50 Best Bars in Honolulu

“I highly recommend coming here - especially when Laura is working!! She is such a baddie💪 Highly attentive, VERY knowledgeable about their craft beer, and was super helpful/accommodating with food! We were there to watch a football game, and even though my team played horribly, I still had an amazing time, because of Laura’s hospitality and service❤️“

“This place is amazing. If you’re around this area it is definitely worth the visit. The drinks are amazing(especially the lava flow) and the man who runs it is so nice and welcoming, he gives free waters with any drinks he makes. The view alone is worth the trip, right in front of the ocean with plenty of seats and music. I make it a point to come here when I’m visiting Hawaii.“

“Such a fun place. They have swing chairs at the bar. love it!!“

“From the first time you ring the bell to when you're smoking stellar cigars and sipping on amazing old fashioned cocktails...this is the SPOT! Owned by a renowned family and with hospitality to boot...if you don't come here ya being square!“

“Music and atmosphere is outstanding! Fun place to listen to good music while enjoying a beverage!“

“Amazing drinks, we go back for the pho highball and pretty much any of their cocktails. The bartenders are super friendly and helpful about questions with the menu or substitutions. The drinks are beautiful, have fun garnishes, and super creative!“

“You will meet people that love to talk and have a great time. Bring any food in .. your lunch or dinner and have some drinks. The prices are reasonable and the last dive bar left in Waikiki. Come meet new friends on your visit - Aloha“

“was there recently on my trip with the best company. (I was travelling from Australia). Loved it! Totally going back again early May 😃“

“This is hands down the best bar in Honolulu. Small but mighty thanks to the very comfortable outdoor setting and ESPECIALLY the friendly, caring and expert service from Matt and Yulia. The drinks are reasonably-priced (don't miss the 4-6 p.m. happy hour!), and they are professionally made with top-shelf liquor. And not just dog friendly, but dog welcoming - they love your dog. If you are out walking your dog, stop by for a drink while your dog relaxes in the cooling ocean breeze that runs through this place. Highly recommended!“

“Great location. Excellent food and wonderful beer / wine. Neil is fantastic. Love this place!“

“Awesome food, cold beer and friendly staff!!!“

“Loved this place! Marco and his gang are fantastic! Treated us very well. If you’re looking for a cool local place to decompress from hustle and bustle in Honolulu, this is the place! ❤️👍🏻“

“Great place to catch the football game today! Great screens, friendly staff and fun guests!!!“

“This outdoor bar is fantastic. The Mai Tai's are fantastic and not to be missed. They open at 11am and serve until 10pm. There is live music most evenings. There is walk up service at the bar or take a seat at one of the umbrella covered tables for table service. Winnie is a fantastic server and has worked there over twenty years. Find one of her tables, you won't be disappointed.“

“I find Mimosa is quite easy to make.“

“Came for drinks, stayed for the Ethiopian set menu ... $39 per person for the food, and about $70 all in with one drink each and tip. Good if you want to try something different.

The spread comes out on one big shared platter with lamb, beef, chicken, and veggies. As a Filipino, it instantly reminded me of a boodle fight ... everything piled on one large plate, everyone eating with their hands and dipping the homemade crepe like bread into the dishes. Fun, communal, and good.

Good assortment of flavors, and the drinks were solid as always. Worth a try if you're curious.“

“The food will surprise you with how well executed it is. Oyster and Opihi shooter are a must try, if they're not sold out.

The service is always attentive, prompt and socially gregarious. Thank you to the team at Remixx bar & grill for good eats and memories. Highly recommend!

P.S. bring cash for the digital jukebox 🤭
P.S.S karaoke room available 🤫“

“Me and my daughter visit here in November we went the waitress. They call her. Hennessy and Roland were so nice. The hookah was good. Good environment. I recommend if you’re ever in Hawaii this is the hookah lounge to visit. good vibes and you can also bring one bottle. I think there are trying to get their liquor license. They don’t have food right now, but you can definitely order food. Trust you will enjoy.“

“Icon scene on Waikiki Beach! Top notch service. 🌺“

“Great place close to the ocean.“

“Best appetizers and drinks I’ve had in a very long time“

“We originally came to Pint + Jigger for a special that, unfortunately, was no longer being served. However, we were pleasantly surprised by all the other great selections on the menu.

The burger was amazing—a true highlight of Hawaiʻi’s burger scene. I’m not going to call it the absolute best, but it is definitely up there with the best. If you want to know which burger currently holds my top spot, you’ll have to read my other reviews. Either way, Pint + Jigger makes a pretty damn good burger.

The salad was also a hit with my entire family. We added the blackened marlin, and it was fantastic. The fish was seasoned well and cooked perfectly. That level of quality wasn’t necessarily something we expected from a pub, but they absolutely delivered.

