Best Happy Hour Restaurants in Mar Vista
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Little Fatty
Taiwanese-American fusion where traditional recipes get playful LA twists, from vegan adaptations to creative cocktail pairings
Notable Picks
#1
Little Fatty
8
Chef David Kuo's Taiwanese-American kitchen delivers crowd-pleasing riffs on comfort classics—the orange chicken runs crispy and light, and the scallion pancakes hit that chewy-crunchy balance. The eight-table dining room shares a wall (and cocktail menu) with Accomplice bar next door, which means the vibe stays lively and tables stay tight. Works well for groups ordering family-style or couples who want drinks with their 3-cup chicken.
Must-Try Dishes:
Orange Chicken, Scallion Pancakes, Walnut Shrimp
What Makes it Special: Taiwanese-American fusion where traditional recipes get playful LA twists, from vegan adaptations to creative cocktail pairings
Worthy Picks
7.9
A 17-year Mar Vista fixture where chef-owner Nick Nishi—who pioneered sushi happy hours at Chaya Venice—runs a tight izakaya focused on fresh fish from the chalkboard specials and Japanese small plates like Brussels sprouts and black rice risotto. The 5-7pm happy hour draws solo diners and regulars who sit at the bar, order omakase-style off the specials board, and leave with bills that feel like a different decade.
Must-Try Dishes:
Happy Hour Specials, Bento Box, Spicy Tuna Roll
What Makes it Special: Izakaya-style sushi bar with standout happy hour pricing and quality fish in Mar Vista
7.8
A neighborhood Greek taverna built for sharing—mezze platters, tableside flaming saganaki, and Sunday patio BBQ with spit-roasted kontosouvli draw groups who want to linger over wine and dips. The open garage-door setup gets loud during peak hours, so plan for lively conversation rather than intimate dialogue. Works best when you commit to the shareable format with a few friends and let the dip platter set the pace.
Must-Try Dishes:
Char Grilled Octopus, You Dip We Dip, Flaming Saganaki
What Makes it Special: Greek taverna with Sunday patio BBQ featuring spit-roasted kontosouvli and tableside flaming saganaki
A charbroil-focused sports bar in Mar Vista built around game-day energy—wall-to-wall screens, pool tables, and an outdoor patio that stretches the experience past closing time at quieter spots. The menu leans into grilled burgers and shareable bar staples like shrimp toast and chile fries, paired with craft cocktails on tap. It fills a specific lane for the neighborhood: a dedicated watch-party spot with food that holds up beyond typical bar fare.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheeseburger Combo, Shrimp Toast, Buffalo Burger Combo
What Makes it Special: Mar Vista's dedicated sports bar with wall-to-wall TVs, pool tables, outdoor patio, and a charbroil-focused bar menu with craft cocktails on tap