A date plan
Date · Prospect Heights · Romantic
Start with refined Italian cuisine and natural wines, then wind down with a craft cocktail nightcap in a Prohibition-style bar before finishing with gelato.
Prospect Heights · $$$ · Italian restaurant · Restaurant
Fausto is where you go when you want romance wrapped in candlelight and whispered conversations. The kitchen leans into seasonal Italian cooking—think fresh pasta and vegetables at their peak—paired with a carefully curated wine list heavy on bio-dynamic and reserve bottles. It's the kind of place where a date feels intentional.
~7 min walk (0.3 mi). After dinner at Fausto on Flatbush, head north toward Vanderbilt Ave—Weather Up is just a few blocks away. You'll drift through the heart of Prospect Heights, past brownstones and local shops; it's a neighborhood walk that feels like Brooklyn at its best.
Prospect Heights · $$ · Cocktail bar
Weather Up is a slick Prohibition-style cocktail bar where the bartenders know their craft and the drinks taste like someone actually cared. The vibe is sophisticated without being stuffy—dim lighting, classic cocktails executed well, and a handful of elevated bar snacks to keep you both fueled. It's the perfect place to linger and talk.
~1 min walk (0.1 mi). From Weather Up to Caffè De Martini is practically a hop—they're on the same block of Vanderbilt Ave, just a few storefronts apart. No need to rush; take your time.
Prospect Heights · $ · Cafe
End at Caffè De Martini, an Italian-inspired cafe with a touch of European charm. Their gelato is silky and genuine, and if it's nice out, you can snag a spot at the outdoor tables under the lights. It's a graceful way to wind down the evening without breaking the romantic spell.