10 New & Coming Eateries on O‘ahu: January 2023, Part 1
Who’s opening, who’s expanding and who just opened on O‘ahu’s food and drink scene.
Cocktails & Spirits
Sneak Peek: The Lei Stand Cocktail Lounge in Chinatown
A cheeky tribute to Chinatown's iconic flower shops mixes fresh lei with craft cocktails and bites by a James Beard Award nominee in a familiar space.
Halekulani’s House Without A Key Revamps with New Pūpū and Cocktails
Waikīkī’s iconic open-air venue has new dishes and a cocktail bar where a new head mixologist is shaking things up.
Welcome Back! Pint + Jigger Is Finally Open Again
Now in the Ala Moana Hotel, one of Honolulu’s OG gastropubs is back with cocktails, beer, food and soon, weekend brunch.
Waikīkī's New Camado Ramen Tavern Serves Up Retro Chic by the Bowl
Solid sides and shave ice bolster an izakaya menu with reasonable ramen and vegan options.
A Hui Hou, Stewbum & Stonewall Brewing
This is the bittersweet final chapter for the beloved Chinatown brewpub that's closing for good on Aug. 20.
Bar Leather Apron Named One of 50 Best Bars
Justin Park’s first bar concept is named No. 42 in the North American ranking, while Chinatown’s EP Bar earns an Esquire mention as one of the Best Bars in America.
Mugen Waikīkī Adds Heart to Luxury with Its New Spring Menu
Jason Yamaguchi’s new menu celebrates spring in 11 lively courses fit for a special occasion.
Syrups by Mōhala Expressions Put Hawai‘i’s Wildflowers and Plants Into Your Glass
Stir butterfly ginger blossom syrup into soda water and transport yourself into a Hawai‘i forest, sultry with the scent of tropical flowers after a warm rain.
Frolic on the Rocks: Taking Back Sunday Is a New Highball Cocktail at Chinatown’s EP Bar
Bartender Sam Trusty serves up her latest spin on the tall bevy with a classic flavor romance.
My Top 5 Favorite Restaurants on O‘ahu Right Now
A snapshot of where HONOLULU Magazine’s Martha Cheng has been eating lately.
Eleven Offers Handcrafted Cocktails, Gourmet Apps and a Killer Whiskey List
Grocery shopping or not, the stylish new bar in Foodland Farms Ala Moana deserves a spot on your must-try list.
Here’s What’s Coming at the New Pint + Jigger Inside Ala Moana Hotel
The gastropub is set to reopen more than two years after its King Street location closed. We got a sneak peek.
Have Drinks at Eleven, Foodland Farms Ala Moana’s New Cocktail and Whiskey Bar
Past the produce aisle is a new spot for cocktails and toast with 400 Rabbits and a world of ideas in a glass.
These Two Bars Deliver Some of Honolulu’s Most Luxurious and Creative Experiences
But are they worth the price tag?
Hard Seltzer’s Social-Savviest Brand is Coming to Hawai‘i
Be the first to try Nectar’s Asian hard seltzers when it launches in Honolulu. When? Tomorrow, Feb. 5, at noon. Where? Read on to find out.
Chinatown’s New Listening Bar Melds Chill Music and Cocktails
Don’t think of EP Bar as Honolulu’s newest cocktail bar—here, quality sound reigns supreme.
HONOLULU Magazine 2021 Gift Guide for Food Lovers: The Best Farm Tours and Baking Classes on O‘ahu
Whether your friends and family are naughty or love spice, you’ll find the right gift for everyone with great taste on your list.
These Are a Few of My Favorite Cocktails in Honolulu
Black brandied cherries and warm winter spices. Eggnog goes eggless while mezcal entices. Three new boozy concoctions brimming with cheer can be found around town if you know where to peer.
Eleven (Plus 1) Cocktails For Every Astrological Sign
From fiery Aries to mysterious Scorpio, here’s what to order at the swanky new hideaway in Foodland Farms Ala Moana.
Sippin’ Santa’s Festive Tiki Drinks Will Put You in the Holiday Spirit
Tiki-aficionado Beachbum Berry’s pop-up bar at Prince Waikīkī is open daily to spread holiday cheer through New Year’s Eve.
Guess Where O‘ahu’s Newest Cocktail Bar Is?
Eleven opens inside Foodland Farms Ala Moana today, Dec. 9 with compelling cocktails and small plates that will make you forget you’re in a supermarket.
Hawaiian Shochu Co. Just Debuted North Shore’s First Locally Distilled Gin
Infused with local botanicals like hibiscus and jabong, this new-style gin is made from Namihana sweet potato shochu on O‘ahu’s North Shore.
Taste Japan’s Oldest Whisky in Kaka‘ako This Weekend—for 25,000 Dollars
Bar Māze is partnering with Beam Suntory to offer its ultra rare Yamazaki 55 at an exclusive tasting event on Oct. 29 and 30.
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