7 Best Ways to Save Money at the Bar

Do you meet up with friends for a drink on a normal basis? Those trips to the bar can add up if you’re not careful. If you don’t want to forgo your bar outings, here are some ways that you can save whiles you’re there.

Got to Happy Hour (Even If It’s Late)

Most people associate happy hour with the time right after work (4-6pm-ish). But there are late night happy hours all over as well. Just do a search for “late night happy hour” in your area to score cheaper drinks and appetizers if you’re up for going out late.

Drink Beer

If you want a drink, you like beer and you’re trying to save money, then you should stick to beer when you go out for drinks. Cocktails and wine are, in most cases, going to cost you more. So stick to your favorite wines or cocktails when you’re in the comfort of your own home (or someone else’s home).

Eat Before You Go

If you’re at a bar that serves food, the smell of fries and burgers may get to you after a while and you might not be able to resist if you’re hungry. So when you go out for drinks, come with a full stomach. That way, you’ll be less likely to fall prey to cravings and won’t blow your budget on pub food.

Use a Daily Deal

Check out deals on sites like Groupon and LivingSocial. They may feature some great deals for bars in your area. Just be sure to check out reviews before you buy if you’re unfamiliar with the establishment in question.

Win Trivia

Playing team trivia is a great way to spend an evening out. If you can gather a great team, you’ll have the chance to win a free round of drinks, a gift card to the bar you’re at, or other freebies.

Don’t Drink Alcohol

If you are only going out for the company and don’t care to drink, don’t be ashamed to order a club soda or a seltzer with lime. Don’t blow money on drinks you don’t even care to have!

Do Tastings

Instead of going to the bar, consider going to do a wine or beer tasting instead. Tastings are often times free or very reasonably priced and you get to try a bunch of different varieties while spending time with friends. Just look up options at local breweries and/or wineries.