August 27, 2018
– Ryan Leutz
Do you know what you’re doing after work tonight? We do! Happy hour in Orange County is almost a ritual amongst its dwellers, and with endless options of happy hour menus there is never a dull moment. Especially with the following 15 restaurants offering great views, live music, and made-from-scratch cuisine. From seafood to burgers, it’s almost impossible to go wrong with your restaurant of choice—especially when the prices are just as satisfying as the food. After a long day of work, skip the gym and grab a few friends to enjoy happy hour at some of Orange County’s finest.
Famously Delicious
Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern
Whether you want some gorgeous flatbread concoctions—Jalapeño-BBQ Duck, anyone?—or some good ‘ol nachos, JFAT is one of our top picks for happy hour. Their drinks are on point, too, with wine for $7, tap beers for $2 off and other well beverages on the menu from $5-7 to wash down all the drool-inducing grub. “Our ‘Sophia’s Skinny Margarita’ is my favorite and of a lot of our guests as it’s our number one selling cocktail at happy hour. It’s named after my friend Sophia Partida and is made with her Blanco Tequila and is muddled with cucumber, fresh mint, orange, lemon and lime. Lots of ‘skinny’ [margaritas] are really light on flavor and not very appealing, but ours delivers tons of flavor because of the addition of orange, cucumber and mint,” says Managing Partner David Wilhelm.
Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern
25001 Dana Point Harbor Dr
Dana Point, CA 92629
949.388.8900
South African Selections
Monday-Friday from 3 to 6 p.m., dive into South African-inspired dishes at Mozambique in Laguna Beach. Five days a week, this local favorite is packed with friends, family, coworkers and more, all enjoying the best of this unique cuisine. Sip on draft beers, well cocktails for only $5 or well martinis for… read more at Locale Magazine.
Ryan Leutz 