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Quick bites in Waikiki. Tried this spot and am happy to say I liked what I ordered. Had the Crispy Adobo chicken wings and the Hot Honey Chicken Sando. They come ala carte no sides, but very tasty. Indoor & outdoor seating available. Inside had AC. They also have an outside patio bar for drinks. Service was good and food prepared in an open kitchen.
My friends and I came here for happy hour on a friday and were pleased by how good the prices were for both drinks and food! $6 was a good deal. I liked the kalbi burgers, however the bao bun, hot chicken sandwich, and fish katsu were a bit dry. The drinks were pretty good we got the frozen lilikoi margaritas and pina colada. Overall ambiance was nice although we did get put in a small booth that was available for 5 of us but made it work. I usually don't like to drop names but our server Danielle N, had made a mistake in our bill and didn't own up to it. She was very sweet initially with order recommendations and consistently checked in with us and also got a little too excited when we said we can put the bill under one card (easier for her, didn't want to complicate split 5 ways). However, when it came time to pay the bill, she came over with the checkbook but took our card right away without letting us see the bill and charged it.... We assumed maybe she was in a rush to close but still suspected something was off. When she brought the check back for us to sign she immediately walked away and was gone for almost 10 mins. We looked at our bill and noticed this was somebody else's order and the items were completely off. We held off on signing and didn't see her till later and when we confronted her, instead of owning up to it, she kept GASLIGHTING US with a degrading tone that "it's only off by $1". Mind you we put this all on one card and wanted to review and split it between us later and she kept DISRESPECTFULLY ignoring what we said and that the total is basically the same. Whoever's bill we got had already left, and they came past happy hour so the items were also not at the price we paid but total just came out around the same. SHE HAD THE AUDACITY TO EVEN TRY TO GIVE US A $1 BILL but we just wanted her to own up to it that she made the mistake. It was only a dollar different but imagine if it wasn't... we were not gonna be left with somebody else's bill TO WHICH SHE JUST CHARGED OUR CARD IMMEDIATELY....
Amazing service from Chad at the outdoor bar. I stopped by right after 8pm which is start of night shift specials including $6 local draft beer and great $8, $10 and $12 app choices. I had the Korean Fried Chicken ("KFC") and the fresh catch tostado - both very good! Great outdoor atmosphere right off the sidewalk and island tunes. Don't pass by this place.
My favorite Waikiki happy hour spot, 1st time trying the newer menu and it did not disappoint! Service is amazing, food is piping hot and staff are quick to get everything out! And the happy hour deals cannot be beat!
We went to Piko for happy hour and were really impressed! The drinks were affordable, and I was shocked by the portion sizes for only $6. Despite the low prices, the food was also great quality. I especially loved the kalbi burger. We were initially seated outside, but it was a bit too hot for us. The hostess was very kind and happily moved us inside to the dining room, where there was AC. Overall, we had a great experience and I highly recommend Piko for happy hour!
We visited for a celebration, hoping to get away from the crowds. While they had quite a few patrons, we lucked out with a booth inside. This was exactly the kind of breakfast spot that we were looking for - ono food options, good coffee, and locally inspired menu and decor. We also loved the Jawaiian music playing overhead. I got the Mahi'ai (farmer's) omelet with Waialua eggs. So good. Came with seasoned hashbrown patties. They also have a keiki menu. Would definitely visit again. Parking in the Lilia Waikiki hotel which can be accessed from Walina Street.
A cute open space area where you can grab drinks and small bites. Their menu is pretty limited so not a lot to choose from. I tried their loco moco and was disappointed that they used frozen beef patty. It was dry and bland and it costed $21.
Great service, decent prices, and not too many items to choose from. If you're looking for a quick breakfast, highly recommend. I was here during opening hours on a Monday before a flight, so naturally there weren't any customers yet. We were greeted and sat down promptly by a very friendly lady. There's an option to sit in their outdoor area facing out into the sidewalk or inside. We went with inside thinking it would be a little warmer but were met with the opposite. It wasn't too bad though, so we had no issue sticking with our choice. I decided to come here because I read their price point was decent, and can confirm. The menu doesn't have a ton of options, but I think they do a great job of having a little bit for everyone depending on what you're craving. There are some sweets, some small, and what looks like healthier bites, and some savory dishes. I decided to go with the kalua pork burrito and was very happy with my choice. Good portion, great ratios, and really enjoyed the side of tomatoes and salsa. The salsa wasn't really spicy in my opinion, but still packed a lot of flavor. I usually don't use all of my sauce, but I was cleaning it up with my burrito at the end. If you're looking for more of a punch, you can just ask for a side of hot sauce as well. We were in and out ahead of schedule, and paid around $50 for three of us to get a meal, with one coffee. An excellent way to round off our trip.
