Everything and everyone's amazing. We sat at the bar, incredibly beautiful views. The whole restaurant had amazing views of the water. They had a large variety of food and drinks. We got the mini purse and it was more than enough for two people. We ate the Makaha Melt, was one of the most delicious sandwiches I've ever had. The service was excellent and I would highly recommend coming here! Mahalo to the staff. read more

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Great food but a little slow, no elevator ): Came here on a Thursday around noon with my family to try somewhere new. Unfortunately, they don't have an elevator, which was a little difficult for my grandmother who was with us. However, we were still able to make it up the stairs slowly but surely. It wasn't busy at all but there was only one waiter/bartender. He was very kind and efficient, but I could tell it was a lot for one person to wait on the whole restaurant! It meant ordering was a little slow, but understandably. The food itself was delicious! The burgers were amazing, honestly would be on a list of top five burgers on the island. The mauka to makai (half kalua pig, half poke) nachos were amazing. The won ton chips were to die for. We also grabbed a mini purse drink - which is definitely enough for two to share! Such a fun concept and actually how I heard of the place. Besides the slightly slow service, no elevator (which sometimes, cannot help), and the AI generated menus, this place is amazing! Plus, a nice view while you eat. read more

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Everything from the service to food to drinks: 10/10 - we had absolutely no complaints! From the moment we arrived, everything was perfect. We were seated in about 10 minutes, and everyone--from the hostess to our waiter, the bartender, and even the security guard--was so accommodating. The bartender made an amazing drink for me too! (I had both the Green River & Strawberry Icy Pond Ice Cake) Now, don't be fooled by all the tasty-sounding foods on the menu... we ordered way too much, but every single dish was sooo good! We had: * Blue crab artichoke dip * Garlic truffle fries * Mauka to makai poke nachos * Fried calamari (with deep-fried vegetables) * Prime rib with garlic mashed potatoes and grilled broccolini * Another prime rib with truffle mac and cheese and sautéed vegetables Literally, everything was amazing! This is such a great spot for families. Plus, there was even live music, which added to the experience. I would definitely recommend everyone check this place out! read more

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I've been here for drag brunch a few times and it's always a good time. There's a drag show going on so slower service isn't really minded. I decided to come here for my Mother's Day dinner. Reservation was for 4pm, they called at 3:30 to confirm our reservation (who confirms a reservation 30 minutes before??) We arrived at 3:50 and stood downstairs because our table wasn't ready. We were sat right next to the stage, like the speaker directly pointing at us, 3 feet away. Pretty sure there was no table, that's why it took 10 minutes to get the table ready...It was so loud, I couldn't have even have an in the ear conversation with my son. We sat for 20 minutes waiting for service. Nobody even came with water, I really think they had no idea we were over there. I saw the manager pointing to our table because she noticed we were just sitting there. Another table that had come in after us was having their order taken while we waited. Finally a server comes over, she takes our order but she was a little confused. I asked about the Mothers Day Specials on the Instagram and she said there weren't any. She was underage so couldn't recommend any of the cocktails, that's ok I remember being an underage server too; but it's always nice to have a recommendation. The manager came over after we put our order in and said she would cover the appetizer and dessert. I do appreciate that because there's some places that will stare you right in the face and not blink an eye about something like that. We got the calamari appetizer, there was more vegetable than calamari on the plate, like they were trying to disguise how much calamari there was by putting it on top, it didn't work. We got the prime rib and lobster tail with loaded mashed potatoes and macaroni and cheese and sides. About 15 minutes after the server comes and says they ran out of mashed potatoes so we got another Mac and cheese. The prime rib was really good and so was the lobster tail. The Mac and cheese was ok, I really like my prime rib with some kind of potato . We got the bread pudding and lava cake for dessert. The bread pudding was really good, it came out so hot which is good because it was fresh. When they came to the table with our desserts the server said they were out of silverware and brought a plastic spoon. Honestly by the end of the meal it was kind of funny how unprepared they were. I felt kind of bad for the servers, they really seemed like they were trying their best. They just weren't ready at all for Mother's Day dinner. Maybe they didn't expect so many people to want to want to go, it was a busy day. But there's three sit down type restaurants in Waianae for lunch/dinner, they should have known. On the way out the host apologized because the server was new. Absolutely not! You don't put a brand new server on the floor on Mother's Day and then blame them for them being lost. I really do like their food, they have a good thing going but they still have some kinks to work out. read more

