If you prefer to kick it old-school with a classic cocktail and a fine stogie…
Trio Grill
Neighborhood: Merrifield
The scene: A sophisticated hideaway with live piano music on Fridays from 5-9 p.m.
Happy hour: Sunday-Friday, 4-7 p.m.
Specials: $5 draft beers, $7 well drinks, $7 wines by the glass, $8 featured cocktails, $7 appetizers and discounted oysters ($9 per half dozen or $18 per dozen).
Those seeking a Rat Pack-style happy hour experience may be surprised to find it off of Lee Highway in Falls Church. Trio Grill (brought to you by the owners of Circa) hits that sweet spot between restaurant, bar and cigar lounge, offering happy hour specials six days a week. Treat yourself to a dozen oysters and a cocktail like the Bees Knees, which features Aviation gin, lemon, honey syrup and orange bitters. Then pop into the cigar lounge, where you can choose from more than 10 different cigars and list of nightcaps. There’s patio seating, too.