I was just on vacation and went to the Monkeypod my first night in Hawaii; and I am so happy I did…read more I had the pleasure of having a server Toto, he was so friendly and professional. He was also very helpful in suggestions as to some of his favorite items were on the menu. Toto was such a great person and is definitely an asset to the establishment. Also, the food was delicious and the drinks were incredible. All of this, and you have a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean as your backdrop. If you have the pleasure of dining here, I would highly recommend requesting Toto as your server. The food, drinks and having him as your server would make for an enjoyable experience. Mahalo Monkeypod and Toto, until next time!!

Anthony was an exceptional waiter who truly went above and beyond. He made our two-year-old…read moredaughter's birthday celebration unforgettable, creating a special night for her. The entire staff demonstrated remarkable attention to detail and consistently ensured that our experience was positive and enjoyable.

We tried the golden fish tacos, fish and chips, and crème brûlée from this food truck during our…read moretrip to Oahu and everything was delicious. The fish was perfectly crispy with fresh slaw and really creamy sauces. The tortillas for the tacos tasted very fresh too, which made them even better. Both entrées came with lemon wedges that added a nice bright touch. The fish and chips were great and the fries were perfectly crisp. I still think about the crème brûlée. The texture and caramelized top were spot on. Portions were generous as well. We were staying at a nearby resort so it was an easy walk for us. The service was good, although we came when there was not much of a line. The truck is located in a lot with several other food trucks so it is easy to find. I cannot speak to parking since we walked. There are a couple of benches in front where you can sit and enjoy your food, and the truck sits under a huge tree which gives some nice shade from the heat. Overall, I would highly recommend stopping by if you are looking for great vegan food.

Thr parking is the only tough thing about eating at this food truck. You have to find a spot on the…read morestreet and it is located in an area with a lot of one-way streets so circling around is a likelihood. The good news is it is fast so if you wait a little bit, someone is likely to finish up and leave. The ambience is definitely casual since it is a truck. There is covered picnic-table style seating for this truck and the other trucks nearby. The food is SO good. I read rave reviews on here for the fish tacos so I orderes them and they did not disappoint. The vegan sour cream is so creamy, thr coleslaw is perfectly tangy and crunchy, and the vegan fish is delightful. My husband got the chicken tacos which were hot, in contrast to the fish tacos. They had avocado and a green sauce and we also liked these though the fish were our favorite. The hibiscus lemonade was lovely and refreshing also. The service here is very fast. We basically ordered and then looked around at the other truck menus and by that time our food was ready! I would definitely recommend this place especially for vegetarians and vegans and would love to come back!

After a couple of bad experiences with service, we finally went back and ordered a katsu plate and…read moretaco rice plate. I ordered in person and the food took about 12-15 minutes wait. The food looked great and tasted good. There was only one other customer eating while I was there. I think the owners daughter and friend was running the front of the shop while the mother was making the food. I'd definitely good back with them working and the food is vegan friendly and very healthy to eat. Mahalos!!

No Tempeh! My barbecue tempeh dish not available! Heart and…read moreSoul used to have marinated vegetables, now they are plain! Not as tasty! No more infused water! We were disappointed that things had changed since our last visit! Still friendly and kind service. That has not changed... Hope the changes are temporary! We want the wonderful Peace Cafe that we remember!

OMGOODNESS - this is our favorite place. We come to Hawaii at least once a year. This is always our…read morefirst night go to place. Food - Amazing Service - Amazing Location - Amazing Ambiance - Fun and Amazing Go here. It's casual. It's Hawaii. It's Amazing.

After landing in Oahu, we decided to have dinner here because of the high ratings. Since we sat…read moreoutside, the view was nice and air was cool and breezy. We ordered a salad, an American Wagyu burger, a poke, a shrimp dish, and a prix fix meal for $40 that came with an appetizer: a guacamole, an entree: a steak and shrimp meal, and a dessert we chose a tiramisu. Our meal was delicious, but it wasn't over the top. The steak was tender, the shrimp was crispy, the burger was ok, the poke was refreshing, and the tiramisu was delicious. This place is solid. Service was quick and the waitress was attentive. Overall, I thought the prix fix meal was a good deal since we were able to share the dessert with our kids. Even though I liked eating here, I thought Hula Grill was better.

