Oh the joy of cheaper drinks.
If you find yourself wanting to quench your thirst at a value while enjoying some delicious eats, check out our picks for killer happy hour specials all week long.
Agustín Kitchen
100 S. Avenida del Convento Suite #150
Pom Sour at Agustin (Credit: Agustin Kitchen)
With $5 wine glasses, $3.50 craft beers and $5 cocktails, Agustín Kitchen offers a happy hour for fans of upscale appetizers and drink combinations. From 3 to 6pm daily and 10pm to midnight on Friday & Saturday, award-winning bar manager Ciaran Wiese uses unique ingredients like pomegranate vinegar and rhubarb infused gin to separate from the crowd. Favorites include:
Steamed Santa Barbara Mussels ($6.50) – Served with garlic, butter, white wine broth, Alaska spices
Crispy Calamari ($6) – Gunslinger hot sauce, peppers, onions, cilantro
Chef’s Pom Sour ($5) – Tequila, pomegranate, house triple sec, fresh lime, pomegranate balsamic vinegar
For more information regarding happy hour items and pricing, visit agustinkitchen.com.
Barrio Brewing Co.
800 E. 16th St.
Hola Hefeweizen from Barrio (Credit: Barrio Brewing)
Barrio Brewing has become a local favorite for helping put Tucson beer on the map. They also offer really tasty food as well to pair with a great happy hour. Monday through Friday 3 to 7pm, Barrio features half priced appetizers and $1 off wine glasses, cocktails and draft beers – which they’ve got a lot off. With sandwiches, burgers, salads and more, Barrio is more than just a brewery. Standout options:
Beer Sponges ($2.25) – Two big, homemade pretzels, served with Barrio’s own nuclear beer mustard
Nachos ($4.75) – Homemade tortilla chips under tomatoes, green chili, black beans and topped with Monterey jack and cheddar cheeses, served with house salsa
Barrio Rojo, Barrio Blanco, Hefeweizen, Mocha Java Stout & Barrio Blonde are some options on tap
For more on Barrio’s happy hour, please visit barriobrewing.com.
Barrio Cuisine
188 E. Broadway Blvd
Old Tucson Tacos (Credit: Barrio Cuisine)
Barrio Cuisine is a modern Native American tapas joint that offers a Native American and Mexican fusion menu with items such as their Old Tucson beef tacos and bistro enchiladas. Barrio’s happy hour is Tuesday through Saturday 3 to 6pm with $2 off tapas, $3 select draughts, $3 bottled beers, $4 premium cocktails, $5 select wines and $6 Barrio wraps. Top choices:
Yaqui Burger Wrap ($6) – Fry bread, ground beef, chorizo, lettuce, tomato, pickled red onion, roasted Anaheim aioli
Tostadas de Jaiba ($6) – Corn tostadas, Chilean crab meat, cilantro aioli, pico de gallo, avocado
Barrio Chelada ($4) – Cucumber, Serrano and lime with peppered Clamato, topped with imported Indio beer, a cucumber ribbon, sea salt and chili lime dust
For more on Barrio’s happy hour, please visit barriocuisine.com.
Blanco Tacos + Tequila
2905 E. Skyline Dr.
Tacos at Blanco (Credit: Blanco)
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 to 6pm daily, Blanco features $5 margaritas and wine glasses, $4 sangrias and tortas, $3 tacos, nachos, quesadillas, and beers. Favorites include:
Nachos ($3) – House chips, queso blanco, pico de gallo, black beans, cilantro, sour cream with cotija cheese
Crispy Shrimp “Po Boy” ($4) – Chipotle mayo, pickled Fresno chili and green cabbage slaw
Oaxacan Shandy ($5) – Jose Cuervo Silver, Solerno Liqueur, pineapple, cilantro, Tecate Lager
For more information regarding Blanco, visit foxrc.com/blanco-tacos-tequila.
Boca Tacos y Tequila
828 E. Speedway Blvd.
Tequila & fixings at Boca
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 3 to 6pm daily, Boca offers $1 PBR’s, $1.50 Carne Asada tacos, $2 tequila shots, $4 chips & salsas, $4 craft beers and $5 margs. They feature a rotating margarita menu with fruit mixes and a number of tequilas, while carrying 30 varieties of craft beer. Tacos include:
Carne Asada Taco ($1.50) – Chopped steak, guac, cabbage, variety of salsas on choice of flour and corn tortillas, or cabbage wrap
Pabst Blue Ribbon ($1), Tequila shots ($2), Chips & salsa ($4), Craft beers ($4), Margaritas ($5)
For more on Boca’s happy hour, visit bocatacos.com.
