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This was our onsite, pool side dining option. Lovely setting with poolside tables and great ambiance! Open nightly from 5p-10p, they offered drinks, snacks & main dish food items. The staff was friendly and attentive, but definitely kept that "island time" pace. At one meal, it took over 15 minutes just to get our ices teas & waters. The food was pretty good but on the pricey side, even for Waikiki. Teri steak and fries were $24 for the a la carte steak (about 5-6oz of thin steak) and another $6 for the side of fries. Ouch. The owner is a lovely man, I can tell he puts his heart into the food and atmosphere, and I hope they'll see continued success with rising food costs. read more

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I wanted to come here the last time I visited (November 2021), so was glad to stop by during my Spring trip! Ko Tiki Terrace is located at the Bamboo Hotel on Kuhio Ave. Food was simple and delicious! Friendly and attentive staff! Atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing. You can also hear the mini waterfall behind the pool. The pool had a pretty blue color lighting, with a jacuzzi attached to the left. People are welcome to swim and chill in the waters. The place would be pretty solid, once they get their liquor license. However, they do allow you to BYOB (Bring your own Booze) and have non-alcoholic drinks you can mix with whichever booze you decide to bring. Recommend checking this place out! read more

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The food was delicious, steak was well cooked, salad dressing was on point and Potato Salad was excellent. Pool vibes were cool especially as it got darker. Staff was very nice Service was fast Shocked this place wasn't packed. If you are looking for a tasty meal in Waikiki, highly recommend. read more

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Hello Yelpers, Yes, it's a 'bring your own beer/booze.' Yes, it's not a traditional tourist restaurant. Yes, they occasionally run out of menu items - fresh food verses stored anyone? If warranted, bring an adult beverage of choice, pick a table, and find a menu at the bar if you prefer not to wait for the lone gracious server. Suggest leaving mainland attitudes behind and embrace a glimmer of traditional aloha vibe in busy Waikiki. read more

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First of all, this place has potential but DAMN! That was about the strangest experience I've ever had at a restaurant. We were the only table. We weren't offered anything to drink aside from water. The menu is only a few things- I got the garlic chicken. It came with a scoop of rice and some strange looking deep fried meat. It tasted like fish and plastic. The poor waiter smelled bad, but he was sure trying. Poor guy. The place was just so strange. They don't have a liquor license either. So... no pop either...? Very weird and expensive. The one star was for the spring rolls. Avoid. read more

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Steve F.

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Ko Tiki Terrace was recommended by our VRBO host as a place that was excellent and not widely known so we decided to try it. Walking in was really cool. You enter from the Bamboo hotel lobby into the restaurant that is located in the outside middle of the hotel. Felt like a true tiki lounge! There is a pool in the middle that has an underwater purple light so the dimly lit area had some great ambiance. I think evening when it is dark is the perfect time to visit Ko Tiki Terrace. All tables were open so getting seated was not an issue but made us wonder why no one was there. They do not have a current beer/wine/etc license so that may be a factor. That is pretty much the highlights. The menu is different than what I would have expected. You pick a protein and then the sauce and sides. We all had chicken ($16) and then the sides were $8 each! So for a scoop of steamed rice or mac salad or fries, it was $8....50% of the price of our protein. Also, website is incorrect, it shows chicken as $9 The food was decent but the portions were unusually small...each dinner was served on a salad plate rather than a normal sized dinner plate. For 4 of us, it was a little over $100 for basically a small salad plate of 1 entree and 1 side and all drinking water. Our server was not rude but she was very disengaged. Basically stood behind the bar area with her AirPods and phone. She told me to get up and walk over to the bar area (where there were no customers) when I wanted the bill. Not really what is expected in a sit down restaurant like this. This place has a lot of potential. Ambiance is awesome but needs some Hawaiian music playing. Maybe modify the menu (and website) so that dinners are inclusive of sides and show total cost up front. Also, have the staff engage more with the guests. Next time we are in Waikiki, we will pop our heads in to see if things have changed...if not, for the money, I would head to Dukes. read more

