One of my favorite things in life is HAPPY HOUR!!! If you love HAPPY HOUR like me, especially quality and cheap happy hour – please read on.  The Independence Tavern is located in downtown Santa Monica on the corner of 2nd St. and Broadway just a block away from the ocean.  The restaurant has a super chill vibe during the day and has an early happy hour from 3-6 pm.  If you’re wanting to feel happy earlier, this spot is perfect.  I would definitely recommend sitting by the windows to keep an eye out on the street action since cocktails and people watching perfectly goes hand in hand.   Their…