Bushwick has no shortage of places to grab a drink, but some bars make the early evening especially worthwhile. From natural wine and dollar oysters to beer-and-shot combos and two-for-one cocktails, these neighborhood favorites offer plenty of reasons to head out before the late-night crowds arrive.
Below are the top Bushwick spots worth considering for happy hour, whether you're after a quick after-work drink, affordable cocktails with friends, or an excuse to make dinner out of it. Specials and schedules can change, so check with each bar before heading over.
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Ten Bells
Bushwick | Best for deals on natural wine and $1 oysters
📍 65 Irving Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Ten Bells Happy Hour
$1 oysters, $8 natural wine, $5 beers, $11 martinis, $21 wine carafes.
Happy hour daily until 7 PM.
Last confirmed: Nov 9, 2026
The Ten Bells brings its laid-back natural wine bar concept to Irving Avenue, pairing a thoughtful selection of wines with small plates and seafood. It's an especially appealing stop for anyone who prefers a glass of something interesting over the usual after-work pint, without committing to a formal dinner.
The oyster-and-wine combination is the main draw during happy hour, but the atmosphere makes it easy to stay longer. Grab a spot with friends, explore the wine list, and turn an early drink into a leisurely evening in one of Bushwick's more relaxed wine-focused hangouts.
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Witching Hour
Bushwick | Best for budget-friendly classic cocktails
📍 1312 Decatur St, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Witching Hour’s Happy Hour:
$4 beer-and-shot combos, $5 Corona, $4 hard seltzers, $6 wine, $6 margaritas & old fashioneds.
Every day until 8 PM
Last confirmed: Nov 9, 2026
Witching Hour is a neighborhood cocktail bar on Decatur Street with a playful, slightly mystical identity. Its menu combines familiar classics with seasonal creations, making it an appealing choice when one person wants a straightforward margarita and another is looking to try something different.
The happy-hour pricing makes classic cocktails especially approachable, while its neighborhood setting lends itself to an unhurried catch-up. The bar also hosts events including karaoke, so an early drink can easily turn into a longer night.
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Hart Bar
Bushwick | Best for cheap beer and a casual night out
📍 538 Hart St, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Hart Bar’s Happy Hour:
$4 beers, $6 beer-and-shot combos, $7 wine, $6 well drinks, $12 cocktails.
Every day 5–7 PM
Last confirmed: Nov 9, 2026
Hart Bar is a neighborhood hangout on Hart Street that makes a good starting point for an evening in Bushwick. Its straightforward, relaxed appeal is part of the draw: a place to meet friends over drinks without making the outing feel like a special occasion.
The specials cover the basics—beer, wine, cocktails, and a beer-and-shot pairing—so there's something for both a quick round and a slower catch-up. The venue also hosts a pop-up kitchen, offering the option to order food rather than move on when happy hour ends.
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Talon
Bushwick | Best for early afternoon happy hour & beer-and-shot specials
📍 220 Wyckoff Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Talon’s Happy Hour:
$6 Estrella-and-shot combo, $7 Veltins-and-shot combo, $7 well mixed drinks, and $1 off draft beer.
Every day 2–6 PM
Additional industry-night specials on Mondays 10 PM–4 AM
Last confirmed: Nov 9, 2026
Talon is a character-filled Bushwick neighborhood bar with craft beers on tap, cocktails, and the kind of space that works for almost any kind of gathering. The main room features a pool table and an eclectic collection of curiosities, while a leafy, heated garden offers a change of scenery throughout the year.
Its early-starting happy hour is particularly useful for afternoon plans, and the beer-and-shot combinations keep things uncomplicated. There's also a food menu for anyone settling in, plus a downstairs event space called No Exit that gives the venue another dimension beyond the main bar.
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Juke Bar
Bushwick | Best for discounted wine and cocktails
📍 400 Troutman St, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Juke Bar’s Happy Hour:
$5 beer, $5 house liquor, $7 house wine, $10 cocktails.
Weekdays 4–7 PM
Last confirmed: Nov 9, 2026
Juke Bar is a laid-back Troutman Street spot focused on cocktails, craft beer, and shareable food. Its welcoming atmosphere works equally well for a low-key first drink or a casual get-together, with a menu built for groups that want something to snack on while they talk.
Happy hour is a good time to explore the cocktail list at a lower price, especially if the usual bar tab adds up quickly. The Bushwick location also runs events such as trivia, giving regulars another reason to make it part of their neighborhood rotation.
