This hybrid bar and grill is set in downtown Honolulu and is a favorite hang-out for the business and media communities and one of the only places in the Hawaiian Islands where you can get a pint of Guinness from the tap. While the bar roars with excitement, the restaurant serves great salads, steaks and other fare at decent prices. The food is fresh, and the service is congenial.
What started off as a utilitarian space to groove to music has now graduated to a chic nightclub with an upstairs lounge and a rooftop deck. Whether it is to let your hair down and boogie after a hard day at work or just to chill out with a couple of drinks and close buddies, head to Next Door. The air conditioned space is frequented by people in their twenties and thirties, a welcome break from the pesky teens! The New Year's Eve event held here is greatly looked forward to.
"Gyu-Kaku", i.e."Horn of the bull", brings Japan's favourite yakiniku restaurant to Hawaii. The main fare is charcoal Japanese BBQ. This place has taken yakiniku to a new level by combining state-of-the-art charcoal roaster systems with a bountiful menu. The menu is made up of meats, seafood, poultry and vegetables as well as delicious Japanese drinks and desserts. Check out the Black Pepper Shrimp and Black Pepper Calamari. Don't miss the happy hour where Kirin beer is sold for 99 cents.
Legend has it, the Mai Tai was either invented or perfected here. Fact or fiction, it doesn't really matter. This is a great place to have a drink and relax. Other creative tropical libations include Planters Punch, Navy Grog and the Royal Hawaiian Special. The bar is set in the magnificent old Royal Hawaiian Hotel. From 5:30p to 8:30p each evening, you can relax and take in the mellow Hawaiian music provided by the house band.
Set amidst scenic and idyllic surroundings, Hula's Bar & Lei Stand is a popular gay bar. Gorgeous panoramic views of Waikiki and Diamond Head are a major draw, as well as service that is warm and welcoming. Whether it's live bands or a DJ, the music here will soon have you shaking it on the dance floor. The happy hour is great as well, with $3 well drinks and $5 Mai Tai's and Bloody Marys until 9p Monday through Friday.
Most people know this bar for its friendly music and killer sunsets. Sure, it is typically filled with tourists who are staying at the Outrigger Hotel where it is located, but don't let that deter you, you're probably a tourist yourself. This is also the eponymous restaurant of the famed 'surf hero' and prodigal son, Duke Kahanamoku. The music is contemporary Hawaiian and you will always find the ukulele. The food includes fresh fish, burgers, salads, sandwiches and the breakfast buffet has some of the best made-to-order omelets in Waikiki. The atmosphere offers a great beach setting where guests will always find that ubiquitous Hawaiian friendliness, or "Pono" throughout the restaurant. Also, the adjoining bar is a fantastic place to have a drink before heading back to the beach or up to your hotel room if you're staying at the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach.
Located in the legendary Halekulani Hotel, this is a place to relax and enjoy the good life. The richly decorated lounge is old fashioned and "clubby" - dim lighting and piano entertainment add to the decadent atmosphere. Service is polished and knowledgeable, and the selection of liquors, beers and wines is excellent. Sip a cognac or a brandy and enjoy the balmy night air. While no place in Hawaii requires formal dress, this place comes close. Upscale resort-wear is requested.
From casual dinner to an evening out with friends, Uncle Bo's Pupu Bar & Grill is the place to be. Classy white tables, dim lighting and the overall decor give the place a chic look. Uncle Bo's offers a wide variety of dishes ranging from pizzas to seafood. Your visit to Hawaii is incomplete without sampling pupus (Hawaiian appetizers). Complete the sumptuous meal with equally delightful desserts. Drop in at Uncle Bo's to experience friendly service teamed up with good food.
Want to sing your heart out or dedicate a song to special someone, then Wang Chung's Karaoke Bar is the place to be. This casual and local bar has an exhaustive list of songs that range from classics to latest chartbusters. Along with good music, one can also enjoy tasty drinks and great company. Check website for details.
Enjoy the warm hospitality and tasty local cuisine at the Goofy Cafe & Dine. This local cafe is a favorite breakfast and brunch spot, and it offers a lavish spread featuring Big Island Honey Toast, Fruit Bowl, Ahi Poke Avocado Bowl, Kahuku Corn Cream Penne and so forth. As far as drinks are concerned, the choice is vast ranging from wines, beer, cocktails, smoothies to fresh juice. Check website for more details.
Honolulu Beer Works is a rustic brewpub and sprawling beer garden located close to Downtown Honolulu. This charming microbrewery uses eco-friendly brewing methods and reclaimed wood in all its furniture. It offers 12 beers on tap such as Pia Mahi’ai Honey Citrus Saison Farmers Beer with tangerine and lime flavor, the light Kewalos Cream Ale, the peppery Rye Not? Pale Ale, and the copper-colored Sheltered Bay IPA with the scent of sweet toffee. Relish Italian Hoagie or Pacific Salmon Salad Sandwich along with their specialty beers. On some nights, this brewery also hosts live music events in its vibrant beer garden.
This hybrid bar and grill is set in downtown Honolulu and is a favorite hang-out for the business and media communities and one of the only places in the Hawaiian Islands where you can get a pint of Guinness from the tap. While the bar roars with excitement, the restaurant serves great salads, steaks and other fare at decent prices. The food is fresh, and the service is congenial.