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Monkeypod Mai Tai with an Ocean View  - Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki, Honolulu, HI

Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki

4.6
4.6
2230 Reviews
$30 and under
Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 263 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
Aloha, we are open daily from 7:00am to 11:00pm and are located on the waterfront of Waikiki Beach inside the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort. We accept reservations & reserve a large amount of space for walk-ins. If your desired reservation is not available, please join our waitlist in person daily. Happy Hour is available daily from 3:30pm-5:00pm (excluding select holidays).

Our chef driven concept is led by the classically trained, award winning chef, Peter Merriman. Peter is a culinary pioneer and one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine. He has always been inspired by the people and products around him and this spirit has lead the movement to look at food in Hawaii in a new light. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman embraces this passion! Each item on the menu demonstrates our commitment to craft and showcases high quality, socially conscious ingredients, creative preparations, and perfect execution.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 7:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 900-4226
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 2,230 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Most Booked

  • Oahu

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Monkeypod Kitchen in Waikiki offers a delightful dining experience with "stunning ocean views" and a vibrant atmosphere. The restaurant is renowned for its "best Mai Tais" and live music, creating a memorable ambiance. While some dishes receive mixed reviews, the service is generally praised as "excellent." Perfect for a special occasion or sunset dining.

2,231 Reviews
  1. Heather

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our reservation was at 8:45 pm and it was not super busy. It was a fun, relaxed ambiance and we enjoyed the live music! The food was great for the most part. I enjoyed the macadamia crusted mahi mahi. The pizzas were good. Shrimp appetizer was only so-so (but our waiter did warn us it wasn’t the best thing on the menu - my daughter just really wanted shrimp). The service was great. I wish I remembered our waiter’s name because he was really friendly and engaging and deserves a shout out. I would definitely recommend.

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  2. michele

    VIP

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience at Monkeypod Waikiki. The service from Eli and Malia was fantastic. Highly recommend.

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  3. Robert

    VIP

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had dinner here during the sun setting. The view was amazing! And the food, service and ambiance of the restaurant was amazing. Highly recommend

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  4. Jenny

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a beautiful restaurant with a phenomenal view, live music, and a welcoming staff. Our server was fun and helpful, and the food and drinks were delicious. We’ll be back!

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  5. Marie

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time dining here. Ambiance was great, food was delicious. Our server, Jocelyn, was very attentive and took great care of us!

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  6. Valerie

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent local food institution that bring Aloha to locals and tourists alike! Organic Mahi Mahi is delicious!

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  7. Jeff

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We recently dined at Monkeypod Kitchen, Waikīkī, hoping for a relaxing evening out, but unfortunately, the service left much to be desired. While the food itself was acceptable, the overall experience was marred by a lack of attention to detail and coordination. To begin, we specifically requested that our appetizers be served first, with the main course to follow after we finished the appetizers. The appetizers arrived promptly, which was a good start, but just a few minutes later, our entrees were brought to the table—clearly out of sequence. We politely sent the meals back, reiterating that we’d like the main dishes served about 20 minutes later, after we finished our appetizers. However, when the mains returned, it was clear they were the same dishes that had been held in the kitchen. The food was lukewarm and unappetizing, prompting us to request fresh meals. To their credit, the kitchen re-prepared our orders, but by the time everything was sorted out, the meal had lost its flow, and the initial frustration lingered. While the staff was polite, the mismanagement of timing and communication was a significant letdown. This restaurant has potential, but they need to prioritize customer requests and improve their service execution to ensure a smoother dining experience.

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  8. Michaela

    County Durham

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yes it is overpriced and portions are small but the atmosphere is everything you want. The live music was great and the slight view of the ocean we had at night was lovely. Excellent Christmas Day evening meal.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere was festive and bustling, yet it still felt intimate. Great live music and the service was fantastic!

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  10. Alison

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the Monkeypox. Excellent ambience for Christmas dinner and the best food and drinks. We particularly loved the fish and chips and I had the special - a snapper with fried shrimp and cheddar polenta that was to die for. We celebrated with N/A mai tais for our family and ended the meal with the best pies and gelatos. Thank you Monkeypod for making our first Christmas away from home a special one.

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FAQs

Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 900-4226.

Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki is rated 4.6 stars by 2230 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 263 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki

2169 Kālia Rd unit 111, Honolulu, HI 96815-1936

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Saratoga Road
  • Neighborhood
    Waikiki
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 7:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Entertainment, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access
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