Santa Ana · Orange County, CA

Girls night out in Santa Ana

Scout analyzed 62 Santa Ana places and surfaced the ones that actually fit girls night.

Places analyzed

62

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.6 hr

Scout-verified spots

XIBEI EATERY

Food & Drink

XIBEI EATERY

XIBEI EATERY is a casual Asian restaurant suitable for a quick meal, often paired with a shopping trip or errands. Expect to spend 60 minutes and $15-30 per person for a satisfying meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Santa Ana Zoo

Lyon Street

Santa Ana Zoo

The Santa Ana Zoo is a good spot for a 2-3 hour family outing, especially with younger children. Expect to spend $10-25 per person on admission, and potentially extra for train rides or snacks.

OutdoorsAnimalsPlayful
$10–$25 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Madison Park

Madison Park

Madison Park

Madison Park is a free local park best for a relaxed outdoor hour with family or for a solo stroll. It pairs well with other local errands or a casual meal nearby.

OutdoorsRelaxedPlayful
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Centennial Park

Outdoors

Centennial Park

Centennial Park is suitable for a relaxed solo or family outing, perfect for a walk or enjoying the outdoors. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and possibly a few dollars for snacks.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0–$5 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Eisenhower Park

Outdoors

Eisenhower Park

Eisenhower Park is a free park suitable for a 1-2 hour visit, ideal for a casual family outing or a quiet solo walk. It can be paired with a picnic or a nearby casual meal.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Delhi Park

Delhi

Delhi Park

Delhi Park is a free local park suitable for a casual family outing or a solo walk, typically lasting about an hour. It can be paired with a nearby picnic or a visit to a local shop.

OutdoorsAnimalsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Mile Square Regional Park

Outdoors

Mile Square Regional Park

Mile Square Regional Park is suitable for a 2-4 hour outdoor activity like a picnic, walk, or playing sports, costing little to nothing unless renting equipment. It pairs well with a casual meal before or after.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Crave Restaurant Downtown Santa Ana

Downtown

Crave Restaurant Downtown Santa Ana

Crave is suitable for a casual meal, coffee, or light bite, often paired with errands or exploring downtown Santa Ana. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a visit of under an hour.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Carl Thornton Park

Thornton Park

Carl Thornton Park

Carl Thornton Park is a free outing for families with young kids or for a solo stroll, typically lasting 1-2 hours. It can be paired with a picnic or a nearby casual meal.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Den Cafe

Downtown

Den Cafe

Den Cafe is a bohemian coffee and brunch spot ideal for a relaxed meal or casual hang-out. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit lasting about an hour, pairing well with a walk around the neighborhood.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$15–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Wursthaus

Lacy

Wursthaus

Wursthaus is a casual spot for a meal and drinks, suitable for a relaxed dinner or pre-event bite. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-$40 per person on sausages, fries, and a few drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Chapter One: the modern local

Downtown

Chapter One: the modern local

Chapter One is a modern tavern perfect for an evening out, offering cocktails and pub grub. Expect to spend $35-75 per person and stay for about 1.5 hours, possibly pairing it with a walk around downtown Santa Ana.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Hidden House Coffee

Lacy

Hidden House Coffee

Hidden House Coffee is suitable for a quick stop for a drink or a casual sit-down, lasting about 30-60 minutes, costing $5-$15 per person. It pairs well with other downtown Santa Ana activities.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Morton's The Steakhouse

South Coast Metro

Morton's The Steakhouse

Morton's is ideal for a dedicated evening meal for special occasions or a business dinner, typically lasting around two hours. Expect to spend $100-250 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$100–$250 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Cafe Cito

Downtown

Cafe Cito

Cafe Cito is a casual coffee shop suitable for a quick stop or a relaxed solo visit, costing around $5-15 per person for a drink and snack. It's a good place to start a day or take a break before or after exploring downtown Santa Ana.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Memorial Park

Santa Ana Memorial Park

Memorial Park

Memorial Park is ideal for a low-cost, casual outdoor activity, suitable for families or solo walks. Plan for 1-2 hours of free time, potentially bringing a ball for the fields.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Downtown Santa Ana Historic District

Lacy

Downtown Santa Ana Historic District

Explore historic architecture, local shops, and diverse eateries. It pairs well with a meal and takes 1-2 hours, with optional spending on food or shopping.

HistoryArtsShopping
$0–$25 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Santiago Park

Park Santiago

Santiago Park

Santiago Park is suitable for a free family outing or solo walk, offering green space and a playground for 1-2 hours. It pairs well with a picnic or a nearby casual meal.

OutdoorsAnimalsWellness
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
El Salvador Park

Artesia Pilar

El Salvador Park

El Salvador Park is a good free option for a casual outdoor activity, suitable for a relaxed stroll or family play for about an hour. It can easily be paired with a nearby cafe or lunch spot.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Cabrillo Park

Outdoors

Cabrillo Park

Cabrillo Park is a good spot for a relaxed outdoor activity, offering grassy space and a baseball diamond. It's free, can be visited for about an hour, and pairs well with a picnic or a nearby casual meal.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Jerome Park

Bella Vista

Jerome Park

Jerome Park is suitable for a free afternoon of outdoor activity, including sports, walking, or picnicking. It can be paired with a nearby casual meal or grocery stop for a full family outing.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Antonello Ristorante

South Coast Metro

Antonello Ristorante

Antonello Ristorante is suitable for a sit-down dinner, often pairing well with a pre-show drink or post-dinner stroll. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Bomo Koral Park

South Coast

Bomo Koral Park

Bomo Koral Park is a free 10-acre community park ideal for a casual family outing or exercise, typically lasting 1-2 hours. It's a good place to let kids play or enjoy some time outdoors.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Benchmark

Lacy

Benchmark

Benchmark is suitable for a relaxed meal or cocktails, potentially as part of an evening out in Santa Ana, costing around $30-70 per person for a 1.5-hour visit. Its patio seating offers a pleasant mixed indoor/outdoor experience.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

What Scout found

  • 52 of the 62 analyzed Santa Ana places fit girls night.
  • 42% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 58% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Scenic, Upscale, Adventurous.

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