Anthony our server was excellent!Very attentive and professional. Great service! Beautiful spot. Food was amazing. read more

Anthony was great! Very attentive, funny, and considerate of everyone at the table. He truly made this restaurant an experience. In addition to the hospitality, the cuisine was fantastic. The view doesn't hurt, either. All in all, we highly recommend The Crouching Lion. read more

Food is excellent, service was fantastic. And you can't beat the view. Anthony was an excellent server.

Dined at Crouching Lion for a family member's birthday celebration. Our table was comprised of 6 adults and 2 children, and were pleasantly located within the bar area. The food is always delicious and the 'Harry' provided great musical entertainment. Kai was our server and was attentive, friendly, and engaging, making the experience that much more enjoyable. The bar serves up great drinks and I recommend the Old Fashion. Not all bars make them well. This one does. read more

Great view on the ocean and friendly service. Worth the 30 min drive from Turtle Bay. Good food overall, some great and a few so so dishes. You order to share but the waiter warned us that there is no order of food delivery. You get whatever is prepared first by 1 of 3 kitchens. The crouching lion seafood pasta was pricey but we loved it. You get 2 lobster tails plus shrimp and scallops. Kimchee fried rice was well done. Very tasty. The sushi was a bit below average in terms of taste. Don't order the grill corn - it was lifeless. The flavor of the cucumber salad was spicy and tangy ... but it was poured over fresh cucumbers vs being marinated for a bit so the flavor can be detected in the thickly sliced pieces. read more

Loved the ambience and the theme of the food being Korean, since I'm Korean myself. However, I wasn't a fan of the food. The Mai Tai was pretty good, but I wanted to like the food more than I did. Lots of parking areas though the parking lot was packed so we lucked out on a parking spot. The service was great! And we enjoyed the view of the water. read more

I would like to say my review is mainly about the service and let me preface this with good food, views and higher prices do not justify the poor level of service. I made a reservation two weeks prior to my wife's birthday hoping to surprise her with a place we have been wanting to go, after all we heard nothing but great things about the place it turned out to be anything but great. The food was good and the view was just as we would expect in Hawaii however, unless you are a tourist and you have a party of 6 or more do not waist your time driving there. We arrived 15 mins prior to our reservation and were seated behind people that had no reservations, once seated it took 20 mins for the server to take our order and then another 20 mins or more to get food and our drinks, my wife was blown off by our server about a drink and on top of that didn't check on us at most once every 20 mins normally I would understand if the place was beyond busy but it wasn't the servers were more concerned with the larger tourist groups than anyone who was in a party less than 6 people. I specifically made note that it was my wife's birthday and nothing was done for it, normally I don't make special requests but it was apparent we where not important especially when our server delivered stuff for other birthdays who were seated next to us, it's sad to see this after living on the island for +4 years, we won't be going back unfortunately. read more

Josey was absolutely amazing! Just by chance, each time we visit she is the one serving us! read more

The Crouching Lion - Beer Bar Near Me - Kaaawa, Hawaii

Absolutely loved the perfect location of this place! It was beautiful and was great for being nearby after touring Kualoa Ranch. The drinks were all amazing and the food was all excellent! We did have a bit of regret with ordering the feast. Our server sold us on it and said it was small plates of the entire menu. It started out great with a sip and some bites. The sushi was so good and the salmon belly - absolutely amazing! Then, it escalated to portions that were far too large and not near enough protein of bread, peppers, cucumber salad and ceviche (while all still tasting delicious), and then there was a huge gap in service. We were told tastings from the grill were next and were ready to leave before the time they came out - 40 min later! The short ribs and veggies were okay, but definitely not worth that wait. And then there was another huge wait again for a couple of desserts. The gap in time was so bad, we paid our bill and were ready to walk out without even finishing our meal. We felt bad because our server was so nice and the food that came out was really great, it just wasn't timed/managed well. If they would have just continued pacing very small plates, every few minutes as we finished each one, like the drink, tofu and sushi, and then continue on with small plates of their rice/noodles dishes, then a few smaller portions from the grill...it could have been excellent. While the food that is served is amazing, I'd recommend just ordering what you really want and expect to wait. I'd give them a 5 for taste, but 1 or a 2 for all of the ridiculous waiting. read more

