Best service we have had on the island. Sidney was our server and she greeted us right away. She told us about the Sunday night special, Prime Rib, and that right there sold my dinner plan. The appetizer, cucumber salad was great. My husband got the ribs with the fired rice. We loved both. After dinner we had dessert in to Speakeasy and that was so romantic and fun. Sidney was amazing best service! We will be back again. read more

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Sarah was an incredible server and went above and beyond to serve our large party. The chef did great too, all the food was great. I'm sure I'll be back! read more

We went shopping at whole foods at Kahala and wanted to enjoy an early dinner, so we asked Chat GPT for some recommendations and it suggested The Surfing Pig.... So glad it did! The moment that we walked in Ray greeted us with a smile he embodied the Aloha Spirit ...later found out he's the General Manager! The bartender Keone...what a guy! All of his drinks were amazing! We had the Smoking Pig which is a smoked old-fashioned that comes with a piece of BACON! Very easy on the sweetness. We also had the mezcal margarita and the smoked Manhattan... All the drinks were amazing!! If you like your drinks more on the sweet side just let him know and he'll make them sweeter but if you like em boozie and not too sweet he's your guy!! We also got to meet the chef James, he's originally from the west side of the island, so proud of him!! the food was amazing, we loved the dry rub ribs and the Sunday special brisket and the creamy Brussel sprouts as well as their Kalua Pig...bruh the buggah taste like came straight outta da imu! Broke da mouth kine!!! Was one beautiful Sunday that felt like we was wit ohana! We garanz goin be back!! read more

Food 2/5 Drinks 4/5 Ambiance 4/5 Went here for HH on a Thursday. Made a reservation but we came by right when they open ~5p. Fairly empty. I'm sure they get busy as the night goes on Tried their signature Smoking Pig. Pretty good actually. Even better with the HH deal. Solid 4/5 I wish I can rate their pasta higher but it just wasn't as good as expected, especially for the price. Bolognese and macnut pesto were below average in my humble opinion. It just did not taste up to par or as expected for the $$$. Service and ambiance were good, as expected. Would like to try their other cocktails, however. So I may swing by again. read more

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We came here for brunch on a Sunday since we had a gift certificate and wanted to finally check this place out. We were some of the first few guests and got seated upstairs. The restaurant had a cool, laid-back atmosphere. I ordered the smokehouse rib biscuit & gravy while my boyfriend went with the French dip. When our food arrived, we were impressed by how big the portions were. Unfortunately, the food itself was just ok. The smoked ribs on my plate were tasty and kinda tender, then after a few bites of the biscuits with gravy, I realized the gravy wasn't my favorite. I also tried a few bites of my boyfriend's French dip. It was decent overall, but the cheese or sauce had a stronger, more pungent flavor than we're used to with other French dips. The fries were really good though and ended up being our favorite part of the meal. Our server was great, friendly and checked in on us throughout our meal. Overall, with brunch here being a bit underwhelming, this place was a one and done for us. It seems like Surfing Pig is more known for dinner though! read more

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Visited The Surfing Pig Hawaii and really enjoyed the experience. The space is definitely on the smaller side, but that actually added to the charm and made it feel more intimate and cozy. It's a great spot for catching up with friends or having a more laid-back night out. The drinks were a standout and I absolutely loved them. Just a heads up though, they are definitely on the stronger side, so they pack more of a punch than they might look! Overall, the intimate atmosphere and great cocktails make this a place I'd happily return to. If you're looking for a casual spot with solid drinks and a cozy vibe, this is worth checking out read more

Speakeasy inside Surfing Pig Hot Spot! Call the number to the restaurant to make a reservation. If they have open seats, you may be able to walk in and request a seat. Look online for tricks and passphrases. I visited and I don't want to give away too much. The ambiance is great. They had six seats available. When I called, I was asked if I was a member, so there may be a chance if members arrive, I would have to give up my seats for a restaurant seat. That didn't happen, so we lucked out. Awesome service and drinks. The pupus were also delicious. An amazing time had by all! I will definitely return and have already recommended this to many. read more

