New Yorkers - we've been cooped up long enough. Rooftop, patio and garden season in NYC is officially in full swing so get out there early and head to one of these awesome happy hour destinations. by Sarah Mintz, Contributing Writer
Best Friday Happy Hour
SkyRoom 330 West 40th Street nr. 9th Ave.
Need a Friday happy hour to kick off your weekend the right way? SkyRoom has got you covered. From 5-8pm, choose from buy one,get one free $5 bottled beer, $7 well drinks and wine by the glass and other daily specials. With food specials like $5 calamari and bruschetta and $8 truffle fries and pizza, you might want to stay even longer for the music, sunset and scene.
wEE recommend: Check out SkyRoom's daily specials, including Tuesday nights sponsored by Jose Cuervo. This means half price margarita carafes and pitchers and $7 Jose Cuervo margaritas all night. Wednesday morning might be a rough one, so plan accordingly.
Best Weekend Happy Hour
Boxcar Lounge 168 Avenue B nr. 11th St.
A weekend happy hour deal in NYC? How about a happy hour deal you can enjoy outdoors? We've found just the place. You might want to keep the Boxcar Lounge and its secret garden on the hush, especially when you hear the deal that comes with it. From 2-8pm on Saturday and Sunday, drinks are two-for-one. It’s that perfect.
wEE recommend: Take advantage of their unique BYOB (Bring Your Own Brunch) deal– you bring your own delicious brunch and Boxcar Lounge supplies the drinks.
Mermaid Inn 568 Amsterdam Avenue nr. 88th St.
Happy hour doesn't only happen downtown. The Mermaid Inn on the UWS offers a daily happy hour 5:30-7:00pm where East Coast oysters are only $1, West Coast oysters are $1.75 and bar bites are as cheap as $3. Pair up your snacks with a draft beer for $5, glass of $6 wine or cocktail for $7 on the outdoor patio. Does the thought of traveling uptown give you anxiety? If so, you're in luck since the other two branches in the East Village and Greenwich Village share the same happy hour options.
wEE recommend: The $3 shrimp corndogs and the $7 sliders - they are a delicious steal.
Half King 505 West 23rd Street nr. 10th Ave.
After a leisurely afternoon walk along the Highline, head to the super casual Half King for happy hour from 5-8pm and enjoy your libation on the front patio or in the back garden. This deal includes $4 beers and $7 drink specials including Manhattans on Monday, Gimlets on Tuesday, Dark & Stormies on Wednesday, Pimms Lemonade on Thursday and Kamikazes on Friday. Drink up!
Brass Monkey 55 Little West 12th Street nr. 10th Ave. Don’t think you need to spend $15 for a cocktail every time you’re in MePa. The Brass Monkey is an anomaly to most bars in the area, offering a very casual atmosphere and happy hour with $2 off all wine and the Monkey offers over 75 beer options everyday from 12-7pm. You can’t beat the view of the Hudson either!
wEE recommend: Go early or expect a line - this place is no secret and the roof gets crowded fast!
Ninth Ward 180 2nd Avenue nr. 12th St.
Hang out near the fountain on the back patio for a more intimate evening or grab a table out front for a first date to remember. Regardless where you sit or what day of the week it is, make sure you arrive before 8pm to take advantage of 2-for-1 drinks.
wEE recommend: Impress your date by grabbing a table out back near the fountain where tables are candlelit and music plays in the background.
Ofrenda 113 7th Avenue nr. Christopher St.
This West Village happy hour is hard to beat with $4 beers and $5 margaritas, wine and sangria everyday until 7pm. Drinks are potent so be sure to order a few antojitos from the happy hour menu as well. All seven antojitos are only $6.50, so chow down.
wEE recommend: The chorizo nachos are a must order!
Pera Soho 54 Thompson Street nr. Broome St.
Pera Midtown has become a Mediterranean destination over the years and the new Soho location is quickly making a name for itself, especially with the debut of its new outdoor patio. With happy hour everyday and an outdoor area that holds a large crowd, Pera Soho makes the perfect destination for a group get together. Cocktails, wine and beer are $6 and any two mezes off the happy hour list are also only $6.
wEE recommend: Our favorite mezes are the smoked eggplant, classic hummus and fried mussels.
Spina 175 Avenue B nr. 11th St.
Not your typical happy hour destination, Spina exudes comfort with an interior of exposed brick, dim lighting and the smell of homemade pasta. However, you'll feel just as comfortable on the outdoor patio of this neighborhood spot once you hear the happy hour specials. From 5:30-8:00pm Tuesday through Friday, choose from a selection of beers ($3) and wine ($6) while noshing on the happy hour mussels and meatballs ($5). The mussels come in a flavorful white wine broth and the 6 meatballs include a mix of veal, beef and pork - you can't go wrong with either option.
wEE recommend: The complimentary foccacia with truffled ricotta spread is worth the trip alone!
Yeah, you can choose outdoor spaces for your happy hour parties. In outdoor location you can enjoy your parties under the stars.
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Thanks for listing happy hour venues.It was informative to read it because I am looking for a similar venue for my daughter's small wedding.
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