Fresh oysters is must order, refreshing and the eggplants pretty good too. Don't order baked potatoes if you are not big eater, we thought it is a small dish since it is in the side order, but it is huge plate and honestly not that good. Other than that drinks and food is great. Service is good just kind of busy as always. They are well known for the ambiance by the ocean. Definitely recommend make reservation plus arrive on time. We are late for reservations and waited for about 20 mins for a small tiny table . read more

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I recommend coming to this place for lunch on a sunny day! It's beautiful to sit by the beach! The service is prompt and the food comes fast, recommend making a reservation read more

Hau Tree - Eggs Benedict, Fish Sandwich, Greek Salad with Chicken - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The Kaimana is charming, their shops are charming, Hau Tree is charming. Open to the outdoors, cool, breezy. Picture perfect setting. A good upscale brunch option on your way to Diamondhead. Note to Hau tree- skip the tasteless melons in the fruit bowl, add more pineapple and papaya (peeled plz) and maybe a bit of coconut. read more

Hau Tree - when you want a healthy eggs benedict... - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Haven't been to this long established eatery in years so it was lovely to return. One of my dear friends is returning to Canada shortly and wanted to try this place out. We had been hearing bad things about this place from others who claimed their prices had gone up substantially and that the quality of food had gone down. Well, our visit yesterday proves them all wrong. We had the most amazing server (I am embarrassed to say I forget his name but will never forget his face, or his attentiveness) and we all were able to decide on what to eat in quick order. When we received our food, the two ladies who ordered bacon in their order had to return it because it wasn't crisp (and they had specifically requested it be crisp). A lovely lady came out later with two plates of crispy bacon with an apology, and enough to give the rest of us a piece. I ordered the Fish Sandwich, which was the crispiest, flavorful fish sandwich I have ever eaten. As a testament to the amazingly prepared food, not a single person had anything to take home, and that's rare for this group. In closing, you can't beat the location of the Hau Tree. Being right on Kaimana Beach, it is the next best thing to being on the sand or the ocean. Love this place. read more

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Phenomenal dining experience tonight. My partner and I love to eat, so we tried several items. Standouts were the focaccia and octopus. We also had the lamb chops, local fish, and potatoes. Everything was phenomenal. Drinks were delicious and strong as well. BIG SHOUTOUT to our server, Ella, who went above and beyond. My partner and I literally said she's the best server we've ever had (and looks like Barbie). She was efficient, professional, super sweet, and knew everything on the menu. We never had to ask for ANYTHING. She just knew. She even gave us a list of her favorite restaurants for our trip. Honestly, she was the cherry on top of the evening. The ocean view with those beautiful trees and lanterns just cannot be beat. 10/10 experience! read more

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My husband and I had the most amazing experience at Hau Tree. Let me start with the view on the lanai, exquisite! Then we were greeted by our server Ella. Wow...she was so beyond friendly and provided excellent service. She really did make the night wonderful. The food was delicious. We had king salmon poke, fennel sausage orecchiette, Kauai prawn campanelle and fried eggplant. Everything was delicious. Highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Waikiki. And ask for Ella!! read more

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The views and decor here are impeccable! It's a beautiful restaurant. The pricing is high but that's expected for a beachfront hotel restaurant. I'm opting for 3 stars since the service here is lackluster. I went to the ladies room after eating here and happened to run into the table next to me and we spent 10 minutes bonding over how bad our server was. I'd normally ignore it since it could have been 1 server having a bad day however another lady chimed in to let us know she also had a bad experience the night prior. Great tourist trap for anyone in Waikīkī! read more

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Love this spot for a sunset dinner. Whether you are sitting on the beach floor, the bar, or the restaurant the sunset is beautiful. My girlfriend and I went here for dinner and drinks and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Our server Justin was fun and had great recommendations. Our food was delicious and very filling. If you're looking for an amazing dinner and great drinks, this is the place for you. read more

