Sip an extra dirty martini at L'Amour Noir. Credit: Christina Griffin (WDR Imagery)

Galentineโ€™s Ladiesโ€™ Night at Best Regardsย 

Friday, 5 to 10 p.m.

222 West 11th

The buzzy Heights bar invites ladies for a Galentineโ€™s Night, offering gals the first drink free from 5 to 10 p.m.The evening also features a Shred Your Ex station and Girl Dinner specials, including bottomless fries, a martini, chicken salad, and the signature Birria Crunchwrap Supreme.

Lโ€™amour Noir Pop-Up at Botonicaย 

Fridayโ€“Saturday (open Wednesdayโ€“Saturday, February 21)

2031 Westcreek

The intimate River Oaks haunt invites guests to step into a sultry, Moulin Rouge-inspired world for Lโ€™amour Noir, a Valentineโ€™s pop-up blending decadent cocktails, small bites and immersive performances through February 21. Highlights include jazz Fridays and cabaret-style Saturdays, with indulgent menu items from fresh oysters to chocolate dulce de leche mousse, paired with specialty cocktails like the passionfruit-forward Malamente or rose-scented Coqueta. Tickets required for all shows; reservations recommended for non-ticketed evenings.

Valentineโ€™s Weekend Dining

Fridayโ€“Sunday

Love is on the menu this Valentineโ€™s Day as Houston restaurants gear up for a weekend filled with romance and decadence. Our 2026 Valentineโ€™s Day Dining guide highlights the best spots across the city, from prix-fixe meals and caviar experiences to festive fajitas and cozy date-night options.

Better Together Bake Sale at Camaraderieย 

Sunday, 10 a.m. until sold outย 

608 West 11th

Three of Houstonโ€™s top pastry talents team up for a one-day-only sugar rush in the Heights. James Beard Award semifinalist Shawn Gawle hosts Fluff Bake Bar owner and Top Chef alum Rebecca Masson and StarChefs Rising Pastry Chef Micaela Victoria for a stacked lineup of sweet and savory stunners โ€“ think Franklin BBQ brisket croissants, red velvet cookies with raspberry confit and whipped ganache, honey toast with passion fruit caramel, Portuguese egg tarts, kouign amann and more. Coffee comes courtesy of Little Dreamer. No reservations, just show up early because once itโ€™s gone, itโ€™s gone.

Eat Drink HTX

Sunday

Houston Restaurant Weeksโ€™ sibling event Eat Drink HTX kicks off this Sunday, giving Houstonians a way to dine out while supporting the Houston Food Bank through February 28. Developed for casual and fast-casual restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops and food trucks, the charitable dining event features $15 and $25 prix-fixe menus for brunch, lunch and dinner, with participating locations including Kriti Kitchen, Murrayโ€™s Pizza & Wine, Kokoro, Pizzana, Los Tios and more.ย 

Galentineโ€™s Brunch at Brasserie 19

Sunday, 12:30 to 4 p.m.

1962 West Gray

The posh patio and brasserie hosts a Galentineโ€™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.ย 

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