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Whether it’s been a long day at work and you’re looking for spots to relax, or you’re wanting to spend social hour someplace new and MEET someone new, you’ve come to the right place. Happy hour is easily our favorite time of day, not just for the deals on drinks and snacks, but also for meeting new folks while exploring the Queen City.
NOTE: While NC law does not allow Happy Hour pricing on alcohol, many spots discount their eats during the “Happy Hours”, and many offer “All Day Drink Specials” as a work-around. We’ve listed those we found below, along with our favorite spots to relax and unwind.
PS: For wine lovers looking for wine specials during the week, check out our half-priced wine lineup.
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Village Tavern SCOOP SPONSOR
4201 Congress St.
The Scoop: Village Tavern has a large patio and daily drink specials that make for a great way to relax after work.
- Monday: $1 Off Draft Beers
- Tuesday: $2 Off Specialty Cocktails
- Wednesday: 1/2 Price Wines by the Glass
- Thursday: $2 Off Tavern Classics
- Friday: $2 Off Margaritas, Mojitos and Mules
- Saturday: $2 Off Martinis
- Sunday: $2 Off Bloody Mary’s, Mimosas and Screwdrivers
Bar One Lounge at 800° Carolinas SCOOP SPONSOR
6815 Phillips Pl Ct.
The Scoop: Woodfired pizzas, mouthwatering appetizers, and half off bottles of wine at BAR ONE on Wednesdays make 800° Carolinas a go-to spot for happy hour.
Dilworth Tasting Room
4905 Ashley Park Ln Suite J (SouthPark), 300 E Tremont Ave (Dilworth)
The Scoop: Grab a spot on the spacious patio at both DTR locations to enjoy these all-day specials:
- Tuesday: Flight Night featuring 3, 2oz pours of our red or white wines by the glass, plus a complimentary small charcuterie plate.
- Thursday: Half-price select bottles of Rosé
The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar
4310 Sharon Rd
The Scoop: Take half off Cowfish Martinis every Tuesday, along with half off bottles of wine on Wednesdays.
Bulla Gastrobar
4310 Sharon Rd w01
The Scoop: Enjoy daily drink specials and a special tapas menu available at the bar only, Monday through Sunday from 5 – 7 p.m.
Mizu
3100 Apex Dr 9th Floor
The Scoop: Head over for happy hour Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 5 – 7 p.m. where you can enjoy snackable food like oysters and a Hamachi Tartare. Full happy hour menu can be found here.
Rocksalt
512 Brandywine Rd Ste 500
Daily Drink Specials:
Tuesday – Half-price bottles of wine
Wednesday – $5 Draft Beer
Thursday – $7 Old Fashioned
Saturday and Sunday – $7 Mimosa and Bloody Mary
Half-Price Oysters ($1.25): Tuesday – Thursday from 4 pm – 6 pm; Friday – Sunday from opening to 4 pm.
Napa on Providence (Myers Park) & Napa at Kingsley (South Charlotte)
SCOOP SPONSOR
110 Perrin Pl & 1310 Broadcloth St, Fort Mill, SC
The Scoop: Popular daily happy hour specials earn Napa on Providence and Napa at Kingsley a well-deserved spot on our list. In the bar, enjoy food and drink specials Sunday through Thursday, 4:00-6:30 p.m. Click here for the full happy hour menu.
ACE No. 3 SCOOP SPONSOR
Belmont Village, Myers Park, Concord Mills
The Scoop: Sometimes, a quick burger, fries, and a shake to share is all we need. Head to Ace No. 3 for milkshake happy hour, “Shake Break”, which features soft serve milkshakes for just $2.50 weekdays from 2-4 p.m. at all locations. Both classic and seasonal flavors are included.
The Teal Turnip
1640 Oakhurst Commons Dr Suite 105
The Scoop: Brand new to the Queen City, The Teal Turnip offers small plates made with local ingredients and a lively bar that’s great for mingling. Head there for bar bites and live music, every Tuesday from 5 – 8 p.m.
Big Ben British Restaurant & Pub
1535 Elizabeth Ave
Weekly specials:
**$6 appetizers from 3 – 6 p.m. on weekdays
- Monday: $12 Salads, $5 Pints
- Tuesday: $10 Taco Platters, $7 Tequila
- Wednesday: $7 Whiskey, $10 Flatbreads, $8 Burgers and a side
- Thursday: $5 English Beer, $14 British Entrée
- Friday: $13 Famous Big Ben Fish & Chips, 1/2 price bottles of wine
- Saturday & Sunday: $4 Mimosas, $5 Bloody Marys, $18 Carafes, $30 Mimosa Flight
Eden
1212 Pecan Ave
The Scoop: New to Plaza Midwood, Eden is serving craft cocktails in a three-story venue with a lounge feel. They also have shareable plates, desserts, and charcuterie to finish off your night.