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The three stars are for the view and the service. The menu has changed significantly and not for the better. And the price all in, including parking was over a $100 for two at breakfast! No value here! The food is just ok. This place used to kill it. The food was awesome and it didn't break the bank. We will be returning to Dukes for breakfast buffet at $24 a person. So much more value there! The parking, with validation, is $10. I don't want to know what it costs without validation for 45 minutes. See ya Hau Tree! read more

Hau Tree - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We went to Hau Tree mainly for the beach side ambiance but instead were met with really delicious and light pastas and octopus appetizers! The service was extremely informative and they even offered us celebratory slices of cake as we were celebrating a graduation! read more

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Throughout this entire meal, my taste buds did a happy dance on my tongue. Not kidding, it was like a flavor rave in my mouth. This place is officially my favorite restaurant on the island. I'm so glad my partner and I chose Hau Tree for our anniversary dinner this year! Best decision ever. Absolutely every item we tried (chip and rainbow caviar, spreads and crudite, lumache pomodoro, roasted brussels sprouts, crab tagliatelle, toasted coconut cake, and their citrusly nuts about you dessert) were 11/10 all around. Such a gorgeous ambiance as well, and they seated us with the most stunning ocean view. The service was top notch all evening and they even brought out a cute little plate with their coconut cake and wrote out "happy anniversary" on it. So thoughtful! I'll keep this short and just say that Hau Tree has found a couple of regulars, that's for sure. We'll absolutely be back! read more

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Hau Tree had the loveliest, most picturesque ambiance for a romantic date night dinner. We missed the sunset views, but the lanterns at night were still beautiful. We were lucky to be sat at an ocean-side table! Reservations are a must if you want to guarantee a table during sunset Knowing that this restaurant has been hyped up for the beach views, I did not have high expectations for the actual food. And sadly I was right. My boyfriend and I ordered: -Lomi hamachi: very fresh fish. The flavors complemented each other well. Price point was a little excessive for a starter dish and the portion size -crab tagliatelle: only okay. The lemon in the pasta sauce was overpowering -wagyu NY strip loin: steak was nothing memorable Overall, the food was decent, but I felt like I was mostly paying for a beautiful restaurant setting rather than delicious food. However, I still think this restaurant is still worth visiting if you know what to expect. Other things to note: The restaurant is located in the lobby area of Kaimana Beach Hotel. Valet parking is available for $10 dollars (with validation from the hotel). Paid meter street parking is also available around the area. read more

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I want to start it off by saying the food was a 5/10 and the staff did not care that their was a rat in their restaurant. The ambience is cool. There are lots of ants and insects that'll fall into your drink so keep that in mind for when you sit somewhere. We ordered a lot of food since we don't go to these places often and towards the end my friend saw a rat run across the restaurant into their outdoor kitchen. I didn't believe her at first then the there was another rat that ran into the same area which our party and another table saw. I told the staff that a rat went into the restaurant and he said "the spoils of an outdoor restaurant". Honestly the prices of the food were expected but that response from the staff was unacceptable. After that the crew seemed like they wanted my party out as soon as possible so I didn't spread any word to the other people in the restaurant and three people came to me with the check. No apologies just rushing me out which I didn't mind because knowing for $50 a plate of salty plain dishes and vermin's in their kitchen I do not recommend going here. There are many other places on the island in that area with more hospitality and better cleaner food. Just to recap food was a 5/10 actually I'll make it a 2/10 since rats were around it. The ambience is for sure a 9 since you're on the beach. And I would not go here again. read more

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Fantastic view and food. Service was quick and food was delicious. We sat at the "bar" but still had great views. read more

