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