The Complete ARIA Happy Hour Guide: Every Bar & Restaurant Deal (2026)
Last Updated: February 13, 2026
ARIA doesn't advertise their happy hours. They're not plastered on billboards or yelled about by promoters. You have to know they exist.
And that's exactly why they're good—locals-focused pricing in an upscale resort, without the tourist trap nonsense.
I've mapped every happy hour at ARIA (and there are more than you think). Here's the complete guide: every bar, every restaurant, real prices, and what's actually worth your time.
The Quick Reference: All ARIA Happy Hours
| Spot | Happy Hour Times | Price Range | Vibe | Worth It? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lobby Bar | Daily 3-6pm | $8-12 | Central, people-watching | ✅ YES |
| Liquid Pool Lounge | Mon-Fri 11am-2pm | $9-14 | Pool scene, day drinking | ✅ YES |
| Proper Eats | Daily 3-6pm | $7-11 | Sports bar, locals | ✅ YES |
| The Rooftop by JG | None | N/A | Upscale steakhouse | ❌ NO HH |
| Bardot Brasserie | Mon-Thu 5-6:30pm | $12-16 | French, upscale | ⚠️ MAYBE |
| Catch | None | N/A | Seafood, see-and-be-seen | ❌ NO HH |
| Carbone | None | N/A | Italian fine dining | ❌ NO HH |
| Sake Rok | (This is at Cosmo, not ARIA) |
Best Overall: Lobby Bar
Location: Main casino floor, center atrium
Happy Hour: Daily 3-6pm
Price Range: $8-12
Crowd: 60% locals, 40% hotel guests
Why It's the Best
Lobby Bar is ARIA's anchor happy hour. Central location, consistent deals, and the kind of people-watching that makes Vegas fun.
The Deal
- House Cocktails: $10-12 (normally $18-22)
- Moscow Mule
- Mojito
- Old Fashioned
- Margarita
- Wine: $9-11 per glass (red, white, sparkling)
- Beer: $7-9 (drafts + bottles)
- Local craft options (Tenaya Creek, Big Dog's)
- Import bottles (Stella, Peroni, Corona)
- Small plates: $10-14
- Hummus plate ($10)
- Flatbread ($12)
- Sliders ($12 for 3)
What to Order:
- Moscow Mule ($10)—copper mug, fresh lime, strong ginger kick
- Hummus plate ($10)—massive portion, easily feeds 2
The Vibe: You're sitting in ARIA's main atrium with 20-foot ceilings and natural light (rare for a casino). It's upscale-casual—you can wear shorts or a suit and nobody cares.
Seating Strategy: High-top tables near the center bar fill up fast (4:30-6pm). Get there by 3:15pm or sit at the actual bar.
Pro Tip: Lobby Bar is right next to the front desk. If you're checking in, drop your bags with the bell desk and go straight to happy hour. Your room won't be ready until 3pm anyway.
Best for Pool Vibes: Liquid Pool Lounge
Location: Pool deck (main pool area)
Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 11am-2pm (yes, lunch happy hour!)
Price Range: $9-14
Access: Open to everyone (no pool admission required)
Why It's Unique
This is the only pool-adjacent happy hour on the Strip that doesn't require day club admission or resort guest status.
The Deal
- Frozen Cocktails: $10-12 (normally $18-20)
- Frozen margarita
- Piña colada
- Strawberry daiquiri
- Beer: $8-9 (bottles/cans)
- Rosé: $12 per glass (normally $20)
- Cocktail Pitchers: $45 (serves 4-5, normally $80)
- Flatbreads: $12
- Cobb Salad: $14
The Vibe: You're poolside. DJ playing. People in swimsuits. This is Vegas day-drinking at its finest.
Who This Is For:
- Post-gym pool session
- Day drinking before afternoon plans
- Curing a hangover with a frozen margarita and sunshine
Pro Tip: The 11am start time is clutch. Most happy hours don't begin until 3pm. If you want to day-drink and still have an evening, this is your move.
