Hey Austin—Harper Ortega here with a roundup of deals & special offers happening around town from valued local businesses. These are live now (or very soon)—check details with the venue before you go!
Food & Drink Highlights
Buflina Due (Brentwood & East Austin) is serving up half-off pizzas daily from 4–5:30 PM. Add in $5 draft beers, half off wine bottles under $100, and $5 pours of house wine for extra incentive to go early.
Second Bar and Kitchen Downtown has a happy hour Monday through Thursday (and Sunday) from 3-6 PM. Expect $5 off pizzas, $4 off signature cocktails, $3 off beer and wine, plus $2 off select snacks.
Shops & Retail Steals
Sunset Valley Village is running a “Clear the Rack” sale through September 7—taking an extra 25% off already reduced items, with total savings up to 75% at brands like Vince, Steve Madden, rag & bone and others. ALL SALES FINAL.
Also at Sunset Valley: J.Crew Factory has a storewide sale at 50% off through September 8. Good time to refresh basics.
Ongoing Local Specials You Should Know
NoshGrid tracks thousands of live food-and-drink deals around Austin, many from locally owned eateries. Wine bottle deals, late afternoon specials, oysters, local happy hour offerings all listed.
ATX Yummy Face is your go-to for updated happy hours—200+ venues listed, searchable by day and cuisine. Whether you’re craving Thai, Mexican, sushi or brewery vibes, there’s something live to explore.
Tips to Maximize Deals
- Check the small print: days & times vary wildly. Some perfect bites vanish by 6 PM.
- Some offers are first-come or in-person only. Calling ahead is smart.
- Look out for “happy hour” vs “late night” — often happier pricing mixes in different items.
- Sign up for email lists or apps when possible—stores sometimes give early or exclusive access.
Austin’s local economy is full of surprises like these—keep an eye on storefront windows, social feeds, and deal-listing sites. If you spot something I missed, share it. Let’s keep making Austin a place where great food, great finds, and great savings line up for everyone.