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    4.4 (175 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM
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    Diana K.

    I cannot state how much I love Vintage Books and the staff here! It's always a 10/10 for me and recently they've had a bunch of new fun activities like tequila + taco Tuesdays, girl dinners with martinis, live music, and so much more. I had a chance to listen to the live band and it was so vibey and a perfect place to decompress but also have fun with friends! This time I tried new food options and THEY WERE DELICIOUS!! So listen up and take notes because these were must have bites! For drinks I got a tequila espresso martini and the legend of nearest green. I'm a sucker for well balanced old fashions and this hit the spot It was nutty, balanced, not too sweet, and dangerously drinkable. A grown-up old fashioned that you literally can't stop sipping. For food I had the following: * Tomato Salad - I don't even like tomatoes like that but decided to venture out and try something new and I did NOT think tomatoes could taste like this ! Caramelized garlic, ginger, shallots, fried curry leaves... it's sweet, savory, and spicy. I'm not joking when I say you MUST order this. * Island Farmer Salad - It looks so simple but please do not underestimate her. So fresh, so vibrant, that Burmese trail mix moment? Obsessed. * Tacos + Flights - this time around I got 1 kalua pig + 2 shrimp specials. The ulu tortillas NEVER miss. Soft, chewy (in the best way), warm, unique, and dense. Portions felt slightly smaller than last time but flavor is elite. * Sinigang Fries - once you start, you cannot stop. I literally dare you to try these fries because I guarantee you haven't tried them like this before. Go now, I'm serious! Also huge shoutout to Rick for always making my experience literally one of a kind, and also Tasha for being the best server. I'd honestly just come for the service, it's that good!

    Lori I.

    Located in the old 3660 restaurant. Looks like a "bookstore" until you go past the front "door" into another world in the back. Parking is in the building underground. The menu had unique flavor combinations like bacon curry, or the grits was interesting too, i loved it but if you're not adventurous you can just order the bacon and eggs breakfast plate. Service was good, it wasn't very busy for a Sunday morning. I can't wait to come back for dinner, this is such a cute place.

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    Roxanne Aguon B.

    Wow! What a beautiful hidden Speak Easy restaurant! The decor is beautiful, restaurant is spacious, service is excellent and they don't skimp on the alcohol ! My daughter brought me in just so I could see what it looked like. We ordered cocktails and sat to enjoy the ambiance for a bit. I plan to come back and bring my girlfriends so we can enjoy a night out on this side of the island (Kaimuki). We all live on the west side and had not heard of this beautiful gem of a place. The bookstore front is so unassuming and small. But then you inform them you are there for the speak easy and they lead you in the back hall and behind one of the doors, it opens to a beautiful private restaurant. Although I have yet to dine, I could tell by the customers faces, they were all enjoying their meal. I can't wait to get back on island soon.

    Mia M.

    The cutest little speakeasy with delicious drinks and good desserts. This place is a bit pricey, but you're paying for the ambiance and we had fun going as for evening drinks and desserts. We shared a tiramisu, chocolate creme brûlée, and their matcha dessert special. The matcha one was by far our favorite, and we ended up getting 2 of them. It was also very easy to pay and split - they have a QR code system where you can assign items to specific people and split the bill without inconveniencing the servers. Plus, there's free validated parking for the building. I would come back here for drinks and snacks with friends again.

    Ariel M.

    The food and service were two-thumbs up! Can't wait to come back again! Must Try Items: -Farmers Salad - really tasty, but be careful bc the Brazilian trail mix is extremely crunchy - Lamb Ribs!!!! - if you love lamb, you cannot miss out on this. Softest, fall-of-the-bone lamb I've ever eaten. - Kohana Rum Hot Chocolate!!!! - it tastes so wonderful at the end of a meal with a glass of red wine. Don't knock it till you try it We sat at the bar in the back which was tiny (seats about 6 people) but soooo worth it! The bartender, Gavino, was so friendly, helpful, and attentive that he really made our first time dining there amazing. He recommended the lamb ribs and hot chocolate, which we are so glad he did! Ambiance..... very pretty! It really had a classy speakeasy feel. It can be a bit dark unless you sit on the bar. Also, there are lounging/couch seating that look fun and comfy for having a few drinks with friends. However, I was told by a family member, who sat on the couches on another occasion, it was challenging to comfortably eat a full meal seated there. If going for the food, recommended to sit at the bar or regular tables. Would highly recommend to family and friends!

    Matthew C.