Access Notes:
- You don't need to be an ARIA guest
- Resort casual dress code (no swimsuit-only, but you can wear one under clothes)
- Weekends are mobbed with bachelor/bachelorette parties
When to Go: Tuesday or Wednesday, 11:30am. You'll have the place mostly to yourself.
Best for Sports: Proper Eats
Location: Casino floor (near Race & Sports Book)
Happy Hour: Daily 3-6pm
Price Range: $7-11
Crowd: 90% locals, 10% lost tourists
The Deal
Proper Eats is ARIA's sports bar, and the happy hour is stupid cheap for a Strip property.
- Draft Beer: $7-9 (24oz pours)
- Local craft (Big Dog's, Able Baker)
- Standards (Coors, Bud Light, Stella)
- Well Drinks: $8 (vodka, rum, whiskey, gin)
- Wings: $9 for 8 pieces
- Sliders: $10 for 3 (beef, chicken, or veggie)
- Nachos: $11 (loaded—stupid huge portion)
- Pretzel bites: $8 (with beer cheese)
Why Locals Love It:
- Longest daily happy hour at ARIA (3-6pm, every day)
- Cheap, consistent pricing
- Sports on every TV
- No pretense—this is a "drink beer and watch the game" bar
What to Order:
- 24oz draft beer ($7-9)—best value per ounce
- Nachos ($11)—feeds 2-3 people easily
- Wings ($9)—solid, not amazing, but $9 for 8 wings is a fair deal
The Vibe: Sports bar. TVs everywhere. Comfortable seats. This is where ARIA dealers and staff go after their shifts.
Pro Tip: Sit at the bar (not a table). Bartenders here are sports nerds and will put on whatever game you want if you ask.
Parking Note: Proper Eats is near the self-parking entrance. If you're driving, you can park and walk 2 minutes to the bar.
The Upscale Option: Bardot Brasserie
Location: Ground floor (near Aria Express tram)
Happy Hour: Mon-Thu 5-6:30pm
Price Range: $12-16
Vibe: French bistro, date night
What You Need to Know
Bardot is a Michael Mina restaurant (upscale, pricey). The happy hour is still expensive compared to Lobby Bar or Proper Eats, but it's half the price of the regular menu.
The Deal
- Wine: $12-16 per glass (French selections, normally $24-30)
- Cocktails: $14-16 (French 75, Kir Royale, etc.)
- Beer: $10 (European imports)
- Small plates: $14-18
- Steak frites ($16)—normally $32
- Duck confit sliders ($14)
- Cheese plate ($16)
Is It Worth It?
- If you're a foodie or on a date: Yes. The duck confit sliders are legit, and you're eating at a Michael Mina restaurant for $30-40 instead of $100+.
- If you just want cheap drinks: No. Go to Proper Eats or Lobby Bar.
What to Order:
- Steak frites ($16)—thin-cut steak, crispy fries, herb butter
- French 75 ($14)—champagne cocktail, classic and elegant
Dress Code: Smart casual. No shorts, no flip-flops. This is a sit-down restaurant, not a casino bar.
Reservations: Not required for bar seating, but recommended for Thu evenings (busiest night).
No Happy Hour (But People Ask)
The Rooftop by JG
No happy hour. This is a Joel Robuchon steakhouse. Dinner only, $60+ per person minimum. Beautiful rooftop patio, but you're paying full price.
Catch
No happy hour. Seafood restaurant with a "scene." $40+ entrees, $20+ cocktails. Only go if you're there for the vibe, not the value.
Carbone
No happy hour. Italian fine dining. $50+ per person minimum. Reservations required weeks in advance. This is a destination restaurant, not a happy hour spot.
Scotch 80 Prime
No happy hour. Steakhouse. $60+ steaks. You're not finding deals here.
