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Stopped for a happy hour drink. Cute hidden spot with great happy hour drinks! Friendly bar tender.
This was my second time in two months going to M&S for happy hour and music. I got it right this time ordering a double cocktail and a veggie pizza, it's the way to go. To do happy hour right, arrive before 5:30pm, step up to the bar and tell one of the bartenders what you want. If it's busy, be patient. The guys are all hardworking and fast. Take your drink to your seat and they'll bring your food. It's efficient. This is a good place to go, the drinks and food are good and fresh, the setting is chill, the live music is excellent.
If you're looking for one of Waikiki's best hidden gems, Mahina & Sun's inside the Surfjack Hotel delivers a happy hour that's both stylish and approachable. The atmosphere is laid-back yet vibrant -- their breezy lanai lounge (The Cove) makes the perfect backdrop to sip and snack while soaking in Waikiki's sunshine. Service here is warm and attentive without being overbearing, and you can tell the staff really wants you to feel like a regular. What stood out most to me was the combination of quality and value during happy hour: * Fresh "2 Buck Shuck" oysters -- clean, briny, and perfect with a squeeze of lemon * House bubbles and prosecco ($8-$10) that felt like a steal in Waikiki * $5 Maui Brewing Co. cans or grab a bucket to share with friends * A flight of their signature dirty martinis ($24) -- balanced and strong, exactly what you want from a classic cocktail * And the "Royals," which they proudly call the coldest martinis in Hawai'i ($28) It's the kind of place where you can come straight from the beach, meet friends after work, or ease into a Waikiki night out. Between the retro Surfjack vibe, approachable pricing, and quality food & drinks, this is easily a go-to happy hour in Honolulu. -- Atmosphere, service, and flavors that deliver on all fronts. Bonus tip: they have free live music during most of the weekdays... Friday's musician was my favorite
We had a large group and had the family menu, which was great. The fried whole fish was crunchy and the veg sides were fresh and interesting. I'd recomend beers and well drinks. We tried a variety of their cocktail menu drinks which were fine, but basic drinks would be a better choice imho.
We stumbled upon this local hidden gem while on vacation in Waikiki recently and loved it so much, we actually went back two nights in a row ! We were staying at a hotel a block away and decided to explore . The bright pink neon sign was super inviting so we just walked right in . The sweet hostess checked us In and asked if we wanted a table to which we opted to just hang at the bar . The first night our bartender was this very tall man who was soo awesome . Im upset I didn't get his name, but he made us some bomb drinks and gave us some great recommendations to other bars around town with a similar vibe . The next night our bartender was Nini, who was equally as awesome ! We got different drinks this night along with some lumpia as a quick bite to eat . Overall, Mahina and Suns is a solid ! All the drinks we had were great, the lumpia was crispy and delicious, and the vibes were chill just how we like ! I totally would recommend this bar to people who want to just lay low in a cute environment and I would totally come back next time ! I need to try out their dinner menu !
