Great place. Food was outstanding and portions were generous. Staff could not have been any…read morenicer. We went back several mornings during our stay. We did both standard American breakfast dishes, and their Hawaiian specialties, and enjoyed both!

Great breakfast!!!! The staff were friendly and efficient. The prices are reasonable especially for…read moreHawaii. My daughter had a banana mochi waffle. It was off the hook. I had the special omelette (linguica, mushrooms, pepper jack And green onions). It tasted like home. There is no reason to Hager breakfast at Aulani. This place is worth the steps.

Duck fat fried rice was awesome! Fried chicken was awesome!…read moreWatercress tofu salad was awesome! Service was awesome! Portions are reasonably priced. Ceilings are very high and feel spacious. Side bar and upstairs private area for party. Sports bar feel with televisions. Only thing is not all we're on and the units are too small for the space. Other than that, it's spacious and clean. No pictures this time.

This was our first time and we went for a late lunch. There were very few people there because it…read morewas an off peak time so the service was very quick! The food and drinks were good! Great portions and flavors. We enjoyed the kimchi pancake, duck fat fried rice, chicken wings, and tacos. I had a seen a previous review about it being dirty , the floor definitely had not been swept in a while. But everything else (tables, benches) seemed clean and I watched them spray down used tables. We would come back again!

Good solid experience with nice food and nice ambiance and decent service…read more Caesar salad was good and fresh 9/10. Siamin was maybe my favorite dish, smokey the noodles extra al dente and the pork was flavorful 9.5/10. Pesto Gnocchi was pillowy and soft and the pesto sauce was light and flavorful and was one of the few vegetarian options. I would get again 8/10. Side of broccoli was spicy and zesty 9/10. Cocktails were also very nice way to start. It's a tradition to always hit the minkeypod when in hawaii and will continue. Don't forget the pies! Overall, definitely a touristy vibe but pretty good quality overall.

Came here while staying at Aulani. We weren't too hungry yet and mainly got appetizers and drinks…read moreduring happy hour. Majority of the appetizers we got were good. - truffle fries..well...their truffle fries and cant really go wrong - taro dumplings (i forgot if thats what we got but they were good but not blown away either) - corn chowder was good - brisket pesto pizza? (Im overdue with the review so forgot what pizza it exactly was) but i remember this was good. It was in the happy hour menu is all i can remember. - wings but unsure about the goat cheese dip. I prefer plain ranch - the kids pasta was good. Well, one kiddo loved it while the other didn't. So it depends on preferences on this one. I will say i did taste it and it was meh... - another kiddo got the shoyu noodles and its plain. So if you got a simple palate plain jane child, they will like this one. For drinks, it depends on taste and preferences. I was bummed on this one. Mainly looking fwd to the drinks and it didn't satisfy my tastebuds. It was too twisted, fusion, modified etc. i prefer a mai tai a plain old fashioned mai tai without the fixings. The orange foam was too strong it overwhelmed the dark rum im used to and prefer. So i decided to try the ube rey instead which was much better but still not as much to my liking/preferences. Went back to Aulani a but bummed and decided to get another at Aulani the next day instead and I will say, i liked it better as it followed the more traditional way of making it. So if you prefer traditional ways, this may not be for you and if planning to drink, simply keep with the simplier generic drinks, wine or beer. If you prefer to try different ways and flavors, then you will love this. Service was great and our server was attentive at all times. Thank you. Ambiance was good but outdoor seating may be a bit of a nuance due to flies swarming around you often. The swinging table fan helps but are still annoying plus the tropical heat also didn't help.

Everything was absolutely delicious! My sister got the country fried steak, which came with tons of…read morepotatoes, perfectly cooked eggs, and delicious gravy all over the steak. My friend got the strawberry French toast and ate it so quickly! We also got a side of pancakes, and my absolute favorite was the cookie butter pancakes -- they were SO good. Everyone was completely satisfied with everything we ordered, and I couldn't believe how fast the food came out -- 10 minutes or less! The macadamia nut coffee was delicious too, and they even had a whole selection of coffee creamers right on the table, which was such a great touch. Great food, huge portions, super fast service, and everything we tried was delicious. We'll definitely be back!

