Sippin' In the Slope: A Neighborhood Happy Hour Guide
Whether you’re craving a craft cocktail, a glass of vino, or a draft beer— Here’s a list of Park Slope spots serving bevs that won’t break the bank. Cheers! 🥂
Bar Goto Niban
This sleek & sophisticated bar, named one of the “Best Bars in NYC” by CN Traveler in 2024, blends Japanese cocktail tradition with New York drinking culture.
Happy Hour is 5-6pm daily:
$12 martinis- Japanese Gin or Vodka & Pickled Shallot
Visit @bargoto_niban at 474 Bergen Street between 5th Ave and Flatbush Avenue.
Bar Louise
Founded by the team behind Pasta Louise, this 1940’s style cocktail bar features gorgeous decor, daily specials, and movie nights on the back patio.
Happy Hour is all day Monday and Tuesday-Friday 3:30-5:30pm:
$10 House Wines, Spritzers, & Small Plates
Plus, half off bottles of wine on Wednesdays
On Weekends:
$10 martinis with an order of oysters on Sat/Sun from 1-4pm
$10 spritzes all day on Sundays
Visit @BarLouiseNYC at 221 7th Ave between 3rd and 4th Streets.
Bar Vinazo
This Spanish wine bar offers an extensive menu of over 150 biodynamic, organic and natural wines plus tapas and Spanish meats and cheeses.
Happy Hour is Tuesday through Friday from 5-7pm:
$8 Beer & Cider
$12 Cocktails— Basque Bamboo (Basque Cider, Basque Vermouth, Fino Sherry) and Bitter Almond (Vermut Blanco, Gin Gentian, Almond-Washed Grappa
$12 Wine— Sparking, White, Red
$1 Pica Pica (Gilda- Piparra Pepper, Anchovies, and Olives, or Quicos- Spiced Corn Nuts)
Visit @barvinazo at 158 7th Avenue between Garfield and Place and 1st St.
Black Oak
Come for the happy hour specials; stay for the wood-fired pizza! This bright & airy, female-owned American-Italian restaurant offers daily specials, and the three tvs at the bar make it a popular spot on game days.
Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 4-7pm:
$6 draft beers
$9 Aperol Spritzes & Hugo Spritzes
$12 Paper Planes, Negronis, & a Rotating Cocktail of the Day
$6 Well cocktails
$8 House red or white wine
Visit @black_oak_on_fifth at 200 5th Avenue between Union and Sackett Streets.
Blueprint
Blueprint has been serving up classic & creative cocktails and small bites in Park Slope since 2011. We love that their space feels right for any occasion, from grabbing a quick drink after work to a date night.
Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 4pm to 6pm:
$10 Select Wine (Cotes du Rhone- Clovis Organic 2021, Sauvignon Blanc- Domaine de la Potine, 2021)
$6 Beer (Montauk Pilsner, Grimm Wavetable IPA)
$12 Cocktails— Old Fashioned (Elijah Craig Bourbon, Angostura Bitters, Sugar Cube), Smoky Mary’s (chipotle tequila, fresh lime, agave, alderwood smoke salt rim), Kickstarter (rum, espresso, turbinado, coffee bitters), Parks & Leisure (vodka, Aperol, fresh grapefruit, fresh lime, simple syrup)
$9-$14 Food Specials (Hummus plate, Chicken Liver Mousse, Niman Ranch Pork Butt Sliders)
Visit @BlueprintBar at 196 5th Avenue between Union and Sackett Streets.
Bogota Latin Bistro
This festive Colombian restaurant has been a staple in the neighborhood for 19 years— and they offer generous (and all day) happy hour specials. Bogota’s lively atmosphere is perfect for celebrations, groups, or for anytime you need a fun evening out!
Happy Hour is Sunday through Thursday from 11am through close:
$7 Classic Margaritas, Mojitos, and Sangria
$9-$10 Pina Coladas, Caipirinhas, and flavored Margaritas
$5-$6 Beers
Visit @bogotabistro at 141 5th Avenue between Lincoln and St Johns Pl. Pro tip: visit sister restaurants @mitimitinyc and @medusathegreeknyc for other great happy hour specials!
Bonafini
Bonafini is a popular Italian restaurant close to the other side of Prospect Park in Prospect-Lefferts Garden that offers a nice friendly happy hour on Sundays
Happy Hour is Sunday 3:30-5:30pm:
Enjoy live jazz
Get a FREE drink when you order a pizza
A selection of drinks at just $8
During happy hour customers can enjoy live jazz and a free drink when they order a pizza. They also offer a selection of drinks at just $8!
Visit @bonafinibk at 663 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn between Hawthorne and Winthrop St.
Brookvin
This cozy wine bar offers an expertly curated menu of wines by the glass and bottle as well as cocktails, snacks, and small plates. Pick a seat indoors, at the bar, or on the lovely back patio!
