100+ “Instead of Drinks, Let’s” – Bumble Answers

I get it—drinks are fun, but sometimes you want to suggest something different. You’re not alone if you’ve ever stared at this prompt and wanted to sound fun, unique, and still chill.

That’s why I made this big list of over 100 answers to help you stand out in a real way.

Whether you're into cozy cafes, beach walks, or board games, these answers can help you match with someone who shares your vibe. Pick one that feels like you—or remix a few to make it even more personal.

Chill Alternatives to Grabbing a Drink

1. Grab ice cream and talk about life.
2. Go on a coffee walk.
3. Try a new food truck together.
4. Watch the sunset from a rooftop.
5. Make a late-night pancake run.
6. Explore a bookstore and share favorites.
7. Visit a farmers market and pick snacks.
8. Go on a donut tour.
9. Eat noodles and talk about astrology.
10. Get matching boba orders.

Foodie-Approved First Date Ideas

11. Share a big pizza and weird toppings.
12. Try each other’s favorite takeout spot.
13. Cook dinner together and see how that goes.
14. Do a DIY taco night.
15. Hit up a dessert bar.
16. Try making sushi at home.
17. Order a surprise meal for each other.
18. Taste-test every flavor of chips at the store.
19. Go on a brunch crawl.
20. Make a charcuterie board and binge a show.

Fun and Playful Options

21. Play mini golf and trash talk (nicely).
22. Try a pottery class and laugh at the mess.
23. Go bowling in the ugliest socks possible.
24. Play arcade games like it’s 2005.
25. Try axe throwing and see who wins.
26. Hit the go-kart track.
27. Test our escape room skills.
28. Play board games at a cozy café.
29. Go to a trivia night and team up.
30. Visit a trampoline park.

Outdoorsy and Lowkey Adventures

31. Walk by the lake and feed ducks.
32. Go on a sunrise hike.
33. Visit a botanical garden.
34. Bike around the city.
35. Go stargazing with snacks.
36. Watch planes take off at the airport.
37. Have a lazy picnic in the park.
38. Fly kites like kids again.
39. Go fruit picking and taste as we go.
40. Sit by the beach with headphones.

Cozy, Quirky, and Sweet Ideas

41. Watch old rom-coms in PJs.
42. Build a blanket fort and eat cereal.
43. Bake cookies and fight over the last one.
44. Make friendship bracelets and laugh about it.
45. Paint canvases—even if they suck.
46. Do a puzzle and talk about random things.
47. Write fake Yelp reviews for imaginary places.
48. Watch childhood cartoons together.
49. Plan fake vacations on Pinterest.
50. Do a “Would You Rather” game marathon.

For the Nerds, Dreamers & Deep Thinkers

51. Visit a museum and judge the art.
52. Go to a planetarium and stargaze.
53. Take a bookstore date and pick a book for each other.
54. Watch a documentary and discuss it.
55. Do a library scavenger hunt.
56. People-watch and make up stories.
57. Visit a history exhibit and nerd out.
58. Sit at a café and journal side-by-side.
59. Talk about big dreams over pizza.
60. Build LEGO sets and eat gummy bears.

Free or Budget-Friendly Options

61. Take a long city walk and window shop.
62. Go to a free event or festival.
63. Make playlists and swap them IRL.
64. Do a “$5 snack run” challenge.
65. Watch funny YouTube videos together.
66. Try a yoga class in the park.
67. Dance in your living room.
68. Visit a thrift store and find outfits for each other.
69. Chill on a rooftop with hot chocolate.
70. Go for a sunrise coffee and quiet vibes.

Artsy, Creative, and Aesthetic Dates

71. Take aesthetic photos downtown.
72. Paint mugs together.
73. Make TikToks just for fun.
74. Try a sip-and-paint class (minus the sip).
75. Decorate cupcakes like pros (or not).
76. Write each other a bad poem.
77. Create a vision board and share it.
78. Make moodboards for fake brands.
79. Sketch each other—badly.
80. Explore a street art alley.

Romantic, Cute, and Low Pressure

81. Watch the sunset with a cozy blanket.
82. Make a time capsule together.
83. Play 20 Questions by candlelight.
84. Recreate a cute rom-com scene.
85. Stargaze while wrapped in a hoodie.
86. Give each other “try this” dares.
87. Slow dance to a random playlist.
88. Do “fake interviews” with each other.
89. Make pancakes in the middle of the night.
90. Go on a coffee date with your pets.

Unique Ideas That Stand Out

91. Tour open houses and pretend we’re buying.
92. Try out a silent disco.
93. Go roller skating.
94. Do a plant shopping date.
95. Test each other’s love languages.
96. Go to an improv show.
97. Watch the stars through a telescope.
98. Sing karaoke at home.
99. Visit a local art fair.
100. Take turns planning 10-minute mini-dates.
101. Make a couples bucket list—on day one.
102. Go ghost hunting (if you're brave).

When “Just Drinks” Doesn’t Feel Like You?

This Bumble prompt is your moment to show personality. Not everyone wants to sit at a bar—some of us want noodles, puzzles, or stargazing. And that’s totally okay. Actually, it’s more than okay—it’s memorable.

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