**1/5 Stars - Absolutely Horrible Experience** I've never been so uncomfortable at a bar in my life. The drinks were average at best, nothing to write home about, but that's the least of my concerns. The real issue was the staff. I reached for a straw at the bar, and before I could even grab it, one of the bartenders SLAPPED my hand away. No apology -- just outright aggression for a completely harmless action, it's a straw... I understand that bartenders can be busy, but that was completely uncalled for. I'm not here to be treated like I'm doing something wrong for trying to get a straw! Between the rude behavior and the mediocre drinks, I won't be returning. Definitely not worth the experience. Regret even tipping. read more

One of my favorite bars in the city! Super fun and aesthetic ambience with a great selection of drinks. I like that drinks are inspired by flavors from around the world. It's a fun way to sample flavors you don't normally get to try. I tried the pandan and coconut water drink (so smooth and delicious). The service was great too with bartenders giving us great recommendations. Love this place and will definitely be back again. read more

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This review is for their Sippin Santa pop up! Really cute decorations in side. They vibe was gorgeous! The drinks were all tasty but also upwards of $18 per drink which I think is on the pricer end of all the other holiday bars I've been to this season and offered more in terms of space and activity. This bar is a smaller space, more intimate. But still overall a great time with tasty, cute, and festive drinks. They also offer scorpion bowls! read more

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I was here for an informal work get together a few weeks ago and it was alright. Most drinks were $15-20 but there were a few that were simple and cheaper (e.g. Pink Flamingo, which was a girly highball that was enough for me). Clever names on a lot of them, and the bar is spacious-ish for something in the city. I see the other reviews here but maybe it's different for regulars. We were in a fairly large group of 20+. Personally, I thought the service wasn't all that friendly - the bartender was grumpy and snappy when we had to let my manager know one of our group members had lost her ID and was leaving the group to go back to the hotel to find it. She was clearly not about to order a drink, and we got a grumpy response from the bartender about her presence being a liability. She left as requested and fwiw she was also very stressed out and the rest of us were patrons. Later in the evening, the same guy made drinks super fast but I could not hear a word to anything I asked about payment for the group or how the bar needed us to split the bill. read more

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This was a place that I wasn't really aware of until we passed by it a couple days ago and saw that it was super decked out inside for the holidays. Naturally, out of curiosity we decided to check it out to see what was going on inside. In terms of holiday spirit and Christmas vibes, Kona is the best decorated bar that I've been to so far in San Francisco. With a ton of string lights everywhere and Christmas decor galore, if you're big on celebrating the holidays then this place is for you! One thing I do have to mention is that there is a $10 cover fee to get in, which we weren't expecting and which we had to pay on venmo. The drinks here also are on the pricier side (with cocktails being around $18). I decided to get the "Island of Misfit Toys", which had things like Jamaican Rum, Chai, Cream, Pumpkin Puree, Cinnamon, and Lemon so it tasted like an alcoholic pumpkin spice latte. I'm usually a fan of sweeter drinks, so I was a fan of it and the presentation was nice. Overall, if you like Christmas decorations then this place is good to visit. However, it is on the pricier side with the cover fee so that may deter some people from returning. read more

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Came for Sippin Santa. So much fun. It's almost worth trying every drink just to see the different mugs. Not surprisingly, the drinks are most rum based. Love the way they decorated the place. Super casual atmosphere with friendly service. read more

I've been here twice - once on a normal friday night and again during their holiday pop up bar. Parking is horrible in this area fyi. Walking in, you are transported to a new world. I love all their decorations. It's very instagramable. I enjoy their cocktails mainly because they are a little more unique. I hate it when bars repurpose normal drinks and just change the name to make it sound fancier without adding their own twist. During the holiday pop up, they put drinks in the cutest cups! The reason this gets a 5 star is because of their bar staff. They go above and beyond. They are always so polite and really look like they enjoy working there. It's so easy to strike up a conversation with them. read more

