There is such a thing as too many options. New York City has some of the best bars and restaurants the world has to offer, and almost all of them have happy hour deals. So how could you possibly decide where to go for those much-needed after-work drinks?

We can help with that! Here’s our definitive list of the best happy hour spots in the Big Apple.

While we do our best to keep this list updated, rates and menu items are subject to change. Check each location's website for the most up-to-date offerings.

 

Union Square Cocktail Club

Join the Union Square Cocktail Club, taking place at The High Note, a quirky cocktail bar with eclectic décor just steps from Union Square. This old-timey tavern with a brick and wood interior has upscale bar bites, premium cocktails, draft brews, and a cool vibe. The Cocktail Club is $30 for unlimited premium cocktails, so it's the perfect spot to get your fill and unwind after a long day.

Happy Hour: Tuesday–Sunday, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: The High Note: 119 E 15th St, New York, NY

More information.

 

Pieces Bar

Greenwich Village

Why spend your evening at a boring bar when you could be sipping strong $6 drinks while enjoying a wild drag show? Pieces is the ultimate gay bar and they haver the ultimate happy hour to match. Monday through Friday snag $6 wells, beer, and wine, and kick it up a notch on the weekends with $6 margs, mimosas, and bloody marys. 

Location: 8 Christopher St

Happy Hour: Everyday from 2pm-8pm

Hours: 2pm-4am daily

For more information on Pieces Bar.

Westville

Chelsea

If you’re looking to end your stressful work day with some American comfort food in a casual environment, look no further than Westville, where you can grab $8 house wines, sangrias, and their unique sake margaritas.

Location: 246 W 18th St

Happy Hour: Everyday from 5pm-7pm

Hours: Lunch: 11:30am-3pm, Dinner: 5pm-9:30pm, Brunch: 10am-4pm

For more information on Westville.

Verlaine

Lower East Side

This sexy spot is known for its art, Asian tapas, and legendary lychee martinis, which you can try for just $8 during happy hour!

Location: 110 Rivington St

Happy Hour: Everyday from 5pm-10pm

Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday 5pm-12am, Thursday 5pm-1am, Friday-Saturday 5pm-2am

For more information on Verlaine.

East Hae

Williamsburg

This extremely vibey Korean restaurant has some of the best views of the city you can find while sipping on some incredible cocktails. Plus, they even have the occasional comedy show or live music set! 

Location: 98 N 6th St 3rd floor

Happy Hour: Monday-Friday from 5pm-8pm

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 4pm-12am, Sunday 4pm-10pm

For more information on East Hae.

L’Accolade

West Village

You’ll feel like you teleported to Europe as soon as you step into this chic wine bar. Their huge selection of natural wines are all just $13 by the glass every day from 4pm to 7pm, and they all pair amazingly with their elevated $10 snacks including cheeses and chicken liver mousse. 

Location: 302 Bleecker St

Happy Hour: Everyday from 5pm-7pm

Hours: Tuesday-Friday 5pm-11pm, Saturday 4pm-11pm

For more information on L’Accolade.

Bibi Wine Bar

East Village

Don’t worry — Bibi happy! This relaxed wine bar is women-owned and all about the vino. They wanted to make wine accessible to everyone (no bottle costs more than $60!) and their happy hour proves it; select bottles are just $28, with a daily white and red by the glass for $8. If wine isn’t your thing, they also have beer and cider for $5. Oh, and did we mention they have small plates for just $10? 

Location: 211 E 4th St

Happy Hour: Every day until 8pm

Hours: ​Monday-Thursday 5pm-12am, Friday-Saturday 4pm-2am, Sunday 4pm-11pm

For more information on Bibi Wine Bar.

Crown Alley

Chelsea

This quirky bar may be narrow, but people come from far and wide to try their food and beverages. With $1 oysters and $8 cocktails during their daily happy hour, who could blame them? 

Location: 263 W 19th St

Happy Hour: Everyday from 4pm-7pm

Hours: Monday-Wednesday 3pm-1am, Thursday-Friday 3pm-2am, Saturday 2pm-2am, Sunday 2pm-1am

For more information on Crown Alley.