Hau Tree - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This place was recommended by a local and we came here to enjoy the food and ambience and the restaurant is located at the Kaimana Beach Hotel. We made reservations through Tock the same day and got a 12:45 pm reservation. The lanai is cozy right on the beach, shaded by trees. The view is gorgeous with the beach right next to us and we had a perfect spot to enjoy. We ordered the passion fruit iced tea, ahi tuna salad, fruit platter, crab eggs benedict and two eggs over hard with Portuguese sausage. The passion fruit iced tea taste is subtle, ahi tuna salad just right, crab eggs benedict a bit rich, fruit platter just perfect and my two eggs cooked to perfection even with purple potatoes as part of the plate. The service was attentive and we enjoyed the ambience, view and food, a very relaxing brunch! read more

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What a disappointment! I have been to the Hau Tree many times. I'm not sure why this is the case. I had made reservations three months prior. This is a normal course of what I usually do. We arrived at 9 AM which was 30 minutes prior to our reservation. We checked in with the concierge, and was told that our table would be ready in 15 minutes. We sat in the lounge area after verifying our phone number so he could call us or text us to come back to the check-in area. But also was told that he would come and get us to be seated. at 9:25 AM I decided to check again since he stated that it would be ready within 15 minutes. Do you know the table was ready 10 minutes ago. We sat down at our table, which is located along the railing by the beach and look through the menus. After five minutes, we were served water and was told that the server will be following him shortly. Another 10 minutes went by still no server and I looked at my wife, And asked her why is it that we have not seen the server since we've been seated and this place is half empty. It was not a lot of individual seated in the downstairs dining area. So after short discussion, we got up and departed and left. I will never return to this place again after all the years that I've come here. So for those of you that frequently, my advice is to stay away, and go to the Creme Pot. The Creme Pot is a five star breakfast locale that is located on Niu Street and is worth the visit. read more

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Waited over an hour to get seated. I had to walk up to the hostess to see where we were on the waiting list and she said she could seat us. They put us at a table in the bar/lobby. It was a high top table with cushions no back. There were 2 chairs with the back to the lobby/bar. We asked to be reseated at a table with chairs. They wouldn't reseat us. There were 5 empty seats on the rail facing the beach but they wouldn't seat us there. We got up and left. I couldn't see myself paying 22 for a salad and being uncomfortable on a couch. read more

We wanted to have a nice quiet breakfast away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki and remembered Hau Tree located in the New Otani Kaimana Inn. The Lanai is right on the beach at the end of Waikiki and you can watch the paddlers while waiting for your food. We had the standard breakfast of Portuguese sausage, crispy potato's, eggs and greens. Everything was tasty and complimented each other well. Our waiter could've been more attentive which is the reason for four stars. It's the location that steals the show. read more

Hau Tree - Two sunny side eggs, Portuguese sausage, crispy potatoes and greens. The greens had a refreshingly light fruity dressing. - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

What a beautiful restaurant in a hotel with a nod to vintage decor vibes. If they have the roasted potatoes on the menu, get them, they are stellar! Everything we tried was delightful, a truffle pasta, salmon with Rainbow carrots, everything. Gorgeous yuzu dessert and a pistachio jaconde. Lanikai's Party Wave Pilsner was crisp and light. Service was impeccable too! read more

Hau Tree - Yuzu dessert - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Highly recommend for the views and the vibe. Unfortunately I didn't love the food or the drinks. I also couldn't tell because of the lighting if the chicken I ordered was still pink... service was good but it was hard to get our waiter to finally check on us so we could pay and leave read more

I unfortunately had a really bad experience at this restaurant. First off, The food was not good, there were only a few options. Lamb chops that came in a very overwhelming sauce, salmon that had no taste and pasta that was hard as a rock. We also got their $70 wagyu steak which was alright. I've been to many high end restaurants and this was not even close to comparison. You're literally only paying for the tree with lights and a table by the beach. What I am the most upset about is the service. Our server was nice but BEWARE when you're reserving this place. They charge you if you change plans last minute and can't make your reservation. Also, I was upset when they told us we couldn't switch our party of 6 to a party of 8. I asked multiple times over the phone and in person and they said they could not add two more people to our reservation. When we got to our table we saw a same sized table right next to us literally with 8 people. Our server even said it fits up to 8 people so why did the host multiple times tell us they could not accommodate us adding 2 more people. Which is strange because you would think they'd want more money. The people on the table infront of us were white, and it definitely felt racial. I'm not one to complain, but they really dropped ball and I hope this review changes the way they treat customers who are paying to keep them open. read more

