Dayton · Montgomery County, OH

Girls night out in Dayton

Scout analyzed 111 Dayton places and surfaced the ones that actually fit girls night.

Places analyzed

111

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.4 hr

Scout-verified spots

Wheat Penny Oven and Bar

Oregon

Wheat Penny Oven and Bar

Wheat Penny is a good choice for a sit-down dinner of Italian fare and drinks, suitable for an evening outing. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-$70 per person, potentially pairing it with a walk nearby.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
West Social Tap & Table

Five Points

West Social Tap & Table

West Social Tap & Table is a good spot for a casual meal or drinks, offering a relaxed social atmosphere. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $20-50 per person on food and beverages.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$50 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Salar Restaurant and Lounge

Oregon

Salar Restaurant and Lounge

Salar is a stylish Peruvian restaurant suitable for an evening meal with cocktails, typically lasting 1.5-2 hours. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Lily's Dayton

Oregon

Lily's Dayton

Lily's is a solid spot for dinner and cocktails, often paired with other outings in the Oregon District. Expect to spend $30-70 per person for an hour and a half visit.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Tastefully Roasted Coffee

Food & Drink

Tastefully Roasted Coffee

Tastefully Roasted Coffee is a good spot for a casual solo or small group coffee stop, offering a relaxed environment for a quick break or a grab-and-go. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and perhaps a light pastry.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Press Coffee Bar

Oregon

Press Coffee Bar

This petite coffee shop is ideal for a quick solo stop for coffee and pastries, or a relaxed catch-up with a friend. Expect to spend $5-10 per person for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingWellness
$5–$10 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse

Oregon

Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse

Troll Pub is a casual gastropub suitable for an evening meal with friends or a low-key date. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-40 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsSports
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
MUDDY GOOSE COFFEE CO.

Food & Drink

MUDDY GOOSE COFFEE CO.

This coffee shop is good for a quick stop for a drink or light snack, suitable for a solo break or casual meet-up. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Gem City Catfe

Historic Inner East

Gem City Catfe

Visit for an hour to enjoy coffee or snacks while interacting with cats. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for the cat lounge and a beverage, making it a good stop for a relaxed solo outing or a calm family activity.

FoodCocktailsArts
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Pettibone Coffee

Food & Drink

Pettibone Coffee

Pettibone Coffee is suitable for a solo stop or a casual meet-up, taking about 30 minutes for a coffee or light snack. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for your order.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Three Birds

Food & Drink

Three Birds

Three Birds is a restaurant suitable for a meal as a primary outing or paired with a local activity. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-$40 per person for a typical visit.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Jay's Seafood

Oregon

Jay's Seafood

Jay's Seafood is a classic choice for a special dinner, offering a stately setting and a seafood menu. Plan for a 90-minute meal with a per-person cost of $50-100.

FoodRelaxedRomantic
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The Silos

Webster Station

The Silos

The Silos is a restaurant suitable for a casual meal or a relaxed dinner outing. Expect a typical visit to last about an hour, with costs ranging from $15-$30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The Foundry

Webster Station

The Foundry

The Foundry is suitable for an evening meal or drinks, pairing well with a walk in the nearby area. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-70 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Table 33

Downtown

Table 33

Table 33 is a good spot for a refined breakfast or lunch, suitable for a solo meal or a family outing. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit lasting about an hour, possibly paired with a downtown walk.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The Ugly Duckling

Historic Inner East

The Ugly Duckling

The Ugly Duckling is a very inexpensive spot for a casual breakfast or brunch. Expect a classic diner experience for around $5-15 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$5–$15 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Jimmie's Ladder 11

South Park

Jimmie's Ladder 11

This firehouse-turned-tavern offers American food and an extensive beer list, suitable for a casual dinner or drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsHistory
$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Emporium Coffee & Souvenir

Oregon

Emporium Coffee & Souvenir

This is a good spot for a quick coffee and to browse local souvenirs, fitting well into a morning or afternoon outing in the historic district. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Wholly Grounds

South Park

Wholly Grounds

Wholly Grounds is suitable for a casual solo visit or a relaxed coffee date, typically lasting about an hour. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and perhaps a light snack.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Forest Field Park

Outdoors

Forest Field Park

Forest Field Park is a good option for a free, relaxed outdoor activity for families or solo outings. Expect to spend 1-2 hours walking trails and enjoying nature.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Oak Grove Park

Outdoors

Oak Grove Park

Oak Grove Park is a free outdoor space ideal for a relaxed family outing or solo walk, perfect for a few hours on a nice day. It pairs well with a picnic or can be a stop on a longer weekend adventure.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Owen's Place Park

Outdoors

Owen's Place Park

Owen's Place Park is suitable for a free outdoor activity lasting 1-2 hours, perfect for families or a relaxed solo walk. It pairs well with a picnic or a stop before/after other local errands.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Activity Center Park

Outdoors

Activity Center Park

This park is suitable for a casual family outing or a solo active break, offering playgrounds, a splash pad (seasonal), and pickleball courts. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and it is free to enter, though food trucks might be present.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Yellow Cab Tavern

Oregon

Yellow Cab Tavern

Yellow Cab Tavern is a good spot for an evening outing to catch live music or an event, pairing well with a casual dinner beforehand. Expect to spend $10-30 per person for drinks and a potential cover charge, typically staying for 2-3 hours.

CocktailsLive musicSocial
$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

What Scout found

  • 60 of the 111 analyzed Dayton places fit girls night.
  • 18% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 38% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Quiet, Upscale, Scenic.

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