Stopped in on a weeknight with my husband and parents, and seated right away. Good mix of people at…read morethe bar just for drinks and couples/groups at tables for food. My dad loved every beer he tried, and my mom appreciated that they had a hard cider too. My husband and I were digging the cocktails!! Whatever you do, don't leave this place without ordering a pizza!! Server was accommodating and I was able to build my own pizza with toppings rather than select from menu, which was really kind. The crust was SO GOOD! Perfectly thin, but chewy and crispy all at the same time. Definitely will be back when in Kailua again!

We came on their weekly Trivia night (Tuesdays) and thought the ambience was lively and welcoming…read more The seating arrangements reminded us of Europe, perfect for the sunset. We sat on a lovely blue bench outside while waiting for a table during one of the busiest nights of the week. We were seated quickly by Kaiko, a very kind young man. Even while waiting, service was great, other workers were always checking up on us. We got the Porter and it was delectable. Trivia was electric, but more difficult than anticipated. At the bar, one of the barbacks Lohi was very personable, and took great care of us. We will definitely be back!!!

Food was great and service from Teagan was stellar! She was attentive and made great suggestions,…read moreeven though we come frequently it was great talking with her. Although this does make like 6 years since the merch table was actually usable as a shuffleboard. We used to spend 5-6 hours every Friday on it when they first got it pre-covid! It might be time to bring it back.... Please.? Pretty Please!

Walked in, seated myself in a clean table as it says on the sign when you check in. I was…read moreimmediately greeted by a server that hen another that took my order. I was in search of a burger for today and they offered the MCB burger with garlic fries. I'm excited to try..... Just. A few notes... bar is busy, ambience at 3pm is nice, not dark and dinghy. The music is at a great volume not to loud or to soft. I see family's with younger kids enjoying themselves. Everyone seems friendly with a few sassy severs with fake smiles. They walk by you without acknowledging you definitely fixable to smile and greet every guest. The. Urgent was delivered within 15 minutes and was exactly as described on menu. The Brownie Sunday is also served warmed and delish. The garlic fries was okay not worth the upsell for sure. All in all the meat was great... let's see the cost with out a drink. I didn't get nothing to drink not even water. However I was offered multiple times by my server. All in all the experience as a solo diner was great... server was tentative and sweet...Kennedy was her name which I found out after getting my bill. Note to Kennedy... intros are the key to a successful connection to your guest. We want to know who you are! Thank you

Hana Koa Brewing is definitely worth the drive or bike ride because it's not in Waikiki, but the…read moretrip is absolutely worth it if you're looking for something a little different from the traditional beers you can get anywhere. The space has a more upscale feel, with a really nice vibe inside and plenty of tables. They have a great selection beyond their own beer, including cocktails, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, and guest taps. I especially loved that they offered smaller beer pours, which let me try several different beers without committing to a full pour of each. I was there for the beer, and I definitely wasn't disappointed! I was also really impressed by the food menu. They had lunch specials that sounded fantastic, and they even offer a brunch menu with special brunch cocktails. I wasn't hungry enough to try the food this time, but it definitely gives me a reason to come back. Great beer, a beautiful space, and lots of options for everyone. Definitely recommend adding Hana Koa to your Oahu brewery list!

Officially priced out of this establishment (like many others). The beer is good, don't get me…read morewrong, but two beers, with tip, $31 (no food). I get it, it's where things are now in 2026, but instead of going out to restaurants and bars ten to twelve times a month, I find myself doing all my own cooking and only going out once or twice a month now (if that). Sad, I liked this place. Other breweries are following, although not THIS expensive yet.

I live in San Jose, CA but cover Hawaii as part of my territory. I worked with Mel at Aloha beer…read moreto host a reseller training event in their private room. I booked them sight unseen. Great customer service, preparation and overall customer service. Would gladly host a follow up event next quarter with the Aloha team. Thanks Chris Szarlacki

Great place to hangout with friends and pet friendly. The bar tender were welcoming and attentive,…read morewhile very busy serving those outside of the bar too. Came in during happy hour, the portions are smaller than normal hours and smaller menu. If you order outside of the smaller menu, you will pay full price. Ordered several beers and food. The beers are worth the trip. The Kahlúa nachos were ok, I will be trying something different when I come back. Note, you will pay a 3% kitchen fee when calculating your tip. Learned that they will vouch your parking. Overall positive how are you doing, sir? Are you able to get on base? Are you able to get on base base? The address is on base. Are you able to get on there? OK go ahead and drive and then you may have to drop me off at the front gate.

Good food, okay service. I stood at the host stand for quite a while with the rest of my party…read morewhile we waited for a host to ever notice us. Finally, got seated and a server eventually came by. The pepperoni rolls are delicious as always. We tried the paniolo burger (excellent) and the It's a Gouda burger (good, but I couldn't really taste the aioli or the Gouda). The mac salad on the side is fairly good although I prefer Zippy's because it's more flavorful. Kona's is a bit on the bland side. I got an itty bitty beer to go with my drink and didn't realize that the 5 ounce pour was basically the size of one of their little taster flight beers, but it's $4.25, where the 10 ounce is $6.25. Kind of wish my server had pointed out the 10 ounce is a better value, but they were extremely casual and seemed pretty distracted the whole time, so I don't think they thought to mention it. The 15% off for kama'aina makes the food a better deal. A nice place for a bite to eat and to try some interesting beers and seltzers on tap.

