Island Vintage Wine Bar (2301 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu)

We visited Vintage Island Wine Bar four mornings in a row during our trip and loved it every time. It was half a block from our hotel. Conveniently located on the second floor. This place is a must every time we visit Oahu. The açaí bowls, garlic shrimp, lox bagel, and iced coffee drinks were all fresh and delicious. A special shoutout to Keanu, who was an amazing host every morning—friendly, welcoming, and genuinely made us feel like regulars. We’re going to miss his friendly smile and aloha spirit. Great food, great service, and a great way to start the day. Highly recommend!

Amazing experience! The food was incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. I had a delicious salad with perfectly seasoned fish, creamy sauce, sesame seeds, and fresh greens that tasted so vibrant and balanced. Every bite felt high quality and thoughtfully put together. The atmosphere at the bar was relaxing and welcoming, and the coffee was excellent as well. A perfect spot to enjoy fresh, flavorful food in Hawaii. Highly recommend!

10⭐️ experience! Amazing food, amazing coffee, and the sweetest service. Apple took such great care of us — attentive, kind, and genuinely welcoming. The Ahi Burger was incredible, and the coconut affogato was next level. Great atmosphere and truly memorable. Highly recommend — and ask for Apple!

Having a wonderful time here with a group of partners. Every dish had a strong Hawaiian flair, and the drinks were delicious as well. The food was served fairly quickly, and the location is convenient, making this a place worth considering.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! This is hands down the best brunch spot you can imagine in Waikiki. I’m never the type to eat at the same place repeatedly on vacation, yet every single morning I found myself coming back to Island Vintage Coffee Waikiki and Island Vintage Wine Bar. The haupia açaí bowl is absolutely incredible—I ordered it over and over again. Every other dish we tried was just as impressive: both loco mocos, the grilled salmon, the crab scramble loaded with crab, the kalua pork benny, the smoked salmon benny…the list goes on. Truly outstanding every time.

Great cheese plate and the small one is already quite large. The staff was very friendly recommending wine to me and I was more than pleased with my deep, oaky and smokey Syrah. They also serve non-alcoholic drinks, including mocktails and milk beverages. They also have wine on a dispenser system. Very nice experience. Can’t wait to visit again.

Island Vintage Wine Bar is one of those Waikīkī spots that consistently delivers, especially if you’re craving high-quality poke in a relaxed, wine-bar setting without the chaos of the main café line downstairs. The shoyu ahi poke is absolutely excellent—clean, fresh cubes of ahi with a perfectly balanced shoyu marinade that lets the fish shine. Nothing overpowered, nothing heavy, just beautifully seasoned fish over rice with crisp greens and seaweed for texture. It’s the kind of poke that reminds you why simple is often best. I was equally impressed with the spicy Hawaiian tofu poke, which is not an afterthought vegetarian option. The tofu is flavorful, well-marinated, and paired with crunchy veggies and sesame that give it real depth and heat. Even non-tofu lovers would enjoy this—bold, savory, and very satisfying. The ambiance is airy and calm, especially compared to other Waikīkī spots, and the wine bar setup makes it easy to linger. Pro tip: this location often has the same food menu with less of a wait, which is a huge win. Why four stars instead of five? Prices are a bit steep for the portion size, even by Waikīkī standards and the happy hour menu isn’t always offered unless you ask. Still, the quality is there, and the food absolutely hits. Bottom line: If you want excellent poke—both classic and plant-based—in a chill setting with solid vibes, Island Vintage Wine Bar is a reliable go-to.