Honolulu Nightlife: Top 5 Hot Spots in Chinatown

Chinatown has had many changes in the past couple of years, and has gone through a whole transformation from being a drug dealing, prostitution destination to becoming a cultural arts and entertainment epicenter in Honolulu at night.  The night scene in Chinatown is never monotone; there is always a constant flow of music, a varying mesh of entertainment, and an ever changing vibe of energy.  The cafes, entertainment venues and bars in Chinatown are all very unique, they each have their own special atmosphere, but they are all very fun and absorbing.  The cafes, clubs and bars are great places to meet new people and enjoy a stimulating environment. If you ever find yourself bored at night or simply within the Chinatown area with nothing to do, check out these the top 5 hot spots. 

#5.  BambuTwo Cafe

Located conveniently a block away from the Hawaii Theater, BambuTwo is a great place to get quality food and beverages for a great price.  BambuTwo is especially known for their $3.50 martinis. If ever you are with friends or on a date and just want to find a calm place to sit and talk, BambuTwo is your best choice. They serve coffee all night along with sandwiches and pastries from Du Vin.  The environment is very laid back, and is conducive for intimate conversations.  There is even a VIP room in the back for private parties as well.  BambuTwo is quite spacious, holding up to 125 people, and offers both indoor and outdoor seating.

1144 Bethel St Honolulu HI 96813, 808.528.1144

4.  Manifest

During the day, Manifest is a trendy and comfortable cafe where you can sit and hang out with either you friends or acquaintances.  However as night approaches, the lights start to dim, and live music starts playing.  If you are ever feeling alone and happen to be in Chinatown, head to Manifest for great drinks and to meet new people.  The atmosphere is unpretentious and very supportive, and you are bound to make new friends in minutes.  Manifest is a supportive venue for artist of all kinds, and there is unique art that is hung on the walls in Manifest. Every month the art on the walls will rotate, and in a year 12 feature artist will be able to present their art for the customers at Manifest to see.  

32 North Hotel St Honolulu, HI 96817  808.523.7575

 #3. Thirtynine Hotel

At a glance Thirtynine Hotel looks very much like an old dilapidated apartment building, however upon entry you will find that it is actually a multimedia space. It is great for catching live music from local bands and DJs, as well as seeing different types of art work. If you ever want to introduce your ears and eyes to new sensations, make your way to Thirtynine Hotel. After walking up the creaky stairs of Thirthynine Hotel, you will be immersed into an array of hypnotizing music, and see interesting fashion shows or art displays.  The outdoor patio is also great for mingling with friends, dates and meeting new people. 

  39 North Hotel St Honolulu, HI 96817   808.599.2552

 #2.  Next Door

A leading Venue for music, Next Door is a dimly lit  but very open area for many to gather for live band performances and DJ music. It is also a great place to come for dancing and cinema.  If you are ever bored and in need some excitement, head down to Next Door and be drawn into the intoxicating energy.  The atmosphere inside Next Door is loud, and the crowd is always buzzing.  There is not much furniture in the building, but the ceilings are high and the space is wide, so many simply enjoy the music and dance the night away.                  

43 N Hotel St Honolulu HI, 96813   808.852.2243

#1.  Bar 35
Bar 35, which was the winner of Metromix's Best Bar 2010, is the top hot spot in Chinatown.  The bar is very spacious and encompasses an indoor bar, as well as an outdoor patio bar.  The inside and outside bars are both very spacious with comfortable seats.   Bar 35 offers a wide range of beers from around the world; they serve around 200 different brands of beer.  Chef Valentini also creates a wide array of handmade, thin-crust pizzas that customers can choose from. The toppings of the pizzas are sure to leave you wanting more. The best part of Bar 35 is the variety in environmental themes it offers.  The bars goal is to be innovated and allow customers to experience something new each time they come.  The bar changes it's atmosphere to meet the need of the customers. 

35 North Hotel St Honolulu, HI 96817-5103   808.537.3535 

College Dating: Dos and Don'ts on Your First College Date

College is a time to be free, experience new things and meet new people.  Dating is always a hot subject on college campuses.  As students meet new people and form new friendships at an impossibly fast rate, going on a first date and experiencing companionship is bound to happen.  Some students are naturals on dates, they know exactly what to do and can have the perfect date with ease.  However, there are some students who feel awkward and uncomfortable with even the mention of dating.  Here are some tips that can help ease the process of going through your first college date.

DO SMILE AND ENJOY YOURSELF
Going into your first date with a smile and positive attitude is always attractive and desirable.  A first date is simply a time for two people to get to know each other and have a good time.  Though college presents many new stresses that are constantly on the minds of all college students, as long as you focus on simply enjoying the date and smiling to show your enjoyment, the other person is likely to feel more comfortable around you and going on future dates with you.

DON'T TEXT 
A big turn off for anyone going on a first date is to have their partner constantly reaching for and checking their phone.  It creates an obvious distraction and takes away from the mood.  College students always want to keep in touch with their friends, but on a first date your partner wants to converse and get to know you better, not watch you text.  Texting on a first date will give your partner the impression that the date is less important to you than whoever or whatever is on the other side of the line.  Limit distractions and focus on your date.

DO HAVE GOOD HYGIENE
Good hygiene is always important, but it is especially important on a first date.  Now that you are in college and your parents aren't on your case all the time, your attention to personal hygiene may go down.  However, the way you present yourself on your first date is likely to leave a lasting impression on your partner.  Going to a first date looking unclean will be an obvious distraction for your partner and will automatically take away from your natural appeal. Your partner will be given the impression that to you are a sloppy, uncaring and unsanitary person.  This will put you in a bad light with your date.




DON'T BE EASY
A first date is not a one-night stand.  Being "easy" will not make you seem more attractive to your partner.  In fact, he or she will actually be turned off by this, and end up not taking you nor the date seriously.  Your partner has asked you out on a first date to get to know you better and to develop a possible relationship.  He or she did not get dressed up and take you out simply to have sex with you. Word always spreads fast on college campuses, and if you're known to be "easy" on first dates, soon no one on campus will take you seriously.  You will end up hurting yourself instead of helping your chances at getting a good first date.







DO BE YOURSELF
Being honest, and true to who you are is the most important thing you can do on your first date.  There is nothing more important to your partner than learning more about the real you on your first date.  Many college students will try to make up facts about themselves to seem "cooler" to their dates.  However, trying to be someone or something that you are not is simply going to give your partner the wrong impression of you.  Your first date will set the foundation for the future of your relationship with your partner.  It is always better to start off a relationship with your partner knowing and accepting you for who you really are, than having him or her liking and accepting you for something you are not.  Being true to who you are will set your relationship on a good note.