Whether you're looking for a cozy hideaway or a buzzy hotspot, Phoenix has happy hour destinations for every crowd and craving. With discounted beverages and fare, these venues are an ideal setting for a post-work drink or early dinner with friends. 

 

1. BARCOA

Located in a historic 1928 hardware store, BARCOA offers two distinct atmospheres — a casual, back-alley cantina where you can enjoy $7 margaritas, Palomas, and other classics before 7 p.m., and an upscale basement lounge offering 20% off craft cocktails and agave spirit flights every Wednesday all night long.

Date: Tuesday through Friday
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Prices: $7 drinks

 

2. Pa’La Downtown

Pa’La is rooted in seasonal, wood-fired cooking and a communal dining and drinking experience. Every day from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and all day on Sundays, enjoy half-price tapas, $7 glasses from their diverse wine list, and $10 cocktails at either of their two Phoenix locations. 

Date: Tuesday through Sunday
Time: Daily 4:30-6:30 p.m.; All day on Sunday
Prices: $7 wine, $10 cocktails

 

3. Guy Fieri’s Downtown Kitchen & Bar

With half-price signature cocktails, discounted beer, and crowd-pleasing apps like wings and queso, Guy Fieri’s Downtown Kitchen & Bar is a Phoenix happy hour mainstay. Steps away from Chase Stadium, it’s the perfect stop for a hearty burger and brew when you’re spending a day around downtown. 

Date: Monday through Friday
Time: 3-6 p.m.
Prices: $3 beer, half-price signature cocktails, $10 chips & queso, $12 wings or chili cheese fries

 

4. Sake Haus

Nestled in the vibrant Roosevelt Row arts district, Sake Haus transports diners from the streets of Phoenix to the hip, Izakaya-style bars of Japan. Their 4-6 p.m. happy hour offers an impressive half-off on sake, beer, maki rolls, and other starters. 

Date: Monday and Wednesday through Friday (Closed Tuesdays)
Time: 4-6 p.m.
Prices: 50% off sake, beer, maki rolls, & some starters

 

5. Buck & Rider

Indulge in oysters and wild-caught shrimp flown in daily at Buck & Rider’s hopping happy hour, available every day from 3-7 p.m. Their specials include discounted wine and beer, $10 highballs, and some of the freshest seafood available in Phoenix, all enjoyed in their stylish eatery. 

Date: Sunday through Saturday
Time: 3-7 p.m.
Prices: $10 signature cocktails, $2.25 raw oysters

 

6. Wigwam Bar

Tucked into the scenic grounds of the luxury Wigwam resort and boasting firepits, lawn games, and live music in the evenings, Wigwam Bar is one of the most popular happy hour hangouts in Phoenix. Along with discounted sips, don’t miss the candied bacon or Wigwam fundido on happy hour special.

Date: Sunday through Thursday
Time: 4-6 p.m.
Prices: $1 Off Draft Beer, $2 Off Select Cocktails, $1 Off House Wines, $8 Tortilla Chips & Salsa Morita, $10 Candied Bacon, $12 Wigwam Fundido

 

7. Postino

Postino is one of Phoenix’s most popular and prolific wine cafes, and their daily happy hour until 5 p.m. of $6 glasses of wine or beer pitchers is hard to beat. Their versatile bruschetta boards also make for a fun and flavorful shareable, whether you’re a party of two or 10. 

Date: Sunday through Saturday
Time: Open to 5 p.m.
Prices: $6 wine and pitchers of beer

 

8. O.H.S.O. Brewery 

With locations throughout the Valley, O.H.S.O. boasts a weekday happy hour until 6 p.m. with reduced pitchers, wine, and cocktails, plus — depending on your appetite — a generous selection of $5 appetizers and $10 mains. 

Date: Monday through Friday
Time: Open to 6 p.m.
Prices: $8 pitchers of AZ neer, house cocktails, & glasses of wine

 

9. Palma

In the heart of Downtown Phoenix, Palma offers a vibrant escape immersed in a nursery of palm trees. It’s a place where good times and delicious food are the focus, with absolutely no judgment. Whether you're unwinding after work or catching up with friends, head to Palma for happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Enjoy $8 select wines, $9 frozen cocktails, and $10 maki rolls alongside other tempting specials.

Date: Monday through Friday
Time: 3-6 p.m.
Prices: $5 drafts, $8 wines, $9 cocktails 

 

10. Ghost Donkey

This intimate Mexican-inspired tequila and mezcal bar packs a spicy punch. Their happy hour features vibrant cocktails and delicious bites, perfect for an after-work fiesta or kicking back with friends. Whether you’re savoring a tangy margarita or sampling their famous nachos, the lively atmosphere makes every visit a celebration.

Date/Time: Sunday from 3:30-6 p.m. and 10 p.m.-Closing; Monday through Thursday from 5-6 p.m. and 10 p.m.-Closing
Prices: $6 cervezas, $7 wine, $8 cocktails, $9 tequila

 

11. Quartz

Dive into the unique and sophisticated ambiance at Quartz. This zodiac-themed bar serves up creative cocktails Sunday through Saturday with happy hours that run from 5-7 p.m. every day of the week. Their specials vary but feature drinks like a Peridot Periquito, a cactus-inspired cocktail with hints of pistachio and almond cream. Or get $3 off birthstone cocktails and tasty bites like hot dogs and masala-spiced Chex Mix. Check their social media pages for the latest updates on happy hour specials, and enjoy an evening where each drink is a sensory delight.

Date: Sunday through Saturday
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Prices: Pricing and specials vary.

 

12. Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails

Nestled into the boutique and urban Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix is Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails. Offering a New American kitchen that uses undiscovered flavors, seasonal ingredients and contemporary techniques alongside an award-winning cocktail program, their happy hour is a surefire way to enjoy a night in Phoenix.

Date: Sunday through Thursday
Time: 4-6 p.m.
Prices: $6 beer, $8 wine, $10 snacks, $10 well cocktails, $12 classic cocktails