This was actually quite good for a hotel restaurant, and we enjoyed several good meals here during our stay. They have a large selection of seating both inside and outside. The decor is very simple, but it always seemed clean and well kept. On our arrival night we went down for dinner around 9:00pm, and there was a 40 minute wait for a table. We found seats at the bar, and I enjoyed a very good Mai Tai. I then had the half roasted chicken which was really delicious! Crispy skin and flavorful and juicy meat. We actually tried a few different cocktails over the course of our stay, and they were all very well made and quite strong! We enjoyed several good breakfast meals here as well and never had to wait for a table around 10-1030am. Their pineapple oatmeal was very tasty, and I also enjoyed their "eggs any style" with egg whites and either chicken sausage or ham. Portions were quite generous! Their iced coffee was smooth and tasty as well. Service was always very friendly, and servers were always happy to answer "what's it like to live in Hawaii?" which I feel they are probably asked a lot. This is a great dining choice at the Hilton! read more

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It could use some new menu items. Food: The food wasn't bad but its not great. Its just okay. We irder a few things and nothing really stood out. I was a little disappointed. Poke Nachos: these are not nachos by any measure. The poke itself was good but the puffed Styrofoam style chips where terrible and had no flavor to them. There's almost no toppings so you have to make do with the poke mix. This dish needs to be updated. Especially for the price they charge. Something ain't adding up. Loco Moco: By far the worst loco moco I have ever had. The gravy was so thick and clumpy it felt and looked like goop. No flavor, the meat was not cooked to my preference even though they ask how you want it cooked and it had zero flavor. This was a big miss and needs to be fixed ASAP or just don't offer it. Horrible!! Popcorn Shrimp: so depending on what time you order it, it will come two different ways. If its lunch you get a really good amount of lightly fried full size shrimp with really good flavor seasoning and dipping sauce. If you order at dinner time you get actual popcorn shrimp and a couple of the full size shrimp. Either way this dish is really good. This was a winner in my book.. The Ceasar Salad: It was pretty good and you get a good size portion. We added shrimp to enhance the salad. Not too bad. Mahi Mahi Tacos: great choice, really good portion you get two tacos with fries or your choice of side. They have a fresh flavor and they were well seasoned. Service: The staff was great. Very attentive and was able to navigate around our large group. We also split the check 3 ways and they nailed it perfectly. Very easy to work with and they were polite and relaxed. Atmosphere: It's a really cool spot, but it's not great either. It is nice and enjoyable and it has a large seating area indoors and outside. It also has a huge bar that seats plenty of guests. Price: It's a little pricey for the food you get. This could be adjusted a couple ways. Reduce the price or provide better food overall. Just my thought. Location: It's located at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort in Ohau, Hawaii read more

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We were exploring Waikiki area not too far from the lagoon and wanted a bite to eat for lunch so stopped in at this bar and eatery. It's very nice w outside tables and umbrellas on the beach view side. We elected for more shade and a bit more fan breeze so we sat inside. This place doesn't have air conditioning but it has the overhead fans inside where we sat. So we were more comfortable there. We could still see the water and get a bit of ocean breeze from the bar area. I had my first Mai tai since I got to the island here. I recommend it when you are looking for a good one. It was layered well and I got a first taste of cherry juice within the top layer which was very tasty and complemented the spirits and other layers. It was happy hour so drinks were much more reasonable in price at $10. Btw happy hour ends at 3pm. The bartenders were very friendly and knew their craft. We enjoyed conversation and recommendations from the staff. We sat at the bar and I ordered my food. It was a large poke bowl with rice, seaweed sprinkles, pickled red onions and other ingredients which supported the Mahi Mahi blackened fish on top. It was a little spicy and very filling. Since this establishment is nearby where we are staying I'm pretty sure I'll be back again. read more

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Food was good. Happy hour food and drinks. Service was fast and friendly. Great for people watching. Sit at the bar and order or order to go to avoid the long line for seating during busy times read more

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Great service from our server and you can't beat the location in the base of Hilton Hawaiian Village right across from Waikiki. You can watch the sailboats and surfers having fun. I recommend coming during happy hour from 2 to 3. We got the smoked Marlin dip which was phenomenal and the GojiChang pork wings which I loved, not too spicy. My sons ordered cheeseburgers and fries off the Keiki menu, but you can also get catch-of the Day, etc. on the Keiki menu with rice and vegetables, which is a pretty great deal. Also the draft beers and Mai tai are on sale during happy hour. $10! They had fabulous live music with a Hawaiian singer and guitar player. I asked for a table in the air-conditioning because we were a bit overheated from being outside and they happily obliged. For me it was definitely a nine out of 10 experience no issues with any quality. read more