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I was super excited to try this place out do the first time: But, Really disappointed. Wanted to LOVE this place but, the food was not it for my Family & I. We came with a party of 20 for my sister in-laws Birthday. Thankfully the wait was about 15 minutes to get the tables ready for us. The space is beautiful. Upstairs. The service was pretty quick. The only downfall was that two of the easiest dishes which were the loco moco and the Lilikoi chicken, we ordered those & they came out really late. Everyone was basically done eating by the time we got our food :/ The food: Sad to say, but almost everything we ordered was salty. The soup tonight was really salty, the Caesar salad was drowned with caesar sauce. The calamari was good, I just wished it was all calamari. The loco moco, the gravy was really salty. I couldn't even finish it. The lilikoi chicken was basically just bbq chicken & sauce. Not marinated. The prime rib was the best dish tonight. Our other Family got other dishes but they also sad their dishes were just salty. Overall, it was ok. Not the experience I was hoping for. Not sure if I'll be back. :( read more

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The food amazing, the vibes amazing ! I'd recommend the poke nachos it's so yummy and the fish is fresh ! The burger was amazing too especially with the sauce, for my personal preference I'd ask them for a little more sautéed mushroom on my burger next time. The wait for the food was not bad either, and the servers have so much aloha. read more

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I was in Waianae with colleagues and we were looking for a good place for dinner. Lanterns was very close by and had good reviews. We pulled to restaurant and proceeded up the steps to the restaurant. The restaurant definitely gave you this is the neighborhood spot vibes. Friendly bartender and staff. You can't be in HI and not have a Blue Hawaiian so we all had one. It was very tasty. We followed that up with an order of seafood dip, which was fresh and hot. Baguettes were a great addition and made it easy to scoop up crab and dip. At this point, Karaoke has started, and the neighborhood is pour in. What a lively time. I then order Loco moco, medium-rare. They nailed the temp and flavors were spot on. The portion was so generous, I could barely finish it. I will definitely check it out again when I am back in the area. read more

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Big shout-out to Britt for the excellent recommendations and service! We were on vacation and looking for a sweet treat. Britt recommended the large cookies and ice cream and we were sold. Lanterns did not disappoint on the dessert or food. We enjoyed our food, attentive service, and ambiance. I'd recommend Lanterns to anyone visiting Oahu! read more

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Kaime was a one man band. We got here at 2pm and there was about 6 tables. Awesome he worked alone. Help came in around 4pm. First time here as kamaainas. Drinks were pretty good. Food was great. read more

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This most recent visit was much improved from my first. It wasn't a weekend evening either which might be part of the reason. Kaimi's was our bartender and his service was amazing. It wasn't too busy and he was able to serve us with jokes and fun facts. It was a relaxing evening, which I really needed. My drink was so good. The fish n chips is the way to go and I'll definitely order that here again. The homemade tartar sauce was awesome. They did such a great job. I'm glad to be much happier with this visit and now I want to go back again. read more

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Lanterns has been on my "Must Check Out" list for quite some time, it did not disappoint! Immediately upon entering the hostess sets the tone for great service by being friendly and welcoming. This vibe from the staff continued throughout our visit from the server and food runner also. The place is located on level 2 and the decor is basic and gives bar vibes while still have some aesthetic touches to elevate the ambiance. Just what you'd want from a casual eatery. The live music was great, hope this is a nightly occurrence. Both cocktails we got were well-made. Sad note that the server promised the margarita would come in the glass "bag" container but sadly it did not despite the promise :( My bacon old fashioned was fantastic, weeks later, I am still craving another. For the food, everything was tasty. Think elevated Hawaiian bar food. The ahi tataki was a great portion and fresh! Mac n cheese, so cheesy and perfectly made. The truffle burger with wagyu beef also very good. After seeing another table enjoy the soup du jour (French onion), I ordered it. This was the only part of the experience that wasn't so great... our server forgot about it maybe or something but it took forever to come out and was lukewarm at best, still delicious flavor but could have been better and also if didn't have to hunt her down to remind her of the order as she did disappear for a bit around this time, luckily another server I flagged down was great and stepped in. Overall, a nice addition to this area. Will be going again next time around this part of the island. read more