4/10/26 single slice with a "twist"…read more I got to this location and it was fair that it be busy cause of the rain. I went around and looked at the 5offerings... it was easy for me to choose it had to be quick so I ordered at aloha by the slice. single slice with a "twist" I say twist cause initially I wanted Sausage and humbly the worker (Teddy M) expressed nicely that they didn't have sausage and I asked for ham... now remember I wanted the "single" slice with one"topping" and no sausage but ham was available. If many of you follow my reviews... I don't care for Hawaiian pizza.... The last Hawaiian pizza I had was at "Spitfire Grill" in the Dukes lane Market and that got 5stars BECAUSE- it had pork grinds on the Hawaiian pizza - which by the way is really delicious and I found it an epic addition to the pizza The reason for my 5stars this time is because Teddy decided that he give me a Slice of Hawaiian pizza that has the "Ham" & Pineapple on it.... Even when I asked for the single topping slice... he was perhaps going above and beyond ((there was an impending line in back of me)) so he choose to take the slice already made warm it in the wood fire stove then take it and cut in half.... He did this for the right person... me!!!! Happiness to hit one customer with a slice that had two toppings... I will add that I realized this may not go as well for other people... but if your one to understand the food service part of it then you get where my 5stars comes from... Thanks Aloha by the slice... I'll be going back again. (I'm still not a sucker for pineapple on my pizza)

Il Gelato Hawaii is an ice cream chain scattered throughout Waikiki Beach. It's located in the…read moreKuhio Ave. Food Hall, which has various food options you can eat. It is inside the International Marketplace with plenty of seating options. There was a blonde server I met who was super nice. She allowed me to try a couple of samples of the ice cream flavors to see what is the best for me to have. After trying a couple of ice cream flavors, I chose the small ice cream size in a cup, which includes 2 scoops of ice cream. The flavors I chose were Tahitian vanilla and strawberry guava. The strawberry guava was like a refreshing sorbet. It is more on the sour side. I think the small ice cream being close to $10 is a bit steep, but it provided many good flavors for us to choose. I want to choose different flavors next time. I enjoyed sitting on the chairs outside while feeling the breeze.

I love that the menu is so extensive and all of it is vegetarian with vegan options also…read more Everything was very delicious and there are Chinese, Vietnamese, Italian foods. Vegan shrimp is one of my favorite faux meats and they have a lot of dishes with it. Portions are decent and food comes quickly. Staff is friendly. There are around 3 spaces in the back with a very small lot (same entrance and exit). What I thought was cool was a fried shrimp appetizer that has the shrimp wrapped in vermicelli then friend on a stick. Dipping sauce was good too. The staff speak Vietnamese and English. Indoor seating is plentiful and we had a large party of 8.

Amazing food! Great service! We're also able to find parking for Saturday lunch time. The…read morerestaurant had plenty of tables. The place is dated but don't let it deter you from trying it otherwise you'll miss out! Items that we tried and loved - curry noodle soup - tasted like laksa with fried tofu and veggies. Full of flavor. Amazing! Pho - delicious simple broth, good noodles with lots of veggies. Beef chow fun with gravy - well-charred noodles with good smoky and peppery flavor, beef mock meat tasted fine (not weird), lots of veggies. Banana flower salad - yummy, minty, sweet, umami, next time I'd ask for a side of peanuts. Definitely would be back. Can't wait to try all the other items on the menu!

Absolutely amazing noodle spot! There was a long line when we arrived, but it moved incredibly…read morefast. As soon as we got inside, we knew this place was going to be something special. Being able to watch them make the noodles in the back, combined with the incredible smell throughout the restaurant, made the whole experience even better. I ordered the curry udon, while my wife got the creamy broth, and we also shared the tempura shrimp. Everything was absolutely delicious. Honestly, this was probably our best food stop on the island. I'll be thinking about this restaurant for a long time. Where we're from, there's nothing even close to a place like this. If you're visiting the island, this is definitely a spot you need to try!

Marugame Udon had been one of my favorite spots to eat until today. I had visited this spot past…read morethe busy hour, and the restaurant was not half full. The line was short and efficient. I was able to get in my order immediately. I had ordered kitsune udon with gyoza and tempura shrimp sides. The total is around $16 for anyone who is wondering what price to expect. The quality of the food has been consistent. It's a bit warm inside, but you'll find some good table areas that are cooler. I was disappointed by the service today, especially because there was less people between 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM when I went. The staff had automatically thrown in green onions and tempura flakes, which was not requested. They were just throwing in things without the usual ask they do. Especially, this hurt most when there was a rude lady staff passing out toppings. My family member had kindly requested for green onions a few times, and mind you again, we did not have a line when we entered in, but this lady snickered and ignored her request. I had to sternly request for green onions which eventually happened. The service should not be this way. This is an amazing restaurant, but the experience was utterly ruined from that service experience.