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The Crouching Lion is such a gorgeous place to enjoy a meal with good company. Having lived on Oahu and driven past the establishment when it was closed many times, it was a real treat when Terry K. took us here to dine. We arrived on a weekday afternoon and walked right in. We took time to explore the spaces, and I was in awe of how pretty it is overlooking the water. Plenty of space outside on their patio as well as spaces inside--all open air. It's a great place for all party sizes, ranging from friends and family to loved ones. The ambiance is relaxing and scenic. We didn't have reservations, but it's recommended on busier days. Service was friendly and accommodating throughout our entire stay. Having a full day ahead, the three of us shared some pupus. We got the Ceviche with House Nuac Cham Chips and Crispy Tofu. The ceviche was tasty and fresh. The chips were fine, crunchy, but inconsistent in texture, ranging from light to a bit harder and stale. The tofu was good, a simple agedashi tofu. You are paying for the view as prices are a bit more, reflecting the environment and location. But they do offer complimentary wonton chips, which were a nice touch. If you're driving around the island, a stop at The Crouching Lion is a must for the views. So happy to have the opportunity to dine here now that they're reopened. Find them off Kamehameha Highway with plenty of parking out front. read more

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This was our second time coming here and the experience was just as wonderful as the first time. Our server Anthony was a complete joy and had wonderful recommendations. We ordered the Kimchi fried rice and Volcano Brisket Fries and it was the perfect quick meal for the three of us! read more

The Crouching Lion - Kimchi fried rice and Volcano Brisket Fries - Beer Bar Near Me - Kaaawa, Hawaii

We did the feast option which honestly I thought would be more of a tasting menu, but it is an actual feast. The plates are large enough for sharing and give you a wide variety of things to try. The staff is very attentive and you get a lot of interaction with everyone because they all drop off food. It comes from three kitchens so you get to try specials from different chefs which was really cool experience. You absolutely cannot beat the view it is gorgeous! I would highly recommend making a reservation because it is very busy. read more

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Food was pretty good. I especially liked the wonton chips (free seasoned wonton chips with your meal!). The fries were my favorite and came with even more wonton chips. Tacos used flour tortilla instead of corn, which is not my personal preference. My boyfriend added an extra taco (order comes with 3) and it was $9 yeah Hawai'i is expensive but $9 felt steep for a single taco. Service was great. Very nice and they even gave us these red bean balls as a gift when we were leaving! Establishment was made up of 3 sections I think so there's something for everyone. Outdoor dining had lots of flies though but there's an electric fan-like item to deter them read more

The Crouching Lion - Tacos and fries - Beer Bar Near Me - Kaaawa, Hawaii

East Fusion Love any excuse to drive out here (: Restaurant entrance is on the left when facing the building - opposite end of the cafe. Breezy open air seating that overlooks out to the sea. . First time visiting and pleasantly surprised with the Korean based cuisine! -Prime brisket tacos - not too oily and are large enough to be a meal on its own. But beware the red jalapeños, they're deadly! - Hamachi kama - good, standard sized portion and taste. - Clams and focaccia bread - bread was amazingly fluffy, light but with a nice thin crunchy crust. Clams sat in wonderful garlic butter - tho I do wish they arrived pre-chucked. - Uni pasta - served with buckwheat noodles was a nice change! It enriched the blends of flavor of the thick uni cut toppings, cream sauce, and dabbles of ikura that gave a salty burst in each bite. - Peach Makgeoli ...the sweet sparkling beverage itself is wayy overpriced and not worth it. but I love the pretty carafe and matching cups it comes in - it gave an attempted perception of looking traditional despite serving a very modernized fizzy drink -- just saying. . Good service and the restaurant was very responsive on OpenTable when I contacted them about our late arrival. It also wasn't too crowded considering it was Mother's Day. Despite the ocean breeze - food by the beach will naturally attract flies. There wasn't plenty but it took small efforts to protect our meal from unwanted landings. Overall, an experience worth driving to. (: read more

