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Name: Tiki’s Grill & Bar
Address: 2570 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96815
Telephone: (808) 923-8454
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.93

Tiki’s Grill & Bar

2570 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96815

(808) 923-8454
Store is closed

Tiki’s Grill & Bar Menu

Soups & Salads

Nalo Shiso Seared Tofu Salad

Mozzarella Salad

Homemade Pancetta & Warm Kula Onion Salad

Tiki's Caesar Volcano

Mama's Southeast Asian Chicken Salad

House Salad

Soup of the Day

Nalo Shiso Seared Tofu Salad

Mozzarella Salad

Homemade Pancetta & Warm Kula Onion Salad

Tiki's Caesar Volcano

Mama's Southeast Asian Chicken Salad

House Salad

Soup of the Day
Pupu

Tiki Torched Hawaiian Ahi Tataki

Hawaiian Ahi Poke

Island Ono Poisson Cru

Island Ahi Tartare Tiki Stack

Prime Rib Poke

Kalbi Beef Gyoza

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

Kalua Pig Quesadilla

Tiki's Famous Coconut Shrimp

Calamari Katsu

Tiki Torched Hawaiian Ahi Tataki

Hawaiian Ahi Poke

Island Ono Poisson Cru

Island Ahi Tartare Tiki Stack

Prime Rib Poke

Kalbi Beef Gyoza

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

Kalua Pig Quesadilla

Tiki's Famous Coconut Shrimp

Calamari Katsu
Seafood

Cajun Seared Ahi Tuna

Grilled Hawaiianb Opah

Pan seared Sea Scallops

Garlic Shrimp Carbonara

Tiki's Signature Salmon

Mac Nut Crusted Mahi

Miso Butterfish

Cajun Seared Ahi Tuna

Grilled Hawaiianb Opah

Pan seared Sea Scallops

Garlic Shrimp Carbonara

Tiki's Signature Salmon

Mac Nut Crusted Mahi

Miso Butterfish
Specialties

Aloha Friday Hawaiian Plate

Vegetarian Four Mushroom Arborio Risotto

Guava Glazed Baby Back Ribs

Miso Pressure Cooker Pork Pot Roast

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breasts

Local Style Japanese Curry Spiced Beef Short Ribs

Grilled 8oz Filet Mignon

Pulehu Style 16oz Ribeye Steak

Aloha Friday Hawaiian Plate

Vegetarian Four Mushroom Arborio Risotto

Guava Glazed Baby Back Ribs

Miso Pressure Cooker Pork Pot Roast

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breasts

Local Style Japanese Curry Spiced Beef Short Ribs

Grilled 8oz Filet Mignon

Pulehu Style 16oz Ribeye Steak

Healthy Meal suggestions for Tiki’s Grill & Bar

Soups & Salads

Nalo Shiso Seared Tofu Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mozzarella Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Homemade Pancetta & Warm Kula Onion Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tiki's Caesar Volcano [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mama's Southeast Asian Chicken Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Soup of the Day [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Nalo Shiso Seared Tofu Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mozzarella Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Homemade Pancetta & Warm Kula Onion Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tiki's Caesar Volcano [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mama's Southeast Asian Chicken Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Soup of the Day [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Pupu

Tiki Torched Hawaiian Ahi Tataki [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hawaiian Ahi Poke [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Island Ono Poisson Cru [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Island Ahi Tartare Tiki Stack [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prime Rib Poke [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kalbi Beef Gyoza [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kalua Pig Quesadilla [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tiki's Famous Coconut Shrimp [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Calamari Katsu [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tiki Torched Hawaiian Ahi Tataki [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hawaiian Ahi Poke [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Island Ono Poisson Cru [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Island Ahi Tartare Tiki Stack [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prime Rib Poke [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kalbi Beef Gyoza [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kalua Pig Quesadilla [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tiki's Famous Coconut Shrimp [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Calamari Katsu [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Seafood

Cajun Seared Ahi Tuna [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Hawaiianb Opah [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pan seared Sea Scallops [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Garlic Shrimp Carbonara [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tiki's Signature Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mac Nut Crusted Mahi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Miso Butterfish [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cajun Seared Ahi Tuna [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Hawaiianb Opah [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pan seared Sea Scallops [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Garlic Shrimp Carbonara [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tiki's Signature Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mac Nut Crusted Mahi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Miso Butterfish [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Specialties

Aloha Friday Hawaiian Plate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetarian Four Mushroom Arborio Risotto [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Guava Glazed Baby Back Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Miso Pressure Cooker Pork Pot Roast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breasts [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Local Style Japanese Curry Spiced Beef Short Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled 8oz Filet Mignon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulehu Style 16oz Ribeye Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Aloha Friday Hawaiian Plate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetarian Four Mushroom Arborio Risotto [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Guava Glazed Baby Back Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Miso Pressure Cooker Pork Pot Roast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breasts [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Local Style Japanese Curry Spiced Beef Short Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled 8oz Filet Mignon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulehu Style 16oz Ribeye Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Carey O.

Good place. Good cocktails...
(5)
Steve N.

**This is a repost from October 2011 After shopping around for the best option for our wedding reception, we chose Tiki's for the value, location and the vibe we received from Michael and Tiare. We were hoping for their Coconut Room (check it out - it looks like the perfect place for a wedding/reception all in one,) however someone booked it the day before we booked. Based on our number of guests, 72, we chose to go with the Lava Tube so we could be closed off and have our own private celebration. The reception includes two hours in the room and we opted to add the third hour for a small fee - it was worth it to have the extra time with our guests. We ended up staying a bit longer and we were not charged any extra :) For our meal, we chose the fruit platter, fried rice, stir fry veggies, paniolo steak, mac nut crusted mahimahi, and guava glazed pork ribs. The food was awesome! It was much better than we were expecting and it received many compliments from our guests. We were able to bring our own decorations (fish bowls with sand/sea shells/candles,) but were worried that we should have brought more decorations. We were pleasantly surprised with the decor in the room and everything combined perfectly. The staff was awesome! They checked back with us to make sure everything was going well and to keep us updated. We would definitely recommend Tiki's for large parties, a nice dinner for two or cocktails on the Sunset bar to enjoy some local music.
(4)
kona y.

Went to Tikis w my sista, our server was C.J. And he was really helpful. Even gave us extra lettuce wraps when the kitchen was closed. :) the lettuce btw were phenomenal. :)
(5)
Andy v.

Awesome place, great view, fantastic food and drinks and super friendly staff!!! Special shoutout to our awesome server Kelsie K!!! Knows a ton about food, drinks and sharks!
(5)
Robert W.

We went in for happy hour and had some pupu's. The guava glazed ribs were falling off the bone excellent but did taste more of BBQ and we couldn't taste the guava. The prime rib poke was overcooked and not "seared" and far too salty. The best thing was the taro tortilla kalua pork quesadillas, damn, so good we plan to get some more at some point.
(4)
Darwin B.

Was visiting Oahu a couple weeks ago and Im glad I went to Tikis again. I have to say it has allways been great at Tikis, but this time I had to tell Jess my server, "AWESOME BTW" that I fealt like I was eating at Roy's. (For those who don't know he invented Hawian Fusion) I was informed that the new chief in fact, was a former executive chief at Roy's. The food was awesome this time and Jess was the coolest. I had the Marlin special she recomended. Tikis is the place to look at the ocean and have a maitai. The drinks are STRONG. You have to try their #1 app- the coconut shrimp. Tikis you are the best.. Cheers and MAHALO!!
(5)
Janaia R.

PROS: -Conveniently located along Waikiki - great if you are staying on Waikiki -Large restaurant, you can walk-in without a reservation (at least during the day) without waiting. -Best sandwich ever! I had a chicken salad sandwich with pineapple and macadamia nuts in it...SO DELICIOUS. I think it was a special because I don't see it on the menu. -Nice "tiki" decor, fun atmosphere! CONS: -A little bit more on the pricey side. But that's what you get for being in a touristy ocean front location. -We had to wait a bit to get our food
(4)
G C.

Now THAT'S a Mai tai! Not too sweet, fresh, just right. Food and service was good too. Yeah the decor is touristy, but what the heck, you are in Waikiki.
(4)
Wallace C.

When we read the good reviews we were excited to go there. However after we were seated and got our menu, we waited for 15 to 20 min for a server to take our order. My wife was not happy and I was disappointed so we asked another server as to where is our waiter. She said she'll find out. After a minute or two, a man finally comes to our table and first apologize to us for the poor service that we received. He then proceeded to take our order, made a couple of recommendations and again apologized for making us wait so long. He then introduces himself as Jamal (I hope I spelled it correctly) and says he's the manager of the restaurant and that he'll take personal care of us. And he was true to his word. He checked on us a few times to make sure that we were taken care of and also gave us a status of how our meals were coming along from the kitchen. This attentiveness he provided turned our frown upside down and we were able to enjoy our meal. The NY Steak was very good as well as the curry potatoes and corn on the cob with truffle butter or something like that. My wife had the combo with shrimp and scallops and it was very tasty. He even took care of us at the end of the meal (not sure if it is okay to state what he did in this forum but it was a pleasant surprise). I would've gave it 5 stars except for the fact that we did have to wait awhile to get somebody to take our order so I had to at least downgrade a star for that part. But Jamal was very gracious and a great manager who knows how to take care of his customer. I hope he spreads his customer service experience to his other staff. Thanks Jamal.
(4)
Robert N.

Being from Las Vegas, I have access to the best of the best in the world every day. Based on my two experiences at Tiki's, their cuisine and dishes would stand a fighting chance, but the staff would set them equal to the best celebrity chef's establishments. Did I mention the killer homemade Taro Root dinner rolls? If you have a chance, request Kaitlyn as your server and sit in Nichole's section at the bar while you wait for your table. Neither will let you down. Nichole's mixing skills will get you ready for dinner, and if you have only one chance, challenge Kaitlyn to choose your entire menu for you. I did that tonight and it was better than yesterday. Waiting for my table, Nichole started things right with a classic Long Island Iced Tea. Since I requested a server, I had about a 45 minute wait. It was worth it. I was treated to a Calamari appetizer. A breaded and shallow pan fried calamari steak topped with a spicy crab salsa, sauced in a rich buerr blanc sauce and garnished with fried capers, this app, got the meal off to a great start. The only negative was the breading, perfectly seasoned, didn't adhere to the calamari properly. That took a 5/5 dish down one notch. 4/5 Between the app and entrÃ©e, they chose a light, coconut water based cocktail to tide me over. It was light and fresh, a welcome pallet cleanser for the next course. A succulent short rib dish. The curry braised short rib entrÃ©e is served over a light and airy wasabi potato puree and dressed with (what tasted like) a curry demi glace and garnished with local root veg and a pickled daikon. The succulent, perfectly prepared short rib paired perfectly with the mash, demi, and pickle. The root vegetables, while a nice textural component, didn't add much to the plate. The surprising thing, the wasabi mashed potato was the star of the dish. If pickled daikon is not on your list of favorites, try it. You need the little spark of acid to wake the pallet up against all that heavy items. I was hoping for more curry punch as I could not get enough of the curry notes without the sauce. 4.5/5 Unfortunately, I asked for the perfect meal, and that included desert. The mind was willing, but I didn't finish my entrÃ©e because I was full, and a desert was on the way. Then a CrÃ¨me Brulee was presented. The brulee was executed perfectly, as the entire custard was crusted with caramelized sugar. The plate was garnished with a berry reduction and some fresh fruit. The custard was texturally perfect, and had a pleasant infusion of tropical flavors. I have rarely forced myself to finish anything, but I couldn't leave a bite of this classic. 5/5. If you have a chance to visit Waikiki beach and are looking for a good place to eat, look up Tiki's. Expect to drop about $25-$40 per adult. You won't be disappointed!
(4)
Peter H.

This is an enjoyable bar and restaurant overlooking the eastern end of Waikiki beach. The lilikoi lemonade was excellent but their 1944 Mai tai was disappointing. It is pretty close to the original Mai Tais as they go out of their way on the menu to describe, but their comparisons to Don the Beachcomber's or Trader Vic's Mai Tais just don't hold. It's not in that class. The food is generally solid and good. The Kalbi Gyoza is very tasty, but the Ono was overcooked and rubbery. The pulled pork is good. The Korean tacos were decent. Typical resort prices. Not super expensive and some decent happy hour deals. There's nothing wrong with this place, and you'll enjoy your meal, but it's not a standout.
(3)
Fernando T.

We had chose food from the recommendations on yelp and we liked the coconut shrimp. It was a nice texture. The drinks were not good... My boyfriend had a margarita, which was weak, not good. I had a sex on the beach which was ok. The service was good from our waiter but a lady from the hotel kinda guilted us into buying a picture. Overall it was OK. Hence 3 stars...
(3)
Lance B.

I waited a couple of weeks to post this, as I emailed Tikis directly, hoping they would contact me, but I guess they don't care. Had gone numerous times for drinks and pupus. Always had a great time and good food. Decided to take my wife and kids for Mothers Day brunch buffet. What a train wreck. The food was either unavailable or undercooked. The staff seemed either unwilling or uninterested in doing anything about it. I might have given 2 stars, but like I said, I contacted them directly about my concerns, and apparently not only is it too much trouble to thoroughly cook eggs and prime rib, but an e-mail response is way too much trouble. There are so many choices for mediocre food with great views in Waikiki, you can skip this place. 6/1/2014 - I am updating to 2 stars as I did hear back form owner.
(2)
G V.

Sean was outstanding this evening, great service, fun place to be any night of the week. Great job on the surf Mai tai in a red tongue glass, had to have a few!!!
(5)
Ang A.

This is one of my favorite places to eat on-island! It's a bit pricy to eat here all the time, but it's the first place I recommend when people visit and give me a good excuse for a dinner out in Waikiki! There is often live music and always DELICIOUS food! The menu changes which and makes it interesting to keep coming back. Most dishes include local ingredients and are always so tasty! Cannot go wrong with some of my favorites: -Prime Rib Poke - amazing! a decent portion and always juicy -Mac Nut Crusted Mahi - great flavors - the orzo has mushrooms and a creamy sauce to die for -Hawaiian Plate - a little bit of everything . . . . a great way to share with others a taste of the islands/local flavors Can't beat the convenient valet parking - be sure to get it validated by your waiter!
(5)
Sandy V.

The ambiance is wonderful. My friends and I enjoyed our dinner on the balcony with a view of the ocean. I ordered fish - (I can't remember what kind)- I NEVER order fish. I don't like it. However, I took a chance (when in Hawaii!) this fish was absolutely delicious. Cooked to perfection and had a wonderful smooth texture. The drinks were on point and our waiter was super nice and attentive. ( I forget his name but I know he is originally from the Bay Area). Great view.great ambiance. Live music. Delicious food. Yummy Drinks. Ocean waves= absolutely amazing dinner.
(5)
Suzy V.

Tiki's was great! Really good food and good decor, and our server Lui was AWESOME! He was so polite and helpful and told us all sorts of fun Hawaii stories. And his food recommendations were spot-on. The clam chowder was, as Lui said, one of the best I've ever had. Who knew clam chowder is Hawaii would be so good? The prime rib poi was great, and the coconut shrimp were solid. The pina colada was also fantastic, very sweet and light. My only 2 (minor) complaints were the hostess sat us at a table and when I asked for a table closer to the outdoor balcony edge, she said it was probably reserved and that she would check, and then she never came back again. And then that table sat unseated for the whole time we were there! Also, in the pork nachos the pork was far too salty for us which was a bummer because the rest of it was good. But these were really minor complaints- I think Tiki's is fabulous and Lui was such an amazing server! It was really a great dinner!!
(4)
Kelly G.

I know I just wrote a review on Tiki's but I went back this week with Winston Q and some other friends. Had the pleasure of meeting Mike (Thanks Winston Q!) and trying the food! Mike made several awesome recommendations on the food and I'm drooling just thinking about what I tasted! The prime rib poke was melt in your mouth delicious with nicely caramelized onions. There was a seared ahi dish that had several differing flavors that played so well together. The jumbo cocktail shrimp were so juicy, loved that they gave the traditional sauce with a hoisin-ish sauce to dip it in. Again, live music was awesome! I LOVE LOVE LOVE Tahiti Ray! So glad that they get to play here twice a week. Their music sets the atmosphere perfectly for lounging with friends, chatting about life over beers. Mike, I am so glad to have met you and that we have similar taste buds :) Can't wait to be back and try more of their food!
(5)
Josie C.

Service: Excellent, the servers were all very friendly & made conversation well Food: Delicious! My mom & I had a shrimp pasta (shrimp carbonera) and the mango glazed baby back ribs. They were both excellent. The ribs were perfectly tender and tasty. We also ordered the strawberry pina colada, which was also delicious. Ambience: Outdoor, windy, beachy. I went during the summer so the weather was perfect. Nice view of the beach. I hear they have live bands on some nights, so that would be worth seeing sometime Overall: I have nothing to complain about this place. The service and food were excellent. I was on vacation, so I probably won't return there anytime soon. But if I could, I would :)
(5)
Lars C.

There are many traps a tourist can fall into while searching for a watering hole in Waikiki Beach. Many places offer weak drinks and mediocre entertainment, but not here. Was staying at the adjacent hotel and heard great live music emanating below me. Curious and thirsty I went wondering and found this one of a kind establishment. Patronized this place on Sat. and Sun. night found the staff to be very attentive, local live music was great, and the view is unbelievable at night. Drinks are well prepared and unique, especially the smoking one prepared with dry ice. Not many Tiki themed bars in Honolulu so check them out if you're in the area.
(4)
Niki J.

Checked out this place today with my family. When we got here we had the option to sit in the casual area or restaurant. We chose the casual area. They have different menus, we had the bar menu. I ordered the Quesadilla, my sister ordered the fish and chips and my mom ordered the burger. This restaurant gets five stars for the view and negative three stars for the food. My quesadillas (which was supposedly the restaurant favorite) had a tiny bit of pork in each section, literally the size of a quarter. For $14 I call that a rip off. See the pic I posted to see what I mean. I'm going home to eat a real dinner. My sisters fish and chips were actually Panko crusted fish fillet and was oily and not seasoned at all. She couldn't finish it. Also see the pic. The burger looked good but I think my mom was afraid to admit it since we were ready to pounce on any good food. The drinks looked good but I didn't have one since I get up early for work tomorrow. I would come back here for the view and to try the drinks but I wouldn't waste my money on food. I was sorely disappointed. UPDATE!!!! Went back to Tiki's to check it out again after my last visit, this time for dinner on a saturday night. Much more impressive this time!! Like i said before, view from here is amazing, and whether you sit inside or outside it still all kinda feels like outside. our sever was named Terri and she did a great job with her service. we had delicious kalbi gyoza to start, some tasty drinks, and the main course was delicious as well. food quality was much better. I had a chicken/artichoke/pasta dish that was amazing. my brother in law had the special which was swordfish, and we were happy to here all their fish is fresh. my sister had the guava ribs which were perfect and not too sweet. the highlight of this meal was definitely the dessert though. WOW is all i can say. i had a smores pie that they had... amazing graham cracker crust with melty chocolate as the filling topped with toasted marshmallow!? omg i was in heaven. i single handedly ate the whole thing. my brother in law had the peanut butter/jelly/bacon monte cristo... that thing was like another meal! he loved it and said the carmel sauce really did a good job off setting the bacon. After having a MUCH better experience this time i would definitely come again. They more than redeemed themselves and we all left happy. i updated my stars to represent how we felt after our second visit.
(5)
Ryan O.

Like many born-and-raised Honolulu residents, I have a primal aversion to Waikiki. While I lived there as a college student, I don't go out of my way to spend any time in the neighborhood. But when a very special friend was visiting and seeking something walkable from Kapiolani Park, Tiki's was the clear choice, and did not disappoint. Tiki's is a fantastic spot considering it's in Waikiki, and a great spot on its own merits. Sure, the location and views go a long way, but the service is also solid and, most importantly, the menu is a real treat. There are the usual crowd pleasers, nice twists on local classics, and definitely a few unique flights of fancy. With beautiful sunsets every day and live music now and then, Tiki's is a colorful and tasty oasis in the midst of madness. Add in free three-hour valet parking... what are you waiting for?
(5)
Deshawnalynn F.

Awesome place! My boyfriend and I have become regulars here. Food is awesome, and yummy Loco moco to be exact. Drinks is addicting, their lava flow is sooooo delicious, I must say their drinks is better than Mai Tais! And their pricing is reasonable too, way to go !
(5)
Rey L.

Awesome location, right across from the beach! We came by when we saw the upstairs patio area and all the umbrellas. They have a very good happy hour here. What better place to spend watching the sunset. We came by a couple times. They have a live band at nights. The servers here were very cool and very accomodating. We brought the baby and they were on point. There was even a freak windstorm that brought down all the umbrellas on the patio and pretty much chased everyone inside. The staff and patrons started yelling out "get the baby, get the baby". I was already covering her in her stroller, but, appreciated everyone's concern. We will definitely be coming back on our next trip.
(4)
Olivia P.

This place has the food, the ambience, and the views to make it the epitome of a tourist attraction. But surprisingly it was pretty tasty. Coconuts shrimp appetizers weren't the best but still flavorful. We ordered the mac nut crusted mahi and first it came to us slightly cold, but when it was warmed it was delicious! Prepared on a bed of creamy spinach and macadamia risotto, it was filling and made me want more despite my full stomach. We also had the ridiculously small brownie with a salted caramel sauce which was okay if you like salted caramel.
(4)
Michelle G.

I love this place! From the bar side to the restaurant, they hits all points on my list. I live here and work in tourism and often suggest Tiki's to hotel guests. You can't go wrong with a gorgeous view for sunset, tiki torches, live music, awesome bartenders and a great menu selection. The food on the restaurant side is delicious and I highly recommend the Mac Crusted Mahi. Their calamari pupu is to die for. The sauce is soooo good! Check out Tiki's if you live on Oahu or are just on vacation - you won't be disappointed!
(5)
Michael K.

They had surprisingly good food here! Most of the appetizers are delicious, but you gotta try the Truffle Fries. They were out of this world! We usually stuck to the happy hour deals for alcohol and either got Mai Tais or their beers on tap. However, the Mango Mojito and the Five-Oh Lava Flow were pretty good. We were not big fans of the Longboard and stuck to the Primo for happy hour beers.
(4)
Cuong L.

Beautiful view of the ocean. Calimari katsu topped with blue crab and shrimp salsa in a pool of lemon butter sauce with a side of kalbi gyoza. Definitely as amazing as it sounds.
(5)
Jonathan T.

Tiki's was recommended by the rental car company at our resort; and it was perfect. We were able to reserve a table to watch the sun set during dinner. The staff was outstanding and when I contacted the manager a couple days later, they were more than accommodating. Oh, and the food was amazingly delicious! Avoid the "free postcard" with the photographer that uses weird/low angle shots, and you'll find a favorite restaurant that you'll anticipate returning to. I know we do!
(5)
Greg S.

We initially stopped in to have some drinks to take advantage of the beautiful sunset, Tiki's is located in a prime spot to do just that. We discovered that Wednesdays are half price on all wines in stock, either by the glass or bottle. Great selection of wines and other bar drinks as well. The manager Jed came over to our table and talked us into returning on another night to enjoy a nice meal. We took him up on the offer and, AWESOME!; we had one of the best seafood meals of all time. Everything was prepared and cooked beyond perfection. Our waiter Lui was on top of every last detail and with outstanding service and exquisite dining, Tiki's by far proved itself to be a place you must visit. I had the Beachboy Seafood Combo which was pesto seared shrimp and scallops served with a multitude of other tasty morsels. My wife had the Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi-Mahi which was also most delectable. Everything at Tiki's looked outstanding and if you're into great seafood, this place tops the list.
(5)
Mattias A.

Food was good (we had lunch), but avoid the drinks and the draught beer and go for something bottled instead.
(3)
Angela O.

Had a great time here many happy hours on our week long honeymoon! We stayed at the Aston Waikiki Beach where the restaurant is located. Go for happy hour. they have great deals, great food/drinks, great views. sign up for their email list and get a free app. really like the beef gyoza, crab soup/sandwich, fish tacos, crab dip and philly. Had a great time each time we went here, really nice servers, the live entertainment was amazing. Fun mix of fancy and relaxed. We always ate in the casual/bar area but that is more our style! Go there and have some fun!
(5)
Hope Jane R.

AWESOME ADA ACCOMMODATIONS from the managers. I love the live musicians Thurs, Sat, and Sun nights. Hope they keep playing here.
(5)
Adam A.

I used to love this place, but not anymore. When we stay in Waiks we tend to end up here quite a bit. But our last visit will probably be our last. Service was slow, the entire bar was sticky as if they did a coyote ugly bar dance and decided not to clean it. I was grossed out drinking there, I couldn't imagine eating there. It's unfortunate... they have prime location but that's about it. A renovation and proper clean up would do this place a world of difference, but I doubt i'll take the time to check back again.
(2)
Alexia N.

The butter fish, the coconut shrimp, the garlic shrimp and vegetarian wrap are so good, very yummy. You can exchange the mushroom for the pineapple in the vegetarian wrap which makes it very good. The meat dishes are not so good. The service is great. Will be back here again.
(4)
Fred S.

Awesome. Surprised about how many low-rated places there are here, but it's all good. A must visit.
(5)
Jamie W.

Surprisingly good food and drink for a place associated (in location only, maybe) to such a mediocre hotel. We had their poke, beef lettuce wraps and a special Mai Tai concoction they make called the 1944 which will guarantee to put you on your ass. The only downside to this bar is that the seats fill up fast and around HH time, there's quickly a line outside. If I were in the area, I'd go back. The food, drinks, service and views are pretty darn great!
(4)
Jamie Z.

2.5 stars. Typical chain restaurant type of menu and food. It was fine. The waiter did get 3 items of our order wrong - that tipped me over to rate this under a 3. He corrected them quickly. My daughter was happy to get a frisbee with her lunch.
(2)
Emily M.

5 stars for food and 2 stars for service. I'll meet in between. The food was actually incredible. To start, we got the crab dip, which was really unique and flavorful, but could have used more chips. We also got spicy edamame, which is the best edamame I have ever had. It was bathed in a white wine and truffle oil sauce that was really flavorful. I could have licked the bowl. For my main meal I got the ahi stack that came with some crustinis. It was topped with a quail egg and packed with avocado. You can't say no to local catch. So fresh. So amazing. The drinks were mediocre, but fairly priced. I would have been able to try more if the waitress actually tried to ask if I wanted a drink. The expo were great and brought our food to us in a timely manner, but our waitress just needs to step it up and pay attention to her tables instead of showing off her chest tattoo to older men. I would visit this place again in a heart beat for the food and location...and request a new waitress.
(3)
Josh D.

I reserved through Open Table and received excellent service. Harry was our server and catered to my party from appetizer to our meals (no room for dessert because the food was so good!) Recommendations: - Guava baby back ribs - ask them for more sauce because the bottom slab was dry. - Prime rib (This was tonight's special) - perfectly cooked and the mash potatoes were so rich! - Miso pressure cooker pot roast - WOW there is so much flavor in that meat! Because the prices are a little steep for the average dinner, if you're a wine person, I would recommend the house wines. They are still flavorful and complemented our dinners very well. Try to make reservations around 5:30 - 6:30 because that's when you'll see the vibrant colors of the most spectacular sunset while you eat!
(4)
Mark T.

I love this place and Will be back for a number of reasons. Great place to spend your birthday (60th). Drinks, food, view, and service. Friendly. Nicholle is the best bartender and makes your experience even better. She's simply fantastic.
(5)
Keahi R.

Highly recommended! Beautiful upper level lanai overlooking waikiki beach.. Everything on the menu was great, coconut shrimp, mahi, and so much more.. You have to see the view for yourself. Super friendly staff and also affordable for Waikiki, doesn't get any better than this place.
(5)
Debra V.

I think I'm like most other locals, I try to stay out of Waikiki as much as possible. Too many people, too much traffic, and never any parking. But...a friend lives close to Tiki's and we wanted to catch up some place within walking distance of her, so we took a shot. And I'm really glad we did! We walked in, and were able to get a table out on the lanai area right away. No wait, no fuss, just sat right down. There were quite a few people there, but we didn't have to jostle the crowds. I was a little disappointed they had all the umbrellas up, as it was a beautiful night, but all is forgiven for that. Our server came over right away, Casandra was super nice the entire night. We never felt rushed, she wasn't overly-hyper-attentive, but she was courteous, pleasant, and really nice! The music was a relaxing local band, they played a pretty good variety of stuff (and had fun with it, "Brown-eyed girl" became "Cross-eyed girl!"), and they really laid-back. The food? Addicting! We got a garlic/salt/pepper edamame and a tataki stack. I had to stop eating the edamame otherwise I would've split in two--it was that delicious. Some yummy garlic chips on top, lots of flavor, oh my...Talk about food porn! And the tataki stack? Oh, delicious!!!! It was beautifully served, and was incredibly fresh and refreshing. We ran out of crostini for the tataki, and Casandra happily brought us more--no charge. The drinks were delicious as well. We both got a lilikoi sour, and then I got a "bartenders choice." I told Casandra I wanted something minty, and she came back with a concoction the bartender made up. I could've bathed in it! It was bubbly, minty, light, and so relaxing. Delish! The only reason they don't get the last star is because they are a little bit pricey. Yeah, it's Waikiki, so I get it. But they seemed to have a good crowd, so I'm not all that forgiving for that. But overall? Definitely try it out--even if you are a local!
(4)
Jenny M.

SO SO SO SO good. Very pricey however, but it is understandable since it is in Waikiki. I got the ribs which were SOOOOOOO delicious. Melt off the bone meat with very flavorable sauce. The complimentary taro buns were fresh, warm and fluffy. My mom got the butter fish which was also delicious. It was fresh, light and very delicious. It was a pricey place to eat, but it was definitely worth the price.
(5)
Jaimie M.

It was alright.. it was our last night in Waikiki and we decided to try this place out. I would probably eat by the bar area next time. They gave us a free postcard after taking our picture during dinner. We only had apps and virgin drinks so everything was a reasonable price. The table was really dark and it was hard to see the menu but one of the best things that came out of this dinner was the Taro bread rolls with the Banana Butter. SO GOOD and great combo. MMM how I miss taro bread so much.
(3)
Joe C.

Great spot to hang out and drink, 1944 Mai-Thai is unlike any other crappy mai-thai on the island, it is freshly made with juice not mix, addictive and amazing. Service is great (Marcos is a great waiter sit in his section). Live Music is perfect for the setting. Food is good, atmosphere, music and the view make up for any shortcomings in the food.
(4)
Fiel G.

I've never been so disrespected. I'm wholeheartedly embarrassed that I took my girlfriend here on a date. Here's the story. We decided to come here to have drinks and appetizers on April 13. We spotted the place from Waikiki Strip and thought it was a cool place to take in the view of the beach while having a drink. As we walked up to the restaurant, the hostess kindly tells us that it's open seating. My girlfriend and I snag some awesome seats next to the balcony. We sat there for a good 10 minutes till I flagged down a server to help us. The server tells us that a hostess needed to seat us. I apologize and ask her if it's still possible to get some drinks and appetizers. She says "Sure, let me grab your server." After a few minutes our server comes out. He already looked reluctant to help us. He asks us if we would like to see the dinner menu. I say "no thanks, we just want to get some drinks and appetizers." With a bit of attitude, he tells us that we should go to the other side of the restaurant to order that stuff. I really didn't want to give up our seat however since we had a great view. In addition , I didn't understand why we needed to go to the other side of the restaurant when the elderly couple next to us had cocktails in front of them. I kindly ask if we could still sit here. Our server rolls his eyes, ungraciously throws the menus on the table towards us, and walks away. I was so offended by this that I wanted to make it known. However, I wanted to keep things calm since I had my lady with me. I wanted to like this place. But rude assholes, like this server, ruined it. I hope this review catches upper management's eyes and handle their staff appropriately. It's a shame this had to happen.
(1)
Kanya E.

I made reservations here for our "rehearsal dinner" the evening before our wedding. Although we had reservations, they said it was against policy to seat us before our entire party arrived. This was a little obnoxious to me since I had the reservations for a couple months and we were a moderate sized group waiting for just a couple people to arrive. This is definitely not a place to go for a romantic dinner. The atmosphere is LOUD, and they really push the booze on you (yes, I realize it is a "bar"). The food is passable but not great. My husband-to-be and I split the Hawaiian Sampler plate, and the food isn't something I couldn't have found at a plate lunch for much better. The appetizers that our table ordered were all delicious, and the highlight of our meal. My mom ordered the tuna steak. It was cooked incorrectly. It was also covered with a sauce that was in my opinion, way to heavy for what is ordinarily a great fish on its own. Not a bad place to go, but really far from being an authentic "tiki bar" restaurant.
(3)
Bridget A.

I just had a wonderful lunch with my sister here!! The whole staff are very friendly and welcoming! The happy hour is great and this food is even better ! We split the burger and fish tacos which were amazing! Our waiter Luis was great as well! Would highly recommend ! It's on the second floor so you get a beautiful view of the beach!
(5)
Joe H.

It's okay, not bad but not phenomenal either. The service was great our waitress was very attentive and made recommendations for several dishes. The calamari appetizer was absolutely awesome. I had never had calamari this way before but I feel like I had been cheated in the past. From there my wife had a really good soup, and I had mediocre tuna. Like I stated above it wasn't bad, it was okay....parts were good parts were so so.
(3)
Clay B.

Couldn't recommend this place any more. Being in Waikiki for 2 weeks as a foodie is an interesting experience because great restaurants (food + service + atmosphere) are difficult to find among the clutter here. When I happened upon Tiki's--it was at night, I was walking around alone, and I heard the pleasant (not overly noisy) ukulele and singing from their deck. Traveling alone, I thought this wasn't a good place to hang out--since it's right next to the beach and those places are usually a tourist/young trap. This was different. I had a couple drinks at the bar and moved to a very comfortable chair under an umbrella, relaxed and watched/listened to the hula. Normally those situations come with the annoyance of an overly busy or lackluster staff but Ron was super attentive, not overly pushy, and recommended some peanut butter dessert that was dead-on for the description of what I was looking for (salty/sweet and different)(highly recommend). Whoever runs this place does a perfect job of maintaining a relaxed atmosphere, great food, and great service. I'd recommend booking a hotel around this place if you plan on staying in Waikiki. That pleasant.
(5)
Crystal K.

First visit, we thought it was alright. Nothing special. The Applebees of Hawaii, it seems, with generic food and weak cocktails. It was a nice "after a long flight" stop for a quick snack. Server was really nice. Second visit, a host seated us at a table, and 25 MINUTES LATER my husband went to the bar to get us drinks, since that's all we came for. The bar tender said, "sorry, we can only give out one drink per person." When my husband explained the situation, the bar tender apologized and said he'd send someone right over. From where I was sitting I could see that he did not speak to another employee and forgot all about us the moment the promise came out of his mouth. We waited 5 more minutes and left. No one missed us...since they didn't seem to know we were there in the first place!
(2)
Kirin J.

Food is only average, but is way overpriced. Got the prime rib, prime rib poke, ahi poke, seared ahi. None were spectacular. The only thing that stood out was the kalua pork mashed potatoes that came with the prime rib Also, a guy comes around and takes your picture to try to sell them to you. Kind of annoying
(2)
Nadia S.

Such a nice place. Sat in the bar area and the staff was nice and attentive. The ahi poke was delicious but even more so the coconut milk and pureed strawberry cocktail that I had there - yum!I has a great view of the ocean and the atmosphere was really mellow and relaxed.
(5)
Tai M.

This is one of the best places to take visitors. The food is pretty good, the service good, an the view is great. Unlike Duke's, the food is good for the price. If you have up endure Waikiki, this is a good place to do so.
(4)
Bella A.

Food was really good. I definitely enjoyed the atmosphere. It's good for large parties of people. Waitress wasn't bad at all, she was very helpful, prompt and friendly, you can ask for Nikki. We ordered calamari, and it's prepped really well. I love the meaty calamari, it's very unique.
(4)
Kate H.

Staying at the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel, Tiki's was a fantastic and convenient bar to go to. Drinks, food, location and customer service were SENSATIONAL! Massive thank you to Marcos, Sean, Danni and Alex for your excellent recommendations. Your attention to detail truly contributed to an amazing experience for us, mahalo!
(5)
Scott C.

A great place for happy hour. Good drink specials, friendly staff and live music. The view is also incredible, you can see large swaths of the beach and watch the sun go down from their patio seating area. A great place to spend an afternoon drinking cocktails on special, watching the waves and listening to music. The only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is the plethora of pigeons that scavenge around the seating area and dig through the trash. Can be a little unappetizing at times, fine for just drinking though.
(4)
Adrienne T.

Love to bring vacationing friends and family here for some Hawaiiana, good food and fun tourist drinks in souvenir tiki mugs. Their new(ish) Chef, formerly with Roys, has brought some amazing tastes to the menu-- melting Hawaiian favorites with other influences. I love the Kalbi potstickers, Southeast Asian chicken salad, anything they use local pork in. My boyfriend and his parents loved their Parmesan crusted chicken. We also enjoyed a 5-0 Lava Flow and Ginger Brew in two tiki mugs for our collection!
(4)
Aslan R.

Aloha yelpers!! Just had the best gluten free dairy free dinner at Tikis :) this place is awesome great atmosphere and even better service. Our server Zach was really understanding and helpful with my food allergies not only did he consult everything with the kitchen he also told us about the drink specials (half off wine - yay!!!!) Check it out and ask for Zach!!
(5)
Lindsay H.

I read many reviews of places around the island to find the perfect place to take a friend out for her birthday, and I am so happy I chose Tiki's! We got a prime spot against the railing and were able to watch the sunset which as many others have said, is worth it in itself to visit the restaurant. Wednesday is half-price wine all night, so we ordered a couple bottles and proceeded to pick our dishes. I decided on the calamari steak, which was out of this world! It comes prepared with a crab and tomato mixture on top, and a delicious lemon-butter-caper sauce (think piccata) on bottom. The others in my group got coconut shrimp, pork nachos, pork quesadilla, and the burger, and all were met with great reviews. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a casual atmosphere, great live music, delicious food and drinks, and great prices (for Waikiki that is)!
(5)
Tony A.

First time sitting at the bar instead of a table and once again Tiki's delivered. Cassie was beyond friendly and made sure everything was on point. I didn't realize it at first but she was also my bartender a few weeks ago when I was there for a private event. The girl is incredible and this place gets better and better each time I come in.
(5)
Melissa D.

Tikis is the bomb. Good food and drinks! Daniel P was an AWESOME server!! Would go back just to have him again!
(5)
Lindsay P.

This review is only for $2 Taco Tuesdays. The tacos were decent- corn tortillas, chicken, cheddar, cabbage,salsa...a little too greasy and not an authentic taco. Also offered was a free beer for the first 100 customers. Its cash only and only available while supplies last (I believe it starts at 5pm). I give Tiki's 4 stars because the staff was extremely friendly and because of the free beer.
(4)
Erik R.

I don't quite remember everything from this local tourist restaurant. The last thing I remember is getting a volcano drink with dry ice in it. I still have the souvenir glass. The atmosphere was disney-esqe with giant plastic tiki masks backlit with red light. I had hoped they would start to sing like they do in the Tiki Tiki Tiki room where the birds sing words and the flowers too...but alas, they were silent for the night. Great view. I suspect for this part of the beach, this is probably the top place to eat. The service was top notch. From the Silver haired beauty that greets you at the door, to my waitress who had the most beautiful tattoos on each wrist - all were quick and attentive. The calamari steak was amazing. The ahi was good - a good sized steak but overcooked (I had asked for rare).
(4)
C L.

Every time I've come here I've been disappointed. My husband and I ordered a salad each, they weren't on the menu but I figured they couldn't be more than 5 or 6 dollars, right? Then I ordered Fish n' Chips as my main course, when they brought it to me they told me it was tuna. I've never heard of fish and chips being battered TUNA. They probably should've mentioned that to me when I ordered it. Then again, I should've asked. The fish and chips were $13 which is pretty reasonable. When we got the bill my House salad was $6 and my husbands Mozzarella salad (which was the same size) was $14. MORE than the fish n' chips! We had a total of two beers, and the total was 5$3. (they automatically put gratuity on our bill since we were part of a big group, even though everyone was paying separately. I'd been there two other times, I had a crab dip with tasted awful, like it had been sitting out in room temperature for far too long and the time before that was New Year's Eve. My husband and I paid a $20 cover each for a champagne toast at midnight, which we never got. Nor did we ever get service, even though we were at a table. We waited for 20 minutes, standing the bar 5 people deep. Even though my friends go there for the atmosphere, I'm afraid I'll have to skip out next time.
(1)
Mariah T.

This review is solely based on the bar. During my stay at Aston Waikiki Beach, my boyfriend and I often stopped by the bar area at night. The drinks were inexpensive, but I do recommend you to.go during their happy hours (every day from 2 to 5). The servers and bartenders are all very friendly and attentive, so you will definitely have a good time, especially if you're with great people. During the evening, the bar/patio becomes crowded as people relax to the sounds of ukeleles performed by live bands and look out toward the beach. You could also hear the performances while you are on the beach, so go ahead and grab somebody to slow dance with on the beach.
(4)
Roger H.

Good place to have dinner or drink
(4)
Yennee L.

Originally, I was put off from going to Tiki's because it seemed much too "touristy". However, my friend and I were staying at the Hyatt Place just down the street and were starving and needed a restaurant close by. Now all I can think about is the butterfish I ordered! It was a smooth, flavorful, melt in your mouth type of dish. My friend ordered the macadamia crusted mahi mahi and licked his plate clean. Our waiter (don't recall his name unfortunately) was sweet, energetic, and attentive. We were definitely not disappointed here!
(5)
Claudia M.

Came here towards the bar side. Their waitresses and waiters were very nice. It was hard finding a table bc you have to fight through a war of tourists to get just a table or hover around a table about to pay which freak them out and stare at our group like serial killers. Anyways...their food was delicious! I ordered the Ahi! It was very yummy and made with perfection. We also ordered drinks with souvenir coconut cups!
(4)
Renee P.

Our server Zach was awesome. Great drinks, great service, plenty of Aloha!
(5)
Scott H.

Enjoyed my visit here for some drinks and appetizers. Good service. Waikiki prices.
(3)
Don B.

This place is a prime location in Waikiki - sitting up on the second floor overlooking the main drag and the southern end of Waikiki beach. They serve up your average sampling of bar grub and from-mix cocktails for hand-made cocktail prices. In search of a quick post-beach, pre-dinner drink, we wandered up here thankfully during happy hour. We scored some chips and salsa as an app, and I ordered up a mai tai on happy hour. Made with the obviously low-grade booze, the mai tai was less than I could have hoped for, but at least it was only $5. Hilary had some sort of ginger lemonade drink that was ok but not great. And not cheap. Really, this place is all about the location. If you just need a quick drink or snack, it'll do, but if you're not at HHour, you're paying a premium, and the drinks were pretty standard. I'd probably avoid in the future. But hey - if you like bright blue drinks and a view of the most crowded beach on the island - you've got it.
(3)
Hilary B.

Some friends and I went out last night for their wine down Wednesday and had a blast. Our server, C. J., was awesome and joked with us whenever he came by. Definitely have to go back again.
(5)
Cathy O.

Great view and great staff... Mike is an exceptional server...
(5)
Joan R.

I'd like to thank for management and staff for the wonderful experience we had with you this week. I was impress with our waiter Harry who was very courteous and knowledgeable of the menu, very professional. The presentation and quality of the food matched the impeccable view of Waikiki. We look forward seeing you again next year if not sooner!
(5)
Michael M.

Probably one of my favorite and most visited spots my week in Waikiki. Great food, friendly staff, super cool take home tiki glasses for $5 bux.
(4)
Luz.e R.

Went here on a Wednesday (open mic night) & I loved the performances! Ate & drank at the bar & the vibe was simply relaxing. I ordered the Hawaiian ahi poke. Personally, I didnt enjoy the greens included with it. I thought it was really disgusting/bitter. But my boyfriend got the prime rib poke and IT WAS SOOO GOOD! The meat was juicy & the sauce was delicious. I suggest getting that. I also wanted to try out their mixed drinks. One was the The "Lost" Lava Flow which wasn't that bad, then the 2nd time around I ordered a limited edition drink that included wine + other shots. Obviously I wanted to get a good buzz but the drink was disgusting...made me feel all gross afterwords. Nonetheless, the place is a good spot to chill at if you want to have a couple of drinks & good music.
(4)
Shelley F.

Always a favorite. The food has much improved since a couple of years ago. Drinks are great, and so is the view from the patio/bar area. Ask for the Li Hing Margarita, I don't think it's on the menu anymore, but it should be!
(5)
Chad Y.

Tiki's Grill at the Aston Wakiki Beach features one of the best happy hours in Waikiki and offers a great place for a group of friends to grab a drink and some appetizers. That being said, I wouldn't suggest them for a full meal, although you can get full quick on their appetizer menu. Their Kalua Pig Quesadilla is one of their signature items and it certainly doesn't disappoint nor does it truly wow. It features a nice smoky kalua pig complemented with nicely with a pretty good guacamole and sour cream. The brushetta is also a favorite and you can truly taste the freshness of the kamuela tomatoes complemented by the herbs on grilled crostini. And as lame as this might sound...their Edamame and nachos are sure to please a large group. Service can be hit or miss, but what are you expecting at a bar in Waikiki? Just wave anyone down and you can get what you need in short order. Validated valet parking is available at the Aston which makes thins just a bit easier and a bit more affordable for the locals.
(4)
Joe M.

We had our rehearsal dinner at the Coconut Club at Tiki's Grill & Bar. We had about 50 guests with bar service and a buffet. The food and drinks were excellent. The view was breathtaking. We made this reservation with barely a week's notice but the restaurant took care of everything perfectly. Our only complaint was the cheesecake dessert, which was not good, but we are from New York so we are spoiled with great cheesecake! I highly recommend this restaurant.
(5)
C. M.

Harry was our outstanding server, make sure to ask for him because he explains well the ingredients for the dishes. I ordered the special of the day which was swordfish, all fixed up with red onions, asparagus, colourful bell peppers, accented with Thai basil sauce.
(4)
Marian R.

Went on a recommendation from another bartender. The musical performer on Thursday night knew a limited selection although he did ask for requests. The wraps were really good and I would highly recommend them as a tapa. Decent drinks as well. Oh yeah I almost forgot the bread and butter are awesome. The butter has bananas and vanilla mixed in.
(4)
Katrina F.

I just had a party here and I must say, I was very impressed. The party room was really nice and spacious, and you definitely couldnt tell that you were in the middle of Waikiki. But then there are tons of tables around the corner that take you right onto the beachfront view if thats what you prefer. I live on Oahu and have been to Tikis a few times for drinks, but never had dinner here until now. I do know that Waikiki is very over saturated with tourist trap bars and restaurants that are just trying to rip you off, but there are a few winners like this place in the mix of it all. If you are visiting Hawaii, you have to stop at Tikis at least once for a full dinner. If you are local and still havent tried it, I would give it a shot. I am always looking for new places to eat around the island, and if youve got some extra cash to spend, I would check it out. I got the miso butterfish and it was yummmmmmmie. This place is not exactly cheap, but nothing different for being in Waikiki, and the quality of the food and ambiance is well worth it. Something I remember most about this place was the greeting I got in the beginning at the host stand. This old guy walked up to me and welcomed me with the biggest smile and made me feel so happy and welcome. He mustve been the manager or something, based on the way he was dressed. And I saw him doing this with everyone. There is nothing better in life for me than nice, genuine people, and that is something I will be excited to see the next time I visit here on a date night in Waikiki :) Love Tikis.
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Eduardo R.

We kept ordering the Lava Flows with a dark rum float to give that extra kick! We were in Waikiki for seven nights and were in here at the very least one a day. I didn't order any food, but I tried the ribs and they were awesome!
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Kaycie L.

I only tried their appetizers Hawaiian Ahi Poke and Tiki's Famous Coconut Shrimp. The ahi was good, but the soy sauce was too strong. I really liked their coconut shrimps, but wasn't a big fan of their sweet chili sauce. Service was ok. Nice outdoor seating. Location - at the end of the strip.
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Jackie F.

Great food and great service! We had dinner here twice during our one week stay in Waikiki. They use the freshest ingredients and have numerous fish options to choose from. I enjoyed every dish I had. Expect to pay a bit more at this place since it is amidst the tourist part of the island. But when you're on vacay, it is to be expected.
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Dusty B.

What's not to like?! Sea breezes blow off of Waikiki to cool your face and leave you with a feeling of, Ahhhhh, I'm in Hawaii. They have a good beer selection. The food is good, if a little pricey. I like the Mahi sandwich with a side of micro greens 12 or 13 dollars). Their poke is pretty good too (12 bucks). I am staying across the street at the Marriott for work. And, I keep coming over to the Tiki Grill for the great bar service, good live music and the evening sun/breezes.
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Colleen M.

After a fun day of "hurry up and wait" at 3 airports, we finally arrived and checked in to our hotel in Waikiki. Our first item on the agenda was food, to be followed almost instantly by sleep. The restaurants in the hotel looked OK, but not exciting. Just a few minutes away was Tiki's Grill & Bar, beckoning with good music and the ubiquitous tiki torches, outdoor seating right on Kalakau Ave, overlooking Waikiki Beach. There was a short wait for a table, and while we were waiting I pulled up Yelp and looked at the reviews. Generally positive, but one disconcerting post about gluten issues generated a waver - if our table hadn't been ready, and we hadn't been too exhausted to keep looking, we might have passed on what turned out the be an excellent meal. The quality of service was impressive for a hopping Friday night in Waikiki. The menu had gluten free items clearly listed, which is always nice (though I always mention as well, just in case). The Wasabi Lilikoi Grilled Pork Wings were fantastic. The Island Ono Poisson Cru was an interesting and tasty variation on Poke. We barely spoke a word but scarfed down our meals with gusto, while being serenaded under the firelight. Just what the doctor ordered. I'm fortunate to have family who live on Oahu, and to have been there meeting additional family flying in from all points in the US. As it turns out, my brother and his wife had been to Tiki's while on their honeymoon years ago, and my local family consider it a favorite as well. We visited twice more during our trip with family & friends, and my good impression was firmly cemented. The bar area has a more limited menu, but the seating is open (just walk in and pick your spot). The place does get busy, and the live music might be too loud for old timers. But you are in Waikiki, and it's dead silent compared to the ambient roar at Yard House. Definitely worth a visit.
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Ciera K.

I came for beer and pupus and was sadly disappointed at the food quality. I tasted no pork in my flat kalua pig quesadillas. The portion was skimpy for $13, and tasted like a 5-yr old made it. All the beers we ordered were barely cold. Staff was nice but too busy to be attentive to all their customers.
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Pamela V.

I stayed at the Aston Waikiki (which houses Tiki's) for 6 weeks for a work trip...I got to know Tiki's very well! Beautiful view of the ocean while you eat/drink during the day, and they have really fun entertainers at night! The staff is very friendly withut being fake and very helpful. Love the menu...something for everyone with a hint of island flavor throughout. I had their ahi poke probably 10 times in 6 weeks. Most people say the Royal Hawaiian has the best mai tai's on Oahu, but after sampling 6 weeks' worth of mai tais I can confidently say their house mai tais are my favorite! Go for happy hour and you can get them for a dollar if you find the coupon in a lot of local tourist brochures. if you're in for a really good 1-drink buzz, live boldly and try the 1944 mai tai! (the only weird thing was one night, one of my girlfriends tried to pay for her $1 mai tai in change and the bartender said she didn't accept change under 25 cents in her drawer...huhhh? what happens if my drink is $6.27? Hmm? Ya, that was the one anomaly. It's bound to happen.) Definitely recommend for a post swim lunch/drink or a a stop on a Waikiki bar crawl. Loved it there!
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Peter H.

Came here late one night for some drinks with a few friends. Despite what Yelp says, this place does not close at 2am. The waitress told us they closed at 12, but last call was at 12:15??? The place was pretty emptied out by midnight and the cleaning crew as already hosing down the floors, so figure to be out of there by 12. They said they had live music but I think the band played a few songs max and I didn't really notice any other live music. Drinks were so-so and the blended drinks had clumps of ice and were very weak. Ordered a few other cocktails, and all of them seemed to be watered down a bit. Also, our waitress was not the sharpest tool in the shed. There was some lady that comes around with a digital camera and offers a free postcard photo, and then later upsells the real photo. This place was at the far end of Kalakaua, and unless youre staying somehwere around there, you can find plenty of other options on the same street that stays open later. If youre gonna go, this place is getting an extra star for having the upstairs seating (with no escalator or elevator to get up), and also make sure you order beer cause they can't really screw that up.
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O.M. R.

Most food is frozen before cooking. Not much is fresh... And the non-alcoholic beer selection was no selection (just one) Carving pregnant lady here!!! :p
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Rod B.

Went here a few weeks ago for dinner with my parents and brother in law and had my wedding rehearsal dinner here a few nights later. Service in both instances was excellent. The first night, the waiter recommended the 1944 Mai Tai for my Dad and let's just say, he left the restaurant happy. He was quick to order it again during the wedding rehearsal dinner. Kudos to them for accommodating our big wedding rehearsal party 30 mins earlier than the original reservation. It was a breeze dealing with the event coordinator, Tiare Thomas, over e-mail a few weeks prior to planning the rehearsal dinner. They offered an awesome scaled but wide variety menu for our party. Food was tasty and aplenty. The first night, I went with the rib eye and unfortunately had no room for anything else. For the wedding rehearsal dinner, I made sure to brace for impact by going a lot hungrier than a few nights prior. I started off with the really fresh ahi tataki and then followed it up with the fork cutting tender short ribs during the wedding rehearsal. I finished it off with the refreshing sorbet, which in true Tiki grill fashion with the proportions, was probably good for 2-3. The star desert of the night that I wish I could've tried was the PB&J taro with bacon monte cristo. Ambiance was better than expected for my wedding rehearsal dinner. After reading a few reviews, I was worried about the noise. But the folks went out of their way to make sure that we sat in a relatively quiet place in the restaurant to be able to have some conversation going. Add this place to another long list of restaurants I need to go back to when I'm back in Waikiki.
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Kelley A.

Great view, polite service and fairly fast. A lot of the food items are pretty awesome! The truffle garlic edamame is to die for! The kalbi gyoza are really awesome and so is the crab cheese dip!! Good happy hour specials and yummy drinks (the skinny chi chi is REALLY good!). We take visitors here pretty often...oh and they have live music every night on the patio (which is first come, first serve seating...no reservations, just grab an empty seat when one opens up). They also do brunch, at least on holidays like mothers/fathers day which is really good. Also you can park in the hotet garage or valet there, or its once block from the Zoo parking, which is just $1 per hour!
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Frank B.

Food a 3, restaurant ambiance a 4, bar a 3...It might have been a off night so I may try them again based off of everyone elses ratings. Hope to give a better review next time but appetizers were not that good and cold.
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Lyndsay M.

I've been here a million times and always have good service, but this last time was the best. My family was here visiting so I new I had to take them to Tiki's. Jennifer L was our waitress and she was amazing! My dad even said so and he never says that! She was very attentive, took time to tell us the drink specials, very friendly and was always smiling. I will definitely be asking for her next time I go. Mahalo nui loa, Jenny L, for making my family's experience there that much better. Much aloha!
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Joe V.

service was good, food was slightly cold when delivered and prices were higher than expected. doubtful I will be back.
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Brenda M.

Good place for drinks and view of the beach. They have a variety of good tasting sweet drinks that come strong. Came for lunch and was not impressed with the food. Would not return for the food menu. Ordered the steak plate lunch and it was bland. Thankfully I asked for sauce on the side to dip it into.
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Tyler K.

My cousins were visiting from Kauai - OMG Tyler you're from Kauai - yes I get that a lot but onto more pressing issues. The original plan was to go to Sansei, but when we got there I found out they don't have the late night dining on Thursdays (I guess I should've read the website). Luckily I had a plan b, Tiki's! In all honesty I've never been here except for special events, so the standard menu was new to me. Being that it is more or less a hotel bar and restaurant I wasn't expecting much but was pleasantly surprised by the quality of food. The prime rib poke was tasty, slightly salty if you eat too much but if you're sharing with friends it's perfect. They also do edamame as well as anyone else on Oahu. If you're in Waikiki and looking for a casual place to eat you can't go wrong with Tiki's.
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Shawna H.

Super pricey for the sub-par food you receive. Don't waste your money on this mediocre food! First impression is great...my husband was given two free beers as we entered the restaurant, although when I tried to order a drink (because I don't drink beer), they said they couldn't put a drink in front of me because there were two on the table. Food is not good. 1 of the 4 dishes we ordered was okay. BBQ ribs were good. Traditional Hawaiian dish wasn't good. Kids pasta was tasteless (how do you mess up kids pasta?), and the Mahi mahi, which was recommended by the server, was terrible. Tiny portion for the price ($28), and (again) tasteless. Such a disappointment on this dish! I will say that the calamari appetizer was different and delicious...more of a steak and prepared well. I would not recommend this place unless you want to pay for outside seating, which is nice, and decor, which is cool. If you really want to try this place, I would suggest sitting in the "light bar menu" area, which is outside only.
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Jessica G.

My husband and I were recently in Honolulu for the week and were staying at the Marriott next door to Tikis. On our first night we heard their music while we were out on our patio and decided to head on over. After that first night we were hooked. We ended up going to Tikis everyday whether it was just for drinks or for food (and drinks:) ). Each time they had music and the staff was friendly. On the last night we were in Honolulu we went again for drinks at the bar and we met Tomas. We had just eaten dinner so we weren't planning on ordering anything but he convinced us that we have never had calamari like Chef Ronnie makes it. He made it sound incredible so we decided to give it a try. Wow! It was seriously amazing!!! He also suggested some specialty drinks that were really good and probably not something we would have ordered on our own. Overall, no matter when you go you are going to have fun, but if you can get Tomas to be your bartender you will have a blast!
(5)
Anna R.

Kelly was the best sever! Friendly and polite! Great food and great drinks! Well done!
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Cory C.

So-so menu & food...nothing really stood out. food was not bad/not good~
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Nancy K.

This was the perfect place to relax and unwind with some eye candy and entertainment. Haven't tried the food but the ambiance and cocktails were great! Not to mention the incredibly talented singing duo, Jason Alan and Tahiti Rey. These two performed at my friend's wedding and they were amazing! I would highly recommend them if you're looking for wedding singers or similar while in Oahu.
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Gwen K.

This place is ok. Food is salty but, I was hella hungry so I still finished my burger. We sat at the Lani (bar) eating area, & since its in the heart of Waikiki there's a lot of ppl. Outdoor seating & live music, island cover band, they were pretty good. Our server was busy, he kept forgetting about us. I wouldn't go back for the food, the music is was good. Even ordering off the Lani menu we spent $70 not including drinks. Oh, & worse poke I had, I can make it better.
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Jillian P.

Food is awesome service is wonderful!! Nick is the best! Ask for him!
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Jessica T.

We had our wedding ceremony and reception at Tiki's Coconut Club room. Michael & Tiare were so easy to work with. I talked to them several times before our event and they were so helpful, friendsly, and professional. They always remembered us and our event details. Michael was there on our wedding day and even snapped a few pictures and put together a short video for us! So sweet! I'm so grateful for these guys. PLUS ALL of our guests commented on the delicious food. My husband and I already knew how yummy it would be of course :) They also put together an awesome dessert bar for me and a bar with special drinks that we requested. The crew that worked during our event was also very friendly. We also recently spent New Years Eve here. So fun! The live bands are cool, the dance floor is fun, and the drinks are priced incredibly high like most places in Waikiki. The prices here are pretty reasonable and the view is AWESOME!
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G N.

The food was good and lived up to the name but the staff was no where to be found when we needed them for refills to order ,etc.
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Michele G.

We held our wedding reception here on February 18, 2012. The service was excellent. Tiare helped up plan a couple of months before the event. A few days before the reception (we are from TX) she met with us showing us the Coconut Club, So beautiful. They are very flexible. Service was wonderful and food was excellent. Not many people can say that for a wedding reception. Eddie was a great bartender and Darryl, an amazing host. Mahalo Tiki's
(5)
Food L.

Now I can't remember everything about this place since it's been over a year since i visited honolulu. I do remember that everything generally speaking was good. But the food in Hawaii in general wasn't that great, so it's hard to say that this place stood out, it did not. It was very convenient since we stayed at the hotel attached to this place. The view is nice from this restaurant, but anywhere beach front is nice, and better yet if it's Waikiki!
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Elizabeth N.

First off, it's in Waikiki with a great view of the ocean and prime real estate as far as foot traffic and action goes. It's above the street level so you're not a part of the traffic but yet you get a good view of it and the ocean action as well. The 3 stars are mainly for lack of quality of the food. For the prices you pay you'd expect something above fast food level. Everything is just glorified so-so bar food you could pay for 1/2 the price else where. Even the french fries were just okay....okay? How can you get fries wrong? By having the cheap soggy-in-5 mins-now it tastes like cardboard variety that's how. Islands at the mall has great fries, those bad boys stay crunchy! I'd suggest you hit this place up for Happy Hour and save yourself some money. Live local music, ocean air and lot's of people wanting to have a good time, is always fun to be a part of. Pros: Atmosphere/location Lot's of action good people watching Service, they are very friendly and attentive Space, they have a lot of it so it doesn't feel too crowded Free 3 hours parking with validation Cons: FOOD - booo Prices (if not Happy Hour) Overall, it's not a bad place to hit up once in a while to get your Waikiki/I want to be a tourist doay fix (there are a lot of local folks in this bar too). Just don't eat here.
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kelley m.

Our last night in Hawaii we headed to Tiki's Grill. I must we had a beautiful table with a sunset view. We had the best waiter Connor who we asked for many suggestions. He was right on with everything we ordered from drinks to Prime Rib Poke and the Beach boy combination. Both items were delicious! For desert the choices were all so interesting we narrowed it down to three: trifle (my favorite), souffle (my hubbies favorite) and itty bitty brownie( my handsome sons favorite). We had such a great time all the staff including the busser, manager ( who paid a special stop at our table to hear that Connor was taking great care of us), to our wonderful waiter. Thank you all for giving us the opportunity to have a wonderful last night on Waikiki!
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Jose C.

I guess this place survives because it is in the mall. Each time I have been there for drinks and food I am reminded of why I don't like this place. Drinks as SMALL and expensive. In addition, they STILL do not know how to make a proper Mai Tai.
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H M.

This restaurant was EXCELLENT, perfectly situated along Wakiki beach on the second flr of the Aston hotel... The food was amazing, drinks were strong and everything was reasonably priced. Service was great as the staff were very attentive. Try their calamari steak or their seared tuna... Absolutely delish. This place was so good we came back twice during our 6day stay on Honolulu. On some nights a live band plays a mix up today's top hits... This restaurant is a must visit!
(5)
Nikko B.

Great bartenders, attentive and friendly. Kirk was funny and helpful. Happy hour was the best I've seen at a place overlooking the ocean. Dinner was great as well. Definitely recommended.
(5)
Sahag G.

Good food, nice view, and great service. Tannae, our waitress, was super friendly and approachable. She even recommended other eateries on the island. Would definitely go back.
(5)
Lori R.

Tiki's grill & bar is amazing. The food is delicious! Our favorite was the Kalua pig quesadillas, they melt in your mouth! The Half "poi pounder" burger was awesome too. Great meat and cooked perfectly. The drinks were perfect too. Blue Hawaiians at happy hour and Then a few after in their Big blue tiki mug. I collected them all! Shout out to bartender Tod V. for making us feel at home when we are on the other side of the country. Mahalo for everything!
(5)
Orphanthal J.

Baby back ribs were probably pre boiled, they were mushy and flavorless with Luke warm frozen fries. The Thai chicken salad was warm, tasted like it was premade and slimy. The Caesar was encased with a round bowl or crown of bread sticks that tasted stale. Great location. OK service besides the rude little man in charge of seating. DÃ©cor was like SpongeBob. great location. My opinion.
(2)
Ted M.

Excellent food, service, drinks, view. Cool!
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Wendy S.

We called ahead for reservations. When we arrived, we were told that there were no tables available and that we should "wait in the bar". This would have been okay, but after being steered to a dirty table in a very noisy bar, we were more or less (more) abandoned. Not even napkin or glass of water was offered, much less a drink or appetizer. Fifteen minutes later, we finally made another attempt at the hostess station, and were finally seated. Another 15 minutes passes, no waitress. Honestly, I was ready to walk, when our waitress appeared with menus for all. Orders where placed and to make a long story longer, service was the worst I have encountered in many years. Apologies were made by the waitress stating that "the computers had crashed"...really??? Oh, that makes sense! That also explains why the appetizers arrived at the table WITH the entrees, that the $30 Ahi Steak dinner was cold (not to worry, the waitress stated she could place it under the heat lamp to warm it up). Even for Honolulu, the prices were rather steep for such ho-hum food and heinous service. Wow, Chef Ramsey would have tiki torched this place, for sure. Stay away from this tourist trap!
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Sammi L.

Tonight was my first time here and the food was just ok. It wasn't gross but very different from what I'm used too. My server, Jenni L., was great! She was very friendly, helpful, and attentive. I'd go back for the strawberry piÃ±a coloda!
(5)
Margret C.

This used to be a solid four stars for us (eaten here about 4 or 5x) but our last visit (Feb 2010) changed it to just three stars. In the past, the food was very good. We've eaten here for both lunch and dinner. The atmosphere is very nice- upstairs, overlooking Kalakaua Ave. and Waikiki Beach (one V-day my hubby made reservations early and we were lucky enough to get a seat overlooking the Sunset- it was beautiful); at dinner, there is live entertainment- a performer singing with just as guitar, who was very good. There is a coupon promotion for a free kalua pork quesadilla (apparently this is the smaller size, but hey, it's free, so stop complaining). The kalua pork nachos used to be the best, but it's changed- the cheese sauce is a powdery mixed substitute that wasn't mixed very well- it was gross. Because of this poor processed cheese sauce, it's no longer the best nachos anymore. How sad. And so the quest for equally once- excellent nachos begins. The quesadilla was still the same- very good. Dinner is very good but the prices are higher than Duke's (and Duke's is the best restaurant in Waikiki hands down- but that's just my opinion). They sell logo t-shirts. The bar seating is covered. The majority of the restaurant is open-air. They also do catering- several choices available at reasonable prices- we were checking it out for research.. Live web cam on website: tikisgrill.com . Featured on a show, a few years back, on the food network, was a huge dessert, but I don't know if that is still on the catering menu. Happy Hour 2-5 pm. I wanted to mention that one V-day dinner, they had a really neat FREE promotion- a photographer took pictures and they e-mailed it to my husband. That was so nice of them. The one who organized it was the catering/banquet manager.
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Chuck M.

Kaitlyn is a great server ! Good deal.
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Inthira M.

We came here because my friend and her bf came from out of town and she wanted to take him somewhere with that fake Hawaiian island/luau kind of theme so we decided on Tiki's for lunch. I've only been here at night for drinks when they have live music so I decided why not try the food. We ordered the kalua pig nachos, prime rib poke (basically, steak bites), poke, and the crab cake loco moco.Sadly, the only thing I liked was the prime rib poke. Kalua pig nachos would've been fine except they used the kind of nacho cheese that you find at 7-11, which is fine when you're at 7-11, but at a restaurant? It sadly went untouched, but the server was kind enough to remove it from our bill (and we didn't even ask). The poke would've been ok too if it had flavor, it tasted like just sesame oil. The crab cake loco moco was what filled my "I don't like the food here" tank. I was so excited for this dish... so excited. I asked for the gravy on the side because I didn't want it to drown my crab cake. The gravy was a bit gelatinous. You know, like when you put it in the fridge it forms into a jello mold and then if you warm it up it's never the same. The crab cake, horrible. It was huge, but it was completely flavorless and it wasn't even crispy, just one big mushy patty they called crab. I read the menu online and was drooling and was so excited to eat here, now I'm sad and my stomach is still empty. Maybe I'll just stick to the drinks. One plus, their happy hour starts at 2pm.
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Scott B.

Friendly staff! Beautiful view! Great location! Tasty Ribs and great varsity of fruity drinks!! I would suggest eating at the "bar" area because the prices are a bit more reasonable :) **Note: Bring your receipt back the next day for 2 for 1 Mai Tai's.**
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Mr W.

service sucked but food was worse. Waiter was a weirdo, kalua pork quesadillas were bad blue crab pannini was terrible as was the gespacho that came with it. Worst meal I had in a week while in hawaii.
(1)
George K.

Kaitlyn was an awesome and informative waitress. She was very informative on the daily specials n had great service. The food n service is exceptional n we're coming back for sure.
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Kindra E.

Great restaurant to visit while you're vacation! The food was outstanding, drinks were strong and you couldn't ask for better service; ask for Michael, he's great! I visited on a Friday night and the cover bands were unbelievably good. Wasn't expecting that. Restaurant has great vibes and the Spirit of Aloha throughout. You will not regret your visit!!!!
(5)
Katie K.

We had a destination wedding in Honolulu, so we were looing for a place that could accomodate a semi-private welcome dinner for all our guests. Tiki's did an amazing job - from our Lava Tube room, to the buffet selection we chose, to the drinks (which we were able to buy drink tickets so there were no surprises with our bill at the end of the night). The staff was very attentive to our large party's needs (there were 42 of us all together). Everything was exactly as it was supposed to be - based on our contract that we agreed upon with the very helpful events team. On top of everything else, all our guests really enjoyed the delicious food. I would recommend this venue for any large group who wants a great experience for a reasonable price.
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Denise A.

This was absolutely one of our favorite meals while on Oahu. During our two week stint on three of the islands, we were on a self-imposed Mai Tai tasting adventure, and I'm here to tell you that Tiki's 1944 Mai Tai was the best one - hands down. It was outstanding! The food was also delicious. We loved the prime rib poke (Wow!), and the Beachboy seafood combo was great. Our waitress, Michela, was the best. She was attentive and helpful, and really added to the enjoyment of our evening. The views are amazing from their lanai seating, too. We LOVED Tiki's, and will definitely be back.
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Flynn M.

Gluten Free Friendly. Marked on menu. I've only had appetizers and drinks at Tiki's. Both are great. If you're not starving you can be satisfied by some of the appetizers. Really decent amount of food for an appetizer. My wife liked the Coconut shrimp. They're not gluten free. The shrimp were very crunchy and salty. The saltiness enhanced the shrimp well. She didn't taste the coconut though. She wondered if they were garlic shrimp, but that's not indicated on the menu. Must have been the hint of sweetness. She ate the whole shrimp including the head. The head was the juiciest and most tender part. The drinks were good, not too sweet. We got good and tight. The drinks were a higher quality than a few places I can think of in this price range. About $10 a drink is fair in Waikiki unless you head to a dive. I deducted a star because the view is so-so. It's not a deal breaker when they have music. It feels light and breezy maybe because Tiki's is on the second floor.
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Sylvia L.

OMG.... I live one block from this place and I havent been there for about 5 years because I thought the food sucked! Well, I have been there 3 times in the last two weeks and the food is AMAZING!!!!! New Chef!!!! Waitress Terry was excellent! IM SO HAPPY!!!! YEA!!!!! My life is good! LOL!
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Ashley D.

Mike is a wonderful server! Handled a table of 20 ladies with no problem!!
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Maria S.

The food was good; their service was awesome--they accomodated us and the manager came back out because he thought we had a little bit of a wait to change seating so he handed my son drink and apps passes for the next visit. Oh and he also thanked my son for his service to our country. Great service and good food.
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Courtney C.

Tikis was awesome! The singers Tehiti and Jason had the best voices ever!! Our server Cassie recommended the garlic edamame to start and they were the most amazing heavenness I've ever come across. I love it! Great server who really worked hard to get our order right.
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Hanna M.

We had dinner with kids here. They have simple kids menu and it comes with souvenir cups and frisbee. Kids got coloring paper and crayons which are always good when you are dining with little ones. We had appetizer ahi tuna and papaya salad. Ahi was so yummy and even our little kids were asking to have more. Papaya salad was good too. We had kids meal: pork which was a huge disappointment. It was dry and didn't have any flavor. Side veggie was simply steamed but my veggie lover kids didn't eat them just because it didn't have any taste. We shared duck plate for entree and it was sooo good. Our kids ate the duck and purple yum and we winded up eating kids pork (bummr...) our kids have food allergy and we were limited of what we can have but our waiter were nice to us and very accommodating. We were able to have sorbet and it was a nice treat to end the meal. I wish we were able to try more food but because of kids allergy we could only try the items described above. It's a tourist spot and they will take ur pictures and you can buy if u like. If you want to see the ocean and sunset while eating dinner, it's a good place to go especially if u r with kids.
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Frank S.

Was back again during the holidays and really enjoyed the Kama'aina special that evening which was a delicious and generous slice of prime rib at 50% off. They have a different Kama'aina special every evening.
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Kathy F.

I'm giving this place 2 stars because of the poor quality of the 1) food and 2) service, which are pretty important when it comes to eating establishments, in my opinion. The presentation of the food was fine, but I could barely have more than a few bites. It was much too salty, and overall just did not taste good. But on top of the too-salty-to-eat-food, the service was sub-par, at best. The place had a few customers, but wasn't incredibly busy, yet I felt like we were bothering our server every time we needed something, which wasn't often. Basically, I just wanted to order, to have some water, and then to receive my bill; that isn't too much to ask, is it? The best thing about the experience was the person taking pictures, who, I'll admit, was friendly. But this might also be because she wanted us to buy a single 5"x8" photo for $15...
(2)
Robert H.

Great late night music, only place playing late night jams down the whole waikiki strip.
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Lo S.

Grassfed beef burgers with no seasoning or fillers, so gluten free without the bun. Sub salad for fries and olive oil and vinegar for dressing. Perfect meal for me. Other meals looked great and not too overpriced considering the location across from the beach.
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Emily M.

We had our wedding 'welcome cocktail' at Tiki's in October. It was easy enough to walk in and get a large section of tables, even at 7pm. There was live music and the choice of drinks was great. We were even able to print gift certificates for each of our guests, so that there was no fussing with having to pay while we were hosting our cocktail hour. Some of the people ordered food, though we didn't, so I can't say much about how that tastes. However, everyone was happy and enjoyed themselves. We got some fantastic photos, and the service was great. My husband attended UH, and so he has been to Tiki's often. He had nothing but great things to say, which is why we decided to pick it as our cocktail location.
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Amanda F.

The Tiki Bar at the Aston is awesome! Great food and drinks, staff are very friendly and fun, overlooks the beach for a great view. Great decor and ambiance. We only stayed at the Aston one night in our week long Hawaii trip and we had our best drink at the Tiki - The Waikiki Infusion!! Thanks for the great service CJ.
(4)
Katie M.

Ryan was a great server! The food was awesome and I loved the mug that came with my drink.
(5)
Val C.

Food, service, location, this place has it all! It was a little on the expensive side, even for Waikiki. It was a nice treat for our last night in this tropical paradise.
(4)
D S.

Fish and chips & prime rib poke were utterly amazing! Thanks for the great service Margarita!
(5)
George L.

This place is a must STOP for any Honolulu tourist! The view of the Kalakaua strip and Queens beach is perfect day or night. My girlfriend and I came here a few times during our stay and we were lucky enough to have our hotel right around the corner. The food is reasonably priced with creative flavors, the bar is a nice place to hang out and have a drink. Our bartender Thomas gave us some really good ideas to check out on the island for our first time and he made my girlfriend some of his own specialty tropical drinks that she loved! The service was good whether we came for lunch or dinner. If you don't want to break your bank but have a good meal and great drinks, I highly recommend Tiki's! "Aloha"
(5)
Brittany S.

Love going to Tikis for pau hanas, Adam always gives awesome service behind the bar!
(5)
Rick H.

Kristi Craven, And Cassie were awesome servers. We enjoyed the food, drinks and convenience on our family vacation. This place also has great live band performances. Cheers.
(5)
Catherine L.

Stayed at Aston hotel. I was so glad we had this amazing bar/grill just downstairs. The food was AMAZING. I had the kalbi gyozas and coconut shrimp...and the NY steak. Plus...drinks. The bartenders and servers were great. But on our last night...we got MIKE as our server. Loved him. Super nice. Made sure we were good. He was awesome...I even put it on the receipt.
(5)
Pulelehua M.

WOOHOOO... drinks n pupus with friends this is best place to go to.... Our server CONAN was on the ball - great service and made it the reason for us to come back again...
(5)
Daniel O.

For my first time being in Honolulu I was unsure of where to eat. I was staying at the Aston Wikiki Beach Hotel and I could hear the music coming from Tikis so my boyfriend and I decided to check it out. When we found our seet out in the patio areas we were greater by a friendly gentlemen C.J. He was very accommodation and was always attentive to anything that we needed. Getting to the food was AMAZING I would really recommend comming here for a fun chill night in wikiki beach!
(5)
Ariana R.

Matt S. was the best bartender. Made us feel like family was very helpful. Suggested great drinks, unlike other bartenders we came across on our trip. Will be back to visit him again next time. Thanks for everything Matt.
(5)
Jodi F.

Awesome service! Great drink specials, live music, nice people! Cassie the bartender is fabulous!
(5)
Lord H.

A lovely place for both couples and families (like us). Comfy atmosphere, nice and helpful waiters, live music and a lovely view over Waikiki beach incl. a breathtaking sunset. Prices are reasonable. My favorite is prime rib poke, very light and tasteful.
(5)
Stephanie L.

LOVE this place! Good for happy hour or after work drinks. Matt & Ryan...best bartenders in town :)
(5)
Kiyomi E.

This is our go to spot for a cold beer! Adam always greets us with a big smile and lots of aloha, even when he's not behind the bar. Tikis, you win the game of awesome service and cold brewskis!
(5)
Tara C.

Tikis is the perfect place to chill, day or night, if your a tourist. Or not. Even those of us who live in Honolulu like to hit Waikiki now and then, and Tiki's is a great place to hit. The happy hour is unbeatable, the view is great and the staff are super friendly. SInce I am so focused on my ono drink and the view, my expectations for food at Tiki's are tampered down, but I haven't had anything there was I didn't finish. Actually, for "bar" food, I'd say the pupu's there are above average. I think I am going to have to play tourist again there soon...now where ARE those black socks I was going to wear with my slippahs?
(4)
Customer Service R.

Bar food okay, if you want dinner menu you have to sit in the dining room. Huh!
(2)
MIKE V.

Good place to watch live bands and get yourself a drink and relax. They got a good happy hour on drinks, but food is pricey. The place is not packed and there is alot of seating spaces to sit. Staff is real friendly and helpful.
(3)
Greg L.

Great bar and atmosphere. Came here since I was down the street from the hotel. Met some pretty awesome people at the bar and the prices weren't bad considering the location and how touristy it was. I would come here again, but beware it is touristy, but not bad. They had a good band on the deck playing a good mix of island like covers of other songs. Good view of the sunset if you can get something outside on the deck facing the water.
(4)
Jenny K.

on the list for yelp eats local!! yay!! this was a good place for us to grab a late night bite. it's on the 2nd floor with a vibe that is relaxing and inviting. there is live music also. the food was okay. they have complimentary taro bread buns to start. poke was too salty for my taste. they don't give you a lot for the price! the tofu salad was worth ordering as the ingredients and dressing really went well together. 3.5 stars part of our bill went to charity!! ;)
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Mari A.

Tiki's offers a great Waikiki beach view, great calamari app, great local music and a great margarita only if Tomas the bartender makes it for you. His margaritas are AMAZING. I've often come in only to see Tomas and drink my favorite island margarita. I also enjoy the salmon and mash super yummy. Next time your in ask Tomas to make you a great Margarita.... I promise you'll love it.
(5)
Mike A.

Booked a table at tiki for New Year's Eve. The hostess gave the table away and lied to our face about it. We saw our name in a little cheat sheet she has on the desk. When we asked her about it, she hid it with her hands and lied about it. We waited 2 hours before being seated. Extremely bad service. Will not go back there
(1)
Victoria M.

My fiancee and I have lived on Oahu for years and never came across this gem until last weekend. I highly recommend this place! It is a little touristy but the food, drinks, and service makes up for it. Sarah was our server. She was super friendly and made good recommendations. I recommend the ginger salmon!! Next time we are in Waikiki we will certainly be back!
(5)
Gretchen C.

we went here for (american) thanksgiving lunch - they had a special thanksgiving special on their menu and were playing football on the tv screens. we sat outside on their patio that was kid-friendly and could accommodate high-chairs (which was awesome for us because my cousin's 18 month old prevented us sitting on a few patios during our hawaii trip). even though it was thanksgiving, we were all having a huge thanksgiving dinner that same night, so none of us ordered the special and just ordered other things from the menu. i got the ahi tuna poke bowl as an entree, even though it was listed under the appetizer section, and it was perfect! it was a good size so that i wasn't overly stuffedl, but it definitely filled me up. we also got the calamari as an appetizer, which was amazing, and the beef shortribs gyoza, which was different to any type of gyoza i've ever had, but still tasty. their drinks were pretty good too, and reasonably priced, especially for hawaii where everything seemed to be super expensive. they had a happy hour with super cheap beers which we unfortunately missed by a few hours (i think it started at 2 or 3 pm and we were having lunch at 12 pm).
(3)
Pierre A.

Jayme is great! She's an awesome bartender .. Fast and friendly . Ron our server also deserves 5 stars for his service .
(5)
Ian S.

Mike Poe took great care of me when I came in. I'm on vacation and didn't really know the area and Mike was very helpful pointing out places to visit as well as pointing me towards the best calamari I've ever had as well as the 1944 Mai Tai which was awesome. Will def come back in before I leave and recommend Tiki's to everyone. Great atmosphere!!!
(5)
Shannon W.

Yes tiki bars are kinda cliche, I know. Considering how overdone Waikiki is and is very reminiscent of the New Las Vegas I was happy to stop in for lunch at this place before heading to the Honolulu Zoo. Food was great, drinks were amazing (yes I took home a tiki glass) and the service was super attentive. Out of all the places I saw in Waikiki I think I would go back to this one!
(4)
Danielle D.

It's always tradition for us to eat here the first day we're back in Hawaii. Food is always fabulous. Mai Tais are amazing and the live bands and energy is always what the doctor ordered. Not to mention my obsession with their famous banana butter and delicious bread. One of our Fav places to always go. Kaitlyn was awesome and took great care of us! Will see u soon tiki's!
(5)
Ryan B.

Matt S. Took good care of me tonight. Thanks for the prime rib poke and car bombs. Cant wait to come back and hear more live music.
(5)
Elaine H.

We arrived a bit early before we can check-in to our hotel. We was staying at the Aston Waikiki Beach hotel. Tiki Bar&Grill is just located below right next to the pool and lobby area. We were 4 people sharing 2 orders of 'Da Tiki Cheesesteak' and a Kalua Pig Nachos appetizer. It was pretty expensive for lunch, but what do you expect? Its Waikiki we're talking about here!, plus a view of Waikiki Beach.. It was OK.. nothing really special. We were just trying to kill time.. and feed our tummy.. When we checked in.. we got a coupon book offering a free Kalua Pig quesidilla appetizer. My boyfriend and I went here on our last day to try to dinner.. Dinner was ranging from $25-up for a plate. We had the Aloha Friday's Hawaiian Plate. It had Kalua Pig, rice, and some other things that I was not too familiar with.. Again.. nothing too special.. but definitely not what I was used to eating either! but yay for $1 shots from 2-5pm. They aren't really shots.. more like mixed drinks. It was malibu rum mixed with juice and something else.. More like.. a shot of a mixed drink I would say.. not bad for $1. I can't complain..
(3)
Cindy M.

We absolutely love Tiki's. We eat here and have their delicious Mai Tai's whenever we come to Oahu. They have great food at reasonable prices and very friendly staff. We like to eat in the bar in the outside seating so we can see the beach and enjoy the sunshine! We would recommend this place to anyone.
(5)
Randy B.

The food here was surprisingly good. I thought it would just be a tourist trap on Waikiki Beach. But the food was excellent and the portions were very good sized. Service was good and the scene was fun
(5)
David Q.

Review Based on Fish and Chips, Chicken Wings, Quesadilla and Drinks. Decor: One of my favorite eating spots,1) We stayed at this hotel so easy access 2) it's on the second floor and view of the Beach across the street with Tiki torches outlining the place. They had a live band playing every night while we were there. It's of course a outdoor venue but also has a indoor area. Food: The fish & Chips were good, very tasty and fresh and hot. The Chicken Wings and quesadilla was ok but the venue maybe it taste better. Service: We ate here twice, during happy hour during early evening the service was good, however at night when it gets packed the service takes longer and to get a table is a long wait, 45min or you can go to the outside area self seating which is quicker to find a seat.
(4)
Ani A.

Great service, outstanding food (especially seafood) and if you get a coconut drink, it comes in the coconut shell ans they give you one (clean coconut shell) as a souvenir to go.
(5)
Cherice D.

Went to Tiki's Grill & Bar for my Birthday 10/8/2011... I absolutely was kinda nervous because I'm so use to going to places near home in Waipahu especially when its a special occasion. But this time hubby went out of his way and made surprise reservations for this birthday of mine. When we got there of course me being local girl I didn't want to Valet cause then I was thinking it was like expensive just for that. So we found parking on the side w/ meter. It was about 7:55pm when we got there. Parked on the street side w/ meter OMG 10 minutes is 25 cents... Geez talk about crazy... So of course we put a couple of coins in. Go for our reservations come to find out Tiki's Validate for 3 hours. Great if we knew that we would have just valet... Service was GREAT. He had a great personality. When I asked him questions, he was quick to answer back. So I really did appreciate that. Appetizers we just ordered the Coconut Shrimp. OMG they were so good... There is a kick b/c there is Asian Sauce that has a lil tangy spicy taste. Of course the rolls with banana butter cream was good also. Drinks: I had the Lava Flow. OMG ALCHOLIC may I say!!! On the menu it says lite rum... NOT REALLY... But it was nice to get a buzz!!!! Hubby got the strawberry daiquiri. His was sweet but you could taste the alcohol. For the Dinner Entrees: I of course love steak so I picked the Pelehu steak. That was good cause it hit the spot. Damn I was full off of half my damn steak. It was really good. Made to the way I wanted Med Well... Very Juicy and filling. I took the other half home. Hubby had the Chicken Parmesan and he thought literally they were gonna give him just 1 piece of Chicken but they gave him 2 big chicken pieces. Which he was really happy about. And OMG he made it look really good... But he only finished one and of course too the rest home to eat. Birthday Dessert was I think the best. Waiter came out with a nice plate with chocolate written on the edge of the plate Happy Birthday. OMG beautiful! on the left side a Lilikoi Custard Tart with whipped cream. Middle had a red velvet cupcake with cream cheese frosting. The cupcake it self was kinda hard but then the frosting made it soft so then it actually tasted good. On the right side there was a Custard Tart covered with crushed glazed mac nut. And that was so good also. That made me super happy!!! I love custard!!! The service altogether was great. Great staff! Great Environment!!! Only down size was that the menu was only had a small selection. But other than that it was great!
(5)
Patrick S.

Zach was fantastic, food was fantastic!
(5)
Marcia T.

I loved it here!!! Recently visited waikiki...and this restaurant was just around the corner of our hotel...Great service...we had reservtions and where seated immediately...I had the scallops dinner and was delish...I also had the creme brulee...and it was just right...I came here a 2nd time for lunch and had the fish tacos...hmmm wasn't too impressed...but other than that...everything was yummy...Oh and the mango mojito is sooo good...cant wait to visit soon =)
(5)
Sebastian K.

Perfect place for cocktails while the sun sets on Waikiki. Go see Tomas for all your needs, the man's so good he deserves a surf board! 2x vacationing Australians
(5)
Sam H.

I'm back....!! One of my friends is in town this week and i decided to take her to dinner. One of the first restaurants that popped into my mind was tikis because it will please both locals and tourists! I think our server was Harry or Larry? He was very helpful in explaining the dishes to my friend from the mainland. I give him a lot of credit because my friend was asking about the whole menu. Both food and service was on point. Looks like I've got a new favorite restaurant.
(5)
E S.

This is the 1st of many visits to Tiki's Grill & Bar. Lots of options for drinks and food. The lanai menu touts it's "Bar Food" but this far above! The Hawaiian poke is 1 of the best I've had on all the islands. Our table also had the edamame, lettuce wraps & gyoza. All of it was very good. Our server CJ was very attentive without being overbearing. We enjoyed his banter & wasn't hard on the eyes either :-)
(5)
Vanessa Y.

We went here for a bachelorette party and they were incredibly accommodating. I believe our point of contact was Scott (SUCH an awesome guy!), who was in charge of larger parties (we had 20+). It was the perfect setting - We were seated outdoors overlooking the ocean and as far as Waikkiki prices go, it was quiet reasonable. What was impressive to me was the fact that they allowed separate checks for each attendee and our waitress did a wonderful job of juggling the pacing of the drinks, appetizers, entrees and checks - Mahalo!
(4)
Dave G.

