Brandon is great. All the guys working behind the bar were great too. Enjoyed the atmosphere, food really good. read more

Merriman is a staple for an after work dinner or a nice date out. Make reservations if going for happy hour because it gets super crowded. The environment was casual with upscale, can be a little loud during busy hours!! All the dishes were so good and so flavorful. Highly recommend! read more

Merriman's Honolulu - Salmon, Green Beans, Burger - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Stopped by for happy hour during a storm with my cousin lol! (This review was from a couple months ago.) Staff were super friendly and didn't have to wait long for a table, likely bc there was a storm. Pretty pricey place but decent for happy hour and special occasions. What we ordered: -Mai Tais: So goooood! I loved the lilikoi cream on top. I'd def order this again! 5/5 -Bread Pudding: My cousin and I shared this and it was amazing! Very tropical take on a classic dessert. The pineapple reallly added a great tang and contrast. 5/5 Overall, really enjoyed my experience here. I'd definitely come back for the food when I'm on the island again! read more

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Returned after several years away, following many great visits in the past, and this place is still everything I remembered. The staff are genuinely welcoming, the atmosphere is relaxed and enjoyable, and the food continues to be excellent. Glad to see the consistency over time. I'll be back soon. read more

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I like the location of this Merriman's because of the nice outdoor patio ambiance. We went for Happy Hour and had a really friendly server and delicious food! I especially enjoyed the yummy Mai tai with Lilikoi foam. In fact I had two! The happy hour special is $11 each. :) The slam burger was especially enjoyable as well. The bun was unique... soft on the inside with a slight chew on the crust. Also, it didn't come with fries, so we got an order to share for the table. Unfortunately, they were a bit overcooked and dried out. I tried a bite of the Lilikoi pane cotte to end the meal. I had such a great experience that I plan on returning onmy next trip. read more

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Went to Merriman's to celebrate mom's birthday. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. Service is attentive and friendly. And they have live music. Happy hour from 3-5:30pm which we made it to just in time. I've been looking for a new fish n chips spot since Likos closed, and I have to say this one was really good! Very crispy and flaky fish with good flavor. Will definitely get again. The green beans have a nice crunch and flavor. I like the macadamia nuts on top for extra crunch as well. I tried the beef bourguignon for the first time. The meat was very tender and flavorful. Kind of reminded me of a fancy beef stew (in a good way). My mom got the cast iron chicken. Portion was very big, those chickens were fed well. Delicious taste and cooked to perfection! For mom's birthday, they gave us complimentary champagne glasses. For dessert they sent an ice cream scoop with a happy birthday message. Well done Merriman's. Will be coming back! read more

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Merriman's Honolulu absolutely nailed it. The smash burger was insanely delicious--perfectly crisp edges, juicy center, and packed with flavor. And the chicken pot pie? Hands down one of the most delicious I've ever had. Rich, comforting, and clearly made with care. The vibe is fantastic--relaxed but elevated--and the location couldn't be better. It feels like the kind of place you want to linger in. On top of that, the staff were genuinely wonderful: warm, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Ask for the Wi-Fi password. This is a cellular dead zone. Can't wait to come back. Highly recommend! read more

Merriman's Honolulu - Chicken Pot Pie- Incredibly Delicious! - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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This place is definitely a vibe. I went for happy hour, which is decently priced for the area. If you can I recommend sitting outside simply to enjoy the gorgeous weather and outdoor atmosphere but inside is decorated in a trendy, upscale vibe. Plenty of seating. We didn't have a reservation and didn't have to wait. We decided to split some small plates. The fish tacos were good but would not recommend if you're pretty hungry because you only get 2 and the fish piece is quite small; very flavorful though! We also got the hummus with the sweet potato chips which was delicious! They do offer more chips for the dip we had left but we were full by then. Also recommend the current chef's cocktail. It's a twist in a classic marg and comes with tajin on the rim (IYKYK). The service was impeccable. From the greeting at the door to timely delivery of the check, but not rushing to leave once we paid. I'll definitely come back the next time I'm in town read more

Merriman's Honolulu - Current Chef's cocktail - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Service: table service Ambiance: upscale, modern Food: would rec for happy hour. they have a rotating cocktail special that never disappoints, and their classic mai tai (that you can also find at Mokus and Monkeypod) On the regular menu, I rec the Chicken pot pie luau. it's a lunch item, but they may still have during happy hour read more

