Must-see nightlife in Hawaiʻi the Big Island

  • Kope Lani

    Aliʻi Dr is chock-a-block with coffee shops vending 100% Kona brews from upcountry coffee plantations. This sweet spot stands out, not just for its ocean…

  • Dolphin Spit Saloon

    In a city full of transplants and tourists, the Dolphin Spit (yum!) is where the locals are: drinking 'til they're merry, rubbing elbows, giving each…

  • Humpy's Big Island Alehouse

    With its enviable location on the strip overlooking Kailua Bay, Humpy's would probably survive in touristy Kailua-Kona even without having dozens of craft…

  • South Side Shaka

    Capitalizing on its position as the southernmost place in the USA to get your buzz on, this sports bar excels at the sports, the bar, and the fascinating…

  • Honokaʻa Public House

    The town's one true bar, this local watering hole features seven or so taps of both mainstream suds and industrial craft (Sierra Nevada's Hazy Little…

  • Black Rock Cafe

    Half the Black Rock is an average restaurant serving passable burgers and breakfast. The other half is a bar popular with those who are a little more…

  • Luana Lounge

    With a breezy, open-air setting and ocean views, this is a nice spot to unwind at sunset, with specialty drinks and pupus (small plates). There's a big…

  • Tropics Tap House

    This is a pretty basic sports bar, an extension of a Honolulu-based franchise. It hits all the usual targets of the genre: there's a good beer line-up,…

  • Korner Pocket Bar & Grill

    This is about it when it comes to bar options in South Kona. It's a pretty local joint, with live music on weekends and packed pool tables any day of the…

  • Kanaka Kava

    This tiny, grass-shack hangout is the place to try Hawaiian-style kava (the mildly sedative juice of the ʻawa plant) or organic noni (Indian mulberry)…

  • Sirius Coffee Connection

    This simple space offers good coffee, baked treats, wi-fi and computers (30 minutes with/without purchase $2/3).