Why limit happy to an hour?
If you find yourself wanting to quench your thirst at value while enjoying delicious eats, check out our picks for more than 45 killer Happy Hour specials in Tucson.
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47 Scott needs little introduction — the interior is moody and the quality of food and drinks are exceptional.
Find out for yourself by hitting up Happy Hour, offered from 4 – 6 p.m. all week, with $4 craft beer on draft, $6 house red or white, and discounted select cocktails. The bar bites are all fantastic, seriously, order them all.
Favorites include:
As of November 20, 2021, the restaurant and bar are temporarily closed due to an unexpected fire. Keep up with their reopening by following 47 Scott on Facebook. For more information, visit 47scott.com.
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With the lovely outdoor seating, classy but modest interior, creative cocktails, and top-notch local ingredients, AK’s Happy Hour is a force to be reckoned with.
Happy Hour cocktail specials are $6, house wines are $6, and $1 off all draft beer. Happy Hour runs daily from 3 – 5 p.m.
Favorites include:
For more information, visit agustinkitchen.com.
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Barrio Brewing is a local favorite for helping put Tucson beer on the map. They also offer a tasty selection for Happy Hour.
Monday through Friday 3 – 7 p.m., Barrio features $1 off draft beers and a special Happy Hour food menu with plenty of options under $8.
Happy Hour must-haves:
For more on Barrio Brewing Co., visit barriobrewing.com.
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From 4 – 6 p.m. daily, head to Batch for some pretty sweet deals — not to mention Whiskey Wednesday and Thirsty Thursday (can’t forget those!).
You can take 20% off whisky or cocktails, $1 off drafts, or opt for their house Old Fashioned or Moscow Mule for just $5. Cheers to that!
For information, visit batchtucson.com.
The newest addition to Casino Del Sol, Bellissimo Ristorante Italiano, opened in March 2020, and they offered some great Happy Hour specials right out of the gate.
The bar features a selection of draft and bottled beer, highly-rated wines from Italy, and specialty cocktails.
Happy Hour is from noon – 7 p.m. daily and includes $3 “Beer of the Month,” $5 Bellissimo Frozé, $5 FrozenCello, $5 house red and white, and $7 specialty cocktails.
Menu highlights:
For more information, visit casinodelsol.com.
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Blanco Tacos + Tequila is a modern taco stop serving up a unique twist on Mexican dining.
From their crispy shrimp tacos and red chile chicken enchiladas to grilled salmon and green chile burritos, Blanco brings the heat, especially for Happy Hour.
From 3 – 6 p.m. daily, Blanco features $7 margaritas and sangrias, $6 glasses of wine, $5 beers, and $3.50 tacos.
Favorites include:
For more information, visit foxrc.com.
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The name tells you all you need to know. Owner and Chef Maria Mazon offers an assortment of tacos paired with delicious homemade salsas that make it a prime option if you’re nearby and craving Mexican.
From 4 – 6 p.m. daily, and until 9 p.m. on Thursdays, Boca offers Happy Hour specials that include $5.25 margaritas, $2 shots of house tequila, $1.50 PBR pints, and $1 glasses of wine and select tequilas.
For more information, visit bocatacos.com.
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Bottega Michelangelo brings in a hip, contemporary breath of fresh air, though it’s still nice enough for a fancy date if you so desire.
Happy Hour takes place Tuesday through Friday from 4 – 7 p.m. and offers $4 draft beers, well drinks, and featured wines. If you’re in the mood to munch, you can also get half off on all appetizers.
Look out for:
For more information, visit bottegamichelangelo.com.
A British-style restaurant and bar with an extensive list of burgers, sandwiches, and classic pub fare offering something for everyone. From Irish nachos and pub footballs to fish tacos and a classic Reuben, this spot leaves little to be desired.
The Canyon’s Crown has Happy Hour from 3 – 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, featuring $1 off all starters, beers, wines, and wells.
Favorites include:
For more information on The Canyon’s Crown, visit canyonscrown.com.
Now, this is the Happy Hour we’ve been searching for!
Charro del Rey offers daily half off Happy Hour from 4 – 6 p.m. Get half off house wine, wells, drafts, and all aperitivos.
Choices include:
Phew, let’s just sip back on a house marg while we think about all of our options, shall we?
For more information, visit charrodelrey.com.
Charro’s plant-based concept is educating us on the symbolism of the number four through its Happy Hour menu:
“In Western traditions and numerology, four is generally a friendly, life-affirming number. It has strong grounding energy, and it will teach us the lessons we need to learn to move forward in life.”