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By far, the oddest dining experience I've had. I came here in anticipation of Ko Tiki's Spam Jam specials back in late April along with a couple of girls in the local foodie community. Ko Tiki was supposed to have spam and kim chee with spam and egg furikake, spam and crab cake loco moco, seared ahi with spam furikake, mary mocktail, and spam and ube ice cream. We visited during the event time window, and none were available. The waiter told us that he wouldn't place blame on us if we decided to get up and leave, so that we could try any of the other participating Spam Jam restaurants. Thinking back, we should've done that. Upon being seated, he asked us for our names, which was cool, but he started writing them down so that he could refer to us by name throughout our dining experience. Throughout the experience, he kept getting our names wrong. Despite this, I still wanted to give them a fighting chance. We ended up ordering: - furikake spam fries ($6.50) - ahi poke with matsuri sauce ($14) - chicken with pineapple teriyaki sauce ($12) - fish (ahi) with spicy garlic sauce ($14) The dishes were okay at best, and subpar at worse. When eaten fresh, the fries were great. Entree-wise, we agreed that the ahi was much better than the chicken. The wait was also agonizingly long. Despite the relaxing tropical vibes that this place beholds, I don't think I'll be back. read more

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Nicole E.

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Donny makes an amazing maitai. Excellent customer service and very lovely ambiance. Favorite bar I've visited in Hawaii

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Alec O.

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Very unique vibe. Donnie was fun behind the bar. Shrimp appetizer was good too. Will be back.

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Mr. Donnie Roxx rules! We loved staying at the Waikiki Bamboo and we found the coolest hidden tiki bar inside that's right next to a pool and hot tub. Will be coming back! read more

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Hidden Gem! but No Parking lot. Located in the Bamboo Waikiki Hotel nestled around the pool area. It's a quaint Tiki Bar with a small food menu. The items we ordered were very tasty. The evening we were there they featured live contemporary music that was lovely for the setting. Hotel guest were enjoying the pool as well as the hot tub. We were entertaining Friends from out of town and they loved it there too. I haven't gone recently but I would definitely recommend it as a chill vibe. Aloha read more

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Nyra C.

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Maybe later but tiki without a liquor license right now. Kitchen opens at 5:30. These pics are at 5:00 pm. Will update in January. read more

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Diane R.

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This place is a hidden gem for a small group gathering (per Covid guidelines). Amber and James made a great duo! We were there to continue pre-wedding festivities after a rehearsal dinner. They were super professional, great customer service, brought drinks and food out very quickly, and were gracious and accommodating to the bride and groom. Plus, you couldn't paint a better backdrop. The pool was amazing! read more

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Daniel B.

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Great food, all their sauces are amazing on their protein. If their customer service was faster and better I would def give them place a 4 star. But the service just killed it honestly read more

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Carol L. P.

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They explained the menu, checked up on us, extras. Mai tai was great. Outdoor atrium seating next a pool. Very pleasant.

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Tyler B.

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This place is a GEM! Our waiter, John, couldn't say enough great things about him! On top of his service, the food was top notch and overall amazing taste. We have a few more days left in Hawaii and are looking forward to coming back before going back to California read more

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weirdest dining experience i've had recently.... first of all they don't have a working phone number and the hours on website are wrong. the place was empty and we didn't even know we were in the right place at first haha. the waitress was not the most polite and didn't check in on us. also they don't have a liquor license so this is not a tiki bar, rather a BYOB establishment. the food was OK, we got the chicken plate with all three sides. mac/potato salad was tasty, but salad didn't come with dressing it was literally just lettuce. overall, very odd dining experience but food was decent. read more

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I want to start off by saying that we didn't know what to expect when visiting Ko Tiki Terrace. The restaurant is located in a hotel pool area but that doesn't interfere with operations. We were seated right away and given menus. The menu only had a "select you own" style page which was confusing at first. We asked the server how it works and she explained it. We asked if there is anything else like a burger and she said she can get things made. We were confused bc there was nothing else on the menu to select. We ended up getting a Mahi Mahi burger and a Cheeseburger. Both dishes were not on the menu, came with chips and were absolutely delicious. Our overall experience was strange only bc the menu was blank, the server didn't know what was on the menu and the food was great! A note to the owner/manager: I'm not sure why the menu was blank but the food should be showcases in there. Also, the server didn't know the menu well and our questions were followed up with "I'm not sure" or "I guess it comes with it". read more

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Linda K.

