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13 Best Places for Happy Hour Drinks and Deals in LA

Cheers to crowd-pleasing happy hour specials in LA

by Eater Staff Updated
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With the weather taking a wintry turn, it is the ideal time to settle into a cozy bar for post-work drinks and light bites. The city’s many vaunted happy hours offer discount options featuring house cocktails, easy wines by the glass, and craft beer. Because this is Los Angeles, there’s also no shortage of compelling food. Here are some of the best places to catch happy hour in Los Angeles.

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Settebello Pizzeria Napoletano

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This Neapolitan pizzeria’s North Lake Avenue location has large windows that face the street with a gorgeous brick-lined wall. Happy hour specials run daily from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. with $3 off cocktails, discounted beer and wine, and $10 mini pizzas, with five topping combinations to choose from. Gluten-free crust is available for $6.

60 North Lake Avenue, Pasadena, California 91101
(626) 765-9550
(626) 765-9550
A white plate with a margherita pizza with red sauce, mozzarella, and fresh basil at Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana.
Settebello Pizzeria Napoletano.
Cathy Chaplin

The Front Yard

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Always ask for a patio seat in the Front Yard. This North Hollywood spot is beautifully lit with candles and a fireplace, especially during the evenings. Located inside the Garland hotel, the Front Yard’s happy hour runs from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and 10 to 10:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Try the flatbreads, $6 beer, and cocktails under $16.

4222 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91602
(818) 255-7290
(818) 255-7290
The Front Yard dining room in North Hollywood, California.
The Front Yard.
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The High Low

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Taking design cues from the 1970s, Atwater Village’s High Low bar brings a respectable happy hour with a gorgeous fireplace centerpiece, leather banquettes, and plush velvet chairs. Though the $12 nachos, $6 soft pretzel, and $9 margarita are excellent deals, the $11 soft taco plate is available at all hours, as is the pool table.

3000 Los Feliz Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 741-0287
(323) 741-0287
The High Low bar seating area in Los Angeles, California
The High Low.
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Little Fish

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The happy hour situation at Little Fish changes weekly on Tuesday, with a small set of menu items listed on the restaurant’s Instagram. Past happy hour dishes include grilled sea bass collar with citrus and chile or beet carpaccio with fried green garlic and are available from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with no reservations.

1608 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90026
Picnic tables in a small outdoor patio at Little Fish in Echo Park.
Seating at Little Fish in Echo Park.
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Lowboy

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From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, Echo Park’s Lowboy offers a grand slam food deal for happy hour. The triple play combination comes with a burger, fries, and any draught beer for $15, canned Tecate is $4, while classic whiskey sours and gimlets are only $8.

1534 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 266-8161
(213) 266-8161
Lowboy bar in Echo Park.
Lowboy.
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El Carmen

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El Carmen’s happy hour is a fabled gem at this longtime Beverly Grove bar. Visit weekdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for $8 margaritas with chips, nachos, quesadillas, or ceviche. They even reserve a late-night Sunday to Thursday discounted menu from 10:30 pm. to 2 a.m. with the same offerings. 

8138 W 3rd St (at S Kilkea Dr), Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 852-1552
(323) 852-1552
Neon sign above the entry for El Carmen in Los Angeles.
El Carmen.
Photo: Mark_Baratelli/Eater LA Flickr Pool

Jade Beverly Hills

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Beverly Hills emerald-themed Pan-Asian restaurant Jade offers 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. happy hour Tuesday through Thursday. All cocktails are half off only at the bar, including the Tokyo Mule made with Haku Rice Vodka, sake, lime, ginger, mint, and cucumber. The restaurant showcases live jazz on Wednesdays.

A back-lit bar with plants and ceiling decorations at Jade Beverly Hills restaurant.
Jade Beverly Hills.
Tamara Fox

Videre

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This stunning Mid-Wilshire rooftop bar and restaurant has a “work drinks”-inspired cocktail menu available from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Videre’s specials include $12 cocktails named after email lingo like Per My Last Email (a sweet-spicy mule), EOD (a zero-proof margarita), and Circling Back (Tom Collins). The Just Checking In is just an Old Fashioned, something that helps answer that dreaded office phrase.

6317 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 852-6002
(323) 852-6002
A bar with stools at Videre restaurant in Los Angeles.
Bar at Videre in Los Angeles.
Roberto Amado-Cattaneo

The Prince

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When walking into the Prince from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. for its nicely-priced weekday happy hour, also note that you’ve seen this bar before. It’s showcased in TV shows like Mad Men, so enjoy the $2 well discount, $15 Coors pitcher, $30 wine bottle, and beer or soju that’s 50 percent off, and take a meaningful sip just like Don Draper.

