LoL!!!! All I have to say about that. People watching, strong drinks, good time…read more The morning will require COFFEE

I was looking forward to this place. As I wanted something, more Hawai'i authentic…read more. Typical little alley type dive bar . Wasn't worth the hype Waitress was super nice

If you're cool the locals make you feel right at home. 10/10 recommend! It's nice coming here…read morebecause it's social and not fking weird lol. I love it. I'll be going back

Honolulu Tavern is a classic old-school Waikiki dive bar. It's frequented mostly by locals and…read moreoffers much more reasonable drink prices than most spots in the area. The place isn't fancy -- just a couple of fans trying to move the air -- but it has a relaxed, no-frills vibe that's refreshing after walking around Waikiki. Good spot if you're looking for affordable drinks and a laid-back local atmosphere rather than a polished tourist bar. Imee, is my favorite bartender. She'll take great care of you and keep you laughing!

A year late writing this review oops but had to come back to it because this bar was hands down one…read moreof my favorite memories from my Honolulu trip in Nov 2023! My friend and I had actually meant to go to The Dragon Upstairs which is the bar upstairs (yeah we missed that in the name... LOL) but we walked into Hanks instead. This place is THE definition of a local dive bar. There was a lovely entertainer singing some hilarious songs on the guitar, the most random, interesting, and hilarious group of locals seated at the bar, someone's dog sleeping in the corner, and of course a fantastic hot bartender that keeps you there and keeps everyone drinking!! We met so many interesting people that night and had a blast. Stayed there way longer than expected and definitely stayed through many more rounds of drinks than expected. But in true dive bar fashion, it didn't break our bank which we loved!! Accidentally stumbling upon Hanks was the best mistake we could have ever made and I can't wait to go back if I'm in Honolulu again! Truly a gem!

Would not return…read more During a recent visit, a bartender named Eli made a comment to me that was sexual in nature and made me extremely uncomfortable -- not the kind of interaction I expect from staff at any establishment. After that exchange, I noticed the service toward my group became noticeably colder for the rest of the night. We also had repeated issues getting correct change back on cash transactions at the bar. I raised both concerns with management afterward and received no response or acknowledgment. I've been there several times over the past year, and this experience was enough to end that. I can't speak to whether this is a pattern, but it's not an experience I'm willing to risk again, and I'd encourage other patrons -- especially women -- to be cautious. For a better night out, Dragon upstairs has better drinks, better prices, and a staff that treats customers well.

Great, dive bar free popcorn absolutely recommend this place. Say hi to Lizzie for me. She's a…read morewonderful bartender. She'll make any drink you'd like

Arnold is one of my favorite dive bars in Waikiki. Always a blast great vibe and mix of tourists…read moreand locals. I love their juke box you can control the music thats being played which is fun. The alcohol isn't overpriced the staff is friendly and they have some pretty yummy hotdogs which hit yhe spot after a night out on the town LOL. Not fancy but so much fun.

I was in search of a nice rooftop bar in Waikiki and my friend and I found Hideout! It's on the…read moresecond floor of The Laylow hotel. We arrived at around 8:30 pm on a Thursday night and we only waited about 5 minutes for a table spot. They have live music playing, and the singer that night was so talented! I really enjoyed his covers. For drinks, I ordered the Ultra Violet and my friend ordered the Hana Hou! Ultra Violet had a pretty presentation, with a glowing coaster attached to the bottom of the glass. It was overall a very sweet drink, but the alcohol content wasn't that noticeable to be honest. My friend also said the Hana Hou! was very sweet and lacking in noticeable alcohol content as well. We also ordered the Ube Panna Cotta for dessert, and I loved it. The lime cream on top actually adds a very nice acidic contrast to the milky creaminess of the ube panna cotta. Lastly, I wanted to give a shoutout to our server, Jerrod. He was upbeat and friendly from the start, and regularly checked in on us as we were having our drinks and dessert. Overall, had a good time at Hideout and would love to come back again if I'm in Oahu!