Poke tasted off - odd flavor profile. The sampler platter was pretty good. Service was slow and inconsistent. Our server went off shift in the middle of the meal and it took the new server forever to pick our table up. Nice bar area, was loud with all of the traffic on Kuhio avenue passing by.
Best $5 happy hour burger on the island!!! The bao buns are so good on their garlic Parmesan Fries are fresh, and crispy!! Lots and lots of garlic. We love this place. Service is fast, the open kitchen always seems clean. We love to be able to eat indoor or out. We love coming here and we love their happy hour! Drinks are pretty good! We come about twice a month! I do think the bathroom could be kept up better.
Located on the first floor of the Waikiki Market. We came back because of their $5 Happy Hour. Ordered the Kalbi Burgers and the Bao Bun. I enjoyed my local draft beer. Our server Danielle was super friendly and gave great recommendations on what to do while in Oahu. On this visit, I just wished their restroom was cleaner. Great food and deaft beer! Friendly service.
Looking for an amazing place to chill, has bar bites, and validated parking? Piko can be your place. They have two amazing and delicious bites that I crave for: Pork bao- fatty, oily, applewood, braise pork 5/5 Kalbi burger - juicy and would have been better without the Kim Chee. 4/5 Service is good, on point, and with smiles. Seating is available inside and outside. Take your pick.
Came for happy hour around 5pm ordered the Kalbi burger and garlic noodles with egg. The kalbi burger was only $5 and we each got one thinking they'd be small but they were actually bigger than a McDonald's cheeseburger. The patty was cooked medium and the addition of kimchi on the burger as it added this acidity and tang to the overall flavor profile. The garlic noodles with egg were not on the HH menu but totally worth it for $12. The soft boiled egg gave the noodles this rich creaminess and I enjoyed the texture of the noodles. The dish had some heat to it and I liked how spicy it was, it was at an enjoyable spice level. My husband got a yuzu cocktail and said it was really tart and yummy as well!
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1 year ago
Came here to try their Strawberry Guava Pancakes. It was huge, and tasted so good! The pancakes were nice and fluffy! The sauce wasn't too sweet. I loved the strawberry shortbread crumble on top! Service was good too! Very nice people! Loved that the restaurant was open-aired. It was nice eating breakfast, enjoying the Hawaiian atmosphere. read more
6 months ago
This place was so cute!!! Parking is a little bit hard. Food was so good. Yummy as in!!! Our server was awesome!!! They have a friendly team!!!But they need to fix there phone. read more
I love this restaurant. I've eaten here many times. It is a great place if you just want a snack in the afternoon. The breakfasts are fantastic. They have a creative local spin on traditional food. In the afternoon I love the hamburger special with Wagyu beef. It's juicy and tasty. They have other food specials. It's a fun place for dinner as they have live music. I always sit outside but they also have seating indoors. They have a full bar and the staff are always attentive. You can't go wrong eating here. read more
6 months ago
My bestie and I had dinner here last night and Chad served us... he was the best! So kind and personable. He made us strong and delicious drinks. We had the kalua pork egg rolls, chili green beans, steak, and mango soft serve. Would totally recommend coming here especially if Chad is working! read more
2 months ago
The best happy hour burger and price in all the land... well at least for Waikīkī! A $5 full sized freshly chargrilled burger?! Say what and when (are we going back?!). Our friend, a self proclaimed burger connoisseur raves about it so we went on a Sunday afternoon and I had high expectations and they were surpassed! You get a thick patty of grilled meat (cooked done to order, my medium rare was actually cooked correctly). It has a slice of American cheese and a kimchee slaw on a fluffy brioche bun with Jo made pickled cucumbers. Flavors all work very well and the meat is tender. We also got the $5 pork belly bao and it comes 2 piece to one order and that was filling, HOT and also very tender. I'd definitely order it again (and again). Their HH drinks are $10 for a cocktail, $9 wine and $5 beers. The downsides- They don't have a large drink menu. The ambiance is loud (it's open air on kuhio near a bus stop) There's flies and birds bc you're outdoors but the restaurant is clean. Service was great! read more
1 year ago
