Happy Hour - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, Carmel, California

hap·py hour/ˈhapē ˌou(ə)r/ noun - a period of the day when drinks and appetizers are sold at reduced prices.

So many options, each with their own charm. The following (listed in alphabetical order) are a selection of Carmel-by-the-Sea's best Happy Hour options that my family and I have enjoyed, more than once!! Salud! 

Brophy's Tavern 831/586-5566 (4th and San Carlos) Happy Hour is Monday to Friday 4 to 6pm, $1 off any beverage. This pricing is also available during prime time NFL games, Mondays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Menu

The Forge 831/624-2233 (SW Corner 5th and Junipero) Happy Hour everyday 3 to 5pm. Most of the items on the appetizer menu as well as their house wines and beers are 50% off. Dog friendly patio. Lunch menu, dinner menu, libations.

Hog's Breath Inn 831/625-1044 (San Carlos between 5th and 6th - look for the famous "Hog Head") Happy Hour Sunday - Friday (not Saturday) from 3:30 to 5:30pm Bar and Patio ONLY. 10 appetizers to choose from starting at $5. Draft beer $5, house wine $5, and well drinks $6. Patio is pet-friendly. Menu ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).