Welcome to Broadway Stages’ Business Spotlight, where we feature local shops, restaurants and venues in the communities where we have operations. We encourage our readers to join us in supporting these establishments and advancing local economic growth. This week, in prepartion for Valentine’s Day, we feature restaurants and shops in Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island.

Valentine’s Day is fast-approaching – on Sunday, February 14 – bringing to mind images of hearts and cupid, and thoughts of love. A perfect time to safely distract from COVID-19 confines. In whatever way and with whomever you plan to celebrate – a significant other, family, friends or to simply honor yourself – we have a few ideas for you to consider. Whether you prefer a low-key celebration with a quiet night in or want to venture out for a COVID-safe affair, there are numerous local restaurants and businesses that can help make it a special day, from cards and flowers to chocolates and delicious food. We offer a few suggestions – located in the communities where we have operations – to help kick-start plans for your special day. You can also check out additional local businesses on Yelp. Valentine’s Day marks the opening of limited capacity indoor dining in NYC, but as always, remember to call ahead to confirm current hours and offerings, and be sure to mask up and stay safe!

In Brooklyn, try traditional American fare at Rustik Tavern, located at 471 Dekalb Avenue. They will offer limited indoor seating beginning February 14 (reservations required). In the meantime, try their to-go cocktails and cuisine Thursday through Sunday. Order online at ChowNow or call (347) 406-9700. You can also find them on most major takeout/delivery sites. For chocolate lovers, you can find treats made from single origin cacao beans from the Dominican Republic at KahKow in Williamsburg, located at 97 N 10th Street – (718) 387-1238. And for your floral and gift needs, check out Marine Florists, a longstanding family-owned business for more than 120 years, located at 1995 Flatbush Avenue; Tel: (718) 568-5749.

In Queens, savor Greek cuisine at Taverna Kyclades, located at 3307 Ditmars Blvd, in Astoria. They will be open with limited indoor seating on February 14. In the meantime, they are offering heated outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery seven days a week. Order online at tavernakycladestogo.com or UberEats – Tel: (718) 545-8666. To meet your chocolate needs, consider the Austrian-style chocolate at Aigner Chocolates, located at 103-02 Metropolitan Avenue in Forest Hills – Tel: (718) 544 1850. And for flowers and gifts, try Petals & Roots a family-owned business established in 2012, located at 31-27 31st Street in Astoria – Tel: (718) 267-1700.

In Staten Island, savor the fine Italian food at Angelina’s Ristorante, located at 399 Ellis Street. They will open with limited indoor seating on February 14 (reservations required). Beginning February 12, check out their outdoor heated area (reservations required); takeout and delivery will also be available – Tel: (718) 227 2900. Try the many varieties of fine chocolate at Supreme Chocolatier, located at 1150 South Avenue – Tel: (718) 761-9600. For flowers and gifts, take a look at Moravian Florist, a fourth generation-owned family business established in 1928, located at 2286 Richmond Road – Tel. (718) 351-4440.

Happy Valentine’s Day from Broadway Stages! Stay safe and healthy.