Best happy hours in Bahrain: 2025 guide

Bahrain’s happy hours are some of the best in the world. They all last for much longer than an hour, for a start.

There’s no shortage of pubs or restaurants to go to in Bahrain, but narrowing it down to just one can be an impossible task, particularly if you’re in a big group.

Instead of debating whether or not you want to head to a sports bar or a rooftop lounge, why not let your wallet guide you instead and head to one of Bahrain’s brilliant happy hours?

We’ve tracked down the details of all the happy hours in Bahrain in a bid to save you some cold hard cash.

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There are fantastic deals for every day of the week and you need to know about them.

Here is the ultimate guide to Bahrain’s happy hours:

Sunday happy hours in Bahrain

Alto lounge
Most places expect you to pay through the roof for a good view, but luckily Alto bar, on the 25th floor, doesn’t. Head here for a fab Sunset Ritual where you get 50 percent off your bill on weekdays.
Sun-Thu 5pm-7pm. Downtown Rotana, Manama Centre (1721 0550).

Big Texas Barbeque & Waffle House
If you like your happy hours in Bahrain in the day time, this is the one to try. Draught hops, house grapes, and mixed drinks start from BHD2.5 on week days.
Sun-Thu 8am-5pm. Best Western Olive Hotel, Manama (1736 0063).

Blue Moon Lounge
Even the poshest hotels have happy hours in Bahrain. Enjoy discounts on selected drinks every day (except for Monday when the bar is closed) from 6pm-8pm while you admire the view from this 50th floor bar.
Tue-Sun 6pm-8pm; Mon closed. Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, Bahrain Bay. fourseasons.com/bahrain.

Buffalo Wings and Rings
In this eight-hour happy hour, drinks start from BHD1.79 between noon and 8pm Sunday to Wednesday, and until 6pm on Thursdays. Question is, how many plates of wings can you devour in the same time?

Sun-Wed noon-8pm, Thu noon-6pm. Adliya @buffalowingsbahrain (1710 4994).

Bushido
Bushido is a great spot for picking up authentic Japanese food in Bahrain, but that’s not the only reason to head to this spot in Seef: it also has an amazing lounge area and fantastic mixed drinks. Head here between 3pm and 7pm from Saturday through to Wednesday for selected beverages for BHD2.5.
Sat-Wed 3pm-7pm. Seef (1758 3555).

Calexico
If you love Mexican food, head down to Calexico from 6pm to 9pm everyday where you can get selected beverages for BHD3 in the upstairs lounge.
Daily 6pm-9pm. Calexico, Adliya (1766 6644).

Champs
If you’re looking for somewhere to watch the game, look no further. Sports bar Champs has ten plasma screens and three projectors, so you won’t miss a second of the action. Buy one, get one free on drinks from 3pm to 10.30pm.
Daily 3pm-10.30pmpm. Juffair Grand Hotel, Juffair (1782 7600).

Cavallo Club Lounge
Fans of hip-hop music will undoubtedly love Cavallo Club Lounge thanks to its brilliant music selection. And if you head here from 7pm to 10.30pm, you’ll be able to buy one drink and get a second free.
Daily 7pm-10.30pm. Atiram Premier Hotel, Juffair (1781 1811).

Club Buffalo
Club Buffalo promises to offer you a wild night (it’s wild west-themed after all), and you won’t need to spend too much either with buy one, get one free on drinks every day between 5pm and 9pm.
Daily 5pm-9pm. Ramee California Hotel, Juffair (1782 6007).

Club Wrangler
This is one of Bahrain’s most popular night spots, and it’s not just because of its proximity to the US naval base. Buy one, get one free on all drinks every day between 6pm and 10.30pm.
Daily 6pm-10.30pm. Juffair (3638 2872).

Davy Crockett’s
This spot, named after American folk hero Davy Crockett, is filled with US Navy staff most nights. Head here between noon and 8pm for drinks starting from BHD2.5.
Daily noon-8pm. Diva Hotel, Juffair (1310 0131).

Diggers
Rock fans, this one’s for you. Diggers has performances from live rock bands all the time, and if that’s not enough to draw you in, it also has buy one, get one free on selected beverages.
Daily noon-8pm. Delmon International Hotel, Manama Centre (3694 3946).