    This brought me back to my Scholastic book fair days. Really loved the waiting area library design, I wonder where they got these vintage books. Interior was super cool, live music (I think?), and really pretty Christmas decorations. Drinks were pretty decent and the Christmas themed drinks were cool as well. Food was good, karage was super fat pieces and an interesting take on the tteokbokki. Overall vibey, kinda lowk, kinda niche, kinda performative, the perfect mix for a speakeasy.

    Suzie A.

    Located in the former 3660 on the Rise, validated parking downstairs. Went for brunch Sun Dec 27 and enjoyed the entrance filled with books - some very old - some from small kid time. Walk through door into a bar area, then through another door to the restaurant part with yet another bar. It was beautifully decorated for the holidays and tables are nicely spaced, some with clusters of chairs/table for easy conversation. We were lucky to get TASHA as our server! She was good fun, efficient, checked back as necessary but didn't intrude on our concession, and timed evening perfectly. We started with the flight of mimosas. They had run out of mango juice so she suggested regular mimosa with OJ and it was freshly squeezed so that was nice! Everything from the cocktails to food we ordered was delicious and didn't disappoint. Prices were reasonable for the food / serving and the cocktail prices were what one would expect and in keeping with other places of this genre. Vintage Books is a special place for special occasions or just a cool place to chill. We shall definitely return!

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    Sarah M.

    This quaint little step back in time is wonderful place to spend a relaxing meal with your family or a good friend the ambience is authentic speakeasy and is currently decorated for Christmas and is quite cozy. The chef is amazing. His food is fantastic! And he came to my table personally to ask about my particular food allergy. One particular plate in our order wasn't prepared quite to our specifications and they fixed it immediately. They also have some lovely specialty drinks both alcoholic and nonalcoholic. But be prepared to spend a pretty penny. As the high quality of ingredients and cooking talent comes with a price tag. But totally worth it!!

    Milton K.

    Vintage Bookstore ***** HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ***** Food: ***** Value: **** Menu: *** Ambiance: ***** Service: **** Parking: **** validated under building After watching Corina's #fiveftfoodies IG reel on this speakeasy, I decided to give it a try. I was pleasantly surprised with the very delicious dishes that we had. After one visit, this place has just risen to my first-place bar/restaurant in the Kaimuki-Kapahulu-Kahala area. The Crispy Lamb Ribs was so delicious! In my opinion, VB is so much better than the very popular P&L next door. The atmosphere is very cool & hip with a romantic vibe. We had good and prompt service the two times we have been there. I highly recommend Vintage Books. RATINGS & RECOMMENDED ORDER: Crispy Lamb Ribs = A+ House Karaage = A Taco Flight = A Kim Chee Flight = C Crab Rice Cakes = C Yelp: https://m.yelp.com/biz/vintage-books-honolulu Website: https://www.vintagebookshawaii.com/ YELP: Milton K Sorry! They allow only one 30 second video & the remaining to 7 seconds. The full video and pictures of the entire menu can be found on other platforms/apps: MiltonIn808 RATINGS KEY: A = Really Good - one of the best B = Good - would order again C = ok - similar, nothing special D = Not very good - wouldn't order F = Terrible - avoid

    Meet Cute
    Katia F.

    I came here on a Wednesday night, exploring the speakeasies on Oahu. To preface I just arrived here from the Hawaiian Brian's speakeasy called Wild Orange. I also went to one yesterday called the Surfing Pig. Speak easy vibe: 1/10 I thought there would have more of a speakeasy feel by walking through a hidden passageway, but it's just a simple door at the front. Ambiance: 6/10 It felt fancy, but not too fancy. It felt intimate. I am deducting a point because it was extremely loud with the live music. I basically had to yell for anybody sitting across to hear me. It was definitely overstimulating for everybody. The drums of the live music were smashing in our ears. Service: 3/10 It was quick for us to be seated. We were given menus and they were swiped out of our hands when we were still looking at them. We felt like just a number. Not much care taken. Food: 6/10 Suadero Taco Flight: 4/10 Portion was small. Superrrrr oily. My tacos were dripping oil. Quality of meat was average. Too expensive for what it was. Kalbi Steak: 2/10 Small slices. Small portion. Overpriced. The quality of the meat was average. Mushroom rice cakes: 4/10 The rice cake, was ok. The seasoning on it was very flavorful, shiitake mushrooms were very soft and flavorful. However, the rice cake itself was a bit hard. I don't think it was worth $22 Drinks: 7/10 Drinks were good. White sand spritz was alright. Tasted like spiked fruity water. Meet cute was great. Sweet and a little heavy. Modelo can was served in the glass cup. Overall I wouldn't come back here again or recommend to anyone. Try Gaslamp instead for an expensive intimate dining experience. Go to Surfing Pig for business meeting vibe/ more intimate group setting. Try Wild Orange for laid back speak easy vibes with a group.

