Barramundi, [East Village] Manhattan

a friend and i stumbled upon barramundi because of its great happy hour. we got super cheap (and strong!) well-drinks from a super friendly bartender who also made popcorn for everyone in the bar! it was hardly crowded, and we sat a comfy and retro booth. atmosphere was relaxed but small, and could get crowded easily. a plus for the winter months = coat hooks on the side of the booths!


Barramundi
67 Clinton Street
New York, NY 10002
(212) 529-6999

Verlaine, [East Village] Manhattan

i have been to verlaine a few times before, and i must say i prefer going during the week. the atmosphere is relaxing and loungey, and if you get there early enough you can score a seat on the couches in the front. the selection for happy hour is not abundant (although it lasts until 10pm!), but the drink i had was so good - i ordered two. there are a few cocktails offered for $5 (i got the "Hanoi Lychee Martini"), and yueng-lings for $3. very cool place to hit up after work, and the food is delicious.

Verlaine
110 Rivington Street
New York, NY 10002
(212) 614-2494

The Heights Bar & Grill, [Morningside Heights] Manhattan

when we can, my friend kristin and i try to frequent this happy hour as often as possible. it's located near our schools, so when we get out of class thursday evenings, it's a mad-dash to make it here by 7. they serve full sized pint glasses of margaritas for $4, as well as $4 pint drafts. the marg's are usually around $8, so you would be haulin' it here too! [and they're reeeaallllly good]

2867 Broadway
New York, NY 10025-7805
(212) 866-7035

The Rubin Museum, [Chelsea] Manhattan

i know you're thinking - drinking in a museum?? the rubin museum does an awesome happy hour on fridays where they whip up 2-for-1 cocktail/martinis. and they are fantastic drinks. 2 of these liquored delights will run you 12$, so bring a friend and go halfsies! the museum is also open for free after 7pm (admission usually runs 15-20$!), and you can try to suppress your buzz long enough to fully appreciate Himalayan art - but don't kid yourself. i think we lasted 15 mins. well worth it though!

The Rubin Museum
150 W 17th St
New York, NY 10011-5402
(212) 620-5000
Happy hour: Fridays 6-7pm