
Honolulu’s 7 favorite bars

by Noelle Chun
Updated 09 June 2023
A bar renaissance in Honolulu is pushing revelers beyond mai tais and blue Hawaiʻis, unleashing a whole new world of innovative lounges and cool speakeasies.
An unexpected cocktail spot inside an Ala Moana grocery store houses a 91-bottle whiskey selection. A bamboo bar at a recently renovated hotel in Waikīkī puts its own whimsical spin on tiki drinks.
At these outstanding spots, you can sip on juleps, fine Italian wines, or even indulge in a jello shot, all while soaking in one-of-a-kind settings. Read on for a guide to Honolulu’s 7 best bars to visit right now.

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