On the hunt for the perfect spot to sip, snack, and socialize? Check out our picks for upscale craft cocktails, small bites and tapas, or just a place to chill after work (that won’t break the bank!). Cheers to discovering your new go-to happy hour spot!
4 Kahunas
Treat yourself to an island getaway at 4 Kahunas! Head over to Urban Union to check out Arlington’s resident tiki bar. Enjoy their happy hour every Monday through Thursday 4-7pm with deals on select cocktails.
Bar Louie
Sip in style for happy hour at Bar Louie! Happy hour is every Monday through Friday from 4-7pm. This trendy gastropub offers specialty pricing on select items including some draft beers, premium liquor, wine by the glass, signature martinis, and house cocktails. You don’t want to miss out on 50% off their bar bites and flatbread as well.
Cafe Americana
If you’re looking for an upscale happy hour, look no further than our new Spanish restaurant, Cafe Americana. Their hand-crafted cocktails and shareable plates and tapas create a first-rate dining experience right here in downtown Arlington. Their happy hour is Tuesday-Sunday from 2:30-5:30pm, which overlooks the expert chefs in their open kitchen.
El Arroyo
You may recognize El Arroyo from their iconic sign, but did you know this local spot is the perfect place to kick back and relax for happy hour? Every Monday through Friday from 2-6pm, they offer special prices on a variety of their drinks and food options. Who doesn’t want to end the workday with a frozen marg or some tableside guac on their always cool patio?
El Gabacho
Grab your friends and come chill on the El Gabacho patio! Check out their $5 House Ritas (excluding flavored margaritas), $5 House Sangria Swirls, and exclusive deals on beer and their house wine every Monday through Friday from 11am-7pm.
Lazy Dog
Calling all dog moms and dads! If you want to bring your fuzzy friend along to happy hour, check out Lazy Dog in the Arlington Highlands. Enjoy their delicious small plates and starters with select beers, wines, and mixed drinks for happy hour at 3-6pm. (P.S. they even have a menu just for pups!)
Los Molcas
Every day’s a fiesta at Los Molcas! Come for their amazing, authentic tacos and stay for their happy hour deals on margaritas! From 3pm-7pm margaritas are $3– including strawberry, lime, pina colada, and mango – they’ll swirl any flavors! They also offer $1 off any specialty drink during this time.
Papaya Mexican Grill
Tucked away in the International Corridor, you don’t want to miss out on Papaya Mexican Grill! The family-owned business prides themselves on serving up authentic flavors with their elevated approach to tacos. Happy hour is 11am-7pm on Monday through Thursday, and you have to try their $7 medium margaritas. During this time, they offer frozen lime, mango, strawberry, watermelon, blueberry and lime on the rocks.
Pearl’s Cherokee Lounge
Spending happy hour at a local dive bar is a rite of passage, and there’s no better spot than the iconic Pearl’s Cherokee Lounge. Every Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30am-3pm, they offer $2 off appetizers and $5 rum punch, crown or wine.
Piranha Killer Sushi
Unwind with the lychee martini of your dreams! Piranha Killer Sushi is known for their incredible happy hour deals which includes reduced prices on drinks, including cocktails, plus some of their fan-favorite nigiri, classic and signature rolls, and various appetizers. Visit them every Monday through Saturday from 3-7pm and on Sunday at noon-5pm.
Social House Arlington
Catch the big game or just catch up with friends at Social House Arlington! Happy hour is every Monday through Friday from 3-6pm. Don’t miss out on all their great deals: half price martinis and frozen drinks, $4 wells, $2 off wine and draft beer, and half-price appetizers.
Taipo: Behind the Door
In the heart of Downtown Arlington, Taipo is serving up a plethora of authentic Nepalese food, but there’s more to Taipo than meets the eye! Inside the restaurant, look for an extravagant doorway - this leads to their speakeasy, Taipo: Behind the Door. Every day from 5-7pm they offer reduced prices on select cocktails, house wine, draft beer, and some bites including some of their renowned momo and taipo dumpling dishes.
Texas Live!
Home to a host of culinary experiences, spend happy hour at Texas Live! Stop by and catch a game at their sports bar Rangers Republic. On Monday through Friday from 5-7pm they offer $4, $5 and $6 drink and appetizer specials. If you’re looking for a more elevated happy hour, head over to Troy’s. With live music every night and acclaimed signature cocktails, you don’t want to miss their happy hour on Wednesdays with half-priced specialty cocktails and on Friday when they offer $3 drafts, $4 wine, and $5 well cocktails.
The Tipsy Oak
The Tipsy Oak is the perfect go-to spot! With live music and a shaded patio, this icehouse has the perfect atmosphere for happy hour. They offer $1 off draft beers, $4 wells, and $2 off on select appetizers on Monday through Friday from 3-6pm.
VB Steakhouse
Experience upscale, authentic Brazilian cuisine for happy hour! Visit VB Steakhouse from 5-7pm every day for 50% off a wide selection of beers, well drinks, and house wines at their Villa Boteco Bar.
