Galentine’s vibes at Pier 6: oysters, rosé and a DJ keeping the party going. Credit: Kirsten Gilliam

Grab the gals, silence the group chat excuses and pick a place. From girl dinners and DJ-fueled brunches to late-night cocktail parties, Houston is going big for Galentine’s Day this year. 

Best Regards, 222 West 11th
On Friday, February 13, Galentine’s Day doubles as Ladies’ Night with the first drink free for women from 5–10 p.m., a Shred Your Ex station and Girl Dinner specials featuring bottomless fries, a martini, a chicken salad and the signature Birria Crunchwrap Supreme.

Betelgeuse Betelgeuse, 2101 Washington, 4500 Montrose

On Friday, February 13, both locations will host a free Galentine’s Day event with drink and food specials, plus tattoo artists ready to memorialize the night – Stabs Tattoo Collective on Washington Ave and Sedelah Haller from Figurehead Tattoo in Montrose. Sip on cocktails like Black Lemon Drop Shots, Dirrty Shirleys, Cherry Vanilla Cokes, and Espresso Martinis, priced at $13 for two, and grab 14-inch cheese and pepperoni pies for $13. Festivities run 7 p.m. to midnight at Montrose and 9 p.m. to midnight at Washington Ave.

Brasserie 19, 1962 West Gray

On Sunday, February 15, Brasserie 19 hosts a Galentine’s Day Brunch from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Guests are encouraged to dress in Chalet Chic as DJ GFunk spins throughout the afternoon. Expect bubbles, food specials, and specialty cocktails from Ketel One, Baileys, and Seedlip, along with large-format brunch bottles designed for sharing. 

Del Frisco’s Grille, 1900 Hughes Landing

Available February 6–12, the Girls’ Girl Dinner is priced at $39 per person and includes Caesar salad, truffle fries, mini filet medallions, mini crab cakes, and a choice of one cocktail. Valentine’s cocktail specials will be available all month.

The Finn, 712 Main

Invite your galentines to a Candle Making Class on Friday, February 13. Guests receive a complimentary welcome drink and step-by-step guidance to craft their own candles, making it a hands-on, creative way to celebrate friendship.

Honest Mary’s, 2047 W Gray

Besties can split a feel-good Valentine’s weekend deal with the Better Together Bundle for Two. Available in-store only from Friday, February 13 through Sunday, February 15, the $30 bundle includes two bowls, two almond butter cookies and two house aguas frescas. 

Lazy Lane, 923 Wakefield

On Friday, February 13 at 11:30 a.m., Lazy Lane is hosting a relaxed Mahjong luncheon perfect for a Galentine’s outing, complete with welcome bubbles, cheese and charcuterie and small bites designed for lingering and social play. Tickets are $25 and available via OpenTable.

The Marigold Club, 2531 Kuester 

Grab your people for a relaxed Galentine’s Day brunch on Friday, February 13 from 10:30  to 2 p.m. Besties can expect h live music, bubbly drinks and a French-inspired brunch menu, plus the signature Afternoon Tea service by request.

Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House, 113 6th 

The bayside spot invites you to grab your gal pals for the Galentine’s Day “Shuck the Boys” dinner party. Alongside tide-to-table favorites, enjoy chef Joe Cervantez’s featured specials, oyster deals, half-priced bottles of rosé, festive decor and a DJ.

Sixty Vines, multiple locations

On Thursday, February 12 from 6 to 9 p.m., Sixty Vines hosts a Galentine’s Night Party featuring rosé flights, a festive signature cocktail, curated local pop-up shops and playful activations throughout the evening. Highlights include a rosé bouquet flight, “girl dinner,” a friendship bracelet bar, a group selfie station and postcards for long-distance besties.

Toca Madera, 1755 Allen Parkway

Available Saturday and Sunday, Galentine’s Day Brunch includes a complimentary glass of bubbles, signature brunch favorites and lively entertainment.

The Union Kitchen, multiple locations

All locations will host a Galentine’s Brunch & Bubbles on February 14–15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a $5 Pretty in Pink Mimosa Bar, playful cocktails like the XOXO Spritz and Call Your Ex Shot, and brunch favorites including Strawberry Dream Waffles, Chocolate Crush Croissants, and a shareable Avocado Toast Flight. Note: This will be the final weekend for the Union Kitchen on Ella, which is closing Sunday, February 15 (all other locations remain open).

URBE, 1101 Uptown Park

URBE will host a Galentine’s Day dinner buffet from 5 to 10 p.m. on Friday, February 13. The spread includes a carving station with picanha and brisket, plus tamales, enchiladas, quesabirria, barbacoa, carnitas, quesadillas, costillas, sopecitos, elote, pozole, a salad and guacamole bar, and desserts – plus a live DJ, karaoke and drink specials. Tickets are $42 per person plus tax, gratuity and beverages, with a welcome pink drink included for guests 21+.

Winsome Prime, 5888 Westheimer

The hotspot invites the gals to kick off Valentine’s weekend with Galentine’s Night on Friday, February 13, featuring a specialty menu, complimentary champagne with menu orders, and an evening of lively drinks, food and fun.

Brooke Viggiano is a contributing writer who is always looking to share Houston's coolest and tastiest happenings with the Houston Press readers.