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Best Happy Hour Restaurants in Tribeca & Soho (10013)

10 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: January 2026

Our Top Pick
The Oyster Bar at The Roxy Hotel
A Tribeca raw bar built for oysters and cocktails with polish.

Notable Picks

$$$ TriBeCa
A Tribeca raw bar that turns happy hour into an easy ritual: oysters, a crisp cocktail, and live-music energy nearby without feeling like a full nightlife commitment. It’s best when you want something coastal and clean before dinner—or you want your happy hour to be the plan.
Must-Try Dishes: Oysters on the half shell, Raw bar selections, Classic seafood starters
What makes it special: A Tribeca raw bar built for oysters and cocktails with polish.
8.3
$$ TriBeCa
A Tribeca wine bar that’s at its best when you want the looseness of a neighborhood spot with a serious by-the-glass list. Happy hour here is about pacing: settle in, snack smart, and let the room do the decompressing for you.
Must-Try Dishes: Oysters, Steak tartare, Korean fried chicken wings
What makes it special: A wine-bar core with snack plates that keep up with the bottles.
$$$ TriBeCa
A Tribeca classic for happy hour when you want a warm room, proper cocktails, and plates that feel like you’re already halfway into dinner. It’s a strong pick for a low-key date or a small group that wants to linger without the volume of a louder bar.
Must-Try Dishes: Eggs Benedict, French Toast, Breakfast Potatoes + Coffee
What makes it special: A historic Tribeca townhouse brunch with strong vibe and warmth.
$$$ TriBeCa
A Tribeca cocktail bar with a New Orleans lean that works extremely well for a happy hour that feels like an experience, not just discounted drinks. The move is to treat it like a small-plates bar: one punchy cocktail, one seafood-forward bite, then decide if you’re staying for a second round.
Must-Try Dishes: Oysters, Lobster frites, Gumbo
What makes it special: A New Orleans-leaning cocktail bar built for seafood bites.
$$$ SoHo
An all-day SoHo diner that doubles as a reliable happy hour meet-up when you want cocktails plus real food in a comfortable, design-forward room. It’s best for groups who need a flexible menu and a predictable landing spot.
Must-Try Dishes: Classic French fries, Burger with fries, Chicken sandwich with fries
What makes it special: A classic-feeling SoHo diner where fries pair well with anything.
8.0
$$ SoHo
A modern American room built around seasonal flavor and local ingredients, with a menu that reads like a rotating snapshot of what’s good right now. It’s a strong choice when you want farm-to-table freshness without the ceremony—share a few plates and let the produce lead.
Must-Try Dishes: Thyme Parker House Rolls, Summer Carrot Ravioli, Hanger Steak
What makes it special: Season-driven New American cooking that keeps the room unfussy.
$$ SoHo
A SoHo bar-and-restaurant that’s most useful for a clean, modern happy hour when you want cocktails and a few plates without committing to a long meal. The room reads polished, the menu is broad enough for a mixed group, and the pacing stays easy if you order smart.
Must-Try Dishes: Cocktail with a snack, Shareable plates, A main to split
What makes it special: A polished SoHo room that works for drinks plus food.

Worthy Picks

$ TriBeCa
A true neighborhood tavern where happy hour is more about the vibe and the regulars than a curated cocktail list. The move is simple: grab a beer, split a sandwich, and treat it like a Tribeca reset button.
Must-Try Dishes: Olive sandwich, Italian sandwich, Mozzarella
What makes it special: A locals’ tavern happy hour with real neighborhood energy.
$$ SoHo
A newer SoHo after-work option that’s best used for a straightforward happy hour: drinks, bar-friendly mains, and a room that can handle groups without fuss. It’s not a destination for culinary fireworks, but it’s a dependable meet-up when you want comfort food and an easy table.
Must-Try Dishes: Fish & chips, Shepherd’s pie, Steak frites
What makes it special: A group-friendly SoHo bar-restaurant built for after work.
$$$$ TriBeCa
A compact Tribeca cocktail stop that plays best as a first-round happy hour rather than an all-night plan. Go for one or two cocktails, keep it simple, and treat it like a quick reset between work and wherever you’re going next.
Must-Try Dishes: House cocktail, Wine pour, Light bar bites
What makes it special: A small-footprint Tribeca stop built for quick cocktails.