C Level Lounge Happy Hour Times & Specials
VANESSA A.
UPDATED
November 27, 2025
Happy hour highlights:
C Level Lounge offers happy hour specials Monday-Friday from 3:30pm-5:30pm.
Enjoy deals on food like chicken potstickers and coconut shrimp, as well as drinks, from cocktails to wines and beers.
Happy hour at C Level Lounge is served throughout the entire restaurant.
C Level Lounge
Settle into golden-hour perfection at C Level Lounge, where happy hour pairs postcard-worthy bay views with coastal flavors crafted by Chef Deborah Scott. From Monday-Friday, 3:30pm-5:30pm, guests can unwind anywhere in the restaurant—patio, bar, or dining room—with $11 favorites like chicken potstickers, coconut shrimp, calamari, and the beloved pepita-crusted brie, alongside discounted wines, cocktails, wells, and local craft beers. Perched on stilts above San Diego Bay, the open-air deck frames sweeping skyline and Coronado Bridge vistas, enhanced by canopy shades, fire features, and a soft ocean breeze that make every sip and bite feel like a seaside escape. Whether you’re meeting friends, catching sunset before a Padres game, or relaxing after a long day, happy hour at C Level Lounge blends stunning scenery, approachable luxury, and chef-driven coastal dining into one unforgettable waterfront retreat.
C Level Lounge happy hour times
Day | Times |
Monday | 3:30pm-5:30pm |
Tuesday | 3:30pm-5:30pm |
Wednesday | 3:30pm-5:30pm |
Thursday | 3:30pm-5:30pm |
Friday | 3:30pm-5:30pm |
Saturday | N/A |
Sunday | N/A |
Last updated: 11/19/25 (Source)
C Level Lounge happy hour menu
C Level Lounge offers happy hour food and drink specials Monday-Friday from 3:30pm-5:30pm. View the menus below for more information.
Happy hour food menu
Day | Specials |
Monday | $11 chicken potstickers / $11 crispy calamari / $11 coconut shrimp / $11 chef Deborah's pepita & sesame crusted brie / $11 steamed mussels / $11 c-Level Caesar salad |
Tuesday | $11 chicken potstickers / $11 crispy calamari / $11 coconut shrimp / $11 chef Deborah's pepita & sesame crusted brie / $11 steamed mussels / $11 c-Level Caesar salad |
Wednesday | $11 chicken potstickers / $11 crispy calamari / $11 coconut shrimp / $11 chef Deborah's pepita & sesame crusted brie / $11 steamed mussels / $11 c-Level Caesar salad |
Thursday | $11 chicken potstickers / $11 crispy calamari / $11 coconut shrimp / $11 chef Deborah's pepita & sesame crusted brie / $11 steamed mussels / $11 c-Level Caesar salad |
Friday | $11 chicken potstickers / $11 crispy calamari / $11 coconut shrimp / $11 chef Deborah's pepita & sesame crusted brie / $11 steamed mussels / $11 c-Level Caesar salad |
Saturday | N/A |
Sunday | N/A |
Happy hour drink menu
Day | Specials |
Monday | $11 select libations / $9 well spirits / $8 select wines / $5-$7 select local craft beer cans / $6 zero proof beers / $8 zero proof wines / $9 zero proof cocktails |
Tuesday | $11 select libations / $9 well spirits / $8 select wines / $5-$7 select local craft beer cans / $6 zero proof beers / $8 zero proof wines / $9 zero proof cocktails |
Wednesday | $11 select libations / $9 well spirits / $8 select wines / $5-$7 select local craft beer cans / $6 zero proof beers / $8 zero proof wines / $9 zero proof cocktails |
Thursday | $11 select libations / $9 well spirits / $8 select wines / $5-$7 select local craft beer cans / $6 zero proof beers / $8 zero proof wines / $9 zero proof cocktails |
Friday | $11 select libations / $9 well spirits / $8 select wines / $5-$7 select local craft beer cans / $6 zero proof beers / $8 zero proof wines / $9 zero proof cocktails |
Saturday | N/A |
Sunday | N/A |
C Level Lounge happy hour tips
Aim for weekday happy hour from 3:30pm-5:30pm: arriving right at 3:30pm gets you patio seating before the harbor-view rush hits, especially on sunny days.
Mussels, coconut shrimp, and potstickers are the MVP trio: everyone raves about these happy hour staples—mussels are one of the most-ordered dishes, with brie and calamari close behind.
Snag an outdoor table for full skyline payoff: the deck delivers postcard views of downtown, sunsets, and boats drifting right past your table.
Go early in the fall and winter for the best sunsets: happy hour perfectly aligns with golden hour, and the changing light over the skyline is one of the main reasons diners keep returning.
Valet starts at 4:00pm, so park before if you want to skip the fee: there's free public parking in part of the lot before valet takes over, which makes early happy hour arrivals extra convenient.
It’s a perfect pre-game for airport runs or Padres games: locals and visitors alike love using happy hour here as a warm-up stop thanks to its quick bites, strong cocktails, and close proximity to Lindbergh Field.
FAQs
Is there a full bar?
Yes, C Level Lounge has a full bar that offers a variety of cocktails and wine.
Is there a dress code?
Yes, the dress code at C Level Lounge is business casual.
Is a reservation required?
No, reservations are not required at C Level Lounge; however, they are highly encouraged. You can book a table online.
C Level Lounge Happy Hourista review
VANESSA A.
CONTRIBUTOR
Happy hour at C Level Lounge feels like a quiet exhale over San Diego Bay. Set on the edge of Harbor Island, the restaurant rests on stilts above the water, giving every table a view of the skyline and Coronado Bridge that shifts beautifully as the light changes. The patio is shaded and breezy, with fire features and soft coastal colors that create a relaxed but refined mood. The menu is shaped by Chef Deborah Scott’s California coastal sensibility, and the happy hour offerings capture that spirit. The mussels are praised for their depth of flavor, the crisp calamari, and the coconut shrimp, each served in portions generous enough to share. The baked brie, warm and fragrant with pepita and sesame crust, is a consistent favorite. Drinks are equally thoughtful. The Isla Margarita blends guava, coconut, and reposado tequila with an elegant tropical finish, while the Cabrillo Cooler layers pineapple rum and mint into something light and coastal. Well spirits, select wines, and local craft beers round out a list that feels approachable but polished. Service is warm and unhurried, with kind servers and attentive bartenders elevating every visit. Combined with the serene setting, C Level Lounge turns happy hour into a gentle pause in the day. It is the sort of experience where guests linger long after the last sip, watching the city glow across the water.
