Top pick15.0(1)$$1938 Indochine
Southeast Asian delicacies served in a sophisticated eatery featuring a bar & outdoor seating.
Ala Moana isn't just Hawaii's shopping mecca — once the sun sets, the neighborhood turns into one of Honolulu's most convenient spots for a drink. I pulled together 17 bars, lounges, and nightlife-friendly restaurants in and around Ala Moana, leading with my verified picks and rounding out the list with the area's best-rated spots.

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At the top of my list is The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood, an my pick for high-rise cocktails and sunset views over the city — it carries the NateEatsHawaii badge on this page. Beyond my recommendation, you'll find spots known for very different vibes: 1938 Indochine pairs Southeast Asian delicacies with a stylish bar and outdoor seating, while Moku Kitchen is popular for locally sourced modern American fare, craft cocktails, and live music.
Every spot I recommend is marked with a "Verified visit" tag, so you can tell first-hand picks from reputation-based entries at a glance. Whether you want a white-tablecloth cocktail or a casual pub night, here's where to start in Ala Moana.
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My pick is The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood, which earns the NateEatsHawaii badge for its cocktails and panoramic city views. For a livelier scene, Moku Kitchen is well known for craft cocktails and live music.
Harbor Pub & Pizza is a family-owned pub known for pizza, nachos, and a laid-back marina vibe, and San Paolo Pizzeria is a budget-friendly option for pizza before or after drinks.
Yes — this guide is refreshed regularly. It combines my verified picks with the best-rated bars and nightlife spots in Ala Moana from my catalog of roughly 1,900 Oahu restaurants.
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