Hoku's

Hoku's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Donna

   Hawaii3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a stunning view of the beach. As soon as we walked in the host was very friendly took us to our table. As well as put in an order of 2 lobster tails. As we walked to our table every employee we passed greeted us with a "Hello, Aloha & a welcoming smile". Our server Jared was also very friendly & knowledgeable. Food was delicious! We had a beautiful & relaxing time. This is a absolute go to place! Mahalo Nui Hoku's Restaurant
   

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   Henry

   San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The food was excellent and abundant but not including beverages with the total price of the Brunch seemed cheap. How expensive could it be to accommodate soft beverages..ie juice, tea, soda? We have wanted to experience this Brunch for years and finally did. Our server was very attentive as all your staff. Everything served was of great quality.
   

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   Josh

   San Diego1 review

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The only thing better than the food was the service.
   

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   Ashley VIP

   San Diego3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   One of the best dining experiences ever. Daniel was a phenomenal server who made the experience top notch. Would recommend to anyone visiting Oahu.
   

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   Nanette VIP

   Philadelphia10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Attentive and friendly service; excellent food , beautiful views
   

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   Elijah VIP

   Hawaii35 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on May 18, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   From the start, this was a very disappointing experience. When I made the reservation over two months ago, I had specifically selected “Hoku’s seating” instead of “Veranda open-air seating” because I wanted to sit inside the restaurant. The view, to me, is nicer, and the ambiance is more elegant. When my party and I arrived (on time), however, Hui, the hostess, proceeded to seat my party outside. I inquired why this was and mentioned that I had selected the Hoku’s seating inside. Hui acknowledged that I had reserved a table inside but said that they had given away the table to a walk-in party because they were hotel guests. This didn’t make sense to me since I made the reservation far in advance. If they needed to hold some inside tables for hotel guests, they shouldn’t allow so many reservations that specify the Hoku’s seating. Moreover, when I made the reservation, there was no indication or disclaimer that the seating selection was a preference rather than a conclusive choice. I’ve not had this issue on any of the four other occasions that I’ve had brunch at Hoku’s in the last year or so. (I did have a similar issue when they first reopened the brunch buffet). Nevertheless, the hostess insisted that we could not get a table inside unless we were willing to wait 2 hours. Of course, we accepted the outside seating, but this sullied our meal before we even began. Despite this, the food was good, and the service at the table was excellent. Our server, Reyne, was very friendly and very attentive. If not for the fact that we were seated outside rather than inside (and the unpleasant encounter with the hostess), it would have been a nearly perfect experience. The poor service at the start, however, soured the whole experience. It wasn’t until we were waiting for our cars at the valet that they offered for me to speak to a manager. By then, I had already given my valet ticket, so it wasn’t an option. Don’t trust the seating selection or the host service.
   

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   Susan

   Hawaii21 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 18, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Well balanced brunch buffet complete with everything on the website. We were celebrating a birthday and the complementary slice of rainbow cake was beautiful and flavorful. The counter next to the kitchen is where you’ll select various tempura and request the suckling pig, roast, omelette. I would have preferred a more welcoming carving station and omelette bar. Inside seating is cooler, closer to the buffet. We’ve been there several times and will continue to enjoy this wonderful restaurant.
   

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   Stanley

   Hawaii3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 18, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food, great service, especially Tony, who was our attendant.
   

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   Andrew

   San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 18, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our waiter Duane was very attentive to our experience and the quality of food exceeded our expectations.
   

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    Ray

    Hawaii14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We visited Hoku’s several times for their brunch. Staff overall were very friendly and helpful with us and the food was excellent. I recommend this restaurant to couples, family and friends. Great restaurant to celebrate special occasions too.
    

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