Hau Tree - Table next to us with 8 chairs, a total of 8 people came to sit. - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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An amazing birthday dinner with wonderful inventive dishes in a beautiful and serene environment with service that truly reflecte at the aloha spirit. We ordered quite a few dishes between the four of us and they were all delicious but here are some of the highlights: Burrata Toast was my favorite thing on the menu. A perfect combination of burrata, prosciutto, black garlic, and truffle honey. We finished the first order and ordered another. Spreads and Crudite, delicious and loved the presentation. Crispy Spanish Octopus, great texture and flavor, perfectly cooked and the preparation unique and tasty! We enjoyed some great conversation and the service was unobtrusive, friendly and attentive. read more

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What makes this place is the location and the view for sure. I fully recommend making a reservation for about 30-45 minutes before sunset for full effect. I also dig that there are multiple layers to this restaurant so you feel all extra cozy in your dining experience. The place is so good though that I wish their menu was just a bit bigger with more variety. You have to be in a certain kind of mood to pick from their current menu (which I believe does have seasonal items) especially if you've been having great food all over the island. Great portions for most things and flavors are popping though. So be warned to check online for their current menu so you aren't disappointed if they don't have what you were eyeballing from yelp reviews. Libations are absolutely delicious if you're into refreshing and creative definitely give them a go. Also one of the most consistent bars in making drinks too. You know how sometimes you get a different bartender and it changes just a smidge. Not the case at Hau. They are very consistent. My only gripe is they are ridiculous to find because there is no street signage from the outside so you have to walk up and in to this tucked in hotel and then its like you enter a whole different world upon crossing the threshold and boom they're right there, but at night in the dark there's a bunch of sketch people hanging around out front so of course we weren't trying to turn down some dark looking alley/drive.. there has to be a compromise of something that can be done to have that be a bit better. read more

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The food is dreadful. As a chef I am rather lenient but this was awful. The Salmon was horrible. The Fish of the Day was ok, but the atmosphere was very substandard. We were forced to eat at the Bar. Not good anyway. It took forever to be served. The prices on the menu were all ala cart and expensive as hell. I have never seen a 6 ounce salmon going for over 30 dollars. Nothing with it. No side order, not rice, to vegetables, nothing. Every other item on the menu was above 24 dollars. and for portions that would start a chihuahua. Staff were kind enough, but that was not enough to erase the bad taste in our mouths. I suggest going to the Outrigger Canoe Club, Michels or the Elks club instead. At least the food is eatable. and the people are friendly and understanding. read more

Had dinner here for a small piece of salmon, bowl of pasta, order of their special potatoes for $247 - no alcohol- no dessert, you've gotta be kidding me! Maybe breakfast and lunch is better but I would never go back for dinner. The ambience is very beautiful sitting on the edge of the ocean on kaimana beach but wouldn't go for the food! read more

Did a little staycay at Kaimana Beach Hotel, so decided to have dinner and catch the Hilton fireworks. Hau Tree blocking part of our view, but it ain't called Hau Tree Lanai for nut'n! The staff was incredible. Super attentive and helpful. Hubs always has to try the mai tais when we go to these touristy places. He said tasted good but so much ice that it wasn't much of a drink. I had wine cuz I'm boring like that. I did get a pretty pink drink the next day that was delish. Little tart, and not at all sweet...I could drink those for days...but I digress. Starving by then so ordered the Tako. OH.MY.GOD. Perfectly cooked. Crisp tentacles, and soft-but-not-too-soft meat. I didn't care for the sauce, but I'm a purist when it comes to tako. Burrata toast was good...but my focus was on the tako. Hubs ordered the pork chop. That was really good. Tender and tasty. But he liked my dish better. I got the special tako pasta (can you tell I like tako?). Squid ink pasta...which other than being cool to look at, I don't really care about. The sauce was tasty, but it seemed so broken down that the texture was like re-hydrated dried scallops. It definitely tasted good but the texture just threw me. I probably wouldn't get that again...but I'd def go back. read more