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Great service, terrible sandwich!!! I got the crispy chicken sandwich and it was like rubber. I ate like 5 bites but couldn't eat anymore it was so gross. The fries were good! My dad gave the mahi tacos 6/10 read more

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Solid 4 dining in the Hilton Hawaiin Village. Long wait for dinner but much to do/see in the area while you wait. The text for your table may come faster than estimated so don't stray too far. The menu has options for everyone. The vegetarian options were the Veggie Burger and Chow Fun Noodles. After reading reviews, I opted for the burger. My daughter had the Blackened Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos. The burger was tasty but on the smaller size. The tacos were good. Service was outstanding. This is a nice convenient restaurant option if you're staying at the HHV. read more

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Arrived in Waikiki rather late and were fortunate Tropics Bar & Grill allowed us in before closing! Customer service was great, he urged us to quickly look over the menu and order- however once we got our food, we weren't rush to leave. Chicken wings were flavorful, the tacos were pretty good, however the rice with the garlic shrimp was a little dry. Definitely going back, and order other items! read more

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I think this place stays open because it's good enough for hotel dining. I got the grilled catch of the day sandwich, which was Mahi Mahi. Worst fish sandwich ever. Well, it was mostly a cole slaw sandwich with a small fish square in it. The bun was huge. The cole slaw itself was very bland. read more

Tropics Bar & Grill - Grilled Catch of the Day Fish Sandwich* Don't see any fish in this sandwich? Neither did I taste any! - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Tropics Bar and Grill is visually a nice oceanfront bar at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort in Honolulu. My family and I came for dinner one of the nights we were there on vacation. We were seated immediately with a great view of the ocean. We ordered the Fish Tacos, Mushroom and Swiss Smash Burger with Fries, Kids Hamburger and Fries, Poke Nachos, Hot wings and Coconut Shrimp. I can only really comment on the Mushroom and Swiss Smash Burger because it was what my husband and I shared -- it unfortunately was one of the blandest burgers we have ever had. I am talking ZERO seasoning. I dipped it in ketchup in order to eat it though because I was starving. I believe everyone else in our party liked what they ordered. Our server was amazing - she actually said that the Mushroom and Swiss Smash Burger was a new menu item and asked my opinion on it. I was honest with her and she appreciated it - even gave us a discount on the bill which I thought was unnecessary, but very nice of them to do. I also ordered a Dirty Martini that was heavenly! Overall, we were really disappointed in our meal. I think I would come back again though and give them another try if we ever had the opportunity! Rating is 3.5 stars because of service! read more

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Went here two separate occasions during our stay at HHV, once for lunch and once for dinner. Very happy overall with the food variety and staff. I also LOVE that their quoted wait time are over-estimated and the next thing you know, you are seated within 5-10 mins (but told it's 25). Happened on both occasions. Food is great and tastes fresh, despite being a hotel restaurant. Definitely a need-to stop at place while in HHV. The view is the beach and water is also very nice! read more

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Well, the waiter was pretty nice. Very attentive. Place has a good bustling vibe. Food selections varied. I had a catch of the day, white fish if I recall. Fish was on a bed of risotto. It was fine, not crazy good but fine. We tried chicken wings. There's only six pieces but the wings and thighs are bigger than the average. Drinks are great. Guys pour them to clients' desires. We did come for breakfast as well. Had island or Hawaiian style eggs Benedict. It makes them Hawaiian because of pulled pork. Again, for morning choices - pretty full selection of items. read more

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The salad ingredients were fresh and the extra blue cheese was wonderful. The bartender kept my waters coming while I got to enjoy this tasty salad. The service was fast as we walked in and sat at the bar. The 20% gratuities was applied as we were considered to be a large party though we were sitting at the bar. read more

