I was just on vacation and went to the Monkeypod my first night in Hawaii; and I am so happy I did. I had the pleasure of having a server Toto, he was so friendly and professional. He was also very helpful in suggestions as to some of his favorite items were on the menu. Toto was such a great person and is definitely an asset to the establishment. Also, the food was delicious and the drinks were incredible. All of this, and you have a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean as your backdrop. If you have the pleasure of dining here, I would highly recommend requesting Toto as your server. The food, drinks and having him as your server would make for an enjoyable experience. Mahalo Monkeypod and Toto, until next time!! read more

Shoutout to our server Evan! He was amazing. Very friendly, helpful, and accommodating to our table. Great food, music, and ambiance in general. Will be back! read more

IT'S ALL ABOUT THE FOAM! 4.8 You know that feeling when you have a song in your head and you can't stop thinking about it or humming it? Well, the Monkeypod Kitchen Mai Tai is that "song" for me. No matter how many months pass between trips to Hawaii, it's the one thing I'm always craving. First stop after our five plus hour flight is to always sit at the bar and hum my way through a Mai Tai. We've tried competitors' Mai Tais, but Monkeypod has THE BEST Mai Tai on the island (possibly the country)! It contains a double shot of rum, so pace yourself if you're a lightweight. What makes this extraordinary is the lilikoi (passion fruit) foam on the top. It's the reason I am "passion"ately in love with this cocktail. We've eaten at a table in their main dining room, however, we really enjoy bar seating during Happy Hour, which is from 3:30pm-5:00pm, daily (except select holidays) and again from 9:00pm-11:00pm. It is first come first serve at the bar. If you prefer table seating, be sure to make a reservation. The wait can be long without one. Their Happy Hour items include all of their appetizers at half price, excluding any seafood. Cocktails are $4 off, beers $2 off, wine by the glass $3 off and the pizzas (excluding the Bourgeois) are $17. All of the items we've tried are super delicious and the bartenders are all very friendly and professional. They also provide live music daily, at 12:30pm, 3:30pm and 7:30pm. Live music always adds such a refreshing and lively atmosphere, perfect for those vacationing vibes. Come for the sounds of the ocean waves, spectacular views, live music and of course, their fabulous Mai Tais. * Check their website for current Happy Hour menu items and pricing, as well as current live music times, as they may change periodically. read more

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The location and atmosphere are excellent, but the overall experience didn't fully impress me given the expensive prices. The Bad: The fish tacos lacked flavor (couldn't taste the fish), and the roasted chicken wings were far too salty to eat without dip. The Good: The Margherita pizza and coconut corn chowder were solid. The Best: Do not skip the Banana Cream Pie--it was pure heaven! read more

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We really enjoyed this spot! The atmosphere was great, especially being right along the beach. We came in for the late-night happy hour and both ordered Mai Tais, which were pretty good. I ordered the chicken wings and thought they were very good. The Greek yogurt dipping sauce was an especially great touch and went perfectly with the wings. My wife ordered the mushroom pizza, which she felt was just okay and didn't have quite as much flavor as she was hoping for. The restaurant was very busy, but our waitress did a great job staying attentive and taking care of us. I believe her name was Maria, and she was fantastic. Overall, a great place to enjoy some drinks, food, and a beachside atmosphere! read more

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Monkeypod is located in the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort. There is valet parking with validation (cost depends on how long you stay and the time/day of the week). Great views of Waikiki beach and Diamond Head! Service is good, drinks came out fast but observation wise, food runners kept mixing up what tables to deliver food to. The wings and fries were great as appetizers. Fish taco and burgers needed more seasoning/flavor (so add salt/pepper or ask for sauces for your taste bud preference). Overall, we wanted to try Monkepod out (especially not being able to try them in Maui several times due to no open reservations and being very busy), but it's not a "keep coming back" place, feels commercialized like any other chain restaurant in Waikiki. read more