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Keybar
Bushwick | Best for two-for-one drinks
📍 143 Troutman St, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Keybar’s Happy Hour:
Buy 1 Get 1 for free
Every day 6 PM–8 PM; Tuesday all night (6 PM–2 AM)
Last confirmed: Nov 9, 2026
Keybar has a much longer history than its current Bushwick address might suggest. Founded by two Hungarian owners in Manhattan's East Village in 2002, the bar has brought its upbeat, music-focused personality to Troutman Street, where DJs and a lively crowd are central to the experience.
The signature happy-hour deal is unusually flexible: the free-drink ticket you get when buying your drink doesn't expire, so you don't have to squeeze both rounds into one visit. With everything from beer and shots to cocktails included in the offer, it's a strong option for groups with different tastes—and for anyone planning to come back.
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Yours Sincerely
Bushwick | Best for inventive draft cocktails
📍 41 Wilson Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Yours Sincerely’s Happy Hour:
$7 cocktails
Every day 5–7 PM
Last confirmed: Nov 9, 2026
Yours Sincerely isn't your typical cocktail bar. Tucked along Wilson Avenue, this intimate Bushwick spot styles itself as a cocktail laboratory, serving carefully prepared drinks on draft rather than mixing every order from scratch. The cocktails arrive in lab-inspired glassware, giving familiar favorites and more experimental creations a playful presentation without sacrificing the craft behind them.
Inside, dim lighting, cozy booths, and a narrow bar create a low-key setting that feels particularly suited to a date or a small group of friends. The daily happy hour is an accessible way to experience the concept, whether you're starting with a margarita or exploring the wider draft cocktail menu before heading elsewhere in the neighborhood.
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Turbo Pizza Bar
Bushwick | Best for Detroit-style pizza and all-day specials
📍 1540 DeKalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Turbo Pizza’s Happy Hour:
$5 Mind Erasers all day every Monday.
$10 wings all day every Wednesday.
$6 Bud + shot combo all day every Thursday.
Last confirmed: Nov 9, 2026
Turbo Pizza is part neighborhood bar, part Detroit-style pizzeria, and entirely suited to a casual night out in Bushwick. Its thick, square pies have airy centers and crisp, caramelized cheese edges, with options ranging from the classic cheese and pepperoni to more inventive combinations. Inside, roomy booths, a pool table, and low-key barroom decor make it feel as much like a place to hang out as somewhere to grab dinner.
What makes Turbo especially useful for a budget-friendly night is its rotating lineup of all-day weekday deals. Mondays call for $5 Mind Erasers, Wednesdays bring $10 wings, and Thursdays are for $6 Bud-and-shot combinations—so there's a reason to stop by even outside the usual early-evening happy-hour window. Order a pie for the table and settle in for a round or two.
Dive Bar BK
Bushwick | Best for affordable cocktails and bar food
📍 408 Troutman St, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Dive Bar BK’s Happy Hour
$4 shots, $5 beers, $6 wine, $8 cocktails, $10 frozen drinks.
Discounted wings, burgers and bar bites.
Monday all day; Tuesday–Friday 5–8 PM; Saturday 3–8 PM.
Last confirmed: Nov 9, 2026
True to its name, Dive Bar BK is an easygoing spot for drinks, casual bites, and a lively night out on Troutman Street. The venue brings a nautical-inspired look and Latin-influenced energy to Bushwick, with a cocktail menu that goes beyond the basic neighborhood dive.
It's one of the more practical happy-hour picks if you're arriving hungry: discounted drinks share the spotlight with wings, burgers, and other bar food. Come for an inexpensive round with friends, then stick around as the room shifts into a busier evening hangout.
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Sea Wolf
Bushwick | Best for oysters with happy-hour drinks
📍 19 Wyckoff Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Sea Wolf’s Happy Hour:
$8 beer, $8 house wine, $30 bottles of wine, $10 sangria, $11 frozen drinks.
$10.50 half-dozen oysters, $10 wings, $9 brussels sprouts
Every day 4–7 PM
Last confirmed: Nov 9, 2026
Sea Wolf brings a beachy, nautical mood to Wyckoff Avenue, with seafood at the center of the experience. Expect oysters, lobster rolls, and other coastal favorites alongside cocktails, all in a casual room decorated with sea-creature artwork and plenty of personality.
For anyone who prefers happy hour with a plate of food, Sea Wolf is an easy recommendation. The oyster specials and frozen drinks make a compelling combination, and its location near the Jefferson Street L stop makes it a convenient first stop before exploring the surrounding bars.
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