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    Monkeypod Kitchen

    4.3 (1.9k reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Jawaiian chicken
    Vanni C.

    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

    Fish burger
    Alicia T.

    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!

    Lilikoi Mai tai : @houstongirleats
    Andrea E.

    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!

    View from restaurant
    Fernanda F.

    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!

    Shrimp and cornbread
    Joyce Y.

    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.

    Baked chicken wings
    Jessica M.

    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.

    Farmers Benedict & Fresh Juice
    Emerald Zenelle P.

    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!

    Drinks
    Shaundra N.

    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!

    Mai Tai. My favorite from all restaurants in Waikiki.
    Steve S.

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

    Kathryn R.

    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.

    AmberAyame T.

    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.

    Menu
    Jackie Z.

    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.

    Truffle pizza
    Min Z.

    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

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    2 years ago

    Very good food the chicken wings were amazing and the view of the water was buitiful.

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    Elena is the greatest hostess ever. She got a really big group of us in super quickly and was super kind about it!

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    Excellent view and decent service. The pizza and food was okay. I would have given them a 5 but the service from the waitress was slow.

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    2 years ago

    Went there for happy hour. We would rate it as ok... it's a decent view but pretty expensive and food was just ok. Service was good.

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    3 years ago

    Beat Mia Tia's in Honolulu..... great Vibes overlooking the beach. Amazing sunset views!

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    3 years ago

    Great service and atmosphere. The food is simply amazing. Highly recommend, especially for tourists who want a great dining experience.

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    3 years ago

    Honestly the food here was amazing aswell as the service. The overall feeling of the restaurant was very cozy. We loved it here.

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    2 years ago

    Food was amazing there was so many different flavors and options I feel you should try the fish tacos best Honolulu Hawaiian restaurant.

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    3 years ago

    Ordered a class of wine, ceaser salad and bacon cheeseburger. Food and service was excellent

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    3 years ago

    Good all around service delicious food. Adequate parking available for everyone. The decorative dining area with comfortable chairs.

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    3 years ago

    We had a wonderful dinner! Kate provided phenomenal service and made our dinner experience so wonderful on our vacation! Highly recommend!

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    3 years ago

    $27 for a grey goose martini! No idea about the food but the drinks are where the margin is made and that markup is insultin.

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    Delicious fish. We would highly recommend the restaurant both for the food and ambience.

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    3 years ago

    Good service. Good food. Reservation strongly recommended. Great views of the ocean! Shoutout to Carlos server

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    Ask the Community - Monkeypod Kitchen

    Is there take out?

    Yes , you can take-out but the View of the Ocean is worth the price. Just ask for a Ocean View Table

    Where do we park and do you accommodate for handicap parking?

    They have valet parking service at the hotel.

    Is there happy hour on Memorial Day?

    How much is valet parking?

    Do you need a reservation?

    Walk-ins are welcome, but I would highly recommend reservations as it can be busy during peak eating times.

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes

    Where's the best or least expensive place to park? I don't mind walking some .

    Best to Uber. Less hassle.

    Do they have any gluten-free pasta or gluten-free pizza?

    As of springtime 2024, there's no mention of gluten-free options. Italian Tipo 00 flour is specified for their pizzas. Sorry.

    Is it dog friendly?

    I had dinner here on 3/17/24 and the table next to us had a dog. It barked every couple mins for a half hour and the restaurant did nothing. I'd say that's pretty dog-friendly.

    Is it possible for 8 people to have an ocean view seat?

    Most of the restaurant is ocean view so there's lots of seats to fit 8 people. If you're asking about beach front ocean views, it's possible to get two 4 tops, but I'm sure the wait will be long. Everyone wants those seats and it's way easier to… 

    How can I get a copy off a receipt?

    If you go into the restaurant I believe they will be able to reprint a copy for you.

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    Aloha Mamacita

    3.8
    (629 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    I ordered the $26 birria set and I was really hesitant because that is so expensive for 3 birria…read moretacos When I opened the box I wanted to throw up because I was fucking so sick to my stomach at what I saw Three LITTLE ASS fucking tacos look like Jack n the box mini tacos and stale and crunchy shells which I assume used to be soft corn tortillas that are just old It's over $26 after tax that's $8.66 per little ass taco I gave three stars because I honestly feel bad for them tho idk how they are paying rent at restaurant row and selling enough of this to break even And the birria is actually ok but it really should at least come with beans and rice for $25 or sell it for $15 at the very most realistically should be like $8 but I know it's Hawai'i but come on holy fucking hell

    We came in excited to try Lushly Margaritas and support an Asian-owned business, and we really…read moreappreciate the effort and concept. However, the margaritas felt a bit too light and mostly tasted like melted ice, which was a little disappointing. The food was okay overall, but there's definitely room to improve consistency and quality across the menu. We truly love supporting local spots, and hope they can fine-tune the drinks and food so the experience matches the great idea behind the business. Wishing them growth and better consistency moving forward.

