Food was good but they charge you For EVERYTHING without saying anything. The food was good. The atmosphere was good. The staff was very kind, but I don't appreciate how they didn't tell you the prices of the items that as a customer you would assume are included in the meal, like sauces, mushrooms with the steak etc. etc.. Probably wouldn't come unless I wasn't paying read more

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This place is amazing and the service and food are even better. Happy hour is my favorite time and the vibe is always nice. Dim lighting creates a mood and i see myself returning. read more

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Food was very MID, very overhyped online, that being said atmosphere is nice, tofu app was the best thing

Made a reservation online two days before coming. So I would suggest making a reservation for this restaurant. Upon being seated, our server Rachel made my party aware of any specials, suggested cocktails that were fan favorites, and checked with our table often. I ended up ordering Steak+Truffle Tortellini, and paired a Strawberry Margarita cocktail with my meal. Everything was so good. The steak was so tender and had a great flavor. The atmosphere was very nice in Earl's. We were celebrating a birthday so we came with a theme color and it went well with the esthetic setting of this place. Our server was aware of the birthday also, so she made sure it was acknowledged before our departure. The entire experience was 10/10 and would highly recommend stopping into Earl's and catching all the vibes. read more

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Wow!! Did not expect to have this quality on the busy Waikiki shopping street. This was a perfect way to end our visit. There is an ABC store right next door to do your last minute gift shopping for family and friends. We parked in the parking garage a block down and it was convenient to be able to walk around. We ordered the guacamole for an appetizer and it was so smooth and delicious!! We also got the poke bowl and the California roll. My daughter was not happy about the spicy level of the roll, but I thought it was delicious. I would love more of a selection for the keikis. Everywhere we went had a great kids (Keiki) menu which was lovely, but we didn't see one at Earls. All of the food was delicious, our servers were attentive at the bar, and the ambiance was top tier!! We will be coming back once they have a kids menu. read more

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I loved Earls! Worth the small wait. We put our name down during peak hours and didn't wait as long as we thought. Gorgeous ambience, and great vibes. Service was spectacular, I liked my pasta a lot, but my husband said his steak and sushi were just alright. Would 100% recommend for a date night. Fun fact: the owners also own the JOEY restaurants! read more

The burgers here is a must try. They have very different special flavors and drinks too. Staff here are very friendly and knowledgeable about their food and menu. Great atmosphere. This place is good for gathering too. Only thing is parking. But again it's Waikīkī read more

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The bar is exceptional and so are the bartenders. They are so nice and mix up the best drinks. I had a couple of appetizers and they were delicious. read more

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We finally checked out this restaurant after receiving a gift card from friends and we were very impressed with the vibe. The decor, the energy, and clients of the restaurant and bar were all having a wonderful time. We enjoyed our server, Rachel, who was lovely and very engaging. We were made to feel welcome and appreciated (despite being late for our reservations)! We have never had a bar craft and deliver drinks so fast! My spouse had three Old Fashioned and I had two Strawberry Cosmopolitan cocktails. The Yuzu Calamari appetizer, Caesar salad, honey-glazed pork chop, and the Truffle Tortellini with sirloin steak were all perfectly prepared. We finished our dinner with the sticky toffee chocolate pudding. We had such a great dining experience we also ordered takeout of the tortellini and steak for our friend as a thank you. We highly recommend this restaurant. Tip: give yourself a LOT of time to get thru the Waikiki traffic and find parking! read more

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Came out to Earl for my friend's birthday and it was a nice experience! The atmosphere is nice and service was pretty great too. We were seated in the partially outdoor area, which was really nice, but it started to drizzle and they moved us indoors before we even had to ask. We got plates to share and everything was pretty good! I especially liked the crispy rice with spicy ahi and the tortellini with steak dishes. The fries were also addictive. The bibimbap was okay but I probably wouldn't get it again. Overall it was a really pleasant experience and I would come back again! read more

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Okay, the hype is real. The food was sooo good like what people were saying. I recommend doing a reservation or you'll be waiting. We got seated right away & was served quickly. Our waiter was very kind and because we were celebrating our anniversary, there was a cute personalized anniversary card. Thank you! We ordered the truffle fries, steak + sushi (ahi w/ crispy rice), aburi sushi, and barria tacos and just did pupu style. Everything was 10/10. The truffle fries & steak + sushi combo was my fave. The dessert was also great!! We got the cheesecake brûlée. The food came at a reasonable time. Their happy hour menu looks good too so I will definitely come back to try it out. Parking may be a issue but we parked at international market place & walked there. However, they do not validate so you have to purchase something $25+ at IMP. read more

