Ah, happy hour. Sometimes after your 9-5, you’re just looking to let loose a little {especially after the year we’ve all had}. And while there is an endless number of spots in Jersey City and Hoboken where you can grab a cocktail – sometimes you don’t want to break the bank on a drink. Therefore, we’ve put our trust in Hoboken Girl readers when it comes to scoping out the best happy hours in town – so keep reading to find out where you can find the best happy hours in Jersey City for your next outing, according to local residents.
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Cellar 335 {335 Newark Avenue}
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With an abundance of specialty cocktails on the menu, you’ll always want to try something new at Cellar 335. With $2 off specialty cocktails, well-made drinks, and beers on Tuesdays through Fridays – it’s a great opportunity to do so.
Fox and Crow {594 Palisade Avenue}
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This Jersey City Heights gem is a must-visit if you’re in the area. Its eclectic, low-key vibe is is a great place to enjoy local musicians/talent playing. Plus, you can enjoy discounted cocktails and mixed drinks on Monday through Friday from 5PM – 7PM.
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Franklin Social {292 Barrow Street}
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This charming tavern with a rustic and cozy vibe offers discounted cocktails, wines, and draft beer on Mondays through Fridays from 4PM to 7PM. The full menu can be found here.
Hudson Hall {364 Marin Boulevard}
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A smokehouse and Biergarten, Hudson Hall is a fun spot for your next happy hour. On Mondays through Fridays from 4PM – 7PM, you can enjoy $5 drafts and $6 glasses of wine. PS – there are also daily food specials {including on the weekends} so check out the latest happy hour offerings.
Lokal {2 2nd Street}
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Views of NYC and a great happy hour menu. Lokal has a variety of drink specials with most beers and winemaking on the list. Bonus: there’s also delicious eats at a discounted price. From 4PM – 6PM on Tuesdays through Sundays, you can indulge in this happy hour menu.
Lucky 7 {322 2nd Street}
With a daily happy hour, Lucky 7 is a go-to when it comes to drinks after a long day. On Mondays through Friday from 3PM – 8PM, {also Saturdays and Sundays from 12PM – 8PM} you’ll find $4 well drink specials, and $3 select draft specials.
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McGinley Square Pub {755 Montgomery Street}
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McGinley Square Pub in – you guessed it – the heart of McGinley Square, has a great daily special that includes $5 drafts. With a great atmosphere, add this to your happy hour spots list.
The Archer {176 Newark Avenue}
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After a long day at work, we could all use a “Workman’s Comp Cocktail Hour”. That’s the happy hour theme at The Archer, where you can find $9 specialty cocktails and other specials that are available from 5PM – 7PM on Mondays through Fridays.
Villa Borghese 3 {475 Washington Boulevard}
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This restaurant offers some exceptionally priced happy hour specials. On Mondays through Fridays, enjoy $3 bottled beer, $4 shots, and $5 wine by the glass. Bonus: during the happy hour, enjoy discounted appetizers. After trying this happy hour, we have a feeling you’ll come back for more.
