1st time there. Bruce was the server and gave impeccable service. The ambiance is just right! Very…read morespacious. Good was great!!! I would come back, when I'm in the windward area.

We stopped in for a quick drink before heading to dinner. It gives off the "locals bar" vibes,…read morewhich we were looking for. It's located in the Safeway strip mall. Service was very friendly and quick. Definitely recommend for a cold beer. They do serve food as well.

Food: GREAT AND TASTY!…read more Service: very kind to everyone! Ambiance: love the atmosphere

Exactly perfect for what we were looking for. First and foremost on the list for our search, was…read morewe hoped to find a place that had televised sports (both Monday Night Football and the World Series were on--but remember, this is Hawaii--way-out in the Pacific, so live-games come on in the afternoon or even earlier). Multiple screens make it so there is not a bad seat in the house. We also hoped to find a place with more of a "neighborhood/locals" energy to chill and relax our tired dogs (feet) in...and also, if it wasn't asking too much, hoped that it would have a fun vibe. (*Check those criteria off). "Icing on the cake", for us would be if the location had decent food. (Check that one off and put an exclamation point behind it--as the nachos we had were, "Fire".) As fate would have it, a lucky break was to be had as we walked in to the very-full bar. There, before us, were two stools at the bar (*the last remaining spots in the place) and they happened to be open. Side note: The bar has a speak-easy attached to it, and one day, we are gonna try it. Going there has been mentioned a few times when we have chatted with locals and tourists regarding memorable and unique things to do. Our servers were pleasant and accommodating despite the fact that the place was "choke widd plenty-kine cust-a'mah" (local pidgin for, full of customers). It's a hard balancing act to make patrons feel welcomed, but also not leave other thirsty tables waiting for too long. The two pretty blondes working that afternoon did a fantastic job at this. My seasonal sour beer hit all the right notes, and my wife seemed to enjoy her less exotic tap beer (Blue moon with an orange slice--served ice cold). There is a ton of beers to choose from here. Lighting in the Kailua Tavern is kinda darkish (not a problem, as I like me a dark bar sometimes). The locals were very-welcoming. One guy offered his table to us when he noticed our food had arrived and our plates were a bit pinned in. Also, anyone who happened to be sitting near us immediately engaged in friendly banter about the games. One guy of Tongan decent, who was probably 6'5" and had muscles piled-on to his massive frame came over and leaned in very close to ask, "Hey DEN, Bradah, YOU MIND FOR IF I GO DANCE WICH YOU DATE?" (*That didn't happen, I thought channeling a classic moment from the bar-scene in, Animal House, would be funny...but like the Toronto Blue Jays in the late innings of last night's game, "Swing and a miss". ) The Kailua Town Tavern was the opposite of a swing and a miss for us. It was fun and a good place to "chill"; the vibe was what we had hoped for; and of special note were the steak strips on the nachos, as they were superb.

This place is great. Great Juke Box, pool, food, Karaoke and a double bonus... my Friends knew the…read moreowner who was there. I don't know her name but she answers to "Auntie" along with all the other broads at this place. One down side... No Belvedere and Auntie gave us "complimentary" stinky dried shrimp we ate it (I secretly didn't eat one ahaha) with a smile and a shot! Respect the stink shrimp and Auntie. Holla Ohana 's I'll be back!

I like Ohana's. The sound system, song selection, and general layout of the bar are better than…read moreacross the street. The bartenders here are also really awesome, but I am a regular at BABs (Bowling Alley Bar) only because I can get songs in over there on the weekends. By the time I get off of work, there are so many songs lined up, that it's usually going to be an hour wait, at the very least, and that's if you even get them in at all. Weekdays are super chill, though. The bar is pretty big, so there always seem to be big parties in here. I have seen bridal showers, wedding receptions, and -- based on the gifts of diapers, strollers, etc. stacked on the table -- what appeared to be a baby shower. True story.

You heard the word "dive" and this place doesn't disappoint. But it's a dive worth visiting with a…read moreheart of gold

Such a fun dive bar experience! All locals except us! Food was fantastic. We had the rib eye and…read morewings. We did not need sides! Bartender ran the whole front and it was a full house! She was very attentive and friendly!

The ladies are so nice in here, always checking up on us. Our party was dancing on the floor most…read moreof the night. You can play music for $1 each song. It was awesome watching the Tyson vs J Paul fight as well. Enjoyed the fried pork, French fries and Wingdings. Enjoy!

Never been inside, they are not closed.as of 10/2025 They are open from 11am to 4pm,live…read moreband,weds&Thursday 7pm to 11.30pm,I work at mall and walk by there daily,I just wanted to let people know...

We stop here every Honolulu visit! Its veteran owned and they do offer a tour (worth it) that shows…read moreyou how they make their whiskey. Staff is always friendly, and I love their ube cocktail. Whiskey is the cat (and official mascot) hes so friendly, and love seeing him as hes living the good life (much bigger than on my last trip lol!!). Super chill place! Its definitely hard to find, in a warehouse area but they have tons of signs and Google maps will take you right there. Definitely worth the drive!

