🍸Bars & Nightlife·Honolulu

Best Bars & Nightlife in Honolulu

Honolulu after dark runs the full range — beachfront mai tais, dive-bar happy hours, rooftop cocktails, and craft beer taprooms. With 144 qualifying bars and nightlife spots in our catalog, we pulled together a curated guide that leads with our editors' verified picks (marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge), followed by the area's best-rated spots.

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2 visitor-rated8 Nate-recommendedUpdated August 2026

18 Fat Fat 8 Bar & Grille

2Duke's Waikiki

3The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood

4Off The Wall Craft Beer & Wine

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8 Fat Fat 8 Bar & Grille

Makiki·Chinese

Best local dive bar near Ala Moana: $1-off happy hour daily, karaoke, pool, darts, and the famous deep-fried Fat Fat special chicken. Free on-site parking.

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Duke's Waikiki

Waikiki·Hawaiian

Iconic beachfront restaurant at the Outrigger with live music every night, the famous Barefoot Bar on the sand, Taco Tuesday, Thursday Prime Rib Night, and Hula Pie. Named after Duke Kahanamoku. A Waikiki staple since 1999.

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The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood

Ala Moana·Seafood Restaurant

The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood is a fine dining steakhouse in Ala Moana. Known for prime cuts, fresh seafood, and panoramic 36th-floor views. Open daily 4:30PM–10PM. Price range: $$$$.

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Off The Wall Craft Beer & Wine

Kakaʻako·Brunch Restaurant

Craft beer and wine bar in Kakaako with excellent brunch options. Known for creative dishes and a great selection of local brews.

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PITCH SPORTS BAR

Kakaʻako·Sushi Restaurant

Chill, compact hangout with seasonal grub & happy hours, plus outdoor seating & live sports viewing.

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Secret Spot Honolulu

Waikiki·Bar

Hidden gem serving creative local-style dishes. Popular with locals for generous portions and unique flavor combinations.

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Heavenly Island Lifestyle

Waikiki·Breakfast Restaurant

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SKY Waikiki Raw & Bar

Waikiki·Seafood Restaurant

SKY WAIKIKI Raw & Bar offers an elevated guest experience with a unique combination of fresh seafood, refreshing champagne, handcrafted cocktails and Aloha.

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9$$

K Park Bar

Ala Moana·Bar

Verified visit

Stylish sports bar with craft cocktails, big-screen TVs, and tropical rattan decor. Connected to Ms. Nguyen Banh Mi & Rolls.

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10$$

Shingen Soba Izakaya at Stix

Waikiki·Japanese Izakaya Restaurant

Verified visit

Soba noodles are the main draw at this compact Japanese place that also serves tempura & udon.

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11$$$

100 Sails Restaurant & Bar

Buffet Restaurant

New American & Pacific Rim fare, plus an upscale buffet including tempura & crab legs.

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12$$

1938 Indochine

Cocktail Bar

Southeast Asian delicacies served in a sophisticated eatery featuring a bar & outdoor seating.

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13$$$

3660 On the Rise

Kaimuki·Asian Fusion Restaurant

Chic, but comfortable restaurant serving innovative European-Asian fusion cuisine.

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14$$$$

ADEZ Steakhouse & Lounge

Kapahulu·Restaurant

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15$$

ALOH Health Bar & Cafe

Waikiki·Cafe

ALOH Health Bar & Cafe brings cafe to Waikiki at a mid-range price point. Lively atmosphere perfect for groups and celebrations.

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16$$

Aloha Beer Company

Kakaʻako·Bar

Chill hangout at a brewery showcasing its original beers, craft cocktails & unique pub fare.

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17$$

Aloha Steak House

Waikiki·Bar And Grill

Casual fine dining on steaks, seafood & Hawaiian dishes with beer, floats & tropical cocktails.

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18$$

An Di Dzo

Kakaʻako·Vietnamese Restaurant

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19$$

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar

Waikiki·Pizza Restaurant

Full-service Italian restaurant with Neapolitan pizzas, wines, and cocktails in chic digs or outdoors.

