I spent 15 days in Hawaii and my meal at Arden takes the cake; from the aesthetic to the service to the pairing of the wine with food, I have nothing but great things to rave about! After a very long and hellish day, I decided to treat myself to their Mother's Day prefix menu and everything was to die for...and I mean, everything! The lobster bisque was the warm hug I so desperately needed in that moment. The Caesar salad wasn't like anything I had ever tried before, and the fish paired with the mushroom rice and charred bok choy stole the show! Even the dessert was delectable. Lava cake paired with an espresso martini. Food aside, for me, what's most memorable about my intimate dinner for party of 1, was the service. Kirka, you were SO knowledgeable and patient with me. It's clear you love your job; it shows all over your face. You made my experience unforgettable and were so warm and hospitable! From the second I stepped foot into Arden, I was greeted with a hug, and the good vibes just kept on coming. I'll never forget my experience, it's by far my best memory of Waikiki and for that I am grateful. read more

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Arden has been on my radar for a couple years and I finally got to enjoy dinner this week. Signs outside grabbed my attention for their Happy Hour specials from 5:00-6:00. The restaurant is off the beaten path east of Waikiki with beautiful views of Diamond Head. The dining room and bar are upscale and lovely. Interesting local art fills the walls. We arrived without reservations and were promptly greeted and seated. Chris, our server, as super friendly and offered menu suggestions. He kept good tabs on us during our visit. I started with the Return of the Mac cocktail, at Chris' recommendation. The drink was a complex daiquiri with herbal flavors of lemongrass, jalapeño and basil oil. I liked that the drink was non sweet, but delicious. We started Happy Hour with the Hamachi Kama Tempura (yellow fin tuna). The massive piece of tuna is perfectly fried in a tempura batter and served with tender lettuce greens to make wraps. The fish was delicate and delicious and the batter is wonderfully crispy. This is at the top of my list of favorite dishes in Hawaii. The restaurant only makes a limited number each day, so you have to get there early to get one. We easily shared among three people. We also enjoyed a plate of the Blistered Shishito Peppers which was also delicious. The peppers come with a tofu dip that complements the slight heat of the peppers. We loved these peppers and would order again. My daughter and I shared a plate of the Steak Frites. The sirloin steak was perfectly cooked to a medium for us, tender and the peppercorn sauce was fabulous. The steak fries were good and the portion was generous. Finally, we tried the Tomato Salad (at Chris' recommendation) and we were blown away by the flavor. My son in law said, "why is this the best tomato that I've ever tasted?" And it was true. The tomato was bursting with flavor from the Li-Hung Mui vinaigrette. The creamy burrata was a great compliment to the tomatoes. We loved this salad and would order again. They have a kid's menu and my granddaughter ordered the Buttered Noodles, which were creamy and delicious. The food is wonderfully complex and the portions are generous. The prices are inline with the quality and deliciousness of the meal. I love Arden's and will be returning. Easily 5 stars. read more

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Have been wanting to come here for awhile, and finally found the time to do so - was not disappointed! Arden Waikiki is located towards the end of Waikiki, with free parking inside of the Lotus Honolulu Hotel lot. When you walk through the main lobby, go up the stairs or elevator to the 2nd floor where a restaurant host will greet you. We made reservations beforehand and were shortly seated. A mix of four-top tables and booth/bench seating. Very open space with windows that overlook Kalakaua Avenue. The service was fantastic. The gentleman who assisted us had great energy and timing. Sharon was also amazing in that she sang us her version of 'happy birthday'. You can tell that they both really love their jobs. As for the food, we went on a weekend (Friday-Sunday) so that we could partake in the 'Ohana menu. $80 per person fixed coursed menu to which the restaurant adjusts the portion sizes to your party size. Such a great opportunity to try different dishes. You can also order off the ala carte menu if you wanted to add-on items that are not included in the 'Ohana menu. We definitely enjoyed ourselves, in that we were one of the last to leave for the night. Will definitely be back to try their other menu items! read more

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You can get away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki without technically leaving Waikiki just past the aquarium at this beautiful dining room. The restaurant has an open kitchen concept and offers of view of the park across the street. Who needs art on the walls when you have scenery. The foie gras is awesome. Served with an onion jam and a jelly with a nice thick toast. The ribeye cooked a perfection, no extra seasoning or toppings required. And the mushroom rice was excellent - not mushy or salty. read more