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Restaurants are officially open and we decided to stop by this gem! We arrived at 8pm, walked into the Bamboo Hotel (where the restaurant is located) and was warmly greeted by Sam. First things first, the atmosphere was nice, it was dimly lit and gave off old school Hawaiian vibes. Here's a hack: if you have time, ask Sam about the restaurant decor, he has stories for days. For example, each pillar has a painted story on it. Even the design of long wooden table in the middle of the restaurant has it's own tale that I won't spoil. The food: I ordered the garlic steak and the matsuri shrimp rice plate. Not going to lie I was blown away. I usually share my food with my boyfriend, but today he was just my friend-LOL. He had the garlic steak and chicken plate. The food was cooked to perfection and was well seasoned. Also, let me tell you about the potato salad...I'm usually picky with my potato salad and have a habit of side eyeing whoever makes it from time to time. Let's just say Sam is invited to THE COOKOUT . Lastly, until they get their liquor license, it's BYOB which is fine. They also can make mocktails that you can spike with your own alcohol as an option. Overall, friendly staff, beautiful decor, amazing food, clean AF and support local restaurants!!! read more

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Linda W.

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It's our last full day on this beautiful island so we decided to eat somewhere we could walk to and found this cute little place on Yelp. It had some pretty great ratings and it wasn't going to break our bank. Our server, Liz, was super nice and even took our picture for us. The food was lovely, generous and delicious. I would definitely come back if I could and recommend it to all. read more

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Penney W.

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We are staying in the Aqua Bamboo and Ko Tiki Terrace is in the building and Amber is the manager and server and she is the BEST!! Her personality is awesome and she has the best customer service I've experienced!! She really makes you feel like you are at home!! The food is also great and the prices are excellent!! You must go there if you are in Waikiki!! read more

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Jackie P.

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No doubt the worst meal we've had in our five night stay in Oahu. Really don't see how anyone can give a higher rating unless their taste buds are malfunctioning or they've been eating a bland diet for most of their lives. We were seated right away, had our orders taken, then waited 30 minutes for our appetizer. At the 45 min mark the chef came out to greet the guests and apologize for the long wait (this seems to be the norm). At the one hour mark our food finally came. We ordered the garlic shrimp and steak with their "world famous" sauce. We also added $6 for rice, salad, and potato salad (was missing when our plates came). The shrimp was dry and salty. The steak was thinner than frozen Dollar Tree meats. The sauce was this black mess of sodium with a puddle of oil. The potato salad that came 10 minutes after our entrees was a step below KFC's coleslaw. All in all, you will have a MUCH better experience going to Denny's instead or stuffing yourselves with some gourmet 7/11 spam musubi. Don't make the same mistake as us. If a restaurant is inside a hotel, walk away! read more

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Cynthia O.

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I was a bit skeptical about trying out this place ... I'm glad I did everything was delicious! Staff is super friendly and attentive. I would highly recommend it. read more

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Kristy B.

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The food and hospitality was amazing! A great low key beautiful and delicious place to stop in. Very unsuspecting from the outside. You must walk through the hotel lobby to find the hidden treasure. read more

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Cindy M.

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We were checking out the condo at bamboo hotel. And decided to try out the restaurant on site. The manager Amber welcome us right away, we told her that we just want to have few drinks and appetizers. They still welcomed us and treat us like VIP. Not only manager.Amber was super professional and friendly, her entire team are at same level of service. Liz is our waitress. She have such great energy, not to mention working at Easter evening. If you ever been to Waikiki strip, you know what I mean. Hard to find people that really appreciate your business and give you warm welcome. We definitely will come back because of Amber and Liz. read more

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Paige R.

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What an incredible local find! Gorgeous setting, charming staff and food that is the best we have had our entire trip. BYOB. I recommend the shrimp with garlic sauce. Cooked to perfection! We will be back again! read more

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Love the view here. The food was good but the service was slow. Also, I wish they have mix drinks or any kind of liquor besides beer and wine. read more

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Waiting for our food was long, 45 minutes waiting for food. I'm Vegan and they brought out 6 pieces of tofu over rice. They brought out 3 more pieces after complaining. Tofu tasted good. Staff is kind but tonight was unacceptable with communication. Manager was nice of enough to sit down and talk to us and give discount. read more

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OH WOW!!! I cannot say enough about this place. Amber & Liz are an amazing team. Liz is so awesome. Super personable. This place is BYOB which is super nice and easy. Bring your own alcohol and save money, then eat their AMAZING food absolutely love this place. read more

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Brenda D.