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20$

Arnold's Beach Bar

Waikiki·Bar

Comfortable Hawaiian tiki bar with tropical drinks, games, snacks & frequent live music.

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21$$

Assaggio Bistro/Kahala

Italian Restaurant

Romantic chain restaurant featuring classic Italian cuisine, tableside Caesar salad & cocktails.

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22$$

Auntie Pasto's Restaurant

Italian Restaurant

Family-friendly restaurant serving Italian-American fare in a comfortable setting.

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23$$

Bar 35

Chinatown·Bar

Bar is a go-to for craft beers, cocktails, pizzas & a brick-walled loungey space with DJs & a patio.

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24$$$

Beachhouse at the Moana

Waikiki·Restaurant

Upscale surf 'n' turf restaurant at Moana Surfrider offering ocean views with veranda seating.

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25$$

bEASTside Kitchen

Bar And Grill

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26$$

Bevy

Kakaʻako·Bar

Artsy, industrial-chic locale featuring inventive, handcrafted cocktails & eclectic small plates.

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27$$

Botanico Waikiki brings italian to Waikiki. Casual and welcoming atmosphere.

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30$$

Búho Cocina y Cantina

Waikiki·Mexican Restaurant

Roomy, modern rooftop restaurant & open-air bar featuring locally sourced Mexican eats & cocktails.

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Our recommendations cover a lot of ground. Duke's Waikiki is our pick for the classic beachfront night out — live music every evening and the famous Barefoot Bar right on the sand. For a low-key local vibe, we recommend 8 Fat Fat 8 Bar & Grille in Makiki, a dive bar with one of the best cheap everyday happy hours near Ala Moana. And in Kakaako, Pitch Sports Bar earns our badge for its $3 happy hour sushi rolls, wall-to-wall game coverage, and dog-friendly patio.

Beyond our badge picks, this list rounds out with well-rated spots like K Park Bar, a stylish Ala Moana sports bar known for craft cocktails and tropical rattan decor. Spots our editors have personally visited are marked with a Verified visit tag, so you always know which recommendations are first-hand.

FAQ

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What's the best bar for nightlife in Honolulu?

It depends on the vibe you want. Duke's Waikiki is our editors' pick for a beachfront night with live music, while Pitch Sports Bar in Kakaako is our top recommendation for watching a game, and 8 Fat Fat 8 in Makiki is our go-to dive bar near Ala Moana.

Where can I find cheap drinks and happy hours in Honolulu?

8 Fat Fat 8 Bar & Grille in Makiki is our recommended budget spot, with $1 off beers and cocktails from 3–6pm daily plus drink specials. Pitch Sports Bar in Kakaako also offers $3 happy hour sushi rolls alongside its drink deals.

Is this list of Honolulu bars updated?

Yes. This guide is regularly refreshed based on our editors' verified visits and the latest visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii. Editor's Choice spots carry the NateEatsHawaii badge, and personally visited spots are marked with a Verified visit tag.

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Best Bars & Nightlife in Honolulu

30 bars & nightlife in Honolulu

8 Fat Fat 8 Bar & Grille

Duke's Waikiki

The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood

Off The Wall Craft Beer & Wine

PITCH SPORTS BAR

Secret Spot Honolulu

Heavenly Island Lifestyle

SKY Waikiki Raw & Bar

K Park Bar

Shingen Soba Izakaya at Stix

100 Sails Restaurant & Bar

1938 Indochine

3660 On the Rise

ADEZ Steakhouse & Lounge

ALOH Health Bar & Cafe

Aloha Beer Company

Aloha Steak House

An Di Dzo

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar

Arnold's Beach Bar

Assaggio Bistro/Kahala

Auntie Pasto's Restaurant

Bar 35

Beachhouse at the Moana

bEASTside Kitchen

Bevy

Black Shamrock Tavern

Blitz Sports Bar and Grill

Botanico Waikiki

Búho Cocina y Cantina

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