Arden Waikiki - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Wanted to go here for my bday for the past 2 years, but had a hard time making a reservation. But persistence paid off and it was worth the wait! If you were around back in the day, you might reminisce about Bobby MaGee's, the very popular restaurant where servers dressed in costumes. Arden occupies half of the same space in the Lotus Hotel, but it is still feels fairly spacious. A major perk is the free self parking in front! 5 stars for both food and service! We were greeted by Shari who discreetly serenaded me with a beautiful and sexy rendition of Happy Birthday on the DL. Our server Jade was friendly, knowledgeable and very astute at helping us order appropriately. Love that they recommend eating family style here and that we were able to sit at the one big round table (without having to eat Chinese food). With our party of 7, we got to try a number of dishes which is always fun when the food is good! Everything was well prepared with lots fresh farm to table ingredients but my favorites are starred. Compliments to Chef Jasmine who took over from the previous chef/ owner! Starters: *Hamachi Sashimi with lilikoi ponzu and shaved jalapeno- works well! Sides: *mushroom rice with brown butter, bamboo, garlic- salty, savory mix of different mushrooms Shareables: **Romaine salad (greens from Mari's Garden) cilantro avacado, goat Gouda, Mac nuts- SIMPLY DELICIOUS! **Furikake fries- additional $15 for mentaiko dip with smoked trout roe. Do it! *Fois Gras Terrine with onion jam and umeshu gelee - silky smooth spread on little toastettes **Lamb Lollipops shaved fennel~ great flavor but slightly overcooked. Next time I might order it more rare. *Braised oxtail - local udon soaks up the flavors, served with a cute bottle of chili pepper water Steamed Kona Kampachi/ coconut curry and pea tendrils Shishito peppers Teas are loose leaf and served in a French Press which was nice. I also enjoyed my zero proof Pitaya the Fool which made me smile! One little hiccup was they forgot our venison tartare, so will have to try that next time. They also have a happy hour I'd like to check out. Thanks for a lovely bday dinner! Can't wait to go back! read more

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The world food tour duo stopped in at Arden, in the Lotus Hotel. Yours truly was somewhat reticent in making a reservation as my car was hit by someone in the parking lot the last time we dined here. I chose a parking space at the far end (again) and hoped for the best. This is my #1 issue with Arden and the Lotus ... parking! We started with a 2021 Melville Block M Pinot Noir ($145); it's a relatively light bodied Pinot, with red fruit and earthiness. We chose the Venison Tartare ($32) and the Foie Gras Terrine ($49) to start. The tartare was cubed, with dollops of bonito-flavored aioli, pickled shallots, and served with potato chips. The foie gras terrine was interesting ... the terrine was shaped like a block of butter, with a thin sheet of butter encapsulating the foie gras mousse. It was served with squares of thick-sliced toast, and two containers, one containing an onion jam, the other housing Umeshu gelee. The foie gras spread like butter ... think "meat butter". I liked the onion jam more than the plum wine jelly; the latter was very subtle in flavor. We chose Lamb Lollipops ($54), Braised Oxtail ($54), and Mushroom Rice ($32) for our main course. The lamb was very mild, served on whipped Chevre, with shaved fennel, nuts and seeds. The oxtail was delicious; it came with curly udon, peanuts, cilantro, and a plastic bottle of chili pepper vinegar. I do not like udon, but this version won me over ... chewy and flavorful. The rice was chock full of pieces of Shiitake, Maitake, Oyster Mushroom, crispy garlic, and brown butter. This, and the oxtail were my favorite dishes. We ended our meal with a Chocolate Island dessert with a large scoop of vanilla ice cream ($20) and an Americano ($6). The dessert was disappointing (to me); it wasn't special, based upon its price. We enjoyed our time at Arden ... The place was empty when we arrived and packed when we left. Service from Kirka (GM & Wine Director) and Christopher was fine but slackened as the evening wore on. We think they need more staff. My car was unscathed ... thank goodness. I'll give Arden a rating of 4+ and a conditional recommendation. I think some of the dishes need to be improved, visually. Choose wisely and you will enjoy your time at Arden. read more

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A wonderful meal to celebrate my parents 40th wedding anniversary! Our server was awesome in recommending the best dishes to share and helped with the quantity also. We did get a little bit of everything and every bite was delicious. I would return for another meal in a heart beat. That being said, let's begin. To start we had hamachi crudo, salad, tomato & burrata, and shishito peppers. They had all different flavors and were all around delicious. The shishito peppers had a very delicious dip on the side. For entrees we chose the blackened tuna, rib eye steak, coconut curry and mushroom rice. All were, again, delicious!! Whatever the sauce was on the side of ribeye, chef's kiss! We wouldn't stop talking about that after dinner. Oh cocktails are awesome, strong and tasted good. Not sweet, which we prefer. Applause to the restaurant and staff, we'd love to return during our next visit to the island. read more