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We stopped in after a day with our toes in the sand on the western shore. A great find and spot to watch sunset while dining. We tried the boozy bag which may be instagram worthy for some, but was really a more economical cocktail order as long as you can agree on the drink you would like. Food was good and we enjoyed the live music. Server was fine but we felt a little rushed out towards the end. No one was waiting so it felt odd. read more

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We popped in for a Sunday lunch after a recommendation from a server at a high-end restaurant we dined at early in the week. It is a favorite among locals. The stairs, the front of the building, and the restaurant floor could use a refresh. It is not appealing from the outside at all. Once seated, our server was very welcoming and efficient. We split the prime rib sandwich (think French dip) and also ordered calamari and fish and chips ( fish was ono). The food was solid. The cocktail we ordered, Pry for sex Chi-Chi, was really good. We've been ordering tropical cocktails all week at different spots, this one is definitely in the top three - refreshing, not too fruity, not too sweet, a good one for day drinking! To each his own, I was not impressed by the view. The ocean is right there, but telephone lines obstruct the view. But if you are in the neighborhood and passing by, it is a solid spot to stop for food and drinks. It is reasonably priced. Sorry, no pics of our food, we were too hungry and forgot to snap a few pics. read more

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Came here for a belated Valentine's Day dinner with my husband. Our reservation was at 5 but we got there at 4:30 and they were nice enough to seat us early. The restaurant is really cute and has a nice view of the beach so if you're here around sunset it's the perfect pau Hana spot. We ordered the crab artichoke dip which was really yummy but was served with tortilla chips instead of the crostini that's described on the menu. It was fine but I do think any changes should be mentioned by the server when ordering. We both ordered the ribeye. I got mine with broccolini, garlic mash and I added grilled onions. My husband ordered his with fries and upgraded to the truffle Mac and cheese. Our steaks were cooked perfectly medium rare and we were satisfied with our sides except the truffle Mac and cheese which was a miss, do not recommend. Overall I did like the food but not enough to overlook the fact that the service was subpar despite the restaurant being half empty. Someone dropped our waters when we first sat without a word and then we were not acknowledged until after 15 minutes of waiting when she asked if we were ready to order. Our drinks (soda & a beer) were not given to us until right before our food came. She also never checked on us or asked to refill our drinks until we asked for the check. If it were busy I definitely would have had more grace given it was a holiday weekend. But it was not so I most likely will not be returning. read more

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The prime rib is awesome! Service is great! View is awesome! Its always a great choice for date night.

Finally made it here and was blown away! The outside seems a bit unassuming, but once you're seated (upstairs) that's where this place shines. The decor is trendy, clean, and very aesthetic and perfect for taking photos (if you want). Staff were all very welcoming and apologetic of the wait since they were so busy, but we didn't mind. Now the food: we ordered the pupu steak, truffle burger, and ribeye. Happy to say all the meats were "medium rare" as requested. The vinegar dipping sauce for the steaks paired well and the size of the pupu steak could have easily been an entree (just add a side of white rice- which I did)! The burger was good, but the truffle fries were better! Without a doubt the star was the the Princess Kahanu drink. Sooooooooooo good! I ordered one then quickly ordered 3 more. Next time will definitely order "the bag" cuz it'll be cheaper. Needless to say, we will be back! read more

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I don't care what you say you're not gonna beat this place for prime rib on the west side of Oahu. Super cool staff parking is always good. Great Surf across the street and if you eat too much, they have the Medical Center you can go over and have your stomach pumped to come back and eat some more. It's just that damn good. Don't be stupid - get your prime rib here. Or go home and shut your mouth and have a bag of Doritos & drink a bottle of Fanta orange then wonder why your tongue is orange colored in the morning & live with the fact you should have gotten some prime rib here. read more

