Longhorn Happy Hour Menu, Times & Specials
Steakhouse prices scare most people off at 5 PM. Longhorn’s Prime Time deals do the opposite. The window runs 4 to 7 PM on weekdays at participating locations. Cocktails drop to about $5, house wines to $4, draft beers to $3, and appetizers run $3 to $5. This guide covers the full Longhorn happy hour menu with 2026 prices. You’ll get real hours by city, the best Prime Time picks, and what varies by location.
Longhorn Happy Hour
When Prime Time Runs: 4–7 PM Weekdays
Longhorn runs one of the longest windows in the steakhouse world. Three full hours on weekday afternoons. These times are typical reported schedules. Happy hour times can shift by location, and some restaurants skip the program, so call ahead.
| City, State | Happy Hour (reported) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 4–7 PM, Mon–Fri | Participating locations |
| Dallas, TX | 4–7 PM, Mon–Fri | Participating locations |
| Orlando, FL | 4–7 PM, Mon–Fri | Participating locations |
| Phoenix, AZ | 4–7 PM, Mon–Fri | Participating locations |
| Denver, CO | 4–7 PM, Mon–Fri | Participating locations |
Longhorn Happy Hour Menu: $5 Cocktails & $3 Beers
The Longhorn happy hour menu leans on Prime Time pricing across drinks and starters. Longhorn drink specials cover cocktails, wine, and drafts in one sweep. Your exact lineup follows your location’s bar card.
~$5 Prime Time Cocktails
| Cocktail | Happy Hour Price |
|---|---|
| Prime Time Margarita (tequila, blue agave, agave nectar) | ~$5 |
| Classic Steakhouse Martini (vodka or gin, blue cheese olives) | ~$5 |
| Sunset Cosmo (vodka, orange juice, pomegranate) | ~$5 |
| Cucumber Mint Mojito (rum, fresh cucumber and mint) | ~$5 |
| Buck Bourbon & Coke | ~$5 |
~$4 Wine & ~$3 Drafts
| Drink | Happy Hour Price |
|---|---|
| House Red Wine (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot) | ~$4 |
| House White Wine (Chardonnay) | ~$4 |
| All pint draft beers | ~$3 |
~$3–$5 Appetizers
| Appetizer | Happy Hour Price |
|---|---|
| Texas Tonion (crispy onion petals, zesty dip) | ~$3–$5 |
| Wild West Shrimp (spicy hand-battered shrimp) | ~$3–$5 |
| Prime Time Steak & Bacon Sliders | ~$3–$5 |
| Prime-Time Chili Cheese Fries | ~$3–$5 |
| Spicy Chicken Bites | ~$3–$5 |
| Crispy Jalapeño Shooters | ~$3–$5 |
Price note: These are typical reported ranges. They are not fixed nationwide prices. Not all locations run happy hour, so confirm locally before you go.
Wednesday Bonus: Half-Price Drinks
Wednesday doubles the deal at many Longhorn locations. Reported Wednesday specials add half-price drinks on top of the regular Prime Time happy hour menu.
- Best midweek value. A $5 cocktail drops to about $2.50. No other weekday touches that price.
- Stacks with $3–$5 apps. Pair a half-price drink with the Texas Tonion for a sub-$8 steakhouse snack.
- Varies the most. Wednesday specials differ by location. Ask your server what is running that day.
Longhorn Happy Hour 2026: Steakhouse Deals Ranked
These ranked picks make Longhorn happy hour the cheapest steakhouse seat in town. Ordered by pure value for 2026.
- Texas Tonion (~$3–$5): The shareable onion blossom feeds two or three. The lowest per-person cost on the card.
- Pint draft beer (~$3): A full 16-ounce pour at fast-food prices. The cheapest drink in the building.
- Wild West Shrimp (~$3–$5): Spicy hand-battered shrimp with garlic butter. Restaurant-quality seafood for appetizer money.
- Prime Time Margarita (~$5): Real tequila with agave nectar at half the regular cocktail price. The best $5 pour here.
- Steak & Bacon Sliders (~$3–$5): Actual steakhouse beef in slider form. The closest thing to a steak dinner at happy hour prices.
How to Find Your LongHorn
- Open the official LongHorn Steakhouse website and use the restaurant locator. Enter your city, state, or ZIP code.
- Call the restaurant to confirm it runs Prime Time happy hour and the current window.
- Ask about Wednesday specials. They vary the most by location.
- Text LHTEXTS to 47455 to join SMS offers for future deals and promotions.
Tips for Steakhouse Regulars
These moves get more from the Prime Time happy hour.
More Happy Hour Guides
Compare these steakhouse deals with more afternoon specials.
Happy HourTexas Roadhouse Happy Hour$3 beers, $5 margaritas and the Early Dine deal→
Happy HourCheesecake Factory Happy Hour$10.95 appetizers and $8.50 cocktails, 4–6 PM→
Happy HourChili’s Happy Hour$3–$5 drinks and the $6 margarita of the month→
FAQs
What time is Longhorn happy hour in 2026?
Longhorn happy hour typically runs 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday, at participating locations. Not every restaurant runs the program, so call ahead to confirm.
What is Prime Time at Longhorn?
Prime Time happy hour is Longhorn’s name for its weekday deals. It covers $5 signature cocktails, $4 house wines, $3 draft beers, and $3–$5 appetizers during the weekday window.
Which appetizers are cheapest during happy hour?
The Texas Tonion and chili cheese fries sit at the low end of the $3–$5 range. The Wild West Shrimp costs a little more but brings real seafood to the table.
Does every Longhorn run happy hour?
Participation varies by location: many restaurants run Prime Time 4–7 PM on weekdays, but some skip it entirely. A quick call confirms your location.
Can you get happy hour prices on takeout?
Happy hour pricing is built for dine-in visits. Most locations do not extend it to takeout or delivery orders. You will pay regular menu prices on to-go orders.
What is the Wednesday drink deal?
Many locations run half-price drinks on Wednesdays on top of Prime Time food prices. The deal varies by location, so ask your server what is running.
How does Longhorn compare to Texas Roadhouse at happy hour?
Longhorn drink specials run 4–7 PM with $5 cocktails and $3 drafts. Texas Roadhouse leans on $3 beers, $5 margaritas, and an Early Dine deal. Both keep appetizers in the $3–$5 range.
Does Longhorn offer a birthday reward?
eClub members get a birthday-month reward, usually a complimentary dessert or a discount. Save your birth date in your eClub profile before your birthday month.
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