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Food was soo good! Definitely more expensive but it is a gem in Waikīkī. Pasta was delicious. Menu is so big and so many options to choose from. Vegetarian friendly as well. Although wouldn't recommend for non-gluten eating people, as they said "there's no guarantee for no cross-contamination". Which is a little crazy different... But luckily for me I don't care ahahah. But just fair warning for others who might have serious issues with gluten. read more

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Had a great experience here! It's a perfect spot to celebrate special occasions. Every dish we ordered was delicious, and we really enjoyed the food. The service was excellent--the staff was friendly, attentive, and quick to check on us and make sure everything was taken care of. We booked the dining hall. The ambiance was really nice, and they also have a bar area with happy hour, which is a nice bonus. Overall, we had an amazing time and would definitely come back. Highly recommend for celebrations or a nice dinner with family and friends! read more

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Earls Kitchen and Bar is a chain with many locations throughout the US. Earls reminds me of Doc Bs here in Austin regarding elevated service, menu options, and cocktails. We stopped by for an early dinner and again for their happy hour. The HH is awesome with some great Apps and drink deals. Their sticky ribs are an easy 5-star experience. They were moist, fall-off-the-bone tender, with a bit of heat. Our martinis were perfect, and during HH ( our second visit), our margaritas were excellent. Service at the bar was on point, and everyone provided great guidance regarding their specials. They recommend reservations, but we had no issues finding seats at the bar, and there were a few available tables. Sports fan? Big screen TVs are positioned around the bar. Because of the time difference, I got to see most of the basketball and hockey playoff games! read more

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We went during Happy Hour, I tried the truffle fries and they were excellent and I had a bite to eat off my boyfriends plate of a gem salad read more

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Beautiful restaurant - the vibe the greenery everything. Got the sea bass, the flavor was so good. The avocado corn dip was the best appetizer. The dumplings you can pass on. Cira was our server and she was the sweetest girl! read more

Sat at the bar and it was such a vibe. The lychee cocktail was delicious! We also ordered tuna crispy rice, chicken, and salmon, and it was all yum! Service was also quick even though it was so busy. Recommend this tourist trap to those who love that vibe read more

Definitely the spot for a night out or if you want to dress up and take pictures. It's a bit of a wait so either plan for a reservation or show up early. As a Californian, this place is identical to Joeys. Food wise, the tacos are a bit on the spicier side so be ware. My friend has no spice tolerance and could barely handle it. The pasta is absolutely delicious though. I would order different entrees and split it with my friends if that was an option. Lychee tini here is yummy but not as strong as I hoped it would be. We came here for a celebration and they gave us a free decadent chocolate brownie. read more

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Upscale vibes with great drinks , delicious food and a top model staff ! The ambiance is moderne and sexy with beautiful wood trim around. Escalator and steps entrance take you to second floor where you can enjoy the bar or dining area. Good service as every employee looks like they stepped off a surfing of modeling runway lol! I give this a 100/10 read more

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Had a great dinner at Earl's. I had a party of 9 and were well accommodated for considering the large group size. The service was great and Halia was super attentive to our needs and also was gave us the best recommendations. The porkchop was definitely the highlight of the dinner , while we were a little let down by the sushi and steak plate. The steak came with an interesting gingery soup like sauce under and can easily do without! Spinning back to the porkchop though... not only was the meat well cooked + seasoned the mash potatoes and broccolini sides also were great! read more

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Earls is one of those spots you go to more for the vibe then the food. The ambiance is super lively, and it strikes a balance between beachy and modern, almost club-like. It feels like the kind of place you can dress up a little, grab drinks, and just enjoy the energy of the night. Service was also really impeccable - attentive and very friendly. Seared Ahi Tuna: 8/10 - Tuna was very high quality and the sauce was really flavourful. Super unique twist on a carpaccio. Crispy Tuna Rice: 5/10 - Quality and Flavour was there but the portion of Tuna was really small. Rice wasn't that crispy either. Steak: 3/10 - Don't recall which steak I got but this was a big letdown. I almost never send dishes back but I did in this case. Ordered the steak medium rare but it came out well done. Not a huge deal but the quality of the meat just wasn't there. Fries were pretty bland as well and the salad was a letdown. Truffle Tortellini: 8/10 - Truffle flavourful really came through and was well balanced by all the other elements on the dish. Pasta was cooked perfectly, the sauce was rich, and there was a good amount of veggies sprinkled in. Honestly, my favourite dish of the night was actually the clase Azul cocktail. Super stiff but well-balanced and smooth. All-in-all, even though some dishes missed the mark, ill definitely come back just for the atmosphere and drinks and maybe to try more of the appetizers. read more

