So you want a night away from work, your significant other, the kids or even the all-too-familiar house, but you’re not sure where to go or what to do. Call your best lady friends right after you take a look at this list of best ladies night bars that will allow for an extraordinary night in Orange County. We’ve provided plenty of options around the metro area for those seeking a “girls only” escape in every neck of the woods. From fondue and Caipirinhas to candle-lit French cuisine, this list will give you imaginative ideas to gather the besties and pick the best get-away destination.

Simply Fondue
28719 Los Alisos Blvd.
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
(949) 707-5200
www.simplyfondueoc.com

In college, it may have been referred to as “Thirsty Thursday,” but at Simply Fondue, Thursdays are fully dedicated to the females. With 20 percent off for ladies night, the whole posse will be able to dip into cheese and chocolate fondue as well as enjoy a delectable designer martini. You can taste all the colors of the rainbow in cocktails like “Skittles,” or try a glass from Simply Fondue’s award-winning wine list. This restaurant and bar is all about letting the ladies make good conversation with good drinks around sweet and savory treats.

Kimera
19530 Jamboree Road
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 261-1222
www.kimerarestaurant.com

The bamboo ceiling and Natural Architecture Art collection are just a few perks of bringing the gang to Kimera. The lounge allows you to dine among gorgeous works of art and rotating exhibits. Ladies night is offered on the last Tuesday of the month, where you and the girls can enjoy happy hour from 3 to 7 p.m. with $5 well drinks and discounted appetizers. The “Skinny Fries” dashed with parmesan, garlic, parsley and aiolo compliment the signature Leblon Caipirinhas in the most delicious manner. Whether you’re planning a private party, special event or just want an excuse to get dolled up, go out and enjoy all that fun you’ve been deprived of lately, Kimera’s casually classy demeanor fulfills all those needs.

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Avec Nightclub
18582 Beach Blvd
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
(714) 963-1089
www.avecnightclub.com

If it’s Thursday, Friday or Saturday night and all you want to do is put on your dancing shoes and show off that “little black dress” with the ladies by your side, Avec Nightclub is your spot. This is the perfect place to let loose to the hottest jams and show off that “too-hot-to-trot” attitude that gets buried under piles of 9-5 work. All the gang needs to do is call or text the dedicated number before 10:30 p.m. to reserve a table and get in the door for free. The Parisian-style decor makes you feel like you’re spinning on the dance floor at a grand European ball, only with the California-bred convenience and comforts of home. The bottle service is the best bet for bigger groups of girls and is 100 percent worth it. You only live once, and ladies night is something to be celebrated to the fullest.

Baja Sharkeez
114 McFadden Place
Newport Beach, CA 92663
(949) 673-0292
www.sharkeez.net

Baja Sharkeez has graced the coastal splendor of Southern California in several beach spots, and for good reason. Known for its unbelievable drink and food prices and upbeat environment, Baja Sharkeez will kick those mid-week blues for you and the girls and pump you full with just enough liquor-laden fun for the weekend ahead. In Newport Beach, it’s Thursdays nights that are dedicated to the females, and in particular, those ladies that like to split their time between the books and the bars. College night at Sharkeez offers a flip cup tournament that is surely a step up from the dorm room lounge. They also have mojito specials of all flavors beginning at $4. But that’s not all–pair the pitcher of beer or rainbow mojitos with the Thursday night food special of $3 burritos. You can even build your own guacamole on the side. So whether the ladies need a study break or you want to re-live those college dorm days all over again, Baja Sharkeez is the place for a weekday ladies night fun.

On The Rocks Bar & Grille
12752 Valley View Street
Garden Grove, CA 92845
(714) 896-9000
www.ontherocksoc.com

Every Thursday from 5 p.m to close is ladies night at On The Rocks Bar, when they offer a free appetizer to a clique of four or more ladies and all martinis,  glasses of wine and flavored vodka drinks are two for the price of one. Besides the perk of special treatment, On The Rocks is great for a group of gals traveling in a large pack. The group will feel right at home in this welcoming, woodsy atmosphere. It’s possible to forget you’re in Orange County instead of the snug forests of Redwood City. Aside from the cozy ambiance and a different drink special everyday, the service and the food will make this ladies night a loving reminder to all why you’re such great friends.

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The science nerd and the woman that always has the prima donna hair, Stephanie Jones is a combination of both worlds. As a Bachelor of Arts graduate, she hopes to parlay her smarts into a career based on the world of writing, digital arts and marketing communications. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.