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Oh my, my. Merriman's gets rave reviews and write-ups and with good reason. We were there for lunch on a Tuesday, they weren't too busy. Dylan gave us lots of attention and conversation. This is upscale but still casual. The servers were better dressed than the customers. Really comfortable seating. Every thing was excellent . The best Mai Tai I have had in a while, maybe ever;the lilikoi foam is a festive touch. Despite the month not having an "r" in it, the oysters were fresh and delicious, served with a healthy portion of vionette. They were fantastic. Saimen was pork, mushrooms, bok choy and noodles. Every element of this dish was perfect. I got the chili oil on the side and used it all. The dish seemed to get even better while I was eating, I could eat this everyday. My companion had the ceasar with shrimp and you get to order how many shrimp. I love that! I hate wasting. He had 3, and 4 would have been too much. I will most assuredly return. read more

I enjoy the atmosphere and food at Merriman's. Went for lunch one day and decided to get the smash burger. The smash burger comes with fries too. The burger was tasty and juicy and the serving size was just right for a lunch meal. read more

Merriman's Honolulu - Smash Burger - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Went here last night for a friend's bday dinner. This place doesn't disappoint! I ordered their fresh catch fish of the day which was macadamia nut crusted with a delicious sauce! It came with bok choy and brown rice. It was so good! Love their drinks too! read more

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Every time I've walked by this place it always seemed too intimidating to check out simply because it's part of one of the first luxury condos built in Kaka'ako. I was pleasantly surprised to see that the prices were pretty much at par with other nice eateries. Dylan was our server and he was accommodating and helpful when we asked for a desert recommendation (bread pudding was ono and not too sweet). We both had yummy the Roasted Beet & Hirabara Farms Fennel Salad, which didn't go over well with my niece who cannot eat cilantro (it was in the dressing, which she had on the side so was provided another dressing). As it turned out there was cilantro & mint in the salad so she had to pick out the cilantro. Thankfully, I love cilantro so I gobbled all of it up. The goat cheese made the salad even more substantial. On the side we ordered the "Bag 'o Biscuits" with a rather runny, but tasty, jam. Runny or not the two were a delightful combination. I like the ambiance of this place so I think I'll be back. Thanks, Dylan!! read more

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We arrived at 6:30pm and waited just a few minutes before being seated. Our friendly server brought our drinks promptly and walked us through the evening's specials. Within minutes, our food was served. The kalua pig quesadillas were outstanding--perfectly crispy with tender, flavorful pork, paired with poi dip and kim chee. The macadamia-crusted swordfish was cooked beautifully, tender and flaky, with perfectly prepared vegetables and a delicious garlic rice pilaf. To top it off, they surprised me with a complimentary birthday dessert. The chocolate purse was absolutely decadent. The lively ambiance, complete with live entertainment outside, made for yet another fantastic experience at Merriman's. read more

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Went for happy hour menu around 4:15pm. Waited about 15 minutes. There's a wait for bar seating too, bar is not open seating- you have to wait. Didn't love that. Happy hour menu is between 3-5:30pm. The service was quick. Quick to take our order and food to come out of kitchen. Food is really good. Great price and potion size is good. I like the smash burger and green beans. The restaurant has a nice ambiance. Ok for casual dress. Good place a dinner date or catch up with friends. Parking at Whole Foods, South Shore, movie theaters or the ward shops. read more

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My friends and I came here on a Thursday evening for dinner. It was a little busy, so we had to wait for a table to become available. We had a stroller with us, and they were able to accommodate the stroller. Food: We started with the bag of biscuits and fries to share. The biscuits were pretty good. Enough to share between 3 adults. The fries were standard and delicious. For my entree, I ordered the mushroom ravioli. While the dish does not come with a lot of ravioli, it is a good sized portion and very good. Service: Since it was busy, service was a little slow. However, everyone at the restaurant was very nice and accommodating since we had a baby with us. Our server was nice and checked up on us regularly. The appetizers came out pretty quick out of the kitchen, but the entrees took longer than expected. TL;DR - Friendly staff and good food. Expect a wait when it's busy! read more

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I've gone to Merriman's Honolulu on three separate occasions: to celebrate my birthday, to celebrate a job promotion and on a date. I LOVE it here. Their SZECHUAN STIR-FRY GREEN BEANS WITH MAC NUTS is delicious. It's got a nice crunch and a little kick to it. They used to have clams as an appetizer and it was so good especially with the bread! I ALWAYS order their steak Frites because how can you go wrong with some prime sirloin cooked to perfection and rosemary sea salt fries? I did try their CAST IRON ORGANIC CHICKEN a main dish they're known for and it was juicy, flavorful, and big enough to share with another person. I've yet to try their WAIALUA CHOCOLATE PURSE each of the times I went they ran out of it and I was heartbroken. Maybe on the next visit my luck will change. Be sure to check out their menu for specials and I recommend making reservations. If you can, it doesn't hurt to visit during happy hour so you can try more dishes. read more