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Came here for happy hour after seeing all the great reviews, and it didn't disappoint. I came with a friend and made a reservation for the lounge since happy hour seating is limited to the bar or lounge--definitely recommend doing this because it gets busy. Even with the crowd, service was fast and our server was attentive. Ordered margaritas and really enjoyed them. I usually don't like the strong triple sec taste, but these were smooth and well balanced. I made mine a double and it was perfect. For food, I had the Petite Steak Frites and a Fish Taco. The steak was lean but cooked perfectly medium rare, just how I asked. The fish taco had great flavor and tasty garnishes. Both dishes were solid. Overall, a great experience and a fun time. This place is popular for a reason--make a reservation if you plan to come during happy hour. read more

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ambiance, vibes, and service was all a yes yes yes! such a pretty restaurant and i would definitely come back here for happy hour next time i'm on vacation. we started with a half dozen oysters and while they were fresh, my party and i all agreed we've had better oysters on the island. still good nonetheless! my husband and i shared the deluxe burger and the truffle tortelloni. the burger was sooo good! it had a bbq sauce that tied everything together perfectly. we were really excited for the truffle tortelloni, but we both felt it was a little bland and was lacking that truffle flavor we were expecting. overall, i think this place is the perfect spot for drinks and apps, which is exactly why i'd come back for happy hour! read more

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Another 5 star experience at Earls -- got here at 4:57 just in time to order on the happy hour menu, which means $20 off of a dozen oysters and $5 off the delicious shrimp and pork dumplings. And the best lychee martini in town! read more

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Yes! Delicious! Great Ambiance! Friendly Service! Located in Waikiki across fro Mui Mui, near H&M, kitty corner from Gucci... you can park at International Market Place (I did not, I parked on the next corner in a garage I had never been in and was lost, but it all worked out...) and take the stairs, escalator, or elevator up to the 2nd floor. A great big area with a nice presentation, massive bar, great touches., to greet you upon entering. Great Korean style food options with awesome flavors mixed in with some random other options. All delicious. Seating is spaced far enough away for privacy. Dress code is upscale however, it is Waikiki so you get a little bit of everything. I even saw two women come in with bathing suits. WET BATHING SUITS !! I will still return and recommend. read more

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Came here with a group of 11 during the week for happy dinner and drinks. The restaurant was beautiful, service was great and the cocktails and food were delicious. For drinks their guava crush (vodka) was delicious but didn't taste strong. This was one of their cocktails for half the price during HH. To order we ordered a variety of dishes. Fish tacos, steak fritte, seafood platter, shrimp and chicken dumplings, corn salsa and chips, birria tacos, etc. I had the steak fritte and for $17 it was a delicious. Meat was cooked perfectly. It was only 4oz but tasted so good with their truffle french fries. Highly recommend this dish. For desserts, we split a few of their items. We had the chocolate lava cake, hot, sticky pudding cake in the coconut cream pie. The coconut cream pie was my favorite. Overall it was a great dining experience. Was happy they could accommodate a group this large. They even brought out a birthday dessert for the birthday guy. Highly recommend coming for HH! read more

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I've only gone here in the evening and for halley hour but brunch here is SUCH a move, they even have brunch happy hour! Got the eggs benedict, breakfast plate, and shakshouka. They all were delicious with great portions. They're also great with food allergies Per usual Earl's was vibey, beautiful, tasty, and had great service! Don't sleep on brunch. read more

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Hubby wanted Earl's for Father's Day. Got there a few minutes early & was ushered upstairs after being asked if we were celebrating anything. I responded Father's Day. Greeted immediately then waited w/several other couples/families to be seated. Hostesses were milling around & waiting. Not sure if tables were being prepped or? We were seated by our reservation time. Table was closer to the street, while there were ceiling fans because the windows were open & it was a humid day it wasn't as comfortable as our previous visit when we were seated farther in behind the bar, near the restrooms area, which has A/C. However, it's Waikīkī so many restaurants have open air which works well for the tourists who come (and we are happy they do), just not us locals. Father's Day card on the table - nice! Server came promptly, asked us about drinks, returned with some of them (one keg was being changed out so there was an understandable delay). Asked if we wanted to order any appetizers but we weren't ready since two in our party were delayed. When all were there, more drinks were ordered. Overall, not as good s as last visit. Peach mojito didn't have much peach flavor. Earl's old fashioned was not as tasty as expected. Basil and Hayden on ice and the old fashioned came w/big ice (good). Pale ale we waited for - a disappointment, evident there was a keg change - it was very cloudy! Person who ordered it commented that they could have tossed out the first glass to get rid of some of the cloudiness, but didn't complain since he used to work in food service & had empathy. Overall, drinks were good. Crispy rice sushi w/spicy ahi - very good. Korean beef bibimbap w/crispy rice, pretty spicy, good. Truffle tortellini w/shrimp - tasty, but could have used more sauce. Fish tacos (2) - good, breaded mahi, big. Tomahawk pork chop - very large, good sauce. Earl's deluxe burger - good but beef patty seemed a little smaller than before. Sticky Toffee Choc pudding- very good but pudding was dry lava cake, almond Florentine crisp very good, vanilla bean ice cream - ok read more

