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16 Solid Happy Hours in San Francisco

Get happy with deals on food and drinks at these restaurants and bars

by Dianne de Guzman and Paolo Bicchieri Updated Apr 25, 2024, 1:58pm PDT

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by Dianne de Guzman and Paolo Bicchieri Updated Apr 25, 2024, 1:58pm PDT

Patricia Chang

There is never a bad time to take it easy on your wallet, but sometimes there’s also a need to go out with friends for a social moment. Enter the good ol’ fashioned happy hour: they’re not quite as ubiquitous as they once were, with a lot of people working from home, but it’s not an entirely dead concept. There are still plenty of places carrying the happy hour torch, including offering the classic, accompanying oyster special. There are a host of places to get inexpensive cocktails while enjoying breathtaking waterfront views and spectacular food deals. These 16 happy hours give San Francisco a breath of fresh air and your wallet a sigh of relief.

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Popi's Oysterette

Popi’s Oysterette is a newer happy hour offering, but it’s already earning some neighborhood buzz. Try chicken wings laden in a fish sauce caramel ($10) or the steamed Manila clams ($8), and pair it with a $7 glass of wine or a $6 beer or Mommenpop sangria. Monday through Thursday, 3-5 p.m.

2095 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123

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Causwells

Causwells’ happy hour perhaps isn’t the most robust menu around, but it’s guaranteed the drinks will be unique, with barman Elmer Mejicanos designing the refreshments. The trio of $9 cocktails rotates, but currently includes three frozen options, such as the coconut and pistachio frozen cocktail featuring coconut rum, pistachio milk, cold-pressed citrus, and pistachio orgeat. Add on some oysters served with Angostura mignonette for $2 each or $11 for a dozen. Tuesday through Sunday, 3-5 p.m.

2346 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123

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Palm House

During happy hour, Palm House offers a number of specials, including the Palm House Slushy for $8; wine by the glass for $7; plus $5 off beer pitchers and half-off punch bowls. Meanwhile, the hungry will want dishes such as the guacamole-like smashed avocado with lime and chile oil ($9), tuna poke taquitos ($10), and coconut popcorn shrimp ($9). Monday through Friday, 4-6 p.m.

2032 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94123

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One Market Restaurant

Just across the street from the Ferry Building, this restaurant offers Muni or BART travelers a chance to unwind before the journey in a classic San Francisco restaurant. Happy hour fare is not to be missed — the deviled eggs are $10, chickpea fries cost $9, while a latke will set you back just $4.25. Loaded latkes, with your choice of smoked salmon, pastrami, or pulled brisket will cost somewhere between $7.50 and $8.50. A selection of cocktails will cost you $9. Monday to Friday, 4-8 p.m.

1 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94105

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Deviled eggs from One Market’s happy hour menu.

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PABU

The PABU Izakaya happy hour is still alive and well, featuring yukon and sweet potatoe fries with garlic-miso dip for $6.88, karaage nuggets for $7.88, and a spicy hand roll for $6.88. On the drinks side, sip on a Suntory highball for $10.88, or nurse a 22-ounce Sapporo for $9.88. Monday to Saturday, 4-5:30 p.m.

101 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111

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Waterbar Restaurant

Chef Parke Ulrich’s high-end Embarcadero restaurant launched its own rather affordable happy hour. Sidle up to the bar for $5 beer, $8 wine, and $10 cocktails. For cocktails, the options are limited to the El Tesoro Blanco Margarita and an Andino spritz, which is nothing to complain about while taking in the luxurious view of the Bay. There’s also a daily featured oyster available for $1.55 each. Daily, 2:30-5 p.m.

399 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94105

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The Harlequin

The space where the Harlequin now resides has long been a neighborhood happy hour spot, but even with an updated look, the owners are committed to keeping the happy hour vibes intact for the locals. In that regard, it’s a classic happy hour menu with $10 cocktails, $8 glasses of wine, and $2 oysters. Daily, 4-6 p.m.

68 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103

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Violet's

Violet’s happy hour options include Montucky Cold Snacks for $4, cocktails like the Ultraviolet (with butterfly pea flower gin, Hendrick’s, and creme de violette) for $10, and fries for $6. Don’t take a table in the dining room and expect to get the deal, however: Violet’s happy hour is for bar patrons only. Monday to Thursday, 5-6 p.m., Friday through Sunday, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

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2301 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94121

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Doppio Zero San Francisco

This Italian Bay Area staple has a bevy of happy hour offerings for thirsty and hungry customers. Truffle french fries go for $6, a potato croquette with truffle fondue for $8, and six-inch pizzas for $8. All cocktails are $3 off, too, and draft beer is $2 cheaper. Monday to Thursday, 4:30-6 p.m.

