Honolulu Things to Do

The most elegant restaurant in the colorful Chinatown district, this place features a creative mix of traditional Asian and avant garden European cuisine. On the vast, pricey and impressive menu, diners will find everything fro... more

The biggest reason everyone gathers at this beachfront restaurant is the music and the patio sunsets. The sound is "Contemporary Hawaiian" and appeals to a youngish demographic. Groups that often play here are Kapena, Makana an... more

This pub stays true to its Irish heritage by celebrating St. Patrick's Day once a month. On any given 17th, you can enjoy green beer and live Irish music. The decor is pub-style with hints of an American sports bar, including a... more

Named after Honolulu's favorite musical son, Don Ho, this is a casual and inexpensive place that sees its share of surfer dudes. Located at Aloha Tower Marketplace, the menu features such items as Hawaiian-Style Chicken Salad.... more

If you are in the mood for an elegant yet lively dance club, this one is for you. It is perhaps the best-known of Waikiki's nightclubs, maintaining a steady reputation for having great entertainment and atmosphere. Located in t... more

Proprietor and executive chef Philippe Padovani was formerly the executive chef of the exclusive Manele Bay Hotel on Lana'i. He opened this gourmet room, located in the DoubleTree Alana Waikiki, and styles it after the finest... more

Ocean is the place for Honolulu's beautiful people to meet and greet one another. The decor is ultra chic. The dance floor is the biggest in town, with a comfortable seating area around the perimeter. Things don't really get go... more

If you like outrageous decor, check out this extravagant $7 million nightclub decked out like a high-tech Egyptian pharaoh's tomb. It is a lavish place that features state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, a soundproof VIP... more

Patrons of most Waikiki clubs tend to be tourists, with the occasional local straying in to see how the other half bops. The reverse is true at this place. Neither its location nor its exterior are overly impressive. However, w... more

In this long-running magic extravaganza, master illusionist John Hirokawa headlines an evening of great music, entertainment and animated special effects. Performed in the 700-seat showroom in the Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel, th... more