The establishment is super clean, but small so if you go during peak time then be prepared for a…read morewait. They close at 2 so you have to find that sweet spot in the time to arrive to assure you're not waiting too long or are even able to get a table. The alternative is to do takeout which is just as good! It's fast, and the food is just as good at home as it is in the restaurant. The prices are reasonable, being that you're getting a great meal with good ingredients and supporting a nice little local business spot. Our food costs were $25-$19 per meal and it was worth it. Super tasty, and especially loved the chorizo gravy on the country fried steak!

PROS: This location offers a brunch menu on Saturday and Sunday. We ordered Bruleed French Toast…read moreand Fried Chicken and Waffles Benedict. Both orders were more normal-sized portions and slightly cheaper than the normal entrees. The Bruleed French Toast was light and fluffy, with a decent amount of custard flavor. The Fried Chicken and Waffles Benedict came with two quarters of belgian waffles with two chicken tenders on each. The chicken tenders were very juicy and the hollandaise sauce added the perfect richness. There's also a butterscotchy syrup which went surprisingly well with the chicken and hollandaise sauce. The staff are friendly and we got seated almost immediately. We went at 11:30am, right before the crowds. Our server Tommy was very attentive to us checking in with us multiple times and even after we paid the check. We were hoping to get a second serving of bread, but our entrees arrived really fast. So by the time we finished our entrees, we told Tommy to cancel the second order of bread since we got too full. Tommy was nice enough to add bread to our to-go bag! There's also tons of free parking at Kamakana Alii! So it's not as stressful of a time as the Waikiki location. So far, I've never had to hunt for parking when I come here. CONS: The brunch portions are more "normal entree" size, but I kinda wish they were a little more elegantly plated. No real garnishes other than a sprig of mint on the french toast. The waffles were quite mid, but everything on top really saved it. My Fried Chicken and Waffles came with a side of fries which were room temp by the time we got it. The free bread was also cold and the sourdough loaf was pretty tough to chew. We must've gotten the last pieces of the batch and were hoping to get fresher bread. We also wanted to order the Chicken Parmesan Pizza Style, but realized that neither Hawaii locations serve it. That was really disappointing and most likely there are other items on the normal menu that aren't available in Hawaii. OVERALL: I much prefer this location over the Waikiki location. Parking is plentiful, staff are attentive and we haven't had to wait to be seated. Service is fast and friendly and the food was pretty good. Bread freshness is a hit or miss, but we've liked the entrees available. I wish they offered the complete Cheesecake Factory menu, but I'm not surprised that things are different in Hawaii.

3.5 stars The menu…read moreis huge and lots to choose from so it's a good place for a variety of food. They have a bar area and an indoor and outdoor dining area. We've been here a few times and generally like it, However service is very slow and usually there's a long wait for a table since they're always busy. Service is generally slow but the most recent time we came, we were there for dinner and it took 2 hours. We only ordered entrees so it shouldn't have taken that long. I'm not sure if they were short staffed in the kitchen but the servers were friendly and working hard. I think next time we visit, we will get take out since I like their food in general. The cheesecake is always good and I always take a slice home! ******** Cheesecake Factory Huge menu and a crazy place Crowded and busy

Moani Island Bistro & Bar was a fantastic experience from start to finish! We were seated quickly,…read moreand the customer service was outstanding throughout our visit. The live music created the perfect atmosphere; it was upbeat, relaxing, and just made you feel good while enjoying your meal. The food was delicious, and the drinks were just as impressive. If you're looking for a cocktail recommendation, definitely order the Coconut Mojito. Between the great food, amazing service, and fun island vibe, this is definitely a place I'll be coming back to. Highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area!

Entertaining out of state guest on a Saturday night. We decided to go to the west side of the…read moreisland. Moaning island Bistro is a neatly tucked place in Kamakana Alii shopping center. A really chill local venue to kick back and relax with family and friend. The food and service is tip notch. No complaints. When there, ask for "Cadence" she's awesome. Our guest were very impressed with the local "Aloha." A great place for locals visiting from the outer island and staying at the Hampton hotel next door. Great place to walk over and relax. Highly recommended.

Im not usually fond of burgers but wife has wanted a burger since maybe Sonic's opened but we…read moreweren't ready to commit to going since the wait was likely still long for Sonic's. Also, did I really want a Sonic burger? The answer was an easy no. Did a quick search and found this place which I had no idea existed but now I know they exist in an excellent way. People come here to drink, I'm not a drinker but there was plentynof alcoholic beverages on the back wall for your choice that it could be overwhelming. This is a bar with indoor seating and a World Cup game was on. I think there was outdoor seating but it looked like a different restaurant to me. We ordered dirty fries, a sweet tea, the simple smash, village smash, and sweet tea. I have to admit, I'm overly harsh on burgers but from the first bite, this hit right to me. The dirty fries were good also. We washed down that salt with their mildly sweet sweet tea. That's the only miss for me as I like deep sweet tea thanks to some time spent in Mississippi earlier in life. Their food put themselves on my radar so we will definitely be back as we didn't even scratch the other meats they had on menu.