Absolutely amazing New York Steak. The mushrooms were also really good. Our server, Sarah, was amazing. They had a really cool light on the table that can change color on touch. read more

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This is hands down one of my favorite local spots. From the manager to the bartender to the hostess, everyone truly embodies the aloha spirit--warm, genuine, and welcoming. You can feel how personable they are the moment you walk in. The truffle fries are a must--perfectly crispy without being greasy, with just the right crunch in every bite. For drinks, I always recommend the Smokin Pig (yes, it's bacon-infused and even comes with bacon!) and the Tequila Does, which is light, refreshing, and super easy to enjoy. If you're in the Kaimuki area, this spot is an absolute must-visit. read more

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This was such a special experience! My first time going to a speak easy. IYKYK! Must call to make reservations. Room is small and intimate. Can seat 6 people (3 on one side on the back, 3 on the other side in the front). Tapa style with select items that were enough to feed our party of 3. Cocktails tasted delicious and bartender was generous with the alcohol. We plan to come back again and bring other friends. I highly recommend this venue! Bonus was our server Sara was so pleasant and welcoming! You must try the sweet cocktail named after her Sara's smile! read more

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We really wanted to like this place based on all the great reviews, but unfortunately our experience did not live up to the hype. The amouse-bouche was excellent and gave us high hopes for our meal. Unfortunately, things went downhill from there. The dirty martinis were disappointing. The pork was extremely dry & overcooked and both the mashed potatoes & loco Moco were overwhelmingly salty, & made them difficult to enjoy. The service & atmosphere were pleasant & it's clear many people have had positive experiences. We left disappointed especially after reading glowing reviews. read more

1,000,000 OUT OF 10 STARS The Surfing Pig delivered one of the best dining experiences ever. If you're on Oahu, The Surfing Pig is a must-visit. Chef James deserves enormous praise. It's one thing for a restaurant to have a few great dishes; it's another to serve an entire feast without a single miss. Every plate that came to the table reflected incredible attention to detail, and it was clear that a tremendous amount of care went into creating such a memorable meal. Our group of seven ordered the bigger family meal, which gave us the chance to try everything the restaurant has to offer, and every single dish was outstanding. From the first bite to the last, the food was so good! The standout drink for me was their special bourbon made just for the restaurant--a remarkable combination of cherry, dark oak, and a smooth red-wine finish. A+! Wish the restaurant had the license to sell a bottle. 1,000,000 out of 10 stars. An unforgettable meal, and I'll absolutely be back should I ever venture out to Hawaii again! read more

The last time I came to this location, it was something else. I had a great martini and wanted the same. But lo and behold, Kono's moved here and I'm glad they did! Granted I liked their little storefront on Kapahulu, but parking was always a challenge. This spot is great! Friendly greeting, we sat at the bar. We made it in time for happy hour and oh look, boozy milkshakes! Yes, please!!! We also ordered some kalua pork nachos which were very good! I wish I was hungrier cause I would've ordered something else. The staff was really great! And I think the owners were there too! It is a great space! It has changed over the years, but I think this one is for the long haul and I can't wait to come back! Mahalo Kono's! read more

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Such a amazing tasting experience had here! The ambience was great, the drinks were bomb and the food was AMAZING! Such a great service experience by Amara as well - amazing server! 10/10 recommend!!! Even left with a departing gift given from the staff! read more

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I had a great causal time with the best bartenders in kaimuki! Sarah and Ashley tagged teamed my food and drink orders and I was accompanied by a great ambience of people and lights. The bar was dimmed and vibe for the night seems always to be causal relaxation. If you ever make it a dine in experience you won't be dissatisfied. read more

