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

Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki

4.7 (2875)
$30 and under
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
2169 Kālia Rd unit 111, Honolulu, HI 96815-1936

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 246 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
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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What 2,875 people are saying

Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Most Booked

  • Oahu

    Hot spot

  • Oahu

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Monkeypod Kitchen in Waikiki offers an "amazing view," "delicious food," and "fantastic service." Known for its "best mai tais" and "live music," it creates a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. While reservations are recommended for oceanfront seating, the "friendly staff" and "exceptional ambience" make it a "must-visit" spot in Waikiki.

2,875 Reviews
  1. Dr. Lianne

    Hawaii6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Pedro, our server, was warm and friendly. The service and food were wonderful. It was an overall wonderful place to spend Mother’s Day.

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  2. Gregory

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good. The views were spectacular, right on the water

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  3. Eric

    Hawaii1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food very heavy and over flavored I can’t even tell you how many capers were in the lobster pasta like a whole jar maybe Lobster meat very tough almost sent it back Skip

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  4. David

    Alabama6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for the second time while on vacation. Only place we went to twice for dinner while staying on the Island. Amazing atmosphere, service, and food!

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  5. Jeff

    Las Vegas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Kaya was outstanding! Food and drinks were great but her service is what made our night! She was delightful and very attentive.

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  6. Kim

    Orlando24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a good time, good food, great service and gorgeous views

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  7. Stuti VIP

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, great service and location. We sat close to the window and the splashes made it worth it!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cliff was phenomenal! Truly a curated and tasty experience to celebrate early Mother’s Day :)

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  9. Danielle

    Orlando1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10. We visit O’ahu every year, & this year was the first we ate at Monkeypod. We dined for dinner our last night on vacation, & it was by far the best service we have received dining on the island. Colby was an excellent server. He was very knowledgeable, patient, attentive & friendly which elevated our experience. The decor of the restaurant was lovely, our table gave us a great view of the ocean, & we dined during their live music which gave a nice ambience. Omg, & the food! Our appetizers & entrees were excellent, all very tasty & fresh. & Colby gave us a complimentary Banana Cream Pie for Mother’s Day when he overheard me talk to my mom in conversation during our dinner. Definitely would recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting the island & we cannot wait to return in our next visit.

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  10. Dennis

    Hawaii15 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Water glass broke in my hand and manager offers me a T-shirt. I was drenched by the water from the broken glass. You would think they would have more concern for me then offering a T-shirt. I will not be coming back. Servicer Kilihune was more concern than manager.

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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 4.7 stars by 2875 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 246 times today
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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