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    Lulu's Waikiki

    3.9 (3.2k reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
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    LULU'S WAIKIKI ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Touristy
    Moderate noise
    Live music

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    Loco Moco
    Siobhain M.

    Tried to loco moco for the very first time ever--LOVE IT!! I'm not a gravy person at all....but I had to try it once for my last meal in Honolulu! I got the loco moco with the gravy on the side just to control the gravy myself because I was unsure, I did end up pouring the whole bowl of gravy onto my plate! The grilled onions is a must because I feel that's what set the tone with the whole plate!!! I didn't get my with the traditional over easy egg, I got the egg over hard. The server Isabella L. was fantastic!!!! She was so patient with us and made wonderful suggestions and assured me the loco moco is a must for my last meal in Honolulu! 10 out 10-the food, service, and breeze! && the music was fantastic!

    Jovete E.

    Found this place on Yelp as it was one of the only places that were open late and walking distance from our Airbnb. Lulu's is praised for its second floor ocean views and open air atmosphere. They have great food and service but a bit pricey. I thought that the food was way overpriced for the quality. This place is lively and the bathroom is super clean. What we ordered: Hawaiian Style Miso Butterfish 8/10: marinated and pan fried local style black cod, carrots, bok choy, scallions. choice of garlic mash or rice topped with miso glaze $36 Lulu Moco 8/10: traditional loco moco with a Lulu's twist. Savor the richness of Wagyu beef, eggs, and the added flair of Kalua pork. All of this is drenched in our savory house-made gravy, topped with grilled onions, and garnished with fresh green and white onions, while resting on a fluffy bed of white rice. $28

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    Aaliyah H.

    As a local, I highly recommend this small business. It wasn't the food that sold me, it was the generosity of giving back to the service employees. I forget what the discount is, but I just know that you are a service employee who works in Hawaii, they offer you a discount on your order; and that's how you bring in business and build loyalty with no just tourists, but locals as well. First off, I neeever heard of Lulu's before, but apparently it's been around for years and is a staple in Hawaii/Waikiki. It's definitely someplace that knows their main clientele will probably be 99% tourists so that may be why I never thought of it. But after today, I'll for sure recommend it to people who ask for a good place to eat and don't mind being in Waikiki. The view is amazing! It's got a panorama of Waikiki beach and the weather was beautiful when we went. I don't know what it's like in the winter time or when it's really windy, but we were sure blessed with good weather. I wonder if it gets hot here since the windows are always open? Strangely enough, I got a pasta. Why? Personally, it's because I was very protein heavy throughout the day and I figured, why not start with the most random item! Who needs a local dish??? Everyone at the table was very satisfied with the loco moco and the drinks we all got. I too was satisfied with my pasta, but it's not about the pasta, it's about the local foods and how well they do! I also have to admit, the fish special they had this night tasted amazing! Overall, just come here and continue to support small business, so that they can continue to support other small businesses and other service workers.

    Spicy Jalapeño Burger
    JadaStar W.

    I like the ambiance of the location! It's an open air bar that has decent food options and a great view of the beach. I've been here a couple of times and have always had friendly service and good time. I went with my family on this last visit and most of us got burgers. I wasn't a huge fan of the basque cheesecake, but it was interesting to try something new.

    Breakfast Sampler
    Naja M.

    I was really nervous to try this place because of the reviews. I don't go below a Yelp 4 and they have a 3.8. We stayed at the connected hotel and were hungry, so we have it a try. I'm glad we did! We split the breakfast sampler with kahlua pork and chicken sausage. The pork was surprisingly moist and flavorful. The chicken sausage was really good. I can't vouch for any of the other food, but this was really good. The table next to us had the avocado toast. It was a pretty big piece of toast with a lot of toppings. Servers were friendly and good came pretty quickly. We opted for a table instead of being at the balcony due to the aggressive birds.

    GF Spicy Ahi Poke
    Amy C.

    Spicy poke gf 4.5/5, could have used a bit less sauce. Mocktail 4/5, good flavor Jalapeño burger 5/5 Bar service was fast and friendly. Fun place, but super busy!

    Sunset Sesh Omelet
    Stella F.

    Food was ok. Potatoes were not fully cooked, omelet was good, nothing too special. However I was hungry so I ate all of it. A little expensive, BUT restaurant had a fantastic view of Waikiki and the zoo from the window. My group had a reservation for 13 for about two weeks, and unfortunately had to wait 10 minutes after our reserved time to get our table ready, and they stuck us in the corner no where near the window, lol. So I rate it a 3/5 because of the expensive food and receiving undercooked potato's and the reservation situation. But for small groups it is probably a better experience.

