Traveler's Today recently outlined why being single on Valentine's Day is awesome. Now, we shall fill you in on where to go in New York City on Single's Appreciation Day! While the Big Apple may have a reputation for being a romantic hotspot for couples, it is also one of the best places in the world to be single on Valentine's Day. Whether you decide to cruise for men at the dingiest of dive bars or decide to take yourself on a solo date, the Big Apple has you covered.
Lucy's (135 Avenue A): Place to meet a single musician
Lucy's is situated on the border of the East Village and Alphabet City. Owned and operated by Lucy herself, a hard working Polish grandma, this dive bar is sure to be a sausage fest on Valentine's Day. With its dark interior and jukebox, Lucy's is known to be frequented by musicians and single men. Play pool, drink Polish vodka, dance to the jukebox and bring your wallet (Lucy's is cash only).
The Angelika Film Center (18 West Houston @ Mercer St): Place to be cultured and maybe shed a tear
No, not because you are single! Because the Angelika Film Center only shows movie magic and on Valentine's Day is sure to show a tear-jerker or two. Treat yourself to an indie or foreign language film that you could never get a significant other to see. Buy yourself a cocktail at their café and get lost for a few hours enjoying the narratives of indie cinema.
Le Petite Coquette (51 University Place): Place to bring sexy back
Who says you can't wear lingerie or silk pajamas when you are single. Unleash your inner Sex in the City girl and peruse this Greenwich Village gem for the perfect present for yourself. With similar pricing to Victoria's Secret, there's no excuse not to go a little wild....
City Bakery (3 West 18th St): Place to get your chocolate fix
Box of chocolates? Who wants those! Opt for a chocolate fix that you can finish in one sitting and won't ruin your diet like that half empty box of chocolates will on February 22nd. City Bakery is home to one of the city's best cups of hot chocolate. Oozing with yumminess and an obscenely large marshmallow, this luscious snack is sure to put a smile on your face.
Single ladies! Where will you be spending Valentine's Day?
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