Wine, Food, and Fun
Find Your Happy Hour Happy Place By Stephanie Seaberg, Resident since 2010
As a person who lives to eat, I’m always on the hunt for the best happy hour in town. A little sip of a drink accompanied by a small plate to share can be a great way to wrap up a day. Happy hours menus can say so much about a restaurant. Think of it as the proverbial keyhole that gives you a peek into the world of that establishment before you commit to a reservation and a table. These top 5 happy hour hot spots are as unique as Danville itself.
Albatross (Every day, 4pm-6pm and after 8pm.)
Where to go when you want to unwind. This stunning new establishment is your organic farm-to-table oasis for some of the prettiest plates in Danville. The best way to describe Albatross is peaceful, calm and casual with an atmosphere that’s a cross between Martha’s Vineyard and the Napa Valley without the tourist prices. Locals are flocking Wine pairings help turn the to Albatross for the Chicken notch up on your happy hour at Lettuce Cups ($12), which comes Albatross. with smoky cashews. There is also nothing prettier than the Cheesemongers board ($15), which features three hand selected cheeses, honeycomb, and slices of fresh baguette and fruit. Pair that with one of their sommelier selected wines and you’ll have the perfect afternoon treat.
The Growler (Monday-Friday, 3PM-6PM, all day Wednesday)
This relaxing gastro pub is serving up artisanal food that anyone can enjoy on a budget. The biggest problem you’ll have at this old school eatery is deciding which beer you want to try first. The Growler has 20 rotating taps of craft beer, and a selection of stickto-your-ribs dishes that will pair perfectly with your drink. $5 is all you will need to sample Deviled Eggs Topped with Bacon, Hand-made Tater Tot’s, including their famous Totchos (Tater tot’s served nacho style), or pretzel bites with beer cheese. With 7 TVs, you won’t miss a single moment of your favorite game with your friends.
Auburn (Monday-Friday, 4PM- 6PM)
Ambience is the word! This ‘New Vintage’ night club is just as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the taste buds. Once you step in the doors, you’ll feel like you’ve walked onto an old Hollywood film set and you’re ready for your close-up. Auburn’s
Auburn Lounge’s fan favorite cheese and charcuterie board.
entire menu is 25% off for Happy Hour, which includes an OldFashioned station and a variety of champagnes and sparkling wines to tickle your tongue. Even though Auburn is known for their cheese boards, the Meatballs and Elote Bites have been stealing the spotlight recently. Two TVs consistently play classic films; careful or you’ll lose track of time in this elegant downtown throwback.
McGah’s (Monday and Friday, 3PM- 6PM)
Did somebody say dueling pianos? Stroll on down to this comfortable hideaway that celebrates its rich family sports history, where they believe Irish/Mexican fusion success in that every day should be Taco these corned beef tacos from McGah’s! Tuesday. Happy Hour consists of four varieties of tacos ($6 each) which are as colorful as the bar itself -fish tacos, buffalo chicken, fried avocado, and Irish-style (corned beef with shredded potato). Grab a giant Moscow Mule and stick around for the song stylings of Dave and Travis, who can perform just about any song upon request every Friday and Saturday.
Primo Pizza (Everyday 3PM-6PM)
40 years of business is nothing to scoff at. This Danville landmark has been untouched by time, thanks to their “don’t fix it if it isn’t broken” approach to pizza. Everything is made in house and from scratch including the dough. Happy hour features Potato Skins for $4 and $1 off all beer, but the big attraction is the $6 pizza special. That gets you a jumbo slice of any one of their 20 different pizzas and a domestic beer. With all the money you save on food, you can head to the in-house arcade for a chance to win a stuffed animal. Stephanie Seaberg has lived in the East Bay for the last 30 years, and is a SRVHS Alumni. Steph is a play-writer and director for Theater Performance Workshop, KAOS Camp, and Golden Oak Montessori. Steph lives for cooking, theater, photography, travel, and singing. DANVILLE LIVING 29