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This place was recommended by a local so we had to try it. Everything we had was so delicious!! All the flavors paired so well with one another. Both entrees - oxtail & fish w/curry - were amazing! I couldn't decide which I liked better. They were so different and both so good. The hamachi and furikake fries were great too. The drinks were just OK. They missed the mark with me, but everything else was fabulous (including the amazing service!!) read more

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The concierge hostess was not friendly though we came early without a reservation for the happy hour. The server was good and who appeared to be the manager was attentive. We enjoyed a great wine. We enjoyed the Caesar Salad, the Mediterranean dip, eggplant which we usually don't order was fine and the steak frites was very good. We had the small chocolate round with vanilla ice cream for dessert which was delicious. We look forward to returning! read more

SMOKED AHI POKE 4 smoky, refreshing, flavorful; Seaweed, Avocado; Sweet Potato Chips, too hard STEAMED KONA KANPACHI 5 Coconut Curry, Pea Tendrils, flaky, juicy, flavorful BRAISED OXTAIL 4 Udon, Peanuts, Cilantro, Chili Pepper Vinegar; oxtail was juicy, tender, but too plain read more

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This restaurant was amazing! For the price, which is in the medium range, you get the best of both worlds with a fancy dining experience for low cost. The food itself was so ono. We had the cauliflower as an appetizer which was surprisingly very good. I normally don't like hummus but the cauliflower was on a bed of hummus which complimented it well. The other dish we had was the oxtail which was fantastic and a good amount of food to share between 2 people. Parking is free on the street or inside the hotel. read more

Arden Waikiki - Cauliflower - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Tried Arden Waikiki after a friend recommended it, and I'm glad I did. The restaurant is located on the 2nd Floor of the Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head hotel, near Kaimana beach. Unfortunately, the elevator wasn't working that day, so we walked up about 12 steps to the restaurant and the staff kindly assisted my dad who walks with a cane. Complimentary parking is available for restaurant guests in the hotel lot, which is rare in Waikiki. This area of the neighborhood is also less crowded and calmer, slightly separate from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki. My family ordered the roasted cauliflower in jalapeño ulu hummus, steamed Kona kampachi in a coconut curry sauce, braised oxtail on udon, lamb lollipops, and a side of roasted Brussels sprouts and mushroom rice. All the food was delicious and operations generous. Highlights were the cauliflower which has a surprising deep slow roasted nutty flavor, enhanced by the spicy hummus and addictingly crunchy chickpeas; and the braised oxtail which was hearty and rich and accompanied by delightfully chewy handmade udon. I would also definitely recommend drizzling some chili oil on this dish. It is served alongside the oxtail and really enhances the flavors. For a drink, I got the lychee martini with rambutan puree which was tart, sweet and made me a new martini fan. For dessert, the restaurant kindly gave us a complimentary scoop of very chocolatey ice cream with a candle in it, so we could sing happy birthday. read more

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I've been wanting to take my family to dine at Arden Waikiki for awhile so when I spotted their Graduates Eat Free promotion, I knew it was time to make that reservation. From May 14 through June 15, graduates dine free with parties of four or more which was perfect for our family to celebrate my daughter's graduation from high school. The menu by husband and wife duo, Chefs Makoto Ono and Amanda Cheng, are meant to be shared family style. We were off to a great start with the Smoked Ahi Poke served with sweet potato chips and Fries with Mentaiko Smoked Trout Roe. My daughter liked the fries so much, we requested another order. For the rest of the meal we shared the Mushroom Rice, Brussel Sprouts, Ahi, Kanpachi, and Ribeye which was more than what we could eat. All the dishes were beautifully presented and very tasty. My favorites were the poke, ahi, and mushroom rice. My son loved the juicy ribeye and we devoured all the desserts. It was a great dinner! The food was amazing, service was excellent, and the venue was relaxing. You can make a reservation on Open Table and self parking is available at the Lotus Hotel. read more

