Your ultimate guide on where to dine, drink, and catch a show in this bustling Brooklyn neighborhood
As one of the most culturally rich boroughs of New York, Brooklyn has much to offer its residents when it comes to dining, bars, art, music, and more. From unique concerts and pop-up galleries to innovative restaurants serving international cuisine, Brooklyn has it all—and its
Park Slope neighborhood has plenty of options to choose from for date night. Here is your guide to where to dine, drink, and have fun in Park Slope.
Restaurants
Park Slope has a number of great restaurants perfect for a date night out.
al di là Trattoria, a romantically lit and decorated spot serving comforting Northern Italian fare, should be at the top of your list.
Mariella is another great Italian option, with an inviting, cozy atmosphere. If you’re looking to branch out and expand your palate, try
Bricolage, a Vietnamese restaurant with a gorgeous back patio where you’ll enjoy authentic food and great drinks, or
Bogota Latin Bistro, which serves great cuisine in a brightly colored dining room.
Bars
A Park Slope staple,
Union Hall is a date night destination that has it all. For a relaxing outing, enjoy drinks and snacks while snuggled up near one of the fireplaces. If you’re seeking a bit more excitement, challenge each other to a game of bocce on one of this bar’s indoor courts. Union Hall also puts on performances downstairs, including live music and stand-up comedy.
Another bar to add to your list is the cozy back room at French locale
Barbès, where you can take advantage of cocktail hour before 7 p.m. or enjoy one of the bar’s music performances that features every genre from rock to jazz to classical. If you’re in the mood for craft cocktails in an intimate setting, check out
Blueprint, a local favorite serving small plates and great drinks. It also has a back patio great for enjoying nice weather in the warmer months and decompressing after a long day.
Entertainment
Just across the Park Slope line in Gowanus, you’ll find
Rooftop Films at
The Old American Can Factory, an outdoor drive-in-style theater for city-goers. Putting on films by local, emerging, and independent filmmakers as well as mainstream box office hits, Rooftop Films is a great date night destination that makes you feel like you’re escaping the city.
ShapeShifter Lab is another excellent venue. You are bound to find an activity at this creative hub, as it hosts everything from live music performances to art shows.
Finally, one of Park Slope’s greatest gems is Prospect Park, the Central Park of Brooklyn, which has plenty of private nooks and scenic spots ideal for a date night picnic in the park. On the weekends, you can explore the Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket or just walk around and soak up all this epic greenspace has to offer.
