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My first experience with Huli was during the pandemic- delivered food when I was craving chicken and rice. I've gone back in person a few times, and I repeatedly find myself consuming their chicken and rice. It's simple and delicious. Served with a simple salad and macaroni salad - it's not over the top (but no tuna, I crave that in tiki bars' macaroni salad!) The mixed drinks are varied. Some have the flavors that kick you in the teeth. The other knock you off your chair. They have variety here, but I think the use of orgeat is to the point of over-use. Plain and simple, I've enjoyed coming here. Summer - the back bar is awesome (when the weather is nice). The issue's I've had - the service and food can vary wildly. Sometimes, they're checking in on you, refilling your drinks, grabbing another mixed drink, your food comes out hot and fresh. Another time, you feel like you have to physically jump in front of your server, or be loud to get someone's attention (not rudely loud, just "excuse me? Excuse me?" as they fly by - and it's a narrow space, so you're not yelling across the bar. They just have some rough edges still as they evolve. They clearly have the passion and the theme down, it's just those little "extra" things that every restaurant goes through in their journey of highs and lows. It isn't going to stop us from coming back, but it does knock it down a peg on the "oh, we haven't been there recently" to "it's been some time, let's see how they have improved."
Huli Huli is such a cool tiki bar spot! The spam bao buns were absolutely delicious; the tiki fries were LOADED and so addicting to nibble on and the bang bang broccoli is seriously tasty! The tiki drinks are so fun and there's so many options! There's plenty of non-alcoholic options as well! Go check them out the next time you're needing a tropical vibe!
We had an amazing time last night for dinner I love the Hawaiian vibes. Our server and food was all outstanding!! The music was really nice too. They have a whole cocktail menu too. I got the Aloha bowl and my husband got the Spam bowl. Super good!! I want to come back!!
I no longer love this place. Boyf and I went to have a lobster roll on a Saturday afternoon. We got a parking spot right out front. There was no one at the hostess stand, and I tried to make eye contact with the ladies behind the bar but to no avail. I suggested we go to the patio bar, and we did. We sat and were ignored. Then a guy saw us and I smiled. This is how he greeted us: Did you check in with the hostess? This should have been our cue to leave. We said there was no hostess. He said nothing. We finally got menus and he took our order. No friendliness at all. We split an order of lobster rolls and fries. I had a Painkiller. Boyf said The Walrus' same entree is much better. Plus they have sweet potato fries. There was another bartender who was friendly so that helped a bit. We paid our check and went elsewhere for drinks. Let me point out that they were not busy, with only a few tables and a few people at the back bar. No one at the front bar. And seriously, why do we need to check in to sit at the bar?
I got the bowl with added chicken and it tasted delicious! The water didn't taste that great tho, I wish more restaurants would just use bottled water like in Italy where they charge an extra $2-3 and then the water would taste clean and pure. Besides that the atmosphere is really cute and felt authentic... dim lighting. Also it was not freezing cold in there, the way I like.
Lets start with this place has a great patio out back to enjoy for last bit of summer. Started of with the Fries which are tossed in a tiki dry rub topped with pork, bang bang sauce and pineapple salsa. These were so good I kept going in for one more bite, then they were gone. Last was the Kale pork sandwich, slow cooked pulled pork on a toasted brioche bun. With lettuce, tomato and of course bang bang sauce. I opted for the Mac salad which was a great side to the rich pork sandwich. Overall very good a little pricey for me.
As one of the long standing restaurants in Powell, this place definitely caters mainly to locals. However, I have heard it draws a cocktail enthusiasts crowd from all over Columbus. I find their drinks whimsical and fun, but always a tad sweet for my taste. They do wash down nicely with some of their tapas-like foods. The fact that even their entrees are served in disposable containers makes you feel like you're never really having your main meal here lol. It feels more like a happy hour, before dinner drinks place. I can also see families having a quick dinner before or after a sporting or school event. Mostly, I think this is an adult restaurant. The food is decent, although nothing extremely extraordinary. The Bang bang broccoli is quite yummy though, & having Spam on the menu definitely gives them some Polynesian street creds. I do also like the idea that something like this exists in a mainly homogenized, American fare, suburban town center. It is convenient if you are antiquing or visiting in Powell. I just don't know if it's worth a drive or special planning to come to.
