Winston-Salem · North Carolina, NC

Date night in Winston-Salem

Scout analyzed 76 Winston-Salem places and surfaced the ones that actually fit date night.

Places analyzed

76

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Scout-verified spots

The Katharine Brasserie & Bar

Downtown Winston-Salem

The Katharine Brasserie & Bar

The Katharine is a good option for an upscale dinner featuring Southern-French fusion cuisine and craft cocktails, typically lasting 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsUpscale
4.3$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Winding Creek Golf Course

Sports & Recreation

Winding Creek Golf Course

Spend a morning or afternoon playing golf with friends or solo. Expect to pay around $30-70 per person for greens fees, not including equipment.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical4 hr visiteasy parking
Tanglewood Park Golf

Sports & Recreation

Tanglewood Park Golf

This golf course is suitable for a 4-hour outdoor activity, typically costing $50-100 per person for a round. It pairs well with a meal at a nearby restaurant afterward.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$50–$100 typical4 hr visiteasy parking
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

Food & Drink

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is suitable for a sit-down dinner occasion, often paired with a movie or after-work gathering. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-$75 per person for a meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$75 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Porch | Kitchen & Cantina

Food & Drink

The Porch | Kitchen & Cantina

The Porch is a good option for a casual meal of Tex-Mex, offering breakfast tacos, fajitas, and craft ales in a relaxed, colorful setting. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit of about 1 to 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Mike's Vegan Grill

Downtown Winston-Salem

Mike's Vegan Grill

Mike's Vegan Grill is a casual spot for a plant-based meal, suitable for lunch or dinner. Expect to spend $15-30 per person for an hour-long visit.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Cin Cin Burger Bar

Food & Drink

Cin Cin Burger Bar

This burger bar is suitable for a casual meal or drinks, offering gourmet burgers and cocktails. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Louie and Honey's Kitchen

Food & Drink

Louie and Honey's Kitchen

This bakery is good for a quick stop for a pastry and coffee, perfect for a casual solo outing or to grab treats for a family breakfast. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Midtown Cafe and Dessertery

Food & Drink

Midtown Cafe and Dessertery

Midtown Cafe is suitable for a casual breakfast, lunch, or a coffee and dessert stop, typically lasting about an hour. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a meal.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Sir Winston Wine Loft & Restaurant

Downtown Winston-Salem

Sir Winston Wine Loft & Restaurant

Sir Winston Wine Loft is ideal for an evening meal or drinks, pairing well with a show or leisurely walk downtown. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Jeffrey Adams on Fourth

Downtown Winston-Salem

Jeffrey Adams on Fourth

Jeffrey Adams is suitable for a dinner outing, particularly for a date or special event, with an average visit time of 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for an upscale meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Village Tavern

Food & Drink

Village Tavern

Village Tavern is suitable for a sit-down meal, perhaps after a day of shopping or before an evening event. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $30-60 per person for an American meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Ryan's Restaurant

Food & Drink

Ryan's Restaurant

Ryan's is an upscale restaurant suitable for a romantic dinner or special celebration, offering a fine dining experience that pairs well with an evening out. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for a meal and drinks, with a visit lasting around 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsViews
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Twisted Pine

Downtown Winston-Salem

Twisted Pine

Twisted Pine is a casual restaurant suitable for a straightforward meal or a relaxed dinner. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person for food.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Footnote Coffee & Cocktails

Downtown Winston-Salem

Footnote Coffee & Cocktails

Footnote is ideal for a relaxed coffee break, a casual meeting, or an early evening cocktail. Plan for a 1-2 hour visit, costing around $10-$35 per person for drinks and light snacks.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$10–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
River Birch Lodge

Food & Drink

River Birch Lodge

This is a good spot for a dinner or brunch with elevated comfort food, suitable for dates or family outings. Expect to spend $30-60 per person for an experience lasting around 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Ardmore Coffee

Food & Drink

Ardmore Coffee

Ardmore Coffee is a good spot for a quick, relaxed solo or small group visit, easily paired with errands or a walk. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and a snack during a 30-minute stop.

FoodShoppingWellness
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Coffee Mill

Food & Drink

The Coffee Mill

A typical coffee shop visit for a casual meet-up or solo work session. Expect to spend under $15 per person for a drink and a light bite over about an hour.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Krankies

Downtown Winston-Salem

Krankies

Krankies is a versatile cafe for a solo coffee, a casual meet-up, or evening entertainment. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a visit lasting about an hour, pairing well with downtown strolls.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Spring House Restaurant, Kitchen & Bar

Downtown Winston-Salem

Spring House Restaurant, Kitchen & Bar

This is a good spot for a refined dinner out, suitable for a date or a small celebration. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $35-75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsHistory
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
BYGood Coffee

Food & Drink

BYGood Coffee

BYGood Coffee is a good spot for a casual solo stop or a quiet meet-up, easily paired with errands. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a drink and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Old Fourth Street Filling Station

Food & Drink

The Old Fourth Street Filling Station

The Old Fourth Street Filling Station is suitable for a relaxed dinner or a lunch outing, especially for couples or small groups. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and between $30-$75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$30–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Rooster's Wood-fired Kitchen Winston Salem

Food & Drink

Rooster's Wood-fired Kitchen Winston Salem

Rooster's is suitable for a sit-down dinner experience, pairing well with a pre-dinner drink or post-dinner stroll. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $30-70 per person for a meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Melrose Coffee and Boba Tea

Food & Drink

Melrose Coffee and Boba Tea

This coffee and boba tea shop is ideal for a quick, cheap solo visit or a relaxed casual meet-up, lasting about 30-60 minutes and costing under $15 per person. It pairs well with errands or a leisurely afternoon activity.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

What Scout found

  • 60 of the 76 analyzed Winston-Salem places fit date night.
  • 33% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 58% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Scenic, Upscale, Playful, Romantic.

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