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The Sippin' Santa pop-up during the holiday season was such a treat! We came on a Thursday evening around 7pm (there was no cover) and even had to wait in a short line before being let in. The bar was totally decked out in Tiki x Christmas decor, and there were also fun leis you could take and wear around. The cocktails were $18 each and came in super cool & photo-worthy drinkware (you have to give your ID so as to deter theft.) I had the "Sharkey's First Christmas" drink which came in such a cute mug and tasted delicious. You gotta stop by here during the holidays for amazing vibes and drinks! read more

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Came here for the Christmas pop-up & it's my first time being here in general. It's a cool spot for sure. It was a decent Christmas setup for sure and the place filled up pretty fast after opening at 5. Drinks are around $18+each which is obviously not cheap but hey you're paying for the ambiance too. The service was good, prompt, fast. The drinks were very good, though I only had the same one twice, as seen in my pic. After tax & any fees you're looking at $20ish a drink. Are they worth it? No, I don't think any cocktail anywhere is worth $20 unless it's made with the finest liquors. But the drinks were delicious. My only gripe about the place are the barstools. Here's why: the stools are fine BUT either the bar to treat your feet on needs to be raised up or the seats need to be lowered. I'm 5'8 and the bar is too low so my feet dangle and it's uncomfortable after awhile. read more

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We found this place thanks to Eater SF, and I loved it! It was a perfect balance of lively and intimate. There are plenty of bar seats and tables. You don't see the inside seating area until you walk in. The lighting is perfect. It was dim but not dark. The deco reminded me of a fun night market in Asia, featuring a painted wall and many posters. This place seems great for hanging out with friends and for dates. The service was great! Now let's talk about the drinks, I was so impressed. The menus features drinks inspired by different regions, and the drinks go from sweetest to not that sweet from top to bottom for each region. I tried the "save me a piece of corn," which features tequila, falernum, averna, atole del elote, and horchata. It was so unique and hard to describe. It's like an alcoholic corn juice. I would recommend giving it a try if you are adventurous, but be prepared that you might not like it because it's so different. My partner tried the "stable horse," which features mezcal, cynar, campari, and sea salt. It was so smooth and easy to drink. There are lots of other interesting drinks on the menu, and I would definitely return to try more! read more

Kona's - save me a piece of corn (right), stable horse (left) - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

It's so rare to find a groovy bar with no wait and no people breathing down your neck. SO lucky I stumbled upon this spot walking around Union Square! The vibes here are immaculate. I was there pretty early, around 7 pm on a Friday. An employee checked out our vax cards before we sat down, there were a few people at the bar and two bigger parties seating at tables. This bar is pretty small. Bartenders were very knowledgable and apparently well traveled! lol Ours was explaining how everyone that works there travels or traveled frequently. The menu is super innovative, basically taking you to a different part of the world with their cocktails. I love themes and creative drinks, so much fun! I stayed in the Americas for my first drink with "save me a piece of that corn", super creamy! The atole flavor was much more apparent than the horchata. Then I went to the Middle East with "hard to say Dubai" - I was go for some absinthe drink to see if I hallucinate...I didn't but it was still good. lol Will definitely go back when I'm in SF. read more

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Visited Kona Street Market for the ""Super Asian"" cocktail popup and it was definitely one of the coolest themed pop ups I'd been to. The bar was fully decked with all sorts of decorations that fit the theme but it was really the drinks that stole the show. They were so inventive and combined both beverage and food components to makeup the drink. - Sticky Icky Icky Kikori Rice Whiskey, Mango Rice Coconut Cream, Lustau Fino Sherry, Rum, Pandan Tincture, Banana Leaf, Rice Crispy Treat - Osembei Sazerac Kikori Rice Whiskey, Dickel Rye, Soy Brown Sugar Syrup, Peychauds Bitter, Daijoubu Seaweed Bitters - F.O.B.B Kikori Rice Whiskey, Hojicha Tea, Banana Milk, Brown Rice Maple Syrup, Cacao Bean, Kinako Cream - In the Name of the Moon Kikori Rice Whiskey, Sweetened Black Sesame, Glutinous Rice Ball, Chinese Licorice, Root Tincture, Chinese Brown Sugar, Ginger Broth - Twin Dragon Sour Brown Butter Fat, Washed Kikori Whiskey, Almond Cookie Syrup, Lemon Juice, Asian Citrus Blend, Egg White, Li Hing Mui Angostura Unfortunately, this popup was just a one time in this location read more

