Whenever you want to spend the evening noshing on the tastiest fare around, swing by Uncle Bo’s Pupu Bar & Grill. Located on Kapahulu Avenue in Honolulu, this popular eatery goes big on the flavor with its creative ingredient pairings and unmatched culinary expertise. Their chill atmosphere is second to none, too, ensuring everyone gets to soak in the good vibes at every visit.
Since they’re only open five hours per day, calling to make advanced reservations are a must. Fortunately, it’s definitely worth planning ahead for a chance to visit this restaurant. If you simply cannot wait, they do allow you to order takeout and jet off into the sunset with your meal. By doing that, however, you’ll miss out on the full dining experience.
Although the eatery might not look all that fancy from the outside, walking through the doors will change that perception – and fast. Unique artwork, beaded curtains, paper lanterns, and neon lights come together to create a truly playful dining room aesthetic. Beyond that, the cozy bar side seating, booths, and other lounge spaces invite you to get comfortable and ready to dine on decadent homecooked offerings.
As you settle into your seat, you’ll finally get the opportunity to explore the true star of the show: their well-curated menu. While looking at each item, you’ll go on a journey through Uncle Bo’s culinary world. All his life experiences and inspirations meld together beautifully to create a true picture of perfection. It’s really hard to choose between all the options as a result, however.
Thankfully, you can use the hearts along the side of the item names to guide your selections. Each heart represents a dish that Uncle Bo’s ohana favors above all else, letting you create a three-course meal to remember. Don’t forget to ask for their drink menu, too, so you can treat yourself to handcrafted cocktails and more throughout your meal.
Their can’t-miss items include:
Bo’s Big Nachos
When it comes to getting the perfect starter, you cannot go wrong in selecting Bo’s Big Nachos. This appetizer begins with a huge pile of wonton chips. Mozzarella goes over the chips and gets followed by ham, kalua pig, mushrooms, and onions. The whole lot goes in the oven until bubbly and melted before coming out to your table piping hot and ready to enjoy.
Crab Salad with Avocado
When you want bite after bite of fresh, bold flavors, go with the Crab Salad with Avocado, for sure. To create this dish, the chef puts down a bed of local mixed greens topped with cucumber, cilantro, and tomato. Ham and egg go over that before Mama Bo’s dressing gets drizzled over top. After that, a warm crispy crab cake serves as the finishing touch.
Uncle Bo’s Seafood Catch
For a sampling of all the best seafood flavors, get Uncle Bo’s Seafood Catch. This popular pasta entrée starts with the preparation of scallops, calamari, clams, shrimp, and fish. Alongside that, the chef boils linguine until al dente before tossing it in a creamy tomato sauce. Once it’s all done, the seafood lands in the linguine net before sliding onto your plate.
Are scrumptious sweets calling your name? Just set your sights on the Hobo’s to easily satisfy your cravings. When you order this signature dessert, you’ll get six warm taro beignets covered in a big scoop of vanilla ice cream. Frangelico American Honey sauce then lands on top to add even more sweetness to the mix. Yum! If that’s not your jam, you can go with the Fried Ice Cream, Warmed Fudge Brownie Ala Mode, or Vanilla Ice Cream instead.
Insider Tips:
-Want to quickly and easily feed your family of four? Just ask about their Ohana Meal, which comes with Caesar Salad, Chicken Alfredo, The Boss Pizza, and Prime Rib with French Fries.
-Park in the lot across the street, and then scan the QR code to pay for your spot.
-Let them know if you’re celebrating a birthday or other special occasion. They just might bring out a sweet treat on the house.