Drink · Happy hour · 2026
The best happy hours near Times Square.
Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 6 places.
Times Square sees an average of more than 350,000 pedestrians daily, and plenty of bars and restaurants are eager to host the crowds. However, many may not realize that there are plenty of Times Square happy hours, which provide an indispensable way to save some cash.
Between classy rooftop bars, half-off Cuban empanadas, and discounted vodka shots, here are the best happy hour deals in Times Square based on my local experience.
- Castell RooftopBar · Times SquareCastell is one of the best spots for happy hour in Times Square if you want to impress someone special or treat yourself (and your wallet) to a good time.
- Havana CentralRestaurant · Times Square
- MargaritavilleRestaurant · Times SquareThere are four bars inside Margaritaville, but the namesake Margaritaville Bar and Restaurant is home to the best happy hour in Times Square.
- Mr. Bigg'sBar · Times SquareWith select shots and beers priced at just $4 all day, every day, it's a steal.
- Russian Vodka RoomBar · Times SquareAs can be expected with Russian hospitality, the pours are generous and strong, which is why the Russian Vodka Room is a can't-miss happy hour in Times Square.
- The Rum HouseBar · Times SquareThere's a slight speakeasy vibe thanks to the 20th-century decor.
Castell Rooftop
Bar · Times Square · AC Hotel, 260 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018
Castell is one of the best spots for happy hour in Times Square if you want to impress someone special or treat yourself (and your wallet) to a good time.
Margaritaville
Restaurant · Times Square · 560 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018
There are four bars inside Margaritaville, but the namesake Margaritaville Bar and Restaurant is home to the best happy hour in Times Square.
Mr. Bigg's
Bar · Times Square · 596 10th Ave, New York, NY 10036
With select shots and beers priced at just $4 all day, every day, it's a steal.
Russian Vodka Room
Bar · Times Square · 265 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019
As can be expected with Russian hospitality, the pours are generous and strong, which is why the Russian Vodka Room is a can't-miss happy hour in Times Square.
The Rum House
Bar · Times Square · 228 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
There's a slight speakeasy vibe thanks to the 20th-century decor.
Best happy hours near Times Square, 2026
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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 12 Tempting Happy Hours in Times Square (Local’s Guide).