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I came here before Halloween and the decor and drink menu were all themed. The drinks were fun and delicious. It was perfect place to pop in for a beverage or two to get into the spirit of the moment. read more

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Went here for the Xmas bar pop-up and the interior was nice and festive. Everything from the design to the Christmas themed drinks and the music playing were on theme. Service was great and they were very organized with the ordering of drinks and serving our party. The Christmas themed cocktails tasted great (I ordered the Holiday on Ice) and I loved that there wasn't a cover charge. I'd say this was definitely worth the experience. I have to visit Kona's again when they do other themed pop-ups. read more

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I've been to Kona a couple times now, once for their xmas pop-up and another time for the halloween one. Overall, I think the location is super fun and I'm really glad to have it there just south of Market on 3rd. It brings personality to an area that is a bit dull. The xmas pop-up was definitely my favourite. The decorations were on point and so were the drinks. The halloween pop-up had pretty good decorations, but I thought the drinks were a little lackluster. I believe they were doing that event in partnership with another company, so that limits the input they can put into the drinks. Similarly, the music for the halloween event was not exactly what I'd call traditional spooky. If you're going for something like the above, there may be a line ahead of their open time. Particularly in the holiday season, depending on what else is going on, it becomes somewhat of a destination (ie, avoid coming here for Santacon!) So plan ahead! read more

Came here for the Christmas pop-up themed bar and really love the decorations, drinks, and overall vibe/atmosphere! While it's a bit less convenient to make your way to FiDi area just for this bar, I think it's well worth it. We came on a Thursday night and it wasn't too packed with standing room still available and tables turnover relatively quickly. The Christmas + beach theme was super cute and decorations all over the place with Christmas movies on the TV and music really brought the cheer- get leid right when you walk in! Friendly and attentive servers too. Really loved the drinks too! They come in these festive mugs that are super cute and can be purchased if you want to get an ad gift for friends or family. Loved all the drinks we got, which was most of the menu haha, but my favorite for taste was the Jingle Bird and the favorite for the looks was obviously the Sippin' Santa. Such a cute mug!!! read more

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Had such a nice time at Kona's! My wife and I were doing some weekend daytime bar-hopping; our last stop was Kona's. I am certain they get busy later in the evening, but we arrived a little after they opened and there was lots of open seating. The drinks were good. Strong and good. The space felt playful; I could imagine it full of folks having a good time. read more

Kona's - daiquiri; it was good! - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came to this bar for a happy hour after work with my coworkers. We found it a bit dark but I'm not sure if that's usually the case since it's currently decorated for Halloween. The cocktails were $18 and not too bad. They didn't taste too strong. read more

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Came to check out the Christmas decor and drinks here with a friend on a Thursday night around 9 pm, and it was HOPPING. When we first got there , it was super packed and folks were standing very close to each other. Definitely not for the covid conscious. The crowd started clearing out around 9:30/10, and we were finally able to snag a table and sit around 9:30. Along with a covid vaccination and ID check, you also have to pay $10 cover to get in. If I had known about this and about how crowded it would be beforehand, I don't know if I would've gone. The decor was cute though, with Christmas wrapping paper plastered over all the walls and lights everywhere. There are a variety of holiday cocktails on the menu, all for $18 each. I tried the Sipping Santa and my friend tried the Azul Navidad, but we ended up swapping drinks as the Azul Navidad was too coconut-y and sweet for my friend. I really enjoyed it though. We also shared the 2 person bowl (Mistletoe-to-Toe, $36), which also was good. Based on the description, I assume it's a strong drink, but luckily it didn't taste too alcoholic. read more

