"Even at the coziest table at Nancy’s Hustle, the staff will keep dinner running smoothly so that you, your date, and your Nancy cakes have as much elbow room as possible. And the food is as impressive as the service. This charming EaDo joint serves creative, bistro-y dishes like lamb tartare on a crisp sesame flatbread, pasta you can share, or a juicy cheeseburger served on an english muffin. As cool and lighthearted as Nancy’s Hustle is, an available table is as likely as new Beyoncé visuals, so make a reservation unless you want to try your luck at the bar (which is also a pretty dreamy spot for a date night). If you walk in during peak dinner hours, space at Nancy’s Hustle will be pretty limited. Either commit to going for a sexy late-night dinner with someone who makes your heart sing, or try your luck at the bar or patio when they first open." - chelsea thomas, gianni greene, julie takahashi