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I almost never leave reviews like this, but this was one of the worst restaurant experiences I've ever had. We were in a rush and needed to pick a place quickly. I noticed the ratings weren't great, but decided to give it a chance anyway. Unfortunately, that turned out to be a mistake. The food was incredibly disappointing and overpriced for what we received. The poke nachos were some of the strangest and stalest I've ever had. Using chicharrón instead of a more traditional chip made for a very odd combination that simply didn't work. The fish sandwich was bad, the tacos were bad, and honestly, almost everything we ordered was disappointing. It got to the point where we mentioned our concerns to the server. To their credit, they were understanding and removed some items from the bill because we barely touched them. There are countless better restaurants in the area. If you're looking for bland, overpriced, mediocre food, this might be the place for you. Otherwise, I'd strongly recommend going somewhere else. I rarely write negative reviews, but this experience earned a 1 out of 5 . read more

Location is outstanding. Drinks are a bit weak but not too bad all considering. Food is average. Nothing to write home about. If you're staying at HHV and don't want to leave the property it will do the job but there are many other places on property which are a better value. Service was good. Servers/waitress were all attentive. No problems at all other than food being mid at best and drinks kind of weak. I'd go back but probably for drinks and maybe an appetizer. read more

We ate breakfast here 4 days during our trip and looked forward to it every morning. Loco moco was great and the oceanfront view can't be beat. Such a relaxing way to start the day in Waikiki. We'll definitely be back on our next trip to Hawaii! read more

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Loved the vibes! We stopped by Tropics Bar & Grill in Waikiki at night, and it was such a nice experience. The beachfront view was beautiful -- perfect spot to relax and enjoy the ocean breeze. The bartender was really attentive and friendly, which made the night even better. The atmosphere felt lively but still chill, with good food and great service all around. Definitely a spot I'd recommend if you want good drinks and appetizers. A nice beach vibe at night! read more

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After a long flight from Chicago, we headed here for dinner after checking in at the hotel. Even though it wasn't crowded, it took a while to be seated. The menu has a nice variety of items. I went for the catch of the day fish sandwich which was marlin. It comes with a mango slaw and some fries. When it arrived, I couldn't taste even a hint of mango. I asked my son who ordered the same thing and he seconded that. My wife had the poke bowl and we both felt that was pretty good. My wife said she felt the portion size was kind of small and was still hungry afterwards. Our waiter was very good and helped me with choosing a nice Hawaiian beer to order. The view was very nice but it was hard to enjoy with the sun blinding the view as well as there being a very strong weed odor. I felt the menu prices were pretty high but that may be common for resorts or for Hawaii in general. read more

I don't have any strong opinions about this place. Its decent food with views of the ocean. I think you definitely pay hotel and waterfront prices but it's no different than most places in waikiki on the water. I went here with my parents and uncles family for brunch. Our server, Brian, was super tentative. Only comment i would have is we had to request water for everyone, would be nice if that was automatic or at least he asked us, since it seemed standard everywhere else we went. But overall, good brunch spot. read more

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Great ocean views and fast friendly service make this spot a must. They are a little on the pricier side and I just don't think it's warranted. The food is very good and the views of the sunset during the dinner hour are amazing! But this still didn't justify the price in my opinion. For lunch I got the bacon cheeseburger and my wife got the Katsu chicken. All of this was very good. The food was hot and fresh. Even the French fries came out perfectly crisp and hot. For dinner we had the dinner for two. This came with brisket, chicken and sausage. Definitely filled us up but the $84 price tag was a bit much so we stuck with just water. read more

Tropics Bar & Grill - Dinner Slow Smoked Chicken and Brisket BBQ Platter for Two with sausage - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Why not start your day with breakfast and a view here at Tropics Bar & Grill. The restaurant is right next to the beach with both indoor and outdoor seating. I'd recommend getting the outdoor seating to enjoy the beach view. We were greeted with a nice hawaiian lady who was friendly but also funny and cracked jokes very now and then. She asked where we were from and then uses that info to create conversations which made ordering a breeze. I ordered the Steak and eggs ($35), while my other half ordered the loco moco ($34) and lastly a side of pancakes for our little one. The steak was a bit tough and not that flavorful. I opted for potatos instead of the salad and got fried rice as well. Eggs were cooked just how i wanted it, over easy. The pancakes were a good side dish. 3 pancakes with a good size cup of butter, syrup and whip cream. The loco moco gravy was tasty and the hamburger patty was a good size. The fried rice went well and added more flavor to the dish. Overall, good food and views! Staff are friendly and always checking up on you. I'd imagine dinner on a Friday night with the sunset/firework show would be amazing here. read more