Stop by Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. for $4 off wine, margaritas, and sangria as well as $2 off drafts.
Favorite shareables include:
For more information, visit charrovida.com.
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Walk past the fountain and gorgeous courtyard oasis and you’ll find the restaurant which was the starting point for a few of Tucson’s current notable chefs.
You’ll find the Happy Hour in the bar area, 3 – 6 p.m. daily, where select draft beers are $4 and select wine is $5 by the glass.
For more information and to view their seasonally changing menu, visit lodgeonthedesert.com.
The menu at Commoner and Co. strikes a balance between style and substance, using exceptional ingredients without being too pretentious.
Stop by any day of the week from 4 – 6 p.m. for $5 drafts, $8 house cocktails, and $5 glasses of house red or white wine. They’ve also crafted a Happy Hour-only small plates menu, and if you make it between 4 – 5 p.m., you can get in on Happier Hour, which will get you $2 off all dishes.
Happy Hour favorites:
For more information, visit commonertucson.com.
Culinary Dropout is a place where “food and music are life.” How do discounted drinks, cornhole, and live music at a trendy bar sound? Just say yes.
The Happy Hour special offers 20% off all drinks and runs Monday through Friday from 3 – 6 p.m.
For more information, visit culinarydropout.com.
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Cup Cafe — hidden inside the historic, beautifully preserved Hotel Congress — offers hearty American fare and a desirable rotating dessert case.
Daily from 4 – 6 p.m., you’ll want to get in on their Happy Hour deals. Bring your friends and hang out on the patio or cozy up indoors with $2 off all a drinks and starters.
Tasty temptations to try:
For more information, visit hotelcongress.com.
Dante’s is known for taking classic dishes and adding a unique twist. Happy Hour is no different.
From 4 to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and all day Sunday, they offer $1 off craft cocktails, $2 off glasses of wine, $1 off bottled beers, and $4.50 drafts. In addition, six menu items are $7 each until 6 p.m.
Standout choices:
For more information on Dante’s drink and dining specials, please visit dantesfireaz.com.
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The presence of Southern-style cuisine is expanding here in Tucson as downtown welcomes The Delta, the second concept under the owners of fusion gastropub, The Parish.
Served up Tuesday through Thursday from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Fridays until 7 p.m., you can sip on $3 drafts, $6 Old Fashioneds, and get $3 off specialty cocktails and glasses of wine while you nosh on some tasty dishes from a selection of $3 Honky Tonk Tapas.
A few of our favorites:
Cast Iron Corn Bread – Fresh out of the oven cornbread served with fermented candied pecan honey butter
Pimento Cheese Dip – Served with local honey & Tennessee buttered saltines
Cherry Kool-Aid Pickles – a Mississippi Delta original treat, always available
For more information, visit thedelta.com. Infused with the flavors and rebellion of the south, The Delta’s sister restaurant, The Parish, also offers a Happy Hour full of soul.
The crew at El Chinito Gordo doesn’t just cook authentic Mexican food, they live and breathe it. And that kind of love can be tasted in every bite and every sip, from their salsa to their margaritas y frescas.
Happy Hour is served up daily from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m., with drink specials including $5.50 house margaritas, $8 Gorda Marias and specialty margaritas, and $6.50 Aguas Locas. Their food deals are also something to make a fuss about, with $3 off all appetizers and $2 off wings and soup of the day.
Some of our go-to appetizers include:
For El Chinito Gordo’s full menu, visit their website.
On the corner of Congress and Sixth, Elliott’s has become a Happy Hour hotspot.
An assortment of drinks and eats come together for their afternoon and evening lineups. Elliott’s Happy Hour is from 4 to 7 p.m. daily, with $4 house-infused vodka drinks, $3 wells, and $1 off craft and beers.
Featured items:
For more about Elliott’s On Congress, visit elliottsoncongress.com.
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Whether you live in Midtown Tucson, on the east side, or in Oro Valley, worry not — all locations offer Happy Hour specials from 3 – 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday with discounts on well cocktails, Flagship pints, and glasses of wine.
Oh, you want more?
Menu highlights:
For more information, visit firetruckbrewing.com.
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From the masterminds behind Prep & Pastry and Commoner & Co. has come Flora’s Market Run, housed in what was previously Rincon Market.