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This is a review on their Sippin' Santa holiday tiki pop-up: Loved coming here during the holidays! Their tiki pop-up is so festive. There is wrapping paper all over the walls, holiday music blasting, and a dancing Santa. The drinks are all themed with punch bowls called "Mistletoe-to-toe" and of course a "Sippin' Santa." I ordered the White Russian Christmas, which was delicious. I hope they make this an annual tradition! read more

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I've been meaning to come out to downtown to try this bar for a while. After hearing that the LA bar, Thunderbolt, was coming for a takeover for AAPI cocktail week, I had to give it a try. The team is same that started Pacific Cocktail Haven, another great bar in sf. The decor is really cute and festive giving an indoor outdoor cinema vibe. The menu was really good all around. The falsetto has a good combo of the mezcal and passionfruit and the foam makes the smokiness less intimidating. The fu gwaa (bittermelon in Cantonese) was an interesting one. The li hing is very intense and kinda washes out the bittermelon shochu. The service is really friendly and fast and I would absolutely recommend coming here. I am excited to try the regular menu at some point as well. read more

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Our absolute favorite cocktail bar while in SF, we even came twice within the short time we were there! We were lucky enough to get a seat at the bar because it wasn't crowded and had an awesome conversation with the bartender who was super knowledgeable about the drinks and made great recommendations. All the drinks we had were great. The service was top notch, they always had our waters refilled. Highly recommend for their unique and delicious cocktails and amazing crew! read more

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Kona's Street Market reminds me of Asia so much! It feels like you're in a night market with a few friends having a great time. The owners are the same people behind PCH, the crafty drinks on the menu kinda gives it away too :) I love how their drinks are sectioned off by continents and tons of great, creative flavors that works so well. My favorite was the Red & Blue, the jackfruit whip was amazing. While it's a bit dark in here, you quickly forget and your eyes adjust to the colorful neon lights and light bulbs overhead. This spot is not as crowded as other cocktail bars which is great because you'll for sure get a seat. A good to know, their tables offer table service :) read more

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Super late post on this Christmas pop up in SF. We wanted to meet somewhere that wasn't too deep into the city and easily accessible from the freeway. We chose Kona's Street Market for a Tuesday night after 8pm a week or two before Christmas. I think it's a great pop up that doesn't have a line out the door where you're fighting or waiting in a long line to order drinks, find a seat or spot, or to take pics. We might have been lucky because it was raining on a weekday so people probably weren't going out. Anyways it's close to 80 and there's street parking nearby. No line, and we got a table and there's a server that comes around and takes your orders which is great. The music also isn't so loud so we can actually have conversations we can hear. The downside is that they don't sell any food. The bathrooms are public sharing all the way in the back. All of the cocktails are about $18, they have a tiki bowl and some shots. We just got 2 drinks each which was like over a $40 bar trip/happy hour. Me and my friend both started off with the Ho Ho Hot Buttered Rum which was perfect for that cold rainy day. We also got other drinks based upon the cup, kind of wanted tequila-- Sharkey's First Christmas, Yule Tide, Merry Spritsmas, and Sippin Santa. They keep inve fort of the cups because people try to take them. Service was great, the drinks were awesome but a little pricey. I'd like to see this place when it's not the holidays but I'd highly recommend this spot if you're looking for a Christmas pop up around the holidays! read more

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A cool place to grab a drink during the Holidays. The Christmas atmosphere inside is all around. Good service and drinks. A festive and fun place. read more

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This cocktail bar is everything I've been missing this past year. Craft cocktails isn't something I make at home, and when you find a spot that gets you excited for every sip, you know you've found a winner. The red and blue was my favorite, not sure what ingredients went into it, but it was the jackfruit whip cream that made the drink for me. I haven't had a thing taste like that before, unreal. The banana one was alright, it didn't hit like the red and blue but it came in a really cool cup. The cocktail menu is innovative, creative and very well thought out. Drinks average around $15, and for what you are getting, to me it's worth it. I went on a weekday with some friends and the bar was nearly empty. The crowds haven't come back yet, but when they do, I believe this is going to be a go-to spot for a lot of people. Worth a stop if you are in the area. read more