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Hidden gem located in the Aqua Bamboo hotel. Service was wonderful and the chef was very kind to check up on our table. Food was delicious especially the ahi dishes. Take advantage of their daily specials because it's worth it! Specials were a bit pricier but it was still very filling, full of flavor, and cooked to perfection! read more

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Had the kimchi ahi poke and it was AMAZING, 10/10. Fun vibes, the tables are around the hotel pool and bar. read more

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This place is a hidden gem. It is a new restaurant to go to eat and relax. The service is not the fastest but the food is phenomenal. Everything we ordered was delicious! Ahi steak was fresh, French fries is amazing! Garlic shrimp is perfectly seasoned. It was busy tonight and there was a band playing. Chef Cater came to introduce himself and our server Chaz was attentive. Support local business! I wish you good luck! read more

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Yummy food, really great teriyaki chicken and shrimp. The place right now is doing byob because they don't sell alcohol but it's great, just bring your own booze and enjoy their food- they have sodas and water just no alcohol right now read more

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The food is soooo good!! Kudos to the chef and the staff are so nice, kind and very accommodating! This place is a hidden gem! We are so glad we found this place! You have to experience their food! Mahalo read more

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This is a hidden gem!! First, the staff is extremely kind. During our visit, we came here for dinner twice because of their hospitality. On top of great service, the food is delicious! Chef Cater does a wonderful job (& try his specials)! We will always stop at Ko Tiki when we come back to Waikiki. Mahalo! read more

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Allan L.

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Absolutely loved this place!!! Downtown Honolulu with a decidedly old Hawaii feel, attentive staff and a chef that comes out to talk his vision. Definitely recommend to everyone. read more

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Desmond D.

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Straight fire service was awesome and very friendly best bang for our buck in Waikiki so far cute lil pool front seating will be back!!! Spicy Garlic shrimp was to die for no joke!!!! read more

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2425 Kuhio Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815
Waikiki
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(808) 888-2425
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https://ko-tiki.com

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Hours

What time does Ko Tiki Terrace open?

Ko Tiki Terrace opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Ko Tiki Terrace close?

Ko Tiki Terrace closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Ko Tiki Terrace take credit cards?

Yes, Ko Tiki Terrace takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Ko Tiki Terrace have catering options?

No, Ko Tiki Terrace does not have catering options.

Does Ko Tiki Terrace have a drive thru?

No, Ko Tiki Terrace does not have a drive thru.

Does Ko Tiki Terrace serve alcohol?

Yes, Ko Tiki Terrace serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Ko Tiki Terrace have TVs?

Yes, Ko Tiki Terrace has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Ko Tiki Terrace have bike parking?

Yes, Ko Tiki Terrace has bike parking.

Does Ko Tiki Terrace have outdoor seating?

Yes, Ko Tiki Terrace has outdoor seating options.

Does Ko Tiki Terrace have parking?

Yes, Ko Tiki Terrace has parking options. Garage Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Ko Tiki Terrace wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Ko Tiki Terrace is wheelchair accessible.

Does Ko Tiki Terrace allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Ko Tiki Terrace allows outdoor smoking.

Does Ko Tiki Terrace have free WiFi?

Yes, Ko Tiki Terrace has free WiFi.

