Single in Bridgeport, CT? 10 Places and Apps to Find a Date
Almost 146,000 people live in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and 64% of them are single, according to TownCharts.com. That statistic would make it seem like finding a date could be as easy as approaching the stranger next to you, but that doesn’t seem to be the case.
Lots of readers have come to us asking for advice on how to connect with other singles in Bridgeport, so we’re tackling that topic in this dating guide. Below are 10 simple and fun ways to take your dating life from last to first place!
Bridgeport Dating Sites
When online dating first came around in the ’90s, a lot of us thought “Who would want to meet people online?” It just seemed so foreign. Now, though, online dating is extremely common, and it’s the most popular way to meet a spouse in the U.S. To narrow down your search to only people living in Bridgeport, check out the following five dating sites, which all provide filters for not only distance from you but also many other important identifiers.
Best Singles Site
Match.com is like the founding father of dating sites. It launched in 1995 before any other dating site, and it’s paved the way in the industry ever since. We wouldn’t have various subscription models, the female and LGBTQA+ friendliness, and live events, among other things, without Match’s influence.
- Relationships: Friends, Dates, and Relationships
- Match System: Browse by zip, age, appearance, more
- Our Experts Say: “Match pairs a large dating pool with search filters specific enough to make that size useful rather than overwhelming.” Our Review »
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| User Base | Gender Ratio | Popularity (Visits/Mo.) | Today’s Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Singles | 49%51% | 14.6 Million | Try Match FREE |
Over 50 & Senior Site
People who are 55 or older make up more than 18% of Bridgeport’s population, but that number gets smaller when you only factor in those who are single. The dating site we’d recommend to them is OurTime. In addition to having your target audience, the site also has easy-to-understand features that’ll take you from single to mingle before you know it.
- Relationships: Dates and Relationships
- Match System: Search by profiles by zip and more
- Our Experts Say: “OurTime makes dating after 50 feel simple, with senior-friendly search tools and an easy-to-use layout.” Our Review »
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| User Base | Gender Ratio | Popularity (Visits/Mo.) | Today’s Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mature Singles (50+) | 48%52% | 8.9 Million | Over 50? Try It FREE |
For Black Men & Women Only
Over 30% of residents in Bridgeport identify as Black, and singles in that demographic who want to date of the same race will do really well on BlackPeopleMeet. You won’t have to waste time sorting through incompatible profiles and can instead get to the good stuff: chatting, flirting, and setting up local dates.
- Relationships: Deep Relationships or Just Casual Dates
- Match System: Search by location, age, more
- Our Experts Say: “BlackPeopleMeet.com is the one of the largest and most popular dating sites for black and biracial singles, and the site is used by more than 5 million people a month.” Our Review »
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| User Base | Gender Ratio | Popularity (Visits/Mo.) | Today’s Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Singles | 47%53% | 5.7 Million | FREE Trial for New Users |
Hookup & Sex Site
Finding a Prince or Princess Charming isn’t everyone’s end goal. Some single people just want to get laid. If you fall into that camp, Adult Friend Finder is the place to be. This is strictly a casual sex site (e.g., one-night stands, threesomes, group sex, swinging, and affairs), and, since it was launched in 1996 and has more than 100 million members, it’s one of the most well-known.
- Relationships: Hookups Only
- Match System: Search by location, interest, more
- Our Experts Say: “Make no mistake: this site isn't about making friends, it's about finding hookups and casual encounters. No adult site has a larger or more active user base of those seeking discreet fun.” Our Review »
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| User Base | Gender Ratio | Popularity (Visits/Mo.) | Today’s Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Singles | 65%35% | 25.5 Million | 3 Months @ $19.95/Mo |
Popular Dating Apps
Pretty much everyone has a smartphone these days, and our lives are forever changed because of them. There’s practically nothing we can’t do with our phones, including dating. All we have to do is download an app. There are three dating apps, in particular, that are a cut above the rest, and those are Zoosk, Match, and Elite Singles. With any of these apps, you won’t have to pay to add it to your phone, create a profile, upload several photos, browse for matches, receive recommended dates, and flirt.
- Relationships: Fun Dates, Serious Relationships
- Match System: Browse by location, age, interest, and more
- About the App: Match is built for browsing rather than swiping. You can search by location, age, and interest, then take your time reading profiles before reaching out. The app is free to download, create a profile, search for date prospects, and receive compatible matches based on personalized preferences. Free members can also chat with select members and send unlimited likes.
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OurTime
- Relationships: Dating and Relationships
- Match System: Search by age as well as zip, gender, more
- About the App: Made just for single seniors, OurTime is one of the most well-known niche dating apps. It’s a fun and straightforward app with simple swiping features. Once two people swipe right on each other, they can communicate. For more match options, visit the ConnectMe and I’m Interested pages.
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eharmony
- Relationships: Long-Term Relationships, Marriages
- Match System: Get daily match suggestions
- About the App: Responsible for 4% of marriages in the U.S., eharmony is among our top picks for relationship-minded heterosexual singles. To become a member, add the app to your phone (iOS or Android) and then take its 29 Dimensions® of Compatibility Matching Quiz. It’s absolutely free to do both these things — as well as receive matches and communicate during other special events.
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Bridgeport Singles Bars
Imagine you’re at a bar on a Friday night. More than likely it’s crowded, you’re there with friends, you’ve got a few things to do (like pool or darts), and there’s a game on TV that everyone’s into. Once you get a beer or two into you, going up to a hot guy or girl doesn’t seem so scary. Sometimes putting yourself out there exponentially pays off, which is why you should make bar approaches part of your dating arsenal. We’ve picked out 10 bars in Bridgeport where you can drink, eat, and mingle to your heart’s desire!
L.A. Tavern Kitchen & Bar
L.A. Tavern Kitchen & Bar specializes in dishes and drinks inspired by a variety of regions around the world, using seasonal and local ingredients as well as imported delicacies. You can get full-on meals, like carne asada and camarones al ajillo, or small bites mussels and nachos. Wash it down with wine (e.g., Merlot or Pinot Grigio by the glass) or a signature cocktail (e.g., Rose Gangria or Passion-Tini). Keep an eye out for fun events, too, including Taco Tuesdays, ladies nights, and extended happy hours.
Tito&Oliver
Located downtown, Tito&Oliver is a popular Mexican-American restaurant and bar serving up homemade meals (made with produce and meats from the area) and more than 28 types of tequila. The tacos are always $3 tacos, and the house margaritas are always $5. Debbie S. raved: "The food was great and the drinks were really good and the prices were amazing! Looking forward to going there again and again and again."
Brasa Pub & Restaurant
Founded in 2016, Brasa Pub & Restaurant is open every day at 11 a.m., closing at 11 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursdays, and Sundays and 1 a.m. Friday through Saturday. In terms of food, you'll find shareables, such as grilled calamari, Portuguese plates, such as Lagosta Grelhada, and Spanish plates such as paella. Don't forget about happy hour either. For $17, you can get six beers or a pitcher of sangria!
Mr. Crab Seafood and Bar
Mr. Crab Seafood and Bar is one of the newest faces in Bridgeport, but it's quickly become a go-to among locals and visitors. The crab cakes, po boys and sliders, fish and chips, Cajun seafood boils, and whole steamed lobsters are just a few things that caught our eye. Mr. Crab has 5 stars on Yelp, including from Nick M., who loved every aspect: "Great new spot. Large portions. Good prices. Nice size bar and table areas. Friendly employees. Plenty of parking."
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