395 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102

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The Madrigal

Ordering cocktails from Hi Neighbor Hospitality Group (Oakland’s Mama and FiDi’s the Vault) for $10 a piece is rare in its own right, let alone for a nighttime happy hour. The Madrigal, then, is hoping to provide this exceptional offering every week. Round out your stop with food from the happy hour menu, but keep in mind that the kitchen closes by 10:45 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, 9 p.m. to close.

100 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102

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The Madrigal on Van Ness.

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Bar Crudo

Bar Crudo’s excellent, seafood-focused happy hour is a popular one, due to high-quality seafood offerings at a discounted price. There are $2 oysters or herb- and jalapeño-marinated mussels (all sold by the 1⁄2 dozen or dozen), crispy cod tacos ($12, two per plate), and Crudo’s popular seafood chowder ($12), all of which can be washed down with $5 beer or $9 wine specials. Monday through Saturday, 5-6:30 p.m.

655 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117

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Cavaña

If you’re looking for a rooftop happy hour near the ballpark, Cavaña might be the spot. Head over for the La Hora Dorada, or, the Golden Hour during which select specialty cocktails such as the paloma rioja, featuring Cazcabel tequila blanco, blood orange and grapefruit aperitif, with lime and black lava salt cost just $13. A trio of snacks are also available at special prices, such as $4 off the bar’s guacamole. Monday to Friday, 4-6 p.m.

100 Channel St, San Francisco, CA 94158

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Souvla

The stunning Dogpatch location of Souvla holds a happy hour special that’s easy on the wallet, provided you’re able to arrive on time. Snack on $10 mezze including items like the spinach-y spanakopita, alongside $12 glasses of Greek wine. Daily, 3-6 p.m.

2505 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107

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A view of the bar and dining room at Souvla Dogpatch.

El Techo de Lolinda

One of the best happy hour views in town can be found at this rowdy rooftop bar, accompanied by $5 cervezas, $7 margaritas, $18 sangria pitchers, plus bar bites that range from guacamole to empanadas. It can get quite crowded, especially on a sunny afternoon so plan to arrive on the earlier side. Monday to Friday, 4-6 p.m.

2518 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110

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Mr. Digby's

This Noe Valley neighborhood spot offers a wallet-friendly happy hour with takes on classic drinks such as a cucumber margarita that costs just $10, plus a rotating dealers choice special. Pair that drink with $5 bites, such as fries or deviled eggs. Tuesday through Sunday, 5-6 p.m.

1199 Church St, San Francisco, CA 94114

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Uma Casa

Portuguese restaurant Uma Casa’s happy hour features specials that could very well double as an early (and affordable) meal. Bites start at $6 and go up to $20 for a halved piri-piri chicken. Drink specials, meanwhile, include $4 Portuguese beers, and $9 wine, spritz, and well cocktails. Tuesday through Saturday, 5-6:30 p.m.

1550 Church St (Duncan), San Francisco, CA 94131

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Popi's Oysterette

2095 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123

Popi’s Oysterette is a newer happy hour offering, but it’s already earning some neighborhood buzz. Try chicken wings laden in a fish sauce caramel ($10) or the steamed Manila clams ($8), and pair it with a $7 glass of wine or a $6 beer or Mommenpop sangria. Monday through Thursday, 3-5 p.m.

2095 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123

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Causwells

2346 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123

Causwells’ happy hour perhaps isn’t the most robust menu around, but it’s guaranteed the drinks will be unique, with barman Elmer Mejicanos designing the refreshments. The trio of $9 cocktails rotates, but currently includes three frozen options, such as the coconut and pistachio frozen cocktail featuring coconut rum, pistachio milk, cold-pressed citrus, and pistachio orgeat. Add on some oysters served with Angostura mignonette for $2 each or $11 for a dozen. Tuesday through Sunday, 3-5 p.m.

2346 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123

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Palm House

2032 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94123

During happy hour, Palm House offers a number of specials, including the Palm House Slushy for $8; wine by the glass for $7; plus $5 off beer pitchers and half-off punch bowls. Meanwhile, the hungry will want dishes such as the guacamole-like smashed avocado with lime and chile oil ($9), tuna poke taquitos ($10), and coconut popcorn shrimp ($9). Monday through Friday, 4-6 p.m.

2032 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94123

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One Market Restaurant

1 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94105

Just across the street from the Ferry Building, this restaurant offers Muni or BART travelers a chance to unwind before the journey in a classic San Francisco restaurant. Happy hour fare is not to be missed — the deviled eggs are $10, chickpea fries cost $9, while a latke will set you back just $4.25. Loaded latkes, with your choice of smoked salmon, pastrami, or pulled brisket will cost somewhere between $7.50 and $8.50. A selection of cocktails will cost you $9. Monday to Friday, 4-8 p.m.

1 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94105

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Deviled eggs from One Market’s happy hour menu.

PABU

101 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111

The PABU Izakaya happy hour is still alive and well, featuring yukon and sweet potatoe fries with garlic-miso dip for $6.88, karaage nuggets for $7.88, and a spicy hand roll for $6.88. On the drinks side, sip on a Suntory highball for $10.88, or nurse a 22-ounce Sapporo for $9.88. Monday to Saturday, 4-5:30 p.m.

