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  • 5/5 Eric R. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic, I’ve been coming here for weeks on every Friday. I’ve been trying to make it through their menu but I always order the pork belly. Juicy, tender and crispy. I don’t know how they do it but they do ! Bartender eddy is amazing and if you like old school music you’re in luck. Best place to pregame in town with out a doubt.
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  • 4/5 Jennifer S. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious cheese curds. Good beer selection. Interesting conversation with locals! Definitely a must stop if you're into visiting local dive type bars!
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  • 5/5 W C. 6 months ago on Google
    We stopped in the NightHawk on a rainy night and the vibes were incredible. The staff was welcoming and held the door open for my family member, who uses a wheelchair. The food was good— we got some classic bar food sides like fries and cheese curds, plus a gyro which was excellent. The music was fantastic, and they were playing compilations of dancing scenes from movies, later slapping scenes from movies. It made for some fun moments when the conversation lulled.
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  • 5/5 greg w. 1 year ago on Google
    A great place friendly atmosphere bartenders amazing. Good food at a reasonable price. Highly recommend stopping in here

  • 5/5 Stan A. 1 year ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, great bartenders....must stop spot if your in the area.

  • 5/5 David G. 10 months ago on Google
    Please visit if you have the chance! Try something new, everything is great!! And say Hi to Eddie for me!

  • 5/5 Marcus D. 1 year ago on Google
    Best bar in Hawaii! Best bar in Oahu! Best Chicago bar west of the 294!

  • 5/5 toogood131 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome service, great bourbon recommendations. Best of all, pork belly

  • 4/5 T B. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice local joint, food is pretty good. Music is very good!

  • 1/5 Eugene B. 1 year ago on Google
    All in all this place is too busy for the amount of staff it has. There is no way to keep things organized. I waited more than 30 minutes for an order of wings, which should be cake to a bar scene. No method of identifying me and my order was handed to me. I had to wait at the bar another 20 mins to be recognized and express the issue I had. I wouldn't recommend it on a busy night bc service is slow and sloppy. Maybe during the wk with fewer ppl but a Friday night, they were ill prepared for the volume of ppl. A more efficient kitchen and order process is necessary if you want to keep ppl drinking.

  • 5/5 Jake J. 10 months ago on Google
    Good Chicago bar, Dark Horse-ish. Italian Beef was surprisingly good! Bread held up after being drowned in da juice. If you're from the Chicago area and missing the dogs and beefs, hit this spot up!

  • 5/5 Phil O. 10 months ago on Google
    This place is a must. Great service, wonderful food, and great atmosphere. Great prices and better company. Great for pau hana. 10/10 would recommend

  • 5/5 Amar S. 7 months ago on Google
    After 6 days of Asian food, my wife needed a break and the Nighthawk definitely did not disappoint! The Italian beef was perfect, the bread was chewy yet spongy enough to hold all the juice, the Maxwell chicago dawg was hittin and the cheese curds, cooked to perfection was fire. Appreciate this local spot Honolulu, you’ve been blessed with the Nighthawk.. appreciate you Eddie!

  • 5/5 Patrick T. 4 months ago on Google
    Great little bar with friendly staff, excellent drinks and food. I haven't had anything on the menu that I didn't love!! Closest place to a "Cheers" on the island. A toast 🍻 to the team that works there to create a fun place to hang out!!

  • 4/5 David R. 6 months ago on Google
    Went for dinner and a drink after a hike. I'm from Chicago and I can feel the vibe - but they have space to improve. Some sports team logos and more arcade machines would really go well. Least impressed by the price of the food - while it tasted fine I can't see paying those prices again. Also, no draft beer - so expect bottles or cans

  • 5/5 David H. 9 months ago on Google
    As a Chicago native, it gives that home feeling and that little taste of Chicago. From the food menu to the Chicago flag and multiple arcade games it’s a very laid back atmosphere and you can really relax and enjoy the time. A great place to start your pregame or just have a couple drinks. The owner and his staff run a very tight ship and are always welcoming.

  • 5/5 Elvie L. 7 months ago on Google
    Friends and I hang out at Nighthawk for Pau Hana every other Wednesday (and sometimes other days too). We go there for the pupus and the music (80s). The Owner and his staff are very friendly and laid back. We create our own little dance floor, dance and have fun.