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This place has AWESOME customer service, food, and ambiance, I would give it 6 stars if I could. Customer service was EXCELLENT, starting with my phone call to fix my reservations. Ray was extremely helpful in helping me correct an error I had made using the website to make our reservations and we were able to not only get reservations in the restaurant but in the speakeasy as well. Then there was Callie our waitress, she was bubbly, friendly, and very attentive. She created a warm and welcoming expereince for us and just that would make us come back. The food was SUPER ONO, at IYKYK we had the Midnight Musubi Arancini. I was hesitant to order it as I have had choke musubis over my lifetime and was thinking how different could these musubis be...? But, WOW, it was soooo good. The combination of ingredients filled each mouthful with a mixture of flavors that complimented each other. I would definitely order this again and encourage everyone to try it. We also had the Pork medallions and a kalua pig sampler, they too were delicious and our cocktails were very unique, delicious, and strong. We then moved from the speakeasy to the restaurant and we had the Pele's Pit Ribs and the Tsunami Burger for dinner. The ribs were very delicous, it was a dry rub so very clean and easy to eat with the fingers and the fried rice was tasty. My wife loved her burger and if you look at the pictures you can see why. The ambiance was VERY COOL. The deliberate and cohesive mix of dim red lighting, and comfortable lounging chairs totally created that speakeasy atmosphere. The restaurant portion was quaint, warm, and not too loud creating a good atmosphere for conversing. Overall we were very pleased to have come here, we will definitely come back and bring friends along too. As far as parking...its good. There is a metered parking lot behind the restaurant, no roof so your big 2500 4x4 boat hauler will easily park in it and there are clean male and female bathrooms in the restauant so you can drink and eat up. read more

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We love the welcoming staff here including the manager, hostess, and waitress. The surfing pig light that shines on the sidewalk is cool. We have a few of our favorite dishes which includes the salads, the bacon appetizer, the ahi and salmon dishes, and the New York steak with crispy onions. The cocktails are also really good, but our favorite is having a fine glass of wine in the speakeasy after dinner. We had such a great time that we will be booking our Family Christmas dinner here. read more

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I have eaten here before and it was good. Today unfortunately it wasn't. I had the tsunami burger and the taste was really off. I'm not sure what it was but the flavor was so bad I was afraid to take another bite. So disappointing. read more

My daughter and I were strolling around Kaimuki before her dance class and this nice spot offered a generous sample of their sandwich! We had to stop in after trying their yummy sandwich - perfectly flavored with salty ham and bacon, and creamy avocado spread, on soft bread. They also had a grand opening special for their kalua pig bomber ($16 each) - buy one get one free! Wow! And the bomber was so filling and hearty - salty pig, eggs, and potato, wrapped in the tortilla. I stuffed myself with it, but I could definitely share one with a friend next time. The staff were super sweet and generous - offering a coffee and inviting my daughter to draw on their chalkboard. Oops, I shared pix of the cute decor but forgot to get any of the food because I was so excited to start eating and it was so good, I couldn't stop, haha. The salsa they provided on the side cut the richness of the meat and provided a nice spice (tho I regret not trying some of their yummy sounding hot sauces, that would've been good too!). So happy for this local spot expanding into the Kaimuki area. The outside patio area is intimate yet makes it feel like you're part of such a nice community. What a perfect place to grab breakfast, lunch or dinner with a friend! read more

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Sarah was our server and she was amazing! We had a large group and she accommodated us so well. The food was great and I would definitely recommend this place especially if you're visiting from out of town. read more

So very disappointed with the Surfing Pig. Unbalanced. Had a reservation for my husband's Birthday to have Prime Rib on Sunday. Sadly they did not update the website and no longer served Prime Rib on Sundays. We had a server who had just started and literally knew nothing about the menu. Ordered the ribs on her recommendation that were dry rubbed, overcooked, with barely any meat and salty. Ordered the strip steak mid rare and it came charred, also salty with a giant pile of fried onions. The loco moco was terrible, salty gravy/fried rice, with an overcooked egg and barely edible. 3 overpriced dishes plus 2 appetizers and a side of salty overfried fingerling potatoes. read more