Went to Tikis after a long run and sweaty, shirtless game of sunset frisbee with a really lovely Frenchmen down by the beach. I didn't bring much of an appetite so I ordered the kids chicken tenders, a pitcher of water, and a tequila soda lime. The food was worthy of 4 stars. Spoiler alert... The kids chicken tenders comes with an orange frisbee. This was a pleasant surprise because the only frisbee we had was pink. The atmosphere gets 4 stars as well. Yes, you get the view of the Waikiki sunset and an above average live band, but restaurants like that are a dime a dozen around here. The service is what bumped this review up to five stars. I come here about 3 times a week since it's right down the street. The service is always great. We usually have a server named Tanay (pronounced like today but with a N). She's great. We've had Ariel a few times too. Also great. Her service gets even better if you bring up the movie The Little Mermaid. But this time we had some girl with a verse tattoo right by her collarbone. I wish I remembered her name for the review but I don't. Not only was the tattoo incredibly sexy but the service was flawless. I always enjoy a steady flow of tequila after a semi-homosexual game of frisbee and this girl was all over it. Very attentive and quick. I'd start heading down here 4 times a week if I knew she was going to be working.
(5)
Andy G.

Tikis Grill and Bar sits right across the road from Waikiki beach and has a great fun vibe and even better food. Parking is a bit of a nightmare, so I did the unthinkable and payed a valet to do it for me. If your at a nearby hotel just save yourself the money and walk to Tikis. The joint was hopping at about 7:30pm but the hostess was happy to seat us on the outside patio so we could enjoy the sounds and sites of the ocean ( although it was dark outside so seeing the ocean was kinda difficult). Service was good but not fast..except our appetizers that oddly arrived about 2 minutes after we ordered them. The service being slow is actually okay as you get served all you can eat sweet, purple soft and spongy Hawaiian Taro rolls along with banana and vanilla flavored butter. Addictive and divine is the only word to describe these. The butter tasted like ice cream...OMG. I think I had a total of six of rolls.For the appetizer we ordered the Kali Beef Gyoza. A nice Flakey Dumpling was filled with choi sum seasoned ground beef tenderloin and minced onion, then drizzled with a miso chili aioli and another local flavored sauce called Kabayaki. These were very good and had a nice mild heat. Although our entrees took awhile to get to us they were well worth the wait. I had a Lili Koi Glazed Duck Duet. One part roasted leg confit and the other pan seared breast. Both were cooked medium and were sweet, rich and delicious, although I preferred the tenderness of the leg the best. Both were topped with an amazing Onion marmalade. The duck was served with purple mashed potatoes and honey glazed carrots that reminded me of a Thanksgiving meal. Simone decided to get herself the Seared Tofu entree salad. This salad was compromised of local everything, local greens, local dressing, local vegetable and of course local shiso marinated Tofu. I was surprised at how good this was. The marinated tofu was really good, not mushy but firm and deeply flavored. The rest of the salad was topped with bacon like crispy shitaki mushrooms and sweet and tangy vinaigrette. Simone also STOLE some onions from my meal and used those in her salad. To finish off this great meal we had a unique Chocolate Fettuchini dish with White Chocolate Lemongrass Sauce. As the name implies this is indeed chocolate pasta. I thought the pasta was a little undercooked and the Chocolate flavor a little understated, but the sauce was excellent and the whole dish was topped with crushed macadamia nuts which added to the tastiness. The meal was pricey but then again so is everything around Waikiki, and we did have a few cocktails which added to the bill. Overall I really liked Tikis and would definitely return again.
(4)
Gary C.

Great location, good food, live music, outstanding service. The Happy hour drink specials are some of the best in Waikiki. Kristie our bartender was very friendly and made great tasting drinks...
(5)
Kenny Y.

Great place. Very friendly; Adam was cordial and greeted me right away when I sat down and talked to me. Cassie is an awesome bartender!
(5)
Samantha b.

This place wasn't too bad. We ended up here after searching for someplace to go for quite some time, so it wasn't a top choice. The menu is quite expensive as is typical for the area. They did have a bar menu which offered more choices and cheaper options. I would probably skip this place next time.
(3)
Heather B.

Best location, scenery and people in Waikiki. Our server Adam was very nice and helpful when it comes to suggestions on things to do while here on the island. Will definitely be back very soon :)
(5)
Ian B.

Amazing place!! Great food and drinks...Ahi Poke is amazing, marinate is not too salty but very tasty...and all foods are great!! Try the 1944 Mai Tai amazing..also try not to drive after 4 of em..heheh
(5)
Jake S.

Mike, our server, was very helpful and attentive. He was very accommodating in getting us everything that we wanted and then some.
(5)
Sandra S.

Ok, let's get over the fact that it is a very tourist-centric restaurant in the heart of Waikiki. This place is awesome! I found it on Open Table when I needed a reservation in less than an hour in Waikiki when my family was in town. There were four adults and two kids. When we walked in, our table was ready for us immediately. The service was really great. Our server was able to recommend some dishes and helped us decide what to drink. We ended up getting some frozen blended drinks in coconut shells we took home. Kitschy, but fun! Food - really good! It was expensive, but worth it. I was afraid it was going to be expensive just because it could be... but that wasn't the case at all. I think everyone in our party ordered the steak and lobster, and we all loved it! It wasn't lobster tail, though, which would've been better. Instead, it was half a lobster, which didn't have as much meat as a tail would've. Crazy, right!? I don't remember what we had for dessert, but it was really good. I'm the kind of person that has to try the dessert if the main course is delicious. Cause everyone knows dessert is the best part! Ambience was FUN! Felt like we were on vacation even though we live on Oahu. There are all these totem/tikis everywhere, and the interior had very dim lighting. It was loud, but the kind of loud that makes you happy because you know everyone is having a great time! We want to go back. Maybe start there for dinner and a couple drinks before we hit the town on a party night. Definitely recommend it if you don't mind feeling like a tourist.
(5)
Gina P.

Food is not very good. Only come here for the location and a simple beer.
(1)
S J.

I love this place. Live music. Ocean view. Rooftop dining. Delicious food. Awesome drinks. Can't get any better. I highly recommend the edamame, lettuce wraps, salmon. I didn't try anything I didn't like! Amazing. Also, request Brian as your server he's awesome and gave great recommendations.
(5)
Felicia M.

Great spot for tropical drinks, live music and a view. CJ was our server last time and he did an awesome job. Its a great spot to relax at the end of the night on the patio area.
(5)
R. H.

Tiki's is a little expensive but the food is good. It was the 2nd time I've been there and I tried the macadamia mahi which was really good. It's kind of romantic at night and the server was nice. I would definitely come back here again. Also there is parking which we didn't know somewhere in the vicinity of the building.
(5)
Annie D.

We made reservations for 6:30 and were seated immediately on the outdoor patio overlooking Waikiki beach. Stunning! Our server, Conan, was a wonderful person and made excellent recommendations and took time going through the menu, specials and drinks with us. He was thoroughly attentive and on top of things without ever making us feel rushed. Couldn't ask for more. The food was delicious. We ordered the calamari to start which was great, but I feel was very very overpriced for what it was. That is my only complaint. The salmon I ordered was prepared beautifully and my husband really enjoyed the Aloha plate. Lots of great flavors and a new food experience for him. He was really glad he went for it. Great menu. Amazing location and views. Lovely bar area and entertainment. This is a cant miss.
(5)
Brita M.

Amazing drinks and views! Great customer service! This is a must stop when in Honolulu:)
(5)
Mike A.

When I'm in the islands I always stop in for great service and food. Dan P. was our waiter last time and he was great.
(5)
Amber W.

Our Server Nikki G. was awesome. Great ocean views, great service. Nikki definitely made this a good spot and gave sound advice and suggestions. The 1944 Mai Tai is awesome. Prices a bit high and limited items to choose from but what we ate was very good especially Calamari Katsu, in fact I just talked my way into going back for more. TTFN
(4)
Mariah C.

Service was so slow & you couldn't hear the live music. My stake tasted old.
(2)
Janet G.

Awesome outdoor seating area with view of the ocean. Daily specials and live music. Ask for C.J. he's awesome!
(5)
Derrick V.

This place is very touristy, a bit like TGIF or Chili's. However, once you get past the crowd and check out the view of the beach, and listen to the terrific live band, you'll think it's not so bad in tourist land after all. I had an excellent seared hamachi so of course the menu is not typical TGIF. Also the Mai Tai's are pretty cheap at $6, and the lychee martini was only $7. Don't forget the taro bread, and the vanilla bean banana butter to boot. Damn, tourists have it good ya?
(4)
Angelo F.

Had to give this place a try since it looked like a cool lounge to chill at and had live music. My friends and I were fortunate enough to get a table in the very back so we can see the sunset. Talk about bromance..... Hahaha! Anyways, I would have eaten there since some of the menu items looked really good but we decided to just drink and enjoy the music. The musician there was solo but he did some awesome cover songs and customer requests. Totally kept the vibe going. I do have to say that our waitress was really cool! I wish I can remember her name but we asked her for some recommendations on the best local food spots and night life. I was suprised to hear some of her answers which I totally respect since she was honest. Otherwise, if you're staying at this hotel or near by, its a place worth checking out. Expect An older crowd though since its connected to a hotel thats pretty pricey.
(3)
Edward C.

My first time visit to Hawaii and I was on a mission to find a drink in a coconut or pineapple and found Tikis. My friends and I wondered into the restaurant and found live music playing and yummy drinks. Our server C.J. was a pleasant and thoughtful server. He suggested a Mai Tai that was good. I had three really good drinks. I'd suggest the Ocean Potion in a coconut, the lava flow or the blue Hawaiian oh and C.J. as your server.
(5)
Christine V.

Great food, great music, great view! During my vacation I went there several times. The vibe was so chill and the service was awesome. Our bartender Tomas took great care of us, told us about the best spots to visit during our stay and made great recommendations on the menu. I highly recommend stopping in for lunch, dinner or just drinks!
(5)
Della H.

Our server Rachel was great! 1944 mai tais were also excellent.
(5)
Barbara N.

The ultimate Mai tai with coconut flavoring was super. Stir it first before you drink it. Coconut shrimp was to die for. Sauce on them was a sweet chili sauce, so good! We went there 3 times in a week. Macadamia nut crusted Mai Mai with orzo was a good choice for me. Great waiters and bar tender. Quick service.
(5)
Brian M.

Had a night out with friends in Waikiki and stopped by for some local food and drinks. What we didn't expect is amazing service from Conner. By far one of the best dining experiences and amazing service! Tiki's needs more servers like Conner her in Hawaii. -Aloha
(5)
Edessa P.

BOMB fish and chips. The lettuce wraps were good too!
(5)
Theresa Y.

After shopping around for the best option for our wedding reception, we chose Tiki's for the value, location and the vibe we received from Michael and Tiare. We were hoping for their Coconut Room (check it out - it looks like the perfect place for a wedding/reception all in one,) however someone booked it the day before we booked. Based on our number of guests, 72, we chose to go with the Lava Tube so we could be closed off and have our own private celebration. The reception includes two hours in the room and we opted to add the third hour for a small fee - it was worth it to have the extra time with our guests. We ended up staying a bit longer and we were not charged any extra :) For our meal, we chose the fruit platter, fried rice, stir fry veggies, paniolo steak, mac nut crusted mahimahi, and guava glazed pork ribs. The food was awesome! It was much better than we were expecting and it received many compliments from our guests. We were able to bring our own decorations (fish bowls with sand/sea shells/candles,) but were worried that we should have brought more decorations. We were pleasantly surprised with the decor in the room and everything combined perfectly. The staff was awesome! They checked back with us to make sure everything was going well and to keep us updated. We would definitely recommend Tiki's for large parties, a nice dinner for two or cocktails on the Sunset bar to enjoy some local music.
(5)
Jason C.

Went there Sunday night, the music was great, laid-back atmosphere, & bartender Kristie was great. She made sure I always had a drink. Great, friendly, fast service.
(5)
Ed C.

Tiki's was great! Atmosphere great! Food excellent! Service was wonderful. We had Mike Poe as our server. He was patient and very professional. We also met the manager Edwin who was helpful and friendly. The live entertainment rocked. I highly recommend Tiki's to everyone!!
(4)
X C.

The miso butterfish is excellent. The shrimp with noodles is also excellent. The shrimps are large and fresh. Of all the places we went to during our week in Waikiki, this was the best eating place.
(5)
Carol W.

Best Mai Tais we had on our vacation to Hawaii! Mike was a great server! He let us just chill with drinks and wasn't pushy at all! Will definitely come back when in in Oahu!
(5)
Stacy S.

1st time here. A hidden gem on the edge of Waikiki in the Aston hotel. Had the Korean Tacos and Kahlua pig quesadillas...delicious! I was pleasantly surprised at how tasty the food was. Korean tacos had like teri beef on sizzling platter w/ fixings of cut lettuce, tomatoes, tofu, and kim chi. Kahlua pig Q was just like how it sounds. Had the chocolate fettucine..not bad...it is like it sounds...chocolate fettucine noodles in tasty sauce...maybe I was too full from the other food to really appreciate. There other desserts looked really interesting and creative...will try something different the next time. Service was excellent...our waitress was peppy and nice and gave us constant attention. And, the ocean/beach view was spectacular. Parking in bldg is free w/ validation for up to 3 hours. Love that it's conveniently at the edge of Waikiki...went thru Kapahulu to get there.
(4)
Bob G.

Food was amazing and our server Tom was very,very nice. We had the Jamaican Jerk Chicken Wrap with Rasta sauce. AMAZING!! The location of the restaurant is also great. Right off a hotel, it's a level up from the ground so people aren't constantly walking past. It also has a truly relaxing view of the ocean. Definitely recommended!
(5)
Julianne T.

First, they got our reservation wrong and gave us a table for 4 rather than 5 people. Second, they messed up and our server had no idea she was supposed to serve our table - it took over 20 minutes to get a server to take our orders. The food was find - nothing memorable in a good or a bad way.
(3)
Annie C.

LOVE this spot in Waikiki for live tunes (check out Tahiti Rey) & awesome entertainment as well as service from Tomas & crew! See you guys next time :-)
(5)
Val B.

Tiki's Bar and Grill offers a retro style South Pacific theme. It's a great place for large groups of people or an intimate dinner. There's live entertainment and nice ambiance with the tiki torches lit. Its prime location across the street from Waikiki Beach and the surrounding hotels and shops make it very appealing for visitors and locals alike. Validated and valet parking are available at the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel where the restaurant is located on second level. The restaurant is located on the second level and boasts a large lanai (balcony) with beach views. They offer four private party rooms, and the Coconut Club on the 21st floor that offers more privacy to view the beach and Fireworks on Friday evenings. Great fun could be had at this place and you may run into someone famous.
(4)
E F.

Best drinks in the city, Maitai's are amazing. Even better if you get them at happy hour. You will get buzzed very quickly from any of their tropical drinks Food was pretty good, but a limited menu for me since I don't eat seafood. Went there 6 or 7 times in the week I was in Hawaii. Will be back soon as I can, my rating is more for the drinks than the food, but worth the trip!
(4)
Darrel C.

Great food, drinks and music. Ask for Adam at the bar!!!
(5)
Alan K.

Fast, friendly service. Some nice dishes. Food was hot and good quality. But not stupendous. Not cheap but not pricey. Live entertainment. Fun. Just not the best.
(3)
Darrell A.

Fun place with nice Waikiki beach view on the second floor of Aston hotel. Good solid Fish & Chips made with Panko and served with key lime tartar sauce
(3)
Gabriel L.

Anytime I get the opportunity to visit the beautiful island of Oahu my experience is never complete without a stop at Tiki's Grill & Bar. Perfect spot to watch the sunset and great late night entertainment. Be sure to ask for Tomas at the bar, he makes THE BEST cocktails and gives great recommendations on what to do/places to see on the island. If you want to feel like a local and enjoy great atmosphere, a visit to Tiki's Grill & Bar is a must!
(5)
Daniel M.

I'm an LA native and Hawaii is like a second home to me. My girlfriend and I are big foodies and love going to restaurants. Tiki's by far has the best service out of any restaurant I have gone to in LA and Hawaii. There are 2 servers I have to give shout outs to, Christian and Kaitlyn! They are beyond excellent! Both were extremely knowledgable, incredibly nice, and made us feel as if we were coming to see friends and not just some random server. These guys, in my opinion, are the top 2 servers and make that restaurant a place that I would want to keep coming back to. Excellent food, excellent service, live music on the weekends, and great happy hour specials... You guys are doing everything right!!! My girlfriend and I are here for 2 weeks and will be coming back again, and again...and again!
(5)
Joe B.

the food was delicious but omg the service is incredible. we went here twice and both times they were so incredibly helpful. The suggested items on the menu and even took their time with us - came by only when needed. the view is also great at night since on the patio portion you see the ocean. i had the tuna and it was delicious - this is a great place to have dinner and the prices are very reasonable for the quality of food.
(5)
Katt S.

Not great, but not bad either. A bit over-priced for the quality of food, but many seafood options. If you are looking for something decent and close to your hotel (like we were), it fits the bill, but don't go out of your way to make it here.
(3)
Samantha B.

I came here with my boyfriend while on vacation, and everything was great! The food and service! Our waiter was Conner and he took such good care of us! It's was a very busy night when we came in but we still had excellent service! I would recommend this place while you're here on vaca! Good spot!
(5)
Alli L.

Landed in Honolulu hungry and tired, ended up at Tiki's for a bite. Our server CJ was just what we needed! He did a fantastic job and the Ahi poke is to die for! Try it you'll love the place!
(5)
Mary G.

The patio overlooking Waikiki Beach is amazing and definitely feels like paradise! One thing I didn't like is that drink specials don't start until 2PM, which is a problem if you're wanting a drink with your lunch. The regular drink prices are kinda pricey. I had the mixed plate, which was good. For the most part, the menu isn't that interesting. Maybe I'll go back again just to sit on the amazing patio!
(3)
Rich D.

Great place, great atmosphere. Right on Waikiki Beach with great views of the ocean. The food is reasonably priced, and my meal was great. My bartender, Tomas, made me feel right at home!!! Live music was entertaining as well. I would recommend Tiki's to anybody visiting Hawaii.
(5)
Johnny G.

This was the first place we went to after arriving at our hotel. It's built into the Aston Waikiki right off the pool area. Nice Hawaiian vibe. Good view of the beach as long as you don't ger seated behind one of the trees... Ordered a Mai Tai right out of the gate. It was all right, little light on the booze, and more syrup than not. The fish tacos were very good. Hit the spot after flying on United Airlines WITH NO FOOD SERVICES for 5 1/2 hrs. It's a nice spot to carb out for sure! BUT it's VERY loud at night, so make sure that's your thing if you go after sunset!!
(3)
Ness R.

This place was TDF! great food. Great service.
(5)
Leana L.

Awesome time at tiki, especially with Tomas the bartender, great crowd, great drinks, great food.
(5)
Stella L.

On our vacation this July we stopped at tikis grill & bar for a drink & we had the pleasure of meeting the most personable bartender, Tomas .... he made the evening enjoyable .... the atmosphere was awesome .. a must stop while on the island for sure... aloha
(5)
Ashley C.

Finding this joint can be a bit adventurous. We happened to stroll along the main strip of Waikiki when we noticed the tiki torches perched atop a building. We decided to go there the next day to watch a football game. We came back the next day; maneuvering through people, drive ways, elevators, etc. and came to this open space of a bar. There's an indoor and outdoor bar; overlooking the Waikiki beach area. Of course, not to be out done by the swimming pool next to it. Our waitress was extra friendly and nice. At the end, we knew things about her we didn't care to know, but after an hour, we had to leave it was too much. I'm here for a vacation, not to play therapist. Ordered a pasta plate, which would have been more enjoyable if I didn't taste the abundance of vodka in my drinks. It's really me, and not the food. It didn't sit well and ultimately, I couldn't finish my drinks or the food; which was okay by me.
(3)
Melody R.

Don't miss Tikis while you are in Honolulu!! Service is awesome, food is delicious! Best Prime Rib my husband has ever had. Great music! The view of the beach is wonderful ! I would highly recommend the 1944 Mai Tai! We ate here almost everyday for lunch, and several nights for dinner. It was that good!
(5)
Tyler D.

Okay. You can take my review with a grain of salt because I'm not able to drink anymore due to my sinuses being whacky and when I drink they get super stuffed up, but I went to Tikis for the first time the other night. I have to say I was impressed with the talent at that spot. I don't know if it was just the night I went, but there were good looking ladies a plenty. I had a club soda, chatted with some friends, and listened to the live band. The band was pretty awesome. The vibe there is pretty chill and I like that it is outdoors. I saw people drinking pina coladas out of coconuts, and I wished I could join in. If I drank like I used to, I'd definitely come back here again. If I was still single, I'd come back often...
(5)
Maude L.

Okay, so I don't know if they've changed their menu or what, but the food was so much better the last time we went. The lettuce wraps were pretty amazing, and they had steamed vegetables with the kids meal (real vegetables on a kids menu almost NEVER happens). The crab po boy was also tasty, but wow, that's a whole fried crab in there, claws and all. I don't know what I was expecting, but it's always weird to me when I can see the whole of the animal (like a luau pig or fish with the head on). I suppose I have vegetarian sensibilities and a meat-loving palate.
(4)
Alexandrea K.

Have been to Tiki's many times since moving here a Month ago and everytime its my and my friends go to place if its late or otherwise. Food and Drinks are very good but coming from a Bartending and serving background in South Beach and Las Vegas the service and the personnel are excellent. On the 15th our server Mike Poe was pulling the hardest detail for any server, being short handed, and having to wait on the high-tops plus make two tables that had parties over 12 people feel like they were not only being served well but making them feel welcome. He did this plus even found a few seconds to smile and make everyone under his watch feel welcome and taken care of as he did for us. I usually dont bother to write reviews because in the Cyberspace age there is so much drek that gets written because of someone wanting to shill for something. BUT the service and dining at Tiki's and especially the service of Mike were really "par excellence". MY SUGGESTIONS Skip right to the 44 Mai TAI(I didnt even like Mai Tais before this i am a Jameson and Coke girl or a Belvedere Filthy Martini or Hendricks and Soda) and get the Crab Appetizer if your not watching the carbs. For an Entree Dig on the T-Bone, the Traditional Plate (feeds like a small family but the Taro potatoes are yummy) or the Filet(which being partly from TEXAS they actually understand what medium RARE is) Cheers and now I know when I am wearing my Tiki's blouse around the Island everyones faces lights up when they think I work at Tiki's. A for the Atmosphere and A for the service and people. Thanks Mr. Poe like the Writer or the Singer. Ashley K. :-)
(5)
Paul M.

At the last minute, we decided on Tiki's for dinner.... We didn't expect the food to be soo good ! before we left , i had a drink at the bar , The bartender was cool and knew some people from my home town ( small world ). He also helped us plan a few more things to do during our trip. He was Great !!.....I think his name was Thomas..Our servers name was Tanee, or Tanay, but She was Great too !!...Over all , We loved the food and the atmosphere was cool.( we loved the live music too )..
(5)
Sid S.

I really enjoy coming out here for the open mic nights. The food and drinks are all pretty good, and the staff is always friendly I don't really remember what I usually get - I mostly come here for the music and people, and being able to watch the sunset over waikiki beach from the patio is awesome =) They also host private events, I've been here for private parties a few times. I don't know if the food was catered from Tiki's or from another part of the hotel, but I remember it was good!
(5)
Nazia S.

this place was beyond awesome! towards the end of my trip in hawaii i was pretty convinced hawaii had HORRIBLE food. could not find a decent spot anywhere, even hotel restaurants sucked! came across this place on waikiki blvd and it was the best food i had on the whole trip! service was great too! if i ever go back to hawaii i will for sure come back to this place. not to mention they had an amazing view of the ocean while you eat
(5)
Aaron K.

Food: 4.5/5 Drinks: 4/5 Price: 3.5/5 Service: 4/5 Organization: 4/5 Layout: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Only been to this Grill & Bar once for a friend's going away dinner and I am definitely interested in going back. I'll start off with the service and organization, layout and atmosphere, and then end with the food, drinks, and price since that's what everyone is interested in anyways. Haha. The service was decent. My friends and I sat at the bar and were attended to in a timely fashion. The bartender did forget a few of our drinks once or twice but for the amount of drinks and food orders he had to pump out, I am very happy with the service that was received since he had to multitask so much on his feed. The organization and flow of the bar was great too. The servers didn't mind starting a conversation with you randomly while keeping busy and everyone was always moving around to finish a job or two. The atmosphere was great! Loved the local band that was playing and sitting out on the patio eating and drinking just made the night even better. There were a lot of tables both inside and out and from the bar we could see the food and drinks being pumped out like a fine tuned machine. Now, onto the food and drinks!!! Most of us started the night with a Fruit Margarita ($7.00). They use actual fruit puree and blended it perfectly so there were no ice chunks. I have to say that the drink was not strong enough but that's my personal opinion (Haha). The Sky Vodka shots that he mixed were superb and chilled! On Tuesdays they have $3.00 Cruzan Rum, Sauza Tequila, Sky Vodka, and Longboard Lager. We had a few shots of vodka each and those did not disappoint! If you just want some food to munch on, they offer $3.00 fries which aren't the skimpy little ones that are offered at McDonalds or Burger King but the actual steak fries that should come with a burger! It was a decent portion that fills. Tuesday was also $2.00 Tacos but only while supplies lasted. Sadly, we didn't get there before the supplies ran out. I did try a portion of the Sweet Guava Glazed Baby Back Ribs ($9.00) and those were delicious. They weren't the softest, melt-in-your-mouth baby back ribs that I have had but they came a close second. Best part is that Mondays after 4 PM is all you can eat! So best believe I shall be visiting on a Monday to stuff my face! My friends ordered the Calamari Katsu ($15.00) and that was also delicious! It's a calamari steak (not the small tentacles) that is crusted in panko and served with capers in a lemongrass butter sauce and topped with a spicy blue crab and bay shrimp salsa. There isn't too much salsa to smother it but just enough to really bring out the flavor. Definitely a must-try! The pricing for the rest of the food is a bit pricey but I believe worth it if you wanna treat yourself. Otherwise take advantage of the specials they're having! Overall, I shall return to relax with my friends in the future!
(4)
Carlos M.

Went to tikis had a great time, good food and really good music. The bartender tomas makes a mean drink and was very entertaining ended up hanging out longer than we had anticipated. It turned out to be one of our best nights in Waikiki!!
(5)
Keone K.

My experience here has been a treat !!!!!! Got to spend my time with a guy named Tomas who makes the best 1944 maitais on the planet .... Also had the opportunity to have some deep fried prawns which were also just as good as the the maitais ..... Music was also a treat considering its hard to find any live music in Waikiki !!!!! Once again it's been a treat to have the to hang with good people !!!!
(5)
George T.

I made it back to TIKI's to give it another try. I must say the food and service was outstanding. 2nd to none. We tried fish this go around and I had" grilled hawaiian Opah" over wok fired Maui pineapple & smoked bacon fried rice. Excellent!!! My wife had the "miso butterfish". At first she wanted to trade with me but with every bite she fell more and more in love with that dish!!!! This fish has to go right up there with NICO's fish. we enjoy Nico's on every visit. The service this go around was superb and no drink glass or bread basket went unfilled. The server was friendly and engaging but not over board. I send my compliments to the GM "poncho" and the kitchen as well. They made my daughters birthday a special one. The chocolate cake topped with chocolate covered strawberries was very good. My daughter went right for the strawberries.... I highly recommend TIKI's and don't forget they have excellent steaks as well if seafood is not your thing.
(5)
Sara B.

Came in for a quick dinner on a Thursday night. I had an ahi salad, which was excellent, and my boyfriend had the coconut shrimp appetizer, which he seemed to like. There was a nice cover band, but the restaurant seemed pretty empty. I was surprised, because the location is fantastic and the view is gorgeous. This is a great place for a quick casual dinner, but probably wouldn't go here for anything special.
(4)
Tawny P.

This is an awesome place! it over looks the beach and you get a great sundet view!! the food is good and the drinks the price is reasonable totally reccomend it! And they have awesome live bands that play great music!!
(5)
COURTNEY K.

What's not to like??? It's got a great ocean view. They play live music. They have a full bar. The food is good.
(5)
Dining Club Organizer B.

I was here multiple times during my week's stay in November 2008. The dinner I had was fantastic - lobster pasta. Fair price, perfectly prepared pasta, ice-cold beer and a good selection of wine. Great, friendly service, promptness of food coming out of the kitchen, always live music, prices are a value compared to most other places on Waikiki Beach. Cheerful, lively atmosphere with the lit tikis around the perimeter (hence the name) and a wonderful 2nd story view of Waikiki Beach and the sunset. It is at the end of Waikiki so it is slightly less bustling than the hotel restaurants on the beach side of the street. This place became home away from home for me. You have to try the Poke!
(5)
Shasha C.

oh Tiki, i've been here before and always had great food and service. tonight we came and the wait was 45 mins so we opted for the bar. not a bad idea, but not a totally great tiki experience. the lounge singers was the best part. kudos whoever picks them. they had me singing along in my empty stomach. not much to say about our bar food. the pina colada was decent. the fish n chips were good. the prime rib poke was good. good as in meets expectations. i wouldn't say we had a great meal here. but i would still come back. this place is fun.
(3)
Dan L.

Stopped in for drinks and music, found a seat in the bar, waitress found us. Cant get much better huh?
(5)
Peggy C.

I was pleasantly surprised that what I expected to be a tourist trap was actually pretty decent. Well, on our first visit anyway. It recommended by the hotel concierge where I was staying--the Waikiki Beach Marriot Resort and Spa--because there weren't many restaurants nearby open for service at that hour (between lunch and dinner). For our first visit, I had the seared ahi (tuna) salad, which was probably one of the most beautiful culinary creations I've ever seen. The colors of the romaine lettuce, mixed greens, thinly sliced snow peas, tomatoes, yellow (and I think red) bell peppers, chunks of purple Okinawan sweet potatoes, and a halved boiled egg come together really well with the sesame vinaigrette (Japanese-style dressing). At first, when you start eating it, the flavors seem kind of disparate, like an armful of pretty models in a room who don't like each other very much. But when you toss the various ingredients together, letting the dressing meld the flavors together, it really starts to make gastronomic sense. My boyfriend had the crab cake loco moco, which he thought was too heavy but which I really liked. I mean, you can't go wrong with eggs, sticky rice and gravy. I'm a purist when it comes to crab cake and don't like it when there are too many sauces or elements to take away from the flavor and texture of crab meat, so to me, it could have been a lump of ground beef or some other animal protein. For our second visit, we wanted to eat something healthy, so we got the fruit bowl in a carved-out pineapple half. Ironically, there wasn't actually many pieces of pineapple in it, just the boring old combination of honeydew and cantaloupe served at every salad bar, with a few tiny pieces of watermelon. In fact, there were more watermelon seeds than there were actual fruit. Topped with plain white yogurt (very sour), toasted coconut and toasted macadamia nuts, with brown sugar on the side. My bf and I both thought that the it would have tasted a lot better if the yogurt were mixed with honey or if honey were available, and there were more nuts and more interesting fruit. We dug into the pineapple "bowl" and scooped out little hunks of the fruit. The kitchen staff could've done a better job of carving up the fruit. Either leave more in the bowl so people can carve into it, or carve into it more deeply and put the chunks in the bowl. I also got fish tacos. I forgot what kind of fish it was...maybe mahi mahi? The fish was overcooked, dry, and despite the lack of the usual white sauce that usually dresses fish tacos, the taro tortilla, which tasted, sadly, like a plain flour tortilla, was soaked by the time I was near the end of the taco, and all this "juice" came out. It might have been partly the sauce and/or grease used to cook the fish. As for flavor, the fish had a nice Cajun blend of spices, but the fact that it was overcooked kind of ruined it for me. The fish tacos here just can't compare to ones you'd get at California Fish Grill, a chain in (where else?) Cali. The accompanying fries were surprisingly good, though. Crispy, like they should be but often are not. My bf got a chunky monkey, which is an ice cream shake or smoothie, with chocolate and peanut butter sauce on the sides of the glass. He thought it was bland and didn't have enough flavor, but I thought it was fine. Too much peanut butter can stick to your throat for a really uncomfortable feeling. If you've ever had the PB ice cream at Cold Stone, you'll know what I mean. 3 stars. If we had gotten better food on the second visit, I would've given it 4 stars.
(3)
Kay J.

I've been to tiki's a couple of times and every time I go I always ask myself the same question, "why did I wait so long to come back??" My wife and I decided to stop by for a couple of drinks after enjoying the Sun and I have to say our Bartender "Jayme" was awesome. She was very friendly, attentive and polite. I have to give it to this bar, they've mastered the Tiki bar experience 5 stars..... Just for the simple things that mean the most...Cya soon Tiki's
(5)
Nina C.

The ahi tuna tartar was amazing, we ordered it twice. The ahi tuna poke was also super delicious! My friends also enjoyed the drinks that they ordered. The only only downside to this place is that there are SO many people...It's pretty loud and packed at night.
(4)
Susan V.

Eh...so so. Its a really nice place in that its convenient and it opens late. Live performances and relaxing ambiance. Food wasnt memorable. Good back up place if you run outta things to do.
(3)
Mia C.

Surprisingly good. If you like seafood, the fish here is awesome... I expected a Waikiki tourist trap & found an enormous fun atmosphere with very beautiful menu, delicious food, and good presentation.
(5)
Shelly i.

Tiki's must not see a lot of local business because they always ask where I'm from and are really happy when I tell them I'm local. Of course, this doesn't mean they're hurting for business. Tiki's is always packed with tourists. Stereotypically, you would expect that food and drink would suffer because they don't need to be concerned with repeat business but I've been pretty happy with the stuff I've ordered. I usually sit on the bar side and the menu is different from the restaurant. I've had the corn fritters (no longer on the menu), fish and chips, ribs, chicken wings, burger... you get the idea. They also have a poke dish that my friend ordered once that was mostly onions and rice. So, mostly the menu is bar food and it's yummy in the salty, my cholesterol is gonna go up 50 points kind of way. But the drinks in the "new classics" section are awesome. I had a Pisco Sour and a 1944 Mai Tai, and a Old Fashioned here that blew away any variation I've had to date. The only issue is that they charged me $12 for the mai tai when it's listed on the menu as $9. I didn't catch that until my most recent trip. Honestly though, I'll probably still go there. The live music is good (Vahi on Fridays), the valet parking at the hotel is free for three hours, and they have Waialua Ale and Primo on tap. And last but not least, all you can eat ribs on Mondays!!! I think that was $19.
(3)
John D.

Good place if you are in the neighborhood.
(4)
Anne H.

I had ahi poke and calamari steak. Ahi poke was a bit too salty but ahi was very fresh. Calamari was okay - I read that the sauce was amazing on someone's Yelp but it was kinda bland and it was nothing special unfortunately. I got seated on the balcony overlooking Waikiki beach which was very nice and the server (I wish if I remember her name) was very nice and friendly that make me give this place a 4-star.
(4)
Lisa R.

If you've just arrived to Hawaii and are looking for your first cocktail and nibbles after checking into your hotel, this place will get you in the mood for your tropical vacation. It has a good view, a tiki theme (with torches), a number of fruity mixed drinks and the usual tropical appetizers. Be prepared to get drunk on happy hour cocktails, watch the sun go down, and slowly ease into a life of leisure. After having such a good time, you may be tempted to come back everyday to relive that first experience of boozy freedom. DON'T On the mainland you can wallow in your comfort zone of comfort food (the monthly family dinner at Olive Garden is just so NICE!). But snap out of it, you are now in Paradise. On the same island where they filmed "LOST". You have to explore and try something new. (Yes, even if it come in a white box with a darma logo.) At first you'll think Tiki's mai tai is the best you've ever had, but trust me, there is a better mai tai out there, and it is waiting for you....and it will also have a slice of pineapple a little umbrella. Take the adventure, my friend.
(3)
Kim S.

Location. Location. Location. This place is all about the real estate. If you're looking for a place to watch the Waikiki sunset, head up to the second floor and ask for a seat by the balcony. With a $6.95 Kid's menu, it's an affordable option for mom and dad to have a drink and watch the sunset while the kids eat kid-friendly foods. Of all of the meals we ate in Waikiki, this was the worst. Although our server was friendly and helpful, the food was average and forgettable. While tolerable for a 9 year old, I personally prefer Duke's which has better food, drinks and desserts. Editor's Note: After posting this review, I was contacted by Bill Tobin, of Tiki's. He noted that the restaurant has recently changed its menu, and has hired Chef Ronnie Natsui. Ronnie was formerly the Executive Chef at Roy's (which is amazing) for 10 years. In hiring Ronnie, they have rolled out changes to the menu, and are improving its quality. I add this note to say that I am a firm believer that restaurants are run by people--and sometimes some days are better than others. If you go, and have a bad experience--let the people serving you and their management know so they can make it right. Kudos to Bill for sending a note to acknowledge and explain the restaurants changes--and being committed to customer service. I would for sure eat there again, knowing what I know now.
(2)
Kitty C.

I've eaten at Tiki's a dozen times. Food is as good as it gets, in a touristy area, with excellent chef and servers.
(5)
Dustin G.

Amazing place. The bartender Thomas was on point with all of his suggestions and his drinks were off the charts. Best pour in Honolulu
(5)
kini m.

We came here to cheer our giants on!! The team here r so warm n welcoming! Our bartender todd aka toddzilla is awesome!! Super cool personality! Remembers our names n makes our drinks extra special ! The works blood Mary's r amazing! The open air bar w the breath taking view is also a plus!
(5)
Jason B.

Tomas.. biggest dick in hawaii!! He made good recommendations, and was very helpful in letting us know what places to visit on the island. What an asshole.. this bar I'd great, love the live music and ocean breeze.. cheers
(5)
eric l.

For years I thought the place was just a tourist trap and dive, but on this trip I discovered the food and drinks were quite good! I'd definitely go back!
(4)
Bonnie S.

Tikis has some of the best food on the island ! We love going there.
(5)
Maryam H.

Coconut shrimp amazing!
(3)
Richard R.

Great service and laughs with Tomas. Will definitely be back!
(5)
Brian Y.

3.5 Best part about this place I think is the hours of operation. Open late! Not exactly the most inexpensive place, but I guess when you're on vacation you have to pay more huh? Everything was yup, 3 star to 4 star worthy, but nothing crazy awesome. Got tropical drinks here from the bar with some good friends another time and they were tasty so props for that.
(3)
Kat R.

We had Tiki's on our way back to our hotel from a day of hikes, swimming and surfing. We were on our honeymoon and it was only about 3 or 4 in the afternoon but we were hungry! It was on the way and we wanted to enjoy the ocean view without being in the sun for a little while. My husband suggested we go up for drinks. So, we went up ordered a couple of Mai Tai's (he hardely ever drinks, but, ya know "when in rome") and they were super yummy. After we ordered our first round we decided to look at the food menu after all. We each ordered a poke salad and it was sooo yummy. We are both huge seafood fans and thought this place looked too much like a chain and not to expect much but we got it all that afternoon. A good spot to view the ocean, a great server (I dont remember his name as this was in October) who didnt bug us but was totally on top of it, wonderful food and no one tried to rush us out to leave once we finished eating. Overall a great experience!!
(5)
Dana T.

I love coming to Tiki's at sunset. There is usually some good music playing, good food and drinks, and wonderful customer service. I an a teacher and my school class visits Tiki's every Christmas for a special luncheon. The management and staff are great and our families and kids LOVE the experience. We bring a large group (60 kids plus parents) and the lunch goes smoothly every year. The staff are friendly and the service is so quick...no one has to wait long for their lunch! Love this place!
(4)
Jodi B.

My husband and I just returned from Waikiki Beach and had drinks and food at the bar. The atmosphere was great with wonderful views. The music was good and the drinks were even better! Toma's was an awesome bartender and very entertaining. Would definitely come back!!
(5)
Forest F.

Was down in Waikiki for the 4th of July parade and Sunset on the beach. Decided to have a few drinks and pupu's at Tiki's. I hadn't eaten here in a long time, and wo has this place gone down hill. We ordered the Kalua pig nachos. It came out with that nasty canned cheese. There should be a disclaimer on the menu if you're going to serve canned cheese. Seriously, that stuff is disgusting. The Kalua pig was almost has bad. It was flavorless and looked like it had been sitting out. The sour cream was runny too. The whole plate was a fail. Next we ordered the ahi poke. How do you go wrong with that? Well the fish tasted and smelled old. Plus, for $12 we got the smallest portion of poke on the island. It was served in this huge bowl, maybe we're paying for the bowl? 2 stars for the bartenders working hard and the view. If you want to eat, head to Lulu's the food is much better with the same view.
(2)
Ashley L.

Fun atmosphere and the service was very nice. Food is good, not great, but good.
(3)
Kosmo Z.

I ordered the soft shell crab burger and ahi tuna from the appetizer. I thought it was mediocre, but the drinks I got looked pretty cool. It had dry ice in it, so it looked a lot like a volcano.
(3)
Vern H.

Tiki's is a great place to hang out, have a few drinks and dine. Matrix at the bar is a magician when it comes to putting out the libations and keeping his customers entertained. Quite the bartender and host. Ate there twice,(drank there every day!)both times it was excellent! Ahi poke salad and the beef gyoza are out of this world. Entertainment was good and fun to listen to, very entertaining. Great time had by all! Vern
(5)
Aubrey W.

Went to Tiki's with some friends and stayed longer than we were supposed to because the bartender, Tomas was awesome. This will be out new spot. Must try the ribs...
(5)
Rachel V.

Oh man! I was going to submit this review back in July when I returned from my vacation, but life got in the way. Better late than never though. We were staying at the Aston Waikiki Beach hotel, and I was planning on avoiding Tiki's because usually hotel restaurants underwhelm me. BUT...I was pleasantly surprised by the awesome food, excellent service (thanks Hula...our lovely waitress), and great drinks. We stopped in for lunch and my nephew ordered the Moco Loco (which I ended up diving into), and I ordered the Nalo Shiso Seared Tofu Salad. Both meals were absolutely delicious. We ended up coming back for dinner and of course I can't remember everything we ate because I waited too long to write this review, but whatever it was...it was great! Did I mention how nice the service was? Give Hula a raise! She was the best!
(4)
Jayson D.

This review brought to you by the "Change the Cheese 2012" campaign... My review is the classic case of "you never get a second chance to make a first impression." I'd lived in Waikiki far too long not to have been to Tiki's yet. So one day I made it my goal. Atmosphere is exactly what you'd expect for "eating and sipping a mai tai on the ocean in Hawaii." Live music happens regularly, and it's decent. Usually just a solo singer-guitar player performing Hawaiian standards and cover tunes. But I always have fun listening. The reason my review tops out at three stars is because the food I ordered was awful. Not awful as in spoiled, but awful as in chintzy and tacky. I ordered my typical go-to whenever I'm trying out a new bar and grill: nachos. I feel that comparing establishments' nachos gives me a somewhat uniform metric on which to base judgments of the establishments. These nachos--in a word--sucked. What really put me off was that they didn't even bother to use real cheese! It was that soupy, gloopy, Velveeta-ripoff slop you get out of a gallon-sized can at Costco. That really soured an otherwise cool island vibe I was riding during my visit. If anyone from Tiki's reads this: ADJUST YOUR NACHOS RECIPE TO FEATURE REAL SHREDDED/MELTED CHEESE. That Cheez Whiz crap comes off way too much as high school carnival. It's like serving filet mignon in McDonald's styrofoam. Don't kill your most classic bar fare by drowning it in a sea of artificially processed cheese-type product! The rest of the place is touristy as you'd expect, but it's also fun. I was just so put off by the fake cheese that I let it shade my whole encounter with Tiki's. I may give their food another shot (something other than nachos) because I do believe everyone deserves a second chance. But this review nonetheless goes on record so that all are warned and that Tiki's is advised that their nachos come across as a phoned-in afterthought compared to (1) other establishments' nachos, and (2) the otherwise cool island vibe they set up.
(3)
Ingrid P.

Since this place was connected to our hotel it was our place for afternoon cocktails and late night cocktails. We ate here a couple of times and the food was just ok. The nightly entertainment was fun too. The is a great place to grab a drink! The staff if very friendly and helpful!
(3)
Gin Y.

The view alone of Waikiki beach from this restaurant would already make 5 stars. But, the food and drinks were quite pricey. Items I did enjoy from their menu were the kahlua pig nachos, pina colada, mai tai, and the grand tiki burger. We ate from their lanai menu, so the prices weren't quite as steep. But, venture inside the restaurant, and you'll be paying a hefty amount. Although the menu inside is different and more seafood based. Great hangout spot to eat, listen to music (go on open mic nite - that's fun), and enjoy the view! =]
(4)
Hashim A.

So I decided to give Tiki's a second try. Boy am I glad I did. The prime rib poke was excellent again. This time the other dishes were good as well. We also tried the crab cake loco moco and the coconut shrimp, as well as the house salad. All were excellent. The service also was excellent and our server Leslie was very friendly. Tiki's was the first place I went to eat at on my second trip to Waikiki. I'll definitely be coming back here again.
(4)
Liza R.

Came here twice on our trip. First time was for lunch and the view is awesome. However, they seem to play some games as to which tables you can sit at and want to seat you in certain areas with little rhyme or reason. We came here and there were clearly open tables around, but had a ten minute wait anyways, strange. The food made up for it though. My hubby and I split the burger on the taro bun and the fish sandwich. Both were so good we decided to come back. Our daughter's kids meal was great too-and came with a frisbee. Second time we had the Mix Plate and the fish tacos. The fish tacos were not that great, but the mix plate was super good-and so much food. You could probably split it if you weren't super hungry or ordered an app. They validate parking up to three hours. Ask for a table around the edge or in the shade if the sun is super hot (late afternoon). Oh, and they have happy hour from 2-5 everyday. I don't think they have any food on happy hour prices, but beers are 2.50.
(4)
Larry L.

Food was good enough but not at $30 an entree, and that was just a chicken plate. Good location, I think most eat in the bar and enjoy the drinks and entertainment. Limited menu .
(3)
Noeru N.

My bestie and I decided to jump start our day with some drinky and a nibble. We both had a bloody mary -- it was so-so. Maybe I'm spoiled when it comes to bloody mary's as I love when bartenders make them from scratch... this one just tasted like tomato juice no spice no kick no nothing, just kinda bland. We also had mojito's, this drink was much better, yum yum minty goodness. The portabello sandwich was a semi disappointment, not much flavor, same with the hommos dip it came with. Gorgeous view. Fun atmosphere. Thats about it.
(2)
Neil C.

Great place!!! My gf and I went for the bar and the thing about us is that if they have great bartenders, then it's a great place for me and Thomas was our bartender and he was great! Talking about surfing and sandys beach. He was giving us other places to go and how the surf was at different beaches like makapuu. Great place for good drinks and convos!!!
(5)
Alyssa L.

Thank you Thomas for your great service and drink recommendation! We had a great time will definitely recommend to our friends Tikis!
(5)
Jennifer S.

Customer service is OUTSTANDING! Drinks are hella good and STRONG, so be careful :) Food is bomb too... Place is located at the end of Waikiki beach. I'm a fan and it's on the list whenever I visit Oahu.
(5)
Joe I.

Hosted an event here for a professional group I work with. I didn't do the reservation or the planning, but the person who did said that they were excellent to work with and very accommodating. On site their staff were great - very helpful, polite and responsive. The event went really well, and on budget. Highly recommend.
(4)
Olivia D.

I've been to Tiki's a couple of times for dinner and once for lunch and actually like their food. The service leaves a lot to be desired, but I don't expect much in Waikiki anyway. Lunch was nice because the view of Waikiki Beach was fantastic. It would have been nice at dinner to get a table with a view of the sunset, but oh well. I like their coconut shrimp, garlic shoyu edamame, the wedge salad, kalua pig quesadilla, BBQ kalua pig pizza, kalua pig nachos (do you see a trend here?), and beef skewers for appetizers. For dinner, I always have the guave glazed ribs. I love, love, love ribs and their ribs are really good. Don't skip dessert here! I especially love the fresh fruit cobbler; if it's mango, that's even better! Their original executive chef was Fred DeAngelo, who created the menu. He went straight over from being executive chef at Palomino's, so a lot of the menu items are very similar to what you would find at Palomino's/Ryan's/Kincaid's, etc. He wasn't very original. So if you like the food from Restaurants Unlimited, you'll like the food at Tiki's.
(3)
Patrick G.

Ok...this review is just for the bar and the bar staff. During our week in Waikiki, I think we went to the Tiki four times to get hammered-drunk! Each time progressively got better. Day one: Just a couple cocktails at the bar and a "quesadilla". No music Day two: Watched a sunset, saw fireworks, listened to music, met bar staff Alex (aka Sven) and Darcie (aka Christine)...long story about the names but you'll recognize "Sven" as soon as you see him. He was cruising the bar area with a perma-grin, giving me a flower to give my date and then giving her slices of fresh pineapple. Day three: Watched a sunset, listened to music, met bar staff Julie aka Jersey. We watched her almost lose her mind at stupid tourists who have never been in the service industry, as they started pushing a bunch of table together from different sections. It was quite entertaining...and she was really cute. Day four: It was our last day there and we were ready to go home. Napping until the maid came to get us out of our room. I look to my companion and asked her if she wanted to get hammered-drunk. She said hell yeah! On to Tiki in the afternoon. Bartender Eddie was by himself behind the bar...killing it. Then came the red-headed guy who was really nice, but I forgot his name. Tomas came on next and we were trashed. Sven showed up and gave my date a Tiki frisbee. We, in-turn, made all of the staff sign it. We got really rowdy. We got over-served. We didn't get kicked out. But the Tuesday afternoon band was AWESOME, and they were giving out free beers to everyone that walked in. Tiki was very aloha.
(5)
Allen R.

Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff. Great for young crowd or those with children. Menu was average, food was good.
(4)
Jeremy B.

I read one review that stated that Tiki's was Hawaii's Applebees. Not being a fan of Applebees, I was surprised at the service, quality and live entertainment at Tiki's Bar and Grill. Good local beer selection and prime location 2 floors above Waikiki beach. We went at sunset and if you get a table overlooking the beach you'll get a nice view of it, if not partially obstructed by the tall palm trees. They light their namesake tiki torches at sundown, which provide romantic ambient lighting. Good for couples, happy hour specials from 3-5pm.
(4)
John L.

We stayed on the strip in honolulu and I asked where I could get some local Hawaiian food and my hotel told me to go here. Overall, food was good but it wasn't as authentic as I would have liked 1) price- pretty fair. It was around $25 per entree. 2) quality- very impressed with the tastiness of the food. We had a blue crab cheese dip, scallops over a papaya citrus sauce and a braised beef dish. All were very good. I had low expectations, but this place reversed them. 3) quantity- honestly, pretty good amount of food for the price you pay. Probably around 2-3 lbs per entree. 4) Atmosphere- this was probably my biggest gripe. The decor is a bit cheesey and tacky. They also have live music, which is nice. I thought it was going to be native hawaiian music, but instead it was a hawaiian guy playing current music (reversed). 5) Staff- Staff was very nice and we were seated quickly. They are use to tourists so they do a good job of being nice to them. Good food, but next time I might get it to go. If decor isn't a big thing to you, go check it out.
(3)
Ed S.

Pretty good. Very pricey ,but you're paying for the great view too. Food is good, but not great.
(3)
Joey H.

My favorite place we ate in Oahu! kahula pork nachos were great and the view is stunning, not to mention the great live cover band while we were there!
(5)
Frank V.

A little confusing to get to once in the hotel sine you need to take a specific elevator, but once you're there. WOW, what a view! If you sit out on the terrace, you have a birds eye view of Waikiki beach. We went for dinner, had a table outside with a great view. Nights are very pleasant so no jacket or long pants required. Come in shorts and flip flops! The food was very delish. I had the shrimp and seared scallops over risotto. My daughter had the seafood pasta. We came away very pleased, to say the least! I had a couple of the tropical itch cocktails to put me in a nice state to hit the sack. Fruity, yes, but this was family time and I'd had enough beers during the day already. Overall, a wonderful experience. Wait staff was up to par and very friendly. Prices were reasonable. The view is worth the price of admission! I think I'd come here over Dukes any day.
(4)
Ryza M.

View was fantastic. Boyfriend and I were seated @ the patio where we had a great view of the beach. Food was great! Very friendly server! Definitely a night to remember in Hawaii!
(5)
Wina G.

We went early- about 1730 and nabbed an outer table (opted for the lanai service instead of the dining room). This place has great views. It was a Monday nite and it was pretty busy- we had made ressies via Yelp and got seated right away. $3 beer for happy hour. Had the beef poke and the calamari. Both were very tender - the beef was nice and soft, on the rare side which was just right. Calamari was soft, not the chewy stuff you sometimes get in other joints. No kama'aina discounts that nite- at least not on the lanai. Parked in the zoo parking but I hear there is valet service. Was a nice venue even for locals- hubby was surprised to have such a nice time in a "touristy" spot. We will be returning!
(4)
Shay F.

I went for Mother's Day brunch buffet. It included an omelet station, all-you-can-eat snow crabs, prime rib, salmon, mac nut mahi mahi, sausage, crab benedict, salad, ahi poke, fruits, etc Oh and I can't forget about dessert which included bread pudding, pies, cakes, cream horns, fruit tarts, eclairs, and red velvet cupcakes!! I had to try everything! LoL. We got seated on the patio looking out towards the ocean, and mom totally loved it. She saw lifeguard stand 2D, which is where she went every weekend with my dad...38 years ago as a newly wedded couple. We enjoyed the food that we just kept going back for me. The ahi poke was fresh, the omelets were HUGE, and the crab was just AWESOME. And I swear, I could've eaten 10 of those red velvet cupcakes and tiramisu cups. LoL. We will be back for Happy Hour! (^__^)/v
(4)
Jhoren C.

Happy Hour on drinks = A+ Pretty expensive appetizers and the quality and quantity was just alright! Basic menu and not so good dessert selections 2 chocolate dipped strawberries which were pretty small for $2?? Seriously?!
(3)
Bobby And Estee F.

We had an excellent time at Tiki's and were able to try several appetizers and entrees. Everything was delicious and very much worth the wait. We decided to try the formal dining menu which had a much better selection for us. The open seating by the bar was more casual with items like sandwiches/burgers etc. The service was great and we already made a reservation for next month for when our family will be in town! Took a while to post this review and ended up going to Tiki's again... and LOVED it. Everything was wonderful. Great location, great service, great time!
(5)
Maria V.

friggin' awesome. please don't change!!!
(4)
Erin M.

My best friend and I went to Hawaii for spring break this year and stayed at the Aston right above Tiki's, and I must say Tiki's is the place to be wether your visiting or a local! Amazing happy hour deals, live music, and awesome staff! Our waiter was Mike on multiple occasions and he was the best! Our drinks were always full and our table was filled with laughter! Can't wait to go back and visit next spring break! Rick the bartender is also awesome, he recognized us and knew our drink order every time! **Don't forget to look at and save your receipts, they might have a free maitai coupon! ;)
(5)
Dee M.

We were really happy with the setting, the server, and the food. We wanted a Blue Hawaiian on our last night but since we had already had a couple Mai Tai's we asked if we could just share one. Well, no problem...our server kindly had the bar tender make us a small one each. Perfect! Loved the shrimp/scallop combo. Perfect ending to our week in Waikiki.
(5)
Diane E.

A friend gave me a gift certificate for this place and because I spent my final 3 nights staying in Waikiki, I went to Tiki's and treated myself to a beautiful sunset dinner. I had the caesar salad and ahi tataki and finished my meal off with the creme brulee. Located at the far end of Waikiki, it was a healthy walk from my hotel, but gave me the extra benefit of some exercise going to and from the restaurant. Recommended.
(4)
Lisa G.

Everything on the menu was tempting and the duck and mahi that we ordered lived up to our expectations. The Boursin and crab dip was awesome. And the drinks were spectacular...and I rarely drink! 2 thumbs up!
(5)
Cee H.

This bar was really cool. We came on a Friday night and sat at the bar. Idk if I would have liked it as much if it wasnt a Friday but it was still really cool. We got to watch sunset over waikiki and watch the forework launched from the hawaiian Hilton. The band was amazing, really funny, and interactive with the crowd. They played a little hit of everything with a hawaiian flare. The bartender was super nice, friendly and helpful. She let us try three beers before deciding on the wheat beer(much better draft than bottle, had a fruity smooth flavor) Kona fire rock and longboard. My fiancÃ© said they were good, I don't like hops so I'm not the one to ask. Will I come again, sure, especially if it is a Friday!
(4)
Erin M.

Have been to Tiki's a handful of times & always enjoy it!!! :) Great food & excellent servers, especially CJ on my last visit earlier this week! The only thing I can request are some more vegan options! Keep up the awesome work & I love the live music!!! :) Mahalo!!!
(5)
Gabriel T.

I recently came here for a company dinner. I have been to this place before and it's been a hecka of a while since I came back. Our company had a buffet dinner here. Tables and chairs were all stacked up right when you enter the entrance and front of the restaurant. The food was great. We had veggies, Caesar salad, steamed rice, steak, mahi mahi, bbq chicken, etc. The only unfortunate thing is that we didn't have dessert. However, we had a 2 hour drink special where we could order a certain price amount of drinks until a certain time. I had a Mango Mojito which was bomb. The atmosphere of the restaurant overall is pretty nice. There is a small section for entertainment, a full bar with TVs for sports, and a souvenir section of course because it is Waikiki. It's free valet parking (kinda) with a validation for up to 3 hours. I should come out here often now. Yelp 365 Challenge #135/365
(4)
Xiangru S.

reception's attitude is not good and we made a reservation already but still need to wait for half an hourã€‚the food recommended is just so soã€‚the same with coconut drinkã€‚
(2)
Susan B.

love the taro root bread and taro root tortillias for fish tacos.
(5)
Tatum V.

This place was surprisingly awesome. We thought that it might be a little cheesy and typical reheated frozen food based on the theme, but it was so good! We started with the calamari, which was amazing. My husband had the sample meal and I had the Korean tacos. They were both great. Our server was nice and informative and the location is perfect. Very pleasantly surprised!
(5)
Cathy C.

We came here the other night for happy hour and then just stayed for dinner. They have an awesome happy hour. I drank several Mai Tai's and my boyfriend drank the local longboard beer. Then we moved over to the dining room for dinner. The ambiance is pretty cool. They have crazy tiki statues everywhere and a killer view of the water. We sat on the railing and had an awesome view of the most beautiful sunset. Our server Rachel convinced me to try the 1944 Mai Tai and it was awesomely strong and yet easy to drink. We were both craving some red meat and our server recommended the lettuce wraps to start with. They were seriously the best thing I've tasted in weeks and I'm definitely coming back for more. Then I got the Prime Rib special of the day and my boyfriend got the Salmon.. They were cooked perfectly and so delicious. We will return to Tikis!
(5)
Monica P.

We've been to Tiki's in Waikiki a couple of times in the past and on our recent trip to Hawaii (May 2011) we meet up with fellow Fodorites (Melissa, Lucy, Paula, David, Hank, and Janice). This is one of my favorite places to eat in Waikiki, as I love the atmosphere eating outdoors listening to the music and eating delicious and tasty foods. My friend Melissa made the arrangements with the marketing manager, got us a nice table, complimentary parking for 3 hours and we had a great time. We received complimentary pupu's: Kalbi beef gyoza, ahi-tuna spread with toast, and edamame that was coated in a decadent white truffle oil. The edamame was so good that some of us used the empty edamame shells and toast to sop up the oil. The gyoza and tuna tartar were also delicious. While enjoying our pupu's and drinks (Mai Tai's and other fruity, tropical drinks), Ronnie Nasuti, executive chef, came out to say hello and chatted with us for several minutes. He previously worked at Roy's in Hawaii Kai and is now at Tiki's. Handsome man and very friendly. His personal greetings made the evening even more special. Everyone selected different dishes for dinner. Tony had the all-you-can eat ribs (with a guava glaze), but could barely finish the first rack. The meat was very tender and fell off the bone easily. The waitress recommended additions to the prime rib poke that I ordered: noodles, avocado and mushrooms. What a flavorful combination and the avocado (one of my favorite foods) was creamy and perfectly ripe. It was a heavy dish, but after the pupu's and a taste of Tony's ribs, I was stuffed. Other dishes that were served were: Salt and pepper shrimp on fried rice; macadamia nut crusted ahi; and a few other dishes that looked great. I'll recommend this place anytime! Just be sure to make reservations.
(4)
Andrew C.

Went in for a drink the other night with a couple of friends and our server, CJ, suggested the 1944 Mai Tai. It was the best Mai Tai I've had in waikiki. Super strong but not overpowering, and that foam on top?!??! Awesome. They also had a live acoustic duo rocking the lounge, gearing up for a packed Saturday night. Would definitely go back, and not just for 6 more of those Mai Tai's.
(4)
Nicole M.

I have no idea what happened to this place. I came here a few years ago with a few girlfriends and I was so happy with the service and food. I recently just came back from Honolulu with my hubby and in-laws, and was so excited to treat them to tikis.. but lets just say they will never trust me choosing places to eat again. First off, the service was annoying. She was so pushy to take our drink orders and food orders but never once checked on us after. I know why.. because she probably knows how bad the food is now and was scared to ask. The drinks were disgustingly made, my salmon was so burned I couldnt even taste the truffle mashed potatoes, and the mahimahi was so overcooked my hubby thought i had ordered him chicken (he doesnt speak english). My biggest disappointment (maybe because this was what I was most excited for) was the pork. It was so dry... nobody wanted to finish their nacho that was in their hand. Since nobody came to check on us after we received our plates I began to look around and found that we were surround by tourists.... that this restaurant solely runs off tourists alone. so PLEASE DO NOT GO TO THIS TOURIST TRAP.
(1)
Bernie B.

What a pleasant surprise. Maybe it's all due to our waitress, Nikki. After I heard a waiter at another table describe the prime rib special, she told us there really weren't any... The prime rib was pretty much medium well to we'll done by then. We made a bad wine choice, and she gently suggested we might want to consider an alternative. The prime rib poke order met her approval (and ours!) and the Calamari steak was perfect. We were most interested in a light meal - couple of appetizers and salads, and he volcano Caesar and Thai green papaya salad were almost perfect (the Thai could have used a bit more heat and less sweet). Surprisingly good food for a restaurant in a hotel, but how else could you get a good meal while dining while overlooking Waikiki beach. Great evening. Thanks, Nikki. We'll be back.
(4)
Jenny L.

Love love love .... Kaluha Pork Quesadilla best thing on the menu and the salsa has a bit of ginger yummy!! Kitchen closes a bit early I think but great view for dinner and a sunset !!
(4)
Franziska W.

grate food, good service, we enjoyed this place!
(4)
Antonio D.

I have been vacationing in Honolulu for the past 4 or 5 years. I first discovered Tiki's 3 years ago. It was great the first time and I'm happily surprised to say it's gotten even better. Me and my partner had an awesome dinner here on September 29th. The food and service were excellent. The sunset view during dinner was perfect. I love the Coconut Shrimp and the Calamari Katzu was really good. The menu has great seafood and the specialties like the Guava Glazed Baby Back Ribs and an awesome Pot Roast were a hit. This is comfort food Hawaiian style. Our waiter was genuine, attentive and really gave us great service. I highly recommend. The previous evening we had dinner at the much applauded and way more expensive Hula Grill. As soon as we started eating our appetizers we agreed that Tiki's was better. If your in Honolulu make your way to Tiki's Grill and Bar. You will not be disappointed.
(5)
John W.

Always had really good food here but drinks are another thing. They should honestly remove bar from the name and keep it a restaurant. Every mixed drink I have had here is weak. The flavors are OK but there is little to no alcohol in the overpriced drinks. For that reason I usually just order beer and they typically carry my favorite local brew Wailua Wheat! The bar and the restaurant appear to be two self governed entities existing in the same space. So people judging the whole place on just the bar are unfairly judging the actual restaurant when it is not their territory. There are even two different menus depending if you sit at the bar or inside the restaurant, (I think they call the bar one their lanai menu). Typically their food is excellent being cooked and seasoned perfectly. They have daily chief specials that change all the time so you could literally try something new ever night, and they're just as good as the main menu stuff. Actually one time I order a special that was so good I hate that they don't have it on their main menu! The only thing I warn not to get is their Aloha Friday Hawaiian Plate, it is sadly disappointing compared to other places making a similar Hawaiian plate. It is pretty bad which is shocking since most everything else here is so good. I tried it twice before so it's not just a bad night in the kitchen. The Lau Lau was almost inedible and dry. The Okinawan sweet potato was desert dry and the texture was not palatable because of the dryness, as though they had reheated it many times throughout the day. The Kalua pig was edible but lacking in the burst of juicy flavor you usually get from Kalua pork done right. To be honest, it tastes like they have reheated it over and over in a microwave. Just avoid it, you will have a better Hawaiian plate experience almost anywhere else. I recommend the Lilikoi Blazed Duck Duet, very good flavor cook just right and not gamy at all if you are afraid it will. The Guava Glazed Baby Back Ribs are really good! Their fish dishes will not disappoint, my favorite is the Ginger Soy Grilled Salmon. Also they have a special called Taco Tuesdays where you get a free beer (usually Longboard), tacos are 2 bucks each and worth it. It is really awesome and a good treat after the beach!
(5)
Carol M.

Yuk waste of $30. Ordered the coconut shrimp and poke. Both were inedible. Shrimp tasted of pure coconut and had no shrimp taste and the sauce was pure sugar yuk. The poke was no better, not a spice in the dish or they were drowned by the pure soy sauce, the poke was swimming in soy sauce so all one could taste was salt. I ate one bite of each and threw into the trash, a waste of good money and both were inedible. There are so many good restaurants along Kalakuau who serve great shrimp and awesome poke, this was my first and last visit to Tikis so I learned a valuable lesson, go where you know the food is good. Not a good food Aloha at all.
(1)
Alisyn J.

Couldn't have asked for more... FOOD had the artichoke pasta with shrimp instead of chicken -was loaded with spinach, tomatoes, capers, artichoke, and deliciousness! The other 3 in my party all had filet mignon - all 3 different cooking preferences nailed (and arrived hot and together), and were happy to sub out rice for much yummier garlic mashies! Big shout to the Heart of House for excellent food! SERVICE was exceptional... NIKKI G dealt with our special requests, a sick child, and a grumpy grandpa with poise and a wonderful smile! Excellent customer service! THE AMBIANCE cool, comfortable, good live music. DONT SKIP IT! :-)
(5)
Jared H.

Had a great time with a group of friends last night at Tiki's for an experience worthy of nothing less than 5 Stars! We were quickly seated at a table near the edge of the balcony just in time to relax and enjoy a few cold beers watching the sunset. Our waitress Cassie was great and never let our drinks run empty the entire night along with suggesting amazing menu options. Speaking of amazing, the edamame was insanely delicious and covered in a sauce of what I can only describe as buttery goodness that I could barely get enough of! Cassie must have seen us devouring it and known, because right after we finished she brought us some warm taro rolls to soak up and eat all the remaining sauce at the bottom of the dish. After a great meal of several Pupus, the Half "Poi Pounder" burger cooked just right, and a tasty passion fruit creme brÃ»lÃ©e dessert we were all stuffed! Bottom line...Tiki's had great service, delicious food, and an amazing location to hang out with friends. Oh, and did I mention the free validated valet parking at the Aston Waikiki hotel below? No excuses Yelpers, get over and check this place out!!! I know I'll be back!
(5)
Kaitlyn W.

I made a reservation for 8:15. When my party arrived, they led us to an outdoor area, while it was raining. There were umbrellas to wait under, but they were dripping and all the chairs were wet. We left after waiting an hour (despite the reservation), as it became apparent that they weren't concerned in the least that we had been waiting to be seated for an hour. We went to Lulu's around the corner and were seated immediately.
(1)
Jana D.

Fabulous...The butter fish was by far the best fish I have ever had. Staff was wonderful.A great place to enjoy great food under the stars overlooking Waikiki beach.
(5)
Mz B.

First time here, came for the band. Liked the ATMOSPHERE straight off the back. Tried the 1944 MAI TAI, but it was a bit too strong for my TASTE! ADAM convinced me to try the WAIKIKI FUSION which was REALLY GOOD!!! Definitely would be back for MORE! GREAT SERVICE & GREAT MUSIC!!!
(5)
Greg M.

We come here every time were on oahu. Great food, great drinks, and the atmosphere tops it all off this is a must if you come to oahu , if you looking for bar food and drinks or a classy sit down they have both! But read the menus because they are different . Mahalo tikis
(5)
Vickie T.

A very friendly bar with awesome happy hour deals: $5 Mai Tai and $3 Sex on the Beach! Staffs were very tentative and I loved the ambiance. Free seating during happy hour time with direct waikiki beach views. Totally felt relaxed sitting there... :)
(4)
W Q.

Tiki's is my favorite place to bring friends visiting Waikiki; the location is perfect, with open air seating and an amazing ocean view to watch the sunset. the live music here is great, it's one of the few places in waikiki that draws in not just tourists but the locals as well. The 1944 Maitai is a must when you visit. it's amazing! note there are two different maitais on the menu, make sure you order the 1944 maitai and not the regular maitai. there are two maitais that are my absolute favorite in waikiki, the maitai at tiki's grill and the deconstructed maitai at the lobby bar inside the modern hotel. i can't decide which one i like more but the 1944 maitai is a better deal + live music! prime rib poke is my favorite item on the menu. it is perfect with beer... like they were made for each other perfect. i could drink beer and eat the prime rib poke here all day. some of the other items i've tried and absolutely love is the lettuce wraps, ahi poke, calamari, and fish n chips. there's two different menus here, one is for the dine in restaurant side and the other is on the bar side w/ live music. the dine in side costs a bit more but it's a five star worthy entree. the food menu on the bar side is more affordable plus in general i just enjoy the bar side a bit more, because of the atmosphere with the live music and well, it's closer to the bar ;) taco tuesday here is really popular but make sure you're at tiki's EARLY because they run out if you get in too late. and it's really sad you go somewhere for taco tuesday and have to eat something else haha. my favorite live band/duet is tahiti rey and jason alan, they are amazing and i can not stress this enough. they have different schedules but you can google their schedule and find out when they play at tiki's. highly recommended especially if you're on a date!!! bow chica bow wow. it'll seal the deal. the service at tiki's is amazing, i've never had bad service here, you can tell the management is doing something right, they hire awesome people. i'd highly recommend asking for mike, he knows the menu extremely well and always made good recommendations for my table. tiki's is one of the most well rounded waikiki restaurant in terms of service, food, drinks, and atmosphere. it is consistent and that's what you want when you bring people in visiting from out of town. if there's one restaurant you should definitely visit while in waikiki, tiki's is it.
(5)
Walkiria R.

I would like to thank Tiki's Grill & Bar team for catering my wedding on Sept 6, 2014. Chef Ronnie Nasuti OMG....like I said before you were the talk of the night...the food was delicious...best food ever... Head Banquet Captain Harry Richardson you did such a GREAT job I couldn't ask for more and your staff was on point....Thank sooo much Harry in my eyes your are the best Head Banquet in Hawaii. Lastly, ohh Alyssa BEST event coordinator thank you so much for your help on making sure I was comfortable with my needs before the wedding.
(5)
Dennis R.

Dinner was amazing! Food delicious, service was outstanding! Our server Christian made us all feel welcome and was very friendly!
(5)
John C.

Don't judge a book by its cover. Tiki's Grill is a great place to experience great seafood food in a casual setting. At first I was a little skeptical about Tiki's. I was expecting typical bar food menu. We were pleasantly surprised at the diverse menu and interesting dishes. The highlight of the meal had to be the the Appetizer "Island Ahi Tartare Tiki Stack". Flavors are so well balanced - the heat of the chili is cooled with the avocado and quail egg. Its a must try! For entrees, Miso Butterfish is a hidden gem. Taste is unique, the texture similar to that of a Seabass. Mac Nut Crusted Mahi was a little over-cooked, but the richness of the lemongrass cream sauce on the orzo made up for it. Lastly, the service was all around great. The Manager came by when I mentioned that the Mahi was over-cooked, but I enjoyed everything so much I didnt let him comp my dish. Our waiter Daniel P. was extremely friendly, and helped recommend many local sites to check out during our stay in Oahu. He was also very knowledgable about the different dishes on the menu as he helped us make our entree selection.
(3)
Mitch R.

I like to bring family and friends to Tiki's for their first meal in Hawai`i. It always impresses and never disappoints. I have been going to Tiki's since it first opened, and I always look forward to each visit. Our most recent visit on Friday night was great. For pupus, the prime rib poke and the kalbi gyoza were delicious, and we love, love, LOVE the calamari katsu. All of our fish entrees were cooked perfectly (not overdone), from mahi to salmon to scallops, and were very tasty. To say that our server, Nikki G., is fantastic, would be an understatement. She is efficient, engaging, and effervescent, and she is an ideal role model for all servers. Her presence made our wonderful meal even better. Of course, the view here is so picturesque. Just look at the photos from other reviews... it really is that good. One last thing: we decided to forgo dessert (kind of), partly because we were full, but mostly because Tiki's no longer has the lilikoi cheesecake with a white chocolate band on the menu. In the name of all that is just and right, please bring back the lilikoi cheesecake in the white chocolate cylinder!!! You are depriving the people of the world of the best dessert ever.
(5)
Timothy M.

I had a great time!! Just had a rough quarter in pharmacy school and decided to come to Hawaii for a vacation. My first drink was purchased here and our server C.J. made my time here fantastic!!! He's great, I highly recommend him as a server!
(5)
J M.

Second time eating here, second time the waiter double billed me. Check your receipts, and don't accept any BS stories. Or better yet, don't eat here. I certainly never will again.
(1)
Adam G.

Service was good. Nice atmosphere. Pinto beer recommended. Local short ribs are not as they're described on the menu. Pricey.
(4)
Dave R.

Wife and I were starving and basically walked into the lounge area with no waiting required. Got the lettuce wraps for her and I got the seared fish and chips. Both were delicious and not crazy overpriced. Friendly fast service. Couldn't be happier. Happy wife, happy life, right?
(5)
Sri S.

This place has been a great find during our 8 day visit in Waikiki. Found it on Internet for Cinco de Mayo, and what a treasure! Came here 4 times during our 8 day stay, there's a theme special every day, live music every night, friendly staff, sits across the street from beach w/view, open air seating, awesome happy hour drinks - comparable to happy hour in Seattle - and tasty island bites! Met some locals and natives - who also like this place - on Cinco de Mayo; we sat at bar, I had a tasty piÃ±a colada. On Monday we stopped by for a qwik beer and a bite, and were surprised yet delighted by the happy hour drink prices (2--5 btw). We tried the Korean tacos (which included of tender kobe beef, corn tortilla shells, kimchee, and sesame seed oil soaked tofu), the lettuce wraps are also amazing and similar to the Korean tacos, nacho bites, and the kalua pork quesadillas. All was amazing and delicious! :) We will definitely be returning to this wonderful place when we come back to the land of Aloha!
(5)
D M.

Excellent service, food and music great. Little noisy but in open area. Went with friends for first time and I would re comment them. Great job!
(4)
Damien F.

Located right next to the Waikiki Marriott just outside our ocean view suite so it did spark our interest.... ....and I'm sure glad that it did!!! The live music already prompted good vibes, which explained the crowd. We chose a chair on the patio behind the band so it wasn't too loud. Service started off slow for us to get menus, but once we were acknowledged that all changed. Our server Zach was awesome, always attentive, and gave us some good tips on food and drinks! Food came out in no time!!! We ordered the ahi tuna tatake, the ahi tartare stack, the Kalbi gyoza, and the truffle garlic edamame. All were really awesome! The tatake was cooked a lil too much than I like with seared ahi, but still good! We finished everything on the plates and still wanted more cause it was so good! We scoped the menu once more, but Zach threw out some local favorites and suggested the "prime rib poke" seared cubes of prime rib cooked medium rare, and served like poke with onions n mixed greens. AMAZING! We got the souvenir glasses filled with the "Waikiki infusion" and it was delish! 2 rounds please! Overall this place was great! Great location right on the beach, awesome atmosphere, and great service! One Love!
(5)
Geoff D.

Flavor combinations are interesting and unusual. I had a savory pot roast that was served on a sweet bed of pumpkin puree and drizzled with applesauce. Unusual, and I'm not sure I would order it again, but it certainly had a certain attraction My wife's fresh fish was delicious and son's keiki kalua pork was tasty and generous. Tiki was a fun place to get a meal. The service was very upbeat. This was actually our 2nd attempt. First time there was a long-ish wait but on a Monday night there was no delay in getting a table
(4)
Jen O.

Wow, food was better than I expected! Ok, the decor is a little over the top for me...but the food and drinks were really great! Menu was a lot nicer than I expected and live music was really good. Price very reasonable. Hawaiian Ahi Poke Calamari Katsu (WHOA...SO GOOD!) Sizzling "Roll Your Own" Lettuce Wraps
(4)
Vivian A.

We chose Tikis to have our wedding rehearsal dinner, it was prime walking distance from downtown hotels our guests were staying at. They were very nice in accommodating a party of 30 and 8 kids by putting us in Hina's Linai, which is basically a little spot between the entrance of the restaurant and the pool. When booking I thought it would actually be facing the street with views of the ocean so be forewarned that there isn't really any view if you decide on Hina's Linai. For a party that big, we chose the Grand Tiki Buffet which consisted of: Oriental Chicken Chop Salad (This must have been good 'cuz it was all gone. lol) Steamed White Rice with the following dishes: Asian Stir Fry Vegetables (my guests actually thought this dish was the "bottom veggie dÃ©cor" of a dish that was all eaten up. Lol) Nut Crusted Mahimahi: Not really crunchy. Sliced Paniolo Steak: Your basic sliced pieces of steak. Guava Glazed Grilled Ribs: Our guests raved about these ribs! Kalua Pork: This was very tasty as well. Kids meal: Chicken fingers and fries. It was really dark around the buffet so my guests couldn't really see what was in the buffet dishes. We had to ask them to put out candles so our guests could get a better look at what was being served. The ribs got rave reviews and everyone really like the kalua pork. The buffet only comes with three meat dishes but we ordered the kalua pig as an additional item and looking back it was waaayyyy too much food. We should have just stuck with the fixed menu of three meat dishes and not order the extra side dish. The kids enjoyed their kids menu of chicken fingers and fries, so much that my mom preferred it over the adult buffet meal. We opted to order the desserts by person instead of including it in our menu since not everyone wanted desserts and it came out a better choice. Their macadamia apple tartlet was divine!!! The wait staff was very nice and extremely accommodating for such a demanding party (and a lot of antsy kids running around!). Our server was friendly and attentive, even when we had to start about an hour late for lost guests. They kept the drinks flowing and made sure everyone was well attended to. Thank you! Valet parking downstairs with 3 hours of validation. They had a great band/entertainment that night that was really funny. It was nice they had a glass window beside the band that you could watch from the side. All the kids went up to it and watched them from there. It was cute. 3 stars for the food and 1 more star for the great service and entertainment.
(4)
Brandon C.

Stopped here for lunch on our vacation and the service was very good. My wife had the tacos which were very large and not just filled with lettuce and other "filler". I had the Ono crusted with a AWESOME kind of sweet and spicy sauce and purple mashed potatoes that were infused with coconut. We each had a couple drinks, i had the common Mai Tai and it was pretty decent and my wife had a Blue hawaiian and then she had a Hawaii-5 0 lava flow which was a piÃ±a Coloda with strawberry purÃ©e and I had a 1944 Mai tai which is traditional with another splash of fruit vodka and it was good, a little "boozy". Then I had a ginger snap and it was very crisp and refreshing but not a lot of favor. 4 stars because our bill was over $100 for lunch, but 5 drinks a me two meals isn't that bad price just seemed to be!
(4)
Nathan L.

Just got back from my vacation to Hawaii, haven't been home since last winter break because of schooling and i was in need for some local grinds. I had just been drinking with a few of my colleagues in Waikiki when we deiced to come to Tiki's Grill and Bar and i was not disappointed. Pros -delicious food with reasonable prices. -amazing drink menu -great drink service* *My server was a really nice guy who helped me choose my drinks for that night. It was obvious that he was knowledgeable in what drinks to recommend and i was glad he was there to help me. He was funny too! I think his name was Ryan if I remember correctly. Cons -small portions size, but the food was good so i cant really complain -very crowded/medium-long wait ---Nate Lazo
(5)
Shannon L.

Mike was the best...we were there for a bachelorette party with all kinds of multiple checks. He took care of each one of us with a smile. And the coconut shrimp was delicious!
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David K.

Seemed promising at first. Was staying at the Aston that was connected, so gave it a try. There was live music there, which was not great..but won't hate on the talent as he at least tried. The sound system to accomodate him was horrible, and that could've been helped. My biggest gripe was the server we had. Barely greeted us. She asked me what I wanted, I ordered a Newcastle (which was in the menu). She looked puzzled, so I ordered again, she looked at me and shook her head seemingly in annoyance. Only time a smile appeared on her face was when we paid. Yea...we stopped after one round and went elsewhere. Never again.
(1)
Liliana E.

My mom and I took a trip to Waikiki for some "mother daughter time". Tiki's was a place that appealed to both of us! That is hard to do, we have diverse tastes. The food was excellent, the drinks, especially the award winning Maitai, the service (awesome bar tenders and staff!), were spectacular! Did I mention the view? We looked for other spots on Waikiki, but kept returning to Tiki's for the best vibe all around! We love the musical acts! The vibe is so great in here that we made lots of new friends from all over the world, all wanting to have fun!
(5)
James L.

I go here prob once a week, great happy hour and drink speicals, I eat from pupu menu and the poke bowl is amazing. The calmari is also very good. There is live music every night. If there was one thing i think they can imporve on is music during day when there is no band, or even is there is any music at all. I enjoy seating on lani checking out waves during teh day before or after catching some waves but teh lack of music is upsetting for me. baretenders are great wait staff okay. If you can get the guy waiter with long blond hair with ponytail. He is very attentive and nice, keep water full and was very lknowledgable and helpful to our guests. I think i have memorized the menu so i know what i like there. Also they sometimes offer free mai tai or drink if you return the next day which works out great for me since I stay a block away.
(5)
Jeff K.

Food used to be really good. BUT. Big changes in the last year, Bands are still some of the best in Waikiki. Food portions went way smaller and prices went up. And my main problem was service!!! We sat for over 20 minutes before anyone even came by. Horrible service. Just not worth the price
(2)
Satoshi K.

No more kaluapig nachos!! and shrinking portions. Still great music. Our server made up for the disappointing food portions. But so Common for establishments in a great location to loose a Handle on service or product quality. also this place is haunted! i saw a ghost!
(1)
Gretchen E.

Fun and tasty time! Great 50's retro tiki decor. Good music and fun drinks. View of the ocean. We made a reservation and that would be a good idea. The food: very good! My fish was tender and sweet! The rest of our party enjoyed theirs too. It seems like it'd be rock'in later in the evening! All smiles here!
(4)
Kat D.

I love this place. The food is always great and the service is consistent. I highly recommend the coconut shrimp! The order comes with five/six pieces. The sauce is sweet and tangy. The shrimp are not overly fried, they have more of a baked taste to them. I also love the Miso Butterfish. You must order this, or the Seared Sea Scallops. They are both so delicious. The service was great and always is. The servers are always very attentive and always there to clear a plate or refill your water. At times the busser did feel a bit over attentive. I have such a huge pet peeve when a server or busser clears a plate before all of the guests are finished eating. However, our server Jessica was great. I will be back and would love to sit in her section again.
(4)
Melissa F.

Stellar service, amazing food, and great drinks. This restaurant was the highlight of my food experience in Waikiki. The seafood chowder was bowl-licking good, and my fresh fish in sage butter was just the perfect portion and perfectly prepared.
(5)
Alyssa P.

I ate at tiki cause it was right next to my hotel. I was surprised with the service and food quality for a tourist spot. The coconut shrimp and the nachos were delicious. CJ our server was helpful, friendly, and a SF giants fan which is a automatic like for me. Overall it was a awesome night at tiki. The live band helped a little too =)
(5)
Gary F.

Thanks to Lori I I finally got the Kamaaina special. It's 5-7 and it's the prime rib. The prime rib was $15 and was good for that price. Not sure if I would want to pay the $30 though. The kids enjoyed their meal. Kalua pig and rice. Veges too. For $1 more, the kids get a sundae! Over all pretty cool place for Waikiki where a local can go and just have a nice dinner. I parked on the street the first time. The second time I went, we were running close to our reservation time. Oh yeah, I used the Iphone Yelp reservation and it worked!!!! So easy. G
(4)
Jerrene T.

I would never have come here if it weren't for my husband and their company party. It was free drinks and food... who could turn that down? Even the location didn't deter me! We got here right as the party started so we were able to find a table easily and our waitresses were totally on top of it... any time we were even close to finishing a drink, they were there asking if we wanted another. My water cup collection was never empty! If you could even have that in a regular restaurant, that would be a success... much less a huge party of drunk people. Their food was good too... the salad dressing was delicious as was their coconut shrimp. Yes I am a sucker for coconut shrimp! What made this place even more awesome was how personable the staff was especially Michael. I'm not sure if he was the GM or owner but he introduced himself to me while I was waiting in line for a beverage. I just wanted something that wasn't alcoholic... otherwise I would have waited for one of the many waitresses. He was really nice and even blocked the sun out of my eyes. Since I ate some salad right before getting in line, he politely told me I had a leaf on my tooth! What a sweet guy! He told me about his dog and wife as well... it totally shocked me on how nice he was! Some owners or GM's are really stuck up but this guy was very grounded and even came to meet my husband and baby. He loved played with Kent too. If only all people were this nice =)
(5)
Jaime Y.

This will be my very first review. I have always used Yelp as means to find great businesses, amazing food and exceptional service. I however have never thought about contributing my opinions to the mix. I guess it's about time I start and there's no better time than the present. I visited Tiki's Grill & Bar on a Thursday, 4/4 to meet up with some old co-workers for a drink. The view is amazing with your option of indoor or outdoor seating. Needless to say, we had an awesome time! We ordered several appetizers and entrees, which were all delish. Our server Lerina was phenomenal. She was very friendly and attentive throughout our service. Not to mention the cocktail she recommended was spot on, I think it was called the 1944 maitai? With reasonable prices, great atmosphere and awesome service, I will definitely be back!
(5)
Christel T.

One place I will probably never go back to. Last night I went there in the rain after Dukes. The music coming in was pleasant. Traditional Hawaiian music. We sat down and after 10 minutes out waiter came. We ordered mixed drinks that were ok so everyone got beer or water. I ordered edamame which I was not thrilled with at all. The service was slow and I felt like the camera person took pictures of everybody around us except us. Not too impressed with vibe or service.
(2)
Adam G.

Go to the bar and ask Thomas about His recommendation. He told me about he calamari and it was delicious, as was the coconut shrimp!!
(5)
K T.

I had stayed here before about 10 years ago in the Aston. It was ok, but it's definitely not a nice place. Cheap and it's part of the packages that you can buy. The food was decent, the Mahi crusted with macadamia was good. However it doesn't have a separate entrance and you have to walk through the pool. It's over-rated for sure. Cheap eats, the pasta my cousin had was enormous. She ended up taking it back and eating it later.
(3)
Joe T.

Saturday was our last night in Waikiki and what a way to end a great vacation then at Tiki's with CJ :-) once again he took great care of us!!! Thanks CJ you are great at what you do and the customer service you provide is always stellar! The drinks are awesome and so is the Ahi poke! If your looking for a place to hang out with great service, have some food and drinks at Tiki's and ask for CJ.
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Terian M.

Daniel P was phenomenal. My fiancÃ©e and were not sure what to order and Daniel made some amazing selections that were out of this world. This was our first trip to Hawaii and Daniel helped us finish it off with a bang. Mahalo
(5)
Nathan L.

This place is AMAZING!!!! We had our wedding in the coconut club here, and the staff there was great! Thanks to Derrick (Hope he had a good wedding too) for his help on the day, and to Alyssa for showing us around on the Monday before, we felt like our wedding was in good hands. The view is amazing, and the staff is very helpful with setting up events. We had drinks and food down here a few times and everyone liked the prices and food. The drinks and the funny mugs are an extra plus. It's a great restaurant and bar, it's a shame that it's tied to such a sup par hotel
(5)
Elena C.

Jenn S. was our server and she rocked it! Best server we've had in a LONG time! She knew exactly what to recommend for us, which was extremely helpful since the drink menu is vast. The Skinny Chi Chi and the 1944 Mai Tai... best drinks EVER! The food was good, but what really makes this place is the awesome drinks and service!
(5)
Cecilia M.

