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The Best Happy Hours in Houston: Where to Drink & Dine for Less

William Crable

February 13th, 2025


Houston is packed with incredible bars and restaurants, but finding the best happy hour deals can be a challenge. Whether you're craving craft cocktails, Southern comfort food, fresh sushi, or a lively spot with frozen drinks, we've rounded up the best happy hours in Houston to check out right now.

Houston skyline at sunset
Plume Houston's elegant cocktails

1. Plume Houston

  • Deal: $10 Classic Cocktails, $10 House-Curated Shots
  • Location: The Heights
  • Timing: All-day Tuesday & Wednesday-Friday, 4-6 PM
  • Website: Plume Houston
  • Why We Love It: This Modern Deco, Hollywood Chic-inspired lounge brings a high-energy vibe while still feeling intimate and inviting. During happy hour, you can sip on classic cocktails like the Army & Navy, Old Fashioned, Espresso Martini, Tommy's Margarita, and French 75.
Sliders atLucille's restaurant

2. Lucille's

  • Deal: Half-off signature cocktails and select appetizers, $7 Classic Cocktails
  • Location: Museum District
  • Timing: Tuesday-Thursday, 4-6 PM
  • Website: Lucille's
  • Why We Love It: A tribute to nearly a century of culinary excellence, Lucille's is a nationally acclaimed restaurant that specializes in refined Southern cuisine with international influences. Founded by brothers Chris and Ben Williams, the restaurant honors their great-grandmother, Lucille B. Smith, a pioneer in Southern cooking.
Sushi platter at Oishii

3. Oishii

  • Deal: $3.25 domestic beers, $3.75 imported beers, $4.25 house wine/hot sake, BOGO appetizers $5.95
  • Location: Greenway Plaza
  • Timing: Monday-Friday, 3-7 PM & Saturday, 3-6 PM
  • Website: Oishii
  • Why We Love It: This family-owned Japanese restaurant serves up fresh sushi, sashimi, tempura, and more, with excellent happy hour specials. Whether you're dining in or grabbing takeout, Oishii's happy hour is a steal for sushi lovers.
Exterior of State Fare Restaurant

4. State Fare

  • Deal: $5 draft beers, $7 wine glasses, $8 select cocktails, $7 frozen cocktails
  • Location: Multiple locations: Memorial City, The Woodlands, Sugar Land
  • Timing: Monday-Friday, 3-7 PM
  • Website: State Fare
  • Why We Love It: This upbeat eatery offers a fresh take on Southern classics and is a go-to for everything from business lunches to weekend brunch. With multiple locations, it's an easy pick no matter where you are in the city. While you're at it, keep them in mind for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 AM-4 PM, one of Houston's most popular!

From chic cocktail bars to sushi spots and Southern comfort food havens, these best happy hours in Houston bring great deals and even better vibes. Looking for even more great deals? Visit HappyHopper to see the best happy hours near you!

Author William Crable exploring the Grand Canyon

About the Author

William is an avid traveler who has been to 38 US States and a few different countries. His current goals are to visit all 50 States and to see a Football game in every NFL Stadium (3/30).

William is a co-founder of HappyHopper. When he's not driving around the United States trying out as many restaurants as possible, he's helping build the most extensive database of food and drink specials worldwide.

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