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    Shanghai Bar

    4.1 (35 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Golden Lychee Martini
    Shirley O.

    This bar is in STIX Asia, a food mall located in the basement. It reminds me of the various food stalls at the Tokyo train station in Japan. Service was friendly when I arrived for an afternoon drink and snack. I got the Golden Lychee Martini and steamed dumplings. My drink was deliciously sweet and paired well with the savory dumplings. It had amaretto which is a sweet Italian liquor. My drink wasn't boozy and I only experienced a light buzz. The dumplings took awhile to make, but I was told in advance that there would be a wait. They have an extensive list of cocktails and also serve boba, beer, and a few mocktails. It's an interesting concept because it's open space and doesn't have the drinking scene vibe that's typical of most bars. It's relaxing and casual.

    A cocktail in a champagne glass that is pink from the strawberries in it, with a sprig of mint.
    Riley M.

    Had a very enjoyable time at Shanghai Bar! I've been in the food court a few times during my stay here but bars make me nervous for various reasons. This one was just right for me, and kudos to the bartender who kept coming to chat with me and made me feel more comfortable! ‍‍ I only had one drink, but the Pink Lady was delicious and I wish I'd stopped by sooner!

    Concubine cocktail
    Rose P.

    Shanghai Bar at Stix Asia is a vibe! I stumbled into this hidden gem in Waikīkī, last year so I went back this year and let me tell you, the Drunken Matcha Latte by Kim is an absolute must-try. Creamy, boozy, and perfectly balanced--every sip felt like a love letter to my taste buds. YUM! And Kim? She's not just a mixologist; she's a magician. Her cocktail skills are only rivaled by her incredible service--attentive, friendly, and with just the right amount of charm. I felt like I'd known her forever. Safe to say, I'll be back (probably more than once) during my stay in Honolulu. If you're in the area, grab a seat, order the Drunken Matcha Latte, and prepare to be hooked. Cheers!

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    Roya J.

    This bar is inside STIX Asia, a food court in Waikiki. The service was super friendly and upbeat. The cocktails were well done with Waikiki prices. As for ambiance, it's bar seating in a food court. Nice part is you can see them mixing the drinks. Once recommendation would be to get nicer and drink appropriate glassware or increase the pour size. The old fashioneds looked ridiculous in large glass with a rather small ice cube. Oh, a bigger ice cube would also we nice. We went during their soft opening and hopefully it'll keep improving in the coming months.

    Wayne H.

    This review is just based off one drink I had here which was the Kona Coffed Martini. It was outstanding. Was it pricey? Yes. But it was worth the price in my opinion. One of the best drinks I had. The bartender was extremely friendly. There's adequate seating. Note you'll need to spend a minimum of $35 for one hour parking validation in the paid parking structure.

    Di K.

    We stopped by for a quick drink while deciding on dinner at the STIX Asia food court in the Waikiki Shopping Plaza on Kalakaua Ave. It's an open-style bar seating, so if you're after a quiet spot, this might not be your vibe. For us, it was perfect! The space is roomy, and you can watch the bartenders work their magic while people watching or enjoying sports on the big-screen TVs. I'm giving this place 5 stars because, even if the ambiance isn't for everyone, the fantastic staff truly makes it shine. We didn't try any of the cocktails..maybe next time. Great service and even better conversation!

    Amy S.

    Came here for a lil celebratory drink for myself so I asked the bartender "give me something moderately sweet and moderately strong" and he understood the assignment!!! He gave me a cocktail (pictured) that was like strawberry passion or something like that. I had another one, and made some friendly conversation with him and the other bartender. Both were super nice and very funny and interesting. I had a great time just listening to them and enjoying my moderate tipsiness. And then I found out they serve green tea shots and I have been LOOKING for green tea shots because they are SO GOOD! Anyways, the bartender saw that my eyes lit up when they mentioned they have green tea shots and they knew that I knew that they knew that I wanted one. So they made me one and it was absolutely delicious, and very generously sized. I left a happy customer.

    Angela C.

    Located in the center of Stix Asia (used to be Waikiki Yokocho), and wasn't very impressed. All the cocktails are named with Shanghai in mind. The Shanghai old fashioned my husband ordered and the cocktail I got (Akarui) looked and sounded interesting, but just didn't quite hit the mark. I couldn't even really taste the alcohol in my drink and it tasted like a fizzy soda, but some might want that!

    The Bund Old Fashioned
    Daniel C.

    3.5 stars I came to STIX Asia to eat at Gashoken with a friend. Sadly after walking around and finding Gashoken, the staff there said they aren't open yet! That's so sad right?! I think I need a drink! My friend was running a little behind due to the parking situation in Waikiki so I had a little time to kill. Every challenge presents an opportunity right? This presented me an opportunity to try out Shanghai Bar while waiting for my friend to arrive. Since we were eating, I just ordered a drink. After looking at the menu, I ordered The Bund Old Fashioned. It didn't take too long for them to make it but it was longer than usual and they weren't busy. The bartender wasn't very sociable until I initiated a conversation with him. Talking to someone was better than watching NBA reruns. He was a nice guy and I enjoyed my conversation with him till my friend arrived. The drink itself was ok but it was definitely Waikiki prices. It is a nice space with TV's at the bar but considering the cost of parking and the premium on drinks, I can't see myself coming here often. Great for tourists though!

    Shanghi Bar Stix Asia Food Court
    Scott G.

    I stopped by this place to have a quick one and ended up having a few. Nice little gem in the Stix Asian Food Court. They have bar seating, as well as tables. My bartender Nick D. was very friendly. Had a great time talking with him. They have an Asahi draft beer dispenser that serves up ice-cold beer. That's why I had a few more than I had originally thought. They have a limited menu, but it's perfect when you're having a "few". Happy eating and drinking. Alooooooooha

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    Save your $20 and spend it elsewhere. Drinks can be good but I can get better service and attention from friendlier bartenders.

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    Comfortable ambiance! Great place to chill with the girls! Can't wait for another GNO!

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    Best bartender Jen and lohi "Loki". Best Friday night best drink. Hella yummy yummy. Julia Brian

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