A late lunch at Tiki's, in the bar area. We were looking forward to a delicious burger and fries especially since my husband said that the burgers were good. We ordered a Ahi salad and a burger and fries with everything, i.e. avocado, bacon, and cheese. My husband ordered a beer and a bloody Mary for me. The bloody Mary was okay, it did not have the kick I like in my bloody Mary. The salad arrived looking very wilted and un-appetizing. We should have sent it back, but we didn't. We ate it. And it was just okay. I did enjoy the miso dressing. The burger took longer than expected to reach our table. The fries were mushy, needed to go back into the fryer for a little while longer and the bacon was all fat. The ambiance at Tiki's whether in the bar or restaurant area is great. Our waitress was also great, she was very attentive and provided great customer service. We have been to Tiki's off and on since it opened and have experienced Chef Ronnie's food which has been great. This is the first time I have had lunch at Tiki's and I have to say that it was mediocre at best. I truely hope that Tiki's sees this review and takes it as constructive criticism toward consistent great meals at Tiki's whether its lunch or dinner.
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Ron N.

Not suppose to have roots on the onion for the $12.00 Poke.. the taste was good.
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Vince F.

Went the other night with my wife. We had a semi late dinner (8pm on a Thursday). We were seated very fast and decided to sit in the dining room section. We've been to Tikis before but only for happy hour/pupus in the bar area after a day at the beach. Chino was our waiter and the guy was awesome. He started us out with a couple of house salads that were damn good. Ordered the Prime Rib Poke with a couple scoops of rice (Off the Hook, A must!), Coconut Shrimp, and was recommended the butter fish by Chino and it didn't disappoint, Very Good! We ordered a bottle of house wine which went well with dinner. I highly recommend this place! Make sure to like these guys on facebook, they sometimes release great deals and once in a while send you coupons for free apps and drinks for special occasions (Birthdays, Anniversaries). Oh yeah, forgot to mention....Free Valet Parking for up to 3 hours :)
(5)
Aileen C.

Prime rib poke and edamame are my fave! We come here a lot since we live so close and Mike is the best server on the lanai :)
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Darren N.

Being in Waikiki, there are two big standouts about this place: The Kamaaina special and free valet parking. Getting there: Again, FREE Valet parking at the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. Enter from the one-way Lilioukalani Ave. Second floor. Ambiance: Dim lighting, wood accents, tikis on red lit backgrounds give this place a touristy vibe. Service: Excellent and friendly. Our servers were awesome. Food and drinks came out quick and my water levels were always checked. Food: Their menu is varied Local/American with lots of different options to choose from but I went with the Kamaaina special. Yep, your eyes do not deceive you, it is not on the menu anywhere but you'll have to order it before 7pm. It was a huge (NY if I recall correctly) steak with seasoned mashed potatoes, corn, with horseradish or an au jus (I think) sauce. Verdict and Takeaway: 4 stars for the service, food, price, and parking setup. They were also open to our critiques and they care about the quality of their food and seem to always be trying to kick it up a notch. Don't be surprised if their menu changes on you and you find new items to try.
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Daisy R.

Right down the street from my hotel! Great ambiance, live music, good food and YES AWESOME HAPPY HOUR! We had about 5 drinks for 27 bucks on our first visit here. 2nd visit we had a sit down meal which consisted of hot wings, and mixed combo plate of steak, fish and chicken. Very tasteful and authentic Hawaiian food. Prices for food are average. Definitely check this place out!
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Toni N.

What a great experience for Waikiki... Born and raised here we don't usually venture into Waikiki, but we were close by so we wanted dinner... The experience was awesome.. I had the chicken wings which btw u can choose your style on sauces... I also had the burger and that was amazing too... Now for the drinks.... I only drink bud light lime, but this 1944 mai tai was amazing... Yummy... Tomas was an awesome bartender and explained exactly what goes in the drink and so I trusted him... They had live music and the vibe was chill... Been back a few times to see Tomas and the other bartenders... Love it and u will too...
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Donna F.

I want to express what a great bartender Rick is. He is an asset to Tiki's.
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Christa L.

When in doubt, go to Tiki's. Located right across the street from the beach in Waikiki, the atmosphere is exceptional. Live bands play on most nights. And the drinks are great. The food is decent and the menu is pretty much comparable to every other restaurant in Waikiki. So, you can't really go wrong. I would just say that if you're looking more for an exceptional meal, you might want to keep looking.
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christine d.

was close to our hotel so we decided to stop by for a late night bite. there was live music in the downstairs bar area, which was a nice surprise. was seated promptly upstairs. given it was 930 PM, the actual dining area upstairs was pretty empty. the food- delicious taro bread and banana butter! mm! ordered the salmon which was served with mashed potatoes, asparagus, and a savory sauce. most tender salmon I've ever had! my bf ordered the scallops and shrimp. I thought the scallops were a bit bland, but he enjoyed them! the risotto was amazing though! really creamy, with spinach and lima beans. both were good hearty portions. the service- we had a server who spoke so quietly that we said huh? after everything he said.. he was nice, but really awkward. the price- each meal was around $60+ tax and tip. not bad, but not good either. overall a good experience.
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Brendan F.

Fish tacos are huge and tasty. Primo local brew was perfect match. Lui our waiter was fast and nice. Great view of the beach.
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Rodolfo R.

Taco Tuesday service was great but restaurant service was whack. Couldn't get service so went to McDonald's. Cheaper and faster.
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Dan W.

We used Tiki's for our wedding rehearsal dinner and our reception dinner as well. I can not thank Tiki's enough for making both events beyond what I could of imagined. The food was in the top 5 of all meals I have ever had, and the staff went way beyond what was asked of them. Location is amazing, views are outstanding. 100% would visit Tiki's anytime I am back in Hawaii. Thank you.
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Wendy A.

This place was fantastic! Our family came here for dinner. We all loved it. My husband and I got the coconut shrimp and the calamari steak for appetizers. they both had great flavor and presentation. Our server Shawn was fantastic. He suggested the butter fish over brown rice. it literally melted in my mouth.it was the best fish I have had on this trip. My boys got the fish and chips served on a frisbee that they could take home. They ate every bite. They are ages 4&7 and they loved this place. they both also got the 3 bite brownie and loved it. We went at 4: 30 before the dinner rush and it was perfect.
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Matt B.

I went there a few weeks back and everything was terrible from food to drinks and service. It took twenty minutes to get waters served and our server who was incredibly rude kept blaming the ticket time on the number of people there but there were only a few other tables with customers. Everyone in my party was extremely dissatisfied with their food. I will never go back there again.
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Jerry E.

Beer is a little overpriced in comparison to other surrounding bars, but specialty mix drinks are pretty damn amazing; unfortunately I personally don't care much for Girly-drinks. Other than being convenient to those staying in the hotel its attached to, there wasn't much about this bar that would make me come back. If anything, it was real touristy and kinda boring.
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Veonica D.

Great place! Had the beach boy seafood combo. All I could say is YUM!!! Soooo good. We had great service as well. Would definitely here again!
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Sean M.

Best place for a drink with a view! Loved the openness of the patio and the drinks were quite good too. Well, they tasted good anyway! I was told I HAD to try the 'Five-O Lava Flow' and I did. Before I get to the drink, I have to say the service isn't what I expected. My guest and I waited for nearly 10mins to get a menu after they told us to sit wherever we wanted. I decided to track down someone to bring us menus. Luckily, I ran into Malika and she saved this from becoming a 2-star review. I mean, they were really slow and there were 3-4 servers having a good ol' time, near a corner where they couldn't see our table. Being that we were on vacation, I didn't let that affect my mood. Our server, Malika rocked!! I guess it didn't hurt that she is absolutely GORGEOUS! Ahem..no really though, it wasn't just that. Her personality and passion for her work made our experience a pleasurable one. The Five-O Lava Flow was delicious! Although, it was more of a Smoothie than an alcoholic beverage. I guess I can't expect so much from a foo-foo drink though, huh?! I enjoyed a couple of Sailers Mai Tai's and those set me just right. I tasted the Mango Pinacolada and that was quite delicious too! After reading the reviews and seeing pics of their food, I'm disappointed I didn't indulge, but I will be sure to return to try some next time! *** The owner of Tiki's wrote me less than 24hrs after I posted this review and apologized for our 10min wait. I'm happy to upgrade my rating from 4 to 5 Stars. Now, that's an owner who genuinely cares! Mahalo, Bill!
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Danny L.

Real bummer for us. Tiki's used to be a favorite of ours when we used to live in Hawaii. Their Kalua pork nachos were so good, but when we asked, we were told that they discontinued them because they didn't make enough money on them. They now make "nacho bites", which are absolutely terrible. Everything else is just a giant disappointment. Definitely wont be back.
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Dave Y.

Tourist trap. Food was not great, overcrowded and very few tables with a good view. Avoid.
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Jody S.

Had our co-workers Bachelorette Party at Tiki's Grill and Bar. We held our event on a Friday evening and had a blast! The service was impeccable, the food delicious and the drinks excellent! The staff worked really hard in making the event a memorable one for everyone involved. We had tons of food left over and had it boxed up and taken back to the hotel rooms for a late night snack!
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Anna A.

We stayed at the Aston right above and tried it out for dinner. I had the ginger Salmon on top of potatoes with asparagus and my boyfriend got the all you can eat ribs...both of them were AMAZING and the staff recommended other places for us to go during our visit
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Jennifer A.

3.5 Open late, has a pretty lively bar area, and live music. We came for dinner, starving, just arriving from the airport. The pupus seemed the most appetizing so we shared three of those. I was a little disappointed in the small selection of entrees...I guess i had a sandwich or burger on my mind, but they didn't offer anything like that. The prices were also a tad bit high in my opinion. Ahi Poke - ok, I've had better Lettuce Wraps - good portion, tasty beef, but the butter lettuce is, while tasty, kind of too fragile and small to wrap all the fillings. Calamari Katsu - I've never had katsu calamari and the breading was very nice against the soft calamari. Probably my favorite of the three. They've also got all the normal fruity, tropical cocktails you would want to sip on while on vacation in Hawaii. It wouldn't be my first pick place, but I am not opposed to going back if the situation comes up!
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Sarah K.

I always have a wonderful experience at Tiki's. I heard a while back it was voted the best place to take out of town guests and I totally agree. I love bringing out of town guests here. But I still enjoy coming here for a drink or so too! Surprisingly, Tiki's is very veg-friendly! Had a great caprese wrap without the mozz (to make it vegan) for lunch. Can't remember what the vegan dinner options were but I remember the one I had last time was pretty delish. Drinks are awesome. There are of course some fancy touristy-geared drinks that come in fun mugs...Well, I've lived here for almost 3 years and still love getting those. Mainly because the Tiki mugs are pretty ridiculously awesome. I love this place so much I have had my wedding dinner ceremony and my vow renewal here. ALSO, if you're looking for a gorgeous place to watch a real Waikiki sunset, look no further. Probably one of the best views on the island, especially right at sunset time. With 3 hour free valet parking at the Aston, you really can't get too much better than Tiki's. Whether you're going for happy hour, live music, taking tourists, or just need a place to wind down pau hana, Tiki's is worth checking out. Enjoy!
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Robert- Bobby C.

Love the view of the beach right off the balcony.. This restaurant is located next to the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel where we stayed at.. We came downstairs to check this place out for an early dinner.. I really came there for the $5 huge glass of beer from 5-7pm(hehehe).. The staff are fast and friendly.. They have a full bar inside and a live band playing at night.. Here's what we ordered: Hawaiian Ahi poke: Fresh, Raw, Yellow Fin Tuna cubed and seasoned with Hawaiian ogo Seaweed, soy sauce, and sesame oil. On a bed of organic baby arugula from the west side of Oahu. - $12 media2.px.yelpcdn.com/bpâ€¦ Prime Rib Poke: Flash seared prime rib poke topped with housemade pipikaula aioli on a bed of locally grown baby greens from Ma'o Organic Farms. - $10 media2.px.yelpcdn.com/bpâ€¦ Tiki's Famous Coconut shrimp: Jumbo shrimp rolled in crispy coconut and served with a sweet chili sauce and Asian slaw. - $13 media4.px.yelpcdn.com/bpâ€¦ My wife had the Mega Mango Mojito: Fresh Hawaiian mango muddled with mint, limes and Cruzan Brand Rum then splashed with simple syrup and soda. - $12 media2.px.yelpcdn.com/bpâ€¦ And for desserts, we had flan with peach/strawberry toppings and red velvet with whip cream toppings. media1.ct.yelpcdn.com/bpâ€¦ We enjoyed the hospitality that we experienced there... I can't complain especially with the beach front view and the warm, refreshing smell of the air..
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Brendan W.

Great ahi on mashed potatoes. Sunset view. Tom the waiter was 5 stars. Alfredo for the kids with side of broccoli was perfect. Large portions and serving the kid plate on a souvenir frisbee was a hit. My wife loved the sea scallops. Connected to the Aston Beach Hotel. It is close to 5 stars best place in Waikiki so far.
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Alyssa K.

This post is a little late, but in July we had our small high school class reunion at Tiki's Grill & Bar, and it was awesome!!!!! From beginning to end, the entire experience was lovely. As one of the reunion coordinators I had the wonderful opportunity to work with the staff at TIki's. Michael and Tiare from TIki's Events were a pleasure to work with and helped us pick the best location (Hina's Lanai) and menu (Kona Buffet) to fit our needs. Our banquet captain, Chrystina, and waitress, Kayla, were amazing! They were friendly, organized, and provided us with excellent service the entire evening. The food was also delicious. Everyone was raving over how tender the ribs were, how sweet the pineapple was, and how fresh everything tasted. All in all, an amazing night. Big mahalo to the staff at Tiki's for making our reunion a fun and memorable event!
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Reuel P.

this is a phenomenal restaurant located at the Aston Waikiki beach hotel. the food is great and the service is excellent... of course it's a bit pricey, but what do you expect... however, there are options. another great addition is that most nights there is a live band playing... great place to visit! and lastly.. the view of the ocean is uninhibited.. and just gorgeous!!!
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Valerie R.

The hype is real! This place may seem like a touristy restaurant because of its ocean view, tiki theme, and live music, but the food is delicious!! You can't go wrong with the prime rib poke! Perfectly cooked with just the right amount of heat. For two people, it was already pretty filling as an appetizer. For main dishes, we ordered the macadamia crusted fish & the curried short ribs. DELICIOUS!! The short ribs fall apart in your mouth and the fish came in this yummy creamy sauce. Our server, Daniel, was very attentive. Our drinks and food came within 5-10 minutes after ordering & I even got this cute souvenir coconut cup. Don't forget to check in when you're here because they give you the kalbi gyoza appetizer for freeeee. YUM!
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PJ C.

We needed an early dinner after the long flight from the east coast. This was close to our hotel. We choose to dine on the more casual bar side of the restaurant with the live music. The view to the beaches are great and the servers were really friendly. Opted for the boozy 1944 classic Mai Tai. No fancy tiki glass just a great version of this drink for $9. For dinner I order the smoked meat poke which was very good though a small portion. The onions and pineapple were a good add to the dish. Also the seared tuna poke was tasty. Everything around here is touristy and pricey for what you get but this was very good.
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Yoko S.

We ordered on entree and a couple of appetizers. The portion here is small, so we could finish them all. We had good fish and the nice atmosphere.
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Sharlene F.

It's Mother's Day and it's Waikiki! Only for my mother-in-law would I venture into the hustle and bustle, and all kinds of crazy of Waikiki. But, I have to say, it was sooooo worth it. Tiki's looks like your average touristy Waikiki eating establishment. Colorful, bar outside, dark wood interior and loaded with tourists. However, Mother's Day must be a different occasion or maybe the locals are finding out about this Waikiki eatery because the place was also filled with locals. For Mother's Day, Tiki's offered a brunch buffet filled with all kinds of yummy goodies. To start off, they had a small area of two kinds of poke, au (hawaiian style) and ahi (shoyu style). I have to say, the au poke was better than the ahi. Oh my goodness, the hawaiian salt and kukui nuts, oh so yummy! And alongside that were some salads and sides. The next station included all the entrees. I have to say nowhere else that I have been have they offered salmon chazuke. For whomever is interested, that's a japanese dish of rice with hot green tea poured over it and salmon chunks added to it. I didn't go for the chazuke, but I did try the grilled salmon and they were cooked perfectly. A little bit crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The other entrees included a mac nut crusted mahi, fried rice (with really chunks of meat!), regular rice, a crab cake eggs benedict to die for, a pork tenderloin and several other entrees. Station number 3 was the carving station, a pretty standard area. Number 4 was the omelette station. Always a popular area. It's nice when you can customize your food to your liking! Station number 5 was the snow crab legs, yes, a whole station just for the crab and yummy butter. Then they had an area for pancakes and waffles with ALL the fixins! I guess that would be station number 6. And last, but absolutely not least was the dessert station! OMG!!! I loved, loved the homemade cookies. At least I thought they were, they sure tasted like it. There was a whole array of scrumptious sugary stuff to be had. I chose to have au poke and a cookie as my dessert. I know, that sounds gross, but who cares, it's all gonna end up in the same place. Overall, this was a fabulous experience. Our waiter was wonderful. Always making sure we had our glasses full, had enough napkins and anything else we wanted or needed. My only negative, and that's why it's not a 5 star, was that we were seated on the lanai overlooking Kalakaua and Waikiki beach, which normally would be wonderful, but the umbrellas they had didn't cover the entire lanai so I was subjected to the sun for almost the entire meal. I couldn't have my mother-in-law sitting in the sun, and my father-in-law and husband have some major Irish blood and the sun just does not agree with them. Me, being the japanese, I offered to swelter. My only suggestion would be to maybe invest in some type of awning you can retract at night that would cover the entire lanai area during the day. I saw others who were also seated outside and they were trying, sometimes successfully, to skooch their chairs over to the shade to cover parts of their bodies, if they were the ones sitting in the sun. Will definitely be going back!!! Thank you Tiki's for a fabulous Mother's Day experience!!!
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Miho W.

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Thomas T.

Was there this Saturday with a friend. We saw a duo , I had seen before on other venues and really like, Wade on the guitar and Tioni as singer with an incredible voice. Love their song choices. We had such a great time looking at the sunset and listening to these beautiful songs. The service was very fast, friendly and attentive. We just had the buffalo chicken wings and they were great too, big and juicy with great flavor. Will be back soon, hope to see and listen too Wade and Tioni there again.
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Jeremy W.

Great service! Great drinks! Great food! Highly recommended place to visit! Made our stay so much better and we visited tikis everyday we were there.
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Aphirak B.

We have been to Tiki's for Mother's Day brunch for the past three years. With all you can eat brunch for under $40, it is the best deal you can find in Waikiki for Mother's Day, esp with unlimited snow-crab and king-crab. In addition to carbs, there are other seafoods choices on their buffet line, salmon, mahi-mahi, fresh pokes. If you're feeling more like breakfast, you will enjoy crab cake Eggs Benedict, Omelet station, bacon, Portuguese sausage, pancake, variety of cheeses and list goes on. In sum, our family liked Tiki's so much that we will come back every year for our annual Mother's Day brunch! (I would give Tiki's five stars but for the parking. We had to wait more than 30 minutes for parking.)
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Lillian Z.

(This review is for the dinner experience at Tiki's.) Yes, Tiki's is admittedly super touristy. You can probably already tell from the name that it plays on the Tiki theme hardcore. Tiki decor, tiki mugs, and tiki statues galore can be found here. My family and I came here for dinner on Christmas Eve, mostly because it was close by (it's right across from the Waikiki Marriott) and because everywhere else was PACKED (or not accepting walk-ins). We had an hour long wait, but on the plus side, they said that they could just text us when our table was ready, so no aimlessly hanging around. Score! Food: - Beef gyoza: We got this for free from checking-in on Yelp (as always, thank you Yelp! Freebies are the best!) I wasn't expecting much out of these gyoza because 1. they were free and 2. Kalbi beef gyoza? But color me impressed-- these were actually pretty good. Who knew that beef kalbi would taste so good in gyoza form? - Ahi poke: Going to Hawaii, I of course had poke for days, so I was almost poke-d out by this point in my trip (if there's even such a thing). The poke here was flavored pretty well, but what I actually enjoyed most was the arugula. Depending on how you feel about arugula, this can either make or break your poke experience at Tiki's. I have a mild addiction to arugula, so this was a pleasant surprise for me. And organic Hawaiian arugula with poke? Yum! Ok, and not to sell it short, the ahi poke was pretty darn good too in and of itself. - Seared island ahi tuna: This was GOOD. Even the presentation of the plate was nice. I was pretty much ahi tuna-d out by this point, but I still had room for this delectable dish. The vegetable maki sushi roll that came with this was pretty bland though-- definitely needed to be drowned in sauce before eating. - Macnut crusted fresh Hawaiian fish: The fresh catch of the day when we went was mahi-mahi. My sister really enjoyed this. I was pleasantly surprised by the macadamia nuts in the crust-- such an interesting twist on the dish. - Miso butterfish: This was a fan favorite in my family. There's an asian fusion twist to this dish (duh, miso), so be prepared for that. But seriously, this was so good! - Beachboy seafood combo: This sounded so appetizing based on the description in the menu, but in reality, I wasn't that impressed. They don't actually give you that much seafood with this platter-- one skewer of scallops and two skewers of shrimp. The flavor of the scallops and shrimp is pretty good, but the risotto/rice that comes with the dish is just drenched in butter. It almost made me feel a little sick eating it because it felt so heavy. And despite the fact that it was drenched in butter/oil, the risotto was pretty bland. - Warm green tea butter cake: My sister and mom really enjoyed this green tea butter cake, but I thought it was a bit on the sweet end. This is about par for the course for my family though because my mom and sister both enjoy sweets more than I do, so take from that what you will. The food was good, albeit somewhat expensive, but the reason why Tiki's really gets 4 stars from me is because of the atmosphere: - The setting: Beachfront view is a plus. - The live music: I am kind of a sucker for live music. It adds a certain charm to a place, and it totally fit with the general vibe of Tiki's to have a live musician/band here. - The service: Our server (Karen) was pretty much amazing! Before we even realized that there was something that we needed, she was at our table with it. She brought us a water jug to refill our glasses at the precise moment when we realized that we needed water, she brought a box for leftovers before we even got around to asking for it, and she was just all around a super sweet and attentive server. Plus stars for Karen alone! tl;dr: I'd like to come back to try Tiki's during happy hour sometime. Like I said above, the food was good, albeit a little expensive, but I would come here for the atmosphere if you can stand the whole tiki theme. Live music and a beachfront view = plus!
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Sarah K.

Poor service from the start. I was told to wander around the terrace to find a table as it was 'first in first served'. Surely the waitresses knew there were no tables free?! I asked another waitress if she had seen any free tables and was again told the same thing. Waitresses seemed uninterested. I had fish and chips which was exactly that. No salad nothing fancy. Was fine but not above average. Would not bother to eat there again.
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Maria G.

Tiki's....how you have fallen from grace. I loved you and your casual outdoor dining experience. I had one of my first meals in Honolulu here and throughout the years I brought guests here and I even had my rehearsal dinner here with 20+ members of my family. Over the years, the quality of your food has plummeted and the quality of your servers (probably due to the high turnover) is abysmal. Gone are days of magical sunsets at your bar, it has disappeared along with your infamously delicious kalua pig nachos and your allure. Sadly, we must now part never to reunite.
(2)
Kim D.

Drinks are awesome, fries are great!! Fish was dry, and they need fans it's very warm!
(3)
Nicole B.

I made a reservation for Tiki's online after reading reviews on yelp. It was for a birthday dinner for me and my sister on a quick little weekend vacation. Everything ran very smoothly, we were seated quickly, and sat us in a spot with a great view (which I had requested when I made the reservation online). Our waitress was very friendly and we enjoyed the small talk we had with her (she was from our hometown)! The food was delicious and the wait time was very short. The food is a little pricey, but I would say worth it.
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E-lie P.

Romolo is the best! So I've decided to celebrate my son's birthday in Hawaii. I looked on yelp on where to go to eat. Tiki's caught my eye. They have very nice reviews, the food looks great, very nice atmosphere! Since it's my son's birthday, I want it to be special. So I emailed the place, ask them some questions blah blah. The guy I've been talking, Michael, was the owner (or supervisor, I forgot lol), he was so nice. He recommended some of their best, he even told me that my son will be welcomed with Lei and he made sure that my family will have an amazing time in his restaurant. And yes, we did have an amazing time there! Romolo was our server! Awesome guy! He even showed us his daughter's picture and some videos, apparently, his daughter is an actress from Hawaii Five O. A very proud dad there! He recommended a lot. He was so patient with us *(we're very indecisive lol). Food came. It was delicious! He kept coming back to see how we're doing. He was attentive! Then he came back again with these handsome men and they started singing happy birthday 5o my son, they even have this conch!! My son was soo happy! 10 stars for them!! We had a nice souvenir pictures from the restaurant. There's this lady who's taking pictures of their guests and you can buy it for $20. There was a band playing that night and I think they do have different bands every night which is cool. The restaurant itself relaxing with a very nice ambience. You can watch the sunset while having a very nice dinner. You guys are awesome! I'll be back soon! Hopefully!
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Regina M.

We stopped in here because our room wasn't ready. That seems to be the trend for other visitors who have reviewed this restaurant. The food overall is mediocre and reminds me of a Hawaiian Applebee's or Friday's. We both ordered the mixed plate. Being from San Francisco, I would rate the Kim Chee and the beef bulgogi as terrible and tasteless. The fish was nice. We also ordered the coconut shrimp which was okay. Drinks were very weak and juices used were watery and tasteless, but the souvenir glass was fun for an extra $4. I love tiki glasses. The staff was friendly, but not skilled. The menus are sticky. We likely will not return. I would recommend searching further for a nicer place with better food and a nicer view.
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Nam N.

Hella touristy, I know. But it's convenient! We were meeting a friend for Happy Hour in Waikiki and figured Tiki's would be an easy and convenient spot. We grabbed a table on the patio so we could catch the breathtaking sunset. Service was really slow, albeit it was a bit busy. When our waitress finally came over, we placed our drink orders. I went for the House Mai Tai and the Soft Shell Crab Po' Boy Slider. Drink = BLEH! Overly sweet and barely had any booze in it. Totally disappointing. Food = Soft Shell Crab Po' Boy Slider --- DELISH. First of all, let's talk about the fact that they use Taro buns! Whaaaa??? Pillow-like, gently sweet, and so good! Like the Punalu'u taro bread good! The crab was actually quite sizeable. It was deep fried but the flesh was still tender and moist. Quite good with the chili mayo. But I did think the kimchee was a bit on the bland side. Over all, it was average. Can't beat the sunset view and my dish was good but the service, drinks, and price just didn't seem worth it for me.
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Jonathan C.

Love this place! The food was good, the service was great and the view of the ocean was spectacular. Not to mention the tasty mango pina colada that came in a coconut cup you can take home. I'm a total fan. One of my favorite places to hang out when in Waikiki.
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Shannon B.

The kalbi beef potstickers are a must and the mix plate is amazing! The fish is perfectly seasoned and the chicken Katsu is delicious, the food came very fast and the servers are very nice ! If you come to Waikiki you have to go here!
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Daniel C.

Hello, I went to Tikis with my wife tonight. Evan was an amazing server. He was so informative and courteous. I had the surf and turf and my wife had the filet. Both were excellent. I have been in the service industry for years and the service here was excellent.
(5)
Kristine R.

We went here for lunch and there was no wait to get a table. The hostess immediately asks if you prefer a table inside or outside and we of course wanted to eat outside. The view from our table was great! Great view of Waikiki Beach. Food is good and they had a good variety of things to choose from on the menu whether you like American food or Asian food: The Pesto Spinach fettuccini was the bomb!!! My husband got the Poi Burger which he said was one of the best burgers he's ever had. The prices in the menu were also very reasonable for Waikiki!
(5)
Zette B.

Came for A Birthday dinner which was amazing to see the sunset from our table. Food was very tasty and plated beautifully the ambience was sweet and a great location. Manager found out that we were celebrating a birthday that he gave us free pupu.... My prime rib was cooked perfect with no blood and what a good size and great price for a kamaaina, my HB beach boy seafood combo was a 5 star awesomeness. (Want more) Our waiter KEN was very knowledgeable and very courteous. This was my 1st time here and we loved it and will be back!!! Hats off TIKI BAR AND GRILL....
(5)
Jasmin P.

Our waitress was Serena. Just WONDERFUL. We found open seating on the patio and had a great view of the beach. We ordered (2) lava flows, heavy coconut milk, light strawberry purÃ©e. 1 order of the coconut shrimp, and 1 veggie burger with Guac. I cannot say enough positive things about this joint! The food was absolutely delicious, service was on point, and the musician was just as good! Serena even offered to give me a complimentary birthday dessert to go because I was so stuffed. (how sweet). this is located right above our hotel (Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel) & we are so satisfied! Will be back as much as we can while we are here in Waikiki. Thank you Serena!
(5)
Lori I.

I like the new stuff that's happening at Tiki's. COFFEE/ESPRESSO BAR This is much better use of that corner right when you walk in! I assume this is mostly for the hotel guests and not people leaving the restaurant, but if you need a cup of coffee, look no further! SERVICE This past time we went we had a guy named Kim. He provided excellent service without being too intrusive. We go there so much that we've had almost all of the servers, but this time was our first time meeting Kim. I got my glass liter of water this time. My daughter got her taro rolls with that yummy vanilla butter, we all had utensils, our drinks arrived right away. Can't complain here. Service was 5-stars. KIDS MENU I know this sounds silly but at this restaurant, for us, it comes down to the kids menu. This place actually won "best kids menu" a few years ago, so the ONLY reason we come is because the KIDS love this place. But earlier this year it seemed like the chef didn't care about the kids stuff so we stopped coming. THIS TIME, the kids chicken strips were way better. They weren't charred beyond recognition like the last time. I think they may even be making their own chicken strips, because they tasted more "real" than "processed". Even my son said "They changed brands or something because this chicken strip is much better", and we ordered TWO ORDERS. The grilled cheese was good and the FRIES WERE CRISPY. Two more orange frisbees to go! BATHROOMS now require a key and have a door handle so you don't have to touch the sticky icky door (which is still sticky, even though it looks like they painted it(?). FOOD Everything is pretty good on the menu. I like how they label all the GLUTEN FREE items. The guava BBQ ribs are good, get extra sauce and dip the fries in it. Mmmm. The price point is about $25-30/entree, unless you live here and get the kama'aina happy hour prime rib plate for $15. PARKING To make up for the expensive food, at least you get 3 hours of free validated parking, so make good use of your 3 hours and don't forget to take care of the valet. This place is expensive but the sunsets are gorgeous, and the atmosphere is awesome. And for that, we are willing to spend a little more, because the kids just love Tiki's.
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Tanya E.

Went yesterday for lunch with my bf. Our server was Leo. We started our meal by ordering the Kalbi Gyoza with a coupon that I gave Leo. They were ok, nothing special. What you would expect from a bar. I also thought it was strange that Leo only gave us one share plate. Shortly after I ordered us drinks off the happy hour menu. $5 Mai Tai and Blue Hawaii, not a bad price. Ok tasting as well. Then we ordered the Thai salad and beef poke. The salad was amazing. Very balanced in textures and nicely dressed. The beef poke was described as being flash seared prime rib. When we got it the meat was well done and very chewy. When we asked Leo why it didn't fit its description he let us know that the kitchen cooks it all the way through and it was steak, not prime rib. We decided to trade it in for the poke bowl. That was much better and it fit it's description. To sum up, if I received another gift card to eat here I would return. However this is not somewhere I would frequent. Food and service were average.
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Polly Ann M.

Danielle was an awesome server yiha! She is on it! There when you need her. Tiki's is the BEST place to be, great entertainment and food so yummy ,pupu menu is awesome, not to mention the great happy hour drinks hmmm hmmm. The view over looking our ocean , what an unreal feeling, such a PERFECT place!
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Greg A.

We are locals and unlike most Waikiki restaurants, Tiki's Bar and Grill is tourist and local friendly! I am even surprised that they got Kama'aina dinner specials from 5pm to 7pm. Michelle the Matride was very very hospitable! I was super happy that you could show us to our table. I also did an online reservation so getting seated was quick even though my party arrived 20 minutes earlier. Daniel our server was cheerful and pleasant to suggest the right beer (it's $6 for the Longboard lager on tap and tasted real smooth with my prime rib). The Kama'aina deal for the 10 oz prime rib meal is only $15! That's a deal especially since you are in Waikiki! I suggest to order it medium-rare. I also tried the prime rib poke and it's consistencies was even better than the prime rib plate! The plate comes with grilled veggies and mashed potatoes. The Mai Tai is sweet but had the right amount of alcohol. You get a lot of food for what you pay. As a courtesy you also get taro rolls with vanilla butter, and when you check in on Yelp, you earn a free kalbi gyoza and it's real delicious. It was crispy and meat tasted fresh (not frozen) and it was not oily. It has a Siracha mayo and Teri sauce drizzled on it. You can tell that the cooks take pride in their food bc they place the food very handsomely (just look at my photos)! If you want to do a large party they have a designated area or if you want extra privacy you can go up on the other floor with an open balcony to over see the ocean! I really was full by the end of my food and drinks but the manager hooked us up with a desert on the house! Praise God! I couldn't deny their gratitude so we got the green tea butter cake and it was melt in your mouth scrumptious. There was fruits and a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the center. My stomach made room instantly after one bite! Thank you Tiki Bar and Grill staff! I will be back for another time and maybe even for happy hour. :D
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Penny M.

We shared the free app along with coconut shrimp, and lettuce wraps all very good. We sampled some local longboard beer and also ordered a custom frozen baileys drink that came with an umbrella and cherries! The margarita was yummy! The tequila shot came with salt on the rim and a lime wedge.
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Jun R.

This is a good place to hangout in for dinner or cocktails. They had live Hawaiian music (nothing cheesy) with hula dancers when we were there and the staff all seem genuinely friendly. The lettuce wraps and chicken wings are both winners as well as the lava flow and mai tai. Come before sunset, get a nice table facing the water and enjoy the setting sun. Great way to end the day.
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Pri Y.

Michelle was amazing and super nice! The steak was super crispy yet juicy on the inside!! The mashed potatoes perfect and the drinks were perfection! Loved it!
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Desiree V.

We came here because our Uber driver recommend this place. They had a very good band and the waitress was really nice and sweet. The food is good and the price reasonable. What really bothered me was the restroom. It's outside the restaurant and you have to enter a pin code to get in. I wouldn't really mind any of it but, at least the ladies room, was pretty dirty and gross. I would have loved a second beer but the fact that it would make me go back to that bathroom held me back. We would definitely come back here and recommend it to others but just avoid using the restroom
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Matt O.

The "pork wings" were absolutely amazing!!!! Great atmosphere and service as well. And can't beat the view of Waikiki Beach!
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Kana M.

Staying at the Aston Waikiki beach hotel... Had to come to try this place and so glad we did!!! Our server was so friendly and quick!!!! We ordered the steamed fish in tomato broth which was very light and tasty!!!! Kids had chicken teriyaki (which the sauce wasn't too sweet) and grilled cheese... Definitely a must try
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Marcus A.

Not as good as I had anticipated based on other reviews. Everything was adequate just not above ordinary. It really was like a hotel restaurant. As a group we ordered the coconut shrimp, it was fine. Poke, pretty good. Fish tacos, just okay. One other thing that I can't honestly remember what it was. Server was nice though, quirky is how I would describe him.
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Tim A.

This was easily my favorite place to go to in Honolulu. The bar makes fantastic drinks with a wonderful view of the ocean. You have to order the 1944 Trader Vic Mai Thai. It is the best Mai Thai that i have ever had. My girlfriend and I found ourselves coming back to this spot just about everyday we were on the island. It helped that our hotel was across the street and looked down on this bar. We ordered a bunch of different apps and liked them all. Miss this place.
(5)
Nancy S.

This has become our go to place for happy hour and Adam, the bartender, has made the experience exceptional! Great drinks, great food, great view and hula dancers every Thursday night. What more could you ask for? Thanks Adam
(5)
Kevin B.

With a name like this, and the fact that it's in Waikiki, and that it is located in a hotel, everything about this place was setting me up for disappointment. It actually turned out to be kind of amazing. We only went in for pre-nap pupus and a drink. The chicken wings were fabulous, and should be the mark of any good pupu menu. I'd go back to check out the rest of the lunchtime stuff.
(5)
Kashayne T.

I was in Hawaii on summer 2013 for 6 days. It was Best restaurant in Hawaii i discover so far.
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Ashley Y.

GRRRR if only this place wasn't so pricey. But then again, given the location, I guess I wasn't surprised. I went during their happy hour, so a few of their drinks were $3 and $5. Not sure how much they go for normally, but I'd say that it was a decent discount. Since happy hour is always that awkward time in the afternoon, our group of 6 wasn't keen on ordering a meal's worth of food. So we decided on a couple of dishes that we thought would suffice as an afternoon snack. The guava short ribs were delicious. Pricey, as I mentioned earlier, but almost totally worth it. Meat was tender with a slight crisp from the grill, but that sauce was absolute perfection. I was just mad that it only came with 4 ribs...I was definitely expecting a more generous serving size. Our group of 6 somehow managed to evenly dissect the 4 ribs. Our second dish was the prime rib poke (can't remember the exact name, but you'll see it in the appetizer section). I HIGHLY recommend getting it with avocado. Would never have thought of that pairing, but hey, I'm glad our waiter convinced us. It was delicious! I personally liked the prime rib better than the short ribs, but both were really good. Overall, I'd say this place is a little overpriced for what you get. I'd go broke if I came during a normal meal time... life of a college student. But if those two dishes were representative of the rest of the food here, I'll definitely be back....someday!
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Jason P.

This place is Awesome! Best bartenders in Honolulu! Ask for Captain or Matt at bar, they are great and fun guys!!! Live music on patio is great. We visited every night of our trip. A must stop
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Jamie M.

I had such a positive experience here with my friend that I decided to pay another visit. I tried the smoked meat and the Kalbi gyoza. The smoked meat was great. The gyoza was good but nothing great. The reason for the decrease in stars is that the service was/is awful. I was able to write this while I waited for my server to come back. While he went to every table around us numerous times, he left our drinks empty (including my boyfriend's water) for over twenty minutes. (See picture) I'm ready to take my business else where if I can actually get my check. I'm so miffed that I'd rather pay full price for a drink than stay here and pay happy hour prices. update...I chased down another server to get our chAfter spectacular service at Duke's, I think I will go there instead when I have out-of-town guests or when I want to go to a beach bar. Dukes was 4xs as busy as tikis, but the service was 100xs better.
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Carrie H.

Omg the pork quesadilla is the shiznit! I'm from California and know my quesadillas- this one is a must try! If you are looking for a quesadilla with a Hawaiian flair (who isn't?) give this guy a try! Also nice ocean views, cool local music and friendly servers!
(4)
Tom S.

Perfect place to be across from the beach in Waikiki for lunch. Well above average "bar food" fare and kid friendly. Staff was very nice and prices were reasonable for the area.
(4)
Victor L.

Hidden on the second floor next to a pool, this is one of the few bars that I've visited in Waikiki that offered Tiki cups as souvenirs. If you would like to buy a souvenir cup, feel free to go here. The Lava Flow here tasted great and I would definitely recommend this place for tourists. The tiki cups are $4 extra with a drink while $9 without a drink. The drinks are around $8.50 anyways, so if you're going to buy extra tiki cups, just give the extra for more alcohol (I didn't). I ordered the ahi tuna tartare. The tartare included a pile of roughly chopped avocados. They could definitely modify this recipe by chopping up the avocado a bit more so scooping the avocado onto the crostinis would be a lot easier. In addition, unless you overpile the tartare on the crostinis, you're going to run out of the crunchy carb, so I would suggest a few more pieces of crostinis to remedy this.
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Guy B.

Great drinks! Try the 1944! Or try 6 to really enjoy your night. A small group of us, started in the bar with apps. Wings- delicious Rib eye poke - awesome Lettuce wraps - perfect Gyoza- free for yelp check in and tasty! Then off to the dining room we shared a duck plate and Japanese short rib plate. Both delicious! Live music every night and can be a bit crowded...
(5)
Koryn F.

We had our wedding at the Coconut Club on April 30, 2015. Pros: - The venue blew us and guests away. The view is the reason we booked this place, and with the awesome sunset it did not disappoint. - The service was top notch - our bartenders were friendly, quick and entertaining. One of them even used our ukelele to sing us a wedding song, which was a highlight of the night! - We were able to store our decor items the night before so we didn't have to bring it with us since we were unable to set up the morning of. - Sound system is adequate, it suit our needs perfectly. - We had the "Oahu" buffet and the food was amazing - our guests loved it. It was a good variety and everything was delicious. We had debated on getting the next level up but we really didn't need any more food. Some of our guests were even able to take home some leftovers. - Leading up to the event, they were quick to respond and accommodate our every need. Cons: - Making the final payment - we didn't realize we would be expected to make our payment that evening so we didn't bring our wallets, and they wouldn't let us pay the following morning nor would they allow us to phone with our credit card information once we got back to our hotel that night, so the groom had to run 5 blocks back to our hotel to get our credit card while the bride had to stay behind as collateral essentially. Kind of put a damper on the evening as we were exhausted and just wanted to go home. - Big con is definitely closing time. Due to the venue being in a hotel and being concerned with noise level as it is an outdoor venue, we had to end our party by 10pm. We knew this in advance but loved the location and view so went with it anyway. - Getting up to the venue is tricky with the elevator system in the Aston. We weren't guests of the hotel so we had to have a host bring us and our guests up. Since there is smoking (which is a definite pro), any guests that had to smoke needed to be escorted back up. Not the most convenient system but very minor. - There is only one bathroom with one toilet in the venue. Was not an issue for us as we only had 30 guests, but I believe they can accommodate much more so I would take this into consideration if I was planning a bigger event.
(5)
Catherine G.

This place is across the way from our hotel. And given that it looked like the people were having so much fun and it was busy, we figured we were missing out and had to go. Welp, curiosity now squashed we were left just really disappointed. We really wanted to love this place. We wanted to really enjoy everything about it and all it had to offer... we just couldn't. Seating was only available on the lanai so we had a limited menu to choose from. However, I'm assuming that the food comes out of the same kitchen for the rest of the restaurant as it does the bar area... so we weren't missing out. Realizing right away that this was bar food, I figured that it was going to be smaller plates more designed for sharing. So right away I got the Crab and Boursin Cheese dip and the small 4 bone plate of ribs. My husband got yet another burger... Because service was good and our server was really nice this place got 2 stars. Otherwise I'd have knocked it down to 1 star. The food... I don't know what they do to "revive" it, but my ribs were charred black on one side and then partly cold on the other. The same with the crab and cheese dip. It was crusty and bubbled on the top but in the middle was lukewarm. (At that moment i prayed that I would not get food poisoning from improperly cooked food.) The chips that were served with the crab and cheese dip... pretty stale. And you know, I always get on my husband about not eating the onions (I LOVE ONIONS) but even this chunky bit inside of the dip was too much for my tastes. My husbands burger.. well he ate only the meat so there's not much to comment on that. What more can I say about this place? Not much. It's a hot mess.. without the hot when it comes to their food. I'd probably say that this is worst food we've had since arriving to the island. I'm hoping for a lot better than this when we're not too tired to venture future and drive in Waikiki.
(2)
Clayton B.

Best bar and band (Vaihi) in Waikiki, IMHO. We had a great time here, and hope to get back again soon.
(5)
Bogdan K.

Wow what a tourist trap, having lived here for 3 years and jogging by it every morning, ok wobbling by it once in a while, I thought why not pop in and see this place at evening time. The surf and turf seemed more like a mushed up meal at a old peoples home, as did he crab dip ! Is that even possible ? Save yourself the hassle and get room service !
(1)
David N.

So once again Tiki's does not disappoint. The guava ribs, monk fish are amazing. Our waiter Bobby did an amazing job making sure we were treated like Hawaiian Royalty! Thanks again Michael for a great evening! You're always our first stop in Waikiki!
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Lee P.

We sat there for 15 mins without being even noticed. Upon alerting the management that we were in need of at least water, the waitress gestured rudely that she would "be right there." 5-6 mins later we opted to just walk out. We are one of a million tourists I know, but if this review will prevent one of you reading this from going, then one in a million isn't so small. An example of the worst experience due to such poor customer service I've seen in a while.
(1)
Glexi G.

Love the view during sunset.
(3)
Lani Y.

This place is perfect if you are either a tourist or happen to get off work before 2:00pm and have no qualms about drinking it up before the sun has set :) Some things that my friends who go here often did not know is that you can park at the Aston Waikiki Beach (the valet parking even!) and get three hours of free parking with validation. Really handy! We got here early enough to get a spot outside by the railing so we had a fantastic view. It is a rather tight fit since they have as many tables as they can possibly fit out on the lanai (and understandably so), but just be aware that if you are looking for a quiet or intimate place for a date, there will be someone no less than two feet from you. The service is rather meh, but that isn't surprising for Waikiki. Not too much care about having locals come back if tourists will always cycle in and out. We got our photos taken but we never got to see them. Oh well! All in all, go here for the view, have a mai tai or two, and enjoy the live music. If that is what you are looking for, Tiki's will deliver.
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Jose M.

Loved the atmosphere! My wife and I were looking for a late night dinner near the beach and Tiki's was just the place! Really good Mai Tai's and the restaurant actually has a really nice lanai facing the ocean. Live music was a plus!
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Bill P.

Wow.. What a place... Had a great time.. Good prices on drinks and the staff was super cool.. Way better than those over priced spots that promise a view,,, this is it.. Awesome !!' And the live music is great ,,!
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Daisy K.

Right on Waikiki Beach + plus I had a coupon for a free pork quesadilla from the Aloha Brochure I got from Aston Circle's reception desk. I love free food -- so I was down to come here. Plus they have happy hour -- $3 sex on the beaches and $5 margaritas? Yes, please. Ordered the Kahlua Pork nachoes which was a mountain of chips, cheese, guac, sour cream & pork. Share between 2 people! I made an attempt and got 60% through it before I decided I was about to explode. Sex on the Beach was good for $3, although it could have used another kick. Boyfriend ordered ribs -- which looked okay. Nothing fabulous for the price, but it was fine. The free appetizer really helped. Service was nice. Except when the waiter decided to kick a pigeon into me. HE KICKED A PIGEON AT ME. It was pretty disgusting and I made it clear I was horrified + didn't think it was cool. Plus, pigeon probably decided to pee out of fear -- and I felt it on my leg. Thanks, Waiter. You suck, a lot. Who does that anyway? While I'm eating? Yeah, nice. ... ASIDE FROM THAT, food was okay. Good view of the beach if you sit outside. Oh, it's also good to note that they have two menus -- one for inside, one for the outside. Essentially the one for dining inside was 2x more.
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Tracy D.

This has been our favorite restaurant yet. Great atmosphere with a varied menu that wasn't the traditional boring American food. I loved the chicken artichoke pasta and my husband enjoyed the ribeye. The dishes at tables around us looked fabulous too. We're definitely coming back and sitting in Terry's section; she's awesome!
(5)
Bruce L.

Great place to eat .. Live Music (hard to find seats .. go early) Love their Calamari Cake .. Tasty and delicious Staff are great .. very helpful .. A little pricey but worth it
(5)
Cliffy J.

I go to Hawaii as much as I can and I always find myself in Tiki's at least once during my trip. Awesome service and cool crowd, cool music as well. I ordered regular Mai Thais but then my bartender suggested a version that was not on the menu as far as I know.. it was AWESOME Thanks THOMAS! Best bartender ever. The Coconut shimp by the way are also some of the best I have had in the touristy areas. Good stuff all around, I strongly recommend this place if you are new to Honolulu and just want to meet some cool people
(5)
Deanna B.

Plus 10 time over.
(5)
Rob W.

We arrived and were told the wait would be about ten minutes and we could have a drink in the bar while we waited for our table. We decided to wait it out and we were seated pretty quickly. I had the coconut fried shrimp which came out lukewarm and my girlfriend had the previously frozen butterfish (black cod) and we decided to share. The shrimp was good aside from being lukewarm and the butterfish was tasty aside from being previously frozen. All in all it was ok. Nothing to write home about.
(3)
Steve B.

Wow, another great experience @ Tiki's!!!! Love taco Tuesdays!!! Tomas is a great bartender and makes one of the best margaritas I have ever tasted!!!! I have been coming to Tiki's for years and always enjoy the friendly staff, good music and comfortable location. Great place for drinks & sunset. Dinner is always great and I highly recommend the calamari pupu. YUMMY!! When not sitting at the bar with Tomas, I ask for Conner when dinning at an ocean view table. As a 6+ year local I highly recommend Tiki's Bar & Grill for good food, terrific staff and an outstanding view!!! Steve in Kapahulu
(5)
Kristine Y.

We had our wedding rehearsal dinner here on a Friday night at the top level Coconut Club. The food was really good, especially the ribs. And the bartenders and wait staff were really nice and attentive. Alyssa was also very quick about returning all of our emails and questions leading up to the event. The view from the Coconut Club was just amazing and on Friday nights fireworks go off over Waikiki - a very nice romantic touch to the evening. Our families and wedding party had a great time with us here.
(5)
Chanel S.

This place is centrally located to the beach, looks impressive from the outside and near some beautiful sunset shots; however, the service was not the best. I would go back to enjoy the sunset and buy a Hawaiian lei.
(2)
Crissy T.

Can't say it was the worst meal we had but it was close. I rarely leave negative comments but if Tiki's didn't have great views of the ocean, this would be a zero star review. The prices are crazy, the portions are tiny. This is an atmosphere ONLY restaurant. If you want drinks with a killer view, save your money & go to The Edge Bar in the Sheridan or have dinner at Tropics in the Hilton Hawaiian Village.
(2)
Colleen B.

Great dinner, great service. The drinks were tasty, the food well-prepared (we had ahi, macadamia encrusted mahi mahi, and the rib dinner and everyone was happily satiated) and our host Jenny was super friendly. Only downside was the photographer who comes and takes a picture without really explaining what it's for (says its for a free postcard), then tries to sell you a copy or two. I suppose it's to be expected, people want to upswell and to make a buck off the tourists and everyone wants mementos of their holidays, but in an age when everyone has camera phones/cameras it seems redundant and awkward. Oh well! The view is really lovely if you can time it right around sunset.
(4)
BLT T.

Held a small high school reunion at Tiki's Bar and Grill and had a great experience. The event staff, specifically Mike and Tiare, were very helpful. They returned all of our emails and phone calls promptly, answered all of our questions, and were very accommodating. It was so easy to plan, they took care of everything. We had a group of about 30 people and sat outside on the lanai. They did a really good job at sectioning off an area just for us. So even though the event was on the public outdoor lanai, it felt extremely private and intimate, but not too crowded. It was quite perfect! The food was also delicious. The standout dishes were the: Mac nut mahi, the three mushroom risotto, and the mango coconut cake! And the servers and bartenders that night were very very friendly and patient. Good fun!
(5)
Jessica E.

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful experience here at Tiki's because of our amazing server, Nick! He went above and beyond what was expected, we talked to him about it being our first time to the Island and he wrote a list of places for us to visit (which we did, and they were all great recommendations). We were super chatty and he was able to be interested and active in the conversation while still politely and professionally letting us know he would be right back after checking in on other customers. We ordered a bottle of champagne and I had the Friday Hawaiian plate (huge, tons of great food), and my boyfriend had fresh ahi. The food was good, the view was great, but the service was exceptional! Thank you for an amazing experience Nick!
(5)
Kaitlyn K.

Food and drinks were amazing!! Our waitress Jennifer was so nice and made sure we had everything we needed! We will be spending a lot of time here for sure!!
(5)
Hugo M.

This place is as touristy as tourist traps get. And that's saying something because this is downtown Waikiki we're talking about here. The food is either too bland or too salty, and the crowd feels like they're made up of Spring Breakers and Mad Max's. The only saving grace is the live music and the exuberantly big drinks - which, honestly, you will need!
(2)
Ren A.

My friend & I were heading back to our hotel when we heard live music playing. We decided to go their the following night. It was busy, but decided to stay since there's a spot for us. We were seated outside. It has great view, entertainment & service! We asked our waitress to take our picture together & she took it for us knowing that she was busy. Loved that we get to keep our coconut for souvenir. Would go back again!
(4)
Rose B.

Delicious, close to my hotel and close to the beach. This place would have to be horrible to make me not like it. Their menu is pricy compared to what they could charge in other states but it was within a price that seemed reasonable. Definitely try their drink that comes in the keepsake tiki mugs. I have two and they're wonderful.
(4)
Asako O.

After watching an episode of Hawaii Five-O being filmed at Tiki's Grill & Bar I was inspired to check this restaurant out. I made reservations on-line from Tiki's website for an early dinner. Very convenient. Arrived to find out that we had the option to be seated inside or outside on the lanai. We chose an outside table and asked if a table overlooking Kalakaua Avenue and the beautiful ocean view was available. Our request was fulfilled as we had a spectacular view and can catch a glimpse of the sun setting. Was very pleased with the great service as our waitress came to check on us and always made sure our glass was filled. At one point she left a glass bottle of chilled water on our table for us which was not only classy but convenient. She then brought a basket of warm and soft taro rolls which was served with whipped banana butter. Wow! What a different and unique combination. Started the evening by ordering from the appetizer menu, the prime rib poke. It is seared prime rib cubes and sliced round onions topped with pipikaula aioli on a bed of baby greens. It was so good! Got rice? From the entree menu I ordered the ginger soy grilled salmon and my husband ordered the guava glazed baby back ribs. My salmon was marinated in a teriyaki sauce, grilled, placed over mashed potatoes, topped with two asparagus tempura then drizzled with a wine nori onion sauce. OMG! Fantastic! The winner was the full rack of baby rack ribs glazed with the guava sauce and served with french fries. The meat was so tender soft it fell off the bone. Guava sauce was not sweet but made the ribs so tasty. As luck would have it there was no room for dessert. But even though the food was a bit pricey it was all well worth it. Will definitely be back to dine there again.
(5)
Seth N.

Stopped into Tikis tonight after a long and arduous day of sun bathing and frisbee. Service was amazing, and the food was delicious. The hula girls took our breathe away!! Carissa, our waitress was super sweet and kept the drinks flowing!! Definite return, amazing spot!!
(5)
Reba M.

Great happy hour. Live music. Ocean view. Yummy food. Friendly service.
(5)
Adam L.

We went to Tiki's on a whim while we were on vacation, and we did not regret it. Our waiter CJ was great, he recommended the 44 Mai Tai and it was delicious. We will definitely be going there again before leaving the islands.
(5)
Sovannary S.

This place was maybe a tad overpriced but the water front view is amazing and soo worth it. Espeically during HAPPY HOUR. The service couldnt get any better. The place was packed and the servers never forgot about us. They were on point!
(4)
Jess C.

First time going into Tiki's and I will DEFINITELY be back. My server Kaitlyn was amazing, very on the ball. I would recommend to anyone.
(5)
Ellie A.

Omg ask for Arvydas and Matt . My first time in Waikiki and these guys made me feel like I was coming home. They are hilarious soooo much fun. Introduced this drunk to Rumpleminze. They were so funny I felt like I was getting punked in an episode of Impratical Jokers. This is a must go to. You have to check it out you want be sorry.
(5)
Tony L.

Service - mediocre Food - appetizers are much better than the main courses. Seriously who serves a fish course in a turkey bag on a plate? Snapper dish was not cooked thoroughly and yes that is the dish served in plastic on a dish. Very disappointing presentation and when they brought the plate back out, the vegetables were now over cooked. I would not recommend this place to anyone especially when there are so many other places walking distance to choose from.
(2)
Wendy S.

Ed (the manager) and his crew do an amazing job. Everyone is super friendly and attentive. This was our 4th time here and we've always had a great experience. Our waiter was Evan and he was really nice and helpful. The food was delicious as always. I think the chef used to work at Roy's so the food was really good pacific rim cuisine. I especially liked the pupus---we had the calamari, gyoza, smoked meat, ahi tartar, and crab dip and they were all ono! For my entree I had the miso butter fish as suggested by Evan and it was a huge piece and cooked perfectly. The fish literally melted in my mouth. Others in the party had the salmon, the prime rib, and the lamb and everyone said it was good. However I do think that the pupus are the winnah and the next time I think I might just order a bunch of pupus--that way I can taste a lot of different things, won't get too full, and hopefuuly have room for dessert! (I was too full on this visit to order dessert but the desserts looked yummy!)
(5)
Anthony M.

Just ate here with my lovey wife and had Beef Gyoza as an appetizer along with drinks. The Gyoza were delicious and the drinks (Ocean Potion) were a good blend of juices and alcohol. For dinner I had the Loco Moco and my wife had the fish and chips. Her fish and chips were good if not a tad too cooked. Unfortunately, my Loco Moco was quite bland and I couldn't put enough salt on it. The service wasn't very attentive either for a period of time where they didn't seem to busy. We had to ask for someone every time we needed refills.
(2)
Amanda M.

It was alright. Service was good. I used my yelp check in offer and scored some free kalbi beef dumplings. I ordered the seared ahi salad, it had a lot of runny dressing that left the greens soggy near the last part of my meal. The ahi wasn't cut up, and it looked like it was just put on the pan without seasonings for a few seconds on each side, not really a crusty sear. My husband got the Jamaican chicken wrap, he said nothing to brag about, wasn't really Jamaican tasting and barely any chicken. My kids loved the grilled cheese and fish and chips. I tried the fish from my son's meal and was pleasantly surprised that it was actual fresh fish and not some frozen fish stick, I think it may have been Mahi Mahi or tilapia, it was white...pretty good. The kids meals came with free frisbees. Not sure I'd go back, but it wasn't terrible. Meal for 4 ran us about $65 during lunch.
(3)
Kym W.

First impression, the person at the front desk was just ok. She kinda rolled her eyes when we told her that we just called and we were told there should be no wait. Got past her and our server Lindsay was fabulous! She smiled often and brought out food out and checked on us often. Ordered chicken wings - good taste and tender, weren't on the menu. Lettuce wraps, the meat was good and tender, wasn't on the menu though. Fries - basic but hit the spot after. Day of drinking! Mozzarella salad was fresh and tasty! Check in on yelp and get a free gyoza! Glad we tried it however don't think I would come back. Lindsay rocks!!
(3)
Linh L.

Tiki's is upstairs in the Aston Waikiki Beach hotel. Awesome views. But quite hot sitting on the patio. It got a lot cooler after the sun started to go down but I would advice to bring your sunglasses and tie that hair up. We came at 5:45 on Thursday and they had love music and hula dancers. Service was great. It took a few minutes to get our menus but other than that our waitress was very friendly and kept our drinks full. The coconut shrimp was by far our favorite. The burger was tasty. No complaints but nothing crazy spectacular. The fish and chips was a big loser. The breading was a thin, oily, crust. Good fish and chips in Hawaii have been light and fluffy in every way. This was the opposite. Crust was bad and the fish was dense and grainy. Prices aren't that bad for ocean view in waikiki but not a place this local girl will frequent. Maybe a spot to hang out when we have friends from the mainland come. There happy hour seemed pretty decent. 2-5 they have $3-$5 drinks. Not for me because I'm preggers but maybe perfect for others. Not sure how long they will do this for but you can get a free gyoza with an entree if you check in.
(4)
Kayla U.

I don't make it a point to go to waikiki very often & when I do I don't usually dine there because let's face it.. Most places are just flat out tourist traps. (Over priced, over crowded & just plain terrible) this my friends is an exception! Tikis is one of the few places that I will venture in to Waikiki for. The calamari alone is worth fighting for a parking space & everything else I've tried is delicious as well! Save yourself the bad service & having to scream at your friends/ date and sit at a table in side. I've always been able to walk in with out a reservation and you'll get faster/ better service & a full menu there! Quick tip: free valet parking at the aston! Have a few drinks & appetizers here while watching the sunset for a date night or just to enjoy what people from all over the world come to hawaii for!
(4)
Sarina A.

If you are staying at The Aston, especially with an infant, this restaurant is very convenient. Not only is this restaurant right below you, but you can enjoy their good food with the view of Waikiki. The ambiance is touristy, but I dont mind it because I like touristy things and plus I am a tourist here. The restaurant offers validation if you park here and if you check in through Yelp you get a free order of kalbi beef gyoza. These factors are already a big advantage. I tried the tiki torched hawaiian ahi tataki- flavorful and fresh prime rib poke- excellent and a must try kalbi beef gyoza- just ok, but free with Yelp check in crab & boursin cheese luau dip- lots of crab that tasted fresh miso butterfish- the fish is melt in your mouth good, theres ginger on top of the fish that added a good kick, the miso mustard vinagrette under the brown rice can be a little overpowering my least favorite dish was the kalbi beef. everything else tasted so fresh that this didnt get much of a reaction from me. i honestly couldnt didnt even tell that it was kalbi beef. The portion size for all the dishes are just right. The presentation is done well. The staff was very enthusiastic and professional, and I would definitely come back when I visit again.
(4)
Mariah L.

Me and my friend were staying at the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel, and we would always see that this place was busy, especially at night! So we decided to have a late lunch over there. The yelp- checkin offer gave a free beef gyoza appetizer which were saucy and delicious. As for my entree, I had the Tuna Tartare, I found the tuna to be really good, but I couldn't really finish all the avocado that came with it, but it complimented each other very well. My friend on the other hand had the Kahalu'u Smoke Meat with a side of rice, which was absolutely delicious! Perfectly steamed and flavored, super yummy! Our server was very friendly, but service was a bit on the slow-side. But, I would go back again if I'm ever in Hawaii. :)
(4)
Danielle A.

My fiance and I came here the night we got engaged (we didn't get engaged here, obvi) but they were so nice and accommodating! The hostesses sat us in a spot with a nice view of the sunset, in a corner further away from people, so we got to bask in the glow of engaged-dom. The food was really good, but let's get real--the future hubby and I were drunk. The drinks they served were amazing and strong... I mean STRONG. I don't remember much but I'm sure we were stumbling out of the restaurant and probably left too much tip.... oh well. Anyway, if you're down to have a good time and slam back some corny-looking but strong-ass drinks, come here.
(4)
Ninarae N.

I don't spend enough time on the strip, but I'll tell you this...after my dining experience at Tiki's last night, I'm definitely down to make more of an effort to be out this way! Here's why... HYPES: Parking anywhere in Waikiki is always a beezy! But when you park at Aston Beach Hotel right next door, it's free valet parking with validation! What the hell beats that?! I'll tell you what beats it...the food at at Tikis! I tried the prime rib poke and it was the best decision of my week! Tasty, delicious perfection with the just the right amount of heat. Just talking about it makes me crave it! I also had the Hawaii five-o lava flow which was absolutely yummy and totally cute! I'm a sucker for the girly coconutty drinks, so quite naturally I loved it. The ambiance was wonderful. Live music, great view overlooking Waikiki beach and the turquoise sky. This place and its theme is in the prime location and prices are very reasonable for a restaurant on the strip. Rick, the bartender, is awesome! He's such a sweet guy and a 5 star bartender to say the least. GRIPES: Literally my only gripe is the service. Our server was just too damn slow. It took forever just to order drinks & my food came out before my drink. (I haaaaate when that happens.) One of my friends is good friends with the bartender and she went to check on my drink for me. He said he made the drink about 15 minutes ago and it had still been sitting at the bar waiting to be delivered. He made me a brand new drink and sent it off with my friend to bring back to me. Too bad the whole night felt like we had been forgotten. For service like this, I usually take off more than one star, but the food, music, view, company, drinks were so on point that the service didn't seem as bad. I can't wait to come back here for more food and drinks!
(4)
Jamie D.

Wow, we went here three days in a row. They have amazing happy hour specials - $3 beers/well drinks. Also, they have specialty drinks - rum runners - mai tais for $5. They make their drinks to satisfy. The calamari here is one of the best. It is not your typical "rings" that are deep fried. This is a calamari steak that is grilled. Topped with a mango salsa that is a party in your mouth alone. I rarely have the same thing from a restaurant 2-days in a row, we had this 3-days in a row. We also had the fish tacos. These are not your normal corn tortilla tacos. They are large and in charge. The staff here is fun, welcoming and on their game. Each person that works there did their job well. Also, the view is spectacular. We watched several sunsets from the outdoor balcony. This is a great place for friends and happy hour. TRY IT!
(5)
Ashley S.

I've been to Oahu 3 times now, and each time this has been the first stop for my husband and me. The atmosphere and view are exceptional, and I have yet to find a better happy hour on the strip. Highly recommend!
(5)
Brad B.

Tomas is the bomb! Great service and cold beer.
(5)
R C.

I didn't expect this place to have a horrible service and not so good food! Isn't TIKIs the place to take out of town visitors? Maybe, I heard it wrong. I don't like going to Waikiki for anything other than to maybe surf but one of my friends insisted on eating at Tikis! He read about it in his tour magazine... blah The view out the lanai was great. That deserves a STAR. Food: Burger, Cobb Salad, Coconut Shrimp,and Kalua pig nachos.I ordered my burger Med-Well, it was extremely dry/well done to the max. Fries weren't crispy nor fresh... Cobb salad could have used more cheese. Coconut Shrimp was little too oily??? I mean greasy... Nachos= the pig disappeared somewhere. Drinks: Plantation Iced Tea and draft beer. We had lunch, the place was practically empty, and still the service sucked. The server never came back to refill on water. The bar had a few guests, there were other staff members lingering around... maybe the beach and the nice day made them relax a little too much. I understand that it's a slow lunch hour and a beautiful day in paradise but hello............ someone could have asked us how our meal was. Just about 45 minutes later another lady came and asked us if we were pau... and needed to wrap our left overs. I asked for refill and told her that my burger was over cooked. She offered to take it back and ask the chef to make a new one... but I declined. I didn't want to be there for another 45 mins!!!! No Thank You. I could have just gone to Rainbow drive inn. Anyhow, my friends were pretty surprised about the whole service thing. They didn't mind their lunch. I did!!!!! I -NOT going back! ever! I don't care about their food. Just- horrible service.
(1)
Jane A.

It is rare that a place in a touristy location gets it all right... the drinks, the food and the atmosphere. Tiki's delivers all three. It was retro, tropical and tiki, as well as modern in its atmosphere. The decor ranged from original Witco to genuine Polynesian artifacts to modern interpretations by Shag and Swanson. The Ocean Potion was strong and delicious. They have a 3 visits and get a free Mai Tai promotion on 4 Square. The servers are cordial with a great sense of humor. Sitting inside is a little more formal than outside. The Kalua Pig Quesadilla was far better than expected - with cheddar, some tasty Kalua pork and some yummy corn relish. The serving was enough for two. I got the prix fixe deal so my husband and I could share the appetizer and desert, while also enjoying an entree. He had some type of shrimp pasta which was delicious. The shrimp were huge and tasted fresh. The pasta was rich and flavorful. I had the salmon which was in the top three I have ever had - and I grew up in the Northwest. it was served with a Hawaiian-flaired side dish that I don't remember. We couldn't eat desert so we took it to go- 3 selections from their amazing cart of goodies. The next day we were in heaven as we tasted the guava cheesecake, some type of coconut petit four thing and a heavenly crunchy chocolate creation. This was bar/steakhouse food with an authentic Hawaiian flair. Such an improvement over "fusion" food that is often over-blown. I would give it six stars if I could.
(5)
Keahe D.

Took friends visiting from the mainland for lunch on Friday after stand-up paddling. The location can't be beat, the food awesome, and the service was great.
(5)
Cody B.

Never again. I was actually really looking forward to checking this place out, and until I started eating, I was stoked. The place looks great, servers are very friendly and attentive. My two problems. The food, and the bill. My girlfriend's fish was great, but the rice it was served with was horrible. My bbq pork ribs were so fatty, I actually dry retched while eating them. The fries were cold, dry and old, and I had to wait 15 minutes for new fries. The drinks were ok, not an amazing mai tai by any means, but not too bad. Until I got the bill. $101 for two main meals, and three drinks. I have been to several other themed restaurants in Honolulu and paid half that for just as much. I won't be back to Tiki's.
(1)
David A.

Great food and great service. The atmosphere is pure Waikiki. My waitress was named "Skyra". She was as courteous as they get, made great recommendations, and was real pleasant. Made me feel right at home. The music each night was awesome. I will definitely return and will recommend this place to all of my friends.
(5)
Jo S.

We had high hopes for this place right when we walked in, because everyone seemed so friendly. And though everyone was super nice and friendly, we did not enjoy the Tiki's Grill. We had a large party, so we were recommended to select the prix-fixe menu, not sure if the regular menu is better. In any case, our food took forever to come out and one had to be taken back to the kitchen because it was not cooked well (and her food came out when everyone was done). This might be a good place for drinks or appetizers, but we were very disappointed with our dining experience. The only good thing I liked about this place is its location and view.
(2)
Katherine C.

My friend had mentioned Tiki's a while back, but being local, I tend to avoid Waikiki for food and drinks. My friends and I, however, won't be avoiding Waikiki anymore. Tiki's was fun, good food and great drinks (maybe a little too great for my friend, but she hung in there like a trooper). We really liked the prime rib poke and the coconut shrimp. After, having a pleasant dinner, we moved over to the bar to get our drink on. We really only meant to have a drink or 2 at the bar, since we already had 3 with our dinner, but Jay (aka Pepper) took care of us and 3-5 drinks later at the bar, we ended up staying till last call. I don't know what were in those shots but they went down smooth...my friend kept giggling that it tasted like juice. Clearly, by her giggling, it wasn't juice. All I remember was that he said there was a pomegranate liquor in it, you'll have to ask him for it, because none of us can remember what it was called ^_^ The environment was laid-back at the bar, busy and fun, without being rowdy or too crowded. The ladies will appreciate that they can have their food and drinks without some dodgy guy trying to approach them. The only sketchy dudes were the dudes we were with (just kidding Kel & Paul). There was the old dude at the bar, but that's every bar ^_^ Have Jay make you that shot. It was great and my friend and I loved it. We also loved that we don't have to add Tiki's to our list of crazy drunk stories, though the drinks were good and strong enough that we ended up sharing our "special" drunk stories :p
(5)
Simpleweeble L.

Needed to meet up with a friend visiting from the mainland so I let them pick a spot. This is the only time I ever go to Tiki's. I have to admit that the view is great and I realize that I do need to enjoy the sunsets in Waikiki more often. Ordered drinks and pupu. Stay away from the nachos. My stomach is still quesy and I'm not sure what's going to happen in the morning. It was loaded with onions and fake cheese. Still have an onion after taste. Margaritas were so-so, service-meh... I'm not a fan of the '90s tiki look. Like the atmosphere, food and drinks at Duke's way better.
(2)
Sean B.

Really nice servers, great location with a view of the ocean and the street. Loved the Mai Tais. Definitely a Waikiki staple. I've heard such good things about the food that I may try to convince my friends to go back tomorrow and get the macademia nut crusted mahi mahi.
(4)
Jon S.

My man Tomas was awesome. Funny guy, pours a great drink and knows when to fill it up. Dude knows how to read the room. Glad to have him as my bartender! Great place. The food is always good and fresh. Ahi poke rocks.
(5)
Masahiro M.

First, the environment was AWESOME! Before the sunset time, you can enjoy the beautiful waikiki beach from the balcony of this restaurant. There is always the band music so you can feel the resort vacation with great music. The food was ok, we had ordered the traditional hawaiian dinner plate, the pig dinner was too salty for us but still good match with white rice. It will be 3 stars for only food, but it have 4 stars value including the view and music! I'm not sure we will come back to this place next time, but it will be fun experience for first time comer!
(3)
Andrea L.

Had dinner inside rather in the open seating bar area because we didn't want to shout over the music. The quesadilla appetizer is very good - would definitely recommend it. For dinner I ordered the scallops with rock shrimp. The scallops looked great so I dug into them right away. After finishing one I went to try some of the shrimp and noticed that they were not fully cooked. My plate went back and although they were more cooked the second time (partially opaque), I stuck to the scallops which were more than filling. Our waitress was fantastic about the whole situation. Super professional and kept our water glasses filled (which was appreciated after having spent the afternoon in the sun).
(3)
Christopher S.

Better for dinner, but fun for lunch. Lunch - sandwich/burger/salad menu, dinner - formal menu (fish/short rib). Dinner reservations recommended! Live music at dinner, and the bar stays open late, at least until midnight, and you can usually find a seat. Friendly staff, always willing to get you a drink and take care of you. Heavy tourist area.
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Marie a.

This is a review of the bar menu only, not the indoor restaurant. I love the location, and it's one of the best places along the beach for live music. This is such a wonderful place with great decor and good drinks. It's the food that really needs improvement. I have been coming here every 3 months or so for the past seven years, but I come to Tiki's less often when I'm in town now. I want to love this place and come more often but it's hard getting others to join me when the bar menu isn't bar food. I can't exactly round up my friends and say "who wants a couple of beers and a soft shell crab po'boy." How about some ahi tartare? A beef gyoza anyone with that beer? I get that the indoor restaurant can have all the specialized foods that restaurant cares to offer. For the bar - we need bar food with the drinks. We either have to knowingly eat beforehand before we head to Tiki's for drinks or more than likely we end up eating elsewhere and just stay where we ate to drink and listen to music. Look around at how many people are ordering food compared to just drinking at night. There is a reason. A few years back Tiki's used to have a great bar menu (including the best nachos in Waikiki). Bring your old bar menu back and your customers will come more often.
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Maxine H.

After a couple hours of sunbathing at the beach, a couple friends and I were walking and decided to grab a bite to eat. We ended up wandering around and happened to come across Tiki Grill & Bar. It was happy hour in the bar/lanai so we grabbed a table outside with an amazing view of the beach and sunset. Friends and I ordered a couple drinks, the mango mojito and pina colada, and shared a couple dishes, kalua pork nachos, coconut shrimp, and tiki fish and chips. Everything was delicious. The coconut shrimp was perfectly breaded and served along side a tangy and sweet sauce. Tiki fish and chips were okay, but the kalua pork nachos were amazing. We probably could have just ordered the nachos and that would have tied us over. The service here was top notch as well. Our waiter was friendly and had a lot of good recommendations for local bars and hang outs. It was definitely a good way to finish off a day at the beach.
(4)
Nani M.

First of all, this is probably only the second time I wrote a review. So it takes a lot for me to write a review. What I appreciated most about this visit was the customer service. Rick was our main bartender, but Russ was also serving us as well. I just moved here from the mainland, and Rick talked with my mom and I all night. He treated me like I was more than a customer, and more like family. I was sooo appreciative of that since I have no friends or family out here. He even said, "Well, I know we just met, but if you ever need anything, I'm here." It was really genuine and heartfelt. (Russ was very engaging as well. He always came back and checked up on our drinks, and made small talk.) Even though it was really busy, Rick (and Russ) gave excellent customer service to not only us, but the others at the bar with us. Definitely bringing my family and friends back here when they visit! Thanks Rick and Russ!
(5)
Katty C.

This review is for their lunch menu, as I have never ate there for dinner, but it seems to be packed at night. During lunch time there are plenty of tables. The lunch menu doesn't have too much to choose from. I tried the cheese steak and the fish taco. The cheese steak is a sandwich with slices of steak covered with cheese and fried crispy onion strips. The steak is good, and the portion is huge. Too bad it doesn't comes with a dipping sauce. The fish taco is also very fresh, big portion too. I wish they put less sour cream in the the tacos, or at least put it on the side or ask me if I like it in my taco (I don't like sour cream period). The tortillas are those that are purple in color, tasted good. Price is very reasonable. They are also located on the second floor, overlooking the Waikiki beach. For lunch, I have no complaint.
(4)
Justina L.

My coconut shrimp was pretty good for a late night snack! :]
(3)
Gail A.

It was nice view. Great service. I liked my salmon dish very much. My husband however did not love his mahi. It was a little chewy. The place in my opinion is a place to go with your kids. A bit loud an chaotic.
(3)
K. K.

Super view, especially at sunset....and you pay for it. Each meal in our party of six was about $30 and no one was wowed. The view, wow, that is what you're paying for, along with the location. I would not go back. But, other than the expense and so-so food (nothing was bad), it is a nice and fun place.
(2)
Dori L.

Excellent service, especially by Romulo, good drinks, recommend the 1954 Mai tai if you are looking for a buzz, mixed grill plate was soooo good! Fish great, short ribs great, chicken good. (btw we normally don't eat fish & it was tasty). Coconut shrimp was good. And plenty to eat & share.
(4)
Leticia D.

My boyfriend and I where vacationing in Hawaii, and stopped at this place, it was near our hotel. The bartender was AWESOME, I can't remember his name, but he was young and a cutie. The music was great.
(5)
Jacqueline B.

Tiki's Grill and Bar is just plain old awesome! On my last trip to Oahu I went there 3 times for the superior atmosphere, great view, great location in Waikiki, extremely friendly staff, delicious food and drink and grooving live music in the bar! My four favorite parts about my experience there are: 1.) The coconut shrimp as an appetizer, the Chicken Parmesan as a dinner entree and the LAVA FLOW as a cocktail! 2.) TIki's uses such fresh ingredients, and their menu items truly reflects the Hawaiian islands and their island flavors, their menu is super creative and gourmet, they even have a dish of edamame with truffle oil on it. SOOO GOOD! You feel so delightful after eating and drinking there because their food is so scrumptous and fresh and innovative. Their portions are generous and dishes are brought out in a timely fashion. 3.) The bar is incredible, one night we sat there and Marcos was our waiter. Marcos took such good care of me, and knew exactly what I needed. He was very friendly, great smile, and personable. Not only was he awesome, as well as my drinks being awesome too, but there was a really talented band playing live music too! The whole night was fantastic. 4.) The welcoming energy and ALOHA SPIRIT at Tiki's is incomparable and so contagious. If you want to experience true ALOHA in Waikiki then do not think twice to visit them at Tiki's. Tons of fun, ono eats and drinks, beautiful views and superb staff to take care of you!
(5)
Night H.

Gabrielle's dad must be a terrorist cause that chick is the bomb!!
(5)
Jennifer T.

Atmosphere was great. Service was good.. The Mai Tai's were also very good. I got the butterfish my husband the Parmesan chicken...the food was just okay.
(3)
Nicholas A.

Visited Tiki's last night to celebrate our daughter's birthday with our family. The key here is family and everyone in our party of ten had a great time and felt very welcomed. Great ambiance and service that caters to what your wishes are. Try the 1944 Mai Tai (personal favorite) to start and it only gets better and better with the selection of appetizers and entree's. The Porterhouse steak and the Miso Butterfish are outstanding. Try the Hawaiian Plate and come early to enjoy the sunset. A must do for locals and tourists alike. Validated valet parking makes it easy for locals to come into Waikiki too!
(5)
Michelle O.

Greeted by live music and a corner table, overlooking the ocean view across Kalakaua, this place was fantastic. I ditched my usual miller lite for a delicious martini and it was strong enough to keep me satiated over the few hrs it took for me to catch up w/my new LA friend. We split the kalua pork quesadilla that was prepared with what we guessed was terriyaki. Great twist on a standard mexican dish. Also had the poke which was perfectly coated with soy sauce that didn't overpower the freshness of the raw ahi. Excellent. Great drinks + food + service = repeat customer.
(5)
Cathy P.

I recommend this place to everyone who decided to go to Hawaii. The food is good, the view is outstanding and the mai tais are delicious. The prices have gone up a bit since the last time we came, but I think the food quality has gotten better as well. Love the coconut prawns. We had appetizers only on our first night in because we arrived fairly late. Had the coconut prawns and kalua pork quesadilla. Delicious. The service in the bar is not as quick or as friendly as in the dining area, but you can't beat the view at sunset!
(4)
Sagarmatha N.

This place is good for watching the sunset, which you do from the beach itself too and the rest is only meh! They neither have a good collection of beer on tap nor did I find the cocktails up to the mark. I was there with a visitor yesterday, trying to show him the places to go to. The place, I conclude, does not have anything remarkable apart from gaudy decorations and noisy performers (may be because it was Wednesday and open mic day). One of the torches (the ones that are lit along the balcony) near our table was off and the place reeked of gas. The kona longboard draft, a beer we always liked, seemed flat. The place was busy though, but we decided to leave it.
(2)
Liv K.

We stayed in the Aston and enjoyed many cocktail hours at Tiki's during our trip. The environment is fantastic - well-decorated, overlooking the beautiful Waikiki beach, wonderful entertainment at night, and great drinks and appetizers. Maya from San Diego and Mike from LA were our two best servers; they were warm, funny, and efficient. They both made the dining experience terrific and enjoyable. Plus, if you order a Mai Tai one night and bring back the receipt the following day, you get a free one.
(5)
Malia S.

Just had a wine dinner at Tiki's (Kim Crawford's wines) and everything was amazing! Thank you TIKI for taking such great care of all of us. I hope you have more wine dinners.
(5)
kate w.

I arrived at Tiki's a few hours after checking into the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. This restaurant is perfect stroll down Kalakaua. We had appetizers and drinks in the bar area. Super friendly staff and delicious food. Try the ahi poke and the coconut shrimp. They are both outstanding. The view is amazing too! Great place! Kate gave us a wonderful farewell on our way out!
(5)
Craig D.

Tiki culture is hard to find in Hawaii - odd, isn't it? Tiki's is a fun place and has just enough Kitsch to attract my wife and me. The ambiance is fun and the food is good. The drinks are also excellent, try Greg Brady's Wipeout if you aren't driving anywhere. It seems that there is always some sort of entertainment going on and it is usually good. It seems that every hour is happy hour at Tiki's.
(4)
Ida C.

2.5 stars. Time: Saturday night, no reservations, party of 4. Heard live music on the patio but were seated inside towards the back given it was a busy weekend. Service: Hostess and server were both friendly enough and provided adequate service; the former chatted with us briefly about upcoming July 4th firework shows and offered a few tips. Drinks: Had the Mai-Tais which were reasonably strong (maybe a 7 out of 10, but that's just my alcoholic opinion) but nothing to write home about. Bruschetta appetizer: Since I wasn't starving, I decided to split an entrÃ©e and a couple appetizers. Bruschetta wasn't selected by me and I will remember this as being the worst bruschetta I've ever had the displeasure of eating. I took a nibble and left the rest on the plate. It had olive tapenade mixed in (my fault for not noticing) and the bread was SOGGY and DRENCHED. When you pick up bruschetta, the crostini/bread should NOT fall apart to the point that you need to eat the thing with a fork. This was simply awful (or as my counterpart calls it, "absolutely disgusting") but it was so busy that evening that we didn't want to burden our server with a complaint. We suspect it was made way in advance OR was a mistake/reject and had been sitting at the Expediting counter for some sorry patron to order. If you MUST have this, make sure you ask (politely) for this to be made to order. Ahi Sashimi appetizer: This was subpar and it certainly didn't taste very fresh. We've had better poke from other establishments, particularly from the (Kailua) Safeway deli. Lacking all around. Misoyaki Butterfish entrÃ©e: Our server suggested this dish after I asked for a fish recommendation and boy, am I glad I did b/c this was FANTASTIC. The fish was melt-in-your-mouth buttery and the miso glaze complimented the fish very well w/o being overpowering. The bok choy was a LITTLE bit overcooked for my liking but nonetheless, I practically had to FIGHT (eg: considered sticking a fork in someone's eye) for my half of the entrÃ©e. It was THAT GOOD, surprisingly. This saved my experience at the Tiki Grill & Bar from being a complete disaster. Suggestions: Try to get a table on the patio near the live music and order the butterfish. Assume most things are left up to chance and luck. Without the fish, the food is a lackluster 2 stars; the butterfish bumps it up to a 2.5
(3)
Keith E.

Only had drinks, but the service was great- friendly and welcoming. Tomas's suggestions for touring the island were especially helpful! We'll be back!
(5)
Briget P.

This place is lively but for the more mellow/older crowd. There was a live band that played that night and it engaged the restaurant more. I ordered the fish and chips entree and the fish was pretty fresh and not bad with a squeeze of lemon. The mixed drinks are very weak. I had a Hawaiian Iced Tea...just like a Long Island Iced Tea with a coconut kick. They should be selling those as smoothies rather than alcoholic drinks! (weak)
(3)
Bill T.

I've been to Tiki's three times now with out of town guests. Two of those times all I had was a beer and the ahi poke. The beer was good. The poke was also good but they use too much sesame oil. It shouldn't overpower the fish, but here it does... My third visit was about a month ago. My friend Paul had just arrived from Boston an hour earlier for a two week stay. He wanted to go somewhere casual (not tough to find here), with outdoor seating and a view of the ocean (tougher to find on Oahu than one might think) decent food and beer. We were seated at a table along the front rail so Paul and I were happy with the light breeze and the ocean view. We again started out with the ahi poke (I love poke and Paul had never tried it before, but loves it now) - still too much sesame oil, (at least they're consistent), but otherwise very good. I ordered a Longboard and Paul got a Fire Rock. Both were skunky and flat. Once we were able to flag down the waiter (it took a while, and they really weren't that busy), he seemed to disbelieve me when I explained to him that the tap had gone bad. Until I explained that I live here, drink these beers regularly and know how they're supposed to taste, he didn't want to do anything about it. Once he understood that however, he seemed happy to replace our beers with something else - we chose bottled beers this time. I ordered the Cajun Seared Ahi, and the waiter explained how it's cooked (seared on the outside, rare/raw in the middle). I told him that yes it should be raw inside, and thanked him. (Since this is a 'touristy' place, I assume some people get thrown by the rare/raw fish inside - just eat it people, that's how it should be!). Paul ordered the Seared Ahi Salad; same deal with his fish prep. When the food arrived, my fish was overcooked. I mean, really overcooked. There was no part of it that was even slightly rare, much less raw. it was dry, and crumbly. Note to chef: 'Seared' is *not* French for 'shoe leather'. I couldn't find the waiter. The Kalua pig mashed potatoes and the roasted asparagus were excellent, but I really do wish restaurants would stop the practice of 'stacking' foods. I really didn't need the fish dredged into the mashed potatoes. It really is ok to place the foods next to each other. Paul said his salad was ok, nothing special, but good. Paul's fish was also overcooked, but not nearly as badly as mine was. Still can't find that waiter... If it weren't for the entertainment and the fact that Paul had just come off of a 10+ hour flight and was tired, I might have made a bigger deal of it all. Entertainment? Nope, no band was playing that night. The table next to us had a 4 or 5 year old boy named Noah who took an instant liking to me (for some strange reason), and hung out with us and kept us thoroughly entertained. Yes, mom was attentive and concerned he was bothering us and we assured her that he wasn't. I'm not in Waikiki very often, but I will go back to Tiki's at some point. I like the venue, and it's worth giving their food another shot.
(3)
Ashley P.

The drinks were awesome. Tomas the bartender rocked and rolled and took good care of us. Ask for him when him when you come in!
(5)
Melissa G.

I love having afternoon drinks at Tiki's Grill and Bar. The food was excellent too. I was there last week and was served by Conan Wykes. He is a knowledgable young man who gave us great service. 5 Stars to him.
(5)
K G.

Awesome place. Good food. Overall, A-/B+
(4)
Christine I.

We eat here every time we come to Oahu. On occasion, we will eat here twice in one trip. Their li hing mui margarita is a fun drink, but unfortunately, they changed it for the worse. It used to have powedered li hing mui around the rim of the glass, but the last time, it didn't. The food is always perfectly done. My husband always gets the Hawaiian Plate. They give you so much food! The Kalua pig is the best I have ever tasted. The Okinawan mashed potatoes are beautiful and bright purple. The poke is delicious and well seasoned. The haupia pudding is unusually good. I always order whatever kind of fish is macadamia nut crusted that day. It comes with a beurre blanc type sauce, and is topped with some micro greens, so it is pretty as well as tasty. The kids' meals are much better than the average kids's meal, with food that you would actually want to eat. And, they are served on keepsake Tiki's frisbees, which are a great souvenir. I have only two gripes. One: I wish they would lean a little more towards pure island style, and less towards Continental-fusion style. Two: the couple things they changed have been for the worse. As I mentioned above, the li hing mui margarita is not as good. They also used to have a wonderful lilikoi cheesecake served in a thin shell of white chocolate with a paper thin slice of crispy, dried pineapple. This is no longer on the menu. Now they serve something more ordinary, not island-style at all. It was so unmemorable... I forget exactly what it was. Something like chocolate/white-chocolate cheesecake. Boring. Other than those couple minor gripes, this is a wonderful place to have dinner. Try to get there just before sunset and sit outside. They light their giant tiki torches along the balcony. At about the same moment, downstairs along Kalakaua, they blow the conch shell, and Hawaiian gentlemen in native dress jog up the street with flaming torches, lighting the Waikiki beach torches along the way. This is all happening before the magnificent backdrop of a Hawaiian sunset. It is beautiful and special... almost too beautiful to be real.
(4)
Heather W.

Love the food and drinks and the view of the sunset is the best! Daniel P. was our server and he was awesome- attentive, welcoming and outgoing- will be back soon!
(5)
Kevin Y.

Great for drinks and live music. Our server Adam was very nice and delivered our drinks quickly. Will come back
(5)
Sean B.

Great tuna and very unique calamari app. Excellent service from Conan
(5)
Michael B.

