NEW SUNDAY BRUNCH SPOT AT THE ORIGINAL ROY'S! Well, they did it again! They brought a new bloody mary to the menu. Of course, I had to try it. It had a little twist of kim chee, celery and olive on a skewer. It was the perfect kick to a wonderfully manicured cocktail. My friend Dejon N Ohelo Kaopio had a pog mimosa. I forgot to ask how it was? We ordered the crab cake benedict and seared ahi breakfast. The winner of the day, the crab cake benedict. The way they do that sauce was wanting me to pick up the plate and lick it. Folks, it was that good! Take the bread and get every morsel. The seared ahi was good but more like a canape or open sandwich. The bacon was super onolicious. We had an amazing server named Cal. He surprised us with 25 dollar gift cards for dining with them on their first Sunday brunch. Scored! I was able to use my OpenTable credits for my dinning points. They have done rare brunches before but this is here to stay! Don't forget to book your next Sunday brunch and tell me your thoughts! We had the most spectacular views of Koko Head and Diamond Head. It's always such a wonderful way to spoil ourselves read more

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Went to Roy's Hawai'i Kai for the "first time" in a long time. The waiter & receptionist service was excellent as I remembered. The sun was setting and the shades were drawn but we could still see the ocean view as the sun was settling. It was beautiful. Somewhat nostalgic I ordered an old favorite - the Szechuan Ribs as an entree. Although the portion was generous - 10 ribs total, the taste was not how I remembered it. The ribs had a sticky sauce slathered on the top, and though the ribs were fork tender, the only parts of the ribs that were tasty were the pieces of meat that had sauce on it. I managed to eat 3 ribs only. The pineapple cake à la mode with bits of buttery crispiness on its sides, was exceptional. I usually order the Roy's chocolate soufflé à la mode for dessert but the pineapple will be a top choice for me too. read more

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Had something to celebrate so decided to do it at Roy's. I haven't been back to the original Roy's for 8 years it's good to see some of the workers still there. I found an old school coupon for the famous chocolate soufflé- whose price has increased to $17!!!! Crazy! We ordered the sunset prix fix $55 and the regular prix fix $79 just to try a variety of foods and to get the famous chocolate soufflé. The total for two was about $170 including tip. Of the 2 prix fix the $55 wasn't bad actually for the 3 course- I would upgrade to soufflé for an additional $8 more. The $79 prix fix was unique steal fondue but you only get 3 slices of the steak- the $55 had 7oz, but a portion of it was fatty. Will most likely go back for the $55 and perhaps the happy hour menu on another day. I was looking forward to Friday night musician but they also weren't there.... read more

We go to Roy's on our wedding anniversary every year. We enjoy the vibe in the downstairs area. A little more casual. There's usually live music. They are always gracious enough to give us a booth upon request and subject to availability. Menu's been updated so meatloaf is back on the menu as part of a surf and turf combo but it still melts in your mouth. And you can always take extras home. I had the clam appetizer. The brith is delicious. I wish they'd create a pasta dish with it. Our server Kenneth is always awesome. His timing is immaculate and he always helps you maximize the experience. He always stops by to remind us of the end of happy hour and always reminds us of the special desserts. This year he even gave us detailed directions on how to reheat our leftover lava cake! And it worked beautifully. Manager always stops by to make sure we're having a good experience. Love it! read more

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This was my second time here and as always the food is phenomenal. The reason for 4 stars is because of 1) we were served fondue that was clearly sitting out and congealed a bit. The server then proceeded to tell us that it was intentional. I've never seen a chunky, solid top layer fondue but maybe people like it that way. Our server eventually got it heated up and all was well. 2) The second reason for 4 stars is the overall service just seemed subpar for a restaurant of this quality/price. I find it odd when the table next to us gets their food before us even when we ordered before they were even seated! Overall I enjoy coming here but when you pay a premium price, personally I expect better. read more

