2nd Annual Waikīkī Brewer’s Festival Will Pour Exclusive Collab Beers from O‘ahu Breweries
Every brewery on the island is also bringing its beers to the event this Saturday, March 14, at Waikīkī Brewing Co.
Drinks
11 Sakura Treats to Try During Cherry Blossom Season in Honolulu
Sakura soda floats, sakura sherbet, sakura cookies, cakes and more: where to get your cherry blossom fix this spring.
Waikīkī’s New Rum-and-Chocolate Tasting Pairs Two ‘Ono Local Brands
At Royal Hawaiian Center’s House of Mana Up, Mānoa Chocolate and Kō Hana Hawaiian Agricole Rum combine forces for a worthy night out.
Pioneering Hawai‘i Bartender Dave Newman Has Left Pint + Jigger After 13 Years. Here’s What He Has to Say
The industry leader talks about how far cocktails have come, his greatest lesson at Pint and what’s next.
Finding Community and Kava at ‘Awa Hou Kava Lounge
The kava bar in the old Glazer’s Coffee spot is an ideal space for socializing, relaxing and exploring kava from around the Pacific.
Aloha, Smitty’s: It’s the End of an Era at Smith’s Union Bar
Regulars are in disbelief that Hawai‘i’s oldest bar is closing after 91 years on Hotel Street.
The Year in Beer: Who Opened, Who Closed and Best Hawai‘i Beers of 2025
Bright spots and goodbyes from a mixed year for craft beer in Hawai‘i.
Christmas Pop-Up Bars to Get You in the Holiday Spirit
More choices than ever for holiday cocktails, festive photo ops and over-the-top decorations around Honolulu.
O‘ahu’s Newest Brewery Was Built to Help Restore Lē‘ahi
At the edge of Downtown Honolulu, Lē‘ahi Brewing Co. makes beer with a mission.
Korean Convenience Store CU Hawai‘i Opens Downtown Next Week—Here’s What You’ll Find
7-Eleven, get ready: CU’s first U.S. store will feature a ramyun bar, street foods, ice cup drinks, collabs with local businesses and more.
New Cup on the Block: At Café Vntg, Come for the Coffee, Stay for the Couches
Brazilian flavors meet classic coffee drinks inside a vintage furniture warehouse.
The Best Places for Natural Wine in Honolulu
The people and places behind the city’s natural wine movement.
New Cup on the Block: Kooks Need Coffee Too
Part 2 of our café series drops in on a new surfer-themed coffee truck on O‘ahu.
New Cup on the Block: For Your Everyday Coffee Needs
Frolic’s new café series kicks off with a taste of single-origin coffee drinks at freshly opened Everyday café.
Café Lapin Just Became My New Favorite Matcha Hangout
The sunny, cozy spot is a matcha lover’s dream—and it has the best matcha yuzu lemonade.
A New Generation of Mixologists Is Raising the Bar for Craft Cocktails
Craft cocktails have gone mainstream in Honolulu. Meet some of the mixologists leading the charge.
Kelly’s Korner Is Your One-Stop Shop for Chinese Groceries and Asian Snacks in Chinatown
The Chinese grocery store has expanded to a larger space in Chinatown Cultural Plaza, stocking produce, meats, seafood, dry goods and loads of snacks and drinks.
All Our Favorite Matcha Drinks in Honolulu
Matcha is always on trend and everywhere in town. We asked the team where they get their matcha drink fixes.
Inside Hana Koa Brewing Co.’s Bronze and Silver Wins at the 2025 World Beer Cup
For the first time in seven years, a Hawai‘i brewery wins at the world’s biggest, most prestigious craft beer competition.
O‘ahu Adventure Day: 7 Hours in ‘Ewa Beach
Lunch with a view, cuddling cats and dogs, matcha lattes, flowers and a farmers market make for a fulfilling day on the leeward side.
Chinatown’s Popular Lei Stand Bar Reopens in Waikīkī
Ryan Kalei Tsuji and Tara Kanani Shimooka’s speakeasy-style bar closed last year but found a new permanent home (with valet parking).
Bar Leather Apron’s Waikīkī Pop-Up Sold Out in a Day—So Kaimana Beach Hotel Is Planning More
The hotel says future pop-ups will feature other noted local mixologists, each serving up signature and exclusive new cocktails.
