{"id":150573,"date":"2026-02-10T19:48:11","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T19:48:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/150573\/"},"modified":"2026-02-10T19:48:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T19:48:11","slug":"the-guide-to-the-ultimate-girls-night-out-in-hyde-park-village","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/150573\/","title":{"rendered":"The guide to the ultimate girls’ night out in Hyde Park Village"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Remember last year when you told yourself it would be your last Valentine\u2019s Day single? And somehow the year flew by and here we are again. February 14 is coming up, and if you\u2019re single, it can feel a little strange.<\/p>\n

Suddenly, you\u2019re noticing couples everywhere. The guy at Publix carefully picking out flowers. Heart-shaped \u201ceverything\u201d popping up on every screen. Gentle reminders that Valentine\u2019s Day is, in fact, very real.<\/p>\n

So here\u2019s your reminder that there\u2019s another holiday worth celebrating, and honestly, it might be the better one: Galentine\u2019s. And if no one has texted the group chat yet, consider this your sign. Nothing beats quality girl time with your favorite people, single or not.<\/p>\n

Now, Galentine\u2019s plans can feel overwhelming. Parties are fun, but scrambling to order heart-shaped decor and dealing with cleanup the next morning is not. What you really want is a great girls\u2019 night out without the hosting stress.<\/p>\n

Enter the progressive dinner.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve seen it on TikTok, you already know the appeal. A progressive dinner means each course happens at a different restaurant. Think bar hopping, but elevated. Better bites, better drinks, and the energy of the night building as you move from place to place.<\/p>\n

The key is simple. Make your reservations ahead of time. February 13 or 15 are great options if you want to avoid the Valentine\u2019s Day rush, but you can do this any time of year. Space each stop about an hour apart and choose places within walking distance. Fewer Ubers and no parking stress.<\/p>\n

While this format works anywhere, here\u2019s our take on the perfect Galentine\u2019s progressive dinner in Hyde Park Village.<\/p>\n

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You\u2019ll want to start early since you\u2019ve got places to be. Kick things off at Bouzy<\/a> around 5 PM. Earlier is better here, especially since they offer happy hour from 3\u20137 pm Monday through Friday. Ease into the night with something light. A glass of champagne paired with their truffle popcorn is a strong opening move.<\/p>\n

Next, mosey across the village to Ro<\/a> for what we consider non-negotiable: the popcorn shrimp. Just trust us. If seafood isn\u2019t your thing, the spicy karaage chicken is a crowd favorite too. This is your appetizer stop, so feel free to add edamame or a few light sushi bites for the table. Just don\u2019t fill up too quickly. You\u2019ve got your main course coming up.<\/p>\n

True to the name, it\u2019s time to progress to the next stop. Head to Timpano<\/a> for the Parm to Table experience. If you\u2019ve never had it, you\u2019re in for a treat. If you have, you already know it\u2019s hard to forget. Fresh bucatini is prepared tableside in a Parmesan wheel with pesto, making it dinner and a show in one. Pair it with an Aperol spritz and settle in for a moment that feels straight out of Italy.<\/p>\n

At this point, you might be starting to feel full. We get it. But make sure you save room for dessert, because you and the girls are heading to Meat Market<\/a>. Two non-negotiables here: a crisp espresso martini (we\u2019ll take ours with mezcal) and warm chocolate chip cookies with vanilla ice cream on the side. This is the part of the night where the drinks have been flowing and the laughs get louder. Grab a spot outside for prime people-watching.<\/p>\n

You may think the night ends here, but you\u2019ve got one final stop. One of our favorite speakeasies in Tampa, Jekyll<\/a>. Hidden inside the bagel shop Sesame, you\u2019ll find the entrance to an intimate cocktail bar serving creative, unexpected drinks and the perfect vibe to end the night.<\/p>\n

Valentine\u2019s Day will come and go, but a great Galentine\u2019s night lives on. The kind you\u2019re still laughing about weeks later, long after the last cocktail. End the night remembering why you went out in the first place: to appreciate your friends, celebrate the people who show up for you, and make memories that matter.<\/p>\n

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