Blue Ribbon Bar & Grill

This compact spot fills up quickly for pau hana gatherings, where regulars and kupuna take turns singing classic oldies from an extensive song catalog. Because the music runs continuously, the room is distinctly not built for a quiet drink, leaning instead into an energetic party-within-a-party momentum as tables pack in. Comforting Korean and Hawaiian dishes arrive in huge portions, turning out thick, crispy kimchi and seafood pancakes alongside hearty bar staples to sustain the crowd.