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Went on a random Sunday night and only had to wait about 30mins. First thing we noticed going up was the amazing vibe set by mood lighting and beautiful decor. Overall the food was amazing and the staff was friendly! Definitely wish I got the dessert and will have to come back for the brunch menu!! read more

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I made a reservation for a Sunday night during happy hour. I'm glad I read the reviews before about letting them know you're there for happy hour. It's only in a specific part of the restaurant. We were given complimentary chips and salsa that I think is only given during happy hour. The chips were a little too salty. My mom and I shared the delicious truffle fries. I had a double guava crush cocktail for $10 (I think $1.50 extra for the double). I got the crispy rice sushi and my mom got 2 fish tacos. Everything was delicious! Happy hour prices are good. Service was great! read more

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Took in a late lunch and found an escalator up to this restaurant bar on Kalakaua Avenue on Waikiki Beach. Cool setting, sat at the bar and ended up treating happy hour menu as my early dinner instead. Great service, inviting staff and good vibe. Attentive from bartender, Ata. Great appetizers, signature cocktails were all home runs. I'd be back when in town next. Perfect for solo travelers. read more

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We were a little hesitant to try this place at first because the photos people posted of the food didn't really grab our attention, but I'm glad we ended up dining here. My friends and I ordered a variety of plates to share, and surprisingly, we enjoyed everything we tried. My favorites were definitely the guacamole and elote dip and the pork chop. The dip was a great appetizer to snack on, and the pork chop was flavorful and not dry at all. We also ordered Midori sours, but they didn't come with cocktail cherries, so we asked for some. They ended up bringing us cherries that had been soaked in alcohol, which we weren't impressed with. The fans inside were extremely strong, though. It got pretty cold, and the air was even drying out my friend's contact lenses. I understand it would probably get warm without them, but lowering the fan speed a bit would've been nice. This place gets very busy, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time. read more

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We were seated right where I hoped - near the windows, airy and bright. The live music seemed a little too loud. Crispy rice sushi had a nice texture, though I thought it could've used something to punch up the flavor a bit. Truffle fries came with a creamy aioli for dipping. Happy hour will give you a slight break on the prices. read more

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Now open in the old CPK location, Earl's Kitchen and Grill in Waikiki is made for tourists. Tropical decor. No parking. Open air with no air conditioning. Ceiling fans were on high but on a humid day it's a bit uncomfortable. Escalator wasn't working. Server did not ask about allergies but other than that service was great and quick. I'm sure people with allergies will speak up when ordering. Place was buzzing on Saturday night. We had reservations but many walk-ins lined the sidewalk. Food was delicious and nicely presented. You can find something fairly priced on the menu. Fair vegan options. Broad spectrum of food but no clear theme. read more

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How'd I End Up Here? Walking Kalākaua it is inevitable to be drawn in. I'd walked past and it took only 4 days till I could stand it no more. Day 5 I told my wife "I'm taking you to Earls." She replied, "what's Earls?" I said, "I don't know, I've just walked by it every day since last Thursday, so we're about to go and find out" We made no reservation, walked faithfully from our hotel. We were greeted by two young ladies at ground level, we said "2 for the bar." After a tap on her screen and viewing the que. "20 minute wait for a table of two." She said. We accepted table wait list but also rolled the dice at walking the bar in search of a couple vacant seats. Ambiance? 5/5 The dining area is massive. Every seat in every section of the restaurant was occupied, scores of middle aged folks along with an abundance of young 20 something year olds. It's hip, it's classy. It's a very nice decor. Romantic or a night out with friends. You can see it all happen within those walls. On this fine Tuesday evening, luck was on our side. I found two at the bar. Within minutes of seating we were greeted by Colin. This is where the best part of the experience at Earls began. The Service: 5/5 His disposition welcoming, knowledgeable, accommodating and confident around the bar and in helping us navigate the menu. Was it his experience in working the F&B industry or was it a reflection of the training? Probing questions and our answers, his active listening and suggestions lead us to have a satisfying range of cocktails. As for the kitchen, his recommendations gave us a preview of what Earls does best(Oysters) and is aspiring to achieve(fusion of local) in its first location in paradise. The Oysters: 5/5 Stars - Absolutely addictive. Similar to Kumamoto Oysters in size, these Merasheen Bay Oysters are crisp and clean. Price High at $6 per. Szechuan Shrimp & Pork Dumplings: 5/5 Stars - Excellent balance of flavor, a touch of crunch and heat from the chili oil. Shareable 2 to 4 people. Price is fair. Ahi Crispy Rice: 3/5 stars - Ahi is nice tasting. Rice is a nice texture. Still it lacks some originality. Good but I'd prefer to try another item on my next visit. Chips & Salsa: 3/5 Stars - This was offered to us complimentary. Texture of the in house chip itself lands at a 4/5. The Salsa is too close to a generic Pace Picante store bought salsa landing at 2/5 stars Overall, Earls has selected a prime location on Waikīkī. What they have built certainly feels like a strong contender to be amongst the top 10 "must try" modern restaurants list for tourists. I personally feel the potential of something more, something special however I've yet to experience it on this first visit to Earls. Till next time! read more