Very good ambiance. Service is subdued. Our guy was awesome. He helped explained the many throughly and very attentive to our needs. The place is gorgeous. Totally felt for the code. We got non alcohol drinks and looked very cute. Will be back. Keep up the good work.
Made the drive from Mansfield to visit! So happy we didn't did! Great Tiki Lounge! Wonderful atmosphere and decor. We opened with classic Tiki drinks while reviewing their menu. A Painkiller, Mai Tai, and Port Light to start lunchtime fun. Our drinks were superbly crafted and delicious! For our meals , my wife ordered their Huli Burger (no bun), mom their Buffalo Mochiko Chicken, and I the Huli Salad with Grilled Shrimp. If there was a down-check it was the size of the salad, on the plus side was the six good size shrimp on it! Looking forward to a return visit!!
Underwhelming is the word that comes to mind. The food was fine. Nothing to write home about. I'm glad I tried the shrimp. I really didn't like that they didn't even give us real silverware though. We got one plastic fork. Especially for the price, like cmon?! The service was only ok. No one came by to give us more water. Not super attentive. Drinks were good but overall an underwhelming experience and I would only get a drink if I went back.
We came to Huli Huli in Powell to celebrate my birthday, and it was everything I hoped for and more! The atmosphere is relaxed yet upscale, with a tropical-chic vibe that makes you feel like you're on a quick island getaway. We didn't even need main dishes--our appetizers and drinks stole the show. The Bang Bang Broccoli was crispy, spicy perfection, and the Tiki Fries were so flavorful we cleaned the plate. Every bite was bold, unique, and absolutely delicious. Our server Jacob made the experience even better. He was friendly & professional! He made us feel welcome and celebrated from start to finish. Whether you're stopping in for apps and cocktails or planning a full dinner, Huli Huli is a must. Can't wait to go back!
We really wanted to love this place but unfortunately we had some disappointing factors. In short, the service was extremely disappointing and rude. They were not apologetic about the mistakes. It was very over priced for average food. The waitress missed a main dish ordered. We requested the item to be removed due to being brought out late/forgotten. The manager removed the item and another item but added a gratuity charge, that was not on the original receipt. The manager stated this is because of our party of 6. But it ended up costing more than the original reciept. We tried a lot of items; coconut shrimp, pineapple bbq wings, tiki fries, aloha bowl, and a lobster roll. My favorites were the tiki fries and aloha bowl. The drinks were ok, as well. They were out of some of the options and also out of a beer on draft and did not communicate that until after ordered. Tried the category 5 and painkiller. On top of this, we noted we were celebrating a 21st birthday when making the reservation but there were no fun celebrations. Will not be returning.
Reviews are largely positive. Many highlight the tiki-themed atmosphere, creative cocktail menu, and flavorful appetizers. Staff are often described as friendly.
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We had such a nice night! We sat at the outdoor bar, but there is an indoor bar and some tables. Service was great at the outdoor bar, there were multiple bartenders circulating to help out. The food was good. I had the sampler, it was very tasty and I LOVED the macaroni salad. The Head Hunter was a great drink, and the decorations really make it. read more
4 months ago
2 months ago
This is so good it deserves cuss words in the review but I'll refrain. This is what they talk about when they say holy hell. If you haven't been GO. The fire? A vibe. The food? Eat your heart out. Love. Love. LOVE. That's it. That's the review. read more
My first experience with Huli was during the pandemic- delivered food when I was craving chicken and rice. I've gone back in person a few times, and I repeatedly find myself consuming their chicken and rice. It's simple and delicious. Served with a simple salad and macaroni salad - it's not over the top (but no tuna, I crave that in tiki bars' macaroni salad!) The mixed drinks are varied. Some have the flavors that kick you in the teeth. The other knock you off your chair. They have variety here, but I think the use of orgeat is to the point of over-use. Plain and simple, I've enjoyed coming here. Summer - the back bar is awesome (when the weather is nice). The issue's I've had - the service and food can vary wildly. Sometimes, they're checking in on you, refilling your drinks, grabbing another mixed drink, your food comes out hot and fresh. Another time, you feel like you have to physically jump in front of your server, or be loud to get someone's attention (not rudely loud, just "excuse me? Excuse me?" as they fly by - and it's a narrow space, so you're not yelling across the bar. They just have some rough edges still as they evolve. They clearly have the passion and the theme down, it's just those little "extra" things that every restaurant goes through in their journey of highs and lows. It isn't going to stop us from coming back, but it does knock it down a peg on the "oh, we haven't been there recently" to "it's been some time, let's see how they have improved." read more