Definitely a cute holiday bar, the decorations that fuse tiki with Santa is a very enjoyable festive experience. I'm curious why there was a pit bull neon Leon, but I'm with it. The Azul Navidad is the winning cocktail for me, but the holiday shot they had was a nice mint chip or peppermint mocha-esque drink. The others were a bit too sweet for my liking and at $18 I felt that was a bit of a downer, so that's the minus star. However, Jonathan (i think that was his name) provided stellar service. Also, if you're COVID conscious, I don't recommend it, can be semi cramped and it's also pretty loud in there. It's definitely a "basic" vibe but once in awhile I can hang with it. I'd definitely come back for a non festive outing to see how the menu differs. read more

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The coolest bar you'll ever go to! Love the vibe the staff the decor, the drinks were amazing ! Vaccinated people only! Applause for that! Keep doing it what you're doing guys! You have a great thing going! read more

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Outdoor review: Came here 4/3 before indoor dining opened. Reservation via Tock and a 90 minute dining time frame. Drinks and food came out together. Thai curry beef hand pie was delectable! Would come back to try the other regions on the menu - now that I'm rich with dogecoin. read more

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Date & Time: Thursday February 25, 2021 @ 5:30pm Hot Date: The Husband- this is the best we could do today for the tiktok 4 course meal challenge Scene: Full House in Ten by Babaton Blazer + Skirts & J'ador SlingBacks. This is What the City is About; People from All Walks Coming Together w/ Great Drinks, Food & Music. Let the good times roll Music: Cool Beats Decor: Vacay Vibes. Make Rezzies & Dine Al Fresco Service: Upbeat & Sweet. The Star is their Doggie Making the Rounds & The Gentleman is 10/10 Imbibe: The Red & Blue Total: $38.36 read more

Kona's - vibey bar - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Chill vibes where you're able to catch up with friends since it's not blasting loud music inside. The Blushing Dragon was very sweet which hid the taste of the alcohol well. The inside had TVs were playing some anime, a Japanese cat poster, ceiling with string lights hanging across, and some stools that looked like they were from a school portable. read more

A friend suggested we go here for drinks after dinner. We were a group of 8. The place was crowded, but a server came up to our group and grabbed a drink order. We had to hand over a few IDs for the bar to keep, because apparently patrons were stealing their Santa ceramic glasses, so they kept your ID till you returned the glass. I eventually tabbed out for the group, trying to help the busy server, having everyone Venmo me. When the bill came, I asked why it was so high. I had already paid the bill when I was told there was a 22% gratuity added to the bill for large groups. This is a bar, no food is served, but they still charged tax--increasing the bill $88 for 14 drinks. A drink was $18, BUT it was $18 + 4 tip + $3 tax = $25 per drink?!?! The service (even the door guys) was timely and friendly, the atmosphere and decor where great, and the drinks were yummy. We all just left feeling a little cheated. read more

Kona's - Bill for 14 drinks including almost $100 in tip (22%) they added without comment, and taxes :/ - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here on a Wednesday. It wasn't busy, and the servers were fabulous. I live in San Diego but I came here because I go to San Francisco for work and I follow a dog on Instagram named Apollo The Frenchie. He goes there all the time with his dad and I was hoping to run into him. That's the only reason why I came. But I was pleasantly surprised by the cocktail selection, and how wonderful the wait staff were. I would definitely recommend this place even if you don't get to see Apollo the Frenchie. The bartender gave me a suggestion for a drink, which I was not a fan of. I felt bad telling him I didn't like it and he came over and asked, but I told him it was good and my friends told him I wasn't a fan . He said that he could tell I didn't like it . So he made me another drink and didn't charge me for the one I didn't like. I appreciate bartenders that are aware of their surroundings, and can tell when someone doesn't like a drink. I definitely recommend this place to anyone in San Francisco if they're looking for a really cool cocktail bar. read more