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I would say each time I visit, the experience has been between four and five stars. I do like the dinner menu more than the lunch/happy hour options. Last visit, we went for lunch, and I ordered their burger because I remembered loving their dinner burger (Umami burger - five stars!). Their lunch burger was still good, but it doesn't compare to the Umami burger. My husband thought the fish and chips were good but average. The desserts were great! My friend got the chocolate purse which was unique - she enjoyed it, but it was a one and done. The bread pudding was amazing! Highly recommend it if you like bread pudding. Service was good! The aesthetic was modern with island flare. I would def recommend Merriman's. Can't wait to experience the Umami burger next time! read more

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Food was rather rubbish. The fish tasted like some sketchy chicken from a school cafeteria. The waitress had gotten my order wrong. I had asked to have my green beans swapped for fries instead. After receiving my order I had received no fries and I instead received the green beans I explicitly asked not to receive. After informing the waitress of the mistake instead of taking accountability she did the unthinkable and blamed I for the mistake. She tried to gaslight as if I was an idiot. When I had finally received my fries we had been charged for it. During our meal she never came back to refill our drinks. She then proceeded to have the audacity to tip herself 20%. The lack of good service and food completely ruined the great ambiance. Overall our server was a Gen Z woman that was narcissistic and rude and didn't know how to properly communicate with others; she had the Gen Z stare. read more

Merriman's Honolulu - Pathetic excuse of Grilled fish, rice and fries (forgot to give me fries and gave me green beans). - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Happy hour is still a delicious deal! And the dining room is such a beautiful, airy space. $12 for the smash cheeseburger on a homemade bun. So yummy! $7 for the tasty truffle parmesan fries $12 for the fish & chips that was ahi on this day. Perfectly cooked. $10 for the schezwan green beans. Pretty tasty, just eat them while they're hot. $45 for the steak fries off the regular menu. Good sized sirloin, cooked perfectly (except the extra charred edge) and very delicious. There was an herbed butter pat on top that didn't melt. $9 for the "just lettuce" salad. Beautiful butter leaf in a refreshing lemon dressing. So simple, so good! $14 for easily one of the best bread pudding on Oahu. It's right up there with Orchids at the Halekulani. Service is always on point. From the host stand to the food runners, everyone is pleasant and gracious. Our server, Merwan, was attentive, friendly and so handsome ;-) Here's where I think they fell short on service. When we put our credit card in the check presenter for payment, a man who never interacted with us took it. I watched as he went to process the card at the host stand. He wasn't wearing a uniform. He never introduced himself. If he is part of management, he should have done a table touch. It feels very off-putting to me when a complete stranger takes the money/credit card. No me gusto. read more

This is a higher end restaurant located near the Ward Village shopping mall. Lovely restaurant with super nice staff and nearby parking lot makes this an easy to get to destination. We ordered the beet salad to start and then the chicken pot pie and Merriman's Saimin. The beet salad was refreshing and light. I loved the Saimin dish! The slow roasted pork was super tender and well seasoned. The crunch from the bean spouts was a nice complement to the sautéed mushrooms and bok choy. The broth was a tad bit on the salty side and it typically comes with chili oil but I was able to order it without. The noodles were cooked just right as well. My friend enjoyed the chicken pot pie as well. A friendly and relaxed environment. I would definitely come back! read more

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We were treated to a lovely meal for my birthday and left full and happy. Definitely recommend making a reservation as this place was hopping on a Tuesday night. We sat indoors, but they have plenty of outdoor seating on their lanai as well. All of the staff we encountered were friendly and welcoming as was the atmosphere of the restaurant - fine dining without the stuffiness. We really enjoyed the food we ordered and everything came out hot and with the use of fresh island ingredients when available. The prices are definitely reflective of a fine dining experience so this is a place to go to treat yourself. read more

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Love the area and location of this restaurant in Ward. Food is good quality with friendly and amazing staff. Personally like coming to their happy hour as everything is priced very reasonably but this is also a perfect place to have brunch. read more

Merriman's Honolulu - Happy hour garlic fries - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I recently went to Merriman's Honolulu for lunch and had their chicken pot pie, and it was honestly so good. Super comforting, flavorful, and perfectly done. Definitely one of those dishes that just hits. The service was also really great, attentive and friendly without being too much. Overall, such a nice lunch experience. I would definitely come back again to try their dinner menu. read more

