Looking for a well-crafted cocktail, intimate atmosphere or fun nightlife? We scoured the island to find the best bars in Oahu.
Ask for Room at 8 to find this hidden speakeasy. The intimate interior provides the perfect ambiance for cocktails prepared by some of the country’s best mixologists. White Sands Hotel, 431 Nohonani St., Honolulu, greenladycocktailroom.com
Kick back and relax with custom cocktails and desserts while listening to live jazz music at Lewers Lounge, complete with a cozy atmosphere. Halekulani Hotel, 2199 Kālia Road, Honolulu, halekulani.com/dining/lewers-lounge
Located on the 19th floor, enjoy the beautiful view of Waikiki while having handcrafted cocktails and fresh seafood. You can also engage in the bar’s Happy Hour or nightlife. 2270 Kalākaua Ave., Honolulu, skywaikiki.com
Pint & Jigger offers a delicious selection of bar food and craft brews, being the perfect place to watch sports. It even has a secret upstairs 1920’s 1920s-themed speakeasy. Ala Moana Hotel, 410 Atkinson Drive, Honolulu, pintandjigger.com
Enjoy live music from Live Band Karaoke to DJs, as well as Mexican classics and craft cocktails at this hip lounge with private rooms and trendy decorations. 814 Ilaniwai St., Honolulu, thegatsbyhawaii.com
Inside an office building may seem an unassuming place for a bar, but once inside, you’ll be treated to a dark, intimate setting, delightful service, and specialized whiskey and cocktails. 745 Fort St., #127, Honolulu, barleatherapron.com
Located in Chinatown, EP Bar is the perfect chill experience with highballs and cocktails, as well as music from DJs playing the bar’s vinyl collection. 1150 Nuuanu Ave., Unit A, Honolulu, epbar.co
Enjoy the best of Kailua at The Boardroom, where you’ll find flavorful locally sourced food and handcrafted cocktails, or check out The Garden for morning coffee. 44 Kainehe St., Kailua, theboardroomkailua.com
A great place for lunch with friends, Mud Hen Water in Kaimuki offers tapas, rice cakes, and other Hawaiian dishes, along with a happy hour for cocktails. 3452 Waialae Ave., Honolulu, mudhenwater.com
With delicious handballs, yakitori and cocktails, Obake in Chinatown is great for sushi and a drink, as well as providing amazing service. 1112 Smith St., Honolulu, obakehonolulu.com
Photography by: Tev Media