Located on a 3rd floor balcony at the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel, Tiki's seating provides a great view of the beach as you dine. We both had Tiki's Mixed Plate, a combination of steak and seafood that was delightful. Tiki's allowed us to substitute for the kimchee and macaroni salad without issue. The staff was great, the view was great; the only thing keeping us from giving Tiki's a 5 rating was their rib eye slices were burnt on the ends, greatly diminishing the flavor of the ends of those slices. Otherwise, however, Tiki's was awesome and we highly recommend dining there. A few nights later we stopped by Tiki's for an evening cocktail. the pina colada's were good and the live entertainment outstanding.
(4)
John P.

"Best Mai Tai's in Waikiki. The bartender (Tomas) is the best!"
(4)
Marvin B.

My wife and I went to Hawaii back in may of 2008 and I finally decided to write a review of this place. We were staying at a different hotel than this place is located but we came here for lunch one day and for brunch the morning we flew out. We loved the buffet, it was so awesome, there was something for everyone there. The Mahi Mahi was soooo good, it made my mouth water, even though I was full I still had to get another. The selection of food was so awesome, I had probably the best meal ever. My wife loved the vast selection of food too. And eating the So many desserts, so many breakfast items, This place was pure heaven for an hour out of one day in my life. :) If you go to Hawaii you must stop here for some yummy yummy yummies. Great service too. I really didn't pay attention, I was too busy munching, I never had an empty glass though. :)
(5)
R S.

Stopped by for lunch and returned for evening cocktails. Seared ahi salad was a perfect midday meal and server CJ's suggestion of the 1944 Mai tai was a great nightcap. Will return again this trip.
(5)
Lisa Z.

Fast service and friendly too! The drinks are refreshing and a perfect toast for the gorgeous view of Waikiki beach.
(5)
Jim C.

Continually impressed with this spot. Very good food, great service and a beautiful view. I always take visitors from the mainland when they are here and usually find my way there a couple of times a month on my own.
(4)
Geno P.

Tiki's is at the Aston Waikiki. It gets great reviews on Yelp because they are written mostly by tourists who don't mind throwing their money away at the Aston and freak out once they see the restaurant's rooftop view of the Pacific Ocean and Waikiki. And that is certainly all well and good. It is an expensive gamble a restaurant takes to earn customers in competitive Waikiki. And when your hotel basically sits in the middle of the jellyfish beach, you better try hard at that restaurant! While Tiki's has a 5-Star view and atmosphere, you are paying for just that, because on the menu you will not find anything remarkable - especially for the prices. We live on Oahu and we frequent Waikiki restaurants because we get a lot of visitors and we also, ahem, enjoy this perk of living on the island. In three years and dozens of guests, our guests were never impressed by Tiki's. The restaurant is cute, but it's also a generic Hawaiian gimmick. Most dinner entrees are priced $5-10 higher than other restaurants on the strip of similar atmosphere and service. When we asked our guests that week to rate their favorite restaurants from top to bottom, they put Tiki's lowest because they couldn't find the value in the price. If you're going to pay these prices, I can name at least six other Waikiki strip restaurants where you get a better value (I won't because I don't think it's polite on Yelp). If you're a local, you know where to find this food and who cooks it better. If you're a visitor, go ahead, check it out. But as you walk farther and farther down the strip every night, you too will see Tiki's slip down your list.
(3)
Kory K.

Great spot for food and drinks. Ahi, well any fish, is fantastic. I always end up with Adam and Captain as my bartenders, they are funny and knowledgeable. Will ensure a great start, middle or end to any waikiki night.
(5)
Heather H.

A lively little spot on the beach of Waikiki. Live music in the evenings - actual good live music at that! Sure it's full of tourists but most of which just want to have a good time with tiki themed drinks. Staffed seemed a little rushed but accommodated us well. They've got a range quirky drinks, but I recommend sticking with the local beers and ales! If you really want to splurge, get a tiki cup that comes with dry ice for Instagram photos.
(3)
Matt M.

We didn't come here for dinner because we thought the prices were a little expensive, not knowing there is a bar menu. We came for happy hour one day and the drinks were really cheap, I had Hawaiian brewed Kona for $3. They also have daily specials however the Taco Tuesday ($2) special, patrons have to wait on a long line and is a different tab. I would have liked for us to be able to order them at the table. Anyway, the Burgers were great and at a reasonable price. The sight was amazing and definitely was a great experience. The live bad was doing great personalized covers
(4)
Kristine Z.

Everything here is amazing... From the ambiance to food. Very tiki like with the live music and torches with ocean views. Our service was amazing from kelsie!!!! We had excellent choices on the menu. Drinks were prepared well and tasted great. You Won't be disappointed here. Very casual environment too
(5)
shami s.

Great food great service!! Happy hour sunset is a dream! Ask for Nate as your server! Impeccable!!!!
(5)
Dean H.

Music ok....food.okay......but our waitress bailey was very nice and bubbly...... one of the best waitresses I've had this whole trip in hawaii.... such a great server. ......she is soon nice. ....
(5)
Nikhil B.

Great view of the sunset. We requested special seating at reservation and got it too. Food was good. Pork medallions were great. Mahi Mahi was not bad either. Overall the food was both good quality and quantity. Drinks were average. Took a star out for the service
(4)
Gerardo O.

Tiki's is awesome. Great food great drinks! Awesome environment, can't go wrong! I have enjoyed every visit. Their ribs are worth trying.
(5)
Anna C.

Went after reading comments from different ppl. Hubby got the surf n turf and i ordered the Ginger soy grilled salmon. Loved my salmon, the flavors were very enjoyable. Hubby seemed to like his steak, to me it needed more seasoning. Still liked the ambience of the place.
(4)
Jason L.

Great food, great view!
(5)
Geoff G.

We came to Tiki's for happy hour and decided to sit at the bar. The place was a little busy. After waiting 10 minutes (we checked our watches) without being acknowledged we got up and left. Terrible customer service on the part of the bar man. I've been here before on work functions and the food is always great. Great presentation and great taste...although expensive, even for Waikiki standards!
(3)
Bob J.

What a great view of the beach and ocean! Prime Rib Poke is delicious!! Wasabi Lilikoi Grille Pork Wings: tender, sweet and just enough wasabi glaze to balance the flavor. Longboard is a local brew on tap, cheap, and very good on a warm sunny afternoon.
(4)
Greg A.

Beautiful spot. Awesome sunset view and live music Saturday night April 11, 2015 was excellent. My wife had the teriyaki lettuce wraps and were excellent. I had the coconut shrimp and was ok. Good place and reasonable for area.
(4)
Michelle N.

Great time last night in Waikiki! Beautiful location, we made reservations and got in right away (about 15 people waiting but they offered the bar area to anyone waiting for dining). Live music was great, got a table overlooking the ocean without asking. Server was very friendly, used the Yelp offer and had no issues. Free postcard with our picture was nice (we didn't feel the need to buy the $15 one). Had the Caesar salad, coconut shrimp (awesome), Gyoza and the macnut fish. Buns to start were delicious! Too full to have dessert. Overall, great place, would recommend to anyone and the serving staff was all friendly. Make reservations!!!! Totally made a difference.
(5)
Dan S.

We go here every time that we are at Waikiki Beautiful setting high above Kalakua Ave And across the street from the beach. Tiki torches lit and a nice breeze. The food is always excellent, especially the fish and their drink menu is unique My daughter appreciates that vegetarian options are offered
(4)
Ariel K.

Ordered macadamia nut crushed mahi and miso butterfish. Both were quite good. The miso butterfish was definitely different and grilled to perfection. The mahi was lightly fried so a bit on the drier side, but the risotto and cream sauce balanced it out nicely. Our waitress, Nikki, was also very nice and friendly.
(4)
John F.

Tiki's Grill & Bar is one of the few places in Waikiki with reasonable prices & 3 hours free valet parking. They are located in the heart of Waikiki, on the second floor of the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. There is both outdoor and indoor seating. I was there for the TIKI DROP New Year's Eve party on Monday, December 31. They had 2 live bands, drink specials and $5 2013 t-shirts (that are usually $15) with drink special purchase. We stayed until midnight to watch the midnight NYE fireworks off Waikiki Beach. Great Night!
(5)
Charlene B.

We stayed at the Aston for our son's wedding. We had the rehearsal dinner at Tiki's plus several lunches. Their marinated salmon is fabulous. I also enjoyed the fish tacos served in purple ( taro root?) tortillas & the coconut shrimp. There's a beautiful view of Waikiki Beach from the lanai. Service was always good. If you've a mind to, there is an assortment of "tacky vacation drinks" in take home glasses or a coconut.
(5)
Candace E.

I did a lot of extensive research and planning before my family went to Hawaii. I even made an excel sheet of every planned day. I had us coming here on Monday 5/12/14 because I wanted to see the sunset (every review said you have to come here and see). Little did I know, my boyfriend was going PROPOSE!!! My fiance (whoot whoot) arranged it right before the sunset. There was a photographer who charged $25 (eek) for 2 beautiful pictures that captured the moments before he popped the big question! There was a cute little band (a guy playing the guitar and a woman playing a string on a bucket, which was cool) playing Wayne Wonder - Will you marry me. The appetizers (only thing we got) were...OK. Everything was a little expensive.. But Tiki's will forever have a soft spot in my heart. Thank you for my special memory!
(5)
Nathan F.

Good selection of drinks and great airflow. Best pulled pork I have had in a long time, quiet and relaxing for lunch.
(5)
Stephanie N.

Service at the bar was great from Matt!! So friendly and quick! The manager Jed was great too! Such a great place to hang out at the bar!!
(4)
Kevin J.

Delicious ahi poke bowl! Great outdoor patio with a view. Drinks were reasonably priced.
(4)
Theresa A.

We went back for dinner and it was amazing. My friend had duck- I got to try a bite, and well i'm hooked. My meal was delish as well. This was definitely one of my favorite places to eat. I will be recommending this place to everyone I know.
(5)
Emily M.

We had a group of 11, made reservations and they sat us right on time. Good view, good food and good service. A bit pricey! They also offer validated parking.
(4)
Toy L.

The service was great and getting a table outdoors would be ideal because the view is wonderful and there is a nice breeze coming off of the ocean. However, the restaurant felt like a chain restaurant. The food was decent, but not memorable at all. Not a bad place for lunch or happy hour, but I would save my money and try somewhere else for dinner.
(3)
CM L.

Great food, great live music, great service and superb atmosphere. The green tea cake with vanilla bean ice cream is the best dessert I have ever had. It is the perfect place for relaxation.
(5)
Kristy M.

Good food for the price. My husband had the Bahn Mi and really enjoyed it. I had the grilled mahi sandwich and it was good and pretty light. Could have used a touch more tartar though. The Kalbi beef gyoza was really good. Our server was just kind of slow. Other than that, good place to eat for a good price with a nice view of the beach.
(3)
Deva J.

We had the 1944 Mai Tai. Very good drink. Food was yummy and service was decent. Came here because it was close to my hotel. I would recommend this place and go here again.
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Freckles H.

OMG 4 stars?! WTH... NO way. Ok the ambience, view, server, and live band were all great, so upgraded to 3 stars. It's a nice casual spot to unwind and enjoy the scenery. As for food - blah. The bar area (first come first serve) has their own menu so we sat there since the wait would've been 30+min. Kahlua pork quesadillas - I just thought it wasn't good at all. It was a taro tortilla with pork and cheese. Eh, I didn't like the combo of it all. It's supposed to be a special of theirs, too. Kalbi potstickers - it had two sauces drizzled all over it, which I didn't appreciate too much. The kalbi wasn't very flavorful. The skin was fried to a crisp. Lettuce wraps - this was OK. Iron skillet w rib eye and you wrap the meat with lettuce and kimchee, sprouts, and noodles. None of the sides were that good, but when you wrap everything together, it was OK. My hubby had 2 mai tais at $7.50 each, not bad at all. I'd say come here for the band, view, and drinks. My lava flow wasn't that great, but it didn't have alcohol either so maybe that's why! Stay away from their food!!
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Mark G.

The best part of the experience here has to be the live music. Something about live music, drinking a beer, and watching the waves just screams Hawaii. You have the option to sit indoors or outdoors, always sit outdoors even if it's raining because they have tents. There's happy hour everyday so there's no wrong day to go on. Menu is different between the two as the outdoor was condensed. The bands take request and they're hilarious, always making jokes.
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Krystina T.

My husband and I went there yesterday afternoon for a lunch and drink date. The food was great and the drinks as always were so good! And you can't beat the beautiful view! I always enjoy myself when we go. The service is great too! Everyone is always so nice and friendly!
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Rosalind S.

We had dinner here one night during our stay. Our waitress was very nice and helped me pick out my mai tai cocktail. She wasn't kidding when she said it was strong! I ordered the butterfish and it was excellent! I had butterfish at Roy's a couple of nights prior and the portion size at Tiki's was so much larger and the price point was so much lower. Score! My husband got the short ribs and thought that was really good. I was afraid that since this was a touristy restaurant the food would be iffy; boy was I wrong!
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Sinan G.

Just another tourist trap at a hotel. Nothing really special not memorable. Bands playing Hotel California cover with Hawaiian touch? Check Over-busy bartenders rushing your orders? Check Edible but not too good of a food at premium prices? Check.
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jan p.

My FAVORITE bar and grill in Honolulu! Even if you're flying solo you can have a blast at Tiki's because the staff is so friendly. Everyone flocks to Tiki's to have fun -- to hear some great music, grab a delicious bite or beer/wine, or one of their amazing cocktails. If you've never tried a 1944 (Tiki's own stellar version of a Mai Tai) you're missing out. Not only do they pack a punch, but they are dangerously delicious! The ambience cannot be beat -- a second-floor open air venue right across the street from the beach. Lastly, big shout out to PEPPER, the ace bartender/comedian behind the bar, and the rest of Tiki's staff as well. Ya'll know you rock!
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Mic M.

Nothing special and not memorable. Besides, it's way too expensive compared to the quality. It's just a tourist trap near the beach.
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Peter L.

We ate dinner outside on the bar side on the lanai. There was a live band playing and the atmosphere was very nice. I had the pork quesadillas (came with a nice mashed avocado) and my gf had fish and chips. We both really enjoyed the meal and the service which was warm and attentive. The price was reasonable with drinks being about 10 and less and our food being around 15/each
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Erin G.

Try the Prime Rib Poke. Jeremiah was a great server and had lots of good energy and was super helpful and making great choices. Had the piÃ±a colada and that was AWESOME! The view is beautiful and a fun atmosphere outside with live music!
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Celeste M.

This is one my favorite and go-to bars/restaurants when I want to brave Waikiki. Pretty darn awesome food (menu seems to constantly update with ono treats) and terrific drinks. Plus, come for pau hana and get an awesome sunset for free, too. What a deal! Our bartender, Matt and barback, Arvydas were fantastic-personable, attentive, gregarious. I'm a local from Kailua, picky about my food, and not crazy about mai tais, but my friend from Boston loves them and I have to say the 1944 mai Tai was very, very good. Matt checked in with us often, but not to the point of cloying or annoying. Arvydas added a nice comedic touch while deftly clearing our plates unobtrusively. They definitely added to the festive air and made our pau hana a that much more enjoyable. Btw, did I mention the delicious edamame and crab boursine dip??? Why are you sitting there reading this? Get your okole over to Tiki's!
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Jessica H.

Went for the Valentine's Day special. Food was good service was good. I didn't like the wine pairing but it was a great experience.
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Kaori K.

My favorite drink is 1944 maitai. It's a great place to eat pupus and watch sunset. There are bands that are playing Hawaiian reggae music. Dinner time is pretty busy. Some table is open seat. Can make a reservation if you want.
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Ru C.

the service was very good. everyone was very attentive and friendly. their drinks were really just okay. im a cocktail lover and sadly i think it might have been what we ordered, but we didn't love the cocktails we had. as for the food, it was okay. went there for late dinner, and coconut shrimp-good!, but the fries were too salty and a bit dry. the short ribs were tasty but the portion was a bit small haha.
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Noelle N.

Food is delicious, wait staff is attentive and friendly. Free valet for 3 hours, amazing live music, and the Mai Tai is the best. Decor makes it look like a tourist trap, but as a local i
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Buck R.

Didn't come for food, came for a Mai tai. The glass was cool, the drink was meh. I've had so many better ones that were elsewhere (outside of Hawaii)
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Anna G.

Came here with my husband and my parents in law while vacationing in Honolulu. Right away I have to say that The view from this place is absolutely breathtaking! We were greeted by a hostess and received a coupon for a free appetizer which was a major plus. The service was very good the food was good and drinks were good. For the drink I had the Ocean Breeze which came in a coconut and was very tasty! Could easily drown a couple of those without noticing. We ordered the following for appetizers : Kali beef goyoza which was free and it was absolutely delicious! These were fried dumplings stuffed with beef and spices topped with a mixture of sauces. These were absolutely delicious and a highlight for me! Could have finished a plate of these myself! Calamari Katsu was basically one big calmar breaded and lightly fried topped with a spicy sauce full of capers. It was okay too spicy for my taste (no warming in menu) not a memorable dish and would not recommend ordering. The beef gyoza was much much better. For the entree we had the pork loin, lilikoi glazed duck breast, mac nut crusted mahi mahi, shiso seared island swordfish. Out of the 4, i tasted 2 : I myself had the pork loin which was recommended by the waiter it's a new addition to their menu. It was a generous portion of 3 pieces on top of pineapple friend brown rice ans broccolini in a plum savory sauce. The pork was cooked very well it was tender and juicy and clearly seen that it was quality mean as stated in the menu. The rice was ok, a little bland but hey what can you really expect from brown rice right, I did appreciate the healthy twist to the dish by serving brown instead of white. The island swordfish came with delicious pasta which could have been a meal in itself. Overall, the food was tasty, quality and presented in a beautiful way. I would absolutely recommend having a meal here.
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CacaPooPo O.

Food, service, and drinks were "meh". Expensive for what it was but I guess it would be considered average in Waikiki. Would return in the future but it's not on my short list.
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Sarah K.

This is another popular tourist spot in Waikiki that has good food and a lively atmosphere. Service: We were seated promptly and our server was generally attentive. No complaints here. Food: The food is tasty. We had the glazed salmon and the beef short rib. The salmon was cooked well. The short rib was very tender but not as spicy as I would have liked. They also give you a basket of savory banana rolls before the entrÃ©es. The rolls have a distinct taste (and color) that I have never really tasted before and I really enjoyed them. We also had a strawberry banana smoothie that was well made. The food is a bit over priced though but so is everything else in Honolulu.
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Veronica S.

Mai Tais are great. Gyoza AWESOME! Poke Prime rib is also divine and our waitress was very kind. Only downside would be the construction overheard in the background and the island fresh catch tacos. Still worth the trip
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Zoe E.

Awesome bar staff!! Everyone is sharing the aloha!! Super friendly and great at anticipating what you'll need before you even have to ask! Food is ok... But drinks and staff super! Big shout out to the people who were working every time we sat down... Jamie, Captain & Rick! Much Mahalo! We'll be back
(5)
Juva G.

Let me start off by saying that I really enjoy Tiki's. I love the atmosphere and the breeze from the beach, I enjoy the food and the live music is always awesome. The reason that Tiki's is getting 2 stars from me has nothing to do with those. It has to do with the service. So far, every time I've been to Tiki's, I've had less than stellar service. Granted, I'm not a high maintenance customer by any means, so that's perfectly okay. What isn't okay is the service I received last night. For starters, as soon as we sat down last night, and were handed drink menus, our server wanted to know what we wanted. We told her we weren't ready just yet. So, 15 minutes later, when she finally came back, we ordered drinks. I know it was kind of busy last night, but not busy enough to ignore anyone for 15 minutes. And when we finally got those drinks? We'd been waiting since we ordered them for at least 10 minutes. And yes, this trend continued all night, coupled with a rude disposition from our server, as If our patronage was offensive to her. Me and my friends are the kind of people who will tip well on mediocre service, but when the server is not only sub-par, but rude to us, that tip looks a whole lot smaller. The worst part? Our server had the nerve to tell us that we were REQUIRED to tip her at least 15%. Excuse me? Required?? A tip is SUGGESTED, not mandatory. If you want me to give you at least 15%, try being less rude to your customers. By all accounts, some of the tips from our table were generous. I've never been so insulted. I understand that this is Waikiki, and many tourists don't know how tips work, but I do. If you think you can be rude to your guests and then expect them to be generous to you, you are clearly delusional and have no business being in the industry. If I go back and Jennifer is my server again, I'm leaving.
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Thomas W.

New menu since last time I was here, like more than a year ago. Good food, delicious sauces. Kids friendly, bar and live music for grown ups. And great sunset!
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Jared C.

5 star view & happy hour, 4 star service, but unfortunately 1-2 star food that is ridiculously overpriced. Typical Waikiki tourist trap, but we did have a little fun. Temper your expectations.
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Steve B.

My wife and I have a wonderful meal and drinks in the bar overlooking a beautiful sunset from the second story restaurant I had the coconut shrimp and she had the soft shell crabs. Waitress was great the they had a couple of singers laying great soft music while we dined. Got wonderful sunset photos. Mathis is the first time I have used yelp to find a restaurant and write a review.
(5)
Mike V.

Nice ambiance, but had to wait even with a reservation! The drinks, food and wait staff made up for the long wait!
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C T.

This place was not bad but not great. I wouldn't go there again. The menu was just average, it was your basic beach restaurant menu. It was crowded so that's a good sign. Just did not have anything special. Felt a bit factory like. I would recommend Duke's and Roy's over this, as well as Kona Brewing Co in Hawaii Kai for a casual place.
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Alise S.

My favorite part of the menu was the selection of pupus. Very interesting combinations that are unique to this restaurant. I recommend making reservations through Open Table. We got the best table in the restaurant, overlooking Waikiki Beach with a clear view of the sunset! I also messaged the restaurant to inquire about corkage fees. The manager waived the fee for us! Excellent service, family-friendly! We are making Tiki's Grill & Bar a tradition anytime we are in Waikiki.
(5)
Tom E.

A really well-run large format beach bar. Food is solid. LOVE that the kitchen takes orders til 11:30. Relatively cheap.
(5)
Kittykat K.

Ordered the prime rib poke, Gyoza, and the short ribs with curry. All was pretty good and the ambiance made it all that much better!
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dave j.

Went two nights in a row. First night I had New York steak which was excellent and the S.O. Had short ribs. Next night I had short ribs and she had baby back ribs which was the only let down. Even though, the service is very good and Mai Tai unique. Would highly recommend short ribs if you line savory. Also make sure you miss the rush and go later in the evening.
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Jarod H.

Five stars. Tiki's has great food. Prices are a bit high, but well worth the freshness and flavorful-ness of each plate. The prime rib was good, the wun tun pupu was bursting with flavor, and the grilled pokÃ© pupu was delicious, just as rumor had it. Great place for dinner!
(5)
Leinaala L.

So, honestly I must have been drunk when I came for happy hour. Or to be charitable, it's a better sport for pupus than for dinner. But dinner is truly overpriced and no good. Came here after a catamaran cruise for my birthday because Duke's was full. I felt guilty that my friends all had to pay for the mediocre dinner food. To make matters worse, we were seated inside with the air conditioning- the whole reason I wanted to go here was to sit outside! Again, this place may be fine for outside happy hour if you happen to be in Waikiki but definitely do not come here for dinner, and if you do, ask to be seated outside!
(2)
Jessica O.

Wonderful view, great drink specials!
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Diane L.

The banana macadamia nut pancakes were fantastic! I am usually very picky about my pancakes because they come out either too dry and not fluffy enough. These pancakes were soooo fluffy. I also had the loco moco, a must-have when you are in Hawai'i and want real Hawaiian food. It was the best loco moco I have had. The gravy was seasoned well and not over salty or anything. It was also topped with crispy dried onions that put the whole taste together. Very tastey food, and with a spectacular view of Waikiki Beach as well. You can enjoy great food, great service, and people-watch as you enjoy your meal there.
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Barry B.

Tomas is excellent! Great service along with good conversation. Sitting at the bar is the thing to do at Tiki's!! Been here before and will be back soon. Food is great!
(5)
Chelsie M.

Tikis is awesome!...Thanks to Nick who made all the right recommendations and gave excellent service! The Menu is one of the best in Waikiki Great job Chef!..and free valet!!
(5)
Terence Y.

Good for parties and the staff were friendly. But I won't be tempted to return as the food was very mediocre for the price we paid.
(2)
dorothy f.

Ok so after many visits to the tiki grill all we did was drink mai tai and eat the to die for kids menu of Kalu Pork and rice. We did order the seared ahi salad one and i give it a c-, the service every time we went was consistantly good,. The woman who was there daily selling necklaces was just absolutley charming. She gave my 3 yr old a flower ever time she saw her. This is definately one of our go to cocktail places, The view is to die for and the sunsets with live music and good drinks put the aloha in waikiki,
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Ashley G.

My friend and I stayed at the Aston for 7 days... during those 7 days I consumed probably $400 worth of food and happy hour drinks... I just couldn't resist! Ocean view, great menu, good service... uh. Just go here! It's nice at night when they have live bands too, great place to veg... Great Poke!
(4)
Alon B.

This was the first place I visited on this trip to Hawaii and it set the tone for the entire trip. I was there with a bandmate and at the last minute we asked Tiki's if we could play there. Michael answered our email and allowed us to play and was incredibly kind and courteous towards us as was the rest of the staff. Every single staff member was kind and helpful above and beyond any expectations. They have a happy hour daily from 2pm-5pm where beers were $2.50 and their Tuna poke was incredible. I'll go back to Tiki's for sure.
(5)
Janet H.

If you don't mind the tourist-y crowd, I thought Tiki's did a great job creating a festive environment with flawless scenery, decent food, and quick service. The sunset was amazing and I couldn't stop snapping pics, which made everyone else in the restaurant start crowding around our table to take pics as well.
(4)
Raymond F.

The server named "Mike" rocks, he was bring drinks before we finished our last ones Prices seemed fair for location
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Lisa C.

eh i wasn't impressed. on a tuesday night, we stopped in for dinner and the wait was 45 minutes which i think is a little absurd, so we had dinner in the bar. the food was decent, but the service was unbelievably slow.
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Derrick O.

Had dinner and drinks at Tikis this past Monday night. The atmosphere was awesome and the service was top notch! Our server "Zach" was very courteous, knowledgable, and his attention to detail made our dinner a wonderful experience!! The "prime rib poke" and " fish n chips" he suggested was a excellent choice! Overall the atmosphere, food, and most of all service was top notch!!!
(5)
Markus S.

This is getting a good review because the atmosphere was good. However, food wise, it is a rip off. I had the Poke Special, ie. their version of Poke for $14, which was considered an app. For those from SF, I will compare this to Pacific Catch's poke. Well, actually, there is no comparison. PC wins by a mile. The biggest complaint about the dish was that the majority of the dish was raw onions. I pulled the onions off after about 10 bites and still ended up with at least 1/4 to 1/2 an onion on the plate when I had finished everything else. Maybe raw onions are top on many peoples lists, but not on mine. I saw what others got as well and I will say that compare to the food I got at lunch, the only reason to come here is the atmosphere and some drinks. The live music for open mic night was actually pretty good. Dont waste your time on having a meal.
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Jackie V.

Four stars?? For a touristy bar called "Tiki's"??? You BET. The girls and I started every night out here, mostly just to catch up with friends who were working, but whatever. Okay, so the four stars are based really on the people and atmosphere alone. I can't comment on the food. 1. JP, who is a really great bartender. As a former bartender myself, I'm always uber critical, but his drinks are very well made (ask for the "JP Kiss" if you're up for something sweet but strong - it's my girl Ashley's fave!) 2. Mike aka "Buffalo". What a card. So, back to the four stars. Before you go there and hate it, let's get some facts straight: 1. It is a TOURIST bar. Drinks are pricey, fruity, and come in coconuts (well, some of them). 2. It's not five-star dining, nor does it claim to be. Don't expect to be amazed by the complexity of flavors in their burgers or anything like that. I'm with Nicole C., if you know someone (or even if you don't) and just want to have a social start to an evening, Tiki's is a great bet!
(4)
Tracy A.

Great food, great waiter, wonderful view! Food was reasonably priced. The restaurant definitely had the Tiki Bar atmosphere.
(4)
Roxie G.

Seriously, we should have known better. We did know better but we thought hey we're in Hawaii lets go for that extra piece of cheese. We just had drinks there (thank god) and those were watered down versions that were not worth the price. The atmosphere was chill though and I dug all the tiki torches not to mention that huge tiki head that was by the hostess station. The wait staff was friendly and our hostess was kind enough to take our picture.
(2)
Jonathan W.

This place was good, but nothing amazing. Part of that might have been the heat - we were a little wiped out from walking around. The cold Pepsi really hit the spot. We couldn't pass on getting kalua pork nachos! They were really interesting and tasty, although I've never been a fan of nachos that are so smothered that any internal chips have turned to mush. If you don't get it as your meal, I'd recommend having 4 people to work on it as an appetizer. It's kind of big. I ordered the fish and chips, which came with seemingly-exotic lime tartar sauce. It wasn't that special, but it was still very good. The 2nd-story view was nice to have in Waikiki, much better than if it had been on the ground floor. The giant wood tikis they had placed around were pretty cool, too. I'm sure this place is great for happy hour. I should add, too, that our meal was continually interrupted by gunshots from a Hawaii Five-0 shoot a block away :)
(3)
Lui G.

Tikis is all that and a pile of Mochiko Chicken!!! The only (I think) local owned business on kalakaua that offers a view of the sunset from their bar (lounge) patio!! 12 beers on tap, great grinds, an energetic friendly atmosphere (in the evenings) to socialize and meet people. Friendly, happy to be there staff. Live Music, funny bartenders... I can go on.
(5)
Jessica T.

Loved this place! My cousin and I were staying at the Aston so this was an easy stop. Strong drinks and yummy food. On our first visit I ordered the fish tacos. OMG, huge portion, more like fish burritos, 2 of them! Ended up finishing only half of it. My cousin loved their Kailua Pig Quesadilla, she ordered it twice. Also tried the fish and chips, delish! And their nachos, which were good as well. Will come back next time in Honolulu :)
(5)
Mary A.

My husband and I dined here last night. We wanted a light dinner with good drinks. When we arrived, the place was packed and there was live music. We were able to score a table towards the back, far away from the music. Our waitress got to us pretty quick, considering the number of tables she had. The drinks were pretty good and got to us in a timely manner. We ordered one Mai Tai and a Mango Mojito. Good proportions, we could tast the alcohol and not too sugary. I really liked that the waitress didn't give us the biggest, most expensive tourist-y size. In the past, that's happened before (though my husband and I were in a serious mood and that may have been pretty obvious to the waitress). Overall, she was pretty attentive for a bar waitress. Unfortunately, the food was just ok. We ordered Kailua Pork Nachos. Maybe it's from living in New Mexico for 16 years, but the chips and salsa part were horrible. Not very crispy chips and salsa was bottles store bought kind. In Hawaii, maybe a fruit salsa would have been good. The pork was pretty good, though. The reason why this place got three stars was the bussers. We saw three bussers and they took forever to get us water and from my observation didn't really help the servers all that much. We saw other diners get stuff from the prep stand and move tables around. If we go back, I would probably sit at the bar and just have drinks.
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K P.

Came by after dinner so I only ordered drinks. I had their lava flow and a chocolaty creamy drink (which was too sugary IMO). The lava flow was good. I don't really order the hard stuff, I prefer the taste of fruity tropical drinks. I came here when the band Mango Season was playing; they were pretty good. It took awhile for the waitress to give us a menu, but the staff in general were friendly and seemed to be enjoying the night too. One thing I like that the place is on the 2nd floor overlooking Kalakaua Avenue. When you're walking by, you can't miss the torches around the bar. I also like how they have live music. The place was pretty dark and I could barely read the menu, but overall I had a good time. I noticed the dinner menu was a little pricey. Will come again here for the drinks. Mahalo!
(4)
Colin P.

Great place. Friendly staff. The Mac nut encrusted Mahi was good--just a bit spicy.
(4)
Natalie M.

food was decent, if a little pricey. this place would prob not get as much traffic if it weren't part of the aston hotel. staff was nice enough. this place gets hoppin' with late night entertainment on the weekends, and a really decently priced drink happy hour. i got to hear 2 gay german tourists order 'sexes on zee beach' here, so that should speak to the how great the people watching/overhearing is.
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Larry A.

I ate at this restaurant 3 times last week. Everything I had was excellent and the prices are very reasonable. I would definitely go back again.
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Ramon E.

We only came here for drinks. The view of Waikiki beach is lovely. They made us a lovely virgin strawberry daquiri even though it wasn't on the menu. Their pina colada was only okay--made from a mix and a bit too sweet, and they wouldn't make me one on the rocks like I wanted. Boo.
(3)
Allison K.

Met here for a "hangout" the Tuesday before our wedding and reaped the benefits of Tiki Taco Tuesdays. The $2 tacos were ok but the free beer when you walk in the door was a major plus. With a group of about 30, we easily took over 4-5 tables and our server was friendly and attentive. The sunset was stunning from the balcony, the crispy coconut shrimp and nachos were delicious and we thoroughly enjoyed the live reggae music.
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Chris C.

The view is really nice, and the service was great. But the prices for dinner were way too high. The food wasn't bad (although my Mahi was a little tough), we just didn't feel that it was worth the price that was paid for it.
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Melody A.

I like the bar n grill vibe. The setting just across the Waikiki beach is very relaxing. They had live musical performers which was decent. The quesadilla was good and was different with the Kalua pork instead of the regular carnitas. Good to just hang out and enjoy the breeze with a few drinks.
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Elizabeth B.

I went here on a Saturday night, it was easy to get a reservation and the service was very good. I got the Parmesan Chicken, it was ok, but it just tasted kind of bland and for $23 I was expecting more. My family loves seafood and they really enjoyed their meals, also on the pricey side. So the bottom line is- if you like seafood its a good place but expensive, and if you dont like seafood, like me, it might not appeal to you as much.
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Kat D.

Another great place filled with the Hawaiian spirit. Service was excellent and the drinks come in collectible cups. The food was a bit on the salty side, but still pretty good and very flavorful. I had the prime rib and my husband had the Hawaiian platter. The prime rib was a bit salty as was the kahlua pork from the platter. I decided I don't like lau lau too much no matter where I get it. The laulau here wasn't bad, but just not a taste I care for. I also really liked the sweet purple potato and the haupia creme dessert. Pretty cool that the kid's meal comes out on a frisbee plate that the kids can take with them to play. The food can be a bit pricy here for it's average quality. We spent the entire credit of $65 we got from booking the travel through Costco. Can't really complain, the food was free.
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B. D.

I like this place. especially the taro bread and mac nut butter!!!! i wasn't able to go back from my last visit.. but i remember enjoying the mac nut crusted fish and pasta.. yum... when i go back i'm def hitting this place.
(5)
Maritel C.

Hosted my rehearsal dinner here and it was a fantastic choice. I had about 36 adults and chose the Pa'aina Buffet from 2-4pm and service was nothing less than great! Derek was our main server than night and was very attentive and accomodating, even when we ran out of food! He was nice enough to have portions refilled and constantly kept us up to date on our bar tab. The ribs were delish, the waimanalo greens fabulous and the ceviche kind of stuff that came on top of the fish was great! Everyone loved the desserts and Derek was kind enough to pack them up to go for us!! Great spot for groups or for a drink!
(4)
Jeannie C.

A kitschy Polynesian themed restaurant that's frequented by tourists more than locals. I have to say my dinner entree, the misoyaki prepared hapu`upu`u (a Hawaiian grouper/seabass) was hands down one of the best fish dishes I've ever had. My b/f's short ribs were really tender but the sweet teriyaki sauce it was braised and covered in didn't quite work well together, but that didn't stop him from polishing off every morsel. I also absolutely loved the banana butter that came with the taro sweet rolls. So much for not filling up on bread. Return Visit = Yes
(4)
Kathy L.

After a great tour of honolulu and pearl harbor my husband and I were famished. We could walk to the tkik bar from our hotel and we were seated immediately. OUr serever Louie was attentive and knowledgeable of the menu items. The food was very good my husband had the fish tacos with were made of fresh caught mahimahi and tuna. I had the fish and chips. the fish with very fresh mahimahi and crisph hot french fries. I would strongly reccomend this grill and bar for lunch
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Philip S.

Seated quickly, but service was really slow. We waited nearly 30 minutes for an appetizer, but they comped it because it took so long. They also tend to undercook their steaks so order a grade more done than you would normally.
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Kit E.

Liked the banana butter w/taro rolls served to us. Hub E. got the braised short ribs which he liked, but my misoyaki butter fish was not so good. It was extremely salty, not so fresh fish, bok choy that was served with it had yellow leaves!
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Susan F.

This is a totally tourist trap. LOL. It has a great view of Waikiki beach, its outdoors, they have live music and happy hour. They serve pina colada's out of coconuts and have blue hawaii's with a pineapple as garnish. But they do have $3 well drinks, $2.50 draft domestics, and $1 special shots, during happy hour. I walked in about 10 minutes before happy hour ended, so I asked if we could order more than one drink at a time so we could get it in before the happy hour ended. The bartender was really nice and put two orders in for us and waited until we were ready for our second drink to make it, ensuring that it would be served to us watered down. Cool.
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Jennifer D.

Went to Tiki's twice I the past week, once for dinner and once for afternoon ice teas and appetizers. The dinner was ok, had the pot roast. The appetizers were great, had the coconut shrimp and calamari, both tasty. Our service was great, ask for Katelyn, she is awesome.
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Dan K.

I was here in 2006, 2008 and last month in May 2010. It was much better on previous visits. It seems a lot of restaurants are suffering when it comes to quality in Honolulu. I ordered the ribs, which were flavorless. Also, they no longer to the large desserts that were SO wonderful..just mini desserts. But, still I would go back. Great atmosphere and the wait staff is friendly.
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Jessica T.

This place was very cute with live music and pretty busy. We sat on the patio overlooking the beach. Our waitress was nice but seemed a little crazy. We ordered drinks from their signature cups, i got a mai tai in a coconut and my boyfriend got a tiki mug. The drinks were really good. I ordered the salmon and he got the surf and turf. The salmon tasted a little fishy...like old fishy.. The surf in turf was delicious, but was a little sloppy on the plate. Actually, we might have ordered the special instead, but our server never told us there was a special and we found out by over hearing a different table. Overall, it was a bit pricey for decent food. The drinks were probably the best part.
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Becky T.

Ultra touristy, but one of my fave places in Waikiki because of the great view and breeze up on the second floor location of this restaurant. They also have a great kalua pork nachos loaded with pork, cheese, and guac. There's usually live music every night and I haven't heard a bad act yet. Having a beer while staring out at the ocean while live ukele is playing in the background is one of the ways I enjoy Hawaii and this place is the best for it.
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Cynthia A.

Food's OK. It and the drinks seem a little pricey for what you get. Though the drinks are pretty good. This past New Year's we spent $40 or $60 (can't remember) on the worst bottle of champagne I've EVER had. But the view was good. Fun decor, free valet parking. BTW - they cater and offer private parties for as many as 100 people. ASK ABOUT THEIR HEINEKEN CAKE! I saw it at a recent bridal expo. Looks like a 3 tiered wedding cake, but it's green with Heine decor.
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JDizzle D.

Can be pricey. i enjoy sitting out side and listening to the live music. there Kahlua pig nachos are my favorite Kahlua pig nachos. there messy, homemade cheese sauce i think, and LOADED with messy stuff, the way it should be.
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Patrick C.

Really awful place...made a reservation for 7:30, got told we would have 45 min wait when we arrived, after 1:10 we took any table only to have to get ok food an really sloppy service. Kids in charge ....nobody really in charge.
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Philip T.

We had breakfast here our first day of nine in Hawaii. The macadamia pancakes were very good. But what really blew me away was the fresh fruit plate. I spent the entire rest of our vacation eating all the papaya and mango I could find. Ambiance was nice, great view of the beach. And our waiter, John, was excellent. Very reasonably priced, too.
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Jeff M.

I was in Honolulu for about 4 months. I orginally went here purely for the view. That is the only reason I continued to visit. Decent happy hour, Decent food. The live music was nice. Service was spotty.
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Ice C.

Have been coming here since they opened in 2002-2003 whenever I am in Honolulu. Food has always been good, the nachos and quesadilla are great. Service has really gone down on this last visit. Bar service was slow at best, and I asked to change tables to one two places up closer to the balcony. Waiter could not transfer $3 soda tab and I had to open a new check and pay off $3 tab. Second server was equally slow, but food was still outstanding. Rating is for bad service, not the food!
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Darryl S.

The seared ahi is the best! The spices are just right, the kalua pork mashed potatoes is amazing and the gravy is awesome. Everyone is friendly. Our waiter, Harry, was most helpful and apologetic when we asked for our shrimp to be cooked some more. The ambience is great and prices are reasonable. And it's on the edge (zoo side) of Waikiki so parking is plentiful AND you can catch a gorgeous sunset. Go now. What are you waiting for????
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Dana T.

Overlooking Waikiki beach, located on the second level, this restaurant was very casual, touristy and family oriented. Tiki's offered a simple array of American cuisine; nothing really out of the ordinary. My fellow friends and I decided to order a few hors d'oeuvres; I must say excellent coconut shrimp. They offered a nice selection of specialty beverages. I enjoyed a tasty Lava Flow, while the others indulged in a Pina Colada and Mai Thai. Prices for these beverages ranged anywhere from about 6 to 10 bucks. There is a live band that plays throughout the evening, which really creates a great ambiance. I must suggest asking the host or hostess to be seated outside. Especially on deck at nightfall, where you can enjoy your dinner with the sound of palm trees swaying in the breeze, and of course the view of the ocean in the background. This restaurant always brings back great memories for me. Sneaky tiki my friends, sneaky tiki ;)
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Richard S.

Went there on a Tuesday night. It got a little crowded but live music and fairly priced drinks was good enough for me. Hunger was striking and didn't have cash to get tacos so ended up leaving to eat somewhere else. So bring cash on Tuesday nights!
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John O.

Tiki's is a good place to go and have a few drinks and maybe even some food. I have eaten a meal here and it was good. Nothing special, just good. The bar is cool. It is outdoors and has a nice view of the ocean and sunsets. As for the drinks, well you can never go wrong with the beer. They have Hinano beer. The Mai Tai is okay. I wished they used more dark rum in there drinks. It would make for a better tasting Mai Tai. They have live music every night. I think they start at 4 and again at 9 or 10. It is usually just a guy or two playing guitars and ukulele.
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Lauren L.

The food tasted old
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Molly B.

I came here one night to grab a quick dinner so I will have to write another review when I come back for a drinks on the patio experience. It's a huge restaurant on the second floor that has indoor and outdoor seating. I like the atmosphere of the outdoor patio and it was perfect at night. I loved my lettuce wraps - well seasoned, huge portion, and came out fresh on a skillet. My boyfriend ordered the ahi appetizer which looked really small compared to some of the other bowls I've had around town and it doesn't come with rice unless you ask for it at night. Our waitress was attentive despite how busy it was on a Saturday night. They had a couple of guys playing live music that sounded pretty good, too. Not a bad place to check out if you're in Waikiki.
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Christopher J.

Awesome patio view. Great happy hour from 2-5. Service was a bit slow in the patio. Service was better at the bar. They take Complimentary photos which you can choose to purchase with a frame or you just get the postcard picture for free. Kailua pig quesadilla was delicious.
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Judy L.

Food was just ok for the price. Nice music and atmosphere with the view. A bit overpriced and very poor signage to find way to third floor via elevator. I ordered the chunky monkey, a chocolate and banana shake. It had very little chocolate, what looked like two squirts in the glass. Nice to get the Yelp checkin free appetizer dumplings which were very tasty and nicely presented. But as others complained the coconut shrimp were $14. Unlike others, we just got 5, not 6. They were tasty wish there more. The calamari were very interesting, not rings like you'd normally find but more of a flattened cake. The crabmeat, sprouts and shrimp topping was a nice touch. Wish the white sauce was less runny. The three of us shared these 3 appetizers, as well as a mixed plate entree. That was my least favorite dish. Bland.
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Marnie J.

Had our last meal on Oahu here because it was close to our condo and we didn't want to drive out for dinner. We were very pleasantly surprised! What we tried: Kalbi Beef Gyoza, Kalua Pig Quesadillas, Sizzling Roll Your Own Lettuce Wraps, Keiki Sliders and the special of the day- Steamed Opakapaka. Everything was good, just a little on the salty side. The quesadillas and sliders were made with taro tortillas and taro buns, respectively. My son really enjoyed the complimentary taro dinner rolls and his taro bun sliders, but he is a bread lover. They were sweet and soft but had no unique flavor to speak of. The lettuce wraps were delicious and very generously portioned. They provided way more meat than could be wrapped by the 4 lettuce leaves but more lettuce leaves were offered if needed. I have to say the steamed Opakapaka was the best dish of all! It was steamed to perfection in a pouch with baby bok choy and other vegetables in a light Asian inspired sauce and cut open right at the table. Overall a very good experience and everyone went home full and satisfied!
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Ariana B.

Had a great meal here with my husband. The view was nice for sunset. A few palm trees blocking the view, but overall a nice place from which to watch the sky change colors. Our server was Kaitlyn and she was super helpful. Honored gyoza coupon from checking, which was nice. And the gyoza was good too. I had the Mac Nut crusted catch of the day and it was delicious over some orzo. I should have taken up Kaitlyn on her offer of lemon, but it was still tasty. My husband had noted on the reservation that we were there for my birthday and they brought out a tasty pineapple cheesecake. They also had live music, which livened up the ambience. Only downer was the photographer wandering around taking advantage of people in vacation mode. I'd go back if we return to Waikiki.
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Madeleine B.

Great stop! Amazing view of the ocean, plus the best collection of art from modern tiki artists you'll find, along with plenty of Oceanic Arts pieces. Coconut shrimp and the crab dips are DELICIOUS starters. The 1944 Mai Tai with Licor 43 foam is a legitimate Trader Vic's style Mai Tai. It's pretty darn good, and the Licor 43 is an interesting addition. The standard Mai Tai on the happy hour menu is an inoffensive of a Hawaiian Mai Tai as you'll get (this isn't an insult, most Hawaiian Mai Tais are pretty offensive!). Our server, Bobby, was incredibly friendly and helpful. He deserves a raise!!
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Mona I.

We ordered a to go order from Tiki's Grill and I sort of always expect the quality to not be as great when we don't dine in but we were exhausted from a fun day swimming at the beach. Even though we only ordered the Tiki burger, and the Beef Gyozi, both were perfect. The tiki burger was juicy and flavorful. The gluten free purple bun tasted even better than a regular bun. All the toppings were fresh, delicious and placed with care. The meat in the beef Gyoza tasted like prime rib, yum. These dumplings were perfectly fried and seasoned. They were also surprisingly light. We look forward to coming here to dine and order more yummy food! Oh yeah, when placing the order and picking up, we were greeted with friendly, efficient, and excellent service. Thank you!
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Laurina S.

This hidden gem is by far the most delicious restaurant in downtown Waikiki! I was looking to have a nice dinner with a good friend of mine and we stumbled upon this place. It's at the end of the strip and located above another restaurant. It can be tricky to get to. They have a nice bar with seating as well as a nice dining room with outdoor seating. The menu in itself is fresh and unique. The entrees aren't something you can easily whip up at home and worth every penny. The staff was very friendly and helpful with their recommendations. We "checked-in" on yelp and received a free order of Gyoza which was amazing!!! The ahi tuna appetizer is one of the best I've had yet.
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Wendy F.

Expensive, good-tasting seafood but at least I was full! But RUINED BY BAD LOCATION, RESTAURANT SETUP, AND SERVICE!!!!!! FOOD: My friends and I initially wanted to go to Roy's, but it was a little too expensive (since we are poor grad students) and we wanted something that we can get full from, which is almost impossible with high end restaurant. So we ended up picking Tiki's since it had 2 dollar signs ($$) on Yelp and the review looked pretty good. I FELT LIKE WE WERE HALF TRICKED. There was 6 of us and we each ordered a dish and shared. We ordered: 1) Salmon with potato ($29) 2) Scallop with risotto ($29) 3) Miso butterfish ($29) 4) Hawaiian red snapper ($33). I liked the MISO BUTTERFISH the most, which the restaurant is the most known for. The sauce was towards the sweet end, and I liked the pairing with the brown rice. I also liked the SALMON a lot. Their mashed potato tasted pretty good! Oh! Their TARO BREAD + BANANA BUTTER SPREAD was pretty delicious and unique!! So why did I say I felt like I was tricked? It's because the food was more expensive and the experience was worse than I expected. I expected each dish to be between $20-$25, and considering the restaurant had more than 1,000 reviews and 4 stars, I was looking forward to a nice dinner. But I expected too much.. SERVICE: We called in 1.5 hour in advance to make a reservation, and still had to wait 10 minutes when we got there. The reason was because they were low on servers. Not a good start. Our server was nice but he didn't seem too comfortable being a waiter. He spoke in a very soft voice and we couldn't hear him very well... SETTING: We were seated on the patio, and the lighting was too dim and there were too many people around us. The place wasn't fancy and was kind of hard to find. It's in the same complex as a hotel. PRICE: We ended up paying $36/person. It was more than I expected. But I mean at least I was full... OVERALL IMPRESSION: I was disappointed by the everything else but the food. The food was okay but you need a nice location, nice service, etc to supplement the experience! The seafood was pretty good, but a little too expensive in my opinion.
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Gen M.

Let me start off by saying that I understand it was the 4th of July and businesses get busy on holidays. However the customer service at Tikis was very disappointing. To begin with we were told it was going to be a 30-45 minute wait for a dining table, fine. We headed over to the bar where the drinks were not as good as I was told. I ordered a mango colada and didn't get that, instead I got a regular piÃ±a colada. We then sat down on one of the bar tables where it took over 20 minutes for someone to approach us and take our order (appetizers only). Someone finally approached us after my husband had to ask twice. We ordered the kalua pig quesadillas which were delicious. We then noticed that more than an hour passed by and we were still waiting on a dinner table. Our waiter was really nice and told us when the fireworks were starting. So we went ahead to watch the fireworks from the balcony, BUT when we headed back our table was cleared . Our drinks were all gone. One of the employees that was wiping the tables sort of accused of sitting on the table without someone sitting us there. After they realized their mistake the manager approached us and apologized for the inconvenience and tried to fix the problem by giving us a complementary photo. We proceeded to order our dinner. I ordered the ribs which I must say were pretty good, everyone else I was with seemed to enjoy their food also. Anyway the only reason why this place is getting 2 stars from me is because of our nice waiter and the food, besides that I won't be going back. Very disappointing.
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Stefanie C.

This place is clearly a tourist trap, but the coconut shrimp was a recommended dish so I came here with a group to try out the menu. We were seated quickly and given the choice of eating indoors or outdoors. The outdoor patio is covered but has a gorgeous view of the tourist infested Waikiki beach, so we sat there to get some fresh air without the sunburn. I got the Tuna Melt with Seafood Gazpacho, which was surprisingly tasty. The tuna was very salty, and there was way too much bread. My friend's sandwich was also too bready. The gazpacho was made with fresh seafood, and I could have eaten an entire bowl of that. Though I could have put up with the mediocre food, the annoying part was the service and staff. First of all we had to continuously request water refills because the staff is stretched too thin here... or they are busy chatting away in the background. There was also someone who approached us for a group photo to put on a postcard, which he was obviously then going to sell for an exorbitant amount. This was a horrible way to end our time at the restaurant, but we were amused by the whole gimmick, so we played it off as a good conversation piece. If anything, come here for Happy Hour because they seem to have very tasty drinks! Otherwise, I would not recommend this place for their food.
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Stephen c.

We had a superb dinner at Tiki's. We put our name in for a table on the Lanai and the Hostess texted us when the table was just about ready. This in and of itself is excellent service as it left us free to walk around in the heart of Waikiki. We got our text, were mere moments away, and were seated in an outdoor area with a striking view of the beach. We were then promptly greeted by our server, Kimra, who really has her own unique, upbeat flare. I needed to decide between the Salmon and Butterfish and she sided with the Butterfish adding that it was one of her faves on the menu, but the Salmon was good as well. I wanted to change the rice and she tells me how she gets it for herself (slightly modified) so I said: lets go for it. When you're lucky enough to have someone who works there and knows all the food tell you what's honestly good, that's a lucky day. And this was one of the best all around fish dishes I have ever eaten in my life. The consistency of the fish, the glaze, the sauce were all amazing and a perfect marriage of flavors and textures. The vegetables were perfectly cooked. I salute the Chef and our wonderful server for giving me such a great dining experience. Five stars honestly earned and deservedly so.
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Amber F.

Inside of Aston Waikiki Beach hotel. My gf had her bachelorette party at the hotel, and Tiki's bar was right there. Super convenient. My bf and I grabbed drinks at the bar and chillded. The bartenders were super friendly, and it wasn't particularly crowded on a Thursday night. I loved the live band! I had the mai tai and waikiki infusion, both were delicious. The bartenders were also happy to adjust my drinks for me. My bf tried some of the scotch and other unknown liquor (sorry, I'm not very good with alcohol names!), and he LOVED them. The price was reasonable for the waikiki area. The location is really close to waikiki beach. Street parking would be very difficult, but you can always use the hotel parking or park somewhere farther and walk over.
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Jack W.

1. VERDICT/VALUE One of the go-to touristy joints that locals can enjoy in Waikiki. Solid food and service at a reasonable (for Waikiki) price given that you've got the tables on the lanei, live band to listen to, and sunsets/fireworks (on Fridays) to watch from here. Get the Kama'aina prime rib special between 5pm-7pm daily! 2. FOOD Having enjoyed a lot of visits here with out-of-town guests, I continue to recommend this place to family and friends. The bar features (not surprisingly) a bar menu with your standard burger-based fare, while the dining room features more contemporary dishes. On this visit, we enjoyed: The Wasabi Lilikoi Grilled Pork Wings ($12): essentially two, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs served over corn and edamame in a sweet and savory fashion. Not spicy at all, the price on this one is a little steep...but only because you may not want to share and need to order more for the rest in your party! The Kalbi Beef Gyoza ($12, but free if you check-in on Yelp): imagine marinated BBQ beef meeting onions and choi sum in a fried dumpling package. Now stop imagining and enjoy the goodness!! The Miso Butterfish ($29): soft, melt-in-your-mouth butterfish (a.k.a. cod) served with sprouts, bok choy, and brown rice. It really is possible to eat good food and yet be healthy! The Kama'aina Special ($15): tender 10oz prime rib with vegetables (cucumber and eggplant tonight) and mashed potatoes. The regular price is $29 for the same with a 14oz prime rib, so this is quite the deal! You can only order this between 5pm-7pm though so act quick! Other aspects worth mentioning: - Meals are served with purple taro buns and lilikoi butter - YUM! - Depending on the price of drink you order, you may get your choice of new Tiki cup to take home. - Non-alcoholic smoothies (not on the menu) can be made to order. - Tiki's also offers buffet dining for groups. 3. SERVICE It's always been pretty good - and on this evening, when the storms blew into Waikiki, all servers were doing their best to relocate the diners to tables on the inside; we happened to get lucky with a table at the end of the lanei sheltered by a wall, so we stayed outside and our server kept coming out in the rain to check on us. 4. ATMOSPHERE While Tiki's won't beat anyone on price, but what makes it a winner is the good food set in a great environment. There's almost always a live band playing in the evening; the bar features TVs to keep you in the game, and the place is always hopping! Make a reservation ahead of time to minimize waits and disappointment and while you can't reserve a lanei spot, request it anyhow - the view of the sunset, folks on the street, or even a glimpse of the fireworks on Friday nights are fantastic there!
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Daverick A.

Spanish Cherry Blossom is a MUST TRY. It's crazy delicious and made by Mr. Kirk Urbanski who works here regularly. If you're here, this drink has to be one of the drinks you have to have. Thanks Kirk! You're the man
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John G.

Went for lunch. Nice setting, but felt kind of generic and chain-like. Fish tacos were bland. French dip on Banh Mi roll was pretty good, but the bread smelled of ginger(?) I think - kind of odd. Not bad, but there is better food in the area.
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Yuo W.

Love the live music!! Got some free galbi gyoza for checking in! The atmosphere is awesome. Great location for checking out the sunset on Waikiki.
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Jenna G.

My husband and I are doing the touristy thing. While we waited for our room to be ready, we decided to walk here and try it out. Of course I looked up restaurants near us and it popped up with some good reviews. We arrived a few hours before happy hour which is 2-5 pm. We got a table right away with a great view of the beach. Drew was our waiter and he was fabulous! I ordered my drink in a tiki cup but since they just run out of the blue guy with red tongue, he brought all cups to me yo choose which one I wanted. I thought that was very nice of him to do. Also, we ordered the kalbi beef gyoza since we checked in on yelp! The gyoza was very good, normally priced at $12 but free for checking in. It came with 5 pieces. The orange sauce was better tasting than the brown. I ordered the island fish tacos that came in poi tortillas. I felt they were filled with so much stuff and they lacked flavor. It was hard to eat them, everything fell out the end, and they just didn't do it for me. They were served with fries that were delicious! My husband got the cheeseburger. We ended up switching. I got half of his burger and he ate my 2nd taco. Drew came back and was very nice when I asked for a different tiki glass to take home since mine had a chip in it! He also was cool about our check and giving us the gyoza for free since it was charged to us. I had a fabulous time, great service, the view is amazing!
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Paris N.

Been here a few different times. Lunch and dinner. At night they have live music which goes great with the fruity drinks! The food is great and so is the service. I think only once I had an unsatisfactory waitor. But I came back! The tourist photographer is kinda annoying especially if you're local. It's not that nice of a place for a photo op. Or to pay $20 for it.
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Maria S.

Came here for dinner last night, I got the mango mojito which is good but not that great. The Gyoza was free, but I'm not really a fan so I'll pass. The prime rib is good but what I like most is the garlic mashed potato that comes with it. The place is a little busy but the view is spectacular and I also like the addition of the live band. The service is awesome, our waitress was very attentive and made sure we're taken cared of. Very convenient for me as it's located at the Aston Waikiki Hotel so this would be the closest decent spot to have a few drinks and eat.
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Kathleen B.

Great service and ambiance and food. Fresh fish and lots of choices. Ocean view. Great for groups and,families.
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Kathie F.

I was super hungry thought I could've eaten a whole cow. However, ahi poke is too salty and two of my drinks -- five-o lava flo and ocean portion were tasted like sugary coughing syrup :( View is nice and it's awesome to come see the sunset with live music.
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Cecilia D.

Some girls in our group hadn't been to Hawaii before so I wanted to take them to a kitschy place that serves that popular Blue Hawaiian and this joint on the beach was perfection. First, service in the form of our lovely waitress was superb. She even told us to hold off ordering for bit so that we could be in time for the Happy Hour Menu and then split our bill 5 ways at the end of the night. NOBODY does that. Food was tasty; I had the local plate which had all my favorite Hawaiian proteins.
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Jessica P.

One word - EXCELLENT! Conner was our awesome server for the evening. His knowledge about the menu and recommended appetizer was on point! Highly recommend you try the Calamari appetizer for $16. It was made to perfection and so flavorful!! Lightly breaded and topped off with a creamy sauce with crab, capers and a lil spicy. Our entrees were just as great. The boys ordered the kamaaina special which was ribeye with garlic mashed potatoes and the Father's Day special was also prime rib but bone-in. They devoured their plates. I had the Thai chicken salad and a mango flavored piÃ±a colada in a coconut souvenir cup. It was a great light meal overlooking Waikiki Beach. Great location, great service, and great food. We will definitely be back for more!
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Kayla N.

I didn't love Tiki Grill and Bar. The ambience inside was so so. Our server was very friendly and she was always available when we needed something. But the food was just unimpressive. It wasn't bad but it wasn't great. I got The Monkey cocktail and it was too much like a milkshake. I expected it to be more like a banana mudslide and it definitely wasn't. I had the seafood combo entree and it was good but the combination of flavors was weird. I don't know what it was but I've had much better seafood entrees.
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Eva C.

I'm giving Tikis 5stars due to the amazing atmosphere they have! We met a beautiful woman from Cape Verde and she really gave us a lot of tips about the island. She's a local here and made us feel much more welcomed! I am an edamame fan and I must say- although their edamame isn't spicy it was definitely flavorful! I am not big on drinking but their "Hawaii Five O" drink is AMAZING! Thanks for the live music as well!
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David K.

Despite that they brought our apps after our mains, that the app may or may not have come from a bag, and that I sent back the club sando (how on earth do you mess up a club?) we managed to enjoy our trip to Tiki's. Oh, they also brought us the wrong white wine, and I needed twice to ask for another round, but what's a half-dozen errors when you're on vacation? We started, or tried to start with the galbi, which arrived as I was sending back the club which literally had one (1, uno, a singleton!) piece of turkey on each quadrant. That was replaced by an unremarkable but aesthetically pleasing burger (thanks to a purple taro roll). My wife's ono special was actually quite good. I think the kitchen is tired of the tourist fare and eager to cook, so that's a good sign. Yes, it's as touristy as you'd imagine a place in Central Waikiki (buy a souvenier glass for $13), but it was a pleasant respite for an early lunch overlooking the beach. Our server Shane tried to please and the 11-months-pregnant manager filled in his gaps. Waikiki is not one of my favorite places on Oahu but Tiki's ain't a bad spot to watch the Pacific Rim walk by.
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John M.

This was easily the most meh meal of our trip, and it's too bad that the menu sounds original and interesting, but is executed so poorly. It reminds me of a concept menu that some consultant came up with to make the cuisine sound interesting and authentic, but the ingredients and the kitchen just can't do it justice. For instance, a medium-rare, grass-fed Maui cattle burger on sweet potato bun sounds yummy, but the dry piece of meat that came out on a thick, tasteless bun wasn't. Nor were the 'famous' coconut shrimp, which were small and sad. Paired with a couple of sugar-forward, alcohol-lite cocktails, all we were left with was the lovely view and friendly service.
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Christie K.

What a great way to end our Hawaiian vacation! We had an amazing dinner with a unforgettable view of the ocean. The prime rib poke was out of this word! Loved it! Caesar salad was just a Caesar salad. The balsamic reduction was a nice touch. I got the Thai Shrimp Puttanesca & my husband got the Guava BBQ Rubs. Both were great! Not a big fan of the Taro Rolls & Banana Butter but it was cool to try something local & new. Not a fan of the Creme brÃ»lÃ©e but we didn't get charged for it. Didn't even complain, our server was just that good! Our server was Kim. He did an awesome job. Friendly, attentive & turns out he's from Washington like us. We got our pictures taken & got a free coupon for an appetizer on our next visit. We purchased additional photos as a souvenir.
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Anna M.

Good drinks, delicious fish and chips!!! Love their tartar sauce!!!-- must come here when you visit
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Vrinda G.

Came here on our last night in Oahu for a family dinner. My parents are vegetarian so we ordered the edamame and seared tofu, the only two vegetarian items on the menu. The edamame was some of the best I've had - tender and seasoned with truffle butter. The tofu was cooked well but fairly flavorless. It was garnished with interesting "sea asparagus," which was almost a little spicy. The ambiance here is great - right on the water with an amazing view. The non formal dining area doesn't require reservations and is open seating. We didn't have to wait at all! As a bonus, tiki bar and grill validates hotel parking for three hours.
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Crystal B.

Although this a tourist trap place (photographer and all) the food was actually amazing. The ahi and lettuce wraps were the best. Burger not so much (hint, I've never had a good burger in Hawaii). Happy hour is a must for $5 Mai tais. Try sitting outside to order from the bar menu, it will save you money, better options and you have an awesome ocean view.
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Asif K.

We got a coupon for our hotel for Kalbi Beef Gyoza and we also ordered Tiki's Fish and chips and coconut Shrimp. Number one was coconut shrimp but fish and chips was also good. We did not like beef Gyoza but still ate all of them. Little pricy but things are expensive in Waikiki beach area. Good vibe and live music.
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Stephanie M.

Atmosphere is lively, especially with the band, but the food is certainly lacking. As a self-professed foodie, I was highly disappointed in our meal. Don't get me wrong - the menu descriptions are spectacular and mouth-watering, but the execution has much left to be said for. I very rarely write bad reviews, but our chef was super heavy-handed with the salt. Granted, that made us want more beer and cocktails, but didn't make for a good food experience. The kalbi beef gyoza tasted like a cheeseburger, the meat that came with the lettuce wraps were salt-city, the Panko fish was dry and not flaky at all. Kind of sad that we spent so much money on food that was mediocre. :-/ Oh, I should add that this was on the bar side. There was more than an hour wait at 9:30PM, but we could sit on the bar side with a special bar menu. From my understanding, the inside restaurant has additional items available.
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Kathy W.

Sooooo this was going to get a 1 star but the assistant manager happened to be the one bussing our table and made a big impact on my opinion. 1st we (2 top) were seated right after another table 4 top) and our orders were taken right after as well. I ordered an ice tea and fish tacos and my Friend ordered coconut shrimp. Well the table right next to us got their drinks, food and almost finished their meal before I got my ice tea. It took another 5 or so min to get some sugar for my tea. 2nd the table to our other side (4 top) were seated between me getting my tea and sugar and they had all their drinks before my sugar arrived, one person had ice tea and they were brought sugar at that same Moment. 3rd the newer table got all of there food before we did. 4th my friend got the wrong order, they gave him calamari. So we had to send it back and wait for his shrimp 5th my mahi taco was mainly lettuce. I took it a part to eat the fish out of it and there was literally two bites. Finally my friends shrimp arrived and he said it was good which was good. He had been here before and raved about how good and fun it was and per the other yelpers it seems that that tends to be the case. Well the manager asked how everything was and when I said ok he was truly Concerned as to why it wasn't great Ashe hopes everyone has a great experience. He apologized for all the issues and was hoping we could come back and he could show us that they really are great. We leave tomorrow so idk if we will have time but I travel to the islands often so maybe next trip, or when my family comes I can have them try it out. I hope to one day give it a better review as it seems to have potential and great reviews from others Kudos to the assistant manager for truly Caring about his customers.
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Delphine Y.

While I only came in for a small bite to eat and cold beer I was pleasantly surprised on both fronts! The Ahi Poke is probably the best I've ever had, so I had it twice in my stay in Waikiki. The beer I had was a Hawaiian beer with a smokey banana flavor at the end, also very good. Totally hit the spot. The view of Waikiki Beach is wonderful. You go in for an early lunch or dinner you are more likely to get a table by the glass that over looks the beach. I bet it's great for sunsets. Service was great! My server made the excellent beer recommendation and let me really sit and dine. Never felt rushed even as it became busier. Definitely recommend a meal here while in Waikiki!
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Dawn T.

Yes, Tiki's is a little touristy but the food is absolutely delicious and the atmosphere is awesome! Husband and I both ordered 1944 Mai Tai's (these are strong-- woohoo!) in two of their cute souvernir cups. I loved these!! They cleaned and carefully packed these up for us afterwards to take home. Kalbi beef gyoza appetizer was decent. Miso butterfish was AMAZING. So flavorful and truly melt-in-your-mouth good. I've only had butterfish once prior (Roy's) and Tiki's totally knocks it out of the park. Biggest/only gripe? We made a reservation via open table and had to wait 30 minutes to be seated. People who just walked in without a reservation were told it would be a 35-45 minute wait. Annoying. Thankfully once we were finally seated, we had an amazing server who immediately made my experience better. Our table was outside on the lanai and we would've had an amazing ocean view but it was already dusk by that point. Nonetheless, it was a fun atmosphere to enjoy dinner in Waikiki!
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Joe F.

Service was great, especially our server, Caitlin. The food was a bit pricey, but pretty solid, although the duck was overcooked. Come on Wednesday night for half-price wine.
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Sarah C.

Our server was very nice and the view was amazing but the food was your typical bar food. If you want a bar with a relaxed atmosphere to chill and munch at then this is a good place. Just don't go expecting great food. ;)
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DÃ©ja T.

Came here for Mother's Day brunch with my family... Worst decision ever! The food was alright, but the chicken, mahi, and salmon were dry and over-cooked. Eggs were dry, fried rice was... Weird. Desserts were meh. We weren't even finished and the staff brought out take-out plates for themselves. They totally wiped out the food and we had to ask to bring out more. No plates out for customers almost the entire time.... The worst part, for me, was that the staff was EATING over the buffet food, while they were getting their food. There are a number of sanitary issues I had when I saw this, and I don't think I'll be back any time soon.
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Gillian G.

This is a touristy place. We came on our last night but did not regret it. We got a burger, fries, and quesadilla and then we got free gyoza for checking in with yelp.Food quality is like Applebee's or red robins, but more expensive. But the atmosphere was AWESOME! We went there on a Friday night and a local band was playing.
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Shelly K.

As industry bartenders we came here and were blown away with professional, well equipped, beyond friendly, welcoming service. Adam was our main bartender but Marcos was an amazing compliment when Adam had to tend to the servers. Marcos was humble and knowledgeable; an obvious asset to the Tiki Grill and Bar. Honestly as 15year seasoned San Diego bartenders my boyfriend and I have yet to come across the standard met here! From the entire team working together, the craft and pure energy. Blown away! We'll be back! Mahalo!!
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Troy P.

This is a busy place being right on the beach walk and in the heart of Waikiki. It can be a little confusing to get to through the hotel lobby but it's worth finding considering the great view and awesome patio. We were there during a live music night and it was pretty loud, it's fun but if you're looking for relaxing while watching the sunset you might want to try somewhere else. We had a sample of appetizers and we expected them to be expensive, I didn't think they were all that great though. I enjoyed the ambiance and drinks way more than the food, the ribs appetizer were by far my favorite. They have a decent little gift shop too with affordable t shirts, mugs, and other Hawaii souvenirs. Their logo is pretty cool and worth the price at $14 for a t shirt. It's definitely a cool bar to check out and I think their dinner menu probably has better food offerings than the bar menu. If you enjoy some live music and strong drinks then this right up your alley.
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Laura O.

Start your trip with some good bites and some Mai Tai's at none only but at Tiki's!! Waitresses and the hostess were very lovable and humble. I was seated in the outdoor patio area directly waving Aloha to the sunset! The seafood combo plate was placed upon my table and then made it's way to my stomach, it was very good! I would have ordered some dessert but the entree was quite filling. Live music playing during the evening that played some mellow Hawaiian tunes. Very pleasing!
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Shereen G.

Nice views. Staff is friendly and fast. Love the amazing drinks. I had the poke and brown rice and my husband had wings. Staying at the Aston for a week. For sure coming here more often ! While we are here
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Ingrid K.

It is rare that I hit up tourist places like this, but I will be returning. I was impressed with the service. My server was amazing. He was knowledgeable of the menu. He was very helpful regarding food allergies. He never let the drinks go dry. He was attentive and helpful, the way I would expect a server to be at Hy's or something. The food is worth the price. My husband had the New York Strip which was excellent. I had the butterfish. It melts in your mouth as it should. It's not quite as good as Roy's but it was really good. My Mai Tai was perfect. Great ambiance. Great live music. You can even see the fireworks from there on Friday night. I hope to return soon.
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Zachary H.

Here is another Waikiki gem. This is a great mix of locals and tourists. The food is excellent, I recommend the misobutterfish. I just wanted to say I was very impressed, as I checked in and received a free order of short ribs gyoza which my buddy and I scarfed down very tasty. I was very impressed as a manager came to verify the yelp check in gift. He was sincere and asked if I had a good experience to leave a review but if I was unhappy to please let him know. Well we were definitely pleased as always. Macee(probably misspelled) was a great server she get our glasses full and was very attentive.
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Austin F.

On our honeymoon we were looking for a mix of great food, fun island feel and a good time. Tiki's Grill and Bar for everything and more. Honestly the service far surpassed Every restaraunt we ate at on Oahu. We were lucky to get Nicki G. as a server, and I will say that we would come back purely for her friendly attitude, sweet disposition and advice. She was focused on making us feel special and catering to anything we wanted. Let me add, everyone at this place was very nice and helpful. The food will seem like an afterthought after the way we were treated at this wonderful restaraunt, but I have to say the food was superb. An awesome and unique blend of creativity and taste. We had the Gyozo beef appetizer, fantastic. And for dinner, we both had the Miso Butterfish. Holy ____ that is one of the most delicious fish meals I've ever had. Trust me, as a picky customer who likes good food, unique twists, great service and a view, this place hit Every single thing. Do yourself a favor, try this restaraunt, ask for Nicki G. and try the Butterfish. Enjoy
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Julia K.

Delicious bar with a great view! If you check in with yelp, they give you a free appetizer of gyoza with galbi which was very delicious. Dishes we got: (1) Gyoza galbi - 4/5. Delicious but overpriced $12 for 5 pieces of gyoza. If you check in on yelp, you get this appetizer for free. (2) chicken and waffles - 3/5. The chicken was really salty but the waffles were really good. Chicken was fatty too. (3) Ahi poke - 3.5/5. Poke sauce was on the salty side but the fish was fresh. There was too much soy sauce. (4) beef poke - 4/5. This was better than the ahi poke. The meat was perfectly cooked and seasoned to medium rare. Drinks: (1) blueberry bikini - 3.5/5. a blue colored alcoholic beverage which was sweet but delicious. (2) beer- forgot which one but there was one where you can get a free cup. The cup is nice and they have it ready for you before you leave. We can here at night but the view from downstairs looks nice during the day.
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Patty n.

Amazing food and service! Not to mention there's a beautiful view Alex makes a fabulous cocktail, she has a great MiThai! Matt was super friendly and welcoming on our first day in the islands.
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Alana B.

Tiki's was a little below my expectation that I had anticipated for this place, they would get more like 3-1/2 stars in my book. I would have to say that our appetizer was significantly tastier than our entrees. Kahalu's Smoked Meat was our pupus starter, and mhmm boy was that delicious! Definitely order this one. Mac Nut Crusted Mahi looked great on the menu but it was actually a little bland in reality. I will give them some props on the presentation of the meals though. The view on the other hand was incredible, a great spot to enjoy a sunset. Our server was extremely friendly, maybe at some times a little too friendly. But as I said before, great location to watch the waves, so come enjoy an ice cold beverage!
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KD D.

Good food, drinks, and relatively good service. Loved the live music and the view. Reasonable prices 13-18 on the bar food menu.
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Tyler J.

Come here on Wednesdays for Happy hour and get bottles of wine at half off!! ^____^ Thank you, Karen, we enjoyed ourselves! See you soon!
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Karen T.

We came here for a buffet dinner in a private area of the restaurant. We had the taro rolls, green salad, sauteed vegetables, mahi mahi, teriyaki chicken, bbq ribs, and mango coconut cake. The bbq ribs were tender and juicy and were really good. The sauteed vegetables were also very tasty (probably very buttery) and the first thing to go. I also liked the taro rolls. The mahi mahi and chicken were a bit dry and lacked flavor. The mango coconut cake was light and had a meringue texture to it and was also very good. Located on the third floor of the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel, the restaurant can be a bit tricky to find. The area they sectioned off for the party was also in the back of the restaurant so we didn't really get to enjoy the views or live music. This is a bummer since we were all there to celebrate a very special occasion so you would think that private areas would have better seating. The waitress was also not very clear on what was or was not included on the menu in terms of drinks. I don't know if she was being lazy, trying to earn extra money, or just didn't know but she kept telling us different things and we were billed different things. Overall, I feel like we didn't really experience the things that make Tiki's "great." The food was decent (ribs, sauteed vegetables, and taro rolls) but ambiance and service was definitely lacking. It's up in the air whether we would want to revisit Tiki's or recommend it to others.
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Jennifer N.

Randomly chose this restaurant for lunch. I recommend the Mama's Thai chicken salad that's only if you don't like the typical ranch dressing. I substitute my wedge lettuce with mixed greens and they were kind to do so. Chicken was tender and salad dressing were slightly on the sweeter side which doesn't bother me. I checked in on Yelp and got a complimentary dish of kalbi beef gyoza (5 pieces) and I'm glad it was complimentary because I didn't like it. The beef itself is good but I didn't like the sauce drizzled over it. I'm not sure what it was but the dark sauce tasted like hoisin and the red tasted like sirracha combined with mustard, not a good combination for me.
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Vincent M.

Totally chill. Big outdoor bar with an awesome view of the Pacific. Lots of room casual. Nice bar menu everything is about 10-15 bucks. I'm having Ruths Chris later, so I just wanted a drink and snack. I ordered steamed edemame with some sort of truffle garlic butter. This bowl is straight up delicious. 7 dolares. To top it off I checked in on Yelp and got a pint of the local Longboard brew for two fifty as a perk. Great way to forget about the sunburn. The bar is on the second floor, all outdoor, so you can watch the see and skip the traffic. Nothing fancy, but a great spot to chill and and watch the surf..
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Richard M.

Pros: Great view. Great live music. Cons: High-priced mediocre food. It's really 2.5 stars but that's not an option.
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Christi T.

We were very pleasantly surprised by this restaurant during our recent visit to Honolulu. Usually restaurants associated with hotels are not great, but the food and service here was fantastic. The Mai Tai (with the passion fruit foam) that I had here was the best I've ever had.
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Terry G.

We both were sadly mistaken when we thought walking 2 miles from Hilton Hawaii Village would bring us less people and less traffic....Oh well. Went from needing to wait 5-10 minutes around here for lunch to virtually no wait and that was nice for a change. The food was great, worth walking the 2 miles for sure. We checked in on yelp and found that we would receive a free appetizer with purchase of entry. Took advantage of the savings and ordered myself a few beers.... My Wife decided to order the "1944 Mai Tai" and that could have put a horse down. Worth the money thats for sure. Can't remember our waiters name but he was a cool guy. The place is up on the second story so you have a great view of the beach if that is your type of thing. Would recommend this place to anyone....except for those who orders the 1944 and can't handle any alcohol.....
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Brandon C.

We into Tiki's a few days ago and wasn't impressed with the speed of the service, so we left. Yesterday we went back in and sat at the bar instead. Adam at the bar was great. He recommended drinks that were good and helped with the menu choices as well. He was friendly and knew what he was doing. We would come back on account of the service he provided.
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Leon H.

Great place to watch live music on any night. You will see a great amount of tourists and locals that you would love. The food is great with some good bartenders also.
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Tommie C.

The clam chowder was awesome, the drinks were the best. The environment is great and my server was amazing very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. Thanks Gill your the best!
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Samantha B.

Awesome food plus great service. I got the fish & chips and it was delicious, so fresh and their tarter sauce was amazing. My son Got the grass fed burger and loved it plus it was on a delicious purple bun. So definitely go here they're on point with their food.
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Mailin C.

Awesome view, cocktails and food are ok. But still a great spot to hang out especially for sunset!
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Stacey K.

So happy with Tiki's! First, the food is fantastic! Second, if you have an event that you need to plan, I would highly recommend working with them!! We had our daughter's wedding reception on Hina's Lanai on a Monday evening in May, and the event was just awesome. Jenni and the rest of the staff were wonderful. The setting was great, with the sunset, and everyone involved with the venue went above and beyond to make sure we all had a great night. We had approximately 80 guests, and ordered pupu's and a buffet menu, along with a first drink for everyone, in a Tiki glass they could take home. The pupu's tasted fantastic, and were quickly devoured. Prime rib poke and Kalbi Gyoza were hits, along with the pesto crustini. The buffet food was very good as well. Fish was moist and tasty, chicken was great, and the veggies were still crisp and well cooked even in the steamer pans! We had our own cake from Cake Works (another great island business) but Tiki's included cake in the buffet as well, and it was moist and flavorful! No one went away unhappy. Mahalo Tiki's for the great evening! Can't wait to come back for dinner!!
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Jane F.

I've come here several times now to have some food and watch some live music. The design, lighting, tables and look and feel of whole place is great inside and out. The food is decent, but high priced. My major complaint is the short-shorts the waitresses wear. It does not increase tips and it looks so unprofessional and is a huge turn off to see asses hanging out of shorts whilst eating. I used to waitress and bartend for many years. At one time, in Florida, I worked at an oyster bar where the uniform for the females was the speghetti strap tinny tanks and those black short-shorts. Yes, I have the body for it, but you know what? I got worse tips there than anywhere else I ever worked and a whole lot more sexual harassment. What happened to black and white uniforms and shorts that were 2 inches above the knee? Majority of people are out on dates and out with their friends and are paying a lot of money for these dishes and aren't looking for a "hooter" type environment. I'd prefer more professional outfits. If the women are going to have shorts up their butts, why not the men?
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Bud L.

I never trust a place that sells tshirts and tiki mugs. I should have trusted my instincts. Wait staff was great but the food left a lot to be desired. Kind of a tourist trap IMHO.
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Erlyn L.

Tiki's restaurant was recommended by our hotel to try. The food was very good, pricey. Can't eat there every night though. I forgot our waiters name but he was very nice & we had a good service. Everyone there was friendly.
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Aloha S.

Food is good. Live music is good. We are in hawaii so the atmosphere is amazing,but your overall enjoyment will fall upon the wait staff,which seems under paid and over worked. They will purposely spill and push...and can be very inconsiderate,sometimes rude. It seems you owe them for beeing at a beautiful place..,
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Mike Z.

5 star for the female who delivered the dish and 1 star for the female who took the order on July 8th, 2015 around 5 pm. Totally rude and inpatient service, not knowing whether I'm by myself or I'm Asian. Feel offended from her face. Was going to pay 0 tip till another female delivered the dish and had a happy small talk. Gave 10% in the end even though I know they probably share that and there's no way I can give the tip to the specific person.
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Adam M.

Good breakfast and coffee. Excellent views of the marina.
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Adam T.

This was a fun spot. Live music in the evenings and right on the beach. For the best deal go on a day that has a daily drink special you are into. Some stuff was great (calamari, miso butterfish) some things were meh like the n.y. Steak (mine was a bit rough but my friend said his was great).
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L N.

Tikiis is cool. We had the coconut shrimp, miso butterfish and seafood sample risotto. The food was good. The mango mojitos and vodka sodas were 'ehh'... Glad I sat away from the music do to the high volume, the view was relaxing. I would recommend to visitors.
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Pamela S.

If I could give this place 0 stars, I would. I live nearby and came here on a girls night. I left more sober than when I arrived because I honestly believe the bar tender didn't like us for some crazy reason and put no alcohol in our drinks. We had three different waitresses and the only decent one was Amanda. Take my advice and go anywhere else in Waikiki.
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risk E.

Great place to drink and get some food. Had the Ono and the steak sandwich for lunch and it was better than I expected. Service was great and the view of Waikiki was awesome. I think this would be a great place to just eat, chill, and have a few beers with your friends
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John R.

Came for lunch. Great location, can see the beach and ocean. Seated quickly and got a great seat near the railing. Menu has standard items, nothing really stands out. Got the NY strip, was thin and unremarkable. Server appeared one time, lame. Come for the view, not the food. Seems to be the theme for all Waikiki places so far
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Peeyoosha H.

We went to Tiki's grill & bar when we were on vacation in Hawaii. This review is not based on food. Wanted to hang out in the evening, so we just had edmame, Coconut pina colada, Martini & few more drinks. Sadly we were really disappointed with the drinks, felt very dilute & didn't do anything for us. But we enjoyed the live music, lovely outdoor seating and breeze from Waikiki beach!
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Rubber D.

Open air on second floor. Up escalator around the corner past pool then straight ahead. Bathroom has code to enter for usage but hostess gives it. They greet you. One hostess had a tablet she carried around. Other's just seated you. Shop for buying items. Wife ordered peach drink and got glass with it. Cheaper option than buying in store. A lady had necklaces setup on Thursday night next to entrance. She was nice and we got some items. Now to dinner. We had missed a Lau at Polynesian cultural center and had been talking with our waiter. He sad we got rolls that are grwat. They were purple in color and good. Ate to many as he just kept bringing them. Crab dip was excellent. Ate to many chips before dinner I had baby back ribs and fries. The ribs were seasoned good and plenty of meat on ribs. The place has a chef but my food was comfort food and very good. Wife on the other hand had shrimp and scallops dinner and it showed chef food. It looked like a TV plate. It tasted very good. Waiter was friendly and talked in between helping everyone. Very full crowd but he was excellent. We tipped about 40 percent because my water cup had ice and water without going empty. Hard to do since weather was very hot this past week in hawaii from hurricanes off shore. Rating hold up our experience as sometimes not the case.
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Caitie A.

Nice staff. My server was Nikki G last night. She kindly offered us the yelp deal where you check in a get a free gyoza. Just bummed because we didn't ask for much but for no tomatoes on my fish. And of course there were tomatoes after I received my dish.I didn't mention it to her because of course it's not a huge deal! ****lastly, I definitely got some kind of food poisoning from here so beware. I have a stomach of steel. I don't get sick for no one's cookin.. And if I get sick or if my stomach starts churning.. There's definitely something wrong with the food!***
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Mike N.

Go for the view and the live music, maybe a couple of drinks. The food is fair, but looking through the palm trees onto the ocean is what I'd return to Tiki's for. The "1944" mai-tai is tasty. Bit pricey, but very smooth, enjoyable and half of it isn't fruit.
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Michele U.

Food had really good flavor, we hsf a table of 4 people & we ordered chicken wings when brought to the table we were all shocked it was only 2 wings, they were over priced for just 2 wings. We like to drink and relax and pace our food but our food came out way too fast and we even told the waiter not to bring the food out fast felt like we were being rushed. Cesar salad was odd, the lettuce was standing upwards didn't get that presentation but ok. Can't remember the place since we were rushed out.
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Trey K.

I really liked this place when we visited the island back in March. It was a busy night and they were actually filming some promo video so it was a bit hectic. We sat ourselves on their amazing patio & our server greeted us shortly after. When a table on the outer edges opened up giving us a view of the ocean, we snatched it before it was taken & our server was totally fine with it! The atmosphere and prices of this place are great - I expected to pay an arm and a leg for some halfway decent food. I accidentally ordered the wrong thing on the menu so I waited until our server came back to get what I had intended to order. The only bad thing that happened then was that it took quite some time for our server to come back and check on us to see how the food was. Once she came back, she happily sorted everything out and apologized for not coming back sooner. That is my only complaint on this place. Next time I'm on the island I will definitely be coming back here for a few meals!
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Jade M.

Really fun atmosphere ! Drinks and food were awesome ! They had live music . I really enjoyed myself . And the gyoza was amazing !!!!!!!
(5)
Rayne S.

Awesome Food and Service as we celebrated my mom's birthday with the family! Delicious appetizers, main courses, and dessert! Thanks to Evan for taking care of us!
(5)
Jessie G.

Arrived around 10pm for dinner. Sat in bar area for 45 minutes and never got water or menus. We watch people all over the bar area getting waited on. We let the manager know. He said sorry sometimes people fall through the cracks. And that was it. We left and the hostess gave us a free pot sticker appetizer. So attempt number # 2.'.' Sunday night went for food and drinks. Food was cool and worst than franchise food. We would not recommend for food or service. On a good note. Music was amazing!!!
(1)
Ty I.

This is a double review as I went there for lunch and dinner: Dinner Quick seating. Waiter was prompt and friendly. Drinks served served quickly with water being brought out immediately. Food was very good and the overall experience was a 4 star. Lunch They must bring the B team out at lunch. Pretty sure waiter was high as he didn't remember a damn thing. Can I have water? Forgot. Condiments? Forgot. There were a handful of people there yet a couple of sandwiches took over an hour. Not the kitchen's fault but the waiter's as we watched him take a good fifteen minutes to put in our order. Took at least that long to get a couple of beers, FYI the bar was about 15 feet away from us. Got the bill and noticed the free appetizer for checking in on yelp, which I showed him at ordering, was on there as well as a full priced beer that was 1/2 price for happy hour. Had to wait some more for him to fix it. 100% horrible waiter. To the waiter...for all of us out there that like to eat please find a new job as you seriously cannot handle yours. 1 star
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Jin L.

Got here on a Saturday night was nice sat on the patio with a live band. Went there strictly for drinking and ordered the five o lava flow and the tropical torch. The lava flow was really sweet a little too sweet for my taste buds but for a girly drink it tasted fine. The tropical torch was yummy it comes with dry ice in it for it smokes up and keeps it cold to drink. I enjoyed this drink it was fruity but not super sweet which I liked. Also tried the pineapple cheesecake with infused rum pineapple and that was good and not too sweet. Good place to watch the beach and the sunset.
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Diana S.

First I gotta say, as I sit here in the actual restaurant, at the table with the beach breeze at my back, the sound of families and cars passing by below, the ambiance is great. Also, shout out to our server Nikki G. For being friendly and kind, along with the other ladies who helped out bringing food and water. It is April 8th (Wednesday) , and we came around 5pm for an early dinner while on vacation here in Honolulu. We were slightly skeptical because of some of the reviews, however, we're surprised by how good the service and food was. My dad got the baby back ribs while my mom got the salmon and I got the Beachboy seafood thing that came with shrimp and scallops. I also enjoyed their Mai Tai and margaritas because they didn't use as much of the sweet and sour mix stuff other places usually use. All in all, the experience was great and I would definitely come again and recommend it to people visiting.
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Wes J.

