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Nico's Upstairs Bar Shot - Upstairs at Pier 38, Honolulu, HI

Upstairs at Pier 38

4.5
4.5
584 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak

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2 people
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19:00
Booked 11 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Inspired by the rich history of Pier 38, Upstairs at Pier 38 is a place to gather that encompasses locally caught seafood, sourced by the renowned Honolulu Fish Auction, featuring USDA Prime Steak. Our Culinary Team adds their own creativity to the menu by collaborating with Chef Nico Chaize, to create island cuisine using rustic French techniques.

Experience our cozy lounge setting inspired by a “home away from home.” Smokey wood accents with high industrial ceilings, glowing lights, and a majestic copper bar will allow our guests to unwind with ease. Seating in the dining room is spacious and perfect for large parties or an intimate date night.

We are happy to offer a contemporary wine list with old-world treats, locally crafted beers, and captivating one-of-a-kind cocktails. Our team prefers reservations; however, walk-ins are always welcome!

Join us at the Pier for enticing food, finely crafted cocktails, and a Hawaiian sunset.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–17:30 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (808) 550-3740
  • Website
    http://UpstairsPier38.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Nathaniel Hollaway
  • Location
    1129 N Nimitz Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817
  • Area
    Kalihi-Palama
  • Cross Street
    1129 N. Nimitz Hwy
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

FIRST

  • Oysters in the Half Shell | MP

    Mignonette | Cocktail Sauce

    • Seafood Tower | MP

      Chef's Selection

      • Ahi Poke

        Chef's Daily Creation

        • Pommes Frites

          Garlic | Parmesan | Truffle Oil

          • Angry Ahi Tartare

            Auction Fresh Ahi | Kimchi Aioli | Wonton Crisps

            • Cast Iron Baked Brie

              Tomato Jam | Fig Compote | Baguette

              • Escargots

                Garlic Butter | House Rolls

                • Pier 38 Sliders

                  Truffle Aioli | Caramelized Onion | Gruyère

                  • Chilled Black Tiger Shrimp

                    Cocktail Sauce

                    • Spanish Octopus

                      Chimichurri | Garlic | Chili | Duck Confit Tomato

                      SECOND

                      • Old World Lobster Bisque

                        Puff Pastry Bâton

                        • French Onion Soup

                          Gruyère | Gratin

                          • Anjou Pear & Beet Salad

                            Nalo Greens | Beet Purée | Blueberries | Strawberries | Radish | Candied Walnuts | Port Vinaigrette

                            • Caesar Salad

                              Nalo Greens Romaine | Parmesan Crisp | Preserved Egg | Crouton

                              • Parker House Rolls

                                Seasonal Butter Flight

                                THIRD

                                SEA

                                • Catch of the Day | MP

                                  Fresh from the Honolulu Fish Auction

                                  • Seared Ahi

                                    Brussel-Potato Hash | Charred Leeks | Apple Bacon Jam | Red Wine Gastrique

                                    • Kona Kampachi

                                      Butternut Squash | Shallot | Charred Broccolini | Smoked Maitake Mushroom

                                      • Misoyaki Sea Bass

                                        Bok Choy | Daikon Purée | Miso Caramel | Sushi Rice

                                        • Poêle de la Mer

                                          Lobster | Scallop | Ama Ebi | Chorizo-Saffron Rice | Tomato Velouté

                                          THIRD

                                          LAND

                                          • Chef's Cut | MP

                                            • 6 oz Filet Mignon

                                              Choice of Café de Paris Butter, Aux Poivres, or Garlic Butter

                                              • 14 oz Ribeye

                                                Choice of Café de Paris Butter, Aux Poivres, or Garlic Butter

                                                • 16 oz Bone- In Prime New York Strip

                                                  Choice of Café de Paris Butter, Aux Poivres, or Garlic Butter

                                                  • 20 oz Porterhouse

                                                    Choice of Café de Paris Butter, Aux Poivres, or Garlic Butter

                                                    SUPPLÉMENTS

                                                    • 8 oz Spiny Lobster Tail

                                                      • U-10 Scallops

                                                        SIDES

                                                        • Macaroni & Cheese

                                                          • Brussels Gratin

                                                            • Truffle Smashed Potato

                                                              • Gratin Dauphinois

                                                                • Market Vegetable

                                                                  • Chorizo-Saffron Rice

                                                                    • Sushi Rice

                                                                      FOUR

                                                                      Desserts

                                                                      • Chouquette

                                                                        Anise | Whipped Cream | Orange Gastrique

                                                                        • Trio de Tartelettes

                                                                          Chef's Whim

                                                                          • Basque Cheesecake

                                                                            Coulis | Caramel | Macerated Berries

                                                                            • Il Gelato Scoop

                                                                              Seasonal Selections

                                                                              Cocktails

                                                                              • Ghost of Brandy Alexander

                                                                                Cognac, Vanilla, Citrus, Cinnamon, Clarified Punch for 72 Hours

                                                                                • ...Over a Barrel Boulevardier

                                                                                  High West Double Rye, Aperol, Carpano Antica, Barrel Aged for 1 Month

                                                                                  • You're Bacon Me Crazy Old-Fashioned

                                                                                    Bacon-Washed Whistle Pig Rye, Maple Syrup, Honey Apple Bitters

                                                                                    • The Taylor-tini

                                                                                      Tito's Vodka, Calamansi, Lime, Demerara, Orange Bitters, Li-Hing Mui

                                                                                      • Mitch Betta Have My Money!