I visited this restaurant and unfortunately had a terrible experience. The food quality was extremely poor, and after eating, I felt very sick. I would not recommend this place due to the bad food and the unpleasant aftereffects. read more

Came for the AYCE Prime Rib Special they have on sundays and walked away pleasantly filled and satisfied! The staff serving us was super friendly and helped give rec's for other things to eat as well. The ambience is super cozy and perfect for date nights. Would recommend if you're in Kaimuki and have an appetite (especially on sundays) - Miguel Morales Photography read more

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Love the food and drinks here. It's always so consistent and delicious. The servers are great and I'm obsessed with the Hot Dreams!! read more

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This place is AMAZING! My husband had the ribs (best he has ever had!! Tender and perfectly seasoned) ) and I had the pork loin. It was sooooo good! The mashed potatoes were creamy and delicious. Really, this is the best food we have ever had!!! And the ambience is incredible-hidden speakeasy! The owner and servers were attentive with great attentiveness. Yes-absolutely try this! read more

My girlfriend & I went to the Surfing Pig for Valentine's Day this year, spur of the moment decision but very well worth it! Food phenomenal, Drinks exquisite, and the Customer Service was top tier, probably best service since we moved to Hawaii! Also, highly recommend the hidden bar if you can get a seat, quiet intimate setting perfect for dates! We will definitely be back! Thank you! read more

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What a pleasure was my first visit here. We were warmly and promptly welcomed and swiftly introduced to a variety of great cocktails and food menu options. I tried their signature cocktail which was delightful. My Samoa was also excellent. The ambiance was relaxed the evening we visited which added to my good experience savoring my cocktails and meal. A must visit. read more

Located in Kaimuki, the Surfing Pig is a two story restaurant full of smoky drinks and meats! My friends and I enjoyed a great meal here. Service was excellent and all the staff was so friendly! We were seated upstairs and ordered everything family style. We started with cocktails. They have a few smoky drinks that are served covered in a lid that is lifted upon delivery and all the smoke pours out. They had great flavor and were so fun! For food, we ordered the ribs and a whole bunch of sides. The meat was tender and juicy. The truffle fries were a must and perfectly thin and crispy. I also really loved the buttery corn. The mashed potatoes were a little dry so they weren't quite my favorite. The mac n cheese was a very different style. It was very cheesy and thick. Tasty! We ended the meal with some dessert. I loved the lava cake. It was so decadent and delicious. read more

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Everything checks the box here. From the entrance to the ambiance and overall energy, from real down to earth staff that does interact with you and keeps it real, to great food - the steak chimichurri crostini melts in your mouth, the bacon is just amazing and perfectly spicy, and more - and finally drinks - well balanced, tasty and some even come with a presentation. Visiting from California, personally a picky and well travelled person, cannot recommend this place enough! read more

Such a cute restaurant in Kaimuki next to Coffee Talk! Always in Kaimuki but first time eating here. Large pig logo in the front of restaurant because they loveeee their kalua pork! As they should. Greeted at we entered and their staff is soo nice and gave us some recommendations on the menu. We order and pay first and then sat upstairs to wait for our food. We got some yummy milkshakes and our food came out quick as well. Delicious!! Tbh nothing like special, but it was yummy, satisfying, and reasonably priced. So I would come back here 100% again and again. Also, we mentioned it was our friend's bday, so they brought her milkshake out with a candle!! SOO cute read more

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The food was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend the cod (and the potatoes)! Thank you Sarah for fantastic service and hospitality!

