You know the old saying: “It’s not summer until someone takes a lawn dart to the face.” Or something like that; we’re sure you have your own variation. The point is, after all the shenanigans, the one true way to know the warm weather has arrived is to get out of work, throw your jacket aside, and knock back some refreshing adult beverages with your friends and coworkers in the crisp, cool air.
Yes, we’re talking outdoor happy hours. Westchester is filled with venues sporting decks, awnings, patios, and rooftop lounges. We thought we’d help give you a head start with a breakdown of some of our favorite al fresco locales for imbibing.
Captain Lawrence Brewing Co.
369 Lexington Ave, Mt Kisco; 845.261.3279
444 Saw Mill River Rd, Elmsford; 914.741.2337
Stop by for happy hour at one of the two 2024 Best of Westchester winner’s locations. The brewery happy hours run from 4-9 p.m. on Wednesday, 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, 2-4 p.m. on Friday and BOGO drinks from 12-7 p.m. on Sunday. Pair your $8 drafts, $28 pitchers, and $12 flights with a bite from the delicious shared menu.
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Divino Cucina Italiana
524 Warburton Ave, Hastings-on-Hudson; 914.274.8501
Head over to this Italian eatery near the Hastings train station for a standout happy hour. Head to the restaurant or speakeasy Tuesdays to Fridays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. for $8 house wines, $8 cocktails, $5 beers and an array of appetizers.
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Freebird Kitchen & Bar
161 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains; 914.607.2476
“The only rooftop beer garden in White Plains” doesn’t disappoint. Look forward to views of the cityscape and clear blue skies this time of year. Stick around for the outdoor happy hour bar menu on Tuesdays to Thursdays from 4-6 p.m. and Fridays from 2-6 p.m. to enjoy delicious drinks starting as low as $4.
Hudson Social
11 Station Plz, Dobbs Ferry; 914.478.3634
Soak in the Dobbs Ferry waterfront alongside a meal made with local ingredients and a cocktail at happy hour prices. From Monday to Friday from 4-7 p.m., draft beers are $6, glasses of wine are $9, and well cocktails and martinis are $9. If you’re looking for a $9 bite, you can choose from chicken wings, pretzel bites, cheese quesadilla, or chips and guacamole.
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Le Fontane
137 Somerstwon Tpke, Katonah; 914.232.9619
If you’re trying to up your happy hour game, try Le Fontane. Fit with a garden and a bubbling fountain, this patio is the perfect summer setting for $5 apps and drinks. Try the bruschetta to start, and pick from the appetizer specials next, which include a lobster and avocado roll and baked clams. For sipping, pick between $5 and $8 wines, and enjoy $3 off any cocktail.
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Southern Table Kitchen and Bar
39 Marble Ave, Pleasantville; 914.618.3355
Taco Tuesdays are basically all-day happy hours, right? With $27 unlimited tacos, we had to include Southern Table’s Tuesday specials. While you fill up on tacos, you can sip on $14 margaritas or $14 wines.
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