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Rudy's Bar & Grill, Hell's Kitchen, New York, happy hour venueinexpensiveFeaturedEditor's Pick

Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY • Hells Kitchen

★★★★⯪4.6 (6133)

Rudy's Bar & Grill

Rudy's is a New York legend since 1933. Famous for the cheapest beer in Manhattan and a free hot dog with every drink. An authentic dive bar experience.

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Luxury • 6133 reviews • Gritty & Authentic • Every day
Cuisine: Bar Food
  • $3 Rudy's Blonde | $5 Well Drinks | $7 Pitchers
  • FREE Hot Dog with Every Drink
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O'Hara's Restaurant and Pub, Financial District, New York, happy hour venueinexpensiveFeaturedEditor's Pick

Financial District, New York, NY • Financial District

★★★★⯪4.6 (5659)

O'Hara's Restaurant and Pub

Visit O'Hara's, a historic NYC Irish pub famous for its 9/11 tribute wall and authentic atmosphere. Enjoy affordable happy hour deals in the Financial District.

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Luxury • 5659 reviews • Authentic & Emotional
Cuisine: Irish, American
  • $5 Domestic Drafts, $6 Well Drinks, $7 House Wine
  • Discounted Pub Sliders, $8 Wings
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Whiskey Tavern, Chinatown, New York, happy hour venueinexpensiveEditor's Pick

Chinatown, New York, NY • Chinatown

★★★★⯪4.6 (2218)

Whiskey Tavern

Whiskey Tavern offers a legendary neighborhood atmosphere near the courts. Enjoy great whiskey, sports on TV, and amazing happy hour deals in NYC.

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Luxury • 2218 reviews • Friendly & Boisterous
Cuisine: Bar Food, American
  • $2 Off All Drinks | $5 Whiskey Shots
  • Discounted Wings & Tater Tots
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Nancy Whiskey Pub, Tribeca, New York, happy hour venueinexpensiveEditor's Pick

Tribeca, New York, NY • Tribeca

★★★★⯪4.5 (1053)

Nancy Whiskey Pub

Nancy Whiskey Pub has been a Tribeca staple since 1967. Famous for its old-school vibe, competitive shuffleboard, and the best whiskey prices in the neighborho…

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Luxury • 1053 reviews • Gritty & Old-School
Cuisine: American, Pub Fare
  • $6 Drafts | $5 Well Whiskey | $7 Wine
  • $8 Wings | $10 Burgers | FREE Shuffleboard
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Milady's, SoHo, New York, happy hour venuemoderateEditor's Pick

SoHo, New York, NY • Soho

★★★★⯪4.5 (276)

Milady's

Milady's is back in SoHo! Enjoy world-class martinis, nostalgic bar snacks, and the best neighborhood vibe in Manhattan during our daily happy hour.

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Luxury • 276 reviews • Nostalgic & Fun
Cuisine: American, Bar Food
  • $12 House Martinis | $7 Beer | $9 Wine
  • Discounted Bar Snacks & Burgers
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Barcelona Bar, Midtown West, New York, happy hour venuemoderateEditor's Pick

Midtown West, New York, NY • Midtown West

★★★★⯪4.5 (833)

Barcelona Bar

Barcelona Bar is Midtown's home of the novelty shot. From Harry Potter to Star Wars themed shots with costumes, it's a one-of-a-kind theatrical bar experience.

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Luxury • 833 reviews • Theatrical & Quirky
Cuisine: None (Bar Only)
  • $6 Well Drinks | $5 Beers | $4 Novelty Shots
  • No Kitchen (Outside Food Welcome)
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Verlaine, Lower East Side, New York, happy hour venuemoderateFeaturedEditor's Pick● LIVE

Lower East Side, New York, NY • Lower East Side

★★★★☆4.4 (1142)

Verlaine

Verlaine is a Lower East Side institution, world-famous for its $8 Lychee Martinis and one of the longest daily happy hours in Manhattan.