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This place always hit it out of the park. I wasn't expecting much but day after day it never disappointed. First arrival night I was surprised how good the half chicken was. Juicy and tender with a crisp skin. The coconut shrimp also so good. All the breakfast was great with the fluffy waffles standing out the most. What surprised me was the oatmeal when I normally cannot bring myself to eat oatmeal this was really one of the best. All the cocktails were perfect. I had 3 servers, Paula, Kevin and Brian were all very attentive and kind. Inside is a little nicer and more roomier with some ac whereas outside can get a little too rugged for me. But otherwise great place to grab a bite !! read more

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Lunch for a short walk from the beach. We were a party of two, and got seated right away. I got the wings, and the wife got the Mai Mai tacos. It was wings only and she got fries. At least give fries with the wings as they are bar food. Service was fine, Nick our waiter was cordial, and provided some other places for dinner. The place was had pigeons walking around but they kept to themselves. Our order came out to be around $70 and they give military discount. Not a very wide selection if you don't like seafood or burgers. read more

Tropics Bar & Grill - Wings w/buffalo sauce - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Can only speak to the breakfast here, there were a handful of options but what sold us was the view with breakfast. The restaurant is right on the main walkway of waikiki beach which makes for great people watching! This sunrise sando was so flavorful and delicious but be warned it does have a mild spicy kick also had the fluffiest and softest folded eggs. The menu was a little unclear about the lettuce because it made it seem like it came on the sandwich but it comes as a little side salad with a vinaigrette dressing which was tasty. Not pictured but the order of banana bread was a hidden gem it comes with 2 slices and you can see and taste the freshly mashed bananas. Service was great here, the servers gave great tips about places to see and other restaurants to try. When dining here be aware that they have a net over the patio to keep birds out but some still manage to get in and they get stuck within the patio so you will have some birds flying around inside. read more

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Had drink and popcorn shrimp here last night. Yum. My only complaint is I ordered a Chardonnay and when I got the 2nd one the glass was much much larger........ I felt a lil cheated, but maybe he hooked me up? LOL Had breakfast here this morning and the Kailua pork Benedict is so delicious. Huge too, I split with my friend. The potatoes are yum. I had the mango tea and he kept refilling my glass, full from that, and then he gave me one to go. The banana bread was to die for!!! Best I've had this far. Beautiful view on the beach. Love Tropics. read more

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Why on earth did you get rid of the kahlua nachos?? What were you thinking? And chicken tenders? Really? The view and drinks are amazing, the service is great, but the menu changes are iffy... read more

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This place is not closed. It has a temp location at the rainbow tower. I am so glad I asked and found it. Excellent food and portion. Loved the rib eye steak. Cooked just properly. Med rare with a small pool of juice after each cut. Love that it was spacious. Space for kids to get up and mingle with each other. And the fireworks... who said you can't see it, the kids loved it. Service was great. Waiter kept checking in. And I appreciate that because we had picky eaters and they all cleaned their plates which meant the food is excellent. read more

Service was great, mahi mahi fish tacos was made well/fresh, but the kids Mac n cheese was delicious!

Had breakfast here one morning and Judy was our server. I Ordered the avocado toast and it was good but different from home. We also had some fish dip and some drinks as a late lunch before our luau. Overall a nice atmosphere and good food. read more

We had a nice, relaxed dining experience at Tropics Bar & Grill during our trip. The restaurant is spacious, open, and beautifully located right by the ocean, which makes it a great spot to enjoy a meal with a view. We ordered the Chow Fun Noodles and the No Meat Here (Veggie Burger). The veggie burger was good and satisfying. The Chow Fun noodles were okay and nicely seasoned , personally, I think it would be even more delicious if the tofu were deep fried for a bit more texture. That said, everything was still enjoyable. What really stood out was the service. The staff were very nice, friendly, and welcoming, which made the experience pleasant and comfortable. Overall, the food was good, the atmosphere was lovely, and the oceanfront setting combined with friendly service makes this a great place to relax and enjoy a casual meal. read more

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What a beautiful location to enjoy a drink and/or a meal with friends and family. The restaurant is just about on the beach itself, so you can see beautiful sunsets. They have a wide variety of drinks and a healthy menu full of a variety of food options. There is something for everyone. It's a bit pricey, but you are in paradise. Check out their menu that I posted. It will give you a good idea of what they offer. read more

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Great service at the bar! We had the catch of the day fish sandwich, on a gluten free bun. Can't beat the location either! Just steps from the beach. We did sit at the bar, so it was a little loud, but the trade off of having a 30 minute wait for a table was worth it and the bartender was funny and friendly. read more