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Mahalo piha, Roy's Hawaii Kai, for the lovely thoughtfulness imbued into our anniversary dinner. We appreciate the handwritten card, every staff member who came to wish us a happy anniversary, the complimentary pannacotta, and a gift certificate to use for a return visit! I also noticed at the table next to us, a party hat was placed prior to arrival of the little birthday girl! The expansive wraparound windows afforded us sunset ocean views and a game of guess-the-cloud-shape. Food is delicious and beautifully plated. We started with house edamame and HK crab cakes. Husband's 14oz medium rare ribeye was perfectly cooked. I ordered the macadamia crusted fish, which was incredibly meaty. Parking is free. Looks like they have a great happy hour menu and live music. I'm definitely putting that gift certificate to use! read more

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We had a wonderful dinner at Roy's in Hawaii Kai. It was to celebrate my birthday and retirement. The servers Cal and Tehana were so accommodating and helpful, and really made our dinner memorable. The view from Roy's in Hawaii Kai overlooks a bay and has a perfect vantage point for a beautiful sunset. There's ample dining space on two floors and a cool koi pond in the lobby. For dinner we ordered a Japan Hamachi Crudo to start and a fish trio, seared butterfish and a Keiki grilled chicken for a main courses. We completed the meal with a chocolate soufflé and they provided two different Panna cotta desserts to celebrate my birthday and retirement! If that wasn't enough, the kitchen prepared a chocolate chip ice cream sandwich for my daughter! It was an amazing meal with a spectacular view and the best service one could ask for. This was the most memorable meal for our trip to Oahu. I would certainly recommend Roy's in Hawaii Kai over the one located in Waikiki. BTW, they all have different menus because the chefs are allowed to develop different menus for the various locations. There are a few items that are standard for all locations. Kudos to the chefs, servers and the manager for an outstanding experience and providing superb service tonight! read more

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The Slow Braised Honey Mustard Grilled Beef Short Ribs were soft, and I liked the flavor of the honey mustard sauce on top, but the meat was a bit on the dry side. Yama's Mama's Beef Meatloaf & Surf was a bit gamey for me, and sadly, the shrimp didn't have good seasoning. I liked Roy's Signature Chocolate Soufflé because it was crunchy on the outside but soft inside, and the chocolate was melting from the center! I was very disappointed with their Halo Halo. On the menu, it says it comes with "Ube Ice Cream, Key Lime Panna Cotta, and Leche Flan", but our Halo Halo came with Vanilla Ice Cream without informing us. We ordered it because it was supposed to have Ube Ice Cream, which is a very important ingredient in Halo Halo, but they didn't even tell us it would be replaced with Vanilla Ice Cream that night. This was very unacceptable. The Halo Halo was not traditional style, and the base was strawberry shaved ice. The only thing I liked was the leche flan. We wanted to see the sunset, but all the curtains stayed closed until after the sun had already gone down. I asked if they could open them so we could enjoy the sunset, but they told me they only open the curtains after sunset. Since Roy's Hawaii Kai is famous for its beautiful ocean view, I did not understand why we could not enjoy the sunset. Slow Braised Honey Mustard Grilled Beef Short Ribs $59 Yama's Mama's Beef Meatloaf & Surf $51 Roy's Signature Chocolate Souffle $17 Halo Halo $16 April 6, 2026 read more