- Best happy hour in Waikiki - Best for value and overall quality, their happy hour runs from 2-6pm. Burgers, Bao bun and beer are all $5 each! The burger isn't small either and is full of flavor. The beers are always from the tap and never flat. Service is always great and they also have live music to elevate the vibe. Check it out, your wallet will thank you! read more
5 months ago
These portions are a joke! Total scam -- stay away. My kids sandwiches were bigger than the adult sandwiches. read more
We came here for happy hour before catching sunset and it was so fun. We sat outside and saw Waikiki life past by. We ordered a pupu platter consisting of chicken long rice gyoza, Hawaiian beef jerky, and Kalua pig eggroll. We also took advantage of the $5.00 galbi burger and bacon bao. My girls ordered a hochicha old fashion. Wonderful experience and nice treat before a beach walk. Casual. Great service. Please come and create your own adventure. read more
1 year ago
Piko Kitchen + Bar is part of the Foodland family. Opened last year, Piko showcases a mix of local flavors to Waikiki. Situated on the ground floor of the former Food Pantry Waikiki, Piko is joined by Waikiki Market, the only supermarket in Waikiki and Olili, an upscale local eatery that will be opening in the summer. Helmed by Chef de Cuisine Adam Kamahele, previously of Gordon Biersch and Flour & Barley, Piko's concept of dishes reflects the multi ethnic makeup of Hawaii. On the food menu, guests can indulge in shareable dishes such as Garlic noodles, or even small bites as their bao bun bites. read more
what a Waikīkī gem! In a city of tourist traps and over priced food, this spot definitely stands out for its extremely affordable happy hour prices! My burger was only $5 and was a standard hefty portion that definitely left me filled. They also have other stuff on their happy hour menu too. Service was super nice as well and the restaurant is clean and beautiful. Give this place a try! read more
They have a $5 happy hour from 2-6pm daily with $5 burgers and beers and 2 bao buns. Although the food is not amazing it's still only $5 about the cheapest thing besides a spam musubi you can get in Waikiki. The burger was cooked perfectly and the kimchi slaw was a good spin on it. I didn't really like the baos even though the bun was good the sauce was too strong and pork belly bacon was thick. Good size glass of beer for $5 read more
2 years ago
Ambiance: pretty, good for hang out or date night. There was a live singer too and he sang so well and played the guitar. I believe his name was Dave or David. Kudos! Service: awesome, friendly staff Food: we ordered the chicken satay and shrimp and both had good flavors. As for the drinks they were super sweet and you wouldn't think it had alcohol in it. I would skip out on the flavored alcoholic drinks next time. Tip: they change their menus so often, initially we were looking for a Filipino restaurant and saw they served Filipino cuisine from their Yelp reviews but on our visit there wasn't any Filipino dishes and they informed us they changed their menu. read more
6 months ago
Pork belly bao buns were delicious... haven't met pork belly I don't like. The burger was ok. It was an experience. It's outside box of a burger I would eat but it was tasty. Service was good however I never got the drink I ordered. read more
Because this is in Waikiki and we are not tourists I was unsure of how the quality would be, but this is legit. We loved everything we got. Spice levels were perfect. Unique tastes and flavors. We are vegetarian and worried there wouldn't be enough options but we shared the potato poke, noodles, fried rice, green beans, salad and mango soft serve for dessert. Everything was spot on. I also found the price and serving size very reasonable. Will definitely return! Inside is a little cold so we requested to moved outside and they were very nice about it. Service was quick and attentive, no complaints. read more
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My bartender, Jazz?!, was such a bundle of joy! Sharing a great aloha spirit and very knowledgeable of her menu! I definitely enjoyed, the time with her, and the amazing Happy hour they have! From discounted drinks to the $5 bao buns or $5 kalbi burger, it's a great time for sure! The ambiance is very open air, underneath the market in waikiki. The menu share's a local flaire of a wide range of cuisines! Oh, to top it off, Jazz recommended the garlic fries!!! And, though it sounds like a "big back" move, if you dip the burger or bao in that garlic goodness.... You may just die a little, it's sooo goood. Soo good? For sure it can't be good for you, PLS EAT WITH CAUTION! Overall, a great spot to go after a long walk on the strip of Waikiki or a swim! Coming back for sure! read more