Happy Hour is Monday all day, Tuesday through Friday until 7pm, and Saturday & Sunday until 5pm:
$9 Montepulciano d’ Abruzzo (red)
$9 Bordeaux Blanc (white), Penya (rose)
$8 Vermont Cheddar Mac and’ Cheese (add bacon for $2)
Visit @Brookvin_nyc at 381 7th Avenue between 11th and 12th Streets.
Chela
Chela’s mission is “to make everyone feel like they are on a Mexican vacation”, and we think that their beautiful, colorful space does just that (and the margaritas don’t hurt). Pro tip: combine their happy hour with Taco Tuesday (3 tacos for $12). Vacation, here we come!
Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday from 12-7pm and Sunday from 4-7pm:
$10 Classic Margarita (add $1 for flavors)
$11 Chipotle Margarita
$10 Red Sangria
$9 House Red or White Wine
$8 Michelada Chida
$8 Tecate
$10 Baja Fish Tacos, Flautas, Mexican Poutine
Visit @Chelaparkslope at 408 5th Avenue between 7th and 8th streets.
Chuzo Culture
Recently named one of the best sports bars in NYC by Eater, Chuzo Culture serves delicious Ecuadorian street food and tasty cocktails in a casual, welcoming atmosphere. It’s great spot to watch the game, test your trivia knowledge (on Wednesdays) or enjoy live music (check their IG for the lineup).
Happy hour specials are daily from 4-7pm:
$10 Classic Margaritas, Daiquiris, Whiskey Sours, Mezcal Negronis, and Gin & Tonic
$9 Red Sangria & House Wine
$5 beers
$1.50 wings
$5-$10 Food specials including Ecuadorian Hot Dogs (Ecuadorian Chorizo, baguette, green sauce, pickled aioli, crushed potato chips, fries), and Patacones (crispy smashed plantains)
Check out the rotating specials: $10 mojitos all night Tuesdays, $8 sangrias all night Wednesdays, and HH specials for ladies all night Thursdays
Visit @ChuzoCulture at 412 5th Avenue between 7th and 8th Streets.
Commonwealth
The Commonwealth is the quintessential locals’ bar— the back patio, pinball machines, and jukebox featuring 2000+ songs give the space a nostalgic, neighborhood vibe.
Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 3-7 pm:
Draft beers are $4 or less
Everything else is $1 off!
Visit @CommonwealthBarBk at 497b 5th Avenue between 12th and 13th streets.
Fonda
Fonda’s OG location in Park Slope (there are also outposts in Chelsea and the Tribeca) is one of our favorite spots for creative contemporary Mexican dishes and weekend brunch.
Happy Hour is Monday all night and Tues & Sun 4-6pm at the bar:
$8 Wine
$7 Beers
$9 Sangrias
$11 Classic Margaritas & Frozen Rosalitas
$12 Mango & Strawberry Margaritas
$12 Mezcalitas
$11 Botanas (guacamole, nachos tostadas de carne, quesadillas, and more!)
Visit @FondaNYC at 434 7th Ave between 14th and 15th streets.
Gowanus Gardens
This laid-back kitchen & bar features a colorful back patio with a ping pong table, plus weekly trivia and watch parties.
Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3-7pm:
$2 Off House and N/A Cocktail Menu
$1 Off All Taps, Bottles and Cans
Visit @gowanusgardens at 256 4th Avenue between President and Caroll Streets.
Pasta Louise
This friendly neighborhood pasta joint, which opened during the pandemic, makes pasta, sauces, bread, and desserts from scratch daily.
Spritz & Chips Happy Hour is Tuesday through Friday from 3-5pm:
$12 Spritz & Chips! Choose from: Pompelmo Spritz, Louise's Special Spritz, or Aperol Spritz. They’ll add a bowl of chips to complete the "Italian Piazza in the Spring" feels
Plus, half off bottles of wine on Wednesdays!
On Tuesdays through Thursdays from 5-6pm and 9-10pm:
Negroni + Cacio e Pepe for $20
Visit @PastaLouise at 1114 8th Ave between 11th and 12th streets.
Saint Eves
Located a block away from Prospect Park. this cozy, elegantly decorated cocktail bar serves seasonal & classic cocktails alongside flatbreads, burgers & small plates.
Happy Hour is Monday through Thursday from 5-7pm:
$12 cocktails including Kentucky River (bourbon, cacao, peach), Ginger No 3 (mezcal, ginger, lime, pineapple, cayenne), Hemingway (rum, maraschino, grapefruit, lime), Tuxedo Np 2 (gin, dry vermouth, maraschino, absinthe), and the Army and Navy (gin, sunflower seed, lemon, absinthe)
$10 Red, White, & Rose Wine
$6 Peroni Lager
Visit @SaintEvesBK at 475 12th Street between 8th Ave and Prospect Park West.