I wish I could give this place 10 stars!!!! Let's start with the food because it deserves every bit of the hype. Every single thing we ordered was incredible, but if I had to pick favorites, the lumpia, Devils on Horseback, and the Naked Pig pizza are absolute must orders. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared, packed with flavor, and leaves you ordering multiple rounds of food! The cocktails are just as impressive. Each one is beautifully crafted with incredible attention to detail, and not a single drink has disappointed. Whether you love a dirty martini or want to try a twist on a tropical favorite, you really can't go wrong. What truly sets this place apart, though, is the hospitality. Every member of the staff is warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive. They make you feel less like a customer and more like a regular they've known for years. Service is seamless, with drinks and food arriving at just the right pace without ever feeling rushed or forgotten. The ambiance perfectly captures a Hawaii restaurant without leaning into the usual tourist clichés. It's stylish, relaxed, and effortlessly inviting. The wallpaper is my favorite This is the kind of restaurant that feels like a hidden local gem but welcomes visitors with open arms. If you're looking for an unforgettable meal, exceptional cocktails, and hospitality that makes you want to come back again and again, don't skip this place. You won't be disappointed. My husband and I will be back
I came here for a TimeLeft dinner and had a great time. The restaurant is inside of a hotel pool area which I was skeptical of. But the vibe inside is really cute, the host was very sweet! I was the first to get there and was quickly brought a few carafes of water. Then the next person showed up for the dinner, our waitress came by and took away the waters for some reason. Our table was arriving on Hawaiian time, so we didn't really even order drinks until 7:30. We were there for dinner and the menu looked great. I had the seared ahi which was great - big portion, had to take home half of it. The entrees in my opinion are a little overpriced, but what else do you expect in Waikiki. Truthfully wish we came for happy hour because that menu looks so good! Everything was great - the only thing I'd note (though I do understand our table was taking our sweet time)..was that our waitress just seemed very annoyed with us. People were asking her for suggestions or to help them make a decision between two things and she literally said "I'd honestly just suggest the whole menu to you because I don't know you or what you like" which yes, I mean valid - but clearly they mean what's the more popular choice, etc and you should be prepared as a server to have a few recommendations up your sleeve. A few of us tried to pay our bill with cash but apparently they are a cashless restaurant.
Great happy hour in Waikiki! Came here on a date night-- it was far more casual than we expected. Poolside bar, not too much of a dine-in restaurant vibe. They did have a good happy hour though, we enjoyed the $8 cocktails! We tried "here comes the sun", and loved the Lilikoi/cinnamon combo. Their Paloma was also great! The happy hour veggie pizza was $15, and pretty good! We liked the arugula, but wished there were more veggies on there. The olives were a bit salty for our taste. Avocado tacos were a hit though! I've never tried fried avocados before, and it was amazing in the corn tortilla. I'd recommend for a quick bite, especially if you're already staying in the area/hotel.
Easily now one of my favorite restaurants. Opened by Ed Kenney, of Mud Hen Water in Kaimuki, this new-er restaurant in the Skipjack Hotel in Waikiki, and much like his other restaurants, uses locally sourced ingredients and foods. And it's important to note, if you love Hawai'i then these are the kinds of restaurants we should be supporting because a sustainable future requires all of us to rely less on things coming in through Matson and Pasha containers. Anyway, this restaurant is romantic, especially if you get a booth, make a reservation in advance. Not a lot of seats, but there's also seating near the pool. Lunch time you order from the bar and it's mostly American like cuisine but the real reason to visit is for the creative dinner options. I highly recommend the oysters, they're huge and the sauce is perfect AND the uala and kalo, I don't know what's in the sauce but it has the right amount of olio and spice. We got the family meal with the fish of the day. Fried perfectly but we were a little confused in the end when we realized that we paid $35 per person for the preset meal AND the market value for the fish. So our amazing dinner was almost a hundred dollars more than we originally planned. Good thing we don't go out on date nights very often. We'd still return. It was really that good. We just might pass on the fish next time.
Over pretty great! The good and service were good, live music by the pool was nice. Would recommend!
My family is the biggest Obama fan so we couldn't have passed up the opportunity to dine at Mahina & Sun's during our stay at the Surfjack. Everything was delicious. We especially liked the fresh tuna and octopus dishes. My dad ordered the barrel aged Negroni drink which allegedly was what Obama had. We really enjoyed the vibe here. Not only did we get to dine at the convenience of the hotel lobby, they also had rotating artists performing music everyday. The wait staff were super friendly. Hotel guests get 15% off the total bill. In addition if you book your stay at the right time, you could also get $100 restaurant credit with 5+ nights of stay!
Food is yummy here! Total hidden gem for pupus and drinks in the Surfjack hotel. We ordered their veggie pizza, pork spring rolls, pork tacos, and banana bread. My faves were the pizza and banana bread. If you sit at the bar you can order off their bar menu. They also have a happy hr menu too.
Limited but tasty menu. Servers polite and helpful. Numerous hand crafted cocktails with very creative mixologists. Family feast for dinner is memorable experience with whole fish deep fried but still succulent when eating.