First timers! We were celebrating my other half's birthday and was excited to try their menu. Our host greeted us warmly and even sang happy birthday! We were promptly sat at a window seat with a great view of kapiolani park. They were offering two different tasting menus with 4-5 courses. We decided to go Ala carte because we wanted to try so much different things. Our server was knowledgeable and patient going over all the menus and her personal favorites. For cocktails I tried the Thai fighter which was the only tequila cocktail that had herb infused tequila and a savory but slightly sweet flavor of tomatoes. 9/10. I also tried the Mac-nut espresso martini which was slightly strong in a good way and had a nice velvet texture from the Mac nutwashed vodka. For food, our standouts were the venison tartare, hamachi sashimi, lamb lollipops, and foie gras terrine! But everything we had was amazing and had no complaints about the quality or creativity of flavors. We were genuinely impressed with food and definitely want to comeback to try different dishes! The ambiance was quiet but warm and had a great view outside of the restaurant and of the open kitchen as well. We only wish we had something to help celebrate his birthday, but other than that everything was amazing and the service was top notch! read more

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My 36 yr old son, his friend and myself dined at Arden for the first time on Friday. Though my son and his friend live on Oahu, neither of them had heard of the restaurant. They were very glad that I introduced it to them. We all loved the food, the service and the atmosphere! Arden was on the eater.com list of 38 Best Restaurants in Honolulu, According to a Local Expert, and I continued my research and confirmed that it was a great restaurant by reading the Yelp reviews. I often use Eater to help me choose a restaurant, and it's almost always a good decision. We ordered the Ohana menu, available Friday, Saturday and Sunday. It came with 4 dishes, plus dessert. I selected the wine pairing as well and some of the pours were very generous. We loved each of the dishes - and they are well described on the website. The portions were served family style and generous sizes for 3 people. The restaurant is spacious and quiet, perfect for intimate conversations with your table mates. It's toward Diamond Head and across from Kapiolani Park. I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Locally sourced and inspired food, drinks, and a great atmosphere on my favorite side of Waikiki- what's not to love? Located on Kalakaua in the Lotus hotel, Arden is one of Waikiki's best hidden gems near Diamond head. I love the location because it's right across from Kapiolani park, on the quieter side of Waikiki. The hotel does offer free parking which is so rare in Waikiki! From the moment you walk into the hotel, the atmosphere they have curated is so refined yet relaxed. I'm obsessed when hotels have a signature scent, and I love the scent they use here! Arden is on the second floor, you just have to take the spiral staircase up from the lobby. I recently came in for Happy hour which is from 5-6 pm and they have 25% off their lounge menu, cocktails, wine and beer. I got a mezcal paloma (so good!) and ordered some apps to share: Ulu hummus with sweet potato chips- as both a garlic and ulu lover, I will always order this dish. Maybe not the best thing to share if you're planning on kissing anyone that night... BBQ french fries- the fries were thick, golden, and perfectly fried. Shishito peppers with yuzu tofu dip that was topped with a cute and colorful arare. I loved dipping the fries in their yuzu tofu dip! Can't wait to come back again! read more