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On our last night of our August-September, 2023 Oahu vacation, DJ and I dined at the original Roy's Restaurant, Roy's Hawaii Kai, the first location of Chef Roy Yamaguchi's high-end chain serving Hawaiian fusion fare in a casually modern setting. Via OpenTable, we made reservations for Saturday evening, September 9, at 9:00 PM. Easy peasy. Booking reservations via the online restaurant reservation service was super convenient. After easily finding parking in the lot, we walked through a finely landscaped front yard and, upon entry through the front door, were welcomed by a serene koi pond at the bottom of the stairs that led us up to the main dining room. The comfortable open kitchen dining room provided panoramic views of Maunalua Bay and Diamond Head. We were seated at a white linen clothed table nearby the bar at the top of the staircase. Roy's offers a culinary journey in fine dining with a menu focused on fresh seafood and some steakhouse dishes, blending Hawaiian and Asian flavours in contemporary style of cooking. Below is what we had for dinner: In lieu of a complimentary basket of bread and butter to kick off our meal, we were served a nice bowl of spicy edamame, which I found to be a fitting prelude to the eclectic blend of Hawaiian, Japanese, and Classic French cuisine that we were about to enjoy. Tempura Shimeji Mushroom ($17) - For a starter from the Vegetarian Menu, we shared this delicious appetizer of golden crispy fried mushrooms that were drizzled with spicy aioli. YUM! Mongolian Style Vegetable Stir-Fry with Crispy Tofu ($20) - Also from the Vegetarian Menu, for his main dish, DJ had this plate of fried cubes of tofu mixed with a small medley of veggies. The mixed vegetables were mostly onion slivers, a few slices of green bell pepper and zucchini, shoestring carrots and very little bean sprouts, topped with a small handful of micro greens and a nicely uniformed mound of white rice. Misoyaki Butterfish ($56) - I ordered this signature, world renowned dish for my entrée - a tender and rich fish dish, marinated in miso and served over forbidden black rice and a sweet ginger wasabi butter sauce. The silky, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth black cod was sophisticated and oh, so ono! Roy's Signature Chocolate Soufflé ($14) - We were served this decadent dessert on the house. This chocolate SWEET TREAT was rich in flavour and airy in texture. Service was exceptional. Right from our arrival, we were greeted with warmth and friendly hospitality. As the night went on, it was becoming apparent that I was not feeling well. Our waiter was so caring that he even brought out a few different bottles of fever reducers to offer medication to me. He was very sweet. An unforgettable dining experience we enjoyed at Roy's Hawaii Kai. The restaurant was a perfect setting for an onolicious meal with stunning views and exceptional service. read more

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Always enjoyed coming to this location over the years. Though this particular time had 2 misses that would've made this a 5-star experience. It was mom's birthday, and they had a little birthday hat in the middle of the table to signify this occasion. The server and food runner/busser attending our table were both very polite and efficient. The first mishap was with the tasting menu. The great part is that, not everyone on the table needs to partake in this menu, though 2 out of the 6 people in our party wanted to try it. About 5 minutes after taking our table's order, the server comes back to mention that the chef is not making that tonight, so that they would need to try something else. Perhaps flipping over that menu in the book, or mention of it not being available in pre-shift to communicate down to the rest of the staff, to then advise the customer before ordering would prevent a little bit of disappointment. Nevertheless, the food for the table came out in a timely manner. As the years have gone by, I've noticed that the dishes are all very brown in color. Brown protein, brown rice, brown sauce. There's a pop of color here and there but I personally would like my food to be a little more colorful in presentation. Dessert course came around and our table ordered pretty much 1 of each on the menu. Know that the hot items on the dessert menu take about 30 minutes, so you may want to order that when your dinner entree course is dropped on the table. The same 2 people who had ordered the tasting menu in the beginning, then decided to order the Halo-Halo because they wanted something cold and refreshing. To their disappointment, the server brought the items, mentioned that they ran out of ube ice cream and proceeded to drop the check at the same time so its like there was no opportunity to rebuttal or complain. Again, a little bit of communication beforehand would've set the expectations up a little better. All in all, a great location, with great views of the sunset. This experience just needed a little bit of fine-tuning to be a 5-star. read more

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Last night celebrating our daughter's birthday we haven't been here in a while but place was Busy as usual and had early Set menu dinner was very delicious and rewarding Everyone of the staff was very cordial and friendly atmosphere was lovely as always thank you so much we'll be back again soon read more

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We went for Father's Day's/Birthday and the service was really good. They are very attentive. My brother and I had the lamb /lobster combo. The lobster was a little salty and I couldn't cut the lamb with the knife. Neither could my brother. His lamb was undercooked cooked and mine was good. The taste was good I just couldn't get over neither being able to cut with the knife. It's a great environment for parties or a romantic dinner. The place can get loud if it's busy but you can manage. I've eaten here before but never had the lamb. Not sure if I would try the lamb again. read more