Huli Huli is such a cool tiki bar spot! The spam bao buns were absolutely delicious; the tiki fries were LOADED and so addicting to nibble on and the bang bang broccoli is seriously tasty! The tiki drinks are so fun and there's so many options! There's plenty of non-alcoholic options as well! Go check them out the next time you're needing a tropical vibe! read more
10 months ago
We had an amazing time last night for dinner I love the Hawaiian vibes. Our server and food was all outstanding!! The music was really nice too. They have a whole cocktail menu too. I got the Aloha bowl and my husband got the Spam bowl. Super good!! I want to come back!! read more
I no longer love this place. Boyf and I went to have a lobster roll on a Saturday afternoon. We got a parking spot right out front. There was no one at the hostess stand, and I tried to make eye contact with the ladies behind the bar but to no avail. I suggested we go to the patio bar, and we did. We sat and were ignored. Then a guy saw us and I smiled. This is how he greeted us: Did you check in with the hostess? This should have been our cue to leave. We said there was no hostess. He said nothing. We finally got menus and he took our order. No friendliness at all. We split an order of lobster rolls and fries. I had a Painkiller. Boyf said The Walrus' same entree is much better. Plus they have sweet potato fries. There was another bartender who was friendly so that helped a bit. We paid our check and went elsewhere for drinks. Let me point out that they were not busy, with only a few tables and a few people at the back bar. No one at the front bar. And seriously, why do we need to check in to sit at the bar? read more
2 months ago
I got the bowl with added chicken and it tasted delicious! The water didn't taste that great tho, I wish more restaurants would just use bottled water like in Italy where they charge an extra $2-3 and then the water would taste clean and pure. Besides that the atmosphere is really cute and felt authentic... dim lighting. Also it was not freezing cold in there, the way I like. read more
Lets start with this place has a great patio out back to enjoy for last bit of summer. Started of with the Fries which are tossed in a tiki dry rub topped with pork, bang bang sauce and pineapple salsa. These were so good I kept going in for one more bite, then they were gone. Last was the Kale pork sandwich, slow cooked pulled pork on a toasted brioche bun. With lettuce, tomato and of course bang bang sauce. I opted for the Mac salad which was a great side to the rich pork sandwich. Overall very good a little pricey for me. read more
7 months ago
As one of the long standing restaurants in Powell, this place definitely caters mainly to locals. However, I have heard it draws a cocktail enthusiasts crowd from all over Columbus. I find their drinks whimsical and fun, but always a tad sweet for my taste. They do wash down nicely with some of their tapas-like foods. The fact that even their entrees are served in disposable containers makes you feel like you're never really having your main meal here lol. It feels more like a happy hour, before dinner drinks place. I can also see families having a quick dinner before or after a sporting or school event. Mostly, I think this is an adult restaurant. The food is decent, although nothing extremely extraordinary. The Bang bang broccoli is quite yummy though, & having Spam on the menu definitely gives them some Polynesian street creds. I do also like the idea that something like this exists in a mainly homogenized, American fare, suburban town center. It is convenient if you are antiquing or visiting in Powell. I just don't know if it's worth a drive or special planning to come to. read more
7 months ago
3 months ago
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11 months ago
Very good ambiance. Service is subdued. Our guy was awesome. He helped explained the many throughly and very attentive to our needs. The place is gorgeous. Totally felt for the code. We got non alcohol drinks and looked very cute. Will be back. Keep up the good work. read more
Made the drive from Mansfield to visit! So happy we didn't did! Great Tiki Lounge! Wonderful atmosphere and decor. We opened with classic Tiki drinks while reviewing their menu. A Painkiller, Mai Tai, and Port Light to start lunchtime fun. Our drinks were superbly crafted and delicious! For our meals , my wife ordered their Huli Burger (no bun), mom their Buffalo Mochiko Chicken, and I the Huli Salad with Grilled Shrimp. If there was a down-check it was the size of the salad, on the plus side was the six good size shrimp on it! Looking forward to a return visit!! read more
