Hanalei
In a red shack at the west end of Ching Young Village, this irresistible juice stand is renowned for its thick fruit smoothies and fresh veggie juices;…
Must-see nightlife in Hawaii
Waikiki
Brush off your sandy feet at Kuhio Beach, then step across Kalakaua Ave to this surf-themed open-air bar and grill with 2nd-story lanai (balcony) views of…
Honolulu
In a gorgeous old building on Merchant St, Brue Bar's passion for quality is keeping both tea lovers and coffee aficionados happy. Order a cortado, an…
Lihuʻe
The hippest coffee shop on the island combines cool surf-meets-Scandi decor with locally-roasted beans and excellent homestyle baking that is also…
Waikiki
The nostalgic dream of Waikiki as an aristocratic playground is kept alive at this Halekulani hotel bar. We're talking contemporary and classic cocktails,…
Honolulu
A big open-fronted brewery with more than a dozen house beers on offer at any time. Choices are edgy – try the Froot Lupes IPA, made with fruity hops and…
Waikiki
A rubbah-slippah (flip-flops) neighborhood bar that attracts a merry local crowd with ‘the happiest of happy hours.’ The bartenders welcome tourists with…
Kihei
The drink maestros at this cozy tropical shack with a convivial lanai regularly win annual MauiTime Weekly awards for best bartenders. Live music daily…
West Maui
This is your Maui postcard: coconut-frond umbrellas, sunset mai tais, sand beneath your sandals and the lullaby sounds of Hawaiian slack key guitar. Live…
Kapaʻa
Another foothold in the benevolent Kauai Juice Co empire which pushes addictive green and fruit juices, freshly pressed nut milks and coconut mana. 'You…
Waikiki
In the back of a parking lot, this truck uses potted palms to create a minute oasis amidst the Waikiki buzz. Superb hot and cold coffee and tea drinks,…
Wailua
One of the best indie coffee roasters on the island, this friendly spot is well located for those on the northern end of the Wailua swirl. There's relaxed…
Kihei
This lively Irish pub with a welcoming vibe attracts a younger crowd. And yes, it has sports on TV, but it’s not blaring from every corner. Decent pub…
Waikiki
An intimate 2nd-floor wine bar and cocktail lounge, with happy-hour specials and a Sunday-afternoon beer bust. It's got a more upscale vibe than most…
North Shore & Central O‘ahu
A concept long brewing in the minds of an Oʻahu married couple who are passionate about their lattes, Brew and Foam is a tiny storefront featuring a…
Puna
Luquin's original location burned down along with the old Akebono Theater. After a temporary stint slinging burritos out of a food truck, they moved into…
Honolulu
A locally owned adult lemonade stand of sorts, Wow Wow serves delicious handcrafted lemonades and limeades and proudly sources all ingredients from…
Puna
This nightly bar in Uncle Robert's compound serves cocktails and mostly Kona Brewing beers. If you are looking for a different kind of aloha at Uncle…
Lahaina
Perched above the sea at the corner of Front St and Lahainaluna Rd, this open-air spot is a lively – and iconic – place to watch the sunset. The music (no…
Princeville
Complete with thatched roof and trappings from Kaua‘i’s long-gone Coco Palms Resort, rocker Todd Rundgren’s tiki bar, created with wife Michele, is the…
Kailua-Kona
Ola boasts brews that are made with local ingredients (the porter is flavored with Kailua-Kona vanilla), or are just good on a hot Hawai'i day (try the…
Waikiki
It’s a raucous scene, especially when weekend concerts spill onto the beach. Taking its name from Duke Kahanamoku, the surfing theme prevails throughout…
Moloka'i
Coffees of Hawaii grows and roasts its own coffee on small plots around its attractive setting. You can survey the scene from the lanai and enjoy a cup of…
Lahaina
Ahoy matey! If Captain Ahab himself strolled through the swinging doors, no one would look up from their grog. With its whaling-era atmosphere and scenic…
Wailua
Adjoined to the Kauai Shores hotel, the Lava Lava Beach Club offers sand-between-the-toes eating and drinking, so kick off those slippahs and ease into…
Waikiki
Rotating lazily at one revolution per hour, this decidedly retro tower-top restaurant takes in a 360-degree view. There’s purportedly food involved, but…
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
The small bar serves The Rim's lunch menu (and its view) all day long; craft brews from Big Island Brewhaus, Ola, Kona Brewing Co. and Maui Brewing Co…
Hilo
This microbrewery has a small tasting room where you can sample excellent craft beer. Most brews were originated by Mehana Brewing, Hilo's first…
Wailua
With some of the Eastside's best coastal views, Mamahune's keeps things straightforward with an outdoor gazebo and wise-cracking bar staff adept at making…
Honolulu
Ignore the grim exterior in this storefront below the Foodland supermarket, there are surprises in this cave-like Italian restaurant. Specifically, you'll…
Hilo
Nearly trendy by Hilo standards, this polished beer and wine bar is the best bet in the city for craft-focused suds and spirits. On their eight or so beer…
Waikiki
Like a Japanese speakeasy, this glowing candlelit hideaway is a chill retreat for attitudy hipsters and lovebird couples. East-West tapas bites let you…
Waikiki
The collection of vintage rum is mighty tempting at this lively and huge hotel bar, with fire pits looking out onto the beach and live contemporary…
Kapaʻa
A somewhat less than authentic Mexican joint, but one with a solid tequila selection behind the bamboo mat and wood bar. It's especially popular when big…
Moloka'i
The island's only real pub has a dive feel, with a large terrace that makes up in cheer for what it lacks in charm. The long menu is served between 10am…
Honolulu
Overlooking Tamarind Sq with city skyline views, here you can take a break from tramping around Honolulu’s historical sites for a java jolt brewed from…
Lahaina
Your view from the lanai at MauiGrown’s historic bungalow? The famous Pioneer Mill Smokestack and the cloud-capped West Maui Mountains. A 12oz cup of…
North Shore & Upcountry
The second outpost of local coffee brand Wailuku Coffee Company is right here in Haʻiku. It serves excellent handcrafted drinks, 100% Kona coffee with a…
North Shore & Upcountry
Welcome to 'The Booch,’ home of the alternative drink, kombucha. This hip hole-in-the-wall place overflows with fermented tea (with bubbles!) and a lively…
Lahaina
From Buffalo Trace to Woodford Reserve, the bourbon menu is impressive, and we haven't even gotten to the scotch list. There's a bit of a disconnect…