    Fish and chips
    Sydni K.

    We had a gift certificate for Lulus, so we decided to give it a try. As a local, I don't love coming into Waikiki, but parking was easy and affordable on a Sunday at the zoo. The restaurant is located on the second floor with entrances on both the Kalakaua and Kapahulu sides. We came for a late lunch around 2pm. The restaurant wasn't super crowded, but we still had to wait around for a table. For three of us, we shared the Lulu moco and fish and chips. The Lulu moco was loaded, and I loved how there was both beef and kalua pig on it. The gravy was delicious and a hefty portion. The fish and chips were solid as well. While the breeze throughout the restaurant was nice, I was not a big fan of the birds. The birds were sitting on cleaned tables, which didn't feel super sanitary to me. But overall, the food was good!

    Acai Bowl
    Kathy N.

    FOOD: delicious! This was the first real açaí bowl I had and I can understand the hype! My boyfriend devoured his loco moco but I didn't really get to try. SERVICE: very kind. A girl in braids was our server and she felt like a friend AMBIANCE: very casual and beachy. Open window so birds can fly in and walk around

    Longboard burrito
    Lavinia L.

    The server was the cutest thing and most helpful! The server made sure to give us the best view for our breakfast. It was a direct line of sight to the beach and beautiful trees as well as a nice breeze! We started with pineapple mimosa and coffee. We then went on to the longboard burrito and the Ube mochi pancakes. The burrito must have been pretty darn good. My husband inhaled it before I was able to try my first pancake. This was my first time trying ube and mochi. The pancakes were so fluffy and super yum! I took one star for the sauce on top. It tasted like warm chocolate pupping or chocolate gravy. It didn't taste bad just not my thing. My husband liked it! Overall a must go!

    Birthday lunch!
    Kent V.

    We had a delicious lunch here on our last day with a group of 5 people. I had the chicken cesar wrap. This was filling and tasted so good! Others in my group had the pork tacos, cheese burger, loco mocco and a kids eggs breakfast. We thought all of our meals were good and the service was great. Prices seem fair for the quality of food. We were celebrating a birthday and they acknowledged it and brought out some guava ice cream for us all. Much appreciated. We were able to make reservations online which helped during busy lunch time. Would come back again for sure!

    Aloha avocado toast (with bacon added)
    Amy M.

    Surprisingly good brunch, especially considering this is typically a night spot! We ordered mochi pancakes, aloha avocado toast, and one of the egg dishes. Everything was very good, and the kids were very happy to see so many different kinds of mochi pancakes (strawberry, banana, ube, etc)! The environment is casual, open-air on the second floor, and you can see the water from most tables (although keep in mind you're across the street, not on the beach). The service is friendly and helpful. I would definitely come back here for brunch the next time I'm in the area!

    Burger with pork
    Daphne M.

    Hubby and I decided on this spot last minute. I had a taste for a burger. The burgers were delicious. Very small serving of fries but I'm not mad at it, we are on the beach! Our waiter was nice and the food came out pretty quick. The vibe was ok, typical bar scene. The live music was little crazy because it was so loud. We went at night so it was dark and we couldn't experience the beauty of a full view but it still looked amazing.

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    Are the bathrooms cleaner?

    Is still industry night?

    It's coming back January 3rd for a Special Industry New Years. Save the date. 🌴✨

    Anyone know if they are playing Copa America soccer games?

    They got everything

    Do you allow dogs?

    Yes!

    Are they open?

    Starting Today they are back open with special hours for the Month of May!

    Are the toilets sanitary and completely hands free to avoid virus?

    Hell NO!!!

    Is this place 18 and over?…

    No. It's a regular restaurant with a full bar.

    Who qualifies for the industry night discount and what identification is required? I'm looking for an official answer from Lulu's management.

    The industry is anyone who works in food In Waikiki. Show your work ID is all you have to do.

    Where do you park?

    There is free parking at the Waikiki Shell a few blocks down. There is also parking available at the zoo for $1 per hour. You also have an option of Valet Parking with Parkshore Hotel (which we are connected to). With validation (provided by Lulu's… 

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    Vintage Books

    Vintage Books

    4.4
    (198 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$$
    Gluten-free friendly
    Romantic vibe

    Food and drinks were amazing. Love the ambiance. Service was on point. Steak was cooked perfectly…read more All the food we ordered was delicious. Really recommend.

