First off the greeter has a great authentic welcome and a beautiful smile on her face. I was…read moremeeting some friends that were already there, and after a quick explanation of how they look, she pointed me in the right direction. The restaurant is cozy. It felt a little cramped, and you could hear the neighboring parties conversations quite clearly. After a while though, getting into our own conversation, it didn't bother me. Our hostess, I wish o remembered her name, was fantastic! Petite young lady with blonde hair and she wore glasses. She checked in with us as soon as the last member of our party arrived, and gave us the appropriate amount of time to look through the menu. She even came by to let us know she was going on a break and pointed out who was going to temporarily take care of us. I ordered their version of a high-ball and it was delicious! My friend had an oat milk latte that he drank in no time! My other friend had another coffee drink that she also enjoyed. Their coffee drinks are really delicious. For pupus we ordered their fries topped with poke and their original açaí bowl. The poke was fresh, and the fires cooked perfectly! It was sooo good! Island Vintage is also known for their açaí bowls, and they did not disappoint. So refreshing, and not too sweet. Ours came in a huge cappuccino cup and we split it amongst 3 people. We all had a tiny cup. Overall, a great experience!!! Friendly staff, and delicious foods and drink. Love this place! Oh, and right next door they have their coffee bar! Just as fantastic!

Island Vintage Coffee is a Oahu staple! You have to try it at least once when you're in town. We…read moresat for breakfast at the wine bar location. All of our coffees and the lilikoi acai bowl were 10/10! For food we had a variety of things - wagyu burger, turkey pesto sandwich, salmon lox plate, and the eggs benedict. Eggs benedict was mine, and normally I love eggs benny, but this version came on a brioche bread instead of english muffin and it wasn't my favorite. Service was great though and it was much easier to be seated there than wait in line for the quick-service location right next door.

If you are ever in Wakiki, please visit this quaint and cozy spot! A short walking distance from…read morehotels in the Hilton Hawaiian Village... it is worth it! Food was excellent, service was impeccable and the vibe was chill. It did not disappoint... will stop by next time we visit for sure. Aloha..

I'm not going to lie we almost walked out but didn't want to be rude. We just randomly picked this…read morerestaurant because the one we picked was closed. This is like a fancy tapas restaurant that is very expensive for the food. The food was mid. The paella was trying to be fancy but it was sooooo salty. I got the seafood paella and the shrimp was all in one piece and I just wanted to eat the shrimp without decapitating it and peeling it. Just take the shrimp out please. The empanadas were good but not 7 dolla make ya holla a piece good. I love tapas but I mean I'm just not loving this restaurant. Maybe I don't like tapas after this restaurant lol. Sorry El Cielo! The lady at the bar was amazing she's from Baltimore and she just was super chill and made a special drink for my husband that was close to an old fashioned but a little different flavor he loved it.

I was in search of a nice rooftop bar in Waikiki and my friend and I found Hideout! It's on the…read moresecond floor of The Laylow hotel. We arrived at around 8:30 pm on a Thursday night and we only waited about 5 minutes for a table spot. They have live music playing, and the singer that night was so talented! I really enjoyed his covers. For drinks, I ordered the Ultra Violet and my friend ordered the Hana Hou! Ultra Violet had a pretty presentation, with a glowing coaster attached to the bottom of the glass. It was overall a very sweet drink, but the alcohol content wasn't that noticeable to be honest. My friend also said the Hana Hou! was very sweet and lacking in noticeable alcohol content as well. We also ordered the Ube Panna Cotta for dessert, and I loved it. The lime cream on top actually adds a very nice acidic contrast to the milky creaminess of the ube panna cotta. Lastly, I wanted to give a shoutout to our server, Jerrod. He was upbeat and friendly from the start, and regularly checked in on us as we were having our drinks and dessert. Overall, had a good time at Hideout and would love to come back again if I'm in Oahu!