The Lobby
Hotel Refuge
The Scoop: For happy hour, plan a visit to The Lobby, the new cocktail lounge inside Refuge Charlotte in Plaza Midwood. The Lobby offers craft cocktails, retail and gifts for purchase, with light bites expected to join the line-up in the near future.
Whiskey Warehouse
1221 The Plaza
The Scoop: Enjoy the picture-perfect rooftop city view, plus delicious starters and daily drink specials.
Daily specials:
- Monday: $4 Samuel Adams Seasonal, $5 George Dickel Lemonade
- Tuesday: $3.50 Michelob Ultra Bottle, $7 Specialty Cocktails
- Wednesday: $4 Drafts, $3 Sparkling Rosé
- Thursday: Half-Price Glasses & Bottles of Wine, $4 Truly & Whiteclaw
- Friday: $5 Wells, $4 Corona & Corona Light
- Saturday: $3 Mimosas, $3 Miller Lite Bottles, $5 Bloody Marys
- Sunday: $3 Mimosas, $3 Bud Light Bottles, $5 Bloody Marys
Stroke
1318 Pecan Ave Suite 101
The Scoop: A round of putt-putt followed by cocktails and snacks make for a great way to end the night, rather it is on a date or with coworkers after a long day.
Daily specials:
- Monday: $5 draft beers
- Wednesday: 25% off charcuterie boards
- Thursday: $10 seasonal cocktails
- Friday: $15 lunch special – beer, slider, side
- Sunday: $20 mimosa carafes
Pizza Peel & Taproom (Plaza Midwood)
1600 Central Ave
Daily specials:
- Tuesday: $4 Charlotte draft beers
- Wednesday: $3 well drinks
- Thursday: Half-off bottles of wine
- Friday: $2 off whiskeys & $2.50 PBR
- Saturday: $5 house margaritas
- Sunday: $4 mimosas & house Bloody Marys
Idlewild
424 E 36th St Unit 2
The Scoop: A cozy, relaxed cocktail bar with speakeasy vibes nestled in NoDa changes the game by having no drink menu. Instead, tell your bartender what you’re in the mood to drink, and they’ll make a curated cocktail based on your liking. Perfect for a first date or to stop by for after-work drinks.
Bakersfield
1301 East Blvd
The Scoop: If you find yourself craving tacos and tequila after a long day of work, Bakersfield is a great spot to stop by before heading home. On Tuesdays, enjoy $3 tacos and $5 shots of tequila.
The Waterman Fish Bar (South End & LKN) SCOOP SPONSOR
2729 South Blvd suite d (South End), 9615 Bailey Rd, Cornelius
The Scoop: Oyster Happy Hour is just one slurp away! Take advantage of $1.50 house oysters (typically the Sea Level Salts) weekdays from 2-7 p.m. Want the full experience? Wash it down with a Boat Drink or a glass of White.
Link & Pin New Bern SCOOP SPONSOR
155 New Bern St
The Scoop: Link & Pin New Bern has just launched a new happy hour bar menu that’s worth visiting. This new menu is only available at the South End location and only at the bar.
Happy Hour Bar Menu
Available Monday-Thursday from 4-6pm
- House Burger- $5
- Backyard Burger- $5
- Ahi Tuna Tacos- $5
- Brussels Sprouts- $5
Canopy Cocktails & Garden
118 E Kingston Ave UNIT 10
The Scoop: Canopy Cocktails & Garden makes for a great spot to hang out after work and meet new people. This cocktail lounge stays open late (we’re talking 2 a.m, Wednesday through Sunday), has a relaxed ambiance, and of course makes delicious craft cocktails that keep us coming back for more.
QC Pour House
200 W Tremont Ave #101
The Scoop: A lively bar in the heart of South End made for grabbing a casual drink and watching your favorite team play on the big screen.
Daily Specials:
- Monday: $5 Local Drafts
- Tuesday: $5 Well Liquor Drinks & $7 Red Bull Vodkas
- Wednesday: $6 Wine Night & $3 PBRs
- Thursday: $7 Select QCPH Cocktail
- Saturday: $7 Double Mimosas, Bloody Marys, and Pour House Palomas
- Sunday: $7 Double Mimosas, Bloody Marys, and Panther Punch
Suffolk Punch
2911 Griffith St.
The Scoop: Enjoy half-priced beer every Thursday and Sunday at this Charlotte favorite.
State of Confusion (LoSo)
3500 Dewitt Ln
The Scoop: Open late, State of Confusion features cuisine from Latin America, New Orleans, and the Carolina Lowcountry along with drinks and a spacious outdoor patio, making it a great option for social hour or even a first date.