    約3か月前、友人に連れてきてもらい初めてVintage Booksを訪れました。そのときのお料理がとてもおいしかったので、先月また伺いました。…read more 予約をしておらず、店内はとても混み合っていましたが、スタッフの方が親切に席を確認してくださり、バーの席なら空いていると案内してくださいました。温かく迎え入れてくださったことが、本当にうれしかったです。 このお店の魅力は、素晴らしいお料理だけでなく、その雰囲気にもあります。お客さんたちが一緒になってライブ演奏を楽しんでいて、店内全体に素敵な一体感がありました。皆さんが笑顔で、お店全体が幸せで前向きなエネルギーに包まれているように感じました。 そして何より感動したのは、スタッフの皆さんです。どなたも本当に親切で、思いやりがあり、温かく迎えてくださいました。心のこもったサービスのおかげで、私たちの夜がさらに思い出深いものになりました。 お料理も本当においしく、多くの方がこのお店を愛している理由がよく分かりました。特別で楽しい時間を作ってくださったVintage Booksの皆さん、本当にありがとうございました。近くに行った際には、ぜひまた伺いたいと思います! I first visited Vintage Books about three months ago with a friend, and the food was so delicious that I came back again last month. We didn't have a reservation, and the restaurant was very busy, but the staff kindly checked for us and let us know that seats were available at the bar. We truly appreciated how warmly they welcomed and accommodated us. What makes this place so special is not only the wonderful food, but also the atmosphere. Everyone was enjoying the live music together, and there was such a beautiful sense of connection throughout the room. People were smiling, and the entire place seemed to be filled with happy, positive energy. Most of all, I was deeply impressed by the staff. Everyone was genuinely kind, caring, and welcoming. Their warm and heartfelt service made our evening even more memorable. The food was absolutely delicious, and the entire experience made me understand why so many people love this place. Thank you to everyone at Vintage Books for creating such a special and joyful evening. I will definitely visit again whenever I am nearby!

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    Bar Leather Apron

    Bar Leather Apron

    4.5
    (476 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$

    Date night? Hanging with friends? Pau hana with colleagues? Just want your own moment but you also…read moreenjoy history and well made drinks and pupus? This is your stop. Plan for reservations well in advance because you're going to want to sit at the bar. That's where the storytelling is center stage. From the outside, you'd easily miss it. But once you step inside, you realize you're stepping into an experience. Every drink comes with a unique story and the bartender is not simply a storyteller but an artist as well.

    Months before my trip to Oahu, I tried to book a reservation to Bar Leather Apron but was unable to…read moredo so because the reservations were immediately scooped up right as they were released. To my surprise, on a Sunday evening after having dinner nearby at Maze, my wife and I walked over to Bar Leather Apron and we were able to get seated right away! In fact, around 7:30 p.m. when we stopped by, there was actually a ton of seating available in the bar. Who would've guessed. If you're in the same boat as me and are unable to find a reservation for your upcoming visit, I would encourage you to stop by and try a walk-in. The first page of the menu lists a wide variety of whiskey based cocktails. Most -- if not all, of the cocktails are pre-fixed with BLA (Bar Leather Apron), and represent a collaboration with the named distillery. If you're fan of whiskey, you'll definitely have a difficult time picking only one. I ultimately ordered their "Take Warning" -- 2021 BLA Knob Creek BLA Single Barrel, Cynar, Carpano Antica, Mezcal, Bergamot Salt. Drinks here are not cheap -- averaging $20 to $25 per drink. Although my drink was very spirit forward, it still felt very well balanced. I appreciated the hint of smokiness from the mezcal that rounded out the end of a sip. Service here quick and friendly. When we received the check, a cute small chocolate snack was brought over as well, borrowed from the menu at Maze. Overall, I can see why Bar Leather Apron has earned so many accolades in its field. Definitely worth a stop by if you enjoy the art of mixology.

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    Deck.

    Deck.

    4.1
    (2.8k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$
    Happy hour specials
    Locally sourced ingredients

    I come here once a month. Great view, great service, both of servers I have gotten are excellent!!…read morePaka and Josh. They both always remember what I like/order, and cater to my needs. Food is great and reasonably priced and served in good portions too. Because many other Waikiki restaurants would jack the prices up simply because they could, the fact Deck's price points are lower than the most and the quality is better than the most is awesome. Highly recommend it.

    the location itself is gorgeous but the service and food left a lot to be wished for. We were…read morecelebrating my sons birthday and it really left a sour taste in my mouth. Reservation was at 8:45 place was empty by the way yet it took 20 + minutes to be seated. I was seated outside but it was dark so the view was gone and it was cold and raining. The server didn't come for about 10 minutes where I asked to be moved. I was moved to a covered table and we got a new server where we promptly ordered. My sons kids meal came out and his tenders were actually delicious as well as the fries . My food took over 20 minutes to arrive only after I made eye contact with my server and he rushed to the back to grab my food, I'm guessing he had forgotten about it because my short rib arrived cold. Like literally cold to the touch. The mashed potatoes were warm and those were great as well as the veggies . I didn't complain because nobody ever came back to check us on or offer a refill or anything . To pay was a hassle also as they only had 1 server helping and he was tied up with a big table for over 20 minutes that was arguing how to split up a bill. I eventually flagged down a bartender and she went and grabbed my original server from the back. The whole night things kept going wrong . I did have a mai tai earlier in the day from their happy hour which was great but dinner is a no-go for me here now.