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Mai tails 10/10 strongly recommend trying it is nothing like a mai tai on the main land I had so many of these it shouldn't have been legal I enjoyed the whipped topping Jawaiian chicken - pretty good decent portion for one person not much to share but the flavor was good Fish & chips - my 7 year old god son loved it I wasn't a fan the inside of the batter was not fully cooked and it was soggy 2/10 Overall they are over priced but normal for a resort restaurant .. they have a mid day happy hour they are extremely busy most of the day we were lucky to grab a seat at the bar read more

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Monkeypod Kitchen is the perfect spot for good fun and beautiful sunset views! This amazing restaurant is located in Waikiki inside the Westin resort. The restaurant is right next to the water so it is a very popular spot for dinner and they usually have a waiting list, so beware! Also, once you are on the waiting list, seating is first come first served, so you can't make any special requests to sit closer to the windows. With that being said, we got lucky and secured a really nice table with perfect sunset views, not too close to get splashed by waves (it happened to some people). For the food, we ordered a few pizzas, as well as the wings and a side of broccoli. All the pizzas are handmade and are more of a "personal" size. The pizzas were absolutely delicious and made to perfection. The wings were more of a mediterranean style and were delicious! Frankly I had never had anything like that before and I was obsessed. Also, the broccoli was cooked with some pepper flakes that gave it a very delicious flavor. Overall, everything was amazing and the staff was also five-star! read more

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Monkeypod Waikiki was awesome! The restaurant has beautiful décor with a relaxed, breezy Hawaiian vibe, and the location in the heart of Waikiki is perfect. The ocean view made the experience even more special. The Mai Tai with the signature lilikoi foam was absolutely delicious and so unique--definitely a must-try! Every dish we ordered was flavorful and well prepared. Between the amazing food, refreshing drinks, and stunning views, this was one of our favorite dining experiences in Waikiki. read more

I can see why this place is the current hot spot... and I will not be surprised if it stays hot, hot, hot, because it is incredible. The restaurant is basically on top Of the ocean and the views take your breath away. Pro tip: try and get a sunset reservation and bring a charged phone for lots of pictures and videos. The food was soooooo good! My favorite dish was 100% the cornbread with shrimp: it was savory and spicy and a perfect amount. Even the kids seimen noodles were delicious and a large portion. Our drinks were always filled and we received the best desserts. read more

Monkeypod Kitchen - Shrimp and cornbread - Tacos Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The view from the restaurant is very picturesque, just an amazing view of the beach. The service was also great, we asked for recommendations and the server explained the dishes recommended. The farmer's benedict was a solid choice, not spicy at all but please keep in mind that everyone's tolerance is not the same. The potatoes were a perfect side to the dish! But I must say that the green/fresh juice was amazing! I was worried because it had parsley (I have the soap genetic, sadly) but the server was very accommodating and let us sample the drink prior. I could not taste a hint of parsley! Such a good detox drink! read more

Monkeypod Kitchen - Farmers Benedict & Fresh Juice - Tacos Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We made reservations accidentally during happy hour and were pleased to see some things we wanted to try were discounted, including the taro dumplings and the pizza! The menu was a fun take on seafood dishes and traditional beachfront restaurants. The hosts were the sweetest, and our server, Kylee, was so attentive and kind! She gave her recommendations for dishes, told us about happy hour, and refilled our drinks before we got a chance to ask! The band, Kaleo and Emile, were the sweetest and most talented singers. I appreciated that I could hear the music without it overpowering conversations at the table! Finally, the indoor-outdoor seating was perfectly temperate, with stunning ocean views, live music, and comfortable seating! I definitely recommend MonkeyPod for great service, wonderful food curated in a thoughtful menu, and beachy vibes! read more

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We have gone to monkey pod kitchen in Maui several times in Honolulu. Came back. I am glad the Merriman chefs keeps the menu refreshed and updated. We had the fish and chips with the fish being Opah, which was delicious fries were a little soggy, but OK. Sauces were good. Also had the truffle mushroom pizza which was delicious, fresh catch, which was red snapper fresh and delicious with a fresh salad. Margaritas are the best with the Lilikoi foam always number one in Honolulu. Service was immaculate as usual ambience was casual. We did have reservations, which was appreciated. We will always come back. read more