2 years ago
Underwhelming is the word that comes to mind. The food was fine. Nothing to write home about. I'm glad I tried the shrimp. I really didn't like that they didn't even give us real silverware though. We got one plastic fork. Especially for the price, like cmon?! The service was only ok. No one came by to give us more water. Not super attentive. Drinks were good but overall an underwhelming experience and I would only get a drink if I went back. read more
1 year ago
We came to Huli Huli in Powell to celebrate my birthday, and it was everything I hoped for and more! The atmosphere is relaxed yet upscale, with a tropical-chic vibe that makes you feel like you're on a quick island getaway. We didn't even need main dishes--our appetizers and drinks stole the show. The Bang Bang Broccoli was crispy, spicy perfection, and the Tiki Fries were so flavorful we cleaned the plate. Every bite was bold, unique, and absolutely delicious. Our server Jacob made the experience even better. He was friendly & professional! He made us feel welcome and celebrated from start to finish. Whether you're stopping in for apps and cocktails or planning a full dinner, Huli Huli is a must. Can't wait to go back! read more
5 months ago
We really wanted to love this place but unfortunately we had some disappointing factors. In short, the service was extremely disappointing and rude. They were not apologetic about the mistakes. It was very over priced for average food. The waitress missed a main dish ordered. We requested the item to be removed due to being brought out late/forgotten. The manager removed the item and another item but added a gratuity charge, that was not on the original receipt. The manager stated this is because of our party of 6. But it ended up costing more than the original reciept. We tried a lot of items; coconut shrimp, pineapple bbq wings, tiki fries, aloha bowl, and a lobster roll. My favorites were the tiki fries and aloha bowl. The drinks were ok, as well. They were out of some of the options and also out of a beer on draft and did not communicate that until after ordered. Tried the category 5 and painkiller. On top of this, we noted we were celebrating a 21st birthday when making the reservation but there were no fun celebrations. Will not be returning. read more
Had dinner here , been awhile, interesting place if you are looking for something with alittle different decor. You sorta feel like you are some where on a beach with all the exotic drinks . Nice patio , I tried the lobster roll. It was good but for the money I don't know if I would order it again. read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
This is the BEST Tiki restaurant I've been to in the last year out of 16. The food was delicious. Cooked perfectly. And the tiki cocktails were perfection. Tried a Zombie and 1944 Mai Tai. Never had one better. It gets better. We flew in from California the day before for a concert and football game. We were made to feel like regulars. Everyone was so excited to work there and take care of us. Don't miss the Huli Huli Tiki Lounge. read more
Love this place during the year but during the holidays it's even more festive. They have a special holiday drink menu with fun, festive cocktails. We tried the egg nog which came with a moose mug cookie as well as the holiday mule and gin cocktail. The food is always delicious, love the flavor of the pork! We are never disappointed by our visits here read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
Love this place. Rick and Justin are the best. Great drinks and food and the patio is the place to be in the summer. read more
1 year ago
Came to town to visit the zoo and stopped to get dinner. Got the Tiki fry's appetizer and they were amazing. Then for entries my daughter got the Burger and it was very flavorful and fresh. The other three of us got the Hawaiian plate. 1 Michiko Chicken with Pineapple BBQ, 1 Shrimp with Bang Bang sauce and 1 Kaula Pork with the Pineapple BBq sauce. Everything was great, very light but filling. Wife got the Baby Aspirin drink and it was like a pina colada I got the Port South. Highly recommend stopping and getting a bite. read more
7 months ago
Had the coconut shrimp, pot stickers and the bang bang broccoli. All amazing. Mai Tai was the best drink I've had in a while. Strong and pretty! read more
9 months ago
1 year ago
Very fun decor, make you feel like you're on vacation. Large cocktail menu and great food. read more
1 year ago
We had the pleasure of visiting Huli Huli Tiki Lounge on 9/6/25. The drinks were excellent! While there we met a fantastic bartender named Trader Nic. He takes great pleasure in making the perfect drink both visually and delicious! He was very gracious and knows his tiki cocktails. This tiki bar is legit!! read more