**This review is for the Valentine's Day set menu** Choosing a Valentine's Day dinner spot has become harder with so many choices now. Arden Waikīkī was one of my last discoveries and was lucky enough to get a reservation in while on the waitlist. Arden Waikīkī is located in the Lotus Honolulu Hotel--formerly Diamond Head Grill in the W Hotel. There's FREE self parking in the lot, which is amazing in itself. The website and past Yelp reviews noted valet only, but that's not the case anymore. The restaurant is inside the hotel. Take the stairs or elevator to the 2nd level. Inside is quite wide open and spacious with a bar and lounge area near the front and dining area after. Depending on where your table is located, your view is Kapiolani Park, so if you want the Diamond Head view, you can request a table near the window. The Valentine's Day set menu was $98.00, which was an amazing (and the best) deal compared to the many other restaurants that were all $100+. This was essentially a $196 meal for two. The Valentine's Day special drink was a Banana Bread Old Fashioned. It sounded interesting! This came with a thin slice of a crisped banana bread, and oh this was delicious and went incredibly well with the old fashioned. The flavors were very well balanced between sweet and bitter with the right amount of bourbon. I wish the ice block was smaller though! I went through the drink too fast! We started with the Oysters on the Half Shell with Rosé Shave Ice and Mignonette. The oysters were Shigoku oysters from Washington State, and they were delicious! Sweet, clean, fresh, with a slight brine. The rosé shave ice added a nice hint of berry and citrus flavors while the mignonette added a touch of tartness and tanginess. Definitely a nice bite and a nice start. A total of 6 oysters came. Next was the Hamachi Sashimi with beetroot slices shaped like a rose with Shiso leaves. I wouldn't have guessed the combination of beets with hamachi would work, but it did! The hamachi was fresh and sliced well. It wasn't as rich and buttery, but more so light and delicate. The beets had a slight bittersweet flavor. It needed bit more shoyu for me to bring everything together. The portion was a little small for two people. It looked like it was for one, maybe? The Big Island Veal Bone Marrow was good. But it was odd to have 3 pieces of marrow with 4 pieces of bread. Is this right? The bread was toasted too much--too hard, and had too many holes, so it was very messy and a lot of oil went through. The miso paste on top was flavorful and along with the pickled onions helped cut through the rich marrow. For the main dish, the surf and turf, 16 ounce USDA Prime Ribeye and Kauai Prawns with fried brussel sprouts. The ribeye was very well cooked to a medium rare. It was an excellent char taste and aroma, and the meat was tender and juicy. It was a little under seasoned for me, but still acceptable. The prawns were perfectly cooked! Firm, fresh, sweet, and clean. The brussel sprouts were very good. Light and crispy. This was most seasoned item on the plate! Dessert was a lychee sorbet with fresh raspberries, rose and raspberry jelly, and these little sweet tubular crackers (that looks a lot like dried bean curd sticks). The sorbet was amazing! It was creamy and with good lychee flavor. A nice ending to the meal. Overall, a very nice Valentine's Day dinner. The food was fresh, beautifully presented, and prepared and handled very well. What I really appreciated and enjoyed is that each dish really let the ingredients shine and show how well they complement one another. There was hardly any wait time for each dish to come after one was finished. Our server, Josiah, was great. Very friendly, very attentive, and very informative. He made us feel welcomed and comfortable. Most of the staff we interacted with were very friendly. I liked the openness of the restaurant. I wish they had bigger windows to enjoy more of the view. Definitely a nice place to chill, relax, and have a meal. Will come again! read more

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My husband and I enjoyed a delicious dinner at Arden Waikiki - highly recommend if you're looking for a nice dinner away from the busiest parts of Waikiki. The menu is designed for sharing, and each dish is meant to serve 2 people. It's on the pricier side but to be expected in the area and the food quality makes it worth it. We ordered the following: - Hamachi sashimi: The fish is so fresh, thinly sliced, marinated in a lilikoi ponzu sauce and topped with jalapeño. The sauce elevates the flavor of the fish with its sweet tangy citrus, and the jalapeño adds just a hint of heat. - 16 oz Ribeye: Both the meat and the miso onions were grilled perfectly with a nice char; so good that we felt like we didn't even need the rosemary vinaigrette sauce on the side. - Mushroom Rice: Winner of the night and as other reviews have alluded, definitely a must to order if you like mushrooms. The umami flavor of all the different types of mushrooms made it a great dish to go with the ribeye. - Panna Cotta: Light and creamy dessert with a berry sorbet and sauce which added a nice acid flavor to the dish - nice way to end the meal. read more

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I visited Arden Waikiki and it felt noticeably different from many of the restaurants along Kalākaua Avenue. While Waikiki has plenty of casual dining spots, Arden offers a more refined and modern dining experience that focuses heavily on presentation and thoughtful preparation. The restaurant has a contemporary interior design that feels clean, elegant, and relaxed at the same time. The lighting and layout create a comfortable atmosphere that works well for a longer dinner experience rather than a quick meal. The menu emphasizes carefully prepared dishes that highlight high-quality ingredients and balanced flavors. Each plate feels thoughtfully composed, with attention given not only to taste but also to visual presentation. The dishes reflect a modern approach to dining where technique and creativity play an important role. What stood out to me most was the overall pacing of the meal. The kitchen clearly focuses on delivering courses in a way that allows diners to appreciate each dish rather than rushing through the experience. It creates a more intentional dining atmosphere compared to many of the fast-paced restaurants in Waikiki. Service during the visit was professional and attentive. Staff were knowledgeable about the menu and maintained a smooth flow throughout the meal. Overall, Arden Waikiki offers a more elevated dining experience in an area that is often dominated by casual restaurants. If you are looking for a modern restaurant in Waikiki that focuses on quality ingredients, presentation, and attentive service, this is definitely a place worth visiting. read more

