Happening Happy Hours

Editors Note: Happy hour ratings are determined by the editors of Seattle DINING! on a scale of 1-10. Restaurants are rated based on drink and food specials, quality of their food, available times and ambience. Comments should be directed to the editor by contacting our office.

Toscano Rating: 10
1177 108th Ave NE Bellevue 425-460-6260

At Toscano's lounge, Panini's Bistro & Wine Bar, happy hour takes place Monday-Saturday 3-6 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close. Half off the entire bar menu, incredibly discounted beer, wine by the glass, well drinks and martinis. You don't usually see prices this low at a nice spot like Toscano.

General Description: Elegance is in at Toscano, but in a very comfortable way. The dining area is on two levels to offer good people watching. Located at the Bellettini, a retirement spot we should all hope for, it pulls in a diverse crowd age-wise. Mediterranean-inspired, the menu offers lots of seafood, soup, salad, pasta, lamb, pork and chicken. They also offer breakfast on Sunday. They also note vegetarian, vegan and healthy options on the menu. Nice. Specializing in: Mediterranean, Breakfast (Sunday), Vegetarian, Vegan Neighborhood: Bellevue

Coho Café Issaquah Rating: 10
6130 E Lake Sammamish Parkway SE, Ste A Issaquah 425-391-4040

Coho's happy hour aims to please. It occurs daily from 3-6 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close. All wine by the glass is $2 off, all premium cocktails are $1.50 off, and well drinks and draft beer are $1 off. The entire bar food menu is discounted and there are several additional items to choose from late night after the dining room closes.

General Description: This casual neighborhood spot emphasizes seafood, blending Northwest favorites with bold Asian and Southwest flavors. The menu offers many options beyond seafood, and all dishes are full-flavored and nicely presented. Kids are welcome and always find something they like to eat. The interior is comfortable with bright colors. Full bar. Monday is half-priced wine bottle night.. Along with a couple of breakfast items for kids, the regular kid menu is available during Sunday brunch. Monday is half-priced wine bottle night. Full bar. Specializing in: Seafood, Northwest, American, Brunch (Sunday), Kid-Friendly, Happy Hour Neighborhood: Issaquah

Pearl Bar & Dining Rating: 10
700 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 50 Bellevue 425-455-0181

This is one great happy hour--cool environment, seven days a week, early (3-6 p.m.) and late (9 p.m. to close) timeframes. Bar appetizers are half price, wine by the glass (there are over 30 to choose from) half price, seven specialty cocktails half price and beer on tap half price. Go enjoy!

General Description: Contemporary Northwest is the theme and it holds true for the environment (cherry wood, gray/silver/black color scheme), the wine list (70-75% Washington) and the food. There's something for everyone here--chicken, tempura, seafood, pork, foie gras, local produce, beef, duck. All with that Northwest flair. They put fresh local products on the menu as they arrive, expect to see something a little different on each visit. Specializing in: Northwest, Wine, Banquet (8-60) Neighborhood: Bellevue

Wann Japanese Izakaya Rating: 10
2020 2nd Ave Seattle 206-441-5637

Seven days a week, 5-7 p.m., and 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday you'll find Izakaya classic cocktails, sake, well drinks, draft beer and selected wine by the glass at discounted prices along with a nice tapas list and rolls also discounted.

General Description: Izakaya restaurants in Japan are informal restaurants/bars where sharing plates and relaxing over drinks is the way to unwind. Wann serves shochu, a drink they say is overtaking sake in popularity. Food items include Kobe beef tongue steak, mussels, yakitori, sashimi, rolls, all kinds of seafood, short ribs and more. Dark, cool and simple inside, Wann offers the Izakaya experience. Specializing in: Sushi, Japanese, Tapas Neighborhood: Belltown

Racha Noodles and thai cuisine Rating: 10
537 1st Ave N Seattle 206-281-8883

Racha's happy hour is a Seattle DINING! dream come true. It takes place twice a day (4-6 p.m. and 9 to 11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 9-midnight Friday-Saturday) seven days a week. They offer 17 food items, in regular portion sizes, at discounted prices. They also offer beer (draft, domestic, imported), Washington Hills wines and speciality cocktails at steep discounts. You will definitely be happy after this hour.

