5 Reasons AppyHour® Delivers the Best Marketing Results for Bars & Restaurants

Looking for smarter ways to promote your happy hours, food specials, and weekly events? You’re not alone. Bars and restaurants are constantly searching for ways to connect with local consumers who are ready to spend—but the real challenge is visibility.

AppyHour® helps you reach high-intent, nearby users who are actively searching for where to go and what to drink. Here’s how our platform gives your business a competitive edge and drives real, measurable results.

1. Tap Into High-Intent Mobile Clicks

Did you know that 53% of paid clicks are made through mobile devices?

More than 53% of all paid clicks come from mobile devices, and AppyHour is built mobile-first. Our platform puts your promotions in front of people who are already looking for food and drink deals nearby, helping you stand out at the moment of decision.

Your business can be featured in:

  • App ads that surface when users browse the feed

  • Blog content highlighting your specials

  • Geotargeted social stories and posts that drive direct clicks

This results in more visibility—and more customers walking through your doors.

2. Maximize ROI with Local Paid Advertising

Paid advertising returns $2 for every $1 spent which is a 200% return on investment.

Here’s a stat worth knowing: For every $1 spent on paid ads, businesses earn an average of $2 in return. But with AppyHour, you get more than just ROI—you get reach with less competition.

When you advertise on AppyHour:

  • You tap into a niche, highly engaged audience

  • You avoid the clutter of big ad platforms

  • You boost brand awareness by up to 80% with targeted impressions

Instead of getting buried in Google Ads or overpaying for Facebook reach, AppyHour puts your bar or restaurant front and center with local drink-seekers and diners.

3. Level Up Your Instagram Game (Without Hiring an Influencer)

Consumers aged 18–34 make up the largest Instagram demographic—and they’re your prime audience. AppyHour helps you reach this group by sharing your content across our Instagram, stories, and reels.

We amplify:

  • Food and drink specials

  • Events like trivia nights, tap takeovers, and live music

  • Happy hour deals worth shouting about

You get exposure to AppyHour’s growing audience and save money compared to traditional influencer marketing. Plus, we tag your location and drive followers to your account—win-win.

4. Drive Lead Generation with Authentic Engagement

Growing your social following and generating leads doesn’t happen by accident. AppyHour helps build awareness and loyalty through:

  • Shared content across social media and blog features

  • Co-branded giveaways and partnerships

  • Increased exposure for time-sensitive promotions

More eyes on your deals = more foot traffic = more long-term customers.

5. Turn Promotions Into Actual Sales

We get it—likes and views are nice, but sales are the goal. AppyHour helps convert attention into action by distributing your best offers across multiple high-impact channels:

  • In-app featured deals

  • Push notifications to nearby users

  • Social content and blog inclusion

  • Limited-time cross-promotional campaigns

From slow Tuesdays to event-packed weekends, AppyHour turns promotions into packed tables.

Bonus: Real-Time Deal Notifications with the “Exclusive Deals Creator”

Want to instantly reach thousands of local consumers? AppyHour’s premium “Exclusive Deals Creator” lets you:

  • Pin time-sensitive specials to the top of the app

  • Push notify nearby users in real time

  • Schedule promotions in advance for big events or seasonal offers

This tool is perfect for flash deals, drink rollouts, or last-minute boosts in traffic.

 Final Pour

If you’re serious about boosting your bar or restaurant’s marketing results, it’s time to tap into a platform designed for your industry. AppyHour delivers real-time visibility, mobile engagement, and hyperlocal reach—all without the bloated costs of traditional ads or influencer campaigns.

Ready to grow your business with smarter bar and restaurant promotions?

Get started with AppyHour® for Business today.