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    Roy's Ko Olina

    4.2 (2.4k reviews)
    Open • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    ROY'S KO OLINA ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Romantic
    Classy

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    Nicole I.

    Best restaurant for atmosphere. This location is beautiful and the service is always incredible. The food is also very yummy too but is it worth eating there for the hundreds of dollars? Yes if you're celebrating a special occasion. They really make you feel special. The food here is really good but it's hard to pay $80 for a dish. No matter what though I know a meal here is going to be great. TLDR: Luxury atmosphere but expensive

    Honey mustard braised beef ribs
    Richard D.

    Birthday dinner with my wife on a Saturday evening. It was crowded at 6pm. Guess the economy is not hurting the tourists at Ko Olina resort? We generally come to Roy's at least once per year for a birthday or special occasion. It's considered somewhat upscale but still very casual and chill. Service is always top notch, as is the food. I always get my favorite which is the honey mustard braised beef ribs, which has always been 5 stars. Tonight's dish was 4 stars... the beef was slightly tough and a little overcooked. Everything else was 4-5 stars. Roy's is a wonderful restaurant and am so glad they are here, so close to home.

    Immediate appetizer as soon as we sit down.
    Lisa M.

    Pleasantly surprised!! I haven't been to Roy's as a parent, so this was my first experience with a little keiki. They pulled out all the stops for her. They had a coloring book with crayons, a three course prefixed meal for kids. It came with a yummy appetizer, you could choose the entree and it came with an ice cream sandwich dessert. My daughter loved it and it's hard to impress her. We got the appetizer sampler with beef and sushi which was filling in itself and we got the double fish entree. I absolutely recommend the sampler! It was delicious. They gave us little finger towels between our appetizer and entree which elevated the experience and my water cup was also full. They were so kind to us as a little family. I didn't think I would love this place as there is no ocean view, but the golf course was serene enough to make it special.

    Alex A.

    Really great food with large portions, however the higher prices do reflect those factors. Superior service as always here on the island. Free edamame which is a nice touch.

    Ribeye
    Joe R.

    Roy's was our second restaurant in Hawaii for our honeymoon. We walked across the street from Aulani to the lovely country club/golf course where this restaurant resides. First off I gotta say that more restaurants should do a bowl of seasoned edamame instead of complementary bread. I could not stop eating these, they were addicting. Our waiter was wonderful and the service was great. The food was delicious for the most part save for my wife's ribeye. It was a bit of a miss in my book. It was way over charred, but my wife didn't seem to mind. Our surf and turf cooked sushi rolls were really good. My meal, the bacon jam scallops, was also inventive and delicious. The ambience outside was lovely with a great view of the pristine Ko Olina golf course at Twilight. All and all I would love to come back here should I find myself in Ko Olina again.

    Prime rib ($49)
    Michael C.

    Recently visited Roy's again, and really enjoyed our experience. Service was fantastic as usual, and a very very special shout out to the Manager there. We are from CA and left a personal item at the restaurant, and the staff kindly packaged and sent over to us. What a personal, kind touch. We will for sure visit Roy's next time we are in town!

    Chinatown Chicken Spring Rolls and Hawaii Kai Style Crispy Crab Cakes
    Alyssa Y.

    Made lunch reservations for our anniversary at Roy's Ko Olina and was amazed by the service, view and food presented. We were warmly greeted by the hostess who wished us a happy anniversary and were given the option to sit indoors or outdoors. We chose indoor and were seated promptly. The restaurant itself was pretty empty and we got a table by the window where we had a nice view of the golf course. Our server Bianca was super nice and gave us recommendations on the menu. We had the Crab Cakes, Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Chinatown Chicken Spring Rolls and the Honey Mustard Charred Beef Short Rib. Portion sizes were good and we were thoroughly surprised by how good the Spring Rolls and Beef Short Ribs were. The spring rolls were hot and crispy on the outside, but was a little different because it had a black bean sauce underneath which was a nice surprise. The beef short ribs were so tender and filling when paired with the mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables. At the end of our meal we were presented with a complimentary chocolate soufflé which was a surprise. The soufflé had a nice firm exterior with a nice soft soufflé on the inside and molten chocolate. What a perfect way to end the meal. Amazing service and I look forward to coming back again!

    Ahi burger with garlic fries
    Chas P.