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I've always enjoyed bringing family and friends to Crouching Lion for lunch or dinner. It's a great alternative to dining in Waikiki, and in the past the food, service, and overall vibe have usually been very good. Unfortunately, tonight's experience fell short of what we've come to expect. We made reservations online and arrived on time, but after checking in we were asked to wait while being told we would be seated shortly. During that time, another group of six arrived without reservations and was seated before us, even though we could clearly see our table was already available. As locals, it gave the impression that tourists were being prioritized over repeat local customers. I completely understand how important visitors are to businesses, but locals are often the ones who continue supporting a restaurant year after year. Our server started off great and was friendly throughout the meal, but after we finished eating he seemed to disappear for quite a while. We waited so long that we eventually decided to skip dessert by the time he returned. The food was mixed tonight. Most dishes were tasty, but the items from the Robata Grill -- including the scallops, mushrooms, and pork belly -- arrived cold, which was disappointing for grilled items. This review reflects tonight's experience only. I've had many good visits here before and I'll definitely return, hoping things get back to the solid 4-5 star experiences I've enjoyed in the past. read more

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This is a good restaurant, although admittedly the only one I've been to on the Northeast side of Oahu. It's got great views and food - my wife and I tried the Wagyu Slides, Brisket Tacos, and the Volcano Brisket Fries. My favorite was the Volcano Brisket Fries, large portion and great taste, with the won ton chips adding some additional structure and making it easy to grab the ingrediments. The Brisket Taco was good, and despite the pepper in my photo, wasn't too hot (although it does have a lil' kick). Wagyu Slider was good, the pickled stuff added a nice touch. There's an attached coffee spot as well. The one knock against this place was that there were some flies hanging around, despite the fan-shoo-away things they had on the table--but for the food, service, and vibes, definitely on point and would recommend trying this place out if you're in the area. read more

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I went there 30 years ago and they were serving dinner. I went there 15 years ago and they were serving only lunch. I remember the first time the food was excellent, but I don't remember anything about the second time other than people were friendly and nice but the second time the atmosphere was outside. I loved it when they had the fireplace going and the large Casablanca chairs for dining in the evenings. I remember the food being good then, but I haven't been there for a while I know I've never had a complaint about the food because if I did, I wouldn't go back. I passed by a week ago and couldn't stop but I will definitely visit and let you know what I think! Aloha Nui loa! read more

AMAZING food, service and ambience!! From the breathtaking views, food bursting with flavor and the exceptional service from our server, Joselyn, we were blown away. I would describe the menu as a shareable/familiy style menu. We ordered quite a bit, but it was all worth it. What we ordered: * Ribeye Streak * Scallops * Lobster tail * Steamed clams with focaccia bread * Fried Rice Everything was cooked to perfection. My favorites were the steamed clams and the fried rice. 10 Stars! read more

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Went on a weekday on Tuesday and it wasn't busy at all. We were able to sit by the ocean view but it was raining so we moved closer to the middle. I ordered the volcano nachos and the brisket roll. My favorite here is their brisket, so I wanted to try their other brisket items. When we got them, it was delicious! I wish there was a bit more sauce on the nachos, but I asked for some on the side to dip the fries in. The roll was very good too and each part paired well together. I would return again for their brisket. Our server was very nice and attentive and I enjoyed the dinner! read more

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A beautiful view, delicious food and thirst fulfilling drinks-what more can you ask for? This place is worth the scenic but far drive from town. We were fortunate to have been invited to a party being held here. The menu was amazing! So much food and everything was so delicious!! The ceviche was one of the best I've ever had! The mandoo is stuffed full and so perfect, crunchy and chewy! The bruschetta was different but so yummy! Their cucumbers rival the famous Chinese restaurant (DTF). Best ribeye I've had in a while! The shiitake mushrooms are cooked perfectly! Their lilikoi bread pudding and crème brulee are amazing desserts! We will take the drive out and come again because the food was so good, they have a full stocked bar for craft drinks and the service was friendly and kind!! Happy to give this restaurant five stars! read more

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So glad they're back!!! Love the atmosphere and the people. Great hidden place and a must visit. read more

it hurts me to make this review cus our server was sooo sweet, nothing against him. I hate to be a karen but for the price. - appetizers were sent after entrees - my ceviche was an hour delayed, and it was pure liquid no shrimp - alcoholic drinks tasted virgin - portions small positive: place was sooo cute read more

