Sydney’s new saloon is kicking things off with $10 hot dogs and $11 pints of Guinness. It’s also pouring a bumper selection of wines starting at $10. Daily 5pm–6pm

The OG wine bar continues to impress with mini cocktails and “mystery wines” for $10. Feeling hungry? The snack menu flaunts an $8 sardine sando and much more. Mon to Sat 5pm–6pm.

Head to the bar at the Sheraton Grand’s fire-powered diner during aperitivo hour for $8 mini Martinis and $6 wines, G&Ts and beers. Tues to Fri, 4.30pm–6.30pm.

Book Jane’s beautiful round table for Australiano hour. The Australiano cocktail ($10) and house Martini ($14) are highlights, along with the bar’s signature ’roo tartare and lamb dumplings (both $16). Daily 4pm–6pm.

Rockpool’s RP Hour lets you experience a Sydney icon for a steal. Hit the bar for $12 cocktails and $15 wines from Rockpool’s epic cellar. Plus, a snack menu with a fancy BLT and more. Mon to Fri 4pm–6pm

The Jane team’s new Italian stallion is pouring spritzes ($12) and vermouths ($6) like they do in the Boot. Aperitivo Hour also gets you oysters ($2), arancini ($4.50), pesto pasta ($20) and more Italianate snacks. Tues to Thurs 5pm–6pm and Fri to Sat 4pm–5pm.

Only at this loving tribute to the former PM can you get $2 dim sims and $5.99 schooners. Mon to Fri 4pm to 6pm

Sydney’s fastest steakhouse is serving a very cold Martini for $16 and house drinks starting at $3. To eat, there’s a hot chip spit-roast beef butty for $17. Only at the bar. Daily 4pm–6pm

Tio’s $12 Margarita special comes in a different fruit flavour every week, so there’s always a reason to return to this top tequila bar. Pouring all night unless sold out. Tues to Sun

Make an impression at Sydney’s best date spot with $10 Negronis and spritzes, and $6 Grifter schooners. If things are going really well, take advantage of that 10 per cent discount on selected bottles of wine. Wed to Fri 4pm–6pm

Tiva’s Twilight Hour delivers a $16 fried chicken burger and a $12 Tommy’s Margarita. If you’re celebrating, get $18 glasses of Moet & Chandon or a whole bottle for $105. Wed to Fri 5pm–7pm

They had us at a half-dozen for $22. But Elvina’s aperitivo hour also includes $15 Margies, $12.50 spritzes, $10 wines and $6 tap beers to go with those bivalves. Wed to Fri 4pm–6pm

Hit the balcony or bar at this Paddo fave for a classic Marg, spritz or signature Tequila Mockingbird cocktail ($12). It’s also serving Latin-American snacks starting at $9. Tues to Fri 4.30pm–6pm

The Forry guarantees a good time every time with beer and house wine for just $7.50. Mon to Fri 4pm–6pm

Got $10? Get a mini Martini, wine of the month or a killer snack at Manly’s handsome bar and bistro. We say book for this one. Daily 4.30pm–6pm

Hit Merivale’s casual cantina for $7 tap beers, house spirits and wine. It’s also got $14 Aperol spritzes and $16 Tommy's Margaritas. ¿Por que no los dos? Mon to Fri 5pm–7pm

New York-inspired Donny’s has you covered with two for $22 cocktails and $8 house drinks. Daily 5pm–7pm

At three hours, Corretto’s spesh is longer than most. That means more time for $12 cocktails, $7 wines and that $10 pint and snack menu we love. Daily 3pm–6pm

Fancy some freebies to go with your $10 Negroni? This big-city brasserie sends out complimentary snag rolls, Wagyu sliders, S&V crisps and more during its generous happy hour. Come hungry. Mon to Fri 4pm–6pm

Grab prime position out front and watch the sunset with $12 frozen Margs, $9 house drinks and more. Rocker does food specials most nights of the week – check the website to see what’s on. Wed to Sat 4pm–6pm

Frozen cocktail slushies for $14. House drinks for $7. Throw in a plate of fish tacos and you’ve got yourself a weekday winner. Mon to Fri 5pm–6.30pm

Bopp & Tone’s breezy terrace is the spot for a $16 Tommy’s Margarita or spritz. There’s also a raft of house bevs for $8. Booking and walk-ins are welcome. Mon to Fri 3pm–6pm

The acclaimed bar’s $7 mini cocktails are absurd value when you consider who’s making them. This is how you get across Sammy’s menu without breaking the bank. Daily 4.30pm–5.30pm