Independent bars and restaurants with Friday happy hour deals in Austin, TX. 748 venues found.
The 3-6 PM Friday window fills up fast. Venues pull out strong deals to capture the after-work crowd, but windows are tighter than weekdays — many end at 6 PM instead of 7. Some restaurants cut food specials at 5:30 PM as dinner service ramps up. Arrive before 5 to get the full deal menu and your pick of seats. Friday is the second most popular day by deal count, behind Monday. Prices match weekday levels; the windows are just shorter. Patio and rooftop spots fill up on Friday afternoons. Several venues offer a smooth transition from happy hour to dinner if you want to make an evening of it.
50% off snacks, cocktails, and half-liters of wine at this acclaimed Japanese izakaya meets Texas smokehouse.
Half-off cocktails and wine daily, plus all-day weekday deals like $2 drafts and $5 off appetizers.
MICHELIN-recommended Mexican cuisine with $10 signature cocktails, $7 bites, and 50% off mezcal on Mondays.
Critically acclaimed Japanese cuisine with discounted drinks and a multi-course tasting menu.
Critically acclaimed sushi and small plates, plus discounted drinks, at this James Beard-recognized spot.
Critically acclaimed Neapolitan pizzas and award-winning natural wines at half price.
Half-off wine and $12 cocktails make this Michelin-recognized garden restaurant a must-visit.
Half-off signature cocktails, beer, wine, and sake, plus $3-$5 snacks at this award-winning modern Thai spot.
50% off the Wine Bar food menu, including gourmet burgers, pizzettas, and mussels.
Sip James Beard-recognized mezcal cocktails, with half-off mezcal pours on Tuesdays.
50% off cocktails, wine, beer, and a wide selection of quality food, including a $19 prime rib slice, every day.
50% off select pizzas and bottles of wine under $100, plus deals on house wines and draft beers daily.
Half-off wine bottles and discounted cocktails and small plates at this acclaimed farm-to-table gem.
Half-off all alcoholic beverages and $3 tacos at a Michelin-recommended, James Beard-nominated spot.
Award-winning Yucatecan cuisine and craft cocktails at significant discounts, plus a special 5-course taco tasting.
Half-off unique starters and great deals on cocktails, wine, and beer daily at this acclaimed urban Western bistro.
$1 oysters and $10 cocktails daily at this top-rated Italian spot, plus other themed specials.
Half-off appetizers and bottles of wine at one of Austin's top fine-dining destinations.
Michelin-recommended Launderette offers half-price drinks and $5 off food, plus half-off wine bottles all day Monday.
Half-off select pastas and appetizers, plus $6 wines, at this acclaimed Italian spot with a cozy patio.
Discounted apps, rolls, nigiri, beer, sake, and wine at this upscale sushi spot.
$10 martinis and $3 St. Elmo Carl's daily, with late-night deals on weekends, at this acclaimed French bistro.
$2 off drinks and a diverse menu of $9 small plates at this acclaimed Italian spot.
Half-off cocktails, beer, wine, and upscale bites like oysters and a prime cheeseburger, plus all-day oyster and sparkling wine deals on Wednesdays.
Go for the incredible 75-cent martinis and enjoy discounted craft cocktails on their spacious patio.
Award-winning cocktails and quality bar snacks at a great value, plus look out for themed specials like Martini Monday.
Find discounted cocktails, wine, and Mexican beers with flavorful snacks at this Michelin Bib Gourmand spot.
Go for $4 flagship pints and Deez Nuggs daily until 6 PM at this award-winning brewery with a huge beer garden.
Daily $1.50 oysters, discounted wines, and a diverse menu of seafood bites and cocktails.
Discounted sushi, appetizers, and drinks during their generous happy hour, plus late-night specials on weekends.
Half-off all drinks and $18 pizza + pasta at the bar make this a must for quality Italian happy hour.
Half-priced seafood appetizers, drinks, and BOGO brunch on Saturdays.
Quality cocktails, wine, and a diverse menu of bites at this MICHELIN Guide Hotel.
Go for $3 oysters, a $10 Bill's Burger, and 50% off wine bottles daily.
Half-off Spicy Sichuan Deep-Fried Chicken and Hot & Sour Soup, plus other discounted small plates, at this acclaimed Chinese spot.
Half-off burgers and martinis, plus discounted oysters and oyster shooters at this chic Austin spot.
$8 classic cocktails and a $10 'Happy Meal' combo daily, plus $1 wings on Wednesdays at this acclaimed Austin cocktail bar.
Daily $6 wine and beer, plus a $25 bruschetta board and wine bottle on Mon/Tue nights.
Hack Downtown dining with a $25 dry-aged tuna steak and refreshing cocktails.
Half-off happy hour menu items plus Texas Beef Ribs, Smoked Pork Shoulder, and Signature Jalapeno Brisket.
Grab discounted wine, beer, and cocktails at a Michelin Bib Gourmand taqueria.
Go for elevated Japanese bites and craft cocktails by a Netflix mixology star.
Half-off select frozen cocktails on Fridays at this award-winning distillery with live music and food.
Go for discounted coastal cocktails, wine, and seafood bites at this acclaimed Mexican seafood spot.
Grab $5 Indian-inspired cocktails and flavorful snacks during their excellent weekday happy hour.
Go for $12 classic cocktails and discounts on wine, beer, and food at this acclaimed Austin cocktail bar.
Half-off signature pizzas and appetizers, plus discounted cocktails and wine by the glass, almost every day.
Explore rare spirits at cost with their rotating break-even bottle program.
Sip expertly crafted cocktails from a 'Best Bartender in Texas' during their happy hour.
Award-winning cocktails for $10, $5 draft beers, and discounted bar snacks at this acclaimed neighborhood pub.