The cost-of-living crisis has forced everyone to tighten their purse-strings a certain amount, but this shouldn’t have to stop us from going out and enjoying ourselves. Thankfully, lots of bars and pubs now offer Happy Hours with discounts on selected drinks for this exact reason. So, after plenty of research, here are the bars and pubs that we think offer the best value Happy Hours in Brighton.
Get the Most Out of Your Evening with Happy Hour Deals in Brighton
| Bootlegger | Speakeasy-inspired bar with 2 for £15 on cocktails. |
| Mrs Fitzherberts | Quirky pub next to Brighton Dome with an upstairs cocktail lounge and cocktail deals. |
| The Mesmerist | Lively bar in Brighton with a rooftop terrace and weekday Happy Hour deals. |
| Twisted Lemon | Iconic local & independent cocktail bar offering reduced prices on tasty cocktails. |
| Shuffle | Jukebox cocktail bar with different deals on every single day. |
| R-Bar | Beloved gay bar with 50% off all drinks at selected times. |
| Village | Hanover bar/café provides delicious food and fantastic Happy Hour deals. |
| The Argyle Arms | Cosy backstreet pub with impressive student and Happy Hour deals. |
The Bootlegger
This bar, situated right next to Brighton seafront, is speakeasy-inspired and is a fantastic place for anyone who wants something a little different from their night out. The Bootlegger’s 1920s-inspired interior is cosy and atmospheric, and the perfect place for enjoying one of their wonderful cocktails.
Furthermore, you can get two of the same cocktails for £16 during selected hours. If you want a bar with a difference for your night out, date night, or casual drinks, The Bootlegger’s Happy Hour is not to be missed.
Address: 78 Middle Street, Brighton, BN1 1AL
Website: https://bootleggerbars.com
Mrs Fitzherberts
Mrs Fitzherberts is a unique, fantastic pub that truly has something to please everyone. They have two suntrap terraces, one at the front of the building and one upstairs, a cocktail lounge, and always great vibes. Their Sunday roasts are renowned for being some of the best in Brighton and they offer a range of delicious food during the rest of the week from midday every day.
Alongside their great range of beers, wines, and spirits, Mrs Fitzherberts also has a cocktail menu that includes classics such as the Espresso Martini, as well as the refreshing in-house creation Mango Smash. What’s more, you can get two of the same cocktails for £12 from 12 pm-close Sunday-Thursday, and from 12-9 pm Friday & Saturday.
This lovely pub is located right next to the Dome and Brighton Theatre, making it the perfect spot for some pre-show drinks without spending too much money. Whatever the occasion, you can be sure of a good time at Mrs Fitzherberts.
Address: 25-26 New Road, Brighton, BN1 1UG
Website: https://www.mrsfitzherberts.co.uk
The Mesmerist
The Mesmerist is one of the most popular bars in Brighton. Found only seconds away from the seafront, it has four different bars inside, including a 70s-inspired cocktail lounge and a roof terrace, and hosts live music and DJs multiple times every week.
Their Happy Hour is also perhaps one of the best in Brighton. Not only do they offer 2 for £12 on selected cocktails (including their delicious Salted Caramel Espresso Martini), but they also have deals on other types of drinks for anyone who doesn’t fancy a cocktail.
Between 5-10 pm, you can also get a discounted pint of beer or cider, house spirit and mixer or glass of house wine, starting at as little as £4. The Mesmerist’s Happy Hour is not to be missed, so be sure to give it a visit.
Address: 1-3 Prince Albert Street, Brighton, BN1 1HE
Website: https://www.mesmerist.pub
Twisted Lemon
This quirky little cocktail bar is renowned in Brighton for its unique and delicious takes on traditional cocktails, as well as entirely new drinks. They have a massive menu with sizeable sections for all flavours and spirit bases, so you’re sure to find something you love no matter your personal tastes.
Twisted Lemon also has a beautiful courtyard adorned with fairy lights, so you also have a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing setting to enjoy your drinks. If that wasn’t already enough, you can also get any of their cocktails for an impressive £6.95 between 12 pm and 7 pm Sunday-Friday. For incredible cocktails at an equally incredible price, Twisted Lemon is the place to be.
Address: 41 Middle Street, Brighton, BN1 1AL
Website: https://www.facebook.com/twistedlemonbrighton/?locale=en_GB
Shuffle Bar
This wonderful little cocktail bar is well and truly unlike any other. With a huge catalogue of songs to choose from, customers are able to choose whatever music they want from their own phones. However, this isn’t the only reason for Shuffle’s infamy in the Brighton bar scene.
They have an enormous cocktail menu, plus impressive deals on them for every day that they’re open. Monday-Thursday you can get 2 for 1 cocktails open til close, on Friday all of their cocktails are £6.20 all day, and on Saturday this price is available between 5-7 pm. Shuffle Bar offers wonderful cocktails for a great price at almost all times, making it one of the best bars in the city to visit on a budget.
Address: 27 York Place, Brighton, BN1 4GU
Website: https://www.theshufflebar.co.uk
R-Bar
R-Bar is part of Revenge, Brighton’s biggest gay venue, and has considerable notoriety in the wider gay community. This lively and friendly gay bar has recently undergone a refurb, and its bright and open interior is the perfect place to enjoy some drinks whether you’re an LGBTQ+ person after a safe space and a sense of community, or an Ally looking to show your support.
They host regular drag shows and karaoke, as well as quizzes, and later on, they open up the ground floor into a dance space, so you’ll always have something to keep you entertained no matter when you visit.
What’s more, every single one of their drinks is 50% off, 7 days a week, 5-8 pm. R-Bar also does 2 for £12 cocktails in that time, so no matter what you’re after, you can save money on your drinks and still have a night to remember.
Address: 5-7 Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1TA
Website: https://www.revenge.co.uk/r-bar/
The Village
The Village is a cosy local pub and café in the heart of Hanover that has something for every occasion. They have a famous brunch menu inspired by Algerian and Mexican cuisine, meaning you can enjoy all of your favourite dishes with a fresh and tasty twist on them.
As well as their coffees and soft drinks, they also have a fantastic alcoholic drinks menu. In their 6-7 pm daily Happy Hour, you can get pints from £4.20, a large house wine for £5, a double house spirit and mixer for £5, and four shots of Tuaca, tequila, Fireball, or Jaeger, for £10. Tucked out of the way of the chaos of central Brighton and with a cosy, friendly vibe, The Village is well worth a visit.
Address: 129 Islingword Road, Brighton, BN2 9SH
Website: http://www.villagebrighton.com
The Argyle Arms
Another hidden gem, the Argyle Arms’ 2021 refurb has given it a much-loved status amongst locals, students, and tourists alike and after one visit, it will be clear why. With friendly staff, a resident dog, and a cosy country pub vibe, this wonderful little pub also has a great range of drinks at affordable prices.
On Tuesday-Thursday you can get pints from as little as £4.50, a medium house wine for £4.50, a house spirit and mixer from £3.50, and 2 of the same cocktails from £12. However, if you’re a student, these deals are available open-close, every day of the week. These phenomenal drinks deals give the Argyle Arms one of the best Happy Hours in the city and are not to be missed.
Address: 32 Argyle Road, Brighton, BN1 4QB
Website: https://theargylepub.co.uk/about/