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Per usual, fantastic service (thanks Luke!) with great recommendations and some fun new additions to the menu. The zucchini bao was fantastic - so tender and lightly battered and fried to just add a hint of crunch. The cilantro relish topping was a fun & refreshing contrast to the umami in the sauce. We also tried the beef tobanyaki which was also new on the appetizer menu. Highly reccomend and I will be getting it again! Tender pieces of filet meat sautéed with mushrooms and onions in a wafu sauce. Also ordered our usual mandatory appetizer: the spring rolls (duh) One loud table which was slightly annoying, but other than that ambiance was pretty on par with a typical Friday night at a nicer restaurant. A little birdie told me they're rolling out a new cocktail menu which I am VERY excited for. The Hawaii Kai location is definitely due for a refresh with some proper, less juicy cocktails on the menu! Looking forward to see what they roll out! (Keep an eye out for the spicy margarita - one of the best I've tasted!) read more

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So late w the review, so sorry! I haven't been here in many years as I only come here for special occasions. This time, I came for my cousin's wedding reception. Very small, intimate gathering of family & close friends. Everything tasted so good. My favorite has to be the crabcake in the appetizer sampler. So flavorful inside and crispy outside. Not fishy at all. Sister had the lamb chops while nephew had the surf & turf. Mom & I had the tiger shrimp w grits. Fabulous. The waitstaff were very attentive and quite funny at times. It made for a very enjoyable evening. Congrats to David & Sayaka! Lots of parking in private lot. Same lot as Hawaii Kai Satellite City Hall. Private room upstairs. Restrooms located upstairs and down. Elevator and stairs. read more

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We had an excellent anniversary dinner at the original Roy's in Hawaii Kai! It's been a little while since we came out to this Roys, the location in Waikiki is actually closer to us, but I just hate dealing with a parking situation in Waikiki. Dinner reservations were made for four (the kids tagged along). We had to wait a few minutes after we checked in, but we enjoyed looking at the Koi at the bottom of the stairs. The host then took us upstairs to our table. Our server was Brandon who was excellent and very knowledgeable. We ordered the crabcake appetizer to start out, tasty but slightly under seasoned. Both my husband and I ordered the butterfish with the forbidden black rice, my daughter ordered the blackened Ahi and my son ordered from the kids menu the teriyaki chicken. The food was well prepared, the butterfish was excellent, moist and very tasty. I always enjoy the black forbidden rice, which you actually cannot get at the Waikiki location. The blackened ahi is also an excellent choice as well. Lightly seared, sashimi style inside with a butter sauce. The kids entrée was teriyaki chicken with rice, celery, stick, and carrot stick with a square cheese quesadilla to start. For dessert, we ordered the chocolate lava cake x2 which does take 30 minutes to prepare so it needs to be ordered in advance. We got a Matcha Panna cotta complementary for our anniversary. My son had a vanilla ice cream sandwich. Exquisite dinner with the family with amazing food and service! read more

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My hubby made reservations for our anniversary dinner here on 7/7. We arrived promptly at 6:30 and were seated right away on the second floor. The view was spectacular, especially at sunset. On one side of the room is the open kitchen. On the other side are views of the ocean. Things didn't start out smoothly. He ordered a Local Kine Mule $17 (vodka, mango syrup, ginger beer, lime juice, mint), but they brought him a Lychee Sake-Tini instead. We notified our waiter and he brought us the correct drink. They started us off with complimentary seasoned soy beans. We ordered the Dim Sum Style Canoe for Two $42 (Szechuan pork ribs, chicken spring rolls, seared shrimp sticks, tempura spicy ahi maki). For our entrees we got the Crispy New Zealand Tai Snapper $55 (crown noodle yakisoba, tomato sambal) and Yama's Mama's Beef Meatloaf $37 (tempura onion rings, dashi mushroom gravy). For dessert we got the Banana Sweet Bread Pudding "Panipopo" $15 (haupia sauce, caramel). It takes half an hour to make the Panipopo, so put in the order ahead of time. They also gave us a free anniversary dessert, strawberry flan. Dessert was the best part of dinner. Both desserts were exceptional. The meatloaf was good and the tai snapper was ok. The fish was firm and flaky, a little dry. The sauce was a little vinegary for my liking. Service was on par for fine dining. They kept the water glasses full and the floor manager stopped by a few times to see how everything was going. They gave us an anniversary card and a $25 gift card to use the next time we're there. A very nice touch. read more