Birthday staycation at Lotus Honolulu and finally had a chance to dine at Arden:) From the moment we arrived I was greeted by our host Sherri who made my night extra special. Her personality made us feel so welcomed! The setting is beautiful and spacious with the views of kapiolani park if you have a window table. The staff were attentive and friendly. The menu selection is limited but done very well ! I can honestly say this place is very unique in how they incorporate ingredients that you typically would not consider, but is delicious! Chef Ono + Chef Chang are as innovative and creative on bringing the farm to table ingredients for an interesting taste to our palates! There is a reason they have received multiple Hale 'Aina Awards Highly Recommended read more

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Came in for Valentine's Day dinner and was absolutely blown away by the food & service. This is my second visit to Arden, and I can confidently say that I've enjoyed every dish I've had, from their regular menu & their Valentines pre fix menu. Chef Jasmyne Wood did an amazing job with curating the Valentines menu. My favorite dish tonight was the oysters with cucumber granita, yuzu shiro shoyu, and red tobiko, very cute for Valentines! I've never had oysters dressed up like this before, they were so refreshing and I would come back for just this dish alone! Our server Jaedyn was so personable, and knowledgeable on the menu. She really went above & beyond with the descriptions of every dish, and descriptions of all the wines paired with our dinner. She answered all our questions with detail & confidence, you could really tell that she knew the menu by heart! Overall I would highly recommend Arden for your next dinner spot / date night. The service is amazing, drinks are always on point, and their dishes always blow me away. I can't wait to see what else Chef Jasmyne comes up with, and can't wait to come back for dinner! read more

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The main course, 'the lamb lollipops', and rice with mushrooms were excellent The service was marginal. After she took our order, our server disappeared We had to repeatedly flag down other servers for help, The desert was poor - it advertised as some sort of great chocolate dish - it was just a big bowl of vanilla ice cream with a little chocolate drizzle, and some nuts - not the $20 chocolate delight they advertised. Everyone kept asking 'will you come back? - probably not with the marginal service. Fred read more

Food was very good!!!!! Services as very nice!!!!! We went to my daughter's birthday dinner. We were very satisfied about food and service. read more

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Yummy food and great cocktails! I love that it's on the quiet side of Waikiki. We got here as a holiday party was in full swing, so it was a bit loud, but it all in good cheer. read more

Their location is in the Lotus Honolulu Hotel. We chose to eat here as we were staying at this hotel for the weekend. This restaurant did not disappoint. Their service was impeccable as soon as we walked up the stairs our hostess greeted us by name and walked us to our table. Our waitress was amazing and very attentive. My water kept getting refilled as for me this speaks volumes. The food was delicious and the portions were huge. Everything my husband and I ate were so good. We ordered a total of 3 bottles of wine lol. We didn't have to drive so we took advantage of this. The ambiance was classy yet comfortable and relaxing. It was spacious yet intimate. Would I come here again? Yes definitely! read more

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Great new find for us, worth the quick uber ride outside the city. It's a super cool space above a parking lot for the boutique hotel. Awesome service from front check in lady with great personality to servers and bartender who knows his drinks. All the food was above par true farm to table from the salads on the lounge menu to the tempura. We loved the every dish and the perfect level of service. read more

I really enjoyed our visit to Arden. The space is bright and open with a nice casual elegance. I ordered from the happy hour menu a pineapple martini, ulu hummus and chips, and the eggplant rice. Everything was good and I look forward to returning. The location is great in Kapiolani Park. Too bad they're closed Mon and Tue because those are the days Elks Club Waikiki (next door) closes early too, so that's when we could most use another option in that vicinity. read more

Went here to celebrate my sisters birthday & Dang all the food we ordered was amazing , we literally ordered almost one of everything and it was all so delicious and large portions . The oxtail udon was probably the top winner for us and the tomato salad. But don't sleep on the fluffy toast with onion jelly. The desserts also all winners especially the pana cotta. Service was great the staff were all tentative and knowledgeable about the food and drinks , Isiah & Johnathan were fabulous and so helpful with recommendations. The atmosphere was soothing and very modern looking very open space and didn't feel too tight or small in areas with all the tables . I would definitely recommend coming here if you're in the area. read more

Loved all the food here - so fresh, delicious! Drinks were strong and good and they have a great happy hour. Hotel parking available is free valet only I believe. read more

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Love this restaurant as long as I order the sauces on the side........but that's just me. Beautiful setting, Excellent service, Friendly and always a great experience! I recommend it.......at least for a special occasion! read more

