Midland · Midland County, TX

Where to eat in Midland

Scout analyzed 51 Midland places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food.

Places analyzed

51

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.4 hr

Scout-verified spots

The Patio Drafthouse

Colony Place

The Patio Drafthouse

This Mexican/American restaurant with a patio is suitable for a casual meal or drinks with friends or family. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$40 per person, making it a good option before or after a local activity.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$40 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Memorial Garden Park

Outdoors

Memorial Garden Park

This park is suitable for a free, relaxed outdoor break, lasting about an hour and a half. It can be paired with a picnic or a nearby meal.

OutdoorsViewsWellness
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Pi Social

Original Town

Pi Social

Pi Social is suitable for an evening meal or drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-$60 per person for an upscale American dining experience.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$60 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
La Hacienda Event Center

Arts & Culture

La Hacienda Event Center

This event center is suitable for a evening out with live music, dancing, and drinks. Expect to spend a few hours and between $50-$150 per person, factoring in tickets, food, and beverages.

Live musicCocktailsFood
$50–$150 typical3 hr visiteasy parking
Wadley-Barron Park

Club Estates

Wadley-Barron Park

Wadley-Barron Park is suitable for a free outdoor outing, especially with kids or for a solo walk. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and combine it with a meal nearby.

OutdoorsRelaxedPlayful
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Triple Threat Sports Bar

Village Shopping Center

Triple Threat Sports Bar

Triple Threat Sports Bar is a casual spot for American fare, drinks, and watching games, with a patio option. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-40 per person, making it a good choice for a relaxed evening with friends.

FoodCocktailsSports
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Cafe de Luna POCHA

Food & Drink

Cafe de Luna POCHA

This is a good spot for a casual meal, whether you're alone or with company, lasting about an hour and costing $15-35 per person. It pairs well with shopping or other errands in the area.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Venezia Restaurant

Colony Place

Venezia Restaurant

Venezia is a good spot for a nicer dinner, perfect for a date night or celebrating an occasion. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-70 per person on Italian cuisine.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
THE GRIND CAFE

Westridge Park

THE GRIND CAFE

The Grind Cafe is a casual coffee and dessert shop, good for a quick stop to grab a drink or a snack. Expect to spend 30 minutes and under $15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Red Oak Kitchen

Food & Drink

Red Oak Kitchen

Red Oak Kitchen is a suitable spot for a dinner outing, offering Southwestern dishes and cocktails. 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 visiteasy parking
Far West Coffee

University Park

Far West Coffee

Far West Coffee is suitable for a quick stop for coffee or a light bite, perhaps as part of a morning errand run or a relaxed afternoon break. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Beal Park

Outdoors

Beal Park

Beal Park is a free outdoor space ideal for a family outing or solo time, offering a playground, dog park, and fishing pond. Plan for a 1-2 hour visit, potentially packing a picnic or snacks.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0–$5 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
The Cantinita

Briarwood

The Cantinita

The Cantinita is a casual spot for Mexican food, suitable for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Spitz Mediterranean Street Food

Colony Place

Spitz Mediterranean Street Food

This Mediterranean restaurant offers a casual meal for lunch or dinner. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a meal and possibly a drink, with typical visits lasting about an hour.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Doris J's Kitchen

Oxford Heights

Doris J's Kitchen

Doris J's Kitchen is suitable for a casual, affordable meal, perfect for a solo lunch or family outing. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
7 Brew Coffee

Crestgate

7 Brew Coffee

This drive-thru coffee stand is perfect for a quick pick-me-up or a casual meet-up, often paired with errands. Expect to spend 10 minutes and $5-10 per person for a drink.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$10 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Cork & Pig Tavern

Food & Drink

Cork & Pig Tavern

Cork & Pig Tavern is a solid choice for a casual dinner outing, offering American fare and wood-fired pizza. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $25-$50 per person for a meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Dennis the Menace Park

Ball Park

Dennis the Menace Park

Dennis the Menace Park is a free outing for families with young children, easily paired with lunch in Midland. Expect to spend 1-2 hours enjoying the playground and picnic areas.

OutdoorsRelaxedPlayful
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Hogan Park

Outdoors

Hogan Park

Hogan Park is a free outdoor space suitable for a family outing or solo walk, typically lasting 1-2 hours. It's best paired with good weather and can serve as a primary activity or a relaxing interlude in a day.

OutdoorsRelaxedPlayful
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Steins Ultra Bar

Nightlife

Steins Ultra Bar

This is a bar with a patio and weekend DJs, suitable for an evening out with friends or a casual date. Expect to spend $15-40 per person on drinks and snacks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Washington Park

Outdoors

Washington Park

Washington Park is a good free option for families or individuals looking for outdoor activity in Midland. Expect to spend 1-2 hours enjoying the playground, pool, or sports courts. It's a casual daytime outing best suited for good weather.

OutdoorsSportsWellness
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Cinergy Midland South Featuring EPIC

Arts & Culture

Cinergy Midland South Featuring EPIC

This is a full-service movie theater with an arcade, suitable for a 3-hour family outing or a casual date night. Expect to spend $20-$50 per person for a movie and snacks or some arcade games.

CocktailsArtsFood
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Centennial Park

Original Town

Centennial Park

Centennial Park is a free public park suitable for a relaxed hour-long outdoor visit, especially good for families or a solo stroll. It can be paired with other downtown activities.

OutdoorsRelaxedPlayful
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Black Rifle Coffee Company

Food & Drink

Black Rifle Coffee Company

This coffee shop is good for a quick stop for a drink and a bite, typically costing $5-15 per person for about 45 minutes. It can serve as a casual start to a day or a mid-day break.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

What Scout found

  • 49 of the 51 analyzed Midland places fit food.
  • 27% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 94% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Upscale, Quiet, Scenic.

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