Raise a glass because these local spots have the best happy hours in Scottsdale. Drink specials, food specials, and fun await!
Barrio Queen Happy Hour
This popular destination’s original location—Old Town Scottsdale—is still one of its most popular, and happy hour tends to draw a nice crowd. Barrio Queen serves authentic Mexican food in a fun destination featuring Dia de los Muertos decor. This Old Town Happy hour is available weekdays from 2-6 p.m. at this location (its daily at a few others), and includes the best happy hour food items such as Chicken Flautas, Elote Ribs, Potato Empanadas, and others for just $5. There are a variety of margaritas for $5 each, select wine and draft for $5, and specials on tequilas. Barrio Queen also has Margarita Mondays and Taco Tuesday specials.
7114 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
The Beverly Happy Hour
Even though they like to say they are “Old Town Scottsdale’s best-kept secret,” the word is out. This upscale, intimate cocktail lounge is a hip, fun place to be. Happy hour here is served weekdays from 4-7 p.m. Take advantage of $2 off beer bottles and seltzers, $3 off wine by the glass, and $4 off classic cocktails and the “Classic Af Cocktails.” For food, go for the $9 Truffle Fries or Sweet Potato Fries $12 Main Street Wings, or any of the other popular specials.
7018 E. Main St., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
https://www.beverlyonmain.com/menus/
Buck & Rider Happy Hour
Buck & Rider is known for its seafood—including its fresh fish and oysters that are flown in daily—as well as its steaks, and has a time-stamped raw bar menu. This North Scottsdale Happy hour runs from 3-7 p.m. daily and is available at the oyster bar, alcove, and patio bar. Or course, oysters are on the menu ($2.50) as are wild shrimp ($3). A small bites menu offers options such as Voodoo Fried Rice and Edna’s Picnic Chicken Snack for $11 and a variety of cocktails are just $11.
7015 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85054
https://buckandrider.com/north-scottsdale/
Cien Agaves Tacos & Tequila Happy Hour
For a casual, fun, and upbeat afternoon/evening, Cien Agaves Tacos & Tequila hits the spot. This Old Town Scottsdale destination for tacos and top-shelf tequila is a Scottsdale happy hour mainstay, offering $7 cien-a-ritas, $6 select appetizers, $3 Tinga Tacos, $4 Modelo Especial and Negra Modelo beers, and $2 off any wines by the glass from 3-6 p.m. daily. Tuesdays are Taco Tuesdays, of course, with $4 Tecate beer; $3 shredded beef, tinga chicken, and diabla shrimp tacos; and $7 pineapple infused tequila shots offered all day.
7228 E. First Ave., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
https://www.cienagaves.com/
Citizen Public House Happy Hour PHOTO
This award-winning restaurant by James Beard semi-finalist chef Bernie Kantak has been a staple of the Scottsdale food and beverage scene since 2011. The destination offers a daily Social Hour from 4-6 p.m. that includes numerous specials. Grab a seat at the large center bar and enjoy food options including the cult favorite Bacon Fat Popcorn, a hefty rotating quesadilla, and Cutino Chili Crunch Wings served with a tangy buttermilk herb dressing (the same one you find on the locale’s original chopped salad). Glasses of wine are $8, and there are $10 housemade cocktails pulled icy cold on draft. Try your luck with the dealer’s choice $10 sip.
7111 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Citizenpublichouse.com
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Head to Old Town Scottsdale and this modern Mexican restaurant for a daily happy hour that runs from 3-6 p.m. The menu includes appetizers for half-price, with the best happy hour options being, $4.50 street corn queso, a tray of brussels sprout nachos that can feed four for $7, and grilled street corn for just $3.50. Drink specials include $2 off beers, $6 Diego Margaritas, and $6 wine and sangria. On Mondays, Diego Pops hosts Taco Mondays, where tacos are just $3 all day.
4338 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
EVO Happy Hour
This locally owned locale, which has locations both in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale as well as North Scottsdale, is casually upscale. The menu is a mix of Italian dishes and pizzas, and drinks range from wine and beer to cocktails and spirits. A happy hour is offered from 4-6 p.m. daily, with $6 sangria, $5 well spirits, and discounts on select beers and wines.
15507 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 and 4175 N. Goldwater Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
https://evoscottsdale.com
HULA’S Modern Tiki Happy Hour
It’s tiki time! This take on a classic tiki bar/restaurant of the 1950s-1960s celebrates happy hour with $8 cocktails (Hula’s Mai Tai, Hula’s Hurricane, Tropical Itch, Lilikoi Margarity, The Pink Bikini Martini, and more), as well as a range of appetizers for just $8 (Hiro Sliders, Hawaiian Ceviche, Spicy Thai Fish Cakes, Sweet Potato Fries, Pork Taco, and more). For those who want to raise a glass but don’t prefer alcohol, there is also a range of mocktails available, also for $8. Wines are $2 off, well drinks are $7, and there are a range of daily specials as well, including Thursday’s Tiki Tacos for $5. Happy hour is 3:30-6 Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri.; 3:30-10 p.m. on Wed.; and Sat. and Sun. are drinks only specials from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
7213 E. 1st Ave., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
https://www.hulasmoderntiki.com
The Italian Daughter Happy Hour PHOTO
This neighborhood restaurant in North Scottsdale serves traditional Italian cuisine, from handcrafted pastas to coal-fired pizza. The locale leans toward an upscale feel, and live music is scheduled nightly. During happy hour, order $10 favorites from 2-5 p.m. The best happy hour items on the $10 menu are dishes such as Old School Baked Ziti, Short rib Bruschetta, Margherita Pizza, Chicken Parmesan Hero, and more. There’s also Martini Monday, with $5 martinis, and Tortelli Tuesday, with $5 tortellini dishes.