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Aloha! We are open EVERY DAY from 5pm until 10pm. Currently its is BYOB!! The last seating is at 9pm daily, but we offer takeout orders all the way until 10pm!! Kō Tiki Terrace is a recently opened casual restaurant and bar with roots deep in the Hawaiian soil. The setting is in the classic boutique Bamboo Hotel, just mere steps from Waikiki beach. The seating is laid out around a lava rock encrusted pool and waterfall, encircled by trees and palms over a half century old. The tables are made of slabs of historic Hawaiian wood (some over 150 years old) which had fallen naturally. The relaxed open air restaurant invites all people, whether in swimwear, sandy or barefooted, all are welcome! The flavors we offer are born from this land and were brought about by the colliding and communing between many cultures, and the forging of many friendships at this junction between the East and the West. We offer seasonally available Ulu (breadfruit), Kava ('Awa), fresh caught fish and locally grown fruits and papayas. Our Garlic Sauce has been world renowned for a decade. Our Pesto is made with Thai basil grown on the north shore and Big Island Macadamia nuts. And true to our name, Kō, we fresh press our Kahuku sugarcane into the sweetest juice to quench your thirst. Welcome to KŌ

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Deck.

great food, GREAT drinks, great customer service, amazing atmosphere. and what other restaurant is…read moregiving free prosecco?!?! deck on TOP. local girl approved.

Great place for lunch with a nice view, tasty food, good service, island ambiance…read more Food 5/5 : We really enjoyed the French toast burger -delicious and a serving hearty enough for 2 o3 people. Sweet and savory together in a unique yummy preparation . The ricotta cheese pancake is a huge fluffy cloud and big enough to share. There are some nice mocktails also. Service: 5:5 Service was excellent thanks to our attentive, efficient, pleasant server, Patrick. Facility: 4/5 Island style. Open with ocean breezes, shaded and sunny tables, and a great view of Diamond Head . Only small poolside restrooms that also serve the pool, so be watchful of the wet floor. Parking is discounted hotel Valet parking starting at $10 -or you can park nearby on a shaded street and walk for a block or so, or park at the zoo. Location 5/5 conveniently located near the zoo and on the third floor in the hotel. This was a very positive dining experience and we would like to return soon. .

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Lulu's Waikiki

Micha, was an amazing bartender, very quick, respectful and professional!!!!! 5 stars!!!!!!read more

This restaurant is amazing! Our server Josh was honestly the best I've had, he was very friendly…read moreand talkative and he was like that with all his tables! The food was also very good, I had the Avocado Swiss burger and it was delicious. Bigs portions too.

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The Christmas Bar

4.1(53 reviews)

Family-owned & operated

Full bar

So happy to finally have been able to go to The Christmas Bar! It's definitely one of the most…read moredecorated and festive Christmas pop-ups here, and I loved the fun drinks and staff dressed up to the theme so overall it was a great setting to feel the holiday spirit. Thankfully we got here before the line got long and the room itself felt pretty stuffy since it was packed, so my family and I moved to a corner with the AC where it was cooler and had less people so it gave us more breathing room. Tips: There's free validated parking for 3 hours, use the restroom before going into the bar since you have to get back in line if you leave the bar, and have only one person in your party wait up front for your drinks since it's crowded near the bartenders. Hope you all had fun this holiday season!

We had an amazing time at The Christmas Bar! My…read moremother-in-law and I visited with my two boys (early hours are recommended if you're bringing kids). The decorations were unbelievable. Service was friendly and fast. Our drink choices were yummy! I had the Old Fashioned, my son had the Hot Chocolate, and my mil had the Clausmopolitan. This place is a really nice escape when you live in HI and don't get to truly feel like it's Christmas time!

Ceiling

Drinks

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Grinch Mojito, Apple Moonshine, and Butter Beer.

Cuckoo Coconuts Waikiki

4.0(827 reviews)

0.4 mi•Waikiki

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Chill bar with tasty frozen drinks. Quick service with various drink options and some good eats as…read morewell. Looks like there's a band section but they weren't playing when we went earlier in the day. Would come again for another freezey drink!

I found a tiki bar in Waikiki and was in the mood for a blue Hawaiian. Honestly, the experience…read moredidn't live up to the hype. For nearly $20 a drink, serving them in plastic cups felt underwhelming. The pricing is also not it- they add a 15% service fee automatically, and then ask for a tip on top of that during checkout. Spending $42 on two basic drinks felt like a poor value. The only saving grace was probably the live music, but it was too loud to even have a conversation.

