Purchased a bottle of Lilikoi Vodka a couple days ago from a stand in Costco, I'm very pleased…read more Mixed with a little ice and sprite it's an amazingly refreshing drink and delicious. This vodka is so good drinking it neat is surprisingly smooth as well. Bravo to the vodka chef!

It's always fun to try something new, even when it's so close by. After a birthday lunch at Kona…read moreBrewing in Hawaii-Kai, I thought it was the perfect time to drive a little farther and stop by Island Distillers for a free tasting and look around the facility. Island Distillers is located in Hawaii-Kai; very close to everything, yet feels so far away. It's located at the end of a cul-du-sac with free street parking and marked spots just off the road. The gate is welcoming with painted yellow slippahs to guide your way. The main building is the actual distillery; you can peek inside and see where all the work is done. They do offer tours, but you have to schedule ahead of time (this would be a great activity to plan for visitors). The next building is the store and tasting room. It's well lit with natural sky lights. The bar is along the back, here you can try all their liquors. As of this writing, they have Coconut Vodka, Hibiscus Vodka, and the only known Hawaiian spirit known as Okolehao (this was my favorite). In the coming months they will also offer different varieties of rum. The owner was very friendly and ready to talk about their products and story of the location. He had fresh bananas hanging to enjoy as well as a large selection of bottles to buy to-go and clothing items with their well designed logos. Be sure to check in on Yelp for a free shot glass! The outdoor lanai has a number of tables all shaded next to a pond, waterfall, and garden. On the hill is sugarcane. He will be serving free pizzas to compliment the alcohols; be sure to keep an eye out for updates. This is a wonderful stop for anyone that enjoys locally made goods and wants to get away from town for an hour or so.

Came here with a friend. Great place to unwind. The atmosphere is chill and we spent 2 hours…read moreenjoying wine, bread, the ambiance, and our conversation. Tony was new, but he was awesome and helped us select our wines. Noah was extremely knowledgeable; it was great talking to him about my favorite wines and what might be good to try. My favorites were the chocolate orange port, root beer, and dragonfruit. I need to go back again because I had such a nice time! I highly recommend experiencing a wine tasting here.

We had a great time here in early August. We called ahead since the tasting time reservation stops…read moretaking online reservations too close to the actual reservation time. They were very accommodating and we had the place to ourselves. The wine is delicious and different from others I've had. Typically fruit forward (fruit based wines) and sweet, but with some great options for everyone. These wines don't have preservatives so should be consumed within six months (oh darn!). I bought three bottles to take home.

I always love coming here -- Bottleheads is a tried-and-true favorite! The space is cozy, lively,…read moreand welcoming, and the wait staff are always so nice and funny. I also love that you can bring your furry friend along with you! One of the best parts about coming here is getting to try so many different wines. I love that you can mix and match instead of having to stick to just reds or whites. The food is fantastic too! The pão de queijo, grilled cheese, marlin dip, charcuterie, and hummus board are all so good. We've tried just about everything, and we'd happily order it all again. Can't wait for the next wine night!

Came here around 7pm for a nightcap and really enjoyed the vibe. Bottleheads is a small, cozy wine…read morebar with a laid back atmosphere, perfect for a chill night. Seating is limited, which adds to the intimate feel. When we arrived, only about four tables were occupied, so we were seated right away. We chose to sit outside, but indoor seating was also available. Parking was easier than expected. There is plenty of street parking out front, along with a lot behind the building. Both are metered, but when we went the meters in the back lot were out of order, so we lucked out. They offer wine by the glass with 2 oz and 6 oz pours, or you can grab a full bottle. We went with four 2 oz pours so we could try a few different options, which was a great way to mix it up without committing to one bottle. We also ordered the beet salad for $14, which was super fresh and well balanced. The light vinaigrette did not overpower anything and really let the beets, mixed greens, and feta shine. Simple, but done right. The staff mentioned they host wine tasting events on Wednesdays, which definitely sounds worth checking out next time. Overall, prices felt reasonable and the atmosphere was on point. It is a great spot for a relaxed night or casual date. The only downside is the bathroom situation. It is a shared restroom outside of the space, and when we went it was not in great condition. It was not well stocked and pretty messy. Not really the bar's fault, but something to be aware of. Would definitely come back.

We shipped 4 cases of red wine from Texas to Honolulu which was received and stored by Ambrosia…read moreWine Cellar perfectly. Excellent communication throughout and they delivered one case to our new house today right on time. They offer a great service when you need to ship or store wine from your collection.

What a fun time! Famous Danny was awesome! He made the trip…read more We went to three breweries. Hana Koa, Howzit and The village, all have great selection of beers. this trip is fun for any beer lover.

This has to be one of the best private birthday celebration by far and we're definitely going do…read morethis again! Rent the entire bike and gather the best 15 people to have the craziest and memorable time that knows how to work hard for that beer Thank you Danny (driver) for your energy and helping to make our adventure possible (amidst the rain we still had a blast) The only thing we wished that went differently was the partnership with one of the breweries that sat our party of 15 people to the side, but not once got waited on the 40-45 minutes we were there. No host came by to take orders, offer water, checked on us if we needed anything. Therefore, we don't wait around and ordered with the bar. The bartender was quick, we ordered a bunch of food and servers were quick. No complaints there! Just amazing that no one wanted to wait on a guarantee money making hungry and thirsty bunch of people that already had a reservation to their establishment. That is poor management, but hey, you still got our money! Our other stops were the best experience and we'll note to self next time chose the brewery for their customer service team

Drinks are expensive, I think that goes for all bars…read more It's pretty packed, especially first Saturdays so prepare yourself lol. The music is (sometimes) repetitive but it just depends on the DJ. Don't recommend parking or driving there unless you know a good parking spot. And never park at Ala Moana, they will tow after 1am:)

If you're looking for a real nightlife experience in Honolulu, The District Nightclub is easily one…read moreof the best spots to go out. The energy is unmatched. From the moment you walk in, it feels like you've stepped into a mainland-style club, something you don't always get in Hawai'i. The space is huge, with multiple rooms and bars, so it never feels too cramped even when it's packed. What really stands out is the music. The DJs do a great job blending hip-hop, Top 40, and dance tracks, and the vibe naturally builds as the night goes on, starting chill and turning into a full-on party by late night.

