Boston · Suffolk County, MA

Girls night out in Boston

Scout analyzed 140 Boston places and surfaced the ones that actually fit girls night.

Places analyzed

140

Matches

Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Best neighborhoods for girls night

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Back Bay East

10 matching spots

Downtown

6 matching spots

Scout-verified spots

St. Elizabeth's

In House Cafe

This breakfast cafe is a good spot for a casual morning meal, fitting well into a weekend plan or a simple solo outing. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial

★ 4.8$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Fort Point Channel Landmark District

Boston Children's Museum

Boston Children's Museum is an ideal family outing for those with young children, offering 2-3 hours of hands-on learning and play. Expect to pay around $22 per person for admission, with parking often a challenge in the area.

ArtsPlayfulEducational

★ 4.7$22 typical2 hr visithard parking

Waterfront

Chart House

Chart House is suitable for a celebratory meal or a scenic dinner overlooking the water. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and roughly $70-$150 per person for a full meal and drinks.

FoodViewsCocktails

★ 4.3$70–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Back Bay East

Buttermilk & Bourbon - Back Bay

Expect a lively New Orleans-inspired meal or cocktail experience, suitable for a dinner before heading out. Budget around $50-$100 per person for an evening visit.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Back Bay East

Thinking Cup

Thinking Cup is suitable for a solo coffee run or a casual meet-up, taking about 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visithard parking

Financial District

Bostonia Public House

Bostonia Public House is suitable for an evening meal with drinks or a social brunch. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for an experience lasting 1.5-2 hours, potentially followed by other downtown activities.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Back Bay

Grill 23 & Bar

Grill 23 is a high-end steakhouse best suited for a celebratory dinner or an upscale date night, often following a show or before drinks elsewhere. Plan for a two-hour visit and expect to spend $100-$300 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$100–$300 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Leather District

Gracenote Coffee Boston

Gracenote Coffee is a tiny espresso bar perfect for a quick, quality coffee stop, costing about $5-10 per person. It's a good place to grab a drink to go before work or during a downtown walk.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$10 typical45 min visithard parking

Arts & Culture

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

This museum offers a structured historical experience with reenactments, typically taking 1.5 hours and costing around $35-50 per person for admission, plus extra for the tearoom. It pairs well with a walk along the waterfront or other Faneuil Hall area attractions.

ArtsHistoryFood

$35–$60 typical2 hr visithard parking

Back Bay East

Joe’s on Newbury

Joe's on Newbury is a casual spot for American pub fare that can be a quick lunch or dinner on Newbury Street. Expect to spend $15-40 per person for a meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

North End

Carmelina's

Carmelina's is suitable for an evening meal in the North End, typically lasting 1.5 to 2 hours with a per-person cost of $40-$75 for food and drinks. It pairs well with a stroll through the neighborhood before or after.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$40–$75 typical1.3 hr visithard parking

Back Bay East

Contessa Boston

Contessa is an opulent rooftop Italian restaurant, best for a romantic dinner or special celebration, offering city views. Expect to spend a significant amount per person and factor in time for a multi-course meal, often requiring reservations well in advance.

FoodCocktailsViews

$100–$250 typical1.3 hr visithard parking

North End

Caffe Vittoria

This multi-level Italian cafe is good for a casual coffee break or a light dessert, perhaps after a meal in the North End. Expect to spend about an hour and $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visithard parking

North End

Mamma Maria

Mamma Maria is suitable for a romantic dinner or special occasion, offering a refined Italian meal in a townhouse setting. Plan for about 90 minutes and a per-person spend of $70-$150, not including drinks.

FoodCocktailsRomantic

$70–$150 typical1.3 hr visithard parking

Downtown

Ogawa Coffee

Ogawa Coffee is a good spot for a morning coffee or a midday pick-me-up, offering unique coffee flights and Asian bites. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a visit of about 45 minutes, perfect for pairing with a walk through downtown Boston.

FoodShoppingViews

$10–$25 typical45 min visithard parking

Columbus

The Salty Pig

The Salty Pig is suitable for a dinner outing with friends or a date, focusing on Italian-American comfort food and craft beer. Expect a visit around 90 minutes, with a per-person spend typically ranging from $30-$75.

FoodShoppingCocktails

$30–$75 typical1.3 hr visithard parking

Downtown

Ostra

Ostra is suitable for a sophisticated dinner, pairing well with a pre-dinner drink or post-dinner show. Expect to spend 2 hours and over $100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic

$100–$250 typical1.3 hr visithard parking

Back Bay East

Central Perk Coffee Co

This coffee shop is good for a casual stop during a Newbury Street outing, offering Friends-themed drinks and snacks for around $5-15. Expect to spend 30-45 minutes for a quick coffee break or light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visithard parking

North End

Caffè dello Sport

This is a relaxed spot for a quick espresso and pastry or a casual sandwich, particularly if you enjoy watching soccer. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$10–$25 typical45 min visithard parking

Shawmut

Beehive Restaurant

The Beehive is a South End staple for dinner and drinks, often featuring live music. Plan for a 1.5-2 hour meal costing around $50-100 per person, especially if including cocktails.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Downtown

Boston Sail Loft

Boston Sail Loft is a solid spot for a casual seafood meal with waterfront views, typically taking 1.5 hours and costing $25-50 per person. It pairs well with a stroll around the waterfront or a visit to nearby attractions.

FoodCocktailsViews

$25–$50 typical45 min visithard parking

Back Bay East

Saltie Girl

Saltie Girl is a good option for an upscale seafood dinner, potentially for a date or special event, following drinks at a nearby bar or before a show. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $75-150 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic

$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visithard parking

Boston Theater District

Chinatown - Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar

This spot is good for a casual coffee break, a light bite, or a relaxed drink. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person here.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$10–$25 typical45 min visithard parking

Back Bay West

Trident Booksellers & Cafe

Trident Booksellers & Cafe is ideal for a relaxed meal while browsing books, serving as a good standalone outing or a break during a Newbury Street shopping trip. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and drink.

FoodShoppingArts

$15–$35 typical45 min visithard parking