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About
Surf Bar Waikiki is a hidden, dark-luxury cocktail lounge located inside the Waikiki Resort Hotel in the heart of Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii. The entrance is inside the hotel lobby, on the right-hand side. It is known for hand-crafted island cocktails, premium spirits and tequila flights, light bites, cozy candlelit seating, and DJ sets on select nights. The vibe is "cozy early, lively later."
Key facts
- Name: Surf Bar Waikiki
- Tagline: Waikiki's Hidden Cocktail Lounge
- Type: Cocktail bar & lounge
- Address: 2460 Koa Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815 (Inside Waikiki Resort Hotel)
- Entrance: Inside the hotel lobby, on the right-hand side
- Phone: (808) 785-1592
- Email (general): surfbarwaikiki.bookings@gmail.com
- Reservations: By phone — (808) 785-1592 (the bar does not take online/email reservations)
- Private events: events@surfbarwaikiki.com
- Hours: Open daily 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Entry: 21+ after 9:30 PM · Dress code: casual chic
- DJs: Live DJ sets on select nights from 9:30 PM
- Parking: 3-hour validated parking
- Food: Limited light-bites menu (salmon board, charcuterie boards)
- Rating: Google 4.9/5 (1,200+ reviews)
- Private events: birthdays, bachelorette & ladies' nights, after-wedding parties, corporate events, partial and full buyouts
- Good for: date night, groups, private events, visitors to Waikiki Beach
- Languages: site available in English, 日本語, 한국어
Signature cocktails
- Maunakea Mai Tai ($23): Rum, mezcal, pineapple, citrus, dry curaçao, orgeat, dark rum float — smoked with flavored wood chips
- Ube Piña Colada ($19): Rum, pineapple juice, coconut, plant-based ube foam
- Banana Buzz ($20): Rum, ancho chile, cacao bitters, banana, lime, honey
- Tropical Tease ($20): Brazilian rum, dry vermouth, mango, citrus
- Midnight in Waikiki ($20): Hennessy, dry curaçao, orgeat, lemon, red wine float
- Lavender Breeze ($20): Gin, crème de mûre, citrus, lavender
- Honeymoon ($18): White wine, peach schnapps, Luxardo, lilikoi, lime, lilikoi foam
- Purple Riviera ($19): Vodka, crème de mûre, blue curaçao, lime, topped with prosecco
- Shell Whisper ($22): Premium vodka, dry vermouth, lime, choice of Giffard lychee or passion liqueur
- Pink Lady ($21): Vodka, peach schnapps, strawberry, lime, plant-based foam
- Espresso Martini ($20): Vanilla vodka, Borghetti Italian liqueur, fresh-brewed espresso
- Dubai Martini ($22): Vodka, Baileys chocolate, pistachio syrup, cacao foam, kataifi & dark chocolate
- Surf's Up ($20): Vodka, green Chartreuse, citrus, falernum, guava, topped with ginger beer
- Mahalo ($20): Vodka, coconut tequila, citrus, pineapple juice, pineapple shrub
- Old Fashioned ($22): Bourbon, orange bitters, Angostura bitters
- Volcanic Rush ($21): Bourbon, ancho, honey, lemon, cocoa bitters, li hing mui
- Matchvibe ($21): Mezcal, bourbon, citrus, honey, matcha, plant-based elderflower foam
- Wiki Wiki ($19): Tequila, Aperol, orgeat, citrus
- Lilikoi Sunset ($21): Tequila, Magdala, citrus, guava, lilikoi, topped with grapefruit soda
- Coral Crush ($21): Tequila, banana liqueur, coconut, strawberry, plum bitters, lime
- Berry Bliss ($21): Tequila, pear liqueur, blueberry, citrus, thyme
Light bites
- The Salmon Board ($14): Smoked salmon, cream cheese, fresh dill, capers, crisp toast.
- Tandem Board ($22): Cured meats, cheeses, pickles, olives, dried fruits, spread & crackers. Recommended for two.
- Petite Charcuterie Bite ($9): Salami rose with crackers, olives, pickles & cheese bites.
FAQ
- Where is Surf Bar Waikiki located? Surf Bar Waikiki is inside the Waikiki Resort Hotel at 2460 Koa Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815 — in the hotel lobby, on the right-hand side, about a block from Waikiki Beach.
- What are Surf Bar Waikiki's hours? We're open daily from 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM.
- Does Surf Bar Waikiki have a DJ? Yes — live DJ sets are featured on select nights, starting at 9:30 PM. The lounge is cozy early in the evening and turns lively later.
- Is there an age requirement? Surf Bar Waikiki is 21+ after 9:30 PM. Please bring valid ID.
- Is there a dress code? The dress code is casual chic.
- Is there parking? Yes — we offer 3 hours of validated parking at the Waikiki Resort Hotel for guests.
- Do you serve food? Yes, a curated light-bites menu — including The Salmon Board, the Tandem charcuterie board, and the Petite Charcuterie Bite.
- How do I make a reservation? To reserve a table, please call (808) 785-1592. Walk-ins are welcome, but reserving ahead is recommended on weekends and for groups.
- Can I book a private event? Yes. We host birthdays, bachelorette and ladies' nights, after-wedding parties, corporate events, and partial or full buyouts. Email events@surfbarwaikiki.com to plan yours.
Links
- Website: https://www.surfbarwaikiki.com
- Instagram: @surfbar.waikiki
- TikTok: @surfbar.waikiki
- Facebook: facebook.com/surfbarwaikiki