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We loved Monkeypod! We received this recommendation from a server at another restaurant. The lilikoi foam mai tai was delightful!! We shared the lobster deviled eggs- some of the best I've ever had! They really don't even need the lobster they're so good. We shared a steak, loved the jalapeño mashed potatoes. Finally, banana cream pie with the BEST whipped cream. Live music was playing and it was such a vibe. Totally unexpected but we loved it and will make this a repeat visit. Shout out to our server Cozy for making everything extra special. You should request him when you go! read more

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They absolutely nailed it!! There's a reason they have so many amazing reviews here. Drinks, food, service, ambience - this place does it all and they do it right! Our sever Tony was an absolute gem helped to guide our orders by our taste, and didn't disappoint! Everything was so good, we insisted on finding the manager to give our compliments before leaving and almost came back the very next day! read more

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Kama'aina reporting here-- Excellent service, wonderful views of the surf, and the food was surprisingly exquisite! I got the fish burger to pack back on some protein post-surf and it did not disappoint. Fresh and delicious. Expensive but hey-- you're in Waikiki. Wasn't mad about it cuz the food was delicious and can't beat that view. Good beer selection as well. Furthermore, I forgot my hat here and two days later called to see if it was there and they kept it and had it ready for me to pick up! Mahalo! read more

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I enjoyed visiting Monkeypod beautiful water front seating! Great staff the place is has beautiful decor, inviting, and it is clean. Expect an hour wait for beach front seating! They have a great bar and their Mai Tai's are spectacular but pricey! I recommend going for happy hour! The food was good not great but I found their lobster pizza to be delicious. It was must stop in Waikiki for beach access, views, and ambiance. read more

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We visited the Monkeypod Kitchen Waikīkī location, and the views alone make it worth the trip! If you're lucky enough to get an outdoor table near the ocean, just be prepared, you might get splashed by a little water every now and then. For us, it just added to the fun and reminded us how close we were to the beach. The live music created the perfect island atmosphere, making it a relaxing place to enjoy dinner and drinks. We also took advantage of happy hour, which starts at 3:30 PM. They offer half-off select appetizers (the non-seafood options) and $4 off drinks, which is a great deal. They are known for their Mai Tia and was told I needed to get one with extra foam... (they sneak up on you). That's my disclaimer :) Yes, it's on the pricier side, but that's something we expected for the location and experience. The Lobster Deviled Eggs were absolutely delicious, and the Korean Tacos were another standout. Overall, it was a great experience with beautiful views, great food, live music, and excellent happy hour specials. I'm already looking forward to visiting the Ko Olina location next! read more

Monkeypod Kitchen - Mai Tai with extra foam - Tacos Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great food. Great ambience. Great mai tais. Service was impeccable. Make sure to make a reservation days ahead cause they are BUSY. read more

Monkeypod Kitchen - Mai Tai. My favorite from all restaurants in Waikiki. - Tacos Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

In my opinion, this place is better than Duke's ‍ it gets very busy so make sure you reserve ahead for big groups or you can sit at the bar. Even with full seating and lines waiting, the whole operation is smooth and organized. The bartenders are sending out drinks non stop, while providing attentive service to the guests at the bar. They also have live music on weekends from local artists. Location is ocean front and you can see the view from most seatings in the restaurant We went for their happy hour menu, good value and variety of food options. Definitely try the truffle pizza - extra cheesy and crispy thin. Wings and shrimp are tasty too. The draft beer is highlight as they have a good mix of local Hawaiian and European beer read more

