What’s the happy hour at Porchlight?
Porchlight is Union Square Hospitality Group’s West Chelsea cocktail bar, on the corner of 11th Avenue and 28th Street in a gritty 19th-century warehouse space. Open since 2015, it’s a New Orleans-inspired neighborhood room built around great cocktails, warm service, and no pretense — a few blocks from the High Line, Hudson Yards, and the Javits Center.
The bar leans into Southern hospitality: a deep spirits selection, sharp takes on classic cocktails, cold local beer, and American bar fare, with live music filling the room on Monday nights. Walk-ins are welcome, the kitchen runs late, and the patio is a draw on warm afternoons.
The Happy Hour
Porchlight’s happy hour is one of the better deals in Chelsea and runs every day the bar is open: Monday through Saturday from 3 to 7pm, plus all day Sunday. Expect $12 cocktails, $7 beers, $5 flasks of punch, and $10 snacks — a genuinely strong offer given USHG’s cocktail bona fides. Pair it with the free live music on Monday evenings (6–9pm, no cover) and it’s an easy weeknight plan.
The Room
A lively, high-ceilinged warehouse bar with booths, a long marble bar, a back game room, and patio seating — polished but unfussy, with live music some nights.
Who Porchlight Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| After-work drinks | The 3–7pm weekday happy hour and full cocktail program suit an end-of-day round. |
| Live music nights | Free Monday-night sessions (6–9pm, no cover) bring blues, folk, and soul to the main bar. |
| Pre-Hudson Yards | It’s a short walk from Hudson Yards, the High Line, and the Javits Center for a pre-event cocktail. |
| Date night | Well-made classic cocktails and a warm, characterful room make for an easy date. |
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Porchlight FAQ
What are Porchlight’s happy hour hours?
Happy hour runs Monday through Saturday from 3 to 7pm and all day Sunday.
What’s included in Porchlight’s happy hour?
$12 cocktails, $7 beers, $5 flasks of punch, and $10 snacks.
Does Porchlight have live music?
Yes — free live music on Monday nights from 6 to 9pm in the main bar area, with no cover charge.
Does Porchlight take reservations?
Yes, for groups of 1–20 up to 28 days ahead, and walk-ins of any size are welcome.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Porchlight before visiting for a specific deal.