The ARIA Happy Hour Crawl (Optimal Route)
Route 1: The Day-Drinker (11am-3pm)
11:00am - Liquid Pool Lounge
- Start poolside with a frozen margarita ($10)
- Order: Margarita + flatbread ($22)
- Soak in the sun for 90 minutes
12:45pm - Lobby Bar
- Walk inside to the lobby (AC break)
- Order: Moscow Mule ($10) + hummus ($10)
- People-watch for an hour
2:00pm - Proper Eats
- Final stop (happy hour starts at 3pm, but you can pre-game)
- Order: Beer ($7) + wings ($9)
- Watch sports, sober up slightly
Total: ~$70, 4+ hours of day drinking, paced perfectly
Route 2: The Evening Session (3pm-7pm)
3:00pm - Proper Eats
- Start with cheap beers ($7) + nachos ($11)
- Time: 1 hour
4:30pm - Lobby Bar
- Move to the center atrium
- Order: Two cocktails ($20-24 total)
- Time: 1.5 hours
6:15pm - Bardot Brasserie (Mon-Thu only)
- Finish with steak frites ($16) + cocktail ($14)
- Time: 1+ hour
Total: ~$75 per person, upscale finish, diverse experience
Route 3: The Budget Crawl (Under $40)
3:00pm - Proper Eats
- Beer ($7) + wings ($9) = $16
4:00pm - Lobby Bar
- One cocktail ($10) + hummus to share ($10) = $20
Total: $36 + tip, two bars, 2+ hours
ARIA Happy Hour by Day of the Week
Monday-Thursday (Best Value)
- ✅ Lobby Bar (3-6pm)
- ✅ Proper Eats (3-6pm)
- ✅ Liquid Pool Lounge (11am-2pm, weekdays only)
- ✅ Bardot Brasserie (5-6:30pm, Mon-Thu only)
Best Day: Wednesday. All the weekday deals are active + less crowded than Thu/Fri.
Friday-Sunday (Fewer Options)
- ✅ Lobby Bar (3-6pm)
- ✅ Proper Eats (3-6pm)
- ❌ Liquid Pool Lounge (no weekend HH)
- ❌ Bardot Brasserie (no weekend HH)
Weekend = Crowded: Lobby Bar and Proper Eats fill up 4:30-6pm with hotel guests.
Insider Tips for ARIA Happy Hours
1. The Self-Parking Hack
ARIA charges $18/day for self-parking. But: if you validate at any restaurant or bar, you get 4 hours free.
Strategy: Park in self-parking → Go to Proper Eats happy hour ($15-20) → Validate parking → You just saved $18 and got drinks.
2. M Life Rewards = Free Drinks
If you have an M Life card (free to sign up), you get:
- Pearl tier (free): 1 comp drink per day
- Gold tier ($100 slot play): 2 comp drinks per day
Hack: Use your free drink ticket during happy hour. Order a $18 cocktail with your free voucher. You just got happy hour pricing + a free drink.
3. Liquid Pool Lounge Access
You don't need to be an ARIA guest to access Liquid. Walk through the casino to the pool area. Security doesn't check room keys during the day.
4. Bardot Bar vs. Table Seating
Bardot has a bar area and a dining room. The bar doesn't require reservations and serves the full happy hour menu. Sit at the bar.
5. Proper Eats = ARIA Employee Hangout
Want to know about secret happy hours or upcoming events? Ask the bartenders at Proper Eats. They're plugged into the ARIA staff network.
What to Expect to Spend
Solo Budget ($20-35)
- Proper Eats: 2 beers + wings = $23
- Lobby Bar: 1 cocktail + hummus = $20
Solo Mid-Range ($40-60)
- Lobby Bar: 2 cocktails + flatbread = $34
- Bardot: Steak frites + cocktail = $30
- Total: $64
Couple's Night ($70-100)
- Liquid Pool Lounge: Cocktail pitcher ($45) + flatbreads ($24) = $69
- Lobby Bar: 2 cocktails + hummus = $30
- Total: $99
Best ARIA Happy Hour by Goal
Best Value
Proper Eats. $7 beers, $9 wings, sports on every TV.