101 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111

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Waterbar Restaurant

399 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94105

Chef Parke Ulrich’s high-end Embarcadero restaurant launched its own rather affordable happy hour. Sidle up to the bar for $5 beer, $8 wine, and $10 cocktails. For cocktails, the options are limited to the El Tesoro Blanco Margarita and an Andino spritz, which is nothing to complain about while taking in the luxurious view of the Bay. There’s also a daily featured oyster available for $1.55 each. Daily, 2:30-5 p.m.

399 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94105

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The Harlequin

68 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103

The space where the Harlequin now resides has long been a neighborhood happy hour spot, but even with an updated look, the owners are committed to keeping the happy hour vibes intact for the locals. In that regard, it’s a classic happy hour menu with $10 cocktails, $8 glasses of wine, and $2 oysters. Daily, 4-6 p.m.

68 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103

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Violet's

2301 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94121

Violet’s happy hour options include Montucky Cold Snacks for $4, cocktails like the Ultraviolet (with butterfly pea flower gin, Hendrick’s, and creme de violette) for $10, and fries for $6. Don’t take a table in the dining room and expect to get the deal, however: Violet’s happy hour is for bar patrons only. Monday to Thursday, 5-6 p.m., Friday through Sunday, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

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2301 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94121

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Doppio Zero San Francisco

395 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102

This Italian Bay Area staple has a bevy of happy hour offerings for thirsty and hungry customers. Truffle french fries go for $6, a potato croquette with truffle fondue for $8, and six-inch pizzas for $8. All cocktails are $3 off, too, and draft beer is $2 cheaper. Monday to Thursday, 4:30-6 p.m.

395 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102

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The Madrigal

100 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102

Ordering cocktails from Hi Neighbor Hospitality Group (Oakland’s Mama and FiDi’s the Vault) for $10 a piece is rare in its own right, let alone for a nighttime happy hour. The Madrigal, then, is hoping to provide this exceptional offering every week. Round out your stop with food from the happy hour menu, but keep in mind that the kitchen closes by 10:45 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, 9 p.m. to close.

100 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102

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The Madrigal on Van Ness.

Bar Crudo

655 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117

Bar Crudo’s excellent, seafood-focused happy hour is a popular one, due to high-quality seafood offerings at a discounted price. There are $2 oysters or herb- and jalapeño-marinated mussels (all sold by the 1⁄2 dozen or dozen), crispy cod tacos ($12, two per plate), and Crudo’s popular seafood chowder ($12), all of which can be washed down with $5 beer or $9 wine specials. Monday through Saturday, 5-6:30 p.m.

655 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117

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Cavaña

100 Channel St, San Francisco, CA 94158

If you’re looking for a rooftop happy hour near the ballpark, Cavaña might be the spot. Head over for the La Hora Dorada, or, the Golden Hour during which select specialty cocktails such as the paloma rioja, featuring Cazcabel tequila blanco, blood orange and grapefruit aperitif, with lime and black lava salt cost just $13. A trio of snacks are also available at special prices, such as $4 off the bar’s guacamole. Monday to Friday, 4-6 p.m.

100 Channel St, San Francisco, CA 94158

A drink at Cavana.

Souvla

2505 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107

The stunning Dogpatch location of Souvla holds a happy hour special that’s easy on the wallet, provided you’re able to arrive on time. Snack on $10 mezze including items like the spinach-y spanakopita, alongside $12 glasses of Greek wine. Daily, 3-6 p.m.

2505 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107

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A view of the bar and dining room at Souvla Dogpatch.

El Techo de Lolinda

2518 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110

One of the best happy hour views in town can be found at this rowdy rooftop bar, accompanied by $5 cervezas, $7 margaritas, $18 sangria pitchers, plus bar bites that range from guacamole to empanadas. It can get quite crowded, especially on a sunny afternoon so plan to arrive on the earlier side. Monday to Friday, 4-6 p.m.

2518 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110

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Mr. Digby's

1199 Church St, San Francisco, CA 94114

This Noe Valley neighborhood spot offers a wallet-friendly happy hour with takes on classic drinks such as a cucumber margarita that costs just $10, plus a rotating dealers choice special. Pair that drink with $5 bites, such as fries or deviled eggs. Tuesday through Sunday, 5-6 p.m.

1199 Church St, San Francisco, CA 94114

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Uma Casa

1550 Church St (Duncan), San Francisco, CA 94131

Portuguese restaurant Uma Casa’s happy hour features specials that could very well double as an early (and affordable) meal. Bites start at $6 and go up to $20 for a halved piri-piri chicken. Drink specials, meanwhile, include $4 Portuguese beers, and $9 wine, spritz, and well cocktails. Tuesday through Saturday, 5-6:30 p.m.

1550 Church St (Duncan), San Francisco, CA 94131

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