Top 10 Happy Hours in Seattle Southside

Happy Hour: Daily from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

If you're looking for a great restaurant near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), check out 13 Coins. This iconic, Seattle-area institution, established in 1967, has a swanky, retro vibe with dark, high-backed leather booths and an exhibitionist's kitchen where you can watch your food being prepared. The menu features classic American steakhouse favorites and has a phenomenal happy hour, offering $2 off specialty cocktails and select wines, $1 off draft and bottled beers, and $6 well-drinks. For food, choose from plenty of small plates ranging from $7-$10, such as fried artichokes, sliders, bruschetta and crispy Brussels sprouts. You won't leave hungry.

Happy Hour: Sunday & Monday from 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. | Tuesday - Saturday from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Rendition, located inside Tukwila's Hotel Interurban, is a chic, modern restaurant and bar serving urban takes on classic American dishes. The bar offers an unbeatable happy hour with delicious small bites like bacon mac and cheese and tequila lime shrimp—all at great prices. Bonus points for having flavorful veggie dishes, like charred Brussels sprouts with balsamic glaze and roasted corn ribs with chipotle aioli. Plus, you can enjoy $2 off well drinks, house wine, and draft beer, making it the perfect spot to unwind after work or catch up with friends over fantastic food and drinks.

Happy Hour: Daily from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. (Note: It is closed for renovations until February 17, 2025).

Sharps Roasthouse in SeaTac is known for its smoked meats and extensive bar menu, making it an ideal stop when you're near SEA airport. The famous $7.99 Scratch Martini is a great deal any time of day, while the happy hour menu features more discounts on creative craft cocktails like a champagne mango margarita. Pair your drink with full-sized happy hour dishes, including Crispy Alaskan Cod Tacos and Applewood Smoked Pulled Pork Fries. If you're looking for something shareable, the Southern Spread & Guac or Fried Creamer Potatoes are great choices.

Happy Hour: Daily from 3 - 6 p.m.

For a happy hour with a stunning waterfront view, head to Anthony’s HomePort in Des Moines, Washington. Overlooking the picturesque Des Moines Marina, this spot offers breathtaking views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Known for its fresh seafood, the happy hour menu does not disappoint, featuring delicious bites like crispy calamari with lemon aioli, steamed Manila clams, and Dungeness crab. Craving something heartier? Enjoy a beach burger or crispy cod tacos. Pair your meal with great drink deals, including $2 off draft beer and glass wines, and deals on specialty cocktails. It’s the perfect place to sip, snack, and soak in the scenic beauty.

Happy Hour: Daily from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | 9 p.m. to close

Local restaurant group Duke's Seafood Restaurant is famous for its fresh seafood and commitment to sustainable sourcing. The location in Westfield Southcenter Mall offers happy hour every day, including weekends, making it the perfect stop after a shopping spree. The happy hour menu offers $3 off many appetizers, including Dungeness crab, wild salmon bites, prawns, clams, and calamari, so you can get your seafood fix without breaking the bank. Other highlights include $5 off grass-fed burgers and $3 off the restaurant's award-winning clam chowder. As for drinks, enjoy $3 off wine by the glass, and $2 off well drinks, seltzers, and draft beer.

Happy Hour: Sunday - Thursday from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Friday - Saturday from 8 p.m. - Close

For more than 20 years, Washington restaurant group Trapper's Sushi Co. has built a reputation for having dependably great sushi and a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere. It also happens to have an amazing happy hour, offering half-off appetizers like jalapeño poppers, shishito peppers, and gyoza, along with half-off the entire bar menu. Their 3-for-$33 deal lets you pick one appetizer and two sushi rolls, making it a perfect option for sharing. On Sundays, the bar offers happy hour pricing all day (!) and kids under 10 get an entire meal for free with the purchase of one adult meal. It's a hard to beat deal.

Happy Hour: Monday - Friday from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Sunday - Thursday from 9 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Get a taste of the Caribbean at Bahama Breeze in Tukwila, where their happy hour offers half-priced appetizers and specials on tropical cocktails. Located just outside Westfield Southcenter Mall, it's a convenient spot before or after shopping and has plenty of space for large groups. Indulge in flavorful starters like beef empanadas, coconut shrimp, and Jamaican jerk wings. Pair these with handcrafted island-inspired drinks such as the Bahama Mama, a blend of rums, banana liqueur, and fruit juices, or the Frozen Bahamarita, a tropical twist on the classic margarita.

Happy Hour: Daily from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

With a lineup of expertly crafted Thai small plates and a legacy of authenticity and hospitality, Bai Tong Thai Restaurant is an ideal place to indulge in delicious flavors at a great price. The SeaTac restaurant has served top-notch, authentic Thai food since its founding in 1989 by a former Thai Airways flight attendant, who wanted to provide her fellow crew members with a taste of home. The happy hour menu features deals on delicious apps, including crispy fried wontons stuffed with seasoned pork, chicken satay skewers with peanut sauce, and fresh spring rolls packed with veggies and vermicelli. For heartier options, enjoy favorites like pad thai or a rich red curry for less than $15.

Happy Hour: Monday - Friday from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Arturo’s Mexican Restaurant in Des Moines serves authentic dishes in a warm, welcoming setting, where everyone feels at home. The family-owned business was founded in 2011 by Arturo and his brothers, who use recipes they learned in their mother’s kitchen in Zamora, Michoacán. The happy hour menu is a killer deal, featuring $9 meals such as chicken quesadillas, seven-layer dip, and five tacos with housemade tomatillo sauce. Pair these with a refreshing margarita or handcrafted cocktail, and enjoy the festive atmosphere that makes Arturo’s a local favorite.

Happy Hour: Sunday-Thursday from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | 9 p.m. - Close

Moctezuma’s Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar in Westfield Southcenter Mall has a warm, festive atmosphere, with crackling fireplaces, ornate, hanging lights, and beautiful tiled walls. Voted "Best Restaurant for Mexican" by South Sound Magazine numerous years in a row, it's a local favorite with extensive dishes to choose from. The margarita menu alone is impressive, with half a dozen different types to choose from. Happy hour is available in the tequila bar every day, though the deals ary by day. Enjoy specials like Margarita Monday ($3 off margs), Taco Tuesdays ($3 off tacos), and Tequila Wednesdays (discounted top shelf tequila). You'll also find small plates to share, such as grilled corn, ceviche, taquitos, and chips and dip ranging from $4-$15.