Tropics Bar & Grill - Grilled Catch of the Day Fish Sandwich, gluten free bun - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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While staying at Hilton Hawaiian village we had the opportunity to have breakfast here a few times. This is the main restaurant for sit down break fast options. The other one (see my review for bali ocean) is only open thurs-sun. The food is pricey given Honolulu prices with the resort mark up. Some dishes were a hit others were a miss. The loco miso was ok. Our favorite was the ube pancakes which was so good we got it twice. It was surprisingly large and full of flavor. Service was generally friendly and ambience was beach front which you cannot beat. If you're lucky to get some dining credit for your stay, be sure to check in out read more

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Solid food choices and healthy options. Chicken sausage, fresh cracked eggs, wheat toast, and fresh fruit. You can't be mad at all. Might have to double back for Loco Moco... read more

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1. Take out - stood in line outside tropics for 20 min (dinner time) for take out only to be told I had to order from the wiki mart. Wasted time. There are no signs outside of Tropics and the staff isnt to friendly till you hit the reception. 2. Dine in - Breakfast. Put our name in for a table and waited till we go notified our table was ready and walked in to wait for the staff to seat us. No on greeted or approached us. In fact some other lady walked up behind us to flag a staff for their reservation and got seated, cutting in front of us. When the staff returned we waited till I approached them to ask if we supposed to flag someone down. She replied ill check you in shortly as if she knew someone was waiting. Horrible experience. After being seated the waiter was cool. As a local the service observed and experienced is super poor and this is what visitors receive daily. HHV is one of the least aloha resorts I've been to. read more

Food great! Service awesome & ambiance amazing again right on beach , staff nice great view while you enjoy amazing drinks and food I love it gong back now! read more

So disappointed, we came for dinner, burger and fries decent, i I ordered the kids sirloin steak, i couldn't even slice it, it was dry and charbroiled black, i ordered the garlic shrimp, which are fried, again like the burger, edible. But man I mean come on the steak, really as the waiter, they should see when something isn't edible. But per the waiter, they have to be well done! I mean, it should also be edible. Anyways, we have ate here multiple times due to convenience but dinner today was very disappointing. read more

Great service on Thanksgiving morning with Johnny T. We had to lox's of bagels, pancake pancakes with a side of banana, and half of papaya. The servings are big. My husband and I shared the lox's of bagels. The salmon were with thick slices as well as the toppings were more than sufficient. The papaya was very sweet. It came with lemon and strawberries. The pancakes were fluffy and tasty. We ordered a side of banana. It came with whip whipped cream. And our waiter brought endless pot of coffee. The view is beautiful. Right on Waikiki Beach. They also give, kamaaina discounts with an ID read more

I don't understand why the reviews are so meh on Tropics. The food is solid, portions are generous and the service is wonderful. We ate here twice while staying at Hilton Hawaiian Village and really enjoyed both visits. The poke nachos on shrimp chips(!), coconut shrimp, garlic shrimp and brisket pappardelle were fantastic. Must do's are the poke nachos and brisket pappardelle. DO NOT SLEEP on these. Skip the roasted cauliflower (it was interesting but bland). I'm giving Tropics a solid 4, if not 4.5, and this is a New York 4. read more

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Delicious dinner experience at the Hilton Hawaiian Village "Tropics Bar & Grill"! Outdoor seating closed due to rain. 40 minute wait to be seated Friday night 6 PM Dec 19, 2025. Small menu, good food. Wonderful service by the gentleman named Sky. Restaurant was very loud indoors. Located just a few steps away from the Ali'i Tower. Appetizers took 20 minutes to come out after ordering. Entrees came 20 minutes after appetizers arrived. Spent 1 hour 10 minutes inside restaurant waiting for food and eating. Pupus Ordered * Half pound popcorn shrimp $22. Crispy and pairs well with chili sauce. * Poke nachos $28. Chicharrones with fish and lovely sauces. * Side of fries. Standard battered psoriasis fries. Entrees Ordered * North shore garlic shrimp $38. Yummy ginger rice. * Fresh island catch $42. * Slow kiawe smoked beef brisket $38. Brisket was tender. Creamy and thick mashed potatoes. BBQ sauce was too intense for my palate, would ask for it on the side next time. Mango coleslaw did not have mango. Drink Ordered * Tropical breeze $13. Non-alcoholic beverage. Piña colada vibes. Sweet and fruity, not sour. Great, smooth smoothie-like texture, no pulp or chew. read more

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