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Came to this OG Roy's for my birthday celebration. What a nice treat! Food was amazing, service was attentive, and the ambiance was nice and relaxing. Although it's not right by the ocean, you can still see the water on the other side of the road. Miso butterfish can't be beat. It's their signature dish of the restaurant. It's cooked to perfection. Definitely worth it to get the larger portion because you'll be wanting more if you get the smaller size. The Mac nut crusted fish was equally delectable! The portion size was pretty good considering the price and the quality of the food as well. Try their rolls too. Fresh fish with yummy fixings. And don't forget to get their chocolate lava cake! Wonderful dinner and evening at Hawaii Kai. It's a great spot to celebrate a special occasion. They always have a happy hour menu that I'm very curious about! read more

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Food was absolutely delicious. The lamb roast was cooked perfectly and the seafood trio tasted fresh and vibrant. The famous lava cake was very tasty. Service was excellent. We were checked on regularly and always had whatever we needed. We had reservations and were seated immediately with the ocean view. Having dinner by the beach with the sun setting was maybe one of the happiest delights of our entire stay in Oahu. Along with great food, drinks and a view, this experience was incredible. Thanks! read more

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When our daughter and her family moved to Hawaii over 17 years ago, we made it our annual tradition to visit Roy's Hawaii Kai for a special treat. We had always enjoyed the breathtaking view, the delicious food and the outstanding attention to detail with every aspect of our dining experience there. Unfortunately, this year (January 11), we had a very different experience. I had made reservations for the seven of us several weeks prior, however, upon our arrival we were seated at a corner table, surrounded on three sides by the kitchen counter, the back wall and a side post. Prior to being seated, our host asked us if this was acceptable, I immediately said, "No." We expected a table that we could all comfortably sit around in an easily accessible spot (as we had always had previously). The only option offered was to go downstairs and sit outside where we were told it was expected to rain. For the sake of salvaging our celebration, I acquiesced and we sat at the table offered. Since the servers could not walk behind four of us, plates, drinks, etc. were continually passed to those of us "trapped." While the food was excellent as always, the experience was far from it. I apologized to the family and assured them that we would not be coming back. As the months have passed since this disappointing experience, I have wrestled with whether to share this experience, fearing it would be a wasted effort. I decided to be hopeful that this message would not fall on deaf ears, but be accepted as valuable customer feedback. read more

My wife and I enjoyed our experience at Roy's to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Everything went well, from our waiter, who provided great tips on the menu and was very polite and patient, to the young ladies who refilled our water and took our plates, to the fellow who brought the food to the table, the fantastic ocean view and, of course, the food...five stars all the way. You can tell this is a place where people take pride in their work because everything runs like a well oiled machine and everyone has a smile on their face and is so accommodating. If you want a fine dining experience where all your expectations are met, look no further. We will definitely be back again! read more

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Exceptional experience start to finish! My husband and I went to celebrate our 10th anniversary while visiting the island Roy's made it very memorable. From the hostess to the water server, server, and GM....everyone recognized our special day. The food was spectacular as usual. And we received a complimentary dessert. Highly recommended! read more

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Still one of the top eateries close to home for enjoying fabulous dishes. I love their steaks and butterfish entrées. Their desserts (offered in multiple choices) are truly out of this world, though slightly on the sweeter side. We had a memorable birthday dinner there celebrating a loved one's special day. Roy's has several branches on the island, and this Hawaii Kai location is arguably the best of them all. read more

