Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Quiora

    4.2 (426 reviews)
    Closed • 6:00 pm - 9:30 PM

    Quiora Photos

    Business Info

    QUIORA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy

    Recommended Reviews - Quiora

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Drink Menu
    Wakaba S.

    Went there for the early Valentine's Day celebration. This was my first visit to the Ritz-Carlton Residences Waikiki Beach, and I was pleasantly surprised by how beautiful the property was. Unfortunately, it was cloudy and windy that day, but I can imagine the view from the deck and swimming pools would be absolutely stunning in nicer weather. The restaurant is located at the far end of the deck by the pool and seems mostly open-air, so it could get quite sunny and hot depending on the day. Since it was chilly and windy during our visit, we dressed accordingly. We started with cocktails -- "Pray For Sets" for my SO and "For The Girls" for me. While we weren't particularly impressed with the flavors, the presentation was beautiful. For the appetizer, we ordered the Hokkaido Uni and Crab Arancini. They were adorable and the uni was tasty, but I didn't really taste much crab. Next, we had the Bucatini alle Vongole. I immediately noticed that the pasta tasted house-made and confirmed with our waiter, Chris, who provided wonderful service throughout the meal. The dish was absolutely delicious and cooked al dente, though there was a bit too much cheese for my liking. We also ordered the Brussels Sprouts Fritti, which were decent. For the main course, we had the Snake River Farms American Wagyu Steak with sides of grilled broccolini and garlic-braised kale. The quality of the steak was excellent and the doneness was perfect. We requested medium and it came out slightly closer to medium-rare, but we actually preferred that over an overcooked steak. Overall, I really enjoyed this place -- wonderful views, delicious food, and great service. I'd definitely love to visit again in the future.

    Smoked Ahi Dip
    Xin L.

    This is actually our second time trying to go to Quiora and thankfully we were successful (first time they were booked out for an event). Quiora is located in the lobby floor of the Ritz Carlton. You can pull into the area and there would be complimentary valet available (although you should always tip). Upon arriving at the lobby, you'd see the front desk to your left and the restaurant Solera to your right. Walk forwards past the front desk and turn to your left. If you do get a bit lost, I would recommend asking one of the attendees at the front desk. It is weird that they do not signage guiding any guests to Quiora. We had a reservation and they were fairly slow so we were seated quite quickly. I would note that I am slightly disappointed with the seating. We were against the room which was hosting an event this night (see-through glass). I feel like I would definitely preferred to sit more near the balcony for the view and separation. We got: * Smoked Ahi Dip: 8.2/10. I liked the dip it was very flavorful and had a nice smokey and creamy fish flavor. I am NOT culinary expert but I feel that if the bread was toasted it would significantly improve this dish, as it would add on a textural difference between the bread and dip/ * Dry-Aged Bone in Ribeye: 8.7/10. The waiter said this and the appetizer would be plenty of food for us as we inquired if we should get another entrée. He was definitely right, as we were stuffed by the end of the meal. o The steak was flavorful and done perfectly (medium rare) o The asparagus underneath the steak soaked up all of the juices and flavor and was a delicious pairing o The gratin was creamy and hit the spot for something cheesy. o The mushroom side was ok at first, but as it got cold it got really gross (taste and smell). They need to season the mushrooms underneath a bit more. It tasted like very lightly salted bland mushrooms. The service was okay, weren't busy at all (2 other parties and 1 event hosted) and we got there at ~6:20 for some reason they were out of the uni arancinos which I really looked forward to. They said they were making more of it (didn't they just open?) but then came back and said they can't? Very odd. Also the dry-aged ribeye took 30+ minutes. ALSO, I've been to many nice places so maybe my expectation was just set a certain way but we made our reservation for a celebration (graduation), so I thought maybe I'd get a little sweet treat. I did not... bummerrr I am unsure if would come back personally, it was just a middle of the road experience for a supposedly nicer spot.

    Grilled Spanish Octopus
    Marie S.

    The uni pasta altered my brain chemistry! Silky, buttery, rich perfection. Easily the best pasta I've had on island and I'm still thinking about it. Beet Carpaccio was amazing as well! They were out of pappardelle noodles for the lamb so we subbed for bucatini, it wasn't my favorite but I'm sure is much better with the intended noodles. Service and ambiance were top tier!

