I went here with my best friend, whom I hadn't seen in a minute, and we had such a great time! I…read morehad heard that this restaurant has gotten a lot better since the original chef left after they first opened in 2021--and I have to say, it was BOMB! Our server, Mandy, was the absolute sweetest! She made sure my dog got her steak prepared and even brought her a delicious pup cup for dessert. Cutlery definitely knows how to do dog-friendly dining right! For starters, we had the escargot, which was super good! I do wish the bread was a little softer, but honestly, it didn't take away from the dish. We also got the duck fat fries, and those were --crispy, flavorful, and done so well! For our main course, we had the braised beef pasta, and it was TO DIE FOR. They were definitely generous with the beef, so you're getting your money's worth. And of course, we had to finish with the crème brûlée. It was creamy, delicious, and the perfect way to end the night. Overall, I had such a great experience and will definitely be coming back--especially because my dog loved it just as much as I did!

Dinner was great. We had a party of 4. We started with…read morethe Washugyu Bone Marrow, served with 2 large pieces of garlic bread. YUM Pulehu Tako - very tender. YUM Dinner choices were, Short rib rigatoni - simply delish New York Sirloin - excellent choice Rack of lamb - prepared very well. Side choices- Truffle mashed potatoes- so good I wanted to swim in it. Duck fat fries- couldn't keep from munching on those tasty fries! Cooked to a crisp that's just right! Fire roasted corn - OMG. They are so so good! Dessert .. who doesn't have room for dessert!?Banana Bread pudding with Mac Nuts, served with vanilla ice cream . Put us in a coma! It's that good. Our waitress gave us very good service.. attentive to our dining experience. She was very friendly! I didn't get her name, but only know that she has been working there for a year. She helped us with some recommendations as well. So Kudos to our server! We didn't order drinks from the bar but saw a drink menu. I can't wait to go back and explore the bar menu. BTW, the menu is one of those that lights up! There is a small parking lot in the back and street parking on Waialae Ave. , so yeah.. not really a problem with parking for our party. Mahalo Cutlery for a wonderful dining experience.

Hy's Steakhouse is a great traditional steakhouse, and we came here to enjoy a nice steak during…read moreour stay. I like sitting at the bar, so that's where we decided to sit, and the service was excellent. The menu is pretty much what you'd expect from a classic steakhouse: soups, salads, steaks, and traditional sides like fries and grilled asparagus. I started the evening with a martini, and it was perfectly done. They also bring out their special cheesy bread, which is exactly what it sounds like--warm, cheesy bread--and it was quite good. For my main course, I had the Beef Wellington, and it was phenomenal. The steak was perfectly cooked, and the crispy, flaky outside was delicious. It came with a baked potato, and they brought all the fixings--sour cream, chives, and bacon--to the table and dress your potato for you. The potato was delicious, and the side of vegetables was just what was needed to round out the meal. We ended the evening with a flourless chocolate cake, which was also excellent. Overall, it was a great night and a really enjoyable meal. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a nice dinner or a place to celebrate something special!

No better spot for my 100th review! The most perfect spot to celebrate any event, or if you are…read morejust craving protein. We ordered what seemed like everything on the menu, from aged ribeye, to lamb chops, beef Wellington, prime rib, and all the sides! From lobster Mac and cheese to mash potatoes, spinach, corn, fries, and sautéed mushrooms. They have an awesome area where you can watch the pitmaster grill all the meats and it's fun to take pictures there too and witness all the greatness. We got the seafood tower and the French onion soup to start. Highlight was the lamb chop with the mint jelly. So delicious and my first time trying mint jelly. Beef Wellington was moist and the pastry was nice and flaky. The service was immaculate and you are well taken care of like family. You just end the dessert with the ice cream option where they make it right by your table side. It's such an experience! Best steakhouse on island. Check them out in Waikiki!

We were in Pearl city and did a little shopping at Walmart and we got very hungry so we decided to…read moredrive around and we found this restaurant. We both ordered the ribeye steak, mashed potato, asparagus and fried rice. Both ribeye steaks were cooked to the exact doneness. The size of the ribeye steak was pretty big. Luckily I was very hungry so I finished my steak. The asparagus was very delicious and the mashed potato was very delicious too. Our server, Elijah did an excellent job answering any questions and was very attentive to what we ordered. When the meals came in. He even asked to double check the doneness of the steak by cutting it right down the middle and it was cooked to perfection. I don't remember the last time I went to a steak restaurant other than my birthday, so it's very rare to go to a restaurant and order steak. So this was a large treat to me. The restaurant had a very nice atmosphere with the lighting dim and the music very soft. This restaurant was very busy luckily we just wanted a seating for two even though they asked if we had a reservation and we didn't so we got lucky.

