NYC Happy Hour App: Your Guide to the Best Happy Hours in New York City
Finding the perfect happy hour in NYC shouldn't feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Happiest Hours NYC is the ultimate NYC happy hour app designed to help you discover the best drink specials, food deals, and bar promotions.
What Makes Happiest Hours the Best NYC Happy Hour App?
Built by a New Yorker, for New Yorkers
Happiest Hours NYC was born from a real frustration. Our founder got tired of the endless cycle of searching TikTok, scrolling through restaurant pages, and calling venues just to find a good happy hour spot to meet friends. Even worse? Having to repeat the entire process the next time because deals change and it's impossible to remember what you found weeks ago.
That's why we specialize exclusively in NYC. We're not a generic bar finder trying to cover every city in America. We're deeply rooted in New York's unique happy hour culture, and we understand what locals actually need when they're looking for a place to grab drinks after work or meet friends on the weekend.
Manually Verified, Not Auto-Scraped
Unlike other apps that rely on automated web scraping or crowdsourced data, we take a hands-on approach. Every single happy hour deal in our database is manually researched, verified, and entered by our team. We call restaurants directly to confirm details, check websites for updates, and ensure the information you see is current and accurate.
Clean, Focused Design
We believe finding a happy hour should be simple, not overwhelming. That's why our app features a clean, uncluttered interface that focuses exclusively on the information you need. No ads, no distracting photos, no unnecessary features - just a straightforward, aesthetically pleasing experience designed to help you find the perfect spot quickly.
Key Features of Our NYC Happy Hour Finder
Our app is packed with thoughtful features designed around how New Yorkers actually search for happy hours.
Clean, Uncluttered Interface
No ads, no distracting photos, no unnecessary features. Just a straightforward, aesthetically pleasing experience designed to help you find the perfect spot quickly. Whether you're browsing by neighborhood or exploring the map, Happiest Hours NYC gives you multiple ways to discover your next favorite spot.
Detailed Labels
Each listing shows whether the happy hour features drinks, food, non-alcoholic options, and/or oysters plus additional special tags such as "italian", "dive bar", "rooftop" and more so that you have a better idea of what you could expect from that happy hour.
Smart Filtering
Select your borough and neighborhood, then filter by day and time if you're planning ahead. The app instantly shows you relevant happy hours happening when you need them. No more scrolling through irrelevant listings from across the city.
Real-Time Status
See at a glance if a happy hour deal is happening now, starting at a later time, or if it ends within the hour. No mental math required - just instant clarity on timing.
Detailed Venue Pages
Tap any listing to see a full breakdown including an interactive map with location pin, website link, complete happy hour details and timings, and a quick way to report incorrect info or give feedback.
Map View
Prefer a visual approach? Tap the map icon in the header to see all happy hours displayed as pins on an NYC map. Tap any pin to see the deal details, or use "Show Nearby" to discover happy hours close to your current location.
Why NYC Needs a Dedicated Happy Hour App
New York City has thousands of bars and restaurants, each with their own happy hour schedules, deals, and specials. Traditional methods of finding happy hours (like searching Google, checking Instagram and Tik Tok, or asking friends) are time-consuming and often lead to outdated information.
Happiest Hours NYC solves this problem by centralizing all happy hour information in one easy-to-use app. We've done the research so you don't have to.
Coverage Across NYC
Our NYC happy hour app currently covers Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens, with new neighborhoods being added frequently. We cover the following neighborhoods currently and add areas frequently by demand:
- Manhattan: Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Midtown East, Kips Bay, Gramercy, Chelsea, Flatiron/Nomad, West Village, East Village, Lower East Side, Nolita, NoHo, Fidi/Battery Park City, Tribeca, Hudson Yards, Hell's Kitchen, SoHo, Greenwich Village, Koreatown, Harlem, East Harlem, Theater District, Murray Hill
- Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn Heights, Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Bed-Stuy, Bushwick - with more neighborhoods getting added soon
- Queens: Long Island City, Astoria - with more neighborhoods getting added soon
Don't see your neighborhood? We're expanding coverage every day. Submit feedback to let us know which areas you'd like to see added next.
How to Use the Happiest Hours NYC App
- Download the free app from the App Store
- Select a neighborhood
- Filter by day and/or time if you're planning for a future happy hour
- Browse the clean, organized list of happy hours
- Tap on any listing to see full details, hours, and specials
- Head to your chosen spot and enjoy!
Download the Best NYC Happy Hour App Today
Join thousands of New Yorkers who have made Happiest Hours NYC their go-to app for finding the best happy hour deals in the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Happiest Hours NYC app free?
Yes! The app is completely free to download and use. No subscriptions, no hidden fees.
How often is the happy hour information updated?
We continuously update our database to ensure you have the most accurate and current information about NYC happy hours.
Can I suggest a happy hour to add?
Absolutely! We welcome suggestions from our community and find them very helpful. Use the feedback form in the app or on our website to let us know about happy hours we should include.
Does the app work on Android?
Currently, Happiest Hours NYC is available on iOS. We're working on an Android version based on user demand.
For Bars and Restaurants
Are you a bar or restaurant owner looking to get featured on the best NYC happy hour app? We help local businesses reach thousands of potential customers who are actively searching for happy hour deals in their neighborhood.
Learn more about featured placement and how we can help drive traffic to your establishment.