Happy Hour is Back!
JULY 18, 2026
Discover Puesto’s Happy Hour Menu 2026
Hunting for a happy hour that feels like a celebration, not a compromise? In San Diego, Orange County, and the Bay Area, Puesto’s elevated take on Mexican classics at an approachable price. Happy Hour is back from 3–5 p.m. with a set menu, location-dependent days, and an exclusive mini burrito you can only get during this window!
Puesto’s Happy Hour Overview
Puesto’s Happy Hour is a promotion running from 3–5 p.m. that offers discounted snacks, shareable plates, mini burritos, Puesto brewed beer, and signature margaritas at set low prices across California locations.
It’s an approachable way to bring friends and try Puesto favorites, including a mini burrito offering that’s exclusive to Happy Hour. See the full set menu on Puesto’s Happy Hour Menu on the website.
What sets Puesto apart from generic bar specials? The quality never dips. Every taco starts with organic blue corn tortillas hand pressed in-house, a culinary tradition dating back millennia. Many tacos are layered with Puesto’s signature crispy melted cheese on the plancha for that irresistible edge. And the beers? Brewed by Puesto Cervecería — including a GABF gold medalist — so your happy hour pint is truly craft.
Happy Hour Timing and Availability
Puesto’s Happy Hour runs 3–5 p.m. Days vary by location, so check your local Puesto’s page for exact availability before you go. Specials are dine-in only, and the Anaheim location adds $1 to each happy hour item.
For the most accurate Puesto happy hour times for your neighborhood, visit the All Locations page and tap your preferred restaurant to see current days and hours.
Food Highlights on Puesto’s Happy Hour Menu
Puesto happy hour food is designed for mixing and matching, ideal for couples, families, and friend groups.
$5 Snacks
Cucumber Salad — Persian cucumbers, citrus, peanuts, and housemade chamoy
Esquite — Grilled corn, chile, lime, Cotija cheese, crema
$10 Shares
Classic Guacamole — Avocado, cilantro, onion, fresh squeezed lime & orange
Potato Taquitos — Yukon gold potatoes, guacamole, queso fresco, crema, tomatillo verde, lettuce, serrano vinaigrette, chile oil
Chicken Flautas — Chicken, guacamole, queso fresco, crema, serrano crema, lettuce, serrano vinaigrette, chile de árbol salsa
Passionfruit & Mango Shrimp Ceviche — Mexican shrimp, mango, avocado, chile oil, blue corn tostadas
$6 Mini Burritos (Happy Hour Exclusive)
Carnitas Mini Burrito — Braised pork, guacamole, herb lime rice, cheese
Quesabirria Mini Burrito — Short rib, pickled onion, guacamole, herb lime rice, cheese
Chicken Al Pastor Mini Burrito — Chicken, hibiscus & chipotle tinga, guacamole, herb lime rice, cheese
Drink Specials and Signature Cocktails
$9 Margaritas
- Puesto Perfect Margarita — Corazón reposado tequila, fresh lime, organic agave nectar
The Puesto Perfect Margarita is Puesto’s most popular cocktail with the option to "make it spicy" during Happy Hour!
$6 Cervezas
Clara — a traditional Mexican-style light lager (4.7% ABV)
Negra — a GABF gold medalist lager
IPA — rotating hop and malt bill with each batch
Michelada — Puesto Clara Lager, housemade clamato, chamoy, mango, fresh lime
Non-Alcoholic
Passionfruit Margarita — Puesto’s non-alcoholic tequila alternative, passionfruit, fresh lime, organic agave nectar
- BERO Double Tasty West Coast Style IPA
Taco Tuesday Half-Price Deals
If you're not able to make it during the Happy Hour window, every Tuesday is Taco Tuesday. All tacos are half-price from 3 p.m. to close at all locations, dine-in only. Puesto’s menu highlights around a dozen tacos, including Filet Mignon, Chicken Al Pastor, and Lobster; vegetarian favorites like Mushroom and Veggie; and the Baja Fish taco made with beer-battered local line-caught fish.
Taco Tuesday also overlaps with the 3–5 p.m. Happy Hour window. Locations allow you to enjoy half-price tacos alongside happy hour drink pricing (the true Happy Hour & Taco Tuesday hack).
Check Local Hours and Days
Happy Hour is offered across multiple Puesto restaurants in San Diego, Orange County, and the Bay Area.
Happy Hour is dine-in and location-specific by day. Before heading out, visit the All Locations page and tap your preferred restaurant to confirm days offered.
Note: Anaheim pricing is $1 more on happy hour items.
Plan Your Visit During Peak Happy Hour Times
Arrive right at 3 p.m. to enjoy the full two-hour window.
On Tuesdays, Taco Tuesday runs from 3 p.m. to close, providing more flexibility than the standard Happy Hour times.
Tips for Groups and Family-Friendly Dining During Happy Hour
Family-friendly, always: Puesto welcomes diners of all ages during Happy Hour. Standard California alcohol laws apply for beverage service (21+ with valid ID).
Group-size wins:
Split $10 Shares like Classic Guacamole and Potato Taquitos to stretch value across the table.
Reservations are recommended for larger groups, especially on Taco Tuesday.
Many locations offer outdoor patio seating, a favorite for families and social groups.
If your party is over 15 guests, please inquire about group dining through our inquiry form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What time is Puesto’s Happy Hour and are the days consistent across locations?
A: Puesto’s Happy Hour runs from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, but the days offered vary by location. Check Puesto’s website for your nearest restaurant’s schedule before visiting.
Q: What are the price ranges for food and drinks during Happy Hour?
A: Expect $5 snacks, $6 mini burritos and draft cervezas, $9 Puesto Perfect Margaritas, and $10 shareable plates like Classic Guacamole and Potato Taquitos. Some locations, such as Anaheim, add a $1 surcharge.
Q: Can you combine Happy Hour deals with Taco Tuesday specials?
A: On Tuesdays, the 3–5 p.m. Happy Hour window overlaps with Taco Tuesday’s half-price tacos.
Q: Are mini burritos exclusive to Happy Hour?
A: Yes. The $6 mini burritos — Carnitas, Quesabirria, and Chicken Al Pastor — are exclusive to the Happy Hour menu and not available during regular dining hours. Anaheim's min burritos are $7.
Q: Is Puesto a family-friendly restaurant during Happy Hour?
A: Absolutely. Puesto is family-friendly during Happy Hour, with no age restrictions on dining. Guests must be 21+ with a valid ID to order alcoholic beverages.
Reserve Happy Hour now, we’ll save you a seat.