It means belly button in Hawaiian so it's located right in the center of all the stores. We went for happy hour where they have the feature of $5 baos, burgers, and beer. Their baos were our favorite! 2 big pork belly hoisin sauce baos with the super soft fluffy buns! The kalbi burger came with Korean kimchi and pickles which was a fun touch. The burger was a good size too for $5, bigger than a slider but not as big as a regular burger. The draft beers are all local beers so take your pick from light to dark! Happy hour is from 2-6pm so check it out! I also got the yuzu collins which is a refreshing yuzu citrus and gin drink - loved it but the alcohol sneaks up on you! We also got the kid/keiki menu fried rice - they have a good amount of kid options and I wish he had tried the Michiko chicken which sounded delish! We also tried the mango soft serve because my kid wanted it and it was quite large - we couldn't even finish it with the 3 of us so worth $6 if you're looking for dessert! I have to say it wasn't my fav mango ice cream ever but I really liked the crispy bits on top as well as fresh mango pieces. It looked super pretty! The staff was wonderful and this is part of my must try eats in Waikiki Youtube video! read more
2 years ago
The drinks here were spectacular the bartender was on point. The bar/restaurant is downstairs outdoors, but covered and has live music and just really a great vibe I ordered the mixed plate Margarita, actually had three of them. They were excellent they were the perfect mixture of savory, and spicy. I think the chili pepper water really really gave the drink the perfect kick so much so we purchased some chili pepper water to bring home. The North shore garlic fries were fried perfectly they weren't too hard. They weren't too soft. Had the slightest bit of salt and the garlic!......with the butter sautéed and put on top of the fries was perfection. It was the right amount of garlic with the salt and I just used the fries to scoop up the garlic and just eat it. It was scrumptious. read more
1 year ago
Service was great 5/5 Food was also great... minus the gyoza, it was very mushy all one note & I couldn't even swallow it. Love the tapas style & that you can order these small portion & really enjoy a variety of the menu. Definitely would say this is a one & done for me but that might be different for you. read more
2 years ago
I had a fabulous breakfast today at Piko Kitchen in Waikiki. I sat at the open air bar surrounded by upscale local decor. I received aloha smiles from the staff and was seated quickly. The menu offers local Hawaiian style breakfasts and features locally produced ingredients. The bartender recommend the "3-Egg Mahi-ia Omelet" with local eggs and mushrooms. I was all in. The plate came out quickly and the portion was large, easily sharable. The Boursin cheese was so creamy and the mushrooms and spinach were delicious. A generous side of hash browns was included. The bartender was attentive and my glass was kept full with lots of ice. They advertise a tempting happy hour - maybe an other day. The busses and street traffic are loud, really loud. There is an indoor air conditions dining room with a public bathroom. read more
Great place for happy hour! This restaurant is located on the first floor of Lilia on Kuhio Ave. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and the store overlooks the sidewalk, so you'll see a lot of foot traffic especially as there's a bus stop out front. I think there's live music at certain times of the weekend as well, which is nice. We were promptly seated and service was attentive throughout. Their $5 happy hour is a steal in Waikiki and runs from 2-6pm. We got the bao, burger, and some drinks (I got the Pilsner from Beer Lab Hawaii, $5). The orders came out promptly and the burger was a pretty good deal for the size and flavor, juicy and umami. The baos were tasty as well, I got 2 pieces and the crispy, sweet pork belly paired well with the soft baos. Would definitely come back to hit their happy hour again! read more
10 months ago
Best happy hour $5 burgers and $5 bap buns!! The burger and baos tasted amazing, I could order them over and over again! 10/10 recommend read more
We came here for an early dinner as a family of 4 and had a wonderful time. I recommend making a reservation because they have a very small seating area. They serve small plates. We ordered the bao buns, steak, calamari, dynamite rice, kimchee burger and for dessert we got the apple tart. Everything was AMAZING. Our youngest got the kids burger and he cleaned his plate. My husband ordered the old fashioned and it was special: Japanese whiskey and a special bitters. Our server was very nice, attentive and helpful. She recommended the Apple tart and it was a winner. read more