Their Happy Hour specials can be ordered up daily from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m., with deals like $2 off all cocktails and $5 drafts and glasses of house red and white wine. It doesn’t stop there, also offering a quality selection of food items.
Happy Hour faves:
For more information, visit florasmarket.com.
With a focus on fresh, Harvest has lunch and dinner menus chock-full of delicious dishes.
Happy Hour is 3 to 6 p.m. daily, with $1 off well drinks, and $2 off beer, wine, house concoctions (cocktails), and openers (appetizers). If you stop by on Monday or Tuesday, you’ll also have the option of half-price bottles of wine, available all day.
Those sweet specials plus their variety of burgers and sandwiches are just the start of reasons to visit, if you haven’t already.
Noteworthy items:
To learn more about Harvest’s Happy Hour, visit harvestov.com.
Though you’ll find steakhouse and barbecue staples such as burgers, ribs, and brisket, their twist on other dishes really helps them stand out. For example, they have cherries aging in barrels with Templeton Rye, their bacon is smoked in house, and the beans are soaked for two days before cooking. Color us impressed!
Happy Hour runs 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday with $2 domestic beers, $5 house wine, margaritas & mules, and $6 bloody marys. They also offer $1 off appetizers if you’re in the mood for something to munch on.
Happy Hour favorites:
For more information, visit thehorseshoetucson.com.
Head on over to the bar area at HUB and you’ll find rotating discounts on select appetizers and drinks from 3 – 6 p.m. on Monday – Friday. Keep in mind, you must order at the bar in order to snag the deals.
Popular appetizers:
For more information, visit hubdowntown.com.
When it comes to authentic Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, Istanbul is dishing it out here in Tucson. With quality hospitality also written into the heritage they’re serving up, Istanbul’s daily Happy Hour specials offer something for everyone.
From 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., everything on the menu aside from soups and appetizers is $1 off, from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m all items on their beer and wine lists are $1 off from, and you can get two bottles of Bud Light, Budweiser, or Estrella Jalisco for $6 from open to close.
What time of day will your Happy Hour be?
Learn more at istanbulcafe.com.
The Jackrabbit Lounge is adding some funk and flavor to Tucson, and their Happy Hour deals give you plenty of reasons to check it out for yourself.
Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. -7 p.m., they have $2 off of small plates, $5 wells, $1 off all draft beers, and $2 off signature and draft cocktails. What are you waiting for?
Favorite small plates include:
Check out the rest of the goodies on their menu at thejackrabbitlounge.com.
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Located near the railroad tracks, the owner of John Henry’s wanted the bar name to be railroad-themed, and when it comes to Happy Hour the specials are rollin’ in daily.
From 4 – 7 p.m., the bar is offering $3 well drinks, $4 draft beers, and $5 glasses of wine and cocktails.
For more information, visit John Henry’s on Facebook.
Though Jonathan’s Cork identifies as a southwestern steakhouse and seafood restaurant, close inspection of the menu reveals strong Louisiana influence with various blackened items.
Their Happy Hour includes bites ranging from $7 to $10 along with drink specials including $1 off drafts and $5 wells, house cabernet, and house chardonnay.
Happy Hour at Jonathan’s Cork is designated to the bar area and runs Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. as well as all day Saturday. Don’t forget to ask about their additional bar specials if you stop in Monday through Thursday!
Noteworthy items:
For more information, visit jonathanscork.com.
Do you remember that Brady Bunch episode where the gang goes to Hawaii and attracts the fancy of a tiki idol? Well, we may have found all the tropical mystique with a serious dose of fun, right here in Tucson.
Kon Tiki offers an extensive menu of drinks including Rum Punch and Pina Coladas. Make sure to try the Scorpion Bowl, considered to be the “largest drink in the world.”
Happy Hour is 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and includes $1 off drafts and double wells, $3.50 aluminums, and $4.50 glasses of wine. You can also choose from an array of $6, $7, and $8 apps!
Standout items:
For more information, visit kontikitucson.com.
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Flores Concepts has done it again with their latest addition, The Monica. With a full-service bar featuring cocktails, local craft beer, and wine accompanied by a menu of both pantry and plated recipes, their Happy Hour menu is something to write about.
Offered Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m., you can find specials that include $1 off any draft beer, $2 off cocktails and glasses of wine, and $3 off all pantry roma-style pizzas by the brique.
While you’re there, be sure to ask about their board of wine as well as their $5 and dime specials.
For more information, visit The Monica’s website.
With over 175 different beers, including 28 draft beers, deciding what’s the perfect drink for your meal can be intimidating.