Arden is such a gem with stunning Diamond Head views! Recently came in to try their new happy hour menu which runs from 5 - 6pm and I was so impressed. The restaurant itself is beautiful.. I love the modern interior with the natural elements, plants, and rattan lamps. My milk punch cocktail was delicious, and they also have a great wine selection. Our server, Siah, was incredibly attentive, professional, and helpful, which made the experience even better. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Lovely gem of a restaurant! We made a very last minute decision to go and it has been our best meal this trip. Drawn in by Thursday special of 1/2 price bottles of wine; we absolutely adored everything we ordered. Service was impeccable. Listen closely to sommelier and server- they will not steer you wrong. The crème fraiche with trout roe was a game-changer for the French fries. Cool restaurant vibe inside. Art on the walls was striking! To be transparent, no ocean views, but the food and staff had our full attention anyway. A bit outside the Waikīkī hubbub and definitely a step up from anywhere else we've tried in the area. read more

What a wonderful surprise!! Beautiful dining room in the Lotus Hotel - super kind and friendly staff. Food was excellent - Hamachi Sashimi - much larger pieces of fish than I am used to & I loved it! And that lilokoi sauce... yummy! Tomato salad was excellent - especially for tomatoes being out of season - loved the Li Hui Ming vinaigrette. Corn with chili garlic crunch was so buttery and perfect. The Kona Kampachi was a beautiful piece of fish and steamed perfectly with just another amazing sauce. We were stuffed so got the Haupia lilokoi with Mac crunch to go - only complaint was not enough it was so yummy... Incredible wine list - annoyed at myself I didn't take a photo - either an Italian bianco or a bourgogne blanc - yes I know the difference, but getting my wines each night of our culinary Oahu excursion very mixed up. But the sommelier knows her stuff and might be adding my fav - Greco di Tufo in the future! What a wonderful evening and meal - will be recommending this to all on island or visiting. read more

What a great sleeper meal! My partner and I spent a night in Waikiki at the Lotus Hotel, which Arden is located inside of. After a full day of walking and avoiding super touristy places, we decided to use the complimentary wine card that the hotel provided us with at Arden. We figured we'd also eat there too, but wasn't expecting too much. Our minds were literally blown! It seemed like the restaurant was going through some growing pains as service kept apologizing for being "off", though we didn't really notice and felt like everyone was very accommodating and attentive. We probably also missed the most chaotic period as we sat down for dinner after 8pm, and the restaurant closed at 9pm. The interior had a very warm, romantic feel to it, and the food was all excellent! We ended our meal with the Baked Hawai'i, which was the perfect ending to our meal! We will definitely suggest this restaurant to others! :) read more

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Located on the second floor of the Lotus boutique hotel near Kaimana's beach and Diamondhead is Arden Waikiki. New on the scene and worth the visit! Service was warm, attentive, and friendly. Ambiance boasts modern simple elegance. Views overlook Kapiolani Park and offer a nice breeze while still technically dining inside. Complimentary valet at the Lotus or metered parking along the park. We went for an early dinner pre-show at the nearby theatre. Cocktails are delicious and my favorite was the SMOKE & MIRRORS. Menu is share plates. We had the hamachi sashimi (loved), venison tartare with buttery pillowy toast (so good), roasted cabbage (simple, unique with fish roe, & overall tasty), and the special of the night, an oxtail udon (very good). Can't wait to go back and sample more of the menu. Arden has a daily happy hour 3-5 which I would like to try still too! read more

Arden Waikiki - Roasted cabbage - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Came here for a date night. It is located on the second floor of the Lotus Hotel. They provide complimentary parking at the hotel if you're dining at the restaurant. We came on a Sunday night and the ambiance as soon as you enter is really great. Everything was really nice and stylish, 5/5 in my opinion. Their food was definitely unique and interesting. For starters we ordered the tomato and buratta salad and french fries. The tomato salad was very pricey, but it was worth trying something different, as the tomatoes were flavored with li-hing powder. While it was unique, the taste of aspartame from the li-hing made me dislike the flavor over time, as it overpowered the other flavors in the dish. The French fries were very tasty, and it was topped with furikake. They offer a spicy roe dip to go with the fries which I would've liked to try, but it cost an extra $13 dollars! For our entrees we shared the tenderloin special and mushroom rice. The mushroom rice tasted great and paired well with the tenderloin, which was very soft and tender. The steak was paired with a Wasabi sauce, and ume butter. Very interesting combinations of flavors. Overall the food wasn't mind blowing and I probably wouldn't re order any of the dishes we got. But it was fun trying the different dishes as they were all unique, and new twists on old dishes. They use really good sources for their food, which is unfortunately, reflected in the rather high price point. If anyone made it this far into the review. I definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a romantic date night or a special occasion. As they offer very unique takes on their dishes. read more