    Ribeye steak
    Sara L.

    I love a speakeasy and decided to check this place out when I was feeling festive. Vintage books is a bar and restaurant where you can make a reservation for the "private collection." Staff will guide you from the entrance, adorned in book shelves, and through the bar to your table. The space is dimly lit and decorated during the winter holiday. Ordering was standard table service and their menu had a decent variety of cocktails and share plate options. We ordered the lamb ribs, which were fall off the bone tender and brushed in a sweet sticky glaze; , cowboy salad which was uniquely dressed in nuoc cham with pipikaula and topped with crisp radish, spicy pepper, and crumbly roasted kukui; and the steamed clams with mochi swimming in the light, bright curry sauce. The only dish we may skip in the future is the ribeye which was a bit tough and quite salty. For drinks, we ordered their holiday cocktails, Notorious NOG and three wise liquors. We really appreciated their strong eggnog and pear flavors, but they were a bit small and pricey. Staff was friendly and guided us through paying for our bill via a QR code at the table. Validated parking is conveniently located in the 3660 Waialae garage.

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    Paul L.

    A fun concept. You go from the bookstore facade to the "private collection." Their holiday decorations made it look like we were at Hogwarts! They have a well stocked bar and some fun craft cocktails (especially if you like rum...which I don't). Service was very attentive and the servers were knowledgeable and helpful. All of the dishes were well executed. The Korean rice cake (mochi) dish was one of our favorites.

    Amazing tiramisu
    diana h.

    Vintage Books is definitely an O'ahu hidden gem! The ambiance is beautiful, the drinks are well crafted and delicious and their staff is TOP KNOTCH! This really sets them apart from other speakeasy's and restaurants! Our little "girl gang" meets there for themed events and they are always happy to oblige! Dinner last night was delicious and Nikki took amazing care of us. She is kind, courteous and so personable! Matthew: we are forever grateful for the wonderful cocktails and the photographs you were able to sneak in for us before you had a full bar! 10 stars, my friends!!!

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    This place has AWESOME customer service, food, and ambiance, I would give it 6 stars if I could…read more Customer service was EXCELLENT, starting with my phone call to fix my reservations. Ray was extremely helpful in helping me correct an error I had made using the website to make our reservations and we were able to not only get reservations in the restaurant but in the speakeasy as well. Then there was Callie our waitress, she was bubbly, friendly, and very attentive. She created a warm and welcoming expereince for us and just that would make us come back. The food was SUPER ONO, at IYKYK we had the Midnight Musubi Arancini. I was hesitant to order it as I have had choke musubis over my lifetime and was thinking how different could these musubis be...? But, WOW, it was soooo good. The combination of ingredients filled each mouthful with a mixture of flavors that complimented each other. I would definitely order this again and encourage everyone to try it. We also had the Pork medallions and a kalua pig sampler, they too were delicious and our cocktails were very unique, delicious, and strong. We then moved from the speakeasy to the restaurant and we had the Pele's Pit Ribs and the Tsunami Burger for dinner. The ribs were very delicous, it was a dry rub so very clean and easy to eat with the fingers and the fried rice was tasty. My wife loved her burger and if you look at the pictures you can see why. The ambiance was VERY COOL. The deliberate and cohesive mix of dim red lighting, and comfortable lounging chairs totally created that speakeasy atmosphere. The restaurant portion was quaint, warm, and not too loud creating a good atmosphere for conversing. Overall we were very pleased to have come here, we will definitely come back and bring friends along too. As far as parking...its good. There is a metered parking lot behind the restaurant, no roof so your big 2500 4x4 boat hauler will easily park in it and there are clean male and female bathrooms in the restauant so you can drink and eat up.

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    I went here for my birthday and didn't realize I should've made a reservation for a larger group,…read moreespecially since it was my first time. Thankfully, Michael and his team were able to accommodate us, which I really appreciated. From the moment we walked in, the place had a great vibe, the interior is beautiful. Throughout the night, the staff and Michael (the owner) were incredibly welcoming, funny and attentive. The cocktails were amazing. I had the expressing my love all night and even though the place was busy and there was a bit of a wait for food, it was honestly worth it. We had the crab dynamite, the ahi brioche, and the prosciutto and burrata. SO GOOD! My friends and I had such a great time and will definitely be back.