Everyone deserves a second chance and everyone restaurant will have an off service from time to time. I unfortunately was the recipient of that last time. Not so with my most recent visit. From the minute we arrived every employee was extremely friendly and genuine. The food was awesome! We started with the coconut shrimp which was cooked perfectly. The hamburger was loaded with flavor, the my wife's crab cake burger was really good. The beer was nice and cold and the kids were kept happy with their meals. Thank you for inviting us back! We certainly enjoyed our meal and now that we live here we will gladly come back again!
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Jamie A.

Great view of the beach. Service was ok nothing to get excited about. Food was decent drinks were good.
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Laura C.

I absolutely love Tikis!! Every time I come to Hawaii I love to have a Mai tai on the ocean side with the crab cheese dip!!! The service is amazing!!! Happy hour oh my! $5 Mai tai $3 sex on beach!!! I love it all!
(5)
Brandy W.

Friday night and another meals on heels. Our group of 10 had to wait until the majority of our group arrived before being seated. Located on the second floor of the Aston, you must pass the pool to arrive at the restaurant. Make sure you take advantage of the 3 hour free validated valet at the hotel, especially if you're only there to have dinner. This review will be broken into 2 sections: FOOD: 5 STARS OK I didn't have high expectations for what seemed like a tourist trap in Waikiki. We started with the coconut shrimp, that was not overly fried, but lightly crisp with panko crusts and a sweet glaze. For dinner I ordered the seafood combo which consisted of shrimp and scallops over a bed of risotto mixed with nalo greens. The shrimp seemed a little rubbery for me, but the scallops were precisely cooked. The risotto was surprisingly very creamy (although I'm not sure the menu mentioned that) with just a slight pinot noir glaze. For dessert, I was disappointed that I couldn't find the chocolate spaghetti, but did order the smores pie. Like a mini pot pie, filled with melted dark chocolate and topped with toasted marshmallow creme, this was a rich pot of heaven! SERVICE: 3 STARS Although the server seemed attentive, he was also absent for most of the meal. We waited almost 20 minutes before they even took their order. I would excuse that if the restaurant was packed, but unfortunately there were many tables empty. I think Tiki's would benefit by equaling out the waiter to bus service ratio, as we had a lot of attention from the bus service.
(4)
Leslie H.

Great view, good service and nice value for your money. Food is fine but nothing special. They have bar menu and full menu. Nice music going along with dinner. Seating inside and out. Lots of drink specials using local ideas. Like this idea. Good for groups but not families. During week easy to get in but not on weekend because of locale .
(3)
Vern P.

The food was alright nothing to write home about. But our waitress Lindsay was absolutely fabulous!!! She was so attentive and nice. Thank you Lindsay you were great!
(3)
Damitrus F.

Excellent service! Live music was great addition to the wonderful food! We didn't have to wait long in a busy evening. The bar area was packed and booked by a private event. A little disappointed but all around wonderful food and service.
(4)
Ernesto C.

We came here for our first time and man it was good the beef was just delicious. And the service was just great out server. Tim was just a 10++++ we will come back here again tomorrow for sure and every time we are around. Thank you for your good food and service. And we hope to see Tim next time we come by.
(5)
Lsl L.

Closer to 4 stars. Decent food. Good happy hour. Music can be solid depending. Wait staff bar wise is friendly. Touristy as you would expect
(3)
Jessica J.

We headed to Tikis on our first night in Hawaii so that we could enjoy a cocktail in a Tiki Mug!! Loved the Mai Tai although it wasn't super alcoholic it was nice. We ordered a side of wings each which were good and also some edamame which was Delish! Overall a good atmosphere, good service, great location & good food you can't go wrong!
(4)
Teresa R.

Come for a drink and take a little tiki with you. The food is great, especially the Miso Pork. If you get Matt as your beverage mixing specialist then know how fortunate you are. Not only is he funny but skilled and is a multi-tasking fool. Sunsets are beautiful from their lanai as well.
(4)
Jim C.

Excellent food. Excellent service. We had a largish party and Nicki G our waitress was attentive and very helpful. The appetizers we had were all fantastic. I would never have ordered Poke Prime Rib but it was sooooo delicious, as were the Gyoza and crab dip. The entrees were very tasty as well. Nice food nice service nice place nice time.
(5)
Expert E.

Pleasantly surprised with this gem of a blend of ocean front view, tiki hawaiian decor and high quality menu! Thought for sure it would be more of a "touristy" flair with average food but menu is awesome. Chef is from Roy's Restaurant and you can see that flair in the menu. We had the hawaiian salt prime rib ($15.99 as the Kamaaina Special), curry short rib on wasabi mash potato, seared ahi and the watermelon feta salad that is a MUST TRY! Big restaurant on 2nd floor overlooking beach and busy. Live hawaiian music every night. It is noisy so great for families with kids. Decor is tiki retro corny hawaiian.....and I love it! If you walked by the restaurant you would probably think food is not good and it's all of a tourist atmosphere but it isn't. Having my son's graduation party there because he surfs and loves the beach scene. Will be nice and casual and SUPER GOOD food! On thing is parking took a while because it's valet only and small driveway. Free 3 hours valet parking.
(5)
Krysten I.

I came here last for a school alumni event. The food was surprisingly good! I've never had their food before, that and I was kind of hungry... But I was surprised it was good! The drinks are also good, but pricey. After my $27 singapore sling at the raffles hotel in singapore though, I'm not gonna complain about drink prices in hawaii anymore. I liked that they have an area in the back for private parties. The service was great and our waiters wouldn't accept our tips, probably because my school was paying a lot. But it was interesting and the service was great so we wanted to tip them. I'm usually not into the whole "tiki" theme. Even in college, I felt almost offended attending tiki parties. Idk what it is.... Exploiting culture and basing it off drinking? Whatever it is, I usually stay far far away from places like Tikis, but I'll go anywhere for free food and drinks ;) A couple offs stayed after at the bar. It was noisy and dark and typical of a "tiki" bar. Drinks were just ok, too, nothing special. I can see how tourists would come here but I never see any locals here. I probably won't be back, but try the food, you might be surprised...
(3)
Peter T.

Was looking to just sit around, chill, and people watch with the family and Tiki's shot high up on reviews. Usually I'm iffy with any place in Waikiki outside formal dining but figured let's give it a shot and have to say extremely disappointed. First off whoever says they have a good pupu selection, they are wrong. They got the same old six pupu's every place on Oahu has. So let me start with the bad and end on a good note. The Bad: Food extremely overpriced, drinks weak, and the quality of both ranging between boring and horrible. Wife got the Korean Taco's and not sure how Tiki's managed to find non-spicy kimchi but they did which was sad because the taco's were bland to the point they only thing you could actually taste was the corn shells. I got the Philly and whoever named it that should be fired; while it came on a hoagie, the peppers and onion were non-existent, the cheese, what cheese???, and the meat, think slices of cheap roast beef from the regional supermarket chain .. put all that together and well, you get the point. Kid got the ribs and were probably the best part of the meal though nothing special. Appetizer we got the beef gyoza but basically could only taste sauce and nothing else. I wouldn't recommend the food here on my enemies and definitely not the pupu's. The OK: Drinks were hit or miss, tried a variety and they ranged from send it back to drinkable. My wife actually commented she thought the beer was watered down but I've never actually heard of anybody ever doing that so might have just been in her head but wouldn't surprise me given everything else. The Good: Free validated parking for up to three hours. The location is also nice to people watch. Overall: Would recommend showing up ONLY between 2 pm and 6 pm for the happy hour and sticking to the five dollar mai tai and then leaving, no pupu's, no food. Only as a social group also, not solo or family; otherwise avoid at all cost. Edit: BTW the place is way overpriced. Between two appetizer, two lunch meals, and four drinks ran $110 .. I could have actually gotten good food right up the block for that price.
(2)
Eric S.

Fun place. Servers have great attitudes. Tiki souvenir glasses are too cool! Happy hour 3-5. Great view and convenient location
(5)
Samantha T.

Thee best place to have a drink. Adam and Matt are the best. If ever in the area this is the spot to go to.
(5)
Alex F.

My girlfriend and I, on vacation in Hawaii, decided on Tiki based on a recommendation from friends and a menu within our price range. We chose to make reservations online about 3 days in advance and found it to be very convenient since they allow for specific table instructions. In our case we requested a table for two close to the ocean on the patio. When we arrived we were greeted by three very friendly hostess and seated at our table which was as we requested (oceanside patio). Both the hostess at the stand and the woman we were seated by were very welcoming and provided a warm entrance to our experience. After being seated at our table we were provided with water within 1 minute and our server arrived very shortly thereafter. We were lucky enough to be attended to by a server named Bobby who was very attentive when we needed him but not overbearing as so many servers tend to be. Bobby was able to provide an accurate and concise description of all the menu and drink items that we inquired about and provided an outstanding experience. We had the Ahi Tartare to start as an appetizer and while the fish was tasty the presentation was a bit overwhelming. We were hoping for an app with a little more delicate appearance, instead it was a 6 Oz stack of cubed ahi and avocado. It was well balanced and the fish was good but it probably would have suited a table of 4 better than a 2 top. Petty complaint maybe but overall, 4/5 For an entree my girlfriend had the Butterfish and I had the seafood catch of the day. The Butterfish was prepared wonderfully and had a perfect velvety finish. The fish itself was very good but the preparation was a little bland. Thankfully the protein was cooked so well that the prep didn't matter. Overall a 5/5. For my entree I went with the seafood catch of the day which happened to be Mahi. A little disappointing, as Mahi is easily available in most places, but I like to try the fresh seafood so I gave it a chance. I've had Mahi many times (the restaurant I work in will often serve it as a special as well) and unfortunately this time it seemed a bit overdone. Mahi is a white flakey fish but it seemed to be cooked for so long that a lot of the natural oil dissipated and left it rather dry. The prep couldn't save this dish either as it seemed to be set up as a generic plate (risotto and greens) ready to serve with whatever fresh fish they had. Overall disappointing but not worth complaining about. 2.5/5 For drinks we started with cocktails and beer. My girlfriend had the Mai-Tai based on the recommendation from Bobby. She absolutely loved the drink and even though I'm not much of a cocktail drinker I have to confess it was well balanced and tasty. I had the Kona Hefeweizen, and while I typically prefer a darker beer I decided to go a bit fruitier since I was on the Hawaiian beaches. The beer was exactly how Bobby described it and while I wasn't a huge fan of the beer itself, that's just personal preference and didn't deter from our experience at all. Bobby also informed us that it was half price wine night and since I love a glass of wine with dinner we couldn't resist. We ended up getting a bottle of Perrier Cuvee and enjoyed it with our meal. It's not often you can get a bottle of Perrier Jouet served on ice for $45 with dinner. We were pleasantly surprised by this nice deal and thoroughly enjoyed our champagne. After dinner I had the espresso martini. What a fabulous drink to end the dinner. Drink service was spectacular and Bobby was very effective guiding us in the direction of ordering. 5/5 Overall Tiki's provided us with a nice date night on Waikiki Beach with a competitive price. After it was all said and done we enjoyed an appetizer, dinner, drinks, a bottle of champagne, and dessert for only $138. All the service staff was incredibly friendly and genuinely made us feel welcome in their establishment. Of course there are things that could be done to improve the food but that's a complaint that can be made universally. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Tiki and would recommend it to anyone looking for an affordable and enjoyable dinner in a convenient location in Honolulu.
(5)
Steve C.

We were expecting great food and service because the restaurant was so full when we first walked in. Unfortunately, we were let down. After the hostess sat us, we waited 20 minutes before we received any service. We ordered our drinks but waited for another 10 minutes. Finally, we had a staff tracked down our waiter. Our waiter who took the drink order didn't put in the order and explained that we may not be at his table. We were a little confused. He did take our order and ended up being our waiter. The cocktails, appetizers, and main dishes were just okay. Nothing memorable. I think this place is for tourists who like staying on main street near the beach.
(1)
Frank M.

I had the Loco Moco which was pretty good. I was there during happy hour and the Mai Tais are reasonably priced at around $5, but it could use more alcohol and less pineapple juice.
(4)
Ellie N.

This place had an amazing view of Waikiki Beach and the hostess let me choose my table. My waitress Michelle was training with Elora. They were GREAT!! Very knowledgable and friendly and went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and let me know about local events. I had the mixed plate entree so I could taste a bit of everything. It tasted like local island food should!! I also took advantage of the free gyoza app thanks to yelp. I would definitely recommend this place to locals and travelers!!
(4)
E L.

Last night in Honolulu. Very disappointed. Wasn't given dinner menu.,only bar menu after we were told dinner was served till 11:30pm. Told them it was our last night, they didn't care.
(1)
Polina D.

Service is what really brought me down from a 4 to a 3. Our waitress seemed like she wasn't very sure of what was on the menu nor much about it. My party of 4 was placed in the far back corner basically saying "ok we are gonna forget about you so just sit here and wait all night". We had to ask to move because it was a hassle. The food was good for the most part and drinks were tasty. Unfortunately I am someone whose dining experience is made or broken by the service received. In this case the service made it not too great a time. Better luck next time :)
(3)
Zaidalid G.

Tikis restaurant has amazing food, I have celebrated my birthday there with family and everyone was pleased!! The coconut shrimp are amazing and so is the ahi fish & taro rolls, there isnt anything you will eat and not like its all amazing! So we also decided to have them host our reception dinner for our wedding, we were up in the coconut club on the 21st floor. The room was more than amazing!! the view was my favorite part, but they set up a long table for us out on the deck to eat while the sun went down, we had a bar setup with a cool bartender, the maui selection on the menu was our choice and we were very pleased with the food, our family from out of town LOVED it!! Our hosts were great and helpful during the hours we were there. Rathing it 5 stars because there isnt 10 stars, I highly recommend it to anyone, for any night out in the restaurant, or a special occasion!!!!
(5)
Jessica C.

Service was quite slow, but I enjoyed the live music and the alright-tasting beef linguine with avocado. The Mai Tai was pretty good at first but they put too much ice so that the last few sips tasted really watered down. But overall a pretty good place on a touristy block.
(3)
Brent K.

I have come here at least 6 or 7 times. Couple of my friends love this place. We always had great service and good food. never had a bad dish. Great view ! It's a bit noisy so it's hard to talk. Mostly tourist hanging out here . But good for locals to.
(4)
R V.

Loved the Calamari Katsu and Prime Rib Poke. It was delicious, so Ono. Broke da mouth kind bra!
(4)
Laura T.

My BFF and I came here almost every evening because the drinks were delicious and the live music was so good. We don't really drink alcohol but our favourite drink was the Lava Flow (the one with strawberry purÃ©e, pineapple juice and coconut rum) because it was literally "silent death". We couldn't really taste the alcohol but we got a good buzz to enjoy ourselves. Their piÃ±a coladas were super delicious too. Tried their Mai Tai on our last afternoon there but it was a little too strong for my liking (even though they didn't use the strongest rum). When we come back for holidays again, the first evening will definitely be spent here. The view of the beach is really amazing too.
(5)
Michael M.

Came here once for an anniversary dinner with the wife. Made reservations ahead of time and did not have any issues getting a table. The weather was very cooperative and we had an outside table by the ocean, which was awesome as we saw the sunset. Dinner portions were small in my opinion for the price, but I guess that's the deal with eating out in a hotel restaurant. Getting drinks was a little hard
(4)
Jasmind T.

Overall, my fave place to take visitors in Waikiki, especially if it's family or I find myself caught down there for some reason. Staff is always friendly, food is always on point, and the drink selection is great.
(5)
Libby J.

Nom nom nom fantastic food and great drinks!! The view is great too! Definitely recommend if your after something healthy that fills the spot!!
(4)
Miuson J.

Wonderful music and scenery at night. Enjoyed a Hawaiian s'more dessert. Great service and atmosphere.
(5)
Tiffany S.

The Parmesan Chicken I had was great the sauce makes the meal. I originally ordered the shrimp pasta and it was way to spicy for my taste buds but they exchanged it for the chicken without me even complaining, they just saw I wasn't enjoying it so they approached me which was nice. My husband had the wasabi short ribs and he really enjoyed them. We will eat there again before we leave Hawaii.
(4)
DEBORA F.

The food is really good! But the food takes like 40mins and I'm not even exaggerating , the hosts and waitresses are so nice! But it would take forever to get the attention from a waitress,they are for sure short staffed! I wish you guys would step that up cause the food is delicious!
(3)
Felipe S.

Tikis bar & grill is a not a bad option when trying to find dinner in Waikiki. It's location and view are definite pluses, and although it's pricey, you are in Waikiki. I had the Macnut Mahi ($29), the fish was overlooked but the sauce and gnocchi made it an enjoyable dish. Don't forget to check in to get a free order of gyoza (to save $12). The live music was nice and the staff did a great job. I would definitely go back to check out happy hour and lunch specials the next time I'm in Waikiki.
(4)
Benjamin L.

On our last evening in Honolulu, we wanted a restaurant to take in a nice sunset and some great seafood. After fighting to find a parking spot for a bit, we managed to make it in the door just two minutes before sunset. I found out later that they have free valet for up to 3 hours. Ooops! We had made a reservation via Yelp (Open Table integration) and we were seated right away. Our table didn't have the great view that I wanted but we managed. The place was pretty packed as the Labor Day weekend had just come to a close. Our server was super friendly and converstational. She had some good recommendations from the menu and steered us in the right diretion. For a cocktail, I had the 1944 Mai Tai which was an extra stiff version of a traditional Mai Tai. It was good, yet stiff. I had a sip of my friend's Lava Flow cocktail which was good, yet more of a sweet, dessert type drink. For dinner I ordered the Blackened Island Swordfish which was served with a spicy cream sauce over a bed of pasta. The fish was okay in terms of flavor but the cream sauce had a nice kick to it. It's nearly impossible to escape the canned tourist experience in Waikiki and Tiki's certainly fit the mold for typical Waikiki. But considering the good service, I didn't mind too much.
(3)
Daren W.

Loved everything about Tiki's, the location is spectacular especially if you're staying at the Aston and you can't beat the views! Nightly happy hour specials and the live music was great (wish they sold albums I would have bought one). What made this stand apart from other places in town was the atmosphere and staff, if your lucky you can get Marcos, Matt, Adam and/or Ryan as your bartenders, they are fantastic! Jed is one awesome manager too, say Aloha when you're there. I wish there was a Tiki's in Phoenix, looking forward to going back!
(5)
Amber S.

Marcos is a great bar tender.. Rick and John and the beautiful blonde manager lady are all so great and attentive .. I love the service here and I always love coming here .and of course I always love it when Sarah and "the captain" are bartending too
(5)
Mary S.

To me this a place you come for apps and sunset. We had dinner there and we're not very impressed. Overall not bad, but not great. Go for Mai tai's and happy hour or sunset. They have great live music too. And while you are there get the spicy soy beans that are drizzled in truffle oil. I'd go there just for that!
(3)
Chuck L.

Great location. Decent food served by attractive women. Nice view of the Waikiki strip. We had the coconut shrimp & lettuce wraps. Both were awesome. Frozen Lava Flows were refreshing with just the right amount of booze. Kids were happy with their sliders and $1.50 sundaes. Fun interactive band. Nice view of the sunset. We will return. Deducting one star only because the bar cannot order off the "indoor" menu. Otherwise we were very happy.
(4)
Bob B.

Stayed as a hotel guest over the weekend and tried this grill for an evening snack. Our Tropical Itch had a decent amount of booze but lacked any flavor. Our drink sat empty for more than 7-8 minutes w/o our almost non-existent waitress stopping by, and our Kalua pig quesadilla was MIA for over 20 minutes as two other tables that arrived some time after us were served. Fortunately, we weren't starving as we finally got served and ordered a Hawaiian Ice Tea which although had some coconut flavor from the rum, like the previous drink was weak on flavor. And our water glasses were never refilled. Waiting that long for a good 5 minute quesadilla was annoying, but not as shabby as the inattentive service and poorly flavored drinks.
(2)
Yolanda R.

LOVE this bar! I definitely enjoyed drinking here and having a good time :) Nice bartenders too, friendly and cool. Can't wait to return next time I am in Hawaii.
(5)
Chris V.

This is a great place for locals and tourists. Good casual atmosphere, great view and good food. We had the asian style beef lettuce wraps, which were so good and fish and chips. Highlight though was the local band playing Hawaiin mix. These guys were spoon talented. It was quite impressive.
(4)
Michelle G.

The food was pretty good. Definitely too expensive for the quality of fish I was given. I'm guessing you pay for the view and location. Come early and try to get a seat with a view of the water. Drinks were just OK. I don't love cheap sweet rum.
(3)
Alex S.

Fries like McDonald's, prime beef mostly with fat and hard to chew, and my margarita didn't have enough tequila. Burger was ok, nothing amazing though. Waitresses were mostly hot girls for those interested
(2)
Harry K.

Nice spot with Waikiki Beach sky view w great pupu & drink specials at Happy Hour. Da bruddahs always pumping so good tunes to grind by. Cheap valet parking. Great place to take tourists in town.
(5)
Agnes L.

Disclaimer: This review is just for drinks after dinner with a large group. Atmosphere - We were able to snag a table close enough to the live music which switched from luau to 80s cover songs that remind me of karaoke or the end of a night on the town (e.g. Sweet Caroline, Don't Stop Believing). As it's a rooftop, we were outside but not too far up to be able to enjoy any view. Beverages - The drinks menu reminded me of a cheesy, touristy chain like Hard Rock CafÃ© because of the gimmicky names and the offer to "keep the glass" for additional fees. But I did enjoy my Skinny Chi Chi, a tropical drink that wasn't too sweet - it was actually refreshing with the mixture of coconut water, pineapple juice, lime juice and coconut-flavored vodka. My biggest issue was that my server knew very little about the menu when my husband and I would ask questions like: What is your most popular cocktail? And can you make it a double?
(3)
Syn A.

Had to try their Restaurant Week menu. Used Open Table to make a reservation & requested inside seating but when the restaurant side was wide open, we were told we had to sit in the bar area with blaring live music. We just wanted a nice dinner without Margaritaville drowning out our conversation. Besides that, the food was good. Highlights: ribs & gyoza appetizers, curry shortrib, grilled salmon & shiitake risotti. Free gyoza with Yelp check-in! Going back just for that! PS: we did ask for a change of seating & hostess said it would be difficult. Had to check with her supervisor etc. Dunno why cuz dining room only had 2 other groups of 4 eating & we were a party of 3. Smh.
(4)
Eric G.

A surprisingly good hotel joint. Try the fish tacos, and definitely request a seat outside with a view of the beach. At night there's live music by the bar. The biggest issue I had with this place is that the bar closes too early, especially for a hotel bar. You'll have to head over to Lulu's to finish your mai tais there.
(4)
Kristen S.

Food was just okay for the prices. Service was good. View not as good as many other restaurants for the price. I suppose it gets 2 stars because the other restaurants in Hawaii blew Tiki's out of the water! Excellent fresh tropical fruit appetizer with yogurt and macadamia nuts. I had Hawaiian mahimahi fish encrusted with macadamia nuts with rice and vegetables as well.
(2)
Kody L.

Stupid. Pay a lot of money for okay food. Another TGIFriday's crowd, but with an unexplainably more-expensive menu. I don't get it -- do people really come for the view?
(1)
Jennifer G.

Great place for lunch. I had the fish Tacos and my boyfriend has the pulled pork and we were both pleased! We went for happy hour and the $1 shot special...very yummy! Great place to sit in the sun and enjoy the ocean!
(4)
Brooke R.

Not so good food and high prices. The view from the balcony is obstructed by palm trees. The purple bread is disgusting. Service takes forever. Just thinking about this place makes my headache come back..
(1)
A A.

After a grueling day in the sun at the honolulu zoo, the towering Tiki's drew us toward the upstairs grill and bar. There we were greeted by a friendly fellow who promptly escorted our party of three to a scenic seat on their lanai. As we were taking in the fabulous sights and sounds, a lad named Chino assured is that he would take great care during the course of our courses, and that he did. We wanted nothing more than a taste of tequila, and in an instant dos margaritas arrived at the table with salted rim para mi y mi Amiga. Then there was the menu- each entree was sure to be delectable, but with Chino's astute recommendation, my friend and I enjoyed the calamari katsu to the fullest. After tempting us with a sweet something (we recommend the lilikoi cream brÃ»lÃ©e !) we were off to enjoy a stunning isle sunset since tiki's is located steps away from the soft shores of waikiki beach. Beautiful. Bon appetit! Great vibes, fantastic food, friendly folk and fun fun fun in the sun! See ya soon, tikis !
(5)
Michael H.

Cool Hawaiian style bar/grill with greats views less than 30ft onto Waikiki beach. Good venue for people watching, especially after dark. Massive big gas torches light up the open roofed bar at night. Concerning the booze, the Guinness was a tad on the chilled side for my tastes, but refreshing never-the-less. The cocktails were strong and hit the spot. Yum. As for the food, we ordered a bunch of appetizers with the highlights being the pork quesadilla and the poke tuna salad. The live entertainment was your typical Hawaiian take on classic songs (Eg... karaoke-style) , but the dude certainly knew his stuff. He took tons of requests for many different genres of music and was able to get his ukulele groove on for nearly everything thrown at him. I was tempted to ask him to play the Proclaimers - if only to hear how the infamously Scottish "If I could Walk 500 Miles" would sound with that Hawaiian feel... All in all, a nice way to spend an evening after a hard days snorkeling. PS: Our server, Natashka was a hot young lush !!! ;-P (Don't get too jealous JZ- I only have eyes for you...)
(4)
Katherine E.

Went on Taco Tuesday right before sunset and had a great time. High energy busy place with great views. Food was OK (had the ribs) tropical drinks were yummy.
(4)
Cedes W.

service is okay. kalua pig nachos are delectable. prices are decent. atmosphere is....well, it's waikiki....beautiful view of the ocean, what more could you ask for?
(3)
Jenni S.

The kalua pork nachos are THE BEST! They have great fish dishes as well. My fav is the orange mahi mahi (although they don't always have it on the menu). Also, one of the best views over dinner of the honolulu restaurants.
(4)
game p.

the best fish I have had in Waikiki. Some of the staff acts like it would rather be anywhere other than working, but the fish is just amazing. UPDATE: From great to stay away :( New chef, different menu. Also new high pitch pinging machines (to keep way birds? or the homeless?) It's awful to even to around this place now, I can't imagine enduring that sound to eat - just crazy.
(2)
Stephanie Y.

We ate at Tiki's on Tuesday July 19th. It was really busy but the weather was beautiful and the band was playing. As we arrived we were seated promptly and waited for the rest of the party. The server was really helpful and suggested the 1944 Mai Tai's, they were made the original way with fresh fruit juices and wow were they good. The appetizers came out and the Beef Gyoza, lettuce wraps and coconut shrimp were wonderful, lots of flavors and crunchy, very fresh. We all tried different meals and I have to say the fresh fish looked amazing. I went for a more Hawaii themed dinner because I wanted to have a vacation meal. So I got the Friday Hawaiian Plate they offer every day. One of our party was a local and said it was the freshest authentic Hawaiian food she had had in some time. There is Poi, sweet potato and what I came for the Kahlua Pig, yummy. Our whole party was more than happy wiht the food, it was crowded and loud, lots of tiki torches and people having fun. If you want a small romantic dinner maybe not where we were but we loved it so much thinking of making our next vacation at the Aston where the Tiki Grill is located!
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Ocee D.

2 Stars This is gonna be a long one: - Very good hostess - We sat outside on the patio - Hawaiian taro bread w/ vanilla bean and banana spread - pretty good (would've been better w/o the banana) - Calamari Katsu - Calamari steaks topped w/ blue crab and bay shrimp salsa and capers in the sauce - This was really good except I had to dodge the capers since they tasted like balls of salt - Aloha Friday Hawaiian Plate - Hawaiian pig was ok.....tasted a little too smokey, pulled pork was ok, sweet potato was ok, salmon and tuna were served in tiny dishes usually used for ketchup....that was rediculous! - Glazed Ginger Roast Chicken - Mashed potatoes were really good, turnips were bad (tasted like they weren't washed or soaked properly), sauce was pretty good, chicken was HUGE but tasted ehhh below average - Seared Ahi Salad - Tuna was overcooked but tasted ok. Definitely less "seared" and more "cooked"; boiled egg that came w/ it was bland...even the yolk! - Ceasar Salad - Good - Kalakoa Sunset - Skyy infusions raspberry vodka, eastern citrus, chambord - Very Strong, tasted ehh - Raspberry Pina Colada - served in a coconut. tasted like I was drinking raspberry coconut lotion....waaay too creamy. best part about this was the coconut it was served in; a huge drink w/ only one shot of rum? I could get drunk faster off cough syrup and wouldn't have an exploding bladder! - Hawaiian Ice Tea - Vodka, light rum, coconut rum, passionfruit juice, splash of lemon-lime soda - Very strong, tasted ehh.....next time, I'll help the bar staff get their pour count down so drinks taste good - Service was slow - might have been the kitchen or bar's fault and not the server - Live music in the bar area was pretty good Although the portions were huge..........a huge portion of average/bad food just reminds you more often how average/bad the food is. Skip this place for food and enjoy the music at the bar....hopefully your drinks will be decent.
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Chelsea M.

This place was delicious! The customer service was great and our waitress was very nice and totally willing to take the time to talk to us. We ordered the salmon which was amazing and the ahi tuna salad which was also great. The prices were excellent for the food we were paying for. Don't forget to try their red velvet cupcakes and chocolate covered strawberries! If you're looking for that well-known hawaiian hospitality, this is one place to go!
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Jocelyn P.

We stayed at the ResortQuest, so Tiki's was the easiest place for us to grab something to eat (or some room service!). The kalua pig quesadillas are absolutely to die for. The thought of pork in a quesadilla seemed strange to me.....until the first bite. Then I was in HEAVEN. Their signature salmon dish is one of the best I have ever tasted, and I am a salmon fanatic. Along with their fantastic food, Tiki's has bartenders that sure know how to make a drink! They have a few signature drinks that can be purchased in collectible Tiki mugs when they are in stock, or glasses any other time. I had Greg Brady's Wipeout (highest recommendation I can give!) and more than a few mai tais over our week at the hotel. My boyfriend had a lava flow, and some mai tais. The Lava Flow was pretty good, too. Try to be there at sunset to witness the conch shell horn and tikis being lit. Definitely a Hawaiian experience for the memory books.
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Esther A.

I'd rate it 3.5 stars. Food selections aren't so great for vegetarians. We came here for a friend's rehearsal dinner for her wedding in Oahu and it was a perfect night for a semi-outdoor dinner at a restaurant located right across the street from the beach. The tiki torches (humongous. I almost thought the nearby palm trees were going to catch on fire b/c of the light coastal breeze) were lit and the place was everything I expected it would be, being that the location is in Waikiki where the tourists outnumbers the locals. I asked the waitress if they had any vegetarian appetizers (I ordered an entree salad) and they didn't have any nor were they willing to accomodate me by throwing something together back there. Drinks took FOREVER however the appetizers came within minutes of ordering which I'm guessing is b/c they have it pre-prepared. We almost didn't think an order was ours b/c it literally came 2 minutes after we verbally placed our order. After our appetizers the bread basket started rolling in. (Aren't the complimentary bread usually served with the water?) Anyhow, the purple bread (taro?) with some coconut cream spread was excellent. I was able to try samples of our friends' food here and there and I would have to say the only dish that stuck out was the yummy cheesecake that we had for dessert. YUM!
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Michelle B.

Great views, good drinks, so-so food. Drink enough and you won't care about the food. Try a lava flow - mmmm sugar and alcohol. Plus, they have the largest tiki torches I've ever seen, and you know what they say about big tikis......
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Joe K.

everything was perfect here. our first night in Waikiki we were starving so we were recommended to go here. We had a knowledgeable server that told about all that we should see while on the island. he had great advice on what to order for our drinks and food. the whole time we were there we listen to live music and made a point to come back two more times while we were on the island.
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Clair D.

Tiki's isn't a place to eat for dinner. You should go to Hy's steak house or even Mac24 or Lulu's would be better. Tiki's is where you go to have pupu's and drinks and listen to Hawaiian music on the lanai. They used to have a really good manila clam dish there with a saffron sauce that was to die for and my friends and I used to eat it with the Taro buns. Hopefully, they still have that. So eat dinner somewhere else and then go there for a drinks and music.
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Barron P.

Food was good, especially the salmon dish I had but wow it is pricey! Not one of my favorite places during the trip, but if you have the money to splurge, it's worth checking out.
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Yamil A.

Awesome atmosphere, even better if you're staying at this hotel. Now called Resort Quest Waikiki Beach Hotel... You get to wait around, before & after, etc. in a very nice ambient. They even have Tiki torches at night! Food was OK, just had appetizers. But the drinks were even better!!! Prices were better than similar bars in the area. I would definitely be back on my next trip to HI!!!
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Mark G.

Their Prime Rib Poke is outrageously good. it's not raw prime rib it's cooked with a pipikaula aiole and a spicy oil of some kind. I don't know the recipe, all I know is that is was original and really tasty. Plus the view is outstanding and the atmosphere is really comfortable. 3 hours of valet parking some times isn't enough though when you start having fun.
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Bobby B.

Great food, even better drinks! Ask Nikki the bartender for the BEST skinny girl Margarita you ever had! Nikki is awesome!!!!
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Mari B.

Such a fun place, and everyone from the entertainment, waitstaff, manager to hostess are super nice! We sat in the bar section, and can't complain one bit about anything we ordered. Fish & Chips, Poke and Ribs were great! Drinks were stiff and good - I think that's just a Waikiki thing (cause that was at every bar and restaurant we went to). Loved the outdoor seating and entertainment was great too!
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Aimee S.

Tiki's. You'll forever have a special place in my heart. How could I forget that special night you and I had together (however brief) while my friends were upstairs taking forever and a day to get ready? And those other times when they were present? Not as special I know, but memorable still. Tiki's is awesome. They've got an outdoor patio as well as indoor seating. The wait staff are phenomenal. Yeah. I said phenomenal. Unbelievably friendly (servers and bartenders) and they pointed us in the right direction for more good drinks and music. The first thing I wanted to do after arriving in Waikiki was have a Mai Tai. After checking in (noonish) we headed down to Tiki's for lunch. My friend had the Fish n Chips which I should have ordered as well as it was delicious! I had their club sandwich which was also good, but let's be real, it's hard to mess up a club sandwich. My Mai Tai was heaven. They have 5 specialty drinks called Tiki's Top Five (original, I know). I only had 4 of the 5. My favorite was their Lava Flow because I like fruity smoothie type drinks. $5.50 gets you one of these bad boys. Don't let the pretty appearance and fruity taste fool you. I had 3 different drinks and was VERY warm by the time my friends finally found me at the bar making nice with other tourists. Greg Brady's Wipeout will do just that. The Rum Punch was tasty but I love me some rum! The only one I never tried was the Tikirita. They have live music that was pretty cool. Fear not Tiki's. I'll be back one day.
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Fidel M.

On Friday night it was crowded and the service was poor. It seemed like they wre understaffed. Our server was running around like a chicken with it's head cut off. The drinks are weak and heavy on the syrup. I don't recommend it.
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Mike K.

Our host (Koa) treated us like family the moment we arrived. The service was fantastic and the food is the reason you will come back for more. You know you are in for a treat when the bread comes out and the butter captivates the table. My Ahi was perfectly cooked, the kids meals where served on a frizzbee which they thought was the coolest. The five o drinks were delicious. The creme BrÃ»lÃ©e sealed the deal. We ate out seven nights in Waikiki and this was hands down the best meal of the week. Just recommend this dining experience to our friends who are leaving for Waikiki in a few weeks. Thanks again Tiki Grill!
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T R.

Along the lines of the Hawaiian theme, someone decided to create a theme restaurant to attract tourists. Smart. The restaurant has an overall very cool look and feel. Nothing gaudy, just cool. On top of that, since the restaurant is located on the second floor, they have a lanai which overlooks Waikiki Beach. You cannot beat that. The cocktails here are really good. The lava flow is a good drink recommendation for you. It's pina colada with a splash of strawberry daiquiri. The food here was OK/good. Nothing really to write home to. For the price which was a bit inflated, I was hoping for something that would excite my taste buds, but that fell a bit flat. We ordered the spring roll appetizers which was good. A bit greasy. Then we ordered two main courses which were C+/B- good. As a result, I though that it was a bit overpriced for what you got. Overall, the scenery, live band, music, and drinks made for a cool place to hang out. However, the food fell a little bit flat. TIP: Make a reservation to sit on the lanai during sunset and enjoy appetizers, drinks and dessert. Forget the main course. You will enjoy this option a lot more.
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Angel L.

I'm a definitely a fan of "Bloody Mary" over here they made it so good! Their appetizers was alright not the greatest but the service was okay! That's all I could say about this place:)
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Sogol G.

Fabulous view! There are two different menu, one for the formal dinner and one for bar and happy hour. We used the latter one. Sat outside and enjoyed the ocean view seating. Food was good, drinks were great. Loved the desert and enjoyed the service. Price was very good for the quality of everything. You can enjoy the live band while enjoying your food and drinks.
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matt m.

Our hotel suggested we go here for dinner. The location, ambiance and wait staff were the best parts of this place. The food however, was mediocre at best. My wife ordered a salad and the bruschetta. The salad was standard, but the bruschetta was made of olives and capers which made it extremely salty. I ordered the "Aloha Friday Hawaiian Plate", which consisted of Kalua pig, lau lau, lomi salmon, ahi poke, mashed Okinawan sweet potato, coconut haupia, and poi. Overall it was pretty tasty and a great way to taste some "Hawaiian" food. The Kalua pig was the best part, but I thought the lau lau was over cooked. Recommendation - go here for happy hour and to watch the sun set.
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Ikaika T.

I order nachos the other day and the cheese was pink... seriously, PINK. I tasted it and it was warm and clumpy and tasteless. Really really disgusting. The chips were chewy, as though they had been sitting out in the air for a while. You don't want to eat here. Don't bother, go eat somewhere else. Better yet, go buy a sandwich at an ABC store!
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Mike M.

No comment
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lesly l.

We had a Lava Drink it was good my theory is it had pina colada mix and strawberry margarita mix. We also ordered a side of Chicken tenders they were very good. our server wasnt very nice would go back for a drink but thats it.
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David J.

I'm going to make this short and sweet - this was the low-light of our recent week's vacation to Honolulu. We dined at this "restaurant" on April 2 - maybe we were a day late for an April Fool's prank. Atmosphere - An insult to the word "tiki" Service - Horrible Food - I had the pork quesadilla; it was bland. My wife had the pork nachos; was that real cheese? They were awful. My daughter had the chicken tenders - how can you ruin chicken tenders? Drink - Wife and I had mai tais, which were awful. Daughter had low-fat milk, which was served in a cup of ice (ice?) and tasted awful. We upgraded her to a strawberry-banana smotthis which tasted of neither strawberry nor banana. We couldn't wait to get out the door and the awfulness of the place was a running joke for the rest of the vacation.
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Michelle C.

Hubby and I used to come here a couple times a year. Yes, it's touristy. Yes, it's cheesy. Yes, it's overpriced. But I don't mind a little cheese with my meal if you're going to a place called "Tiki's" in Hawaii. We've been coming here since 2004 and liked the vibe with the live music and open air patio dining. The menu was much better back in the day. My fav dish was the beef tenderloin skewers for it's delish bites of tender beef interspersed with chrunchy grilled veggies. Mmmm... Hubby and I had our rehearsal dinner in 2005, but on the top floor of the Aston Waikiki Hotel (before the hotel's name changed to ResortQuest). Food was catered by Tiki's and was wonderful. Beautiful sunset with sound of soothing waves in the background. Lovely... Since then, the menu and management have changed... for the worse. I wasn't feeling so hot so I just ordered a chicken caesar salad, thinking how hard could a chicken caesar be? Lettuce wasn't crisp, dressing had the consistency of chunky ble cheese. Yuck. Hubby ordered the prix fix menu with the sashimi, short ribs, and Bubbies ice cream mochi. Sashimi and short ribs were nothing to write home about. Highlight of dinner was definitely the mochi. Guess we should have just gone straight to Bubbies and loaded up on ice cream mochi and saved $60 bucks instead.
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Becky w.

This was our first real meal in Honolulu that we found just because we were hungry and did not want to keep walking. The staff was very friendly and the food was great. We had the Hawaiian Special which was very tasty and let us try two different types of pork, purple sweet potatoes, Poi, sashimi, a smoked salmon salsa, and a little dessert. It was a huge meal. We then ordered the Mac nut ice cream cookie sandwich which was huge! The view was also great. We came back the next night for the Mac nut ice cream cookie sandwich and drinks and were not as impressed with the service. It seemed like the bar was understaffed but the restaurant was well worth it. We will go back next time for sure.
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Roy M.

Locals looking for Hawaiian music to relax to. TGIF (Star Advertiser) showed Hawaiian music playing here--even called to confirm. Arrived there half hour early and ordered dinner at the bar. Music, we found out to our dismay, was reggae and nowhere close to Hawaiian. Manager & receptionists (whomever answers phone) should pay more attention to what is going on in their bar. Left to go to another venue where we thoroughly enjoyed the Hawaiian music being played there. Waitress was good, food was OK
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Rebecca C.

So I gave this place 4 stars because of the happy hour and the live music. My girlfriend and I stayed at the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel and this bar & grill was downstairs. I am so glad it was too! We came down here for a drink almost everyday and spent the first night here for dinner. The live music is so good and very entertaining. It was nice to have some drinks and listen to the band play. The bartenders and servers were all very nice too. The only thing that I would complain about is the food. I would give it about 3 stars. The edamame was sooooooo salty! It was horrible! The seared ahi salad was just ok. I thought they could have sliced up the ahi instead of serving a huge slab of it right on the salad. The lettuce wraps were the only thing we ordered that we somewhat enjoyed. The moral of the story is that this place is awesome if you're looking for adult beverages and a fun ambience.
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Sylvia D.

The food is better than average, the drink prices are higher than average too. But, in Tiki's defense, most drink prices in Waikiki are higher than average...and when you order red bull and vodka...they give you the whole can! If you're looking for a kick back place where you can catch the best sunset in the world on the most famous beach in the world, Tiki's is the place for you. Usually, it's more for the tourist crowd than the locals...but it has it's moments. Stay away from Tiki's when it's raining out, most of the lanai doesn't have coverage, so either you're eating inside with the gorgeous view hindered or you're getting wet.
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todd r.

A lot of people were criticizing the caliber of the service. Our server was actually the best part of the experience. She picked out that my steak was overcooked and immediately offered to replace it. The fruity drinks were not that great - and I would skip the purchase of the special glasses for a future discount on drinks. The view is great - right on the beach. It is like an Islands - except actually on the beach rather than some mall.
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Elly H.

Never order the pineapple ice tea! For $3, I was better off ordering a soda. The description on the menu sounded refreshing, but when I had my first sip, I immediately regret my decision. There was no taste of pineapple. It was like a cup of water, except with yellow food coloring and a luke warm murky texture. The bubbles on the top made it look like someone spit in your drink! This is not my first time at Tiki's, so I avoided ordering any food on the menu. I give it two stars because of location and the bread they serve. It's pretty good with the banana nut/cinnamon butter. I should take away one star because the bread they serve us was a little stale, but the service was ok this time around.
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Fat M.

I love pretending I'm on vacation and going to Tiki's. The staff is super nice and there is always a table that opens up if not right away. FREE, valet parking (yes, it does exist in Waikiki) and they have truffle oil edemame-mmm. The view is impressive, the beer assortment is good and always cold, and the nachos are huge. Is a great bring the visiting in-laws, or more recently the "yes, I'm 30 and this is how my girlfriends and I now have a night on the town" type place. Good vibes, happy people and beautiful view. Similar to Duke's without the insanity of hunting down a waitress or waiting for 2 hours.
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Jason G.

Every once in a while, I like to roll through Waikiki and find a place to grab a drink and play tourist for a bit. Sometimes the places I'll find cater more to folks on vacation, with menus that almost require you to take out a mortgage just to order off them. Other times, I'll discover a true neighborhood bar that caters solely to those who live and work in the area. Tiki's Grill & Bar is an establishment that walks the fine line between tacky tourist trap and a place where both visitors and locals can come together to feel the aloha, just steps away from the beach. Tiki's recalls an era when "Polynesian Pop" was in favor. While La Mariana is the veteran in Honolulu when it comes to all things tiki, this new kid on the block takes its cues from a Florida restaurant called Mai-Kai, which has been open since 1956. Just as Mai-Kai strives to recreate an authentic Polynesian village on the East Coast, Tiki's did their research and spent the money to make its space in the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel seem like the South Pacific oasis that tourists would expect to find amid all the concrete and ABC Stores that already call this part of the island home. Hand-carved masks and clubs join numerous wooden tiki on the walls in the restaurant. There are items that represent not only Hawaii, but Rapa Nui (Easter Island), Papua New Guinea and the Cook Islands. Over at the bar, a 30-foot man-made volcano is a pretty impressive sight to behold, and there are even tiki carved into the beer taps! There's also a generous amount of fake lava rock, fishing nets and those big glass balls that fishermen use scattered throughout the 10,000 square feet of space that Tiki's occupies. While Tiki's might not be the best spot for locals to go for a few drinks, it does hit the mark as a place you might visit for a special occasion or when playing host to friends visiting from out of state. The first indication of this comes with the name -- by calling the place Tiki's Grill & Bar, it places the emphasis on food instead of drinks. Other places might focus on the bar first, and then take the food menu into consideration; at Tiki's, it's the other way around. And that's not really bad, but rather something to keep in mind when deciding what type of place you'd like to visit. Second, sitting at the bar isn't necessarily your best bet in order to fully enjoy the ambience of Tiki's and the beauty of the Pacific Ocean just across Kalakaua. Almost 20 barstools are available at the bar which wraps around a wall that separates the restaurant's main entrance from the lounge area. Every one of them, however, faces away from the ocean. The service might be a bit faster here, but you sacrifice any kind of decent view of the beach and/or live entertainment that may be taking place at the time. Finally, the tourists themselves may end up keeping some kamaaina from visiting more than just once every now and then. After a hard day at work, the last place you want to go is a bar filled with malihini in matching aloha attire getting belligerent because they've knocked back too many mai tai's in those funny looking glasses with the umbrellas sticking out. But if you've got friends visiting, or are looking for someplace different to spend the sunset hour, Tiki's does a good job delivering a retro vibe in a contemporary setting. Next time you're in Waikiki for Sunset on the Beach, or over at the Waikiki Shell for an afternoon concert, keep Tiki's Grill & Bar in mind for a bit of kitsch to go with a cold drink. starbulletin.com/2003/10â€¦
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Sam T.

I've been here twice and they have good drinks at reasonable prices. Definitely check it out.
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Tanya G.

I highly recommend this spot for drinks and chillin to live music on Waikiki! This was our nightly spot for EXCELLENT live music and delicious Lava Flows! Drinks are great (although I can't remember the prices). Service was ok. We partied here every night with such a large group that it became a lil overwhelming for the servers who had some trouble getting my order straight so they comped my drink and gave me the Tiki Glass of my choice to take home. But the music was excellent and PERFECT every night and being across from the beach just made it all more special - it was the only spot at this end of the strip that had live music. The only downside was that, because of the other hotels and condos nearby, the music had to stop at about midnight. But we pressured the band with repeated "Hana Hou!"s which kept the music going for another hour or so. Our trip would not have been as phenomenal without the Tiki Bar's Lava Flows and Hana Hous! Good times guaranteed!!
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Kristen Y.

The location is great, but that's about all that is great at Tiki's. We came here for dinner. I wasn't too hungry, so I just ordered the Kalua Pork nachos. When it came out, it looked as if it was leftover from lunch. The chips were stale, the cheese was lumpy and not very visually appetizing. There was a side of, what I can only assume was salsa, but tasted more like canned crushed tomatoes. This definitely was not worth its $14 price tag. The service was decent, our server was friendly and attentive, although it is probably because we ate around 4:30 and we were one of the few patrons eating at that time.
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D H.

OK we got off the plane, dropped off luggage and walked down here for lunch and drinks with a view of the ocean. Got the souvenier glasses and the drinks were great. The bill was $60 for TWO people and the rest of the week we basically ate a whole day for that much money. Lunch wasn't that great-drinks were just strong enough and tasty though.
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Kirk D.

felt like going all out and easily spent over 100 on drinks, dinner for 3 and appetizers. Great live Music. Ask to be seated near it, if thats your thing.
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Scott F.

We dine there once a week and have asked for their delightful crabcakes time and time again. The excellent menu is rather small and the crabcakes would be a lovely addition. How about an old fashioned crab cocktail with red sauce? Can you believe there's not one restaurant in Honolulu that offer a crabmeat cocktail!
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Lisa P.

View. . . check, live music. . . check, good food. . . check, fun tropical drinks. . . check. Okay so the food is okay and priced around your typical Waikiki menu. This is a good place to come for some late night appetizers and live music when you have hit up Dukes one too many times.
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Christine W.

Touristy....but the food is still good & it's a great place to spend the sunset.
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Shikha S.

I recently came back from one of my trips to Oahu and happened to cross paths with this place. There were a number of things that came into effect when choosing this place: 1. I was STARVED. 2. The nice man on the street smiling at me just so happen to mention this place. 3. HAPPY HOUR. Last but not least the sunset is amazing from that point of view. I mean it's amazing from everywhere but it was better while enjoying my beer along with my fish and chips. I also tried the Macadamian crusted Mahi Mahi and the The cute little fruit bowl served inside a hollowed out half of a pineapple. Now that had some sort of cream and peanuts on top. I guess that's how they serve it up. The fish was lightly pan fried and probably finished off in an oven but made to perfection along with the fries and tarter sauce. The Mahi Mahi was grilled and served with a light cream sauce with a bit of a kick to it. I also went there towards the end of my vacation for a late dinner and ended up trying the Kalua pig quesidilla. Which was very different but tasty. There are plenty of things on that menu that are super delicious and for Oahu pretty affordable. Just come in after 2 for their happy hour and they usually have a live band which totally rocks. The crowd seemed to be in a relaxed mood as well as the atmosphere. It's a must if you visit Oahu. Dare to try something different. Happy eating.
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Jessica R.

Came here for a sunset drink. The location is great--a block and a half from our hotel and right on Waikiki Beach. My friend and I got some spectacular pictures of the sun setting. The setting for the bar is great. The drinks, however, left a lot to be desired. My friend's mango colada tasted like cough syrup, and my strawberry daiquiri tasted surprisingly watery, and I didn't even get that warm, relaxed, "I'm on vacation" feeling afterward.
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Tommy B.

Kalua pork quesadilla was delicious but a bit pricey. Kalua pork nachos had lots of pork and was OK but could have been much better has they not covered it with artificial cheese sauce. Venue overlooks the beach and is gorgeous, though a bit hot. Service was friendly and welcoming.
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Debbie A.

I went here during lunch. It looks like dinner is a lot more exciting because they have live music and it is outdoors. This spot has a beautiful view overlooking Waikiki. The service was pretty good. The food was a good but not great. I had the coconut shrimp appetizer and caesar salad. I actually thought my daughter's meal was the best. It was on the kid's menu and was not available on the regular menu. She had Kalua Pork, Rice and Veggies. I wish more of these tourist restaurants served local food. All of the places on the main strip of Kalakaua serve mostly chili's/Applebees type of food.
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Jerry T.

We had lunch. Pleasant outdoor atmosphere, elevated location across the street from Waikiki Beach. Server Kaitlin was pleasant and efficient. Our food was excellent, I had the mahimahi sandwich and my wife had an Ahi salad. TIP: find the "Waikiki Map " pamphlet, it has coupons including a one dollar Mai tai at Tiki's, any time before 5 pm. Best happy hour Mai tai deal ever. And you get their full-fledged large mai tai, not a watered down version.
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Bobby B.

I would officially like to remove Tiki's Grill from the nomination of worst restaurant in Honolulu. After writing my last review (which was a terrible experience) one of the owners wrote to me and expressed his disappointment and asked for details on our dining experience and offered to buy us meal the next time we are back. Lucky for me I hadn't left the island yet :) The same friend who was with me for lunch and I at there for dinner and I must say it was a night and day experience (no pun intended). From entering the restaurant to being seated in a great table outside to our very delightful waitress Nicky we started off in a very positive way. After a few cocktails and an appetizer everything was really good. The band was playing good music and the weather was perfect. We really enjoyed our main courses as well, I had the hazelnut crusted Mahi which was killer, we saved no room for dessert except another cocktail that I asked to be made and the bartender did a killer job even though he had never made it before, it is called the caiproszka and is a great drink to have during warm weather. Both my friend and I were amazed at what a great vibe the place had and our waitress was really great. Perhaps we were there on an off day since it was New Years Day. Thank you to the owner and staff of Tiki's for proving me wrong!
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Retired B.

I had hosted a large party here of almost 45 people and the staff did a good job. Email correspondence was a bit slow in the beginning for setting things up and reserving the place, but, overall, I would recommend this place for large groups.
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David B.

3 stars is stretching it to be honest. I hate tables that wobble and chairs that do it also. The food is ok, i had an open faced sandwich/ steak, nice preperation and good, but the steak was kinda dry so it could have used a top with some mayo or bbq. Drinks were good, not too pricy but still good. They have alot of music all the time, so talking to your party is hard, indoor seating gets rid of some of the music. You can sit outside and watch the beach! A ++++ on that note. D
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m m.

It was okay food at best Came for a pre-wedding dinner here. Food is so expensive for the kind of quality they deliver. $25+ for an entree. I ordered Garlic Shrimp Carbonara and it came as a big glob of pasta with too cheesy carbonara sauce. The quantity was huge and I ate only 1/4 because it was way too cheesy. The bacon in the pasta was not even cooked properly -- yucky. The mango mojito was good but didn't have much alcohol in it. I think all cocktails didn't have much alcohol in them, because some of my friends had to order extra shot to pour into their drinks. My husband ordered grilled salmon, it was ok but not worth $28. We shared appetizer of Coconut Shrimp, which was very good. The view from the terrace is awesome -- it overlooks waikiki beach. So come early to grab those seats. Definitely overprice for the kind of food they serve.
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beth m.

I haven't tried the food, so I can't comment on the restaurant portion. It's a great place to sit outdoors next to the ocean, listen to some decent live music, and drink some mai tais and Kona Longboards. I just wish the waikiki bars wouldn't charge $6 for one bottle of beer; I guess I just need to spend more time here so I can stop complaining about island prices.
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Tiffany L.

I ate here a few years ago with a girlfriend. I remember we sat outside and it was extremely hot. This time my family and I ate here out of convenience as it was the hotel restaurant. It wasn't bad, very Hawaiian and casual. I had a delicious mango colada and just ordered some appetizers. We had the coconut shrimp (pretty huge and filling), the ahi tuna (typical), the fish n chips (great as they do the fish with mahi mahi), ribs (fell RIGHT off the bone!). I probably woudlnt eat a real meal here but for happy hour and snacks its great. Tip: it can get REALLY hot during the day time.
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JeFF T.

Stopped in here after learning that our hotel room wasn't ready to be checked in. We were starving after the long bus ride to the hotel. This place happened to be down the street, so we decided to give it a try. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it actually turned out to be a good surprise. We had thought about getting appetizers, which sounded good, but opted for just an entree. I ordered the Grilled Island MahiMahi, which was served over jasmine rice, with blue crab, bay shrimp, and a mix of peppers strewn around the fish. Unfortunately, I don't remember what my GF had...o yeah, fish taco (grilled fish on taro tortilla). She was more into my dish than hers. Nice place to go to lounge around after sunning on the beach.
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Christina L.

Loved this place so much we both bought shirts to take home! Every time I go to Oahu this is the first place we each at because of the awesome atmosphere and amazing view of Waikiki Beach. Our last visit (our honeymoon:) we stayed at the Aston Waikiki Beach, the hotel that Tiki's is located in. This meant we spent almost every night at Tikis for ateast a drink in their outdoor bar. The Greg Brady Wipeout is one of the tastiest tropical drinks I have ever had. We had dinner their twice, both times so delicious (lobser mac n cheese, need I say more). Stop by for atleast a drink and apps, its alot of fun!
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Jasen N.

i went here for the first time last night. i'm not a waikiki bar fan, but i'd come back here. the bartenders were friendly and had great personalities. when i lost my friend,one of the bartenders stopped what he was doing and helped me look for her. great place!
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Koa J.

We made a dinner reservations there for 10 people before a concert at the shell and what a great idea that was! The hostess was very nice ,our waitress was on the ball and funny and the food was excellent! The valet even let us park there $15 for 7 hours. New favorite spot for pre concert food and drinks.
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Yolanda R.

last night my husband and i went to tiki's grill & bar for his birthday and last night performers was vaihi. it was awesome fabulous and everyone there was the bomb. as we were listening to vaihi performed we both had a drink and grind at the same time. the staff were awesome and even our waiter name mike was the bomb. they all welcome us with open arms. we encouraged the locals to go to tiki and enjoyed our local groups performed. oh, btw sit on the front table near the railing, it a perfect view to listen to the performers at tiki's.
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Rebecca T.

I went here three times while in Waikiki. The atmosphere is cool, it has tables outside with a beach view and a patio where they have live music every night. We tried the coconut shrimp and it was your standard coconut shrimp appetizer. I got the salmon the first time we ate there and it was good, but a little overcooked for my taste. The second time we went was after 10 p.m., so we ordered off their late-night menu. We got the edamame it was THE BEST I have ever tried. It was in some kind of buttery, garlicky, soy sauce and was so delicious! The third time we went, I ordered the scallops with black rice and bok choy, and that was very tasty. Also, the servers were all very nice here. The prices are a little high for the food in my opinion. There was a woman selling fresh leis outside the restaurant each time I went there, so I bought a couple from her before going in to eat!
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Laurel R.

We came here for "Taco Tuesday" and the chicken tacos (only option) were terrible! I would prefer Del Taco's Taco Tuesday. We decided to try some of the regular menu, thinking it was just the cheap special that was not good, but unfortunately that wasn't good either. We ordered a surf and turf appetizer, which was meant for one person and an edamame dish that was very oily and not very good. This was a tourist trap for sure and we left to find dinner elsewhere.
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Takeru A.

Although I love the name of this place, and how you get the ocean view, this place might be over rated. Though I really like the atmosphere, and their mascot very well. The service was not good too, as we had a white waitress. She was talking more to her own kind then us, which probably is because we were Asian. We ordered grilled strips of beef with onions, which weren't bad, but wasn't tremendously good either. So taking away the hype of being at a center of tourist trap, it was not 4 stars. Though i really like the Tiki Coconut Bowl which we got to take home as souvenir.
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Jason B.

Upon arriving in Honolulu I was starving after an 11 hour straight flight from Atlanta and in dire need of a Mai Tai being that it would be my first drink in 5 months! The mahi sandwhich was great and Mai Tai was a little expensive ($11 with souvenir cup) but it is in Waikiki. Everything seems to be a bit more b/c of the importing. Tiki torches surrounded our table on the patio overlooking the beach and was a perfect introduction as a tourist myself to the island.
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Veggie J.

cute place with good food and service. i got portobello mushrooms on polenta. the portobellos were amazingly yummy. i keep trying to figure out what they used in it so that i could make it at home. very nice waiter. my sis ordered some kinda plantation lemonade, but he gave her a plain one instead. she didn't want to make a fuss but wanted to try the plantation lemonade. so i ordered one for her. then the waiter goes, "oh, i'm sorry! i gave you the wrong one!" to my sis. so he comes back with like fifty plantation lemonades (i know, i know, i'm exaggerating just a tad bit), thinking that i wanted one too, when i was actually just helping my sis order it. honestly, that lemonade wasn't very good either. but we drank most of it just 'cause he was nice enough to give us so much. kinda pricey, but the food really wasn't too bad. reviews say this place is very touristy, but you know what? i am a tourist. maybe that's why i enjoyed this place.
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Melanie L.

Fish tacos, rootbear float, and daiquiris are great here! I always go there when I come to Hawaii. Nice seating, and staff is great.
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Kayne Y.

Tiki's was an ok destination for a nice dinner overlooking the beach and to be honest, I would not even bother writing a review except for one thing: Lobster Mac&Cheese. What a combo!!!! Every bite was delicious. Wait staff was ok, a little bit pushy (wanting to clear your plate before you were done), but overall it's an ok stop for dinner.
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Carina F.

Easy place to go to if staying at ResortQuest...Conveniently located across the street from the beach and is a great spot for sunsets. They had a little band with their ukeleles and soft summer songs. We just grabbed a few drinks here so I can't comment on the food. The menu did look good for appetizers though. I had my first Lava Flow there and sucked that down in a minute. Pina Colada with strawberry puree swirls. You have to have one in Hawaii. I know they're filling, but worth getting. Hey, when you're on vacation, enjoy yourself!
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Dan R.

Tiki's has definitely taken a step down. The food used to be pretty good, and combined with a great location, it was the perfect place to take visitors. But I went with a party of six and none of the food was good! They totally overcooked the fish, and the chicken and we ended up leaving most of it. I don't know what happened, but hopefully they'll fix it. go for a drink and the view, but skip the food.
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Keri B.

We had the kindest waiter- John was wonderful and had a very calming effect on people. Very good for breakfast- beautiful view, great service, amazing tropical fruit plate with pina colada sauce and yummy yummy in the tummy macadamia nut pancakes. Good coffee too!
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Travis H.

Whenever I work in Honolulu and stay in Waikiki I try to make it to Tiki's. Of course it isn't authentic Hawaiian food, it's more like Polynesian fusion. Considering it is in tourist central it does an excellent job. It has a great location, great live music, good food and drinks. The calamari steak appetizer is great!
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Miki M.

Great place to drink and watch the sunset. Try the kalua nacho's, there huge and tasty.
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Rick D.

We were attracted to Tiki's one night because of the torches and the sound of someone singing Jason Mraz's "I'm Yours" during karaoke, but never quite made it... we ended up at Lulu's Surf Club. A few months later we were back in Hawaii, so we decided to have dinner there. The cocktails were very strong, the service was good, and the view of Waikiki is great, but the food was way overpriced, way salty, and mediocre at best. If you must have dinner at a tourist trap, stick to Duke's. It's a much better value, and you're right on the beach.
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Kamalike S.

Ahhhhhh, this is a place where you can dine outside on the second floor, while watching a beautiful sunset along side of the beach. Oh yeah, and the food is not too bad either.
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Donna W.

As much money as I spent there getting 2 adult entrees, a child's entre, 1 dessert and three non-alcoholic drinks, I expected WAY more. I grudgingly give 3 stars if you're going there for a meal, but if you're going for drinks, dessert or to feed a passel of kiddos, then add in an extra star. The service was really slow for us. We did come in at dinner time, but it wasn't hugely busy, so I'm not sure what was going on. My friend got nachos ($12 nachos) and I had the $20 prawn pesto penne with macademia nuts (I'd been to a luau a couple of nights before and had done the "typical' Hawaiian food, but still wanted something that had a Hawaiian flair). It took awhile to get our food and when it showed up, the cheese on my friend's nachos was rubbery and cold. She's worked in the restaurant business before and said that they'd obviously finished her food first and left it out while they were still working on my pasta. Not so great. They also took away her ice tea and she had to request another cup. The penne was pretty oily and made me feel a little sick to my stomach. Not worth $20 in my opinion. The things that were great about the restaurant was the pricing of the kid's meals, the dessert and the live entertainment. The kids' meals were around $6-$8 and came on a Frisbee instead of a plate, so the kids could take the Frisbee with them afterwards. (Aside note, at a nearby table, a young boy was so jet lagged that he passed out at the table. So cute!). We shared the guava cheesecake and I must admit, it was quite delicious and put me in a better mood about the meal (until I got the check). What is cool is that they have people performing at night and we heard the group performing that evening, though we weren't in a great spot to hear/see them. Since we didn't have any alcoholic drinks, I can't completely comment on them, but from what I observed of other folks, they seem to be big and elaborate. I wouldn't recommend the place for dinner, but dessert and drinks while enjoying a live performance or just to rustle up affordable chow for young mouths, this seems like a great place. Also, if you spend more than $20, you can get a free breakfast at Holokai Grill, which the breakfast there makes Tiki totally worth it.
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Grace T.

The location was great, but I wish I would have enjoyed the scenery during the daylight. The food was okay, we shared the coconut shrimp and I ordered the opah and it was pretty well prepared, because some places have the tendency to cook it really dry. But you're basically here for the atmosphere, they have a really nice collection of Shag paintings throughout the restaurant which is worth checking out.
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Michael Edward J.

What ever happened to that bartender Vivian!!She was the best bartenderette!!!She poured circles around those other bartenders!!!
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tiffany p.

We came here for my birthday dinner. Service, Drinks, and food was excellent! We stayed in Oahu for 5 days, and this is by far the best!
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amanda c.

ok..so maybe this is a ghetto review...but then again..what is ghetto to someone...mite seem thrifty to the next...anywaysssss..so tuesdays is tiki tuesdays...so i was crusin w/ my homie mike g...n i was like...oh..one of my girls works there...lets go stop by...well..totally forgot what time it was....n as soon as we walk closer to resort quest..i hear the loud music..n i remember....oh..tiki taco tuesdays...or some ish like that....so ...we get greet w/ free longboard lager...n my girl hooks up up w/ sum $1 tacos..not bad..n the live music is awesome....nice n relaxin for all those who just pau work.. cheap tacos...beer...n sum music..while watchin the sun go down..who could ask for more?
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Tiffany W.

I came here on my birthday, and it was alright. Nothing too special. The food was pretty good, and the drinks were too. I think the best part was the poi rolls with that banana butter. Where can I get some of that at home?
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J M.

Fun place to chill after dinner for a few drinks and listen to a live band. Right next to the beach so you can watch the sunset while sippin on a tropical cocktail.
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Michael C.

This used to be one of the only restaurants I'd take visitors to in Waikiki. No more, not based upon my last 3 visits. The poke was salty to the point of being inedible, the fish was overcooked each visit, the servers act like my best friend, and the mediocre singer was too damn loud.
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Christine C.

Fun place to hang with friends, cocktails, & pupus!
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Valerie B.

even though this place is located at the hotel i stayed at, i have to say i was disappointed on the food. service was great but the food was nasty. i had the kalua pork nachos, pork was salty and the cheese they used tasted like cheeze wiz. gross. i had a lava flow to go with it as well since it was happy hour, and i swear i didnt taste the vodka that should have been in it. came here again two nights later and had an espresso martini (quite rich) along with the volcano cake (very rich in taste but cute to look at on the plate). i shouldnt have done that since i ended up with a sugar burn down my throat. but my martini was decent (still not strong enough to consider it as a martini). oh and they have live music..... i think its mostly kareoke. great singers i have to say and best part of tiki.
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Amber W.

The food and drink are adequate, but you're really paying for the atmosphere and view, which are both stellar.
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Joanne B.

This was the first place we hit up when we arrived in Waikiki a couple weeks ago. I enjoyed my Club sandwich with fries. I really enjoyed my Mango Sangria!! We sat on the patio and had a great view of the ocean. Wish I was there now =(.
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Cianne M.

Disappointed there was a private party going on, so we couldn't see the live Hawaiian band. Instead, we were stuck in a dark corner on the balcony. It was so dark in fact, as we were being seated, I stubbed my toe on a lamppost and my friend hit her head on the stone wall ledge - twice. The couple at the table next to us chuckled and told us they did the exact same thing. We needed to use the light from our cell phones just to read the menu. Even the candles weren't bright enough. Darkness aside, the waitress, Malia, was a delight. Super smiley and friendly. Too bad the bus boys/girls weren't the same. They just throw the food down on the table and leave. No smile, no "enjoy", no nothing. The coconut shrimp came out immediately and was pretty good. The entrees took a good while. Huge portions...okay food...definitely overpriced. Would only go back for drinks and to watch the band play.
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Susan L.

Tiki's was exactly what you think of when you're on the beach in Waikiki and want nothing but a lava flow and fat piece of steak with a pineapple on top. A band was playing on the patio, people were lounging and enjoying their umbrella-topped cocktails, waiters swarmed around in their Hawaiian shirts. The food was okay, drinks were okay, nothing to rave about but good enough when you're dying for a solid meal after traveling.
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josh k.

This restaurant in Honolulu right by the zoo parking lot has the best salmon you've ever had. The tropical drinks are good and strong, and this is one place I found where you can get the coveted tiki mug or coconut with the umbrella in it, which I always though was a necessity of any Hawaii trip. All of the food was excellent and the staff was very good. Dcor was everything you'd expect from a place named tiki, on the mainland this would be absolute kitch, not much changes out there either.
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Jenna R.

I absolutely loved the warm spinach salad with macadamia-crusted goat cheese (I switched out the bacon dressing for passion fruit dressing) and fresh fruit salad. Since I'm a sucker for tropical drinks, I lingered a bit longer than I normally would at a restaurant, enjoying the likes of the house special, aka Greg Brady's Wipeout. I also recommend the lilikoi (similar to purple passion fruit) cheesecake.
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Azn G.

This place has the best blue bikini drink. It tasted so good. The scallops were good, but the veggies a bit too salty for me. The salmon and bread were tasty. The view of the beach is a plus. Also, the live hawaiian music was great.
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Keoni U.

I love going to this place. Gotta go here every time I'm at da islands. Ono grindz found here and a great view. Gotta go when they have live music.
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Jimmy T.

My wife and I ate here for our anniversary and first night on the island when we moved to Honolulu from KC, MO. We couldn't have been happier with the fresh island seafood, a view of the sunset on Waikiki from the lanai, chill live music, friendly servers, and overall great experience. I love the vibe of this little place sitting just far enough atop the tourists rampaging Waikiki to make it mellow, and will always remember it being a part of a perfect beginning to our life here in paradise!
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Wes D.

Tikis was a really good restaurant. I loved the fish tacos. The only thing I didn't like about this place was the nasty pigeons that roam free around the eating area. For some reason tourists keep feeding these skyrats like they're a delicate native bird. Yuck.
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Jared F.

Great live music, food is surprisingly good, nice variety.
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ed s.

Tiki's on Friday nights is great bar with great local music. For Waikiki, their prices are below average and they validate parking. The music from Vai'hi is everything from serious Hawaiian to "Hound Dog".
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Sarah R.

Good pricing, fast, efficient service and good food. We went there twice on a recent trip to Waikiki, both times for dinner, and sat both on the patio and indoors. I had their steak one night with mashed potatoes and ribs the second night while T. had the mahi mahi which he said was fantastic, very tender and tasty. On our second night we received a coupon for discounts for happy hour . . . next time we'll take them up on it!
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Connie C.

Great view of the beach. My friend had her wedding welcome dinner in The Coconut Club and the staff was so friendly and accomodating. The food was buffet style with a whole roasted pig - yum!
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Kelly L.

Fun, fun bar in the hotel we stayed at. Great drink specials, attentive wait staff, and the best calamari I have ever had. Spent time there everyday of my trip.
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Pumpkin K.

This is a really fun place to enjoy a warm evening breeze with a cool drink. Friendly and efficient service and good food. Try the jumbo shrimp cocktail - the shrimp are massive.
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Kim N.

Relaxing place to get some great steak. I loved the taro bread (it was purple) bread they brought out. mmmmmm. The drinks were great, just enough alcohol in them. Our waitress was nice, and ended up having a conversation with us, and even offered to take out picture. The food came out pretty fast as well. We didnt sit on the patio, but if you do, you have the view of waikiki beach. The breeze form the beach was awesome.
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chuck d.

I'm writing to say that I went back to Tiki's at the request of the owner. I will say the second time was a GREAT experience. From when I was first seated until the time I left. The food was excellent and the service was even better! I would recommend Tiki's to any one that is looking for a great Tiki experience.
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Todd E.

I've only been to Tiki's for drinks and can't speak to the food, but it's a nice place to have a few and tends to be one of the places in Waikiki that locals will go. Nice outdoorsy bar on the ocean, sometimes they have live music and drink prices are reasonable. On Kalakaua one or 2 blocks Ewa side of the zoo.
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Alex T.

I really liked this place - if you are anywhere along this street, you can hear the live bands that play on a nightly basis. Almost every trip we went on recommended this place to us, so its clearly a local favorite. Appetizers were a little pricey, but we had the Kalua pig nachos and they were amazing! So tasty, and exactly what we were craving after a long day in the sun. I had their twist on fish and chips and my boyfriend had the asian salad with fresh tuna. They also have souvenir cups which are a little cheesy, but make the drinking part more fun :)
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Beth W.

Good for drinks, nice outside patio area to enjoy the night air.
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dev a.

Go for dinner. It's all about the view, the stiff drinks, and the cheesy live music. Great service and good food, I try and make it to Tiki's whenever I'm in Honolulu.
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Russel S.

Indoor and outdoor seating with nice view of the ocean. Good food at reasonable prices (unlike most tourist traps in the area).
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Meloknee H.

tikis rules
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Johnny S.

I like Tiki's also. Except my Tiki's dining friends have since left the island. Just think Russ, next time you come back to Hawaii you can write it off. :D
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Sam L.

tthis place is surpsingly good and surprisngly inexpensive given the incredibly great location they have. Well it,s not cheap, but it's reasonable. We ended up eating there 4 times during our stay. Once we did a breakfast buffet and whileit was ok, it wasn't all that great. It was $13 which isn't awful, I thought was a little high. Overall a highly recommended place in a sea of mediocrisy.
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T F.

I really enjoy taking mainland friends here. The food is good and the view is great. We always get really good service here!
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Shane V.

Waitress was friendly. Went for our friends one year anniversary on the island. Good food and good service. Waitress Nikki was on point! Thank you!
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Andrew D.

Went with a large group for the private buffet menu (must be booked in advance). We did the 'Oahu' option and everything was great but the standouts for me were the pineapple fried rice and the hoisin grilled boneless short ribs. It was a lot of food and the even let us pack up the leftovers to take with us. The view from this second floor establishment is great from the bar area for watching the sun set over Kalakaua Ave. and Waikiki Beach.
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Scarlet D.

Excellent food & great service. I highly recommend you dine here when visiting Hawaii! Friendly employees make you feel like your at home!...Keep it up guys!
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Chris G.

Matt & Russ are great bartenders! Ask them for a Jim Beam Mojito!
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Tamara C.

I got the Hawaiian platter. Too much pork, shoulda tried the ahi-ahi. The steak was good. The good thing with the platter, I was able to try poi (apparently a taste I didn't acquire) and salmon poke (yum!).
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Liz A.

Ugh. I wanted to like this place and leave a nice review because the food was good, but I can't be nice. There is nothing I can say except that "the food was good." I just can't be nice in this situation because honesty is more important. I had a reservation for 7:30 on a week night. We arrived and were quickly seated on the patio, half indoors and half outdoors. The chairs were wet because it had been raining, and half of our party was subjected to giant drops from the edge of the roof down their backs for the entire meal. We didn't ask to be moved, but when we commented that the table and chairs were wet, the only response was "we can move you, but it will be a long wait." No apology, no offer to dry off the chairs. Just a guilt trip for not wanting to sit in a puddle of roof water. We ordered food, which was good but did not warrant the price. Portions were VERY small. Our entire party was still hungry after dinner. Collectively, we ordered: - Mahimahi with macadamia nuts. Not original, but tasty. The accompaniments were weird. - Caesar salad. It's a salad. So. It was fine. - Swordfish. Very tasty. - Beachboy combo, which had 3 scallops, 4 shrimp, and accompaniments. - Scallops, which had 3 scallops and accompaniments. Not pleased in the slightest. Why does a scallop dish have fewer scallops than a combo dish of the same price?
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Jose G.

First thing is the view! Been here twice and the view always amaze me. Price is average for around the area. Food are not big portions, but definitely taste amazing. Drinks are very good and worth it! Will definitely come back.
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Sharif B.

During my last visit after years of patronage. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality service, food and atmosphere. We went to the bar to await seating outside, the place was packed for a Wednesday. The live music hit the spot and tiki torches set the mood. We then were paged for our table with short, prompt service. Our waitress, Jen, made the meal amazing. She recommended drinks and food with detail and friendliness. It definitely made the experience a delight. The portions are large, but fairly pricey. You get ambiance with the ocean view and friendly local waitstaff. I would normally give a four star review, but our server Jen made us feel special as if we were VIP.
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Sarah D.

For some reason my friends and I developed a deep affinity for this place and kept going back. The calamari was great, the poke so-so, the edamame in truffle butter delicious, and the drinks--out of this world! Definitely try the mai tai with the passionfruit foam. So tasty. It took some aggression to get a table in the seat-yourself area, but once seated, we had a ball. The live music was really fun, and we could see fireworks from our table.
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Nicole R.

I really want to LOOOOVE Tiki's but I just can't. The view is amazing. Love the live music in the evenings. But the food is hit or miss every time I visit - and the prices (which are essentially as high as Roy's) just can't be justified. We love the calamari katsu and the kalbi beef empanadas for appetizers. Coconut shrimp is great, too. But the seafood entrees were just so-so in quality and at around $30 each, you deserve more than overcooked breaded mahi mahi. The staff is friendly but too eager (read intrusive) at mealtime: we had servers and busboys come over 3 times asking if they could clear our plates - and we were all still clearly eating. Each time, they had a hand on our plates before we even responded, which required ending our conversation and awkwardly saying, "no, we're still working on this, thanks." It's great that they have validated parking, though - that's rare in Waikiki!
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Jessica A.

The review is for a wedding reception that was held there recently (5.18.13) First, I have to give a much deserved THANK YOU to the staff of Tiki's. Working with them throughout the planning process was a breath of fresh air. I came to find out that not many people are in a rush to do much of anything in Hawaii, which was a huge adjustment coming from the mainland, and a city at that. It was frustrating planning a wedding, while researching vendors who didn't work at the same speed as i did. After finding and connecting with Tiki's they were always so prompt in responding to me, given the large time difference, and were so accommodating. Additionally, if communicating via email wasn't always the easiest, they never hesitated to pick up the phone to clarify that we were on the same page. Doing little things like that was always appreciated, and considered going the extra mile in my eyes. More specifically, I have to thank Alyssa, who helped coordinate and really make our reception come to life and ensure it was everything I had hoped for and more. She was a big reason I chose to stay working with Tiki's. There was a staff change early in my planning process, but having her come in was the best thing for me and for Tiki's. So THANK YOU Alyssa. Now for the remainder of of the review: Food: Ahi Poke- sinfully delicious! Myself and guests gobbled this right up, and even for guests who had never had raw fish--they were blown away by the flavor. BRAVO! Coconut Shrimp- can't really mess this up haha. Very good :) Teriyaki Chicken- best I've ever had. Seriously...i want the recipe. Someone? Anyone? I'd fly back just for this chicken! Macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi- So delicious, moist, and flaky! This was my favorite part of our dinner! I had dreams about this fish before arriving for the wedding, and it did not disappoint. Guava glazed ribs- just OK in my opinion. I think I expected more sweetness than what I actually tasted, and they were a bit greasy. Location: Location was great! We reserved their private room on the 21st floor, which was one of the best decisions we made. It was private, intimate, and GORGEOUS. Amazing views of Waikiki Beach, and Diamonhead. We enjoyed an incredible sunset, and could not imagine having our reception anywhere else. This place is for the low-key simple bride all the way to the high-maintenance luxury bride (c'mon ladies, we know we can admit this haha). I fell somewhere in the middle and they took wonderful care of me, my new husband, and all of our guests! Do yourself a favor and go to Tiki's...be it a simple dinner while visiting, or planning your next event. :)
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Mim D.

I love that they have a live band here. Great drinks and service. It's a nice spot to take a first date or a chill night with the girls overlooking the stars and great music! It's one of the things I love about Hawaii and thanks to Tiki Grill I was able to enjoy that and made it a memorable night for me. I will definitely be back if I'm ever in Hawaii again and I would recommend others to go there.
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D H.

Came here for lunch one day and drinks/food/entertainment another night. Drinks were great, entertainment was fabulous, food not so good. For lunch I had fish tacos, which I expected to be phenomenal since this IS Hawaii. But I found the fish to be dry and cooked in what tasted like El Paso boxed taco seasoning like I use at home to make homemade tacos. My happy hour Mai tai was delicious though. Husband had a jerk chicken wrap, which he ate entirely but I didn't hear a peep out of him about how good it was. At night, I had an alcoholic lemonade drink that was so good, and my fiancÃ© was a fan of the big wave and longboard beers on tap while we listened to the live band. I had a softshell crab slider, which was tasty but a little too fishy, and my fiancÃ© ordered coconut shrimp, nothing extra special or different than if ordered at home in New York.
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Trish F.

My husband and I were on our honeymoon in Hawaii staying at the Aston Waikiki hotel, and so this restaurant was very convenient. We had just arrived from the airport and it was too early to check in, so we decided to have lunch to pass the time. We had our first Hawaiian meal there, and were very impressed! I ordered the Big Island Beef Loco Moco, and my husband had Tiki's mixed plate. Their version of the Loco Moco is their own twist, and does not have gravy, but it was absolutely delicious! We ended up eating at Tiki's every day we were there and ordered something different every time. We didn't have one bad experience, and the service is excellent! I'd recommend this place!
(5)
Paula H.

We went here since it was across the street from our hotel. live music was nice. Food was typical bar food and prices were okay. My only complaint was it was dark, we couldn't read our menus :) overall-a good time
(4)
Jacob H.

The food is fairly fresh and doesn't look like what you might expect if you got the same thing somewhere else. My friend got the Ahi Poke bowl. Normally, this is just a mix of fix slapped together over a rice bowl, from where I come. Here, the fish looked really fresh and straight off the boat (a fob.. haha). That's a definite plus. I ordered the fish and chips, at the suggestion of the waiter. I initially resisted because I can get fish and chips from UK (which I have). However, I grudgingly took his advice and waited. I was expecting something entirely different than what came on my plate. The fish wasn't cod, as in UK, nor was the fish heavily breaded. So, I saved calories and my taste buds by eating this thing. The fish was tasty and nice and tender. Sunday nights have $1 off their Red Stripe beer. It's a decent lager and only $5 bucks each. Considering everything is expensive in Hawaii, this wasn't too bad of a deal. The best part was the live entertainment playing. Those guys were really good and everyone in the crowd thoroughly enjoyed their music. I would come back here just for the music.
(4)
Malika T.

I promise to be faithful one hundred percent. That's my motto my code, my reviews will be honest and bold. I personally am a huge fan of Tiki Bar and Grill compared to the other restaurants in Waikiki I find the service personable and the prices extremely reasonable I am happy to say I have heard many express the same. The staff generally seems to have a positive outlook on their job and it reflects so in their service. Upon entering the customer can choose a dinner experience or a bar experience. I would love to express my experience on the dinner side but alas I have yet to eat there. I enjoy the relaxed outdoor feel of the bar and the live music every night doesn't hurt either. Now if you are going to be attending the bar side of Tiki bar and grill I feel the need to express that the customer must understand that it is a bar and generally such you will not receive the same immediate attention as you are going to on the restaurant side. The bar side is to eat, have drinks and have a fun time in a relaxed environment. Out of the many amazing dishes offered I often rotate my meals between the Fish and Chips (tip the tarter sauce is amazing), Prime Rib Poke (tip to those not wanting to waste the yummy juices I would suggest putting rice or linguine underneath those delicious cubes), and Ahi Tataki (tip you won't even need the soy sauce) . Now if you decide to grace Tiki Bar and Grill with your presence I suggest you finish out the Tiki experience with Chef Ronnie's unique twist on either the cheesecake or the CrÃ¨me Brulee enjoy! For those of you who know me personally yes I cannot say this review was written without bias. But I meant what I said and I said what I meant. That's it That's all The end
(5)
Kym H.

If you are looking for a cool bar with live music every night, come here! We were lucky to experience TACO TUESDAYS! Tacos are $2 and you get a free beer (Long Board). They have an AWESOME Kalua Pork Nachos!!!! Sometimes you can add the waitress to go in the back and ask the chef if he'll make GARLIC fries. If they're not busy they'll make them for you and it's amazing. I love the atmosphere, open air scenery and LIVE music each night. PLUS it was in our HOTEL. WIN WIN!!!
(4)
Wendi H.

Great location, awesome music, tasty drinks...what's not to love? We go often to see our favorite musician Ellsworth Simeona, and get fantastic service from Mike!! No wonder we come back over and over....
(5)
Gina R.

I had a great vacation and Tomas the bartender was awesome!!!!!! Can't wait for my next vacation................ Great food and desserts, yummy..........
(5)
Jared W.

Went one night for sunset and a few Mai Tais and really didn't have a great experience. They were busy and had a private party, which I understand, but it took a long time for us to get a waitress and our drinks. Once they arrived, they were pretty light and tasteless (and the price reflected that, $13 for two Mai Tais so they couldn't have much alcohol). Location is nice and you can see a decent sunset from there. Plus, they have live music which was really nice. I'll give them a pass if it was just a crazy, pre-Pro-Bowl weeknight, but otherwise wasn't worth the trip. Go to the Moana Surfrider, pay twice the price for your drinks but have better drinks and a better view of the sunset.
(2)
Jay P.

Live music on most nights. Nice view of the water and the staff was really nice.
(4)
Angela A.

We seem to end up at Tiki's every time someone is visiting, fair enough. The taro rolls and banana butter are TO DIE FOR. So good. We went last night with a group of friends, but we showed up first and ordered 2 beers, Wailua Wheat. The bartender pours them and brings them over to us then says "Bud Light is on special for $2." Super, since we just paid $11 for 2 beers! Yes, as the bartender you should let the customer order what they want especially if it's pricey, but I feel that he should have either told us about the special upfront, or waited until we were ready to order another beer and give us the option. Ok, I'll stop ranting. I wanted to get the crab mac and cheese, but since we ate on the lanai we had a limited menu so I got the Kalua Pork Quesadilla. Very good, as always. It was REALLY dark on the lanai and I could barely read the menu or see my food, and my vision is super. That didn't stop me from eating it all, so no big deal. So... to recap: taro rolls and banana butter 5 stars. Service 2 stars. Dinner 4. Ambiance/lighting 2. Aloha Tiki's, see you with the next visitor!
(3)
Xiao L.

Very slow service....Food was average.
(3)
Rory H.

It was really convient to make a reservation through Yelp tonight.. Service was great! Food was good! & free post cards!
(5)
Sabrina L.

We sat in the bar and Mike our server was amazing along with the band, he made lots of recommendations and made our time there very memorable. The food was great and the drinks were even better. We couldn't of asked for a better time, meal, or service. We will definitely be back and hope to have a great time again.
(5)
derek n.

Locals don't venture very often to Waikiki for food, and a recent visit to Tiki's just reinforced why. First, the good - service was very good, we were attended to without being hovered over, the food suggestions were good without the hard sell. The views of waikiki beach may be nice, if you can get a table near the balcony, but even on a slow weekday night, we couldn't get close Food was ok with decent portions, but way overpriced as it's mostly a tourist trap. Many of the entrees were in the $29 range, anywhere else they'd be $18~$20. my cocktail seemed not mixed very well as there was inconsistency in the taste...sometimes sips of what felt like pure alcohol dessert is something most of us look forward to, but their offer rings were ridiculous. a small tray with little options comes out, and if you pick the small chocolate covered strawberries, it's $2 each...eek lastly, there is free 3 hour validated parking but when we retrieved our car the valet said we went over 3 hours and owed extra. found out that the valet who took our car gave us a ticket stamped with an hour earlier than our arrival which was just criminal
(2)
Callie D.

Great service, excellent food, even better drink and company. Good job toma's.
(5)
Tony M.

Good food, great drinks, entertaining staff, A+ Did I mention the Mai Tais or the Ahi Poke? I should have. You've made a fan!
(5)
Michelle L.

This restaurant offers the most "Polynesian" feel of any of the restaurants we found on Waikiki Beach. Everything is a chain. Even Duke's has a "TGI Fridays" feel to it, but we enjoyed that as well. The food at Tiki's was surprisingly good and the view in INCREDIBLE. Get a table closest to the beach and you will dine to swaying palms, blue waves, and a gorgeous sunset. It was a bit more pricey than we expected, but everything is on Waikiki. We ate here on our last night with our 2 teens and we all really enjoyed it!
(4)
Ryan L.

Meh, I was a bit tipsy when I wandered in here for a late dinner. I bellied up to the bar, was served by a friendly bartender, but service was slow. She was clearly holding down the enormous bar by herself. I ordered some fish & chips, too (I was here for food, not just more drink) and the fries were cold/stale. The fish was good. But the slaw was missing. Slaw isn't worth complaining about. I ate, drank, paid, and dashed.
(2)
Jenni H.

If you only go here for drinks and find out how to get a cheeseburger (someone next to us knew the secret) then its a fine place to go. For my experience other places in the area have cheaper prices and better food! The view at tikis is great in the bar, but lacks in the dinner area due to plumeria trees in the way. You can walk around the corner and eat for cheaper and have WAY better food with a fantastic view! The staff here is very nice. We came here because the yelp reviews were good and the menu looked appealing, however once we got here we had to wait even though the place was fairly empty and the menu didn't include anything we saw on yelp. The prime rib was chewy and the sauce for the scallops was horrible. We should have left but we gave tikis a chance. We will never go back here or recommend it to anyone.
(1)
Mike C.