Everything went well at this cozy, open area, breathtaking view, ono grindz & tasty cocktails. Theresa was our server & her demeanor was quite professional. EVERYTIME she came to our table she had the watrmest, welcoming smile on her countenance. Such a lovely, tender & knowledgeable lady. There's a stage for bands to play but I'm not sure on the days. We ordered the fried plain wings? for an appetizer & they were so juicy & crunchy. Perfectly cooked to go with our drinks. Definitely will return. Thank you Theresa for your hospitality! You're AWESOME! read more

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The view is amazeballs. The service was slow considering only had maybe 2-3 other parties (small) in there. But the service was friendly. Food was good. Not amazing but good enough. But the price is a little $$. Might come here again. read more

Friday, 7/25/2025 - We saw this little restaurant on our way to our hotel and decided to stop and try "Laterns Restaurant and Tavern". Address is 87-064 Farrington Hwy 2nd Floor, Waianae, HI 96792. They are located right across from the beach. The restaurant is in the 2nd floor. When you walk up to the entrance on the 1st floor, there is someone sitting there ready to greet you and seat you. Upon arrival.... Pros 1) I didn't see a large parking lot. Only a little one right on the front. Maybe I missed it. But we got parking right away because we came fit an early dinner. 2) the hostess was very friendly and smiley. 3) I saw a tiny bar inside. 4) there is a stage, 2 mics, and our waitress told us they do karaoke Tuesday nights. 5) the lady at the bar told us the party starts at 6pm. 6) restaurant was tiny but cute. We sat inside. Water tasted good. 7) restaurant looked clean and tidy. 8) we had the Laterns Burger. It was really good. The burger was huge! At least to us. The fries with it was good too. We shared this plate between us two and it was just enough. 9) the poke nachos plate was delicious. 10) the fried fish tacos was ok. I didn't eat it. But my friend that ordered it only ate 1. He said it was just...meh. 11) the fish sandwich was good. It was eaten up. 12) then we ordered the cookie skillet with ice cream and cheesecake with strawberries, and both were good. 13) our server was really nice and patience with us. She made sure to check on us, refill our water cups, and clean up our table when she notice we were done eating. 14) she forgot my side order of the Okinawan sweet potato puree (it's purple). I want to try something different since I'm in Hawaii. I forgot about it too after our meal!! Lol. Then I remembered. I asked her to remove it off our bill since i never got to eat it. She was so sweet, she packed me a little to go, since she forgot about it. I can say I got to try it and i really liked it. But 2 of the other people with me didn't like it 15) bathroom is outside the restaurant. Women's bathroom was clean. Had 3 stalls one sink. Cons 1) parking lot is small. Wondering if there's stuff happening at 6pm, where would we park if it's lit. ;) 2) Conclusion I really liked this little place. The staffs were so nice here. Foods were great in my opinion. Restaurant and bathroom clean. Id like to come here again and try their Prime Rib plate. Try this restaurant when you're in this side of the island. read more

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I'm not gonna lie, those boozy bags were definitely calling me out here. And know that if you want a non-alcoholic version, they're able to provide that to you; they charged me $32 for green river and it was so much liquid, we couldn't finish it all, between 2 people! There's live entertainment in the main restaurant (looks like they're able to seat large parties there). They also built a side room, that can fit another 30+ people or so, to which they also have a bar countertop, with a large TV that is streaming the live music from the main area. Attentive and accommodating service. I like that they support their community as much as they can by buying local ingredients and hiring local employees as well. It's a far drive out there, and so if they're able to keep the employees happy in one of the biggest restaurants in the area, more power to them! As for the food, local comfort foods at its finest. My only wish is that the loco moco patty had a little more flavor/seasoning and I definitely wanted more gravy to go over the patty. There was just a spoonful of gravy that barely covered the rice. And the poke on the nachos was overly salted for my liking. Other than that, we enjoyed the crab artichoke dip and the steaks cooked to perfection. Ample free parking, available in the lot directly in front and around back. If you folks ever have the chance to drive out here, watch the sunset and grab some ono food! read more

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Service was super slow, it was only one guy making the drinks at the bar and taking orders. He was friendly and trying his best but it wasn't a good experience and food was just okay. View was really nice though. read more

