Cheap Drinks & Happy Hours on the Strip

It’s not a well-kept secret that prices in Vegas, especially on the Strip, have been on an upward trajectory. A bottle of domestic beer at a casino bar can set you back upwards of $10… That’s what a 12-pack should cost!

Luckily, there are still places to grab a cheap beer or cocktail on, or within walking distance, of the Strip.

Bear in mind that happy hour deals can change frequently and without notice. I’ll do my best to stay on top of changes, but recommend clicking through to the linked menu where applicable to confirm the offer is current before making the trip!

Happy Hour Deals on the Las Vegas Strip

When it comes to finding drink deals on the Strip, malls tend to be your friend as opposed to casino bars. As you’ll see below, both the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood and Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian are chock-full of deals.

Drink Deals in the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood

Blondies Sports Bar & Grill – Miracle Mile Shops: If you can throw ’em back, Blondies has a drink deal for you. Located in Planet Hollywood’s Miracle Mile Shops, Blondies serves all-you-can-drink wells & domestic draft beers between 3-6 pm (Monday – Friday) for a mere $20.

The sheer amount of value provided by Blondies qualifies it as one of the best sports bars in Vegas.

Cabo Wabo – Miracle Mile Shops: From 3 pm – 5 pm Monday – Friday, Cabo Wabo at Planet Hollywood offers a rotating selection of drink deals. Note that they do tack on a scammy 4.85% “CNF Fee”.. which is a fee… for nothing in return to every check.

Ketchup – Miracle Mile Shops: Ketchup offers $5 “Bud Light drafts daily during hours of operation”King Cans” of beer at their walk-up bar daily.

Flights – Miracle Mile Shops: Known for their flights of 3 drinks at a time, Flights serves select cocktails at the discounted price of 3 for $15 all day that include bloodies & mimosas in the morning, and margaritas and daiquiris in the evening.

Buddy V’s Ristorante in the Grand Canal Shoppes: Also located in the Grand Canal Shoppes, Buddy V’s offers happy hour deals every day from 11:30 am – 5:30 pm on their indoor patio, and from 3 pm – 5:30 pm at the bar as part of their happy hour. Deals include:

• $5 domestic bottles
• $5 sangria
• $5 house wine
• $5 bloody marys
• $6 small bites

Grimaldi’s Pizzaria in the Grand Canal Shoppes: Known for having some of the best pizza in Vegas, Grimaldi’s also offers a daily happy hour that runs from 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm. Deals include:

• $15 off bottles of wine
• $2 off draft beer
• $3 off wine by the glass

Trustworthy Brewing Co. in the Grand Canal Shoppes: Enjoy $2 off draft beers, cocktails, and glasses of wine as part of Trustworty’s daily happy hour that runs Sunday through Friday from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm and again from 9:00 pm – close.

In addition to drink deals, Trustworthy also offers 50% off select appetizers during happy hour.

Virgil’s Real Barbecue – Linq Promenade: Located along the Linq Promenade, Virgil’s offers happy hour Monday – Thursday from 2 pm – 5 pm at the downstairs bar.

Included in the happy hour are:

• $6 draft beer
• $8 wine by the glass
• $7-$8 cocktails (depending on the drink)
• Numerous food deals are also offered for as little as $4.

Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club: If you’re in the area, stop into the popular comedy club for a discounted cocktail during their happy hour which runs from 5 pm – 7 pm daily. Included in the deal are:

• $5 beer
• $6 cocktail, shots, and wine
• $7 bites

On a separate note, my wife and I recently attended a show and were blown away by the talent for the price ($25 bucks). I can’t recommend stopping in on a night that Gina Brillon is performing more – Fantastic.

Tilted Kilt – Linq Promenade: Happy Hour at Tilted Kilt is offered Monday – Friday from 3 pm – 7 pm and Sunday – Wednesday from 10 pm – close. Deals include:

• $2 off beer, wine, and well drinks
• $7 Select appetizers

As part of a “Thirsty Thursday” promotion, Tilted Kilt also offers $7 16oz Blue Moon, Dox XX, and Coors Light. 12oz White Claw and High Noons are also offered.

Sugarcane at The Venetian: Located in The Venetian’s “Restaurant Row”, Sugarcane offers happy hour Sunday – Thursday during 2 windows at the bar from 3 pm – 6 pm and again from 10 pm – close.

Deals Include:

• $7 draft beer (several craft options)
• $8 cocktails
• $8 wine by the glass
• Discounted bites that include oysters, a shrimp cocktail, Korean chicken wings, and bacon-wrapped dates among other options.

Carlos’ N Charlie’s at Flamingo: Nestled in the back of Flamingo’s gaming floor, Carlos’ N Charlie’s offers 2-for-1 margaritas, mojitos, and draft beers daily from 2 pm – 6 pm.

RPM Italian in the Forum Shops: Also nestled within the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, RPM offers a happy hour from 3 – 6 pm on weekdays that includes:

• $8 wine by the glass
• $8 signature cocktails
• $8 bites

Slots A Fun: While the bar had been shuttered for some time, it’s reopened and is serving $2 draft beer along with $2 popcorn, hot dogs, and shrimp cocktails.

Dick’s Last Resort at Excalibur: The bar and restaurant known for being rude to guests offers a happy hour window daily from noon – 5 pm that includes:

• $6 domestic bottles
• $6 house liquors
• $6 house margaritas
• $6 appetizers

STK at Cosmopolitan: Happy hour at STK runs daily from 3 pm – 6 pm and features:

• 11 price specialty cocktails
• $10 Whispering Angel rose
• $10 Glass Justin Cabernet
• $7 bites (truffle fries, salmon slider, beef tartare, jalapeno pickled shrimp cocktail, and more).

Robert Irvine’s Public House at Tropicana: Two happy hour windows are offered at Robert Irvine’s Public House from 3 pm – 6 pm and again from 8 pm – 10 pm.

During that time, guests can score:

• $6 Drafts (Modelo, Corona, Pacifico)
• $2 off any pizza

Aztec Inn Casino: Across the street from STRAT, I recently stumbled across a sidewalk sign at Aztec Inn advertising:

• $3 draft beer
• $5 well drinks
• $7 bloody marys

Now, I’m not sure if these drink deals are offered around the clock, or at specific times. Either way, Aztec Inn is likely a decent bet for a cheap drink whenever you’re in the neighborhood.

Viva at Resorts World: While not the best happy hour in Vegas from a price perspective, Viva serves happy hour from 3 pm – 5 pm daily, which includes:

• $6 bottled beer
• $6 house wine

In addition to cocktails, a number of food items are also offered at a discount.

Casbar at Sahara: A gorgeous lounge bordering Sahara’s gaming floor, Casbar offers a daily happy hour from 3 pm – 5 pm and again from 8 pm – 9 pm which includes:

• 50% off featured cocktails
• BOGO beers
• $5 select shots
• $5 popcorn

Drink Deals Steps Away From the Strip

Ellis Island Brewery: Tucked behind Horseshoe just off the Strip, Ellis Island is a diamond off the beaten path. The brewery at Ellis offers 6 permanent beers and a rotation of seasonal selections. Ellis’ brewery produces great beer and at $4 for a 20oz. glass, it’s a steal.

OYO: Just steps away from the Strip, OYO can be found behind Tropicana. They offer $2 bottled beer (Bud Light and Michelob Ultra) 24 hours a day, 365 days per year.