Independent bars and restaurants with Thursday happy hour deals in Austin, TX. 757 venues found.
Thursday is the most popular happy hour day by attendance, even though Monday and Tuesday list more deals. Venues know the pre-Friday crowd is coming regardless, so pricing is slightly less aggressive. The energy makes up for it. Some places shorten their window by 30 minutes compared to earlier in the week. Late-night specials become more common, especially at cocktail lounges and live music venues. Arrive before 5 PM for the best seating and the full deal window. Cocktail and wine specials tend to be strongest on Thursdays. "Thirsty Thursday" promotions lean drink-focused. Live music venues pair early shows with happy hour pricing.
A 9-course tasting menu for two at this critically acclaimed Japanese cocktail bar.
Critically acclaimed Neapolitan pizzas and select wine bottles at half price daily.
Half-off acclaimed wood-fired pizzas and wine bottles, plus discounted house wine and draft beers daily.
$5 martinis, half-off burgers, and discounted oysters and wine bottles at this acclaimed oyster bar.
Michelin-starred BBQ with $10 chopped sandwiches and $4 beers.
Half-off wood-fired pizza and appetizers, plus discounted drinks, make this upscale Italian spot a must-visit for happy hour.
Acclaimed Spanish tapas and cocktails at half price, plus $10 burgers and all-day Sunday specials.
Michelin-recommended Launderette offers 50% off drinks and $5 off popular "Snacky Bits" and Plancha Burgers.
Half-off select appetizers and burgers, plus discounted drinks, at Austin's top-rated steakhouse with stunning Lake Travis views.
Critically acclaimed sushi and small plates, plus discounted drinks, at this James Beard-recognized spot.
Half-off wine and $12 cocktails make this Michelin-recognized garden restaurant a must-visit.
50% off all drinks and $3 tacos on weekdays, plus $4 margaritas during weekend brunch at this MICHELIN-recommended spot.
Half-off the acclaimed wine bar food menu makes fine dining accessible.
Michelin-starred BBQ with all-day Monday deals on their iconic burger, cocktails, and half-off wine.
MICHELIN-recommended Mexican cuisine with $10 signature cocktails, $7 bites, and 50% off mezcal on Mondays.
Sip half-off signature drinks and savor $3 oysters and $5 Bun in Law at this acclaimed modern Thai spot.
Critically acclaimed Japanese cuisine with discounted drinks and a multi-course tasting menu.
$8 craft cocktails from the ATM menu in this hidden bank-themed speakeasy.
Daily $1.50 oysters, discounted wines, and a diverse menu of seafood bites and cocktails.
Go for the half-price smashburger and discounted cocktails all day Monday, or enjoy the summer Apéro Hour deals Tuesday-Sunday.
50% off creative cocktails and 25% off delicious modern European/Asian dishes.
Go for $4 flagship pints and Deez Nuggs daily until 6 PM at this award-winning brewery with a huge beer garden.
$10 classic cocktails, $5 draft beers, and $2 off bar snacks at this award-winning cocktail bar.
Expertly crafted cocktails and draft beers at a discount on Rainey Street's lively patio.
Daily discounts on quality Italian-inspired small plates and pizzas, plus a variety of discounted cocktails, beer, and wine.
Acclaimed Italian-American spot with discounted oysters, wings, and craft cocktails.
Get $2 oysters, discounted signature sandwiches, and house drinks at Texas Monthly's Best New Restaurant of 2026.
Award-winning cocktails and cheap beers daily, plus 25% off whiskey on Wednesdays and $0.79 wings on Mondays.
50% off bottles under $44 on Thursdays and 25% off Pet-Nats on Sundays in their charming patio garden.
A fantastic selection of sushi, nigiri, and Japanese small plates, plus great deals on drinks, available almost daily.
Sip $6 cocktails and enjoy 50% off select food at this elegant absinthe bar.
Half-off signature cocktails, wine, sake, and house spirits, plus $10 select maki at this top Austin sushi spot.
Get 50% off signature cocktails and $10 select wines, plus discounted upscale bites like the Aris Burger and Octopus Skewer.
Go for the $6 Wagyu single burger and discounted craft cocktails daily, plus enjoy the dog-friendly patio and live music.
Daily $6 wine and beer, plus a $25 bruschetta board and wine bottle on Mon/Tue nights.
Half-price wine, beer, oysters, and sharing plates, plus a $20 burger+Old Fashioned or $25 steak dinner.
25% off all food and 50% off sparkling wine during happy hour, plus half-price bottles of wine on Mondays.
Significant savings on craft cocktails and elevated small plates like Burrata and Arroz Con Pollo in a cozy, romantic setting.
Go for daily Aperitivo Hour with $7 specialty cocktails, half-off beer and wine, plus discounted Italian food specials like lasagna and meatballs.
Go for 50% off all alcoholic beverages all day Mon-Thu, plus weekday sushi and bento lunch specials.
Snag $3 Bluefin sushi, a nine-course omakase for two, and $3 sake/beer during this standout happy hour.
Michelin-recommended Southeast Asian bites and drinks, including $12 cocktails and $9 mezze plates.
$5 boozy slushees and a range of discounted Asian smokehouse bites from an award-winning team.
50% off cocktails and 25% off the dinner menu at this elegant European bistro.
$4-$5 martinis and discounted Mediterranean small plates with stunning rooftop views of Lady Bird Lake.
Get $2 nigiri, $7 crudo, and $8 cocktails daily during happy hour, plus a buy 3 get 1 free roll deal.
Diverse drink specials and half-off appetizers, plus daily deals like discounted pizzas and margaritas, at this lively local spot.
Half-off wine bottles under $80 and discounted craft cocktails and beers, plus happy hour snacks, at this Michelin-recommended spot.
Get 50% off all alcoholic beverages and $18 pizza or pasta at the bar.
Farm-to-table small plates and craft drinks, including a $9 Watermelon Fresca, at this acclaimed Austin spot.