Independent bars and restaurants with Friday happy hour deals in Houston, TX. 617 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.
Grab a 99¢ espresso martini during their weekday happy hour, plus enjoy $9 cocktails, $6 wine, and $5 beer.
Award-winning Oaxacan cuisine with discounted cocktails, wines, and a diverse menu of flavorful small plates.
Half-price nigiri and $8 lychee martinis at this chic sushi spot, perfect for a high-quality experience at a great value.
Half-off dishes at the patio and bar make this immersive Asian steakhouse a must-visit.
50% off signature cocktails and small bites, plus an unbeatable 25-cent martini deal on Fridays.
Get half-off award-winning classic cocktails from their renowned 100-drink list.
$5 pastas and $2 oysters daily, making this acclaimed Italian chophouse accessible.
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.
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.
$3 select beers, $6 wine and cocktails, plus $6 small plates like calamari and kebabs at this acclaimed fine-dining Indian spot.
Michelin Bib Gourmand Indian-Portuguese fusion with half-off cocktails and wine, plus delicious small plates.
Half-off 100 classic cocktails at a James Beard-recognized bar makes for an unmissable experience.
Half-off pizzas and all drinks nightly, plus half-off wine bottles on Sundays, make this Michelin-recognized spot a must-visit.
A $50 ten-course happy hour omakase with discounted cocktails, wine, beer, and sake.
Half-off all drinks and Tuesday oyster and martini deals at this acclaimed Heights spot.
$10 martinis and discounted caviar and oysters at this elegant French restaurant.
Acclaimed BBQ sandwiches, wings, and a half order of whole hog for $10, plus $5 frozen margs and half-off select wines.
Award-winning coastal Mexican cuisine with discounted mussels, sliders, and craft cocktails.
Half-price drinks and wine bottles make this iconic, dimly lit lounge a hidden gem for a date night.
$10 classic cocktails and small bites Tuesday-Friday, plus $5 espresso martinis and old fashioneds on weekends.
$10 classic cocktails and half-off bottles of wine at this upscale, globally inspired cocktail lounge.
Half-off house cocktails, beer, and wine make this a prime spot for quality drinks, plus daily food specials.
Half-off creative cocktails like chipotle Palomas and espresso martinis in a vibrant, West Texas-inspired setting.
Michelin-recognized Tex-Mex with $7 margaritas and discounted appetizers, plus special Taco Tuesday deals.
James Beard Award-winning Mexican cuisine with discounted craft cocktails, wines, and a diverse selection of tacos and small plates.
Upscale Italian bites and craft cocktails at Potente's happy hour, perfect for a refined pre-dinner experience.
$6 margaritas and a variety of $8 Tex-Mex bites all day, every day, with extra deals on Mondays and Tuesdays.
35-50% off delicious small plates like Patatas Bravas and Crispy Brussels at this unique self-pour wine bar.
$2 beers, $4 wines, $6 cocktails, and $7 apps, plus 50% off wine bottles on Wednesdays.
Sip on $7 Ninfaritas and enjoy $5 nachos at this acclaimed Tex-Mex spot.
Daily happy hour with $5 craft beer, $8 cocktails, and 25% off wine at this James Beard-recognized Indian spot.
Score $4 tacos, $3 beers, $5 cocktails, and half-off wine at this chef-driven Galveston spot.
Half-off all food and wine by the glass daily makes this a must-visit for quality cheese and wine pairings.
Significant savings on classic cocktails, selected wines, and upscale bites at this elegant French restaurant.
50% off cocktails and discounted wines and beers during happy hour.
$1.50 oysters, $8 house wine, and premium well drinks, plus daily food specials in a cozy European-inspired setting.
James Beard-recognized Mexican street food with discounted cocktails, wines, and flavorful bites.
An upscale tavern experience with discounted oysters, cocktails, and half-off select mezcal pours.
Get $6 craft cocktails and draft beers at this intimate downtown haven known for its expertly crafted drinks.
$4 draft beers, $2 off house cocktails, and $5 wells at this Esquire-recognized bar, plus free pool on Tuesdays.
Acclaimed steakhouse bites like the $18 Crab Cake and $10 craft cocktails at this top-rated Pearland spot.
Half-off select wine bottles and discounted craft cocktails and Asian-Texan fusion bites in this hidden speakeasy.
Go for half-off signature cocktails and martinis, plus $2 oysters and $14 pizzas.
Discounted craft cocktails, wines, and upscale small plates, plus a burger and beer or martini and oyster combo.
Half-off pizzas and discounted frozen mojitos, sangria, and craft beers make this Montrose lounge a must for a lively happy hour.
Discounted small bites and a wide selection of wines by the glass or half-price bottles at this romantic Italian spot with live piano.
Go for the discounted sushi, crudos, and craft cocktails at this acclaimed Japanese spot.
Grab $10 Banana Old Fashioneds, Palomas, and BOGO burritos or draft beer at this standout spot.