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    430 Pkwy Cocktail Lounge

    430 Pkwy Cocktail Lounge

    4.5
    (50 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    I went here for my birthday and didn't realize I should've made a reservation for a larger group,…read moreespecially since it was my first time. Thankfully, Michael and his team were able to accommodate us, which I really appreciated. From the moment we walked in, the place had a great vibe, the interior is beautiful. Throughout the night, the staff and Michael (the owner) were incredibly welcoming, funny and attentive. The cocktails were amazing. I had the expressing my love all night and even though the place was busy and there was a bit of a wait for food, it was honestly worth it. We had the crab dynamite, the ahi brioche, and the prosciutto and burrata. SO GOOD! My friends and I had such a great time and will definitely be back.

    I've been waiting for this cocktail spot to iron out its flaws and become as good as it should be…read more Sadly, I don't think it will happen. That's a shame because it has the potential to be very good. When you start with a cocktail concept that is deliberately kept low key with no signage, and a drink menu that rotates and evolves, you have a pretty good floor to start. Having a cozy place to settle in and being able to enjoy food from Chris Kajioka should give 430 Pkwy a high ceiling. If you like an espresso martini try something a little different. Their Espressing My Love batches espresso with Averna, black walnut bitters, and a unique monkeypod syrup. Unfortunately, there is no espresso machine so you cannot get fresh drawn espresso to make a Carajillo the way Cafe Miro use to. The ahi brioche is a carry over from all Chris Kajioka places. The grilled cheese is excellent. Hotdogs are kicked up - it used to be a black truffled miso chicken sausage but the current one is a little different. The problem is the food preparation totally undermines the whole place. Without a separate kitchen you have frying being done just a few feet away from where cocktails are made. If you sit on the right side of the bar you will quickly understand why this doesn't work. I would come here more frequently if i didn't have to smell like cooking oil afterwards. Fix that problem and this place would rock.

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    Wild Orange

    Wild Orange

    4.6
    (187 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    I forgot to take a photo here but this place is pretty legendary and one of the cooler speakeasies…read moreI've been to. Super dope vending machine entrance and very interactive with the coin. The interior was also well designed but I wish our group was sat in a different area of the bar. We got sat in this one corner and it was dark with like translucent lights, kinda like Jinx's lair from Arcane. Idk just wished we sat somewhere else with more light and visibility of the bar. The drinks were pretty good. It's a large menu and honestly I wanted to try multiple drinks but can't be getting all drunk and stuff you know the vibes. Also I know it's unrelated to this establishment but it's next to a billiards hall and that was legendary. Great vibe, great place, highly recommend.

    Firstly, the vibes are IMMACULATE. 20/10…read more Wild Orange is a speakeasy hidden behind an old-school Aloha Maid vending machine. Apparently you're normally supposed to put a coin in to open the secret door, but it's broken right now, so the whole vending machine just swings right open. Slightly less secret, but still very cool. Inside is where this place really shines. Moody lighting, a giant orange tree in the middle of the room, Japanese hip hop playing in the background (I want to steal this entire playlist), and extremely cool and friendly servers and bartenders. I've been to a few other attempted "speakeasies" in Honolulu, but most are basically just dark bars with a fun door or code word. Wild Orange actually has the VIBES to make the whole concept work. Definitely worth coming just to hang out and chill. They have a full bar and an extensive specialty cocktail menu. Tried the Purple Dragon, made with ube liqueur and coconut cream. Very sweet--a little TOO sweet for my taste--but tasty and pretty. Probably should have listened to the menu and kept it as a shot, but I wanted something I could sip on for a while and chill. The Umeshu Highball was also very pretty and tasty. My friend who works as a sake distributor was impressed with their selection of good sake, so of course we had to order a bottle. Our server brought it out in an ice bucket, kept it off to the side, and completely served it for us throughout. Very classy. The food menu is fun and creative, but unfortunately not really for me because it's entirely vegan. Most times, but ESPECIALLY when I'm drinking, I want MEAT. Tried the Wild Musubi, a vegan Spam musubi. I'm not actually sure what the "meat" was. Possibly fried tofu? Whatever it was, it was definitely a passable alternative, but would have been 100x better if it were just plain old Spam. It also falls victim to what I find is a common problem with vegan attempts at Japanese food: anything teriyaki ends up being way too treacly sweet without actual meat or seafood to ground it in reality. Also tried the Char Siu Tofu Bao, fried tofu in a red Chinese-style char siu sauce on fluffy white buns. Again, fun and certainly not bad, but these would be 1000x better with actual pork. If Wild Orange had this exact same creative food menu but carnivore edition, this place would probably be 7/5 stars for me. That being said, I know being vegan will actually be a huge draw for some people, and I appreciate that the food is creative rather than just the usual sad vegan afterthoughts. Parking is pretty easy by Honolulu standards. It's inside Hawaiian Brian's, so there's a large shared parking lot. That being said, you might still have trouble finding a spot during peak gym hours since you're competing with all the 24 Hour Fitness customers. All in all, I LOVE this place. Definitely a fun stop--first, middle, only, or nightcap--on a chill night out. Will absolutely be adding Wild Orange into the rotation of places to bring out-of-town guests when I want to impress them with something cool and different. The vegan menu probably means it'll be a couple-times-a-year place for me rather than a regular haunt. But for drinks, service, atmosphere, and pure VIBES? 20/10.