3 months ago
im visiting hawaii from san diego , me and my friend was looking for oysters and we found this bar lets start with the customer service, juliana and max the bartenders was amazing we asked them alot of questions and they really helped us out with the food and drinks options i was really happy i went there every thing was good and clean the happy hour prices was great , and there was a guy who was singing outside in the pool and i had fun i really highly recommend this place and definitely i will back again to see juliana and max thank you guys for the great customer service you are the best read more
Great place for dinner. The prices are super reasonable for its Waikiki location. We went for my birthday and for the disco dancing. For appetizers the meatballs were spectacular. Three juicy meatballs to share. The wings were surprisingly yummy. I liked that the they were soft and not overcooked. The grilled Brie with pistachios and honey was our favorite. Nice and melty. The pistachios added crunch. A few more slices of the toasty bread would have been good. We also ordered the smoke fish spread. It's a good healthy option that includes fresh veggies and toast. Of our entrees the pasta bolognese was a fave. Pasta made in house and the sauce was delicious! The chicken Milanese was huge. It looked healthy too covered with fresh greens. My friend ate every bite. We ordered the steak rare and it came out medium well. We were too hungry to return it. The roasted Brussel sprouts were served on top of it. I would have preferred it on the side as the oil made the steak oily. Everyone loved the taste of the Brussel sprouts. The waitress was very nice. And filled our water bottles frequently. Towards the end of the night she seemed to disappear. We were there a long time. The restaurant is spacious with lots of comfy spaces. A cool hip Hawaii vibe. The dancing was the best. While we were expecting disco tunes we were happy to dance to anything. The only thing that could have been better is that they didn't clear our dishes when we were done eating so when our dessert came there was no space for our new plates. We had to ask them to clean the table. read more
What is it about the hotel restaurants in Honolulu? It might be a Hawaii thing or even just a Waikiki thing, but I've never had such a good track record eating at hotel restaurants until my time here. Think about it as the difference between seeking them out for their menus vs reluctantly eating there because of the convenience. Located in the Surfjack Hotel, I immediately noticed how vibey and chill the decor was as soon as I walked in. It's like LA decided to escape and set up shop in Hawaii instead, bringing along some neon lighting in their carry-on luggage. Admittedly, I was a little confused by the huge pool in the middle of the restaurant (feels very LA to have a pool just for the aesthetic) but apparently Mahina & Sun's serves some poolside snacks. Allegedly. You'd have to try it and get back to me as I opted for the boring option: a dinner table. You can't go wrong with a restaurant's signature dish, so I went with their "off the hook" entree -- the fresh catch of the day with uala puree (Okinawan purple sweet potato), asparagus, and lemon butter coconut sauce. The uala puree, was in fact, not purple, and tasted more like a mashed potato puree instead of a sweet potato puree, which I preferred even though I was bamboozled. Service was kind though not the fastest, but that just gives you more time to soak in the vibes here. read more
This was my second time in two months going to M&S for happy hour and music. I got it right this time ordering a double cocktail and a veggie pizza, it's the way to go. To do happy hour right, arrive before 5:30pm, step up to the bar and tell one of the bartenders what you want. If it's busy, be patient. The guys are all hardworking and fast. Take your drink to your seat and they'll bring your food. It's efficient. This is a good place to go, the drinks and food are good and fresh, the setting is chill, the live music is excellent. read more
If you're looking for one of Waikiki's best hidden gems, Mahina & Sun's inside the Surfjack Hotel delivers a happy hour that's both stylish and approachable. The atmosphere is laid-back yet vibrant -- their breezy lanai lounge (The Cove) makes the perfect backdrop to sip and snack while soaking in Waikiki's sunshine. Service here is warm and attentive without being overbearing, and you can tell the staff really wants you to feel like a regular. What stood out most to me was the combination of quality and value during happy hour: * Fresh "2 Buck Shuck" oysters -- clean, briny, and perfect with a squeeze of lemon * House bubbles and prosecco ($8-$10) that felt like a steal in Waikiki * $5 Maui Brewing Co. cans or grab a bucket to share with friends * A flight of their signature dirty martinis ($24) -- balanced and strong, exactly what you want from a classic cocktail * And the "Royals," which they proudly call the coldest martinis in Hawai'i ($28) It's the kind of place where you can come straight from the beach, meet friends after work, or ease into a Waikiki night out. Between the retro Surfjack vibe, approachable pricing, and quality food & drinks, this is easily a go-to happy hour in Honolulu. -- Atmosphere, service, and flavors that deliver on all fronts. Bonus tip: they have free live music during most of the weekdays... Friday's musician was my favorite read more
