Fort Lauderdale · Broward County, FL

Girls night out in Fort Lauderdale

Scout analyzed 125 Fort Lauderdale places and surfaced the ones that actually fit girls night.

Places analyzed

125

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.3 hr

Scout-verified spots

Boatyard

Harbordale

Boatyard

Boatyard is a waterfront seafood restaurant suitable for dinner or a special lunch, often paired with yacht-watching. Expect a visit of 1.5 to 2 hours, with costs typically ranging from $50 to $100 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews
4.4$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park

Outdoors

Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park

This state park is ideal for a half-day or full-day family outing, offering activities like swimming and fishing. Expect to spend $5-20 per person on entry and basic activities, with easy parking and most activities taking place outdoors.

FoodOutdoorsAnimals
$5–$20 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Waters Edge Park

Outdoors

Waters Edge Park

Waters Edge Park is suitable for a free, relaxed outdoor activity, such as a walk or picnic, typically lasting one to two hours. It pairs well with a nearby meal or grocery run.

OutdoorsViewsAnimals
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Joseph C. Carter Park

Durrs

Joseph C. Carter Park

Joseph C. Carter Park is a free outdoor space suitable for a casual stroll or bringing children to play, typically lasting an hour or two. It pairs well with other local activities in the area.

OutdoorsRelaxedPlayful
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Splash Adventure Water Park

Family

Splash Adventure Water Park

This is a good spot for a few hours of outdoor fun with young children, easily paired with a picnic lunch. Expect to spend under $15 per person for admission.

OutdoorsAnimalsPlayful
$5–$15 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
The Bridges at Springtree Golf Club

Sports & Recreation

The Bridges at Springtree Golf Club

This golf course is a good option for a half-day outdoor activity, suitable for individuals or small groups, potentially including a casual meal afterward at the clubhouse. Expect to spend a few hours and between $30-$80 per person for a round and perhaps food.

OutdoorsSportsFood
$30–$80 typical4 hr visiteasy parking
Wells Coffee Tarpon River

Tarpon River

Wells Coffee Tarpon River

Wells Coffee is good for a casual solo or small group visit for a coffee and light bite, often paired with errands or a stroll. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 45 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Expresso Coffee Co

Poinciana Park

Expresso Coffee Co

Expresso Coffee Co is suitable for a casual morning or afternoon stop for coffee and a light bite, potentially offering a relaxing view. It's a good standalone outing or a quick stop before or after other activities, with a typical visit lasting around 30 minutes and costing $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingViews
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
The House on the River

Sailboat Bend

The House on the River

The House on the River is a good spot for a meal with river views, potentially for brunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-70 per person.

FoodViewsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Spud's Coffee

East Fort Lauderdale

Spud's Coffee

Spud's Coffee is a good spot for a casual morning or afternoon stop, perfect for a quick coffee and pastry. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Moxies Fort Lauderdale Restaurant

Las Olas

Moxies Fort Lauderdale Restaurant

Moxies is a contemporary restaurant and bar on Las Olas, suitable for a casual meal or drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $35-75 per person, easily pairing with nearby shopping or a stroll down the boulevard.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
La Bottega Caffè

Coral Ridge Country Club

La Bottega Caffè

La Bottega Caffè is a casual stop for a coffee or light bite, good for starting a day or a mid-day break. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Olive & Sea

Harbordale

Olive & Sea

Olive & Sea is a Mediterranean restaurant suitable for an evening meal or a drink, especially good for a date night or dinner with visiting family. Plan for a 1.5-hour visit, with a typical cost of $40-80 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$40–$80 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Lona Cocina Tequileria

Central Beach

Lona Cocina Tequileria

Lona Cocina Tequileria is an upscale Mexican restaurant, good for a lively dinner with oceanfront views. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
S3 (Sun Surf Sand)

Central Beach

S3 (Sun Surf Sand)

S3 is good for an upscale dinner or brunch, offering fusion cuisine, sushi, and cocktails with ocean views. Expect to spend $75-150 per person for a 1.5-hour experience, making reservations advisable.

FoodCocktailsViews
$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
YOLO Restaurant

Las Olas

YOLO Restaurant

YOLO is a lively spot for dinner and drinks, suitable for a date night or girls' night out on Las Olas. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
15th Street Fisheries

Harbordale

15th Street Fisheries

This marina restaurant offers seafood with a view, live music, and unique tarpon feeding opportunities. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person, making it suitable for a family meal or a scenic date night.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Voodoo Bayou

Beverly Heights

Voodoo Bayou

Voodoo Bayou is a themed restaurant offering Southern cuisine and cocktails on Las Olas, good for a lively dinner lasting 1.5-2 hours. Expect to spend $35-$75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visithard parking
The Coffee Culture

Coral Shores

The Coffee Culture

This coffee shop is good for a casual solo stop for coffee or a light bite. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and under $15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Porfa Coffee

Coral Ridge

Porfa Coffee

Porfa Coffee is a good stop for a quick coffee and pastry, suitable for starting a day or a mid-afternoon break. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Boathouse At The Riverside

Beverly Heights

Boathouse At The Riverside

This is a good spot for a date night or a relaxed evening out with friends, offering riverside dining and drinks. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $35-75 per person, making it suitable for a main event or a prelude to a walk along the river.

FoodCocktailsViews
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
St. Somewhere Spa at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach

Hollywood Beach

St. Somewhere Spa at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach

This is a good spot for a few hours of relaxation, perhaps paired with a meal at the resort. Expect to spend $100-$350+ per person for services.

WellnessRelaxedUpscale
$100–$350 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Sana Skin Studio Fort Lauderdale

Flagler Village

Sana Skin Studio Fort Lauderdale

Sana Skin Studio is ideal for a solo wellness treatment, typically lasting an hour and costing $100-300 per session. It's a good standalone outing for self-care or could be part of a pampering day.

ShoppingWellnessRelaxed
$100–$300 typical1 hr visitmoderate parking
Sip Java Co.

Victoria Park

Sip Java Co.

Sip Java Co. is suitable for a casual solo or small group outing. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person on coffee, pastries, or craft beer.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

What Scout found

  • 60 of the 125 analyzed Fort Lauderdale places fit girls night.
  • 20% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 32% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Upscale, Quiet, Playful, Scenic.

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