Plano · Collin County, TX
Things to do this weekend in Plano
Scout analyzed 103 Plano places and surfaced the ones that actually fit this weekend.
Places analyzed
103
Matches
24
Typical spend
$25
Typical visit
1.3 hr
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Food & Drink
Miami Vibes - Dallas Vibe Dining
This is a good spot for a lively dinner with drinks, often featuring music or entertainment. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $50-100 per person for an evening out.

Food & Drink
Qahwah House Coffee - McKinney Dallas
Qahwah House is suitable for a quick stop for a drink and a snack, or for a relaxed work session. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $5-15 per person.

Food & Drink
Mudleaf Coffee
Mudleaf Coffee is good for a quick stop for a drink and snack, or a relaxed place to work or read. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for an outing of 30-60 minutes.

Family
Cheeky Monkeys - Plano
Cheeky Monkeys is an indoor playground suitable for young children, offering a safe and engaging environment for a couple of hours of play. Expect to spend $15-30 per child for entry and possibly a snack.

Food & Drink
Suburban Yacht Club
Suburban Yacht Club is a reliable spot for a meal, suitable for various occasions. Expect a moderate price point and a visit duration of about an hour and a half, pairing well with a movie or shopping nearby.

Food & Drink
Taverna Rossa
Taverna Rossa is a casual spot for pizza, craft beer, and cocktails, often featuring live music. Plan for a 1.5-hour visit, spending around $20-45 per person, making it suitable for an evening meal.

Original Downtown
Lemma Coffee Co - Plano
Lemma Coffee Co is a good spot for a quick caffeine stop or a casual, quiet workspace. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-$15 per person for a drink and maybe a pastry.

Original Downtown
1418 Coffee - Historic Downtown Plano, TX
This coffee shop is a good stop for a solo break, a casual first date, or to fuel up before exploring historic downtown Plano. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $5-15 per person on drinks and pastries.

Original Downtown
Preston's Cafe
Preston's Cafe is suitable for a casual breakfast or lunch, fitting well into a morning or midday outing before or after other activities. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and around $10-20 per person.

Food & Drink
Bavarian Grill
This German restaurant with live music is suitable for a festive dinner outing that can last around 1.5 hours, costing about $30-60 per person for food and drinks.

Outdoors
Liberty Park
Liberty Park is a free neighborhood park great for a casual family outing or solo stroll, especially good for kids due to the playground and open fields. Expect to spend an hour or two here, making it a good complement to a longer day out.

Outdoors
Russell Creek Park
Russell Creek Park is a free outdoor space suitable for families, individuals, or casual sports. It's good for a 1.5-hour walk, playground visit, or a game, often combined with a meal or other errands.

Park Forest
Big Lake Park
This park is suitable for a free, relaxed outdoor activity for an hour or two, such as a walk around the lake or letting kids play. It pairs well with a nearby meal or another activity in Plano.

Outdoors
Preston Meadow Park
This neighborhood park is good for a free family outing or solo walk, especially with kids on the playground. Expect to spend 1-2 hours here, pairing well with a picnic or a casual stroll.

Food & Drink
Sixty Vines Plano
Sixty Vines is suitable for a casual yet upscale meal or drinks, offering a varied menu and wine on tap. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here, with costs ranging from $35-$75 per person for food and drinks.

Food & Drink
Haywire
Haywire is a multi-level restaurant offering Southwestern American cuisine, a whiskey bar, and a rooftop patio for a more upscale outing. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here, with costs around $50-100 per person for food and drinks.

Food & Drink
Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar
Whiskey Cake is suitable for a dinner or drinks outing, offering New American cuisine and cocktails. Expect to spend 90 minutes and $35-75 per person. It pairs well with a movie or shopping trip.

Food & Drink
Haraz Coffee House
Haraz Coffee House is a good spot for a relaxed solo or small group visit, easily paired with a shopping trip or as a dedicated coffee stop. Expect to spend about an hour and $5-$15 per person.

Food & Drink
Seasons 52
Seasons 52 is suitable for an upscale dinner or special occasion, offering seasonal American dishes and wine. Expect a 1.5-hour visit, with an average spend of $40-80 per person.

Food & Drink
Love & War in Texas
This is a good spot for an evening meal with live music, particularly on weekends. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $30-70 per person for food and drinks.

Railroad
The Fillmore Pub
The Fillmore Pub is suitable for a relaxed evening with friends or a casual date night, offering British pub fare and drinks. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$35 per person.

Arts & Culture
Barney Smith's Toilet Seat Art Museum
This unique, appointment-only garage museum offers a quirky art experience focused on over 1,000 decorated toilet seats. Expect a free, hour-long visit with the artist, best paired with a local meal or other area attractions in The Colony.

Arts & Culture
Heritage Farmstead Museum
Visit the Heritage Farmstead Museum for a 1-2 hour look into Texas pioneer life, suitable for families. Expect to spend $5-10 per person for admission and light walking.

Arts & Culture
Play Street Museum - Plano
This indoor play museum is suitable for a 1.5-hour family outing with young children, costing around $15 per child for admission. It's a good standalone activity for active kids, especially on weekdays.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
What Scout found
- 60 of the 103 analyzed Plano places fit this weekend.
- 32% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 85% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Quiet, Upscale, Scenic.
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