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Some friends and I went for an early dinner and I was looking forward to seeing the sunset. Which was gorgeous, but it was hot and they only have outdoor seating. The waiter told us to keep our menus after we ordered so we could block the harsh glare. What I'm saying is dress comfortably. The waitstaff were nice as Waikiki staff who deal with tourists are. We stayed a little longer than our 90 minute allotment, as no one was waiting. I appreciated they didn't hustle us out, but let us talk story after dessert. I had the grilled lamb and it was stellar! They sous vide it first and it was meltingly tender with great flavor. My friend enjoyed her pistou mafaldi. It was herby and ate light for pasta. The glazed king salmon was also tasty. Dress like you're going to the beach and enjoy some yummy food! read more

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If you're looking for a cute by the beach dining experience, Hau Tree is just that. From service to ambiance and to food... it was all very pleasant. We came here for brunch and will most likely be returning to try dinner. Parking validation is $10, however we didn't have cash at the time but they accepted Venmo which was clutch. We ordered: *Espresso Martini: 8/10 *Beer *Fresh baked pastry trio: 8/10 *Avocado Toast w/ soft boiled egg & bacon on the side: 8.5/10 *Steak and Eggs: 8.5/10 read more

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Excellent service, fair prices, amazing food, and incredible ocean views. We had the best table and the best service from our server, he was absolutely excellent lots of attention, and was just on it Rajah read more

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Our lunch started off fantastic with our pupus and drinks coming out very fast but then unfortunately the service fell off. Our two pupu plates and original share plates were never cleared, leaving bait for the birds, and unfortunately our fries came out undercooked and cold but the waitress did replace for us - once we were all done with our yummy sandwich. All of the food and drinks were excellent but unfortunately we were disappointed with how our service ended read more

Great food. Bad service. Bussers clean tables with condensation from previous table. Nats in drinks when served.

(1) At the semi-outdoor restaurant by the beach on the hotel's first floor, everything seemed lovely at first. However, even in March, flies were everywhere, constantly approaching the food--extremely frustrating. (2) Although advertised as a great spot for sunsets, the view in March was off-angle. You'd have to walk further north outside to actually see it. (3) The food was decent but overpriced and not particularly worth it. Also, valet is the only parking option at the entrance, costing $10-15. To save on that, consider parking on the street and walking in. read more

What better way to spend your birthday than having brunch by the beach? Everything about this experience was amazing. The view of the ocean, the view of the adorable sleeping monk seals, and the delicious food of course! Just entering into the hotel, I felt welcomed with the bright and cute decor. We walked just a few steps to the restaurant, where the host took my name for the reservation. After just a few moments (enough time to snap a few photos in their beautiful lobby), we were taken to our table. I loved that we were seated right by the beach, with a wonderful view of the ocean. We got the loco moco, crab cake benedict, and avocado toast. I loved the loco moco! The pickled red peppers was a really nice touch. For drinks, we got a mimosa, iced tea, and an ube pina colada. They weren't able to blend the pina colada so they gave me crushed ice instead. It was still so yummy, although I imagine the blended drink would taste even better. I can't remember the name of our waitress but she was from Hilo (like me!) and super kind. She even gave me dessert to celebrate my birthday! The tiramisu was so yummy. Even my mom loved it and she's not usually a big fan of it. I am looking forward to coming back and trying their ube cinnamon roll! read more