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Roy's was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! I was very excited to try this restaurant and my expectations were exceeded. The restaurant is clean and well decorated with a simplistic design. We sat on the 2nd floor and I personally really enjoyed the open kitchen layout, as I was able to see the chefs prepping and plating meals. I was particularly excited for the 3 course meal that they offer. The amount of food that they give seems small but it is pretty filling. We first tried the shrimp and short rib as our first course. The short rib was tender and flavorful with the shrimp being light and refreshing. Next we tried the macadamia nut crusted fish with beef (I can't remember the name of the beef in particular) as our second dish. I wasn't a huge fan of the beef because it was pretty fatty, but that is a personal preference as the flavor was still tasty. The fish itself was the star of the dish and was extremely unique! The fish itself was tender and flavorful and the macadamia nut crust added extra flavor and crispiness. The dessert course was a matcha crème brûlée and our waiter was kind enough to bring us their chocolate soufflés as well to try since he mentioned that was one of their most popular desserts. The matcha crème brûlée was light and creamy, but the chocolate soufflé was rich and fluffy, making it obvious as to why it is their most popular dessert. All in all, Roy's is the perfect spot for date night or celebrating with friends and family! I highly recommend checking it out and trying their 3 course meal! read more

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Made reservation on Opentable. We were seated upstairs where the best views are (or would be if it wasn't already dark). We arrived after dark so no sunset for us. Ambiance nice. They quickly brought water and edamame to the table. The savory edamame was seasoned and a perfect pairing to our sweet drink. I started with Roy's Signature Hawaiian Martini which had vanilla vodka, coconut rum infused with pineapples. Absolutely delicious- highly recommend! Not as seeet as you might think. For appetizers, we ordered the chicken spring rolls and the crispy zucchini. Both were overly generous portions. We should have only ordered one! The spring rolls were hearty and came 6 mini to an order. They sat on a sweet sauce that complimented the hearty filling. Not dry at all!!! We both liked the crispy zucchini better. It came four to an order but one each would have been better. We were already getting full. For our main we each got the fish trio. We also asked about substitutions for the white rice and got the seasoned black rice instead. The butter fish melted in my mouth and was absolutely perfect!! I ate it all! The macadamia nut encrusted fish was a swordfish that night and a little dry. But it was served with a lovely rich lobster sauce. The blackened ahi was equally fresh and delicious. Although completely full by now, We splurged for two desserts. She got the bread pudding which we thought was the best bread pudding either of us ever had. The ice cream the Carmel sauce the banana bread base- what a combo! I got the cold halo halo dessert and it was completely opposite and very refreshing. It had so much to it that there was a different flavor with every bite- it was a party in your mouth! The manager stopped over to check in on us. He explained the menu in Waikiki is different. We were really glad we made the trek to Hawaii Kai to try the original. A lot of birthdays and special occasions looked to be celebrating that weeknight. Parking super easy. Highly recommend! read more

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Roy's was more upscale than the restaurants I usually go to, but it ended up being such a great experience for my fiancé and I! From the moment we walked in, the service was excellent. I drink a lot of water and my glass was never empty once, which was amazing. I noted on our reservation that we were celebrating an anniversary, and every staff member who interacted with us wished us a happy anniversary, which made the night feel extra special! Our waiter was kind and took the time to walk us through the menu, which we really appreciated. We decided on the three-course tasting option and enjoyed every part of it--especially the entrée, which was the standout of the night. Overall, it was an amazing experience from start to finish, and we're already looking forward to coming back the next time we're home. read more

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Always delicious food here! Excellent service. Great view for dining in. This is our favorite location. Love the pre-fixe dinner. read more

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Always a great place to come when you are in Hawaii. I love coming to this venue, especially at sunset. Our server, Brandon was excellent! Always super attentive to what we needed and wanted regarding service. Of course, the main reason was the food. Today we had the prix fixe Japanese menu. Outstanding! Normally I take leftovers home, but our portions were just right including the crab cakes! Happy hour is only downstairs. Lots of free parking! Enjoy!! read more

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Aloha, seriously who doesn't love Roy's and the original at that. Started at the downstairs bar for a beer with edamame and chatted with a manager, cool dude has been with the company for 20 years. Up in the private room we experienced The Sake Tasting with master som Patrick Okubo. Sake was paired perfectly with Roy's dishes. Everything was delicious and perfectly prepared. Got to hang with bestie Alan, and saw many old and new friends as well as cousins. Such a wonderful evening. Mahalo read more