General Description: Lower Queen Anne's answer to tasty Thai food. Simply one of the finest Thai rooms in the Northwest, both in terms of food and elegance. Décor is ornate, authentic and sophisticated in style. Food ranges from familiar Thai dishes (pad Thai) to King Crab Turmeric soup and lamb satay. Specializing in: Thai, Happy Hour, Christmas (eve and day), New Years (eve and day) Neighborhood: Queen Anne (Lower)

John Howie Steak Rating: 10
The Shops at The Bravern, 11111-NE 8th St., Suite 125 Bellevue 425-440-0880

Monday-Friday 3-6 p.m., Monday-Thursday 9-11 p.m. (last call for food orders 10:30), Friday-Saturday 9 p.m. to midnight (last call for food orders 11:30) and Sunday 3-9 p.m. Drink specials include several martinis, a cocktail special, a select red and white wine by the glass, and a few beer specials. You can count on the discounted food being amazingly delicious!

General Description: Located in The Shops at The Bravern, John Howie Steak is just as fabulous as its surroundings. Lovely dining rooms, intimate hallway booths and a great bar with a piano. The steaks are excellent--28 or 42-day custom-aged USDA Prime beef as well as American Wagyu Kobe Style beef, true Japanese Wagyu Kobe beef or a combination. Seafood lovers and vegetarians are well taken care of as well. Despite the whole steak house thing, lunches are more casual and very reasonably priced. Specializing in: Steak, Cocktails, Wine, Music, Lunch, Seafood, Vegetarian Neighborhood: Bellevue

Ponti Seafood Grill Rating: 10
3014 3rd Ave N Seattle 206-284-3000

Ponti provides one of the best happy hour options in the city with both late afternoon (4-6 p.m.) and late evening (9 p.m.-close) specials. Drink specials across the board on cocktails, wine and beer and half price appetizers that are top quality grade. The bar is elegant, includes a nifty fireplace and the service is top rate. The perfect setting to start an early evening, or catch a late night bite.

General Description: Just across the Fremont bridge, Ponti provides excellent seafood, a classy atmosphere and a view of the ship canal that links Lake Union with the Ballard Locks. Patio dining on sunny days is superb. Specializing in: Seafood, Outdoor, Happy Hour, Thanksgiving, Christmas (eve), New Years (eve), Banquet, Wine, Catering Neighborhood: Fremont

The Triple Door Rating: 10
216 Union St Seattle 206-838-4333

Daily from 4-6 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight Sunday-Friday, The Triple Door's Musiquarium Lounge (named for the 1900 gallon freshwater aquarium inside) offers discounted select cocktails, draft beer and sommelier wine selections. Great prices on food like salt and pepper squid, veggie Buddha rolls, panko prawns, green papaya salad and more. There's live entertainment most nights and never a cover charge.

General Description: From 1926 to 1983, the Mann Building was home to some form of entertainment. Renovation began in 2002 and The Triple Door has been providing great live musical entertainment ever since. Along with the best in sound and lighting, they offer food from Wild Ginger (located above Triple Door). Covering China, Malaysia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam, the menu offers satay, fragrant duck, seven flavor beef, seafood Thai noodles and more. Interesting cocktails and an extensive wine list round out the package. Specializing in: Asian, Fusion, Music, Cocktails, Wine Neighborhood: Downtown

O'Asian Rating: 10
800 Fifth Ave Seattle 206-264-1789

Hang onto your happy hour hats--this is a good one. Monday through Sunday, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close in the bar and lounge, you can get reduced-price draft and bottled beers, well drinks, house red and white wines, and an O'Asian designer cocktail. There are also many bar bites at one low price, along with some dim sum items.

General Description: Located on the plaza level of one of downtown's tall buildings, O'Asian looks and feels sophisticated and urban. Menu items are more traditional--Peking duck, salt and pepper prawns and hand shaved noodles. Dim sum is offered daily, and here's the good part, also in the evening (although less variety is available at night). Everything is from China--chairs, dishes, pots. Twelve types of teas are offered, some high end, along with a full tea service. Several nice options for private dining. No MSG used. Full bar with nice bar area. Lovely banquet rooms. Specializing in: Chinese, Dim Sum, Cocktails, Banquet, Late Night Neighborhood: Downtown

Parlor Billiards & Spirits Rating: 10
700 Bellevue Wy NE, Ste 300 (3rd floor of Lincoln Square) Bellevue 425-289-7000

Everyday from 3-6 p.m. and Sunday through Thursday from 10 p.m. to midnight, you can partake in discounted cocktails (four choices), draft beer (two choices) and wines by the glass (three choices). Menu-wise, they offer three price levels--$1.99, $2.99, $3.99 appetizers.

