So this was the bar in my hotel and it is surely a hidden gem. I grabbed a few drinks and a grilled cheese sandwich while chatting with the bartender and a regular. The grilled cheese was amazing but very heavy on the cheese. I had to pull some of it out(personal preference). The second time I grabbed a panini and that was good as well. It's a small joint, but it has a lot of charm and is worth a visit. read more

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Checked out this boutique hotel bar. It has a pretty good happy hour. Paniolo Lāna'i is in The Equus up the stairs. Has a basic cantina feel with a touch of class. There's mostly cocktails, but there's basic things for breakfast like toast. Bar that's mostly visited by the people staying in this hotel. It's one of those boutique hotels that has a bar inside. They have an entrance that allows anyone to come in and get something. Cocktail menus are limited but there's some ways to save big. It's about $10 for a cocktail at happy hour. Last time we got the Liliko'i Margarita. Had a sourness and sweetness to it. They have no good food options it seems even at breakfast when there's more of a menu. For sure there's a hipness factor. It's located in The Equus on Ala Moana. They have a pretty good atmosphere and it's like being in some nice cabana or something. read more

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This is not the place for a good coffee. While the atmosphere was nice, the coffee just does not live up to the other options in the area. All they have for making coffee is a breville coffee maker that you can find in many people's homes, and a drip coffee dispenser. I noticed them put drip coffee in my latte as well, which is not normal. I really don't think it's the barista's fault that my coffee wasn't good, it's more of an equipment issue. If the owner is reading this, I'd highly recommend them investing in some real coffee equipment if they are going to market themselves as a cafe. Otherwise, I'm sure they are just fine as a bar, but I was hoping for a nice morning coffee experience and did not get that here. Hopefully this helps read more

I really wanted an ice coffee before heading to the airport so I looked up places around my hotel and found this gem. Yulia was the lady who helped me and I told her I wanted a macadamia nut type of iced latte and she said "I know the perfect drink". She started making a concoction with all different organic syrups and even asked my sweetness preference. She was absolutely lovely to talk to and made my last day here amazing. So happy I came across this place. read more

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Saw this coffee bar pop up randomly so I had to give it a try since they were dog friendly! I drove past this area to see where exactly it was in Waikiki and it didn't look too far from Ala Moana. I thought that their coffee art was so cute so I really wanted to come and give them a try. Parking is pretty much non existent here so we walked. Upon getting to the shop we inquired about the coffee art and it appears that the person who does it only works on certain days and the person who was currently there was brand new. We decided to stay since we already came all the way here and our other option was at the other end of Waikiki. I ordered the iced latte and my friend got an Americano. While mine was bearable. Hers was not. Lol. Her coffee was burnt and was hard to even finish. She only had a few sips and called it a day. Maybe I'll come back when the real barista is working, but I'm sure there are other places out there that has better coffee. read more

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We stopped in for coffee, and I wouldn't recommend it for that. It's just a Breville machine with poor-quality coffee--definitely not what you'd expect in a hotel setting. On the bright side, the bartender was great, but if you're looking for good coffee, this isn't the spot. read more

Great Bloody Mary! The bartender was busy and moving fast. My friend raved about the ham and cheese croissant. read more

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This is such a cute western style bar! Had cute lights surrounding the spot with a saddle too. Located upstairs and before you enter the Equus Hotel. Female bartender was really friendly and made great cocktails. Small, hidden little gem located in West Waikiki. You'd probably get discounts if you were staying at the hotel too. Looks to be a cafe during the day time. Would recommend if you're looking for a more calm bar with good drinks. read more

Small intimate venue witha friendly local crowd. espressos martini is excellent. Service is outstanding read more

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It's small and hidden gem. Great snacks and sandwiches. Great for early morning coffee or sunset cocktails.

Smallest bat I've found near the beach. View of the smallest pool too! Limited selection but cold beer and legit Whiskey cocktails with the ice blocks. Always friendly service! read more

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The bar service was impeccable and the Mai Tais cocktails were perfect!! The atmosphere was intimate and special. Very happy!! read more

Paniolo Lanai Bar & Cafe - The bartender was so cool! He let me ride the elevator up a few stories to snap a quick pic of the sunset! So special! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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This is a cute little bar and I noticed them before I stayed at the Equus. I remember walking by with my husband and I said, that's a cute little bar. He wasn't interested in going. But after checking in, we were given a complimentary drink and it was good. Two beers, a rose, or a cocktail and I'm glad that I had that opportunity. The bartender was really nice and clearly loved his job. My husband and I sat down for a while to enjoy our drinks before going out to dinner. The cocktail is made to order and was quite good. The next morning we went down to have a coffee. My husband ordered a bagel with lox and really enjoyed it. Again, the bartender was cutting radishes for the avocado toast and again seemed to enjoy being there. It was raining and cold, but it was fun there during our small stay. So, if I ever come to the area again, I will definitely come there to enjoy a drink and talk to one of the nicest bartenders (both of them) ever. read more

