Best Happy Hour Hotspots Burgers Restaurants in Lower West Side
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Pleasant House Pub
A true pub kitchen where the Pub Burger is worth ordering, not settling for.
Notable Picks
8.3
A British-leaning pub where the food holds up as more than an afterthought—hand pies and fried items get most of the attention, but the Pub Burger is a legit order when you want something hearty with a pint. It works best as a relaxed, sit-down meal with dependable execution and a steady neighborhood crowd.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pub Burger, Steak and Ale Pie, Scotch Egg
What Makes it Special: A true pub kitchen where the Pub Burger is worth ordering, not settling for.
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A Pilsen brewpub built around house beer and a food menu that goes beyond bar basics, with Filipino-influenced touches showing up alongside burgers and shareable plates. It’s strongest when you treat it like a long hang—one burger, one snacky side, then work through a couple pours. The room and patio energy skew social, making it an easy default for groups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Longanisa burger, Beef burger with pickled onions, Cheese curds
What Makes it Special: House-brewed beer depth paired with Filipino-leaning pub-food swings.
Worthy Picks
#3
Simone's Bar
7.7
A Pilsen bar that works as a hangout first and a burger stop second, but that’s exactly the appeal—order something solid, post up, and let the room do the rest. Best when you treat it like a burger-and-beer night with a little edge and late-evening energy.
Must-Try Dishes:
House Burger, Chicken Sandwich, Fries
What Makes it Special: A Pilsen bar where a burger order fits the night perfectly.
7.6
A neighborhood sports bar where the food is designed to be easy, filling, and built for watching something on TV—burgers included. It’s not precious, but it’s functional and satisfying when you want a straightforward bar burger with a game on.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wagyu Burger, Wings, Fries
What Makes it Special: A Pilsen sports bar where the burger is built for the night.