Eight50 - Pearl City

This establishment is truly a hidden gem, as I never would have expected to find such an impressive whiskey bar attached to a bowling alley. They offer not only a fantastic selection of whiskeys but also a remarkable range of tequilas. The bartender and waitress checked in on my friends and me just the right amount, ensuring our glasses were always full without being intrusive. The menu featured an enticing variety of delicious bar bites; we enjoyed pork bao buns, kal-bi, onion rings, and kalua pig nachos. Overall, this is a wonderful spot to relax, savor fine whiskey, indulge in tasty food, and even play a game of darts or pool.

Here's an updated version of my previous review. I've moved it to four stars because we received our refund, although it did take 10 days to process back to our credit card. Overall, it's a nice place, but I found the old menu a bit frustrating.

I stopped by eight50 on a Friday afternoon and found it quite busy. As mentioned in other reviews, there were plenty of locals around, and they were all very friendly, exuding a genuine sense of aloha spirit. The whiskey selection was good, and there were plenty of canned and bottled beers to choose from. However, the draft beers weren't as good as I had hoped. After ordering a Lagunitas, the bartender advised us to steer clear of the draft options, as they were coming out with too much foam. That was disappointing since trying their drafts was one of the main reasons I came. The service was okay, but nothing extraordinary. I didn’t try the food, but overall, it's a nice and relaxed bar, and I’d definitely be happy to return.

I was really disappointed with my experience at this restaurant. After we paid our bill, we noticed that we were charged an extra three dollars for each drink compared to the prices listed on the menu. We spoke with the manager, who promised to refund our credit card, but that never happened—however, we did receive the refund about ten days later. It’s a great place, but they really need to update their menus.

"The wine selection is excellent. Food: 5/5, Service: 5/5, Atmosphere: 5/5."