    My family and I came to celebrate my MIL's birthday for Sunday brunch. It was not busy and lots of space to sit at. We had a nice view of people golfing. The hostess was very nice and sat us quickly. She also showed us where the restroom was. The service was on point. He was very friendly and explained the menu very well. He also recommended us what food were good which we ended up choosing. The food/drink runners were also great! The kids menu was amazing!!! They had a cute appetizer set that came quickly. The food portion was enough for my children and they loved it. It also came with a dessert after. I got the ahi burger which was flavorful. We always get their assorted appetizer (that is enough for 3-4 people) and their brussel sprouts! I can not go to Roy's without ordering their brussel sprouts. The past times I went there, I would order their chocolate molten cake which you would have to put in a order ahead of time and that is really good. I love coming to this location because of service and their menu.

    Ribeye
    Sariel L.

    The first impression at the front desk wasn't the warmest, as the lady seemed a little uninterested. However, once we were seated, everything completely changed. Our server, Edison, was absolutely outstanding. He welcomed us with such genuine warmth, always had a smile on his face, and was incredibly attentive throughout the entire meal. He checked on us at just the right times and made sure we had everything we needed without us having to ask. The rest of the staff were also very friendly and courteous. The misoyaki butterfish and island fish were delicious. The fish was perfectly cooked, but what really stood out was the green color sauce, it was incredibly flavorful and honestly one of the best we've had. We also really appreciated the keiki meal. Instead of serving typical junk food, they offered a thoughtfully prepared meal, which was a huge plus for us as parents. Our child had such a wonderful birthday dinner, and the attentive service made the celebration feel extra special. The only small issue was that we noticed some tiny bugs in our glasses of water. They were too tiny to see if you weren't looking closely. Overall, the exceptional service, especially from Edison and the delicious food far outweighed this minor issue. We'd happily come back again.

    Menu 06/29/26
    Rudy F.

    Service was great, food... Meh... Not worth the $650 for 4 people. The appetizer Brussel Sprouts were good. Chocolate Souffle was good. The Scallops were good. The cab rib eye was over cooked, we had them take it back. The stuff shrimp was meh. The appetizer Butterfish was good, the appetizer smoked ribs were not fall off the bone & meh.

    Trust E.

    Amazing view, great service, super nice server, food was great ribeye steak was great duet fish was super

    Prime Rib Sandwich
    Justin S.

    We came here for my brother's birthday, almost make it a tradition every time we're in the area and it sucks to say that Roy's has fallen off. For lunch I ordered a prime rib sandwich which came out overdone. The bread was soggy and not toasted and the fries I had to switch out because they were regular as opposed to garlic fries. Our server seemed like he didn't want to be there, even though he came off with a nice demeanor it seemed like he was overworked and didn't really give me good vibes. Only saving grace was the matcha creme brûlée which is why I give this location 2/5 instead of 1 star. Which was once a tradition is now more of something we have to move on from. Hopefully Roy's can turn it around in both service and food.

    Plantation Paella
    Andrew W.

    Roy's Ko Olina is one of our go to spots for date night whenever we're visiting family, and it never disappoints. The service is consistently good, and we always love when we're able to sit out on the lanai. The restaurant itself isn't anything over the top visually. It definitely matches the golf clubhouse vibe of the area. That said, the food is always the star here. My partner never strays from the Plantation Paella, and for good reason. It's packed with flavor and incredibly satisfying. I always go for the honey mustard short rib, which is rich, tender, and full of bold, delicious flavor. The drinks are solid as well, whether you're in the mood for a sweetened iced tea or something to take the edge off. We always finish with the macadamia nut tart for dessert. It takes a little time, but it's absolutely worth the wait every single time. Overall, Roy's Ko Olina is a reliable favorite for a relaxed but memorable date night.

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    Ask the Community - Roy's Ko Olina

    What time does aloha hour start?

    3:00-5:00

    What is their wine corkage fee?

    Appears to be $25 per bottle with a two bottle limit.

    Can I wear a plain black t-shirt with nice jeans, black shoes and all black hat?

    I'm not sure what the actual policy is for attire but when my family and I went to dinner one of our guests wore a plain gray tshirt with jeans and sneakers so I'm pretty sure you'll be ok.

    What time is their happy/aloha hour?

    When we went in December, the aloha happy hour was 3:00-5:00 pm. Please contact the restaurant to… 

    How formal should I dress for dinner time, is a form fitting black dress with heels too much?

    I’ve seen super dressy and nice casual every time I go. I love to dress up, don’t get a lot of chances and Roy’s is my excuse. Your outfit sounds lovely-either way you will feel comfortable.

    Do we need reservations?

    It would be a good idea, particularly if you want a window table, which I recommend.

    Is there live music?

    Yes, there was live music on the outside patio area....great guitarist!

    How casual is casual here?

    It's next to a golf club and the inside decor is slightly worn. Men- I would "dress up" with a aloha shirt at the most. Ladies- sundress at the most. Hope this helps

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