Where to find the best happy hour in Miami: a comprehensive guide

Daily 5–7pm

The Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse from NYC is every bit worth the splurge—but during its Magic Hours, you don't have to. Sidle up to the circular bar at the center of the sleek Design District digs to partake in select wines by the glass, Miami-inspired cocktails and snacks all priced at $8.88 (seriously, a steal). As the master bartenders mix up your next Vicy City martini, ponder the following: Will you be ordering the chicken nuggets in a sweet and tangy gochujang glaze this evening, or the lobster fritters with truffled aioli? Cote's happy hour is the definition of bougie on a budget, so you can go ahead and order the whole menu.

Daily 4–8pm

When oysters are less than a buck, it’s your duty to order them by the dozen. Sweet Liberty affords you that luxury, with East Coast oysters for $.95. Splurge for bivalves from the West Coast for $1.95, and wash it all down with $10 cocktails (some of the best in town), $8 wine and $6 beer. There are numerous other specials, including bubbles and a shot of the day to get your night started strong.

Order this: Watermelons Etc, made with vodka, fresh watermelon, pressed lemon, torn mint and San Pellegrino

Daily 4:30–7pm

For an oyster happy hour where the oyster is truly the star, grab a seat at the bar area or lounge and order up a dozen (or two) of the chef's selection for $1.75 each. Other deals include La Rubia draft beer for $5 a pint, $8 wine, $8 well cocktails and basic martinis, $11 specialty wells and lots of yummy snacks, like deviled eggs with caviar for $12. 

Order this: If a dirty martini is your thing, this one is served with some of the freshest blue cheese olives we’ve encountered.

Daily 8am–5pm 

Mac’s iconic all-day, two-for-one happy hour makes every other happy hour look very short. Order up and the bartender will give you a poker chip along with your drink. Don’t lose it. When you’re ready for round two, hand it over to the bartender at Miami’s oldest bar and enjoy another cold one on the house.

Mon–Fri 4–7pm

This Design District staple reopened after a hefty renovation that managed to retain the restaurant’s refined-yet-laid-back charm (with really great people-watching). At happy hour, you’ll find select signature cocktails from $8 to $11; wines by the glass starting at $7.50; $4 to $5 beers; plus discounted snacks, like our favorite $5.50 thick-cut potato chips with pan-fried onion dip and bahn mi-style shrimp toast.

Daily 5–7pm

The secret’s been out on one of our favorite cocktail bars in Miami. Still, Jaguar Sun’s more mellow happy hour allows you to indulge in a perfectly shaken daiquiri and fresh oysters in relative peace. The daily specials kick off at 5pm and include a selection of cocktails for $10 and half-off oysters served with yuzu kosho or pineapple habanero mignonettes.

Order this: Martini, Mini(ish)

Daily 5–6:30pm

Grab a seat at the bar or an outdoor table to enjoy this Michelin-starred Austin import's buzzy happy hour. With discounted nigiri, makimono, tastings and even a dessert option, you can explore many of the restaurant’s coveted dishes while sipping refreshing cocktails like the Uchi G&T, made with gin, yuzu cordial and tonic. Score half-off all sparkling wine and champagne; $10 select signature cocktails; $8 wine and $9 sake; plus discounted bites.

Mon-Fri 4–8pm

The Corner is an infamous after-hours bar, but its happy hour crowd is often just as lively and eclectic. It also makes for a great spot to hit before a game at the arena or a show at the Arsht Center, both of which are within walking distance. The draw here are the $3 cans, from which there are dozens of craft varieties to choose. Well drinks go for half-off and there's also a very tempting $3 Chicago dog on offer.

Tue–Sat 5–8pm

Kick back at the long bar or on one of the vintage couches at The Sylvester, where it feels like you’re hanging at the house of a buddy with excellent mixology skills and a penchant for tropical wallpaper. Pick from a selection of $5 beer, $6 wine and $8 cocktails made by some of the best mixologists around. 

Order this: For an after-work pick-me-up, the Diesel, made with Jim Beam whiskey, cafecito bitters and demerara

Mon–Fri 4–7pm

When you want your happy hour cocktails strong and with a healthy dose of live music and rowdy scene, look no further than this picturesque waterfront raw bar that really comes alive on Thursday and Friday afternoons. Happy hour specials include $8 Pain Removers, $7 margaritas and frozen cocktails; $6 wines and well drinks; $4 domestic draft beers, and $5 imports and craft beers. Order discounted shrimp, clams and stone crab claws from their famous raw bar boat through May 1.

Mon–Fri 4–7pm

This relaxed pub functions as an ideal happy hour spot with the price of the entire drinks menu (and they’re all delicious) cut in half (about $7 to $8 for cocktails, $2 to $4 for beer and $4 to $10 for wine). On Fridays, happy hour is reliably slammed.

Mon–Fri 3–7pm

Walk into Little Havana's Taquerias El Mexicano and you’ll feel like you’ve walked into a shop in Mexico City. The old-school restaurant got an extensive renovation from the Ball & Chain team, including a slightly more modern menu. But the happy hour prices ($3 Coronas, $4 margs and bites ranging from $3 to $5) are still delightfully retro.

Order this: Mango margarita and guacamole de la casa

Daily 4–7pm

Proudly Miami’s darkest bar, Fox’s changes nothing about its midnight-level lighting at happy hour. Once your eyes adjust, order $7 select classics and well cocktails and $5 beer and wine. A selection of snacks go for $6.99 each, like the potato skins, shrimp cocktail and 1/2 grilled cheese and fries.

Mon–Thu 3–7PM, Fri 3–6pm

Motek rivals the hip cafés of Tel Aviv with its bright, inviting space and stacked menu of authentic Israeli delights. Available exclusively at the bar, the bustling happy hour features half-off beer and glasses of wine, classic cocktails for $8 and half-sandwiches for $7 and mezzes for $5 (think falafel, halloumi, baba ganoush and chicken shawarma).

Wed–Fri 4–7pm

Little Havana’s trendy rooftop bar atop the Life House Hotel serves up a lively hora feliz with amazing views to Downtown and Brickell, especially as the sun begins to set. The deals include $5 beers, $9 wines and a rotating lineup of craft cocktails for $10, like the Rooftop Rye Old Fashioned or Smokey Habanero Rum & Coke.

Order this: Tajin-seasoned fries with a chipotle dipping sauce ($6) to help soak up the booze.

Mon–Fri Noon–6pm

This independently-owned brewery, taproom and beer garden in Little River is an ideal spot to finish your last remote work meeting with a beer or cocktail in hand. Happy hour kicks off weekdays at noon and includes two-for-one craft beers, wine and cocktails made with house-distilled spirits. Outside, find provisions from the Meat n Bone Kitchen food truck, lounge seating, games and live music most nights.

Daily 5–7pm

This cool little whiskey joint taken over by Michelin-starred Michael Beltran is one of Coconut Grove’s longest-standing locales, serving an extensive selection of scotches, bourbons and all sorts of caramel-colored spirits. During happy hour, the bar keeps it friendly with two-for-one house liquors, $13 boiler makers and two-for-one draft beers, among other specials.

Order this: The Taurus Happy Meal ($15) comes with a Scrap Burger with fries and a 12oz Monopolio beer.