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We were primarily interested in the drinks at Monkeypod, so we made a reservation at 9pm after our actual dinner reservation at 7pm elsewhere. We wrapped up our dinner sooner than we had expected, and Monkeypod was a 5 minute walk down the street, so we asked if we could be seated sooner. The hostess said yes and gave us a buzzer, but there was still about a 20 minute wait before we were seated. We started with a round of the infamous Monkeypod Mai Tais. I had seen a clip of a girl on TikTok rolling around in the waves with the caption "me after 3 Monkeypod Mai Tais" and decided that I will most certainly have what she is having. They were so good y'all. I had been in such a lilikoi (passionfruit) mood that entire trip, and that honey-lilikoi foam on top of that Monkeypod Mai Tai is to die for. It's genius, really is what it is. And delicious. And strong. I could barely taste the sting of alcohol in this tropical wonder, but by sip #3, I was feeling the heat. Perfect. I could see why she had 3. Great vibes. On our second round of drinks, we all decided to get something different from each other. Collectively, we ordered the No' Ka Oi, the Ube Rey, and the Fifty-Foot Pole. You'll have to forgive me, but as you can see by the way I described the Mai Tais, by this point, I was not in the best position to be remembering how drinks tasted if you catch my drift. But, I can offer this brief summary. Out of the three drinks ordered on our second round, I liked the Fifty-Foot Pole the best, but nothing held a candle to the Monkeypod Mai Tai.  As for food, we decided to order a couple of appetizers because we were curious and would've felt bad if we had only gotten drinks. Given that we were in Hawai'i, the Kalua Pork & Pineapple Pizza seemed incredibly appropriate. It was better than I was expecting. The spiciness from the jalapenos complemented the sweetness from the pineapple perfectly. All the toppings went together surprisingly well. I also liked the banana cream pie. The chicken wings though... meh.  I shouldn't have felt bad at all though, because when the bill came out... Zoo Wee Mama! The 6 drinks alone were $120 total. The chicken wings were $24 (diabolical). The pizza was $25. The pie was $15. In total, our bill came out to $195 before tip. Keep in mind that we didn't get any entrees, but looking at this, I'm glad we didn't.  If I were to return, I would only order drinks, which would still result in a sizable bill as each one is the price of a reasonable entree. I can't speak on the entrees, but I do think the food we did order was overpriced for what it was. Averaging out the amazing drinks with the.. "hmm.. should this be $25" food, I think that 4 stars is a fair rating. read more

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Enjoyed it a lot tonight. The live music is always great and appreciated. The servers are always really nice and attentive. Food was really good. Got the mushroom and then the margarita pizzas. Got the jalapeño mashed potatoes and the ravioli app and the garlic fries. Leaving full and happy. read more

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Come for the good food, gorgeous view and good service! Unlike many of the other large, touristy restaurant chains in Waikiki, this is one of the better ones. Make sure to make reservations and ask for a view of the water! You absolutely must get the ahi tuna, lobster deviled eggs, macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi, wood-fired pizza, and banana cream pie. People love their mai tais, but I didn't try it out. Their wine list could be better but hey, when in Hawaii, get a tropical drink! It'll photo better with that ocean view. read more

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One of the first restaurants I ate at when I arrived after moving to Hawaii. Great Mai tai and happy hour here is awesome. Dessert is even better. My kids enjoyed their noodle bowl with broccoli. I had the burger but really enjoyed the wings appetizer offered with the Greek yogurt sauce they have. The views are beautiful. My favorite part was how nice and welcoming our server was. She was super sweet and excited for my family and I to be living in Hawaii. read more

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Monkeypod is always a vibe. The service, the drinks, the attention to detail... always so good. Best place to get a good mai tai. This time around though, skip the lobster deviled eggs honestly not it. Weird flavor combo for lobster. Get a different app and you'll have a much better time lol. read more

Monkeypod Kitchen - Crispy dumplings - Tacos Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Got the jerk chicken - I love the size of the plate, felt like a real dinner! The flavor of the jerk chicken was chef's kisses. The only complaint I had was the ceiling fans are so strong its kinda uncomfortable during the meal. read more