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Everything was excellent! Food, service, ambiance, and especially Elton and where we ate dinner. The awesome view, a mix of fresh & a/c air on that humid day...thank you sooo much!! read more

My absolute favorite place to take my out of town guests! Since the remodel I have been coming here almost once a month. Stunning view of Kaimana beach and not to mention the beautiful sunset views. During summer book a table between 5:45-6:44 for optimal golden hour photos and views. Sits directly in the beach and even got to see the Hawaiian monk seal and her new baby. Waikiki mai tai is a must. Food is delicious so you can't go wrong with anything. I do order the hummus with bread here every time. It is a little pricey but it is definitely worth it for the view and ambiance. Truly such a magical restaurant on the beach. I also love that it's on the outside of Waikiki so traffic isn't such a headache. Just pull up and valet for $10. read more

Hau Tree - Sunset view 6:00 table reservation - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great vibes at Hau Tree! We arrived for our reservation at 6:30pm for a sunset dinner experience at Hau Tree. We were able to do valet parking for $10 which made parking effortless and efficient. We were seated at a table towards the inside of the patio when there were tables closer to the beach (I wish they sat us there for the best view). Anyway, the appetizers were very good, and though tasty, the aesthetic presentation elevated the dishes a lot. For the main dinner, I ordered the spanish octopus as my main, and my boyfriend got the lamb chops with a side of roasted potatoes. Dare I say... the potatoes were the most delicious thing. INCREDIBLE. Overall, I'm very happy we dined at Hau Tree. The food was delicious but the most memorable part of the experience was the gorgeous table side views. Thank you Hau Tree!! read more

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The eggs benedict is A+. We have come back for it many times and it's always excellent. The cheeseburger is amazing. The strip loin steak for dinner is phenomenal as well as the Kauai shrimp campanelle! Andrew is an amazing server and Juan is very knowledgeable of the menu and did a great job too (as support staff). We look forward to coming back. Oh and one last thing--we asked about getting some automatic small table fans to keep the flies away and they did not have them, but they did bring out some handheld paper fans, that did the trick, but required our manual effort. We HIGHLY recommend getting the small battery operated table fans for each table!!! We saw several other tables swiping flies away and struggling. read more

Loved brunch at this beautiful location on the beach. Lovely sheltered tables on beautiful patio where you can look out onto the ocean. We had an early reservation since my flight was at 2:00pm. The menu is interesting with options for different tastes. I started with their Bloody Mary with chipotle lemon and spam. Pretty tasty! My brunch choice was the Loco Moco, this was one of the best versions I've ever had, great gravy, caramelized onions, rice. Very good service and friendly staff. Would definitely be back read more

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I visited Hau Tree during my recent stay at Hilton Hawaiian Village. I wanted to order a drink and some food before going back to my hotel room after a parasailing excursion. The bar was crowded and there weren't any seats available. I didn't see any waitresses who were seating customers, so I went to the take-out line as a last resort. I ordered a drink and some food (about $40) and realized the food was taking a little longer than usual. I went to sit at an empty seat in the dining area, just until my name was called. A rude, very crass and unprofessional waitress (I did not get her name, but she worked on February 19, 2026 between the hours of 3 and 4 pm) told me to get up. I told her I had already paid for my food, and I was simply waiting. She was very nasty and treated me as though I didn't belong there. I would never go back to spend my hard earned money at Hau Tree bar. 0/10 I would also discourage anyone traveling to the Hilton to spend money to eat/drink there. Very poor customer service. read more

Lived here 8 years and I have gone here alot BUT: Dinner sucks. Trust me it just does. Breakfast and brunch is amazing. They have one of the best burgers on the island. The Ube cinnamon bun is heaven. Again seriously dinner is a rip off and sucks. They do a pre set mini menu which means they pre make everything aka like going to a wedding. Might be good quality but its been sitting already cooked like the cold prime rib I got tonight (also told them, and got a room temp one after). read more