    Bucatini alle Vongole

    Tonight we were pleasantly surprised celebrating our 25th Wedding Anniversary at Quiora Waikiki having their 3 Course Sunset Special Dinner that is available from 7/1/26 - 8/31/26. For appetizers we had the Quiora Ahi Poke and Hirabara Farms Caesar Salad; dinner we had Bucatini alle Vongole; dessert was Quiora's Tiramisu with earl grey soaked ladyfingers and topped with graham cracker crumble. All of the dishes were well executed and it was nice to be recognized by everyone wishing us Happy Anniversary and especially for also providing us with 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream to accompany the Tiramisu which was a nice and unexpected touch. Ian was our Server and checked up on us to ensure everything was fine and even hostess Maile gave us a warm welcome. Just want to say Thank You to the Delicious food and great service by everyone.

    Brussels Sprouts Fritti
    Milena P.

    I came to the restaurant many times because I love this place. It has a relaxing atmosphere. The food was delicious with a balanced taste and the portion is big enough to share for two. Each course was served in an appropriate time, neither too long nor too rush. The staff treated me very friendly and politely. The servers frequently refilled your water which is nice because you don't have to ask them. So the restaurant is worth visiting.

    Delicious is what's in the photo. 5
    Linda P.

    Amazing food. Amazing service. Amazing view. I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to celebrate something or feel extra fancy. Kennedy was great

    Jem T.

    Late review (visited in December 2025) my love took me here on a surprise date night + an early birthday celebration for him. Came for dinner and we enjoyed the night view. Excellent service, excellent staff. The food was so good we said we'd come back from the mainland just to eat here again. All of the cocktails we had were delicious, perfectly balanced. Good plate portions, shareable, but enough to enjoy on your own too.

    Celebrating our 27th wedding anniversary!
    Rona A.

    Sweet, indeed! Last night we celebrated our 27th Anniversary at this beautiful outdoor dining for the FIRST time in the Ritz-Carlton in Waikiki. The staff were friendly and incredibly accommodating especially our hostess, server Chris and manager Preston. With open sky you can enjoy the Waikiki scenery and Friday fireworks. The menu was short but spot on taste and creativity especially with my uni pasta which included crab. Chris made special accommodations with my cuisine since Im allergic to crab which I am grateful. Loved that my pasta was Al dente and the creamy sauce was just right- smooth and flavorful and the uni added that special touch- "onolicisious", indeed! It was hard to save some for our youngest son to try later. My hubby had the short rib with lentils and veggies. It was so tender and full of incredible flavors that I had eaten 1/3 of his plate (yes, it was that "ono" (delicious)! Since we don't drink (much), we didn't have a cocktail/mocktail so this round we just chilled and enjoyed the view and food. They do have a full menu of incredible spirits so this a great place for cocktail hour with sunsets, beautiful skies and cool nights under the stars. Price point is expected since it is located in the Ritz-Carlton but not super crazy like other places I've been. It's a casual yet stylish (so no come with your bikinis, slippahs and t-shirt). Dress upscale casual and you will have an incredible and joyful time. By the way, check out their sister restaurant on the same floor for a more hearty meal and incredible dessert. Manager Preston escorted us there to ensure we got a sweet table to sample their yummy- Hashi-gori....you won't be disappointed! Bon Appetito!

    Doreen M.

    Stunning views because the design of the patio / building construction is superb and gives you an unobstructed skyline/beach cityscape. The way they built the patio is like an infinity pool where you are seated at the "edge" of the patio in the front section furthest away from the hotel. Food was very good and service was great, very on par with the Ritz Carlton experience. Would def come back to eat here if I come back to Waikiki. b

    Coffee panna cotta

    We did the spring pasta tasting and loved it!!! The dessert was SO GOOD! I'm usually not a fan of coffee desserts but I absolutely loved it. The oxtail pasta was also really good, the best of the pasta dishes. We got the non alcoholic drinks and thought the pairings were very well thought out. My only complaint about the food is that most of it was cold. The eggplant cannoli felt like it had just come from the fridge, and the uni pasta and orzo were room temp at best. The oxtail was warm but I think the other savory dishes would've been much better heated up. We were seated outside and it was pretty cold. We went on one of the last nights of the tasting, so I think only 2 other tables were doing it. Our waiter was very attentive and did a great job of explaining what each drink and dish was. Overall great experience and will definitely be attending any future tasting menu experiences here!

