In our list of Great Happy Hours in Northern Virginia, we rounded up more than 50 spots where you can find refreshing sips and elevated bites at discounted prices. Snag a good price on cocktails, beer, and bites at these locations in Fairfax and Falls Church.
Clare & Don’s
A tropical vacation after the workday is a lot to ask, but Clare & Don’s beachy vibe is the next best thing. Grab $7.50 margaritas, $5 beers, and a fried seafood basket. It’s great for company happy hours, too, with a special menu of buffet-style appetizers priced per-person for 20 or more.
Menu Available: Monday through Friday, 3–6 p.m. 130 N. Washington St., Falls Church
Ellie Bird
The discounted happy hour dishes at Ellie Bird go far beyond standard bar fare. Try bulgogi-loaded tater tots for $14, a braised pork belly BLT for $16, or crispy fried chicken with kimchi honey for $18. Wash it down with selections of beer for $5, wine for $8, or cocktails for $10.
Menu Available: Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday, 5–6:30 p.m. 125 Founders Ave., Falls Church
Kelly’s Oyster House
Head to this casual, friendly sports bar to catch the game over a beer or enjoy a sunny day on the front patio. Oysters run $2 each during happy hour Mondays through Saturdays or just $1 on Sundays — they’re the perfect companion to a crisp glass of wine or mixed drink. Other specials include fried shrimp, bruschetta, and shrimp spring rolls for $8.
Menu Available: Monday through Thursday, 3–6:30 p.m., Friday through Sunday, noon–6 p.m. 4069 Chain Bridge Rd., Fairfax
Urbano Mexican Restaurant
There’s a lively, colorful atmosphere at this Mosaic Tex-Mex spot. During happy hour, get $7 margaritas, sangria, or well cocktails and $6 glasses of wine. For bites, orders of taquitos, nachos, wings, and quesadillas are $11 each.
Menu Available: Monday through Friday, 3–7 p.m., all day Thursday. 2985 District Ave., Fairfax
MacMillan Whisky Room
Low lighting, plush leather bar seats, and a towering display of spirits set the scene at this haven for whiskey lovers in Mosaic. Happy hour customers get old fashioneds for $10 or $2 off signature drinks like the blueberry gin fizz. Sliders are also $2 off, and bottles of wine are 25% off.
Menu Available: Sunday through Thursday, 4–7 p.m., Friday through Saturday, 4–6 p.m. 2920 District Ave., Ste. 155, Fairfax
Best of NoVA Winner: Mama Tigre
The Best Happy Hour winner of our 2026 Best of NoVA poll offers an unexpected but enticing blend of Indian and Mexican flavors, evidenced in dishes like masala queso for $10 or butter chicken tacos for $11. In the spirit of fusion, try them alongside a $7 margarita-sangria swirl. Beer, wine, and rail drinks are $8 or less.
Menu Available: Monday through Friday, 3–6:30 p.m. 10443 White Granite Dr., Oakton
Feature image of MacMillan Whisky Room by Michael Butcher
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