Happy Hour in Boulder for Espresso Martinis, Cheap Drinks and Good Food
- Grace
- Mar 11
- 3 min read
Going out in Boulder can get expensive, especially when drinks and food add up quickly. Finding a good happy hour in Boulder is one of the best ways to still meet friends, grab drinks, and not spend your entire budget.
📍 Downtown Boulder — 2018 10th St
If you’re looking for one of the best espresso martini happy hour deals in Boulder, Jungle is a great place to start. Their happy hour runs daily from 4–6 PM, with a late-night happy hour on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9–11 PM.
During happy hour you can grab an $8 espresso martini, which is a great deal compared to most bars downtown.
Not feeling an espresso martini? Jungle still has plenty of options like mojitos, piña coladas, and daiquiris, so everyone in your group can find something they like.
Their food deals are also solid, including $8 cheeseburgers and $4 fries, making it an easy place to hang out for a while before heading somewhere else.
📍 Downtown Boulder — 900 Walnut St
Located at the St. Julien Hotel near Pearl Street, Jill’s offers a happy hour that feels a little nicer while still being reasonably priced.
Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 3–5 PM, with deals on drinks and small plates. It’s a great place to meet friends if you want something a little more relaxed before heading out downtown.
They serve espresso martinis and other specialty drinks, along with wine and beer options during happy hour. Their appetizer menu is also worth checking out if you’re looking for something to snack on while you hang out.
📍 East Boulder — 2775 Valmont Rd
If you’re going out with a group, The Rayback Collective is one of the coolest spots in Boulder.
Rayback is part bar, part food truck park, and part outdoor hangout space, which makes it a great place to meet friends and stay for a while. There’s plenty of seating, rotating food trucks, and a really relaxed atmosphere.
Happy hour runs weekdays from 3–5 PM, with a late-night happy hour from 8:30–10 PM Tuesday through Saturday. During happy hour, classic cocktails are $3 off (this includes their Nitro Espresso Martini!!), along with deals on beer and wine.
Rayback has something for everyone, whether you're in the mood for an espresso martini, a classic cocktail, or just a casual drink with friends. With plenty of food trucks and a laid-back atmosphere, it’s a great place to start a night out, especially if you’re going with a bigger group.
📍 Downtown Boulder — 1033 Pearl St
Sforno is a great spot if you're trying to combine happy hour drinks with good food.
Their happy hour runs daily from 3–6 PM, making it one of the more consistent deals around Boulder.
The espresso martini here is smooth and classic, perfect if you're in the mood for something simple and well-balanced.
If espresso martinis aren’t your thing, you’ll still find plenty of drink options. Plus, Sforno’s menu includes pizza, pasta, and shareable plates, making it a great place to stay for dinner too.
Your Turn
Whether you're looking for a cheap espresso martini, meeting friends after class, or just trying to find a good happy hour without spending too much, these spots are a great place to start.
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