Newark · Essex County, NJ

Girls night out in Newark

Scout analyzed 94 Newark places and surfaced the ones that actually fit girls night.

Places analyzed

94

Matches

24

Typical spend

$60

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Scout-verified spots

The Yard

Central Business District

The Yard

The Yard offers a casual dining option for lunch or dinner, suitable for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $20-45 per person on food and drinks.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$20–$45 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Legacy27 Kitchen & Cocktail

Central Business District

Legacy27 Kitchen & Cocktail

Legacy27 is a good option for an evening meal with cocktails, potentially for a date or a social gathering. Plan for a visit of 1.5 to 2 hours and a spend of $40-80 per person.

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

Central Business District

Don Pepe Restaurant

Don Pepe is a traditional Spanish/Portuguese restaurant best suited for a dinner outing, especially for seafood and steak. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-70 per person.

FoodWellnessRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Chateau of Spain

Central Business District

Chateau of Spain

Chateau of Spain is a classic choice for a relaxed dinner outing, suitable for families or a date. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-$60 per person on Spanish and Portuguese cuisine.

FoodWellnessCocktails
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Casa Vasca

North Ironbound

Casa Vasca

Casa Vasca is a solid choice for a traditional Basque dinner. Expect large portions and a warm atmosphere, making it suitable for a date night or family dinner that costs around $40-$80 per person.

FoodCocktailsWellness
$40–$80 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Intrinsic Café

University Heights

Intrinsic Café

This casual cafe is good for a quick stop for coffee or bubble tea, either alone or with family. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and about $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingOutdoors
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
NoHu Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

Nightlife

NoHu Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

This chic rooftop spot is ideal for an upscale evening with creative Southern food and cocktails, offering Manhattan views. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-$120 per person for drinks and dinner.

FoodCocktailsViews
$50–$120 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Santokh Yoga & Wellness Center

Wellness

Santokh Yoga & Wellness Center

Santokh Yoga & Wellness Center is suitable for a solo wellness activity, typically lasting about an hour for a class. Expect to spend $20-40 for a drop-in session.

CocktailsSportsWellness
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Muse Coffee Company

Food & Drink

Muse Coffee Company

Muse Coffee Company is a good spot for a quick coffee and pastry, ideal for a casual solo stop or a quiet meet-up. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a visit of about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Medallion Steakhouse & Seafood

Central Business District

Medallion Steakhouse & Seafood

Medallion Steakhouse & Seafood is suitable for a dinner outing, often paired with a show or event. Expect a 1.5-2 hour meal costing $75-$150 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsUpscale
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
No Pão at Café Caffé- Chestnut Street

North Ironbound

No Pão at Café Caffé- Chestnut Street

This cafe is good for a quick breakfast, lunch, or coffee break, lasting about an hour and costing $10-$25 per person. It can pair with a walk in the neighborhood or as a stop on your commute.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Sihana Cafe

North Ironbound

Sihana Cafe

Sihana Cafe is a casual stop for a quick coffee or light meal, suitable for a solo break or a relaxed meet-up. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and around $10-$25 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Tops Diner

Food & Drink

Tops Diner

Tops Diner is a classic spot for a casual meal, great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Expect a typical visit to last about an hour, with most meals costing around $20-40 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Five Corners Ristorante

North Ironbound

Five Corners Ristorante

Five Corners Ristorante is suitable for a dinner outing, particularly for dates or family meals. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-$70 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Coperaco Café

Food & Drink

Coperaco Café

Coperaco Café is good for a quick solo coffee or a casual stop with family, costing around $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes. It pairs well with a morning commute or a relaxed afternoon break.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Crossroads

Nightlife

Crossroads

Crossroads is suitable for an evening out, combining a meal with live music, often requiring a few hours. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for food, drinks, and potentially a cover charge.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Fornos of Spain

North Ironbound

Fornos of Spain

Fornos of Spain is a good choice for a sit-down dinner with a group or for a celebratory meal. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150 per person for food and drinks.

FoodWellnessCocktails
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The Office Tavern Grill

Food & Drink

The Office Tavern Grill

This airport restaurant is suitable for a quick meal or a drink before a flight. Expect a typical visit of about an hour, costing roughly $20-40 per person for American fare.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visit
TeaRx Cafe-Newark

University Heights

TeaRx Cafe-Newark

A cafe for a relaxed solo or small group visit, suitable for a casual meal or drink. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for about 45 minutes.

FoodRelaxedQuiet
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Burke's Tavern

North Ironbound

Burke's Tavern

Burke's Tavern is suitable for a relaxed evening meal or drinks, perhaps after an event or as a casual meet-up. Expect to spend $20-45 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$45 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Weequahic Park

Dayton

Weequahic Park

Weequahic Park is a free outdoor space suitable for a 1-2 hour visit, ideal for a relaxed family outing or solo stroll. It pairs well with a picnic or can be a stop on a longer day exploring Newark's green spaces.

OutdoorsViewsAnimals
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Paper Plane Coffee Co.

Shopping

Paper Plane Coffee Co.

A stop at Paper Plane Coffee Co. can be a quick solo outing for a coffee, taking around 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for beverages and a light snack.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Ikoyi Restaurant and Lounge

Central Business District

Ikoyi Restaurant and Lounge

Ikoyi Restaurant and Lounge is suitable for an evening out with food and drinks, potentially extending into late-night entertainment. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person for an experience lasting 1.5-3 hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Ellie's Bistro

Central Business District

Ellie's Bistro

Ellie's Bistro is a suitable stop for a casual Italian meal, perhaps before or after a local event. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-40 per person.

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

What Scout found

  • 60 of the 94 analyzed Newark places fit girls night.
  • 17% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 24% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Social, Relaxed, Playful, Upscale, Adventurous, Quiet.

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