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A friend visited recently and invited me to meet for some drinks. I had walked past the little staircase leading up to Paniolo Bar countless times but finally had an excuse to go. It was a mixed experience to say the least. Loved: the physical bar is cozy and cool. It's situated between two buildings and very easy to get to walking. You feel like you're on a deck with bar stools, seats, and couches all of the outdoor variety. I could not get over how pleasant the cross breeze was despite how hot it was that day. Definitely a little oasis. Other patrons were friendly and clearly happy to be there. I enjoyed watching the hotel guests come in on check-in for their complimentary welcome drink. They also have a great selection of beer in cans and bottles (including many local selections), and liquor. Despite the below, I had a great time and conversation with my friend. Didn't love: the bartender was inattentive to the point of almost completely ignoring us. Not a welcome, no drink order when I sat down. She was unfriendly the entire time, even with a little attitude toward other guests. I can see this might be a negative first impression for visitors. The glassware was dirty as well, I didn't bother saying anything in fear of making service worse. I also was unimpressed watching how they made and handled the food choices behind the bar; order with caution. read more

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Absolutely recommend, easy and I can't believe I hadn't been here before. I will definitely remember to come back here for breakfast, cold coffees on a hot day, lunch sandwiches, and evening drinks. Sandy is the real deal. She's making the day for everyone and making it look easy w a beautiful smile, kind eyes and a warm heart. We will be back ---probably tomorrow if y'all are open for New Year's Day! read more

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Bagel and lox was delicious. The latte was beautiful. My daughter enjoyed the hot chocolate and oatmeal. Yulia was wonderful. read more

Paniolo Lanai Bar & Cafe - Bagel and lox was delicious. My daughter loved the hot chocolate and oatmeal. Latte was beautiful. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We went to Paniolo for the first time on my friend's birthday since we've been in Hawaii, even though we have passed by for many many times. Their signature paniolo punch was pretty good. But if you want something stronger, I'd recommend the needle in the haystack. Very interesting! The bartender was super nice. Once he knew it was my friend's birthday, he offered a free shot. However, we were both at our capacity so we had to refuse it. But will definitely visit again if we are looking for a place to drink and chat. read more

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so fun! the staff is great and you can tell that this is a spot that is less touristy than others. never got food there, but the drinks were consistently amazing! read more

Encountered this little pub purely by chance. What a great little gem! We were greeted by Yulia! Friendly and charming, she set the tone for a lovely sip in a cute little open air pub. When we were making a list of our "Must Do Again" spots in Waikiki, Paniolo Bar and Cafe was one of the first on the list. read more

Awesome little hole in the wall. Only Hawaiian owned and operated hotel left in Waikiki. Hawaiian hospitality. We'll see you soon. Mahalo

Went here to have a few drinks with my friend, Yulia the bartender has amazing service. She was friendly and interactive with her guest and made amazing cocktails. read more

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Yulia was the bartender and she was lovely - good drinks, great service. I was staying here to avoid commuting from Waianae for my bar exam, and had hoped to be able to grab dinner and a drink before bed each evening, but alas, they did not have food as their menu implies, sadly. It was pouring rain so walking to ABC was not feasible, and I made do with a snack a friend dropped off instead. As a hotel guest, I had parking, but otherwise, off the street patrons would not have this option. There were restrooms in the lobby for bar goers, and they were clean. Yay! Drinks were a tad expensive, but Waikiki.... Meh. Good maitai with hibiscus syrup vs. grenadine. I would recommend if you were in the area, and hopefully they will have snacks next time! read more

First off, one free paniolo punch with yelp check in, unheard of! Speakeasyish feel, since it's sandwiched between two hotels & up a small flight of stairs. Chill environment, good cocktails and NO dress code. I can honestly say, I've never rolled up to a bar in SLIPPERS and a semi wet beach dress, sand stuck to my legs and feet and still got impeccable service. read more

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We stayed at the Equus Hotel for a week and were thrilled to discover the Paniolo Bar right at the entrance. The bar is up a short flight of stairs just off Ala Moana Blvd. Our experience with Yulia, the bartender, was fantastic. She makes excellent drinks, customizes them to your tastes, and is great at conversation. We had an excellent time thanks to her. Her Mai Tais were fantastic, and her signature Lavender Gin cocktail is a sure win in our books. Overall, this bar is a little gem in Waikiki that I highly recommend! read more

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My bestie and I have been on the search for the perfect espresso martini and tonight we have found it thanks to Chad Thank you Chad for your excellent service this evening and for making us the best drinks in Waikiki Highly recommend this spot on Friday nights plus live music is a plus. read more