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    Single Aloha Puffy - Chocolate chantilly
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    Taqueria La Marea

    Taqueria La Marea

    4.6
    (313 reviews)
    4.5 mi
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    There was parking across the street for us luckily since all the curbside spots were taken. The…read morerestaurant is right on the corner and once you walk in the counter to order is right there. The special today was a torta for $17.50 that I'll be getting next time, but I came here for tacos with my husband. We got there around 12:30 pm and just happened to beat the rush! I ordered our food for takeout, and it came out pretty fast. I ordered the Vampiro tacos, which is 4 open faced birria tacos. It doesn't come with consommé, and didn't need it to be honest. My husband got the 3 for $15 tacos, carne asada, pork belly, and birria. All good! Inside was pretty clean and nice and breezy for a Hawai'i day in February. We will definitely be coming back!

    Taqueria, La Marea it's located and lower Kalihi, on the corner of Republican and Kalihi Street…read more They've been around for at least five years that I recall. I remember dining there when they first opened. Parking was a problem, and still is, but! It's worth dealing with the parking issue for some delicious Hispanic food. Average price is five dollars per taco. It is pricey, but good. You'll get the same effect and satisfaction with the burrito and probably lesser and cost when you think about it. They are a no-frills establishment. That said you really don't need all the add-ons like guacamole or salsa. Food is extremely tasty and delicious as is. Be there I'll be square

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    Thyda's Tacos

    Thyda's Tacos

    4.7
    (537 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    About a month ago I walked by a man eating a burrito at the beach and I couldn't help noticing that…read morethe tortilla looked better than any other I'd seen in Hawaii. I believe that Mexican food is only as good as the tortilla, so I asked him where he got it and he said "Thyda's - bro you have to go!" Well, today I finally went and let me tell you - that random beach man was absolutely right! I got the carnitas burrito and it was simply perfect. At $12, I'd say it was reasonably priced too. Service was fast and Thyda and Magid - the husband and wife owners - were so friendly and chill. You can tell they take a lot of pride in what they do and love whipping up great food with a great attitude. They talked to us while we ate and shared a little of their 10 year taco stand journey. I wasn't surprised to learn they spent years in LA. The food definitely holds up to LA standards. Head's up - there's no tables and not much seating or parking. We ate on a small step near where you order. Also note that they have Taco Tuesday deals. Can't believe I've been missing out on this place for so long and I can't wait to go back! Check it out

    I love these tacos (and burritos and mulitas). Best I've ever had anywhere I guess…read more I've had everything on the menu except jackfruit and quesadillas and bowls. Everything is so good. I hope these folks stay in business for at least the rest of my life and I (selfishly) hope they don't ever relocate too far from town.

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    Sauces. Orange: very hot. Red: hot. Green: mild.
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    Taqueria El Ranchero

    Taqueria El Ranchero

    4.0
    (2.4k reviews)
    19.5 mi
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    My foodie friends wanted to make sure we stopped here on our food adventure. I always love coming…read morehere because the Mexican food is pretty good! But what I didn't know was that they don't have a happy hour...they have a HAPPY DAY!!!!! 10-6 PM! So even though we were not really hungry cause we just had lunch, we ordered some crispy tacos...which are four minis. The day was getting happier and happier! The bartender was great! Friendly and attentive! And it still has the same great vibe to just relax and enjoy! Gracias and Mahalo El Ranchero!

    The food at Taqueria El Ranchero is still very good, and the prices are reasonable. I had the wet…read moreseafood burrito with shrimp, and as usual, it had an impressive amount of shrimp in it. Flavor was solid, portion was generous, and the food itself is the main reason I keep coming back. The ambiance is chill and local. Most of the afternoon crowd seemed to know each other, which gives the place a comfortable neighborhood feel. That said, the inside is a little dingy and could probably use a renovation. The issue on this visit was the service. When we got there, it was pretty empty, maybe 4 or 5 people sitting at the bar. The guy working behind the bar seated us, but then never brought menus, never brought water, and never came back to take our order. When my friend tried waving him down, he ignored us. Eventually another employee came in, and the bartender just told him, "Go take his order," without acknowledging us at all. I don't know if he was only working the bar that day, but he could have at least brought water, menus, or simply said someone would be right with us. Instead, the whole interaction came across as dismissive and unnecessary. Food was very good as always, but service matters too. Based on this visit, I'd call it 3 stars overall.

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    Tacos in the cantina
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