If you enjoy beer but don’t have the beer knowledge yet, don’t worry — the online menu has suggested pairings, and the staff is happy to provide pairings and personal picks.
Happy Hour runs 4 – 6 p.m. daily, offering $3 off bottled wine, $4 featured drafts, $2 off craft cans, and $5 margaritas. Hungry? Good! Because they also offer a tasty plethora of $4, $6, and $8 appetizers.
Happy Hour favorites:
For more information, visit noblehopspub.com.
North Italia, or North, is a classic Italian eatery with delicious pizza, pasta, salads, appetizers, and drinks.
Their Happy Hour, from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, consists of $5 glasses and $16 bottles of red and white wine, $5 glasses and $20 pitchers of sangria, and all beers are $5 beer. Swing by anytime on a Monday and you’ll also find all bottles of wine marked half-off.
They don’t stop at drink specials, though!
Popular Happy Hour eats:
For more on North’s Happy Hour, visit northitaliarestaurant.com.
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The warmth and elegance of Owls Club doesn’t stop with their stained glass and chandeliers. They really raise the bar with their selection of whiskeys, wines, well-curated spirits, and modest beer program.
Their Happy Hour doesn’t disappoint either, offering discounted drinks such as $5 Old Fashioneds and Tom Collins.
For a look at their extensive drink menu and more, visit owlsclubwest.com.
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With no shortage of bacon and Louisiana flair, the Parish is a must.
The dark wood furniture, pink and black walls, dainty chandeliers, quirky paintings adorning the walls, and occasional live music maintain the lively vibe.
From 3 – 6 p.m. Tuesday to Friday, The Parish’s Happy Hour has $5 noshes, $4 drafts, and $2 off glasses of wine, Parish cocktails, and well drinks.
Popular noshes:
For more information, visit theparishtucson.com.
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Perche’ No — meaning why not? — has a Happy Hour on its food menu from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. and then again at 4 – 6 p.m. on Tuesday – Saturday. I mean, why the heck not, right? That’s a double whammy of Happy Hour, giving you more chances to catch some of their discounted bites.
Happy Hour highlights:
For more information, visit perchenobistro.com.
Postino’s features a variety of Arizona and Tucson craft beer and more than 30 wines by the glass.
They’ve got to have sweet Happy Hour specials, right?
Every day, they have the “$5 ’til 5 p.m.” deal featuring $5 glasses of wine and pitchers of beer. Now that they’re in the brunch game, you can snag that deal as early as 9 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.
Also, on Monday and Tuesday only, you can pick up a house bottle of a wine and bruschetta board for $25 after 8 p.m.
For more information, visit postinowinecafe.com.
Nestled in St. Phillip’s Plaza, Proof is a Happy Hour destination for the Foothills dwellers (we see you up there!).
From 3 – 6 p.m. daily, catch draft beer, prosecco, and house glasses of red or white wine for $5 along with discounted apps and $10 cheese or pepperoni pizzas.
For more information, visit prooftucson.com.
Available only in the lounge, PY’s Happy Hour runs Tuesday through Saturday from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Specials include $4 draft beers, select $7 whiskey and glasses of red or white wine, and $7 house cocktails. Baked or raw oysters, $2 each, are also part of their Happy Hour deal.
Happy Hour selections include:
For more information, visit casinodelsol.com.
Did you ever think you’d find a bar you really dig tucked away inside a hotel?
Red Light Lounge is conveniently housed in The Downtown Clifton, where both vibe and menus are curated with style.
Happy Hour happens daily from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Drink specials include $1 off drafts and wells along with $5 daquiris. Be sure to ask about the rotating Happy Hour food special, too, said to frequently make an appearance.
For more information, visit downtowntucsonhotel.com.
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If you haven’t been to Reforma yet, get going.
This south-of-the-border cuisine features plenty of Mexican classics while hosting a pretty sweet Happy Hour menu.
Every day from 3 to 6 p.m. Reforma has their “Hora Feliz” with $3 and $4 select draft and bottled beer, $6 house red or white wine, $6 house margs and micheladas, and much more.
Standout items:
For more information on happy hour at Reforma, visit reformatucson.com.
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From colorful glass windows to quirky zebra wallpaper, The Royal Room definitely has a vibe. And they mean business with their seasonally-changing menu of signature cocktails and daily Happy Hour deals.
