This one's for the girls
Some nights you crave a four-course meal. Other nights call for girl dinner — aka snacks, drinks, and zero commitment. No main course, no rules, just the perfect excuse to sip, share, and catch up with your girls. From martinis and fries to tapas and mezze, these Lettuce restaurants are ready to fuel your next girl dinner.
Next time you’re celebrating with the girls, treat them to Bar Tre Dita at The St. Regis. Start with signature cocktails like the Tre and Garibaldi Banger, or order a bottle of wine to share from Wine Director Kat Hawkins’ list of over 700 Italian wines. Pair your drinks with antipasti and stuzzi, and make sure to order at least one handmade pasta for the table.
Tapas are practically the blueprint for girl dinner. Pair a selection of small plates with a pitcher of Sangria and take advantage of their lively happy hour for an easy, crowd-pleasing night out.
Make a reservation at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
Make a reservation at Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba!
Escape the chaos of the Strip at El Segundo Sol! With a margarita in one hand and a taco (or two) in the other, it’s the perfect fuel for a night out with the girls. Bonus: it’s a great pre-show spot if you’ve scored tickets to one of the many residencies!
Make a reservation at El Segundo Sol
Ema is the best place to build a meal out of spreads, dips, and shareable plates. Sip a Mediterranean-inspired cocktail like the Tequila Yuzu Espresso Martini or the frozen Tan Lines (exclusive to Ema – Austin) while dipping fluffy house bread into Sweet Corn Hummus, White Cheddar Labneh or Toasted Almond & Garlic Spread, and try mezze like the Mushroom “Escargot” and Grilled Chicken Kebab! Where will the night take you next?
Make a reservation at the Ema location nearest you
Home to one of our favorite dirty martinis in the city, Gus’ Sip & Dip is a go-to for fries, classic tavern favorites, and a menu made for grazing — plus prime people-watching.
Gus’ Sip & Dip is first-come, first-served
Do dinner like the Parisians at Mon Ami Gabi, with a baguette, wine, and a few classic bistro dishes to share. And obviously an order of Frites for the table. Oh là là!
Make a reservation at the Mon Ami Gabi location nearest you
Channel Italian Riviera energy at Pizzeria Portofino. A pizza here, a classic Caesar there, and the iconic Portofino Purse to share — it’s the ultimate aperitivo-style girl dinner.
Make a reservation at Pizzeria Portofino
Why choose between a cocktail and a bite when you can have both? Treat yourself and your girls to RPM Steak and RPM Italian – Chicago’s take on the iconic dirty martini served with a gleaming spoon of Kaluga caviar and crisp gaufrettes.
Make a reservation at RPM Steak
Make a reservation at RPM Italian – Chicago
There is something wildly powerful about ordering a dozen oysters and a glass of bubbly and calling it dinner. No sides. No explanations. Just briny perfection and good company. At Shaw’s Crab House, the classic seafood-house charm and buzzy Oyster Bar make it feel extra iconic — especially during happy hour, when Oysters on the Half Shell are half-priced.
Make a reservation at the Shaw’s Crab House location nearest you
An Espresso Martini, Bottomless Truffle Fries, Saucy Chicken Tenders, oh my! Summer House’s Martini Hour is perfect for catching up with your girls and calling it dinner without ever ordering a main.
Make a reservation at the Summer House location nearest you
Check out more of our best happy hours, perfect for girl dinner or anytime!
For the girls who prefer sushi and sake, Sushi-san is the place to be. Order up a glass or flight from their standout sake program which features 20+ varieties, including the private-label Sake-san. Keep the good vibes rolling with chef-curated nigiri, sashimi, maki and hand rolls to your heart (and stomach’s) content!
Make a reservation at the Sushi-san location nearest you
The trip finally made it out of the group chat! Okay, not actually — but you can live out your Napa Valley girls’ trip dreams at The Oakville Grill & Cellar, no plane ticket required. The curated wine list features over two dozen wines by the glass, which pair beautifully with the California-inspired menu of comfort food.
Make a reservation at The Oakville Grill & Cellar
Three Dots and a Dash was made for nights when you’re more interested in cocktails than courses. Sip on a Mai Tai or a Zombie, and let the drinks do the talking. When hunger strikes, order up a few international street food-inspired bites like the Thai Curry Crab Rangoon Dip and Firecracker Popcorn Chicken and thank us later!