The drink menu also offered an excellent selection of delicious local brews—not just beer from one represented brewery, but choices from several different local producers. I love having a place where I can enjoy great food while trying a variety of fresh local beers.

Great burgers, perfectly cooked fish, a family-approved salad, and plenty of local brews—Pint + Jigger was an excellent surprise.“

“Really local spot, the bar staff is amazing. They always make sure they’re taking good care of you. The food isn’t the priority but it’s good when you order. The drinks are good and the atmosphere is very welcoming if you play your cards right. Keep in mind this is a local spot so come in humble and you might get a spot at the bar. If you do, it’ll be your new favorite spot.“

“i love the beef and chicken kebob. the koko brownie was to die for. they offer wide variety of alcoholic drinks. prices are very reasonable. parking is conveniently located at the back of the restaurant.“

“Excellent food!👍🏽 Friendly staff & loved the service!👍🏽👍🏽“

“We were invited here as a grp so we stopped in. They hv hot dogs and pop corn available in the bar. Also jerky. Cute little place, I was not there on a sunday but they have a big crowd for burgers on sundays. My friends enjoyed there professionally made Bloody Mary's. The guy whose name is guy I think was friendly and a pro behind the bar. Will definately stop in again.“

“There were several hostesses at the counter when we checked in, but unfortunately, the initial interaction did not feel very welcoming. They didn't seem particularly friendly, and while we were waiting to be seated, it appeared that one of them smirked at us. This left us feeling uncomfortable and gave us a poor first impression. For a restaurant like Ruscello, we expected a warmer, more welcoming greeting and a higher level of hospitality from the moment we arrived“

“Fried Chicken is the best“

“I enjoy this place a lot. The beer selection is fantastic. The ambience feels mellow but definitely not boring. The video games provide nostalgia. I highly recommend it.“

“Best garlic shrimp I’ve ever had! I’ve been to 15+ eateries ordering the same dish on the mainland and the Hawaiian islands. The guava fried chicken and Lilikoi Pie were epic too! �“

“It was an unexpected surprise. Not fancy, but a nice casual atmosphere to grab a quick bite to eat. Have passed it many times not realizing what we were missing. Have tried a few times in the last year but always seemed to miss when they were open. Will definitely stop in again when I am at USCGS to pick up supplies from Ability 1.“

“I recently moved to Chinatown from east Oahu and decided to check out Hanks… walking distance from my apartment!! What a gas!!! Loved the live music and huge variety of patrons. The bar tender was skilled and conversational and made this old lady who’s solo, feel welcome and comfortable!!👍🏼👍🏼“

“I felt adventurous and tried the 400 Rabbits cocktail. The taste was delicious! However, it is literally served in a thimble. The Maka 'ako mule has to be my favorite with the old fashioned martini coming in second. Of course I haven't tried ALL the drinks... The cosmo is pretty yummy too“

“I’m from out of town and I found this bar because all of the other ones were “ugh”. When I came to Club Wave, I felt so welcomed. The bartender, Makamae was great. The owner and his family are great. The atmosphere, people, and the conversations are great. When I came back, everyone remembered me by name. I used to have two favorite bars that I would go out of my way to go to. Now, I have three.“

“Quick and friendly service! They were so kind and accommodating with replacing our cocktail soju when I realized their Dubai Chocolate was made with matcha, and treated me extra special on my birthday (even on a Sunday night). My boyfriend and I love the karaoke rooms and the Ube Latte soju, and the KFC is the best!!“

“Bar 35 is a great place to go with friends to have drinks on the cheaper side, and to dance. the music selection is nice, and the bartenders are great despite how much people are there getting drinks constantly. The place can get very packed, so if you aren’t fond of such a thing, then I’d recommend going somewhere else, but it’s a great time. I’d also recommend you get an uber to the place, because there’s only paid parking and the lots are quite small. there is meters on the street though if you’re fine parking there.“

“Traffic sucks. Happy Hour is better.
* Great Happy Hour 5-7:30 daily

*** Free Karaoke. Bring a small group or coworkers. Comfy hangout

Great for parties. Call ahead. Super Friendly staff .

Bucket beers/ pupus available. Pizza +“

“Food karaoke bar with a wide range of Korean food and hard drinks. Not big on sweet or mixed drinks. The bar and crowd are very accepting and friendly. Don't buy drinks for anyone other than yourself otherwise you tab will be high as heck.“

“The people, staff, ambiance, especially the food are great, bar none. pool table, dart board league standards. If singing your thing then great karaoke system. Stop by and say hello:)“

“Hawaiian seafood restaurant“

“Owner from Golden Gate Lounge, has a strong Korean personality that I like. 🥴💕“

“Deja”s the best, been coming here for two years with the bois to get some Yardies have had multiple servers, but Deja no matter how we act. She has the best attitude and welcomes us with open arms no matter how we acted the night before. Love Deja“

“Great service and delicious food! 🩷“