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Part Two: 5 Jersey Shore Happy Hours to Try This Week

Tried one?…two?…maybe even ALL of our suggestions for happy hour in our first article? No worries! We’re back with even MORE of our favorites to bring you 5 happy hours to try this week. Try one, or try them all – these happy hour deals won’t break the bank, and they’re sure to be an enjoyable way for you to end the day. You can also visit our full guide here for all things happy hour at the Jersey Shore.

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5 Jersey Shore Happy Hours to Try This Week


Used to Be’s

Looking for great drink specials? Then come to Used to Be’s! Happy hour is from 3:00pm – 7:00pm Wednesday thru Sunday. It includes $2.50 PBR drafts, $3.00 domestic bottles and drafts, $4.00 well drinks, and $5.00 Svedka drinks, gluten-free Stoli drinks, and house wines. Check out their full menu here to decide on which delicious dish to pair your drinks with. Plus, you can stop by anytime on Thursday to receive 1/2 off all appetizers on their menu. With options like chicken quesadillas, mussels, clams, baked soft pretzels, wings, fried calamari, and more, you really can’t go wrong! 287 Highway 35 N, Mantoloking, NJ 08738, (732)-892-3770, www.usedtobesnj.com


Marlin’s Cafe

Join Marlin’s Cafe on Mondays between 6:00pm -10:00pm for a pitcher and bar pie pizza for only $10.00. Plus, on Tuesdays, you can buy one chicken dinner entree and get the 2nd chicken dinner entree at half-price. Be sure to take advantage of this amazing deal between 5:00pm – 9:00pm. Looking to kick off the weekend with a great deal? Every Friday you can get 23 oz Budweiser & Bud Light drafts, house wines, house drinks and select shots for just $4.00. Visit their Facebook page for even more specials and events! 1901 Ocean Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742, (732)-714-8035


Proving Ground

End each and every workday on a happy note. Join The Proving Ground for happy hour from 3:00pm – 7:00pm Tuesday thru Friday. Enjoy $3.00 domestic drafts and bottles, $6.00 Absolut drinks, $6.00 bar bites, and so much more! For a full list of daily specials, visit their events page here.  While you’re there, be sure to drop off your business card at the hostess stand for a chance to WIN complimentary appetizers for your next office happy hour! 56 Shrewsbury Ave., Highlands, NJ 07732, (732)- 872-2266, www.theprovingground.com


Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant

Since 1995, Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant has been the place for a unique dining experience and atmosphere. From the views, to the staff, to the fresh and elegant cuisine, you’ll never want to leave. They offer happy hour from 3:00pm – close every Monday and from 3:00pm – 6:00pm Tuesdays thru Fridays. You can check out the full happy hour menu here.  What’s better than that while you get to look out at the ocean? 100 Ocean Ave., Long Branch, NJ 07740, (732) 870-1200, www.rooneysocean.com 


Now, with all of these choices along with our first article and our website, which features even more great ways to Eat Local and Drink Localyou’ll have plenty of incredible choices to choose from to satisfy whatever you’re in the mood for, each and every night. The hardest part? Choosing where to go tonight!

Jersey Shore InMotion Staff

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