Went to the Shift Culture event last night at Villa Elizabeth. It was very nice and such a great…read morevenue. There was a place for performers to entertain the crowd. It was Shift Cultures first event and it was a success. There were women ed owned businesses and they offered treatments so we women can own our inner Goddess! I can see why this place is great for intimate weddings, women's retreats, corporate events and fundraisers!

Being on a main road may deter some people from renting this house but I promise it's a sanctuary…read moreright on the water. We had the most enjoyable time! We relaxed by the pool, took the paddle boats out into the peaceful cove, enjoyed kayaking out to the wave break and prepared our breakfast and dinners in the well equipped kitchen. This house comes with 5 bed rooms, one of them has 2 full beds, all others have king beds. We so enjoyed being on this side of the island, we usually stay in Ko'Olina. It's very close to night life, shopping and famous beaches. The view is spectacular...anytime of day! Definitely a gem.

Went to a 50th surprise bday party at B lounge this past weekend! Terrific event space and ample…read moreparking at ward center. Oh the Nostalgia this was the Old Ryan's for all the old school locals! Large event space lots of room for music and catering of food. Theres a bar and clean restrooms. Very nice ambiance and renovated interior. It was a great party! Highly recommended event space

Phenomenal place with really nothing bad to say. Awesome parking, friendly staff and amazing…read moredrinks. All in all a cool place to be to kick back or if wanting to have an event here they are more then willing to work with you on your needs and wants.

Yumi from kiokuvillage did a decoration for my son's 1st birthday party! 1st birthday was very…read morespecial for me and she decorated exactly how I wanted it. Not only Yumi listened to me every time I needed a change but she also came up with several different designs that were creative. When she showed up to my condo, she did everything so fast and neat. I highly recommend kiokuvillage if you are looking for a great designer/planner for your next event. Thank you Yumi for making my son's first birthday a special one!

From the owner: We specialize in designing and decorating event space, commercial area & homes, bringing our…read moreclient's vision to life. Our ultimate goal is to share unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experiences with everyone!

I attended a baby shower at Kaimea Estates and was blown away by how beautiful the property is. The…read moreviews are amazing, the atmosphere is peaceful, and it feels like you're away from everything while still being close to town. The venue is comfortable and welcoming . Everyone was able to relax, enjoy the scenery, and spend quality time together. It was the perfect setting for celebrating with family and friends.

It has taken me nearly four years to feel ready to write this review. What should have been one of…read morethe most meaningful and joyful days of my life turned into a deeply distressing and, honestly, traumatic experience due to the conduct of this venue and their coordination services. We booked this business as our wedding venue and also hired the owner's wife as our day-of coordinator. From the beginning, there were multiple instances where expectations and agreements were not followed through on. One major red flag early on was when a private surprise I had planned for my husband--a hula performance--was disclosed to him by the coordinator just one week before the wedding. There was no accountability, apology, or acknowledgment of how inappropriate that was. Despite this, I chose to move forward with grace. On the day of the wedding, I communicated clearly about my arrival time so that preparations could be made. When I arrived, I was left waiting outside for approximately 20 minutes before being allowed in which I honestly didn't have an issue about but unfortunately, the experience escalated from there. The coordinator's behavior toward both myself and my bridal party was hostile, dismissive, and at times deeply disrespectful. Hurtful comments were made to me as a bride on my wedding day--comments that no one should ever have to hear in that moment. At one point, the electricity and generator to our preparation room were shut off, leaving us without fanning or lighting while getting ready. Immediately before walking down the aisle, the coordinator's husband intervened and required that his wife address me but it ended up being in a confrontational manner. This created an unnecessary and emotionally distressing situation right before the ceremony--an incredibly inappropriate moment to introduce conflict instead of support. Despite everything, I still walked down the aisle and had a beautiful ceremony. I truly thank God for the strength and peace I had in that moment, because I don't know how another bride would have recovered from that experience in real time. What's equally disappointing is that there was never a genuine apology or accountability afterward. The only statement made was along the lines of being "sorry that I felt that way," which is not the same as taking responsibility. There were multiple witnesses to everything that occurred, including individuals outside of my bridal party. Additionally, after the wedding, I was approached by other guests who shared that they had also experienced or observed concerning behavior from the coordinator during the event. That was especially disheartening, as it confirmed this was not an isolated experience. I share this not out of bitterness, but out of responsibility. No bride should have their wedding day compromised by the very people entrusted to support and facilitate it. While I do hope growth and change have taken place since then, I personally cannot recommend this venue or their coordination services. I would strongly encourage future brides to carefully consider other options to ensure they are fully supported, respected, and cared for on such an important day. If you're trusting someone with one of the most important days of your life, this is not a place where that trust may be honored. Update: After posting this review, I received a response from the owner. This experience took place under their ownership and leadership, regardless of location. The impact of that day was deeply emotional and, for me, truly traumatizing. It took me years to feel ready to speak about it. While I respect that things may have evolved--and I pray they have--I still felt there was a lack of genuine acknowledgment or accountability for what occurred. Growth and change do not erase or cancel my experience. I share this from a place of honesty so others can make informed decisions, and I do appreciate them taking the time to respond.

I love this venue for parties! Two of my nephews had their…read morebirthday party here & it was so much fun! The site itself is very well kept. The grass was nicely cut, the outdoor pavilion was clean, not a thing wrong with the kitchen & the bathrooms were very clean. I'm in the process of trying to book this place for my daughter's first birthday... I'll let you all know how that goes once it's over with (June 2014)

Great venue and staff all around! Came for a public community event and it is a beautiful space…read morewith great natural lighting with modern designs. Really appreciate the mission of empowering women entrepreneurs through their oak+pine community. Would recommend this space for hosting an event or co-working space. There's ample parking, staff are responsive, and amazing organization all around.