Attending a fundraising party Pro Bowl week for Miami receiver Davone Bess, we got here early on Wednesday evening. Located on the second floor of the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel, the restaurant sectioned off an area for a live auction and included a main bar area as well as a drinks table; the admission price also included an appetizer buffet that included BBQ ribs, quesadillas, Caesar's salad, and other pupus. The bartender and cocktail waitresses were workin' it as there were over 120 people who attended. Only drawbacks were that there was no seating in the party area, though there were lounge chairs just outside by the swimming pool. Unfortunately, we were unable to bring our drinks and/or food there. Food was okay for hot plate cuisine. There was some confusion as to where to leave the empty plates and glasses, so I left my glass and plate at the bar. Since it was a private party, can't really say what the "normal" atmosphere would be, but it was set up relatively well.
(3)
Alex K.

I really like the place, for drinks and for food. $5 Mai Tais are tasty, and their soft shell crab po boy was actually extremely good. Great place to catch a game.
(4)
Jacqueline D.

Super good food, live music, and yummy drinks!!!! The ambiance is awesome and there is free valet parking! The service is great and everyone there is friendly. Love this place! Service is impeccable! The hostesses greet you with a smile, the servers are on it (esp with water), and you just feel the good vibe! I must say the food stands out the most here. The whole staff is from Roys and the food quality shows! I've tried the butterfish, most of the appetizers, and the steak. Everything was to DIE for!!! Amazing!!! Also, I've been there with my 3 year old and the kids menu is great too. The sliders come with a frisbie!
(5)
Eric K.

On the pro side, Tiki's is up on the third or so floor of the building and has a decent view looking out over Waikiki beach. It also has a cool setup where the inside flows directly into the outdoor seating and it feels like it could be a cool party bar on a weekend night if they got a good crowd. The problem we had was that the food wasn't great. By far the highlight were our two appetizers, the ahi poke (we paid extra to get the one with avocado and aoili sauce) and the prime rib poke. Both were excellent though the prime rib serving was a bit small. Everyone was kind of blah about our entrees though. They were somehow completely out of mahi mahi by around 3 pm (they didn't even have any for dinner) so I had to order the fish and chips. My server recommended it but it was rather bland. I tried pouring the tarter sauce on it but the tarter sauce was pretty bland too. I also had their margarita on the rocks since it was happy hour. It was alright. There house liquors are decent though. We had a shot before we left of house vodka (or it might have been tequila) and it was better than I was expecting. I'd probably come back here for appetizers and a chance to sit outside and look at the beach, but I wouldn't recommend this as a place that serves great food.
(3)
Chuck C.

The food was really good, the view is fabulous, the staff very friendly, but the bartenders namely Jayme.... All I can say is "love"!!! She made us feel like family. Just couldn't get enough of her!!! Will be returning again.... And again!!
(5)
Monte P.

Outstanding meal. Nathan et al did an outstanding job this evening. We had coconut shrimp, butterfish and swordfish...we were pleased with it all! The Mai Tai and beer selections were an added bonus. Thanks for a great evening!
(4)
Lea K.

Our friends were staying in Waikiki so we met up with them at Tiki's to have some drinks & a late lunch. I guess we ordered the wrong things because everything was so OFF! My friend & I ordered one of their signature cocktails--it was SO sweet & filled with li hing mui powder. For appetizers, we had the coconut shrimp & the calamari katsu. The shrimp were ok, but the calamari katsu was barely edible. It was so salty & had the taste of latex (??!) and had a funky butter caper sauce underneath. For lunch I ordered the Kalua Pig Nachos; big disappointment here. There were about 3 chunks of dry kalua pork and the cheese sauce tasted like they tried to stretch it with flour or something. I sampled some of the cheesesteak sandwich my husband ordered and it lacked basic salt & pepper! Or any seasonings for that matter. Overall, everything was pretty plain and flavorless. Whatever you do, don't order the calamari!!
(2)
Michele F.

I am giving four stars because we didn't order any entrees....This is based on appetizers and service. Our server, Kirsten was the best, both times we visited. We mainly visited for happy hour. Drink prices were great and so was the view. The third time we visited, our server wasn't as on the ball as Kirsten. But I think this was due to his socializing with the guests...which I guess I can't complain about. Kirsten took our drink orders within moments of being seated and checked on us frequently. Let's just say, our glasses were filled and since we were walking, was perfect! She conversed when appropriate and made quick stops when appropriate. Tikki's is my new happy hour joint when visiting! We didn't stay for the live music but when we walked by later in the evening, everyone seemed to be having fun. If you are going to Sensei for dinner, eat on the patio, you can hear the music from Tikki's
(4)
Wendy H.

Food was good. Service excellent great view
(3)
Bombtwinz B.

Loved the atmosphere of this restaurant with the friendly faces and awesome live band. The food is great; they are known for their nachos. This place is packed so make sure you reserve a spot early! With a packed restaurant, it comes with mediocre service--although friendly--and sometimes forgotten orders. Their passable service makes up in other areas.
(4)
Phil J.

Decided to see what the ex Roys chef had done. Hmmm. Not excited. The food we had was certainly ok, but small portions for the price. The Hawaiian mixed plate was dry and presented in a rather cheap ugly fashion. Spend a few dollars on some decent ramekins will ya? Service is good with the exception of having to ask for more water. Serious pet peeve. I was disappinted in the limited size of the menu. A few sandwich selections would be a good thing. Not a place I would go out of the way to try again.
(3)
Jeff B.

The 1944 Mai tai is the best in Waikiki! Tiki's offer a great vibe with live music every nIght. We came here on our last night in Waikiki and what a great way to end our trip. Big thanks to Tomas for taking care of us and making the best drinks. We will certainly be back the next time we ate in Waikiki.
(5)
Shannon P.

This place is the best any day of the week. They always have live music, good food, friendly atmosphere, amazing view and awesome customer service. A special thanks to Mike for always going above and beyond to take care of us. This place ROCKS! Thanks again EVERYONE!
(5)
Michael L.

Went here for open mic night with 2 dollar drink specials. It was quite entertaining and fun. Good service, good ambiance, and good times!
(4)
Daniela R.

Tiki's was cool, they had outdoor seating which had a nice view of the beach. Food was okay but didn't blow me away. Happy hour was nice, 3 dollar beers. :)
(3)
Taylor M.

Great food suggestions from Gabrielle-tartare and kalua quesadilla!
(4)
Christa A.

Travelers who are staying close to Tiki's on this end of Waikiki you must check out Tiki's Happy Hour while you watch the amazing sunset from their deck. Perfect timing for happy hour! A great view with prices that won't cut into your budget and if you do get a lil' snacky I would suggest to splurge on the Mahi-Mahi sandwich. It has been the best Mahi-Mahi sandwich I have had on the island yet. (weird that it is from tiki's bar and grill but it is what it is.)
(4)
Andrea H.

I am a local girl, now living in Oklahoma. That being said, I generally avoid Waikiki. For our honeymoon, I took my husband to Hawaii for his first time. We chose to eat lunch at Tiki's due to the name. My husband is obsessed with tiki culture and is also an avid tiki mug collector. If you are into tiki culture, you must visit Tiki's bar & grill. Tiki's offers 4 unique mugs to purchase with drink and the walls in the back are covered with well know tiki artists such as SHAG and the Pizz to name a few. We had a fabulous waiter named Koa. He took a lot of time answering questions regarding the drinks and mugs as well as gave us lots of information regarding the artwork the had in the back. Our food was amazing. I ordered the prime rib poke which was tender and perfectly seasoned. My husband ordered the Tiki's mixed plate which I also sampled. The food was great. Someone at a neighboring table ordered the Maui gold pinapple conoe which looked amazing, I really wished I had tried it. The price was reasonable in comparison to other sit down restaurants in Wakiki.
(5)
Julie H.

Located across the street from Waikiki beach, this grill and bar has it all...terrific ambiance, wonderful food, great live music...and how can you beat the lovely location? We ordered Heinekens, however, their mixed drinks looked fantastic. We sat at the bar, and we all were treated very attentitively by Tomas, one of the bartenders. He was hoppin' all night and never missed a beat. Definitely a good place to go if you want to relax, hang out and enjoy the scenery.
(5)
David G.

I ended up eating here last Friday and after reading the less than stellar reviews I was not really looking forward to it. Overall, Tiki's Grill & Bar is a little better than some people have reported. A few negative things that I noticed (some of their prices are stupid and the service is beyond sub par) are most likely what others experienced, hence the poor reviews. But going back to the food, I thought their portions were good and the quality of the ingredients were nice. If I was in the area again and wanted to take people from out of town I could see myself taking them there. PS. They offer free valet parking up to 3 hours, good deal...
(3)
Donna L.

Bf and I chose the lounge, ordered off the bar menu and shared: nalo and tofu salad, poisson cru, panko fish and chips, and hamburger. Total came to $50. The dishes were innovative, the ingredients super fresh, and the execution first rate. As expected in Waikiki, prices are steep, portions are modest and deco is tacky, but the open air dining, gourmet dishes with local ingredients, awesome table service, and terrific live music makes an evening at Tiki's an enjoyable and pleasant dining experience.
(4)
Tania O.

On vacation with my husband and found out a friend was there on business. We decided to meet up for dinner and i was so relieved to finally find a place that had real aloha. The staff made us feel so awesome from the first hello!! ( something we had not seen on the island the previous 5 days). We had the ahi appetizer....oh sooooo good....then I had the mahi for dinner. Food was delicious!!! Our waitress was so perfect for our group...she kept the fun going and never made us feel like we were unwelcome ( 3 boys and one girl...tequila shots....yep we were a bit loud). Enjoyed the place so much that once dinner was done we migrated to the bar area. I don't remember our waitresses name...but remember she was going to school for airplane mechanic. I just wish we had found this place earlier!!! Def worth the money!!
(5)
Wendy L.

Very nice happy hour spot! Great view and an awesome live band. I wish they have one of these in San Francisco...
(4)
Sheryl G.

what: a cute, outdoor, hawaiiany bar and grill located in waikiki! something good: the interior feels very hawaiiany and you feel like a tourist when you're eating and drinking there! i like the little tiki men they have around the restaurant & the food is actually really good!! :) something not so good: the service was mediocre, our waitress was excellent but some of the other service people were less than friendly~ something to try: kalua pig nachos & french fries
(4)
Justin W.

Came here on a Sunday night during the Honolulu festival, ask them about their kama'aina special, the night I was prime rib with vegetable sides and it was half off, so it cost me $15, and it was a really good cut of prime rib. This goes from 5pm to 8pm. Plus you can sit out on the lanai and people watch on the streets of waikiki. Their happy hour is also very good, with good prices on drinks. Yeah its a touristy place but when you live out here you have to go to where the good happy hours are at!
(4)
Charlotte M.

So, my husband & i went here tonite for dinner b/c the yelp reviews seemed to be ok...but i was underwhelmed & overcharged for mediocre food. We made reservations, but when we got there it wasn't even half full. We ordered drinks-DH got gin martini & i got a specialty martini; they turned out to be basic at best and filled about 1/2 the glasses. Then, we got a house salad, the daily special, coconut shrimp, & shrimp/lobster tempura rolls. Salad was generous but wilted & warm. DH's special was fish, over cooked, on a weird plate of ramenesque noodles with some mini chopped vegs in a goopy sauce. The 5 shrimp was rubber tough, small, overcooked, on an island of soggy coleslaw, surrounded by a moat of spicy/sweet reddish duck sauce. Eh...The lobster/shrimp roll was the best thing we ate, but we warned, its about the size of a baguette, mostly sticky rice. So, the damage for the above + 2 beers was 95$. Verdict: a poor attempt at 'nice food' that was overpriced, overcooked, and really blah. Our server was very nice but a little rough- plain gin or vodka martinis routinely come w/ olives, but he asked my DH 'do you want a garnish or something, like olives?' Come on dude. Sorry yelpers, but I disagree with the positive reviews and wish I had spent the $100 someplace, any place, else.
(2)
Mario D.

Great location, good service, awful food. We stayed at the hotel, so the restaurant was very conveniently located. . The waitress was lovely, the menu was very interesting. I ordered the prawns The biggest mistake you can make with prawns is to overcook them. These were more the texture of calamari than prawns. At ~ $30.00 for an entrÃ©e, the food is unforgivably bad.
(2)
Durell B.

It was ok. Server was new and she kind of stumbled around a bit and they wouldn't let you have the full menu in the bar area after a certain time (which was a little weird). View was pretty good. Buffalo wings were tasty and the band that performed was pretty good. Nice tunes and not to loud that distracted you from your time there. If you're out late in Wakiki and want some food, I would give this place a shot. Hopefully no one is disappointed.
(3)
Belle R.

This place is a MUST! Tomas is an awesome bartender! Very friendly & cool. Drinks, food, and service is great. Thanks for a great time!
(5)
M'Liss H.

After arriving in the afternoon to Waikiki and checking into the Hyatt Place Hotel, we wanted a light dinner after a long day and Tiki is close by. The prime rib poke was recommended and it was delicious with linguine noodles. We also had rib eye lettuce wraps and a beautiful sunset while listening to a live band. It can get hot as the sun sets so bring a hat. Good service, funky and relaxing place with gorgeous views.
(4)
Davey K.

Place sucked, server was nice, seemed like she didn't want to deal with us. Typical corporate bar, decorations were lame and cheesy, the live band was playing the worst cover songs, my mom wouldn't even like. My drink tasted like crap, I couldn't even finish lava-slide whatever has too much sugar anda no alcohol, I thought I ordered a kids drink. The view is awesome, prices were typical rip off waikiki tourist prices. They want you to pay $5 more for a drink to take home the souviner cup. Hey they tried...
(2)
Michael M.

Food was so good, we went back the next night. We sat in the dining room and had a great server whose name escapes me. There were 6 in our party and everyone raved about the quality. I got the ribeye and I'm serious when I say it rivaled Boston prime steakhouses. Great work over there guys. See you the next time we're out your way.
(5)
Carl G.

Made a reservation, was seated prior to the reserved time ..... nice atmosphere, darkish, nice view of Waikiki Beach ...... friendly door hostess; but strange old guy asking if we want bar or dinner .... could have done without that ..... Very pricey for a bar & grill ..... 1 entree with 2 drinks and dessert = 70.00 .... I think I would have preferred one of the better restaurants in the area if I knew I was going to spend that much ..... Food was actually fairly good (Prime Beef) ..... cooked as I wanted it ...... drinks (LI Iced tea) was decent also ...... Service (Brian) started off fairly well, but then progressively got worse .... couldn't remember who ordered what ...... forgot that one of our party asked for the dessert menu .... hardly saw him during the main course (could have sold another $50 in drinks if he checked on us more often) .... and dude,; living here for 10 years does NOT make it your home ..... Basically, I recommend doing it once for the view of the beach (during the day or sunset) ..... but then spend your money in a decent sit-down place like Hula's, Lulu's, or Kobe Japanese ..... if I pay this much for a meal, I expect excellent service ......
(3)
QuodE D.

Tiki's is on the second floor of ResortQuest Waikiki Beach Hotel. It's a fun space with both indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating overlooks Kuhio Beach. The staff are very friendly and easy going. Candidly, I expected the food to be bad. So I was pleasantly surprised that it was pretty good. The kalua pig nachos were meaty and creamy (not really cheesy). The poke was good with small crunchy bits of rock salt. I wasn't a big fan of their Calamari Katsu. It was a calamari steak rather than that fried calamari you'd get as an appetizer. But my dining companions really like it. I had somehow expected the drinks to be much better than they were. Tiki drinks have a long tradition--Don the Beachcomber, Trader Vic and the like. While Tiki's offers fun "take with you" coconut and tiki mugs (after you've consumed the drink within) the drinks themselves are pretty uninspired. The lychee martini was particularly "meh". They could really benefit from a page or two out of Jeff "Beachbum" Berry's tiki research. Modeling off of drinks from places like Forbidden Island Tiki Lounge in Alameda would be even better. While it seems Tiki's is about volume (moving as much product as possible), making quality drinks from scratch, squeezing fresh citrus and focusing on quality is not mutually exclusive and could really bring the resurgence of tiki back to Hawai'i.
(2)
Bob P.

Great restaurant. Food is fantastic. Service was exceptional. Our server and host Michelle was wonderful. She was friendly and attentive and made us feel very welcome. Good view of the beach. Menu had something for everyone. Service was fast. No sooner than we ordered a drink, there it was. I've eaten here at least once every time I was in Waikiki and will continue to return.
(4)
Madeleine F.

The food? A+ ! The service? A+! The booze? A+ (except for the prices but that's Hawaii, haha)! I actually signed up for Yelp BECAUSE of Tiki's! They had a deal where if you signed in with Yelp you'd get free kalbi gyoza! AND HOW CAN I SAY NO TO THAT? Also, I have to say, it was DELISH! I went here for my friend's birthday in early May and then again in late may for my "pre-birthday". Both times they treated us like queens, gave us free yums and were very attentive and sweet! Upon my second visit here I got some delicious fish tacos which I HIGHLY recommend. The food here is absolutely delicious and FRESH! I have zero complaints (except the bill but Waikiki is EXPENSIVE no matter what)! I'll definitely be back in the future. :)
(5)
Lu T.

My husband and I had our wedding rehearsal dinner here in 2013, and we came back for dinner a year later when we were in the area. The food and service is great every time. The live music is an excellent addition to the Waikiki sunset which compliments the whole dining experience. This time we dined on the lanai and got to try more of their menu because the portions are smaller and we shared them. Overall, great ambiance and delicious food. I'm sure we'll be back :) ---------------------- A few days after dining at Tiki's, I realized my hoodie sweatshirt was missing. Called Tiki's to find out that they found it and have been holding on to it for me for all this time. The employees are sweet and helpful!
(5)
Sara W.

Tikis is great!! We had our rehearsal dinner here last month in the room they call the "Lava Tube" and it was perfect! We had a buffet style dinner and the food was simply delicious!! Very tasty. I am a vegetarian and I was very impressed by their veggie selection!! The drinks are strong and tasty and they offer these cute tiki mugs! Our server was attentive and efficient had a smile on his face the whole time. I'm so glad we had our rehearsal dinner here!!!looking back, we wouldn't have changed a thing!! Can't wait to go back next time we visit Oahu!
(5)
Nat W.

Tiki's Grill & Bar was well above my expectation. Although, this place is rated as a four star, for some reason, I just had a feeling this would be just another mediocre bar by Waikiki beach. I am sorry Tiki's...I was wrong. This place has a good view of Waikiki Beach and Kapiolani Ave. They play great music!! Very mellow and not too loud, which I hate at most bars. Unfortunately, the food is a little overpriced for the portion (very much Japanese portion). My husband and I ordered two appetizers to share, which didn't completely fill us. Nonetheless, the food tasted great and the service was good!
(4)
Amelia J.

Nice for essentially a tourist trap. Just had drinks; they were tasty and well priced, boozy. Nice live music, wish they played it louder.
(4)
daniel R.

My first real Hawaiian dish. And it passed my expectations on every level. I didn't have any alcohol. But I can say their non-alcoholic drinks (I only had the funky monkey) was delicious. I asked for the prime rib with avocado and rice. It blew me away. It was very well presented. And very flavorful. There was only one very minor hit. The rice ball scoop must have hit the bottom of the pot. It had a very small amount of rice from the bottom. I am coming back. Perhaps tonight.
(4)
Eric P.

Overall Tiki's wasn't bad. But it wasn't overly impressive either. I had the Kalua Pig Quesadilla and it was really good. But other people in my party were not too excited with their orders. I think someone described it as good but not all that memorable. If you order from the Lanai menu, it is more casual but many of the items are more like appetizers, very small servings. That is, except the lettuce wraps. They came with a large amount of food. We were also able to take advantage of the free food with a Yelp checkin. Service was not thay great. The waitress was a little slow and there didn't seem to be a specific reason why.
(4)
Amy N.

We went here on our honeymoon because it was located in our hotel and seemed good. The food was very, very delicious but the portions were so small! I thought for the price we should have gotten more. My advice would be not to go there when you're super hungry or make sure to order a lot of food if you are. The drinks were great and they had a good happy hour. Overall, loved the food (we got pork that was delectable), the drinks, the location, and the service.
(4)
chrystal l.

Tiki has great drinks and you get a free souvenir cup with most of your drinks! Also the live music each night is a bonus. Especially Jason and Ian on Monday nights! Really great service! So my friend got a souvenir cup that she didn't want (mind you the waitress asked which one but she misunderstood) so after drinking half her drink she asked if she could switch and the waitress made it happen!
(5)
Moe A.

I can't describe how good the food Is. It is a bit pricey but it's worth it. It has a beautiful view
(5)
Artavia J.

We walked over here after we went to the Honolulu Zoo. It was on the same block as our hotel, was right at the beach and we heard live music. We had the best time. I had a great ahi tuna salad.and a crap ton of Hawaiian themed drinks. The live music was great. We literally jammed for hours. Our waitress was drunk and we had to ask for a menu which is why this can't get 5 stars.
(4)
Antonio B.

For over-priced drinks ... sure why not. I didn't try the food. This was simply based off the Malibu Mai-Tai I had and a single $20 beverage my husband had. For the atmosphere, it didn't seem like a bad spot. However, if you want to be a tourist and experience that kind of life style of expensive beverages (and meals based on the prices in the menu).... this is the place for you. If not, then I would say try some place else.
(2)
Duane R.

This place has a great atmosphere and fantastic friendly staff. The food is local and very fresh. It is a must try for anyone near Waikiki. The burgers are better then the "burger joint" down the road and the fish tacos are a must. Grab a fancy drink and keep the glass. One hell of a place to eat drink and meet some nice people. Aloha!
(5)
Peter J.

Good service from front desk and waiter. Good local musicians and singers play here. Food is OK. If you want a drink and listen to live music then this place is good, just not to eat.
(3)
K-bis M.

This used to be one of my go-to places a few years back. I went to impress my in laws but was saddened by the result. Let's start with the good. Made an open table reservation and was promptly seated in a nice location. Our server Mel was a nice guy and good server. B grade. Then..... We ordered our drinks first. The wine glass had lip stick on the rim.... Sent back, Mel provided prompt service recovery. I asked for their quesadillas and he first said it was only offered outside but then retracted to tell me he would try get it for us. It came to our table very quickly. I've made quesadillas in restaurants and they don't come out that quick. Sure enough it was not hot. Most likely a mistake that a server made and the kitchen wanted to sell it. Guacamole was not green, means it had been oxidating for a while. Next was the Chicken parm with linguine. The chicken had more ounces than the pasta, what?!! It was about 8 ounces of chicken and maybe 6 ounces of pasta for 25 bucks...really? Cmon man!! Pasta is dirt cheap in the restaurant world throw it on there. And finally the 50 dollar Surf n Turf. Filet mignon with crab stuffed lobster. The steak was medium like we asked but the outside was burnt. The carcinogen taste overpowered the steak flavor. And it came with mash potatoes that you couldn't see under the veggies. Needless to say,I was disappointed. I recommend restaurants to many people at my work. I used to rave about Tiki's..... Yeah.. Those days are done.
(2)
Clarence J.

This is a fun, lively bar...and restaurant, but it stands out to me most as a bar. The view over Waikiki Beach from its half-outdoors -- and all open-to-the-outdoors -- second-floor location is excellent, 'blocked' (such as it is) only by palm trees. The food is pretty good from a surprisingly small menu, but there are many unique and interesting things available (including surprisingly complex and amazing edamame!). As befitting the bar that I see this as, the drinks menu is hefty with the usual suspects, Tiki's twists on the usual suspects, and unique (at least to me) concoctions. The staff is warm and friendly. There's also live music and even hula dancers on some nights. (I believe Thursday nights include the hula dancers.)
(4)
jocelyn f.

Regarding the food, I'll prob just give 3.5 start; however, My 5star review is just to our waiter Elijah. During my visit in Hawaii last sept, after having an extremely long day, we came to Tiki after 9. All I want just to grab a quick eat. However, after we got seated, our waiter never showed up. after over 15mins, our waiter finally came, I was quite impolite and said "we know what we want, this, this and this". Apparently he realized I was quite unhappy about the service. He apologized first, and told me hostess forgot to inform the waiter and he would let the GM know. Knowing that it wasn't his fault, I kinda felt bad about my rudeness. Surprisingly, after we asked for the check, he brought a complimentary desert to make up for hostess's mistake. I'm such a frequent restaurant goer, and Elijah's service is simply impressive: very upfront about their own mistake and trying hard to make up for patron's experience as best as they could.
(5)
Mel G.

Nice little spot down the other end of Waikiki. Great views and friendly staff as well, and our waitress was great and helpful too. The prices aren't bad for Waikiki considering the amount of food you get, very generous. I got the guava baby back ribs and they were delicious and easy to get off the bone. Very flavorful and perfectly cooked, not dry at all! I cook ribs a lot myself and was very impressed. Messy hands were totally worth it! I was able to sub the fries for a house salad that came with a delicious lilikoi vinagrette I would bottle up and take home with me. Hubby got the Japanese curry short ribs and said it was very good as well. He had a Hawaiian ice tea to go with the meal and be aware, he said it had a good kick to it. He wished he had tried the Ginger Breeze though. Great evening out and would definitely go again!
(4)
DK H.

Great location & view of Waikiki Beach. The server was very attentive (I was dining alone) and the shrimp puttenesca was delicious. Nice spicy flavor with large, fresh shrimp. I would order it again. 1 cocktail, house salad & entree were $40. Not bad for Hawaii on the beach. Fun place!
(4)
Amy C.

Absolutely the BEST meal in Waikiki. We called to see if they were busy and they suggested making a reservation. We made reservations for 15 minutes later and we were seated on the deck just before sunset. It was beautiful and amazing. The server, Elijah, was top-notch, recommending things to try. We started with the Prime Rib Poke, the meat was cooked to perfection and the leafy greens along with the aioli (we added avocado) was superb. We also had a side house salad to share and the dressing was delicious, the greens were fresh and crisp. For dinner I had the beachboy seafood combo, only 3 scallops and 4 shrimp BUT.... The risotto and the sauce made it worth it. Granted I could have eaten 10 more of each, but it was so flavorful. The scallops were firm and seared to perfection and the shrimp were firm and a perfect shrimp taste. My husband had the Miso Butterfish and he subbed the brown rice for the truffle scented Yukon Gold mashed potatoes however, the brown rice would have been a good compliment to the sweet butter fish as well.... I wouldn't know though because he ate it all without sharing. For dessert, warm green tea butter cake. OMG! Now onto the price, the best priced meal since we have been here. We have eaten at higher rated places and this blows them away in price, food quality, quantity and service. 2 appetizers, two entrees and a dessert for $85.00!!!! DO NOT PASS THIS PLACE UP!
(5)
Barbara S.

My friends and I had an outstanding time at Tiki's Saturday night. We caught Tioni & Wade Acoustic Duo performance as the sun set and the pupus were served. Only in Hawaii can you run into a good thing, relax with good friends and make new ones. At one point the whole bar was singing along and people at different tables were talking to people at other tables. Tioni sings like an angel and Wade rocks the guitar pulling people together with favorite songs choices. I originally posted on their Facebook to let them know how much I enjoyed my night. A friend told me to Yelp so Tiki's knew it too. Tiki's, your food it great, but it's the music that coaxes me over to the other side of the island. Mahalo for having Tioni & Wade and promoting their music.
(5)
Amanda G.

Amazing seevice.. Matt is great but Arvydus is the entertainment... just kidding they are both great you'll have a great time with their company.. thanks again for a great experience guys! When we visit again hope to see yall here!! ! Cheers
(5)
shelby g.

We came here for my best friends (eh hemm) 21st birthday Crystal made the night so memorable for all of us. From the moment she greeted our table we knew we wine the waitress lottery! She was honest and amazing! Not to mention hilarious! She even had the band sing happy birthday! Love her and if you come here be sure to tell her Debbie and Shelby said HII! Her friends list is Open!
(5)
Terri H.

Decided to come on our first day in Honolulu to try the fish and chips cuz it was recommended by the local when we were checking in and apparently it was the best one in town what we were told. The bar had local singer which very entertaining. The server was very friendly and the drink was good. However the food was okay and its not really spectacular as I thought. The fries were stale and I think McDonald's fries is 3x much better than that. However the fish was good. Overall it was an okay experience.
(3)
Laura R.

If I could base my review solely on the service it would be 5 stars. My only complaint about the service is that I called to make a reservation and asked to be put on the lanai. They stated that it is a first come first serve basis but did not tell me that there was a reunion tonight and therefore we would have a very long wait so we had to miss out on the fireworks which made my 5 year old a bit sad. She got over it ;) Our server was Kim who was a great server. There was a 'busboy' named Khan who was so nice. He was probably the most polite person I have met in all of Hawaii. I must say that Kim did give us the incorrect souvenir glasses to take home which made me a bit bummed but that was also our fault for not checking that he gave us the right ones before we left. Food. Sigh. I was so disappointed in my food. The Parmesan Crusted chicken was dry and the sauce was absolutely disgusting. It tasted like Velveeta cheese with tomato soup. Did not enjoy it at all but since I was starving, I ate it anyway. Wouldn't suggest ordering this dish. My husband got the swordfish which he has never tried before and he was not a fan. He said it didn't have much flavor. Our friends got the ribs and the ribeye which both of them raved about. I did try my friends ribeye and it was delicious. Oh and they had the calamari for an appetizer which every really liked. I got the Gayou?! It was really good. Lastly we got the Kona cake for dessert and I really didn't think it had much flavor. Would not suggest ordering that either. Everyone enjoyed their alcoholic beverages also. I only drank water so I can't say much about it. I will return and give this place another shot. Clearly my husband and I got the wrong dishes which was a bummer for what we paid for it. You live and learn right? Hopefully next time I will like it better and will be able to boost the score. Oh and I REALLY liked the valet parking for free. That was a huge bonus. These 3 stars were earned solely on the service and the free valet!
(3)
Irene O.

Staying at the Aston for a few days, decided to try out Tiki's after a long and exhausting day of house hunting. Service was great! Our server was fast and friendly, attentive without being pushy. He did a great job at timing our appetizers and entrees so we weren't rushed but also weren't waiting forever for our meals. Food and drinks were delicious! Everything came out in a timely manner and was seasoned to perfection. The free gyoza appetizer that comes with checking in was perfect, so much flavor! The ahi poke was incredibly fresh. The complimentary taro rolls were soft and fluffy and starchy and oh so yummy! The food is a bit pricey, but honestly worth it.
(5)
Neg C.

Watered down drinks and dry insipid food. I had the skinny chichi and pork quesadilla, neither of which were good. My husband did not enjoy his meal either.
(1)
Robert S.

Very satisfied with the first time experience dining here just now. The service was incredibly fast, friendly, and efficient. Our server Daniel was fantastic. Great attention to detail, polite, and awesome attitude. He could probably run his own business later down the road if chooses to. Would definitely recommend this place if you're traveling in the Waikiki area.
(5)
Ofir N.

This is going to be a sad story. I didn't want it to be this way but Tiki's forced me. I was having a great vacation with my family and decided to finish off a long day of beaching at Tiki's. "3.7 stars" they said. "American favorites" they said. Little did I know that Tiki's has a long and sordid history of mutilating and disrespecting the American ideals that I have loved. I got the Funky Monkey. They label it as a chocolate and banana milkshake. The horrifying truth: it is a sad excuse for a milkshake. It felt like the cook put milk together with sugar and then added two drops of Hershey's chocolate syrup. I was astounded. I never thought I would dislike a milkshake. But this milkshake changed my life for the worse. Ok well that's just the milkshake. I wasn't feeling burgers, so I went for a good hearty salad. It was $14 so I didn't think I would go hungry. But again, Tiki's surpassed all expectations. The entire contents of my plate would have snugly fit in the fist of a 2 year old. I finished it in three bites. Needless to say I quickly spiraled into an endless depression and even contemplated taking my own life. However, I found purpose in telling my story to others. I was not lucky, but perhaps I can save others from such a horrible experience.
(1)
Stephen H.

I'm here on Business and all I can say is is Adam (the bartender) is one of the most courteous and attentive servers I had the pleasure of being around. Highly recommend him and the establishment.
(5)
Conor B.

Their pupus are delicious. Come a bit hungry so you can enjoy an appetizer. You won't regret it. The rest of the menu felt a bit thin for me, but they still have some great looking items. I wish they had their menu AND the bar menu in the restaurant as I kinda felt like a burger once we were finally seated. Oh, which reminds me. There can be waits here. We were shocked that at around 5:30 it was a 90 minute wait for a table for 2. We were lucky enough to find a table at the bar so we just sipped on a mai tai and waited it out. The wait staff was friendly and helpful and the food was fresh and very well portioned. In all, it was a great experience. Maybe next time we'll just make reservations ahead of time and try to sit out on the patio so we can enjoy what appeared to be a wonderful Hawaiian sunset.
(4)
Tobias C.

Went to Tiki's on June 8, 2015 -Monday Nite at 7pm. I made reservations via the website and a hostess called my cell and confirmed my 7pm table. We parked via valet at the Ashton Hotel which is accessed through the driveway immediately next the stairway that leads to the restaurant on the second floor. Walk past the outdoor bar section to the hostess podium. We got our table almost immediately. We were seated in the middle of the restaurant - the best seats are probably are on the outer front edge over looking Kalakaua Ave and Waikiki Beach. Our server - Daniel - did an excellent job the entire Nite. This guy is an asset to the restaurant. The food - not bad - pricey -but not terrific. The Prime Rib poke and the Gyoza -kinda over rated - The Entrees - the Turf was better than the Surf plates. Dessert - get the chocolate spring rolls, S'mores, and the Pineapple Cheese cake. My mainland friends loved the Mai'tai, and the Lava Flow Drinks. Apps, Dinner, Drinks, for 4 adults -$320.00 which includes the tip. Get your valet ticket stamped -parking is free for 3 hours.
(4)
Naoi R.

Pretty good food. It's a fun/touristy environment and a great place to go to Happy Hour. They have decent drink specials. The food is overpriced (like everywhere) but it is pretty tasty. Yelp currently has a check-in special for free gyoza. We also had the coconut shrimp, the surf and turf, the pineapple cheesecake, the chocolate dream cake, actually we had a bunch of stuff - we ate here twice. It was all delicious. They have live music every night, usually popular hits with an island twist. They have some collectible glasses you can get your drink in and take home.
(4)
Grant F.

Pleasantly surprised with the quality of food. Most bar and grille food taste the same. But every dish we ordered had awesome flavors. I had a prime rib steak that was well seasoned. The tuna tartar was generous in proportion, flavorful and presented nicely. We also had a seafood combo plate. Again great flavors. I will definitely recommend coming here. Oh and Waikiki beach is right across the street. So you get the nice view as well. And don't forget to check in and get your free gyoza appetizer, which again tasted awesome!
(4)
Eily S.

Amazing ocean view, great food and drinks! When we received our alcohol beverages the waitress apologized because of the "presentation" of the drinks. The manager came over to our table immediately and apologized. She bought our first round of drinks and kept checking in on us. I didn't see a problem in the first place but I give them 5 stars for the customer service. Our waitress was fantastic and the food was excellent! I would highly recommend this place and can't wait to come back!
(5)
Sheila A.

I was a little nervous eating here since touristy food spots aren't always that good and also my boyfriend is a picky eater. But WOW was this place good! My boyfriend got the cheesesteak which he happily devoured. Meanwhile I got the BBQ pulled pork sandwich which was delicious! That sweet bun and salty pork just comes together making something amazing. Unfortunately I couldn't finish it because I got full quickly but luckily my boyfriend devoured the rest of my food too haha. By the way I highly recommend their galbe beef gyoza! The sauce that comes with it is just too good.
(5)
Keila N.

Tiki's is on the 3rd level of Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. Tartar stacker was $16. Prime rib poki was $12. We ordered the prime rib poki rare, but it came out well done. It was very salty, Tartar stacker tasted heavy with additives. Our server was very cordial. But the service was a bit lackluster. It has good live music. The view overlooks the beach.
(3)
Tracy C.

I love this place. We usually sit in the bar area where the menu is less expensive, and there is always great entertainment. At night, this place is always busy but there is a short wait. The lettuce wraps are tasty and filling, and the pork quesadilla is delicious. I will be back.
(4)
Jeffrey H.

Very deliciousï¼Œ we ordered swordfish and duck duvet, both are very good, especially duck, amazed and satisfied.
(5)
Eric H.

Mediocre at best. Overcooked fish, ribeye poke and gyoza. At least the gyoza was free. Nice view of the ocean.. From inside.
(3)
Bruno S.

Stop by Tikis, enjoy their wind down Wednesdays with half off their drink menus and listen to some live music, enjoying a drink watching the scenery w amazing views of Waikiki Beach! Just an update to the review below...we've been back here a few more times. Up front their service has always been good but lately it's been great. It's very convenient for us. I've observed many large groups and a lot of folks having a great time at Tikis. If my wife and I were here on vacation w/o the kids this place would definitely be a perfect place to enjoy some live music, drinks, and enjoying the beautiful view especially at sunset. I will stick to the Lunch/lanai menu and desserts with the family. Their pan seared ahi is tasty especially when substituting the fries for a salad or fruit. My stay at Waikiki beach will be close to 32 days so after trying a lot of the food nearby, this is a great option for us and my wife really loves the ambience. This place is more family friendly than LuLu's. Our original room faced Tikis and we always loved sitting out on the lanai enjoying the music. We switched rooms to a suite on a higher floor even tho our view is amazing we miss the liveliness of the other one! Original: We are staying at the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel and this restaurant is on the terrace/main floor of the hotel pool area. There is always great live music being played here and they offer beach view seating for both their lanai and dinner menus. We are a family of five with young kids and have eaten here for both lunch and dinner. I'll be honest it isn't my favorite spot to eat here in Waikiki and IMO they're overpriced (same prices as Dukes and they are nowhere close to Dukes in menu variety, quality, and overall service). We did have a great time there for dinner tho and our meal was very satisfying. Biggest complaint with here is that both times we ate here the sun was all over us and mostly everyone else. They did have umbrellas up bit maybe it's just the timing?? $30 for five shrimp with small serving sizes just don't cut it for me. If you decide to come here I recommend drinks, lanai menu (half the cost) because it is more fitting for this restaurant and you can still enjoy the live music and beach. Glad we tried it but won't be coming back...
(4)
Liseann G.

Amazing. We had a beautiful view and after the sunset went down we got to watch the Friday night fireworks peaking out over the buildings. The food was to die for! The calamari steak will change your life! The swordfish was perfect and the dessert we had was perfect. This is the BEST food I've had since living on Oahu. It's not terribly overpriced and it's worth every penny. The service we had was perfect. We had an awesome waiter. Definitely a surfer dude and he was absolutely awesome. I followed his menu recommendations and I was so glad I did. Will definitely be returning!!!
(5)
S H.

Food was good, as were the drinks. Definitely go during happy hour, they have amazing specials. I had the blue Hawaiian. There was 5 of us and we each ordered something different. The rib poke and the calamari were by far the best!
(4)
Amanda D.

Tikis! I loved this place. We went here twice, once during the day after we hiked Diamondhead, and once for a last minute dinner after a long day. Our lunch after the hike was perfect. The poke here is incredible (I pretty much liked the poke everywhere I went in Hawaii), but the tuna was so well seasoned, and we added avocado making it even better! They had an okay beer selection on draft, Kona is one of my favorites and they had that on draft at most places we visited on the island. The servers were all incredibly friendly, and we got our food in a timely matter. I loved how this place was on the roof! It was nice having a beer on the roof looking at the beach after a hike, not much could have beaten that on the day. Our dinner there was good too, we got the poke again and the lettuce wraps. The lettuce wraps were AWESOME, really well seasoned beef that came out on a sizzling skillet, we really enjoyed our meal. We ate at the bar, despite there being such a long wait and being very crowded, it was very easy to get 2 seats at the bar and then there was live entertainment! Wonderful Hawaiian inspired music and a Hula dancer made for a great atmosphere. Needless to say you should plan ahead before coming here and make a reservation early so you can get a table if you have more than 2 people! A little bit pricey for what you get, but hey, you're in a tourist trap so what else would you expect! We had a great time at Tikis and would definitely go back again.
(4)
Maggie M.

Snagged a table facing the water and ordered the sizzling steak lettuce wraps. Came with kimchee n shish, I was confused but I ate it anyways like a willing participant Great outdoor seating. Currently there is live music and dancers which is nice to enjoy :) MUST TRY Kalbi sizzling lettuce wraps Fried shrimp with rice
(5)
Mary D.

Checked this place out because it was right around the corner from the zoo. After two hot hours of walking, their Mega Mango Mojita was mega-refreshing! Not too sweet and a nice mango taste. The staff was super friendly, from the hostess, to our server, and also the manager on duty. We ordered the Kalbi Beef Gyozi-- loved the tender meat and spicy mayo drizzled on top. Then we shared the Tiki's Mixed Plate which had panko-crusted island fish, beef kalbi, and chicken katsu with kim chee, macaroni salad, and key lime tartar. Everything was delicious, juicy, and flavorful. We made it to happy hour and I was surprised they had gin and tonics on $3 special! Never seen that and it made my day! Highly recommend this place. Great music and view of the beach, too.
(4)
Mariya L.

This is a chain... Great service but chain food. Not sure how this place got such good reviews for its food. I'm increasing the stars to 3 because the service really is excellent. I only wish that I could have enjoyed the food more. If I'm ever back in town I will definitely give them another chance!
(3)
Travis W.

Chef Ronnie and his staff did a great job with Tiki's menu. Tiki is a great place to have cocktails and pupu's overlooking a beautiful sunset in Waikiki.
(5)
Anh B.

I think this place is ok. One of my favorite thing about coming here is the beach front view. Sitting outside is amazing, just breath taken!! Some of the dishes we order was either salty or no salt at all. I wouldn't rate this place 4 stars! Don't order the piÃ±a colada, it's way too sweet and it doesn't taste that great.
(3)
Katie B.

I spent most of my after dusk drinking seshes at Tiki's and I've got to say that the staff is as personable as can be, always checking up on you and making sure you're as happy as a clam. While the view is pretty killer, I fell in love with this live music! Pretty different styles all three nights, though keeping with the island feel, but equally as enjoyable. Can we just talk about a little ditty, "Get It On Tonite" by Montell Jordan...tiki mashup style? Another band sang California Girls by Katy Perry to me after I tipped (he asked me where I was from and immediately jumped into song). Thoroughly entertaining! The drink menu is huge and everything pretty much tastes like a Mai Tai to me once coconut or pineapple are involved, but delicious, nonetheless, and the Longboarder draft was $5 during HH, so no complaints there. Oh, and try the effing Prime Rib Poke! Juicy, juicy, and juicy. Dare I say it...juicy-liscious!
(5)
Lauren P.

I found Tiki's via Yelp and decided to try it out. It's just a short walk from the Marriott. The restaurant has a great view of the beach and takes reservations. I checked in at yelp to get the free appetizer. It was good, but not something I would normally order. The Mac nut Hawaiian fish was delicious! The portions are good size, so you can definitely share. I would definitely go here again.
(4)
Cecilia V.

This restaurant was conveniently located at the hotel I was staying at so late one night, we decided to dine here for dinner. It was really crowded, but we were able to snag a table outside, near the live band that was playing. The ambiance was top notch. Beautiful scenery and weather with great music, what is there not to like? I ordered the butterfish. It came with some sort of grain and vegetable, I don't really remember other than I ate everything because it was delicious. The fish was like...butter. Ha! It literally melts in your mouth and is fantastic! Great flavor and no, it doesn't taste like butter, but it is quite tasty. Better than butter. My only complaint was that I wanted a bigger piece, it was gone too fast, it was perfect. If you are in the area, definitely stop by for the butterfish. I cannot attest for the other dishes, but if what I had was any indication, you won't be disappointed. Also, the food here was much tastier than similar restaurants in the immediate area, so definitely give it a chance. A bonus is that it is literally across the street from the beach, so if you time it right you can watch the beautiful Hawaiian sunset.
(4)
Brian B.

We were here 3 times in 10 days. The staff is incredible. Super friendly, gave recommendations of things to see and do and just very personable. Daniele C. Is tops Live music every night and it's good.
(5)
Mike G.

We were recommwnded by many to come eat at the Tiki, now I will recommend it to everyobe! Live music is great, the mahi mahi is also amazing, the atmosphere and the service was exceptional. Came to Hawaii on our honeymoon and came to eat here 3 out of the 4 days we were in Honolulu. Please try the mahi-mahi, the burger, and the tiki sampler! So fresh, and so good. A++ in my book!
(5)
Miako Z.

Food was okay, the drink is good. The server forgot to give our debit card back after the pay for the bill, made us walk a long way to get out card.
(3)
Bobby A.

Two words that gives Tiki a 5 star review....PORK SHANK! its sold as "wings", and are basically two pork shanks with a lilikoi BBQ sauce....Holy shinto this was awesome. Great service by not only the server but the food runner and bus boy were very helpful and courteous. I took some friends that flew in from Seattle to eat here. Ordered about 6 different items...coconut shrimp, poke, lettuce wraps, pork shank, kalua pig quesadilla. Everything was great. Manager came by to comp the Kalbi gyoza when you check in on yelp. Thank you yelp once again for the hook up. Also my classmate Albert with CANOES TO RENT plays live music Tuesday and Wednesday.
(5)
Dominic M.

Visited Tiki's for New Year's Eve party w/my wife and despite my lingering hangover it was a blast! Great view of beach fireworks and Waikiki nightlife. There was ~300 people when I went but not sure if that's typical or because everyone & their mama was out that night. DJ was spinning, drinks were pouring, and there was plenty hot & young singles looking to mingle so make sure you dress to impress (but aloha shirts w/flip-flops are cool too). Seems like the perfect spot for casual patio bar fun after a day at the beach.
(4)
Laura K.

Reallyyyyy enjoyed this place! Nice little rooftop restaurant overlooking the ocean with cute little bar area. Casual fun atmosphere where you can bring your family. Our server Elora was so sweet and gave great food and drink suggestions. Absolutely loved my Pulled Pork Sandwich on a taro bun. The coleslaw on top really made the sandwich! My husband got the Tiki Ahi Poke Bowl and we loved his too! We also got a free Kalbi Beef Gyoza appetizer for checking in on Yelp and it was oh so delicious. Loved the sauce! Definitely would come back and recommend this place to others.
(5)
Rhys A.

This place gets a lot of attention, why I'm not really sure because it isn't anything special and the food certainly is not the best nor is the service. Seems there's a lot of attitude with the wait help. Which is fine, because my wallet doesn't tip poor service or bad attitudes.
(2)
Anton B.

Solid food and drinks, completely satisfied!!! Suggestion: Menu presentation needs work. Quesadilla good, edamame good, Gyoza good, Mai Tai good!
(4)
MaryAnn G.

Can't beat the location. Casual setting, great drinks, they offer live music, good eats all as you sit and enjoy the view of Waikiki Beach. Service isn't perfect, can be slow at times, so order your next drink before you finish your first. Mahalo!
(4)
Clara J.

We love Tiki's. Fun atmosphere, very nice servers who always smile and engage my two year old in some sort of conversation. The food is fantastic, really, all of it. Our personal favorite is the salmon! Go try it!!!
(5)
L. A.

The food was okay but the service was extremely disappointing. Ulhuane took 12 mins to refill our water cups (after we asked twice), we didn't end up ordering anything after our 2 appetizers because of the poor service. We then were charged for a "free appetizer" with a Yelp check in.
(2)
Becks D.

Nice atmosphere and live music. Overpriced for the little amount of food you get. Decent food.
(3)
Jeana P.

Came in last night (Wednesday 10/23/2013) and had dinner. Paid with a credit card and accidentally left it at the bar. Thank heavens Rick the bartender seen it and turned it in. Here again tonight (Thursday 10/24/2013) to eat and drink. Awesome service Rick. Update: Again awesome service by Rick the bartender. Favorite appetizers are the prime rib poke and the guava glazed ribs. Great entertainment by Ellsworth Simeona and Peter Lakatani.
(5)
Tigran T.

Great food and great customer service! It has a nice ocean view patio. Make sure to check in while you're there and you get free food
(5)
Ann G.

I've never been rushed through a meal like I was last night at Tiki's. Our appetizers came out in under five minutes, our mains came out before our appetizer plates were cleared and the waiter Evan was making huge wine pours so our bottle didn't last as long as it should have. To top it off, Evan came up to our table while we were eating our dinner - I'm talking mid bite of my pasta - and waved the dessert menu in front of us asking if we'd like to order. I glared at him and said we'd consider ordering dessert AFTER we finished eating our dinner. This place is an expensive dump with a good view - be warned.
(1)
Royce D.

I would give this place one star if not for the incredibly awesome wait staff. Kirsten, our waitress was handling a group of 20+ and was amazing. The food however, was terrible. I got the butterfish, My girlfriend got the caprese salad and the lettuce looked like it had sat in something all day. Upon the clearing of the plates, a bus boy noticed that she barely touched the salad and asked if there was something wrong with it. She said yes and that's when Kirsten came back and said the thing looked terrible and then promptly offered to bring her something else out. The Bus boy noticing that it wasn't touched and Kirsten coming back were the two best parts of the night. Go for drinks, not for food.
(2)
Holly B.

Reservations are highly recommended for dinner. Only valet parking with validation from the restaurant. We dined at Tiki's because of a special pre fixe menu offering for Xmas Eve: local beet salad with goat cheese OR leek/parsnip soup, scallops, turducken with potatoes and green beans, and a marshmallow coconut covered ice cream snowman. Of all the offerings for Xmas Eve, this was the most affordable at $49/person. I've never tried turducken (turkey, duck, and chicken) so I thought this might be a good opportunity to do so. . .The beet salad was delicious, the scallops were a little undercooked to my taste, the turducken was a little dry and we couldn't differentiate the different tastes of the meats; they all tasted the same. The marshmallow coconut snowman was cute and tasted good. The waithelp, Kelsie, was very friendly and attentive, even though the restaurant was packed. Even the manager came around to see how we were doing. The view from the terrace was wonderful, an unobstructed view of Waikiki Beach and skyline. And though we missed the sunset, watching the stars come out was peaceful and enjoyable! An overall good experience!
(3)
Michelle Y.

Awesome place to hang out and watch the sunset. They had live music at night. Food was great as well. Must visit if you are visiting the island.
(5)
Russel M.

Pupu's and Drinks with a Great view is hard to beat. Did I mention Validated Parking? The Chef is from Roy's and the menu is very tasty.
(5)
Brittany N.

The Prime Rib Poke was out of this word! I loved it! The Crab Cheese Dip was yummy too. It is for sure a touristy place, but still good service and decent food & drinks too.
(5)
Sherrie L.

My friend and I had dinner here! Two of my friends didn't make it on time, so we asked them if we can postpone our dinner one hour later! They were gladly did it for us! The waiter is friendly! He recommend the Hawaiian seafood dish which is really delicious! The other main entrees are really good too.Nice experience! Highly recommended!
(4)
Liana L.

BEEF POKE! YUM! The beef poke is enough to make me come back to Tiki's. This is going to be dumb to say, but I'll say it anyways... It tastes just like tuna poke but with beef, and it is so yummy. The beef was tender and cooled just right. Because we checked in on Yelp and ordered an entree, we got free beef gyoza (potstickers). I'm picky about potstickers, because I like the middle to be soft and the edges crunchy. These were exactly how I like them. My entree was the grass-fed beef burger with a taro bun. The meat was great, and the bun was solider soft and a little sweet (taro). Thank you to our server, Evan. He kept out iced teas topped off and was sure to check on us regularly. In a place a busy as Waikiki can be, I appreciated the great service and food. I'll definitely be back and would highly recommend.
(5)
Larry B.

Great view of the beach and perfect for a sunset cocktail. The food is good and the live music provides a great atmosphere. The 1944 Mia Tia was my favorite drink and the Margarita was my wife's favorite drink. Drinks are $10-$18 for a cocktail which is comparable for the area. We went twice during our vacation and would have gone every night if our hotel was closer.
(5)
Martel C.

Came here 1/16-1/19 on a trip. Loved the view. The food was good. Got the chicken katsu plate and beef. Wings were okay. Longboard beer. The wait time for the food and drinks kinda slow and not that many people. $3 beers. I'll be back.
(4)
Herber M.

You got to go to TIKIS bar and grill they have the best cocktails, but if u go and get to talk to alejadro man he would give you the best service in town, good guy also wherever you need to know about the history of MIA TAI he's the man very satisfied.
(5)
Ashley C.

My very first review ever on Yelp and I can not think of any better place to start! For those trying to decide on whether or not they should check this place out...YES. You should. First thing's first; Yes, this place is as tourist-y as it can possibly get in Waikiki. That being said - even as a person who lives here year-round - this place surpassed my standards. We made reservations an hr before on a whim. We parked at the hotel next to it and got valet 3 hours free with validation from the restaurant. We got there a little earlier than expected and there was a pool, (for those living at the hotel), so we just sat at one of the chairs and tables next to the pool and enjoyed the atmosphere. The hostesses are super friendly and found our reservation no problem. We got a free appetizer because we checked in on Yelp so that was a big plus. We both coincidentally got the chicken linguine which was satisfying enough for me and after hearing all the reviews on how amazing the lava flow cocktail drink was...I had to try it for myself and I was equally happy with it. I would definitely be willing to come back!
(5)
Bing S.

The food was great and the service was excellent. They made our night extra special. Our server, Nikki, gave such good recommendations for the food! The kalbi gyoza was AMAZING!!!! Will be be back for sure when we visit Hawaii!
(5)
Vicky T.

Tikis never disappoints! Whether you select the bar menu or the dinner menu, it's always great!
(4)
Amelia V.

Love this place Adam our bartender was great!! Food was amazing & drinks were on point :)
(5)
Jamie S.

My girlfriends and I came in for dinner and sat at the bar. We were greeted immediately by Kevin and then Captain, both super friendly and fun. My girlfriends wanted some sort of beer and Captain made a suggestion of mixing two together. They loved it! We ordered the soup, watermelon salad, calamari steak and the prime rib poke. Everything was so good! I mean, who would think of a watermelon onion arugula balsamic vinegar salad? But it works! Soup was a corn tomato bisque thing, also really good. But seriously, the prime rib poke and calamari steak. Nom Nom Nom so delicious! Kevin was very attentive and cleared our plates and asked if we wanted a box. After we put the calamari in the box he came back to clear the plate. My friend was joking and said we aren't done yet, we have to lick the plate. He went with it and joked back. Great guy with a good sense of humor to keep up with my friend lol but really, the food is so good you want to lick the plate. The atmosphere is great, amazing live music and a good view of the sunset as well! Can't get any better than this! Hope you sit down with Kevin and Captain!
(5)
Shannon L.

Hubby and I have been here three times so far. First time we came was awesome. My drink (Tropical Itch) didn't taste like there was much alcohol in it but the beef gyozo were delish and hubby loved his Mai Tai. We sat outside by the bar and the view was phenomenal and we felt like the live band was playing songs just for us as we were the only ones singing along... I mean The Fugees, Notorious BIG, and Black Street!? How can you be mad at that? It all started going downhill from there when we went back the second time for lunch. We were so hungry that we couldn't decide what to eat so we asked our waiter for advice on the biggest and best portions on the bar menu. He suggested the mixed plate, which although it gave you a variety of food, I could have easily eaten that by myself and then some and I'm a small woman! My husband got a pizza for himself on the way back to the hotel cause he was still hungry. I got the fish tacos. As far as portion size goes, they were big but the fish (I think it was mahi?) seriously tasted like it was tuna out of the can. It was not at all what I expected and it only had flavor once I added some salsa and some other sauce they had. I could have easily made better fish tacos at home for half the price. The fries were tasty so I give them that. Hubby and I both felt disappointed and underwhelmed by our lunch. We gave them one last try, this time just for alcohol. My margarita was pretty good. Hubby ordered a Coronarita and were surprised to find his drink cost $15 when the bartender handed us the bill with the drink! Why so pricey you may ask? Because it automatically includes a Tiki glass! It would have been nice to tell us before we ordered it or at least state that on the bar menu with the price of the drink!! I'm glad we asked why his drink was so expensive before I ordered one too, as I would not have been happy if we spent $30 on two drinks! Meh, we gave them three tries but there's so many other options. Sorry Tiki's.
(3)
B B.

Great view, awesome food and wonderful staff. They accommodated my large family and provided us with a personal buffet. Had all the food prepared and it was amazing. Highly recommend the pineapple upside down cake!!!
(5)
Michelle G.

Tiki provides awesome service! Manager, Michelle and Daniel, server, totally took care of my hubby and I. Really cute atmosphere and delish drinks.
(5)
Abigail L.

Honestly, I was kinda disappointed with our experience here. It took our server probably 15 minutes to even acknowledge we were even seated--then once he got our order and brought the bread...he just disappeared again. He resurfaced when the food came, then we didn't see him for a while. It took a long time to get our drinks too....towards the end of ur dining experience, our mood kinda shifted from happy to annoyed. I was sad because it was a birthday dinner for my boyfriend who was turning 30...so we def wanted a good time, which we did not have. The food was good but the poor service is all that sticks out when remembering my night here.
(2)
Amy N.

The view at this restaurant is nice. If you're lucky to sit out on the balcony, you can hear live music in the afternoon plus sunset view of Waikiki Beach. We ordered several appetizers and a main course along with their house Mai-Tai and special Hef beer. Other than the view, the food was mediocre. With so many options to eat in this area, I would rather go elsewhere then walk over to the beach to watch sunset afterward.
(3)
Shelly U.

Food: Seared ahi tataki: very well done but wayyyy over priced for 6 little bites that were smaller than most sashimi pieces Beachboy risotto: delicous! Scallops and shrimp were seared perfectlt, but probably not worth $30 for the portions Mama's thai chicken &papaya salad: almost no papaya and it was way too sweet for a dish like this Drinks: we got the Leileihua mule, mega mango mojito, and mai tai. All were pretty large and sweet, a little light on the liquor, and priced like clubs' drinks. Atmosphere was good and service was amicable enough. I'd probably come back for drinks during happy hour but never for food. Way too overpriced.
(3)
Tara B.

Tiki's is one of my favorite Waikiki spots to go for a nice dinner and take visitors :) Tonight I took my cousin, visiting from Colorado, and we requested a table on the railing overlooking the water. The staff was happy to oblige and set us up to get a text when the table was ready so we wandered over to the bar. Rick was our bartender, who looks like a local George Clooney, and was incredibly nice and attentive. He makes GREAT lava flows! Our table took about 45 minutes but only because of where we wanted to sit (other tables were ready when we got there at 6:30 on a Tuesday). Our waitress (Kaitlyn) was really nice, very knowledgeable and took great care of us! My cousin and I split the Kalbi Beef Gyoza and Volcano Caesar Salad, then I had the Parmesan Crusted Chicken over Broccoli & Linguine and we split Molten S'mores for dessert. All of our food was SO good! My favorite was definitely the Gyoza but all of it was delicious and I'd order it again :)h
(5)
Nikki H.

This was a fun pick for a Meals On Heels night out. There was a party of 10 and reservations were for 7PM. I arrived first and even though our table was ready, the wouldn't seat me until half the party was there. So, I was sorta forced to either stand around awkwardly OR go buy a drink from the bar. This is not a terrible thing because the view of Waikiki beach from the huge lanai is gorgeous. Downside, the pool to the hotel directly behind the bar area that has tons of kids swimming and splashing around. Maybe if I had 2+ tiki drinks I wouldn't have noticed the swimmers. When everyone was finally there we were seated and our server came out started telling us about the specials. He was funny, knowledgeable and just an all around great waiter. When dealing with 10 ladies who are more preoccupied with chatting and drinking than anything else, you have to be a badass. He was. The food was REALLY good. Honestly, I was surprised how good it was coming from somewhere I'd consider "touristy". I ordered the calamari as an appetizer to share and then the spicy curry short ribs with wasabi potato puree. It was amazing. Everyone asked why I only ate half my plate, well it was so good I wanted to take it home and share it with my husband. TIP: If you are driving just valet at the hotel. Don't try to look for a spot like I did and end up across the street at the Marriot. That parking garage will lead you to contemplate physical harm on whomever designed it.
(4)
Felicity B.

I really enjoyed my experience at Tikis. I loved the live music and our view of the ocean from our table. When I couldn't decide between two dishes, our server was there to make a recommendation, and he wasn't wrong! I went with the seared ahi tuna and veggie roll, and I'd get it again! So good, I recommend ordering it rare. Pair that with a 1944 Mai Tai and you're good to go!
(4)
Otoki S.

Friendly, helpful, quick service, very good food, nice view. Ask to be seated outside if you want a nice ocean view. We did the dining room for the bigger menu. Highly recommend the calamari katsu, watermelon feta salad, and coffee float with coconut purple sweet potato ice cream. The calamari is very tender and presented like tonkatsu: as a sliced "steak" of calamari on a bed of lemongrass butter sauce with herbs and capers. The salad is a center cut of watermelon with micro greens, pesto, feta, and shaved onions. Very light and refreshing. The float is sweet, but not cloying. Apparently it's their most-returned dessert for the ice cream "not being sweet enough" but we thought it was fantastic.
(5)
Irene K.

The + - Waitress in the bar was super sweet - Live music in the outdoor bar was AWESOME (and took requests! :)) - Outdoor seating is really comfortable, with a good view and weather - "Free" cup that comes with the drinks is a nice souvenir - Dessert was good! Since it was my birthday dinner, they also surprised me with some sort of chant/sound/etc - I'm not really sure since I was kind of in shock but nicely done - Walking distance from our hotel/beach/bar we went to afterwards The - - Waitress in the restaurant came off rude and condescending - Drinks were really weak (and I'm a pretty big lightweight) - Food was only okay, especially for that price point - The only place I went to in Hawaii that really felt like a tourist trap
(3)
Joy L.

We have passed by the Tiki Grill many times but today was our first time to eat there. The beef gyoza was very good and free with our Yelp coupon. My hubby had the Ono and he said it was great. I had the fish and chips which was not my favorite. It was too greasy and I did not care for the Panko crust or the type of fish even though it was very fresh. The host and wait staff were friendly. We will probably eat there again but Tiki Grill will not be on our favorites list. The street noise is really loud, especially if the motor cycle crowd is on the move. Additionally, if you go on a windy day...eat inside:)
(3)
Kaiolani M.

This place the food the atmosphere the service is the best in Waikiki. We live here in Kahala it's our favorite restaurant and management is awesome.
(5)
Honey B.

We love this place! Great location right by the beach, live music at night, awesome drink specials every night (Winesday Wednesdays are my fave!), and friendly and attentive staff. This comes a few years too late but CJ was great help when we were in Hawaii two years ago! We still think about his good service and he chatted with us about his experience traveling to Machu Picchu, which we hope to do one day. In terms of their food, the poke was pretty good and while everything is quite delicious, it's the live music at night that I always come back for. They always have the best singers serenading the diners, that it just always ends up being the best night every time we're in Hawaii! It is a must every time we go back, and one of our favourite restaurants!
(5)
DÃ©sirÃ©e B.

Exceded my expectations! Great food (Macnut crusted swordfish -yum!), as well as athmosphere. One of the best services I've ever experienced (our server was Kim). Even though a bit obstructed by palm trees, you can see the fireworks on Friday nights. We will come back here again.
(5)
D J.

I don't know if we just ordered the wrong things but we ordered things that were recommended by the waitress. We had the tiki mixed plate, the fish tacos and also the free gyoza's for checking in on yelp. The mixed plate was extremely dry and pretty bland. The fish tacos were also dry and not flavorful. A disappointing first restaurant meal to our trip. Had a Mai Tai, it was alright for my first. Never had one before so thought I'd try, wouldn't order again. Also had the Hawaiian Iced Tea. Not like Ice Teas in America that are super strong but a decent drink. The waitress did a good job and was really nice and attentive. The views are amazing and I'd only really come back here because of the view.
(2)
Domain H.

Great spot. . Took the family and brought some friends here for a night cap. . The food was fancy and the drinks were delicious. The prices are a bit expensive so i wouldnt make this a weekly adventure but i will definitely be coming back.
(4)
Doa M.

We ordered the salad with watermelon and feta cheese, which was amazing! We also ordered the garlic truffle edamame and I NEED to learn to make that at home! The guava BBQ ribs were cooked perfectly. I pulled the bone right out from the super tender meat. Yum!!
(5)
Brian P.

Food is overpriced for quality. Plus i left a pair of sunglasses there and 10 minutes after leaving call back and they are gone. Talked to waiter he remembered seeing them. Called back for 2 days still no trace of them. Good to know the staff will steal a pair of $180 glasses. Plus the food kinda sucks for what you pay for. Ahi was gross
(3)
Kate F.

Great first time! They were out of the free appetizer but offered 2 other options which was delicious. Our waitress advised us of some great dishes and I was glad I listened! I had the Miso Butterfish and it was phenomenal! At first I asked about the Macnut Crusted fish and she said it was pretty plain. The butterfish was so flavorful and seared to perfection. The purple rolls were fun and the banana butter added a wonderful island flavor. I switched the rice for the orzo with spinach but it was runny and just okay. Only con was mainly our seating. Seated at a two seat table propping open a door and my chair was right on the floor door slider which made getting in and out difficult and overall uncomfortable. Otherwise, thank you for the Aloha Spirit!
(4)
Amber M.

They were amazing for my birthday. The drinks, the food, the atmosphere, its all 5 stars!
(5)
Nadja M.

Here you get nice, knowlagable and quick service. The food is very tasty. My friend had the pork quesadilla and I the tuna. We shared coconut shrimp and all was delicious. Next to the food, the cocktails are good and the view is beautiful. We surely would come back.
(4)
Nicole W.

Omg, my wonderful date and I had an excellent time!! The loaded potato soup and kalbi gyoza were simply amazing...Not to mention, the green tea butter cake and pork roast were well balanced. I would highly suggest it to anyone looking for a nice atmosphere with excellent food and great customer service.
(5)
melvyn l.

Great place to watch the sunset next to the Dukes statue. Pay the extra 4 bucks and get the souvenir mug you'll never use ever again. Totally worth it.
(5)
Donald D.

After eating at tikis you will look like a tiki. I pretty much mainlined the poke and slammed some ahi. My fish high was incredible, some would say euphoric. As I sit at my table I started to nod off from the pure ecstasy of the experience. I was nearly unconscious when the waiter brought be my check. It felt the same as when you beat Pokemon blue!
(5)
Chris K.

It looks like a tourist trap from the outside, but the food was legit. We went for lunch and the Wife had Thai chicken and papaya salad and I had Bahn Mi and they were both fantastic. I got a side salad and they were fresh greens, not crappy iceberg. Drinks were reasonable and the Mai Tai was great. Parking is hard to find but I think you can park at the hotel and they validate for up to 3 hours. Great views.
(5)
Danielle G.

We have lived here 30 yrs and have come here many times.. Use to He good back in 2007 ... Now not so Impressed!! Drinks are weak... Food comes out cold... And table settings Don't feel CLEAN!!! I ordered a Happy Hour Marguarita.., tasted like lemonade.. So Ordered a Martini... Took forever and Waiter asks..., "oh.. Do you still want the Martini"??? Like I said... Food is not great And it is OVERPRICED!! We go to OCEAN HOUSE at Outrigger Reef now! On the water.., great food and less expensive!
(1)
Michael M.

Hunter, Captain and Rick are amazing. Completely packed bar and they still showed the Aloha spirit. Mahalo and worth coming back for!
(5)
Nikki A.

Cool tiki theme right on the water in Waikiki. My husband and I shared the Prime Rib Poke, Calamari Katsu and a house salad. The calamari was Bleh... House salad was boring and the house dressing wasn't that impressive. Best thing was the Prime Rib Poke but I make that every month at home (filipino Bistek). Drinks were good.. My husband liked The new old fashioned and I tried the HibisKISS. It was sweet, but had a nice bite to it. We came pretty late 8:30 on a Saturday and didn't need our reservations. Place was pretty empty except the outside area near the live music. Live music is always a plus.
(3)
Carmen D.

On our last night, we got a last minute reservation. Best table by the railing, overlooking the beach. My husband had an unfortunate experience with a rude bartender while checking out the beers in tap. He headed back to our table and a few minutes later was approached by the manager who apologized for the rude treatment. Manager bought my husband a beer and our sweet waitress apologized to us too! We were so surprised at how much pride they all had in their customer service. Wonderful food, atmosphere & customer service!! We both tried the chef fish specials but heard some others raving about the prime rib too!
(5)
Mario G.

My family and I eat at this restaurant quit often during our 10 day stay. It's connected to the hotel we are staying at so it kind of works out. They have a very friendly staff here and the food is amazing. We've tried the fish tacos, quesadillas, fish and chips and they were all delicious. They have a great selection of alcoholic mixed fruit drinks that are pretty cheap in price but also delicious.
(5)
Tammy M.

After searching for the past 3 years, I found the best Mai Tai on Waikiki. The 1944 Mai Tai at the Tiki Grill & Bar is by far the best Mai Tai on the island. They have a special cream top that makes this special. First place I go on the island, the fish is super fresh and music is great. Mahalo
(5)
Cat P.

Our dinner here did the trick, but we weren't totally blown away by our dishes, the service, or atmosphere at Tiki's. I could tell that our waitress was good and she really did listen to me when I explained my food allergies. Unfortunately it was slammed and there didn't seem to be enough staff around to help her out. Other reviewers mention a pushy photographer. We did encounter him and while we were confused about being solicited (does he work for the actual restaurant?), we did not find him to be overly persistent. I opted for beer instead of a cocktail and had a long wait, even though we were 2 tables away from the bar itself. I think this would probably be a better lunch stop, but I'm not sure we would make it a point to stop back if we were in Honolulu again.
(3)
Carin M.

Absolutely loved this place! Excellent food and variety, Great Fun atmosphere, Great Live bands, great Location overlooking the Beach, Fun waiters/waitresses and a happy bar or more formal inside dining area! What more would you want on vacation for a meal? You should have seen this one random guy dance to the Hawaii style hip hop band that was playing. Made us smile ear to ear. I can see it might get noisy outside and possibly busy, but for a casual quality night on the town this is it!
(5)
Sabrina J.

Loved this place the food was great and they had a really fun drink menu! We actually went back after our first visit we liked it so much. I only give it a 4 instead of a 5 because their tables were sticky and you have to walk all the way through the hotel to use the bathroom.
(4)
Arvin B.

Awesome place to eat and great view of the beach! Stephanie was an awesome waitress. Food was delicious and it's a must visit.
(5)
Jessica M.

The food was great & we had such an awesome server! She was so friendly, gave great suggestions and we chatted like we were old friends. My favorite was their nachos- seriously, that pineapple salsa was out of this world!!!
(5)
Christina H.

The food is amazing. Hands down my favorite place to eat. They have amazing guava glazed baby back ribs! The service is great! You definitely have to eat here once in your life
(5)
Paul T.

Terrible food. Terrible service. Those are the two sentences that describe this restaurant. The only good thing was the view for the overpriced food. We got the ahi tuna melt and it had a strange bbq taste and not enough tuna in it. The fish tacos were more like lettuce tacos. One dinky bite of fish per taco. For the service, we ordered and didn't get our food until 45 minutes later! (Appetizer included). Our server never came back by to check on how we were; we could never order another watered-down drink. We had to ask for more water. We spoke to the manager and he did take off $30 but it was a $100+ bill. It was a nice gesture but we rather would have gone somewhere else for our last meal in Honolulu.
(1)
Mauricio A.

Dinner time place, outdoor restaurant. It was super hot so we just got our orders in quick. Received some taro buns, which were great. Wife went with the mozarella salad as her main dish, which she claims was great, i had the prime rib, which came out pretty quick. Good experience overall.
(3)
Ananias T.

Aloha fans! This is and has always been my Go-To spot for Entertaining visitors or a night out in Waikiki. The menu is phenominal and I've always loved it ! When they 1st introduced the " Prime Rib Poke" it was always a starter. The 1st time I had the "Beach Boy Seafood Combo" I was floored it was that Ono! The "Porterhouse Steak with Kukuinut Butter" was so good I nearly passed out everytime I ordered it!!! ...but sadly it's not on the menu anymore. The best part is the staff! Mr Tobin, Miller and the crew always hold high standards and everyone is happy to see and serve you. Great entertainment and thank you for removing the "Cave"! See you again when we're on our next staycay! ~Aloha!
(4)
Garrett Kaeo W.

This is another completely tourist place. I came to meet s friend here for drinks. It actually located in a hotel, 1 story above the street. SO you do get a pretty cool view from up there though. I like the fact that it is on the far east side of the strip. By LuLu's. Cool change of pace if you are down on the strip. This is a pricy place though. But again nothing to special except for the fact that they actually have a decent happy hour.
(3)
Lisa P.

My friends and I go to Tikis often. They have tons of live music, a decent happy hour and great food but best of all, the service is always pleasant and attentive. What prompted me to write this review was a recent lunch I had at Tikis. Our server Shane was awesome! His service was great and he is hilarious. He made our day. Always a good time at Tikis. Try the prime rib poke and a 1944 Mai tai. You won't be disappointed.
(5)
Matt R.

I went here with my wife on our hondymoon. The food was good, the atmosphere fun and the view of Waikiki Beach was awesome. I got the duck and it tasted great. I drank the shark bait drink which was a mix of red bull and some hard alcohol with dry ice to make it bubble up. It was fun.
(5)
Mari S.

I as well had a disappointing experience. Waitress seemed overwhelmed and did her best. Food came out cold. No one complained that I sent it back. No one apologized. No one cared. I'd try it on a slower industry night.
(3)
Bhavya G.

Excellent food and great ambience. Came here with my wife... Didn't expect such a nice food for a Veggie.
(4)
Lawren M.

I sat on the lanai during my visit here, but was a little too close to the musical performers which made it a bit difficult to hear my friend speak. However, despite that little thing, the experience and atmosphere was most pleasant. I had their Hawaiian Ahi Poke and omg, it was so delicious! The soy sauce made it a little too salty for my taste, but the ahi itself was super fresh and one of the best I have ever tasted. It was paired delectably with arugula and I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. For dessert, I tried the Baked Apple Volcano and it was alright. I found the ice cream made the pastry kind of soggy, so you'd have to eat it pretty quick. It also had some apple peel shavings in it that I had to put on the side because it was a bit off-putting. Aside from that, the dessert was still pretty tasty!
(4)
Jeremy K.

Good atmosphere, had 2 kids with us. The bill was $110 after tax and tip for 5 people. Only 3 adult beverages and during happy hour. We did not enjoy the fish tacos, the tuna was very pungent and not very palatable. Decent beer selection. Would not eat there again.
(3)
Lexi H.

Food is not worth the money. Way overpriced. My husband took me here and we were expecting fancy and expensive for Valentine's Day. What we weren't expecting was the quality of the food not matching the price. My catch of the day swordfish was so thick it was dry in the middle and I started feeling nauseous from eating so much of it. Maybe because we don't drink that the food didn't taste good since this place was recommended by those. Our creme brulle was burned so we went somewhere else afterward to get the bitter burned taste out of our mouths. Would not recommend this place. Too touristy too.
(2)
Charlie K.

Had dinner here a few nights ago based on a friends recommendation and the place was just okay... Only thing fancy or great about this place was the view of the beach. The food here is like any food that can be had at a mediocre restaurant minus the view of Waikiki. Service wasn't great but could have been better in my honest opinion... They did however have live Hawaiin style music which was awesome, but will more than likely not return...
(3)
H I.

We had a terrific dining experience at Tiki's! Food and drink recommendations by Sean were on point along with service on par with nice restaurants in the SF Bay area. Don't miss the butterfish, lamb, and 1944 mai tai!
(5)
Nika B.

Delicious drinks... And great happy hour!! Coconut in a shell with rum and half off bottle of wine Wednesday.. Great food I had the coconut shrimp and pineapple cheesecake for desert YUM
(5)
Tina-Louise E.

2pm-5pm Happy Hour with $5 Mai Tai and a awesome view to the beach?!!?! Whaaatt? Server was really nice and even told us that HH was ending to get our final order. They have live Hawaiian music on the patio at 5pm. Pork Quesadilla is a great snack. Yay!
(5)
Liz K.

Great food, fantastic service! Get the butterfish, for sure! And ask for Nicki G. She is phenomenal!
(5)
Rebecka A.

Attended a bachelorette party here, seated 18 back in the 'lava tube' area. The staff were attentive and courteous the whole night. I had already eaten dinner at home so I skipped right to their dessert menu. Lilikoi creme brulee sounded good and the smores too, but..... I took the waiter's recommendation and lived dangerously. The pbj bread pudding is super good. Big, crispy, gooey, delicious. You can't taste the fried bacon at all, but knowing it's there adds a little something extra! ^__^
(4)
Jessi L.

Servers were nice. We sat out side where the bar was for dinner. They need a little bit more lighting outside. It was night time and was so dark we couldn't see the menu. We had to use our phone to look at our menu.. we all checked in and was suppose to get free appetizers but we only got 1. I guess 1 per table? Everything was still okay. I guess worth trying.
(3)
Tina G.

Made it for happy hour... only bud, budlight or longboard for beer selection, a few well drinks and no appatizers. We had the gyoza, poke, lettuce wraps and quesadilla which all were very good. My daughter had the kids fish which was by far the best I've ever had, not greasy or over breaded. It was pricy to me for lunch/happy hour starting at $15 a plate.
(4)
Catherine S.

I really liked this place, I only am giving it four stars due to the fact that drinks took way to long to get to us. But the food was great, and the drinks were too once we got them. I had the Mahi Mahi and it was very well cooked and seasoned. For the appitizer we all shared the Ahi TarTar. It was soo good and the sauce was perfect. It had a great taste, but not so over powering that you couldnt taste the Ahi. Our server was awesome and was a Hawaiian native. He informed us that on Wednesday nights they have wine half off, and they had a great wine list.
(4)
Kaitlin A.

We went here to watch the sunset and have some drinks and dinner. We had a total blast! It was prime location, good service, and delicious food. Plus the live music was a bonus. Totally worth going if you're in Waikiki.
(4)
Angela W.

I enjoyed my food and so did my husband but our guest from out of town wasn't too thrilled about it. It could have been something they ordered so I wouldn't take off any stars for that. However, our service was terrible! Our server never came by for drink refills, we had to wait over twenty minutes for our check, and even longer for them to run the payment. Not sure if we will be going back unless we have no plans to go anywhere after
(3)
Rose Meagan V.

I really liked this place. If it wasn't for my sore throat, I would've eaten whatever I wanted. But I had the Seafood Soup & Sandwich and I thought it was pretty tasty. Aside from the bottom half of the bread practically missing and the inside of the sandwich spilling out every time I took a bite, I really liked the sandwich. The seafood soup was interesting because it looked like tomato soup so I was expecting it to be hot... It was actually cold- really cold. So I figured you were to dip the sandwich in it. It really complimented the sandwich, but due to my sore throat I couldn't eat it because it irritated my throat. My boyfriend had the loco moco dish and that tasted really good also. The bar looks like a fun place to hang out, not to mention the outside dining area has a view of the beach. It's absolutely beautiful to dine there while the sun is about to set. I read some reviews here about how there's a live band/music playing but while we were there, they were only playing music. They were however, setting up the stands for the live instruments. Must only be during dinner as we were there by the end of lunch (which is 4pm). Service was great! Definitely coming back.
(5)
Darrien J.

Great place! Came here to celebrate Mother's Day with my Mom. The food was spectacular and even more so was the customer service. The pleasant attitude my mom and I received from all the workers was very appreciative. Top notch customer service. Great atmosphere and view, definitely plan on returning soon!
(5)
Rishard C.

Very fast service and friendly staff. The only negative is that I feel like the drinks are on the weaker side in my oppinion. If the drinks were a little stronger this place might be perfect. The live music is decent and the atmosphere is nice.
(4)
Julie W.

Love Tikis! The atmosphere .. The food and drinks are all great! Always excited to be here! Servers and entertainment are always fun!
(5)
Tiffany L.

Came here for drinks and appetizers on a very rainy afternoon. We sat inside and it was pretty empty, and seemed a bit dark and dank. But our Blue Hawaii's and drinks served out of coconuts put us in a much brighter mood. All of the drinks are typical, tropical and sweet. Unfortunately, I had much better drinks elsewhere than here. You do have an option of getting your drink in a fake coconut souvenir glass for an extra cost. Their appetizers were really good. We got the Gyoza filled with beef, the Kalua Pig Quesadilla, and their Coconut Shrimp. All of these were delicious. The Gyoza was so good and my dad kept eating all of it - so we had to get multiple orders!
(3)
Katie S.

Thanks to other yelpers for rating this place accurately! What a great vacation find. Reasonably priced drinks, great atmosphere, and fantastic live music. We didn't try any food, but everything sounded delicious! Didn't feel like your typical tourist spot either. We would definitely return if we make it back to Oahu.
(5)
Jennifer L.

tiki's is great! my fiance and i came here for drinks for my best friend's 30th birthday... all of us visiting from the mainland. we had a super hot waitress who was really nice, and the drinks were amazing! a few nights later, my fiance and i came with our families for our rehearsal dinner. GORGEOUS in the lava tube room! however, minus one star for lack of ventilation.... not even a fan! super humid and stuffy. however, the food provided was amazing, and the service was spot on. seriously guys, get at least a floor fan in the back room! sunset was killer. food and drinks - killer. we'll be back.... just please ventilate the lava tube room!!!!
(4)
Lil O.

The girl who is serving us today is SO NICE! food is really good, had the poi burger, poke bowl and the gyoza... You must try the gyoza! Delicious. Definitely coming back while I am here!
(5)
Ryan M.

I will give this restaurant 5 stars, which I almost never due due to 3 things; The service was excellent. The ambience was amazing. The butterfish I had was hands down the best seafood I have ever had in my life.
(5)
Robert M.

We really enjoyed this place. Good view and atmosphere. After checking in to the hotel we went straight to grab some drinks and lunch. Staff was attentive and answered all of our questions. The Kalua quesadillas were excellent as well as our free gyozas that we got for checking in. We shared a sample plate which left us stuffed. We also came back for drinks the day before we left and they had live music.
(5)
Marissa V.

Looking for a restaurant for dinner while we were in Hawaii. Our server was great. Enjoyed a few drinks before dinner and absolutely loved the fresh out of the oven taro bread with vanilla bean butter it was amazing! We ordered steak with shrimp and it was delicious! Would definitely come back again when in Hawaii.
(5)
Chris G.

Very nice restaurant. A bit crowded at meal rush hour, but the staff is very good. Drinks are great and priced nicely. You can get full with appetizers which is a plus.
(4)
Brian F.

Good hang out with some live music. Food is either excellent or ok. I had ribs that fell off the bone and were awesome then I had them and they were tough hard and fatty. Hit or miss but good fun place.
(4)
Kathy S.

Love it! Love it! Love it! This is my favorite Waikiki destination. My Aunt and cousins came to visit so I wanted to take them to the perfect spot to see the beach and catch a beautiful sunset along with enjoying fantastic food and drinks! My favorite is the ribs! Hands down the best in Waikiki! My son loves the Seared Ahi along with The Funky Monkey smoothie. The atmosphere is nice and comfortable with that local feel to it Our service was excellent and we really enjoyed ourselves! Tiki's is a must if your in Waikiki. Just sit back and enjoy the rest.
(5)
Diane K.

After a less than stellar experience elsewhere in Waikiki, my friend and I came here for drinks. As a Honolulu local, I usually assume "Tiki" is just a tourist keyword for "tacky", but I was wrong! This place is great! I'll definitely bring friends--both locals and visitors. Great vibe, live music and a beautiful view of the beach. I enjoyed the Lilikoi Lemonade. It was basically Hawaiian Sun Lilikoi with Vodka, but I guess I'm a fan of canned drinks and vodka! Their other cocktails looked amazing, but I needed to maintain the feeling in my face that evening. Next time, I will start my night here! Their poke was fresh and delicious. I plan to return and try their Kalua Pork Nachos!
(4)
Bruce L.

Mother's Day Brunch here is awesome. Buffet even has crab legs!! View is great, service is awesome. After trying different places for Mother's Day, we have decided to always come here every year from now on.
(5)
Kami T.

while i was in Oahu, my friends took me here. The service and the view was amazing, but i'm not sure if I would have gone here since I was not looking for the tourist feel. The food was ok, nothing hawaiian about it. We ordered a about 7 appetizers for the 5 of us to share and a heck of a lot of drinks. It is a nice place to just eat, and have some drinks with your friends while listening to a live band...but not if you are looking for an authentic Hawaiian experience.
(4)
Jocelyn T.

Checked this place out by accident because I was looking for a restroom. At the time we arrived it was happy hour, Score! Hubby ordered beers and I ordered rum and diet cokes however didn't get much a buzz out of the drinks so had tequila shots instead. Bartender who served us was cool and ambiance was very chill and relaxing. Great place to hang out after beach bumming it on Waikiki beach.
(3)
Pam B.

We got married in Hawaii on July 3,2014 and had a small reception/dinner at Tiki's for party of 16.Alyssa took care of our banquet request and inquiries thru email.Very pleased with the food and service. Pros: -Large quantity of food on the plate. -Good food. -Nice staff. Cons: -Valet parking was messy.Took us 20 minutes to be valet coz there is not enough parking space and too traffic...and another 15 minutes just waiting for our car when we are going home. All my guests were complimenting the food...I barely finished my steak coz Im so full. Thank you Tiki's for the wonderful dinner.See you soon.
(4)
Steven H.

Really good food on the southern end of the Waikiki Beach strip. I think the average you will pay for food and drinks for two is around $100. Food was good though! I had seared ahi tuna and my lady had the mahi mahi. I think it's best to get the Hawaiian grub when you're at a Hawaiian restaurant!
(4)
Verlin F.

Our first night in Hawaii we checked out this place. Had a bunch of really solid reviews and walking by it looked like the place was pretty popular. 5 stars for the food. We started off with kalbi beef gyozas which were absolutely amazing. Would definitely recommend starting off with these. Not to filling, full of flavor. The macadamia-nut crusted Hawaiian fish (on the menu, is Mahi-Mahi obviously) was cooked perfectly, really solid portions with an orzo and vegetable concoction. Really really tasty. We also got the seared island ahi tuna that came with perfectly seared tuna and a really delicious sushi roll. Again, also incredibly delicious and a good portion as well. Prices are a little steep but I guess that's what you can expect from being on the main beach street on Waikiki. Two stars for the service. My first night here I was reminded of all of the rumors I've heard of Hawaii about how some places treat "tourists". I get it, we're not local, get over it. After paying for our meal, we realized we left our card. Three hours later we showed up and asked somebody (was behind the bar) if he could check to see if it had been placed somewhere. The attitude was horrendous as he wouldn't even look at us "Oh yea I'll look into it". He wasn't serving anybody, he was drying glasses. He did a quick glance at his spot (which wasn't where we were seated at all) "nope not seeing it". After telling him again that we were sitting in another area he gave us a really rude "sorry it would be here". After not accepting this at all, we requested to speak to someone else to look in the "back" for it. Someone, I'm assuming the manager gave us the same "Ok, I'll check for you", while rolling his eyes. He returned after a whole thirty seconds of "looking in the office", with "nope, I didn't see it". We told him again where we were sitting, and like the first guy, he didn't even bother to check the area again. They were both really short, sounding frustrated that we were pressing the issue. Frustrated, we walked to the area where we were seated, and sure enough the card was sitting right at the register where we were seated like we told them. I get that "locals" get frustrated over the massive amounts of tourists that come through but that is a really lame excuse to have when you are running a business focused around customer service. It's Hawaii, most businesses RELY on tourism to make money. This really put a cloud over our trip, because we experienced the whole "locals vs. tourist" attitude a lot. Again, food is amazing. Should really clean up the "god it's another 'tourist' attitude" quick.
(2)
Scarlett V.

+: Very nice place. I came back three times with my friends. I had loco moco, beachboy seafood combo, burger, passion fruit creme brulee and vanilla bean rhum infused pineapple cheesecake. Everything was delicious especially seafood and cheesecake (we ord
(4)
Philippe D.

Food was okay but not anywhere near what some of the other reviews stated. We went because most of the reviews were recommendations of what we should try off the menu and it was a disappointment.
(3)
Minh T.

Came here for their 3-5pm Happy Hour. The drinks are pretty weak, I guess that's because it's Happy Hour prices =T I had to get 3 drinks here whereas I typically only need one elsewhere. The tables have slits and they don't bring napkins to sit the drinks on, so when the condensation drips off your drinks, it lands right on your legs. In the end, my friends and I wished we had gone to a different happy hour place instead.
(2)
Angela B.