Dublin Club
Special mixed drinks start from BHD5 and you can also use the pool tables for free. Challenge your mates to a game and enjoy the cheap beverages.
Sat-Wed 5pm-9pm. Ramee Palace Hotel, Juffair (1781 1688).

Fiddlers Green Irish Pub
This spot is well-loved by sports fans, and has a decent selection of classic pub food. Enjoy 25 percent off on selected drinks between 5pm and 8pm.
Daily 5pm-8pm. The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Diplomatic Area (1753 1666).

FIZZ Lounge
There’s no chance of an early night at FIZZ Lounge thanks to its drink deals. Between noon and 7pm you’ll get buy one get one free on selected beverages, and then from 7pm till close it’s buy two get one free. Head here after a late finish at work and one quick drink will turn into three in the blink of an eye.
Daily noon-7pm (buy one, get one free), 7pm-close (buy two, get one free). Arch Hotel, Juffair (3408 7486).

Gallery 21
The bars at Gallery 21 are a favourite in Adliya, there’s a 20 percent discount on food and discounts on selected beverages.
Sat-Mon and Wed 3pm-9pm; Tue 3pm-8pm. Adliya (1771 1600).

Hazel Reef
Known for its rotation of live music and DJs in Adliya, did you know there’s also a decent happy hour at Hazel Reef? The stunning sunset view is an added bonus here.
Daily 5pm-9pm. Reef Island (1723 1231).

Iguana Lounge
Happy hour at this jungle-themed bar complete with giant iguana painted on the exposed brick work means a 20 percent discount off drinks every day from 3pm to 8pm.
Daily 3pm-8pm. Juffair Boulevard @iguana.bh (3695 0077).

Irish Village
Although this restaurant is called Irish Village, you’ll find food from all over the world on the menu. Between noon and 6pm, hops, mixed drinks, and grape are at reduced prices.
Daily noon-6pm. Adliya (1700 1237).

K Lounge
Your night will be more than (o)K if you head down to the K Lounge in Juffair. Between 4pm and 7pm you can get 30 percent off selected beverages.
Daily 4pm-7pm. K Hotel, Juffair (1736 0000).

JJ’s Irish Restaurant
This well-established bar has the homely feel of any pub you might find back in Ireland. Head here any day of the week for hops, grapes, or mixed drinks at BHD3 each.
Mon-Sat noon-7pm, Sun noon-2am. Adliya (3384 3005).

Lanterns
This restaurant serves up fantastic Indian food – and deals. You can enjoy 30 percent off on food, mixed drinks, and more between 12pm and 7pm at their Adliya and Amwaj branches. You can also head upstairs to LNT Gastropub in Adliya if you fancy.
Sun-Wed 12pm-7pm. Adliya and Amwaj. (1724 6777).

Maestro Lounge
Only have two hours? Head to Maestro from 4pm-6pm and enjoy 50 percent off selected beverages – plus a stunning view.
Daily, 4pm-6pm. Grand Swiss-Belhotel Waterfront (1717 7333).

Maguire’s Irish Restaurant
You can get classic Irish hops here, and between 4pm and 6pm every day it’s 50 percent off on hops and grape. A good option for those of you that like to hit Bahrain’s happy hours early.
Daily 4pm–6pm. Adliya (1771 3971).

Orla
When it comes to *daily* happy hours in Bahrain, you could never go wrong with the fabulous Orla. Enjoy signature and classic mixed drinks, hops, grapes, and snacks and tapas at special rates any. day. of. the. week.
Daily 4pm-7pm. Block 338, Adliya (7793 9393).

Player’s Lounge
Another day, another sports bar. Player’s Lounge will give you 30 percent off on selected drinks between noon and 7pm every day.
Daily noon-7pm. Wyndham Garden, Juffair (6631 6666).

Pool Delight
The best happy hours in Bahrain are the ones available daily and with a fabulous view. Head here and get one free drink for every two you buy from their selected beverage menu.
Daily, 6pm-9pm. Palavra Resort, Reef Island (1311 0110).

Red Lions
Keep up with all the sports action on one of the many screens at Red Lions, or challenge your mates at the billiard tables. In one of Bahrain’s best value and longest happy hours, from noon till 9pm, there’s 50 percent discount on drinks.
Daily noon-9pm. Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa, Seef (1711 1999).

