Best Happy Hour Hotspots Restaurants in Venice
15 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Si! Mon
Refined coastal Latin seafood with cocktail craft moments from the beach.
Notable Picks
#1
Si! Mon
8.6
Coastal Latin seafood and strong cocktails in a stylish indoor–outdoor setting a block from the sand. Locals use it for celebratory dinners, golden-hour patio time, and late-evening energy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whole grilled fish, Classic ceviche, Sweet plantains
What Makes it Special: Refined coastal Latin seafood with cocktail craft moments from the beach.
8.4
Modern Greek spot pairing mezze and grilled mains with a thoughtful wine list in a stylish Abbot Kinney room. Go for a date-night pace, knowledgeable pairings, and shareable plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled octopus, Lamb chops, Horiatiki salad
What Makes it Special: Greek-leaning menu with dialed wine guidance by the glass.
#3
Chulita
8.4
Alta-California Mexican with a serious mezcal program and a weekday happy hour that includes cocktail deals and snackable plates. Tacos come on fresh tortillas with bright salsas, and the stylish patio pulls an early crowd along Rose.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled shrimp tacos, Chicken tinga tacos, Queso fundido
What Makes it Special: Modern mezcal bar with taco-friendly happy hour and a design-forward patio.
8.4
Venice outpost of a modern Thai mini-group serving bold, spice-forward street-food dishes and a natural-leaning wine list in a lively room. Go for punchy salads and curries; stay for the party-atmosphere pacing and shareable plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Nam Khao Tod (crispy rice salad), Sweet Potato Massaman, Pad See Ew
What Makes it Special: New-school Thai flavors and natural wine in a high-energy setting.
#5
Coucou
8.4
Modern French bistro led by Bouchon-alum Chef Jacob Wetherington, pairing live-fire cooking with classic bistro plates. Locals come for steak frites, mussels, and strong cocktails in a buzzy, date-night setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak frites, Mussels marinière, Cheeseburger à la française
What Makes it Special: Live-fire French bistro cooking with serious cocktail craft.
#6
Gran Blanco
8.4
Design-forward cafe-bar near the Venice Sign known for coastal plates and cocktail programs that draw an early crowd. When HH is running, you’ll find discounted drinks alongside easy shareables like fries and fish tacos.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fish tacos, Fries with chili aioli, Mezcalita
What Makes it Special: Stylish space by the Venice Sign with cocktail-friendly small plates.
8.3
Beachfront beer garden with BOGO-style happy hour windows and tacos on the all-day menu. Sunset timing brings a lively crowd for shrimp or veggie tacos paired with easy-drinking drafts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shrimp tacos, Veggie tacos, Chips and guacamole
What Makes it Special: Oceanfront HH energy with taco options and rotating drink deals.
#8
Townhouse
8.2
Century-old Venice cocktail haunt offering a daily 5–7pm happy hour upstairs, with the Del Monte speakeasy downstairs on show nights. Strong classics, a lively bar, and proximity to the Venice Sign make it a dependable meetup.
Must-Try Dishes:
Espresso Martini, Mojito, Negroni
What Makes it Special: Daily HH in a historic cocktail space steps from the Venice Sign.
Counter-service spot for pressed sandwiches that pack flavor: Cuban, Italian, and chipotle chicken lead the lineup. Friendly pricing and fast pacing suit weekday lunch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cubano, Italian Job, Chipotle Chicken
What Makes it Special: Pressed, sauce-forward sandwiches with quick counter flow.
#10
Clutch Roadhouse
8
Cali-Mex roadhouse (since 2015) known for oak-smoked meats and flexible wing styles. Choose smoked, fried, or fire-grilled wings and settle on the patio with a drink.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smoked Wings (Clutch Style), Fire-Grilled Wings, Tri-Tip Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Wing styles from smoked to fire-grilled with legit BBQ chops.
#11
Roosterfish
8
Classic Abbot Kinney bar with a daily happy hour until 6pm featuring well-priced cocktails, wine, and drafts. Friendly bartenders, strong pours, and buzzy street-side energy make it a pre-dinner meet-up staple.
Must-Try Dishes:
House Old Fashioned, Margarita, Hazy IPA draft
What Makes it Special: Daily HH pricing on cocktails, wine, and drafts on Abbot Kinney.
Worthy Picks
#12
Hama Sushi
7.9
A Venice landmark since 1979 with classic sushi, sashimi combos, and a relaxed, old-school feel steps from the sign. It’s a comfortable date with fair pricing and steady execution.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sashimi Combo Special, Jalapeño Yellowtail, Chirashi Bowl
What Makes it Special: Decades-long neighborhood institution delivering classic sushi at solid value.
#13
Zinqué (Venice)
7.9
All-day, French-inspired café and wine bar known for tartines, quiche, and a solid steak frites. It’s a flexible hang for brunch, casual dates, and late-night glasses of wine on Lincoln.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smoked salmon tartine, Quiche lorraine, Steak frites
What Makes it Special: French café staples with a deep wine list and long hours.
#14
The Brig
7.8
Mid-century landmark bar running a generous happy hour (weekday afternoons and earlier on weekends). Expect well-priced wells, classic cocktails, and rotating food trucks for easy bites.
Must-Try Dishes:
Happy hour Negroni, Bee’s Knees, Food-truck tacos
What Makes it Special: Seven-day HH windows with classic cocktails and food-truck partners.
#15
Gin Rummy
7.8
Gin Rummy is a tropical-leaning cocktail bar at the base of the Marina Peninsula, serving island-inspired drinks and shareable bar food until late night. Locals use it as a stylish, dimly lit stop for date-adjacent hangs and nightcap rounds after the beach or dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Coconut Shrimp, Crispy Chicken Wings, Charred Cauliflower Bites
What Makes it Special: Island-style cocktails and snacks in a moody, beach-adjacent barroom.