The Happiest Hour

"Perfect For: People-Watching || A new spot in the space where Kingswood used to be in the West Village. Lively party-time vibes but still appropriate enough for a tête-à-tête with a pal." - hillary reinsberg

"The Happiest Hour is a place we’ve come to rely on for its winning combination of fantastic burgers and strong, good drinks. But if you’re looking to get into some Action At The Bar, this is an excellent place to find it. Both its front section and subterranean level are dedicated to bar space, and its throwback tiki vibes draw a crowd that always feels like it’s someone’s 25th birthday." - katherine lewin, hillary reinsberg

"The Happiest Hour is giant and loud, and it wouldn’t be that outrageous for someone to hurt their neck from craning it around to see who just walked in here. It’s also the perfect place for you if you don’t really care about making a reservation or a big plan for the night. Just waltz in, flip your hair dramatically like you’re starring in a slow-motion shampoo commercial, and try to get a seat so you can order a burger." - hannah albertine

"The Happiest Hour is a spot we’ve come to rely on for its combination of fantastic burgers and good, strong drinks. If you’re looking to talk to strangers and possibly meet someone you’ll date for a month or two, this place is great for that. The retro atmosphere and big open space tend to draw a crowd, and you’ll usually see at least one person celebrating their 25th birthday here." - bryan kim, katherine lewin, neha talreja, carina finn koeppicus

"Considering one last sloppy night out? Try The Happiest Hour in the West Village (and try to keep your sloppiness in check). A classic group-drinks spot, this tropical-ish cocktail bar is throwing a bohemian, Crystal Ball-themed party. Tickets are $150, and will get you an open bar from 10pm to 1am, and a champagne toast. For $500, you can get a table for six and two bottles of champagne." - bryan kim, will hartman