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We found this restaurant by chance last night and enjoyed a very nice meal with high-quality food. The atmosphere was beautiful, with live music and a stunning ocean view, which made the experience feel special. Unfortunately, the main issue was the service. We received the bread and one appetizer, but the rest of our food did not arrive until about 35 minutes later. When the server came to ask if we wanted dessert, they did not even realize that our main dishes had not been served yet. They apologized and tried to make up for the situation, but unfortunately, by that time it was already quite late and our dinner was delayed beyond 10:00 PM. Overall, the food, ambiance, live music, and ocean view were wonderful, but the service delay had a significant impact on our experience. With better timing and attention from the staff, this could be a truly excellent restaurant. read more

The Crouching Lion - Beer Bar Near Me - Kaaawa, Hawaii

The Crouching Lion pasta deserves its own standing ovation. The shishitos were perfection, the oysters were fresh, and RICHARD made the entire experience even better. If you're on Oahu, this place is a must. read more

The Crouching Lion - PASTA, Lobster, shrimp, scallops, oysters. Th best wine and best beers!!!!!! - Beer Bar Near Me - Kaaawa, Hawaii

Crouching Lion on Oahu is one of those places where the view alone makes it worth the visit -- but the food holds its own too. We went for lunch and sat on the patio, which overlooks the ocean and is absolutely beautiful. It's such a relaxing setting and perfect for taking in the scenery while you eat. The vibe during lunch was very casual. Some people were dressed up, but you definitely don't need to feel obligated to do the same. If you want a table closest to the very edge of the patio, I'd recommend making a reservation ahead of time. That said, the views are great from pretty much anywhere outside. We ordered the bulgogi kimbap roll, scallion pancakes, and mandu. Everything was really flavorful and perfect for sharing. Portion sizes were okay -- not huge, but enough for a light lunch. There's a small parking lot on-site, which can fill up, so just keep that in mind depending on when you go. It is definitely on the pricier side, but honestly that's pretty expected for Hawaii, especially at a place with views like this. I'd absolutely come back. Between the incredible ocean views and the solid food, it's a great spot to stop if you're exploring that side of the island read more

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Yes -- here's a shorter version that still captures the birthday surprise, food, views, live music, and atmosphere. You can copy and paste the same review into Google, Yelp, and OpenTable. My husband surprised me with dinner at Crouching Lion for my birthday, and it did not disappoint! He also invited four of our friends, which made the night even more special. The views are breathtaking, the food was delicious, and the staff was phenomenal. Everything is served family-style, which we loved because you can order several dishes and try a little bit of everything. The live music started at 6 PM, and the place was packed--the atmosphere was amazing! The restaurant itself is beautiful, with so much attention to detail and an extraordinary vibe. Perfect for a romantic evening, birthday celebration, dinner with friends, or even lunch while enjoying the gorgeous views. We will 100% be back and definitely recommend Crouching Lion! read more

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The ceviche is absolutely amazing. The serving portion is very small, but worth trying! The service is really good as well. We did not have a reservation, but asked if we could be seated facing the ocean, and they were able to accommodate us. I think it is a great place for a nice dinner with friends or a date. At least two birthday parties were going on while I was there. read more

The Crouching Lion - Ceviche - Beer Bar Near Me - Kaaawa, Hawaii

Wanted to try this place out since it's my husband birthday. We went up to the hostess and asked how long of a wait. She said 3 hours. She didn't even try to accommodate us. I looked on one side of the restaurant, it's completely empty, the other side maybe top 20 people. She said there's a rush coming in. There was no one waiting and didn't see any one coming as we walked out. There is no where that said reservation needed. Obviously they didn't want our business. read more

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The drive here was gorgeous. We arrived right before sunset and had a beautiful view next to the e water. Service was stellar. Its served family/tapas style so we werent sure exactly how much to order for two people but were guided to try a few things from different sections of the menu. Food comes out as its ready and everything was a hit! Our only wish was that we came with more people so we could have ordered more menu items to try! Come hungry and try it all! read more

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I dined tonight, and I could not leave with out writing the highest possible review for our server Trimaine. I had proposed to my wife tonight, Trimaine had prepared drinks for us to celebrate the occasion He was so professional and so kind. He made us feel cared for without being over bearing or super distant. Thanks Trimaine and thank you crouching lion! read more