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    The space is eclectic with fun vintage furniture
    The space is eclectic with fun vintage furniture
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    Hideout

    Hideout

    4.2
    (1.4k reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    The staff here is phenomenal! I called in and the manager Robert was able to accommodate a big…read morebirthday party for me right around the fire pit. Our server Cassidy was a rock star, alway kept our drinks full. 10/10, highly recommended for all events!!

    @fortunefoodfinds: "(Hide)OUT n' about! A Hideout Signature Espresso Martini, a custom "Fruity,…read moreStrong, n' Sweet" Cocktail, Crispy Pork Belly & Brussel Sprouts, n' Truffle Garlic Fries served with Garlic Aioli & a house-made ranch sauce from HIDEOUT at THE LAYLOW in Waikiki. When you're looking for a night out to sip n' snack over bumpin' beats, go on n' be sure to reserve a seat!" SERVICE: friendly INTERIOR: modern, chic yet laid back EXTERIOR: on the rooftop at The LAYLOW, good amount of seating WAIT TIME: less than 10 mins to grab a drink at the bar, got seated in the dining area maybe an hour after we arrived (did not have reservations) PARKING: got dropped off OVERALL COMMENTS: always wanted to come here n' finally after how many years made my way on a Saturday night. Entered the elevator n' saw their July music calendar posted, which was great bc I wanted to be in a music setting. They have live music n' a DJ on the weekends. Couldn't decide on a drink so the bartender asked what I liked n' my go-to request is for "fruity, strong, n' sweet." It turned out creamy n' good. The pupus we ordered to snack on were delicious, would definitely order them again. Atmosphere was nice n' casual. Drinks were good, food was great, n' the beats the night I went was my kine of music!

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    Citrus Swell
    RM 38

    RM 38

    4.8
    (76 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    What we thought was a pawn shop turned out to be... a speakeasy?!…read more What a lovely surprise. A gem of a find! I will never forget this experience. I was just skipping around town exploring wanting to check-in to as many places as I could like the responsible Yelp elite that I am and then I find this amazing hole on the wall speakeasy. The lovely gentleman in the front welcomed us in to take a look around and I asked him if I could take photos for yelp and he told me that if I was going to write a review, I had to join them. So of course, I took the invite and decided to stay for a little while. We sat at a nice area. A perfect little place. I just want to take a snapshot and keep it in my memory so I can emulate it and turn it into my home study. I could stay here forever. The vibes were on point. The server recommended drinks that he thought we would like, and we loved both of them. I don't remember what the drinks were called, but mine had a blueberry taste to it, and my friend had a mock tail, but some sort of Yuzu to it. We also shared a $15 charcuterie graze. 10 out of 10 would recommend being curious and opening doors to finding out that there's a speakeasy randomly in an area you never thought would be there. What an amazing experience.

    This spot is the place to be in Waikiki! Definitely make a reservation because this place fills up…read morefast, especially later into the night. What surprised me most was how good the food was for the price. Usually spots with this kind of atmosphere rely on the drinks to carry the experience, but every dish actually delivered. The chicken karaage was crispy and packed with flavor, the beef takoyaki disappeared almost instantly, and the taro chips with mascarpone were such a unique combination. Between the cocktails, food, service, and atmosphere, everything just worked.

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