General Description: Not so much like an old-time pool hall--think 42 pool tables; WiFi throughout; executive suites for private parties including lounging area with leather couches and chairs, dedicated staff, option to add private bar in the room, option to have pro show off trick shots and teach your guests; two bars; full restaurant. If you like billiards, you'll love playing here. The menu has something for everyone--grilled jalapenos, calamari, salads, burgers, pizza, medallions of beef tenderloin, pasta, grilled fish tacos, sandwiches like Reuben, BLT with fried green tomatoes and even a kielbasa. They even have a very complete dessert menu. Specializing in: Eclectic, Banquet (up to 800) Neighborhood: Bellevue

Mission Latin Restaurant & Lounge Rating: 10
2325 California Ave SW Seattle 206-937-8220

Seven days a week, 4-6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to midnight, Mission offers $1 off well drinks, all draft beer, house wine and all margaritas. You'll also find several food choices at a great price.

General Description: Think tapas (guac with spicy plaintain chips, spicy pineapple shrimp), tacos (sweet potato), enchiladas, fajitas, burrito, tamale and entrees from beef to chicken to pork to seafood. Fun atmosphere. Full bar. Specializing in: Latin, Cocktails, Happy Hour Neighborhood: West Seattle

Arnies in Mukilteo Rating: 10
714 2nd St Mukilteo 425-355-2181

From 3-6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to close Sunday through Friday and 2-6 p.m. and 8:30 to close on Saturday, get major deals on food including appies, soups, salads, sandwiches, tacos and fish and chips. $2 off house margaritas and Bloody Marys, $1 off well drinks, house wine and draft beer.

General Description: The light-filled dining room is a great place to enjoy Arnies many seafood options. Non-fish lovers have plenty of options of their own, including beef, chicken, pasta and more. Sunday brunch brings standard breakfasts, scrambles, omelettes, salads and more seafood. Enjoy the comfortable atmosphere, view and service. Take advantage of their three-course early dinners from 4-6 p.m. Sunday-Friday.Full bar. Tuesday and Wednesday are half-priced wine bottle nights. Specializing in: Seafood, American, Northwest, Happy Hour, Brunch (Sunday) Neighborhood: Mukilteo

Local 360 Café & Bar Rating: 10
2234 First Ave Seattle 206-441-9360

Served 3-6 p.m. and 10 p.m. 'til late every single day. They're known for their oysters and beer (draft, bottled). But they also discount select wines by the glass and house brand cocktails. There are nearly 15 food items at 50% off.

General Description: These people are focused on making "real food" and not trying to be the trendiest thing on the block. They attempt to obtain all their product locally--90% comes from within 360 miles of Seattle. They find certified organic items not grown here from as close as possible. They offer a large selection of the best locally-produced spirits as well. Weekend brunch, lunch, dinner: malted butternmilk pancakes to rabbit pot pie to fried chicken. Lots of booth seating, a mezzanine overlooking the dining room and a private dining room upstairs for events and classes, Local's got everything you need. Specializing in: Northwest, American (modern), Brunch (weekends), Banquet (65-75), Happy Hour, Cocktails Neighborhood: Belltown

Cutters Bayhouse Rating: 10
2001 Western Ave Seattle 206-448-4884

Two times daily you get to enjoy half-priced appetizers in the bar plus beverage specials (cocktails!). Check it out from 4-6 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close.

General Description: A fine choice for delectable seafoods from the Northwest and beyond. Large dining area has a great view of Elliott Bay and the Alaskan viaduct below. The bar overlooks the park at the Pike Market which translates to great people watching. Along with a nice wine list, they offer the "Local List" with wines from Oregon, Washington and California, mostly boutique wineries. Specializing in: Seafood, View, Cocktails, Happy Hour, Wine, Northwest, Waterfront Neighborhood: Pike Place Market

Coho Café Redmond Rating: 10
8976 161st Ave NE Redmond 425-885-2646

Coho's happy hour aims to please. It occurs daily from 3-6 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close. All wine by the glass is $2 off, all premium cocktails are $1.50 off, and well drinks and draft beer are $1 off. The entire bar food menu is discounted and there are several additional items to choose from late night after the dining room closes.

General Description: This casual neighborhood spot emphasizes seafood, blending Northwest favorites with bold Asian and Southwest flavors. The menu offers many options beyond seafood, and all dishes are full-flavored and nicely presented. Kids are welcome and always find something they like to eat. The interior is comfortable with bright colors and there's an outdoor seating area made private by nice landscaping. Full bar. Monday is half-priced wine bottle night. Along with a couple of breakfast items for kids, the regular kid menu is available during Sunday brunch. Specializing in: Seafood, American, Northwest, Kid-Friendly, Happy Hour, Lunch Neighborhood: Redmond

The Signature Rating: 10
530 1st Ave N Seattle 206-283-6614

Seven days a week from 3-5 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight, you can get discounted well drinks, beer, wine, martinis and cocktails. There's even a sparkling wine on the happy hour list. In addition, you have a nice choice of discounted food items from the bar menu. Go and enjoy!

