Chesapeake · Chesapeake City County, VA

Nightlife in Chesapeake

Scout analyzed 59 Chesapeake places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

59

Matches

6

Typical spend

$40

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Scout-verified spots

RiffHouse Pub

South Norfolk

RiffHouse Pub

RiffHouse Pub is suitable for a casual evening out with friends or a low-key date night. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for drinks and pub fare.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
RedBones Raw Bar Seafood Grill

Greenbrier West

RedBones Raw Bar Seafood Grill

RedBones is a lively spot for casual seafood and pub grub, ideal for a relaxed evening with friends or family. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $20-$50 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
37th & Zen

Kensington

37th & Zen

37th & Zen is a lively bar good for an evening of pub grub and drinks, often featuring live music, drag shows, or karaoke. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $15-40 per person, making it a good spot for a casual, energetic night out.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Woody's Raw Bar & Grill

Western Branch North

Woody's Raw Bar & Grill

Woody's is a casual bar and grill for an evening meal or drinks, especially good for catching a game or live music. Expect to spend $20-40 per person for food and drinks over 1.5-2 hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Woody's Raw Bar & Grill

Greenbrier West

Woody's Raw Bar & Grill

Woody's is good for a casual meal of American fare and drinks, especially when looking for live music or an outdoor deck experience. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $20-40 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Skeleton Key Bar and Grille

Western Branch North

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille is suitable for a casual evening meal or drinks. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Under $35

Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.

What Scout found

  • 6 of the 59 analyzed Chesapeake places fit nightlife.
  • 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 83% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful.

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