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

Upstairs at Pier 38

4.6
4.6
542 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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: December 1, 2024

                                                                                                  What 542 people are saying

                                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                  4.6
                                                                                                  4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                  • 4.5Food
                                                                                                  • 4.6Service
                                                                                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                  • 4.3Value

                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                  Upstairs at Pier 38 offers "top notch service" and a "perfect ambiance" for special occasions, featuring "extremely fresh fish" and delicious dishes like the "most delicious sea bass" and "amazing lobster bisque." Guests appreciate the "warm Aloha" greeting and the attentive staff, enhancing a memorable dining experience with "great atmosphere" and "beautiful views."

                                                                                                  542 Reviews

                                                                                                  1. Kelly

                                                                                                    Hawaii

                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    The food was ok. The lack of choices got me on this one. No mocktails/virgin coladas because there's no blender on site. Not a variety of drinks such as sweetened ice tea, juices, etc. The appetizers were ok; baked Brie didn't make sense, the Ahi Tartar was the best of the dishes. The Kona Kenpachi was dry, the seared Ahi was ok. The Chef's cut was loved by the person who ate it which included a rare Porterhouse steak over Truffle smashed potatoes. The other had a Filet Mognon which was REALLY like a meatball...not worth it. The others ate Ribeye steak and seemed to be satisfied. An overall rating is a 3 and I wouldn't recommend this place.

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                                                                                                  2. evbj

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Hawaii

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    2.0

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 2
                                                                                                    2. Food 2
                                                                                                    3. Service 2
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    They had a special appetizer - lechon kawali. It was so tough and chewy. When we told the server, he said nothing, just shrugged and took the remaining lechon kawali.

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                                                                                                  3. Jean

                                                                                                    Hawaii

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Excellent experience, food and service was beyond excellent.

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                                                                                                  4. John

                                                                                                    Wilmington

                                                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on January 5, 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Great setting and environment. Away from the tourist hustle of Waikīkī.

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                                                                                                  5. Kate

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Orlando

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on January 1, 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    I am not sure I can even begin to do justice to how incredible our meal at Upstairs at Pier 38 was tonight at the chefs counter. The hospitality, food, guidance, wine selections and joy this staff brings to the table are unparalleled in Honolulu. Not only was every bite delicious and well paired with impressive wines. The service and love of both the house and kitchen staff made this a meal I will be thinking about for a long time. They truly spoiled us and made our new years one to remember. I cannot wait to come back and eat with them again.

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                                                                                                  6. Wesley

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Hawaii

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on January 1, 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Everything about our experience at Upstairs at Pier 38 was great!

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                                                                                                  7. Bryan

                                                                                                    Nashville

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on December 29, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Really over the top service by Chef Nico and the GM Jessica. They came out to our group, really got involved and asked us lots of questions, my group felt really included and so so welcome. It was a true delight and honor to be able to be served at Nico's. Thank y'all hope to come back again.

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                                                                                                  8. Steve

                                                                                                    Hawaii

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on December 29, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Love this place! Table spacing is excellent. Dr. Steve

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                                                                                                  9. Laurie

                                                                                                    Minneapolis

                                                                                                    12 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    12 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on December 29, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Everything we had was fantastic! And portions were good sized. We appreciated the service as well.

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                                                                                                  10. Janette

                                                                                                    Phoenix

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on December 28, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    What a wonderful dinner and experience! The food was amazing. I had the sea bass and it was, without a doubt, the most delicious sea bass Ive ever had. The lobster bisque soup was also spectacular! Overall super happy with our experience.

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                                                                                                  Upstairs at Pier 38 is rated 4.6 stars by 542 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                                  Make a reservation

                                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                                  7:00 PM
                                                                                                  Booked 15 times today
                                                                                                  Google Map for Upstairs at Pier 38

                                                                                                  1129 N Nimitz Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817

                                                                                                  Dining areas

                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                  • Cross street
                                                                                                    1129 N. Nimitz Hwy
                                                                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                                                                    Kalihi-Palama
                                                                                                  • Hours of operation
                                                                                                    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                                  • 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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