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Tiki's Grill & Bar

Restaurant Bar American restaurant Bar and grill Seafood restaurant Catering service Lounge Live music venue Hawaiian restaurant Pacific rim restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Bars in Honolulu


Address

2570 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815

Website

www.tikisgrill.com

Contact

(808) 923-8454

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (5.3K reviews)

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Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (22) music (14) drinks (14) service (14) great (14) view (11) menu (10) Great (10) live (9) restaurant (8)
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  • 4/5 Chris C. 2 years ago on Google
    Came in on a busy Thursday night a week before Christmas. We made a reservation ahead of time and got seated around our time on open table. Service was good even on a busy night. The food was pretty good and we had a decent nighttime view of Waikiki with some live music. Would come back for drinks.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matt M. 2 years ago on Google
    No vaccinations required or negative test they got us in quick with out door seating the service was great and the food was even better for the price. We got the steak and beef tacos with beans and rice. The rice was my least favorite a little on the dry side, outside of that the food was great, we will be back when we are in the neighborhood. I hope this helps you out and have a great day.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gabby J. 2 years ago on Google
    Such a beautiful restaurant, the vibe here is incredibly happy and definitely captures the Aloha spirit. The food was delicious and worth the price. Watching the sunset was astounding — eat here shortly before the sunset and you won’t regret it. Also, they ask if you’re visiting for an occasion and will give you a cute little dessert!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 VAPA J. 1 year ago on Google
    We went here for dinner. We waited 15 minutes without a reservation. We came on the recommendation of a friend. We had some appetizers and drinks. The drinks are not watered down and you get your money's worth. For good, we had the beet and borsin cheese, Korean style tofu, and coconut shrimp. We ordered a second plate of the shrimp. There was live music and open air seating. This is a loud environment and fun. Service was good.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 shawn j. 2 years ago on Google
    Food and drinks were good, weather and view were good, our server Ashley was good. But we showed up at 3:30 with a 4pm reservation for two and was very surprised to see they were only 20% full because I booked the reservation on their website just a few hours before and it was the only time available for the day. Bad for their business as I would guess a lot of people may choose another restaurant based on their lack of availability. See all the empty tables in the pictures.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 E M. 7 months ago on Google
    Located in the heart of Honolulu, this restaurant offers a dining experience like no other. With its breathtaking view of the beach, patrons are treated to a stunning backdrop while enjoying their meal. The restaurant takes pride in sourcing its ingredients locally, ensuring that each dish is fresh and bursting with flavor. From succulent seafood caught just off the coast to vibrant fruits and vegetables grown on nearby farms, every bite is a celebration of Hawaii's rich culinary heritage. The menu features a variety of dishes inspired by traditional Hawaiian cuisine, as well as fusion creations that showcase the chef's creativity and skill. The attentive and knowledgeable staff are always on hand to recommend the perfect wine pairing or answer any questions about the menu. With its stunning view and delicious locally sourced food, this restaurant is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the best of Honolulu's culinary scene.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel 1 year ago on Google
    This is a nice bar to hang out at with an awesome view of the ocean if you get a table near the balcony. They also host events and have live music. Went on new years eve and they made it a an awesome party with live music and a DJ. The bartenders know their craft well but it is very fast paced and they didn't shake my margarita like I expected them to. Had to dilute the drink myself. The food is a little pricey but it is definitely delicious. Minus that the care and service is outstanding, everyone is so kind and pays attention to every step of your dinner. My girlfriend has a peanut allergy and they noted several times "here is your food, the chef made sure there your food is good and peanut free!" Very courteous and genuine. The Manager Mike is also a very kind man.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lachlan B. 2 years ago on Google
    Good atmosphere and vibe with friendly staff. As visiting Australians, the food was pricey, but everywhere is in Hawaii at the moment with our dollar. Food was good but not outstanding but there's a nice "island vibe" to the menu. The 1944 Mai Tai with a souvenir glass is a tasty drink and gives you a nice souvenir. Would go back but maybe only for drinks next time, not the food.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rob Y. 2 years ago on Google
    For my review I’ll mention only a bit about the food/atmosphere and then a note about parking, which I would’ve found useful to know going in. Food & atmosphere: this type of restaurant reminds me of something like a nicer Applebees, if Applebees had a Hawaiian theme and live music and maybe also has an ocean view. Our service was fine, food was decent though the Hawaiian-inspired, Asian fusion-seque cuisine isn’t my go-to so I don’t have a strong preference for it. Live music is a nice touch. This restaurant is part of the hotel and dining in includes validated valet parking for 2 or 3 hours, can’t remember which. Just note if you happen to be using a car rental service like Hui, the attendants can’t park your car because the service works off your cellphone. This is what happened to us, so instead the attendants helpfully suggested parking at the nearby Zoo whose parking seemed very reasonable at 1.50 an hour.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jeremy C. 8 months ago on Google
    Nice place, lively but not too wild. Live band and open air seating made it perfect. Service was friendly, attentive, quick, and accurate. Food was lacking salt for my dishes but the other dishes for those in my group said it was perfect. Dessert was really great.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Philip W. 6 months ago on Google
    We liked the dinner menu more than we liked the lunch menu. Highly recommend their local fish dish. The lanterns at night were fun to look at and the view overlooking the ocean was fantastic. If you go around 5 you can watch the sunset and I would recommend that for sure.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Peter S. 1 year ago on Google
    Outstanding location with 3 hours free parking. Set on a roof top, my family was celebrating the renewal of vows for my son and daughter in law. Outdoor seating was excellent. Our waitress was the bomb helping everyone in her area. Food was good, but the cocktails were outstanding. Then it happened. The Sun set and the views were spectacular. Even the staff took a second to take pictures. Really great outdoor dining experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Charlie C. 2 years ago on Google
    Heard the music from the street and thought we would give it a try. As everything in waikiki, a bit expensive. That said we had drinks that were great, appetizers that were way better then expected. For main course we had the prime rib. It was all excellent. But what really made the evening was the atmosphere and live music.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food and drinks. We had an amazing server named Jack. Really friendly and knew the whole menu. Had him twice once for breakfast and lunch. Highly recommended