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Had an amazing dinner at Earls to celebrate our Honeymoon! As we were seated, the staff gave us a handwritten card to congratulate us. Excellent service from our server Kainoa and the other staff! Our steak entrees were delicious and the drinks were quite good. I enjoyed my mocktail - the Strawberry Hibiscus Mule. The dining room and bar area are beautiful and well decorated, with a classy vibe. Looking forward to coming back in the future! Definitely recommend making a reservation here, as it is a popular spot. read more

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Been waiting awhile to try Earl's. The food was delicious our favorite was the tuna crispy rice sushi, but the charred corn and avocado dip was a nice appetizer. We waited about 45 minutes for a table and the service was slow, but I did appreciate how friendly and attentive our waitress was. They even gave us a birthday treat to celebrate at the end. I really liked the design of the restaurant and all the plants gave a nice tropical feeling and created a nice ambiance. The restaurant is really dark, so it was difficult to read the menu. read more

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Really wanted to like this place but unfortunately the service and food was so poor that I won't be coming back. First, we had our table given away after showing up 15 minutes late (the grace period is 10 minutes, btw!). I completely understand the grace period of 10 minutes but feel like it's pretty unreasonable that they gave our table away in the 5 minutes that we were late especially considering that parking is literally nonexistent and we were struggling to find parking in a neighbor garage. They said that they could put us back on the waitlist which was 45 minutes long, but that we could sit at the bar in the meantime. We got to the bar and the bartender was great, super attentive and easy to talk to. The place is HUGE and beautifully decorated, but it can get pretty loud. Also, what is up with every single one of the servers wearing matching Aritzia outfits and all looking like 21 year old BYU students?? Looked more like a casting call for Love Island than a restaurant. Which I wouldn't have a problem with, but it felt like none of them knew what was going on. When a table opened up and we moved from the bar from the table, it seemed as if nobody had communicated with each other because they were all very unsure of what to do. When we finally did move to our table, we promptly got warned by our new server that we had 30 minutes to eat there because another reservation was coming even though we had only sat down for 5 minutes. Food-wise, the truffle fries were wonderful but I wouldn't waste your time on the steak. The steak is small, overpriced, and overcooked. I asked for a medium rare and received something that was definitely borderline well-done. The truffle tortellini portion was pretty small for $29 and tasted suspiciously exactly like the tortellini I buy from Costco. I normally never give bad reviews on Yelp but had such a bad experience at this restaurant that I unfortunately will not be coming back. Giving one more star for the lovely decor and the good service we received at the bar but otherwise I would've given this 1/5 stars. read more

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Earl's Kitchen + Bar is in the heart of Waikīkī and offers an amazing view that makes the dining experience even more enjoyable. The restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing, a little bit more scale. The food was very good, and everything we ordered was fresh and flavorful. What stood out the most was the staff--they were friendly, attentive, and accommodating, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. I would definitely return for both the great food and the outstanding service. read more

Such a great spot in the heart of Waikiki! We came here with family as a group of 7, and made reservations ahead of time. The ambiance is cozy but beautiful and was actually a surprise when you go up the escalators. Seating can be outside or inside, we were seated on the patio early dinner and it was great. Service was amazing, waiters were attentive and had great recommendations. I had the steak and ahi and it was delicious. Dessert was the sticky toffee cake which I didn't take a picture of but was also equally delicious. Tasted more like a chocolate cake than a toffee cake though. Overall, great experience and we've recommended it to our family and friends that have been visiting Waikiki. read more

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