Stop by from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. any day of the week and get $1 any bottled wine or draft beer pour. Not to mention $5 Old Fashioneds, margaritas, and draft red or white wine from open to close, daily.
Talk about getting treated like royalty.
Keep up with The Royal Room on Facebook.
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Snakes & Lattes is bringing the fun! With a concept centered around board games and making memories, there’s no way these guys could bypass Happy Hour.
Gather your pals and stop by from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. daily for $2 off all draft beer, signature cocktails, and appetizers.
Faves to flip a coin for:
It’s your move!
For more on Snakes & Lattes, visit snakesandlattes.com.
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Steak — that’s all you need to know. Unless you’re in for Sullivan’s Happy Hour.
Happy Hour is from Monday to Thursday from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m., featuring $7 craft cocktails, martinis, and bar bites. They’ve got a menu sure to impress.
Current favorites:
For more on Sullivan’s Happy Hour, visit sullivanssteakhouse.com.
At Time Market, they believe even simple food can be transformed with quality ingredients. They support that truth with the beers they have on deck.
Happy Hour runs 3 – 6 p.m. with $1 off all pints of beer. Stay tuned as they plan to reintroduce wine into the mix over the next few months.
For information, visit timemarket.xyz.
From 3 – 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, take $1 off all 16-ounce craft beers, well cocktails, and draft wine. All locations also offer a food menu with bites ranging from $5 to $10.
Trident Happy Hour Highlights:
For more information, visit tridentgrill.com.
With hand-crafted cocktails, over 30 beers on tap, and a menu featuring pork chops, pot pie, fish & chips, and chicken & waffles, it’s not unusual to find a crowd at Union, especially during Happy Hour.
Every day from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m., UPH’s “Social Hour” serves up great drinks and snacks like house-made pretzels, pub chips, and a variety of cocktails.
Favorites:
To find more about Union’s Happy Hour, visit uniontucson.com.
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Vero Amore broke ground in the Tucson pizza scene in 2006 and never looked back. With accolades as Authentic Neapolitan Pizzeria #250 worldwide and #28 in the United States, their authenticity is undeniable.
Catch their Happy Hour daily from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. With $1 off all appetizers, $2 off wines by the glass, $1 off all beer, $4 well drinks, and $6 sangria, you can’t go wrong.
Vero Amore HH favorites:
For more information, visit veroamorepizza.com.
Word is out about Villa Peru, and their Happy Hour specials are one of the reasons why.
The Happy Hour runs from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. from Monday through Friday and includes $2 off appetizers and Pisco as well as $1 off drafts.
Peruvian Happy Hour faves:
For more information, visit villaperutucson.com.
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Wildflower was the first of many restaurants opened by Fox Restaurant Concepts two decades ago. They are here to stay and charm locals with beautiful dishes using simple ingredients.
Enjoy 20% off drinks and appetizers when you join them for Happy Hour, offered Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. They also have half-priced bottles of wine on Tuesdays!
Go for the:
For more information, visit foxrc.com.
At Wild Garlic Grill, chef Steven Schultz lets garlic permeate the recipes with high-end extra-virgin olive oil, fresh herbs, and wine sauces. Despite Schultz’s refined culinary background, he’s passionate about having quality food accessible to everyone.
Happy Hour happens is honored from open to close Wednesday through Sunday, consisting of $1 off appetizers and drinks served at the bar.
Happy Hour favorites:
For information, visit wildgarlicgrill.com.
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Zinburger is an old-school burger joint with a twist.
While using only certified Angus, their assortment ranges from the Zinburger to the Bruce Lee burger, with shakes, salads, and sides also deserving of attention.
From 3 to 6 p.m. daily, they offer a feast of discounted items to craft your ultimate Zin experience. Drink deals include half-priced wine glasses and bottles, $3 draft pints, and $5 wells. Get your food on with $4 sides, $5 premium sides, $6 Zini burgers, and dessert options including $2 floats and $3 pie.
What are you waiting for?
Happy Hour items include:
For more information, visit zinburgeraz.com.
A modern themed Italian spot with artisan pizza and a vast wine selection, Zona 78 combines traditional dishes with unique ingredients giving patrons much to choose from.
They offer Happy Hour Monday through Saturday 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. and includes $5 off appetizers, $4 off all cocktails, $3 off any glass of wine, and $2 off draft beers.
Popular items:
For more information, visit zona78.com.
If we missed your favorite Happy Hour spot, let us know in the comments!
[This article was originally written in May 2015 and most recently updated on December 13, 2021.]