Great space hidden in the back of an industrial zone (with nice landscaping FYI) this distillery…read moreoffers tours and craft cocktails with live entertainment / trivia nights plus food trucks. The night we went there were 2 musicians playing great music and taking requests. One even had a trombone! There are lounge couches, high tops and picnic style tables, some indoor, some outdoor under a tent. Nice local art on walls. We loved the craft cocktails especially the Old Fashioned. The tasting board of their different blends was great too! Taco night was some darn good home cooking ! Carlitos is a family run business and you can tell they really care about the food. We had the pork tacos and the pork was amazing! The refried beans were some of the best we ever had. This distillery is fun for couples, families, and groups of friends. There are also some games around for little kids, who were hanging in the outdoor tent. Definitely worth a visit !

Kalbi was amazing. Always get good service here. Always welcoming staff. Huge portions for the…read moreprice.

I came here with my co-workers for lunch on my last day of work, and it was such a great choice!…read moreThe food was Ono-- I ordered the kalbi beef and a spicy pork plate, and both were packed with flavor. I'm not a big fan of mac salad, so I'd probably skip that next time, but everything else was spot-on. We had so much fun during lunchtime that we decided to come back after work for a bucket of brewskis and some delicious cocktails -- including the green tea cocktail made with Jameson. It was tasty but a little on the sweet side. Overall, this is a really cool spot to hang out with friends and enjoy some great Korean food. I'd definitely come back if I'm ever in Waimanalo again!

As part of the recent Great Crawl, I finally got to try Bob's. As one of the participating venues,…read moreand right outside of a trolley stop, it was an easy decision to come in and grab a beer. It's a simple spot, looks like an old restaurant that was cleaned out with empty floor space, a bar in the middle, and a pool table. The bigger draw here is the ample outdoor seating space, with picnic tables for the attached BBQ place. It seemed like the groups here were happy. Prices are reasonable; their selection is everything you could want from a neighborhood bar. I had a green beer for St. Patrick's Day - Sierra Nevada Pale Ale made it turn kind of a greenish brown, but it was still fun. The bartenders were all happy and friendly. This is simple place; plus there's lots of other venues nearby to make your own Kailua Town crawl.

Love this place. Have only tried the brisket, brisket tacos, brisket sandwich and the lamb burger…read morewith Parmesan fries. All outstanding. I'll be back soon. Live music is awesome on Tuesdays and Wednesdays!

Love this local Bar and Grill. Great local vibes, Beautiful…read moreand very attentive bartenders! Great burgers & pub grub! Strategically placed flatscreen televisions all through the pub for viewing your favorite sports! Happy hour and plenty of seating at da bar and tables throughout for small parties of 4. Five Fabulous Stars for Service, Local vibes, Cold Beers, Great Pub Grub and Fabulous Friendly Bartenders that serve up ALOHA!

The food is DELICIOUS! I always get the burger. It's so hard not to get it because they have the…read morebest burgers but, decided to try something different and was blown away. Great job chef

The service was AMAZING!! The bartender Shane was so kind and made the best drinks for me!! WILL be…read morecoming back!!

Bowles is my "go to" place when I get a hanker'n for some flavorful and filling Mexican food. They…read moreknow how to put together a damn good burrito. Although I've eaten here quite a few times and tried a lot of their menu options, my personal favorite is the Green Pork Burrito. ( I can also recommend their burrito bowls, and if you are in the mood for a deconstructed burrito, it's a good option. The quesadillas and enchiladas here are also gonna satisfy. The food at Bowles is prepared, "Chef's Counter" style, where customers call out what they want as the food is sent down a short assembly line. I have always enjoyed watching food being prepared, and have marveled when I recognize someone who's skills have developed to the mastery level after doing something over and over for a bazillion times. It was slightly-fascinating (and kinda fun) to watch the chef perform the complicated movements that have become second nature. Tortillas were flipped and folded, ingredients were ladled precisely, and side-accompaniments are sprinkled on with the grace of a seasoned street magician. Speaking of, "seasoning"... the food here is seasoned very well. As one enters, the nostrils fill with a rich aromatic blend of spices like earthy cumin and smoky chipotle. Hints of garlic, and onions, citrusy cilantro, roasted chiles, and simmering beans, envelope visitors as soon as they enter. There is a vibe that the management respects and cares for it's customers, and takes pride in offering quality food. I don't know the origin story of the restaurant, I imagine the owner, at some point in his life, had some really amazing Mexican food in an amazing setting, and then decided that he wanted to share that experience with others. That brings us to the ambiance of Bowles... In addition to serving really good food, every time that I have come here, I have enjoyed the energy that the place gives off. Patrons and employees always seem to be having a relaxed, good time (well, the workers can't really relax, but they seem happy). People greet each other with bro-hugs, fist-bumps, and sincere friendly smiles. In addition to a small, welcoming bar that is attached to the restaurant, large screen televisions are strategically placed through out (to show football, basketball, or surf tournaments). The decor has an understated beach / surfer vibe and the seating is comfortable. I was by myself, last night, but every time I bring family and friends here, both the food and the atmosphere are a hit. There's a country singer named, Toby Keith, who wrote a song about a bar titled, "I love this bar" (Google it and listen to the song, it's a good song, but it also kinda-perfectly describes the vibe that this place has given off when I've been here.) My original plan was to get my order to go eat it at home, but when I noticed the place was filled with people having a good time, I decided to order a margarita and bask in the glow of people being comfortable and having fun. Mmmm...mmmm....mmmm...mm....mmm I love this burrito bar. (*You have to know the song to get this reference) .