Best Happy Hour American Restaurants in Hollywood
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Electric Owl
Railside American bistro-bar pairing strong cocktails with elevated comfort food and a compact patio.
Notable Picks
#1
Electric Owl
8.3
Perched along a former rail line, Electric Owl is a compact American bistro-bar known for cocktails, burgers, and patio seating that works for casual dates or after-work hangs. The menu leans into upgraded comfort food while the bar turns out serious drinks without feeling overly formal.
Must-Try Dishes:
House smash burger with fries, Spicy vodka rigatoni, Grilled chicken sandwich
What Makes it Special: Railside American bistro-bar pairing strong cocktails with elevated comfort food and a compact patio.
8.1
Tribute Hollywood is a neighborhood sports bar and cocktail spot on Cahuenga that upgrades game-day food with better burgers, wings, and bar snacks. Multiple screens, a long bar, and friendly staff make it a regular stop for locals who want to actually eat well while watching a match.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smash-style cheeseburger, House buffalo wings, Loaded fries or tots
What Makes it Special: Game-focused bar where cocktails and elevated bar food get equal attention.
Worthy Picks
A long-running British pub on Highland Avenue that draws crowds for its patio as much as its kitchen—pints and shepherd's pie under string lights with a proper pub cadence. The menu sticks to British standards executed with enough care to hold a 4.5-star average across 850+ reviews, and the private lot off Waring Ave means you skip the Highland parking fight. It works best as a group landing spot where the outdoor space and familiar comfort food do the heavy lifting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fish and Chips, Shepherd's Pie, Scotch Egg
What Makes it Special: Long-running British pub on Highland with one of Hollywood's most beloved patios for pints and proper pub fare