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The Best Happy Hours on the Newport Beach Peninsula

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August 27, 2021

We want a drink and we don’t want to pay a million dollars for it. Newport Beach is the land of lounge and leisure for many a reason – one of which is the town’s skill for hosting an excellent happy hour.

But with so many places to grab a drink and unwind with friends, which spot do you choose? As lifelong locals, we have our favorite happy hours in town for three specific reasons: their value, quality, and ambiance. Because let’s be real: life’s too short for soggy fries and subpar well drinks.

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It’s Happy Hour in the Jellyfish Lounge! 

The Cannery Seafood of the Pacific

Wednesday – Saturday 4:00-6:00pm

Sundays 3:30-6:00pm

Ascend the gorgeous steps of the iconic Cannery Seafood of the Pacific and enter a happy hour haven. Every seat in the Jellyfish Lounge overlooks the bay and every item on the happy hour menu is just as incredible as the next. Will it be the $5 shisito peppers or garlic fries with yuzu cilantro aioli? Then there’s the fresh fish, sushi rolls, and sashimi to consider. On top of that, all drinks – cocktails, wine, and beer – are $2 cheaper to keep the evening festive (and affordable). 

CLICK HERE for the full menu

 

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Groovy, Gritty, & with a Gorgeous View!

The Blue Beet

Monday – Friday 2:00-6:00pm

Smack dab in the middle of the Newport pier area is The Blue Beet, a funky bar and music venue beloved by any true blue Newport local. Their nightly food special is unreal (still don’t know how they only charge $17 for their Thursday night prime rib) and their venue is fun yet down-to-earth. When there isn’t a band playing a bluesy set, their third floor patio is where it’s at. With the view of the ocean and a $6 happy hour menu, there’s honestly not a better place to be on this planet. There’s even a happy hour food menu for kids! So bring the fam, drink a beer, and soak up the good life in Newport Beach.

CLICK HERE for the menu 

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Nobu Takes Happy Hour to the Next Level

Nobu

Monday – Thursday 5:00-7:00pm

Newport Beach got a whole lot fancier when Nobu arrived on the scene. Acclaimed Chef Nobu is known for curating an immaculate dining experience by serving the freshest, most inspired sushi around. Luckily for us, this top-of-the-line restuarant offers a happy hour, called Tanoshi Hour, that gives diners the chance to try this caliber of sushi without the hefty price tag. Sit in the chic dining room located on the Lido Marina Village waterfront and sip on specialty cocktails while savoring cold and hot offerings ranging from $9-$14. We promise this will be a happy hour you’ll never forget.

CLICK HERE for the Tanoshi Menu 

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The Harborside Restaurant

7 days/week 12:00pm-6:00pm

There’s something to said for a classic happy hour menu – we’re talking mac n’ cheese, french fries, tacos, the works. The Harborside Pavilion not only provides Happy Hour favorites up the wazoo, but they are also located in the historic and b-e-a-utiful Balboa Pavilion built in 1906. It doesn’t take too long to realize that there’s nothing quite like enjoying a beer while watching the sailboats float by. The Harborside boasts the longest happy hour on the peninsula, and you know what? Thank goodness, because there’s no better place to experience the heart and soul of Newport Beach!

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Want more of our favorite Newport Beach dining destinations? CLICK HERE for those local, hole-in-the-wall favorites you won’t even find on Yelp! But boy are they delicious!

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