Paterson · Passaic County, NJ
Girls night out in Paterson
Scout analyzed 72 Paterson places and surfaced the ones that actually fit girls night.
Places analyzed
72
Matches
24
Typical spend
$40
Typical visit
1.6 hr
Scout-verified spots
Nightlife
Lotus
Lotus is a good spot for evening drinks and conversation, possibly before or after dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-75 per person for a couple of cocktails and a small bite.
Sports & Recreation
Hinchliffe Stadium
Visit this historic Art Deco stadium for a walk through sports and cultural history, often paired with other Paterson Great Falls attractions. Expect a 1-2 hour visit, with potential costs for tours or special events.
Nightlife
Duffy's Tavern
Duffy's Tavern is suitable for a casual evening out, perhaps after a local activity. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $25-$50 per person on food and drinks.
Outdoors
Weasel Brook Park
Weasel Brook Park is a solid choice for a free family outing, especially with younger children, offering playgrounds and sports fields. Expect to spend 2-3 hours here, perhaps paired with a picnic or a nearby casual meal.
Family
Catch Air Hasbrouck
Catch Air Hasbrouck is an indoor playground, a good standalone outing for families with young children for a couple of hours. Expect to spend $20-30 per child for entry.
Family
DreamWorks Water Park
DreamWorks Water Park is an indoor option for a 4-hour family outing or birthday, costing around $80-120 per person for admission. It's suitable for most weather and can be paired with other American Dream attractions.
Outdoors
Van Saun County Park
Van Saun County Park is a good half-day family outing, especially for younger kids to enjoy the zoo and playground. Expect to spend a few hours exploring; it's free to enter, but activities like the carousel or zoo entry (if applicable) may have small fees.
Shopping
MyUnique Paterson
This thrift store is suitable for a solo or casual outing, often paired with other local errands or a coffee stop. Expect to spend an hour browsing, with items typically costing $10-$50.
Wellness
BRC Day Spa & Sauna Resort
This spa and sauna resort is good for a relaxing solo or small group outing, potentially for a few hours. Expect to spend $50-$150 per person for entry and perhaps a treatment or food, suitable for a quiet afternoon or evening.
Pompton Plains
Sunset Valley Golf Course
This golf course is good for a morning or afternoon round of golf. It typically takes around 3 hours and costs $30-80 per person for a round, not including equipment.
Sports & Recreation
Black Bear Golf Club
This golf club is a good destination for a weekend round of golf, taking several hours and costing between $50-$150 per person for greens fees. It's best enjoyed during good weather conditions.
Oak Ridge
Bowling Green Golf Club
This golf club is good for a multi-hour outdoor activity, typically costing $50-$150 per person for a round. It can pair with a meal at its bar or restaurant afterward.
Sports & Recreation
Baltusrol Golf Club
This historic golf club is suitable for a full day of golf on its championship courses. Expect a significant per-person spend, likely requiring membership or guest access, making it a planned outing rather than a spontaneous stop.
Oak Ridge
Berkshire Valley Golf Course
This is a good spot for a few hours of outdoor recreation, ideal for a solo golf game or a social outing with friends. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for a round.
McAfee
Great Gorge Golf Club
This golf course is good for a multi-hour outdoor activity, typically costing $50-100 per person. It can be paired with a meal afterwards and is best enjoyed during good weather conditions.
Food & Drink
Naxos Estiatorio
Naxos Estiatorio is a good spot for a sit-down meal, perfect for a family dinner or a date. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $40-80 per person on a typical visit.
Food & Drink
Patsy's Tavern & Restaurant
Patsy's is a solid choice for a casual Italian meal, especially for families or a quick solo bite, typically lasting an hour. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for pizza or pasta.
Shopping
The Galata Butcher Grill
This Turkish restaurant offers a hearty meal experience, suitable for a casual family lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for food.
Food & Drink
Romo Restaurant
Romo Restaurant is a Latin American restaurant suitable for a dinner outing, perhaps for a date or family celebration. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person.
Food & Drink
The Barrow House
The Barrow House is a good spot for a dinner or brunch, pairing well with a local outing or a night out. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $35-75 per person.
Food & Drink
Taskin Bakery
Taskin Bakery is a 24/7 spot for quick pastry pickups, suitable for a cheap, relaxed stop to grab a treat. Expect to spend $5-$20 per person for a short visit.
Food & Drink
MOKAFÉ
MOKAFÉ is a coffee shop for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up, typically lasting about 30 minutes with a spend of $5-$15 per person for coffee and a light bite.
Food & Drink
Qahwah House Coffee - Clifton
Qahwah House is a coffee shop perfect for a quick stop or a relaxed hour with a drink and light snack. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and a pastry.
Food & Drink
Damasco Cafe
Damasco Cafe is a casual spot for a coffee, pastry, or light meal, suitable for an hour-long stop. Expect to spend $10-25 per person. It can pair well with local errands or as a relaxed break.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 52 of the 72 analyzed Paterson places fit girls night.
- 31% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 38% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Adventurous, Quiet, Upscale.
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