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Luxury • 1142 reviews • Sleek & Energetic • Every day
Cuisine: Asian Fusion, Tapas
  • $8 Lychee Martinis | $8 Sangria | $6 Beer
  • $10 Asian Tapas | $12 Skewers
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The Irish American Pub, Financial District, New York, happy hour venuemoderateEditor's Pick

Financial District, New York, NY • Financial District

★★★★☆4.4 (2224)

The Irish American Pub

Experience a homey tavern vibe at The Irish American Pub. Perfect for watching the game, enjoying authentic Irish fare, and scoring the best drink deals in FiD…

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Luxury • 2224 reviews • Homey & Energetic
Cuisine: Irish, American
  • $5 Beer Cans | $7 Drafts | $8 Well Drinks
  • $10 Flatbreads | $12 Wings & Fries
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d.b.a., East Village, New York, happy hour venueinexpensiveEditor's Pick

East Village, New York, NY • East Village

★★★★☆4.4 (745)

d.b.a.

d.b.a. is an East Village institution known for its massive craft beer list, extensive bourbon selection, and the best backyard garden in the neighborhood.

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Luxury • 745 reviews • Unpretentious & Rustic • Every day
Cuisine: Bar Food (External)
  • $2 Off All Drafts | $6 Well Drinks | $8 Select Bourbons
  • Outside Food Welcome (No Kitchen)
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Down the Hatch, Greenwich Village, New York, happy hour venueinexpensiveEditor's Pick● LIVE

Greenwich Village, New York, NY • Greenwich Village

★★★★☆4.3 (1485)

Down the Hatch

Down the Hatch is a legendary Greenwich Village basement bar. Famous for half-price happy hours and 'Atomic Wings,' it's the ultimate spot for sports and cheap…

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Luxury • 1485 reviews • Rowdy & High-Energy • Every day
Cuisine: Bar & Grill, American
  • Half-Price All Drinks | $5 Atomic Wings
  • Half-Price Bar Food Menu
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Cornerstone Tavern, Midtown East, New York, happy hour venuemoderateEditor's Pick

Midtown East, New York, NY • Midtown East

★★★★☆4.3 (792)

Cornerstone Tavern

Enjoy one of NYC's longest happy hours at Cornerstone Tavern. Midtown East's favorite spot for sports, karaoke, and delicious American pub fare.

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Luxury • 792 reviews • Energetic & Friendly • Every day
Cuisine: American, Pub Fare
  • $6 Draft Beer | $7 Well Drinks | $8 Wine
  • $10 Nachos | $10 Wings | $12 Sliders
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The Library, East Village, New York, happy hour venueinexpensiveEditor's Pick● LIVE

East Village, New York, NY • East Village

★★★★☆4.3 (701)

The Library

The Library is an East Village icon for those who love books and beer. A cozy, unpretentious sanctuary with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and great drink deals.

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Luxury • 701 reviews • Dark & Cozy • Every day
Cuisine: None (Bar Only)
  • $2 Off All Drinks | $6 Well Drinks | $7 Wine
  • No Kitchen (Outside Food Welcome)
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Botanica Bar, Nolita, New York, happy hour venueinexpensiveEditor's Pick● LIVE

Nolita, New York, NY • Nolita

★★★★☆4.3 (557)

Botanica Bar

Located on Houston St, Botanica Bar is a legendary basement dive. Known for its dark, eclectic vibe and the best drink deals in Nolita/SoHo.

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Luxury • 557 reviews • Dark & Eclectic • Every day
Cuisine: None (Bar Only)
  • $5 PBR & Shot | $6 Select Drafts | $8 Well Drinks
  • No Kitchen (Outside Food Welcome)
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Nassau Bar, Financial District, New York, happy hour venueinexpensiveEditor's Pick

Financial District, New York, NY • Financial District

★★★★☆4.3 (389)

Nassau Bar

Nassau Bar is a Financial District staple for those looking for a no-frills, kitschy dive bar experience. Famous for cheap beer and shot specials.