We recently went to Little Joe's Steakhouse on Nimitz for a going-away dinner for a friend. Our…read morereservation was for 5:00 p.m., during the restaurant's advertised happy hour, which runs until 7:00 p.m. Before arriving, we had looked at the happy hour menu online and assumed those selections would be available during that time. We were seated in the dining room and ordered drinks, but no one mentioned that happy hour was restricted to a different seating area. It was only after we received the dinner menus, noticed the happy hour selections were missing, and specifically asked our waiter about them that we were told the happy hour menu could not be ordered in the dining area. By then, we had already ordered our drinks at full price. I think this is something the restaurant should make much clearer on its website and during the reservation and seating process. If a 5:00 p.m. reservation places guests in an area where the advertised happy hour does not apply, that should be disclosed before they are seated, or at minimum before they begin ordering. The difference affects not only price, but also the food selections available and the overall dining experience. Our group was actually a little stumped by the regular dinner menu because the options were much more limited than what we had been looking at online. I asked specifically about the Scallops Dynamite because I do not tolerate spicy food well. I told our waiter that I did not like spicy food, and he explained that the dynamite sauce could be served on the side and that the scallops themselves were basically seasoned with seeds. Unfortunately, even without the sauce, the scallops were extremely spicy. I could barely eat them. The heat was intense enough that I drank my entire glass of water and then much of my daughter's trying to cool my mouth. When the waiter came back and asked how everything was, I told him directly that I could not eat the scallops because they were far too spicy. He smiled and walked away. There was no offer to replace them, remake them without the spicy seasoning, suggest another entrée, or even acknowledge that the dish was not what I had been led to expect. That was probably the most disappointing part of the experience. At a restaurant at this price point, where many items are à la carte, I would expect the staff to be more attentive to whether a guest can actually enjoy the meal, especially after the guest specifically asked about the spice level before ordering. There was also a smaller moment that reflected the overall lack of attention to detail. Our guest of honor arrived wearing two leis, and the waiter immediately said, "Happy Birthday." He had to correct him and explain that he was actually leaving the islands. A more polished approach would have been something simple like, "Are we celebrating anything special tonight?" It could just as easily have been a birthday, promotion, retirement, anniversary, or farewell. I dine out and travel frequently, so I understand that not every meal or service interaction will be perfect. But several things missed the mark here, and together they changed what should have been a special farewell dinner. We will not be returning, but I do hope management takes the feedback constructively, particularly regarding clearer disclosure of the happy hour seating restrictions and how staff respond when a guest clearly cannot eat the dish they ordered. My advice for first time diners is ask where you will be seated if you're hoping for a full menu option during happy hour. The website is misleading.

Thankyou Doc for treating us to Aburiya Ibushi for Grandparents Day 2026. Excited...first time…read morehere and we arrived more than 30 minutes prior to our 5:30 pm reservation. Exterior just calls out to you. I'll write more once we are seated and taste their food. I already looked at their menu on Yelp, read some reviews and know what I want to try. All 3 employees welcomed us with smiles and a happy greeting. It smells SO good when you enter of good food. Catchy Japanese pop music adds to the festive vibe. Their menu is extensive. Everything sounds, looks and tastes amazing. Erin was the best and such a pretty hostess, table server and made the evening enjoyable. Yuzu was all smiles, cute and prepared some of the food. She also helped Doc make our dinner reservations. Chef was so busy preparing the dishes I didn't get to ask him his name but I flashed a thumbs up to him as we were leaving and he gave a big smile. There was so much delicious food we asked for take out containers for the oxtail ramen and tender grilled beef. We had to pass on dessert. Actually my melon float was like a pretty dessert. Hubs drank a lychee soda. Highly recommend this restaurant. Come for the food, atmosphere and friendliest staff. We even caught a glimpse of their very young boss who also greeted us when he arrived.

Always been wanting to try this place out, but could never find the time. Finally made it out here…read moreon a Friday around 5p (with no reservations) there were a handful of people in the establishment. We were welcomed in, though told that we had to depart by a certain time because there was another reservation coming in. Not a problem for us, appreciated the head's up. We were at a countertop seating, towards the restrooms. We could still see the cooks grilling in our peripheral view. We noticed that when it got busy, the place got super duper smokey really fast, to the point where they opened the front door to air some of that out. I wished they had a better ventilation system because we definitely left there smelling of smoke. As for the food, definitely shareable with different dishes from grilled meats to sides and starches. The server was also kind in helping us navigate through the menu when we had first arrived. There's a lot going on, in terms of specials of the day. Though I noticed, that when it got busy, we saw less and less of our server, and had to flag him down for more water several times. Save some room for dessert, for their sister company (Cha to Gelato Zen) is located right next door. Overall, if you're looking for a lively (loud) spot to drink and/or eat pupus, this place has an interesting vibe to it.

