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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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🍸Bars & Nightlife·Oahu
Best Bars & Nightlife on Oahu
From beachfront tiki vibes in Waikiki to no-frills dive bars in Makiki, Oahu's bar scene covers a lot of ground. I pulled together this curated guide from 194 qualifying bars and nightlife spots across the island — leading with my hand-picked recommendations, followed by the area's best-rated spots. Anywhere I have personally been carries the NateEatsHawaii badge, so you know which picks come from first-hand visits.
10 visitor-rated8 Nate-recommendedUpdated October 2026
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My picks span the whole spectrum. 8 Fat Fat 8 Bar & Grille in Makiki is my go-to for a cheap everyday happy hour near Ala Moana, with $1 off beers and cocktails from 3–6pm daily. Duke's Waikiki delivers the classic beachfront experience — live music every night at the Barefoot Bar right on the sand. And Pitch Sports Bar at SALT Kakaako is my pick for game day, with $3 happy hour sushi rolls, NFL Sunday Ticket, and a dog-friendly patio.
Beyond my badge-carrying picks, the list rounds out with spots that visitors consistently rate highly — from stylish sports bars in Ala Moana to izakayas and upscale lounges. Whether you want craft beer, cocktails with a view, or a late-night bite, there's something here for every kind of night out.
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What are the best bars on Oahu?
I recommend 8 Fat Fat 8 Bar & Grille in Makiki for a laid-back dive bar happy hour, Duke's Waikiki for beachfront live music, and Pitch Sports Bar in Kakaako for game day. All of my hand-picked spots carry the NateEatsHawaii badge on this list.
Where can I find cheap drinks and happy hour deals on Oahu?
8 Fat Fat 8 Bar & Grille in Makiki is my pick for an everyday budget happy hour, with $1 off beers and cocktails from 3–6pm plus daily drink specials. Pitch Sports Bar in Kakaako is another editor favorite with $3 happy hour sushi rolls.
Is this list of Oahu bars up to date?
Yes — this guide is curated by me and refreshed regularly. Spots I recommend are marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge, and the rest are ranked by real visitor ratings on the site.
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