Cafe a La C’Art
150 N. Main Ave
Strawberry Jalapeño Lemonade, Smirnoff & Club Soda (Credit: Cafe a La C’Art)
Cafe a La C’Art is a French-American bistro located Downtown with a delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as brunch on weekends. They also have a great happy hour should you be in the mood. From 4 to 6pm Wednesday through Sunday, the cafe features an entire menu with $5 appetizers, $3 select beers, $4 wine glasses, and $5 select cocktails. From seared duck breast to braised lamb shank, happy hour isn’t the only reason to stop by. Featured items:
Steamed Mussels ($5) – With basil, red peppers, red curry, coconut milk, carrot, red onion, white wine
Fried Avocado ($5) – Panko crusted and served with chipotle aioli
Las Palomas ($9) – El Jimador Reposado tequila, lime juice, grapefruit juice, pomegranate juice, with a salted rim
For more information, please visit cafealacarttucson.com.
The Canyon’s Crown
6958 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ
Pub footballs at Canyon’s Crown (Credit: The Canyon’s Crown)
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 4 to 7pm daily and features $1 off all beer, wine glasses, cocktails and snacks, and $2 off starters. Favorites:
Pub Footballs ($6.50) – Jalapeños stuffed with smoked shrimp cream cheese, wrapped with bacon and drizzled with honey soy sauce
Scotch Eggs ($6.25) – Hardboiled eggs wrapped in breakfast sausage covered in breadcrumbs and fried. Served with spicy English mustard or honey mustard
Top Shelf Tea ($6.00) – Belvedere Citrus, 10 Cane rum, Bombay Sapphire, Cointreau, sweet and sour with a splash of Pepsi
For more regarding The Canyon’s Crown, visit canyonscrown.com.
Dante’s Fire
2526 E. Grant Rd.
Charcuterie Plate from Dante’s Fire
Dante’s is known for taking classic dishes and added its own unique twist. Happy hour is no different. From 4 to 7pm and 11pm to close daily, they offer $1 off specialty cocktails, $3 bottled beers, $4 drafts, $5 house wines and $7 premium beer selections. In addition, 7 menu items are $7 until 7pm. Dante’s also serves happy hour all day Sunday. Standout choices:
Truffled Tomato Burrata ($7) – Burrata cheese, balsamic vinegar, smoked sea salt, olive oil, shaved black truffle
Thai Curry Shrimp ($7) – Comes with jasmine rice, tomatoes, basil cucumber, curry
Dante’s Inferno ($6) – Habanero cilantro tequila, Cointreau, Sriracha, fresh sour and house made Bloody Mary mix
For more on Dante’s drink and dining specials, please visit dantesfireaz.com.
Downtown Kitchen + Cocktails
135 S. 6th Ave
Oaxacan Dream at Downtown Kitchen + Cocktails
Downtown is another popular restaurant with fusion tastes from around the globe. North African braised lamb shank and Seared Cod Veracruzana are just two dishes sure to make you stop by even when it isn’t happy hour. Their happy hour is offered daily from 4 to 6pm with $2.50 drafts, $5 house red and white wines, $4.50 select cocktails and an entire menu to boot. Specials include:
Oaxaca Fries w. Mole ($5) – Served with roast pork, queso Oaxaca, scallions
Downtown Burger ($7) – House made with mushrooms, foie gras, Manchego cheese, bacon, caramelized onion on a torta bun and fries
Cuban Sunset ($4.50) – Habañero infused vodka, passionfruit juice, simple syrup, cilantro garnish
Visit downtownkitchen.com‘s happy hour menu for more information.
Elliott’s On Congress
135 E. Congress St.
Duck slider at Elliott’s (Credit: avlxyz/Flickr)
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 has happy hour from 4 to 7pm daily, with $3 house infused vodkas, $3 for all beer selections, $2 cocktails and $1 off all wines. Featured items:
Two Duck Sliders ($5) – Shredded duck sliders on brioche buns with onion crisps and choice of orange-chili or chipotle BBQ sauce
Jalapeño Vodka-Rita ($3) – Jalapeño vodka, lime, triple-sec, sweet & sour mix, agave nectar and a splash of O.J.