We had a large group and had the family menu, which was great. The fried whole fish was crunchy and the veg sides were fresh and interesting. I'd recomend beers and well drinks. We tried a variety of their cocktail menu drinks which were fine, but basic drinks would be a better choice imho. read more
We stumbled upon this local hidden gem while on vacation in Waikiki recently and loved it so much, we actually went back two nights in a row ! We were staying at a hotel a block away and decided to explore . The bright pink neon sign was super inviting so we just walked right in . The sweet hostess checked us In and asked if we wanted a table to which we opted to just hang at the bar . The first night our bartender was this very tall man who was soo awesome . Im upset I didn't get his name, but he made us some bomb drinks and gave us some great recommendations to other bars around town with a similar vibe . The next night our bartender was Nini, who was equally as awesome ! We got different drinks this night along with some lumpia as a quick bite to eat . Overall, Mahina and Suns is a solid ! All the drinks we had were great, the lumpia was crispy and delicious, and the vibes were chill just how we like ! I totally would recommend this bar to people who want to just lay low in a cute environment and I would totally come back next time ! I need to try out their dinner menu ! read more
3 months ago
I wish I could give this place 10 stars!!!! Let's start with the food because it deserves every bit of the hype. Every single thing we ordered was incredible, but if I had to pick favorites, the lumpia, Devils on Horseback, and the Naked Pig pizza are absolute must orders. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared, packed with flavor, and leaves you ordering multiple rounds of food! The cocktails are just as impressive. Each one is beautifully crafted with incredible attention to detail, and not a single drink has disappointed. Whether you love a dirty martini or want to try a twist on a tropical favorite, you really can't go wrong. What truly sets this place apart, though, is the hospitality. Every member of the staff is warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive. They make you feel less like a customer and more like a regular they've known for years. Service is seamless, with drinks and food arriving at just the right pace without ever feeling rushed or forgotten. The ambiance perfectly captures a Hawaii restaurant without leaning into the usual tourist clichés. It's stylish, relaxed, and effortlessly inviting. The wallpaper is my favorite This is the kind of restaurant that feels like a hidden local gem but welcomes visitors with open arms. If you're looking for an unforgettable meal, exceptional cocktails, and hospitality that makes you want to come back again and again, don't skip this place. You won't be disappointed. My husband and I will be back read more
I came here for a TimeLeft dinner and had a great time. The restaurant is inside of a hotel pool area which I was skeptical of. But the vibe inside is really cute, the host was very sweet! I was the first to get there and was quickly brought a few carafes of water. Then the next person showed up for the dinner, our waitress came by and took away the waters for some reason. Our table was arriving on Hawaiian time, so we didn't really even order drinks until 7:30. We were there for dinner and the menu looked great. I had the seared ahi which was great - big portion, had to take home half of it. The entrees in my opinion are a little overpriced, but what else do you expect in Waikiki. Truthfully wish we came for happy hour because that menu looks so good! Everything was great - the only thing I'd note (though I do understand our table was taking our sweet time)..was that our waitress just seemed very annoyed with us. People were asking her for suggestions or to help them make a decision between two things and she literally said "I'd honestly just suggest the whole menu to you because I don't know you or what you like" which yes, I mean valid - but clearly they mean what's the more popular choice, etc and you should be prepared as a server to have a few recommendations up your sleeve. A few of us tried to pay our bill with cash but apparently they are a cashless restaurant. read more
