The best bars to flush the cheeks of a cheap date (cheaply)

1. The Jakewalk
   Go for the free cheese plate with drinks on Sundays.
   282 Smith St between DeGraw and Sackett Sts, Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn (347-599-0294)
2. Snacky
   Asian fare is served well past midnight, along with many inexpensive varieties of sake. Despite some overly cute decorative touches, it’s a fine place for a tête-à-tête.
   187 Grand St at Bedford Ave, Williamsburg, Brooklyn (718-486-4848)
3. Epistrophy
   Inexpensive wines—mostly from their native Italy—are available by the glass, carafe or bottle.
   200 Mott St between Kenmare and Spring Sts (212-966-0904)
4. Shoolbred’s
   Fresh-squeezed juices, a nice cozy interior, and a house ale goes for just $5 a pint.
   197 Second Ave between 12th and 13th Sts (212-529-0340)
5. The Brooklyn Inn
   There are plenty of choice beers on tap, including Old Speckled Hen, Dentergens Wheat and local Sixpoint Brown Ale—all for a reasonable $5 or so a pint.
   148 Hoyt St at Bergen St, Boerum Hill, Brooklyn (718-625-9741)

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