Special for azcentral.com
Jun. 8, 2006 12:10 PM
Looking for a good happy hour in Scottsdale where you can relax after a stressful day at work? Or a place to meet before a game or a night out? Let your mood, your taste and the occasion guide you to the right place to unwind or re-energize.
After casual Friday, head to…
Mickey’s Hangover
From 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily, all drinks and appetizers are half off at this funky, youthful bar. You can choose a comfy couch on the patio, a picnic table or a barstool inside. Mickey’s sells buckets of four beers at a discount. Snack on spicy hummus and artichoke dip, or order from a full menu of burgers, salads and famous grinders. Location: 4312 N. Brown Ave., Scottsdale. Phone: 480-425-0111.
Take your hot date to…
Furio
Between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., all well, wine and beer costs $3 so long as you don’t get too fancy (specialty drinks go up to $5). Delicious Italian pasta dishes cost as little as $4, mussels and clams only $5. You can make your own pizza for just $6. The self-described “sexy” atmosphere is the perfect place to bring a first date or show off your new Armani suit. Location: 7210 E. Second St., Scottsdale. Phone: 480-945-6600.
Before the big game, meet up at…
The Yardhouse
Attention, beer lovers: The Yardhouse claims the world’s largest selection of draft beer. Happy hour features $3 pints as well as martinis. Although happy hour ends at 6 p.m., the plethora of flat-screen TVs will ensure you never miss an early tip-off. This upscale sports bar serves half-priced appetizers like nachos, crab cakes and a variety of flavored wings. Location: 7014 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale. Phone: 480-675-9275.
To see and be seen, stop in at…
e4
If you have to work late, you can still catch happy hour until 9 p.m. on Fridays at e4. Choose from one of the four different “environments” in the earth lounge, air patio, fire room or liquid room. Drinks are a bit pricey ($4 each). Sample tasty appetizers on the air patio or in the earth lounge. The dress code is “fashionably upscale.” The nightclub will keep you partying long after happy hour is over. Location: 4282 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale. Phone: 480-970-3325.
For a romantic evening out, start at…
Kazimierz World Wine Bar
“Hours of joy” last from 2:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. at this transplanted European wine cave. Wooden wine casks line the stone walls. Cuddle up with your SO in the candlelight on one of the plush burgundy sofas and indulge in discounted menu items, such as Egyptian flatbread pizzas or three-cheese fondue. Allow plenty of time to peruse the 1,850 selections on the wind list. Feeling overwhelmed by so many choices? Pick from the Nifty Fifty list or try one of the specialty martinis for only $5. Location: 7137 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale. Phone: 480-946-3004.
After casual Friday, head to…
Mickey’s Hangover
From 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily, all drinks and appetizers are half off at this funky, youthful bar. You can choose a comfy couch on the patio, a picnic table or a barstool inside. Mickey’s sells buckets of four beers at a discount. Snack on spicy hummus and artichoke dip, or order from a full menu of burgers, salads and famous grinders. Location: 4312 N. Brown Ave., Scottsdale. Phone: 480-425-0111.
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Take your hot date to…
Furio
Between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., all well, wine and beer costs $3 so long as you don’t get too fancy (specialty drinks go up to $5). Delicious Italian pasta dishes cost as little as $4, mussels and clams only $5. You can make your own pizza for just $6. The self-described “sexy” atmosphere is the perfect place to bring a first date or show off your new Armani suit. Location: 7210 E. Second St., Scottsdale. Phone: 480-945-6600.
Before the big game, meet up at…
The Yardhouse
Attention, beer lovers: The Yardhouse claims the world’s largest selection of draft beer. Happy hour features $3 pints as well as martinis. Although happy hour ends at 6 p.m., the plethora of flat-screen TVs will ensure you never miss an early tip-off. This upscale sports bar serves half-priced appetizers like nachos, crab cakes and a variety of flavored wings. Location: 7014 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale. Phone: 480-675-9275.
To see and be seen, stop in at…
e4
If you have to work late, you can still catch happy hour until 9 p.m. on Fridays at e4. Choose from one of the four different “environments” in the earth lounge, air patio, fire room or liquid room. Drinks are a bit pricey ($4 each). Sample tasty appetizers on the air patio or in the earth lounge. The dress code is “fashionably upscale.” The nightclub will keep you partying long after happy hour is over. Location: 4282 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale. Phone: 480-970-3325.
For a romantic evening out, start at…
Kazimierz World Wine Bar
“Hours of joy” last from 2:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. at this transplanted European wine cave. Wooden wine casks line the stone walls. Cuddle up with your SO in the candlelight on one of the plush burgundy sofas and indulge in discounted menu items, such as Egyptian flatbread pizzas or three-cheese fondue. Allow plenty of time to peruse the 1,850 selections on the wind list. Feeling overwhelmed by so many choices? Pick from the Nifty Fifty list or try one of the specialty martinis for only $5. Location: 7137 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale. Phone: 480-946-3004.
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