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Came on a busy Saturday evening before last call, wanted to try out this new cocktail bar that's sister to PCH! Indoor seating had tables pretty close together due to the smaller space, the overhead lights were well decorated but overall ambiance was a bit too bright IMO. Also the bathroom situation was interesting - it's all the way past the back door into a shared hallway space that's very brightly lit, sometimes you may need a key to get in if one of the individual bathroom doors weren't shut correctly. Drinks were decent, very creative menu. Nothing too memorable, but looking to try more in the future. Was a little disappointed with the meat pie - it's basically two stuffed parathas, very oily, pretty sure they just heated it up, not worth the $16. Maybe we they were understaffed considering all the tables were filled but it was hard to get someone's attention, and we didn't get water until the very end. One big plus is that they practiced COVID health protocols pretty well - you can only order through the waiter/waitresses, not at the bar. read more

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Kona was a great time as we arrived in SF. A great vibe to start off our trip! The happy hour espresso martini was yummy with different options on the HH menu. People were sweet she helpful. read more

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Went here on a Wednesday for Happy Hour to meet up with some friends. Small place and can easily be missed. Ambiance is nice once you enter. I tried their Boracay Old Fashioned. Pretty solid stuff. It tastes like being on the beach back home in the Philippines. Plenty of other cocktails on the menu as well. Reasonably priced too. Will definitely be back if I'm ever in the area and in need of a beverage or several. read more

Kona's - Inside the bar - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

If you are looking for Christmas vibes this is it!!! They are all decked out for the holidays with a festive menu to match. I got the toddy and for $18, which was an increase from the $14-$15 per drink on their regular a couple months back. My drink was lukewarm and very sweet, I would have liked it a little hotter. But service is quick! The sign at the door says there is a $10 cover but there wasn't on a Thursday evening. read more

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Not a bad bar, quite close to MoMA. Ordered 2 drinks: Iran so Far Away (Cavados, Gin, Quince, Celery, Salted Melon Seed, Pear, Basil Bitters) and Boracay Old Fashioned ( Sapphire East Gin, Pandan, Bay Leaf, Coconut Water, Blanc vermouth, Calamansi) Both good cocktails, interesting recipes, priced at $15 each. Wasn't serving food the night we went.. hope they start again, will definitely revisit and try more cocktails! read more

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After work, a few friends and I went to Kona's Street Market for their Happy Hour! Our waitress was so attentive and helpful, and we asked for her recommendations. For their Happy Hour, I ordered the Milk Punch, and I loved it! It tastes sweet, light and fruity like a flavored soju. Wish I got more of these during their HH. Their regular menu was filled with interesting sounding drinks, and I decided to try to red and blue. It came with a slightly salty foam on top, and the drink itself was very strong. Even when mixing it, I can't say that I thoroughly enjoyed my drink. I tried my friends' other cocktails and they were just ok to me. Overall verdict is that I probably wouldn't come here unless it's for their Happy Hour. read more

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[TLDR: Busy but not crowded, pricey drinks, cute decor and glasses.] In true holiday fashion, I wanted to spend my Friday night getting into the festive spirit. We wound up at Kona's after a sister bar of theirs had a line around the corner that we weren't keen to wait in for a near-identical experience. We made the right call because there was no line at Kona's, and the decor inside was--in the best way--over the top. Similarly, most of their drinks come in custom-made ceramic mugs/glasses that I was tempted to sneak home, but they were one step ahead: you have to lend the bartender your ID, and it's returned when you give back the mug. (Sorry to your bar cart at home!) The drinks were tasty, albeit expensive, but I felt like I got a fair amount that wasn't half ice (unlike some bars). Unless I missed something, no food or snacks on the menu. The bartenders were friendly and stayed busy the whole night. I'm glad I gave this place a try! read more

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