                                                                                        Toki Whiskey, Lemon, Ginger Luxardo Cherry, Red Wine Foam

                                                                                        • Ay, Papi!

                                                                                          Mezcal, Italicus, Coconut, Lime, Pineapple, Scorched Nutmeg

                                                                                          • Lavender Fog

                                                                                            Earl Grey Infused Gin, Lavender Syrup, Dry Curacao, Lemon

                                                                                            • Auld Alliance

                                                                                              Benriach 10yr Scotch, Park Pineau

                                                                                              Dry Bar

                                                                                              Crafted Non-Alcoholic

                                                                                              • T'Ube or not to T'ube

                                                                                                Hawaiian Ube Syrup, Coconut Purée, Lime, Fever Tree Ginger Ale

                                                                                                • One-in-a-Melon

                                                                                                  Fresh Pressed Watermelon, Washington Apple Cider, Obsidian Salt

                                                                                                  Last updated: 1 December 2024

                                                                                                  What 584 people are saying

                                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                  4.5
                                                                                                  4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                  • 4.5Food
                                                                                                  • 4.5Service
                                                                                                  • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                  • 4.2Value

                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                  Upstairs at Pier 38 offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food, service, and atmosphere." Guests consistently praise the "excellent seafood" and "attentive service." While some suggest improvements in ambiance and menu variety, the restaurant's "beautiful views" and "friendly staff" make it a must-visit for special occasions.
                                                                                                  584 Reviews

                                                                                                  1. Jessee VIP

                                                                                                    Charleston5 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Delicious food! Excellent service and what a great value!

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                                                                                                  2. Janine

                                                                                                    Hawaii16 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Mid-week Maritime Hour is an excellent way to unwind after a day. The pupus and cocktails are excellent, and service attentive and friendly, and a good value for some fancy nibbles. The octopus is amazing!

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                                                                                                  3. Alyssa

                                                                                                    Hawaii1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Garrett was absolutely amazing! He made my birthday dinner so special. Great food, awesome service, and nice harbor views! Mahalo!

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                                                                                                  4. Rosalie

                                                                                                    Washington DC7 reviews

                                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    We had a lovely evening at Upstairs at Pier 38. The service was outstanding and the ambiance is perfect for a relaxed, upscale evening. The baked brie was a delicious start, though the lobster bisque was more broth than lobster. Our entrées didn’t quite hit the mark—the sea bass lacked texture, and the sirloin wasn’t as tender as hoped. The combination of flavors on the plate (saffron rice, chimichurri, tomato-garlic compote) felt a bit confused. Lemon sorbet was light and refreshing, and the limoncello ended the night on a high note. Overall, a great atmosphere and service experience with food that’s close, but not quite aligned with the elevated price point.

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                                                                                                  5. Dorothy

                                                                                                    Hawaii7 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Food was delicious and ambience lovely, drinks were great

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                                                                                                  6. Don VIP

                                                                                                    Las Vegas6 reviews

                                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 16 March 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                    Great Location, Lacking Atmosphere The venue itself is fantastic, and the location is great, but the ambiance falls flat. The music feels outdated—like the ’90s called and want their playlist back. A more upbeat and modern selection could do wonders in making the environment livelier. Additionally, the place had more staff than customers, which made it feel a bit off. With some improvements to the atmosphere and energy, this spot could be a real gem.

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                                                                                                  7. Cindy

                                                                                                    Charleston17 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 15 March 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Wonderful dining experience. Delicious food, attentive service and great ambience. Recommend and will definitely return

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                                                                                                  8. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                    Hawaii2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 15 March 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    Oysters and escargots were smaller than I thought! Steak is so harder than well done so I should call for medium/welldone! Rest of my order were excellent tasting!

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                                                                                                  9. peter VIP

                                                                                                    Hawaii34 reviews

                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 10 March 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    Nico's Upstairs has done better. Service slow and disjointed, food just not great and the menu was more limited than the last few times we were there. Escargot were great, could do something other than dinner rolls for the bread with it, but the caesar salad was super salty, and asked for some garlic on it and there was none. The sea bass dish was unimpressive, the fish itself was good with a miso glaze but the rice and the rest of it was lunch food truck.

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                                                                                                  10. Doreen VIP

                                                                                                    Tahoe10 reviews

                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 10 March 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Overall a very nice dining experience. Server was a little slow with their first approach but friendly and attentive later. Sea bass would have been perfect if it didn’t come to the table kinda tepid if that’s the correct word. The sushi rice was too vinegary, overpowered the delicate fish, too bad. But we enjoyed dinner and will be back.

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                                                                                                  Upstairs at Pier 38 is rated 4.5 stars by 584 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                                  Google Map for Upstairs at Pier 38

                                                                                                  1129 N Nimitz Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817

                                                                                                  Dining areas

                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                                    1129 N. Nimitz Hwy
                                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                                    Kalihi-Palama
                                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–17:30 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                                    Steak, Seafood, Contemporary French / American
                                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                                    Casual Elegant
                                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                                    Smart Casual
                                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                                    Public Lot
                                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                                    Nathaniel Hollaway
                                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                                    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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