Where to Go For Happy Hour Near UMD | A Student Guide

As one of the liveliest college towns in the DMV area, the University of Maryland offers students more than just great academics. It also delivers a strong lineup of food, drinks and social spots. 

For many UMD students, exploring the local restaurant and bar scene is part of the full College Park experience. And if you’re trying to have fun while sticking to a college budget, happy hour deals are one of the easiest ways to enjoy great food and drinks without overspending. 

From casual sports bars to lively patios and social food halls, there are plenty of places around College Park with student-friendly specials. Below, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite happy hour destinations that every Terp should try at least once. 

1.  The Hall CP 

Neighborhood: Central Campus

Distance from Rambler: 4-minute drive

Address: 4656 Hotel Drive

Kicking off the list is a social hub in College Park, The Hall CP. The Hall CP offers a lively atmosphere with student-friendly happy hour specials that make it perfect for groups with different tastes:

Wednesday – Friday (4–7 p.m.):

• $5 off all appetizers
• $8 Crushes with $6 refills
• $2 off drafts
• $2 off cans and bottles
• $5 green tea shots

2. Looney’s Pub 

Neighborhood: North Campus/Route 1 Corridor

Distance from Rambler:  3-minute walk

Address: 8150 Baltimore Avenue

Looney’s Pub is a well-known destination for students looking for a high-energy sports bar atmosphere. Between big screens, group seating and frequent specials, it’s a classic happy hour choice, especially on game days when the atmosphere picks up. Looney’s regular happy hour runs 2–6 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays and 2–7 p.m. on Fridays, with additional food and drink specials each day of the week:

Regular Happy Hour

Daily (2–6 p.m.):

• $4 Rails
• $4 Domestic beers
• $6 Craft beers on draft
• $7 16oz crushes
• $8.99 select appetizers
• $9 signature cocktails
• $10.99 dozen wings
• $21.99 dozen wings and domestic pitcher

Weekday Specials

For specific day-of-the-week specials, check out Looney’s from 6p.m. to close. 

Monday: $8 Casamigos, $5 Broken Heels Draft

Tuesday: $2.50 Rails, $3 Surfsides

Wednesday: $8.99 select appetizers, Half priced wine bottles, $8 Bacardi bombs, $12 Miller and Yuengling pitchers

Thursday: $5 craft beer, $5 Jameson, $6 Orange Crush Buckets, $9 cheesesteaks with fries

Weekend Power Hours 

Be sure to time your weekend Power Hour for the deals you want!

Friday:

• 3–4 p.m.: $6 Crush Buckets
• 4–5 p.m.: $5 all bombs
• 5–6 p.m.: $4 any 16oz Crush
• 6–7 p.m.: $3 Miller bottles
• 7p.m. to close: $3.50 Miller Bottles, $8 Tito’s, $10 Orange Crush Buckets

Saturday:

• 11–3 p.m.: $20 bottomless mimosas
• 3p.m. to close: $8 818 Tequila
• 8p.m. to close: $4 Nutrls, $5 Red Bull Vodka, $5 Jager Bombs, $6 Green Tea Shots

Sunday: 

• 11–3 p.m.: $20 bottomless mimosa pitchers
• $11 any flavor crush buckets all day
• 6p.m. to close: $3 Coors Banquet Bottles, $4 Bombs, $5 Rumple, $15 Spiked ade buckets 

3. Cornerstone Grill & Loft

Neighborhood: Old Town 

Distance from Rambler: 7-minute drive

Address: 7325 Baltimore Avenue 

A long-standing favorite among UMD students, Cornerstone blends casual dining with a social bar vibe. Its central location makes it an easy meetup spot between classes and evening plans, making it the kind of place you’ll likely visit multiple times throughout the semester. Cornerstone is a student staple, so be sure to take advantage of their happy hour specials with your friends.