Food - so delicious. Some of the best ramen I've had. The REAL star though are their sticky ribs…read more You gotta get them. Perfectly seasoned and fall off the bone. My bf and I both got the $35 meal sets. I also ordered a frozen beer and I thought the whole thing would be a slushie but it's only the top. Anyway it was fun and delicious. Service - no complaints. Workers were nice and things went smoothly Ambiance - lots of outdoor seating. It was casual and we had no wait.

What can you expect from a touristy restaurant in Waikiki? Probably a nice atmosphere, a great…read moreview, and prices to match. The restaurant is a quaint little spot inside the 'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach, with a pleasant atmosphere and views of the beach. Service was friendly and attentive, so no complaints there. The food, however, was just okay. We tried the sushi rolls, which were nicely presented but unfortunately lacked flavor. The sushi rice seemed completely unseasoned, making the rolls rather bland. The soft-shell crab was another disappointment--the outer casing was still quite tough, and we found ourselves pulling pieces of the skin out of our mouths. Not exactly enjoyable. The Popcorn Shrimp had the opposite problem--it was heavily seasoned. Even the Momo Punch was underwhelming. Overall, it wasn't a terrible experience, but for the price, we expected more. Then again, this is Waikiki, where you're paying a little extra for the location and the tourist experience.

We were waiting for our hotel room to be ready and wanted to grab some food since we were starving…read moreafter the flight. I was so happy to found that the Musubi Cafe was located nearby. We ended grabbing the unagi musubi, shrimp egg musubi, and their poke. It is a super quick grab and go experience. Our total was 22.14, which I don't think is too bad. The flavors of the musubis are soooo good! Everything was made so deliciously and fresh. It could get a bit messy eating it though because of the sauce, so make sure to grab napkins! Overall, I was really happy to have stopped by here for some quick lunch!

This Musubi Cafe is one of my favorite spots to grab a quick bite. They're open around 6:30 AM in…read morethe morning, and surprisingly you'll find a long line inside this cafe. There are 2-4 seats in this space, but you won't find anyone sitting at this cafe. Usually, it is grab and go. I was impressed with their various options. They have salmon musubi, tuna mayo musubi, and many more. My personal favorite is the chicken musubi, and I would usually buy it before I go off on a big adventure on the island or after my swim at Waikiki Beach. The staff here are kind, patient, and friendly. I wish I knew they had a stamp card because they actually do. I buy from them a lot. Along with musubi and sushi, you'll find that they sell trinkets, bags, and other souvenirs. Be sure to come by. They are handmade and fantastic!

This was amazing. We have 3 birthdays all on one day. We came from California to celebrate…read more The food - amazing The service - amazing The ambiance - amazing It was just great.

Hadn't been to Basalt in many years. Had ocassion to revisit when a friend of mine, who read my…read moreprevious review, wanted to experience. So we came. And boy were we both blown away (so much so that I believe she returned the next day with others!). The menu had been completely revamped and seemed to take on a more local influence while still being very upscale. Since we both enjoy "sampling" we shared two appetizer and a main. Everything was bursting with flavor! This is what we had: Starter salad from the seasonal menu of watermelon, strawberries, blueberries and greens served on a bed of yuzu infused goat cheese and drizzled with a shiso chimmichuri sauce. Yes, bursting with flavor! I would return for just this dish! Next shared was a tempura battered cauliflower served with a robust curry and yogurt reduction. Deeeelicious. I wouldn't say we licked the plate... but I won't deny it. Hahah. Finally shared the seafood in curry soup (think a lighter version of laksa) served with white rice on the side. Holy moly. No words to describe. Portions were generous enough to share still next time, I won't. That memorable you won't want to share. No longer serving volcano black rolls, tho absolutely serving amazingly wonderful dishes. Volcano black pancakes still available at breakfast. We kept on oooing and ahhhing and asking about the chef. Our servers Gale and Lily, who provided the most awesome service told us "Chef Lance" (as he is affectionately called) moved over from the Mariposa (Restaurant in Neiman Marcus) over a year ago. Further research revealed Chef Lance Kosaka has brought experience from noteworthy restaurants: Top of Waikiki, Merriman's, 53 By the Sea, and most recently Mariposa. I am hoping he will bring in a notable creme brulee that I loved at both the Top as well as Mariposa! Not wanting the deliciousness of Chef Steve's cooking to end, I also ordered a warabi salad to go for the next day. It was...just as wonderful as the other dishes we enjoyed. Thank you to Servers Gale and Lily, Chef Steve, actually...the entire staff who elevated a casual evening of dining to be a most memorable experience! Thank you to sister friend Karen who insisted we dine here, for the most wonderful company and meal. Validated parking in the building accessed on Seaside. Validated for either 2 or 3 hours depending on the promotion. Kamaaina discount of 10 percent given. Will we be back? Absolutely. And I won't wait so long this time to return!