Stella and Fly

Upper East Side

This cool coffee-shop-meets-wine-bar is the perfect place to unwind from a hectic day, sample a few glasses of vino, and maybe enjoy some live music. They have one of the longest happy hours in the city, with $9 glasses of wine and $10 cocktails from noon to 8pm every weekday. 

Location: 1705 1st Ave.

Happy Hour: Monday-Friday from 12pm-8pm

Hours: Monday-Thursday 7am-2am, Friday-Saturday 7am-3am, Sunday 7am-1am

For more information on Stella & Fly.

Ten Degrees Bar

East Village

This trendy bar takes happy hour a step further by offering buy-one-get-one drinks every day from 4pm until 7pm. Make sure you book a rideshare home from this one! 

Location: 121 St Marks Pl

Happy Hour: Tuesday-Sunday from 4pm-7pm

Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 4pm-4am

For more information on Ten Degrees Bar.

Mermaid Inn

Upper West Side

The Mermaid Inn looks like a cozy New England fish shack — and that’s exactly what it is. Come for the incredible happy hour that includes oysters and little neck clams for just $1.25 each, beers for $6, and wine and cocktails for $9, but stay for the incredible hospitality and all-around good vibes. 

Location: 570 Amsterdam Ave

Happy Hour: Everyday from 4:30pm-6:30pm

Hours: Monday-Saturday 4:30pm-10pm, Sunday 4:30pm-9:30pm

For more information on the Mermaid Inn.

Bar Belly

Lower East Side

This vintage-inspired eatery boasts a daily happy hour (that isn’t ridiculously early) and it includes a huge selection of comfort foods, cocktails, and beer and wine options. What more could you want?

Location: 14 Orchard St

Happy Hour: Everyday from 5pm-7pm

Hours: Sunday-Wednesday 5pm-1am, Thursday-Saturday 5pm-3am

For more information on Bar Belly.

Ama Raw Bar

East Village

Lots of places in NYC do dollar oysters, but Ama Raw Bar may do them the best. This romantic little hole in the wall also has some sexy drinks for just $10 during their daily happy hour, like the lychee martini and the spicy palawan. There are also $1.50 oysters until 7pm. 

Location: 190 Avenue B

Happy Hour: Everyday from 5pm-7pm

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 5-11pm

For more information on Ama Raw Bar.

Vida Verde

Midtown

This Mexican hotspot is famous for their colorful rooftop and hand-painted murals. Take in all the good vibes while chowing down on tacos and enjoying $10 frozen drinks every day until 6pm! 

Location: 248 W 55th St

Happy Hour: Tuesday-Friday from 4pm-6pm

Hours: Monday-Thursday 4pm-2am, Friday 4pm-4am, Saturday 12pm-4am, Sunday 12pm-2am

For more information on Vida Verde.

Parm

Upper West Side

If you’ve got a hankering for some killer Italian, look no further than Parm. With several locations across the city, it’s easy to stop by their happy hour for $6 snacks and some great drink deals, too! 

Location: 235 Columbus Ave.

Happy Hour: Monday-Friday from 4pm-7pm

Hours: 11am-9pm daily

For more information on Parm.

Gupshup

Gramercy

This artsy Indian restaurant offers creative ambiance, amazing smells, and an explosion of flavors — and we’re not just talking about the food! They’ve got unique cocktails like the Gold Spot Soda that features Spring 44 gin, fennel, lemon and cream soda, and costs only $10 during happy hour! 

Location: 115 E 18th St

Happy Hour: Monday-Friday 5pm-7pm

Hours: Brunch: Friday-Sunday 11:30am-3:30pm, Dinner: Monday-Wednesday 5pm-10pm, Thursday 5pm-11pm, Friday-Saturday 4:30pm—11pm, Sunday 4:30pm-10pm

For more information on Gupshup.

Miti Miti

Park Slope

Miti Miti is a fun little Mexican spot in Park Slope, but it packs a big punch when it comes to their happy hour. Do yourself a favor and go try their specialty margaritas for just $10 

Location: 138 5th Ave

Happy Hour: Monday-Thursday 11am-Close, Friday 11am-7pm

Hours: Monday-Thursday 11am-12am, Friday 11am-1:30am, Saturday 10am-1:30am, Sunday 10am-12am

For more information on Miti Miti.

