The 5 Best Happy Hour Specials (Avon) Around Vail Valley

Discounted cocktails, craft beer specials and shareable appetizers make happy hour a welcome tradition in Avon, especially after a day exploring Beaver Creek Mountain. Local establishments offer everything from burgers and pizza to carefully prepared small plates, with beverage selections ranging from draft beer and wine to creative mixed drinks. Some emphasize lively sports bar settings, while others provide scenic mountain views or relaxed dining rooms where friends can gather before dinner. The Best of Vail Valley recognizes Avon restaurants and bars that make afternoon and evening gatherings more enjoyable through food and drink specials.

Bob's Place

Bob's Place has served Avon since 1992, combining a neighborhood sports bar with a family-friendly restaurant and mountain-view patio. Its weekday happy hour runs from 3 to 6 p.m., featuring discounted draft beer, wines by the glass and well drinks alongside food specials. Guests can order sliders, Baja fish or shrimp tacos and appetizers such as fried pickles, wings, nachos and Parmesan fries. The sports lounge adds more than 30 televisions, pool, foosball and darts, creating a lively setting for catching a game while enjoying afternoon specials.

Lookout Bar at The Westin

Lookout Bar offers an elevated cocktail experience from the fifth floor of One Riverfront in Avon, with panoramic views of Beaver Creek and the surrounding mountains. Its late-night happy hour features specially priced snacks, select beers, wines by the glass and signature cocktails. The regular beverage menu includes inventive combinations such as Mountain Velvet, made with mezcal, tequila, agave and Rioja, alongside spirit-free cocktails and other selections. Nordic-inspired small plates, including roasted wild mushroom toasts and cheese and charcuterie boards, complement the intimate setting.

Southside Benderz

Southside Benderz combines a casual sports bar atmosphere with a menu centered on hand-pattied Angus burgers, tacos and classic bar food. Its happy hour features discounted draft beers alongside burger and taco specials, giving guests opportunities to enjoy familiar favorites at reduced prices. The restaurant also offers wings, loaded nachos, fried pickles and several varieties of fries, complementing its selection of beer, whiskey and tequila. With televisions for sporting events and outdoor patio seating, Southside Benderz provides a relaxed setting for afternoon gatherings in Avon.

Gondola Pizza

Gondola Pizza brings a family-owned approach to casual dining in Avon, specializing in handcrafted pizzas made with dough prepared fresh each day. Customers can choose from more than 40 toppings, while the menu also includes salads, appetizers and homemade soups. The restaurant prepares its meals from scratch, using fresh vegetables, premium meats and tomato-based sauces to create both traditional and specialty pizzas.

Vin48

Vin48 has served Avon since 2007, combining seasonal American cuisine with an extensive wine and cocktail program. The restaurant offers more than 40 wines by the glass through an Enomatic dispensing system, alongside handcrafted cocktails, more than 30 beers and a substantial selection of spirits. Executive Chef Ryan Champion develops dishes featuring locally sourced ingredients, wood-fired preparations and shareable plates such as Colorado bison tartare and meatballs. Its wine bar and seasonal patio provide inviting settings for evening drinks and small plates.

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