Our Favorite Jersey Shore Happy Hour Spots in Ocean County
When it comes to Jersey Shore happy hours, Ocean County really hits the nail on the head. Maybe it’s because they have miles of beaches, boardwalks and piers where a cocktail and some appetizers taste much better than they do inland. Or maybe it’s just because they know that what makes a good happy hour great – first rate drinks and food with can’t-miss deals.
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing night out of sipping on cocktails to wind down after work, or a place where you can get the party started with your friends, we have a Jersey Shore happy hour that we’re positive will make any day of the week great.
So get ready to head out of work early because you deserve it! Do your best to check out each one of these bars where the happiest hour on Earth is usually between the hours of 4:00 and 7:00pm.
And if you’re looking for our list of the best happy hours in Monmouth County, check it out here.
Jersey Shore Happy Hours in Ocean County
Bum Rogers Crabhouse
2207 Central Avenue, Seaside Park
732.830.2770
Whether it’s Monday or Saturday, Bum Rogers in Seaside Park is spreading the love with a Jersey Shore happy hour that runs seven days a week. Grab your favorite bar stool and enjoy discounted drinks along with clams, mussels, shrimp, burgers, and pizza all starting at just $6! No matter if you’re a landlubber or seafood connoisseur, Bum Rogers has a happy hour that everyone can get behind.
Beacon 70
799 Route 70 Brick, NJ
848.232.4235
In a town that has become full of chain restaurants, it is nice to see a place like Beacon 70 come to the scene. Beacon 70’s Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday from 4pm to 7pm. It features some killer bar grub including $8 pizzas, burgers and Blue Point Oysters for a $1. This a great new place for Brick folks to check out.
Element Restaurant & Bar
635 Route 72 West, Manahawkin
609.488.2172
There’s something for everyone, every day of the week at Element Restaurant & Bar. Whether you’re sitting at the bar enjoying Sushi and Sake Thursdays (two rolls and sake for just $14) or “wining down” on Wednesday with 1/2 price glasses, or even doing your best hipster impression on Amazing Mason Jar Mondays for just $5, you’ll always be happy you came.
Jack & Mike’s Brickhouse Bar & Grill
979 Cedarbridge Ave, Brick
732.279.3743
The Brickhouse has a free happy hour buffet to go with great drink specials. What more could you want?
Latitudes
After a month long renovation, the happy hour at Latitudes on the Forked River will be returning in February and we can’t wait. They offer $2.50 Bud Lights drafts, $3 Bud/ Bud Light Bottles, $5 Devotion Vodka drinks, $1 off all other drinks, and 10% off appetizers.
McIntyre’s Pub
1747 Hooper Avenue, Toms River
732.349.0420
McIntyre’s recently moved to much nicer digs on Hooper Avenue. Their expansive beer list (20+ on tap) and great happy hour specials have made the new McIntyre’s a local hit, despite whether your ideal drink is a perfect pint of Guinness or a refreshing pint of Long Trail IPA – everyone is welcome.
PJ Sweeney’s
447 Brick Blvd, Brick
732.202.6414
This newly opened Irish pub in Brick has been quickly gathering quite a following among locals. Stop by for their Wednesday night karaoke nights for $2 Miller Lites and $3 mixed drinks or beat the Monday blues when every food item is 50% off. Tell them we sent ya, Slainte!
The Sawmill
1807 Boardwalk, Seaside Heights
732.793.1990
We’re complete suckers for their $5 slice and pint special – seriously how could you not? Their Monday – Saturday happy hour that runs from 3-7pm isn’t too shabby either. If you’re looking for a Seaside fixture, there’s no place that beats The Sawmill.
Used to Be’s
287 Highway 35 N, Mantoloking
732.892.3770
A favorite local hangout, Used to Be’s in Mantoloking is a watering hole that appeals to the young and young at heart. It’s a bar where you’ll always find a cold beer in the middle of the hot summer.
Lefty’s Tavern
547 N Main St, Barnegat
609.607.0707
The happy hour at Lefty’s Tavern in Barnegat is all “right.” If left up to us, we’d be at Lefty’s for happy hour right now to take advantage of their can’t miss drink specials and half priced appetizers.