"Whether diners tuck into a table in its modern-industrial dining room or perch beneath hanging lights on the outdoor patio, East Nashville’s Lyra is a casual but intimate option for date night. The Middle Eastern tapas-style shared plates offer plenty to talk about when celebrating either a first date or a milestone anniversary. Break the ice over a savory whipped feta, then take things a step further with a shared sumac fried chicken paired with a zhoug labneh. If all goes well, cap the evening with a shared dessert from the rotating menu — two spoons." - Kellie Walton