Great happy hour in Waikiki! Came here on a date night-- it was far more casual than we expected. Poolside bar, not too much of a dine-in restaurant vibe. They did have a good happy hour though, we enjoyed the $8 cocktails! We tried "here comes the sun", and loved the Lilikoi/cinnamon combo. Their Paloma was also great! The happy hour veggie pizza was $15, and pretty good! We liked the arugula, but wished there were more veggies on there. The olives were a bit salty for our taste. Avocado tacos were a hit though! I've never tried fried avocados before, and it was amazing in the corn tortilla. I'd recommend for a quick bite, especially if you're already staying in the area/hotel. read more
Easily now one of my favorite restaurants. Opened by Ed Kenney, of Mud Hen Water in Kaimuki, this new-er restaurant in the Skipjack Hotel in Waikiki, and much like his other restaurants, uses locally sourced ingredients and foods. And it's important to note, if you love Hawai'i then these are the kinds of restaurants we should be supporting because a sustainable future requires all of us to rely less on things coming in through Matson and Pasha containers. Anyway, this restaurant is romantic, especially if you get a booth, make a reservation in advance. Not a lot of seats, but there's also seating near the pool. Lunch time you order from the bar and it's mostly American like cuisine but the real reason to visit is for the creative dinner options. I highly recommend the oysters, they're huge and the sauce is perfect AND the uala and kalo, I don't know what's in the sauce but it has the right amount of olio and spice. We got the family meal with the fish of the day. Fried perfectly but we were a little confused in the end when we realized that we paid $35 per person for the preset meal AND the market value for the fish. So our amazing dinner was almost a hundred dollars more than we originally planned. Good thing we don't go out on date nights very often. We'd still return. It was really that good. We just might pass on the fish next time. read more
7 months ago
Over pretty great! The good and service were good, live music by the pool was nice. Would recommend! read more
My family is the biggest Obama fan so we couldn't have passed up the opportunity to dine at Mahina & Sun's during our stay at the Surfjack. Everything was delicious. We especially liked the fresh tuna and octopus dishes. My dad ordered the barrel aged Negroni drink which allegedly was what Obama had. We really enjoyed the vibe here. Not only did we get to dine at the convenience of the hotel lobby, they also had rotating artists performing music everyday. The wait staff were super friendly. Hotel guests get 15% off the total bill. In addition if you book your stay at the right time, you could also get $100 restaurant credit with 5+ nights of stay! read more
1 year ago
Food is yummy here! Total hidden gem for pupus and drinks in the Surfjack hotel. We ordered their veggie pizza, pork spring rolls, pork tacos, and banana bread. My faves were the pizza and banana bread. If you sit at the bar you can order off their bar menu. They also have a happy hr menu too. read more
9 months ago
Limited but tasty menu. Servers polite and helpful. Numerous hand crafted cocktails with very creative mixologists. Family feast for dinner is memorable experience with whole fish deep fried but still succulent when eating. read more
2 years ago
I recently vacationed here in Hawaii and on the second part of my trip popped in here and stayed in a nearby hotel there on Wakiki Beach. I just happened to randomly walk in here on my last night in the island after reading some nice reviews and boy am I glad that I did. The restaurant was pretty busy that evening, but it didn't affect the cool, chill and laid back vibe with a very friendly greeting and pretty island music in the background that was playing live in the back near the pool. Since they were busy the manager helped out almost the whole time and kept checking up on me to make sure that I was okay. I had the oysters with a beautiful glass of Sauvignon Blanc wine for starters and a colorful salad. The specialty fish of the day was pan-seared in a deliciously creamy sauce and seasoned perfectly. And the presentation with the flower, Hawaiian mashed sweet potatoes and grilled asparagus brought a smile to my face (which was much needed that night after a stressful day of traveling and hopping islands) Overall my experience was quite wonderful here, with detail oriented service that was Not at all experience in other places on the big island or in some other parts of Oahu where the service was seriously lacking. I had both really great service and amazing food here. Both the service and especially the food were on point that particular night and finely executed. If I am ever traveling back to Oahu and staying on or near Wakiki Beach again, I will definitely re-visit for a dining experience here just for the food alone, but the service was what made it even better. I very Highly recommend this place! read more