23655 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
https://www.theitaliandaughter.com
Maple & Ash Happy Hour
Maple & Ash—a steak and seafood destination—is not only known for its fun customized menus, Fire-Roasted Seafood Tower, martini trees, and champagne cart, but its “tower hour,” offered weekdays from 5-6 p.m. in the bar and lounge. A reverse tower hour, beginning at 8 p.m. on Monday only in the bar and lounge, is also available. During tower hour, score a version of the seafood tower (Manila clams, oysters, scallops, wild blue prawn, and Alaskan king crab) for $40. There are also oysters for $2 and various good drink specials.
7135 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
The Montauk Happy Hour
The Montauk celebrates happy hour all day on Mondays and from 3-6 p.m. every other day. The Happy Hour discounted menu includes their house-made potato chips and dip, clam chowder, deviled eggs, mac and cheese, crispy chicken sliders among new items, plus $5 draft beers, $6 well cocktails and $7 house wines. In addition to happy hour, wine lovers can score ½ off bottles every Wednesday. There is also live music every day at the Scottsdale lounge including acoustic performances and late-night DJ entertainment.
4360 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
https://www.themontaukaz.com/
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Moxies Happy Hour PHOTO
This upscale casual restaurant at Scottsdale Fashion Square features plenty of TVs, a large outdoor patio, bar and lounge, and globally inspired fare. This Scottsdale happy hour is offered weekdays from 3-6 p.m. with a $6 local craft draft, select handcrafted cocktails for $11, and food items including Poutine, Potstickers, Vegan Potstickers, and Thai Chili Chicken. On Wednesdays, bottles of wine are half-off.
7014 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen Happy Hour
Looking for the best Scottsdale happy hour that doesn’t bust your wallet or your health goals? Picazzo’s healthy hour is this destination’s twist on happy hour. Wind down your day with a selection of eats like scratch-made organic turkey meatballs, wings that are baked not fried, and buttery garlic scratch-made gluten-free focaccia cheesebread. Add an $8 signature cocktail, $7 Zo’s House-made Sangria, $6 house wine or $5 draft beer. Available 3-6 p.m. daily.
7325 Frank Lloyd Wright, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Roaring Fork Happy Hour PHOTO
The iconic Roaring Fork’s Wood Fired Cooking captures the spirit of bold American cuisine, creating flavors that crackle with a rugged edge. Here, happy hour is available in the bar area from 4-6pm daily. Enjoy good deals on margaritas and food. There are also $7 wines by the glass, and the restaurant’s popular Big Ass Burger is just $13.
4800 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
The Rooster Tavern Happy Hour
This local neighborhood dive bar/restaurant in North Scottsdale near the Scottsdale Airpark is the unofficial home of Chiefs football. A happy hour is offered daily, with menu options that range from Flatbread Sticks ($8.99) to Margherita Pizza Cupcakes ($10.99) to Jalapeno Poppers ($8.99).
14202 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
https://theroostertavern.com
STK Steakhouse Happy Hour
This steakhouse is not your typical stuffy locale. Hip, fun, and chic, the Old Town Scottsdale happy hour locale draws crowds for its steaks, seafood, and raw bar. Happy hour here is available Sunday through Friday from 2:30-5:30 p.m. anywhere in the restaurant, and Sunday through Thursday from 9 p.m. until close in the bar, lounge, or on the patio. The best happy hour items include the Oyster on The Half Shell ($3), Tater Tots ($3), Wagyu Meatballs ($6), Lil’ Shroom Cheeseburger & Truffle Fries ($6), Japanese A5 Wagyu Taco ($9), Tuna Tartare Taco ($9), and more for bites, and $9 signature cocktails, deals on wines by the glass, and even a $49 glass of Dom Pérignon (or $249 bottle).
7134 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Sushi Brokers Happy Hour
Craving sushi? This locale just north of the Scottsdale Airpark is a favorite for those with looking for casual sushi or Japanese food. This North Scottsdale happy hour is offered daily from 3-6:30 p.m., and a reverse happy hour is available Monday through Saturday from 10 p.m. until close. The extensive menu features appetizers, rolls, one piece of sushi, and drinks.
17025 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
www.sushibrokers.com
Uchi Happy Hour
Uchi—which means “home” in Japanese—was founded by James Beard Award-winning chef Tyson Cole. Find non-traditional Japanese cuisine with a variety of hot and cool tastings, sushi and sashimi, makimono, yakimono, tempura, and an ever-changing omakase (or chef’s choice menu) based on season items. During the daily 4-6 p.m. happy hour, the traditional omakase—which is typically $300-plus—is $120. There are also numerous specials on both drinks and food. The menu is updated daily.
3821 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
https://uchi.uchirestaurants.com/location/scottsdale/
The Vig Happy Hour
This neighborhood hangout, which has two Scottsdale locations, serves American eats in an indoor/outdoor space with TVs and “good vibes.” The Vig is a popular place to meet up with friends, and this Scottsdale happy hour is no exception. Offered daily from 3-6 p.m., the options include Nachos ($12), BBQ Pork Sliders ($6), Truffle Parmesan Fries ($8), Pork or Chicken Tacos ($6), and more. There’s a menu of “Vignature” cocktails for $8, including a Nitro Espresso Martini, Blackberry Smash, and Vig Old Fashioned. There is also $7 select wines, $5 draft beers, and $5 well liquor.
7345 N. Via Paseo Del Sur, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 and 10199 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
www.thevig.us
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