Came here for the boozy bag & was not disappointed! I had the Princess Kahanu boozy bag, and it was soooo good! You have to share it with at least one person, and its more than enough. Food was good, though I wish there was a little more calamari. View is gorgeous, and seating inside is nice and pretty spacious. read more

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We stayed nearby on the west coast of Oahu. Here are only a small handful of options for a nicer sit-down lunch or dinner. This is one of the best ones. We liked it so much we went once for lunch and once for dinner and enjoyed it both times. The staff here is great. Very friendly and attentive. They also have a fun and interesting house drinks menu. Ask for guidance and they'll land you right were you want to be. They sometimes have live music in the evening. They did when we had dinner. The musician was good. But the volume was a little too loud and we ended up moving to a table further back. Lastly, the tables by the windows offer a nice view of the ocean. The food is also very good. Fresh fish is all we ate while in Hawaii. This place offers fresh choices. I recommend checking out if you're in the area. read more

Lanterns Restaurant and Tavern - Great dinner with live music last night and tasty lunch with and amazing view today. Thanks, Lanterns! - Bars Near Me - Waianae, Hawaii

I really wanted to enjoy this restaurant, especially since it came highly recommended, but unfortunately the experience just didn't match the price. We spent about $100, but the quality felt more in line with something half that. I ordered the pork chop, and it came out undercooked. My other half ordered a ribeye medium-well, but it arrived more on the medium-rare side. Another in our group requested their meat well-done, and it also wasn't cooked through. It was a bit disappointing considering the price point and expectations. Our server was kind and offered to replace my dish, which I appreciated, but I chose to pass. Another lady, possibly the manager, came over afterward and asked who had ordered the pork chop. She asked me again if I wanted something else, but didn't really acknowledge the issue or offer an apology, which felt a little impersonal since I declined the first time. They did end up removing the pork chop from our bill, which I appreciated. The ambiance and service overall were fine, but the food and the way things were handled didn't quite measure up. Hoping it was just an off night, but I'm not sure I'd return. read more

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This was my second time visiting this establishment and I do not believe I will revisit another time. The restaurant itself has a cute vibe inside, AC is great temperature, spacing between tables were great. Our waitress was so friendly and sweet. When we sat down it did take a long time until we were served water and was able to put in a drink order. We first ordered the Patron Tower, but after 15 mins we were told there was an ingredient unavailable and that would make the patron drinks not taste as well. We then decided to order the Booze bag, but after about 10mins we were told that an ingredient or mix for the drink we ordered in the booze bag was also unavailable. At that point 2 of the 4 in our party decided to not order drinks due to the frustration of already it being more than 30mins since we sat down and still no drinks available. I did end up ordering their espresso martini and I enjoyed that very much! The food we ordered was the Garlic Truffle Fries, Crab Artichoke Dip, Kalua & Poke Nachos, Salt & Vinegar Chicken Wings, Rockefeller Oysters (Local Style), and the Build Your Own Pasta. The Garlic Truffle Fries were okay, I did enjoy it with ketchup. The Crab Artichoke Dip had a great flavor and came out with crusty bread, this would be a reorder. The nachos were good, but for the half with the Kalua Pig the cheese was hard by the time we received our nachos. I would have preferred the nachos come out hot and the cheese still pull-able or stretchy when eating. The chicken wings had a good flavor. Rockefeller Oysters (Local Style) was by far my favorite thing ordered. The oysters were big and cooked to perfection; the oysters were also served hot and you could tell it wasn't sitting out before being brought to the table. The pasta was all Alfredo sauce and we each added our own things to it. My pasta was Alfredo sauce with shrimp and mushrooms. The sauce was okay, but I would have preferred more sauce the with amount of noodles and a thicker sauce. The amount of shrimp in my dish was good, but I would have preferred more mushrooms as I did not find much mushrooms. A piece of garlic bread was served with the pasta, which I would have preferred more toasted to how it came out. Overall, I do not recommend this place based off of wait times for drinks and food, pricing and quality of most of what was ordered, and the fact that all the drinks we originally tried to order was unavailable due to missing ingredients, which to be fair we gave four different drink orders that all was missing an ingredient. The service provided by our waitress was great; she was friendly and did her best to accommodate our group of 4. read more