    Some places you find, others you have to earn, and 430 Parkway is one you'd miss if you weren't…read morelooking for it. Tucked on the second floor of a Piikoi Parkway building, it feels like stepping back in time, a true bespoke bar with vintage art, moody lighting, and comfy couches that make it perfect for couples or a night out with friends. We sat at the bar, which was a highlight, Michael and Tony were welcoming, easy to talk story with, and clearly know their craft. I went with the Barreled Old Man, a smooth, layered mix of bourbon, rye, and brandy that just worked, while my wife's Sesame Veil brought a nutty, balanced flavor that stood out. For round two, the Espressing My Love was a great take on an espresso martini, and Michael built my wife a custom drink off her favorite flavors and nailed it again. We paired it with the smoked mozzarella and salami grilled cheese and Ho Farms tomato soup, and this is where it really hit. The sandwich came out hot and crisp, and when you took a bite the cheese pulled away just right, that perfect melt, with the salami adding a savory kick. The tomato soup was fresh, bright, and made for dipping you didn't want to stop. We were welcomed with a table that had our name on it, a small touch that goes a long way. Prices are on point for the quality and experience you're getting. It's a bit of a hidden, hip spot, not for a quick drink but for when you want to sit, relax, and enjoy it. Parking is tight, but you can park at Ala Moana and walk over, and it's worth it. Next time we're coming back for Grandma's Old Fashioned and the pork belly bao buns. This isn't a bar you stumble into, it's one you come back to.

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    My wife and I checked out Pint + Jigger on our last day in Oahu before we had to head off to the…read moreairport. Located in the Ala Moana hotel lobby, the bar is not the easiest to find. We made it in time for their happy hour, which runs every day of the week from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. There's a "sous vide Old Fashioned" on the Happy Hour menu that I ended up ordering two of during my visit. I thought the Old Fashioneds were stiff, spirit forward, and not overly sweet -- just the way a well-made Old Fashioned should be. For only $10, it's hard to beat. I was tempted to order a cocktail off their "pick-me-up" menu, a small set of cocktails that are made with a 72-hour cold brew coffee, but decided against it since I would be taking a red eye later in the evening. We got seated at the bar and the staff we interacted with were nice and attentive during our entire visit. The only thing I didn't really particularly enjoy about Pint + Jigger was the atmosphere. One part of the restaurant looks like a classy upscale whiskey bar, with bottles that stretch from floor to ceiling and a sliding ladder to access the rare bottles located at the top. However, the other side of the restaurant looks like a Dave and Buster's, with a shuffleboard table and multiple large TVs broadcasting sport games. It feels like they're trying to cater to all audiences -- which is fine, because they're located in a hotel and that's how you capture more customers. However, if you're looking for a more relaxing vibe, you might want to look elsewhere, since it's entirely up to chance if you'll have a family with a screaming child halfway across the restaurant.

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    those places where you walk in and immediately feel cooler than you actually are. The atmosphere is…read moresuch a good mix of intimate, trendy, and lowkey dramatic in the best way. Dim lighting, great music, strong drinks, and the kind of vibe that makes you want to stay way longer than you planned. Definitely make a reservation because this place fills up fast, especially later into the night when everyone suddenly decides they need a speakeasy cocktail moment. What surprised me most was how good the food was for the price. Usually spots with this kind of atmosphere rely on the drinks to carry everything, but every dish actually delivered. The chicken karaage was crispy and packed with flavor, the beef takoyaki disappeared embarrassingly fast, and the taro chips with mascarpone somehow felt both chaotic and genius at the same time. Weirdly addictive and perfect with the drinks. Between the cocktails, food, service, and atmosphere, everything just worked.

    We dropped by speakeasy RM 38 (Room 38) inside the Imperial Hotel on Lewers in Waikīkī. We were…read morevery glad we did. The owner is Steve Aoki, of Aoki Group, and son of daredevil and entrepreneur, Rocky Aoki. The staff were super nice. The brunette (Ellie?) working Sat, 4/25 was super friendly, and worked her ass off. The Azn fellow who also took care of us let us look at the bottles of special bourbon we drank: Four Roses & Blantons both tr the Aoki Collection. Regarding the ambiance its whimsical inside. I didn't look on the lanai, but I understand you can smoke cigars out there. The background music was jazz and the occasional Motown hit (Stylistics). My cuz who lives in Kaimukī has neva been to RM 38. I promised to add him to the res next time. Its a lot easier to get in vs another speakeasy in Chinatown, and its walking distance from where I always stay at the Moana.

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    RM 38 - Lounge area

    Lounge area

    RM 38 - Ahi

    Ahi

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    Vintage Books - speakeasies - Updated May 2026

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