Cheese fries blue Hawaiian and pina colada

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Band

Suzie Wong's Hideaway

4.7(287 reviews)

0.9 mi•Waikiki

•$

Super fun old divey bar, nice mix of locals and tourists. Great service, strong drinks.read more

Stumbled upon this nice dive bar after grabbing dinner with my cousin and his gf! The interior…read moremakes you forget for a sec you are in Hawaii and not the SF Marina Bars haha. Lots of tables to cater for large groups and a bunch of dart machines available -- you do have to pay to play. There was no set menu and the bartender was nice to let us know that if we shoot her a name of a drink she can make it for us. I got a Midori Sour and it was perfect! Not super strong and more of a melon flavor. Price was decent at $15. I'd say make sure you know the names of a couple drinks beforehand. They did have a couple of specials with one being an "18 year old Filipino Girl"....Okay.... A bit of a weird crowd though with a couple creepy men, so come in a large group! There were a good amount of people in their 20-30s, but the ambiance wasn't giving after some instances.

Interior

T&T Tall - yes plwase

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Duke's Waikiki

4.0(10.6k reviews)

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I loved this place. We came looking for it and followed the signs for the beach entrance. Don't do…read morethat LOL. It's easier to just enter through the front of the Outrigger Hotel. When you come through the beach, you have the option of dining at the bar, which seems to be a totally different experience. The bar serves burgers and other bar foods, and we wanted something a little less casual. After entering through the bar, we ended up having to go to the desk inside. They added my name and took down my phone number to text when the table is ready. This place is huge. There is indoor seating with lots of grass "skirt" trim around some of the ceiling and bars, and the upholstery of the dining chairs are different colorful aloha prints. On the deck there are think torches and umbrellas and string lights. On the level just a few steps down are more umbrella tables and some musicians playing Hawaiian music. All around are photos of the famous Olympic champion, surgery, and actor Duke Kahanamoku. Much to my surprise, as I was looking around while waiting for a table, a girl asked if I was Denise. They didn't text me; rather, they jot down a brief description so they can just look around and find you. She sat us on the beach deck. Our server was fantastic, so friendly with lots of explanations and recommendations. They use an ordering system and it's fun like a week liked machine. Hubby's beer was delivered to our table before our server even walked away! We both ordered the teriyaki sirloin steak with mashed potatoes. It. Was. Freaking. Delicious. I was full, but couldn't stop eating because it was so good. Dukes is really a place where you know you are in Hawaii--the decor, the food, the music, the friendly service. If you come to Honolulu and don't come to Duke's, you'll be missing out.

The last time I visited Duke's, it was a pretty chill experience, but now not so much. If you do…read morenot know the backstory of Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, visit their web page or do an AI thing. he lived a very full life. So, Duke's is now located right on the beach inside the Outrigger Hotel. How many of these darn Outrigger's are there in Waikiki? These guys got it down pat. No shoes, no shirt, no worries. At the bar, the service is excellent. Even when they are slammed, you can have a conversation with the barkeeps. Their craft cocktails are on point. A must order is the Duke's Mai Tai, their signature cocktail made with fresh Hawaiian juices & two types of rum. Surprisingly, they offer a breakfast, lunch, and dinner prime rib buffet. We just ordered off the menu. Surprise number two, the food is excellent. We ordered the Duke's Nachos with kalua pork. Our nachos arrived piled high with black beans, jalapeños, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, and Colby-Jack cheese, and of course, shredded pork. A local ice-cold draft beer was a perfect accompaniment. They did have live music one early evening, and the place was rockin' You can make a reservation online, and if you want a sit-down experience, make a reservation. We made a reservation for an early lunch, and we were able to easily secure two seats at the bar.

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The Beach Bar

4.0(690 reviews)

0.2 mi•Waikiki

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Ask for the ube pina colada (or chichis if you prefer vodka)…read more.. Got these on a previous trip, and they continue to not disappoint. What was even better was because we were staying at the Sheraton, we had $150 in credit to use on these. So good. Fresh and not overly sweet ube flavor. One of my favorite cocktails on island. Staff and ambiance on the beach are great.

You do come here for the view which at sunset is unreal! The staff was also super friendly too…read moredespite it being packed during the sunset time. The hotel is beautiful as well! The food was just so/so. The catch of the day was a little dry and the salad on paper sounded excited but was sort of one note. Hotel prices in comparison to food taste make it not so desirable but I think a lot of people come here for drinks so I would probably opt for that next time!