Red Salt by David Burke SCOOP SPONSOR
North Tower, 555 S McDowell St Tower
The Scoop: Nothing quite beats a good burger after a long day of work, or a glass of wine to mingle in the bar area. Head to Red Salt by David Burke for Tuesday Burger Night — where you can enjoy $8 Burger, $5 Beer + $7 Wine.
Cloud Bar by David Burke SCOOP SPONSOR
555 S McDowell St.
The Scoop: Head to Cloud Bar by David Burke for a happy hour accompanied by breathtaking views of the skyline. As you mingle, order a cocktail and a bite to share from the DB Bites menu which has dishes such as tuna tartare tacos, crispy brussels, and charcuterie and cheese.
Sea Level SCOOP SPONSOR
129 E 5th St.
The Scoop: A top pick for Uptown happy hours, Sea Level serves up $1.50 oysters from 2 – 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Try the cornbread, signature cocktails, and beer and wine to accompany your oysters.
Eddie V’s Prime Seafood
101 S Tryon St Suite 100
The Scoop: Happy hour so good, they had to come up with a new name for it. Head to Eddie V’s Sunday through Thursday, 4 – 6:30 p.m. for Eddie’s Hours, which includes a variety of teasers, appetizers, hand-shaken cocktails, and wine by the glass, all at happy hour prices.
Aura Rooftop
124 E Stonewall St.
The Scoop: Get away without actually getting away at Aura Rooftop bar and pool at the JW Marriott Hotel in Uptown. Take $3 off all food items while you’re at it, Monday through Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Check out happenings at Aura Rooftop here.
Ink N Ivy
222 S Church St.
Daily specials:
- Monday: $4 Sam Adams Draft and $5 Tito’s
- Tuesday: $4 Drafts, $5 Camarena Margarita, $15 Margarita Flight
- Wednesday: 1/2 price GLASSES of wine
- Thursday: $6 specialty cocktails & $4 Truly
- Friday: $5 Wells and $4 Corona
- Saturday: $3 mimosas, $5 Bloody Marys, $3 Coors Light, $4 Dos Equis draft
- Sunday: $3 Bud Light bottles, $5 Bloody Marys, $3 mimosas, $15 House Brut bottles
Que Onda Tacos + Tequila Uptown
333 W Trade St #101
The Scoop: What’s better than tacos and tequila? Food and drink specials. Head to Que Onda in Uptown for daily happenings, specials vary by location.
Weekly Specials:
- Tuesday: $2.50 Tacos, $4 Mexican Drafts, $5 Local Drafts
- Wednesday: $5 Small Nachos | ADD Shred Chix, Ground Beef, Carnitas or Veggies ADD $2, Half Off ALL Tequila
- Thursday: $3 Off ALL Fajitas, $2 Off All Menu Margaritas
- Friday: $5 Large Gold Margarita 20 Ounces (Add on a Gold Tequila Shot to Marg for $4 | Add Flavors $1)
- Saturday: $6 Sorbet Marg, $6 Sangria
- Sunday: $5 All Drafts and Mimosas, $4 Glass of Mimosa, $19 Bottle of Champagne + flavor
Hestia Rooftop
14819 Ballantyne Village Way
The Scoop: Grab a cocktail as you take in views of all of South Charlotte and beyond on this new Ballantyne rooftop. While you’re there, be sure to check out the bar menu filled with creative options such as wagyu tacos, brown sugar rice sticks, Shio Koji salmon, and more.
Duckworth’s Ballantyne SCOOP SPONSOR
14015 Conlan Cir
The Scoop: One of our favorite spots to casually grab a bite to eat, Duckworth’s offers eye-catching weekly specials at each location. Stop in for a drink after work, or head there on a date for delicious drinks and even yummier food. Check out their weekly specials here.
The Pump House SCOOP SPONSOR
575 Herrons Ferry Road, Rock Hill, SC
The Scoop: This yummy happy hour features $10 bites from the bar, $4 draft beers, $7 craft cocktails, and half-off glasses of wine $20 or under. Served in the bar Sunday – Thursday, 4 – 6:30 p.m.
eeZ Fusion & Sushi
16925 Birkdale Commons Pkwy F, Huntersville
The Scoop: If sushi and cocktails are what you’re craving, eeZ Fusion is the place to go.
Daily Drink Specials:
- Monday: Half-price handcrafted cocktails
- Tuesday: Half-price martinis
- Wednesday: Half-price on all bottles of wine
- Thursday: Half-price on all Sake
- Sunday: $5 Bloody Marys & Mimosas; $2 Domestics & $5 Sake Bombs
Drift on Lake Wylie SCOOP SPONSOR
315-M Lanyard Ln, Belmont
The Scoop: Happy hour deals and views that are hard to beat. Head down to the Lake Wylie area for “Drift & Sip”, with deals on select beer, wine, and cocktails along with mouthwatering bites from the kitchen $10 and under.