General Description: With a mission of providing family recipes using high-quality ingredients and treating guests and employees like family, The Signature has a winning style. They’ve also added something special to make a lot of people happy: low-carb options. Select vegan dishes are offered with high quality soy substitutes and select fresh produce. Spicy sesame beef with rice and shredded pork noodle salad bowl are free from milk, eggs and animal products. Whether you choose to eat at tall tables or the counter in the lounge or at a table in the dining room, you’ll love the oxtail pho, Hue spicy beef noodle soup, tofu coconut rolls with peanut sauce and more. During warm days, take advantage of their outdoor deck. Full bar. Specializing in: Vietnamese, Late Night, Cocktails, Happy Hour, Outdoor Dining, Lunch, Dinner Neighborhood: Queen Anne (Lower)

Beach Café Rating: 9
1270 Carillon Pt Kirkland 425-889-9052

Seven days a week in the bar and on the bar patio from 4-6 p.m. and 9-close you can enjoy happy hour food (over 10 items like soup, mini burgers, wings, etc.) and discounts on draft beer, house merlot and chardonnay, sangria and several cocktails. To add to the fun, starting June 2, 2010, Woody's Yappier Hour begins. Who's Woody? The cutest hotel dog you may ever meet. Bring your dog down for Woody's Dawgpaddle Dogtail and complimentary dog treats while you enjoy the regular Café happy hour. Yappier Hour takes place on the patio and grass area.

General Description: A view like this is almost enough, but you also get great, familiar favorites (burgers, fish tacos, salads, meatloaf). Friendly service, casual food and an incredible view--you're right on the lake! Doesn't matter if you come in shorts or a business suit. Full bar. Specializing in: Northwest, American, View, Happy Hour, Christmas (Eve-lunch only), New Years (Eve), Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, bLunch (Saturday-Sunday) Neighborhood: Kirkland

Sazerac Rating: 9
1101 4th Ave Seattle 206-624-7755

Sazerac is making your life easier from 4-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday with "eats and drinks from $3." Small plates and bites, wood-fired pizza, sliders, charcuterie and cheese, specialty cocktails, well drinks and martinis, beer and wine. If you're not happy here, you're just not happy.

General Description: Named for the iconic New Orleans cocktail, Sazerac’s menu offers a touch of Southern hospitality while featuring Northwest flavors and emphasizing organic and sustainable ingredients. The vibrant interior is host to whimsical red and amber chandeliers, high ceilings and an elevated exhibition kitchen. Eclectic private rooms enhance your party, as do the innovative cocktails. Don’t miss their happy hour! Specializing in: Wine, Open Thanksgiving, Christmas (Eve), New Years (Eve & Day), Happy Hour, Southern Style, Banquet, American Neighborhood: Downtown

Moshi Moshi Rating: 9
5324 Ballard Ave NW Seattle 206-971-7424

Monday-Saturday, 4:30-6 p.m., Monday-Thursday 10-11:30 p.m. and Friday-Saturday 11 p.m.-1 a.m., there are discounts on well drinks, sake, house red and white wines and PBR cans. Food discounts on a range of items from edamame, organic miso and rolls to yakitori.

General Description: The owners of Bricco wine bar on top of Queen Anne have stretched their wings and opened a sushi spot in Ballard. We love diversity! A cool metal Sakura tree from Japan filled with LED lights over looks the happy sushi eaters. But there's much more to the menu than sushi--salads (seaweed, spinach, seafood), seared tuna, seared beef, tempura. Along with sake and Japanese and domestic beers, they have a wide range of cocktails to complement their food. Specializing in: Japanese, Sushi, Happy Hour, Cocktails Neighborhood: Ballard

Pink Door Rating: 9
1919 Post Alley Seattle 206-443-3241

Monday-Sunday 3-6 p.m. and 10 p.m.-close in the lounge, enjoy discounted food items plus half off and half-size of all pastas. Discounts on well drinks, local microbrews and house red and white wine.

General Description: This romantic restaurant offers a lovely view of the Sound from their heavenly Pike Market deck. Entering from Post Alley through, yes, a pink door, a steep stairway sends you into a dining room 20 feet below. A second dining area and lounge lies beyond. Specializing in: Italian, Romance, Cocktails, Outdoor, Late Night, Music Neighborhood: Pike Place Market

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