Retro Lounge Bahrain
You can get a 20 percent off on food and drinks during happy hour at Retro Lounge, which takes place every day between 5pm and 10pm.
Daily 5pm-10pm. Juffair (6669 9272).

Ric’s Country Kitchen
Get ready for a full happy hour day at Ric’s Country Kitchen, where you get 20 percent off on food and drinks from 7am to 2am.
Sun 7am-2am. Juffair (1772 5550).

Seabanks Pool Bar
The best happy hours in Bahrain last a good five hours *and* overlooks the sea *and* is available every day. Head here for 50 percent off on selected beverages any day.
Daily, 1pm-6pm. Grand Swiss-Belhotel Waterfront, Seef District (1717 7333).

Sherlock Holmes
The best kind of happy hour in Bahrain is one that’s available every. single. day. Meet your new daily affair.
Daily, 12pm-7pm. The Gulf Hotel, Adliya (1771 3000, 3655 1333).

Social Monkey
Anyone with pithecophobia will want to avoid this spot as it’s covered with monkey statues and murals. Buy one get one free daily from noon to midnight.
Daily noon-midnight. The Arch Hotel (3464 8828).

Texas Longhorn
Get your barbecue fix at Texas Longhorn with the benefit of a 15 percent discount on selected drinks during the daily happy hour.
Daily 3pm-8pm. Block 338, Adliya @texaslonghorn.bh (3215 3333).

The Dutch
Head to this sports pub for one of Bahrain’s daily, all-afternoon happy hours. It’s buy one, get one free every day of the week.
Sun-Thu noon-9pm, Fri-Sat noon-10pm. Arman Hotel Juffair (1728 1111).

The Garden
The best happy hours in Bahrain lets you savour twice the luxury. Enter: The Garden at the lush Address Beach Resort. Head here for selected cocktails and spirits and get a complimentary second serving on the house.
BD8. Sun-Wed, 1pm-5pm. Address Beach Resort, Marassi Al Bahrain (7799 8888).

The One
You can get buy one get one free from Saturday to Tuesday until 10.30pm.
Sat-Tue 8pm-10.30pm. Juffair (3336 6659).

Typhoon
Typhoon isn’t satisfied with just one happy hour: it has two. You can get selected beverages for BHD2 from 3pm till 7pm, then from 11pm till close.
Daily 3pm-7pm, 11pm-close. Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Manama (1771 3000).

Wembley
Brits, if you’re after a taste of home, head to Wembley sports bar for one of Bahrain’s happy hours. Named after the famous stadium, this spot will make you feel like you’re back in Blighty – and, as an added bonus, you can get 25 percent off drinks between noon and 8pm.
Daily noon-8pm. Atiram Premier Hotels, Juffair (3364 0009).

Monday happy hours in Bahrain

Happy hours in Bahrain: Bushido by Buddha-Bar (credit: supplied) — Bahrain’s happy hours: Bushido by Buddha-Bar (Credit: @bushidobybuddhabar)

Alto lounge
Looking for a Monday happy hour in Bahrain? Head down to Alto for their Wine Down session and get 50 percent off selected bottled grapes while vibing to the tunes of their live DJ.
Mon 5pm-2am. Downtown Rotana, Manama Centre (1721 0550).

Bushido
Bushido is a great spot for picking up authentic Japanese food in Bahrain, but that’s not the only reason to head to this spot in Seef: it also has an amazing lounge area and fantastic mixed drinks. Head here between 3pm and 7pm every day for selected beverages for BDH2.5.
Sat-Wed 3pm-7pm. Seef (1758 3555).

Davy Crockett’s
This spot, named after American folk hero Davy Crockett, is filled with US Navy staff most nights. Head here between noon and 8pm and drinks starts from BHD2.5.
Daily noon-8pm. Diva Hotel, Juffair (1310 0131).

Red Lions
Keep up with all the sports action on one of the many screens at Red Lions, or challenge your mates at the billiard tables. From noon till 9pm, 50 percent discount on drinks.
Daily noon-9pm. Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa, Seef (1711 1999).