Magic Hour

Times Square

This Manhattan hotspot is all about F-U-N. The amusement park-themed rooftop bar at the Moxy has something for everyone, from mini golf to a rotating carousel seating area. But the biggest draw is their incredible happy hour with $10 pizzas and steep discounts on the usually-pricey drinks. 

Location: 485 7th Ave 18th floor

Happy Hour: Tuesday-Friday from 4pm-7pm

Hours: Monday-Wednesday 3pm-12am, Thursday 3pm-2am, Friday 3pm-4am, Saturday 11:30am-4am, Sunday 11:30am-12am

For more information on Magic Hour.

Klong

East Village

This hidden gem looks like a modern industrial temple, and you’re going to want to try every single one of their delicious spicy noodle dishes. Of course, you’ll need something to wash them all down — luckily if you stop by during happy hour, they have half price Thai beers and $5 sake and cocktails. 

Location: 7 St Marks Pl

Happy Hour: Sunday-Thursday from 5pm-7pm, Friday-Saturday from 11:30am-2am

Hours: Monday-Thursday 11:30am-11:00pm, Friday 11:30am-12am, Saturday 12:30pm-12am, Sunday 12:30pm-11pm

For more information on Klong.

Entwine

West Village

Entwine is famous for their handcrafted, locally sourced, seasonal cocktails — there’s no higher quality drinks out there! Luckily, their classic mixed drinks are just $10 during happy hour.

Location: 765 Washington St

Happy Hour: Monday-Friday from 2pm-7pm

Hours: Monday 5pm-12am, Tuesday 2pm-12am, Wednesday-Thursday 2pm-1am, Friday-Saturday 2pm-2am, Sunday 2pm-12am

For more information on Entwine.

Barn Joo Union Square

Union Square

This Korean gastropub nails everything from the delicious food to the stellar drinks to the clubby ambiance. It definitely isn’t your typical dive bar. Their happy hour is the perfect opportunity to sample their finger-licking food and try their handcrafted cocktails at a discount. 

Location: 35 Union Square W

Happy Hour: Everyday from 4pm-7pm

Hours: Monday-Wednesday 12pm-9pm, Thursday-Saturday 12pm-10pm, Sunday 12pm-9pm

For more information on Barn Joo Union Square.

Yours Sincerely

Bushwick

Yours Sincerely calls itself a “cocktail laboratory,” and that feels about right. These folks are like mad scientists when it comes to drinks, and you can try their concoctions for $6 from 5pm to 7pm daily.

Location: 41 Wilson Ave

Happy Hour: Everyday from 5pm-7pm

Hours: Monday-Saturday 5pm–2am, Sunday 5pm–12am

For more information on Yours Sincerely.

Maison Premiere

Williamsburg

This precious Williamsburg cocktail bar is all about atmosphere. The New Orleans style settling has one of the cutest gardens in the city, and you’re never going to want to leave once you start in on the oyster happy hour.

Location: 298 Bedford Ave

Happy Hour: Monday-Friday 4pm-7pm, Saturday-Sunday 11am-1pm

Hours: Monday-Thursday 4pm-1am, Friday 4pm-1am, Saturday 12pm-2am, Sunday 12pm-1am

For more information on Maison Premiere.

Gran Torino

Williamsburg

Gran Torino has some of the best outdoor space in Williamsburg. Their happy hour includes $7 house red, rosé, white wine, as well as prosecco. All tap beers are reduced by $2, and all well drinks are $8. Cocktails are discounted at $10. Wines by the bottle are half price. You can also get a Margherita pizza and a bottle of house red, white, rosé, or prosecco for $30.

Location: 131 Berry St, Brooklyn, NY 11249

Happy Hour: Monday-Wednesday 10pm-close. Sunday all night (8pm-close)

Hours: Sunday-Wednesday 11am-12am, Thursday 11am-1am, Friday and Saturday 11am-2am

For more information on Gran Torino. 

Ready Rooftop

East Village

This green rooftop bar honestly couldn’t be cuter — it feels like your very own backyard in the middle of the city! So make yourself at home and try their $1 tacos and $9 margaritas during happy hour. 

Location: 112 E 11th St

Happy Hour: Monday-Friday from 4pm-6pm, Saturday-Sunday from 12pm-3pm

Hours: Monday-Friday 4pm-10pm, Saturday-Sunday 12pm-10pm

For more information on Ready Rooftop.