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Brew Moon
1200 Ala Moana Blvd, Ward Centre, Honolulu, HI 96814 · 808-593-0088
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ALA MOANA. This second-floor bar/café offers a relatively quiet spot to sit and watch the world go by during the day and a laid-back place to enjoy a drink at night. The best deals are to be found on the bar's own brews, such as MoonBerry Wheat and Big Bang Pale Ale. (You can also try a microbrew sampler for under $7.) The many awards festooned around the bar testify to the brews' superiority! A DJ spins on Friday nights.
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ALA MOANA. Compadres' ebullient atmosphere comprises half its appeal, thanks to merry patrons and comfortable surroundings. Folks of all sorts congregate at the bar and restaurant to hang out with friends and indulge in the spicy cuisine. The variety of tequilas and margaritas is widely reputed to be excellent, especially when you accompany them with chips and salsa on the outdoor patio. If you require more sustenance, try traditional dishes, or sample fish tacos and other island-influenced fare. Regulars recommend the carnitas (slow-cooked pork) for a succulent, true taste of Mexican cuisine.
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Diamond Head Grill
2885 Kalakaua Ave, W Honolulu – Diamond Head, Honolulu, HI 96815 · 808-922-3734
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DIAMOND HEAD. As is typical of W Hotels, with their penchant for style and affluence, the Diamond Head establishment boasts an enviable bar scene. Chic surroundings, a marble bar, and even a bed for lounging provide a backdrop for an upscale clientele. On Friday and Saturday evenings, the Wonder Lounge kicks into action, offering well-mixed drinks and an outlet for of-the-moment music and dancing. A late-night menu will help to ward off the munchies, and attire is best described as "dress to impress."
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Duke's Canoe Club
2335 Kalakaua Ave, Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach, Honolulu, HI 96815 · 808-922-2268
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WAIKIKI. In tribute to Duke Kahanamoku, Hawaii's renowned swimmer, surfer, and Olympic athlete, this casual bar and restaurant offers patrons a wealth of island culture. Memorabilia, live Hawaiian music, fruity cocktails, and fresh local seafood are among the attractions that have folks returning again and again. Food is served all day, and the bar scene is constantly hopping, populated by lively barkeeps and folks from all walks of life. Celebrities occasionally make an appearance too, and the oceanside setting just seems to make mingling that much easier.
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DOWNTOWN. Always bustling, this fabulous microbrewery is one of the area's top destinations for flavorful beers and incredible, pub-inspired fare. Views of the harbor greet patrons, who love the sociability of the place. Able to hold legions of folks, Gordon Biersch offers a couple of bars if you want to mix with friendly singles. Plus, the bartenders will let you sample the beers so that you can be sure of which one you want! Happy hour is popular with young professionals, but the party is pretty constant. On occasion, you'll find live music, but you're always guaranteed a good time!
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WAIKIKI. A longtime favorite with Hawaii's gay community, this relaxed bar has welcomed folks for more than a generation. Granting views of Kapiolani Park and the ocean beyond, the comfortable club also offers a terrific bar scene, and patrons frequently hang out, just enjoying the ambience and the company. Other attractions include drink specials, a pool table, dancing, volleyball competitions, go-go dancers, and regularly scheduled special events.
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HAWAII KAI. The second location of this popular bar and restaurant (the other is on the Big Island) makes its home on Oahu. Over a dozen ales and lagers are hand-crafted on the premises, including popular Wailua Wheat, Big Wave Golden Ale, and Longboard Island Lager. Many of the beers make their way into the food as well, including delicious pizzas and entrees like Garden Isle Grilled Chicken with a red ale glaze and beer-braised ribs in a Black Sand Porter sauce. The open-air dining room allows for pleasant breezes and mild temps – in short, the perfect setting in which to knock back a few brews.
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Mai Tai Bar
2259 Kalakaua Ave, Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Honolulu, HI 96815-2578 · 808-923-7311
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WAIKIKI. If you're longing for authentic Hawaiian ambience, there's no better way to satisfy the craving than at this charming bar. Its beach locale, terrific panorama of Diamond Head, and relaxed clientele all contribute to an ideal experience, and the fantastic tropical drinks – especially the lush mai tai's – ensure that your mood remains upbeat. A host of other beverages can also be found, along with food offerings and local entertainment in the evenings.
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Ryan's Grill
1200 Ala Moana Blvd, Ward Centre, Honolulu, HI 96814 · 808-591-9132
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DOWNTOWN. Something of a neighborhood hangout, Ryan's attracts folks from all walks of life, supplying them with good food and convenient hours. A terrific menu of appetizers lets patrons munch away while they enjoy a beer with coworkers, and heartier entrees provide sustenance when hunger pangs begin to call. You'll also find plenty of draft beers to keep you occupied, along with a satisfying selection of single-malt scotches. The place gets busy post-workday and doesn't settle down until late at night. Even better, they're happy to accommodate!
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DOWNTOWN. This stylish bar, found within Indigo restaurant, consistently pulls in a crew of beautiful patrons, who come to sip well-mixed martinis, enjoy live music, and shake their moneymakers. Special events, especially dinners that pair food and wine or beer, are also held regularly. While you drink and mingle, take advantage of the delicious bar menu, which includes seafood dumplings, crab cakes, and chicken brochettes. It's available until midnight.
About 10Best's recommendations for Honolulu's Best Bars:
10Best searched far and wide before ranking these bars as the best in Honolulu. How'd they earn their way on the list? Beer selection, specialty cocktails, cool aesthetics, great jukeboxes, hip crowds – we consider it all before deciding which ones belong on a list of Honolulu's Best Bars.
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