Looking for the best happy hour in Key West with a view? Key West locals know the secret: the real magic happens when discounted drinks meet waterfront sunsets. We rounded up the 7 waterfront bars and restaurants with happy hours currently featured on besthappyhournow.com/key-west/. From the Historic Seaport to Higgs Beach, these spots serve up daily deals, live music, and front-row seats to boats, beaches, and the Atlantic. All happy hour times and prices updated June 2026.

1. Alonzo's Oyster Bar

Location: Historic Seaport under A&B Lobster House, overlooking the marina

Happy Hour: 4:00-6:00 PM Daily

Deals: 50% off Small Plate Menu + drink specials. $3 Oyster of the Day, shrimp flatbread, Key Lime Pie Martinis.

Why It's Waterfront: Marina patio with white subway tile and yellow nautical accents. Watch fishing charters come in while you shuck.

Pro Tip: Start here before dinner — you're steps from the Historic Seaport Happy Hour Crawl.

2. Mac's Place

Location: North Roosevelt marina

Happy Hour: 3:00-6:00 PM and 9:00-11:00 PM Daily

Deals: $5 drafts, seltzers, wines by the glass + $10 happy hour food. Gourmet sliders, bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers.

Why It's Waterfront: Open-air tiki bar with thatched roofs and shade sails right on the marina. Dog-friendly patio.

Pro Tip: Only spot with a late-night happy hour.

3. Half Shell Raw Bar

Location: Land's End Village, Key West Bight

Happy Hour: 4:30-6:30 PM Daily

Deals: ½ off beer, house wine, well drinks. Bucket of steamed clams + raw oysters.

Why It's Waterfront: Old Key West dockside raw bar where captains hang. The bar from Kenny Chesney's "When I See This Bar."

4. Boathouse Bar & Grill

Location: Key West Bight at Turtle Kraals

Happy Hour: Daily small plate happy hour with fantastic prices

Deals: 50% off small plates, well drinks, house wines, and draft & craft beers.

Why It's Waterfront: Sun-kissed boardwalk patio overlooking the Historic Seaport. Nautical décor + sunset seats.

Pro Tip: Best golden hour photo op on the Seaport.

5. Salute! On the Beach

Location: Higgs Beach — one of Key West's only true beachfront restaurants

Happy Hour: Daily 4:00–6:00 PM

Deals: 50% off beer, wine by the glass, and well drinks. Italian-meets-island menu with spritzes in the sand.

Why It's Waterfront: Toes-in-the-sand tables on the Atlantic. Picnic-style sunset.

Pro Tip: Only beachfront spot on this list. Dog-friendly too!

6. Schooner Wharf Bar

Location: Key West Historic Seaport at Schooner Wharf

Happy Hour: Daily — consistently rated one of Key West's best waterfront happy hours

Deals: Cheap drinks, live music, "Last Little Piece of Old Key West" vibe.

Why It's Waterfront: Wooden pier bar with sailboats at the dock. Open-air, ceiling fans, Conch Republic flags.

Pro Tip: Live local bands nightly.

7. Seaside Cafe Bar

Location: 1400 Duval St, Southernmost Point area, oceanfront

Happy Hour: Daily 4:00–6:00 PM

Deals: $5 off margaritas, mojitos & pizza; $4 off well drinks; $3 off wine & appetizers; FREE shot at sunset with any purchase.

Why It's Waterfront: Steps from the Atlantic with classic Key West views at golden hour.

Pro Tip: Don't miss the free bartender's choice shot at sunset — you must be present!

Key West Waterfront Happy Hour Tips

• Seaport Crawl Route: Half Shell → Boathouse/Turtle Kraals → Schooner Wharf → Alonzo's = 5-min walk total.
• Late Night MVP: Mac's Place runs happy hour again 9-11 PM.
• Beach vs. Harbor: Salute! + Seaside Cafe = actual waves. The rest = marinas + boats.
• Live Music: Schooner Wharf + Mac's Place have bands nightly during happy hour.

FAQ

What time is happy hour in Key West?

Most Key West waterfront happy hours run 4-6 PM, but Mac's Place also does 9-11 PM and Half Shell goes until 6:30 PM.

Which Key West bars have happy hour on the water?

Alonzo's, Mac's Place, Half Shell Raw Bar, Boathouse, Salute!, Schooner Wharf, and Seaside Cafe all have waterfront happy hours listed on besthappyhournow.com/key-west/.

Happy hour times change with the tides. We update besthappyhournow.com/key-west/ daily so you never miss a deal. Tag @besthappyhournow with your waterfront view — we'll feature our favorites.