This location is right at the hotel (lay low) I'm staying so it was so convenient. You can choose…read moreto be at the table, bar or the fire pit. At the time I went, they only had the fire pit seating so we just went for it. If you're just there for and app and some drinks then it's honestly a very cute spot to sit. It had sand and a shared fire pit with your own side tables. You can over see the lower city view as you chill at the fire with live music, so the vibe is very nice. I was here for dinner and ofc ended ordering a steak of all things so it was a little difficult to cut my steak on the little side tables (honestly my fault) but we still had a nice time. We got a beer and a virgin cocktail which were both yummy. The steak was cook perfectly to medium rare like I asked and it hit my steak craving ~ the staff was nice and checked in us often ~

We had a great last dinner of our vacation here! For Italian in Hawaii, this place is pretty dang…read moregood! The make their own pasta here which of course is a plus. For our "appetizer" we shared a margherita pizza and it was actually so delicious. The perfect thinness of the crust and the flavor was super good. For my dinner I had the bolognese which is always my go to. Appetito knows how to do a bolognese right! #cleanplateclub Our waitress was so sweet and helpful! We met the nicest family traveling from Japan and loved getting to chat with them as well!

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar was a hit with the whole family!…read more This delicious restaurant is just half a block from our hotel and after walking by so many times, we finally decided to give it a try. For our first time we decided to just walk-in and they had a 20-minute wait, which was not too bad compared to other dinner spots. However, I highly recommend making a reservation ahead of time through Open Table. For dinner we decided to go with the mushroom cheese risotto, truffle alfredo fettuccine and arugula salad. For my little one we went with their margherita pizza. Everything was outstanding! Probably the best risotto I've ever had! It was packed with flavor and so good and comforting. The truffle alfredo was perfection, and the taste of the truffle was on point. My little picky eater almost finished the whole pizza, which I guess was a good sign. We loved it so much we decided to come back the following week. For the second time I didn't notice I had made reservations during their happy hour. Please note they have a happy hour food menu with heavily discounted food items which I thought was amazing. During this time we also tried the curry meatball and the prosciutto pizza. As always, everything was absolutely delicious! I know people don't usually go to Hawaii to eat Italian food, but definitely give this spot a chance during your visit!

A little hard to find, which only adds to the secluded and intimate atmosphere. The food was…read moredelicious and fresh. By far the best part of dinner was the service. Not only were they quick and efficient, but incredibly friendly. I'll definitely be back!

Pretty solid food. Came here and had the Caprese salad, margherita pizza, some bruschetta. It was…read moredelicious! Service was good, the interior of the restaurant was nice, look forward to coming back.

I was spending my birthday week in Hawaii, and was wondering what I should have for dinner on my…read moreactual birthday. I wasn't even sure what I wanted to eat. Was just walking around and happened to walk inside of Duke's Lane. And there I see it... A sign that says Prime Rib. Well.. That sounds bomb! Looks like I have my restaurant and what I'm going to eat. So once dinner time hit, I head over to Basalt! The Prime Rib was delicious. Perfectly cooked and tender. It comes with mashed potatoes, vegetable medley, and creamy horseradish and au jus sauce. Ah everything was delicious! I finished it all! Washed it down with a Basalt Mai Tai! For dessert - I got the Mochi Brownie. Mmm.. Mmm.. So good! Also got hooked up with a scoop of vanilla gelato! (Make this a thing! Lol). I was stuffed and had to get some steps in before heading back to the hotel. Lol. Service - Really good and friendly. I sat at the bar and Mykah (sorry if I spelled your name wrong) was awesome and gave some good recommendations. Price $45 for the prime rib. Can't beat that! Will I be back? Oh heck yes! See you when I see you Basalt!

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!

Ahhh, what an amazing experience at The Bar by R. Field Wine Company inside Foodland Farms! We had…read morea party of five with our adult children and Hiʻiaka, and we all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The wines selected for us were superb, along with the high-quality food served to accompany them. I was genuinely surprised to discover such a wonderful gem right there inside the market. Gino and the entire staff were warm, knowledgeable, and very attentive to all of the patrons. They made us feel so welcome, and we truly appreciated the wonderful service and hospitality. Even though we live on Hawaiʻi Island, we will definitely be back the next time we are on Oʻahu. Highly recommended!

Located inside of Foodland Farms Ala Moana - a hollow square type of setup, with the bar in the…read moremiddle of it all. Note - every Wednesday, they offer half-off all bottles, all day. Quite a bit of parties around us were partaking in this. Though a friend of mine didn't want to drink a whole bottle by herself, she tried a glass of Rosé from France which she stated was very delicious. I on the other hand had asked for a non-alcoholic option. Unfortunately, they ran out of ginger beer, all the sparkler options, and didn't serve any soda. The bartender looked pretty irritated by that point, and didn't even provide me with a glass of water. We would've grabbed a bunch of food to compensate for taking up a seat, but by then, the bartender had already dropped the check, and we hadn't even sat there for more than 5 minutes. The most interesting part was that an older couple sat next to us, similar situation. The gentleman asked for a glass of wine, and his wife asked for a non-alcoholic beverage. Though a different bartender came back with a sparkler option for her. Needless to say, I felt pushed aside and I don't believe I'll be back to this location any time soon. The only reason I didn't give this review a 1-2 star is that I recognize that Abe is busting his butt there. He was floating back and forth between this bar and Eleven. Separate review with my direct encounter with Abe at Eleven forthcoming.

