House of Blues

House of Blues is the live music venue that somehow ended up on the Strip, bringing blues, rock, and Southern-inspired food to Mandalay Bay. The happy hour runs daily from 3-6pm and again from 9-11pm, giving you two windows to catch $7 beer and $8 wine plus discounted apps. It's loud, energetic, and built for people who want drinks with a side of live music.

The Double Window

Daily 3-6pm and 9-11pm—two separate sessions, both with the same deals. The early window is standard happy hour vibes, while the late session caters to the post-dinner, pre-show crowd. The flexibility is clutch, especially if you're catching a concert later or just want late-night drinks that don't cost $18.

$7 Beer, $8 Wine

The pricing is straightforward: $7 beer covers craft drafts and bottles, while $8 wine gets you reds and whites that won't make you regret your choices. There are also discounted apps, usually in the $6-10 range—think wings, loaded fries, nachos, the kind of bar food that pairs well with beer and live music.

The Southern Food Angle

House of Blues leans into Southern/Creole flavors: jambalaya, gumbo, BBQ, cornbread that's actually good. The happy hour menu has scaled-down versions of their signature dishes, so you can sample the vibe without committing to a full meal. If you're hungry, the food is solid. If you're just drinking, the apps will keep you upright.

Live Music & Energy

Even during happy hour, House of Blues has music—sometimes live acts, sometimes DJs, always something playing. It's loud, vibrant, and designed for people who like their drinks with a soundtrack. If you're looking for quiet conversation, this ain't it. If you want energy and atmosphere, you're in the right place.

The Mandalay Bay Factor

House of Blues is tucked inside Mandalay Bay, so it's a bit of a walk if you're coming from the main Strip. But that also means it's less crowded than the central casino bars, and you can actually find a seat during happy hour. The space is massive—multiple levels, bars, and seating areas—so even when it's busy, it doesn't feel claustrophobic.

When to Go

The 3-6pm window is great for early birds or people day drinking responsibly (or irresponsibly, no judgment). The 9-11pm session is perfect if you're catching a show at the venue or just want late-night drinks before the Strip prices kick in. Either way, you're getting the same deals and the same energy.

House of Blues isn't trying to be a craft cocktail lounge or an upscale wine bar. It's a music venue that happens to have solid happy hour deals and good vibes. If that's what you're after, it delivers.