I placed an online order for pickup with a scheduled pickup time of 8:15 PM. I arrived a few…read moreminutes early, checked in, and the employee told me it would be "just a minute" before walking away. Since the restaurant looked very busy, I waited another 25 minutes, until about 8:45 PM. I then asked for an update on my order, and I was told it would be another 20 minutes. At that point, I asked if my order had even been started, considering it was only two Smash Burgers and an order of fries. Given the excessive delay and lack of communication, I requested a refund. The long wait and poor updates were very disappointing, especially since I had placed my order in advance for pickup.

Underrated local dinner spot…read more The entry to this restaurant is so easy to miss because it's so narrow and it blends in so well with everything. I don't know if they want to keep it hidden, but I guess you could consider it that. We went in on a Saturday night with reservations and I highly recommend it since the place was full when we went in and more people kept wanting to come and eat. Service was great from beginning to end, I especially love that everyone accommodated my stroller and my baby. There were four of us and we each got something different, but to start I highly suggest the steamed shrimp and pork wontons and the lechon style Brussels - I would've double-ordered those for my entree if I could have! For entrees we ordered the garlic noodles, misoyaki butterfish, seared catch-of-the-day, and the burger. They were all amazing, and after we all started letting each other try we started making our own "flights" because everything just hit different spots and flavor profiles. In summary, this is one of those places that doesn't care about aesthetics, the decor is casual, but the food is soooo ono. They focus all their energy on food and service, and that makes a winner winner chicken dinner in my book.

Great happy hour deal with unique fusion dishes!…read more Food - 5/5 Sooo good! We mostly ordered off the happy hour menu - Brussel sprouts, mushroom pizza, fish tacos, and ume whiskey sour. We also got the strawberry matcha. The flavor combos were so unique and interesting! Service - 5/5 Our server was so friendly and attentive! Ambiance - 5/5 Slightly fancy vibes but still casual!

I didn't know this place existed until one of my friends had a party here. I didn't even know you…read morecould host parties here as long as you have military base access. It's very spacious and you bring your own food. They do offer alcoholic beverages at the bar so that is one thing off the list to not have to worry about. They have a tennis court and I think a basketball court nearby. Lots of parking so that's always a plus. They keep the area clean and tidy which is a must, especially since it is an outdoor facility.

Important to note: You will need base access to access this place. You go through the guarded…read moregate (where you show your ID) and it will be on your right (follow the signs). Not an extensive food menu--Food is standard bar food. So think, corn dogs, fries, nachos, type food. Not bad, not 5-star gourmet food. There are a lot of TVs everywhere--in fact we went there specifically to watch the fight. TVs can be seen from almost anywhere in the establishment. Drinks--standard drink menu for a bar. :) Now, what I liked the BEST about this place was the kid friendly atmosphere, meaning, there is a huge open, mostly gated grassy area for kids to run and play. There's also a sandy volleyball area, basketball court, and pickleball court. It feels really safe.

Food was average for bar food. Service was good. Was told we would get our parking validated for a…read morelarger group that drove separately. At the end of the meal, they only validated for 1 car.

Came here for an easy dinner date with my husband. Service…read morewas friendly but I felt like our poor waitress needed some support. She was taking orders, serving and cleaning up. We never had our waters filled throughout our entire meal. She never asked if we wanted dessert. Again, I don't think it was her I just think she needed help. She had a lot of tables and a big party she was taking care of. The food was ok. My husband's hamburger looked amazing but lacked flavor. I feel like the patty was not a smash burger patty and it was not seasoned. My tacos were good but super greasy. The pretzel was amazing and I loved the cheese it came with. The star of the show was the ice cream pie. I feel like it was an absolute must! I just love Lapperts ice cream so to have it in the pie was just amazing! The chocolate ganache was rich and heavenly. The macadamia crust o my!! The ice cream pie on its own is the reason I would come back. Maybe for happy hour too! They had decent items and prices but we missed it.