Valentine's Day On The Cheap!

Valentine's day is upon us and many folks are still trying to recover from Christmas bills.  If you are looking for ways to celebrate your sweetheart on a budget, here are some ideas that I have personally done myself.


1. Want to go to a fancy restaurant? Check sites like Groupon, Crowd Cut, Living Social and even Restaurant.com.  They often have places to dine at a discount.

One year, my hubby and I went to Murray's Steakhouse and had a blast!  For those that don't know, Murray's is one of Twin Cities most known places to find a butter knife steak.  Went spent half of what it would have originally cost us by using one of these sites.

2.  Meet your spouse for lunch instead of dinner.  Most places have the exact same menu, just cheaper.

3. Another option is to go out for breakfast, or go on a coffee date.  Spend the morning talking and enjoying one another's company.

4. Forgo diner and opt to eat at home.  Prepared a nice spaghetti or steak meal with dessert and be sure to light some candles and play soothing music.  Buy a pizza for the kids and send them to their rooms for a movie night of their own.

*Tip* ALDI has small round steaks wrapped in bacon for around $1.99 each.  Bake a few potatoes and add a salad, and you've got yourself a nice meal.

5. If you are super cheap or the funny type, you can make reservations at White Castle.  Comes complete with decorations, glass flutes and even paper menus!

6. Go to a cheap show.  Does your city have a discount movie theater? Catch a flick that you may have missed in regular theaters.

Another option would be to see the current feature at a discount.  Many theaters are less expensive before a certain time.  Leave work early and check out that movie you've been wanting to see.

7. Lastly, make it a Netflix or Redbox movie night and order take out.  Our city has a local steak spot and I'm seriously considering ordering dinner for two and bringing it home.

*Bonus tip*

I've never done this but if your sweetie doesn't mind receiving treats a day late, you can buy your chocolates at 50% off the very next day.  Just a thought.

Got any tips for a cheap Valentine's day?  Do tell!