Food heaven with a stunning view while being serenaded by a local singer. It doesn't get any better than that. ...and if you're lucky to have someone with the knowledge and patience with all of our questions such as Trimaine. Compliments to the chef, staff and the restaurant. read more

The Crouching Lion - The Crouching Tiger Pasta - Beer Bar Near Me - Kaaawa, Hawaii

Tremaine, our server, was amazing, personable, knowledgeable, and a pure joy. When we return we will definitely request his section. The food was outstanding, Tremaine made sure that all dishes were explained and researched to accommodate our allergies and specifications. The ambiance was perfect with the ocean view! read more

I was having such a hard time trying to find a place for rehearsal dinner that would be close enough to the venue AND would host 19 people. I reached out and Stephanie was amazing to communicate with. When we got there the electricity went completely out and they had some lamps to put around the table. I really felt bad for my photographer because bad lighting sucks. But the service here was absolutely amazing. Even with zero electricity they were able to serve a 4 course meal and it was alll so freakin good. We decided to come back for dinner the night before we left and it was good. The nachos or whatever they were , had such great flavor. I would skip on the pasta - we didn't love it. Also every dish on our menu for the rehearsal was amazing read more

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The Crouching Lion was 10/10 experience. The vibe was so cute, all decorated for Christmas, with a killer view of the ocean. We had the Santa Sangria to start. Delicious and sweet. Then we ordered share plates of crunchy ahi, crunchy salmon, brisket tacos and volcano fries. All were seriously so satisfying and plenty to go around between the four of us. We were also celebrating a birthday and an upcoming deployment. The staff surprised us with a sweet chocolate ice cream dish to share as well as a candle and a sweet, sweet serenade from the live music artist they had that night. It was definitely an incredible experience and we can't wait to dine here again. read more

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Excellent. Asian-fusion cuisine across street from beach with direct ocean views. Very exotic, bohemian, Balinese atmosphere open to the elements. Well known dishes as larb, curries, suishi raw bar etc. worth the drive. read more

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Great service and scenic view! The oysters were so fresh! Highly recommend the scallion pancakes and edamame. I was a little disappointed with the scallops. They tasted like they were cooked in the same pan/grill as burgers and the texture was chewier than I'd like. Other than that, everything was amazing! For two people, we spend just under $200. read more

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Great experience, with good food, good views and great service from Josey! Been a few times now and every time has been better than at most places on island. read more

This restaurant was on my list of places to check out forever but I never made the trek from town until I pulled out the "it's my birthday and I want to go here so please drive me so I can drink and enjoy" card out. The view is pretty during the day but there's nothing but darkness outside of you go at night. It's a pretty large place so we were able to get a table for 3 as a walk in. The servers are very nice and attentive. The hostess gave me a chocolate rose as a birthday gift. The chefs and bartenders know what they're doing. The food was yummy! Everything we tried was delicious and nicely plated. It should be for the price point! My favorite dish was the wagyu beef larb which we ate with the complimentary freshly fried won ton chips. 'Ono!! The sushi roll sampler was a nice way to try their different sushi rolls. It wasn't the best sushi but it was good. I'd skip this next time tho. The Karaage chicken was wonderful. Big portion, yummy sauce, hot and crispy. read more

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Everything was so good and our server Angela was kind and made great recommendations. Brisket tacos and the wasabi marlin were delicious. Will definitely be back. read more

Great views, but the food leaves more to be desired. This restaurant is located along Kamehameha Highway facing the water. It's located right next to "The Collection," a building showcasing cars and motorcycles, which also belongs to the owner of The Crouching Lion. We came in on a weekend for lunch and it wasn't busy at all, and we were able to be seated quite promptly! We ordered the CL bruschetta, which was essentially crispy rice with toppings of raw fish, as well as the rose tteokbokki carbonara. I think it took around 30 minutes for our food to come out. The bruschetta was an interesting concept, though it was rather oily and I got tired of the taste/texture by the second piece. I liked the rose tteokbokki the most, though the dish was quite expensive for the portion size and just being rice cakes and sauce. I likely would not come back since I didn't really enjoy the food, but if you wanted a scenic view while eating lunch or dinner, this is definitely an option! read more

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