Quick service, tasty food, fantastic location, and good prices…read more I enjoyed the Italian sauce topping, and will definitely be back!

(3.5 STARS) good dinner option right along the beach. Gorgeous vibes during sunset hour, especially…read moreif you can get one of the little tables by the shack. // 6 oz steak plate The menu is relatively simple. We got the signature 6 oz steak plate which comes with rice and a mixed greens salad (choice of ranch or Italian dressing). We got medium rare and it came out very juicy and tender. Flavor was good but nothing I was blown away by. The dipping sauce added a bit more depth but the steak was also good by itself too. It's a simple dish without any overly complex flavors but steak was definitely cooked well. Service was fairly fast despite the line around dinner time. Great beach side location that allows for a lovely walk afterwards!

my partner and i found ourselves visiting basalt almost every day of our weeklong trip on oahu…read morebecause every item we ordered off their menu was spectacular! they balanced flavors beautifully with super fresh ingredients and focused on the texture as much as the taste. we honestly never would have expected some of our favorite meals on the island to come from a restaurant tucked away in the back of an unassuming food court on kuhio ave! PICTURED 01. citrus-cured salmon toast: country bread, lemon-cream cheese, scrambled eggs, capers, red onions, chives, waipoli mixed greens ($22) if i could eat this for breakfast every day, i could envision becoming a morning person. i loved how the citrus and capers brightened every savory bite. the bread was perfectly toasted and the vegetables were wonderfully crisp. 02. crab cake benedict: english muffin, kale, two poached waialua eggs, hollandaise, yuzu kosho honey mustard, sidewinder potatoes ($28) this was a refreshing take on a classic breakfast item. the crab cake and potatoes were salted just right! 03. charcoal buttermilk pancakes: guava strawberry sauce, ash whipped cream, berries ($20) these pancakes were a DREAM: fluffy and accompanied by sauce that was not too sweet!

Basalt got a new chef and it shows. The restaurant continues to be nice and clean and the service…read moreis very good. Our sever was very friendly and efficient. She gave us great recommendations. I'm glad we took her advice. The pork loin with butternut squash special was delicious. Every bite was tender and had a wonderful balance of flavors. The pear salad has amazing fresh pear slices with a wonderful complement of greens, cheese and salad dressing. I'll definitely go back during my next trip.

It was amazing, I got the cowboy ribeye special, husband got the famous fried chicken. Both were…read morestunningly great. People were nice and the other customers were very friendly. So glad we went looking for Ray's and found it. Will be back! Service was great, they sat us quickly. Ambience was a hometown, neighborly feel.

Come to Ray's to experience truly exceptional food, great prices, and true local hospitality, but…read morebe prepared for large portions and some great conversation. Also bring cash as that's the only form of payment accepted. For those who are familiar with House of Prime Rib in San Francisco. House of Prime Rib needs to take a lesson from Ray's! Ray's was tender, moist, and most importantly thoroughly seasoned. I ate it as is with no au jus or horseradish and was able to taste the seasoning from the edges all the way to the eye. Just go and enjoy! By the way his names not Ray.

It was a very nice birthday dinner. Appetizers and drinks were perfect and the steak was cooked…read moreperfectly and very tender. Was full so did not order desert but was brought out a complimentary slice of cake that after one bite could not say no to. Thank you for ending my vacation on a high note. Sorry I took pics but not at any good angles and would not do them justice.

We came to Stripsteak for happy hour and it was AMAZING! We sat at the bar and had great service…read moreand even better food. The happy hour is limited to the bar, but there are so many good options, including some seafood favorites like Kona lobster toast, oysters, spicy ahi tacos, and even a NY strip! I had the oysters and spicy ahi tuna tacos, and both were so good. My mom got the bone marrow prime beef burger and fries, which was put together table side. Such a fun presentation and the burger was delicious! I also had the Stripsteak martini, which came with black truffle and blue cheese-stuffed olives. Definitely a fun drink if you like a dirty martini! Overall, this was such a great spot to stop for happy hour. The food felt really high quality, the service was great, and there were so many things I wanted to try. If you're looking for an upscale happy hour with amazing food, definitely check out Stripsteak. 10/10 recommend!

Just had my 63rd birthday dinner here and the service was top notch and the FOOD was amazing! Thank…read moreyou!

Everything was delicious! Best crab cakes I've ever had. I believe it's a small family owned…read morerestaurant but the food was definitely worth the price

Nice waikiki ambience, beer, food and Aloha to take friends and visitors out! Excellent!read more

Hula pie tastes amazing! Shoutout to Kenny for making the experience 10/10. Definitely recommend!read more