Fete

Fete is a restaurant and cocktail bar at 2 N Hotel Street at the edge of Chinatown in Honolulu, Hawaii. It sits at the gateway to the historic district, in a restored building that anchors the area's modern dining and drinks scene. The crowd is a mix of local diners, downtown workers, gallery-goers and visitors, and the age range is broad, as the venue serves food throughout the day. The atmosphere is lively and convivial, with a casual to smart casual dress code. Music includes live performances on some nights, typically local acts in a variety of styles, along with a curated background playlist, so the programming should be checked in advance. The drinks programme includes craft cocktails, local and imported beer, and wine, paired with a kitchen that emphasises locally sourced ingredients in its dishes. Cocktails commonly cost about US$13 to US$16. Hours are generally daily from about 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with the bar remaining open into the evening, though times can change seasonally. There is no cover charge, and reservations are recommended for dinner, particularly on Friday and Saturday or when events are held. The best night depends on the aim: live music nights and First Friday bring energy and crowds, while early weeknights are calm. Chinatown is walkable, so Fete is a convenient first stop on a Hotel Street bar crawl. Visitors from Waikiki typically use rideshare, around 15 minutes by car. Current hours, menus and entertainment can be confirmed on the Fete website.