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My daughter and I went to Roy's in Hawai'i Kai on a whim, which is rare for us since we hardly ever make the drive to that side of the island. We had actually planned to eat somewhere else, but when we arrived it felt more like a daytime spot and not the kind of place we wanted for an evening meal. I suddenly remembered how much I used to love the chocolate souffle from Roy's, and I realized I hadn't been there in over twenty years. That alone was enough to convince us to head over. We called ahead to see if there was seating at the bar since we assumed a table was unlikely, but they did have room and we were perfectly happy being at the bar anyway. Our bartender and server, Matthew, was exceptional. He gave thoughtful recommendations, especially with the wine. We ordered a bottle of Pinot Grigio and started with sushi. The dragon roll and the hamachi carpaccio were both incredible. The flavors were clean, fresh, and beautifully balanced. We also had the butterfish paired with forbidden black rice, which was amazing. The zucchini appetizer was another standout, so simple but so good. We had edamame and a tempura dish as well, and everything was consistently delicious. For dessert, we ordered the chocolate souffle that I remembered so well, and Matthew brought out a dessert wine that paired with it perfectly. The souffle was like heaven. It's hard to describe just how good it was. Rich, warm, and comforting in a way that brought back memories. Something worth noting is that this Roy's in Hawai'i Kai is the original and the only one still independently owned. From what we were told, the other Roy's locations are no longer owned by Roy himself, so if you want the true, classic experience, this is the place. It felt good to support local, to support the staff who clearly care about what they do, and to enjoy a place that still honors its roots. Everyone we encountered was kind, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The overall experience was wonderful, and I would absolutely recommend making the drive out to Hawai'i Kai. Especially around the holidays, when everything feels expensive anyway, I honestly didn't feel like our meal was any pricier than other places in town. If we hadn't ordered a bottle of wine, it would have been very reasonable considering how much food we tried and how much we enjoyed every single dish. Highly recommend keeping this iconic restaurant supported and thriving. read more

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It was my first time coming to Roy's Hawaii Kai. I have been to the Royals in San Diego and it is very different yet similar. I still love the chocolate raspberry soufflé, which is one of my favorite but this time I got the honey mustard, short rib, the vegetables were perfectly cooked The crunch was still there. I hate when I bite into a vegetable and it's all mushy, but this is not the case. Everything was perfectly cooked. If you would like to try a restaurant other than steakhouse that are popular, I would suggest Roys Hawaii they specialize in different dishes for you to try. read more

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Presentation was informative and the food was good. I don't care for shutome since I find it fishy and a bit dry. I did take off the mac nuts to eat. The beef was tender but I asked for sauce since there was very little on the plate and it was a bit dry but kind of expected when there are many orders of the same kind. Service was ok. They filled our water glasses. It took a bit longer for the ice tea and coffee. Always a nice view. The other people on the table were nice. Good food. Good company. Informative. read more

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The food was spectacular The wait staff and managers were very friendly and attentive The ocean views, amazing read more

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Everything was perfect! Service from hostess to table helper to waiter was perfectly executed. A five star experience that should not be overlooked. The view of the bay is spectacular and the food was all so delicious. The chef is truly talented. read more

We enjoyed Easter Brunch at Roy's this Sunday morning. It was a breath of fresh air to have such an attentive staff. From the check in to walking past the bar to taking our orders and clearing our plates, every single staff member was attentive, cheerful, sincere, and happy to serve us. The food was outstanding. We started with the Crispy Zucchini on toasted bao bun with house XO sauce. The light and airy tempura batter on the zucchini was salted delicately to bring out the zucchini and the XO sauce complimented nicely. The four servings were delightfully filling - no skimping on portion size! My husband and I both ordered from the Easter Brunch specials. I had the crab cake eggs benedict and my husband enjoyed the amazingly tender 48 hour sous vide short rib steak. We all laughed when the waiter obligatorily brought a steak knife to the table. It was not needed in the least! We opted out for baked desserts and instead ordered a second round of drinks. As I said, service was impeccable. What an enjoyable morning. I highly recommended a visit. read more

