Cedar Rapids · Linn County, IA

Girls night out in Cedar Rapids

Scout analyzed 59 Cedar Rapids places and surfaced the ones that actually fit girls night.

Places analyzed

59

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.4 hr

Scout-verified spots

Paramount Theatre

Oakhill Jackson

Paramount Theatre

The Paramount Theatre is best for catching a concert, ballet, or musical as a primary event, often paired with dinner beforehand. Expect a visit of 2-3 hours, with tickets typically ranging from $35 to $150 per person.

Live musicArtsHistory
4.8$35–$150 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking
CITYWALK EATERY

Food & Drink

CITYWALK EATERY

CITYWALK EATERY is suitable for a sit-down meal or drinks, potentially pairing with an evening event. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and roughly $30-$75 per person for a meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$75 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Roasters Coffee House

Food & Drink

Roasters Coffee House

This is a good stop for a quick coffee and a light bite, suitable for a solo break or a casual meeting. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and around $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Bever Park

Outdoors

Bever Park

Bever Park is suitable for a few hours of outdoor activity, offering space for walking, sports, or a family picnic. Expect to spend little to nothing if just using the park, though specific facilities like the pool or ice rink may have fees.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Café Saint Pio

Czech Village

Café Saint Pio

This coffee shop is suitable for a quick, relaxed solo stop or a casual meet-up, typically lasting about 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Emil's Hideaway

Nightlife

Emil's Hideaway

Emil's Hideaway is suitable for a casual evening out, offering comfort food and drinks in an intimate setting. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-40 per person for a meal and a drink.

FoodCocktailsSports
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Kingston's Steakhouse

Food & Drink

Kingston's Steakhouse

Kingston's Steakhouse is suitable for a dinner outing, especially for special occasions or date nights. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours for dinner, with costs ranging from $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Noelridge Park

Noelridge Park

Noelridge Park

Noelridge Park is a free outdoor space ideal for a relaxed family or solo outing, perfect for a couple of hours of walking, playing, or enjoying nature. It pairs well with a picnic or a stop before/after a local cafe.

OutdoorsViewsWellness
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
30hop

Iowa River Landing

30hop

30hop is a good spot for a casual dinner or drinks with friends, especially to enjoy their rooftop patio in good weather. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $20-50 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Vue Rooftop

Longfellow

Vue Rooftop

Vue Rooftop is a high-end spot for cocktails and bar bites, ideal for a date night or special occasion. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $35-$75 per person for drinks and food.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Lion Bridge Brewing Co.

Czech Village

Lion Bridge Brewing Co.

Lion Bridge Brewing Co. is suitable for a casual afternoon or evening with friends or family, offering craft beer and food. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-$40 per person, potentially pairing it with other downtown activities.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Fun Station Cedar Rapids

Family

The Fun Station Cedar Rapids

This indoor playground is best for families with kids under 12, offering a couple hours of active play. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for admission and light concessions.

OutdoorsFoodPlayful
$10–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Tailgators

Nightlife

Tailgators

Tailgators is a good spot for an evening of live music and drinks, typically lasting a few hours. Expect to spend $20-$50 per person on cover and beverages.

CocktailsLive musicSocial
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
The District: Czech Village & New Bohemia

Oakhill Jackson

The District: Czech Village & New Bohemia

Explore this historic district for a few hours, browsing unique shops and grabbing a bite. It's a good stop for visitors or a leisurely weekend activity, typically costing $10-50 per person depending on purchases.

ShoppingFoodArts
$10–$50 typical1 hr visitmoderate parking
Cobble Hill

Food & Drink

Cobble Hill

Cobble Hill is ideal for a focused dinner, often pairing well with a pre-dinner drink nearby. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours for a meal, costing around $50-$100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Lightworks Cafe

Oakhill Jackson

Lightworks Cafe

Lightworks Cafe is suitable for a quick morning coffee or a casual lunch stop. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $10-$25 per person for a drink and a meal.

FoodRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
7 Brew Coffee

Food & Drink

7 Brew Coffee

A drive-thru coffee shop, this spot is ideal for a quick, cheap pick-me-up. Expect a short visit, typically under 10 minutes, with a spend of $5-$10 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$10 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Black Sheep Social Club

Oakhill Jackson

Black Sheep Social Club

This upscale restaurant and bar is good for a planned dinner outing, perhaps after a local event or before a show. Expect a typical visit to be about 90 minutes with a per person spend around $50-$100.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
LP - Street Food

Taylor

LP - Street Food

This spot is good for a casual weeknight meal or a weekend evening with friends, offering global pub eats and drinks. Expect to spend $15-40 per person for food and a drink over an hour or so.

FoodCocktailsSports
$15–$40 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The Pedaler's Fork

Food & Drink

The Pedaler's Fork

Pedaler's Fork is a casual restaurant with a bike-themed atmosphere, offering American cuisine for lunch or dinner. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for an hour to an hour and a half, easily combinable with a local park visit or shopping.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Blind Pig

Food & Drink

The Blind Pig

The Blind Pig is a casual restaurant and bar suitable for an evening meal or drinks, offering a relaxed spot that can stand alone or pair with nearby activities. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a typical visit lasting about an hour.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Dash Coffee Roasters

Taylor

Dash Coffee Roasters

Dash Coffee Roasters is a good spot for a quick caffeine fix or a relaxed break, typically costing under $15 per person for about an hour. It can be paired with local errands or a stroll through downtown Cedar Rapids.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
The Map Room

Oakhill Jackson

The Map Room

The Map Room is a good spot for a casual meal or drinks with friends, fitting well before or after a downtown event. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-$50 per person on creative comfort food and cocktails.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
7 Brew Coffee

Food & Drink

7 Brew Coffee

7 Brew Coffee is a drive-thru spot perfect for a quick, affordable pick-me-up or a casual meet-up before or after other activities. Expect to spend 10 minutes and $5-10 per person for a drink and a small bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$10 typical45 min visiteasy parking

What Scout found

  • 47 of the 59 analyzed Cedar Rapids places fit girls night.
  • 21% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 64% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Social, Relaxed, Playful, Upscale, Adventurous, Romantic.

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