Blind Ox

4.6 (889)

$50 and over

Speakeasy

829 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816-1428

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Hot spot

Blind Ox is Honolulu's newest speakeasy providing its guests with a wide selection of premium Whisky and spirits, unique seasonal cocktails, and delicious tapas.
Join us and like-minded individuals who believe greatness takes time, hard work, and a leap of faith.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Speakeasy, Tapas / Small Plates, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Website
http://www.blindox.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Mario
Private party facilities
Break the ice and start your night out with something everyone will remember and talk about for a long time! Whether you’re entertaining clients, hosting a corporate party or celebrating a special occasion, our restaurant and wait staff will make it a spectacular event every time!

Location
829 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816-1428
Neighborhood
Honolulu
Cross street
Paliuli Street
Parking details
Valet opens at 5pm
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Blind Ox.

4.6

(889)

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

895 Reviews

KH
KimiH Gold
Hawaii4 reviews
2.0
Dined on January 14, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Bar and wait service were really, really slow. Waited well over half an hour for a glass of wine and a cocktail.
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Gavrilo2 Gold
Hawaii16 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a really offbeat, engaging establishment, discreetly located, strong on character, with a genuine commitment to quality and service. It’s essentially a speakeasy atmosphere but sparing us the usual ‘secret password’ inconveniences etc. It’s not inexpensive but nothing’s expensive really unless something goes wrong— and I didn’t see that happen here. A very knowledgeable and strong emphasis on craft cocktails but not tediously complex as in Bar Leather Apron and other various spots. They know what they’re doing; mixologist Boo has it very very together. Insanely impressive spirits list, especially for dark spirits— Bourbon heaven. The emphasis on the cocktail menu offerings as good as they are is perhaps strong enough to an extent where one might feel almost ignorant or unappreciative simply by ordering a regular drink. But this place is straightforward and welcoming, cozy and focused. I would’ve thought I was in Manhattan.
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii1 review
4.0
Dined on January 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Drinks: tasty and balanced They offer a nice selection of whiskey and whiskey and tequila cocktails; however, there wasn’t very many vodka drinks. The ones offered seem too sweet and made with pre-made juice/syrups. The server recommended an off menu vodka cocktail that was nice and citrus forward so that was a nice accommodation for the lack of vodka cocktails on the menu. Food: Charcuterie platter included a variety of items, which were perfect for pupu! The fries were yummy with the different dipping sauces - especially liked the Serrano pepper dip, but beware - it IS spicy! 😜 Ambiance: Dark and moody - need a space for larger parties in main dining room that can seat 8+ ppl comfortably. Service: Server was friendly and accommodating; provided great drink recommendations! Enjoyed our visit and would return!!
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Denver4 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Boo is great and the lobster rolls amazing Would recommend the oyster shooters also
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matsudog
Hawaii4 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food portions were small on some of their items and did not equate with the price point. Kinda cool place to have drinks - but the drinks are pricey as well. Outdoor area looks cool but lots of dirty dishes left out on the table for the guests to see on their way to their tables inside the establishment.
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AaronH Gold
Seattle10 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance and big for a speakeasy. Didn't try the food, but the menu looks good and from what I saw on other tables it looked good.
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii5 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the creative hand-crafted cocktails, food menu and ambience. The flavors are thoughtfully balanced with unique edible garnishes that are very appealing. Our bartender and server were amazing too!
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BeatrizGarciaLoo
San Diego3 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 1, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The food is expensive for what you get. We order a charcuterie board, the bread is ok (La Tour Cafe) the cheese was nothing memorable or really special. Also got french fries, beet salad and octopus, is not bad but wasn't what I expected. The drinks were ok. 200$ plus tip later, went home to eat some more, those tapas did not hit the spot. We sat in the patio, the ambiance inside maybe better.
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Joepaleto28
Pittsburgh1 review
5.0
Dined on December 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just a great time😎 Waitress was very knowledgeable, and was able to accommodate Gluten Free Awesome drinks
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StephenL
London7 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 25, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really nice location! Well designed and great ambiance. Drinks and drink choices were outstanding, especially for single malt fans. The food was simply SALTY. Go for the drinks and conversion. Would go again, but only drinks.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Speakeasy, Tapas / Small Plates, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Website
http://www.blindox.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Mario
Private party facilities
Break the ice and start your night out with something everyone will remember and talk about for a long time! Whether you’re entertaining clients, hosting a corporate party or celebrating a special occasion, our restaurant and wait staff will make it a spectacular event every time!

Location
829 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816-1428
Neighborhood
Honolulu
Cross street
Paliuli Street
Parking details
Valet opens at 5pm
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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