Aloha, if you see a Chambers & Chambers wine tasting with som Sky Cameron, wow, you're in for a…read moretreat! We had the privilege of Sky's tremendous knowledge at a "last Tuesday" dinner at Stage. He makes the meal pleasurable & fun! Will definitely follow Sky around town. And thanks C&C for bringing in such great wines to Hawaii.

The first time I went here it was for a girls night. We did the virtual reality underwater…read moreexperience. It was three of us. I mean, if you want something trippy then here it is. I am not a fan of virtual reality but this was honestly fun. We took our husbands with us the next time we went. We got nervous about the packs being able to fit our guys because these dudes are built like linebackers but with an extender it worked fine. We did the out of space one. You only get three clues so use them wisely. I didn't. Groupon has amazing discounts for thiS place. We pretty much use Groupon every time we go now. Pretty fun outing with friends and you get to see what you are good at. I was good at throwing the spear (you had to be there). My friend got best dressed. Weird I know but whatever.

Being the whiskey lover I am, I just had to make it a priority to visit Ko'olau Distillery while…read morevisiting O'ahu! The first time we visited the distillery was back in 2021. There wasn't much of anything other than the single rickhouse area, so when we went back in 2025 it was nice to see how much they had expanded. A nice, full tasting bar, plenty of seating area (outdoor and indoor), and an expanded rickhouse. The employees are friendly and give great recommendations. Definitely loved seeing how much they've grown in the 4 years since we visited. They had more expressions to try this time around, which was great because I got to do a flight of their releases. My wife got a cocktail which she enjoyed. This place is definitely a good vibe for any whiskey lover visiting O'ahu!

Smooth Summer Jam 08/28 great performances by local music artists, pleasant atmosphere and…read morecocktails to enjoy the evening event. Mahalo Nui to the entire Staff

We were from a different Elks Lodge and we made a reservation and then spent over 1/2 an hour…read moregetting in. We had our ELKS CARD (current) electronically on our phone and had matching picture ID and the lady at the desk was just bound and determined not to let us in!!! She was finally told by another employee to let us in!! Once seated we had a FANTASTIC meal and our server was wonderful! The food came out very fast and was spectacular. Our waitress, who used to live in Seattle was above and beyond.

Insane! This is the most beautiful Elks Lodge I have ever seen, I mean the restaurant is right on…read morethe water! Customer service was excellent. Live music. Dishes & cocktails (try their Ube ones!) were nice. They served lots of Hawaiian dishes like Loco Moco & seafood & steak options. Thank you for the birthday dessert! Loco Moco: Delicious & filling. Scallops: Daily special. Flavorful. Clam Chowder: Yum!

I also added additional pictures here in cities and countries that Yelp is not in yet from this…read morecruise itinerary. Quality/Quantity - Princess Cruise, in my opinion, is a medium priced carrier. We have been lucky with some good values this year, 2023. We have logged a hundred days at sea just this year with just this brand. But you would already know that if you are following. Food is good, you can have even better food if you are willing to pay extra. Ports are good, for the most part. See all reviews for the best ports and the just okay ports. Entertainment is just okay; we feel their competitors do a better job. Even some of their parent and "sister" companies do a better job. Activities have been good with the exception of one ship. But it was not the ship or rather it was the culture of the "captain" probably cutting costs? This one ship gave out point tickets rather than actual prizes. We participate in most everything, otherwise we can get very bored. And the more sea days we have, the longer the cruise can feel. But you know you are getting older when you actually start enjoying sea days, LOL. Atmosphere - Depends where you travel to, see all my previous Yelps. We take exceptionally long cruises, so typically very few kids are on board. Service - Our experience is that longer cruises have better service and smaller ships have better service. Due to our status, we were invited to the Captain's Happy Hour (discounted drinks if you do not have the package) daily. And also, to the Captain's Party (with free drinks). Price - Again, a medium priced brand. It also depends on where you go, if you have been before ($$ shore excursions), etc. And most importantly, how much you drink and if you have the drink package or NOT. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1965 and for being the second largest cruise line (by revenue). 15 ships. 1974 - Princess was a subsidiary of P&O (Carnival currently owns them also). 1980's - Gained popularity because of the show "Love Boat," if you know the show, you are of the same generation as me, LOL. 2003 - Parent company is now Carnival.

I have been cruising for 20 years the worst cruise I have ever dealt with Princess does not know…read morehow to take care of his customers. They don't know how to give you the proper information to great service even though my service dog has been on world cruises than most people, but the Norwegian ever screwed up like this to you to go with Norwegian stay away from Princess A little update on everything that PrincessCruises had done wrong they won't even let me off the cruise ship. I'm an American citizen and why I used to live in Hawaii. They actually have Hawaiian ID card but they're saying I can't get out the ship because they made a mistake and they haven't been able to fix it as they say don't deal with PrincessCruises Norwegian will treat you better and all the other two ships it feels like I'm on a carnival cruise actually