    Orzo was phenomenal
    Amber G.

    We went to the pasta and wine pairing monthly event and overall we were less than impressed. The only redeeming feature was the waitstaff was great. The waitstaff made me want to return. We did the 530 seating. We were directly in the sun the entire time until we asked to move. I was literally melting in to the leather cushion seat. The wines were very small pours, maybe equalling a small glass between all five pours for $49. It was not worth the price but the choices were very well paired. If we went again we would order by the glass, like the lady next to us. The prices per glass were not bad and the sparkling Pinot noir we had was lovely and only $18. The food was just ok, except the orzo. I wish that dish was on the menu. It was stellar. I looked forward to the carbonara but it was chewy and fishy. The price of $79 was not bad for the five courses. The timing of the pours versus the food was off for such small pours. By the time you got food, the wine was either gone or hot from being directly in the sun.

    Not at the bar...but a view from the Ritz.
    Erica H.

    The house old fashioned and buratta pupu were the perfect pau hana treat! A beautiful sunset view sitting at a high top table, great conversation, and the old fashioned here is really quite good. While the sun goes down, you are sitting directly in it, so be prepared. It is nice and quiet up at this outdoor area, Quiora is situated outdoors very nicely at the Ritz Waikiki over looking rooftops and the ocean in the distance. Dressy casual. Great service. Small but great menu options for pau hana. A couple of nice wine options but my friend and I both chose a cocktail. The buratta with arugula had a really nice, light dressing and was very delicious and refreshing. I was having such a nice time, other than our selfies, I forgot to snap photos of the food and bevvies, and only have one other to share .

    Wagyu steak

    Food was great. Service was terrible. Did not once refill my glass of water. Many times we had to wave down someone to help us. After dinner we were planning to get desserts, after getting a dessert menu, 20 minutes passed by and still no one helped. Finally just asked for the check. The manager whom was very lazy. Never once tried to help out being the servers said they were so busy. Would not recommend and will not return.

    The most stunning view

    See all

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    8 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 5
    Love this 7
    Oh no 0

    12 days ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Natasha Ann N.

    Natasha Ann N.

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Doreen M.
    1061
    2125
    39015

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Natasha Ann N.

    Natasha Ann N.

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Koa T.

    Koa T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Natasha Ann N.

    Natasha Ann N.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Koa T.

    Koa T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jen C.
    58
    53
    51

    6 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tarah M.
    168
    16
    10

    11 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Lan F.
    6
    97
    4

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Koa T.

    Koa T.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sam R.
    0
    15
    2

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Natasha Ann N.

    Natasha Ann N.

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 2
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Natasha Ann N.

    Natasha Ann N.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Madelyn G.

    Madelyn G.

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Zachary T.

    Zachary T.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Zachary T.

    Zachary T.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Zachary T.

    Zachary T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Zachary T.

    Zachary T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Natasha Ann N.

    Natasha Ann N.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Madelyn G.

    Madelyn G.

    Helpful 31
    Thanks 10
    Love this 35
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Malarie E.

    Malarie E.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of David P.
    7
    102
    72

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Natasha Ann N.

    Natasha Ann N.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 11

    Quiora Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Quiora

    Any gluten free options and fixed menu for dinner?

    Is there self parking?

    Believe parking is valet only. There was a ticket for a 4hr validation at the restaurant.

    Is the business lunch pre-fixe menu available daily or only on weekdays?

    Business lunch is $25 Pre-fixed but you can still order from their regular menu. I can't confirm if they have it during the weekends. Since it's called business meeting lunch I would think it's for the weekdays only.

    Do you offer gluten free pasta?

    I didn't see it being offered on the menu or mentioned anywhere

    I have bonus gift certificates (expires 5/31/22) that came with the holiday gift card promotion. Am I able to use it for quiora's daily $25 business lunch special?

    Aloha Katherine, Thank you for your message! Yes, you may use them for our Business Lunch at… 

    How is the parking situation?

    They do validate parking but don't remember for how long

    Can we eat outside without vaccination or a negative covid test?

    This is an outdoor dining but know the wind may be blowing your hairdo

    Is there a kids menu?

    Yes there is! Kids entrees comes with a choice of sides and a drink. Very kid friendly menu. Yes is it upscale but my son (10) enjoyed our dinner at Quiora.

    Do they offer a Kama'aina or military Discount?

