Honolulu · Honolulu County, HI

Live music in Honolulu

Scout analyzed 130 Honolulu places and surfaced the ones that actually fit live music.

Places analyzed

130

Matches

Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.8 hr

Scout-verified spots

Diamond Head / Kapahulu / St. Louis Heights

Kapiʻolani Regional Park

This large oceanfront park is ideal for a relaxed family outing or solo adventure, offering picnicking, beach access, and views. Plan for a few hours, with minimal cost if bringing your own food.

OutdoorsSportsViews

★ 4.6$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Kaimuki

The Pig and The Lady

This modern Vietnamese restaurant is suitable for a casual evening meal with friends or family. Expect a lively atmosphere and a bill of around $30-$60 per person for an hour to an hour and a half visit.

FoodRelaxedSocial

★ 4.4$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Waikiki

Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki

Monkeypod Kitchen is a good stop for dinner and cocktails in Waikiki, often with live music. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $50-100 per person, especially if enjoying drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visithard parking

Kaka'ako

Southern Love

This casual restaurant is good for a relaxed lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Chinatown

Senia

Senia is an upscale restaurant suitable for a special occasion or date night, offering elevated Hawaiian and New American cuisine. Expect to spend 2 hours and $100-$250 per person on a meal with drinks.

FoodCocktailsUpscale

$100–$250 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Kaimuki

The Surfing Pig Hawaii

The Surfing Pig is a good spot for a casual dinner or drinks. Expect to spend 1-2 hours for a meal, with typical costs ranging from $30-$75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Kaka'ako

MW Restaurant

MW Restaurant is a stylish spot for a refined dinner experience, focusing on creative Hawaiian cuisine and cocktails. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150 per person, making it suitable for special occasions or a sophisticated date night.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$75–$150 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Waikiki

Yard House

Yard House is a reliable spot for a casual meal with a large group or for watching a game, offering a diverse menu and extensive beer list. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-$50 per person.

FoodCocktailsSports

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Palolo

Mud Hen Water

Mud Hen Water is suitable for an evening meal or drinks with friends, offering inventive Hawaiian small plates. Expect to spend $40-80 per person for a 1.5-hour visit.

FoodCocktailsSocial

$40–$80 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Waikiki

Island Vintage Coffee Waikiki

This coffee shop is good for a casual breakfast or lunch, often paired with shopping or a beach visit. Expect to spend $15-30 per person for food and coffee over about 45 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$15–$30 typical45 min visithard parking

Kaka'ako

53 By The Sea

This upscale seafood restaurant with bay views is ideal for a romantic dinner or a special celebration. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $100-$250 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsViews

$100–$250 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Lulu's Waikiki

Lulu's Waikiki is a good spot for a casual meal or drinks with a view, best for groups looking for American fare. Expect to spend $20-50 per person for an hour and a half visit, potentially after a beach day.

FoodCocktailsViews

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Waikiki

Chart House Waikiki

Chart House Waikiki is suitable for a relaxed dinner featuring steaks, seafood, and marina views, often with live music. Expect a 1.5-hour visit costing $75-$150 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Waikiki

Hula Grill Waikiki

This Hawaiian restaurant is suitable for a casual meal with a view, pairing well with a beach day or evening stroll. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $40-80 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$40–$80 typical1.3 hr visithard parking

Diamond Head / Kapahulu / St. Louis Heights

Hau Tree

Hau Tree is suitable for a scenic brunch or an evening meal with Pacific Rim cuisine, offering outdoor seating right on the beach. Expect to spend $35-75 per person for a visit of about 1.5 hours.

FoodViewsOutdoors

$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visithard parking

Manoa

Morning Glass Coffee

Morning Glass Coffee is a good spot for a casual morning or midday coffee and light breakfast, costing around $10-25 per person. It works well as a solo start to the day or a relaxed meet-up before other activities.

FoodShoppingViews

$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Knots Coffee Roasters. at Queen Kapiolani Hotel

This is a good spot for a relaxed coffee or light meal, suitable for an hour-long stop before exploring Waikiki or for a casual evening cocktail. Expect to spend $10-35 per person depending on what you order.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$10–$35 typical45 min visithard parking

Kaka'ako

Moku Kitchen

Moku Kitchen is a good spot for a dinner out with modern American food, cocktails, and live music, potentially paired with a walk around the Kaka'ako area. Expect to spend $35-75 per person for an hour and a half visit.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Waikiki

Duke's Waikiki

Duke's Waikiki is a classic beachfront spot for a scenic meal or drinks, ideal for visitors and special occasions. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $50-$100 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Waikiki

Orchids

Orchids is a fine dining spot suitable for a special meal or a leisurely Sunday brunch, offering global fare in an elegant setting with ocean views. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150 per person.

FoodViewsRelaxed

$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Waikiki

Beachhouse at the Moana

This upscale ocean-view restaurant is suitable for a romantic dinner or a special celebration, offering a relaxed and refined meal experience lasting around 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $100-$250 per person for dinner and drinks.

FoodViewsRomantic

$100–$250 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Kaka'ako

Merriman's Honolulu

Merriman's is good for a stylish dinner with live music and cocktails, perfect for a date night or special occasion. Expect a 1.5-2 hour visit, costing around $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Arts District

Fête

Fête is a New American restaurant good for a dinner date or a social meal with cocktails. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for an hour and a half visit.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Kaka'ako

Istanbul Hawai'i

Istanbul Hawai'i is a refined spot for a dinner date or special occasion, offering Turkish cuisine and cocktails for around $50-$100 per person. Plan for about 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking