Independent bars and restaurants with Friday happy hour deals in Austin, TX. 738 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.
$10 cocktails, half-off wine bottles, and delicious Spanish small plates at this critically acclaimed East Austin spot, plus all-day happy hour on Sundays with DJ sets.
A $30 steak frites and martini, $10 tartare, and $3 oysters daily at this acclaimed New York-inspired steakhouse.
Get critically acclaimed seafood and signature burgers at a discount, plus $2 oysters and $7 martinis.
Half-off cocktails, beer, wine, and select food, plus all-day Wednesday 50% off oysters and sparkling wine.
Critically acclaimed sushi and small plates, plus discounted drinks, at this James Beard-recognized spot.
Half-price drinks and discounted bites at this critically acclaimed East Austin gem.
MICHELIN-recommended Mexican cuisine with $10 signature cocktails, $7 bites, and 50% off mezcal on Mondays.
Michelin-recommended Mexican cuisine with half-off drinks and $3 tacos during happy hour.
Half-off burgers, martinis, and wine bottles at this acclaimed oyster bar.
Critically acclaimed bar food at half price from this Austin fine dining institution.
$8 signature cocktails, $10 Moët & Chandon, and half-off all food at this chic lounge with live music.
Award-winning cuisine and craft cocktails at half-price, including $8 Fried Steamed Buns and $10 Aperol Spritz.
Michelin-selected modern Mexican with $6 cocktails and $13 Bone Marrow Tacos (normally $38) during happy hour.
Discounted signature cocktails and upscale small plates like Wagyu Sliders with breathtaking Austin skyline views.
Critically acclaimed mezcal cocktails and small bites at significant discounts on their intimate rooftop patio.
Critically acclaimed Japanese cuisine with discounted drinks and a multi-course tasting menu.
Grab a 99¢ martini daily with food purchase, and enjoy free weekend bubbles at this beloved Aussie-inspired cafe.
Get critically acclaimed Neapolitan pizzas and natural wine bottles for half price daily, plus discounted house wine and draft beer.
$5 deals on all appetizers, cocktails, beer, and wine make this a must-visit for incredible value.
Award-winning Neapolitan pizzas and natural wines at half-price daily.
$3 oysters and half-off wine bottles daily from a critically acclaimed chef.
50% off all alcohol at this critically acclaimed Thai spot, plus a dedicated happy hour food menu.
Half-off wine and $12 cocktails make this Michelin-recognized garden restaurant a must-visit.
A 9-course tasting menu for two at this critically acclaimed Japanese cocktail bar.
Discounted prime seafood appetizers and handcrafted cocktails in a sophisticated lounge with live music.
Discounted martinis, beers, and wines with Mediterranean small plates from this stylish rooftop bar offering panoramic lake views.
Daily happy hour with discounted Wagyu burgers and a diverse selection of craft cocktails.
Daily $1.50 oysters, discounted wines, and a diverse menu of seafood bites and cocktails.
Go for $4 flagship pints and Deez Nuggs daily until 6 PM at this award-winning brewery with a huge beer garden.
Half-off all drinks makes this saloon a prime spot for amazing value on every pour.
Half-off frozen cocktails and fries, plus a $15 Wagyu burger meal, make this award-nominated cocktail bar a must-try.
Half-off cocktails and $3 draft beers make this poolside oasis a must-visit for a refreshing happy hour.
Half-off wine, beer, oysters, and sharing plates make this farm-to-table spot a standout happy hour, plus a $20 burger and Old Fashioned on Wednesdays.
Grab a 99¢ martini daily with a food purchase, plus free weekend mimosas at this popular Aussie cafe.
Daily happy hour with creative small plates and craft cocktails in a hip hotel setting.
Get critically acclaimed pizzas for $12 during happy hour, plus enjoy daily drink specials and a spacious patio.
50% off all alcoholic beverages and $18 pizza and pasta, plus rotating weekly drink specials.
Daily $6 wine and beer, plus a $25 bruschetta board and wine bottle on Mon/Tue nights.
25% off wine bottles and 50% off sparkling wine on Mondays at this acclaimed South Congress bistro.
A fantastic selection of sushi, nigiri, and Japanese small plates, plus great deals on drinks, available almost daily.
$2 off craft cocktails, wines by the glass, beers, appetizers, and pizzas, plus 50% off wine bottles on Wednesdays.
Go for half-off cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits, plus discounted popcorn snack flights at this chic lounge.
$7 martinis and a $10 burger daily at the historic Cedar Tavern bar.
Asti's happy hour features $5 select Italian small plates and wines at this acclaimed neighborhood spot.
Daily happy hour offers significant savings on wagyu burgers, skewers, and craft cocktails, plus half-off wine bottles on Tuesdays.
Go for the 50% off martinis and bottles of wine on Thursdays, plus $8 margaritas and $5 tacos Mon-Fri.
Michelin-recommended Lenoir offers 50% off wine bottles, discounted drinks, and great daily food specials.
$8 margaritas and a $10 taco combo, plus daily drink specials, at this critically acclaimed 100% gluten-free Yucatecan spot.
Expertly crafted cocktails and elegant small plates at this upscale supper club with live music.
Go for daily happy hour deals on cocktails, wine, and appetizers, plus unique specials like half-off burgers on Mondays and the $20 'Girl Dinner' on Thursdays.