If you’re looking for the best University Town Center happy hour, this guide has you covered. UTC has a strong mix of restaurants and bars offering great food and drink deals, especially after work and during the early evening. I have listed everything from discounted cocktails and wine to small plates worth ordering twice. Below, you’ll find where to go, when to show up, and what to order to get the most value during happy hour in the UTC area. The best UTC happy hour restaurants are arranged alphabetically.
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Bazille at Nordstrom
Days:
Monday through Friday
Hours:
2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes. Patio seating overlooking the UTC mall area.
Is there free parking or validation?
Free parking in the Westfield UTC garages. No restaurant validation needed.
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
Nordstrom burger $16
Artichoke spinach dip $14
Heirloom tomato and burrata $12
Signature cocktails $14
Sprits $12
Wine $11
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Days:
Monday through Friday, Sunday
Hours:
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Monday through Friday)
9:00 pm to close (Sunday through Thursday)
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes. Outdoor patio seating is available in the bar area during happy hour.
Is there free parking or validation?
Free parking.
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
Chips and dips $4
Sliders, chicken pot stickers, avocado egg rolls $7
Domestic bottles $4
Brewhouse margarita $6
BJ’s seasonal guest draft beers $1 off
Blue Ocean Sushi & Grill
Days:
Monday through Thursday
Hours:
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes.
Is there free parking or validation?
Free parking in the Westfield UTC garages; no validation required
Menu link:
None available
UTC happy hour specials:
Popcorn shrimp $7.50
Caramelized eggplant $6.50
9-piece nigiri plate $17
Sapporo draft beer $6
Kirin draft beer $6
House wine by the glass $6
Drift La Jolla
Days:
Monday through Friday
Hours:
2:00 pm to 500 pm
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes.
Is there free parking or validation?
3 hours of validated parking
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
$2 off Buffalo wings
$2 off pretzel sticks
$2 off sweet potato fries
$3 off well cocktails, draft beer, house wine
Eureka!
Days:
Monday through Friday
Hours:
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
9:00 pm to close
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes. Outdoor seating and patio area available.
Is there free parking or validation?
Free parking in the Westfield UTC garages; no validation required
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
Eureka! American burger $13
Truffle cheese fries $8
Nachos $8
Fried pickles $7.50
Truffle Cheese fries $8.50
Mac n cheese balls $8.50
Cocktails $8.50
Wine $8
Beer $6
Lucrezia La Jolla
Days:
Monday through Friday
Hours:
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Do they have outdoor seating?
Happy hour is only served at the indoor bar at Lucrezia.
Is there free parking or validation?
Free parking in the Westfield UTC garages; no validation required
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
Draft beer $5
Roman Sunset margarita $13
Wine of the week $8
P.F. Chang's
Days:
Monday through Friday
Hours:
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes
Is there free parking or validation?
Free self-parking
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
Chang’s lettuce wraps $6
Spicy tuna roll $6
Cecilia’s dumplings $5
Vegetable spring rolls $5
Beers $5.99
Wine $8.99
Pacific Catch
Days:
Monday through Friday
Hours:
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes. Patio and outdoor seating available at Pacific Catch, overlooking the mall area.
Is there free parking or validation?
Free parking in the Westfield UTC garages; no specific restaurant validation needed.
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
Coconut shrimp $10
Guaca-Poke $11
Classic yellowtail ceviche $10
Beer 16 oz $6
Cocktails $10
Wine $9
Queenstown Bistro
Days:
Monday through Friday
Also Saturday and Sunday for drinks
Hours:
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm for happy hour most weekdays and weekends
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes. Outdoor patio seating in the Westfield UTC courtyard.
Is there free parking or validation?
Free parking in the Westfield UTC garages. No restaurant validation needed.
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
NZ chips & dips $10
Fish n’ chips $10
Slider w/skinny fries $10
Pretzel & cheese $10
Beers 2 x 12 oz $10
Cocktails $10
House wine $10
Seasons 52
Days:
Daily
Hours:
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes. Outdoor patio seating available.
Is there free parking or validation?
Free self-parking in the Westfield UTC garages. No specific restaurant validation.
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
Kona crusted lamb $8
Seared handline-caught ahi tuna $8
Philly cheesesteak flatbread $14 (plus sip)
Pesto chicken and fresh mozzarella $14 (plus sip)
Wine $7
Cocktails $7
The Amalfi Llama
Days:
Daily (Monday through Sunday)
Hours:
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes. Large outdoor patio seating is available.
Is there free parking or validation?
Free self-parking in the Westfield UTC garages. No specific restaurant validation.
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
Focaccia
Calamari
Margherita flatbread
Short rib empanadas
Cocktails $10-$12
Draft beer $6
Wine $10
True Food Kitchen
Days:
Monday through Friday
Hours:
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes. Outdoor seating available.
Is there free parking or validation?
Free parking in the Westfield UTC garages. No restaurant validation.
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
$2 off dumplings
$2 off mediterranean hummus
$3 of all pizzas
Beer $5
Wine $5
$3 off all cocktails
Zanzibar Cafe At the Loft
Days:
Monday through Friday
Hours:
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes. Some outdoor seating and patio space are available.
Is there free parking or validation?
Parking is available in the nearby Gilman parking structure.
Menu link:
Online menu
UTC happy hour specials:
Poke nachos $6
Flatbread pizza $6
Bratwurst $6
Chicken wings $6