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Was a nice dinner. Food was great and the drinks were nice. We tried most of the items and I would say there was nothing we didn't like. If I'm being incredibly picky I would debate how these slice the steak but it was cooked perfectly and the sauce a great accompaniment. The sashimi and tartare great although the foie gras was by far the star of the night. Ox tail surprised me and better than expected with udon. I'm going to say a Mai tai should not be in a Collin's glass imho but nice to see mocktails on the menu for the rest of the family. read more

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This is my favorite fine dining place. We ordered the dinner for 2 during their happy hour at $70 each. I mopped everything up. The flavors were pure, ingredients fresh and delicious. Everything had a great balance and perfect portions-generous and at the same time I didn't feel totally stuffed since it was mostly veggies and protein. We had the kampachi with tobico cream sauce which was sous vide to main moisture. It was light, creamy and delicious. The lamb lollipops were cooked to perfection-not gamey but salted and woth the right amount of fat. The romaine lettuce was so good-the dressing at the bottom was so yummy, I made sure to mop all of that up. The pana cottage and elderflower gelee was the perfect amount of sweetness, lightness and boingyness! Kinda pricey but I enjoyed every bit of it and would definitely come back again for a special occasion. read more

Arden delivers an unforgettable dining experience with its exceptional farm-to-table menu. Each dish is a masterful blend of unexpected flavors that come together in the most delicious and surprising ways. The ingredients are incredibly fresh and there's even a corner of the menu that lists where in Hawaii the products are grown, caught or raised! Seated near the window we overlooked Kapiolani Park and caught views of Diamond Head changing colors as the sunset. A gorgeous dining space with a casual upscale aura. We ordered several entrées to share, and each one was a revelation--thoughtfully crafted, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. The cocktails were equally impressive, expertly paired to elevate the meal even further. Some of my absolute favorites included the venison tartare, the romaine salad, the lamb lollies, and the braised oxtail udon. And just when we thought we couldn't be more impressed, dessert arrived: the coconut mango sesame creation and the miso gelato were the perfect sweet, umami-infused finale. I could not recommend this more, I already have a reservation to return next week. P.S. For my friend, the loaded ulu was his favorite. I personally don't love cheddar and think it'd be amazing with goat cheese instead, like the carrot app and romaine salad. read more

After a social media food influencer highly recommended Arden Waikiki and a friend also recommended it, we decided to give it a try. Arden is located after Kaimana Beach & Hau Tree Lanai, in the old Bobby McGees location, where many other restaurants have come and gone. The interior has a spacious, modern and elegant design, with a combination of fresh air & air conditioning. While the food is good-ok, I was disappointed at the very small menu and limited choices. For appetizers "Light" there is only a poke, a sashimi, a venison Tatare and a prawn appetizer, aside from veggies. For entrees "Bold", there is only a lamb, a ribeye, an ahi and a butcher's cut, of which two are market price. I hope that the chef will expand the menu and offer more tasty choices, especially if they want repeat customers. If you dine out often, like veggies and can afford $100/person, you may want to give Arden a try. Other Yelpers have given them a high 4.6 average rating. If you enjoy a variety of seafoods, fish and meats, and you like tasty dishes, you may want to look elsewhere (Roy's, MW). I highly recommend that you look carefully at the menu and pictures of the dishes on Yelp, then make your decision. Overall: **** Recommended **** Food: **** Value: *** Menu: ** (only 4 entrees) Ambiance: ***** Service: **** Parking: *** valet, metered street RATINGS & RECOMMENDED ORDER: Lamb Lollipops = B ($12/piece) French Fries w Mentaiko Dip = B Hamachi Sashimi = C Mushroom rice = C Website: https://www.ardenwaikiki.com/ Yelp: https://yelp.to/wta8AaU9Rd YELP: Sorry! They allow only one 12 second video & the remaining to 3 seconds, with maximum of 10 pictures/videos. The full video can be found elsewhere. RATINGS KEY: A = Really Good - one of the best B = Good - would order again C = ok - similar, nothing special D = Not very good - wouldn't order F = Terrible - avoid read more

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