Brooklyn’s Best kept Valentine Secrets

Maybe it’s just us, but we’ve never been wine and dine kind of people. In fact, the pressure that comes with Valentine’s Day has never really been our idea of romance. We like special, but love subtle and cheap even more. Lucky for people like us, Brooklyn is a never ending haven for spots like these. 

Avoid the crowds by finding yourself tucked away in the darkest corner of Freddy’s Bar enjoying true romance with your partner and a basket of tots. Impress your date by telling them the rich history behind the bar, and its evolution from the prohibition years. Freddy’s Valentine event goes on until 3 AM. No tickets required!

EastVille Comedy Club is celebrating V-Day with their 80's & 90's Mixtape Party. With a no drink minimum, Eastville is pouring out half-off drinks on Friday. Enjoy the ambience and, most importantly, the jams of the late 80s and 90s all night long.

Friends and Lovers Bar in Brooklyn also turns out a stellar night. They’re hosting MATCH GAME NYC which is proclaimed to be “the funnest & funniest game show in the five boroughs!” Enjoy drinks and a Mad-Lib-esque participatory game night that is sure to leave you actually enjoying Valentine’s Day this year.

“Matchgame NYC is the funnest & funniest game show in the five boroughs!”

— Yelp Customer

Star Barr also rolls out some good times with their Valentine's Day: Ecosystem of Love party. Enjoy a delightful happy hour with awesome ice breaker games for meeting new people. Finally, when you’re good and drunk enough, karaoke through the night and wind down with a Caribbean Dance Party??! Yes, you read that correctly. A frickin’ CARIBBEAN DANCE PARTY. We’re so down.

Finally, you’ll need to re-cooperate after a rambunctious evening, so we suggest heading over to Matt Torrey's Bar on 46 Bushwick Avenue for the inaugural event of the month, Valentine’s Hangover! With great music, prizes and giveaways, this singles event won’t disappoint!

So, there ya have it! Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be tedious and disappointing. Whether you’re looking for love, taking out your date, or just wanting to have a little fun - there’s always a spot for you in Brooklyn.