    Hi Joanna, Thank you so much for considering us for your upcoming dining experience! At this… 

    View All 10 Questions

    Bar Leather Apron - Japan old fashioned

    Bar Leather Apron

    4.5(476 reviews)
    2.8 mi•Downtown
    •$$

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

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

    Photos
    Bar Leather Apron - View from our seat

    View from our seat

    Bar Leather Apron - Matcha old fashioned

    Matcha old fashioned

    Bar Leather Apron - Japan

    See all

    Japan

    Deck.

    Deck.

    4.1(2.8k reviews)
    0.9 mi•Waikiki
    •$$
    Happy hour specials
    Locally sourced ingredients

    The first breakfast we had on our vacation was at Deck. located at the Queen Kapi'olani Hotel in…read moreWaikiki. We were seated immediately at a table that afforded us an excellent view of Diamond Head. The unhindered breeze gave the place a relaxed island vibe. Service was top notch with friendly and mindful servers who made sure we were comfortable and answered any questions we had concerning the menu items. We decided on the Diamond Head breakfast with the Portuguese sausage and the Tokyo style pancakes. The Diamond Head Breakfast was the standard two eggs, meat and potatoes. But the Tokyo style pancakes were excellent! They were fluffy with ricotta cheese incorporated in the pancakes. This is our first experience with this type of pancake and it was delish! It was well worth the visit!

    We visited Deck for brunch around 10:30 AM with a party of 8 and had a reservation. Our server was…read morefriendly, although they were pretty busy with other tables, so we didn't get checked on as often throughout the meal. It wasn't a huge deal for us, though. The food was good! We tried the truffle fries, calamari, haupia French toast, kim chee fried rice, and braised short rib loco moco. Everything was tasty, but if I had to pick one dish to order again, it would definitely be the kim chee fried rice, as the portion was huge & tasted yummy. We also shared a few bottles of mimosas, and the iced mocha was delicious and perfectly chocolatey. One thing to keep in mind is that it can get pretty warm, especially during the summer. They have a large covered area and can cover portions of the restaurant that are getting direct sun, but if you're visiting during the daytime, I'd definitely recommend bringing a portable fan. You could also call ahead and request a table that isn't directly in the sun. Overall, we had a great brunch experience and would definitely come back again!

    Photos
    Deck.
    Deck.
    Deck.

    See all

    430 Pkwy Cocktail Lounge - The bar

    430 Pkwy Cocktail Lounge

    4.5(52 reviews)
    1.3 mi•Ala Moana

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

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

    Photos
    430 Pkwy Cocktail Lounge
    430 Pkwy Cocktail Lounge - SPRING COCKTAIL MENU

    SPRING COCKTAIL MENU

    430 Pkwy Cocktail Lounge - Bird on a Wire

    See all

    Bird on a Wire

    Wild Orange - Char Sui Bao (not our favorite)

    Wild Orange

    4.6(189 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    •$$

    My husband and I went here on a whim after finding this place online and we are so glad we did!…read more The speakeasy is inside the Hawaiian Brian's club, but hidden behind a door that looks like a vintage vending machine. The ambiance inside is a unique blend of Japanese and urban with musical tracks from artists like Nujabes to match. Fern and Elsa served us and were friendly and so welcoming, answering questions and the menu and making great cocktail recommendations. We thoroughly enjoyed our drinks (several of which are named after famous anime characters) which were a unique blend of Japanese inspired botanicals, and a couple of side dishes. The ube sake shot was dangerously delicious and the mushroom boa were savory and tasty. This was the most unique place we vision our trip and we hope to visit again on our next Hawaiian vacation. If you are in the Ala Moana area, definitely stop by!

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

    Photos
    Wild Orange - The space is eclectic with fun vintage furniture

    The space is eclectic with fun vintage furniture

    Wild Orange - Dumplings

    Dumplings

    Wild Orange - Hoisin Mushroom Bao

    See all

    Hoisin Mushroom Bao

    RM 38

    RM 38

    4.8(83 reviews)
    0.3 mi•Waikiki
    •$$

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

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

    Photos
    RM 38 - Lounge area

    Lounge area

    RM 38 - Ahi

    Ahi

    RM 38 - Dragon Lady and 38 Old Fashioned

    See all

    Dragon Lady and 38 Old Fashioned

    Quiora - italian - Updated September 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...