There’s always something new to explore on the Phoenix dining scene, and what better way for gastronomists to sample the wares of a new spot than by scoping out some discounted bites at happy hour? We’ve scoured countless menus for five of the most robust, most exciting happy hour menus in the city, ones that exceed expectations and offer up truly worthwhile discounts.

Kaizen PHX 

This Warehouse District gem goes above and beyond the traditional fare you’ll find at most neighborhood sushi joints, incorporating global influences into flavor-packed options like ceviche, aguachile, and pulpo asado. Those looking to keep things a bit more straightforward will be rewarded with Kaizen’s well-balanced, no-nonsense maki, sashimi, and nigiri. In what has to be one of the best Happy Hour deals in town, the entire menu is half off Tuesdays through Saturdays from 4-6pm, an unbeatable deal considering the quality of food here. kaizenphx.com // @kaizenphx

The Arrogant Butcher

The swanky but down-to-earth atmosphere and accessible approach to new American cuisine at this Downtown steakhouse makes it a local favorite, catering to everyone from Power Lunchers, to those hoping to decompress after work with low-key bar snacks and a cocktail, to foodies looking for a memorable dining experience. Their Happy Hour menu will have you planning a chance to sneak out of work early, for discounted bar bites like a shrimp & seabass ceviche, smoked carnitas nachos, and fresh oysters, plus $5 local pints, $7 classic craft cocktails, and $6 glasses of wine. thearrogantbutcher.com // @TheArrogantButcher

Match Market & Bar

Celebrating “local produce, artisan meats, and handcrafted cocktails,” there’s something for everyone to love at Match Market & Bar. Located within the hip FOUND:RE hotel Match serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch on the weekends, and also features a coffee shop and gelato bar. Their Happy Hour menu, offered Mondays through Fridays from 3-6pm includes affordable snacks like Tinga tacos, mac and cheese bites, and a Margherita pizza, plus $6 well drinks, house wine, and draft beers and a $5 “mystery beer” for frugal drinkers looking for a bit of a gamble. matchphx.com // @matchphx

The Kettle Black

Downtown Gastropub The Kettle Black has a warm, inviting atmosphere and a straightforward but thoughtful menu of elevated Irish pub cuisine, like corned beef and cabbage, bangers and mash, and Guinness braised beef short ribs. Their small but mighty happy hour menu offers a trio of hearty bar bites:  $10 crispy cod sliders, $10 Philly cheese steak fries, and $7 Bavarian pretzels, plus $1 discounts on all draft beer, as well as $5.50 well drinks, $5 house wines, and $6 Tullamore Dew shots. thekettleblackpub.com

Mancuso’s Restaurant

It’s no surprise this upscale Italian/Steakhouse concept has a legion of devoted fans: Mancuso’s Restaurant is the latest concept from the Mancuso family, whose various dining concepts have helped define the Phoenix food scene over the last 50 years. Between 4 and 6pm on Sundays through Thursdays, you can enjoy a slew of great Happy Hour deals, including discounted small plates like burrata, seared ahi tuna bites, and butternut squash ravioli, and $9 cocktails, $6 well drinks, and deep discounts on bottles of beer and wine glasses. mancusosrestaurant.com