What to order at House Without a Key

Signature drink
Mai Tai
Editor tip
Sunset hula starts 17:30. Bar tables walk-in only; the Kawehewehe blue curacao cocktail is the new house move.
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeHotel cocktail bar
Price$$$
Signature drinkMai Tai
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Food program: Hawaiian small plates

Tip: Sunset hula starts 17:30. Bar tables walk-in only; the Kawehewehe blue curacao cocktail is the new house move.

Location

Address: 2199 Kalia Road, Honolulu, HI 96815

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