We’re on a mission to find the cheapest drinks in Vegas, and we wanted to bring you along for the journey. Las Vegas, NV, has bars everywhere you look, but you’ll quickly notice that the prices are higher than what you may be used to if you’re not a Vegas local. There are still plenty of spots to get cheap drinks in Sin City, but you have to know where to look.
Check out these cheap drink deals on the Strip and Downtown, so you’ll have more money to spend on entertainment, gambling, and food, without missing out on the booze!
Cheap Drinks on the Las Vegas Strip
Ocean One
Ocean One at Miracle Mile Shops will not disappoint if you love a good deal. There’s no need to wait for happy hour with all-day, everyday deals at Ocean One. Enjoy buy one, get two free margaritas or Bloody Marys, and $3 bottled beers! There’s a tasty food menu with low prices to match so that you can visit Ocean One just for drinks or for a meal.
This is a lively, popular spot, so you may have to wait to get seated if you visit during lunch or dinner time. The money you’ll save and the incredible atmosphere make it well worth a short wait, though.
Flights
Flights is another bar in the Miracle Mile mall at Planet Hollywood where you can drink on a budget. While drink prices change throughout the day, there are a total of 4 happy hours every day, so you’ll have no trouble finding a good deal no matter when you stop in. There’s a happy hour deal from 9 AM to 12 PM, 12 PM to 3 PM, 3 PM to 6 PM, and 6 PM to close.
Drink prices come out to just a few bucks a piece for beer and cocktails during their respective happy hours. To appeal to every type of customer, the deals rotate. Beer specials are from 12 PM to 3 PM and 6 PM to close, while cocktail specials are from 9 AM to 12 PM and 3 PM to 6 PM.
Rockhouse
Rockhouse is a casual sports bar at Venetian with happy hour from 11 AM to 7 PM, Monday to Friday. This is one of our favorite hidden gems for cheap drinks before a night out at a show or in the Las Vegas nightlife scene. After all, who doesn’t love a good pregame drink or three? Well cocktails and beer are both available for just $5.
A foosball table, pool tables, and flat-screen TVs all around make Rockhouse super entertaining too. Big game nights bring even better drink specials and high-energy crowds to the bar, but you definitely don’t have to be a sports fan to enjoy the cheap drinks at Rockhouse.
Stage Door Casino
Stage Door is tucked away behind Cromwell, so it’s not technically on the Strip, but it’s worth going a little out of your way for their cheap drinks.
There’s an undeniable dive bar feel that adds unique charm customers love. The best part? You don’t have to wait for happy hour to get great drink deals! You can get bud light for $2, Jack and Coke for $5, and cocktails for less than $10.
Stage Door is known for having excellent customer service, the best hot dogs on Las Vegas Boulevard, and a small on-site casino that highlights the Sin City atmosphere in the best way.
Margaritaville
Margaritaville at Flamingo Las Vegas is all about relaxation and island living, even if there’s no ocean nearby. With that in mind, it’s always happy hour at Margaritaville!
The food is delicious, and it’s a guaranteed good time, no matter the time of day. Draft beers, well-drinks, and margaritas are only $7, making this one of the cheapest places to buy a margarita in Las Vegas.
One of the best parts about these all-day drink prices is that there’s no big influx of crowds during happy hour because happy hour never ends.
AmeriCAN Beer and Cocktails
AmeriCAN is located at the LINQ Promenade, and while commonly overlooked, this bar specializing in canned beer is a great place to drink on a budget. They serve $5 shots all day, every day, and $5 draft beer and well drinks during happy hour, Monday to Friday, from 11 AM to 6 PM.
The Promenade has many bars and restaurants to try, but AmeriCAN is a must for craft beer lovers.
Blondies Sports Bar and Grill
For cheap drinks, it’s hard to beat all-you-can-drink well liquor (classic cocktails only) and domestic draft beers for just $20. The deal is available Monday to Friday from 3 PM to 6 PM, so you’ve got plenty of time to get your money’s worth!
Considering some bars charge $20 for a single drink, Blondies has one of the city’s best drink deals.
Lobster Me
If your drink of choice is canned seltzers, Lobster Me is the place to go. Choose from a great variety of 12-ounce hard seltzer cans for just $4 a piece all day, every day. Lobster Me has some tasty food, too, so you can grab a bite to go with your seltzers.
Canontina
Canontina is a Mexican restaurant and bar inside the Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian. Their happy hour deals are available from 2 PM to 5 PM Monday to Thursday, including $5 well drinks or draft beer, $5.50 wine by the glass, and $16 beer pitchers.
