I've just moved to London and I'm shocked at the prices too. Back where I'm from, you could get a pint for less than half of that. I keep track of happy hours through an app. Lots of pubs have special deals, so that's when I go out.

Hit up all the food spots in SF, the Mission District burritos are life-changing. And if you're in Portland, Voodoo Donuts is a cliche, but c'mon, you gotta. San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter has some cool bars if you wanna chill after all that driving.