Made a reservation on open table, it was confirmed by email. Got to the restaurant and it was closed for the weekend! Why wouldn't it flag on open table so you know it's closed before you go there!! Terrible ! read more

Nice out door atmosphere with our puppy. Food is great, service was pleasant and food was delicious. Maitai was well alcoholized, if you know what I mean. We had a great time! read more

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Food is good but expensive. My wife had the lobster pot pie, which didn't have a lot of lobster. Certain restaurants have a loud main dining area, think I would have been better outside, but it was a cool evening. No view. The dining area on the Big Island is quieter and more formal. read more

Merriman's was a lovely way to end my time in Hawaii on a high note! A bit of a splurge, but you definitely get what you pay for in terms of an elevated dining experience. I started with the oysters, and these set the tone right away; easily the best oysters I've ever had, and I say this despite my Long Island pride. They were so fresh and perfectly balanced, with only simple garnishes (lemon, black pepper champagne vinaigrette) to let the oysters do most of the talking. My main was one of the catches of the day. The fish itself was prepared perfectly; the sauce it came in was a bit heavy/oily but still added nice flavor with a little bit of zest. And the veggies that came with the dish were fine. All in all, a great meal, but I was expecting a bit more in terms of presentation and sauce for my entree. I got an old fashioned as well, props for a solid cocktail! And service was phenomenal, Tim was on top of his game the entire evening. Worth the splurge for sure, I'd go back to try other dishes! read more

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We came here to celebrate a birthday and it was a good choice! The restaurant was packed and the floor-to-ceiling glass wall with modern Hawaiian decor made the atmosphere bright and cheery. Luckily, we were able to make reservations during happy hour, so we tried items from that menu. The happy hour menu had a good mix of options, so we ordered mostly from it. The farm-to-table cocktail was really delicious and strong though I don't remember what was in it. We also ordered the crispy pork shank off the regular menu and enjoyed it as it was something different that we typically don't see on menus. Our server was so nice and friendly and genuinely wished happy birthday which made the celebration even better. read more

To start off our server she was excellent. Always smiling. It was pretty packed for a Friday lunchtime. The inside was nice with high ceilings so felt spacious. My steak was good lots of flavor and the clam chowder was excellent too. The bread pudding was so delicious too. read more

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This is my second visit to Merriman's Honolulu and the waitstaff that served us made me feel twice as special this time :) We were first greeted with a complimentary glass of prosecco as a birthday treat (not sure if it was comp'd by waiter- if so, thank you so much Francis and Malia!). Then, we enjoyed quite frankly, the most delicious appetizer I have had in a while. It was salmon dressed over a dollop of yogurt that was served on a really yummy fish cake. I loved it ! We also enjoyed their Tako "a la escargot" and Country bread that was perfect with our glasses of prosecco. My entree was the Organic Macadamia Nut Fresh Catch which was served with the Local Mushroom Chardonnay Sauce, Pukalani green beans and garlic rice. The best meal I have had on a birthday and hope to visit here annually for my birthday :) read more

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Beautiful setting and ambience combined with delicious food and excellent service makes Merriman's worth a visit at lunch! Had the taro hummus appetizer with raw veggies and sweet potato chips along with the beet salad as my lunch, plus sneaked a few fries from my dining companions smash burger plate. The combo definitely filled me up as the hummus plate had more veggies than the salad. Together, great flavors and so filling! Fran C. devoured the chicken pot pie, declaring it was the best he ever ate! Now that's high praise. Since it's a limited menu item, order it when you can! The double patty smash burger was also declared a winner by Cathy I., as she claimed it juicy and oozing with melted cheese under a bun cover. The fries, crispy and seasoned with rosemary salt were munched on with delicious abandon. For dessert, we shared a coconut lime sorbet that was light and refreshing. Located across Whole Foods Kakaako, there's free parking in the Nordstrom/TJ Maxx lot. Would love to come back and hope they can add more dairy-free, plant-based items to the menu! read more

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Update... Still very good food, service and ambiance. It's our 3rd year spending Thanksgiving here. Every single time has been excellent. Shout-out to Francis! read more

Merriman's Honolulu - Merriman's Thanksgiving meal. $$$ but worth it. - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We had reservations at 1pm and our table was ready for us. We order the smash burger with fries and the Kalula pork quesadilla. We shared both items and it hit the spot. We also had pressed coffee and the chocolate purse dessert. The ambiance is stunning with floor to ceiling windows so you get a ton of natural light. The dining room was packed when we were seated! read more