The Perfect Venue for Our Manager's Conference…read more We came back for our annual Manager's Conference at Savon and absolutely loved our experience. Melissa, her husband, and their dog Chief are so warm and welcoming. The panoramic oceanfront views are stunning. The workspace is spacious enough to comfortably host large groups. We had 45 attendees. There are also smaller office spaces available for breakout sessions or more intimate meetings. The kitchen setup, complete with a full-sized fridge, was incredibly convenient for our needs. Melissa is a master of her craft. With her event planning background, she brings professionalism, intuition, and exceptional service to everything she does. She was so accommodating throughout our event. We cannot wait to return next year.

I remember reading Yelp Reviews for The Pineapple Patio and thought what a trendy idea. I wanted to…read morecheck out the Pineapple Patio and had this place bookmarked. This was a year ago, I didn't get a chance to until recently. I wanted to check out Sweet Mango's showroom which happens to be at The Pineapple Patio. From what I read, they do pop up events at The Pineapple Patio. The location of The Pineapple Patio is on South King St. right after the pet hospital and Central Pacific Bank. Stay on your far left lane as South King St. is one way. Make a left when you see State Farm Insurance. What I dislike about this place is the parking lot. Parking is very limited and very tight. I had a hard time parking my vehicle and hard time getting out. Once you find parking, you hit the buzzer for your pop up business and someone will come down to open the glass door for you. Walk up the stairs and you will see all the different vendors. During my visit to The Pineapple Patio, I had to pick up my son and was in a rush. I didn't get to browse around to the other vendors. What caught my eyes were all the plant and succulent across of the Sweet Mango's showroom, I wanted to check it out but had to leave right after. I will check it out when I have more time. Sweet Mango's products and showroom is so neat and organized. I loved the pineapple design prints on most of the merchandise, it is so nice and colorful. I had to get a pineapple print Turkish towel in green for me and a towel for my mom for Mother's day. Besides Sweet Mango Hawaii, some of the Vendors at the event were Tidepool Love, Kahulale'a, Aloha Dreamboard, and The Writing Desk. I read that it is best to check Instagram/social media's Pineapple Patio page for the upcoming events. What a great idea and great place to get your shopping done!

Checked out the Pineapple Patio at a Wedding Cafe workshop and it was impressive! Used to be the…read moreKupono learning center but now transformed into something modern and fresh. Look for the pineapple sign on the left side of King Street. There are about 10 parking stalls underneath the patio and street parking on King Street. This place is used for small start up businesses such as clothing and jewelry. It's a good place to have pop up events on the open patio or in their room. Another thing that I'm thinking about is possibly holding a bridal shower here in the future. Looks like a perfect venue to rent out and cater food at. (Not necessary to get catering, but definitely an option) They also rent out their furniture and plants that they have showcased around the patio. Super cute place and hope to be back soon!

As a child, I remember admiring and wondering who lived in this estate that borders Kapiolani Park…read more It was once known as the Winstead House that was built around the early-1900's. The estate was huge as it included horse stables, garages for horse-drawn carriages (later for automobiles), surrounded by undulating and well-manicured landscaping. The estate once extended from the intersection of Diamond Head Road and Paki Avenue to Kapahulu Avenue, around where Jefferson Elementary now stands. Back in 1992, the house was dedicated to the City and County of Honolulu. During 2003 - 2006, the C&C did a lot of renovation to the property and had a lot of concerns about its maintenance and use. Prior to its dedication by the Winstead descendants and the C&C renovation of this property, the Diamond Head Neighborhood Board held community meetings or gatherings. This property was also used as a backdrop to some local television shows..uh, anyone remember Magnum P.I.? To date, I don't know whether or not they have been permitted to continue using the space as such. Currently, there are offices that occupy its basement area by the Parks & Recreation administrative staff. All I can say is that if I worked in this facility, it would be very difficult to get any work done. I'd be wowed by the cool, gentle breezes, sunny blue skies and close proximity of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach. But, that's what makes this property perfect for the Parks & Recreation to own and manage! #306

This is my third or fourth visit to Kaeo Studios, but my first time leaving a review and I remember…read morethis place being the exactly as it is today. The building that this spot is in looks a little rough, but once you enter Kaeo Studios, it's a vibe! There are many businesses that operate in the same building so parking can be limited until 9pm. Our party was in the Trellis Room and the aesthetic is so cute! It's designed to look like a garden and is very spacious. This room can seat about 20/30 people and there is a separate little room for kids or people who don't want to be in the Karaoke mix hehe. There is no food served as it is BYOB and bring your own food. The service is always efficient and awesome. I am hoping to book my mom's party here this year!

I stumbled upon this place by chance. I was in initial disbelief that there was a decent karaoke…read morespace in my hood. Caller & spoke with the owners & scheduled for my husband to swing by & view. Whelp, lucky us, we have a great karaoke space in our hood! Online reservations make it easy to see what's available. We opted for the pergola room (teenagers bday party) which accommodates 24. Super cute setup, very spacious, private bathroom (it was kinda hidden!). We were allowed to being in our own food & drinks, & they were kind enough to allow me to have personal decorations put up before my daughter arrived. I can't tell you firsthand how the karaoke system setup is (the teenagers made the decisions for the night) but I do know the songs were submitted via their phones. There a QR code to scan, etc. Either way, there weren't any mixups with the songs, pretty smooth. They do have a one/ time charge of $3 per person, if I remember correctly that's like a clean up fee. They also offer some small snacks. Various rooms to accommodate all size parties! They're located in Westgate shopping center, upper floor (Thelma's Filipino food & Leeward drive in are downstairs). Parking lot is decent sized but can definitely fill up with the number of other establishments here.