Elizabeth · Union County, NJ

Girls night out in Elizabeth

Scout analyzed 61 Elizabeth places and surfaced the ones that actually fit girls night.

Places analyzed

61

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.3 hr

Scout-verified spots

Colombian Coffee Shop

Food & Drink

Colombian Coffee Shop

This coffee shop is suitable for a quick stop for a coffee and a pastry. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Coffee House

Food & Drink

Coffee House

This coffee shop is suitable for a quick stop for a drink or light snack, taking about an hour and costing under $15 per person. It can be a starting point for errands or a brief break from activities.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Roc's Café

Food & Drink

Roc's Café

Roc's Cafe is suitable for a casual breakfast or lunch, offering a quick and affordable meal. Expect to spend about 45 minutes and $10-25 per person on food and coffee.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Kids Empire East Brunwick

Family

Kids Empire East Brunwick

This is a great spot for families with young children for a 2-3 hour indoor activity, especially on a rainy day. Expect to spend around $20-35 per child for entry, possibly more for snacks.

AnimalsOutdoorsFood
$20–$35 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
El Roble "Restaurant & Bar"

Nightlife

El Roble "Restaurant & Bar"

El Roble is a good spot for a casual meal of traditional Colombian dishes, potentially paired with a drink. Expect to spend about an hour here and between $15-35 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Jerkies

Food & Drink

Jerkies

Jerkies is a casual Caribbean spot ideal for a quick lunch or dinner. Expect to spend $15-30 per person and plan for about an hour for your meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Kellogg Park

Outdoors

Kellogg Park

Kellogg Park is a free outdoor space suitable for a 1-2 hour visit. It can be paired with a local meal or other errands in the area, costing nothing for entry.

OutdoorsRelaxedPlayful
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Island Spa & Sauna

Wellness

Island Spa & Sauna

This spa and sauna offers a multi-hour relaxation experience, often including access to various saunas, baths, and a restaurant. It's a good standalone outing for unwinding, potentially costing $50-$100 per person.

FoodCocktailsWellness
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Spavia Day Spa Clark Commons

Wellness

Spavia Day Spa Clark Commons

This spa offers a quiet, relaxing experience, suitable for a solo treat or a special occasion. Expect to spend 1.5-3 hours and $100-$250 per person for a service like a massage or facial.

WellnessRelaxedQuiet
$100–$250 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Tropicana Diner and Bakery

Food & Drink

Tropicana Diner and Bakery

This diner offers reliable, casual fare at any time, making it suitable for an unplanned meal or a quick bite. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $15-35 per person for a typical meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Rancho Mateo Colombian Steakhouse

Nightlife

Rancho Mateo Colombian Steakhouse

Rancho Mateo offers a hearty Colombian steakhouse meal, suitable for an evening out with family or friends. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-70 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$30–$70 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Don Felix Bar & Restaurant

Elizabethport

Don Felix Bar & Restaurant

Don Felix is a lively spot for an evening meal with drinks, especially on weekends with a DJ. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $30-$75 per person for food and a couple of drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Alkazar Bakery

Elizabethport

Alkazar Bakery

A stop at Alkazar Bakery is a quick and affordable way to grab baked goods or a small treat, taking about 15 minutes. It can serve as a sweet start to a day or a mid-afternoon snack run.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$20 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Ayala Coffee: Specialty Coffee & Cafe

Union

Ayala Coffee: Specialty Coffee & Cafe

Ayala Coffee is a good spot for a quick coffee and a pastry. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and about $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Portugal Express

Nightlife

Portugal Express

This is a good spot for a casual meal of Portuguese food with friends or family, suitable for a relaxed dinner or lunch. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $25-50 per person for a hearty meal.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
DEL PORTO ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Elizabethport

DEL PORTO ITALIAN RESTAURANT

DEL PORTO ITALIAN RESTAURANT is a good option for a dinner out, whether for a date night or family celebration. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $40-$80 per person on a meal.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$40–$80 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Algarve Restaurant

Food & Drink

Algarve Restaurant

This is a good spot for a casual Portuguese meal, especially for chicken BBQ, and could be a quick lunch or dinner option. Expect to spend $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
La Fogata Restaurant

Food & Drink

La Fogata Restaurant

La Fogata is a casual spot for a quick and affordable meal of Colombian and Venezuelan staples. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person, making it suitable for a relaxed lunch or dinner before or after other local activities.

FoodWellnessRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Noches de Colombia

Food & Drink

Noches de Colombia

This is a casual, family-friendly spot for a hearty Colombian meal, suitable for an hour or so, and likely costing $15-35 per person. It's a good anchor for an outing or a quick stop for lunch or dinner.

FoodSportsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
La Roca Restaurant

Food & Drink

La Roca Restaurant

La Roca Restaurant is a casual dining spot suitable for a relaxed meal with family or a low-key date. Expect to spend around an hour and $15-35 per person for a typical visit.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Minhoto Restaurant

Nightlife

Minhoto Restaurant

Minhoto is a casual, old-school spot for Portuguese and Brazilian food, ideal for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $20-40 per person for a main dish and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Mattano Park

Outdoors

Mattano Park

Mattano Park is suitable for a free, active outing, especially for families with young children using the playground or splash pad. Expect to spend a couple of hours playing sports or relaxing, making it a good daytime activity to combine with a local meal.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Brisas Bakery & Restaurant

Shopping

Brisas Bakery & Restaurant

Visit Brisas for a casual breakfast or lunch with Colombian food and coffee, lasting about 45 minutes for around $10-25 per person. It's a good stop for a quick, affordable meal or to pick up baked goods.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Aura Coffee Roasters

Food & Drink

Aura Coffee Roasters

Aura Coffee Roasters is a good spot for a quick coffee break or to pick up fresh beans. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

What Scout found

  • 53 of the 61 analyzed Elizabeth places fit girls night.
  • 23% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 38% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Quiet, Upscale, Adventurous.

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