10th Puka

Found this little «puka» bar at the par 3, 9 hole golf course on Hickam AFB. There were a few beer specials on the board, 1 lady manning the bar & tables (I guess) but we just ordered at the bar and took our drinks outside where it was much warmer & view of golf course. Only thing is you someone was smoking a cigar nearby from the pro-​shop, but otherwise did the job quenching our thirst & wanted to sit & rest after shopping

For the people that live on base, you are blessed to have this hole in the wall! I think for most golfers this small bar and restaurant is a must between their games. They have an awesome beer collection from domestic to international selections. The food can come from next door while you’re drinking at the bar, it isn’t much of a selection but I have to tell you about the pork nachos. If I remember correctly it was Kalua pork nachos and man this place does it right! Pulled pork topped with all the cheese, jalepeno, olives, and so on, but man that pork was on point. It wasn’t too wet or dry just right and tender. Man my mouth is watering right now. On Friday nights, they do set up a huge Karaōke system, so you can sing your heart out to a lot all night. Lots of military here, so everyone here is a professional drinker — you’re in good hands!

Met here to celebrate a friend’s birthday with a few drinks, on a weeknight. Awesome! No crowds. I hear the place can get a little tight on the weekends. It’s a very small place but cozy. Tv’s playing the sports games and a few regulars at the bar. I like the inside/​outside seating options and the selection at the bar looks pretty good! I had two Blue Moons with orange, no complaints. Sure, I’d be back again :)

(Queue Cheers Theme Music)…
«Sometimes you want to go, where everybody knows your name,
and they’re always glad you came. You wanna be where you can see,
our troubles are all the same, you wanna be where everybody knows
your name».
I had to get that out of my system. Just like the sitcom… The 10^th Puka is one of those bars that serves up good drinks and good times without breaking the bank. Now, I have to say without making the Puka sound pretentious, it caters to a select crowd. Needless to say you have to be able to access Hickam AFB (Active Duty, Reserve, Guard, Retired) or be a guest of a military friend in order to partake in the festivities.
The Puka is not flashy or fancy and can be compared to the corner pub in Anytown, USA, and that’s its appeal. It’s totally different (and a good change of pace) from the bars and clubs which dot Waikiki. The don’t serve up any food, but there is a Mexican place right next door which will bring food over to your table at the Puka! Mexican delivery to a bar!!? It doesn’t get any better than that.
The busiest night by far is every Friday starting at about 1600 ish (that’s 4 pm for you civilian types) and it runs till about midnight. Friday also features Karaōke which is always fun after you’ve had one too many. The folks that run the Karaōke are always taking suggestions and updating their playlists, so that’s pretty cool. The other nights of the week are pretty slow, with a regular crowd. Friday is definitely when it gets packed.
The Puka is definitely a spot where you can gather with friends, let your hair down and kick a few back after a stressful week. Oh did I mention that the lanai back to a golf course? Hmm, cool bar, good drinks, food next door, Karaōke and a view, that’s what I’m talking about!
So if you find yourself on Hickam on a Friday night I would recommend stopping by.