A Sad Decline of What Used to Be a Hawaii Kai Institution…read more It honestly saddens me to write this review because I have been coming to Kona Brewing Company in Hawaii Kai regularly for years. Kona used to be a place where the community gathered--locals would stop in for a drink, grab some food, catch up with friends, and enjoy the atmosphere. It was a thriving neighborhood restaurant and bar that felt like a true part of the Hawaii Kai community. Unfortunately, over the past couple of years, I have watched a noticeable decline in service, food, atmosphere, and management. On my recent visit, I was struck by how empty the bar was. This used to be a place that was bustling with locals and regular customers. Many of the people I used to see there regularly have simply gone elsewhere. The menu is a fraction of what it used to be, with far fewer choices and portions that seem considerably smaller. For an establishment of this size and reputation, the current menu is disappointing and doesn't offer the variety or value I remember. The service has also suffered. Some longtime bartenders seem less interested in customer satisfaction than they once were. I can't say whether that is a reflection of management, staffing issues, or declining morale, but there certainly seems to be a disconnect between the people working there and the customers they're supposed to be serving. When employees don't feel supported or appreciated by management, unfortunately, the customers often feel the effects. And then there's the ambience. Kona used to have an energy--a feeling that you were walking into a neighborhood gathering place. That feeling has largely disappeared. I don't write this review because I want to see Kona fail. Quite the opposite. I remember when Kona Brewing Company was a thriving part of our community, and I would love nothing more than to see it return to that level of service, quality, and community spirit. There are still good people there, and I believe the establishment has tremendous potential. But something needs to change. Management needs to listen to the longtime customers and the employees, take a hard look at what has changed, and find a way to bring back the Kona that Hawaii Kai used to love. It's genuinely sad to watch the decline of what was once such a fine establishment and an important gathering place for our community

Beer Lab in Pearlridge is absolutely amazing! The service is always on point, the food is hot and…read morefresh, and there's so much cool energy happening there. Plus, their karaoke nights are a blast -- and there's so much more to enjoy! It's one of my favorite go-to spots for drinks and great food, all thanks to the incredible staff -- they're truly the best people! Once you visit, you'll understand why I love this place and the amazing team behind it. Cheers to good vibes, good food, and great company! #BeerLabPearlridge #GoodVibes #KaraokeNight #GreatService #FavoriteSpot

First of all, this is a great place to gather with friends; lots of seating space. Since it's…read morelocated in the uptown Pearlridge Mall, there are lots of parking. As for the food, it is a hit & miss. Some of our party liked their salad w/fried Char Siu chicken, onion rings and tots were also good appetizer food to munch on. Others had the Kalua Pig burger which was real salty. I had their Loco Moco with their dark gravy, which also was a bit too salty. I also chose to have the burger cooked medium well, which was a bit too tough to chew. I should have chosen medium. (An update to my previous post - I upgraded this review to 4 stars, from previous 3. As we left the place, the nice waitress stopped my friend who had the Kalua burger & gave her a new Kalua as the chef threw out the previous batch & made a new one. She loved it. Now who does that in today's world, listened to the customer & make a new batch & even sought out the person to make it right. This is a place to definitely come back to. Awesome Beer Lab!!!) The drinks were their pluses. And their service was excellent. Our waitress was very nice & very attentive. I did like their ordering system thru Toast where you scan a barcode & order & pay before the food gets to you. You can pay individually or as a group. Keep in mind the group tip is set at 20%, but the waitress deserved it.

We walked in at about 5pm and sat at the bar. Brewd has a patio seating, high tops near the…read moreentrance, booths along the inside perimeter and a nice counter top bar through out. There were a few people enjoying drinks and food, and while it is a smaller space, it didnt feel crowded at this time. The bartender was very nice and got our drink orders right away. Anytime I see an espresso martini on the menu, best bet I'm going to order it. And I'm so glad I did! I mentioned the hints of cinnamon and the bartender validated me saying the cold brew is infused with cinnamon sticks. 10/10 reccomend!

Located in Kaimuki on Waialae Avenue, Brew'd is a restaurant/pub spot. There is some parking around…read moreon the street and in a back parking lot. Not sure if it costs money to park in the lot. The place itself has seating inside and outside. We sat outside, and it was a nice evening. The place was not loud and the service was quick. The people working were very sweet! The place felt casual with wood tables and decorations. We decided to order a burger and macaroni. Both came out pretty quickly. The burger and the fries were yummy! The fries were pretty big and were good on their own. The burger was tasty and tasted like it had just the right amount of salt. The macaroni was also very good, with a decent amount in the bowl. We look forward to coming back and trying some other food items!

We visited four breweries during our time on Oahu. Each were fantastic and got better each time. We…read morestarted at Maui Brewing, moved onto Waikiki Brewing, Beer Lab Hi, and finished at Howzit Brewing. Ratings overall beers only: 1) Beer Lab Hi (omakase, super omakase) 2) Howzit (hyperlocal) 3) Maui (OMG hazy, pineapple mana, pineapple chi chi, coconut hiwa) 4) Waikiki (EEH PAH IPA) Each had something unique to offer and were all great visits!

Was sure I had a review for here, no see it now. I like this location since this is where they brew…read morethe beer and only $5 at time of this writing. They also have great pupus, wine selection, whiskeys and bourbons. Like the beer garden, which gives it nice ambience. Parking can be a bit tough but we make do. This time went for 10th anniversary and they were serving 10 ounce logger for 10 cents... not bad.

Wow...great selection of beers. All brewed on site/in house=…read moreAwesome! We even grabbed a pack to take to the beach. A bit of a drive from Waikiki where we stayed but VERY WORTH IT!

Their rueben is the best I've had, it's huge! Lots of meat, great fresh and fluffy rye bread, and…read morenot a heaping amount of thousand island. It was perfect. I absolutely love the food, the staff, and the beer! Not to mention, it is quiet and pretty chill. Just a nice place to hang out with friends for a beer.