Best Vibes
Liquid Pool Lounge. Poolside drinks in the middle of the day = peak Vegas.
Best Central Location
Lobby Bar. Center of the casino, natural light, people-watching.
Best for a Date
Bardot Brasserie. French bistro vibes, upscale without breaking the bank.
Best for Locals
Proper Eats. This is where ARIA staff drinks after their shifts.
Common Mistakes Tourists Make
1. Not Knowing Happy Hours Exist
ARIA doesn't advertise their happy hours. You have to know they're there. (Now you do.)
2. Going to Catch or Carbone for "Deals"
These are fine dining restaurants. There are no deals. You're paying $40+ per person minimum.
3. Skipping Liquid Pool Lounge Because "I'm Not a Pool Person"
You don't need to swim. You don't even need to wear a swimsuit (technically). It's just an outdoor bar with a DJ and good vibes.
4. Paying for Parking
Validate at any restaurant/bar and you get 4 hours free. Don't pay $18 for parking.
5. Ordering Off the Regular Menu
Always confirm you're ordering from the happy hour menu. Servers won't always tell you there's a cheaper option.
Parking & Access
Parking Options
- ARIA self-parking: $18/day (validate at bars for 4 hours free)
- Valet: $30 (not worth it unless you're staying at ARIA)
- Park MGM: Walk through the connector (10 min walk, often free for first hour)
Best Entrance
- Main entrance (Strip-facing): Most crowded
- Self-parking entrance (east side): Walk straight to Proper Eats
- Valet entrance (if dropped off): Near Lobby Bar
Seasonal Considerations
Summer (June-August)
Liquid Pool Lounge is brutal at 11am-2pm in July. It's 100°F+ by noon. Only go if you're swimming or love heat.
Best indoor options: Lobby Bar, Proper Eats, Bardot (all have AC).
Winter (December-February)
Liquid Pool Lounge is amazing Dec-Feb. Temps in the 60s-70s, heaters if it's chilly, way fewer crowds.
Spring/Fall (March-May, Sept-Nov)
Best seasons. Perfect temps, outdoor seating at Liquid is ideal, everything is comfortable.
ARIA vs. Other Strip Happy Hours
ARIA vs. Cosmopolitan
- ARIA: Fewer options, but more locals-focused and cheaper
- Cosmo: More bars, more variety, slightly higher prices
Winner: Cosmo for variety, ARIA for value.
ARIA vs. Bellagio
- ARIA: Better happy hour deals, more casual vibe
- Bellagio: More upscale, fewer happy hour options
Winner: ARIA for happy hour specifically.
ARIA vs. MGM Grand
- ARIA: Cleaner, newer, better happy hours
- MGM: Bigger, more options, but inconsistent quality
Winner: ARIA for quality, MGM for quantity.
The Verdict: Where Should You Actually Go?
If You're Only Doing One
Lobby Bar. Central location, consistent deals, good vibes.
If You Want the Best Value
Proper Eats. $7 beers, $9 wings, sports bar atmosphere.
If You Want to Day-Drink
Liquid Pool Lounge. 11am start time + poolside vibes = perfect day session.
If You're on a Date
Bardot Brasserie. French bistro, upscale without the upscale price tag (during happy hour).
If You're a Local
Proper Eats. This is where ARIA staff drinks. You'll get the inside scoop on everything.
Final Pro Tips
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Validate your parking. Don't pay $18 when you can validate for free at any bar.
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Start at Liquid (11am) if you're day-drinking. Most happy hours don't start until 3pm.
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Sit at the bar, not a table. Faster service, better bartenders, easier to get seats.
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Sign up for M Life (free). Comp drinks + tier benefits = extra value.
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Go Monday-Thursday for Bardot. Friday-Sunday = no happy hour there.
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Ask Proper Eats bartenders for insider tips. They know everything happening at ARIA.
ARIA's happy hours are low-key, locals-focused, and genuinely good deals. You just have to know they exist.
Now you do.
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Last Updated: February 13, 2026
Next Update: May 2026