I went 2 times the week I was in Hawaii. My servers were fantastic. Mai tais were incredible. Didn't get a pic but the poke tacos and lobster deviled eggs were my favorite. Ordered the Margherita pizza and garlic fries as well and those were decent. Very busy both times I went. read more

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While on vacation in Honolulu, we stopped by Monkeypod Kitchen for lunch and absolutely loved it! Between the delicious food, beautiful waterfront setting with a view of Diamond Head, and welcoming atmosphere, it was one of our favorite meals of the trip. Our waitress was incredibly friendly and gave some of her favorite recommendations, which we really appreciated. We ended up ordering the pork and pineapple pizza that was perfectly savory and sweet for our main course. We also had the truffle fries that were crispy and paired perfectly with their aioli. Of course, we couln't leave without trying their famous Mai Tais that were perfect to drink while enjoying the ocean view. If you're looking for a relaxed lunch with great food and a view, Monkeypod is worth the visit! read more

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My sister ordered the poke tacos, raviolis truffle fries as appetizers. I LOVED the poke tacos. For dinner, I had a Mai Tai and fish and chips. The fish were swordfish a the fish were so dense and yummy. I've never had swordfish fish and chips before. The aioli sauce that came with it was so yummy! Emily was our server and asked what our group of 17 was for an event. We told her we were celebrating my sister's wedding so she brought us pieces of pie to share. The strawberry pie was so yummy. We were so sad to learn that the orange cream sickle was out, but we tried the mango one and it was good as well. I love supporting a locally owned restaurant where they locally source their fresh veggies, fruit, and other ingredients. I hope to come back another time and try other foods. read more

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my favorite meal of the vacation! came here for father's day lunch with my husband and daughter, and the live music really added to the ambiance. our server was amazing, answered all of our questions, and gave us great recommendations. the food was AMAZING!! my daughter got the complimentary butter and cheese noodles, which you can never go wrong with. my husband and i shared the poke tacos and the fish sandwich with a side of truffle fries. the truffle fries could have used a little more truffle flavor, but they were still really good! both the tacos and the fish sandwich were so fresh and flavorful. i would definitely recommend either of those dishes. if you like something light and fruity to drink, definitely get the ube cocktail! our server recommended it to me, and it ended up being my favorite drink of the trip. 10/10 would come back again! read more

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Wow, thought this was a "for the view" restaurant but I'm so impressed! We sat by the water and MAN it truly felt like we were in the water - I couldn't even see sand, that's how close we were! Book around 5:30 to end right at sunset :) The mai tai exceeded expectations and I almost NEVER drink alcohol and I loved it! Bartenders and servers were so kind. They told me to make sure to mix all of the foam into the drink - I've seen tiktokers post these drinks and they drink the whole thing without stirring and I definitely think that would be a miss. There was nothing we didn't enjoy! Honestly just order exactly what we did and you'll be in heaven. Don't miss the crispy and cheesy bits at the bottom of the truffle fries! read more

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Came here for Fourth of July dinner, and didn't expect to have such a beautiful view of the fireworks! Service was good even though they were very busy. Me and my husband waited about 30 mins for our table. We got the macadamia crusted fish with mango salsa, and it was so delicious! The lemon sauce was so flavorful and fresh, and the fish was cooked perfectly! The margarita pizza we ordered was not good at all - definitely will skip that next time. Was cold and not enough sauce or cheese. Also got the salad with macadamia nuts and oranges - that was very good and tasted fresh but not worth the price for how small the portion was. read more

Monkeypod Kitchen - Seated near fireworks - Tacos Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Monkeypod Kitchen The Waikiki location has such a great atmosphere, and we were lucky to get what felt like the best table in the house. We watched the sunset from our table, and it was honestly one of the most beautiful sunsets I've seen--just stunning. The wine we had that evening was also really good. The food was decent, but for me, this place is more about the vibe and the view. read more