We had a late meal at Tikis Grill and it was still super busy!!! We were seated on the patio which we loved as it was a long day and we wanted to relax and enjoy the peaceful, fresh, salt air. Unfortunately we were seated by a girl who loved to talk and talked LOUD! So loud at times I couldn't hear what my husband was saying over her mouth! Well that has nothing to do with my review of Tikis so I'm done with my rant! On with my review... We were promptly greeted by our waitress Kimra who was very sweet. My hubby ordered the Mac Nut Crusted Mahi. This was delicious! I kept stealing bites!!! It was lightly coated in crushed macadamia nuts and served over orzo pasta that was tossed with mushrooms, tomatoes, garlic, and spinach in a lemongrass cream sauce! I couldn't make up my mind so I ordered two pupus, the Prime Rib Poke and the Jumbo Coconut Shrimp. The Prime Rib Poke was to die for! The meat was cubed and cooked perfectly; it was so tender and flavorful! It was tossed with grilled onions, greens, and topped with some yummy house aioli! The Coconut Shrimp was cooked perfectly too. The coconut was crispy and served with a sweet chili sauce. Even my husband who doesn't like coconut liked the coconut shrimp. I was full but my husband wanted something sweet so he ordered the Ridiculously Small Brownie (that's the name of it) and it was ridiculously small, however, it satisfied the palate. It was drizzled with salted caramel and served with strawberries, blueberries and a dollop of whipped cream. Only $2 and worth it! Food Quality: 5 stars Food Prices: 4.5 stars Portion Sizes: 4.5 stars Service: 5 stars Cleanliness: 5 stars Location: 5 stars Overall Rating: 4.75 stars
(5)
Peter P.

This was my last meal in honolulu and it wasn't very good at all. We started off with the pork dumplings. They were so greasy that wife actually had hot oil squirt on her wrist, not just once, but twice!! Come on guys The mains weren't very good either. My wife ordered the cheesesteak which was extremely soggy. The meat was decent but it wasn't very good. I ordered the tempura crusted fish and chips. What they fail to tell you is that it's not traditional fish and chips in the sense of the batter, but it wasn't deep fried. It was mostly grilled. Maybe I was there on an off day, but I wasn't too happy.
(2)
Jodi D.

Good drinks, but the food was something I could get back home at a generic bar. Beautiful view I'd say great place to relax and have a drink.
(3)
MahDanaBae A.

Good food, a variety mix, always happy hour. Just lousy slow server, that's the reason for 3 stars only.
(3)
Christopher C.

The poke was really good. Not a huge fan of someone taking a picture and trying to sell the photo with an astronomical price. Would rather just enjoy my lunch. Other than that, enjoyed our food.
(4)
Deidra M.

I went here for a wedding reception. I know, not very classy! Although the food was very good, and I was impressed. Probably the best part about the wedding, was eating here. Except that the waiters definitely aren't attentive and you could see that they were just in the kitchen, chatting away! A little ridiculous considering the group of people we had. There are probably better resturants that actually will treat you with better service.
(3)
Christopher H.

If you are still reading this review it is too late and the Tiki is already packed. So it was the last night of our honeymoon in Hawaii and I wanted to take the wife out for a nice last dinner in Hawaii. I hoped onto Yelp and found that the Tiki had a great rating, so I asked the local waitress at Shorebird where she would go, her answer was TIKI. Right away I knew I had a winner, so we made reservations for later that night (highly recommend). Once we got to the restaurant it was an awesome indoor/outdoor setup with tons of space and seating. The indoor area was decorated like a 1940s hangout in Hawaii. Speaking of 1940s, do yourself a favor and get the 1944 Mai Tai. It is simply the best in Hawaii, the head bartender invented it and wins all the local competitions! Now onto service, we got seated with Evan (rocking a sweet pink cast) and this guy was SLAMMED with 8 other tables, yet he still found time to come over and get us setup right away. We checked in on Yelp and got our free app out of the way. After ordering up two 1944s we got our dinner situated, I order the NY Strip and the lady ordered the Shrimp pasta. Now let me just talk about the dish I ordered. IT IS THE CAT'S MEOW!!!! This thing was AMAZING!!!! The steak was juicy and moist, the corn had a little kick to it and the potatoes I don't even wanna talk about how amazing they where. HOLY COW!!! Anyways lets just say that next time I am in Hawaii, THIS IS MY FIRST STOP!!!!
(5)
Heather P.

Great place, fun atmosphere. Wait staff very nice, attentive. Good good, reasonably priced. Alcoholic beverages are pricey but you get to keep some of the specialty drink glasses with some beverages. Would definitely recommend this restaurant to others.
(4)
Diwa J.

My Co workers and I went here for on their birthday celebration last Wednesday. The birthday girl was skeptic about it but brah, we loved it!! Even though it was packed with tourists (obviously, Waikiki), we felt right at home. We chose to sit inside for the sun was beaming and good thing because our waitress, Kaitlyn, was an absolute sweetheart! She was so attentive to us and even knew some tagalog words!! (Some of us were filipino lol) Then a guy came took our picture for memory keepsake an we ended up buying a 7Ã—11 copy for $12.50. The food was so ono! I ordered the NY Steak and was cooked perfectly. I also had a drink that came with a souvenir tiki glass. My Co workers got the miso butterfish that was very delightful. After our meal the Restaurant Manager (forgive me uncle I foget your name) came out and greeted us and gave us desert on the house! All in all, the experience here was a good one. 3 hour Validated valet parking, Live music, good drinks from their big bar, cool breeze from the ocean, good people, and ono grinds. We will definitely come back here, on a regular. Mahalo Nui Loa the great experience!
(5)
Alan W.

Nice environment to go for drinks. Live singer and on 2nd floor of a hotel. Has decent Drink selection. I would recommend this place for drinks.
(4)
Vanessa S.

Love this place came for vacation at Hawaii and they are really friendly the only problem was the wait time but the food was good
(4)
Westin S.

The 4 stars is for the view only. The burger I has was a 2 star on a good day....very dry and the bread was stale to top it off. The wings are a 4 star and would get that again. Service was average. Their drink size cups are about the size of a shot Glass if your thirsty!
(4)
Zlatan H.

Fantastic view of Waikiki Beach! Great food and great atmosphere! It's one of the better touristy joints in Honolulu. A bit overpriced and the food is a little over cooked.
(4)
E Y.

Not bad over all, bar food but a nice take on it. The bus boy did take my beer before I had finished, wasn't too happy about that but over all ok for late night snack.
(3)
Sean O.

The food is really good; I prefer the lunch menu over the dinner menu. Very nice atmosphere. The location is a little weird but other than that it's a great place.
(4)
Kissie D.

Calamari is bomb! Ono very fresh. Ambiance sweet. Downfall is the bathroom, you need a code to get in. After 2 drinks that might prove to be difficult. Super nice waitresses. Pricey, expect to spend 30-40 a person
(4)
Marlon T.

This is pretty much just another bar on the main strip of Waikiki. However, with nice views of the sunset, live bands, cheap drink deals, and prime location in Waikiki, this is one of the best spots to hang out and grab a drink or eat. With that said, this place can get pretty busy and you may be hard pressed to find a table (hopefully one closer to the beach). Service was great. I've only been here for drinks so I can't comment on the food. I'll probably be back here for sure if I just want to sit down and relax for a while before heading home. Sometimes there are hula dancers to accompany a live band--I haven't really seen this at other bars in Waikiki but I've only been to a handful of other places like this. I'm sure this happens all the time everywhere though.
(4)
Hannah V.

The Pupus are amazing! I would venture to say everything on the menu is amazing. Must try the Kalbi Beef Gyozas, Pork Shank Wings, and Passion fruit Creme BrÃ»lÃ©e! Staff is so kind and helpful. Great views of the ocean if you sit on the balcony.
(5)
Whit D.

Such good food! Get the Butter Fish, it's wonderful. Laura was our server and she was so great, really personable and attentive. The sunset view can't be beat - ask for a table on the lanai!
(5)
Bruce T.

This is strictly a review of outdoor bar. I haven't had dinner here in many years and my last experience was sub par doing so. Since time has passed since then I will not review restaurant to be fair to them. The outdoor bar is fun to go to for the great view and cheap drinks during happy hour. We normally go with a group of friends and hang out for a few hours. Drinks are okay and the best is cold.... Not more to add to that. Service is hit and miss depending on who you get but it had never been real bad. Pupus are good for happy hour. Nice place to gather with friends but nothing spectacular... Other than view.
(3)
Hillary J.

This place has a nice view and is conveniently located. When I mentioned food sensitivities the waitress asked what they are, saying that they take food sensitivities seriously. As someone following AIP it's nice to find somewhere that I can eat without assumption that my food will be contaminated. With a few changes to my order I was able to enjoy a meal with friends, though their food looked a lot better as it was intended to be served.
(4)
Albert M.

I have been eating here many times over the years. The food is steadily improving. Nothing special but they make it well with nice attention to details. The view is wonderful, right off the Hilton Beach. Now the ugly side, this place has some old grumpy wait staff. I never thought it's possible to sound unpleasant when someone say Aloha to you. But somehow they achieved it. It's not just one staff, it's all of them. This is not one year, been coming here for ten years now. Service is slow, giving a new meaning to the "Hawaiian time". But it's right in the hotel and convenient.
(3)
Katherine S.

This was awesome...salsa Sunday on the lanai overlooking the beach! Their fish and chips was surprisingly tasty and yummy because it wasn't deep fried but lightly fried so it still tasted like fish! Every last Sunday from 2-5 is Son Caribe's performance time!
(5)
Warren E.

Great location, fantastic view but the food is completely average. The drinks are pretty good and the is some good live music but I wouldn't recommend eating here. It's worth it for the view and a souvenir Tiki glass.
(3)
Thaiha V.

I called last night for a reservation at 7:30 P.M. The employee that took my reservation was very rude and unprofessional! She asked for my name, I gave her my name. Then she repeated it back to me incorrectly. I politely told her that it was incorrect and proceeded to spell it for her. She was really impatient and so I asked her to repeat the spelling of my name so that I could verify that it was correct. She spelled out incorrect letters to my name, so I repeated the spelling again. Then I asked her if she got it that time and she says to me rudely, "IT DOESN'T REALLY MATTER." I found that comment so rude and condescending that I almost wanted to cancel my reservation! I was meeting friends from out of town there and didn't want for them to have to change plans. Otherwise, Tiki's would've lost our business because of the rude hostess. I made a complaint when I was there about the way I was treated over the phone. I don't know if it was followed up or not. A place of business should never say that the correct spelling of a customer's is not important or doesn't matter because it's basically saying, "You don't matter."
(1)
Rene B.

Drinks were WEAK, Service was OK, Food was good, Location was good. Ordered the Pro Bowl Punch & AMF (Adios Mother------) both in souvenir cups and both were TERRIBLE! Pork Quesadilla was ok. Tiki's Mixed Plate was the highlight of my two combined visits.
(1)
Jen M.

Amazing food and excellent service. We live here and THIS is where we will take people when they visit. Your experience begins when you enter the restaurant with a warm greeting and quick and efficient service. Luis was our server and we couldn't have asked for a more knowledgable and friendly person to help make the most of our Waikiki dining experience. We began our meal with the calamari katsu, which was panko-crusted and served with a lemongrass butter sauce and crab and shrimp salsa, and was a bewitching alternative to the traditional deep-fried appetizer. My husband had the ratatouille tower, my mother had the ginger soy grilled salmon, and I had the blackened island swordfish. Each meal was exquisite - aesthetically pleasing to the eye and the perfect blend of exciting flavors and textures. The 1944 Mai Tai was delightful; the best one my mother has ever had. Parking was a breeze, the hotel valet takes great care of your vehicle and the restaurant will validate your parking for up to 3 hours. Be sure to sit outside to experience the Waikiki beach and sunset over dinner and drinks with live music in the setting the mood!
(5)
James M.

Love this place great food. The Tuna appetizer is to die for. The lava flows are delicious. Place stays pretty busy service is on top of it. 4 stars because the menu is kind of small to me. The view is awesome it's on 2nd story. You won't be disappointed nice for drinks and appetizers for lunch
(4)
Matt T.

It's basically a Hawaiian chili's. It also felt like a massive tourist trap. Food was decent but atmosphere was less than appealing.
(3)
Nan K.

We brought our out of town friends here, and we had a really superb meal. We loved how creative the menu was, for example, the Local Style Japanese Curry Beef Short Ribs with local root vegetables like taro/dasheen, lotus root, and potatoes. I can't think of a time when I've seen any of those ingredients in a dish at a nice restaurant in town, but they went together perfectly. The fukujinzuke on top of the ribs was a nice touch. The gnocchi in the Lamb Shank and Shrimp Gnocchi were also out of this world! So tasty. The experience we had was on a level comparable to just about any nice restaurant in town. Friendly people, live music, laid-back atmosphere, and awesome food. Highly recommended!
(5)
Julie E.

Quick service, great view of Waikiki beach. The food was okay and the bread they bring out is a nice touch. I'd give it a 3.5. It is a bit pricey as are a lot of restaurants on the strip.
(3)
Rni M.

Open air restaurant with a view of Waikiki beach; great food and draft beer offerings daily during happy hour. We ordered the Calamari Katsu and Fish and Chips. We returned for dinner for my birthday later in the week. My husband ordered the Ahi and I ordered the Mahi Mahi. Both were excellent, the sauce for the mahi was the bomb. Husband kept dipping his Ahi in it and wouldn't let the waiter take it away until it was gone, gone, gone. Free 3 hour valet parking but I rather park around the Zoo area or metered parking on Kalakaua before 6pm. I normally stay away from Waikiki hotel restaurants but this one is definitely one I would return to with friends and family.
(4)
Ariel R.

This place was perfectly nice and has a nice view and good service. My husband and I went twice for lunch and drinks and our waiter (Sky) remembered us when we came back. The view is great and the prices were about average for the area (most of the specialty drinks were $8.50 and the food [either appetizers or lunch entrees) were in the teens). They did give us a coupon on our receipt to get a free mai tai with the purchase of another specialty drink the next day. The steak poke was (as everyone mentions) delicious. The pork quesadilla was good but not amazing (though I did enjoy the taro tortilla). My husband thought the burger was really good and the caeser salad (which he got with chicken) was serviceable but nothing to write home about. Drinkwise. My husband said the lava flows were decent (kind of a middleground of okay flavor, okay size, and okay alcohol content but not great on any of those). The tropical tea cocktail was refreshing but not particularly exciting. The raspberry daiquiri I had was a good consistency and enjoyably sweet but not particularly interesting or strong. The mai tai was a good size and flavor (being large allowed it not to have to choose between flavor and alcohol content).
(3)
Marni P.

We grabed a bite here, kind of hard to find but it is upstairs! The poke is delicious, I also had the Korean tacos, they brought out the meat on the skillet & I had to make them myself. The meat was on the sweat side, it was very delicious. The restaurant is on the balcony overlooks the Waikiki beach, very relaxing, grab a drink & enjoy!
(5)
Andrew H.

This restaurant had an excellent view, but I honestly think the food wasn't all that great. We ordered the Ahi Poke and a few other dishes, but none of them really stood out to me or were that memorable. However, the service was really good and I enjoyed the atmosphere.
(3)
J And L F.

We had an amazing dinner at Tiki's! The service was incredible and we both wanted to recognize our waiters, Daniel and Troy. The restaurant was not extremely busy so they were able to make extra efforts to ensure everything was right for us. We even received a special dessert made specifically for us by Daniel. Outstanding! The views of the sunsets from the outdoor area are incredible. We moved over to the bar area after dinner to listen to some live music and had so much fun listening and making requests of the musicians. Serena helped us in the bar and she was just as friendly and helpful. Daniel, Troy, Serena and the entire staff at Tiki's Grill and Bar made our experience very memorable and we will be back, again and again!
(5)
Jeffrey R.

Where should we start....upon arriving, we were given the choice to sit inside or outside. Of course we choose outside because the whole restaurant is open air. Waitress came to our table promptly and welcomed us and gave suggestions on drink items without feeling rushed. She was very informative and descriptive. Waitress made great recommendations on menu items and specials. App was great. We enjoyed our entrees and absolutely luv'd out dessert. Would defiantly recommend and a must at Waikiki.
(5)
Piper W.

Most of the food here was really not good. The view was amazing. Service was ok. The calamari steak appetizer was probably the best thing we had. Coconut shrimp were pretty good but the sauce was nothing special. Add that to the almost constant jackhammering (they didn't warn us about this before seating us) but gave us a free gyoza to make up for it (although nothing could make up for the unnerving that came with the jackhammering). Skip the mixed plate- chicken Katsu, fish and beef were all so dry! And the pulled pork was the saltiest pork I have ever tasted- pass.
(2)
Alireza R.

We had mahi mahi , butterfish, swordfish and 2 pork shank. All were really good. By the way, our server was very professional. they also had live music which was nice
(5)
Lenka L.

Love this place! Food and drinks are awesome and the view.. Been there 2 years ago when we stayed on Oahu. Can't wait to be back for their delicious calamari katsu this year in October!
(5)
KL T.

BFF was the only one to have food, but she loved it. Said it's some of the best she had on our trip! Killer view to match. Sadly we found this our last day, or we would have gone back! (My virgin daiquiri was less than exciting, but the food smelled good!!!)
(4)
Susan S.

Had the lettuce wrap! Wow it was good, but the meat could have been a little less salty lol .. Drinks are good!!! Love the buy a drink in a take a home cup! Service is ok.. They're very busy on weekends so can't blame them. But the scenery and vibes awesome, a good place to eat
(4)
Rhea N.

Came to tiki's on a Tuesday night and was lured by the live music! So we checked it out and we definitely did not regrets going up those stairs to get to this bar. All the staff said hi and smiled and was very friendly! We sat at the bar and we were greeted right away by Marcos! We asked for his opinion on what he liked and suggested the 1944 Mai Tai and it was deeeelicious! He was very hospitable and treated us very special. We were also greeted by Kurt behind the bar, but we kept insisting on Marcos to help us out because of his warm welcome. He's definitely doing his job right and goes above and beyond! So when you come to tiki's, ask for Marcos! He'll make your dreams come true. Hahah!
(5)
Jessica S.

If you're looking for a classy dinner, this place might not be for you. However, if you're looking for a casual place for some bomb burgers this place is great! The food is amazing, the view is good- perfect place to really get in the spirit of hawaii. As a tourist, this place is perfect.
(4)
Amber C.

The food & service is great here! The calamari appetizer is my favorite. Forgot to take pictures. Taco Tuesday is a great deal. Good happy hour specials and perfect location. Will be back with pictures next time!
(5)
Khan M.

Tiki's, what a gem. This local family owned restaurant is definitely operated as such, earning it's spot as my go-to establishment for entertaining my family, friends, and self. The food is on point from savory sauces to crisp greens. The staff's always been so good to me with prompt service and happy smiles. The atmosphere is unforgettable as the sunsets, and around you are the soothing sounds of live music. The lunch is great too! Matt at the bar is a gentleman always serving his best. Mahalo!
(5)
Kitana T.

Amazing view and mouthwatering dishes,the seared beef poke was to die for.not to mention the mai tai's! Yum!!! My first stop when I arrived in Waikiki with my boyfriend was Tiki's. It was his first time to Hawaii and I wanted to show him something great. Our waiter, Tom, was so attentive and had great honest recommendations for the best dishes there. The mai Taos have this sweet foam on the top and a delicious trader Vicks spin. Not like those red sugar-filled hangover drinks. It was so good I just had to order more than one. Then the appetizers came out, the calamari steak had a white wine sauce with roasted capers and a crab relish topping that I couldn't get enough of. I want to thank Tom for all the great suggestions and for the great service!
(5)
Nicki W.

My husband and I came here for dinner our last night in Hawaii. It was so fun. The manager was wonderful and helped answer all of our questions. Our server was amazing and very attentive. The food was amazing!
(5)
Robert S.

We've been here twice on our stay in Waikiki and both times the food has been very good. On our most recent visit (a busy night) there was a mixup and our table never got waited on. I mentioned this to manager, Cammie, and right away she comped our drinks, an appetizer, and took our order. This kind of service is not what you'd expect in a tourist-driven location, but she went above and beyond, with a smile, and to me, that's 5-star worthy.
(5)
Adam N.

Pretty great. We only had a few beers, but the hospitality was fantastic. If you are looking for a place to drink at, this is definitely the place to start or end your night. Great drink menu and plenty of good looking appetizers. Plus, you can see the pier and the waves crash as the sun sets and if you want to take a quick dip, you can easily cannonball the hotel pool on the same floor as the restaurant.
(4)
Veronica P.

Didn't order from the happy hour menu instead ordered from the regular menu. We were just there last Sunday again and watched a great sunset view. We just moved here from Vegas and loving everything. Definitely a cool place to end the wkend and can't wait to bring friends there too.
(5)
Cindy D.

Although touristy, the atmosphere can't be beat, especially if you are there for sunset. I started with a Mango Mojito and it was one of the best drinks I had while on the islands. My butterfish was good, although I didn't think it lived up to the other higher ratings. There was a great duet supplying live music that really helped to cap the wonderful atmosphere. If you're headed to Waikiki, I would definitely give Tiki's a chance.
(4)
Chenyu Z.

3.5, but let's round up (: Touristy, but it's in Waikiki, right on the beach, what do you expect? We chose the lanai seating and menu, hoping catch a breeze/wanting something quick. I ordered the Kalua Pig Quesadilla and my boyfriend, T, had the "Poi Pounder" Burger. I loved my quesadilla. It was so pretty with the purple colored taro tortillas combined with the colors of the guac, sour cream, and salsa. Very tasty. Wasn't very sure of the meat before I ordered but got it because I love everything else. Didn't regret it at all! T's burger was kinda bland and dry - both from his and my perspective (I stole a bite only because he couldn't keep his hands off my dinner!) - and didn't seem like anything special. Fries were ok as well. He originally ordered his medium, as always. Service was alright. Wish our waiter had checked on us and asked if we wanted to move inside when it started to rain - we just moved ourselves so that we were under the umbrella but still got a bit wet. The view would have been great on the veranda/ lanai but it was already dark when we stopped by. I'd recommend coming right before sunset to get a great view. The music there is also pretty great, thought I honestly couldn't tell if it was live or not. There's also a guy who comes buy to take your photo if you wish. It's a fun little keepsake as the photos are decent quality, whether or not you're a tourist. Overall the place has potential, but missing a few things to make it truly special. Perhaps more visits will change my mind. (:
(4)
Chona E.

I've been to Waikiki several times but have never tried Tiki's Bar and Grill until now. I really enjoyed the grilled Mahi sandwich. They kept it simple - grilled Mahi Mahi, lettuce, tomato... on a delicious taro hoagie roll. The service was excellent as well!
(4)
Tia D.

Enjoyed a couple of Surf Mai Tai's here late into the evening while enjoying a live band, both very good, lifted my spirits tremendously. Great atmosphere outdoors with a cool breeze and ocean views. I didn't have anything to eat although others with me said the ribs were delicious, as well as the shrimp.
(4)
Chris S.

Excellent food. Ate there 3 times during our stay. Ahi tuna, salmon, crab dip all excellent. Cheaper and much better food than ocean front restaurants.
(5)
Carlye H.

Our party had the calamari appetizer which we all enjoyed, WAY more than your typical calamari app. I also tried the butterfish dish which was very well cooked and flavorful. The miso sauce could be a little overwhelming of the delicate fish, but with a small amount it enhanced the fish nicely. The beach boy combo with the risotto was also outstanding! Hearty and very filling. Our server Nikki made this a 5-star experience. Her feedback on the wines we were deciding between as well as her suggestions for our entrees was so appreciated! Food = 4-stars...ambiance and our server bumps this up to a 5!!
(5)
Elizabeth D.

First time here and everything was A-ok. The scenery was beautiful with the Waikiki sunset in the background and an awesome band to boot. Staff attentive and friendly. Food was very good. Prime rib poke wasn't really poke but well done. Lettuce wrap was a winnah though. Definitely going back! What a Lovely night!
(4)
Kimberly P.

Came here twice for dinner in one week because I couldn't get enough of their Mai-Tai. You must get the crab and Boursin cheese dip- it is amazing! Very cool kids meal comes served on a Frisbee that the kid gets to keep. Staff is very friendly and if you're there early enough you can get a seat over-looking Waikiki beach.
(4)
Amanda W.

Was recommended to this restaurant by a client and was super happy with the experience!!! Service was superb!! Nicky G our server was extremely efficient and made the entire experience!! A must go when in Waikiki!
(5)
Keith N.

Took my girlfriend for valentines day. The service was very good. Got there about ten minutes early and they took us right in. Amazing, no wait. Live music was good and good atmosphere. The food was good with a good portion. I will go there again.....
(4)
Eric D.

I've been here a week and ate here 3 times, every time the food is amazing and the service is great. Great beach view as well.
(4)
S. S.

I've stayed at the Aston several times for work, and I keep going back because of Tiki's. The food is always superb. The edamame, with garlic and truffle oil drizzle, is the best I've ever had. Anything I've ever ordered, lunch or dinner (butterfish is my favorite) has been top-notch. But the real reason to go is for the service. Be sure to get a drink from Captain Kirk (my personal favorite mixologist), he's excellent! The view is spectacular, especially at sunset - it's one of few bars overlooking the boardwalk and Waikiki Beach. Tikis also has great live music. Love, love, love this place...can't get enough!
(5)
Janice K.

This was located below our hotel and was the first place I decided to try poke at. I was SO disappointed! Two stars for good service and live music.
(2)
Alison F.

I had the truffle oil edamame on my most recent visit. Unbelievably good! If you like edamame you will love these...the best I've ever had! Also, their chicken wings are the bomb!
(5)
Pam S.

Outstanding!!! I had the watermelon & feta salad and the flavor mixture was wonderful!! The cocoanut shrimp were the best I've ever had!! The waiter was very knowledgeable and helpful with suggestions. My husband had the snapper er papilotte and it was perfect. We ate outside and the sunset was breathtaking!! It was perfect for our first night in Hawaii!!!
(5)
Liz V.

The view is amazing!! We sat outside and definitely enjoyed the view if Waikiki beach. I got their burger and it was delish I believe the Hawaiian sweet bun and special sauce was the secret to a great burger, my friend got the rice with shrimp and it was also great.
(4)
Reed B.

My family and I put in a reservation online (very convenient) via Yelp. Once there, we were seated immediately but it took awhile to be greeted by our server. The host did later come by and apologize for the mishap. I ordered the guava glazed ribs and my wife ordered fish. Both were tasty. We ordered a few drinks as well. Some of the drinks include cool "Tiki" glasses if you're a collector. The kids' entrees come with souvenir frisbees as well. The best thing I ate was the Kalbi Beef Gyoza. It's a crunchy dumpling with tasty sauce. All in all, my family enjoyed the restaurant's ambience and fantastic view.
(4)
Hiroshi I.

The food and service were okay, here are what they need to work on; 1. The photographer in the restaurant who charges $25 for a piece is really annoying like a car sales person. He sticks around you for a so long time to make you buy a $25 picture.... 2. No need to circle "suggested tip amount" to remind to tip them on the bottom of the credit card receipt.
(1)
S M.

Monday night... Decided to try Tikis for my birthday... Worst decision EVER!!!!!!! Party of 9.. didn't get seated until over an hour after our reservation was scheduled.. the host, Tim, gave our table away because only 3 were present upon arrival (apparently half your party must be there) while others were downstairs parking. The Hosts: Tim was VERY fucken rude, absolutely no hospitality at all.. not even when asking for the damn bathroom code. and Nadia didn't even look like she wanted to be there.. since she was standing doing absolutely nothing. Thumbs up to Mahea for actually apologizing and thanking us for waiting AN HOUR. Host def need to learn how to smile and show aloha, even if guests are upset. 7:45p mahea finally sits us and no waiter to be found for about 10 mins. So i flag someone down and ask to take our drink orders..they take our drink orders... wait 10 more mins and I raise my hand.. the Assistant manager SEES ME RAISING MY HAND AND DOESN'T WALK OVER. few minutes later Jamal walks over and asks to take drinks orders.. kindly let him know we already placed drink orders. (jamal was very nice) So we ask him to take our food orders. We've already been waiting long so we decide to skip appetizers and just order meals. After ordering our food we now have a new waiter.. can't remember his name but he was a white surfer lookin dude. he was creepy and kept making weird comments to me.. like he didn't know my boyfriend was sitting next to me.. ??? We all thought it was funny anyways. We get our food except one of my friends, turns out they forgot his order and had to take it from another groups order. surfer dude comes around the table to gently place my plate in front of me.. and what do i see?!?! HAIR. hair in my food ruined it for me... Some of my friends entrees were not even warm.. so how is it that the food took so long to make but it was cold.. who the hell is running the kitchen?! Seriously. I knew we should have just went to dukes. I mean, we had to wait an hour anyways even though we made a reservation. Atleast dukes would've been WORTH THE WAIT. If i EVER make it back here again for whatever reason, i'll probably only sit at the bar to have drinks and pupus..
(1)
Greg P.

We considered this an outstanding choice. Great food at prices that didn't cause us to think twice. Nice patio seats overlooking the surf.
(5)
Mehul P.

Great burger and poke! This place was right next to our hotel with an awesome view of Waikiki beach. Perfect spot to start the night or to do some day drinking. Food was awesome, especially the burger.
(4)
Kristian P.

Over priced and food is nothing special.
(2)
James C.

Good bar food and cocktails but skip the main restaurant. Over priced and horribly cooked food. Service was sub par and I had to send my food back twice. Would not recommend. Better restaurants down the street.
(1)
Rochelle V.

Always spot on. Our waiter had good jokes. 3 hours Free Valet parking A+. New food items. Clean & comfortable atmosphere. Too many tourists. lol
(5)
Kat O.

If you want fall asleep around 9:30pm in Waikiki, come here and listen to a guitar, a base player with boring music.
(1)
Candice B.

Great staff! Very friendly and helpful with suggestions. Everything was delicious! Highly recommend the coconut shrimp!
(5)
Vince B.

We really had a pretty good time at Tiki's Grill and Bar. My Yelp friend Lori I. gave it an enthusiastic recommendation. Asako O. gave it five stars. Plus, a few other yelpers that I follow also liked it. I must admit that I would probably never have considered going here on my own. Why? 1.It's in Waikiki. 2. Looks touristy. 3. Where the heck am I going to park?? Parking: Easy and free valet parking at the Aston Hotel. 3 hours with validation. Alternative is the city pay lot at the Zoo. Layout Details: Located on the second floor of the hotel overlooking Kalakaua and the beach. There are stairs right below Tiki's. ( yelp.com/biz_photos/rkDYâ€¦ ) Or, you can take the escalator up from the hotel lobby. The other thing to know is that that there is a bar section with live music and a separate bar food menu. Mostly burgers and appetizer items. The restaurant is right next to this and has indoor and out door seating. This review is for the restaurant and not the bar. Our experience: Got a 6pm reservation by using the yelp website. We were given the choice of bar or restaurant. We were going to have dinner so we got a table outside overlooking the ocean. Sweet. ( yelp.com/biz_photos/rkDYâ€¦ ) We are not big drinkers so we just had water and diet soda. But, the tourist kids all around us were all having drinks from Coconut shell cups( yelp.com/biz_photos/rkDYâ€¦ )...The umbrella style drinks are about $20 and you can take the cups home.( yelp.com/biz_photos/rkDYâ€¦ ) Why not? They are on vacation and dad didn't say no. Most of the tourists were having the steak special, ribs or pasta. But, there is a lot of really nice island style/local style food on the menu. Miso Butterfish, Seared Ahi etc. Items that the visitors may not relate to.( yelp.com/biz_photos/rkDYâ€¦ ) My wife chose the Hawaiian Plate which included a Lau Lau, Kalua pork, rice, lomi salmon, mashed Okinawan sweet potato plus 2 kinds of poke, haupia and poi! It was huge and she couldn't finish it even with my help. All quality items with excellent taste. 4 stars from her. Only criticism, "It's too big!!" Daughter chose a Chocolate Swirl Smoothie called "Chunky Monkey" which she loved. Also, she got the Kalbi Gyoza Potstickers Appetizer ( yelp.com/biz_photos/rkDYâ€¦ ) which she really liked along with her fancy White Chocolate, Banana and Strawberry Souffle. ( yelp.com/biz_photos/rkDYâ€¦ ) More than enough for her to eat even though the gyoza was just an appetizer. Everyone figured that I was going to order the "Ratatouille Tower" since I'm vegetarian and am pretty strict, They were right, but, I learned awhile back that whenever the term "tower" is used on a menu...watch out. ( yelp.com/biz_photos/rkDYâ€¦ ) True to tradition the tower is rather short and narrow. But, it does come with a small Quinoa salad. It looks bigger in the photo than it actually was. In spite of the small portion size, the vegetables were grilled perfectly and there was lots of flavor. The three sauces that were drizzled on really made the dish. 5 stars for flavor. 3 stars for portion. A solid 4 stars from me. If you are vegetarian or are just trying to be healthy I recommend this. Desserts: Small portions but reasonable prices. Check these out! I got the Okinawan Sweet Potato Macadadamia Nut Tart. Very nice dessert. 3.5 stars because a regular scoop of vanilla ice-cream should be used, not a "mini" scoop. Tiki chefs have the chance to make a good dessert great! Use a real ice cream scoop please ! ( yelp.com/biz_photos/rkDYâ€¦ ) Overall: I was impressed and had a good meal. Experienced waiters/waitresses. Great service. Cool location and view. "Tiki" motif is not as obnoxious as you might think....well, OK, maybe it is...( yelp.com/biz_photos/rkDYâ€¦ ) Menu has some great local food. Quality and flavor excellent. Check the prices first because most entrees are $26 plus. Yup, tourist prices! Unfortunately, no Kamaaina discount. Almost forgot: A lady comes around to take your group's photo. Sort of implies that it is free. She was vague on this when i tried to clarify it. So I knew it wasn't going to be free. But the picture was pretty nice. $15 for one $10 each for two.
(4)
Christopher B.

Hostess tells you one thing, servers tell you another. After a ridiculous game of musical chairs and no service, finally up and left. Food might be good if the service wasn't so poor I didn't stick around to try it.
(1)
Kenneth B.

Everything about this place was wonderful!!! The food was absolutely flawless and our server Laura was so wonderful. She and the entire staff made our time in Oahu so much more then we could have imagined! Be sure to order the butterfish, the swordfish and save room for the PB & J Bread-pudding!!
(5)
Gregory T.

Came here during Christmas week so that may explain the lackluster service. Sat outside in the bar area and ordered off the pub menu. The portions are small! So careful how you order. For our family of five, we should have ordered 2 or 3 items as apps and then one dish each. So if the $15 per plate price seems like a good deal, then that may explain it. The first three ahi tuna dishes were all very good. Just small. The wings were average and the quesadillas were good. But we had to wave dramatically at our waitress to get her to come over. The wait staff seemed happy to joke with one another but I didn't see a lot of hustle for the customers which resulted in a lot of complaints. Both neighboring tables lit into our waitress. We did not and was not necessary but definitely was lacking. Average.
(3)
Anderson C.

DAY TREK - At first glance this bar being that it's located at an oceanfront hotel can and will be a tourist trap. However, from what I experienced I'd gladly come here repeatedly not only for their delicious drinks but food as well. Even though I didn't get to try their food as we had plenty of din din to get to I did try their Mai Tai. The taste was sweeter than I would have liked it. I generally like my Mai Tai to have a swift kick that smooths out towards the end. The Mai Tai that I drank would have been more suitable for a lady companion. I do applaud the detail to garnish said Mai Tai with a slice of pineapple, lime and 1 cherry floater. From one bartender to another, that is how your present a drink sir. I also had the displeasure of trying the Kona Longboard Lager. It had medium hops that seemed to get heavy towards the finish. It was definitely NOT my kind of beer. Tiki's Grill & Bar does have Happy Hour specials from 2pm-5pm DAILY and we came in just for that. Nathan, our server who dons a thin handlebar mustache is a good server but more importantly is friendly and knows how to treat the customers. I'd ask for him if you do come here. The view here like more oceanfronts in Hawaii is GORGEOUS. ADDITIONAL TIP - I'm not sure if it is just a seasonal promotion but with your receipt during HH, you can redeem a FREE Mai Tai the next day when making a purchase of equal or greater value. BOGO drink receipt = WIN. NIGHT TREK - They do have live music and on this night the singer was pretty good singing to classic songs like "Sweet Home Alabama" and my personal favorite "Crash" by the Dave Matthew's Band. It definitely made my night. There is also a lady outside the entrance of this bar selling leis for $5 a piece. Make sure if you do buy from her to come early as she does sell out. I came out of my way to ensure that I grabbed 2 of those leis from her before she sold out that night. The ambiance at night is very romantic. Between the dim lighting and the red light district hue that covers the entire outdoor seating area I almost thought that a cabaret show was about to start. I'd settle looking at the hot waitresses and their were a few in the house that evening. There were also a bunch of RUDE Japanese tourists that snapped their fingers, yelling "HEY" a bunch of times to this nice waitress that definitely RUINED her night. Maybe they should post a sign of how NOT to act when dining in the states. The service at night tends to be a bit slower which might have been the main reason the Japanese tourist were getting impatient. Still unacceptable. I would come here again during the day or the night. Their happy hour is from 2-5pm daily. I just wish their happy hours would be extended a bit longer. CON- NO double ordering drinks.
(4)
Nicholas W.

Awesome experience! Great drinks! Great service! Try the Greg Brady wipeout cocktail! It was one of my favorites of the trip! I would also advise to get some appetizers because the entrees are not the largest of portions.
(4)
Sophea R.

The only reason this place deserves 1 star is because of the location. The staff was either incompetent or rude. Case in point #1: A party of 6 of us sat outside of the restaurant near the pool where there are tables and chairs with drink menus on the tables. No one came along, so I went to the hostess, who had bleached blonde hair, and asked her if she could bring us 6 menus and waters. She smiled and said yes. 15 minutes later, a waitress came by and asked if we were intending on ordering, in which case we needed to sit inside the restaurant. What kind of hostess nods and smiles and happily obliges if she can't understand what's being said to her? (When we left we sat back at those tables outside and chatted for a while and noticed that the same thing happened to another group of people. The confusion about whether you get served or not at these tables is obviously a recurring problem. It doesn't take a genius to kindly inform people who sit at these tables that if they want service, they need to sit inside. It's the job of the hostess, of course.) Okay, so after I explained to the waitress what had happened with the hostess she offered to seat us herself. She did and from that point on, the hostess looked at me with accusing eyes. Then came the table, the top of which was about to fall off. After attempting to fix it for 1.5 seconds, our new male waiter gave up and walked away. My brother had to change the table by himself for one that wasn't so wobbly that our water wouldn't spill at the slightest movement, which made our waiter and his colleague mad. Shame on us for actually wanting a stable table! Now it was our waiter's turn to look at us accusingly. There was hardly anyone in the restaurant while we were there, so you would think he would treat us nice to make up in the lost customer with at least a good tip. No, he rushed us through our meal and made us feel like people were waiting for a table. The guy had a serious chip on his shoulder. The food was very average. In conclusion, I, like people before me, have to wonder how this restaurant got such good reviews. The people of Honolulu, especially many of the wait staff, are kind and attentive, but they do not work at this restaurant. There are so many other choices. Take them.
(1)
Hugh S.

Great atmosphere and great service on Christmas day. I ate so much I could hardly move. We plan to return as soon as we can.
(4)
Alina H.

We went here on Christmas Day so I up'd my rating to a 3. I know how overwhelming restaurants can get during the holidays. We initially planned on going to a fancy restaurant. Got dressed up and everything went to the hotel parking was a hassle everything was a hassle decided to go home put on some flip flops and head to tikis. Parking was simple we used valet. Zero wait which was surprising for Waikiki on Christmas. Server was friendly prices were good. Food not the best I had tiki mixed plate shrimp and kalbi guiezoa (that one I liked). Once we got our drinks I think we saw the waiter once or twice more. Again it was Christmas so I know they were busy. Overall It was ok. I will return as the location overlooking the beach was relaxing. Prob keep it to happy hour though :)
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Elizabeth H.

Overall, service was great. Thank you to our waitress for being such a champ. I'll start by saying that the dinner menu is a tad pricey for what it is. However, the location of this place is great; it's close to the beach and has great outdoor seating with a nice view and live music at night. For the night we were there, there was some weird DJ group that just didn't jive with the laid back island vibe. Music outside was far too loud and really annoying considering it was only about 7 pm. Save that kind stuff for the 12 am crowd! This is why we opted for an inside table. Ordered the ahi tuna appetizer, crab dip, and pork pot roast. Ahi tuna wasn't the best I've had in Waikiki. Was a bit tasteless. Crab dip was just OK. But the pork pot roast was amazing! Very tender and flavorful. I'll be dreaming about that later. If you aren't down for hunting a local place to grab some grub (or getting to Duke's early), this place is great.
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Larry A.

Don't come for the drinks! Even though I asked for something strong, all I can taste in the drink is fruit juice. Location is good, overlooking the beach, service is ok, but why pay inflated tourist prices for a bad drink?
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Cheny S.

Came here on the first night of vacation it was so good so we went back on the last night of vacation. Their taro rolls with banana vanilla butter were so addicting! I'm a seafood person, so I ordered buttfish and the seafood combo, they were both amazing! Price is good too, compare to the other restaurants in the area. And last but not least, the great view of the beautiful hawaiian sunset! Strongly recommended!!!!
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Madeline A.

Calamari appetizer was amazingly good. The 1944 Maitai was strong in the best way, not like the other fruity drinks. I am giving it a lower review because, although our server was a really nice guy, our food and drinks took FOREVER, it wasn't busy, food kept being brought to the wrong table before coming to you, and everything else was mediocre.
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Lynn B.

We dined on the patio which contributed to the "Waikiki ambience". My husband had the seafood combo which was delicious and consisted of nice sized portions of seafood. I had filet mignon which was prepared to perfection! House salad was huge and fresh. Service was excellent. After dinner we sat in the patio bar area where we enjoyed listening to a very good band. It was great food and great fun!
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Danielle C.

Overpriced, the drinks are bland, the food is even worse. Paid $14 for what was essentially melted cheese and some regular chips. Stayed for a couple drinks because the duo on the guitars playing live music were fabulous. Great location, great music, terrible food and drinks. Don't bother.
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Lucy E.

So, we stayed in this hotel which was AWESOME but the restaurant... uhhhh, no. We were told to sit anywhere on the Lanai. So, we did. We waited, looked around, figured out what we would drink and were completely ignored. The waiter at the next table over looked at us and did nothing. The woman waiting on the table three down from us looked at us and did nothing. The waitress on the other said saw us and did nothing. Twenty minutes later, I said "nope I can't do this", the lady dropping off candles for the tables said "ooooo, I could get you some menus", I said "no, that's okay, we sat here for twenty minutes, we are just going to go." She said, "oh, okay, bye". What? Craziness. So, it turned out okay because we went down the strip to Jimmy Buffets which was AMAZING. I am sad we didn't have a good experience and I would love to give them another shot but we are headed out.
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Lora S.

We came here on our last night on Oahu. I had the Macadamia crusted fish and he had the pineapple pork roast, both were great, we ended up switching plates. Good friendly waitress and the view at sunset was amazing! Dress is casual.
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Theresa K.

Best to avoid this spot altogether unless your idea of a great dinner is TGIF's while visiting Hawaii. The ambience was cheesy, our sever was high, and the food was terrible & overpriced.
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Gloria W.

Usually, There is a little wait at tiki dinner and no wait at tiki bar. After all the activited today, My bf and i had decided to come here for dinner( 9pm) on an empty stomache. Luckily, we did not have wait for a seat. We chose prime rib and fries & chicken breast linguini. Both were very tasty and filling! Too bad we had a long day, too tired for dessert. Thanks tiki! Our tummies are satisfied! Happy Memorial Day!
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Taylor S.

As a waitress I'm telling you this place sucks! Don't order mixed drinks; No alcohol was detectable in mine and four people agreed, when I asked the waiter if he made a mistake of ordering it non alcoholic he asked if I'd like to buy another shot to put into it so I let it sit on the table the rest of dinner. We asked for a table with a view and they made a huge deal of it, When we switched tables the new waiter advertised different specials than our first. What's going on here? I know that isn't something to do with the industry... He told me to put chicken in my salad and come to find out it tasted was not chicken and tasted like meat that had sat in a can for a few months.I have no idea how this place got high ratings, people must have been wasted coming off boose cruises to think this is good service/food.
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Brent O.

Great ambiance. There were two menus, a bar menu and a full dinner menu. It seems that a lot of the good reviews on yelp are from the bar menu. I would definitely recommend sticking with that one. All the appetizers (coconut shrimp, truffle edamame & kalbi beef gyoza) we ordered were good. The filet mignon was a little too rich with all the sauce that comes with it. Service was great.
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Brad M.

Touristy restaurant with a nice view. We rented a condo nearby and we visited Tiki's due to the proximity. Nothing special, but convenient.
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Philip H.

Great view, good live music and great food. Nice experience all around. Sunsets are awesome from this place.
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Neil R.

Call ahead and make a reservation. Walk in. No waiting and you sit down and enjoy. It seems this place would get busy and QUICK. So call ahead. Permesian crusted chicken, 1944 and Jamaican sunset, obviously cocktails. And they are amazing. Like yo mamas love. Outside patio has a great ambiance. Cool breeze. Cocktails flowing. Good times son. Really friendly and knowledgable staff. I got a chocolate cake (mini) for my bday. So say it's your bday. I really enjoyed my time here. Maybe a little too much. But ya. If you are near here. Def give this place a go. You will enjoy. Cheers.
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Cindy R.

The Kailua pig quesadilla and especially the kalbi gyoza were excellent. The Mai tai was tasty but not a great deal of etoh. Live music. I would come back.
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Melissa S.

Waikiki is a sea of chain restaurants & over-priced hotel restaurants. Tiki's has a local, Hawaiian chef and they serve delicious food with Island flair! I recommend the pork BBQ appetizer. It was very flavorful & the serving was generous. My server, Laura was incredibly nice & attentive & made my experience even better!
(4)
Ankur J.

Great spot for some music, drink specials and nice food (fairly priced compared to Waikiki standards)
(4)
Crystal C.

I came here 2 times about 5 years ago and the service was atrocious both times, so I hadn't bothered to come back...until recently. Ate here twice in the last 2 months, and the service, food, and drinks were great both times. Our server was Luis and he was really cool. Ordered from the regular dinner menu and not the bar menu. Luis suggested two things right off the bat. I ordered the 2 items and was greatly pleased. First, the Mai Tai...strong and tasty. Then the Prime Rib for locals...awesome and full of flavor. I did order it rare, and initially I thought the piece served was more towards Med-Rare. It was still delicious none the less. The portion was filling even when shared between my fiance and I. The garlic mash served with it did not disappoint either. I only got 2 bites of that and the fiance inhaled the rest. The Calamari Katsu was also delicious. But I wish I ate the appetizers all before digging into the Prim Rib. After a bite of the Prime Rib nothing else came close.
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Matthew S.

Overall I had an excellent experience. Drinks were good a little pricey. I had kalua pork quesadilla and it was surprisingly filling. My gf had a portabello mushroom wrap which was terrible. There was no cheese or mushroom, only the tiniest bit. The manager came to us, gave us a fast and fresh soup/wrap instead as a replacement, then gave us a free appetizer to come back to. Although initially it was a bad experience, I gave it 5 stars because it truly seemed like an accident and the hospitality was perfect. The server was extremely caring. I've been here a few times and even with this, I was far from disappointed. We both left very happy, I recommend in you're in town!
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Jericka B.

Drinks were good (and served in a little tiki souvenir cup) and the purple burger is still something I talk about... and I've been home for almost a week. I'd check it out if you're in town and looking for something casual with a great view near Waikiki.
(4)
M W.

We sat at the bar waiting for a table, we wound up eating at the bar. Good food, great service considering how busy they were!
(4)
Mary F.

It was super busy so our service was below average. Calamari appetizer was really awesome but was not hot - temperature-wise. When I complained, they took care of it and that was a nice touch but not my goal. We had to ask several times for refills on drinks, additional water, then we were too frustrated to have dessert. The location is fabulous. We were lucky enough to sit outside. Good live music. Butter fish entree - nothing special but we wanted something local. Waitress was a great conversationist, but I wouldn't go back. I would like to try and few of the amazing looking drinks. Get a reservation.
(3)
M H.

Our bartender Kevin is awesome! He made my 21st bday so memorable and so awesome!!!! Ordered lots of drinks, food was great wonderful. Randy the manager came to check on us. Definitely bragged about Kevin to him.
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Andre S.

Took my wife to the Tiki's Bar and Grill for Mother's Day Brunch. Had an absolute blast. The entire staff was friendly and nice. Food and Drinks were awesome. Will definitely be looking for reasons to return.
(4)
Coco C.

One of my favorite places to take guests in from the mainland, to get a more local experience. Wonderful view of the sunset, great music (not too loud for those wanting to also chat), great service, interesting beverages, and the food is good, reasonably priced, and a nice variety to choose from. The bartenders are the best too - always friendly, thanks Matt! Free 3 hour valet parking is a bonus.
(4)
Allison S.

View excellent, food is sad, like a tiki Applebee's. No imagination or flavor. I'm disappointed it has the review level it does.
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Larry V.

Another fabulous experience at Tiki's! The sampler platter is perfect for two. We added a side of crispy fries (HUGE and only $3), because I'm a glutton. It comes with seven things on the platter! Delicious Chicken Katsu, lightly drizzled in its own so special sauces; Lightly breaded whitefish with its own creamy white sauce on the side; delectable boneless Kalbi ribs, with accompanying kimchi; as well as sides of rice and macaroni salad. Only $14, and clearly the best value item on the lunch menu (sadly, not available on the dinner menu). As an added bonus, happy hour drinks (2 PM to 5 PM) are very reasonable. Bottled and draft beers only $2.50, and assorted others at great prices as well. The service is also top-notch. As I mentioned before, the location and atmosphere/view of/from this restaurant is hard to beat! You just can't miss at Tiki's. It remains one of our favorites!
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Melessa V.

Compliments to our server Daniel but the young lady who delivered our food with the black framed glasses said that my friends food "looked like barf eww." Very unprofessional on her part. We will never come back here again! The termite infestation is horrible and it is hott!!!
(2)
Stephanie F.

The kalbi pot stickers are the bomb! The lettuce cups and prime rib poke are also winners. The service is awesome and view is spectacular not to mention drink specials and live entertainment! Love this place.
(5)
Victor L.

Awesome view! We walked up to the second floor and sat down at the bar for Happy Hour. Happy Hour is from 2:00 - 5:00 pm. We went overboard with the $5 Maitais and Blue Hawaiians. :) Good thing our hotel was only a block away. Sure this place is very touristy. But they did a great job. Very soothing and relaxing atmosphere with an excellent view of the beach. The sun hitting ocean and shining through the trees kept us mesmerized. Sunset from this vantage point was spectacular. A live band plays nearby to add to the mood.
(4)
Denise T.

Great view, friendly service and great entertainment. Did I mention Long Board beer only 3.00$$$$$$$!!!!!!!! (Tuesday special) 3 thumbs up
(4)
Michi M.

First time here - and the Yelp reviews did not disappoint! The food, location and service were excellent. A Yelper recommended the 1944 drink, and so do I! Also enjoyed the cheeseburger and Korean tacos. Would definitely return!
(5)
Bea M.

Food isn't the most amazing but service is. So is the view. Overall I like this place but the food is so so. They have different themes on different days and that's pretty cool.
(4)
Mark C.

The view is really good. That is what you are paying for. I had the pulled pork sandwich. It tasted delightful. We sat facing the beach. It was a great time with coworkers and I hope we have the chance to do it again. I gave it 4 stars since the menus that were given to us were kind of sticky. This location is located on the second floor.
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Craig R.

Monday 7:15, 20 min wait so we sat on the deck in the bar. What a great choice! Tiki's is located on the 2nd floor next to the Marriott... good view of Waikiki beach, the sunset, with lively live music. Outside had more bar type food than inside. (Fries instead of veggies). Place was packed mostly with tourists. Drinks were strong, food was good and the breeze was cool. What else do you want? Service maybe not speedy but was reasonable considering the crowd and we really didn't want someone hovering. Biggest negative is the parking. We tried to find a meter near the Marriott but ended up parking at the Zoo and walking back.
(4)
Christina B.

Great location, view, service. They alway have good drinks and food. If you want to share appetizers or have fish tacos you will not be disappointed. Live entertainment at night.
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Eve K.

Really enjoyed this scenic spot for drinks and snacks. 4.4 stars Food: 4.3, Service: 4.2, Atmosphere: 4.5 Cost to worth it rating: 4 Eve award: best twist on a kalua pork quesadilla Highlights: - Kalua pork quesadilla: standard Hawaiian pork and cheese but really liked the twist of using purple taro tortillas - Kalbi gyoza: crispy fried exterior and packed full of Korean seasoned beef - Mai tais: the hub and I have been sampling these each visit to Hawaii for several years and this was a pretty good one - View: elevated on the 3rd floor overlooking beautiful Waikiki beach. Ahh, can't beat that. Outdoor or covered seating. - Nightlife: music and activity with a good amount of people come dark - Kalbi beef: tastiest and best quality item on the mixed platter - Happy hour drinks: $5 mai tais and some $3 wells like rum and coke - Service: friendly attentive staff - Pool to go: we ordered drinks and snacks to eat by the pool--way better than the sad stand by the side of the pool - Opentable reservations: always Iike getting more points Lowlights: - No happy hour food specials Enjoyed the few times we had food and drinks from here and would love to come back on our next visit.
(4)
Anna T.

I went to Tiki's a couple of weeks ago with my mother when she was here visiting me. I could not have been happier with the service, food, or atmosphere. Tiki's food was absolutely fantastic and our server, Kelsie, was absolutely, hands-down, one of the best servers that I have had on island. She was on top of everything and I actually watched her handle a very difficult table with courtesy and respect. The food was perfection - my only regret was that I couldn't eat that one last bite! I have been here a couple times and I have never had anything less than delicious. The atmosphere is great too. The live music is great, and sitting out on the Lanai at sunset is basically the most content that I have ever been. It is a beautiful place, the service was perfect, and the food is incredible. I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting, or even just heading down to Waikiki for a date night. I just wish I could give it more than 5 stars!
(5)
Aaron R.

Ate here on my one-year wedding anniversary. Both my wife and I enjoyed the food although it wasn't the best we had during our trip. My wife got the mixed grill and I got the BBQ pulled pork sandwich. It's a short walk from the zoo parking lot so getting there wasn't an issue. There is plenty of seating overlooking the beach which was really nice. It's an excellent location with a nice beach right across the street.
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Jessica H.

Had our wedding reception at the Coconut Club which is a function room on the 21st floor of the Aston Waikiki Beach. The food was catered by Tiki's. At first I was hesitant because I'm from Vancouver and knew nothing about the food/hotel. Alyssa, Tiki's coordinator is amazing and easy to work with. The views are even better in real life and photos don't do it justice. Everyone at our wedding loved the food and still talks about it! The staff were amazing and ready to assist any way they could. On Fridays there are fireworks so we were also able to see a fireworks show! Destination wedding or not The Coconut Club is the place to get married in Waikiki!
(5)
Denise H.

The fish dishes here are pretty fabulous. What I don't suggest ANYONE order is the focaccia bread sandwich thing with dip for the filling. That's right - DIP. Like a spinach artichoke dip. It should remain as a dip and not smothered inside a sandwich. It was waaaay too heavy and didn't go right with the cup of soup they offered. Although the pork rolls were free (because we got a free picture redeemed), they were not very warm and not very tasty. Also wouldn't suggest it. The mugs are fun though! Get them during happy hour and fill it with your favorite beverage so that it's super cheap! (You also get a little more for your money if you fill it with beer during happy hour - That thing holds way more than a pint!)
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Jelena R.

Tiki's is in a great location with an awesome view and yummy drinks. Great place to grab lunch or just hang out at night. During our stay in Waikiki we visited Tiki's at least three times. First night I ordered the quesadilla and mango pina colada (so yummy)!!!! Next time we visited was for lunch, (their lunch menu is the best) I ended up ordering the bbq pulled pork sandwich, which I highly recommend with a banana pina colada (mango is still better, they were out of mango so I went with banana). Then we returned for dinner and ended up getting the half poi pounder burger, which had no flavor, and a blue Hawaii for a drink. Everything was great other than the costumer service was slow.
(4)
Mary M.

The kalbi beef potstickers were to die for. The Korean tacos were fabulous. The Kona Longboard Lager was excellent. Staff was wonderful and friendly. Come here. You can,t miss!
(5)
Dawn H.

The drinks are amazing but the food is not only expensive but it's very average. The view is amazing & they have great music.
(4)
Tommy S.

Typically I try to stay away from Waikiki establishments when I come to Hawaii. There are way better places to eat at but the view in Waikiki and the mobility is just too good to pass up sometimes. The atmosphere, weather, drinks and service were all well above par. You just can't beat sitting at the top and people watch and look at the view and just think about how great life is. Nothing beats that one moment when you see the sun set and just not have a care in the world. Having the wind gust in your face while drinking a "Lava Flow" (don't judge me I'm in Hawaii)! Great place to dine and relax and just hang out. The food however could have been much better. I had the Loco Moco and it just felt like it was burnt. It had this massive smokey taste to it and I didn't really much care for it. The rice also was just not done well. But, I had that idea coming in and didn't expect much from the food. We just came to enjoy the view and have a few drinks and while we were at it grab a bite to eat. I don't have much expectations at any restaurants inside Waikiki with the exception of a few places. But come and relax and try it out just enjoy yourself. It's a great view and experience but don't expect too much from the food.
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Shawn C.

I've been coming to Tiki's for many years; it's one of my favorite places to dine in Waikiki. When people visit me from the Mainland I always take them to Tiki's for the fun atmosphere, stunning sunsets over Waikiki Beach, and a very creative menu that is beautifully executed. There are plenty of bad places to eat on the strip, but I have yet to be disappointed at Tiki's. Their chefs are very imaginative, creating unique and delicious dishes using the freshest local ingredients. Plates come to your table so beautifully arranged that you will probaby want to snap a picture of it for your friends back home. Dinner is somewhat pricey, but you can opt for pupus on the lanai (the Prime Rib Poke is amazing!). Inside is lunch/dinner menu only except at the bar. Tiki's also has some of the best mixologists in town. They have designed some really good drinks over the years. Be sure to have the 1944 Mai Tai. It's Tiki's take on the traditional Mai Tai, made with fresh fruit juices, three kinds of rum, and a float of lilikoi cream on top - but don't have too many or they'll be carrying you out of there! Parking is easy, too! Three hours free valet parking downstairs at the Aston Waikiki.
(5)
Alice Y.

3 stars for happy hour mai tai ($5). It had a cute presentation of an umbrella and fruit decorating the rim. Though it was not too sweet and served in a good sized cup, the drink itself was relatively weak. I also didn't like the taste of the orange juice; it seemed like it was from concentrate. Overall, I wouldn't pay full price for it.
(3)
Bernadette M.

This place is definitely for the tourists. In the bar/outdoor area alone, the food was pretty expensive for mediocre food. I mean, you can find much better tasting and real Hawaiian food if you know where to look in the Waikiki area. For $9 I got three little nacho chips. Really--just 3 pieces of stale chips stuffed with some pork and other stuff. This place is right off the beach so I can see how its convenient for people to just pop in. You can tell a lot of locals avoid this place. I did, however, like the live bands playing. Its a great place to listen to music and chill with a drink.
(3)
Amanda L.

Louis, our server, rocked. Food was great. Made an open table reservation for 5pm. Arrived at 4:45 and got the best seat in the house by the rail, facing the ocean. Drinks were strong and came fast, just like my hubby.
(4)
Kathy U.

Service was good. Guava Baby Back ribs were "Awesome" Pan Roasted Duck was pretty good, too. We saw another table getting the prime rib - it was HUGE and looked great. We might have tried it except that we had eaten prime rib recently. Dessert - Lilikoi Creme Brulee was great, too. We had a lanai table and enjoyed the scenic view of the beach.
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Wendy C.

Came in for dinner during storm Flossie. Thankfully I had made reservations, because when I walked in I heard the wait was around 1 hour and 45 minutes @.@ Upon being seated, we were served warm taro rolls with this interesting banana vanilla butter. Sounds better than it actually tasted. You would think the banana vanilla spread would have more flavor, but in reality it tasted like straight up butter with a slight fragrance of banana. I think the taro rolls were sweeter than the spread. I enjoyed the rolls more without any spread. We ordered two cocktails to start off with. If you request, you can ask for the cocktails without the souvenir cup and take $5 off of your drink. We got the love potion and a mango pina colada. The love potion was a little strong for me, with a distinct taste of rum but the pina colada was soooo tasty. Good for those that like the girly sweet drinks! For the Appetizer we ordered the nachos and coconut shrimp. The Kahlua Pork nachos (which are actually just three nacho cups.. and not really nachos) were decent but disappointing. I was looking forward to the classic nachos... so when there were just three little tortilla cups with the filling.. I was pretty bummed. The coconut shrimp was fried extra crispy and came on a bed of your typical plum sauce. Quite tasty. We were not too hungry when we came in for dinner so we only ordered one entree to share. We decided on the Guava glazed baby back ribs and that was easily the tastiest dish of the night. The ribs were nice and smokey and the bbq sauce was on point with the acidity and the sweetness. Food wise, I wish there was more of a selection to choose from, but there is definitely no shortage of drink choices.
(3)
Eric P.

Great food presented quite nicely in good sized portions. With all you can eat taro rolls and banana butter. There are two sides to this restaurant too. One with a full menu and the other with less of a menu, but live music and a bar. The reviews regarding bad service were not consistent with our experience. This is also probably as nice a restaurant you'll find while remaining casual.
(5)
Will G.

Atmosphere was great and server friendly but good was only ok the coconut shrimp where great but then order the prime rib the special of the night. It came out stone cold and then when asked the server took it back and then came out with a piece they had clearly pan cooked and way overdone and it was still only like warm. Great Mia Tia but poor food sorry to say. Would say worth a try but for price and competition ehhhhhhh
(3)
Steven S.

Incredible service, fantastic food: The Garlic Shrimp with SpÃ¤tzle off the hook! Melt in your mouth Ribs, steak excelentÃ¨!! Our Bday dinner with Blowing Conches, Leys & Lilikoi dessert yummmm ! Can't wait to return!!!
(5)
Jasmin J.

My second shot at Tiki's definitely redeemed itself. I had the Miso butterfish and lots of sangria and I was not disappointed. Sangria was not on the menu but the bartender went out of their way to make it happen. Also, my experiences during large dinner parties are never perfect, usually because of inexperienced waiters. But our waiter that night took care of 12 people so smoothly that I would definitely go there again!
(4)
Thomas G.

Tikis was a restaurant that my wife and I went to as a goof and had no expectation of enjoying the food. We were both extraordinarily surprised that we really liked it. Tikis is located in the Aston Hotel and has a kitschy tiki theme going on. It was so corny that it made us both laugh. For some reason the ambience brought an unexpectedly good vibe to the place. We expected the drinks would be good and they did not disappoint. My wife had a Mai tai and I had a lava flow. Both came in these silly tiki cups that you get to keep. I was really bummed when mine broke on the way back to NY as I was looking forward to using it for pens in my office. I ordered the barbecued ribs which were quite simply excellent (and I take my ribs seriously!!). My wife had Opa and really enjoyed it. I was floored that we both liked the food so much at this silly place, but there you have it. I discovered later that Tikis has a very well reviewed chef. The waiter was very efficient and attentive so no complaints there. All in all a surprisingly good experience!!! I will have to return next year as I really want a replacement tiki cup for my office!
(4)
Ksenia C.

Was not impressed with service. Actually worse. We had come up to the hostess to ask if there were drink specials, she said yes, bit wasn't sure what they were. So we sat at the bar area. Waitress finally came and when I asked what the specials were, she snapped at us with a loud sigh and an annoyed "none" rolled her eyes, followed by "what do you want". We just walked straight out.
(1)
Joshua F.

My wife and I made a reservation about 3 hours ahead of time. I requested a view of the sunset. Not only did we get a table with a view of the sunset the server and hosts had looked up what time sunset was. Our server was highly knowledgeable and punctual. Anytime my wife, or myself, needed anything (including a picture) he turned up ready to help. Food arrived quickly and piping hot! The presentation of the food was very well done. And my wife very much enjoyed the Honolulu Lughts drink! Thanks again to our awesome server Ken!
(5)
Dana B.

Our server Serena was super nice & very knowledgeable of the different dishes. We had a great experience...our best so far!
(5)
Keala H.

Won't here with my brother and sister and law for lunch before we went to The Honolulu Zoo. What we had is pictured below. CHRIS our server approaches us and asks us if we want anything to drink besides water. Kind of rude....... We place our orders and I order a seared ahi salad. He aks me how I would like the fish cooked. I said SEARED! What an idiot! He gives us our drinks and we get our entrees with silverware no napkins, he gives us 4 bar napkins. My sister in law asks us for a straw for her water. 10 minutes later he's serving the table next to us and Still no straw for my pregnant sister in law. By then I was irritated. Average food, junk junk service. As we left I told the hostess that he sucked!
(1)
Holly G.

I've been here many times over my visits to Oahu, and since moving here, including lunch with friends and husband on my wedding day. The view is lovely, service is efficient and friendly, even when the restaurant is busy. The atmosphere is friendly and fun, in the evenings there are tiki torches and live music. The smaller tables feel nice and personal, making for a cozy date night or lunch with friends. The food is a little pricy, but in my opinion, totally worth it for the quality. The pork dishes are delicious, and the appetizers are easily large enough to share between two. The lunch menu is cheaper but just as good. Service was fast and friendly with attentive, cheerful staff who are keen to recommend dishes and drinks to customers. The drink menu is extensive, with cocktails and wines for every taste. I don't drink alcohol but I enjoy a fancy cocktail as much as anyone, and they were happy to serve me a virgin cocktail in a coconut cup so that I didn't feel left out with the rest of my party. I would recommend anyone check Tiki's out when they're in Waikiki, valet parking and their position right on the main street makes it an easy spot to drive or walk to, lunch menu is cheaper if you just want a taste of what they have to offer, and dinner is wonderful for a date or small party.
(4)
Carrie S.

Tikis was such an awesome place to eat at !! The waitress was super nice and came to our table many times to check on us! I def recommend this place in Hawaii !!
(5)
Kathy F.

Sarah, we love your service!!!! We absolutely love Tikis. Every employee greets us with a smile and we always leave totally full and satiated. We often order the Kama'aina special: prime rib, garlic mashed potatoes and grilled veggies...all for less than $20.00. It comes with pure horseradish, so I ask for some sour cream to cut the radish. We brought our own bottle of wine and were charged $15.00 for corkage fee. That's ok with us as it was a great wine and we were wining and dining ON VALENTINES DAY in Waikiki with FREE valet parking.
(5)
Taru R.

Daily Happy Hour $3 - 6 drinks! Relaxing atmosphere on the patio. Live music was great! Bar food a bit pricey avg price $12. Overall I recommend ****
(4)
Christina H.

Our server Lindsay was wonderful. She was very helpful with making recommendations which were spot on. Both the food & drinks were great. For pupus, we had the calamari steak and ahi tartare stack, and both were deliciously amazing. For mains we had the miso tofu salad (it was really salty, almost salt water salty), the house salad with lilikoi dressing (very light and refreshing but just a step up from average), and the the blackened mahi mahi (good, but it didn't blow us out of the water like the calamari steak). To finish up we had the lilikoi creme brÃ»lÃ©e and the molten chocolate s'mores with coconut marshmallow creme. They look like little tarts with molten chocolate middle, marshmallow creme, and crisp graham cracker crust. Best s'mores of my life! Everything was yummy, one of our best meals on Oahu and service was good. However, I'm giving it 4 stars because it was ridiculously busy on Saturday night and guests were aggressively pushy at the bar while we were waiting for a table. We ended up leaving and coming back on a week night.
(4)
Anastasia D.

Beautiful view, amazing live music, good food, super friendly staff! Especially I want to thank Arvydas, Adam & Ryan for being so awesome!!! I was traveling alone and they made my evenings so enjoyable and fun! This guys are THE BEST!! They're doing their job perfectly, so you can trust their choice and will never be disappointed!! :)
(5)
Joe K.

This place is OK. But we didn't think it lived up to all the great reviews. The fish was better quality than what we get on the mainland, but it wasn't seasoned very well. The cocktails were really quite bad. The two we got were watered down fruit juices with very little alcohol in them. We were generally underwhelmed by the food in Waikiki and this place was no exception.
(3)
Jasmine l.

Our waiter tried to convince us that Tiki's meant to serve us a ruined steak. My husband's family and friends were visiting over Christmas and we recommended Tiki's - we've been here dozens of times before, as we often recommend it to out of town guests. There's lots of space, live music, and great views. This was definitely our worst experience so far. Now, disclosure, I've never found the food at tiki's to be amazing, but the view is great and the service is usually fine. This time, we got stuck with a bad waiter. He just didn't seem to want to serve us. That would have been moderately acceptable (we all have bad days), except that one of us got a steak that was burned on one side. Not seared. Actually burned; hard, carbonized black bits that made the rest of the steak taste burned. We figured that this wasn't intentional because the underside of the steak was not charred or seared at all. We pointed out to the waiter that this steak was burned beyond repair, and the waiter DISAGREED. Our waiter, who, as far as I know, does not need to pay for this ruined steak himself, tried to tell us that the steak was "meant to be like this", and then made a comment about how "this happens when the grill is so busy" (Yes, these two thoughts are contradictory). We argued that the underside of the steak was not charred at all. The waiter grudgingly took the steak back, and replaced it. Due to his attitude, we wondered if he would spit in the food or something. I get it: it's Christmas week, it's busy, the grill is super busy. I also waitressed in a busy bar/restaurant for 6 years, and I consider myself a reasonable, considerate customer. I would never have argued with a customer who was not satisfied with a meal. If everyone can see/taste that a steak is blackened beyond repair, why try to debate the point? Further, this is a $35 steak. This is not a $10.99 Good to Grill special (sidebar, Good to Grill has NEVER served me a ruined, burned steak). Although my own meal was good (beachboy combo - shrimp and scallops with risotto), I was completely horrified by the attitude of this server.
(1)
Joseph B.

It's bit on the pricey but its good. It's good to try at least once but do not make a habit of going there often as the menu is small and feels like a random assortment of food. I am not sure if it is more of a seafood place or grill. The bar is pretty good as well. A place to wait for a table.
(4)
Jessica C.

They have managed to blow my mind for the second time. Sean served us this time and he was fabulous. I got the mixed plate and I must say the marlin was cooked to perfection and the entire plate is highly recommendable. Thank you Sean and thank you Tiki's. Mahalo.
(5)
Brock S.

Good food and drinks in a great location! Seating staff seem to be struggling with the concept of customer service though, as 2/3 times we experienced poor communication and bad attitudes. The third time we simply turned around and left...make sure you visit Lulu's around the corner!
(2)
Blind S.

Had the crusted fish, wontons, and the free taro bread. Everything was pretty awesome, would go again although it was kind of expensive. Not more than any other waikiki restaurant though
(5)
Jen H.

This place is on the second floor just next to the Marriott. A nice patio view of the ocean during the day. On Saturday night, they have a guitarist and a bass playing acoustic music all night with their own Hawaiian twist to it. They play a lot of classic songs that's fitting for a tropical island...you can always go up and request your song that you would like them to play. 8 out of 10 times, they will know the song. Just don't expect em' to play a song like 'Pumped up Kids'. Their Pina Colada are quite delicious, so make sure to get one here. I also ordered their ahi poke that I was not in favor of. Their fish seemed a little bit too old and over marinated with their soy sauce. I also thought that the bed of arugula that they had underneath was way too bitter for my taste. Yuck! The dish itself would have been a one star out of five. Fortunately, their live music and Pina Colada makes up for the other three! Don't expect this place to be party central since its on the south end of the strip, but it is a cool place to chill out on a Saturday night!
(4)
Sylvia H.

Here for my birthday. Great way to finish off the perfect day! Entertainment is excellent, good food, love the Mai tai's and great atmosphere. I'll come back....
(4)
Jill D.

A fun touristy tiki restaurant with a large menu sure to please anyone. The waitress was upbeat and helpful and patient with our large group who filtered in and out throughout the night. We did not know until after we had finished our meal, but validated valet parking is available.
(4)
Stephanie A.

Not bad but nothing spectacular. Just another Bar & Grill in Waikiki. I got a Strawberry Margarita and my husband got a Mai Tai, both were good. We also got the Kalbi beef gyoza which were good. Like I said, it was good just not a "Must Try" when you're coming to Hawaii.
(3)
Theodore P.

Excellent food and good service. I highly recommend the half pound burger. Not too loud not a sit and hush hush kind of place either. Laid back and enjoy your self with or with out a friend. Family friendly.
(4)
Us G.

We spent a week in Oahu & visited Tiki's twice mostly for the edamame which was so yummy & surprisingly filling for just being soy beans. The truffle butter/oil & crunchy garlic made this dish so good! We would've given this place 4 stars for appetizer, music, good ambiance & nice staff but the Mai Tais were pretty weak. Their one "1944 Mai Tai" was real strong however but we found that out too late. We will def stop by there again next time we vacation at Waikiki though & order the 1944 Mai Tai!
(3)
Becky W.

In the past year, I had to travel to Honolulu for work, I know, I know, poor baby. The first trip, my colleague and I ate at several different restaurants but this was by far, my favorite and very reasonably priced and great food and service. In the following trips, I made it a point to go to the Tiki. The last trip, I brought a friend with me who was celebrating her 50th and we ate here almost every day for at least one meal and sometimes lunch and dinner. Service was great, entertainment was nice and the food was amazing. I ate at a local Mexican restaurant while in Honolulu and it was awful. Some commented on how the Mexican restaurant was pricy because it was in Waikiki but so is Tiki and it was very reasonably priced and the food was superior to some of the other 4 and 5 star restaurants I ate at on my first time to HI. I wish I could come back so I could eat at the Tiki yet again.
(5)
Chris R.

We started with dinner which was quite delicious. I got the Ginger Soy Glazed Salmon which I could eat everyday. I got a Lava Flow which was rather tasty. Nathan was our server and was a delight. He was there when we needed him and was happy to tell us his favorites on the menu. Later we strolled over to the bar and had a few drinks. Their New Old Fashion is wonderful and we had Michael as our server and he had some great drink recommendations!
(5)
H. C.

Great place for a tropical drink and also for Dinner...nice views from the balcony and staff is friendly.
(4)
Cang H.

I had the prime rib poke, and it was so delicious! I couldn't wait to come back again.
(5)
Vincent K.

Been coming to Tikis ever since it opened and they've definitely reinvented their food quality and selection. The new Chef Ronnie has done a amazing job, and really like all of the email updates and specials I get from Michael in Marketing. Enjoyed the $25 gift card I received since I was on their mailing list! Their chocolate pasta is AMAZING, as is their calamari katsu! One of my top choices to go for sunset pau hana and live music.
(5)
Lauren P.

We had a party of 5 and two tried the butter fish (so salty), shrimp (it was tasty) and the salmon. The bread they serve lacked taste, service was slow and our server kept forgetting what we asked, I thought the live band played same music over and over again. After 150 bill, I didn't think the food, service and the experience was worth coming back. However I thought the location was nice. I would not come here again though. I would rather go to Duke's for the same price and much better food.
(2)
Tony M.

We absolutely loved this place! Happy hour was great for drinks! Our server Ken was awesome! He was knowledgeable about the menu, and kept checking on us through our whole visit. The spinach pesto dish was delicious , mouthwatering, and you can add shrimp or parmesan crusted chicken. I added both! Also their coconut shrimp was great as well, although for six shrimp it was $14. Little pricy. With our drinks you can add a souvenir cup for $5. I got the tall fb player and my gf got the coconut cup. The fish tacos were also good. Overall, bc of our server Ken, we had an amazing time here!
(5)
Amy B.

Great view! Kids meals were great! Each kid got their own frisbee and souvenir cup with kid meal. Items clearly marked gluten free which is awesome! Parked on street with parking meter.
(5)
Zuck L.

Good is so-so. Table wasn't clean when we were seated. The worse part is the waiter didn't check after serving our meals. We had to wait 20 minutes for the waiter to bring us the check, and he then again mistakenly have the check to the wrong table. It's another 10 minutes until we got our credit card back. I asked the waiter why it took so long and he simply said nothing.
(1)
Brandon T.

Food is ok at best. I will not eat here again. Service was friendly, but nothing spectacular. There are more places to try in Waikiki.
(2)
Nichole B.

The location was nice; we had outside seating with a great view. The food was average, a little bland... the prices were reasonable. The service was poor. I believe it was because we were not 'dressed' as nice as others and the waiter probably thought he wouldn't get a good tip from us so he didn't want to 'waste' his time with us. The people next to us got there after we did, but the waiter (the same waiter as ours) tended their table much better. he checked up on them more often, ensured their food was good or if they needed anything. He only came to us to take our drink order, our food order and then that was it. I had to request a dessert menu and had to chase someone else down to fix a problem with our order. The waiter went to the table next to us and gave them clean napkins and spoons for their dessert. we couldn't track him down, so we used a dirty utensil that came wrapped up in our initial set of utensils, and no napkin. He eventually brought the bill and at that time decided to start being nice. When he brought the check I inquired to see if they were short waiters or if someone didn't show up for their shift (b/c service was so poor). He said, "no everyone showed up today; we're all here.." and proceeded to talk about some other things. I was a waitress at one point in time and I would've given better service even if we were short-staffed... so he was well below the standard I would have expected. I was more than generous with my tip even though the service was poor. If he provided better service, he would've been in for a treat...
(2)
Des M.

If we could give more stars we would! This place and the staff completely made our vacation. Amaaaazing food, friendly staff , great vibe. Jayme and Sean are just a couple of the bartenders there made the experience just that much better. Hats off to you two! Fabulous entertainment there as well. A+++++. Mahalo!!!! :). Sincerely, Brad and Dez
(5)
Christi S.

Very much enjoyed the service staff, food & beverages at Tiki's during my stay at the Aston Waikiki hotel. Cannot say enough about how friendly and accommodating the staff were. The live music at night was also a highlight!
(5)
Greg T.

My wife and I stayed at the Marriott across the street and noticed the place was always full. So, Friday night (11/29/13) we decided to venture over (and up). Place was full but we found a table in the bar area. We were met immediately by the server, Alex I think her name was. Extremely friendly and attentive. We only ordered two rounds of drinks but everyone around us seemed to be enjoying their food and drinks. We watched two bands play and had a very nice time. The service couldn't have been better and the drinks, for being a beach bar, were reasonably priced. We'd visit again next trip to the area. Our 2 cents. Greg T.
(4)
Angela R.

This review is for the bar area: Great service- waitress was so patient and accommodating, even though my mom was super picky and we ha such a huge group Great location- right on the Waikiki strip Great entertainment- live Hawaiian music by two talented women Good food- food was good, not amazing, but overall experience made it well worth it.
(5)
Michael M.

On one of our last nights on the islands and decided to give this place a shot Computers went down but servers did their best to keep up until the system was back up. Prime rib special was excellent. Really tender and good flavor. Clam chowder was also really rich and tasty. My wife and I enjoyed ourselves and will definitely go back again.
(4)
Nicole B.

Spent a lot of time at tikis while on vacation... A few of the nights we had mike as our sever out on the patio and he is AWESOME!!!! The kind of attitude that makes you want to keep drinking there, because he makes you feel like you truly are on vacation and has that "party" spirit! Food was also great, but overpriced for my liking. Nachos were amazing, but lets be real... 3 Tostito's scoopers filled with meat cheese and guac? For what $15? C'mon! I understand that rent must be outrageous right on the beach, but with those prices we just drank there and went elsewhere for food. One night we did dine in, ( just because we had a gift card) Christian was our sever and he was also outstanding!!! My husband had the crusted mahi (TO DIE FOR) and I branched and had the pancetta.... Don't recommend. A lot of good flavors going on, but somehow tasted bland. If you want a drink to give you a good buzz, the 1944 Mai tai is where it's at! Also, this as the only place we found that carried Red Hook beer, huge plus for my husband! Overall pretty good, great view and great ambiance.
(4)
Emi H.

If there's one thing you MUST TRY at Tiki's, it's their CHOCOLATE PASTA. Don't ask questions. Don't think about it. TRUST that I know what is good for you. And order it as soon as HUMANLY POSSIBLE! Carbs + chocolate + fresh mint + drizzles of cream and rasberry syrups = A dish to add to your Yelp Bucket List. You can thank me later by naming your next child after me. Free valet parking with validation at the Aston Waikiki Hotel, so there's no excuses!
(5)
Karl W.

Although we didn't get the front row ocean view, the food and service totally made up for it. The food is a solid 4 star, but our server Ted really earned that extra star for his attentiveness. I recommend the butter fish and the duck.
(5)
Kim S.

Accidentally stopped by on $2 taco Tues. TIP: The 1st 100 folks get a free (Kona brewery) beer!
(3)
Janna B.

Second time I have been to Tiki's, this time had a much better visit. Manager Randy, is the best! He invited us back to restaurant after having a un-enviable experience the first time at Tiki's. Randy really catered to us, and made a 180 turnaround on our impression of Tiki's Grill. Service by our waitress, Nikki, was great! She was exceptional! I guess service really depends on who you get as a server here. The waiter (older guy with a pony tail) we had the first time was horrible, in comparison to Nikki's service yesterday. Got a beautiful front seat view out on the terrace. Had a great meal! I had the butterfish, huge piece of fish, that was delicious. Sauce was a little tart/sour, but sauce was only on bottom of plate, so fish was fine without it. Had a delicious Monkey drink, you gotta try that one. Lava flow was good too, but not after having the Monkey! Shared the green tea butter cake with Bubbies ice cream for dessert, and it was phenomenal (thanks to busboy's recommendation, thanks!). Going back for the Monkey and green tea butter cake FOR SURE!!! By the way, if you're local, ask for Kama'aina special between 5 and 7!! I will be taking my niece back here when she comes to visit next! Give her the whole tourist experience! Thanks Randy and Nikki!!!
(5)
James W.

Great location and drinks. The food was decent. Nothing to go crazy about. Prices are high, but reasonable for the location. You expect to shell out more for a restaurant that caters to tourist located in a prime area. Service was polite but getting our food and drinks was really slow. I think it took about 45 minutes for our food to come out after we ordered it. If you get a table on the balcony overlooking Waikiki beach like we did, you realize you are really paying for the view. Which is really nice.
(4)
Richard C.

Excellent service. Good food. Great view of the Ocean. At the end of beach by Marriott Hotel. Worth the visit.
(4)
Laura K.

The owner Bill has reached out and was apologetic about the food and service. It sounds like it could of been an off night at the restaurant. I appreciate him reaching out and would try this place again just for him reaching out.
(2)
Mo M.

I think people gives this place great reviews because they in Hawaii and feelin' hyped. Ordered the special and got half a glass as compared to the picture and by drink standards that's a no no. Bloody Mary didn't have a celery?? Idk... not my spot
(2)
DeAndra H.

We went here because we overheard the live music. It's a hotel bat so we didn't expect much. We sat outside so had the bar menu. The fish n chips was good. The fish was juicy and tasteful. The prime beef bits were too small of a portion for the price. Drinks were good tho. The live music became annoying after a while, but we're not a big fan of Hawaiian music. It's cool if you wanna drink and enjoy the sunset with some friends. The service was fast and friendly. Nothing special.
(3)
Claire R.

This is our favourite restaurant on Waikiki, we go there every time we're in town at least a couple of times. This time around we had a fun server named Nathan. It was good, as usual. The best part is being there along the edge of the patio for the sunset which is world famous! I recommend making a reservation for 6:15 pm. I love the duck duo, the Beach Boys seafood sampler (shrimp and scallops on a risotto in a Light creamy sauce), the ahi poke, the guava glazed back ribs, and my fiancÃ© loves the blackened ahi tuna on Kaluha pork (sp?) mashed potatoes. Even the taro rolls with banana butter (free at the table) are tasty! I had some ahi tuna salad the other day which was pretty good, but for me salads aren't very exciting! We just love it here and can hardly wait to go back.
(5)
Caterina U.

We sat outside and the view of the ocean was nice. The server came around one time. The portions were small and the food did not taste good. I think the food menu may be different inside than it is sitting outside on the patio. I wouldn't go back
(2)
Karen F.

Really great view, reasonably priced, and good service. I had the tomato and mozzarella salad which I feared might be boring, but it was anything but that! We had a table for six and everyone enjoyed!
(5)
Barb L.

Perfect place for a Happy Hour and to watch the sunset. Food was outstanding and drink prices super low. High recommend!
(5)
Heidi P.

This restaurant was conveniently located at our hotel and has a great view. The servers were friendly, the food was fresh and tasted genuinely homemade and traditional. Definitely would return!
(5)
Sarah K.

A great place for locals and tourists who want a chill night out on non-weekend days. ========== PROMOTIONS: TUESDAYS after 5PM - "Taco Tuesdays" $2 tacos, $3 drinks WEDNESDAYS after 5PM - "Wine Down Wednesdays" 1/2 off Wine by bottle or glass THURSDAYS after 5PM - "Hot Hula Heineken Thursdays" $1 off Heineken and Newcastle ========== DESSERTS **Kona Coffee Dream Cake** The chocolate wasn't too rich, but wish they had more macademia nuts on top. Still nummy though! ========== OVERALL + since the restaurant and bar are on the 2nd level, the elevator, stairs, and escalator access are all safe modes for sober and non-sober folks + great views of palm trees and the ocean at night + great weekday deals + friendly service (but.... they sometimes need to be more attentive) - don't get sucked into buying a tiki glass with your drink (just buy one from international marketplace / swap meet) I will be coming back to update this review to add more food and drinks to the list!
(4)
Anh V.

Perfect way to start our vacation! Happy hour, complimentary dumplings, and photo at our table.
(5)
Grant J.

Just a bar with bar food . service was hit and miss . strong feeling a victim of typical tourist hot spot I.e no need to excel because another tourist will walk in ...
(2)
Patty J.

Ambiance was great--server, Crystal Delgado was fantastic! She was helpful and attentive and made our experience great. Ribs were wonderful!
(5)
Michael P.

My wife and I visited Tiki's twice during our recent trip to Honolulu. Once for dinner then again for lunch a few days later. Each time was on the earlier side to avoid the masses (6:00 dinner and 12:30 lunch). Each time was wonderful, with front-row seats facing the beach. Great service, food, and drinks. The bar staff, while waiting for our dinner table, was absolutely excellent. You'd be hard pressed to find a more fun, casual, and entertaining restaurant in Waikiki Beach.
(5)
Sunny S.

I'm giving Tiki's 4 stars mostly because of its location and ambiance. If you're lucky enough, you can get a table with a view of the Waikiki beach. The place is cozy and relaxing, and you can really feel that you're in Hawaii what with all the tikis and tiki torches. The food and drinks is a 7 out of 10. There are hits and misses. I love the ahi poke. Very smooth, you can really tell that it's fresh. This is also where I tried a mango mojito, that doesn't taste like mango nor a mojito. Mostly of their staff are nice. But there are also discourteous and overattentive servers.
(4)
J A.

great food, great drinks, great location. What else do you want? Nice band playing to in outdoor atmosphere.
(5)
Jocelyne B.

I absolutely love this place. The staff was amazing! Fast and very friendly seating from the host. My waiter was so professional, friendly and caring - his name is Jamaal! I got my mimosa and said I would need a while to order my meal. He wasn't pushy, told me all about the specials without getting annoying and waited patiently. I ordered, he was fast, always checked on me, asked me if I wanted another mimosa (+points for extra sales). The table next to me had a great waiter too. Been in many places, this is for sure one of the best. Creative menus, good prices and awesome drinks. The view is great too! Congrats on the management for your great staff. The food was very good!
(5)
Brandon D.

If you're hungry and want to eat at the bar they refuse to let you eat off the dinner menu. They made me write a review to give me a free appetizer so it boost their restaurant. Bunch of gimmicks and tricks. I'm a sell out. Please don't follow my steps
(2)
Andrew S.

The bartender was lazy...and it cost him a tip tonight. He didn't know how to make a greyhound (a very easy drink) and directed us to a table nearby by saying "there's a waitress over there". Guess he didn't know how good white middle class people tip....
(2)
Jack S.

Great view of the sunset, tasty drinks, and a superb meal. I recommend the pork pot roast with pumpkin puree! Would definitely come back for happy hour or dinner if ever in the area again!
(5)
Tanya S.

The worst service I've ever experienced at a restaurant let alone ever. I work in customer service so I've heard every story you can think of for a person to complain, but this truly a legitimate reason to. One: try checking in with your customers once in awhile. We could've dined and ditched and you wouldn't have even noticed Two: just because we ordered appetizers and no drinks the first go doesn't mean you don't have to serve us anymore Three: if the bus boy is clearing our plates and being more of a server than you than maybe you should rethink where you belongThe worst service I've ever experienced at a restaurant let alone ever. I work in customer service so I've kind heard every story you can think of for a person to complain, but this truly kind of set me off. One: try checking in with your customers once in awhile. We could've dined and ditched and you wouldn't have even noticed Two: just because we ordered appetizers and no drinks the first go doesn't mean you don't have to serve us anymore Three: if the bus boy is clearing our plates and being more of a server than you then maybe you should rethink where you belong. We shouldn't have to ask him if we can have the check and you giving the check instead of yourself.. We shouldn't have to ask him if we can have the check and you giving the check instead of yourself. Wake up honey read the manual on how to be a waitress.
(1)
J C.