Huli Huli Tiki Bar instantly transports you to an island getaway with their decor and Hawaiian style food and drinks. I definitely appreciated the beachy feel as a break during these colder months! The bar had seating indoors at the bar and booths, as well as an outdoor patio which would be really nice in the warmer months. The cocktails were strong and tasty! Their range of drinks were impressive- they had some that date back to the 1930s! Pictured are the Hawaiian twilight, Blue Hawaii, and frozen piña colada. The tiki fries were good too-loaded with diced veggies, cheese, and pork. Prices are on the higher side but it's a pay for the atmosphere kinda place. Overall would recommend trying it out for a fun night out! read more
1 year ago
Staff and service are very attentive making sure we had everything we needed. Food came out quick,hot,delicious. Drinks are tasty with non-alcoholic selections as well. Manager came by to make sure everything was going well. Bartender even came out to check on how we liked our drinks. Inside was like a bit of the tropics, with sight and exotic sounds. Definitely an experience not to be missed. I will be back many times. read more
5 months ago
I had been wanting to come here for a long time after seeing multiple posts with their amazing cocktails! Their cocktail list was super inclusive and had a wide range of options, honestly it was hard to pick just one! I ended up going with the pineapple princess which was sweet but had a nice herby flavor from the rosemary! The Singapore sling was also very balanced. Food was where we were very impressed! We ordered the chicken potstickers and Tiki fries, both came out incredibly hot! I would definitely order the tiki fries again, the bang bang sauce and BBQ pork went perfectly with the sweet pineapple salsa and super crispy fries!! We ended up splitting an entree, but it was still a huge portion. I am not a fan of macaroni salad, but my fiancé enjoyed it! The chicken was tender and the Huli huli sauce was very good (not spicy). Service was okay, they were pretty busy with a larger table and the bar was packed. Thankfully we were not in a rush but it did take a while for a server to come over for us to order and then a long time to get our check. The inside of the restaurant is pretty small, but they have a huge back patio and very cool tiki themed decor! Definitely an interesting spot if you want to switch it up! read more
2 years ago
Not many tiki bar options near where I live so we had to stop in and check this place out. We walked in from the back parking lot and the patio out there was gorgeous. Unfortunately the weather was a bit too hot so we dined inside which was also very festive. We each ordered one of the cocktails. They were both good but the same price as an entree. As for the food my girlfriend got a burger and fries, the burger had grilled pineapple and teriyaki sauce on it. I ordered the moco loco. Both the burger and the burger patty on my moco loco were extremely overdone. I really wish they asked how we would like them cooked because they were both a miss. The rice, fries, egg and even the bang bang sauce were really good however. Overall every single employee we interacted with were wonderful and seemed to enjoy being there, the vibes and atmosphere were great. Just a bit of a miss on the burger patties but I would go again and will definitely be on the patio next time. read more
2 years ago
1 year ago
We came on a Sunday night with a large group and were able to get seated right away. Service was good. Food came out quick. We ordered the bang bang broccoli, tiki fries, and Huli burger. The bang bang broccoli is broccoli deep fried and then coated with a sweet sauce. The sauce was good. The broccoli was well cooked, on the softer side. The Tiki fries with the dry rub, the sweet sauce, and pulled pork was delicious. The Huli Burger was a decent burger, but nothing was special about the bun, patty, toppings, or sauce. Depending on who makes your drinks or the day, the same drink can have slightly different toppings. This restaurant has decent food and a fun, chill atmosphere. read more
Huli Huli is a fun spot! With an extensive drink menu to stay on theme, you're guaranteed to find something that catches your eye. We tried the blue Hawaii and Buffett's remorse. Both were very good. Our server was very nice and attentive. We also ordered a few starters to share - the bang bang broccoli, crab Rangoon dip, and the chicken bao buns. The bang bang broccoli was a hit; I was surprised how much I enjoyed it. The crab rangoon dip was an interesting concept, but just okay. The chicken on the bao buns was very flavorful. Solid spot to grab a few drinks and some appetizers! read more
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