Key Lime Pie ($3) – Martini with Irish cream, key lime vodka, Pinnacle Marshmallow vodka, with a graham cracker crust
For more about Elliott’s On Congress, visit elliottsoncongress.com.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
6360 N. Campbell Ave
Rye Whiskey Sour from Fleming’s (Credit: Fleming’s Steakhouse)
This Foothills steakhouse is an upscale option if you’d like to treat yourself after an exhausting day. Their 5 for $6 ’til 7 and 8 for $9 ’til 10 menus are cool ways to switch things up. The 5 cocktails, 5 wines and 5 appetizers at $6 each is a great option if you’re with friends, or just want to sample some offerings. Highlighted items:
Blueberry Lemon Drop – Pinnacle blueberry vodka, candied lemon, fresh blueberry
Peach Harvest Mule – Svedka peach vodka, Fever Tree ginger beer, stone fruit, ginger spice
Roasted Butternut Squash Ravioli – Parmesan, ricotta and mascarpone cheeses, with fennel cream sauce
For more on Fleming’s happy hour specials, visit flemingssteakhouse.com.
Harvest Restaurant
10355 N. La Cañada Dr.
Charcuterie board from Harvest (Credit: Harvest)
With a focus on fresh, Harvest has lunch and dinner menus chalk full of delicious dishes. Happy hour is 3 to 6pm and 8pm to close daily, with half priced cocktails, $6 appetizers, $2 off beers and $2 off wine glasses. Their BBQ Pulled Pork sliders and variety of burgers and sandwiches are just a couple of reasons to visit if you haven’t already. Noteworthy items:
Greek Tacos ($6) – Grass-fed lamb in a grilled pita with tzatziki, tomatoes, lettuce, red onion, feta cheese
Honey Lick ($4.50) – Gin, Sonoran honey, fresh lemon juice, with a honey rim
Southern Sour ($4.50) – Whiskey bourbon, sweet & sour mix, hint of jalapeño, red wine float
To learn more about Harvest’s happy hour, visit harvestov.com.
Maynards Market & Kitchen
400 N. Toole Ave
Pizzettes from Maynards (Credit: Maynards Market)
I don’t need to say much to get you through the doors at Maynards. What’s a bit more unknown about the Downtown eatery is how great Maynard’s happy hour is. From 4 to 8pm Monday through Saturday, they feature a menu full of appetizers, pizzettes, cocktails, wines, and craft beer selections. Happy hour favorites include:
Steak Tartare ($7) – Chopped strip sirloin, house made potato chips, dressed watercress
Four Cheese Pizzette ($7) – Mozzarella, goat cheese, bleu cheese, Grana Padano
La Poire ($10) – Grey Goose pear vodka, Grand Marnier, Belle de Brillet Pear Cognac, lemon juice
For more information, visit their happy hour menu at maynardstucson.com.
North Italia
2995 E. Skyline Dr.
Bruschetta (Credit: cyclonebill/Flickr)
North Italia, or simply North, is a classic Italian eatery with delicious pizza, pasta, salads, appetizers and drinks. Their happy hour, from 3 to 6pm Monday through Friday and all day Sunday, consists of $4 wine glasses, $16 sangria pitchers, $4 pints, $5 bruschettas, $8 daily or margarita pizzas, $10 Chef’s boards and a $20 Bottle and Board special. They also offer half off wine bottles on Sunday as well. Popular items:
Bruschetta ($5) – With choice of prosciutto, tomato or goat cheese
Bottle & Board ($20) – Choose from pizza, bruschetta or chef’s board (meats, cheeses, olives), with a bottle of red or white wine
Barrio’s Tucson Blonde & Dragoon’s IPA ($4)
For more on North’s happy hour, visit northitaliarestaurant.com.
Nox Kitchen & Cocktails
6370 N. Campbell Ave
Tacos at Nox (Credit: Nox Kitchen & Cocktails)
Nox is a foodie friendly restaurant that caters to the palate of just about any taste. Nox’s happy hour is Monday through Friday 3 to 6pm and all day Sunday, while hosting several tasty appetizers from their Nox wings and ahi tacos to salmon cakes and spicy rock shrimp. The drink menu isn’t something to be scoffed at either. Several standouts:
Roasted Street Corn ($6) – Off cob with queso fresco, chipotle aioli, lime and tortilla chips
Sol Elixer ($6) – Kru organic cucumber vodka, lime, sugar-free simple syrup
Floradorita ($7) – Gin, lemon, ginger, raspberry, champagne
For more information regarding Nox Kitchen, visit noxtucson.com.
The Parish
6453 N. Oracle Rd.
Bacon popcorn from Parish (Credit: The Parish)
Parish has a menu that closes the Tucson and New Orleans gap. From crawfish hushpuppies to fresh gulf oysters, this place screams down home cooking. It also screams of a great happy hour. From 3 to 6pm Monday to Friday, The Parish offers $3 cocktails and drafts, $4 house wine glasses, $6 specialty cocktails and $5 snacks. Popular options:
Hushpuppies ($5) – Sweet & spicy and fried to perfection with green onion dipping sauce
La Verdad ($6) – House infused cucumber tequila, agave nectar, fresh lime juice, ginger ale
Señor Leon ($6) – House infused banana pepper vodka, fresh lime juice, agave nectar
For information on Parish’s happy hour, please visit theparishtucson.com.