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Was looking for a local bar with live music and found this hidden gem! Anita was so welcoming and service was great. I ordered a Mai Tai and it was the best I've ever had. The fresh squeezed juice definitely makes a difference. There was live music and such a great vibe! I also went back the next morning for a Coconut latte and it was perfect. I will definitely be going back the next time I'm in Waikiki. read more

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Went last week Tuesday with a friend of mine, and our bartender Yulia was the best! Sweet lady with amazing service. We got to try one of her specials called "Moonkiss". Was so good! We hope to come back soon and see her again. Thank you Yulia! read more

Can't rate them if they don't show up to open the place. Their sign was posted outside with their hours and I went to go in but it was closed. read more

I don't normally make time to write something on social media but there's something to be said. "WE HAVE NO FOOD..." Literally the first thing that came out of Chad's (who was the bartender, but also answering phones for the hotel so who knows what his role is) mouth. I really wanted to try that cute charcuterie board that was all over social media. I did find this bar just going through my pandemic searching last year. After the Beyond Van Gogh, I thought let's take an adventure. For first timers, Paniolo Bar/Equus did not leave a very welcoming impression. However it was cute and why not have the bar as an entry for the guests. I mean after a long day of traveling, you bet I'm going to want a cocktail. Chad did apologize and offered some discount (I didn't pay). He called out my friend for possibly "giving him eye" but I was like seriously? He had this arrogant demeanor and completely tried to reconcile his attitude by claiming these were the "best drinks" in town. They weren't: lacked flavor and uninteresting. Let's pray he was having a bad day, but I wouldn't waste your time here. read more

This is by far the best local find of our trip to Honolulu. We were just walking down the street and saw a sign for coffee and decided to stop by. Ended up being the best cold brew coffee I've ever had! We stopped by on our last day for breakfast and was not disappointed by the ham and cheese croissant (I added avocado!) and the bagel with cream cheese and lox, and of course another cold brew. Would definitely recommend this place over and over again! read more

Walked over when it was raining because I really wanted an espresso martini. Sandy was so sweet and literally so funny, she made the BEST espresso martinis for my mom and I. She definitely knows what she's doing and even made my mom a delicious mixed gin shot. Stop by when you can! read more

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Yulia was an amazing bartender. She made sure that each of us was completely satisfied with our drinks and she was sweet and funny. Cute patio area made it feel like we were hanging out at home with our own private bartender. read more

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The best bar! It's not busy. The bartender Yulia is amazing!! She makes the best drinks and is so nice. We live right down the street and so happy we found this spot. Affordable , amazing cocktails and atmosphere. read more

Excellent place to have a drink and relax!! The bartenders, Yulia and Shaun make amazing drinks!! Hopefully not too many people seek this place out read more

I came in at 8pm with my dog and my laptop on a Wednesday. I was fortunate to have Lana as my bartender. She seems to truly care about her guests experiences. Paniolo was pretty mellow and I was able to easily connect to the WiFi with Lana's assistance. I was provided a dog bowl with fresh water and Lana even dug up some dog treats. I enjoyed my time on the patio and found the space to be comfortable, relaxing, and a productive spot to work from. I'm excited to find this little hideaway. read more

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Great little neighborhood bar tucked away in the gap space between two buildings and connected to the Equus hotel and the hotel pool. Everything is nice and new, cozy, comfortable, and cute. I went last night to meet friends and listen to music. It felt like we were at our own private backyard lanai party. They let you bring in your own food so some of my friends ordered pizzas from harbor pub and ate them at the bar with their martini drinks. What a hoot. read more

We had the best time at this cute little spot! Julia was amazing! She made us awesome espresso martinis and was lovely to talk to. We will be returning for sure! read more

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I've loved this place! It's cute cozy and the drinks and people are super nice! Will repeat anytime I'm in Visiting Hawaii! The service was great, food and drinks as well. Julie is so special when you order a cappuccino she make the best of it!! read more

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Bartender Yulia is amazing! Caught her on a random Tuesday night. The place is cute and cozy but her energy is what really brightens it up. I was ready to huddle in a corner with my punch but she dragged me to the bar and I'm glad she did. Ended up having lovey banters and chats with all the patrons and Yulia. Bonus, she made me a custom spicy drink with some Hawaiian Kapena tequila. Yummy fun. read more

Located in the last Family owned hotel in Waikiki-- the Equus. Reasonable Valet available and the rooms are beautiful --but thats another review for the hotel. This bar has a nice selection of craft/local spirits and great cocktails. Straight to the point--not stuffy-beautifully balanced. Simple/quality wine list and nice atmosphere. Away from the crazy crowds of Waikiki with aloha feels. The espresso bar during the day has great coffee too. Again another review for them (Da HI Brew) This is a great spot to bring a group/intimate. The staff was most helpful--you can tell they all care about each other. Really refreshing to see in the crazy city. As a resident of Oahu I frequent this establishment and feel confident referring everyone to this hidden gem. read more

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