  • 3/5 Tiffany N. 2 years ago on Google
    Walked in on a Thursday night, hostess mentioned it’d be about a half hour wait, which turned out to be 45 mins total. We were quickly sat and our server took our order within a timely manner. However, as there were more sat parties than servers, we ended up waiting over 20 minutes for food and even longer for our drinks. The macadamia crusted fish was nothing to write home about— it was dry and sat on top a bed of mashed potatoes. The rack of ribs was however, a generous portion with fries. The whole check came out to be approx. $80 USD before tip which is not worth it for the quality of food and service. The whole experience was quite unpleasant as the bar is located within the Aston Hotel and many guests were still swimming by the pool, which is the entrance to the bar and made it unsafe to travel between the escalator as floors were very wet and busy with hotel guest.

  • 4/5 Rob London (. 7 months ago on Google
    Very nice restaurant on Waikiki, live music and great cocktails. On the cocktail menu you can get free novelty jugs with special cocktails so look out for this offer. The food was well prepared and packed good flavour. Hosting was also good! I would return again.

  • 5/5 Greg S. 8 months ago on Google
    Amazing location at the end of Waikiki Beach. Second floor open air overlooking the beach. The staff was super friendly, the drinks were really good, and the food was delicious. I had the macadamia nut and crusted fish, and would highly recommend. I also had the 20 layer crepe dessert. It was different than I was expecting, but really good! Also when you purchase a signature drink, you get a glass with it to take home.

  • 5/5 Allan W. 2 years ago on Google
    Front statues was our 1st day here, rear statues is us leaving on our last evening. The food and service was great. View of the beach and ocean was magnificent.

