Last checked: October 14, 2026.
The Whiskey House in downtown San Diego serves happy hour daily from 4–7 p.m., with food ranging from hand-cut fries to steak and salmon meals. Its current menu lists $5 selected beers, $8 classic cocktails and an $11 burger with fries. Happy hour prices are for dining in, not takeout.
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Quick Answer: The Whiskey House happy hour runs every day, 4–7 p.m., at 420 Third Avenue. Vietnamese wings cost $1.25 each with a six-wing minimum, selected beers are $5, and listed cocktails and house wines are $8. The $1 whiskey shot is an add-on to a beer, not a stand-alone price for any whiskey.
The Whiskey House happy hour food menu
These are the restaurant’s current listed happy hour prices. Availability and prices can change; tax, tip and additions are extra. Takeout ordered during these hours uses full-menu pricing.
| Food | Price | What is included |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnamese wings | $1.25 each | Minimum six; six cost $7.50 |
| Cup of soup | $4 | Cup-size serving |
| French fries | $4 | Hand-cut fries |
| Scotch egg | $8 | Soft-boiled egg with house-made sausage and creole mustard |
| Sausage on a roll | $8 | Bratwurst or Italian sausage |
| Kale salad | $9 | Apple, cranberry, pecans and quinoa |
| T.W.H. fish ceviche | $9 | Fish with citrus and vegetables |
| Chorizo mac and cheese | $9 | Four-cheese sauce and house-made chorizo |
| T.W.H. burger | $11 | Cheddar, bacon, onions and toppings; fries included |
| Pork chop | $13 | Scotch-and-herb marinade; fries included |
| Salmon fillet | $15 | Bourbon glaze; fries included |
| New York strip | $19 | 8-ounce hand-cut steak; fries included |
| Crème brûlée | $7 | Whiskey custard with caramelized top |
Small bites versus a meal
A cup of soup or side of fries is $4. The Scotch egg, sausage roll, salad and mac and cheese sit between $8 and $9. If you want a main dish with a side already included, the burger, pork chop, salmon and steak each list fries with the order.
The burger’s $11 price includes fries; ordering the separate $4 fries is unnecessary unless you want another serving. The same distinction applies to the pork chop, salmon and New York strip.
How the wing minimum works
The menu prices Vietnamese wings individually but requires at least six. Six wings cost $7.50; eight cost $10; twelve cost $15. These are calculated food totals before tax or gratuity. An old listing showing $1 wings should not be used for the current bill.
Dessert
Crème brûlée is listed at $7 and uses whiskey custard. It is a separate dessert, not included with a burger or steak meal. Ask about ingredients if you avoid alcohol in food or have a dairy or egg allergy.
Beer, wine and cocktail prices
Beer, wine and the whiskey add-on
| Drink | Price | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Eppig Brewing 1866 | $5 | Listed happy hour beer |
| T.W.H. Blond | $5 | Listed happy hour beer |
| Carta Blanca | $10 | 32-ounce bottle |
| House sparkling wine | $8 | House selection |
| House white wine | $8 | House selection |
| House red wine | $8 | House selection |
| Whiskey shot added to a beer | +$1 | Ask which whiskey qualifies |
The $1 shot offer is tied to a beer purchase. A listed $5 beer plus the $1 whiskey add-on totals $6 before tax and tip. The menu does not make every premium whiskey, rare pour or whiskey flight part of that offer.
The $8 cocktail choices
| Cocktail | Price | Style |
|---|---|---|
| Moscow Mule | $8 | Vodka-based mule |
| Kentucky Mule | $8 | Bourbon-based mule |
| Whiskey Sour | $8 | Bourbon with lemon and sweetness |
| Negroni | $8 | Gin with sweet vermouth and Campari |
| Aperol Spritz | $8 | Aperol and sparkling wine |
| The Al Capone | $8 | Bourbon, sweet vermouth and Campari |
Choose from the named list rather than assuming the entire regular cocktail menu costs $8. The Negroni and Al Capone share vermouth and Campari but use different base spirits. Premium substitutions or a different cocktail may have a different price.
Daily happy hour times
| Day | Happy hour |
|---|---|
| Monday | 4–7 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 4–7 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 4–7 p.m. |
| Thursday | 4–7 p.m. |
| Friday | 4–7 p.m. |
| Saturday | 4–7 p.m. |
| Sunday | 4–7 p.m. |
Weekend brunch is separate from the daily afternoon offer. Arriving at brunch time does not unlock the 4–7 p.m. menu, and later bar hours do not extend it. Private buyouts can change access on a particular day, so check for a closure notice before visiting.
For a sushi-focused alternative, compare our Nobu happy hour menu, including its San Diego section. Nobu’s session is shorter and uses different seating rules.
Taco Tuesday specials
| Tuesday offer | Price | Listed availability |
|---|---|---|
| Tequila | $3 | All day Tuesday; selection to confirm |
| Birria taco | $6 each | All day Tuesday |
| Modelo Especial or Barrio Lager | $5 | All day Tuesday |
Taco Tuesday is its own all-day promotion, meaning during Tuesday service rather than 24 hours. Its listed tequila price should not be assumed to cover every tequila bottle. The daily happy hour food and cocktails still have their normal 4–7 p.m. window.
Meal and drink totals
| Example order | Subtotal |
|---|---|
| Six Vietnamese wings + $5 beer | $12.50 |
| Burger with fries + $8 cocktail | $19 |
| Sausage roll + $8 house wine | $16 |
| Salmon with fries + $8 house wine | $23 |
| 8-ounce steak with fries + $8 cocktail | $27 |
| Scotch egg + $4 fries + $5 beer | $17 |
These totals are calculated from the menu and are not restaurant combo offers. They exclude tax and tip. The restaurant lists an automatic 20% gratuity for parties of six or more; check your bill before adding another tip.
Location and ordering rules
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Address | 420 Third Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101 |
| Phone | 619-546-6289 |
| Happy hour eligibility | Dine-in; takeout uses full-menu prices |
| Outdoor seating | Patio tables are first-come, first-served |
| Dogs | Welcome on the patio; only service animals inside |
| Children | Welcome during restaurant service |
| Group gratuity | 20% added for parties of six or more |
The restaurant is on Third Avenue between Island Avenue and J Street. Plan extra time for downtown parking, especially on busy event days. A regular reservation does not guarantee an outdoor table, since the patio is first-come, first-served.
The official FAQ and menu footer differ on the morning brunch opening time. That does not affect the consistently listed 4 p.m. happy hour start, but call if you are planning an early brunch visit.
Kale salad contains pecans, mac and cheese includes chorizo, and the Scotch egg includes sausage. Ask staff about allergies and shared equipment rather than treating dish names as dietary guarantees.
For a larger chain menu, compare our Bar Louie happy hour guide. Its schedules and participating-location rules differ from this single San Diego venue.
Frequently asked questions
Does The Whiskey House have weekend happy hour?
Yes. The current official FAQ lists happy hour every day from 4–7 p.m., including Saturday and Sunday.
How much are the Vietnamese wings?
They are $1.25 each with a minimum order of six. The minimum food subtotal is $7.50.
Can I order happy hour food to go?
Not at the discounted price. The official menu explicitly says takeout during happy hour uses full-menu pricing.
Are all whiskeys $1 during happy hour?
No. The listed $1 offer adds a whiskey shot to a beer. Ask which pour is included; rare whiskey and flights are separate.
Does the burger include fries?
Yes. The $11 T.W.H. burger includes fries, as do the pork chop, salmon and New York strip orders.
Is there a late-night happy hour?
The verified daily offer is 4–7 p.m. Later closing hours do not establish another discounted session.