Pika is nestled a block in from the beach in Waikīkī, and is an open air bar setting that features live music, smaller plates, and a great happy hour! The outdoor setting was inviting, my waitstaff was attentive and fun, and the love music was lovely. For being a block from the beach, prices were extremely fair!! I got a delicious beer cocktail, the Surfer Shandy, that was refreshing and tasty. The greens in my salad were fresh and dressed well, and my sticky pork was crispy and flavorful! I saw they have a $5 beer/bao/burger happy hour, and next time I'm in Honolulu, I won't miss it!! read more
2 years ago
Brunch here was good. A very kids friendly place with great food. The pupu sampler was good and I could eat a dozen of those chicken long rice dumplings. I will be back for happy hour! The location is pretty close to work. read more
Stopped by for happy hour around 2 PM. They only had two food options on the menu: the Kalbi burger and pork belly bao buns, both without sides. It wasn't that busy for a Monday, but the food still took over 20 minutes to come out. They seemed understaffed--hardly any water refills, and service overall was pretty unorganized. There appeared to be 3 servers but apparently one server couldn't help out the other one who was busy. Like what type of teamwork is that ? Servers don't really care about their job or providing good service here. The place has both indoor and outdoor seating. As for the food, it's actually pretty good for the price. The Kalbi burger was juicy, with a nice thick patty, but the kimchi slaw felt Americanized which makes sense to cater towards the crowd. The bao bun was solid, with a really tender and juicy slice of pork belly. Food was Nothing crazy good. 3.5/5 If you come, I'd suggest ordering two burgers right away so you're not waiting forever. Food is worth it for the price, but the service was Meh. Our server was sweet but the service sucked. Maybe he just started? Dont understand why the other worker wouldn't help him out. Seems like all the tables around us had the same issue. Just sitting there. Waiting for service. Don't come here if you want quick service read more
10 months ago
The $5 deals are a blast! It's located downstairs at Waikīkī Supermarket. The staff are very nice, and the $5 food was more than I expected. Personally, I liked the hamburger better than the pork bun, but both were excellent for the price. We will definitely go back again. read more
2 years ago
On a weekend afternoon, I decided to explore some new spots in Waikiki and had a bit of time before one opened. Walking by Piko, I saw their sign for daily happy hour and stopped for a drink. This is part of the new grocery store on Kuhio, with the bar and restaurant portion on street level. They have a number of seating options with bar seats, a few tables, and another bar area that overlooks the pedestrian traffic out front. They have a number of food options but I didn't try any on this visit. Their beer list is small, but it's heavily local which I appreciate. As of this writing they had selections from Hana Koa Brewing and Beer Lab Hawaii; I went with a BL Omakase IPA which was $1 off at that time. Glassware was clean and chilled. Service was excellent, which quick service and attention. This is a fun little spot to stop for pupu or drinks while walking around Waikiki. read more
1 year ago
Stopped here after a music gig at a nearby hotel. The Okinawan Soba Noodles is what lured me, and it did not disappoint! The flavor combination was original and delightful. Lots of garlic, which is a big win with me! Loved how it also had a spicy kick to it. Definitely coming back just for this! Also had their Bao Buns and Kalbi Burger, which were only $5 each on today's Happy Hour menu. Score on the price! Flavors were nice, but not as interesting or novel as the noodles. Quality of food and presentation were top notch in all the dishes. The Kuawa Kooler drink had a nice bittersweet flavor, but definitely could have used more vodka. I sat at the bar, and the waitress was attentive and friendly. As I've mentioned before, this is not common practice today. One's meal at a restaurant is always more enjoyable when the service is done well. The open air ambience in Waikīkī created a relaxing vibe on a summer afternoon. read more
Enjoyed the beauty or ambiance of the building and of the restaurant. The bartender/server/sometime chef was personable and friendly. The food quality was wonderful. Unfortunately, the 4 stars is for the understaffing and how the menu did not jive with the plate orders. Yelpers informed me of what to expect. For example, the mango soft serve dessert did not have the pineapple as described in the menu. The server did get the pineapple for me when asked. There was a chef that created the brunch orders but just stood there and seemed not to care in creating the dessert. Later on I noticed more items missing from the dessert I felt the restaurant was deceptively portrayed on Hawaii Now. Excellent parking facility read more
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