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Things to do in Little Italy

Scout has 5 verified spots mapped in Little Italy, 9 with full Scout intelligence.

Scouted spots

5

Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.3 hr

Easy parking

0%

Food · 9Cocktails · 8Views · 3Shopping · 2Arts · 2Outdoors · 1

Best spots in Little Italy

James Coffee Co.

Little Italy

James Coffee Co.

James Coffee Co. is a good stop for a casual coffee, grab-and-go or a quick break, fitting well into a morning or afternoon outing in the area. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Born and Raised

Little Italy

Born and Raised

Born and Raised is a high-end steakhouse best suited for a special occasion dinner or an upscale date night. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $100-$250 per person for a full meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsViews
$100–$250 typical1.3 hr visithard parking
Rooftop Cinema Club Little Italy

Little Italy

Rooftop Cinema Club Little Italy

This rooftop cinema offers a unique outdoor movie experience, suitable for a relaxed date night or special outing. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $35-75 per person, including tickets and some food/drinks.

CocktailsArtsFood
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
False Idol

Little Italy

False Idol

False Idol is a hidden tiki bar perfect for a unique evening or late-night cocktail experience, typically lasting 1.5 hours and costing around $50-80 per person for drinks and a snack. Reservations are recommended.

CocktailsFoodArts
$50–$80 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Queenstown Public House

Little Italy

Queenstown Public House

Queenstown Public House is good for a relaxed meal or drinks, pairing well with a walk around Little Italy or pre-show drinks. Expect to spend $30-70 per person for an hour and a half visit.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Kettner Exchange

Little Italy

Kettner Exchange

Kettner Exchange is suitable for an upscale dinner or cocktails, often preceding or following another activity in Little Italy. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150 per person.

FoodCocktailsSocial
$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Ironside Fish & Oyster

Little Italy

Ironside Fish & Oyster

Ironside Fish & Oyster is a good choice for an upscale seafood dinner, often pairing well with a walk in Little Italy afterwards. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $70-$150 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$70–$150 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Coco Maya by Miss B's

Little Italy

Coco Maya by Miss B's

Coco Maya is a good spot for a brunch or dinner, offering a relaxed and somewhat upscale meal with drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-75 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Morning Glory

Little Italy

Morning Glory

Morning Glory is a vibrant spot for a casual breakfast or brunch with friends or family, especially on weekends. Expect a lively atmosphere and potential wait times, with individual spend likely around $20-45.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$20–$45 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

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