Came here to watch a Seahawks game and the staff here is so nice. Good vibes and you bring your own…read morefood. It's right in the food court so options are endless.

Inside the Ala Moana Center / Mall and a perfect place to watch a game. They have several games on…read moreat once with staff that will leave you alone to have a conversation without ignoring others. When someone leaves, bartenders are quick to clean up. It looks like the gave a full bar.

Had a bad day? Someone stole your parking spot at the last minute? Spilled your coffee? There's…read morealways a silver lining to any difficult situation- and in this case, Silver Lining Wine Bar is where you should go to find solace and happiness after a tough day. Silver Lining is located in Kakaako with it's own private parking lot. Yes, it does look a little sketchy before you open the door- but hey, it's giving Speakeasy so just lean into the experience and you won't be disappointed! Inside you are met with soft jazz music and a beautiful bar which only sits maybe 10-12 people. There's also a small private room in the wine cellar which you can reserve if you call ahead. Regardless, it's super intimate and a perfect place to unwind or have a special date night. They only serve natural wines and they have a huge selection! They will also give you recommendations if you don't know where to start. Don't be afraid to talk to the bartenders or the wonderful owner- they will definitely point you in the right direction. I've been here three times already and each time tops the last. I've tried: - Mushroom Carpaccio: SO fresh and SO delicious. I have never had anything like this before, and man it's a must try. - Arugula Salad: You just can't go wrong. The balsamic is so tangy and tasty- please don't skip this either. - Baked Meatballs & Sauce: DELICIOUS!!! So tasty and it goes so well with their red wines. - Charcuterie: I have never had charcuterie as fresh as this honestly. They slice the meat in front of you too which is so cool. Definitely a must try if you love charcuterie. My girlfriends and I have tried a lot of their wines (maybe too much LOL) but all of them are so good. Seriously, you can't go wrong. It's also really cool because they serve tasting portions of the wine, but if you like it a lot you can also buy a carafe (or buy the whole bottle like we did). Silver Lining is such a gem and I can't wait to be back again soon!!!

Food **** Limited choices, but good…read more Service ***** Very attentive, informative. Ambiance ***** Nice wine bar atmosphere. Price:Value **** The prices were high, but because of the uniqueness of the wines, it was worth the experience. Overall ***** For the unique natural wine bar experience. Definitely a new experience for me. Will not be everyone's cup of tea.

AQUA MAN I saw a…read morehunky construction worker here once. At first glance I thought, Wow, Lau Lau, dis buggah is one hammah! Him and his crew was thick!!! So much muscles!!! Upon longer inspection, it was Aquaman Lobo himself... theeeee Jason Mamoa! How's that?! I could not believe what I was Bae Watching! I'm going all fan girl in da inside while everyone in line was being super polite not harrassing him for autographs and photos... The girl in back of me thought I was probably creepy and checking her goodies out ... psh you wish. I told her that Jason Mamoa was behind her and he just left... She was like "who?" Then I said Aquaman!!! and she got all excited and wanted to see him. Too late.... He was gone! While sipping my coffee it dawned on me... no one recognized him was cuz they were all international tourists looking at their phones. Auwe!

I'm so sorry I don't leave reviews very frequently but I really need to let people know, this place…read moreis not all that special. If you're getting coffee beans, this place is awesome. I personally bought 6 bags of beans for myself and as gifts. *However*, the made to order coffee is not great. While in Waikīkī I Had heard this place was super good, but we arrived 20 minutes before opening to wait another 10 in line then another 35 for our very very simple drinks, an iced oat latte and an americano. They either skipped our order or someone took our drinks. So it took us an hour to get a latte that I could barely taste the coffee. It also was super sloppily put together and dripping everywhere. Really really really underwhelmed with the drinks here. Go to Hala Tree around the corner, the coffee is amazing and the wait time is 10 minutes.