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Although a typical tourist trap (which a tourist I am) it definitely lives up to the hype. I ordered the taro ravioli, chicken with yogurt feta, garlic fries, bulgogi tacos and macadamia nut crusted fish and omg.... EVERYTHING WAS SO DAMN GOOD. the taro ravioli has stolen my heart and i will think about it forever. Also the ambiance of this place is just so cute and right by the water so you see the boats go by. 10/10!! read more

We made reservations for 9:30 am. On a Tuesday. We requested an ocean side view which they were able to give us since it wasn't too busy. We were quickly seated and I decided to order a cocktail, I got the No Ka Oi which was so delicious. It was sweet and tart and it was also $4 off for happy hour so $16 total. For breakfast I decided to get the Mai Tai pancakes. It comes with a delicious lilikoi foam, which was tart and delicious. The pancakes were not too sweet which I really enjoyed. Because it paired well with the syrup and foam. The view was beautiful and I really enjoyed the drink and food, I definitely would return again maybe for dinner. read more

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Very disappointing! The first place we were seated was extremely hot. We suspected it was too close to the kitchen but we were easily 15 feet away. The servers looked miserable! I asked to be reseated and they soon moved us to another table that was opening up. Our server was full of life and energy. It wasn't enough to overcome the food but it at least made the experience pleasant. I wasn't extremely hungry, having had the worst fish sandwich ever down the street. So, I ordered the kids' saimin. It was a bowl of noodles in broth with a couple pieces of bitter broccoli. I guess it was just a bad food night! Dessert didn't make things better. The coconut cream pie had only a hint of coconut with a thick layer of topping. Another disappointment. read more

Monkeypod Kitchen - Coconut-free cream pie with a whole lot of topping - Tacos Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Monkeypod Kitchen was such a standout during our time near Aulani. It's right across the street from Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, and honestly, it's the perfect escape from resort dining without sacrificing quality or vibe. The atmosphere is everything! open-air, breezy, with an upstairs feel and live music that makes the whole place feel alive but still relaxed. It's one of those spots where you can show up casual but still feel like you're somewhere special. The food was rich, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The fish tacos were phenomenal, and the deviled eggs were such a fun, elevated twist,definitely recommend both. Everything we had felt thoughtful and well-executed. What really impressed me though, we had a party of 18, and they were able to accommodate us within about 30 minutes. That alone deserves a shoutout. The service was attentive and handled our large group effortlessly. They also have a great bar area if you just want to grab a drink, but it's absolutely worth sitting down for a full meal. Such a solid option if you want amazing food without being tied to the resort scene. Would 100% go back. read more

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We liked Monkeypod Kitchen so much that we enjoyed dinner twice in our weeklong vacation. We stayed at a nearby hotel and had a pleasant walk along Waikiki beach to get to Monkeypod. It is a busy place so we made reservations both times, I requested ocean seating - highly recommended. We had a beautiful ocean view while eating. There is a half window so it feels open air. Cocktails were lovely, I enjoyed the Manfuego and my husband had a Mai Tai. We also had a beer and they serve their beer COLD. Later we realized they advertised 29 degree beer, it was as advertised! So good on a warm afternoon. Food was great, I ordered the fish tacos. Amazing. We also tried several of the apps between our two visits and the Shrimp and Mushroom Potstickers were our favorite. The lobster deviled eggs were also good. If you are in Waikiki, plan to eat at Monkeypod! read more

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Can't say enough good things! Loved the fish tacos and potstickers. The strawberry pie was a worthwhile splurge. read more

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This place is a staple! Any time we are on island we make sure to pay our tribute here! They have live music 7:30-9:30pm! I love that they have live music in a lot of places here! We love sitting at the bar! The bartenders always take care of us! Our favorite drink is the Lilikoi No Ka Oi - we sub the vodka for tequila! The Taro ravioli is a MUST!! Always end up craving a second round of those :D We love a good happy hour here! But will always make time for the live music too! Overall! 10/10 food is delicious- drinks are spot on! Vibes are on point! Make this a pit spot next time time you on island! read more

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