Retro Lounge Bahrain
You can get a 20 percent off on food and drinks during happy hour at Retro Lounge, which takes place every day between 5pm and 10pm.
Daily 5pm-10pm. Juffair (6669 9272).

Sherlock Holmes
The best kind of happy hour in Bahrain is one that’s available every. single. day. Meet your new daily affair.
Daily, 12pm-7pm. The Gulf Hotel, Adliya (1771 3000, 3655 1333).

SUSHISAMBA
You deserve a prevning happy hour. Prevning meaning the hours between afternoon and evening, coined by Sheldon Cooper. Now you know.
Mon-Thu, 4.30pm-6.30pm. Conrad Bahrain (7797 9779).

The One
You can get buy one get one free from Saturday to Tuesday until 10.30pm.
Sat-Tue 8pm-10.30pm. Juffair (3336 6659).

Ya Hala
If you’re after a buy-one-get-one-free deal when it comes to happy hours in Bahrain, check out this twinkly rooftop bar at Amwaj Islands. Drinks are one-plus-one from 5pm-7pm every evening except for Sunday.
Sat-Fri 5pm-7pm. Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Amwaj Islands @yahalaamwajbah (1360 0111).

Tuesday happy hours in Bahrain

Blue Moon Lounge
Even the poshest hotels have happy hours in Bahrain. Enjoy discounts on selected drinks every day from 6pm-8pm while you admire the view from this 50th floor bar.
Tue-Sun 6pm-8pm; Mon closed. Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, Bahrain Bay. fourseasons.com/bahrain.

Sun-Wed noon-8pm, Thu noon-6pm. Adliya @buffalowingsbahrain (1710 4994).

Bushido
Bushido is a great spot for picking up authentic Japanese food in Bahrain, but that’s not the only reason to head to this spot in Seef: it also has an amazing lounge area and fantastic mixed drinks. Make the most of Bahrain’s happy hours and head here between 3pm and 7pm every day for selected beverages for BDH2.5.
Sat-Wed 3pm-7pm. Seef (1758 3555).

Cavallo Club Lounge
Fans of hip-hop music will undoubtedly love Cavallo Club Lounge thanks to its brilliant music selection. Fans of hip-hop music will undoubtedly love Cavallo Club Lounge thanks to its brilliant music selection. And if you head here from 7pm to 10.30pm, you’ll be able to buy one drink and get a second free.
Daily 7pm-10.30pm. Atiram Premier Hotel, Juffair (1781 1811).

Champs
If you’re looking for somewhere to watch the game and enjoy Bahrain’s happy hours, look no further. Sports bar Champs has ten plasma screens and three projectors, so you won’t miss a second of the action. Buy one, get one free on drinks from 3pm to 10.30pm.
Daily 3pm-10.30pmpm. Juffair Grand Hotel, Juffair (1782 7600).

Davy Crockett’s
This spot, named after American folk hero Davy Crockett, is filled with US Navy staff most nights. Head here between noon and 8pm and drinks start from BHD2.5.
Daily noon-8pm. Diva Hotel, Juffair (1310 0131).

Downtown Bar
Live music is the main draw of Downtown Bar, with different bands playing throughout the week. Head here for a whopping 50 percent off on malt between 6.30pm and 11.30pm.
Tue 6.30pm-11.30pm. InterContinental Regency, Manama Centre (1722 7777).

Elements Pool and Lounge
If you’re after one of the chilled-out happy hours in Bahrain, you’ll get a 50 percent discount on malt at this outdoor bar.
Tue 6.30pm-11.30pm. Intercontinental Regency Bahrain (1722 7777).

Gallery 21
The bars at Gallery 21 are a favourite in Adliya, there’s a 20 percent discount on food and discount selected beverages.
Sat-Mon and Wed 3pm-9pm; Tue 3pm-8pm. Adliya (1771 1600).

Rainforest Lounge
Want to head somewhere tropical but can’t afford the flight? Save up for your next trip, and enjoy the décor at the Rainforest Lounge where you can get a buy one get one on drinks from 6pm till 10pm.
Tue 6pm-10pm. Gulf Suites Hotel, Amwaj Islands (3361 0108).