5 months ago
1 year ago
Tried out this place on a Timeleft event. Had never been there before. Would not know to go there. Like the casual atmosphere. Just so happen this was one of the stops o. The Ko Hana Lost and Found. Thee special drink was very unique read more
I was visiting with my partner and their group of friends (total of 12). I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to anyone ever. Overpriced, WORST service, and portions were extremely small. Just a typical place to eat and not accommodating at all. It was the worst meal of our entire vacation. read more
2 years ago
While looking for a good place to eat in Waikiki, we came across this gem that happens to be part of a boutique hotel. The restaurant is indoor/outdoor and is adjacent to the hotel pool. We had no trouble getting reservations, but don't let that fool you. The cocktails are unique and beautiful. The food offerings are just as great. There were so many delicious sounding options to choose from, we couldn't decide, but had our eyes on the whole fried fish. The food was delicious, the service was impeccable and friendly, and they had a habanero hot sauce. That was the only spicy touch we could find on the island. We enjoyed this restaurant so much. We decided to come back the next day for dinner again. read more
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We booked Mahina & Sun's because we wanted fresh local ingredients with a contemporary twist and they delivered on all levels, quality of food, excellent preparation, attentive service and classy retro Waikiki ambiance. Wow. Located a few blocks from Waikiki beach, Mahina & Sun's was nestled into the retro Surfjack hotel and presented cozy tables indoors as well as around the dreamy illuminated blue water pool. Lovely atmosphere with soothing contemporary Hawaiian music throughout the evening on Saturday night. Everything we ordered was fresh, well presented and perfectly en pointe: Oysters on the half shell Avocado Tacos Naked Pig (bacon) Pizza Smoked Ahi Spread 1/2 Roasted Chicken Pork Shoulder Luau Seared Ahi Beef Burger The Queen's Gambit Martini was an absolute stunner, partially encased in a mountain of ice and generous enough for 2 servings! Bonus: This restaurant, newly opened at the time, was chosen by Barack Obama to host the Zuckerbergs during a visit during his last term as Potus. This was the perfect experience for one of our last meals in Waikiki. Memorable! read more
1 year ago
I ordered the seared ahi and my husband ordered the pasta, both were fantastic! The service and atmosphere were also great! I love this place read more
I came here because of the ad on television stating that they were celebrating Bastille day ! What better combination to be in Hawaii and celebrating Bastille day! Since having lived in France I have of course celebrated this very special holiday first every year. First time to celebrate this French holiday in Hawaii. However, lol Lisa the mgr had to do most of the service as my server was an attentive and was not pleased with me not excepting Burnt Rye bread toast with my escargot order! I had to of course explained that Ryebread is never served as a substitute, for baguette! Especially burnt! She then tried to explain to me that the menu, even though it said, baguette was not updated yet because they did not have any baguette?? Lisa promptly went in, obtain the correct accompaniment to my Escargot, which was as described on the menu as baguette! For the main dish, I ordered bouillabaisse, which was fantastic! The route was perfect and the octopus was it added treat! I haven't decided if I will return here again, but it was a nice way to celebrate, Quatorze Juliet in Hawaii! read more
Dining at Mahina and Sons on a Friday night is a great way to end your work week. Reservations were easy and directions to parking was clear. We were greeted both by the hotel front desk as well as the restaurant host. Seating was comfortable and there was a very relaxing, cool vibe. we sat poolside with live music. We ordered the seared ahi and the "off the hook." They seem to use sashimi grade or something close to it for their seared ahi. It was raw in the middle, but not grainy. Definitely seemed fresh. The chili pepper aïoli was on point and all the veggies, including limu , were fresh and very flavorful. The dish titled "off the hook" is made with Ono. It was cooked perfectly. The sauce was rich, but not overpowering. Loved it. On to dessert! We had the banana pudding and the mango sorbet. I don't know if they make the sorbet in house, but it tasted like a frozen mango - - very good! The banana pudding was inhaled because it was light, but not airy. Fresh bananas and a not super sweet banana pudding/whip cream on top. Two fresh fish dinners, two desserts, and a glass of wine came out to $100 total. Again, it's a great place when you wanna relax but not fall asleep. read more