Pasco Kitchen & Lounge
820 E. University Blvd.
Chicken & Veggie Flatbread (Credit: stu_spivack/Flickr)
Located on University, Pasco is a go-to spot when you’re near UA’s campus and want a different experience. Pasco’s happy hour happens daily from 3 to 6pm and features made to order specialty drinks and starters that will leave you wanting seconds. Highlighted items:
BBQ Grilled Chicken Flatbread ($5) – Organic flour flatbread, Mexican cheese, Ancho chile BBQ sauce, stewed chicken, roasted jalapeños
The Roasted Rickey ($5) – Roasted chili infused gin, freshly muddled cilantro, house made sweet and sour mix
Hemingway ($5) – Cubano white rum, fresh lime, house made grapefruit jam, Luxardo Maraschino liqueur
To find more regarding Pasco’s happy hour deals, visit pascokitchen.com.
Playground Bar & Lounge
278 E. Congress St.
Veggie Nachos at Playground
Located on Congress, Playground hosts its fair share of happy hour seekers. From 4 to 7pm daily, Playground features $3 cocktails, $3 for all draft selections, and $3 off appetizers. Several happy hour items include:
Glory Curds ($6) – Fresh cheddar curds crisped and served with Sriracha ketchup
Veggie Nachos ($6) – Green & yellow squash, tomato, red onion, corn, adobo beans, nacho cheese, queso fresco
Prime Fries ($10) – Prime rib, caramelized onions, cheese sauce over french fries
For more information, please visit playgroundtucson.com.
Poppy Kitchen
3770 E. Sunrise Dr.
Chicken wings with Scallion dressing & Serrano hot sauce from Poppy Kitchen
Poppy Kitchen on Sunrise sports a diverse menu with several cornerstone dishes such as pot roast and seafood gumbo, to pair with a kickin’ happy hour. From 3:30 to 6:30pm Monday through Friday and Saturdays 10:30 to 6:30pm, Poppy offers half off beers and cocktails, $3 off appetizers, plus games like Shuffleboard and Cornhole. Noteworthy items:
Duck Confit Tacos ($7) – Three tacos with red chili and blackberry lime relish stuffed in corn tortillas
Kung Pao Chicken Wings ($8) – Orange honey glazed, bell peppers, daikon radish sprouts, roasted peanuts, Sriracha
The Little Piggy ($5) – Cinnamon infused whiskey, apple, honey simple syrup, fresh lemon
For more on Poppy Kitchen, go to poppykitchentucson.com.
Proper
300 E. Congress St.
House Board at Proper (Credit: Proper)
Proper on Congress has always been a great brunch spot; now they’ve gotten serious with happy hour. You can join them seven days a week from 3 to 6pm and 10pm to close for $2 off all cocktails, craft beers, wines and everything from their Bites menu. Mixing that with an outdoor patio area makes it a no-brainer come Springtime. Standout options:
Ricotta Gnocchi ($8) – With local oyster mushrooms from Maggie’s, arugula, shallot, creme fraiche, lemon oil
Bocadillo Jamón ($6) – Serrano ham, garlic aioli, shaved manchego cheese, watercress
The Morrigan ($7) – A champagne cocktail with Cruzan Light rum, blackberry cordial liqueur, ginger, star anise
For more information, visit propertucson.com.
Reforma Cocina y Cantina
4310 N. Campbell Ave
Tacos at Reforma
If you haven’t been to Reforma yet, you should be kicking yourself. But wait, there’s hope. This south of the border cuisine features plenty of Mexican classics, while hosting a pretty sweet happy hour menu. Everyday from 3 to 6pm and 10 to 11pm, Reforma has their “Hora Feliz” with beers, margs, snacks, tacos, and more. Standout items:
Nixtamal Quesadilla ($6) – Longaniza chorizo, potato, queso fresco in a corn tortilla
Vampiro ($6) – Jose Cuervo Tradicional Silver, housemade sangrita, fresh lime juice, salt, grapefruit soda
Sangria Roja/Blanca ($6) – House red or white wine, brandy, marinated fresh fruit
For more information on happy hour at Reforma, visit reformatucson.com.
