It’s about time we talked about KC happy hours, folks. No matter if you’re grabbing a quick beer after work, on the hunt for some discounted bites, or just want to have a chill hangout while going easy on the wallet, we’ve got this round.
Here are 24 places around town pouring the best deals right now in the City of Fountains — so drink up and be merry.
Keeping spirits up
Draftcade | Fri.-Sat. 4-6 p.m. | At this Zona Rosa arcade bar, “Galaga” just isn’t the same without a $3 well drink next to your blaster button.
Rye | Mon.-Fri. 3-6 p.m. | Head to Leawood (or KC) for some leisurely sipping — wash down a $5 slice of its famous pie with a classic cocktail (like the Old Old-Fashioned) for $6.
Harry’s Country Club | Mon.-Fri. 3-6 p.m. | From London to Kentucky, you can travel the world in a copper cup with this River Market spot’s international $8 mule selection.
Parlor | Tues.-Fri. 2-6 p.m. | Eat through the Crossroads joint’s two story selection stop by the bars for $5 wells and $1 off all draft beers + cocktails.
Goat & Rabbit | Mon.-Fri. 4-6 p.m., Sun. 4 p.m.-close | This 39th Street bar always has something exciting on the menu (City Editor Maddie suggests the Vincent Van Goat) — especially with $2 off local spirits and house cocktails.
Mean Mule Distilling Co. | Tues.-Fri. 4-6 p.m., Thursday all day | This hometown distillery specializes in agave spirits like Mean Mule Silver, featured in its KC Ranch Water for $6.
Chicken N Pickle | Mon.-Fri. 3-6 p.m. | Visit North Kansas City or Overland Park for $2 off house cocktails, draft beer, and wine + half-priced shareables (did someone say fried pickles?).
Hungry for meal deals
Bricks Pub & Grub | Tues.-Sat. 3-6 p.m. | It’s a Lee’s Summit “extreme” happy hour — $4 small bites (drooling over the pretzel bites + cheese) paired with $4 pours.
Jazz Kitchen | Mon.-Fri. 3-6 p.m. + 10 p.m.-close | Indulge in this Independence, KCK, and KCMO Creole cuisine with discounts on gumbo, popcorn shrimp, and themed New Orleans drinks.
Pearl Tavern | Daily 3-6 p.m. | This Lee’s Summit spot is known for its eats, and half-off oysters + craft munchies are making our tummies rumble.
La Bodega | Mon.-Fri. 2-5 p.m. | Split $7 tapas with friends, but keep the $6 glasses of vino for yourself.
Brick House | Mon.-Thurs. 3-7 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 3-8 p.m. | We’ll bet the $6 loaded fries will go down even quicker than the $4 well drinks.
Westport Cafe | Daily 4-6 p.m. + 10 p.m.-close | This French bistro offers discounted wine + beer alongside its upscale selection of small bites.
Sierra Grill | Tues.-Sat. 3-6 p.m. | With 12 new appetizer options starting at $6 and a host of drink specials — we’re ready to wind down our days with an $7 Aperol spritz (or two).
Off the vine
YaYa’s Euro Bistro | Daily 3-6 p.m. | $24 will get you a bottle of wine + flatbread, or just grab a glass for $6 (among other discounted beverages).
Tannin | Sun.-Thurs. 10:00p.m.-close | Go with the classics or get adventurous with the $10 build-your-own wine flight special.
Sail Away Wine | Mon.-Fri. 4-6 p.m., Friday 2-6 p.m. | Bring your wine passport + score 10% off all pours at this NKC spot.
Trezo Mare | Mon.-Thurs. 3-6 p.m., Friday 3 p.m.-5 p.m. | Voted best outdoor dining by The Pitch, start sipping with a $6 glass or enjoy a sangria for $7.
Beer lovers
Brew Lab | Tues.-Fri. 3:30-6 p.m., Sun. all day | Get $1 off these delicious house beers + $2 off cocktails, plus discounted small plates and tacos.
East Forty Brewing | Fri. 12-5 p.m. | Bounce over on Route 40 to Blue Springs for discounted draft beer + cider as well as spirits, NA, and apps.
Apogee Coffee & Draft | Mon.-Fri., 4-6 p.m., Sun. all day | Apogee means “highest peak,” which fits these elevated Olathe pours with a $2 discount during happy hour.
Mocktail Musts
Outta the Blue | Mon.-Fri. 3-6 p.m. | This breezy beach cafe has discounted coffee, tea, and NA versions galore of cocktails classic. Blue Hawaiian (without the headache), anyone?
Wild Child | Sunday, all day | This James Beard-nominated bar offers its full + zero-proof drinks for 30% off to hospitality, healthcare, education, and social services workers every Sunday.
Block 15 Tavern & Exchange | Daily specials | The River Market sports bar offers $4 NA drinks every Wednesday.
Host at home
Shop our favorite happy hour essentials to host friends for a drink at your place:
- The Elevated Craft Cocktail Shaker promises no more leaks and has a built-in measuring system.
- This set of six colored wine glasses reminds us of Estelle stemware — only more affordable.
- Pair your colorful wine glasses with a colorful decanter that’s an Anthropologie best-seller.
- Keep wine and champagne cold in a marble wine chiller.
- An electric wine opener makes opening bottles smooth and stress-free.
- Don’t forget the best drinkware made by small, local businesses — we’re big fans of the Pirani Life tumbler, an eco-friendly version of a Solo Cup, and these Kanga Coolers koozies that keep drinks cold.
