Dine at a popular Honolulu seafood spot with a 4.4-star rating. Enjoy fresh catches, live music, and waterfront views. Discover delicious seafood in a vibrant atmosphere.
Large waterside hub showcasing locally sourced seafood & dishes mixing French & Hawaiian styles.
This popular Honolulu establishment offers a genuine taste of the islands, drawing diners with its commitment to fresh, expertly prepared seafood. With an impressive 4.4-star rating from over 8,000 reviews, it's clear this spot has captured the hearts (and appetites) of many. The atmosphere buzzes with a lively energy, enhanced by live music and beautiful waterfront views, making it a delightful place to gather. While parking can sometimes be a consideration, the vibrant indoor and outdoor seating options, coupled with a menu boasting a wide array of fresh seafood selections and tempting desserts, make for a memorable dining experience. Diners frequently praise the exceptional quality of the fish and the attentive service.
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Casual)
Walk-in friendly. No reservations needed. Casual dining experience.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome
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Recommended by a friend. Not bad but not great, parking can be a challenge if there for dinner and you may need to park farther away. Indoor/outdoor seating and beautiful views of the water with live music as well. The menu as a variety of offerings with lots of fresh seafood selection. A varied dessert section as well. I enjoyed my time but probably not a repeat experience Great experience overall at Nico’s! The fresh fish was amazing and service matched. We had a party of ten and all were very pleased. I had the Miso Black Cod & my wife had the Pier 38 Double Fish Burger w/ salad and house lemon miso dressing. The Ahi appetizer was top notch! Good was good but I was hoping for a little more taste in the burger that was featured on diners, drive-ins and dives. It’s got a good view and I don’t really bother you if you stay for a while, which is great. I did not appreciate that The soda was not free refill. A little odd that you have to order lunch at the front, but they had table side service for dinner. As with most fish sandwiches, they often need more sauce to balance out the low-fat content of the fish. Ask for extra sauce if you’re ordering a fish sandwich.
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September 28, 2025
Recommended by a friend. Not bad but not great, parking can be a challenge if there for dinner and you may need to park farther away. Indoor/outdoor seating and beautiful views of the water with live music as well. The menu as a variety of offerings with lots of fresh seafood selection. A varied dessert section as well. I enjoyed my time but probably not a repeat experience
October 2, 2025
Great experience overall at Nico’s! The fresh fish was amazing and service matched. We had a party of ten and all were very pleased. I had the Miso Black Cod & my wife had the Pier 38 Double Fish Burger w/ salad and house lemon miso dressing. The Ahi appetizer was top notch!
August 17, 2025
Good was good but I was hoping for a little more taste in the burger that was featured on diners, drive-ins and dives. It’s got a good view and I don’t really bother you if you stay for a while, which is great. I did not appreciate that The soda was not free refill. A little odd that you have to order lunch at the front, but they had table side service for dinner. As with most fish sandwiches, they often need more sauce to balance out the low-fat content of the fish. Ask for extra sauce if you’re ordering a fish sandwich.
July 2, 2025
We went there on Wednesday about 1120a. Gravel lot parking and also staggered parking stalls around. I thought this was going to be a service type of dining. This is a fancier fast food eating/dining. Only walk-in...or looks like take out, lol. There's a table with menus for food and cocktails. You order food at front desk, pay and they give you those vibrating gadgets... don't be dumb like me and give a tip because you service yourself. You find a table if you want to stay. If you want cocktails, you go to the bar and order. When gadget vibrates, go to food counter and get your plate lunch. Atmosphere is actually nice... there's also live music. I got a sweet okole cocktail...a little strong. There's free water at the food counter Fountain drink machine. I had the crab burger...not bad but i think it's can crab. My friend had the furikake mahi... she liked it. We also had the side order garlic pesto shrimp... tasty, but they used small shrimp. The fish market is adjoining, so you can buy and eat that there too. It's not bad and i would eat here again
June 27, 2025
Had an amazing dining experience at Nico’s Pier 38! The food was absolutely delicious—especially the beef, which was incredibly tender and full of flavor. You can really taste the quality and care put into each dish. The drinks were on point too, refreshing and well-crafted. What really took it over the top was the scenery. Watching the sunset over the harbor while enjoying a great meal made the whole experience feel extra special. Whether you’re looking for a solid dinner spot or a chill place to unwind with good vibes and good views, Nico’s is definitely worth the visit.
Features and amenities that make Nico's Pier special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
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