Blanco Cocina + Cantina’s current happy hour runs Monday–Friday from 3–6 p.m. and Saturday–Sunday until 2 p.m. in the bar area at participating locations. Its updated menu features dips, tacos, skewers, margaritas, mini frozen drinks, beer, wine, and nonalcoholic choices. Nashville is excluded from the advertised seven-day offer.
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Quick Answer: The current Scottsdale happy-hour menu lists $6 à la carte tacos, $7 green chile queso, $8 margaritas, $5 beer, and half-price wine. Weekend happy hour is earlier: Scottsdale, Tempe, Oak Brook, and San Diego currently list 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Ask for bar-area seating; Nashville is excluded.
Blanco Happy Hour Food Menu with Prices
The following prices are from Scottsdale’s current happy-hour menu, also matched by San Diego’s current online happy-hour selection when checked. They are location-menu examples, not a nationwide average. Extras, tax, and tip are not included.
Snacks
| Item | Happy-hour price | Food detail |
|---|---|---|
| Guacamole | $8 | Roasted chile and cotija topping |
| Green Chile Queso | $7 | Includes guacamole and salsa fresca |
| Dip Trio | $8 | Bean dip, elote queso, and guacamole |
| Crispy Quesadilla Chips | $8 | Cheese with two salsas |
| Chicken Taquitos | $10 | Chicken, roasted poblano, and cheese |
| Tuna Tostadas | $12 | Tuna with avocado cream and citrus |
| Spicy Mango Ceviche | $13 | Shrimp with mango-seasoned accompaniments |
Skewers
| Skewer selection | Price |
|---|---|
| Chicken Pastor | $8 |
| Chile Lime Shrimp | $9 |
À la Carte Tacos
| Taco | Price per taco |
|---|---|
| Traditional Carnitas | $6 |
| Chicken Pastor | $6 |
| Ground Beef | $6 |
The tacos are à la carte, not the regular dinner plate with rice and beans. Two $6 tacos calculate to $12 before extras. Chicken Pastor appears as both a taco and a skewer: name the format when ordering so you get the portion and price you intended.
The Dip Trio is one way to try three dips without ordering three separate dishes. If you want something other than chips and dips, compare the skewers or seafood selections. The tuna and ceviche carry raw-or-undercooked menu warnings; ask about preparation and ingredients before choosing them.
Blanco Happy Hour Margaritas, Beer, Wine, and Sangria
| Margarita | Happy-hour price |
|---|---|
| El Clásico | $8 |
| Jalapeño Prickly Pear | $8 |
| Passion Fruit & Spanish Vanilla | $8 |
| Small margarita pitcher | $20 |
The small pitcher is a separate menu format. No verified pitcher volume or number of servings is listed here, so do not assume it equals a fixed number of individual cocktails.
Mini Frozen Drinks
| Mini frozen selection | Price |
|---|---|
| Margarita: classic, spiced mango, or coconut agave | $6 each |
| Paloma: classic grapefruit, guava & passion fruit, or blackberry & pomegranate | $6 each |
| Choice of three mini frozens | $14 |
Three individual $6 mini frozens would total $18; the listed three-for-$14 choice is $4 less. This comparison applies to the mini drinks, not three full-size margaritas. Choose the menu format rather than comparing a mini price with a regular cocktail.
Beer, Wine, and Sangria
| Drink offer | Price |
|---|---|
| Draft and bottled beer | $5 |
| Bottled beer plus a shot of house tequila | $10 |
| Wine | 50% off |
| Blanco Sangria | $7 |
| Roja Sangria | $7 |
The wine promotion is a percentage discount, not one fixed glass price. Check the current wine price and serving format with your server. The beer-and-shot offer specifies house tequila; it does not establish that any premium tequila can be substituted at the same price.
Blanco Nonalcoholic Happy Hour Drinks
| Drink | Price |
|---|---|
| Nadarita | $5 |
| Watermelon, lime, and sparkling coconut water agua fresca | $5 |
| Strawberry and mandarin sparkling agua fresca | $5 |
| Limeade with orange oleo and sparkling soda | $5 |
Nadarita is listed in the nonalcoholic section, separate from the tequila margaritas. These choices let non-drinkers order from the actual specials menu rather than assuming an alcoholic cocktail can be converted at the same price.
Blanco Happy Hour Hours and Location Rules
| Location checked | Monday–Friday | Saturday–Sunday |
|---|---|---|
| Scottsdale, Arizona | 3–6 p.m. | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. |
| Tempe, Arizona | 3–6 p.m. | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. |
| Oak Brook, Illinois | 3–6 p.m. | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. |
| San Diego, Fashion Valley | 3–6 p.m. | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. |
| Nashville, Tennessee | Excluded from the advertised seven-day promotion | Excluded |
Blanco’s homepage specifies the bar area. A regular dining-room reservation is not proof that your table qualifies, so request eligible seating when you arrive. Weekend brunch or lunch service continuing after 2 p.m. does not extend the happy-hour offer.
Some older downloadable menus still show earlier weekday windows and previous dishes. San Diego’s linked older PDF, for example, conflicts with its updated online happy-hour selection. Use the current local online hours, and call before making a trip specifically for the start or end of a promotion.
For Scottsdale, the location is 6166 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 601; call (480) 305-6692. For Tempe, it is 717 S. Novus Place; call (480) 366-3717. These local contacts can confirm seating, availability, and any holiday changes.
Blanco Lunch Deals and Planning an Order
Viva La Combo is a separate $16 weekday lunch offer at participating locations, excluding Coronado. It includes queso or guacamole, two selections from the combo menu, and soda or iced tea; a Classic Marg upgrade adds $9. Do not assume it combines with a happy-hour discount.
For a happy-hour comparison, two tacos plus a qualifying $5 beer calculate to $17 before tax and tip. A $7 queso and a $5 nonalcoholic drink calculate to $12. These totals are arithmetic examples, not fixed restaurant bundles.
If your group is deciding between Mexican happy hours, compare the On The Border happy hour menu or El Torito happy hour guide. Their times and location rules differ, so choose based on where and when you plan to go.
No verified calories are supplied for this happy-hour selection. Discuss allergens and substitutions directly with staff, especially for dairy-based dips, seafood, and mixed drinks. A changed recipe can also change the price.
Blanco Happy Hour FAQs
Does Blanco have happy hour every day?
The current advertised program is weekdays 3–6 p.m. and weekends until 2 p.m. at participating locations, with Nashville excluded.
Are the tacos $6 for a pair?
No. The current menu lists à la carte tacos at $6 each.
How much are happy-hour margaritas?
The current Scottsdale menu lists three margarita choices at $8 and a small pitcher at $20. Mini frozen drinks use separate pricing.
Does Blanco offer nonalcoholic specials?
Yes. Its current menu lists a $5 Nadarita and three $5 agua fresca choices.
Is Nashville included?
No. Blanco’s homepage explicitly excludes Nashville from the advertised seven-day happy hour.