1 year ago
Lisa was amazing! We were there for a private event and the staff was on their game...from the friendly security greeting you to the wait staff..food was yummy and it was a really cool vibe inside! read more
11 months ago
1 year ago
We really like this restaurant--it has great vibes, a cute pool, and excellent service. The food comes in large portions and is nicely cooked. The chicken, in particular, is tender and flavorful. It's also in a great location, within walking distance of the main street. They host lunch parties on Saturdays and often have live music with talented singers performing great songs. read more
2 years ago
Came for the happy hour. We come here for the nightly music and just never ate here. The happy hour was pleasantly good. We got the pepperoni pizza it like a flat bread pizza. The fish and chips was food, the fries was perfectly fried. Crispy and soft in the middle. I thought I wouldn't like it as I usually don't like crinkled fries but in this case they were satisfying. We also got the lumpia it comes with 4 and they are larger in size compared the last place we ordered them. They were meaty. The sauce is good but I like the Thai sweet chili sauce with my lumpia. Happy hour is seating at the bar only. Time is 11:30 -5:30. We don't drink but everyone around us seems to enjoy their drinks. It is dog friendly here too. read more
Mahina in Hawaiian means moon. We came here for dinner. It is located at The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club. The ambiance is casual with nightly entertainment 6:30PM - 9PM. We started with cocktails. I had the Escape, which is their twist on a pina colada and painkiller. It was great. One of us had the Trinidad Sour, which we all thought was unique. As an entree I had the seared ahi. It came with kalo (taro) that was fried. We all enjoyed our food and had a great time. It exceeded my expectations. read more
3 years ago
We couldn't have asked for a more delightful experience! Four of us enjoyed the Family Style Dinner -- the fish for the night was red snapper, deliciously fried and accompanied by three house-made sauces, pesco crudo (melt-in-your-mouth blue marlin), pickled vegetables, cucumber salad, rice, bok choy, taro with an amazing garlic aioli, and refreshing and light banana pudding. The live music was beautiful, the service friendly, and the atmosphere so comfortable and tropical! Highly, highly recommend!! read more
4 years ago
I was invited for a happy hour excursion on a Friday afternoon and we chose Mahina & Sun's. Essentially a restaurant, bar, and pool bar, it's easily located just off Lewers in the Surfjack Hotel. They have all kinds of seats: comfortable cushy wood chairs, picnic tables, bar stools, sofas, and indoor tables and seats. In the afternoon it's warm with the sun hitting the chairs closer to the pool. One main reason we went here was it's dog friendly, there were a few about and ours was happy to be along. You order at the bar, food is brought to the table, drinks to you while you wait. The menu is available online; be sure to look at the happy hour menu separately as the prices and selection are different. We ordered a few beers (served in cans or on draft, glasses available), and each ordered a taro burger, which is their own veggie burger. I loved the flavors and consistency of the "meat", it was a really delicious take on it and the happy hour price was even better. The only real negative was the service wasn't great; it seemed no one that was working that day was happy to be there, which really felt like a drag on our fun Aloha Friday. Maybe that was just day; we do look forward in going again soon. They take reservations, which seem like a good idea as the night progresses. This is definitely a hidden gem of a spot in Waikiki. read more
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Where do we park?
You can park at Hyatt Centric on Seaside Ave, between Kalakawa and Kuhio. Pretty sure the validate for that at the restaurant.
What are the vegan and gluten-free options available?
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Yes, Currently running breakfast from 8am to noon, then our happy hour menu from noon to 10pm daily. Happy hour drinks from 8am to 10pm.
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