  • 5/5 William C. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is decent -- I had the short ribs, which were not quite as decadently rich and fatty as Roy's or Alan Wong's, but still nice and tender. Drinks were great, and they didn't skimp on the alcohol! Server was super-friendly. The view from the lanai can't be beat! Live music can be hit or miss -- I prefer good Hawaiian music, but the evening we had dinner there, the guitarist was playing lots of bad '90s covers. Oh well, can't complain when you're in Hawaii!

  • 5/5 Miguel M. 4 months ago on Google
    The service was great, the environment also great. They had a guy playing live music and singing he was very good. The food was also good good prices for Hawaii and the view if the sunset was just right

  • 5/5 R S. 5 months ago on Google
    Great experience, we didn’t have a reservation but managed to be seated as a walk-in after a 5 minute wait. Our server (Jason) was very awesome and attentive to our table. Food was exceptional, everything was great - we really enjoyed the Thai Shrimp Puttanesca and the NY Strip (Surf and Turf). Also got some nice cocktails with keep-mugs to take home for our memories. We had the Volcano chicken wings poolside yesterday so also recommend those! A little on the pricey side but definitely a bang for your buck, very satisfied!

  • 5/5 Connie W. 7 months ago on Google
    Had a wonderful family experience with great food. The drinks were in cool take away glasses & the deserts were fantastic! We were a large group, so service was a little slow, but we had no issues. Parking was a challenge, because the hotel valet was not accepting hotel guests. We were seated prior to our reservation. The atmosphere was fun & the weather was fine with the open atmosphere. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 NEON D. 2 years ago on Google
    Best Mai tai's in town they say and it's true!! Food was great as well.

  • 5/5 GeralynK R. 2 years ago on Google
    Great service. We didn't have to wait long at all. Extensive tropical drink menu. Great food & fun atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Kim J. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic service, delicious food and incredible drinks! This place gave us the true Hawaiian feel. The server was very knowledgeable of the menu and what was included in each dish. We reserved a table and had just a few minute wait to be seated. Food was served quickly and the server was attentive but not annoying. The view is breathtaking. Be prepared to spend some money though, but it was so worth it! Will definitely be back if I ever make it to Hawaii again!

  • 4/5 Zachery S. 1 year ago on Google
    Ordered the prime rib and full rack of ribs (there are 2 stacks of ribs on top of each other). Asked for prime rib medium rare and although it tasted very good it was more on the medium plus side, not much pink. Still very good though. Ribs were "pretty good" as my GF says and I agree but it's not a BBQ joint so what can you expect. Drinks are $20 a piece but you can keep the mugs on most those. Good views! Good service! Made a reservation. Spent $100 on 2 drinks and 2 meals.

  • 5/5 Stephen K. 2 years ago on Google
    The Mai Tai is no joke. Great ambiance right across from Waikiki Beach. Live music. Great food. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 ShawnChelsey P. 1 year ago on Google
    Not a long wait! About 10 Minutes. Great food! We Had the salmon! Best I’ve ever had! And the prime rib! Highly recommended. Beach view from balcony. Great options for kids too! Ours had pasta and grilled cheese! Fries are really good too!

  • 5/5 Emily R. 1 year ago on Google
    The food and drinks are so unique and so delicious. Everything is fresh and beautifully made. I have had excellent customer service every time. Really decently priced. Such an enjoyable experience with beautiful views

  • 5/5 Roni H. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic service with a menu to match! Our server Matt was so sweet and attentive, even reseated us when it started drizzling. There’s live music, fun lights, and delightful food. Definitely a must!

  • 5/5 Brianne D. 2 years ago on Google
    Great spot! Waterfront views of beach. Great, flavorful food. Cool drinks with souvenir glasses. Big salads. Vegetarian options. Located inside Aston Hotel which has valet parking (3hrs validation with dining at Tikis).


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Valet parking
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as veteran-owned

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