Service is wonderful, everyone is so nice and informative…read more Get the honey and cheese box it's so good! If I lived on island I'd be back for sure, they provide a wonderful experience!

Cut off a Star as it's WAAAAY off the beaten path and has sparse parking (as in good luck finding a…read morespot) Once there , it's cute enough. Free honey samples. But you're here for the mead. They have flavored sparking meads which are the popular ones in the islands. Think mild champagne. Not bad They have stools around old barrels. Wish there was a brewery tour but I'm guessing it's super small Not sure it's worth the detour but if you're adventurous give it a go.

Tour was really fun and interesting! I had no idea that most rum is made from molasses but theirs…read moreis made more directly from the pressed sugar cane juice. We brought our middle school aged kids and loved that they got a little science learning as the rum production was explained. Staff was all top notch, friendly and knowledgable. Tasting was really generous and my husband and I ordered different ones which allowed us to also try each other's tastings too. I got the cocktail one and he got the classic rum one. We bought some gifts for family member taking care of our dog and a special bottle for my upcoming birthday. Finally, our son LOVED the honey so bought a bottle of that as well. This was a nice way to break up all of our beach and pool days!

No food the day we toured Very quick but informative…read more Very nice staff Seems more like a gift shop than distillery tour. Tour takes 20 minutes on learning about different sugar canes, no processing or manufacturing, just cultivating.

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.

This establishment came recommended from my mom who lives on the island. After looking online for…read moresome more information on the winery, I came across their advertised tour and tasting for $32pp and purchased the reservation for the following afternoon. Oeno Winemaking is tucked into an industrial area just off the exit into Kailua. With that being said, it's not the most picturesque part of the island, nor would I say it's designed for consumers to easily visit. Parking is a concern as Oeno did not have any reserved spaces for it's customers. Therefore, I had to park a little bit away and needed to ensure that I would not be towed for parking in another business's spaces. Regarding the tasting and tour itself, I was the only person there during the scheduled time. The place itself is a section of the shared warehouse. There is no vineyard, so all grapes are imported from elsewhere. They do, however, have several fruit wines using foodstuff procured from the islands. Despite purchasing a tour and tasting, there was no tour, which I consider to be rather deceptive. The tasting consisted of 6 pours from the the attached list. Of those, I tried several with varying experiences. The best 3, in my opinion, were Watermelon Lavender, "Bass" Akwards, and Orange Chocolate with the last being the best of the bunch due to a near perfect combination of sweet and savory with a warmness provided by the brandy. Despite the disappointment with the lack of a tour, service provided by Tom was superb. He was pleasant to talk to and was able to answer the majority of my questions while we watched a portion of the World Cup game. I recommend to Oeno Winemaking to clarify what exactly people are paying for with the tour and tasting reservation considering the tour actually wasn't performed. I'd adjust the pricing to reflect such changes. Worth checking out? Sure. Could've been better? Absolutely.

The service was lovely and the wine was actually delicious BUT it's literally a tiny little…read morewarehouse that's barley even developed. The idea would be so much nicer if they actually had some scenery but my boyfriend and I felt like we were in a shipping yard not a beautiful wine tasting venue.

I like Fujioka's for unusual, interesting, off the beaten path type items. They have a great…read moreselection of wine, including local mead. They have a selection of cocktail making ingredients and liquors. If I'm making a cocktail with a hard-to-find liqueur or cordial, chances are they have it. The service is always prompt and attentive. There's a refrigerated section with beers, including local ones. I like the convenience of this store on the bottom level of the Market City marketplace.

Overview: The widest selection of drinkable wine from across the world and some interesting…read moreselection of liquor with an ever changing selection backed by a helpful and friendly staff make this the ultimate adult candy store. (Keep it clean, yelp is rated G). Wine - Great selection from major wine producing regions around the world with exception to Bordeaux and Burgundy (they do not step on the toes of Vintage Wine Cellar). US producers are grouped by varietal. All non US producers by region. Great selection of sparkling wines. Everything approachable and drinkable. A few large format bottlings available. Beer -OK. Some interesting domestic craft offerings. Liquor - brown libations - OK. Necessary labels. Requisite bourbon and single malts. Good selection of Japanese whiskey. Some interesting bottlings. Liquor - OK. Good selection of gin and tequila. If looking for things to make mixed drinks or cordials, look elsewhere. Prices: Good in all categories. At or below MSRP. Everything in the store is approachable with 99 percent of the wine $15-$125. Staff product knowledge / service: High. Friendly, approachable, knowledgeable. Conclusion: The best place to discover the good, new and interesting and having fun at the same time without breaking the bank.

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.

When we got there, we were greeted by the owner and he was very nice. We started at the bar but he…read moremoved us to outdoor seating area which I thought it was very nice. However, rest of our night didn't go as we expected. He took forever to come to our table and take out orders. During our orders, he suddenly went to another table. When eventually came back and completed our orders. You go grab your own beer from fridge and wine will be served. We ordered a grilled sandwiches. We waited for at least 30 minutes but still didn't get it on the table. We noticed the lady who was supposed to be in the kitchen and cook was sitting with customers and started vaping. Owner joined this table and chatting with them. We were forgotten. He finally came around to our table so I stopped him and asked about our grilled sandwiches. Instead of apologizing for the delay, he said his kitchen does not have capabilities to make more than 2 sandwiches at the time when it was clear that they forgot our orders. We saw owner was talking to the cook lady and pointed at us. After a while, she decided to go in the kitchen. It took another great moment until our sandwich was served. No apology it enjoy your meal from her.

I come here strictly for the fresh, never frozen, local caught Ahi! Don't bother with the…read morepreviously frozen Vietnamese fish the other guys are selling. Come in and try the OG good stuff at Tamura's!! Their ninja poke is so ono. Most of their recipes are heavy on the sauces, but the flavor is great. Staff is always friendly and the prices are reasonable. I've been to multiple locations and they're all consistently good.

I was craving a poke bowl so I decided to go to Tamura's which is just walking distance from where…read moreI work. I ordered the All Ahi Poke Bowl, and I got the Ahi Sunrise and Ahi Tamura's Sauce. Ahi Sunrise is more of a loaded Spicy Ahi, and you can really feel the heat from the sriracha mayo. As for the Ahi Tamura's Sauce, I liked how flavorful and tangy it was. They don't do samples of the poke but you can ask the staff all about the different types of poke that they have. The cuts of the ahi were HUGE, which was a plus for me. Really satisfied that I had this for my lunch, I told my coworkers about it so they ordered too and were satisfied as well.

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!

I visited after the Max Holloway fights, and the venue was extremely busy. Unfortunately, there…read moreappeared to be only one restroom stall available for a large crowd. My biggest concern is the lack of adequate restroom facilities during busy events. I hope the business considers improving restroom access or providing additional portable restrooms when large crowds are expected. Better facilities would help prevent situations like this from happening in the future.