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AMUSE WINE BAR

Dinner · Drinks · Dessert

[1250 Kapiolani Blvd]

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It is not common to receive instructions to head inside a furniture store to grab dinner and drinks. But if you want to experience a hidden gem, head to INspiration Interiors, a high-end furniture store (entrance to the parking lot is accessible either on Pensacola or Piikoi), and take the elevator to the second floor. There, you will discover the wonder and deliciousness that is Amuse Wine Bar.

Entrance to Amuse Wine Bar

Open Tuesday-Saturday, this cozy and elegant restaurant is the place to be. The ambiance is sexy and moody, while also chill and comfortable. There are a lot of options for seating, including high top tables, big soft chairs, and bar seating at a long granite counter. There even is a private patio nook called the Bamboo Garden that’s amazing for private parties.

Enclosed patio nook with cool seating for a private event available for booking at Amuse Wine Bar

The menu has great options for wine, cocktails, and beer. The bartenders are knowledgable and execute drinks expertly.

To complement your drink of choice, Amuse Wine Bar offers a delectable array of small plates, perfect for sharing or indulging on your own. They serve artisan cheese and charcuterie boards, sliders, and grilled steak. The menu is thoughtfully designed and enhances the tasting experience.

Amuse Wine Bar serves cripsy brussels sprouts with smoked bacon - so yummy!

The cherry on top of this awesome restaurant are the desserts! Chef Cainan Sabey comes up with such delicious, unique creations that are plated beautifully.

Dessert sampler at Amuse Wine Bar

Another cool thing about Amuse Wine Bar is that there are sibling restaurants to check out as well, including Stage Cafe, an afternoon coffee bar that sells sandwiches, baked goods, and other to-go items, and the formal dinner restaurant, Stage Restaurant, which holds special events on certain Tuesdays and Thursday every month.

Amuse Wine Bar is located on the second floor of INspiration Interiors on Kapi’olani Blvd

If you're searching for a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere to enjoy some of the best drinks and culinary delights in Hawaii, Amuse Wine Bar is the place to be. With its exceptional wine selection, delicious food, and inviting ambiance, you'll be hard-pressed to find a more enchanting spot to spend your evening in Honolulu. Cheers!