Ryan F.
After a busy work week or an extended trip around the city, stopping for a nice drink is an excellent way to wind down. However, several bars can be expensive on some visitors’ budgets, so happy hour is an excellent solution for finding cheap drinks. What better way to sightsee during your trip to Dallas?
While Big D is a go-to destination for its parks, sports venues, museums, and performing and fine arts centers, it’s also home to several restaurants specializing in its barbeque-style cuisine. As a result, you’re bound to find several restaurants with happy hour deals. However, you might have this question on your mind: which happy hour spots are worth visiting?
Luckily, I compiled a list of the top restaurants, bars, pubs, and spots where you can experience the best happy hour in Dallas. So if you’re in the mood for a hearty meal or light snack with your drinks, I’ll let you know my go-to menu options to make every happy hour visit a night to remember.
Best Happy Hour Specials in Dallas
- Parliament
- Uchi
- Meddlesome Moth
- Royal 38
- Las Palmas
- Public School 214
- HG Sply Co.
- Bowen House
- Chelsea Corner
- Happiest Hour
- Leela’s Wine Bar
- The Grapevine Bar
- Tiny Victories
- Toller Patio
- Frankie’s Downtown
- The Woolworth
- The People’s Last Stand
Parliament
2418 Allen St, Dallas, TX 75204
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The first stop on this list is Parliament, located on Allen Street in Dallas’s uptown area. This bar has a cozy and welcoming atmosphere with dimmed lighting, ideal for any type of gathering. Parliament offers weekday happy hours from 5 PM to 8 PM, Tuesday through Saturday, and all day on Mondays.
Their happy hour deals include $5 on most cocktails, $4 beers, and a wide selection of wines. I recommend trying their Moscow Mule, Peach Smash, Dallas Blonde, and Ramos Gin Fizz. Additionally, Parliament lets you enjoy your drinks on their patio or in their stylized bar for an organic happy hour experience.
Uchi
2817 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75201
Phone: 214-855-5454
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This place actually features both the best happy hour and sushi in Dallas, nestled off the corner of Maple Avenue and Randall Street. This upscale Japanese restaurant specializes in quality seafood and sushi, making it the perfect place to stop for a treat in the Arts District. Uchi has a daily happy hour from 4 PM to 6:30 PM.
Uchi’s happy hour menu offers several wines, beer, and sake to sample. If you’re hungry, try their hamachi sushi, wagyu tartare maki, rice cake, or kama chili. I recommend the chef’s selection of five nigiri if you’re having trouble picking.
Meddlesome Moth
1621 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75207
Phone: 214-628-7900
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Located on Oak Lawn Avenue, a short walk from the Markowicz Fine Arts Gallery, Meddlesome Moth is a diverse gastropub offering a wide variety of beer and entrees. Beer Director Matt Quenette prioritizes giving visitors the best beer they can find.
They host their social happy hour every Monday through Friday from 3 PM to 6 PM and offer several inexpensive drinks, including $4 selected beers, $6 featured wines, and $8 featured craft cocktails. They also feature bar bites, such as baked feta, chicken skin chips, and hummus. In addition, they offer vegan and Keto options if you want to stop by for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch.
Royal 38
2301 N Akard St Suite 210, Dallas, TX 75201
Phone: 214-736-9010
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If you’re in the mood for after-work drinks in Dallas, consider visiting Royal 38, located on North Akard Street, in The Christopher. This bar has a casual atmosphere with artwork scattered across its walls, perfect for sampling the best food and cocktails in the city. You can also book private parties for up to 150 guests.
Their happy hour deals include $1 off of all wine and beer on Wednesdays through Friday and Sundays from 4 PM to 6 PM. I recommend their Passion Fruit Daiquiri, Royal Smash, and Endless Summer. The best food specials on their happy hour menu include shrimp tacos, chili sauced ribs, and bacon & cheddar deviled eggs.
Las Palmas
2708 Routh St, Dallas, TX 75201
Phone: 214-647-1232
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Overlooking Routh Street and Mahon Street lies Las Palmas, a family-owned restaurant specializing in Tex-Mex cuisine and craft cocktails. This restaurant has a bright pink exterior and a rustic interior, making it stand out from other uptown establishments. In addition, Las Palmas hosts happy hour every day from 2 PM to 6 PM.
Las Palmas’ happy hour menu consists of specials costing $7.50 and beers costing $4. I recommend trying their Fiero Spritz, Batanga, Skinny Margarita, and House Margarita (frozen or on the rocks). They also have food options served a la carte, such as nacho fries, chalupa, gordita, and all kinds of tacos.