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Lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Had reservations for two at 1:15pm, but it really wasn't needed. Plenty of open tables. Located on second floor above Countryside Cafe, it's a lovely restaurant, with beautiful interior. Service was friendly and very hospitable. I had the Pupu Steak and a bottle of Kona Longboard. Wife has the fish Tacos. We also had Calamari for the Appetizer. All was good. Lanterns, in my opinion, is one of the nicest dine-in restaurants in Waianae. The other would be Beach House 604. read more

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Lanterns is such a fun and laid-back spot--definitely one of my favorite hidden gems on Oʻahu! If you're looking for good vibes, great tacos, and *seriously cool* drinks, this is your place. Let's start with the drinks--they serve them in bags (yes, like adult Capri Suns!) and they are SO good. Refreshing, flavorful, and just plain fun. Perfect for sipping under the palm trees while hanging out with friends. They have a nice variety too, so there's something for everyone. Now the tacos--delicious! Packed with flavor, fresh ingredients, and just the right amount of spice. The portions are solid, and everything feels thoughtfully made without being overcomplicated. Great mix of classic and more unique options on the menu. Service was friendly and fast The whole vibe at Lanterns is casual and welcoming--ideal for a chill evening or a laid-back weekend hangout. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area! read more

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Came for by birthday dinner. Love the vibe, music, workers. Very welcoming. Not too big nor too small of an establishment. Parking as well was tight but we managed. Food was awesome. Love the poke nachos and the drinks! Satisfied? Yes Will come back? Yes for happy hour read more

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The appetizers were my favorite, we loved the dip and poke nachos! The loco moco was alright, honestly not my favorite and way overpriced. The location is great and the view was beautiful. The staff was friendly and recommended great cocktail choices! read more

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Really great restaurant and food was Ono to da max, service was kind and great, but the view from the restaurant is a billon dollar view of the sunset on the West Side of Oahu. If ever on the West side Stop by and try lanterns out. read more

This place is such a charming hidden gem! The booze bags are dangerously fun to drink, and our server was absolutely lovely. The poke nachos were hands down my favorite. Totally worth the trip outside of town! read more

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First time coming here as I've heard so many reviews about this place but i left pretty disappointed. I ordered the Ice pond cake drink in a mini bag and it was decent but when it came to the service it wasn't great, We were first greeted by one waitress that took our order and then another came to retake our order. I originally ordered the ribeye steak and my friend ordered the ny strip. i got the pupu steak which was an appetizer (it wasn't an issue i just asked for the sides separately) and it came out about 10 minutes before my friends entree. We did not get any utensils and the employee was no where to be found, I had to ask another waitress for it and it came out around the time my friend entree came out which was about 10 minutes, At that point my steak was cold, the waitress acted annoyed when i brought up my ordering wrong. The food overall was very mid, The garlic mash tasted sweet with no garlic taste at all, Service was very meh. I would save the trip next time. read more

I arrived for my 7:15 pm reservation at 7:00 pm. The host was kind and let us know that it would probably be about a 25 minute wait to be seated, which was fine but they ended up seating us at 7:15pm which was awesome! The drinks were the highlight of the night. Everything we ordered from both the seasonal and regular menus was excellent. The service was pretty disappointing. We never received napkins or silverware at any point during dinner even though several people came by to drop off food or check on us. When I finally asked for chopsticks they only brought three for our party of four. Drinks took a while to arrive but they seemed busy so that part was understandable. The food was a bit hit or miss. The garlic fries were delicious and the poke nachos were great with light and crispy wonton chips. When the crab and artichoke dip came out they mentioned they had run out of crostini and were serving it with the same wonton chips instead. Normally that would be fine but the chips broke apart easily and made it frustrating to eat. Overall it was a mixed experience with great drinks and a few standout dishes but the service and small details need more attention to match the quality of the food and atmosphere. read more

