Independent bars and restaurants with Friday happy hour deals in Houston, TX. 629 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.
$8 cocktails and wines, $5 beers, and delicious bar bites, plus a 25-cent martini lunch with entrée purchase.
Half-off 100 classic cocktails at a James Beard-recognized bar makes for an unmissable experience.
Half-off dishes at the patio and bar make this immersive Asian steakhouse a must-visit.
Half-off cocktails and tipple-free drinks at this acclaimed, chef-driven spot.
Half-off house cocktails and $1 oysters at this James Beard Award-winning bar.
Get half-off award-winning classic cocktails from their renowned 100-drink list.
50% off signature cocktails and small bites, plus an unbeatable 25-cent martini deal on Fridays.
Discounted wood-roasted oysters, flavorful tacos, and craft cocktails at this acclaimed coastal Mexican kitchen.
50% off wine and sake, plus discounted appetizers and sushi rolls at this critically acclaimed Japanese restaurant.
Grab a 99¢ espresso martini during their weekday happy hour, plus enjoy $9 cocktails, $6 wine, and $5 beer.
$3 select beers, $6 wine and cocktails, plus $6 small plates like calamari and kebabs at this acclaimed fine-dining Indian spot.
Half-off pizzas and all drinks nightly, plus half-off wine bottles on Sundays, make this Michelin-recognized spot a must-visit.
Award-winning Oaxacan cuisine with discounted cocktails, wines, and a diverse menu of flavorful small plates.
$5 pastas and $2 oysters daily, making this acclaimed Italian chophouse accessible.
Michelin Bib Gourmand Indian-Portuguese fusion with half-off cocktails and wine, plus delicious small plates.
Half-off all drinks and Tuesday oyster and martini deals at this acclaimed Heights spot.
A $50 ten-course happy hour omakase with discounted cocktails, wine, beer, and sake.
Half-price nigiri and $8 lychee martinis at this chic sushi spot, perfect for a high-quality experience at a great value.
Get $10 cocktails, $5 beers, and half-off wine bottles and charcuterie from a Michelin-starred chef.
Go for free Mexi-Cajun crawfish on weekends and incredible 75-cent drinks on Wednesdays.
Discounted craft cocktails, wines, and upscale small plates, plus a burger and beer or martini and oyster combo.
50% off signature cocktails and discounts on beer and wine at this upscale steakhouse, with a special Friday lunch happy hour and extended evening deals through March 22.
$5 bites and $5 freezer martinis at this critically acclaimed hotel lounge.
Discounted small bites and a wide selection of wines by the glass or half-price bottles at this romantic Italian spot with live piano.
Sip $10 handcrafted cocktails and enjoy unique South African bites like Peri Peri Wings and Fusion Empanadas.
Grab $10 Banana Old Fashioneds, Palomas, and BOGO burritos or draft beer at this standout spot.
James Beard-recognized Mexican street food with discounted cocktails, wines, and flavorful bites.
Signature cocktails for $10, half-off wine bottles, and a discounted meat & cheese board at this elegant bar.
Daily happy hour with $5 craft beer, $8 cocktails, and 25% off wine at this James Beard-recognized Indian spot.
Score expertly crafted whiskey cocktails and fresh oysters at a significant discount.
James Beard Award-winning Mexican cuisine with discounted craft cocktails, wines, and a diverse selection of tacos and small plates.
Chef-driven Mexican appetizers and specialty margaritas at this upscale Woodlands spot.
Acclaimed steakhouse bites like the $18 Crab Cake and $10 craft cocktails at this top-rated Pearland spot.
The $2 oysters and half-off cocktails make this upscale Cajun-Creole happy hour a daily must-visit.
Nearly half-off upscale small plates and craft cocktails at this sophisticated lounge.
Michelin-recognized Tex-Mex with $7 margaritas and discounted appetizers, plus special Taco Tuesday deals.
$2 beers, $4 wines, $6 cocktails, and $7 apps, plus 50% off wine bottles on Wednesdays.
Half-off upscale small plates and $10 signature cocktails make this a standout happy hour.
$10 classic cocktails and small bites Tuesday-Friday, plus $5 espresso martinis and old fashioneds on weekends.
Go for daily $10 martinis and $8 bites at this upscale Chinese spot with a Michelin-pedigreed chef.
50% off beer and wine by the glass, plus pizza and antipasti specials at this Michelin Bib Gourmand pizzeria.
$7 cocktails and half-off upscale appetizers on the posh patio with live music.
Get 20% off exquisite hand rolls and select drinks at this top-rated Japanese vinyl bar.
$5 martinis and discounted specialty cocktails with elevated bar bites at this sophisticated Houston hotspot.
$10 margaritas, $6 top-shelf cocktails, and $2 oysters daily at this acclaimed Houston spot.
Go for half-off wine and signature cocktails in a sophisticated setting with live music and a beautiful patio.
Unique Peruvian-Vietnamese fusion small plates and craft cocktails at special prices.
$2 oysters, $4 chicken gyoza, and $9 sushi rolls alongside $10 lychee martinis and $8 spirits daily.
Michelin-recognized Tex-Mex with $5 margaritas, $5 queso, and half-price nachos on Mondays.
Grab $4 house wine and draft beers, or $7 specialty cocktails with $6 Arancini and Mushroom Risotto.