2 West 7th Street, CA 90005
(213) 389-1586
(213) 389-1586
The Prince’s long room with deep red booths in Los Angeles’ Koreatown.
The Prince.
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Rossoblu

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Steve Samson’s Pizza Happy Hour runs daily from 5 to 6 p.m. at the bar with a choice of $7 beer, $15 pizza, and $12 classic cocktails that can include spritzes, Negroni, martini, Manhattan, or mojitos. Bites are priced between $6 and $14, with $5 mocktails and $12 glasses of wine.

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Damian

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This sleek Modern Mexican restaurant from famed chef Enrique Olvera offers happy hour on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the bar and communal dining area. Opt for the duck carnitas taco, guacamole, or the artichoke sope and wash it down with a spicy mezcal margarita.

2132 E 7th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90021
(213) 270-0178
(213) 270-0178
Fish tartare, avocado, furikake at Damian in Los Angeles on a plate with a slice of lime.
Tostada from Damian in Los Angeles.
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Esters Wine Shop and Bar

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Those looking for more flexible happy hours can come to Esters on Sunday or Monday when the specials run all day. From Tuesday to Saturday, discounted bites and sips at this swanky Santa Monica wine bar are from 4 to 6 p.m. with $4.50 oysters and $25 charcuterie plates. There’s also a $14 daily cocktail special and three kinds of wine by the glass for $12 each.

1314 7th Street, Santa Monica, California 90401
(310) 899-6900
(310) 899-6900
Esters dining area and wine shop in Santa Monica.
The bar and tables at Esters in Santa Monica.
Wonho Frank Lee

Torrance Tavern

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It’s reassuring that this South Bay bar offers happy hour in the early and later hours. Torrance Tavern is an uncomplicated old-school spot where wings are $13, a heaping onion ring tower is $10, and chile verde nachos are only $12 more. Arrive between 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. or 10 p.m. until the bar fully closes to enjoy.

22735 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 375-9158
(310) 375-9158
A tray of nachos from a Torrance sports bar called Torrance Tavern.
Torrance Tavern nachos.
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Settebello Pizzeria Napoletano

60 North Lake Avenue, Pasadena, California 91101

This Neapolitan pizzeria’s North Lake Avenue location has large windows that face the street with a gorgeous brick-lined wall. Happy hour specials run daily from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. with $3 off cocktails, discounted beer and wine, and $10 mini pizzas, with five topping combinations to choose from. Gluten-free crust is available for $6.

60 North Lake Avenue, Pasadena, California 91101
(626) 765-9550
(626) 765-9550
A white plate with a margherita pizza with red sauce, mozzarella, and fresh basil at Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana.
Settebello Pizzeria Napoletano.
Cathy Chaplin

The Front Yard

4222 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91602

Always ask for a patio seat in the Front Yard. This North Hollywood spot is beautifully lit with candles and a fireplace, especially during the evenings. Located inside the Garland hotel, the Front Yard’s happy hour runs from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and 10 to 10:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Try the flatbreads, $6 beer, and cocktails under $16.

4222 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91602
(818) 255-7290
(818) 255-7290
The Front Yard dining room in North Hollywood, California.
The Front Yard.
The Garland

The High Low

3000 Los Feliz Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039

Taking design cues from the 1970s, Atwater Village’s High Low bar brings a respectable happy hour with a gorgeous fireplace centerpiece, leather banquettes, and plush velvet chairs. Though the $12 nachos, $6 soft pretzel, and $9 margarita are excellent deals, the $11 soft taco plate is available at all hours, as is the pool table.

3000 Los Feliz Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 741-0287
(323) 741-0287
The High Low bar seating area in Los Angeles, California
The High Low.
Wonho Frank Lee

Little Fish

1608 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90026

The happy hour situation at Little Fish changes weekly on Tuesday, with a small set of menu items listed on the restaurant’s Instagram. Past happy hour dishes include grilled sea bass collar with citrus and chile or beet carpaccio with fried green garlic and are available from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with no reservations.

1608 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90026
Picnic tables in a small outdoor patio at Little Fish in Echo Park.
Seating at Little Fish in Echo Park.
Wonho Frank Lee

Lowboy

1534 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, Echo Park’s Lowboy offers a grand slam food deal for happy hour. The triple play combination comes with a burger, fries, and any draught beer for $15, canned Tecate is $4, while classic whiskey sours and gimlets are only $8.