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Luxury • 389 reviews • Quirky & Unpretentious
Cuisine: None (Bar Only)
  • $6 PBR & Shot | $7 Well Drinks | $5 Domestic Bottles
  • No Kitchen (Outside Food Welcome)
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Clinton Hall, Financial District, New York, happy hour venuemoderateFeaturedEditor's Pick

Financial District, New York, NY • Financial District

★★★★☆4.2 (1918)

Clinton Hall

Clinton Hall is the Financial District's premier adult playground. Featuring a massive craft beer list, award-winning burgers, and giant outdoor games.

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Luxury • 1918 reviews • Industrial & Lively
Cuisine: American, Gastropub
  • $2 Off All Drafts | $7 Well Drinks | $8 Wine
  • $10 Giant Pretzels | $12 Sliders | $8 Wings
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Loreley Beer Garden, Lower East Side, New York, happy hour venuemoderateFeaturedEditor's Pick

Lower East Side, New York, NY • Lower East Side

★★★★☆4.2 (1987)

Loreley Beer Garden

Loreley Beer Garden is the first of its kind in NYC, offering an authentic German beer garden experience with a heated outdoor terrace and traditional fare.

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Luxury • 1987 reviews • Festive & Communal
Cuisine: German, American
  • $2 Off All Beer | $10 Wine | $10 Sangria
  • $2 Off All Appetizers | $12 Giant Pretzel
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Off the Wagon, Greenwich Village, New York, happy hour venueinexpensiveEditor's Pick● LIVE

Greenwich Village, New York, NY • Greenwich Village

★★★★☆4.2 (1772)

Off the Wagon

Join the party at Off the Wagon on MacDougal Street. Famous for half-price happy hours every day and the most energetic gameday atmosphere in the Village.

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Luxury • 1772 reviews • Rowdy & Fun • Every day
Cuisine: Bar & Grill, American
  • Half-Price All Drinks | $5 Pitchers (Special Days)
  • Half-Price Bar Food Menu
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169 Bar, Lower East Side, New York, happy hour venueinexpensiveEditor's Pick

Lower East Side, New York, NY • Lower East Side

★★★★☆4.1 (1250)

169 Bar

169 Bar is a Lower East Side legend since 1916. Famous for its funky decor, disco ball, jazz roots, and some of the cheapest drinks and food in Manhattan.

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Luxury • 1250 reviews • Funky & Boisterous • Every day
Cuisine: American, Creole
  • $3 PBR | $5 Shot & Beer | $9 Specialty Cocktails
  • $2 Dumplings | $5 Po' Boys | $4 Oysters (Special)
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Kenn's Broome Street Bar, SoHo, New York, happy hour venuemoderateEditor's Pick

SoHo, New York, NY • Soho

★★★★☆4.1 (1401)

Kenn's Broome Street Bar

A cornerstone of SoHo culture for over 50 years, Broome Street Bar remains the neighborhood's most unpretentious sanctuary for a burger and a beer.

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Luxury • 1401 reviews • Relaxed & Nostalgic
Cuisine: American, Bar & Grill
  • $6 Draft Beers | $8 Well Drinks | $8 House Wine
  • $10 Burger on Pita | $8 Chicken Wings
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New York Happy Hour Market Snapshot

97 Verified Venues
4.4/5 Avg. Rating
5 Rooftop Bars
15 Budget Picks

The hospitality landscape in New York has developed into a highly competitive market for social specials, with 97 verified venues currently offering curated happy hour programs. Data suggests that sports-centric venues dominate the New York market, especially when major local events coincide with happy hour times.

By comparing 97 different venues, we’ve identified that New York consistently over-delivers on service quality and atmosphere.

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What time do happy hours typically start in this city?

Most happy hours start between 4-7 PM on weekdays. Popular downtown and business district spots often begin at 3 PM or 4 PM, while neighborhood venues may start later.

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Weekdays typically offer the best deals, especially Tuesday-Thursday. Fridays can be busier with slightly higher prices, while weekends may have limited or different happy hour offerings.

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