Enjoy Live Music and Delicious Cuisine at These Local Eateries

A vibrant dining scene is flourishing in various locales, offering a mix of live music and delectable cuisine. These establishments are perfect for enjoying good food and drinks while soaking in the atmosphere. Here’s a roundup of some notable spots to visit this month.

Cafe Kalawe Invites Brunch Enthusiasts

Located at 45-270 William Henry Road on the Windward side, Cafe Kalawe is the place to be for brunch lovers. From 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays and 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sundays, guests can enjoy live performances from talented artists such as Bobby Ingano, Bryan Tolentino, and Dwight Kanae. Diners can customize their meals with a build-your-own omelet or opt for the popular Koolaupoko breakfast sandwich, which includes a fried egg, cheese, and a choice of meat. For lunch, dishes like fried saimin and plate lunch options are available. More details can be found at cafekalawe.com.

Local Flavor at bEASTside Kitchen

In Niu Valley, bEASTside Kitchen at 5724 Kalanianaole Hwy. provides a lively setting for diners three to four nights a week. Known for its delicious offerings, the restaurant serves a variety of local dishes, including pork belly bao and pastele nachos. Guests can also savor plate lunches like loco moco and furikake-crusted ahi. The eatery features live music during dinner hours, with upcoming performances from artists such as Imua and Jeff Rasmussen. Enjoy the Ohana Bingo Night on October 27 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. For updates, visit beastsidekitchen.com or follow them on Instagram @beastsidekitchen.

Experience Hawaiian Culture at Kani Ka Pila Grille

Every evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Kani Ka Pila Grille, located at 2169 Kalia Road in the OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort, showcases live Hawaiian music. The restaurant embraces the spirit of kanikapila, which translates to “let’s play music.” Guests can enjoy appetizers like crispy Spam handrolls and ahi poke nachos, followed by entrees such as roasted kabocha squash risotto or strip steak with truffled mashed potatoes. Performances include music from renowned artists like Kawiko Kahiapo and Cyril Pahinui. Learn more at bit.ly/4nFzRVT.

Craft Beer and Local Flavors at Off the Wall

At 1170 Auahi St. Ste. 140, Off the Wall Craft Beer & Wall offers a unique experience featuring local craft beers and a diverse food menu. The restaurant promotes local breweries with a rotating selection of craft beers. Visitors can enjoy happy hour from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, where they can sample dishes like smoked ahi dip and crispy Brussels sprouts. Live music takes place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursdays and from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. More information is available at offthewallhawaii.com.