Reilly Craft Pizza & Beer
101 E. Pennington St.
Tough Luck Cup at Reilly Basement Bar (aka Tough Luck Club)
Reilly’s has a menu full of delicious entrees from their Pappardelle, an oxtail pasta dish, to their Cavatelli with fennel sausage and braised kale. They also house terrific happy hour specials. From 3 to 6pm Monday through Friday, they offer $1 off all beers, $5 house wines and $6 mini pizzas (which they clearly known). Popular items:
Yukon Gold Potato ($6) – Mozzarella and pecorino cheeses, roasted garlic, rosemary
Arugula & Prosciutto ($6) – With mozzarella and fontina cheeses
Stronghold Session & Ojo Blanco ($4/pint) – Dragoon Brewing Co.
For more regarding Reilly’s happy hour, visit reillypizza.com.
Sir Veza’s Taco Garage
4699 E. Speedway Blvd & 220 W. Wetmore Rd.
Tacos from Sir Veza’s (Credit: Sir Veza’s Taco Garage)
Sir Veza’s is known for their tacos while also serving up great Mexican-American cuisine. Their happy hour is 3 to 6pm and 9pm to close everyday, and all day Sundays. They feature $3 draft pints, $3 stock margs, $3 cocktails, $3 house wine glasses and $6 off all beer pitchers. They also have a $5 “Buck Bets” menu with items such as chipotle quesadillas and diablo chicken sliders. Popular items:
Prickly Pear BBQ Sliders ($5) – Slow cooked pork carnitas, local prickly pear BBQ sauce, house made slaw
Sting Rays ($5) – Jalapeño cream cheese stuffed pacifico battered chiles with applewood bacon and soy sauce
Super Stock Fruit Margarita ($3) – Silver tequila, fresh lime, natural citrus, choice of strawberry, mango and mixed berry
For more information regarding Sir Veza’s, visit sirvezas.com.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
1785 E. River Rd.
Martinis from Sullivan’s (Credit: Sullivan’s)
Steak. That’s all you need to know. Unless you come for Sullivan’s happy hour, one of the longer happy hours on the list. Offered only Wednesday and Thursday but from 4pm to close, Sullivan’s happy hour features $7 signature drinks and bar menu items. From ahi tuna nachos to cheesesteak eggrolls, they’ve got a menu sure to impress. Favorites:
Steak Flatbread – With blue cheese, cherry peppers, mozzarella, balsamic glazed onions
Raspberry Peach Bellini – Raspberry peach Grand Marnier, sparkling wine, raspberry and peach puree
Asian Plum Martini – Pearl plum vodka, Domaine de Canton ginger liqueur, house made lemon sour
For more on Sullivan’s happy hour, visit sullivanssteakhouse.com.
Union Public House
4340 N. Campbell Ave
Pretzels at Union Public House
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. Everyday from 4 to 7pm and 12 to 1am, UPH’s “Social Hour” serves up great drinks and snacks like house made pretzels, pub chips and a variety of cocktails. Favorites:
Pub Chips ($5) – Potato crisps with blue cheese, pork belly, chives, mornay sauce
Mac & Cheese ($5) – Baked cavatappi, leek crema, white cheddar, black pepper crust
Moscow Mule ($6) – Smirnoff vodka, ginger beer, lime
To find more about Union’s happy hour, visit uniontucson.com.
Zinburger
6390 E. Grant Rd.
Spicy Green Chile Fries at Zinburger
Zinburger is your old school burger joint with a spin. While using only certified Angus, their assortment ranges from the Zinburger to the Breakfast burger, with shakes, salads and sides also deserving attention. From 4 to 6pm daily, they features half priced wine glasses and bottles, draft beers, sides and fries, and a $7 Plain & Simple burger (normally $9.50). Happy hour items include:
“Loaded” Fries ($3.50) – Topped with Applewood smoked baked, cheese sauce, sour cream and chives
Barrio “Tucson Blonde”, Lumberyard “Hefeweizen”, Four Peaks “Kilt Lifter” and San Tan Brewing “Hop Shock IPA” ($2.75/16oz)
For more on Zinburger, please go to zinburgeraz.com.
Zona 78
78 W. River Rd.
Chef’s Board from Zona 78
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 to 6pm and includes half priced appetizers, $2 and $3 draft beers, $5 and $8 wine glasses and half off specialty and cocktails. Popular items:
Wild Caught Calamari ($6) – With fennel, garlic, red chili flake, San Marzano cream sauce, onion and a slice of ciabatta
Bianco Pizza ($5) – Truffle oil, mozzarella, garlic, parmesan, black pepper
TriBeCa ($4.50) – High West whiskey, Carpano Sweet vermouth, maraschino cherries, amaro, orange twist
For more regarding Zona 78 and their happy hour deals, visit zona78.com.
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