Looking for the best 18 and over night clubs/bars to visit on Oahu, Hawaii on Friday nights? Here is a list of the three best night clubs on Oahu that allow 18 year old patrons. All of these clubs (except Pipeline) have a strict dress code so where a collared shirt, some nice pants/jeans and dress shoes to ensure you get in!
Pipeline Cafe
Pipeline Cafe is by far the largest 18 and older night club on Oahu. Friday nights are “Foreplay Fridaze” at Pipeline Cafe hosted by the largest radio station on Ohau 102.7 Da Bomb. Friday nights feature several DJs and is typically hosted by Sam the Man. Pipeline is open from 9PM to 4 AM and is located on 805 Pohukaina St near Ward Street. See our review of Pipeline Cafe for more details!
ZanzaBar
Zanza Bar is the other main avenue for the 18 and older crown on Friday nights. ZanzaBar hosts “Sinsual Fridays” with radio station Power 104.3 in their Eqyptian/Asian Decor bar. ZanzaBar has a $10 cover charge. Some of their drink specials include $3 Crown, Jager, Wells, Beers and $2 Coors until midnight with 1/2 Price Bottle service before 11pm. To get $5 off your cover charge bring in this flyer! Check out our Zanzabar review for detailed info!
Venus Nightclub
Venus Nightclub hosts “Milk” from 9 PM to 4 AM and the cover charge ranges from $5-15. Venus has 1/2 off drinks until 12am and the music is Hip Hop and R&B. Venus is located at 1349 Kapiolani Blvd near the Ala Moana Center.
The Basics
Senor Frogs is a popular Mexican style bar/restaurant in the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center in the heart of Waikiki, Hawaii. Senor Frogs is a popular chain of bars throughout Mexico, The Cayman Islands, Bahamas and Puerto Rico. There are two Senor Frogs in America; in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and in Waikiki, Hawaii.The Waikiki Senor Frogs opened in July of 2007 and is a very popular bar to let loose and have fun. Senior Frogs is also a Mexican Restaurant open for both Lunch and Dinner.
Calendar of Events
Senor Frogs is open daily from 10 AM to 1 AM with special events throughout the year. Call (808) 440-0150 for details.
Dress Code
Senor Frogs’ dress code is very relaxed. Just show up with clothes on and they will let you in!
Senor Frogs Bar Information and Directions
Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center
2201 Kalakaua Avenue,
Suite 313 Lewer’s St. and Kalakaua Ave.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96815
Telephone: (808) 440-0150
Website: http://www.senorfrogs.com/hawaii/index.htm
The Basics
Mai Tai Bar has a nightclub atmosphere, but is more open being located in the middle of the Ala Moana Shopping Center. Mai Tai Bar is located in the heart of Honolulu and is a local favorite with a mix of tourists. The bar gets very crowded on Friday and Saturday nights as it can only handle a few hundred patrons. There is music and Happy Hours every day of the week. Get there early if you want a seat!
Calendar of Events
Live music EVERY day from 4-7 PM and again at 9:30 PM-12:30 AM. Visit Mai Tai’s website and click calendar to see who is playing. Happy hour is daily from 7 PM to 11 PM.
Cover Charge
Mai Tai is free every night of the week and never has a cover charge!
Parking
Parking is free. Go to the third floor Ala Moana Shopping Center parking garage and park near The Pearl Ultra Lounge. Go up the esculators and follow the music.
Demographics
The Mai Tai Bar has a good mix of people of all ages, but is mostly a local bar with a sprinkle of tourists. There are a lot of bouncers, so the bar seems safe. It does get very crowded so don’t expect to have a lot of personal space. If you just want to listen to good music and have a drink visit the Mai Tai Bar Sunday through Thursday.
Dress Code
The Mai Tai dress code is very relaxed. Just show up with clothes on and they will let you in!
Mai Tai Bar Information and Directions
1450 Ala Moana Blvd #3247
Honolulu, HI USA 96814
(808) 947-2900
Website: http://www.maitaibar.com/hawaii.html
Mai Tai Bar Operating Hours
Mai Tai is open from 4 PM until closing (3 or 4 AM)
The Basics
Zanzabar in the Waikiki Trade Center is one of Hawaii’s more popular nightclubs, especially on Thursday, Friday and Saturdays. Thursday nights at Zanzabar is called “Thirsty Thursdays” and is hosted by the popular hip hop radio station 102.7 Da Bomb. On Thursdays, expect an 18 and over crowd and several top DJs. Zanzabar is one of the few nightclubs/bars open 7 days a week!
Calendar of Events
Mondays - Beach Party Mondays (Spring and Summer only)
Tuesday - Hot Latin Tuesdays - Free Salsa Lessons from 8:15 - 9:15 PM.
Wednesday - Electronic Dance Music and Neo-Soul
Thursday - Thirsty Thursdays (18 and older)
Friday - Contagious Fridays - 21 and older stylish dress party
Saturday - House of Isis (9 PM to 4 AM) 21 and older
Sunday - Sizzling Sunday Dance Contest with radio station Power 104.3
Cover Charge
Zanzabar charges $10 for anyone 21 and older and $15 for anyone under 21.
Parking
Parking is available in the building for $3 with validation.
Demographics
Zanzabar will be packed Thursday through Saturday with a young crowd. Expect a higher percentage of college students on Thursday nights. Here is a good video of what to expect on a Saturday night at Zanzabar.
Zanzabar also features some hot go go dancing girls!
Dress Code
The Zanzabar dress code depends on the night. You should dress like you are going to a nightclub! Collared shirt, pants and covered shoes for me. Dress up on Fridays!
Zanzabar Night Club Information and Directions
Zanzabar
2255 Kuhio Ave.
Honolulu, HI USA 96815
(808) 924-3939
Website: http://www.zanzabarhawaii.com
Zanzabar Nightclub Operating Hours
Generally Zanzabar is open from 9 PM to 4 AM. Call them at (808) 924-3939 for more details.
The Basics 
The Basics 