The pitcher price is the real gem here, and if you’re drinking with a crowd, it’s hard to beat that cheap beer discount.
Casino Royale
Casino Royal is certainly not the most luxurious place to grab a drink on Las Vegas Blvd, but it is one of the cheapest.
You can get bottled beer for just $3 and dirt cheap well drinks too! The casino is surprisingly nice, so you can gamble while drinking.
We like to visit Casino Royale for a few drinks before heading to other, slightly nicer locations on the Strip.
El Segundo
It doesn’t get much better than El Segundo if you want authentic Mexican plates that won’t break the bank and, of course, drinks to match.
Their happy hour specials are available from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM from Monday to Thursday with $4 draft beers and $6.50 margaritas.
The only downside to this happy hour special is how busy it gets, but you can avoid a wait by reserving a table in advance.
Casinos
It used to be standard in Las Vegas for all casinos to serve free drinks to their patrons, but sadly, the times are changing.
Casinos are less likely to pass out a free drink to patrons who are just stopping to play a couple of slots. And yes, they do pay attention! Casinos are more likely to give free drinks to customers who make it worth their while, meaning those who stay to play multiple games and those who play higher-value games.
While you’re playing, look for a cocktail waitress making their rounds around the casino floor. Tipping a larger amount, around $8 or $10, when you place your first order is a great way to get more attentive service when you’re in need of a refill! It’s customary to tip a couple of dollars per drink, even if they’re complimentary drinks from the casino bar.
Cheap Drinks Downtown
Pizza Rock
Pizza Rock, located at Downtown Grand, is not only one of the best pizza places in Vegas but also one of the best spots Downtown for cheap drinks. Their happy hour special runs from 3 PM to 6 PM, Monday to Thursday. Happy hour includes food and drink specials, which is always a nice bonus.
You can get a 32-ounce PBR can for $5, $9 cocktails, and $2 off draft beer and wine by the glass.
Filament Bar
Filament Bar inside the Fremont Hotel & Casino is located right off the casino floor and is known for their $3 Heikeken special that’s available all day, every day. The cocktails here are delicious too, but not any cheaper than you’ll find at other Las Vegas bars.
It’s a good spot for a cheap drink if you’re at the Fremont Hotel & Casino anyways, but it’s not good enough to go out of your way for.
Omaha Bar & Lounge
Omaha Bar at Plaza Hotel is well-known for their 3-4-5 drink special. It’s a 24-hour bar, and the deals run around the clock too! Enjoy $3 Pacifico, $4 Jagermeister, and Skyy Vodka cocktails, and $5 Jameson, Puncher’s Chance Bourbon, and Mi Campo Tequila.
Hogs & Heifers
Hogs & Heifers is often called the best dive bar Downtown, and we have to agree. It isn’t for the faint of heart, but it’s definitely a unique experience!
Hogs & Heifers already have low drink prices, but they’re even lower during happy hour from noon to 4 PM Sunday to Thursday.
Happy hour deals include $5 and $6 draft beers, plus $3 hog piss shots all day, a Hogs & Heifers classic.
Honorable Mentions
With so many bars, it’s impossible to name all the places you can get cheap drinks in Las Vegas, but here are a few more of the best we had to mention.
- Bird Bar at Flamingo Las Vegas
- The Front Yard at Ellis Island
- Hard Rock Cafe
- Rick’s Rollin Smoke BBQ & Tavern
- Viva at Resorts World
- Peppermill Las Vegas
- West Bar at Circus Circus
FAQ
How much does the average drink cost in Vegas?
The average cost for a drink is around $20. Beer and wine tend to be cheaper, while cocktails can go up to $25 per glass.
Do you still get free drinks in casinos in Vegas?
Some casinos still give out free drinks to anyone spending money in the casino, while other casinos reserve complimentary drinks for customers who spend larger amounts.
Key Takeaways
- You don’t have to break the bank to get good drinks in Las Vegas! Look for happy hour specials, all-day deals, and timeless dive bars to score cheap drinks.
- The Las Vegas Strip has a better variety of drink specials than the Downtown area, but you can also find your fair share of cheap drinks on Fremont Street.
- Most cheap drink deals are for specific items and brands. Don’t expect top-shelf liquor or craft beer.
- Many restaurants with happy hour specials include food items, too, so you can get a quick bite to go with your drinks.
Just confirmed January 5th 2024.. margaritaville $7 draft, we’ll, and margs! 🙂 still delicious and cheap!