Roy's ambiance is "aloha". Service is great and servers are friendly and helpful. Food is tasty and delicious! What else could you ask more? read more

Service was great. They cater very well to KIDS (we had both a toddler and a baby). Beautiful views, nice indoor & outdoor seating, and very quick service. Food was average however, I was let down by a lot of the flavors /: the only thing that left me wanting more of was their Frying Dragon Sushi Roll (this was delicious and great sauces). read more

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11/12/25 Honolulu, HI We had a great dinner at Roy's Hawaii Kai and really enjoyed the experience overall. The ambience is warm and upscale without being stuffy, and the service throughout the evening was attentive and very friendly. Because the restaurant split our bill, the printed prices were half of what we actually paid--so the real prices were double what appears on the receipt. Here's what we ordered with the accurate pricing: * Black Ahi Appetizer - $33.00 (excellent starter) * Martinis (Tanqueray) - $15.00 each * Hendrick's Martini - $15.00 * Avissi Prosecco - $13.00 * Poke - $29.00 * Farm House Salad - $27.00 * Filet Mignon - $68.00 (perfectly cooked--one of the highlights of the night) * Meatloaf & Shrimp - $59.00 (the meatloaf was outstanding; the shrimp were just okay) * Short Ribs - $62.00 * Side: 4-Piece Shrimp - $16.00 * Soufflé - $17.00 The food overall was very good. The meatloaf surprised us in the best way--rich, flavorful, and truly memorable. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly and worth every penny. The shrimp, both in the entrée and as a side, were decent but not as impressive as the other dishes. Service was excellent from start to finish, and the atmosphere is exactly what you want for a nice night out in Hawaii Kai--comfortable, polished, and relaxing. We'd definitely return. Solid 4 stars. read more

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Celebrated a birthday dinner here and it did not disappoint! Beautiful view and delicious food. The service was also exceptional. The sashimi was so fresh and tasty. We also had the fish trio, meatloaf, zucchini starter, and salad. read more

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We came here right after our evening Makapuu walk and what a way to end the night. Impromptu dinner with exceptional friendly service. Food was excellent and the ambiance was perfect to wrap up our date. Definitely see myself coming back for a celebration. read more

Roy's Hawaii Kai - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Roy's is always a great dinner night! Perfect choice for couples date night and also birthday celebrations! Service - love that the restaurant workers all greet you as you enter. Our server was attentive, we were a bit bummed that there was no escargot on the menu for appetizer, but the server gave us an appetizer that was delish- short rib gyoza. Water and ice tea was always topped off immidiately. They also boxed our leftovers and gave us a big bag to carry it home. Atmosphere/Ambiance - they have a cute Christmas tree in the lobby. We dined early which is super nice for a sunset view but it can get bright with the sun even when the shades are down and it was a little hot, once the sun sets they open the shades which allows good lighting for pics! Food- food is always great, we had one dish that wasn't cooked to the right temperature but it was fixed immidiately. The 14 oz smoked rib eye plate is a bit messy, the dish seems to big for the plate, the steak is on top of the risotto so as you're cutting it the risotto is sliding to the edge of the plate, would have preferred it to be set on a bigger plate with the risotto on the side, the plate also has a lot of sauce not sure if it's from the steak or the kale but it got a bit messy with cutting the steak. The kids meals under 12 are amazing here they start them with a cheese quesadillas slices with grapes, celery, carrot, salad , a few choices for entree which include salmon or braised beef, and a cookie ice cream sandwich for dessert $16 the salmon was cooked perfectly! Dessert - chocolate soufflé is always amazing! No more yelp check in offer though but it's still delicious they also had a pumpkin soufflé for the season and pineapple upside down cake. Their complementary cookies and creme panna cotta was delicious too! Parking - there's lots of parking right outside the restaurant, the nearest establishment (used to be scratch kitchen/outback) is empty for now so there's tons of parking available. Thank you for a great birthday celebration dinner! read more

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