Austin's happiest hours start here. From neighborhood patios to craft cocktail bars, Austin knows how to unwind in style. Whether you're chasing half-price martinis, wood-fired pizza, or an easy beer with friends, we've gathered some of our favorite local spots offering great deals and even better vibes — including a few exciting new openings on the East Side. Explore, sip, and discover your next favorite hangout.

East Side Favorites

Bar Toti New

2113 Manor Rd · Website

A lively neighborhood bistro from the chefs behind Este and Suerte, blending Spanish, French, and Mexican bar culture — and home to one of the best smash burgers in town.

Happy Hour 🍔

Sun–Thu 5–6 PM · Mondays all night

  • Half-off La Smashburgesa
  • $2 off aperitivos & signature cocktails
  • $2 off wine by the glass
  • Half-off bottles of wine on Tuesdays

Second Bar + Kitchen New

1108 E 6th St (East Austin Hotel) · Website

The East Austin Hotel outpost of an Austin classic — seasonal New American plates, a rooftop pool scene, and one of the most generous happy-hour windows downtown.

Happy Hour 🍸

All-day daily (9 AM–8 PM) · Rooftop reverse HH Fri–Sat 9–11 PM

  • $5 margaritas (just say "Raymond sent ya")
  • $5 off pizzas
  • $5 off signature cocktails & house wine by the glass
  • $5 off classic lagers
Licha's Cantina in Austin

Licha's Cantina

1306 E 6th St · Website

Beloved East 6th Mexican cantina with a lively patio and excellent margaritas.

Happy Hour

Tue–Fri 4–6 PM

  • $8 cocktails & small bites
  • $12 32oz beers
  • Margarita & cantina snack specials
Launderette in Austin

Launderette

2115 Holly St · Website

A beautifully designed East Austin favorite serving elevated American dishes.

Happy Hour

Mon–Fri 5–6 PM

  • Half off cocktails & wines by the glass
  • $5 off appetizers
  • $5 off their famous burger
  • Mondays: 50% off bottles of wine all day
Bufalina in Austin

Bufalina

2215 E Cesar Chavez St · Website

Neapolitan pizza + excellent wine in a cozy East Side space.

Happy Hour

Daily 4–5:30 PM

  • Half off pizzas
  • Half off bottles of wine under $100
  • $6 house wine pours
Este in Austin

Este

2113 Manor Rd · Website

Mexican seafood with one of the strongest happy hours in East Austin.

Happy Hour 🐟

Mon–Thu 5–6 PM · Fri–Sun 12–5 PM

  • $10 margaritas
  • 25% off bottles of wine
  • $25 off seafood tower · $15 off platters
  • 50¢ off oysters

Hank's

5811 Berkman Dr · Website

Neighborhood favorite with frozen cocktails, wine, and comfort food.

Happy Hour

Daily 3–6:30 PM

  • $1 off beer
  • $9 frozen & tap cocktails
  • $8 tap wine
  • $3 off appetizers
Fish Shop in Austin

Fish Shop

1401 E 6th St · Website

Neighborhood seafood bar with oysters, martinis, burgers, and towers.

Happy Hour

Weekdays 4–5 PM

  • $2 oysters
  • $12 Le Beef Burger · $12 Filet O' Fish Shop
  • $7 house martinis · $6 house wine

The Wheel

1902 E MLK Blvd · Website

Laid-back East MLK bar with rotating whiskey + great beer specials.

Happy Hour

Mon–Fri 4–7 PM

  • $3.50 Tall Boys · $3 Wells
  • $1 off Whiskey of the Day
  • $8 Molly · $8 Layla · $8 Lyllian

Suerte

1800 E 6th St · Website

James Beard-nominated East Austin gem with house-made tortillas and creative Mexican fare.

Happy Hour

Tue–Fri 5–6 PM

  • $9 margaritas & mezcal cocktails
  • $7 beer & wine
  • Select snacks at bar prices

Intero

2612 E Cesar Chavez St · Website

Intimate Italian spot with house-made pastas and an excellent wine program.

Happy Hour

Tue–Fri 5–6 PM

  • $10 cocktails
  • $8 wines by the glass
  • $5 off select antipasti

Ah Sing Den

1100 E 6th St · Website

Moody cocktail bar with Asian-inspired drinks and a killer rooftop.

Happy Hour

Mon–Fri 4–6 PM

  • $10 select cocktails
  • $6 beer & wine
  • $8 snacks

Best of Austin

Clark's Oyster Bar

1200 W 6th St · Website

Seafood staple with a classic raw bar, tight martini list, and breezy patio vibes.

Happy Hour

Mon–Fri 3–5 PM

  • Half-off burgers & martinis
  • 50¢ off oysters
  • $5 oyster shooters
drink.well. in Austin

drink.well.

207 E 53rd St · Website

Cozy North Loop cocktail bar with award-winning drinks and serious bar snacks.

Happy Hour

Mon–Fri open–5:30 PM

  • Discounted classic cocktails
  • 25% off bottles of wine
  • $2 off bar snacks & shareables

El Raval

1500 S Lamar Blvd · Website

Barcelona-inspired tapas with North African and Asian influences and strong sangria.

Happy Hour

Weekdays 5–6 PM · Mondays all night

  • $1 off beers
  • $10 sangria · $8 wine
  • Discounted snacks and small plates
Odd Duck in Austin

Odd Duck

1201 S Lamar Blvd · Website

Beloved farm-to-table restaurant known for creative, locally driven small plates.

Happy Hour 🍸🍷🥖🍲

Sun–Thu 4:30–5:30 PM

  • $9 Draft Frescas
  • 25% off bottles of wine (under $100)
  • 25% off large-format beer
  • $1 off all beer
Péché in Austin

Péché

208 W 4th St · Website

Absinthe-focused cocktail bar with French bistro plates and old-school downtown charm.

Happy Hour

Tue–Fri 5–7 PM · Sun–Mon all night

  • $6 classic cocktails
  • Half-off select small plates

Hungry for More?

This Happy Hour Guide is just one part of how we help clients explore Austin. Check out our full Austin Restaurant Guide for more places to eat and drink across the city — plus seasonal features like our favorite holiday cocktails and cozy winter spots. You can also browse all our Austin neighborhood guides.

Explore the Austin Restaurant Guide

Happy hour details are subject to change — always confirm with the venue before you go. Guide last updated: June 2026.

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