This location is right at the hotel (lay low) I'm staying so it was so convenient. You can choose…read moreto be at the table, bar or the fire pit. At the time I went, they only had the fire pit seating so we just went for it. If you're just there for and app and some drinks then it's honestly a very cute spot to sit. It had sand and a shared fire pit with your own side tables. You can over see the lower city view as you chill at the fire with live music, so the vibe is very nice. I was here for dinner and ofc ended ordering a steak of all things so it was a little difficult to cut my steak on the little side tables (honestly my fault) but we still had a nice time. We got a beer and a virgin cocktail which were both yummy. The steak was cook perfectly to medium rare like I asked and it hit my steak craving ~ the staff was nice and checked in us often ~

Such a fun hidden gem in Waikiki!…read more Tucked inside the White Sands Hotel, Green Lady has that true speakeasy feel. Look for "Room 8" to your left--finding the entrance is part of the fun! Once inside, you're greeted with a clean, intimate space, low lighting, and moody vibes. There are only a handful of seats in the indoor bar, so it feels cozy and exclusive rather than like your typical crowded Waikiki bar. The mixologists are fantastic at their craft. Every cocktail we tried was creative, flavorful, and deliciously strong--definitely drinks you want to sip and enjoy! If you love hidden bars, creative cocktails, and a chill, intimate atmosphere, definitely add Green Lady to your Honolulu list.

It was very cute and the aesthetic was nice. However, my partner and I were ignored. We waited at…read moreour table for about 10 minutes, got up to order but told to sit back down and someone would come to take our order. We waited at least another 10 minutes before someone came to take our order, who was rolling her eyes and even throwing her arms down at us, especially when my boyfriend ordered. Rolled her eyes and left. Waited maybe 10-15 more minutes and we ultimately got up and left. During this time span, we saw her come out and take orders for other tables, bring them their drinks, and even come back for a second round for them. It was very unfortunate, especially considering we were some of the only POC there.

It has been sooooooooo long since I've been here. And I mean, sooooo long, I use to go to the old…read morelocation on Lewers! LOL! But a friend of mine was singing at a memorial tribute and needed a ride, so hecks yeah! I want to see the new place! Great atmosphere! A totally different crowd than what I remember, but a friendly crowd. Great pour on my Jameson and ginger. Good sound system and a polite security team that keeps the aisle clear... :) I look forward to coming back especially with Suzie's nearby. Mahalo Irish Rose!

Interesting dive bar. It's a little larger than my usual dive bar. Drinks were ok and the…read morebartenders were not bad. The regular woman bartender was in the middle of some existential drama. Regardless, I liked it enuf that I went twice w/ and w/o W. I guess it was an easy walking distance from our hotel. The place has live music every night, but the bands weren't good.

After a disappointing experience at Kuhio Ave Food Hall, I came to Rivals to watch Game 2 of the…read moreWNBA Finals. Cat (Kat) was happy to turn one of the tvs to the game despite working the bar by herself. She came to check in on me frequently. My bf and I had two Rivals Mai Tais, Hawaiian BBQ wings and French fries. All were delicious and despite the Valkyries losing, I still enjoyed myself. Thanks again Kat!

This is by the beach, me and my girlfriend walked in and they kicked us right out because she had…read moreon a bikini. We came from the beach on our way to our hotel to grab some food and they kicked us out not letting us order food after we had sat.

The live music, lights, and fun atmosphere instantly put us in vacation mode. It was packed, so we…read moreended up sitting in the back, but honestly, it was still so worth it! We grabbed a few drinks and snacks, and I got one of the giant pineapples to drink out of - it was a fun experience and made the whole night feel extra tropical. If you're looking for a place with great vibes, live entertainment, and an upbeat atmosphere without it feeling like a nightclub - Cuckoo Coconuts is worth a visit. It's a fun spot to relax, and soak in that energy!

We stumbled upon this spot and it was so lively for a Monday! They have live music a few times a…read moreweek. We met the singer who has been performing for decades and is super friendly. Staff is also friendly and visibly hardworking. We only had some onion rings and a beer which were 10/10.

Perfect for Sunday football! Great energy and vibe from our server Kohana. Food, vibe and viewing…read moreexperience 10/10!

First time checking out Blitz. I dont often give 3 starts but here's the quick pros and cons…read more PRO: Convenient location and we were able to make a reservation on a UFC fight night. Comfortable interior and HUGe TVs this is a great place to watch sports. Service was very friendly but could have some improvement. Hamachi carpaccio was pretty good and fried pork belly. Cons: They didnt have any beers on draft which I thought was strange for a sports bar, I asked for a menu but they didn't have any drink menu available, so the poor servers had to constantly repeat what beers they had. It was a busy night but the food took a very Long time to arrive some things almost an hour. Servers need a little more training. Granted they were pretty;) BUT We had to ask for water, water refills, plates, utensils, serving spoons, reminded them to check with kitchen if food was coming. Overall I would go there again if things get better but well probably go to another place next time.