All I can say about this place is YUMMMMMM!!! While on vacation in Honolulu, we decided to try this place because it was so close to our hotel and the view and menu seemed great. We loved it so much that we came back again. The food: Absolutely to-die-for! The butterfish was SO delicious, the salmon was great too. They serve taro rolls with vanilla banana butter before every meal and I could have eaten a dozen of them! Also tried a Pina Colada that was delicious. The atmosphere: Awesome. Great, cool, tiki-themed dining room and bar/patio with good live music every night. Gorgeous beach view. The price: Not going to lie, this place is a little pricey. But considering it's across from the beach Waikiki and the food is this good... I had no problem with the prices. The service: Waiters were wonderful, very attentive, and friendly. The wait was very short for a table, even on a busy Friday night. The parking: They offer free valet parking, but we just walked from our hotel. Basically, I love this place. Yummy food, great experience!
(5)
Deb C.

Can I give it ZERO STARS? 5/6/13 8:14 pm. Just left after being seated in dining room by hostess because we sat without anyone saying anything to us for 10+ minutes! We got up and walked out without anyone noticing and it wasn't busy!!! Tables around us got sat and waited on though we were sat before them. I read a ton of yelp reviews before deciding to give this place a try. It has 4.5 stars, and hey, maybe their food is awesome, guess I'll never find out. May be yelp should have separate scores for service, food, and atmosphere! Update: after posting my review, one of the owners reached out to me. I appreciated that. It shows that these locally owned businesses care and really read these reviews. Perhaps they need to do some additional employee training so that others don't walk out from the lack of or bad service.
(1)
Kim M.

The food at Tiki's, to me, has always been good. It's like local Asian fusion with flare! They've also got a great location, an awesome view of the ocean and Waikiki Strip, plus both indoor and outdoor seating options. This is definitely a recommended spot for both visitors and locals alike. SIZZLING "ROLL YOUR OWN" LETTUCE WRAPS!!!!!!! Bulgogi-esque marinated beef arrives sizzling on a hot plate. It's accompanied with butter lettuce, marinated bean sprouts, Korean-style glass noodles similar to jopchae, house kimchee, and kochuchang sauce. I am a die-hard fan of Korean food, so this was a nice twist to the ever-so-popular lettuce wrap. PORTABELLO CAPRESE WRAP ($12) Hau'ula tomatoes, Nalo basil pesto, capers, Kula onions and grilled Portabello mushrooms, wrapped in a red sun-dried tomato flour tortilla A delicious and healthy vegetarian lunch option. I'm not vegetarian, but I have a thing for Caprese and Portabellos. This was right up my alley and I was not disappointed. I loved the little pops of saltiness from the capers. And the pesto really gave this wrap a nice zest of flavor. Overall, it was really refreshing and I loved it. AFFOGATO Any restaurant serving up delicious affogato-style ice cream is an instant winner for me. At Tiki's they claim to make their own condensed milk flavored ice cream, which they "drown" in a shot of espresso. YUM. BLOODY MARY As for drinks, I'll always get their bloody mary (maybe an occasional margarita here and there). Tiki's BM (lol - blood mary, not bowel movement) isn't the best-tasting bloody mary I've ever had, but it's good. They garnish it with a lime, lemon and olives. And their salt is pretty tasty. IDK what's in it, but I like it. PARKING Parking is always a concern of mine bc I'm usually the driver. Valet parking is FREE for up to 3 hours with "proper" validation. Just leave the super, awesome valet guys a nice tip, and you're set! OPEN TABLE Reservations are highly recommended if going at peak dining hours (lunch and dinner), especially if there's some sort of event going on. If you have the Yelp mobile app or the Open Table app, making a reservation is easy peasy. Just plug in the date and time you'd like to eat, indicate how many people in your party, and Open Table will let you know the closest reservations available. VERDICT Overall, I'd say that Tiki's is a go! They have tasty food, delectable desserts, free valet parking (for up to 3 hours with validation), and a kick-a$$ view of Waikiki Beach and the Waikiki Strip. PLUS, they've got indoor and outdoor seating. And like I mentioned earlier, don't forget to make a reservation. Wait times for walk-ins can climb up to the 1 hour mark and beyond, so it's better to be prepared! 31 Yelps Review Challenge - #07/31
(4)
Cate V.

We are staying at the Aston Waikiki Beach and have eaten here several times. Food is very good and amazing place to watch the sun set! Lettuce wraps are great!
(4)
Brian M.

For our first night in Waikiki (from Australia) we chose Tiki's from Yelp rating and what a great place. We recommend the Blackened Island Swordfish and the Duck Duet - both absolutely delicious. Our server, Nicole was very thoughtful and knowledgeable. A great location as well.
(5)
Cindy P.

Great view. The food is delicious. I didn't give it 5 stars because of the way the waitress treated the outside host. Our tables accidentally got separated so he was just bringing them the appetizers they had ordered. Little things leave an impression.
(4)
Kelly L.

Went for happy hour, Mai Tai was really good for 5.00, coconut shrimp was good but nothing spectacular. Service was so-so. Waiter was annoyed when I asked him about the happy hour specials...Generally this is something they should be telling me about first thing. No water offered or brought as I waited, melting in the heat, for my check while they rebooted the computer. Note, apparently water is not provided all the time so make sure to ask. Sweat was running off my forehead so it was obvious I was hot. Manager finally appeared with my check and a voucher for a free appetizer if I purchased dinner.
(3)
Amy L.

The evening started out well. We were greeted with friendly faces and the menu offered many choices for a variety of price ranges. My family and I wanted a few pupus and salad. They were delish. However after we finished eating, we decided dessert was next. It took no lie 13 minutes. Our server was missing. He was "busy breaking up a bill" for a large party. We really wanted our dessert so we flagged down a random server to help us. She placed our order with no problem. It took over ten min for our dessert to show and there were only two other small groups there. We were so irritated. No apologies, no explanations. The food was good, but the service was TERRIBLE.
(2)
Mark L.

If you score reviews by rating in turn, service, food, atmosphere and location and then compose the scores for a final, I am required to rate Tiki's as a rare but earned five. To start, our waitress was an absolute treat. She was sparkling and concerned. My wife is a native Japanese and we met her Japanese mother and sister do not speak English. After a week's visit, three meals a day, we have seen a large number of wait staff members and this woman was patient and very accommodating putting my mother-in-law at ease and taking the pressure off of my wife and me. We genuinely relaxed. Second, the food was delicious served either appropriately cold or appropriately hot as the case may be. All were impressed. The atmosphere credits presume that one chooses Tiki because one wants Tiki. As a Tiki bar, I do not know what they could or ought to add to the mix save authentic hula girls reminiscent of the opening credits of the original Hawaii Five O. Those girls aren't there. But everything else is. We were impressed
(5)
Doug F.

Had a great time a Tikis because of our hostess Danielle. We went there because of the second floor patio over looking the beach and to watch the sunset. Danielle inform us that it was wind down Wednesday and all wine drinks and bottles were half price. So we order a bottle of Riesling and a shrimp and edamame appetizer's and watched the sunset and had a great time. Danielle had time to chat with us even though the place was full. Go early if you want to sit near the railing. They also have live music playing.
(5)
Eder R.

Awesome service. Great food. Had to make it a regular spot to hang out while on vacation. Great happy hour as well.
(5)
Zoe L.

Excellent , came from florida to hawaii for a short break and In florida we have some pretty awesome restaurants with great service great food and a great atmosphere . ........ well this place blew them all away !!! Could not say a negative thing about it
(5)
Jessica S.

This review is for the Coconut Club, where I had my beautiful wedding reception this past August 2014. I wish I could give 10+ stars for the following: *SERVICE, SERVICE, SERVICE -From working with ALYSSA and MICHAEL to the bartender and staff on the day-of our reception, the people who work here are the BEST! *MUSIC -Incredibly talented mother/son ukulele team made our reception so fun! *FOOD/DRINKS -Delicious!!! *VIEWS -Beautiful views of Waikiki and Diamond Head made for some gorgeous photos! I could not have been more thrilled with this venue! Before I talk about the actual place, I must give a huge THANKS to both Alyssa and Michael. Planning a destination wedding is stressful, but they made it so easy. In the months leading up to the wedding, I mainly worked with Alyssa via email, and she was so attentive and responsive. I must have sent her a thousand emails and she not only answered all of them in a timely fashion but she was also so nice and thorough in her responses. I'm sure she oversees many weddings and parties, but she always makes you feel like you are her priority. To get that kind of service when you are planning a destination reception via email with an average budget is so refreshing! Another person I need to mention is Michael. The week of my wedding, two unprecedented hurricanes threatened to cancel everything. Luckily it ended up being fine, but when all of Hawaii was preparing for this hurricane, which was set to make landfall the day before our big day, Michael called me to see if I wanted to move the day at no charge. However, that wasn't an option since I had family flying in just for that weekend only, so he did everything possible to make sure that even if we had to make changes, it would be perfect. He really put me at ease when I had some panicked moments and I can't express my appreciation enough for that. Michael made me feel confident that everything would be great no matter what happened, and he was right, it was perfect!! The customer service we received from Alyssa and Michael brings tears to my eyes, thank you! So now on to the actual venue, the location of Tiki's is perfect- right in the middle of Waikiki with the Coconut Club having the most incredible views. There's both a large outdoor and indoor section, which is great. The kids ran around inside and the incredibly attentive staff even brought up a crib when my sister's babies got sleepy- how nice! The venue also offers various musical entertainment packages, which is perfect for destination weddings when its hard to find all your own vendors. We went with the 2 musicians for $400 for 2 hours and I'm so glad we did. We were lucky to have this mother and son ukulele team who were AWESOME! The mom played this super cool one-string instrument and the son played ukulele. They were incredible and everyone at the reception loved them!! Also, I was really impressed with the food. We chose the menu option with the kualoa pork, teriyaki chicken and mahi mahi. To be honest, when I was planning everything, food wasn't on my list of importance since I figured everyone would be eating light while in Hawaii, but wow, we were blown away. So good! The food was healthy and extremely tasty! If you are considering where to hold your large party or reception than look no further than Tiki's. We had the best experience both planning our wedding with them and on the actual day. I wish we could press rewind and do it all again!
(5)
Sean H.

Dani is the best bartender. I come here very often and love the prime rib poke and edamame. Go see dani!
(5)
Wolf M.

The service was good. The appetizers (gyoza and poke) were very bland. I had the ratatouille tower which was excellent! The lighting was rather dark.
(3)
Tim L.

Ehh...middle of the road. That about sums it all up. The prices weren't that bad for the area and wait staff was helpful and friendly. The food was not that great. Drinks weren't that good either. It was right next to our hotel so it was convenient and it is right across the street from the beach.
(3)
Y N.

Tiki's is always good. food not as good as i remember it though. i've been here every time i go to hawaii. it's nice to dine out by the beach, enjoy the music, the view, the sound of the waves and food/drink. i'll keep going, but i'd like to see them step up their food game a bit. maybe they were just having an off night, last 4-5 times i went, it was better.
(3)
Tony C.

Didn't eat in the restaurant tonight but stopped in around 11:30 for drinks and pu-pu's in the bar. Our group ordered three drinks and two apps. The apps, coconut shrimp and gyoza, were served lukewarm and tasted like they came out of the freezer section at the market. Having eaten in the main restaurant a few times before over the years they have been there, I know the food should be better. The drinks, Surf's Up Mai Tai, Ginger Breeze and a Jamaican Sunset, were bland and extremely watered down. Two of the drinks were sent back and replaced by a couple beers....you can't screw up a beer, right. The Surf's Up stayed because I collect Tiki glasses. I asked how much alcohol was actually in the drink. The waitress didn't know but gladly asked and reported "one and a half ounces". SERIOUSLY?! You serve a Mai Tai in a 20 ounce collectors mug and put nearly no alcohol in it?! I tasted the Ginger drink as well before it was sent back and likewise, no alcohol in it. Sorry, I was a bartender for many years and would be embarrassed to serve these drinks to customers, tourist trap or not. Sorry Tiki's but with better choices so close by, I think you just lost a few customers.
(1)
Devin K.

This is one of my favorite restaurants while on vacation. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is amazing. THe bar at night is also great and they offer an assortment of tropical drinks. I would definitely recommend them to anyone visiting wikiki looking for a nice restaurant.
(5)
Arthur S.

Ahhhh! What a great place to chillax. If i ever end up going to being one of those old dudes that goes to bars and drinks all alone, this would be the place i go to. Cheap drinks and excellent view! Live music on certain nights, didn't get a chance to try much of the food items on the menu, but more reason for me to come back again next time. One great perk is the happy hour, they have all sort of drink and food specials, just ask. Excellent service, touristy atmosphere but that should be expected. Excellent place to start off the night in waikiki!
(4)
Dot V.

My earlier review was written under the wrong restaurant location.... I went to the actual restaurant, and the food was simply amazing.
(5)
Victoria Y.

Tiki's is always fun and the food and drinks are delicious. This review is more about the service and management, though. I give Tiki's 5 stars because after a family member left an expensive personal item at the restaurant, the staff kept the item safe until it could be retrieved. The item was returned promptly with a huge smile and polite refusal of any tip I wanted to give. Thank you to manager Randy and all the staff!
(5)
Cindy K.

Food was great. Atmosphere was amazing!beachfront lanai...only reason this place was givin 4 stars and not 5 is because I went back for the smoked meat on the bar menu (after 4pm only) which I was craving all day! And they were out...incredibly disappointed but I ordered the edamame and burger instead...the edamame is like crack! Be careful it's addicting!!! I'm already planning my next trip back and I haven't even left yet
(4)
Nicole T.

We ate here 3 times while down in Waikiki. Excellent food, prompt and friendly service, and an amazing view of the sunset.
(5)
Emma T.

This review covers both lunch and dinner. Dinner- After much deliberation, we decided to go here for Miss Muffin 11th birthday celebrations. We had a great evening and really enjoyed all of it, we even bought the tacky tourist photo to send the Father in Law and came home with Tiki mug things.Miss Muffin wouldn't let us tell the staff it was her birthday , so there was no singing. For our meals - I had and loved the Mac nut Crusted Mahi , it was a plate licker of a meal. It is one of those meals that will stay in my head and when we head back I will go back and get the same thing, probably at my first opportunity. Husband is sitting across the room from me at this point sighing about the Guava Glazed Baby Back Ribs, he is a big ribs fan and just declared them the best ever. Miss Muffin had the chicken strips and a couple of ribs, she was happy and loved the Frisbee to take home. All up, we had a great birthday evening. Lunch- We loved the dinner so much we went back for our last lunch before heading back to a New Zealand winter. The views in the day time are wonderful and we felt we made the right choice. Miss had the sliders but wasn't that keen on the taro bun, she still ate her fill though. Husband had the Club sandwich, it was a huge but he polished the lot off. I went for one last plate meal and the Tiki's Mixed Plate. By golly, that is one huge lunch. I liked it all but loved the Korean beef, the marinade was lovely. I enjoyed the whole plate but couldn't finish. As far as tourist restaurants go, this is excellent. Go.
(4)
tabisky c.

Of all the places we've dined during our vacation, we loved the Korean tacos at Tiki's. For $14, we shared a large sizzling platter of Korean beef with a side of salsa and fresh soft taco shells. We're glad we walked over to this rather "touristy" spot, but we're tourists as well.
(4)
Justin B.

Walking around Waikiki at 10pm looking for a restroom we stumbled upon this grill and bar. Deciding to be spontaneous for a night my friends and I went off a whim to try this place out and was not disappointed. Once we took our seats we were greeted by a waitress with a smile from cheek to cheek immediately asked how were doing, and did not make us feel rushed at all. By the time we got our order all my friends and I could talk about was how good the service we were receiving from this waitress and to be honest it was a plus that she was cute too. As we were leaving we were completely impressed by her and wanted to get to know her name, she introduced herself as Danielle. I really recommend anyone who goes there to ask for her. As for My friends and I , We've already arranged to see her again and can't wait till we do
(5)
Pualena P.

Tiki's has been very good to me over the years. I seem to find myself at Tiki's quite often and I am NEVER disappointed! + THE FOOD + I've never tried anything at Tiki's that I didn't like. Seriously. You can't go wrong. + ATMOSPHERE + I'll admit that Tiki's is the first restaurant that comes to mind when we have visitors come into town because they (a) have some fantastic Hawaiian food and (b) they have drinks served in coconuts. Call me cliche but it's a hit every time! But Tiki's is one of the few places in Waikiki that I would voluntarily choose to eat at even without a visitor in tow. I love that it overlooks the water and you can watch the overcrowded surf breaks...and at sunset the view is incredible. They have live music most evenings and the atmosphere is always lively and casual. Just my style! + SERVICE + Tiki's service is TOP NOTCH! I have tons of examples, but my favorite by far was when we had a late impromptu lunch at Tiki's on a rainy afternoon. There were pop-up tents on the lanai to protect all of us diners who braved the storm and opted for outdoor seating. In the middle of our meal, a gust of wind blew through the tents and caused water to dump on one of us. Within seconds our waiter came over, apologized, and brought an awesome new t-shirt from their shop. It was classy, professional, and sincere. + EVENTS + Every once in a blue moon I am invited to one of Tiki's many promotional events. Their events are always so much fun! and they're always complete with delicious pupus and drinks. If you have a chance to attend an event at Tiki's, don't pass it up! + PARKING + I love that Tiki's is on the Zoo-side of Waikiki. I usually opt to park at the Shell or the Zoo and walk...but the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel has valet parking just beneath Tiki's. I'm not sure what the rates are, but it's really convenient, especially when you eat yourself into a food coma and can barely stand upright for the entire escalator ride down.
(5)
David H.

It's terrific when you feel like the staff at restaurants go out of their way to make your visit exceptional. Tonight, Jenna Ford made me and my guests feel that way! Thank you Jenna, we will come back again and again because of your graciousness, you rock!
(5)
Marina M.

I would not go back to this place ever again. First of all, how can you mess up the most simple food to make... Edamame. It was too salty with garlic and shoyu. Then we ordered spicy ahi poke and it was salty AGAIN!! I told the server and she rolled her eyes at us... What a customer service. No wonder I didn't see any locals. It was all tourists.
(1)
Ceecee W.

*UPDATE* I received a message from Bill the owner regarding my mahi-mahi sandwich that was not cooked properly, so I decided to give it another try. This time I also went for lunch, and ordered the Spinach Fettuccine with Grilled Shrimp ( s3-media2.ak.yelpcdn.comâ€¦ ). Not going to lie, the view from the balcony ( s3-media3.ak.yelpcdn.comâ€¦ ) is spectacular - I probably spent over 90% of the time admiring the view than actually eating my lunch. HOWEVER, the spinach fettuccine did not disappoint, although the fettuccine was a little too hard for my taste. But hey, the view made up for it. Definitely definitely pick a spot outside whenever you can. ------------------------------------------ Came here for lunch and ordered a Grilled mahi-mahi sandwich on taro bread with home made tar tar sauce. While the mahi mahi was charred a tad bit too much that made me hate the first bite, the taro hoagie bread used in the sandwich was sweet and different. Good location, live band every night. Come on a sunny day (today was pouring) and I'm sure you'll enjoy good entertainment with mediocre food.
(3)
C G.

So normally people only write reviews when they're pissed off at the place.. let me tell you, I am one of those guys.. Usually of it's a good place, I'll just put 4 or 5 stars and move on. Let me tell you what happened here tho. I went to Tiki's and ordered a few beers and some food. Started out with the Ahi tartare (phenomenal) and some longboards. Then I ordered a "poi pounder" burger. Which actually never came out.. I sat here and waited.. and waited, drinking beers.. waiting. Meanwhile, the people next to me ordered, ate, and left.. still waiting. But I was cool with it cuz I was drinking and filing my belly up with beer. But I finally got done and wanted to go so u told the nice gentleman that I was ready to cash out but don't charge me for that burger. Of course he wanted to make up for it but I told him it was no big deal. He then paid for my next beer. I woulda been satisfied with that, but by the time I was finished with my beer this fantabulous appetizer came out and he paid for the next beer as well.. moral of the story, everybody f's up, how you come back is what sets you apart.
(5)
Lena L.

FOOD was BOMB.com . My favorite was the Shrimp and scallop risotto. SOooooOo GOOD!!!
(4)
Brent R.

My girlfriend and I ate here for lunch because our hosts gave us some gift cards they had. I had the roll your own tacos and she had the sampler. They were both awesome! So good, we decided to come back for dinner that same night. The restaurant is lit with red lights from the street at night and the vibe is awesome. We were able to walk in without reservations and had a great dinner on the deck. The bread they serve during dinner is unreal. It's banana mixed with something else--absolutely delicious. And, our waiter couldn't have been nicer. Give Tiki's a try if you're staying in Waikiki. Chances are you won't be disappointed! PS they have a cool touch screen TV to view the menu & upcoming events in the front while you're waiting--sweet!
(5)
Linda S.

Very convenient if you're staying at Aston. We came for dinner. Great service. We did not rsvp and waited less than 10mins before getting a table. Very nice waitress and glad she suggested the specials on swordfish. It was beautifully presented and delicious! Nice ambiance and surroundings. Family friendly as well.
(5)
Kioko S.

I really enjoyed my mocktail at the Tiki Grill & Bar! The ambiance was great, our waitress was super nice and helpful, and the views of Waikiki Beach were great! The only con would be my drink (The Coconut Cooler) was a bit on the chunkier side as far as big random ice chunks, but the flavor was great and it came garnished with fresh pineapple, whipped cream, and a maraschino cherry. The ice chunk thing was a very minor con though, and it could easily be fixed by upgrading the blenders or blending the drinks a bit longer. Overall, it's a great place to get a drink!
(4)
Cintya P.

This place has made it to list of the few places I enjoyed eating around Waikiki when I was on my trip. The atmosphere here is high with energy and spunk. I enjoyed the food and drinks! The portions are kinda small for the price tag (my bf got only 2 scallops on his dish for a whooping $25+!) so be sure to grab a salad, pupus, or something or dessert...or just keep drinkin'! The hostess was a little off though haha she kept greeting us even though we saw here like 3x.
(4)
Alice A.

A great place for locals and tourists. I suggest you just sit at the outside tables to enjoy the view. It is open seating outside. The kalua pig quesadillas are my favorite. Mixed drinks are fun for tourists and beer specials are usually offered before the dinner rush.
(5)
Byron A.

We love going to Tiki's. It's one of our favs that's just right around the corner from us. We recently went there this past Friday to have dinner before watching the Waikiki Friday Fireworks. The staff here is typically solid, but this time around server Alex E. was spectacular. I don't typically go out of my way to write reviews but this time is a must. Alex was super attentive to all of our needs, checked up on us constantly but not too much, and was happy to there which to me is really important since most people are just there, you all know what I mean! In any case, next we go there we are definitely asking to be in her section. Thanks Alex for being an awesome server! Oh by the way food at Tiki's is always delicious!
(5)
Terry C.

Great view of Waikiki beach. Philly steak sandwich very good. Moderate prices and nice staff. Pineapple boat with yogurt and fresh fruit looked very good. Next time!
(4)
Wendy L.

This review is only based on their happy hour! We stayed at Aston Waikiki Beach hotel and was happy to see that this place was connected to our hotel lobby/pool. You can only imagine we took advantage of the daily 2pm-5pm happy hour here! Loved their $5 mai tais and blue hawaiians. Also I drank a lot of $3 sex of the beach as well! Great drinks for the price. While drinking one time we also ordered the kalua pig nachos. For $14 bucks it was a better portion than some of the other appetizers on their list. Other than that I think the price for the food is overpriced. Other than that didn't eat here and only ordered their drinks during happy hour!
(4)
Matt B.

Arrived early for lunch and place was empty. Waited about five minutes while table was set up. Hostess and waitress provided prompt service. Food was overpriced and mediocre. The hamburger was grass fed but the burger had a funny tang and not normal grass fed beef that I a eat often. The jerk chicken wrap had nicely cooked chicken but had a floral dressing that made wrap tast like eating perfume. Cheesesteak was big and tasty. Lots of meat and cheese. Pulled pork sandwich was tender and tasty. Overall three stars but over priced food for view.
(3)
Ryan F.

Great location & ambiance. Food was delicious & beautifully presented. Alcoholic beverages were tasty, but luckily the menu let us know there was alcohol in them- we wouldn't have guessed otherwise. I believe our server was having an off night- she was a little terse & seemed a little irritated by something. Everyone has an off night, not a huge deal & did not detract too much from an otherwise enjoyable evening.
(4)
Colin T.

My wife and I are currently on our honeymoon in Waikiki staying in a hotel near Tiki's. We've been three times so far and love it. After 5 the bar is open and has an UNREAL view of the ocean and sunset. Prices are decent and the staff are nice. There is music every night too which is cool. The only mark against it is the portions are what I would serve if I owned a restaurant for birds. Or small children. Or people who only want 7 fries. The portions are tiny.
(4)
Jennifer H.

Kamaaina Prime Rib Dinner for $15! what? ok it's not halekulani prime rib but if you want some cheap prime rib, this is the place. drinks are good (but waikiki expensive) and they get live music often. I take our visiting friends here for a jaunt around waikiki :) On another note, what is up with tourist loving tikis so much? Everytime we take our friends there someone always suggest kidnapping the enormo tikis in front!
(3)
Kim L.

Wonderful food and friendly service! Location right next to the beach, making it a great ambiance with a wonderful view. My friends and I came here our first night for dinner and it was perfect!
(5)
Stephanie S.

My co-workers and I came here after a class in Waikiki. Reservations were made for 20 people. The inside seating area was hot and uncomfortable. I couldn't tell if the AC was on. We were seated in the main area and ordered pupus and drinks which were average. About 40 minutes later, they wanted to move us to a different area since we weren't ordering dinner. They said they had a lot of reservations and wanted to move us in the bar area seating, which felt even hotter. There were still a lot of empty tables around us so it just didn't make sense to move us at that moment. We were able to buy a little more time without moving and then eventually paid our $500 bill and left. I'd suggest to Tiki's to ask people if they are having dinner before seating them.
(2)
Sean T.

The drinks are good. There were two private parties going on while we were there. A wedding I think. They were loud. But then again the road noise was loud.
(4)
Ann L.

Drinks are good. Food is good. Prices are reasonable. Overlooks Waikiki Beach. Nice place to stop and have a drink.
(4)
Jane B.

The best thing about this place was the service (Conner), piping hot French fries, and the view overlooking the ocean. I had the ribs which came with a delicious sauce but were otherwise fatty and tough. The Thai salad was just ok. I would come back but would order something different.
(3)
Julie V.

We were enjoying the town and popping into different bars to try them out. We sat at the bar and got an appetizer and a drink. The bar tenders were very busy however still gave great service. We asked him what he recommended for food and he took the time to find out what we like to make a suggestion. We loved what he suggested and would get it again.
(5)
Kelli-rose H.

Great food awesome food and drinks. C.J did a great job keeping our beers full! Will be back!
(4)
Steve S.

Great patio seating for sunset dinner or drinks. Our party of three had baby-back ribs, prime rib and Miso Butterfish. All were deemed very good to excellent. The pineapple cheesecake was also very good. Will definitely remember this place for another sunset dinner.
(5)
Jeff V.

This can be a very busy place during lunch and dinner, and the interior design does nothing to reduce noise levels so don't expect a quiet, romantic meal here. I had the seared ahi for dinner and was told when I ordered that it would be cooked "medium rare", which is the most common way to prepare Ahi. However, the fish was barely cooked.......lightly grilled on both sides and very rare all the way through. I should have returned it for further grilling. The service was acceptable, but it was clear the staff is over-assigned and very busy.
(3)
Michael P.

The view was great. The food was mediocre. The service was awful. The waiter was actually put out to have to go in the kitchen to get mayo and mustard.
(2)
Greg O.

Love this place. Great staff and live music is always fun. I've been living down the street for six months and went for a post surf meal with the kids today and discovered they have a slipper policy. So went to Lulu's instead where I only have to wear board shorts to get a cheeseburger at da beach.
(4)
Shery Y.

Thank you Tiki Grill for all your help! You guys were amazingg...I held my wedding reception there and they were so helpful from the time I decided to have it there till after the wedding. I'm so glad I went with them. The food is GOOOOOD and the staff is amazing.
(5)
Neelesh H.

Pretty good food and atmosphere was decent. Live music was fun. The only negative was the swordfish which was very dry and bland.
(4)
DM A.

My girlfriends and I had a night out and decided to have dinner with a view. the ambiance is comfortable and the views are spectacular. Our server, Sara, was attentive and great. We will be back for sure!!!
(5)
Pam H.

I would have given this place a 5 star, only drawback- your water glasses should never get empty and although our server was energetic, helpful and knew what he was talking about- it would have been nice to have been checked on a bit more often. However, to his defense, it did seem like he had quite a few tables and I did notice one very high maintenance family - I felt sorry for the kid because they were going to make him really earn what was probably going to be a 5% tip. You know- THAT type of customer. Anyway, we had reservations and we were seated promptly- they could not accommodate us outdoors as we had requested, but I realize that is a request and you take your chances. We were greeted quickly and although we read over the menu, the server had us as "Tonight's Specials'. The way he described the two specials- a salmon dinner and a prime rib- all thoughts I had of ordering a non-beef dinner went out the window. Bill had the Salmon dinner and he said that it was probably THE BEST Salmon he has ever had. Seasoned and prepared to perfection. I had the Prime Rib and it was so very tasty and was much better than last night's Filet Mignon at a steakhouse. It was just filled with flavors! We were not going to have dessert, but decided to try anyway- again the server knew how to describe the desserts and why they were so good. I had the "Oahu's smallest brownie" and it was indeed small, but just enough to cure the sweet tooth and Bill has the Apple Volcano and that was Simply Delish. Located in the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel, it was just a short walk next door from our hotel. Restaurant had a nice ambiance and overall was just a really nice experience.
(4)
David F.

Based on a cocktail only and live entertainment review this place for us was a 4 star venue. We were able to get some pictures taken did not like them had then retaken by the Tiki entry then purchased a couple. We had a couple of specialty drinks in the coconut cup, Tikik souvenire ceramic glass, and a Tiki glass souvenire glass. My favorites were the Sailers Mai Thai and Ocean Potion. My better half enjoyed her Mango Pinacolada the best. Other than that being able to request songs with the live band was fun interaction. All the staff was friendly we were even able to have our cocktails by the pool on a few occasions and use the wifi to get some work done. I shall return. DMF
(4)
Catherine F.

Tikis is one of my favorite restaurants down in Waikiki. Awesome view, best sunsets, and the food is always amazing. Go for the lettuce wraps or kalbi beef gyoza! If you ever get a chance to go to one of the wine dinners definitely go for it!
(5)
Cori O.

Came back to tikis and it was yet again a wonderful experience. A huge thank you to Our server Nikki took care of us we had a pretty big party and she was very attentive to all of us. We had two toddlers with us and they were given extra attention. Thank you to chef Noel Gomes also, for dealing with our special orders and even making our kids meal a little different so our little ones would eat it. Great service and great food. Definitely will be back
(5)
Leon G.

My wife and I got the crab dip for an appetizer. The dip was very good, but the chops that came with it didn't pair too well. For the main course, we had Macadamia Nut Mahi and Guava Ribs. Both were delicious. Definitely returning!
(5)
Sober B.

Atrocious Bad service Bad food Dirty The place smells like garbage and beer Roaches Truly repulsive place A waste of money I feel cheated.
(1)
Mai H.

Tourist trap. Not my usual scene, but it was convenient. Not thrilled by the food but it was decent. Seems like other people's reviews are really for the oceanside view and the ability to seat large vacationing groups, both which didn't apply to me. It was just me and my husband and we got there after dark, so couldn't see the ocean anyway. If you're coming for the view, make a reservation way in advance for a pre-sunset or sunset time.
(3)
Melody R.

We had a combo platter which included a fried piece of fish, fried piece of chicken and some grilled beef of some sort. It also had a scoop of rice and potato salad. All the meats were very ordinary the chicken was dark meat and the beef had a lot of fat. The mound of rice was cold and in a hardened mass. I cannot recommend this place and would never eat here again.
(2)
Pumpkin S.

I was a bit leery of this place because it looked like a tourist trap. But I ate there twice, and the food was pretty good, and the service was excellent. Our waiters were friendly, the wait was reasonable, and the ocean views were fantastic.
(4)
Leah S.

My husband and I have always loved this restaurant. They have great food and drinks. When we got engaged, we decided to have our wedding reception here. We spoke with Alyssa who was the gal who assisted us with our reception plans. We had our reception on the ocean room lanai. It was so beautiful with views of waikiki beach. The staff was so nice and wonderful. They catered to our every need. We had such a wonderful time and the food was delicious, everyone raved about it. Many mahalos to Alyssa and the staff at Tikis Grill & Bar for making our special day perfect.
(5)
Danielle R.

I came here in 2007 and loved it so when I went back to Hawaii this year I knew I wanted to come here! The food is really good and didn't disappoint me. I ordered a chicken meal that looked as amazing as it tasted. I devoured the whole thing in 10 min. (It was our first real meal all day after eating airplane food). My husband tried some Hawaiian foods which he liked but, was generally a fan of what he tried. I don't think that it was anything that Tiki's did, but more of that he was being ambitious trying new foods. It is expensive there, but it is really good food, a good atmosphere, good service, and a great view when sitting outside on the patio. Also they have a live band there every night which was playing while we were at dinner so it was nice to have some live music while we were eating our dinner. The bill was $57.59 which included out meals and sodas. Even though it is expensive, I would still go back if we were going back to Hawaii
(4)
Katie S.

I would recommend this place. We ate at the bar the first night and the dining room the second. I preferred the bar area. It was a beautiful view and local live music. The food was good but small portions and a bit pricey. The staff was friendly and the drinks were good. If you go back 2 nights in a row you get a free mai tai. Also if you stay in the Aston, the hotel Tiki is located in, you get a booklet with two coupons. This helps take the sting out of the prices.
(4)
Basel A.

Worst Resturant ever. I rather eat at McDonald's that here seriously. Food doesn't have taste. Also the server Louis asked for a post a positive review and he forgot that its up to us whether to write a review or not. Ppl,, if you want to waist $20 .. Then go there I'm not going there never ever again
(1)
Marie B.

Outstanding! BZ I can write a book but I'll leave you with this, Just Go! GREAT location! AWESOME staff! LIVE MUSIC! OCEAN VIEW! DELICIOUS FOOD! My third time going was today and I keep bringing my visiting friends here!
(5)
Christine L.

Has anoyone noticed that there really aren't many affordable places in Waikiki to eat in the afternnon and have an ocean view? This was my mom and my dilemma a few days ago. We wanted a snack and a cocktail when I got off work at 2 and came up bare on ideas. Then I remembered Tikis beautiful ocean view and we headed there fingers crossed. Man was that a good idea. They're happy hour started at 2! We had a couple of yummy happy hour mai tais, and got some yummy food. Mom got the fish tacos which were more like fish burritos because they came in huge soft taro tortillas. I got the mixed plate. The kalbi was good, and the mahi. The furikake chicken was....different. Best part was our waitress told me if I come by on a weeknight after 5 pm you get a really good kama'aina discount. Good to know for next time!
(3)
R J.

Had a fantastic dinner here last night. Made a reservation just before heading over. Seated in quiet outdoor patio. Service was prompt and efficient. Only complaint was that entrees showed up midway through our appetizer. I consider that a mortal sin. But still 4 stars because the food was amazing. Had the calamari katsu appetizer and Thai chicken salad. (Did need a little extra dressing, which they did bring) Other guests in our group had the delicious pork loin stuffed w/ cheese. All delicious and perfectly cooked. Would definitely come back- soooo many good choices on the menu. Wish I had a bigger appetite for tonight's meal. Awesome location right across from the beach.
(4)
Jennifer N.

Pretty tasty!! I had the fish and chips which was a fried marlin - very delicious!! My husband had the burger and he thought it was very tasty as well. Server brought us the check at the end and had added on a couple drinks that we didn't order. He fixed it promptly, but whenever that happens I can't help but wonder if it was an accident or if he thought we just wouldn't look at the check. I'll never know! But he gets the benefit of the doubt.
(4)
Edward W.

Great for drinks, live music and the beach view. Service and food are meh. Definitely touristy. Validated parking downstairs.
(3)
Cynthia W.

This was a cute place and location is great but the food was decent. You can tell they tried to separate themselves from all the venues that's up and down Kalakaua. If you are looking for a place to enjoy the atmosphere of Waikiki then this is a place to go. The decor of the place is fun and the staff are friendly and attentive. The drink I order a Likikoi Piscoe Sour...if you like sour drink, this is the one for you! We started off our dinner with dinner rolls (taro bread and banana nut butter...YUM!!!) and two apps, Calamari Katsu Panko-crusted calamari steak strips served with capers in a lemongrass butter sauce and toppedwith blue crab and bay shrimp salsa and Tiki's Famous Coconut Shrimp-Jumbo shrimp rolled in crispy coconut and served with a sweet chili sauce and Asian slaw. I will have to say the calamari was a bit different as it came cut think and steak like. It was a meatier texture but the seasonal wasn't strong enough for my palette. The coconut shrimp was your typical coconut shrimp, nothing really stand out. For our entree, we ordered the Father's Day plate which included grill corn on the cobb, snow king crab legs, Guava Glazed Baby Back Ribs and a bone-in ribeye steak. By the time it got to our entree (which we shared because it was like 3 lbs of food), we were stuffed! Again, this is more of a tourist scene then anything. I visit Honolul at least once every other month and don't see myself coming back unless it is with a larger group due to a party being hosted. But I will say it really is a great place to be in the atmosphere of Waikiki!
(3)
Elise F.

expected more, considering all the reviews, but found everything - food, service, cocktails, atmosphere and music - to be very average. burger was ok, but katsu calamari was bland and soggy. disappointing.
(2)
Krystle T.

My fiance and I came here for date night. We made a reservation on Open Table and got a great table over looking Waikiki and an amazing sunset, very romantic. Our server, Jen, was amazing. Turns out that Wednesday is 1/2 wine and between 5-7pm there are kamaaina specials. She was very knowledgeable about the menu as well. We got her recommendations on the prime rib and the cajun ahi. Both were HUGE and super delicious. I think I could eat anything if it came with a side of Tikis kalua pig mashed potatoes. Also, a serious plus is the validated parking with valet service. We didn't have to worry about parking meters or walking across Waikiki to enjoy our night! We will definitely repeat this again sometime.
(5)
Chauntel B.

You gotta come her sooner or later weather a local or on vacation... Yuo just cant beat the view and great entertainment! All their tropical drinks are the best and a true Landmark in Hawaii :)
(4)
An T.

I'd probably stop somewhere else next time. It could have been a 1 time deal but the waitress seemed lost at times. It took a good 15 mins to even get water... did ya run out of glasses? My mom ordered a green papaya salad however it was sans the papaya??? Nothing here really stood out unless you wanted to collect cups the food was mediocre at best and the service left something to be desired. plenty of other options not far away.
(3)
Kimberly I.

Food was okay but portions very small. Service was awful in bar area. Drinks decently priced. Overall I give 2.5 stars
(2)
Michael C.

The drinks were great. The view was great. The service was great. The food was great Well worth a visit
(5)
Teagan K.

We had our wedding reception at tikis grill up in their private room called the coconut club. They atmosphere and supper was amazing as well as they very polite and organized staff. We dealt with Alyssa who is their event coordinator and she was amazing to deal with. We had our own private bar and buffet which our guests loved as well as the beautiful view of Waikiki. I would highly recommend Tikis to anyone who just wants to have a nice dinner or a reception of some kind.
(5)
Jenny G.

This place is OKAY to chill and have drinks ... but definitely not to eat. We ordered smoked meat and prime rib poke. The prime rib poke had a very beautiful sear and was very soft and tender. The smoked meat had a sweet flavor to the dish. THE BIG BIG issue is that the servings are DEFINITELY not enough for what you pay. The plates are around 12-15 dollars (SMALL PLATES) not enough to satisfy a craving. The smoked meat (pork) had 60 percent meat and 40 percent fat (which i think most will put to the side). The prime rib poke had more meat to it, but they do hide it with the greens they put with the dish. You are literally just paying for the atmosphere and the view of the beach ... whoopdie dooo you can do that at any Waikiki beach front restaurants.
(2)
Traci H.

Okay wow! I'm a local, so making it out to Waikiki makes me dread. There is traffic, jaywalkers, and you have to pay for parking almost everywhere! However, Tiki's has got to be an extra reason why I must do so. I went there to entertain guests from the mainland who were staying with in walking distance of Tiki's. I drove around at about 9pm looking for street parking to no avail. So reluctantly I valet, but was pleased to find out it was 3 hrs free parking with validation (tip not included ;) ). So the drinks, I don't stray off the beaten path too often, so my drink of choice will taste the same anywhere. However, they have a great looking drink menu, and cool tiki cups to serve some of them in. Prices are about average, not bad for Waikiki. Let me just get to the part I was wowed on. The food! I quickly took a peek at highlight reviews, and tips on yelp as we were waiting for our server. I got the prime rib poke, smoke meat, edamame, and ahi tataki. Let me just say everything was at least good, some were amazing. I loved the prime ribe poke, so much flavor. Edamame was drenched in butter, and had essence of garlic and truffle oil. It might be a bit much for some people, but for me it was mouth watering. I must go back for the prime rib poke! I hope someone comes to visit me soon, and I can once again entertain them there!
(4)
Polly S.

Great service! Very nice waiter CJ. Loved the Mango Mojito and Steak Pupu.
(5)
Carla K.

Please don't take what I'm about to say the wrong way. I really did enjoy the time I spent there ( we had 2 cocktails apiece, there were 3 of us, and we also had two different pupu platters, which were very ONO). I was very disappointed with Chris ( our server). I couldn't make up my mind about what kind of cocktail I wanted to drink. Im not a drink. So he had recommended a drink to me and with his recommendation he told me, if you don't like it " I will buy it". So really I felt " OK" nothing to lose. RIGHT? He brought it ,I try it, WOW"!!! Way to strong for me. So when he returned to our table, my sister mentioned to him that I didnt like to. Ordered another cocktail, he asked my sister, Do you want it? She replied, ya I'll drink it . So when we received our bill guess what? Yup, we were charged for that drink. We didnt make a fuss about it. But if you cant stand behind what you say to customers ,maybe its best not to mention it in the first place. Im also a server. When you give your word to customers, let me tell you, they will make sure you better hold your end of the deal. The deal was between " You and Me".
(3)
Mags L.

Their menu had a request: "to help us conserve resources, please drink beer". How can you not like a place like that? The ambience was perfect: terrace seating, dark lighting, and tiki torches blazing. You get a view over the beach and water. We only had drinks. Had the Lava Flow (my fav - a pina colada with pureed strawberries - cuz it was blended), the Tropical Itch (tasted mostly like alcohol...), and the Mai Tai. The service was good: attentive, but not intrusive.
(4)
William C.

Went into tikis the other night for dinner. The food was delicious and our server Kelsie had some really good recommendations. The calamari was awesome' i'm definitely going back
(5)
Blue J.

Awesome food. Worth the price in portion size, food quality, and presentation. Servers are spot on.
(5)
Steve A.

Stopped in here again two years later - so my initial review still stands - slight change to the menu - but still great service by a very young and energetic staff - really fun drinks served in Tiki heads - you can buy them as a souvenir - entree's are standard, but the side dishes are what makes the restaurant stand out - not the usually fair, but some really nice twists on pasta, potatoes and other vegetables. Reasonable price - I'd go again.
(4)
Ed Z.

We come to Tiki's every time we are in Waikiki. The food is great and the staff is always welcoming. You can't beat the lanai view at sunset. Try the calamari katsu or the prime rib pupu's. The Cajun Ahi is excellent! The valet parking is very convenient.
(5)
Joe T.

Had a great dinner here. The short ribs are spectacular. They even sat us on the balcony overlooking the ocean despite our not having a reservation
(4)
Mark W.

We arrived at the restaurant only to find out that our reservation was actually the next night. As the wait for a large group was around forty minutes to an hour, we opted for the open patio dining, but were told that the full menu would not be available. The limited menu included all of the drinks and no vegetarian options. Did I mention that my vegetarian daughter was starving? Our dinner was quickly spiraling out of control. And then our waitress saved the day. It was a slow night, at least relative to other nights. At our request, we were given the full menu. I had the Friday Hawaiian plate, and it wasn't even Friday. There was a good mix of Hawaiian staples on my plates. Some were good, some I just tried once or twice. Everyone found something they wanted to order. Or waitress was really nice, reassuring that what we orders was a good choice, and very accommodating.
(5)
Scott B.

Kelsie K. Was an excellent waitress and made us feel very appreciated and welcome. The food was wonderful!
(4)
Bruce N.

Took my family here and the food was outstanding, as was our server Terry. Very worth visiting. We'll be back.
(5)
l o.

I really wanted to like this place. I REALLY really wanted to like this place. But alas, it was not as great as I thought it would be. We arrived at about 11am. We are from Ca, so we got hungry earlier than their busy lunch hour. There were only three other tables being served, but the service was still a little slow. We ordered the mixed plate - great beef, but that what was the only thing I was blown away by. The chicken katsu and fish were mediocre at best. We also ordered the fish and chips but the server kept reiterating we said the fish tacos, not the fish and chips... To the point I felt guilty enough that we didn't correct her and sucked it up with the fish tacos. The fish tacos were nasty...why are they trying to make fish tacos taste like beef? And not even real beef...it tasted like tacos from an Americanized Taco franchise. The poke was nothing special but the fried wontons pleasured my taste buds enough to not walk out. Ordered a water down pina colada while hubbu ordered a bloody Mary he didn't even half way finish. All in all, a disappointing experience. I really wish we had a better time, especially since we were staying at the aston and wanted to enjoy their happy hours and performances, but the first impression on food and customer service wasn't very satisfying.
(2)
Jamie-Lee F.

Vanessa is hands down the best bartender ever! Totally rocks!
(5)
A I.

Outstanding food, ambiance, and service makes this place a winning choice. I was in Honolulu on vacation and was recommended to Tiki Grill for dinner. The macadamia nut crusted mahi was stellar. Our server, Teri, was great! Very friendly and attentive to our table. All around a "solid" choice for dinner at a reasonable price. I look forward to returning.
(5)
Cherry R.

Had been a couple years since I went back to Tiki's with the constant opening of new bars and restaurants in Waikiki, but I'm glad I made it back! They must have changed their menu a little since then because the food tasted better this time around. The crab dip was de-lish! There was a line for a table so we took our little pager to the bar and had a couple of beers meanwhile. Our bartender Toma's was so hospitable and accommodating that we decided to ditch the table and stay at the bar. He knows the bar well; I asked him to recommend something similar to the Big Wave since they didn't carry it and he poured a Longboard which is now my new fave. His service was always prompt and friendly. After our quick bite he let us sample another local beer as we were literally leaving. I wish I could say we were the only ones given this special treatment but along the left and right of us at the bar we could tell the other patrons were having as much fun and attention.
(5)
Gene K.

Went here for a drink after the Honolulu Zoo Summer Concert with John Cruz. We basically walked on over and up the stairs to Tiki's, washed our hands and sat down in the bar area. There was live music going on which I wasn't familiar with, but enjoyable. We quickly got the menus and ordered the $2 Bud Light draft special. Wifey decided she didn't want anything off the menu so got the same drink. As we were about 1/2 way down the pint glasses, the waiter came back to see if we wanted more, but we declined. He was running all over the place and you could tell every table he went to, they were waiting for him. He never came back to our table, but I easily flagged him down and when we asked for the check, it was pretty quick. I've heard the food was less than nothing special, but I can't comment on that as I didn't eat it. Any of the food/drinks seemed to be expensive if it wasn't on special. But it's more for the atmosphere. I know I'm local, but it's nice to get out where it's crowded and touristy and have a great view of the sunset and hear live music. I'd come back for drinks.
(3)
Terry T.

Went in for a quick drink and a bite before heading back to out hotel. It was self seating in the bar area... and that's it. We sat. And sat. And sat some more. No one came to greet us. The server was sitting in the well just hanging out talking to another server. We decided to walk out and on the way out a guy in a button up (im assuming the manager) said thanks guys have a good night. I let him know that we're. Leaving because we were never greeted. He said "ok". hey buddy thanks for the customer service
(1)
Jodi K.

So after a stroll on the beach, and after much whining about how I wanted a drink my husband decided we needed to find a bar. The only place that appeared to be open from the street was this place. They were busy. There was a live band performing. Apparently you seat yourself, there was no 'hostess/host' at the entrance so we found a table near the balcony thingy. After a few minutes our server came; I wonder if this was the same server as another yelper mentioned, at times she was 'running around' like a chicken without its head. She was nice enough as she checked on us periodically. I wished I had known the drinks do suck here. I'm not a beer drinker so obviously I get the 'girly, cheesey' mixed drinks at these kinds of places. Mind you, I feel the effects of a mixed drink after ONE drink; last night I had THREE and a beer; and I was not feeling anything at all. I guess what I'm trying to say is that I totally agree with other reviewers, the mixed drinks are totally weak, well what I drank that is(Blue Bikini, Sex on the Beach, and a Kalakoa Sunset). Oh, and on a last note our bill came out to $53-something not including tip.
(3)
Donna N.

I loved this place! Live music every night over-looking the beach, sipping on Mango Mojitos and enjoying the Aloha Friday platter. I spent 4 nights in Honolulu and dined here 3 times. It was that good!
(5)
Marcus K.

Great food and great view of the beach. Filet mignon melted in my mouth.
(5)
Kelly S.

Although the place holds a spectacular view, the food was far from memorable. I had the special of the day: Sea bass with melons. Having experienced delicious fish back home not too long ago, i was stoked by the mere thought of having a $26.00 plate of Seabass do what that $18.00 Black Cod had done-scream, shout, murmur, atrial fibrillation (in that order, repeatedly!). NAY! The fish was plopped on top of a scoop of rice and served with a "wine sauce" and melons. The texture of the fish was chewy and soft rather than flaky and butter-smooth, and the whole idea of the dish was all wrong; nothing went well. My friend absolutely loved his scallop dish and one of the girls looked pleased with the Miso glazed Salmon. I do give plus stars for the AMAZING bread, blueberry-like with a pineapple butter. Best free bread I've ever had! Lastly, it was my friends birthday, and when the waiter was told, he just said "happy birthday, brah". No cake or song? The service, ambiance and food combined didn't make for a notable experience. I should have just had the spam musubi downstairs, darn it.
(2)
Erin C.

great food, love the live music, the view and CJ was an excellent server!!
(5)
Randy O.

I am the Regional General Manager at Island Club and Spa and love Tikis. Had outstanding service last week from Romulo (spelling) He was charming, knew a ton about the menu and drinks and made our experience fantastic! Mahalo
(5)
Jerri R.

A great place for food & drinks! The view is fantastic & the staff are all very friendly! A fun place to hangout!
(5)
Ana C.

The food was great and the staff were excellent. Jen was so helpful. She went over the menu and gave me information about the food that I selected.
(5)
Peter K.

Update to this review. Despite the bird deterrent system from the hotel in which Tiki's is housed, which made us think that we would never go to Tikis, we went to the bar to have a drink and watch the sunset. The Maitai was delicious, the live band was a great vibe, our server, Megan, was attentive and really nice, and the view of the sunset on Waikiki was top notch. This is a great place to grab a drink and watch the sun go to down, for sure.
(4)
Nicolette M.

Love coming here. Kaitlyn was our server. Great service. Found out she was from our hometown. #AlohaSpirit
(5)
Jennifer D.

We came to this place solely for the drinks, as the drinks at our resort were not that great. The drinks were indeed great, but their menu had nothing on it I can eat (as I am a finicky eater) and so we settled on some fries to tide us over until dinner. It was a treat to drink such well made Hawaiian drinks and we left satisfied. They were a little pricey, but any touristy place is bound to have expensive drinks.
(4)
Marty I.

Good, cheap drinks with great service.
(5)
Joe K.

Sunday: 2:30 pm. 30 minute wait for a table to just have coctails? Open tables everywhere inside and out... Only explanation is that they are just way understaffed today. The band sounds good, helped pass the time waiting for a table. Requested a table inside, but were sat outside: afraid to complain for fear of even longer wait. Table not set with napkin or silver on seating. Waited 8 minutes and no one even took drink order, so left.
(1)
SUZAN D.

Very "disappointed"! We went there for Mother's Day Brunch. Our reservations was for 1245. The brunch was supposedly to be over at 2:00 p.m. They seated us outside in the "hot" sun and far away from the food. They "clearly" saw that my Grandma was walking with a cane! When we went up to make our food everything was empty. When asked if they were going to bring more food out they replied "they are bringing it out as they make it". Well went back a second time and nothing refilled! I don't think that we should have hadto pay "full price"! Oh and they added the 17% gratuity to the price! Why? They hardly came around!!! I "would not" recommend Tiki's for "anykind" of Brunch! Maybe they are better as just a Bar!! Shame on you for "ripping off" the "Local" people!!!
(2)
Elbert K.

This bar-straunt is a nice little spot. You get a great view of waikiki from the outside lanai. Setting is everything you would expect from a Hawaiian restraunt. The food was pretty good. I got the fish and chips, and I was expecting this battered fish, but it came out a little different. The fish was very tender and fluffy and was the most unique version of fish and chips I had as well as one of the best. Other people got salads and burgers, and everyone was very satisfied with their meal. The portions were appropriate with a few pints of beer. The atmosphere just gave a sit back and relax vibe. I just wish they had Primo beer, but I have yet to find a restraunt that serves it.
(4)
marc a.

Call me a tourist, but Tiki's was awesome! The restuarant was right next to our hotel, and I just couldn't resist an open-air patio right around sunset on our first night in town. First of all, I was very impressed by the exclusively poolside beer service of local Kona brews on tap. It was more than reasonable at $4 a cup, but unfortunately I was forced to heed a warning from the friendly bartender: "No double-fisting in Hawaii." House rules. I can respect that. We were promptly seated directly in front of a small bamboo hut where an island music/reggae (for lack of better terms) was taking the stage. Service was great as I immediately settled in, becoming progressivley more inebriated, thoroughly feeling the band as they rock out to anything Sublime. Perfect. The appetizers were of a standard fare with a slight Hawaiian twist: spicy tuna poke, chicken wings, and Kahlua pig nachos. While slightly above average as a whole, I did enjoy the tuna poke with beer which was a first for me. Top it off with a fully stocked bar with plenty of Jager, and what more could I ask for? The only thing that turned me off about Tiki's was the fact that they did last call at midnight and were ready to close a half hour later. In retrospect, this made sense considering it was a Tuesday night. Alas, all good things must come to and end. A great kick-off spot for a memorable vacation, I would definitely go back.
(4)
David M.

Great food, great apps, great Mai Tai's, and best view on earth! Fast friendly service too.
(5)
Sean C.

Fantastic. Ask for koa as you waiter. Great service and great food. Magic was superb and shortrib was amazing. Thanks tiki!
(5)
Lisa M.

Having never been to Hawai'i I wanted to do all the touristy things like Tiki bars & luaus while in Honolulu. I used the Around Me app to find a tiki bar and this was first on the list. Highly recommended and near by plus the menu looked wonderful, I decided to give it a try. It was past 8pm on a weekday but the place was packed. While waiting for a table I ordered one of the drinks served in a take home glass, a mind bending concoction of pineapple & rum called "Greg Brady's Wipeout". The bar was packed tight but everyone was willing to make room for a few more. We barely had time to pay before our table, one right at the balcony's edge, was ready. The decor & atmosphere was everything I was expecting, from the Tiki totems to the Tiki torches. I do wish we had been there for the sunset as we could only sense the ocean. The service was great; efficient and proactive w/ a bit of humour. Our server offered to rinse out & box up my porcelain Tiki god, complete w/ bubble wrap. Very thoughtful.
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Cat A.

Directions to have a great time at Tiki's (Try to) get a table on the lanai. Do this by RESERVATIONS Order AT LEAST TWO (or more) of the following items below: Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi Prime Rib Poke with a Side of rice Cajun Seared Ahi (RARE) Coconut Shrimp with a side of Thai Chili Sauce Calamari Katsu MOCHI ICE CREAM (local style baby!) Guava Cheesecake! After, grab a drink at the cocktail area where the bartenders and cocktailers will show you a good time (with delicious drinks of course) If your at the bar, JP makes the best bloody Mary, ask Nate for the "naterade" shot, and Danny has awesome tropical drinks.. ask for his suggestion. Frencis, Nash, Rick, Eddie, Tomas n Todd... hell, all the bartenders rock! Just remember to TIP and have fun with the live local music ... If Uncle Joe is there, ask him to take a picture in front of Kipu, and be sure to grab a lei from Auntie @ the lei stand... The Crew at Tiki's are for the most part seasoned, fun-lovin', local, hospitable and HOT! Give them a chance.. they are working hard to stay afloat in this horrible economic time while competing with big-time corporate restaurants around them like Yardhouse, cheeseburger in paradise and the devil himself, The Cheesecake Factory! (You can get this stuff anywhere, go local in Hawaii!) I would know. Before I moved, I spent a lot of time at this bar and grill.. a lot.. SO trust me ;) Have a Delicious, awesome time :) P.S- Happy hour is a new addition. and it's also awesome as well. P.P.S- ReMember... this is Waikiki beach, not some hidden un-touristy beach.. prices on the strip are typically more expensive for many understanding reasons.... so don't be surprised at the bill.. !
(5)
M R.

Great food, fantastic drinks, island atmosphere! I always eat/drink here when in Honolulu. Be sure to sit at Tomas's section of the bar . . . He is awesome!
(5)
Jennifer B.

Dined here alone for the first time and was overall very happy. Service was good and prices reasonable for a downtown Hololulu locaton. I had the soup of the day which was chicken lemongrass curry and it was good but could have been hotter. The taro root rols with banana butter were also good, but again would have been better if served warm. The special fish of the evening was a macadamia and coconut crusted mahi on a bed of edemame, asparaus and mushroom risotto with a mildly spich curry sauce. I don't care for mahi so theiy hapily substituted opah. It was very good, not overpoweringly sweet with hte curst and the risotto was very nicely prepared. The place is quite toruisty but still fun with live music and a great view of the sea.
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Jennifer E.

Great server! Serena B. :~)
(5)
Mike D.

Nikki G was awesome - everything you'd want in a server. Friendly, efficient and happy to give recommendations. She was the reason we would recommend the Tiki Grill to friends!!
(5)
Aaron A.

The kalua pork is AWESOME!!!
(5)
Jeremy S.

The location, decor, view, food and drinks were great.
(5)
Serena L.

the dinner rolls here are hella good. excuse my bay-ness our hotel was literally 500 feet away. I was disappointed because during our trip to hawaii, I hadnt seen any tiki torches other then at the luau, until I came here. they had tiki torches. I was happy. so the restaurant has a nicely sized, seperated, bar area. the night we were here, they were blasting live music. awesome. they had beer on tap pool side. the service here was pretty good. everyone was so nice. I miss Hawaii. the food was very good, I had the fish and chips. my fish were massive, and very fresh. we dined in the restaurant and spent sometime at on the bar side. since this restaurant is on the second floor, you get a pretty good view of the beach. I love how they have a balcony in the dining area. goodtimes
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Marie H.

My fiance and I really enjoyed the food & ambiance here. He ordered the kona lobster mac n cheese while I got the mac nut mahi mahi. We were both pleased! If you sit outside you get to enjoy your meal and watch the sunset and ocean.
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Justine D.

Ok...I loved Tiki Grill until they got rid of the lobster stuffed fish, but supposedly I was the only person who liked it. If they still had that entrÃ©e I would have given this restaurant 5 stars for that dish alone. If anyone knows how to recreate it I will marry you and be your sex slave for life. It was truly that amazing. Tiki Grill is still good. The coconut shrimp appetizer is amazing. The Caesar salad is good. The taro rolls and banana butter is just brilliant. I love the salmon with taro mashed potatoes, which are insanely delicious. That is my new favorite entrÃ©e. The place is very expensive, but it's the strip and tourist central. Cost: $53 There is live music. A fun bar with cool bartenders (Senior Benny Rocks). Ask for a seat on the balcony when you make your reservation.
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Lora H.

As a life-long Hawaii girl... I often take Waikiki and the beauty of our islands for granted!! I've been to Tiki's now a couple of times on a Friday and Saturday night and I have to say, yes, it's more tourists than locals but, I love the atmosphere, and love the live music on Saturday nights (usually it's local artist Johnny Helm who has Jack Johnson kind of sound). Tiki's is right across from Waikiki Beach so the view is amazing, especially if you go in time to catch the sunset! The bar is an outdoor bar, it's just a nice feel! Food, well, it's not something I'm going to rave about, but it's not bad!!! I do love the truffle oil edamame! Now that is some good shiznats!! But the drinks... uh, not so good. I would say stick with beer or wine, cause you can't really screw that up! But all in all, Tiki's is a great place to hang out, if you want a mellow night with some drinks, food, and friends and an awesome view!! Now, word of caution.... there is free valet parking, but it's only free for three hours! If you go over three hours.... be prepared to dish out some cash!!! I don't know about you, but me and my girlfriends can sit and chit chat and eat and drink for far longer than just three hours so that's one thing that's a little bothersome. And finding parking elsewhere.... eeek, not easy to do.
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Lala E.

Waiter took 15-20 minutes to get to our table after we were seated...another 15 to get us the drinks we ordered. About 45 minutes for our entrees...I ordered a special for that night...a whole opakapaka, which was brought to my table UNSCALED. I brought this to the attention of my waiter, who told me that "Yeah, thats how our chef prepares it...some people don't mind it..." WTF! I told him I couldn't eat it and asked him to send it back to the kitchen...he asked me if I wanted to order something else, and then told me.."my boss might be pretty pissed off that you're sending this back, so I can't guarantee that we can take it off the check." WHHAAAAAAT! First of all, I don't need to hear about your pissed off boss, that sounds like a personal problem to me, and 2. I AM NOT PAYING FOR THIS FISH. They ended up taking it off, and I ordered the Kalua Pig Quesadillas instead cause I figured its pretty hard to screw that up. Needless to say I will never be going back again.
(1)
Joe K.

The burger and fries I had was worth 3 stars, but the beautiful Hawaiian sunset and music was 5 stars. That would make my rating an average of 4 stars, which is what I gave it. Food is definitely overpriced, heck, the whole menu including drinks is, but that's not what you are really paying for. This was my second visit. My first visit was marred by a rude waitress who obviously didn't think local people can afford to go out or deserve to to be in Waikiki. She gave me one glass of water the entire time, never asked how we were doing, clearly serviced the other tables in our section better. I gave her a dollar tip on the entire bill. I had to even the score.
(4)
Elizabeth C.

Love the burgers! N drinks are very affordable
(5)
Kyle F.

They had a nice drink selections with some nice combinations. The best of our appetizers was the prime rib poke and the beef gyoza. Down from 5 stars just because it was a little pricey for our drinks and entrees.
(4)
Bryce M.

Food We had the kalbi gyoza as our first dish we ordered. This was surprisingly really good. It was shredded kalbi flavored meat stuffed into a gyoza wrapper. It had two different sauces plated with the dish. The sauces were really good and I thought, that was what made the dish. It was five pieces of gyoza. The next dish was something the waitress recommended. It was Truffled soy edamame. This was actually not too good. The taste of the sauce that the edamame was is tasted pretty good. Who doesn't like the taste of soy and truffle oil! But the sauce was way too oily. I am not sure what other type of oil they add to the sauce but it was way too oily and after a few pieces of edamame it was just too oily to eat more. If it was less oily, I definitely would have ate a lot more. The portion of this dish was pretty good though. The last thing we ate was the tataki Ahi. This was like a blackened seared ahi that was severed sashimi style with two or three different sauce drizzled on the plate. This was very good and again the sauces made this dish excellent. It was like 6-8 pieces cut thinly, but it was well worth it. Drinks The drink were also not bad. The prices were reasonable for being a Waikiki hotel bar. They had some drink specials and they had a good variety of beers. It wasn't a huge variety but they did included several types of local Hawaii beers which was kind of cool. Service The service was ok, not the greatest, but for a bar/grill type of place it was decent. It was a little slow and almost closing, so it did seem like the servers and bartenders were a little less attentive to us, since they were starting to clean up. Not sure if they have live music every night but when we went they did. It was a good atmosphere with live music, good views of Waikiki beach and some food and drink. I am not sure if I would go back often because its in Waikiki, but I had a Gift Certificate and thought it was a pretty cool place to take out of town guest.
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Ryan R.

Went here with the lady last weekend ... we had a gift certificate so we were more than willing to hit this joint for some free food and drink. Sat on the lanai with a great view of Waikiki. We had the Cobb Salad, Coconut Shrimp and of course our fav ... french fries :) Everything was great for being bar food. This isn't a restaurant that I would normally come to for "good" food. This is more of a bar atmosphere that happens to have a menu! Don't get me wrong, the food was good for what it was and I would go back if I was looking for bar scene to hang out with friends and have some food on the side.
(3)
A K.

We came here not entirely too hungry, but still looking for some decent snacks and drinks. The Lahani (appetizer) menu looked interesting and we wanted to order from it, but unfortunately after a long wait to be seated in the dining area, we were told that the Lahani menu could only be ordered in the bar area. So we ordered the fried calamari appetizer from the regular dinner menu which was quite bad (greasy, heavy breading and not enough flavor). We ordered a couple drinks, one of which was nice and strong (1944 Mai Tai, based on another Yelpers recommendation), the other not so much. They also brought taro rolls to the table which were delicious. The waitress was nice and friendly however and didn't give us a hard time or rush us about not ordering a full meal.
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Jeff W.

Not much to report here....came for a quick lunch. Unfortunately the goal of a "quick" lunch was sabotaged by the slow service. This was surprising since the place wasn't particularly busy. When the server was around she was friendly enough. As for the food, lunch was a club sandwich that was just your typical club along with the pig quesadilla was a little south of mediocre. However, the mai tai was very strong which helped make the whole experience a bit more bearable.
(2)
Lorraine E.

1944 Mai tai with egg cream by Thomas, priceless. Mahalo!
(5)
Tom L.

Terry is the best waitress in Waikiki. The food is excellent - the short ribs are bomb; salads are excellent as well. The prime rib pupu is very good. The food & friendly staff gets 5 stars.
(5)
Geoffrey M.

we came down town side for halloween and randomly cruzed by tikis. we scooped a table in the bar and grabbed some apps. my girlfriend got the fancy drink in the devil cup but it took a long time to get to the table. the food was solid!! even though the ribs came out cold, the girl who brought out the food was on it. she got the ribs back to us HOT and even brought us waters bc she over heard that our server hadn't brought it by yet. never thought we would have one good time, but thanks mikela!!
(5)
Gretchen L.

Great for big crowds. Friendly service. Food was ok. Drinks are tasty.
(3)
Jonah E.

Went twice while my friends were here visiting from the mainland. The first time we went it was for lunch I got the loco moco and my friends got the fish and chips and the mahi mahi. The food looked better than it tasted which was lack luster. I think some of the appeal of this place is that fact that its "local" for a lot of the tourists, but it still within their comfort zone in terms of location and cuisine. The food wasn't bad but it wasn't anything I would write home about or rave about to people. The view is pretty nice from the hotel though. The second time my friends and I went back was for happy hour and now I'm pretty sure that is the only reason why I would go back to this place. They have decent drink specials that start at two and they have live music at night which is nice but honestly I would rather go to LuLu's which is right around the corner.
(2)
T W.

Kaitlyn was an amazing server!! She had a positive attitude and recommended really good dishes to eat. Would love to have her as my server again!!!
(5)
Terri D.

Staff is not attentive, especially during shift change. Our food order was never placed. The website is outdated, everything we wanted they no longer served. There are a lot of much better options in Waikiki.
(1)
Melanie D.

Fabulous! Great atmosphere, good food and exceptional service. Katelyn couldn't do enough for us...always available and ready with suggestions! The poke was incredible, and the lettuce wraps amazing. We had a great last day in hawaii thanks to tikis & katelyn!
(5)
Joey L.

This is my FAVORITE local spot where you can catch the Sunset, listen to live Local music over a Frosty beverage. The Tiki Bar is located in the Aston Waikiki Hotel on the rooftop. They have Happy Hour special every day from 2:00pm-5:00pm, Draft beers for $2.50, mix drink special for $3.00 and 3 hr free valet parking. The staff is super friendly, attentive and always displaying the Hawaiian love. The have decent Chicken Tacos on Taco Tuesday. Nothing beats $2 Taco with a free Longboard Lager...SCORE!!! Also, I would recommend the Buffalo Chicken Wings, Calamari and Kalua Pig Nacho. I am usually here on a Tuesday and Friday to listen and groove with 2 of my favorite local bands 2 Boi & Tru Rebels (Tuesday at 9pm) and Valhi (Friday at 7pm). If you are looking for GREAT local live music, beautiful sunset, frosty beverages and family atmosphere...this is the place to be!
(3)
Robert P.

Recommended by one of our tour guides, we tried this restaurant for dinner. The drinks from the bar were very good, the service was prompt & friendly and the atmosphere was awesome, although the food was a weak point. I am giving them three stars but they could easily achieve four or five by kicking it up a notch in the kitchen. They have a live band that plays on the outside deck, a perfect location to party with a group of friends.
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Jeff W.

I was looking for a place to have a private party for about 100 people that was near the hotel we were staying at while in Waikiki. From the start, the events manager was super easy and flexible to work with. I typically do not care for buffet food, but opted to go that route for the group. Am I glad I did - I've never hear so many compliments about food on a buffet! Kudos to Tiki's and making all the arrangements painless - just swipe my card thank you! The staff that served us has a long history there and were very professional and friendly. Many of us went back on the days following while still in Waikiki. Great job, great place. A++ for private parties.
(5)
R S.

Food is very good and service is good. But be sure you check your charge bill when you get home, we left a large cash tip and wrote "0 cash" on the receipt but someone added an extra tip to the charge receipt. Called and it seemed like no big deal.
(1)
Joey M.

Incredibly delicious food. I didn't expect much because of the location. (I have found that a great location many times = poor food ) I was surprised it was so good. Calamari was incredible. Only reason I didn't give (5) stars is because of cost.
(4)
Nick P.

Stayed at the hotel the restaurant is in and ended up eating here for 4 meals. Lunch menu is good, but the dinner menu is great! Nice selection of seafood and other dishes. Kalua Pig Quesadilla appetizer is a must try, salmon is really good, chicken is even quite tasty. Drink specials during happy hour are ok, but the selection of regular-priced tropical drinks is quite nice (what we were looking for). Service is friendly, and the patio dining area is open but well shaded. Definitely recommend a try!
(5)
Jenny L.

Nice cheap happy hour overlooks waikiki beach. No food on happy hour menu only drinks. Primo is the local Hawaiian beer, it's nice and smooth.
(4)
Charrylenne S.

We had our wedding reception here the other weekend and loved it! When looking for reception venues, we wanted friendly service, top value, and a great location. We first contacted Tiare (events coordinator) at Tiki's two months before the wedding, and from the get-go she was super friendly, laid-back, and detailed. We mainly chose Tiki's because we liked her so much. This was exactly the type of vibe we wanted for a wedding reception. We chose the Kona buffet, and all 35 of our guests enjoyed the food. In particular, the nalo greens salad, the mac-nut fish, and the guava-glazed ribs were complete hits. The veggies, rice, and fruit were good. The chicken was a little dry. If you don't bring your own cake, there is also a mango-coconut cake that comes with this buffet. The cake was good, though not amazing. For the kids, we opted to let them order from the kids menu, which included a free frisbee so they were happy. We picked Hina's Lanai for the reception area, which was between the entrance and the pool. Initially I was worried about the location, but after seeing that they created a little niche for us, I was happy we chose that area. There isn't exactly an ocean view from where we sat, but if you walk just a few yards toward the main part of the restaurant, you can watch the sunset. The music is just a few yards away, and the band playing that night was upbeat Hawaiian. It was nice to be able to walk just a few feet away and dance. Now, we had two waiters that assisted us, both of them were amazing!! Derrick and Marcos were both super friendly from the get-go, and they provided us with superb service! Derrick was extremely patient with our group, especially in the clean-up as we took a while getting our things together. He even helped get the highlight of the reception started - he had the band call my husband and I to the dancefloor, where we had our first dance. It was definitely memorable for everyone there. We loved it! Great surprise Derrick, thank you so much! Marcos was a big help too! He went above and beyond his duties. When we explained that we wanted to go to a specific kind of lounge afterward and had no idea where, he went out of his way to help us. He found us a great spot, even helped us snag a table with bottle service when they ran out of tables. We loved interacting with both Marcos and Derrick. They were timely, professional, and just cool peoples. Both men were the perfect fit for our reception! We can't thank them enough. They, along with Tiare, are the reasons I am giving this restaurant five stars. Now if you're looking for more of a formal Halekulani or Marriott type of vibe, do not head here. We even didn't want my wedding to have that kind of vibe. We wanted something more laid-back, more friendly, more Hawaiian. If you want to have fun, be able to see the sunset over the water, and you want the service that embodies "Aloha Spirit," this is definitely the place.
(5)
Kate R.

Fabulous happy hour, not as impressed with dinner - slightly overpriced, but it is Waikiki, after all. But, one of the best Waikiki happy hours I've seen - and live music every day. :)
(4)
Justin A.

Drinks are good with a live band right off of the beach and very good service. Our waiter was has only been working there for two days and did such an amazing job very accommodating and will be returning to this bar the next time I go to Hawaii
(5)
Sasha B.

I think this is one of the biggest tourist traps in Waikiki. Somewhere someone said this place was cool and everyone followed. The only reason we sat down here for dinner is b.c. apparently no one eats past 9:30PM in Waikiki (babies and old people don't eat after 8) and this was the only place still serving dinner. We got seated right away and got a very nice spot facing the ocean (you can't actually see the ocean b.c. the tops of palm trees are blocking your view). We ordered 2 drinks, the Panzanella Salad and the Aloha Friday Hawaiian Plate. The total came out to $90...yea...$90. The Panzanella salad sounds good but stay clear - the actual salad parts were good but you're not getting the yellow and red heirloom tomatoes...you're getting three THIN slices of normal tomato on the bottom of the dish. They sprinkle a minimum amount of goat cheese. Where the salad takes a wrong turn is the the amount of foccacia bread "sprinkled" around the dish...its not sprinkled...the entire dish is the bread. I literally had to dig around for pieces of greenery...so 3 pieces of tomato and a plate full of bread will cost you $14. The Hawaiian dish was ok...the pork was pretty good but the rest of the stuff lacked flavor or was not appetizing. In addition - I'm 25 but I could NOT see the menu in the dim light...you could also not see your food so I have no idea what I was poking at. I love dim lighting but this was unbearable. This place gets 2 stars b.c. it wasn't awful and the waitress was so friendly...and I mean SUPER friendly...so friendly that I might even say she was a robot. Anyways...don't come here unless you want a cheesy expensive touristy experience with bad food.
(2)
Drew A.

This might be the shortest review (I have left) ever... Great for drinks, but stick to beer/wine. Great view, friendly staff and great live music. Not too sure I would eat here----no table envy at all---even when we were hungry. Oh yeah, great view of the homeless getting wrapped up by the local cops. Also, apparently a great photo op. for Japanese tourists (to act like they are getting busted, and taking a picture)---good entertainment.
(3)
Tina T.

Good kalua pork nachos. Chill place to hang out
(4)
sally M.

Nice place to see the sunset.--and ! they also have valet parking!!! We started with the lobster rolls--the seaweed was a bit overpowering but the lobster was good! Would probably not order them again... I had the ahi special w/ blue crab. The waiter made a point of saying that the fish was to be served med-rare/med--which was perfect for me--(ahi should never be well done...it becomes tragic...) mine was delivered very well done--bummer! The waiter was attentive and had my meal replaced immediatly--which I appreciated! My sister and nieces meals were excellent! All in all a good touristy place to have dinner without getting the short end of the stick--so to speak....
(4)
Kat R.

Great casual atmosphere and live music (we went on a Friday night), service was excellent and quick. I definitely recommend the seared steak poke! There is a reason they're known for it, folks. Hubby got the ribs and couldn't stop raving about them.
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asha s.

The drinks and poke appetizer were exceptionally good. The service was spot on too. We were a bit disappointed with the Mahi main course dish though. It was chewy and didn't have much flavor. Its a great place for a few drinks and appetizers with a beautiful view of waikiki beach, but not quite a 4 star place.
(3)
l c.

We recently stumbled across Tiki's while looking for an atmospheric dining spot that would be open air. Right on Kalakaua, about as far down as you can get before Kapiolani Beach. So no annoying folks hawking gun shooting ( YES, that is now prevalant) or trying to hand out flyers or street "artists" trying to make some cash. Came upstairs, were told it would be a 20 minute wait, so took a flasher and were directed to the bar, where there was plenty of seating. typically this annoys me, but we were ready for a beer, so no problem. Long story short, the singer in the bar was simply awful - we couldn't wait to get out of earshot. Thanks to attentiveness by Jen the hostess and Nikki, our server, we got a great table out on the patio. A couple of snafus and dinner was delicous. Try NOT to eat too many of the taro rolls with banana butter, they are soooo delish. we had the short ribs and the salmon. both excellent and very flavorful. Had to have the lava flow for dessert. took care of my chocolate fix for the MONTH - yikes! all in all, a great experience. would go back in a heartbeat to try other interesting dishes.
(4)
Gil A.

Rating solely based on the bar & entertainment: great kick-it spot after a long day at the beach. Relaxing to a ton of drinks and hawaiian versions of just about every song out there. As far as the restauruant goes it's decent... nothing to write home about but good anyways. Very touristy but great just the same. I'll be back 'neck year!
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Denise M.

This restaurant was on the upper floors of the hotel across the street from ours; we had actually noticed their nightly live music earlier and decided to try them for lunch. We were seated in their covered outside section at a table along the outer edge, where we had a great breeze and could see the boardwalk and ocean - perfect ambiance! There were a lot of signature drinks in big souvenir containers, but I ordered a regular pina colada and was not disappointed. I had the mahi mahi sandwich which was excellent, and my husband had the fish tacos which were a little spicy but had great taste. Was a perfect island lunch!
(4)
Stacy S.

It is what it is. A touristy bar and grill that gives away souviener coconut cups when you order a pina colada, and has standard bar and grill fare, nothing too special. My friend and I shared the Kahlua Pig nachos, which were okay, but barely had any pork on it. I give this place two stars for the service and the atmosphere. Our table was outside and it overlooked Wakiki beach, which is a desired setting anywhere in Hawaii.
(2)
Avisha Nia W.

OMG If you're going for Happy Hour, or any hour, you must try the Ahi Tuna Bowl. It is the most amazing dish I think I've ever had. First off, when in Hawaii the number one requirement is to consume as much fish as humanly possible, and then when you think you've had your fill KEEP GOING! The Ahi at Tiki's was amazing in quality and taste. The Tuna Bowl was perfection and I'm so lucky I was on a trip with my two besties who also have a passion for yummy dishes. We went for Happy Hour and ordered three appeteasers to share. The Calamari was delicious, the Pork Quesadilla was delightful, but the Ahi Bowl was by far my favorite as even now 2 weeks later my mouth is watering writing this. The dishes are all simple but done very well. Great service, loved listening to the aspiring artist singing by the bar. Very relaxed atmosphere and I always love a place where you can see the ocean.
(4)
Grace T.

good sized decent entrees, nice ambiance, "free" valet-validated parking, and open late(r) = good place to eat!
(4)
Rosquete B.

On the second floor, part outdoor bar (noisy and partying), part indoor restaurant Delicious pupu appetizers e.g., calamari steak, coconut shrimp, quesadillas Some entrees were good, others okay Hawaiian sampler entrÃ©e Salmon okay Lamb chops good Nice wines at a reasonable price Good desserts Service is friendly, but sometimes seems uncoordinated
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Joe B.

Stayed at the Asten Waikiki Beach so this bar was down near the lobby. Had a couple drinks here. Had the 1944 Maitai off their Nuevo menu and it was a nice strong drink. Service was a little rushed when busy but I guess that's understandable. When they weren't so busy the bartenders were very attentive and helpful.
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Alizze A.

This place was convenient considering our hotel is at the same building. We came for happy hour and ordered the coconut shrimp, prime rib poke, and calamari katsu. We loved the prime rib poke. There was a local band there and it was a great atmosphere. Definitely will go back again when we're in HI.
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martha c.

We were staying at Aston so it was inevitable that would end up at this place.. The food was not the highlight but the lava flows were delicious.... We had an amazing server named Marine... She was the perfect amount of attentive. She knew that we wanted our privacy but still brought us drinks when we were low. She's great! Also the sessional beer Wailua was delicious also. Overall a perfect bar to come down from your hotel and just enjoy a kick it atmosphere where there is live bands and karaoke singing but very beauty gown up! Loved it and would revisit when we go back!
(4)
Jocelyn L.

"good party scene"
(3)
Michiko H.

horrible. the workers will pay more attention to you if you work there...not when you're a regular paying customer. don't eat the prime rib...they over cook your choice and it looked like roast beef. Update: The owner of the restaurant emailed me with an apology and solution. Very nice. Will give you one more star because not many owners will follow up. Thank you.
(2)
REBEKAH H.

Love this place! The edamame is awesome, love the poussin cru, and the drink special make it a bit more reasonable than alot of other places in Waikiki.
(4)
Enoch T.

I just like this place, plain and simple. Great view of ocean, good food and beer. If you go during happy hour, they have some decent drink specials like $3 drafts and $5 Mai Tai's. They had a couple of live bands playing when I visited, which made it that much more entertaining. Check it out, you won't be disappointed.
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Stephanie T.

Out of desperation we ended up here. The food was mediocre, the service was fine, the drinks were watered down and overpriced. If you are a tourist, then this is the place to be. Yawn...it was as boring as boring can get. Im giving it two stars b/c I stupidly bought into one of their take home tiki mugs. Other than that, its overpriced, crappy food, crappy atmosphere and crappy drinks. Dinner came out to 100 bucks for chewy lobster pasta and an Aloha plate which tasted like dirt. We had 1 beer and 1 tiki mug drink. Avoid, avoid, avoid, unless you are looking for this type of corporate twist on Island fare. Then my tourist friend, this is the place to be.
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C M.

Fun atmosphere! Cool decorations and nice views of the beach. Everything we have ordered is delicious: wings, calamari, poke, katsu, tacos, shrimp pasta... They have all you can eat ribs on Monday evenings. And Tuesday evenings they have 2$ tacos and one complimentary longboard beer! Yummy drinks and if you pay a couple more dollars you get to keep your cool cup: tiki man, beer glass or coconut cup. Kinda pricey but we take all our guests there because its yummm.
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nona w.

Location: Great, since we live about a mile away from the restaurant. Parked near the zoo, so hubby and I had a nice walk to and from restaurant. Service: Hubby and went on a Tuesday evening since his weekend just started and I didnt have to work on Wednesday. Got to the restaurant around 4 p.m. Sat at the bar overlooking Waikiki beach which was nice. It took about 15 minutes to get notice by the waiters... GRRRR!!! WE ordered only two dishes. It took more than 30 minutes for our ahi poke and the fish and chips to come. THE service had been consistently slow and BELOW standards... *sigh* Food: The poke was fresh tasting (maybe they had to go and fish for it considering it took a long time.) Fish and chips was not what I expected it to be... When I think of fish and chips I think of the beer battered English style. THe fish chips at Tiki's was mahimahi with panko bread crumbs, they should change the name of the "fish and chips" to something else because it is very misleading. Overall: I had better pupus at other restaurants.... WONT be going there for a long time!!!
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Marilyn M.

We had our wedding reception here. Michael did an unbelievable job & coordinated it all with us in California. The staff, food, music, location...sublime!!!! Thank you all!
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Ethan H.

Mai ti at happy hour was $5 and was ok. Vegan girlfriend wanted a pina colada in a coconut but was told it was made with dairy products. She says the best tasting pina coladas are made with coconut milk only. I was disappointed with my coconut shrimp. Tasted mediocre at best, probably frozen.
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Ashley C.

If you're in the Waikiki area, this is a fun and great place to stop in for fantastic food, atmosphere, service and entertainment. Great way to end a perfect day! Love their Taco Tuesdays venue! Gonna make it a point to stop there every visit to the island!
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Chris W.

Well, at first I was impressed with the overall atmosphere of the restaurant. My family of five was seated promptly by the friendly staff and ordered some drinks. The drinks were good except for my wife's strawberry daiquiri, which was badly watered down. They swapped it out for a different drink, no problem. When it came time for dinner, the real disappointment began. My Mahi Mahi was badly overcooked, and my son in law's swordfish was severely overcooked. I did not bother to complain. The flavors were very good, however the cooks should really be ashamed of overcooking such quality pieces of fish. I will not likely return after spending over $200 for food, drinks, and tips. Hats off to the staff. They were prompt and very friendly.
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Cat S.

I lived half a block away from here and frequented this spot plenty nights. Not too fond of the food, but the pupus, drinks and live bands underneath the open rooftop, overlooking Waikiki beach was my "unwinding" place after long work days. The live bands were always good maybe that's the reason why I love Tiki's so much.
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Brad S.

My wife likes this place - and it's pretty cool; retro-Hawaiian. But we weree there for dinner and she liked her food. I didn't. I ordered the Friday Hawaiian Plate - figured it's hard to screw up the local fare. But the Kalua pig was dry, the fish, pork and greenery in the lau lau was the same. I've never seen a version of lomi-lomi salmon that was on my plate. Interesting. All in all a blah restaurant.
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mark s.

Revised comment. Food was OK and drinks were OK. Service was great. Editor's Note: After posting this review, I was contacted by Bill T., of Tiki's. He stated that the restaurant has recently made changes to the menu, and have hired a new Chef. Bill said they are improving its quality. If you go, and have a bad experience let the waiter or waitress know and the management so they can make it right. Thank you Bill for sending me a comment to acknowledge and explain the restaurants changes. I would give them a try again, next time I'm in Waikiki.
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Sheilah V.

Ate dinner here tonight with the fam. I had the Mac Nut Mahi and my daughter had the Salmon. Both were Ah-mazing! My mother had the Prim Rib which she said she really liked. Only giving three stars though cause the prices were a bit high and the dessert options weren't that great. No wait on a Saturday night which was nice and the service was pretty good. I don't recommend the coffee though. Server said it was Kona but it tasted bitter and was only lukewarm.
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Brian P.

Biggest rip off in the world. This place is a total tourist attraction.... with a name like tiki's deinitely a tourist attraction, and with tourist attraction comes high prices. I paid almost $30 for a small amount of poke, and a small bowl of siamin... but not just siamin... some of the worse siamin i've ever eaten. I mean i wouldn't mind paying $30, but make sure you get a good portion and make sure the food is good. I loved how the waiters and waitresses try to memorize your order and then FUCK UP later on and have to ask you about your order at least 3 times before putting your order in.. damn, just write it down.. it makes your life easier, and my dining experience less annoying. I also loved how we waited for about 45 minutes for our food.. and no sign of our waitress as well for those 45 minutes, and the restaurant was empty! Definitely one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had.
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Jessica L.

While I am fully aware how touristy this place is, I actually really enjoyed it. The upstairs area overlooks Waikiki beach (and thus the sunset). The service was excellent and the menu had lots to choose from. The have the expected things too: live music, souvenir cups, specialty cocktails and torches all over. I decided to get the Hawaiian plate - which was a perfect way to try all things 'Hawaiian' in one sitting!! They could easily charge more than $20 - which is already a lot but not smack dab in the middle of this tourista hell.
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Ej S.

So the food is pretty decent but the atmosphere is AWESOME! Love the theme and, of course, the view is breathtaking. I think this place gets overlooked by the younger crowds but should definitely be a cool spot for them to hangout and have fun! They even sell souvenir Tiki cups! Love those. YOU SHOULD GO!
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Nicole C.

I always had fun at Tiki's. The menu is pretty good...but I got hooked up by a friend who used to work there! Always had good drinks and desserts! I'd go back...even though it's a tourist trap!
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Leslie C.

The Kahlua Pork Quesadilla was bomb! Drinks were watered down during happy hour and highly overpriced . . . but that's Hawaii for ya. They always had live music in the evenings which was a bonus since we stayed in the hotel above (Aston Waikiki Beach).
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Stephanie F.

Good food, drinks and music!! I had my mai tai served to me in a coconut that I got to bring back home with me. We shared a plate of kalua nachos. We had a fun time here!
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Jaymes H.

The bar attached to the Aston Waikiki. Nothing special bout the bar food or drinks. Slow service.
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Address : 2570 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI, 96815
Phone (808) 923-8454
Website https://www.tikisgrill.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :10:30 am - 1:00pm

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Valet, Garage, Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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Tiki’s Grill & Bar

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