  • 5/5 Morris L. 5 months ago on Google
    Stopped in for a quick bite and drink before a flight. Food was fresh, hot and very tasty. Service was even better.

  • 5/5 Artifex A. 4 months ago on Google
    Cherry! Seriously some of the best wings I’ve ever had! And the sauces are fire! Can’t wait to come back and try the rest of the menu!

  • 5/5 Nathan B. 2 years ago on Google
    Best service in town coupled with best food and very reasonably price drinks everybody should experience this. Do yourself a favor and get the pork belly.

  • 5/5 Henry F. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice little bar in Chinatown. Drinks are strong and half the price of Waikiki. Come early, they can fill up quick.

  • 5/5 Chocolate P. 2 years ago on Google
    The bartender was extremely nice and definitely entertaining, you cam tell how much he cares about his customers. The food is so so good and service is really fast. They also have a really amazing outdoor area that i couldn't imagine existing there looking from outside the establishment. The door is located inside next to the bar behind doors marked restroom, I had expected just a random whitewash hallway with a men's and women's restroom, but was blown away when it was a huge outdoor area, I felt like a kid who had discovered some secret, hidden area by mistake. I 100% recommend checking this place out and am sold as a return customer. If you have some free time why not pop in for a min and see if you feel the same sense of awesome I did 😁

  • 5/5 Reyes O. 2 years ago on Google
    Downtown dive with Hawaiian food, wide selection of beers and very much local clientele. You just wanna simple drink with no touristy pretensions?? This is the spot.

  • 5/5 Armand jaanse van r. 2 years ago on Google
    Best prices in Town Great staff , Amazing selection of drinks

  • 5/5 Nicholas F. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is special, really good vibes. The bartender Eddy is amazing!

  • 5/5 Kenny E. 3 years ago on Google
    Very laid back, good place to hang out and socialize. Has plugs to charge small devices. Owner/Bartender is very nice and easy going. Definitely a chill zone

  • 5/5 Olivia Hutchinson v. 2 years ago on Google
    I love The Nighthawk Bar and Restaurant Good Foods Good Service 👍 our new Bar and Restaurant to Hangout The Sexy Ladies Group in Hawaii Organized by: Events Director Olivia Aviso Hutchinson Evangeline!

  • 1/5 Vincent P. 2 years ago on Google
    I would place it lower if I could. First off there was no ID check to get into the bar or order drinks. The bartender was wasted and needed to be told 3 times to get drinks. He then poured the wrong drink in the shot glasses which one of my party was allergic to and said it wasn't a problem. Then he poured short shots and said there wasn't a designated amount to pour just that he pours what he decides is right. Very unprofessional and the other bartender didn't step in but was watching the whole thing.

  • 5/5 Tommy N. 1 year ago on Google
    Local owned and operated with exceptional service and amazingly good food. The burger and pork belly are amazing!!! A true hidden gem in Chinatown

  • 5/5 Neil D. 1 year ago on Google
    Chicago native and Nighthawk is my go to for a true taste of Chicago. Love the Italian beef (as close to Portillos as you’ll find in Hawaii) and maxwell st. polish.

  • 5/5 Meko T. 2 years ago on Google
    Good atmosphere with extremely friendly staff! Came here after trying to find space for a group of 10 at the other bars on Hotel St. We had plenty of space and plenty of fun. Drinks were really good as well.

  • 5/5 Photos By Bill H. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best kept secrets in Chinatown 😎🤙

  • 5/5 Alex V. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent pork belly and legit Chicago dogs. 👌

  • 5/5 Riley P. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is amazing. Affordable, great food and drinks. Amazing service, the bartender is the nicest guy and super hospitable. Check this place out and it could become your favorite place in town too. (Try the pork belly!)

  • 5/5 Pat R. 1 year ago on Google
    A taste of Chicago in Hawaii! The food is excellent and so is the service and staff. Come in for a great place to chill with friends and/or get a taste of some good Chicago food. And maybe play some vintage arcade games!

  • 5/5 Mattie 1 year ago on Google
    Food is always fresh and hot. The beef sandwich with fries is my favorite. Eddie the bartender makes the best drinks.

  • 5/5 David H. 1 year ago on Google
    Food is great! Staff is awesome!


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  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Dining options
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