Public School 214
3700 McKinney Ave #148, Dallas, TX 75204
Phone: 214-599-6234
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Nestled uptown in Dallas’s West Village neighborhood, on McKinney Avenue and Cityplace West Boulevard, Public School 214 is a chef-driven gastropub with a schoolroom theme, complete with composition notebook menus. This casual atmosphere offers seasonal menu options and craft beers for any occasion. They also offer catering and private dining services.
Public School 214 holds its “Recess” happy hour every weekday from 3 PM to 6 PM. Their drink specials include $3 off every regular and seasonal draft beer, $8 signature cocktails, and $5 sangria. I recommend their best bar bite menu options: Parmesan truffle fries, bacon cheddar tots, crispy buffalo cauliflower, and PB&J sliders.
HG Sply Co.
2008 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
Phone: 469-334-0895
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If you’re in the mood for American fare and craft cocktails or beer, HG Sply Co, located on Greenville Avenue, might be the place for you. This restaurant has a rustic and chic aesthetic and offers several dining settings, including a rooftop patio and pergola. In addition, you can check out their happy hour menu every weekday from 3 PM to 6 PM.
Their deals include $3 draft beers, $5 cocktails, and half-price full-size appetizers. My favorite drinks I recommend you try are the HG Old Fashioned, Strawberry Smash, and Cucumber Smash. You should also try their cochinita nachos, smoky carrot hummus, and HG chips and queso.
Bowen House
2614 Boll St, Dallas, TX 75204
Phone: 214-484-1385
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If you’re looking for a vintage Victorian setting for enjoying the best happy hour in Dallas, consider visiting Bowen House, located on the corner of Boll Street and Howland Street, next to the Mckinney at Boll S-NS transit. This plush setting is ideal for single or group dinners. They offer daily happy hour from 4 PM to 6 PM.
Bowen House offers a wide selection of beer, wine, and cocktails for its visitors. The best drinks I recommend include Flor Del Sol, Operation Bumbo Drop, and Lennie Briscoe. I also recommend their fried brie or steak tartare appetizers before ordering their meat entrees.
Chelsea Corner
4830 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75205
Phone: 469-726-2211
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Nestled on the corner of McKinney Avenue and Monticello Avenue, Chelsea Corner is a restaurant that offers American fare in a casual and vintage environment. Enjoy a weekday night dining in their grass-lined backyard patio or in their dining rooms with HD screens for avid sports lovers. They host happy hour Monday through Thursday from 4 PM to 6:30 PM and Fridays from 11 AM to 6:30 PM.
Chelsea Corner’s happy hour deals include $6 select calls, house red or white wines, and $8 Casamigos Scratch Margaritas. They also offer pizza options for $10, with an additional $2 for a gluten-free cauliflower crust.
Happiest Hour
2616 Olive St, Dallas, TX 75201
Phone: 972-528-0067
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Nestled on the corner of Olive Street and Harry Hines Boulevard, a short distance away from Harry Hines Triangle Park, Happiest Hour is your go-to destination for inexpensive drinks in a casual and bustling environment. Some standout features include a rooftop deck and several HD monitors showcasing local sporting events. They also host several annual events.
Happiest Hour offers happy hour every Monday through Thursday from 4 PM to 7 PM on their lawn and rooftop. Their drink specials include wells for $6, wines by the glass for $7, and beer pints for $5. They also offer $7 bar eats. I recommend trying their Jim Beam or Eufloria Sparkling with pork sliders or BBQ chicken flatbread.
Leela’s Wine Bar
1914 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
Phone: 469-778-0201
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Located on Greenville Avenue, Leela’s Wine Bar is another place I recommend visiting for happy hour. They serve tap wine, preserved for quality without wasting numerous bottles.
Leela’s Wine Bar hosts happy hour on the weekdays from 4 PM to 6 PM. They also have an extensive dinner and brunch menu that matches its relaxed setting.
Leela’s happy hour specials include $5 house wines and $7 signature cocktails. In my opinion, their best drinks are Strawberry Hibiscus Smash, Leela’s Paloma, and Espresso Martini. I also recommend ordering their meat or cheese board to share with your friends as you chat the night away.
The Grapevine Bar
3902 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75219
Phone: 214-522-8466
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Located on the corner of Maple Avenue and Shelby Avenue, The Grapevine Bar is an excellent option for visitors interested in enjoying a nice drink in a lively lounge with great music. This dive bar offers an all-day happy hour on Mondays and Tuesdays. They also host a traditional happy hour on Wednesday through Saturday from 4 PM to 7 PM.
The Grapevine Bar offers frozen cocktails for $3 during happy hour. My favorites include Tangarita, Pom Pom, and Bellini. They also offer cold Texas beers on tap every day. This inclusive bar also provides bookings for several kinds of parties, including birthdays, weddings, and graduations.
Tiny Victories
604 N Tyler St, Dallas, TX 75208
Phone: 972-685-7055
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Do you prefer enjoying a drink in a smaller venue? If so, consider visiting Tiny Victories, located on North Tyler Street. This bar has 40 seats but has a wide variety of craft cocktails created by seasoned mixologist Ryan Payne. In addition, tiny Victories hosts happy hour every Tuesday through Friday from 4 PM to 7 PM in a cozy atmosphere with a small patio space.
Tiny Victories’ happy hour specials include half-price cocktails, domestic beer, and wine. My favorite drinks are Skin Tight Boogie, Tyler Street Swizzle, Corpse Reviver #2, and High Noon seltzer. Got room for more? Try their Spring Break 99 house shot for $5.
Toller Patio
3675 Ross Ave, Dallas, TX 75204
Phone: 469-608-1780
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Located on Ross Avenue, across from the Dallas Education Foundation, Toller Patio is another go-to destination for cocktails, bar bites, and other treats. This casual setting has a large dog-friendly patio for any lunch, brunch, or dinner occasion. In addition, they hold their happy hour every weekday from noon to 7 PM.
Some of their happy hour deals include draft cocktails for $6, wells for $5, and specific draft beers for $3. Their food specials include 7 wings, buffalo dip or pimento dip, hummus, and cheese with salsa. If you prefer something else, try their drinks from their tap beer or cocktails, boozy pops, or high balls.
Frankie’s Downtown
1303 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202
Phone: 214-741-1919
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Frankie’s Downtown is nestled on the corner of Main Street, and North Field Street is an excellent sports bar with a pub grub, ideal for the best happy hour in Dallas. Although they host happy hour every day from 11 AM to 7 PM, they offer half-price bottles of wine on Mondays, Whiskey Wednesdays, and happy hour all day and night on Tuesdays.
Tuesday’s reduced drink prices include $6 margaritas, $4 house spirits, $5 house wines, and $4 domestic bottles. Their food specials include stuffed jalapenos, chicken quesadilla snacks, and hoodoo fries. I recommend trying their Frankie’s Stein, Wildberry Mojito, or Texas Craft Draft.
The Woolworth
1520 Elm St #201, Dallas, TX 75201
Phone: 214-814-0588
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Looking for a place to enjoy quality drinks while exploring the West End district? Check out The Woolworth, located on Elm Street, next to the Giant Eyeball sculpture and half a mile from the Dallas World Aquarium. They offer a scratch-made menu with organic ingredients, a scenic view of the downtown area, a cozy and stylish vibe, and happy hour every day until 7 PM.
Their happy hour deals include $3 off of all glasses of wine, $1 off all beers, and $8 craft cocktails. The best cocktails I recommend include Smoke and Spice, Mule Kick, and That’s What She Said. You should also browse their spirits and meal menus.
The People’s Last Stand
5319 E Mockingbird Ln #210, Dallas, TX 75206
Phone: 214-370-8755
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Last but not least on my list of places with the best happy hour in Dallas is The People’s Last Stand, located on East Mockingbird Lane, in Mockingbird Station. This bistro has a relaxing vibe, perfect for unwinding after a long week. They also offer reservations for cocktail mixology classes.
The People’s Last Stand hosts happy hour every Wednesday through Sunday until 7 PM, featuring select cocktails costing around $8. Their top happy hour drink specials I recommend include Pineapple Purple Sky, One In A Melon, and Bay of Pigs. You should also order their assorted cheese board as a light snack to complement your drinks.
Final Thoughts
Dallas is a city that embraces the arts, so it’s no wonder there are several spots where you can enjoy a drink after traversing through its neighborhoods. Hopefully, this list can help you narrow down your top places to make each happy hour visit memorable.
Are you looking for somewhere offering more than happy hour? Then check out this article on the best places in Dallas where you can find brunch options with a diverse cocktail menu.
Don’t see your favorite happy hour destination on this list? Feel free to comment below, and I’ll check them out!
This is a fantastic list. Even the places I know about I was surprised by there HH.
Please continue to update and add more HH places. It’s great to see the happy hour special in writing like how these are.