Hualani's

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

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   Nader

   Chicago4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined today

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

   Our server Tristan is my best friend, thank you for making the evening so special.
   

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   Emily

   Hawaii27 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   We visited Kauaʻi to celebrate our anniversary. The coconut shrimp was a highlight — very tasty and well-prepared. However, the ribeye, which was advertised as 45-day aged, was a disappointment. It may have been the way it was cooked, but honestly, the steaks we grill at home with Costco meat taste better. The meat was also heavily covered in sauce, which masked its natural flavor. The mai tai was much stronger than expected, to the point of being a bit overwhelming. On a positive note, the location is truly beautiful — overlooking the golf course’s signature hole, with stunning sunset views and a relaxed, romantic atmosphere. If you’re coming for the ambiance, you won’t be disappointed, but I would recommend keeping your food expectations modest. The brownie and ice cream they served at the end were excellent — definitely the best part of the meal. Overall, while we appreciated the setting, we likely would not return. It was a memorable experience overall, but for the food, there are better options on the island.
   

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   scott VIP

   San Joaquin15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   Amazing food and service! Definitely going back, and bringing lots of friends
   

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   Marian VIP

   Hawaii78 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   As usual, the service at Hualani was superb. It was a wonderful experience to enjoy with friends on my husband’s birthday. We each had a different salad to start and then shared the signature whole fish pupu. We ended with the best lava cake in Kauai (maybe in all of Hawai’i). It was such a fun and delicious way to spend an evening with friends. The live music was a bonus!
   

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   Willie and Sherry VIP

   San Francisco21 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   Our favorite restaurant on the island! Steve and Tristan provided excellent service and food recommendations at each of our three visits during the last month. The fresh fish selections and wine pairings were amazing. Thank you. We will see you next year. Mahalo.
   

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   Anja

   San Francisco7 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   We very much enjoyed our meal at Hualani's. The scallops appetizer was superb (we were actually thinking of having another order for dessert!). The Captain's Combo fish dish was wonderful with the tuna perfectly seared. Our waitress was very knowledgable, friendly and efficient. She graciously exchanged a glass of white wine that wasn't to our liking. On the slightly negative side, we found the live music a little too loud even though we were seated away from it. Also the wine glasses were very spotty and would benefit from a bit of polish after they come out of the dishwasher. Overall, we would go again and do recommend it.
   

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   Chipper

   Jacksonville3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   Make a point to drive down from the North Shore at least once a month!
   

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   Michael

   Hawaii26 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   The overall ambiance is amazing the views the setting the music and the service, however the food was not that great or worth the price, I ordered ribeye and it was smothered in gravy and more like a skirt steak, my wife ordered fish and it was ok , we will go back for the ambiance drinks and popus.
   

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   Paul

   Cleveland3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Chelsea is the best server!! We would return for sure!
   

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    Stephen

    San Francisco32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

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

    Wonderful setting excellent service and great food.
    

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