Sandy Jack’s
This gay-owned, inclusive queer bar hosts weekly karaoke, trivia nights, and drag shows, plus happy hour 7 days a week!
Happy hour is daily from 3-7pm:
Buy one get one free drinks!
Visit @sandyjacksnyc at 683 5th Avenue between 20th and 21st St.
Scottadito Osteria Toscano
Scottadito is a family-owned Italian restaurant serving hearty, traditional dishes in a rustic and homey atmosphere.
Italian Cocktail Hour runs Wednesday through Friday from 4-6pm:
$7 Cocktails- Aperol Spritz, Bellini, Italian Gin & Tonic, Negroni, Margarita, Spagliato
$7 Pinot Grigio
$7 Plates: Tempura Artichoke, Meatball Polpettes, Cozze Mussels, Pizzetta, Calamari Fritti, Aranci Rice Balls, Caprese Salad
Visit @ScottaditoOsteriaToscano at 788A Union Street between President and Union Street.
Sweet Polly
This intimate, low-lit bar gives off speakeasy vibes and is a great choice for a date night, best friend catch up, or anytime you want a well-crafted cocktail in a chic atmosphere.
Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 4-6pm and Saturday and Sunday from 2-4pm:
$13 Cocktails On Tap- MeeMaw’s Night Out (Rye Whiskey, American Corn Whiskey, Coffee Liqueur, Xila 7-Note Liqueur, Curaçao, Benedictine), Clearly A Cosmo (Vodka, Pink Gin, Cranberry, Curaçao, Citrus, Orange Blossom) The Query (Aged Rums, Pineapple Liqueur, Citrus, Benedictine, Tiki Bitters) Staten Island Sucker Punch ( Tequila Blanco, Spiced Hibiscus, Grapefruit, Citrus, Bergamot Liqueur, Velvet Falernum), or a Negroni (Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth
$10 Selected Wines- Rose, Red, White
$2 oysters and a variety of discounted snacks
On Sat/Sun- Half off prosecco carafes and discounted mimosa and spritz kits!
Visit @SweetPollyNYC at 71 Sixth Avenue between Flatbush Ave and Bergen Street.
The Beer Garage
Converted from an actual garage space, this sports bar is a modern take on the classic dive. It’s filled with vintage auto-themed decor and offers a rotating selection of craft beer sourced locally and a full sports line-up.
Happy Hour is Monday through Thursday from 2-7pm:
$7 Draft beers
$1.50 oysters and clams
Visit @BeerGarageNY at 148 5th Avenue between Sterling and St Johns Place.
The Dram Shop Bar
This neighborhood sports bar & grill has been in Park Slope for over fifteen years. If you’re not a sports fan, you won’t be bored— the bar also offers pool, darts, pinball, and a selection of board games.
Happy Hour is on weekdays from 11:30am-6pm and Saturday from 11:30am-3pm:
$10 Frozen Cocktails (Frozen Margarita/ Seasonal Specials)
½ off Draft Pints, Well cocktails, Wines
$7.25 munchie menu- bar burger, chicken tortilla soup, 4pc chicken wings, etc.
Visit @DramShopBrooklyn at 339 9th Street between 5th and 6th Avenuess.
Union Hall
Union Hall is a 5,000 square foot bar & restaurant featuring fireplaces, a library, two indoor bocce courts, and outdoor seating. Plus, check out nightly comedy shows & concerts downstairs!
Happy Hour is Mon through Friday from 4-7pm:
$6 well drinks
$6 draft beer & wine
Visit @UnionHallNY at 702 Union Street between 5th and 6th Avenues.
Whisk & Whiskey
This female and minority-owned bar and bakery serves cocktails, wine, beer, baked goods, and small plates inspired by the owners' Trinidadian and Cambodian heritages.
Happy hour is Wednesday through Friday from 3-6pm and all day Sunday:
$6 Draft Beers
$8 Well Cocktails
$8 Wines
$10 Select Cocktails- Queen Bee (Aloo Gin, lemon, honey & splash of ginger beer), and Jenny (Whiskey, triple sec, ginger beer, lemon, simple syrup, house made bitters, topped with Prosecco.)
Visit @whiskandwhiskeybrooklyn at 259 4th Ave between Carroll St and Garfield Pl.
Wild
Wild is the only 100% gluten free Italian restaurant in Brooklyn, and its focus on traditional, classic Italian home cooking —including pizza!— makes it a great choice for all lovers of Italian food, not just those who are gluten free!
Happy Hour is Monday- Thursday from 2-7pm and Friday/Saturday/Sunday from 3-6pm:
$2 oysters/clams
$8 featured drinks & tapas
Visit @EatDrinkWildBK at 148 5th Avenue between Douglass and Degraw Streets.
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