We came to Lanterns for the Love Island watch party, and while our seating area didn't have the best view due to being blocked by other guests, our experience was still fantastic all thanks to our incredible server. She truly made the night. It was a full house and she was clearly juggling a lot, but still managed to be warm, attentive, and so genuinely kind. She thanked us multiple times for our patience, but honestly, we were the lucky ones it was obvious she was working nonstop and doing her absolute best. Her energy and attitude stood out and really set the tone for the evening. We tried the Green Lantern cocktail (so good!), the Lanterns Burger, and the Crispy Chicken Sandwich all delicious. But it was the service that made the whole night memorable. It's rare to be treated with that much care and positivity in a packed, high-energy environment. We'll definitely be back and honestly, it's because of her. read more

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Super friendly staff, an amazing view, and incredible food! We ordered the Lanterns Loco Moco which is served over their Smoked Meat Fried Rice we both very much enjoyed our meals and highly recommend if you're in the area you give it a try! read more

Me and my Wife's First Time at Lanterns I was Very Skeptical at First! I ordered the Loco Moco! WOW Excited at First! and then our order came out about Fifteen Minutes later! Presentation! Fried Rice! No Rice Looking Texture! Looked Mushy! Easy over egg Ok! Tasted the Rice First! It was literally Sitting in Oil and it had a very Weird Taste! Over Cooked Stirred too Much which caused the mushiness! Then I tried the Wagyu Burger it Tasted like Angus Burger you would buy from Costco! Meaty yet no Flavor! Overall I Definitely would Never Order this Dish again if I came Back! My Wife Tried the Makaha Melt! Presentation Meat Looked Over Cooked and Dry! It looked Very Sloppy! it was just Ok! They need too make more Appealing! Wings Regular! Could not taste any Flavor just Bland! Dipped it in the Ranch Dressing, the Ranch dressing had No Punch to it, it Tasted Watered Down! For the Price I Paid and the amount off Left Overs I Had, Which I Left Back, I Definitely was Very Disappointed with my Experience Trying out this Place! Believe Me when I Say this, the Cook or Cooks Need to be Trained Better or Replaced! Waiting Staff/Servers were Excellen! My point of View is that it's a Restaurant/Bar/Tavern and when you have a few or a lot of Adult Drinks any or all Greasy, Dried, Mushy Food Taste Like Five Star Cuisine! True Story! I was and always Will be Adult Drinks/Alcohol Free! Sorry for this Review, Feeling Sad Patron/Customer! read more

Easily the worst service we've had in a very long time. Our server took ages to greet us, drinks took over 30 minutes, and one appetizer actually came out before the drinks. The other appetizer arrived scalding hot--right alongside our entrees, which were sadly cold. She never once checked in to see how we were doing. When she finally dropped the check, my husband had to ask if they even offered dessert. We did get it, then sat for another 20 minutes before having to ask for the bill again. She wandered off to chat at the bar, staring at someone's phone for nearly 20 minutes when the bartender finally stepped in to close us out. Absolutely would not recommend. That said, the boozy bag margarita was fun--once it finally showed up after half an hour. read more

Lanterns Restaurant and Tavern - Boozy Bag - Bars Near Me - Waianae, Hawaii

Lantern's Restaurant across from Green Lanterns beach in beautiful Ma'ili. Checked in downstairs at the entrance. The hostess was super nice and welcoming. We sat at the bar for quick seating. Inside was nicely redone since the last establishment that was here. Bartender/server Ka'imi was warm, friendly and made me some yummy Hakimo Road Old Fashioneds. My bff opted for a nice glass of Hess Cabernet. We ordered the truffle Mac and cheese, smoked meat fried rice, fish sandwich and fish & chips. Everything was YUMMY! Topped it off with a chocolate chip cookie skillet ala mode. Mmm...... Pleasant first time dining experience. Total bill was $116. Not bad at all. Will we return? For sure. read more

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Beautiful views. Direct sun set from table. They also had a balcony that you could go on to watch the sun set and snap a few pictures. Plenty of parking. We had reservations and were seated promptly at a tiny table - with many normal size tables free. We did not complain but a waiter passing by noticed and added a table and had us both sit on same side to watch sun set. This was great customer service. Food was good. A step above bar food. The insta worthy drinks are where it is at. The wait staff know the drinks and what is in them. They made great recommendations for both of us. read more

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