Flew into Hawaii for the first time and stumbled upon The Surfing Pig shortly after landing. We had originally planned to eat at Chubbies, but they weren't taking any new diners at 8:30 since they close at 9. We were invited in by their manager who noticed we were looking for someplace to eat. He was very nice and gave us a lot of useful information about the dining fare there. I'm a sucker for nice service staff, so I was hooked and convinced Bae to eat here. Bae was not happy, but I rather liked it! Everything was cold, especially the fries, and they tasted burnt and stale. I'm not a fry snob, but hopefully they get the hang of it soon. Other than that I liked the way the burger tasted, cold or not. Maybe it's supposed to be cold, like a chicken salad sandwich or something? Idk what to tell you, it worked for my palette lol just didn't like the fries. My guy said it tasted like they'd been sitting out for a few hours since it was close to closing. With that being said, I liked the Kalua pork sandwich and kept ordering it everywhere I went and always compared it to The Surfing Pig's because I really did enjoy it! read more

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Great food & drinks, we even received a free appetizer, Sarah was the nicest! Absolutely recommend!

The Surfing Pig Hawaii offers a variety of seating options, including bar seating, standard seating, and outdoor seating, making it a flexible choice for different dining preferences. The service was efficient and friendly. Our server was knowledgeable and provided helpful recommendations. I appreciated the flexibility she showed in accommodating my request for fries, even though it wasn't happy hour. The portion sizes at The Surfing Pig Hawaii are generous, and we easily could have shared a sandwich between two people. Similarly, the fries were plentiful. Unfortunately, the eggs benedict fell short of expectations. The guava flavor was not noticeable, and the poached eggs were overcooked, resulting in a hard yolk. The kalua pork was a bit dry. The hollandaise was decent but it lacked depth of flavor. The thin sliced garlic prime rib was a more satisfying dish. The smoked gouda complemented the prime rib well, and the truffle fries were a flavorful accompaniment. Overall, The Surfing Pig Hawaii offers a casual dining experience with generous portions and friendly service. If you love prime rib then it may be worth checking out AYCE (All You Can Eat) garlic herb prime rib happy hour every Sunday from 4 - 10 pm. It comes with garlic mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables. read more

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Maybe 45 minutes before closing, we entered to have a quick meal and were greeted politely without feeling rushed or not wanted but was only told that we might have to do our last call while ordering since it was so close to closing time which was perfectly fine. The server was great and did not make us feel rushed or uncomfortable. This was one of the best barbecue meals I have ever had in my life. The Kahlúa pork was perfectly cooked, and the truffle fries with garlic were perfectly seasoned. The ultimate burger was humongous and cooked perfectly as well. I usually do not like chili, but their chili was so delicious. The portion sizes were so big that food had to be taken to go. I will definitely come back again and it is a must when visiting. It is a very cute place with a bar downstairs and more seating upstairs being very cozy read more

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Delicious food! We enjoyed the family sampler. The chef named James came out to see how we were enjoying the meal and was very kind! Very cool restaurant atmosphere (with a hidden speakeasy if you can find it). Can't wait to return on our next visit to Oahu! read more

The secret is super cute. The ambiance is EVERYTHING!!!! I loved just being in the moment and the ease of it. As far as the outside restaurant, I recommend the house burger. It is one of the best I've had. Super flavorful. read more

Went on a Monday night. We got greeted right up and got seated upstairs. It was nice and quiet at first bc there wasn't much people but there was a large group that were seated and the sound surrounded upstairs where we couldn't hear ourselves. Wow they weren't kidding when they said they give big portions. We ordered truffle fries, loco loco, smoke chicken, and the brisket burger. We could barely even eat half of everything. The service was good. read more

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Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Food was excellent and they even have a happy hour menu with some of their house cocktails and dishes. Sat at the bar for drinks and a light meal. Would definitely recommend for a date night or just a chill place to grab a drink. read more

Tried to get reservations at the speakeasy and it was hard to but still came in and say the bar. The old fashion is amazing. Have great food too and hand brunch there a week earlier. Great spot in the kaimuki area. read more