The Best Happy Hours in Portland — A Local's Guide (2026)

Portland's happy hour scene is legendary for a reason. This city takes its drinking as seriously as its food, and with over 700 bars offering specials, you could hit a different happy hour every day for two years. The culture here leans craft — you're more likely to find $4 pints of local IPA than $3 Bud Lights, and that's exactly the point.

Where to Go

The Pearl District and Northwest Portland have upscale happy hours with craft cocktails. Southeast Division and Hawthorne are loaded with casual neighborhood bars. Alberta Arts District and Mississippi Avenue bring a more eclectic mix. Downtown has the classic after-work spots near the business district.

Best Well Drink Deals

The classic happy hour move. Here are some of the best well drink specials in Portland:

• Aalto Lounge — $5 Wells & Drafts (Daily 5:00PM - 7:00PM)
• Alberta Street Pub — $5 Wells & Drafts (Monday - Friday 3:00PM - 6:00PM)
• Backwoods Brewing — $5 Wells & Drafts (Monday - Friday 3:00PM - 6:00PM)
• Batson River Brewing — $5 Wells & Drafts (Wednesday All Day, Thursday - Sunday 4:00PM - 5:00PM)
• Belmont's Inn — $5 Wells & Drafts (Daily 4:00PM - 6:00PM)

Beer & Draft Specials

In a city this serious about craft beer, you'd expect great draft deals — and it delivers. Here are standout spots:

• Amalfi's Restaurant — $2.00 off Glass Wine & Beer (Monday - Friday 4:00PM - 6:00PM)
• Andy's Old Port Pub — $1.00 off All Pints (Monday - Friday 4:00PM - 7:00PM)
• Apex Golf Club — $1.00 off All Beers (Monday - Friday 12:00PM - 5:00PM)
• Arbor Beer Lodge — Daily Beer & Wine Discounts (Monday - Friday 3:00PM - 6:00PM & Thu - Sat 9:00PM - Close)
• Arbor Beer Lodge and Brewery — $1 off all drafts for players (Tuesday - Friday 12:00PM - 5:00PM)

Margarita & Tequila Specials

Margarita specials are always a draw.

• Amigos Mexican — $6.00 House Margaritas (Monday - Friday 3:00PM - 6:00PM)
• Casa Colima — $6.00 House Margaritas (Monday - Friday 3:00PM - 6:00PM)
• El Burrito Azteca — $6.00 House Margaritas (Monday - Friday 3:00PM - 6:00PM)
• El Burrito Azteca — $6.00 House Margaritas (Monday - Friday 3:00PM - 6:00PM)
• El Cantarito — $6.00 House Margaritas (Monday - Friday 3:00PM - 6:00PM)

Wine Specials

• 3 Doors Down — $5.00 Wine; $4.00 - $12.00 Bites (Sunday 4:00PM - 5:00PM)
• Bar Diane — $5 Wine & Cocktails (Monday - Saturday 4:00PM - 5:30PM & 9:00PM - 10:00PM)
• Coffee Beer — $5.00 "Zoo Brews"; $6.00 Wines (Monday - Friday 12:00PM - 3:00PM)

Cocktail Deals

• 503 Distilling — $5 Canned Cocktails (Wednesday 4:00PM - 6:00PM)
• Abigail Hall — $10.00 Signature Cocktails (Every day until 6:00PM, All Day Mondays)
• Alma — $8 Signature Cocktails (Monday - Sunday 5:00PM - 6:00PM)
• Andina — Classic Cocktails (Daily 4:00PM - 5:00PM)
• Angel Face — $10.00 Signature Cocktails (Tuesday - Friday 5:00PM - 7:00PM)

More Deals Worth Checking Out

• 12th — $1.00 off All Drinks (Monday - Friday 4:00PM - 7:00PM)
• 12th Avenue Bar — $1.00 off All Drinks (Monday - Friday 4:00PM - 7:00PM)
• 1919 Neighborhood Lounge — $1.00 off All Drinks (Monday - Friday 4:00PM - 6:00PM)
• 3 Sheets at the Harbor — $1.00 off All Drinks (Monday - Friday 4:00PM - 6:00PM)
• 5 & Dime — $1.00 off All Drinks (Monday - Friday 4:00PM - 6:00PM)

Pro Tips for Portland

Portland bars are required by Oregon law to serve food during happy hour, so you'll almost always find food deals alongside drink specials. Many spots offer a separate happy hour food menu that's significantly cheaper than the regular menu.

Best For

Craft beer lovers, food-and-drink combo deals, and bar-hopping on foot through walkable neighborhoods.

See Every Deal in Portland

This article covers the highlights, but there are over 700 happy hour spots in Portland total. Download Happy Hour Map to browse them all on a map with live hours, "happening now" filters, and one-tap directions.