1534 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 266-8161
(213) 266-8161
Lowboy bar in Echo Park.
Lowboy.
Wonho Frank Lee

El Carmen

8138 W 3rd St (at S Kilkea Dr), Los Angeles, CA 90048

El Carmen’s happy hour is a fabled gem at this longtime Beverly Grove bar. Visit weekdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for $8 margaritas with chips, nachos, quesadillas, or ceviche. They even reserve a late-night Sunday to Thursday discounted menu from 10:30 pm. to 2 a.m. with the same offerings. 

8138 W 3rd St (at S Kilkea Dr), Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 852-1552
(323) 852-1552
Neon sign above the entry for El Carmen in Los Angeles.
El Carmen.
Photo: Mark_Baratelli/Eater LA Flickr Pool

Jade Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills emerald-themed Pan-Asian restaurant Jade offers 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. happy hour Tuesday through Thursday. All cocktails are half off only at the bar, including the Tokyo Mule made with Haku Rice Vodka, sake, lime, ginger, mint, and cucumber. The restaurant showcases live jazz on Wednesdays.

A back-lit bar with plants and ceiling decorations at Jade Beverly Hills restaurant.
Jade Beverly Hills.
Tamara Fox

Videre

6317 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048

This stunning Mid-Wilshire rooftop bar and restaurant has a “work drinks”-inspired cocktail menu available from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Videre’s specials include $12 cocktails named after email lingo like Per My Last Email (a sweet-spicy mule), EOD (a zero-proof margarita), and Circling Back (Tom Collins). The Just Checking In is just an Old Fashioned, something that helps answer that dreaded office phrase.

6317 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 852-6002
(323) 852-6002
A bar with stools at Videre restaurant in Los Angeles.
Bar at Videre in Los Angeles.
Roberto Amado-Cattaneo

The Prince

2 West 7th Street, CA 90005

When walking into the Prince from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. for its nicely-priced weekday happy hour, also note that you’ve seen this bar before. It’s showcased in TV shows like Mad Men, so enjoy the $2 well discount, $15 Coors pitcher, $30 wine bottle, and beer or soju that’s 50 percent off, and take a meaningful sip just like Don Draper.

2 West 7th Street, CA 90005
(213) 389-1586
(213) 389-1586
The Prince’s long room with deep red booths in Los Angeles’ Koreatown.
The Prince.
GastronomyBlog

Rossoblu

1124 San Julian St (12th St.), Los Angeles, CA 90015

Steve Samson’s Pizza Happy Hour runs daily from 5 to 6 p.m. at the bar with a choice of $7 beer, $15 pizza, and $12 classic cocktails that can include spritzes, Negroni, martini, Manhattan, or mojitos. Bites are priced between $6 and $14, with $5 mocktails and $12 glasses of wine.

1124 San Julian St (12th St.), Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 749-1099
(213) 749-1099
Rossoblu restauant in Downtown Los Angeles.
Inside Rossoblu in Downtown LA.
Wonho Frank Lee

Damian

2132 E 7th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90021

This sleek Modern Mexican restaurant from famed chef Enrique Olvera offers happy hour on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the bar and communal dining area. Opt for the duck carnitas taco, guacamole, or the artichoke sope and wash it down with a spicy mezcal margarita.

2132 E 7th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90021
(213) 270-0178
(213) 270-0178
Fish tartare, avocado, furikake at Damian in Los Angeles on a plate with a slice of lime.
Tostada from Damian in Los Angeles.
Araceli Paz

Esters Wine Shop and Bar

1314 7th Street, Santa Monica, California 90401

Those looking for more flexible happy hours can come to Esters on Sunday or Monday when the specials run all day. From Tuesday to Saturday, discounted bites and sips at this swanky Santa Monica wine bar are from 4 to 6 p.m. with $4.50 oysters and $25 charcuterie plates. There’s also a $14 daily cocktail special and three kinds of wine by the glass for $12 each.

1314 7th Street, Santa Monica, California 90401
(310) 899-6900
(310) 899-6900
Esters dining area and wine shop in Santa Monica.
The bar and tables at Esters in Santa Monica.
Wonho Frank Lee

Torrance Tavern

22735 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505

It’s reassuring that this South Bay bar offers happy hour in the early and later hours. Torrance Tavern is an uncomplicated old-school spot where wings are $13, a heaping onion ring tower is $10, and chile verde nachos are only $12 more. Arrive between 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. or 10 p.m. until the bar fully closes to enjoy.

22735 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 375-9158
(310) 375-9158
A tray of nachos from a Torrance sports bar called Torrance Tavern.
Torrance Tavern nachos.
Matthew Kang

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