Monday – Friday (4–7 p.m.): 

• $20 Surfside Buckets
• $15 Michelob Ultra Buckets
• $5 Deep Eddy Vodka Drinks
• $20 818 Tequila Pitchers
• $8 select appetizers (nachos, smash sliders, cheese quesadillas, mozzarella sticks, pretzel bites, gouda bites and wings)

4.  GrillMarx Steakhouse & Raw Bar

Neighborhood: Central Campus

Distance from Rambler: 8-minute walk

Address: 7777 Baltimore Avenue

If you’re looking for a slightly more upscale happy hour experience, GrillMarx offers a polished setting that’s still approachable for students. It’s a great choice when family is visiting or when you want a more relaxed, sit-down experience. Whether you’re with friends or your family, GrillMarx has specials for you to enjoy:

Monday – Friday (3–6 p.m.):

• $2 off select signature cocktails
• $8 Beach rose
• $9 Chandon spritz
• $8 Pinot Grigio
• $8 Cabernet Sauvignon 
• $8 Helix vodka single mixer
• $8 Aviation gin single mixer
• $10 Woodinville old fashioned
• $5 Draft beers
• $4 domestic beers
• $7 seasonal mule
• $13 Francho French Fry Nachos
• $12 Bacon Jam Hot Dog
• $12 sliders
• $12 shrimp tacos
• $8 loaded mac & cheese
• $17 grilled wings

5.  Terrapin’s Turf 

Neighborhood: Downtown College Park

Distance from Rambler:  4-minute drive

Address: 4410 Knox Road

Known as a staple of the College Park scene, Terrapin’s Turf has been a favorite gathering spot for Terps for years. Its laid-back atmosphere makes it ideal for casual hangouts with friends and student-friendly happy hour deals. Enjoy daily specials catered to your vibe:

Taco Tuesday: 

• 4–8 p.m.: $9 street taco trio, $5 specialty margaritas
• 9p.m. to close: $5 Red Bull Vodka, $4 Green Tea Shooter

Wednesday: 

• 4p.m. to close: Discounted burgers, bourbon & beer towers

Thursday: $5 Long Island Iced Tea

Fishbowl Friday: 

• 2–8 p.m.: $6 appetizers, discounted fishbowls

Saturday:

• Bottomless brunch (until 4pm)
• 4–8 p.m.: $1-3 sliders: options of beef, chicken and crab

Sunday:

• 11–4 p.m.: Bottomless brunch

6.  The Greene Turtle

Neighborhood: Downtown College Park

Distance from Rambler: 4-minute drive

Address: 7356 Baltimore Avenue

The Greene Turtle blends sports bar energy with a full menu of comfort food favorites, making it a reliable group-friendly option. It’s a solid pick for both weekday outings and weekend meetups. 

Monday – Friday (3–6 p.m.):

• $3 shots
• $3 Tall Drafts
• $4 hard seltzers
• $5 signature cocktails 
• $5 Wine 
• $7 appetizers
• $15 beer buckets
• $25 sun cruiser tea lemonade buckets
• $15.99 Turtle trio: 3 shareables and 3 sauces

7. RJ Bentley’s Restaurant & Pub

Neighborhood: Old Town

Distance from Rambler: 7-minute drive

Address: 7323 Baltimore Avenue

RJ Bentley’s is practically a rite of passage for UMD students. Known for its social atmosphere, it’s a go-to for celebrations, game days and casual nights out. You’ll almost always run into classmates here, especially on busy evenings.

Happy hour at RJ Bentley’s runs Tuesdays through Saturdays from 4–7 p.m. offering 20% off drinks, and food specials on select days.

8. Dog Haus Biergarten College Park

Neighborhood: Old Town

Distance from Rambler: 5-minute drive

Address: 7401 Baltimore Ave

Dog Haus Biergarten combines gourmet hot dogs, burgers and craft beer in a lively yet casual setting. Enjoy their student happy hour deals Monday through Friday 3–6 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 10p.m. to midnight.

• $1 off sliders
• $2 off draft beer and wine 
• $2 off southwestern tots
• $2 off BLT tots
• $3 off Haus cocktails
• $3 off wings
• $4 off chopped cheese sliders

We hope this list of some of our favorite happy hour spots helps you explore everything College Park has to offer. Whether you’re meeting friends after class or planning a weekend outing, there’s no shortage of great deals nearby. If there’s anything else the Rambler team can help you with, feel free to contact our leasing office!