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Ko Olina’s Best Happy Hours

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Ko Olina Resort is home to an amazing culinary scene, with many award-winning restaurants offering a dining experience to remember. These upscale establishments can certainly set you back a pretty penny, so if you’re looking to eat the same great food and drinks at a discount, try the happy hour hack! 

Here is Hawaii, we call happy hour “pau hana”, meaning “end of work.” It’s a time to gather with friends and family, enjoy good food and drinks, and take time to relax and appreciate the beauty of life. Even if you’re on vacation, pau hana can still be the best time of day! Here are five local restaurants that encourage you to celebrate the happiest hour with unbeatable deals on food and drinks. 

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Photo Credit: Monkeypod Kitchen

Monkeypod Kitchen

Hawaii-inspired dining led by local award-winning chef Peter Merriman. His menu incorporates locally-sourced produce, fish and meat to support and connect farmers and producers to Hawaii’s culinary scene. Monkeypod makes happy hour even better with live music starting at 3pm daily!  

Happy Hour: daily from 3:30pm – 5pm and 9 – 11pm

Enjoy $2 off beers, $4 off culinary cocktails, ½ off apps and $13 pizzas. See the full menu. 

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Photo Credit: Mekiko Cantina

Mekiko Cantina

Looking for authentic Mexican cuisine at budget-friendly prices? Head to Mekiko Cantina and indulge in traditional Mexican classics inspired by four generations of family recipes. 

Happy Hour: daily from 3 – 5pm

Margaritas start at only $10 and nachos, quesadillas, tacos and chimichangas will only set you back $7. See the full menu.

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Photo Credit: 808Craft

808Craft

The new kid on the block! Recently opened 808Craft offers a relaxed environment with local cuisine, American classics, and Waikiki Brewing on tap. Plus, you can’t go wrong with happy hour offered 2x each day! 

Happy Hour: daily from 2 – 5pm and 9 – 11pm

Come for their beer and wine specials, $8 mai tais and piña coladas, 25% off apps, and $10 Sicilian 2-topping pizzas. See the full menu.

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Photo Credit: Roy’s Ko Olina

Roy’s Ko Olina

Come here for Hawaiian fusion cuisine crafted by James Beard Award winning chef Roy Yamaguchi. Yamaguchi blends European culinary techniques and Pacific Rim cuisine to bring diners a creative menu inspired by the spirit of Aloha.  

Aloha Hour: daily 2 – 5pm

Try their famous spiced Mongolian ribs ($11), crispy island maki ($9), and cheesy truffle orzo pasta with smoked pork belly ($11) at a fraction of the cost. Drink specials include $9 cocktails and $7 draft beers. See the full menu.

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Ko Olina Ocean Adventures Sunset Sail

Ko Olina Ocean Adventures

Spend the happiest hour on a luxury catamaran! Ko Olina Ocean Adventures sets sail 7 days a week, bringing guests the best sunset views Oahu has to offer. Perfect for a romantic date night or an outing with the whole family.

Sunset sail: daily 4:30 – 6:30pm 

No happy hour specials here.. instead, food and drinks are included! As you sail across the sea, sip on complimentary cocktails and indulge in a personal charcuterie platter filled with meats, cheese, fruit and nuts. Book a sail! 

Well, there you have it. Five of our favorite local spots to kick back and relax after a busy (or not so busy) day in paradise. Come have a discounted drink and see why Ko Olina is one of the coolest communities on the island.  Looking for more restaurant recommendations? Check out our top Ko Olina food picks for every meal of the day!


Please note: Restaurant hours and prices are subject to change. Please visit each website for updated information.

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