Merriman's Honolulu - Dinner tonight - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We decided to make reservations for Restaurant Week, and so glad we did because the food and service were fantastic from start to finish. Booking through OpenTable was super easy, and even though we arrived a little early, the place was already buzzing--packed tables, steady foot traffic, and that lively Restaurant Week energy. Despite the crowd, they seated us right on time. The host was warm and welcoming, and our server, Killian, greeted us the moment we sat down. We told him we were interested in the Restaurant Week prix fixe menu, and he walked us through each dish with great detail--super helpful and made everything sound delicious. We started with drinks: the A Honu World cocktail, which was sweet but not overly sweet with a really nice coconut flavor, and my boyfriend ordered the Obsidian Cabernet, his all-time favorite red wine. First course: the ʻulu corn chowder--creamy, savory, and full of flavor. Second course: we couldn't decide between the jerk chicken sandwich or the miso salmon, so we ordered both and split them. The jerk chicken sandwich had just the right amount of spice, super moist chicken, and came with perfectly cooked fries. The miso salmon was delicious and paired so well with the hand-cut chow fun noodles--such a great combination. Final course: the lilikoi posset, lightly sweet with a bright tang, the perfect finish to a great prix fixe meal. Even with how crowded and high-energy the restaurant was--servers moving quickly, conversations filling the room, and every table taken--the team delivered exceptional food and genuinely great service. Overall, everything was outstanding. We'll definitely be back to try their main menu! read more

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Nice decor and location however food did not meet expectations given the prices. Waiter was great and very friendly but I would recommend eating elsewhere if in this area. read more

We had reservations ( 8 people) for 6:30 pm but had to wait for a little while. The atmosphere was nice but very noisy making conversations across the table challenging. The waiters were very friendly and attentive. We had the green beans, truffle fries, octopus escargot and bag of biscuits for starters - all very good. I had the Mai tai cocktail and loved the lilikoi foam! For my entree, I had the mushroom ravioli. There were 3 large raviolis which if I didn't have a bunch of appetizers before, probably wouldn't have been enough. Lastly, I shared the chocolate purse. It had a chocolate filo like wrapping with a rich chocolate ganache inside served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Very tasty! Overall, very good but pricy. read more

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Pros: nice ambiance, clean, good service and interesting food choices. Popular for professional/work get togethers. We liked the mini biscuits (I would recommend asking for extra butter and some honey) and the truffle fries. Most of our group seemed to like what they ordered. Cons: took a while to get our food. I ordered the fish and shrimp and chips and found the fish piece, although generous size the breading was thick and the fish was a bit dry. I wish there were more choices for lunch. read more

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Three members of our primary solutions vendor came to town for their annual visit, and we ended up at Merriman's to wrap up the day. I told them to park at Whole Foods as I like the parking lot there, especially on the 4th and 5th floors. I ordered a Monkey 47 gin & tonic. Two ordered glasses of wine, two ordered soft drinks and one of the vendors asked for a Mai Tai. We ordered two plates of Organic Taro Hummus, Garlic Roasted Wild Shrimp, and Roasted Beet & Hirabara Farms Fennel as our appetizers. The hit was the shrimp dish ... The sauce was outstanding. The hummus was a stand-in for Szechuan Stir-Fry Green Beans with Mac Nuts as the latter was out. Entrees included the Crispy Pork Shank, Lobster "Pot Pie", and the Organic Macadamia Nut Crusted Fresh Catch, which was Opah (Moonfish). The best dish was the crispy pork shank. It was served with a pineapple salsa and Poblano Mashed Potato. The Opah was a hit; it was cooked perfectly. I was somewhat disappointed with my lobster pot pie. The puff pastry was soggy, and I didn't care for the pieces of potato ... I wanted more lobster. Several ordered the Lilikoi Posset, which looked like a soft crème brulée. Two ordered the Waialua Chocolate Purse, a visual and taste treat. One ordered bread pudding and gave a rave review. I satisfied myself with a French Press containing Merriman's Blend, a mix of Big Island and Guatemalan coffee. It was nice, but not outstanding. We enjoyed our time there and our host said he really liked the restaurant. I've been coming to Merriman's since it opened in Kakaako, and I commented that the food has improved with each visit ...Recommended! read more

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Service and food was amazing, came here for happy hour and was seated quickly. Our server Ani was great and food came out within 10 minutes. Would come back read more

Merriman's Honolulu - Kalua pig quesadilla, Smashburger, Fish & Chips all on happy hour - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii