Happy hour food deals in Dallas that are actually worth it (updated March 2026)

Most "happy hours" are just $2 off a $14 drink. Here are the ones where the FOOD deals make it worth going.

Best food deals:

1. Katy Trail Ice House (3127 Routh St, Uptown) — Half-price appetizers 3-6 PM weekdays. Those nachos for $7 instead of $14? Yes.
2. HG Sply Co (Lower Greenville, 2008 Greenville Ave) — $5 tacos, $6 margaritas. 3-6 PM. Rooftop vibes.
3. El Bolero (Bishop Arts) — Half-price apps + $7 margaritas. 4-6 PM. Guac + queso for $6.
4. Meddlesome Moth (Design District, 1621 Oak Lawn Ave) — $6 small plates. The truffle fries are a steal. 4-6:30 PM.
5. CBD Provisions (Joule Hotel, Downtown) — $7 snacks, $9 cocktails. Fancy but affordable at HH.
6. Mexican Sugar (Plano, 7501 Lone Star Dr) — $5 street tacos, $6 margs. One of the best HH in Plano.

Best drink deals with decent food:

• The Nodding Donkey (SMU area) — $4 wells, $5 house wines. Bar food is solid.
• Christie's Sports Bar (Greenville Ave) — $3 domestics, good wings.

Overrated happy hours: Any Uptown spot charging $10 for a "discounted" cocktail.

Sources:

• Thrillist Dallas — "Best Happy Hours in DFW"
• D Magazine — happy hour guides
• Google Reviews — happy hour specific mentions
• Individual restaurant websites for current HH menus

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