Retro Lounge Bahrain
You can get a 20 percent off on food and drinks during happy hour at Retro Lounge, which takes place every day between 5pm and 10pm.
Daily 5pm-10pm. Juffair (6669 9272).

Sherlock Holmes
The best kind of happy hour in Bahrain is one that’s available every. single. day. Meet your new daily affair.
Daily, 12pm-7pm. The Gulf Hotel, Adliya (1771 3000, 3655 1333).

The One
You can get buy one get one free from Saturday to Tuesday until 10.30pm.
Sat-Tue 8pm-10.30pm. Juffair (3336 6659).

Wednesday happy hours in Bahrain

Bushido
Bushido is a great spot for picking up authentic Japanese food in Bahrain, but that’s not the only reason to head to this spot in Seef: it also has an amazing lounge area and fantastic mixed drinks. Head here between 3pm and 7pm every day for selected beverages for BDH2.5.
Sat-Wed 3pm-7pm. Seef (1758 3555).

Dublin Club
Special mixed drinks start from BHD5 and you can also use the pool tables for free. Challenge your mates to a game and enjoy the cheap beverages at this Bahrain happy hour.
Sat-Wed 5pm-9pm. Ramee Palace Hotel, Juffair (1781 1688).

Retro Lounge Bahrain
You can get a 20 percent off on food and drinks during happy hour at Retro Lounge, which takes place every day between 5pm and 10pm.
Daily 5pm-10pm. Juffair (6669 9272).

Sherlock Holmes
The best kind of happy hour in Bahrain is one that’s available every. single. day. Meet your new daily affair.
Daily, 12pm-7pm. The Gulf Hotel, Adliya (1771 3000, 3655 1333).

Thursday happy hours in Bahrain

ladies' night in bahrain - block44 - happy hours in bahrain — Bahrain’s happy hours (credit: @block44juffair)

Block 44
Some of the best happy hours in Bahrain take place on the highest levels of the best hotels. Even better when drinks are half their original price.
Thu 9pm-11pm. Hilton Bahrain, Juffair (7701 0100).

Retro Lounge Bahrain
You can get a 20 percent off on food and drinks during happy hour at Retro Lounge, which takes place every day between 5pm and 10pm.
Daily 5pm-10pm. Juffair (6669 9272).

Sherlock Holmes
The best kind of happy hour in Bahrain is one that’s available every. single. day. Meet your new daily affair.
Daily, 12pm-7pm. The Gulf Hotel, Adliya (1771 3000, 3655 1333).

Friday happy hours in Bahrain

Happy hours in Bahrain: Digger's — Bahrain’s happy hours: Digger’s (credit: supplied)

Diggers
Rock fans, this one’s for you. Diggers has performances from live rock bands all the time, and if that’s not enough to draw you in, it also has buy one, get one free on selected beverages.
Daily noon-8pm. Delmon International Hotel, Manama Centre (3694 3946).

Retro Lounge Bahrain
You can get a 20 percent off on food and drinks during happy hour at Retro Lounge, which takes place every day between 5pm and 10pm.
Daily 5pm-10pm. Juffair (6669 9272).

Saturday happy hours

Brunch in Bahrain: McGettigan's — Bahrain’s happy hours: McGettigan’s (credit: @McGettigans-bahrain)

Bushido
Bushido is a great spot for picking up authentic Japanese food in Bahrain, but that’s not the only reason to head to this spot in Seef: it also has an amazing lounge area and fantastic mixed drinks. Head here between 3pm and 7pm every day for selected beverages for BDH2.5.
Sat-Wed 3pm-7pm. Seef (1758 3555).

Diggers
Rock fans, this one’s for you. Diggers has performances from live rock bands all the time, and if that’s not enough to draw you in, it also has buy one, get one free on selected beverages.
Daily noon-8pm. Delmon International Hotel, Manama Centre (3694 3946).

Retro Lounge Bahrain
You can get a 20 percent off on food and drinks during happy hour at Retro Lounge, which takes place every day between 5pm and 10pm.
Daily 5pm-10pm. Juffair (6669 9272).

Ric’s Country Kitchen
Get ready for the weekend before it’s even started at Ric’s Country Kitchen, who serve up selected house beverages from BHD2.
Sat-Wed noon-10pm-11pm, Thu noon-8pm. Juffair (1772 5550).