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Pono Pacific Kitchen, Grover Beach, CA

Pono Pacific Kitchen

4.9 (732)
$31 to $50
Seafood
228 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach, CA 93433

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Innovative
Pono Pacific Kitchen offers Pacific Rim cuisine that focuses on local favorites with a style of cooking and presenting dishes that combines ingredients, influences and techniques from not only Hawaii but also Asia, California and Mexico and the western coasts in general.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Pacific Rim
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (805) 202-8115
  • Website
    https://www.ponopacifickitchen.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Preston Tripp
  • Private party facilities
    Our heated patio is available to rent out for up to 25 guests. We will be offering off site catering options very soon. Please email hello@ponopacifickitchen.com to inquire about availability.
  • Location
    228 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach, CA 93433
  • Neighborhood
    Pismo Beach
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Menu

Pono Pacific Kitchen's menu was last updated on 4/2/2025.

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What 732 people are saying

Pono Pacific Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Best Overall

  • California Central Coast

    Best Food

  • California Central Coast

    Innovative

  • California Central Coast

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pono Pacific Kitchen delights with "super fresh fish" and "inventive recipes" in a vibrant setting. Known for its "amazing flavors," standout dishes include the butterfish and crab cakes. The "friendly staff" and "excellent service" complement the "delicious, innovative" menu, making it a "hidden gem" on the Central Coast.
732 Reviews

  1. Glenn VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Found this place through Open Table and decided to try it - very glad we did! It was an excellent experience with great food and service. We will definitely go back again when we are in the area!

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  2. Grace

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time going to this restaurant and would definitely go back. The food was exceptional and beautifully presented. Our server was attentive and professional. Definitely a five star establishment!

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  3. Shawn

    Hawaii10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot! Calamari was light and good. Ill definitely try a different app next time. The scallops and crusted Mahi were the stars. Both dishes were bomb! Would definitely order those again. ❤️

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  4. Nancy VIP

    Orange County141 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was Ellejae, we have had her before and she is so nice and friendly. We always get the Halter Ranch Grenache Blanc, Bread and butter and I get the Mac Nut Mahi Mahi and so did my husband this time. Also, my friend who originally told me about this place sometime ago, her and her fiancé showed up. It was a nice surprise as the husband’s got to meet. 

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  5. Amanda VIP

    California Central Coast9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Honestly delightfully surprised at this place. The food was fantastic from the oysters to the salad to the butterfish and mahi. Wished they had a full bar but overall definitely give this place a try.

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  6. bill kristie VIP

    California Central Coast146 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect starter dish - calimari with a tasty dipping sauce- oh yumm.... changed my entree this visit to sea bass, loved it ! so many choices and all with different sides and garnishes. Preston is the king of the kitchen. looking forward to more new summer plates, see you in a week....THANX

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  7. Richard VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service were absolutely fantastic. The wine list a bit lacking, but didn't go there for wine.

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  8. Arnold

    California Central Coast4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food and service were great! will definitely go back.

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  9. Dennis

    San Diego9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every aspect of our experience was memorable. Misoyaki salmon, crab cakes and Lilikoi tart were very delicious and prepared perfectly for our taste buds. The misoyaki glaze was not excessive and overly sweet, which is how we prefer. It complemented the salmon flavor and salmon was not overcooked. My Ruby SoHo Sakerini was a unique cocktail that we enjoyed.

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  10. Diane

    San Francisco Bay Area15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our third time eating at Pono and the food has been consistently delicious❣️ The waiters are amazing also.

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FAQs

Pono Pacific Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 202-8115.

Pono Pacific Kitchen is rated 4.9 stars by 732 OpenTable diners.

Pono Pacific Kitchen does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 7 times today
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228 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach, CA 93433

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Pismo Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Pacific Rim
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Preston Tripp
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.ponopacifickitchen.com/
  • Phone number
    (805) 202-8115
  • Private party facilities
    Our heated patio is available to rent out for up to 25 guests. We will be offering off site catering options very soon. Please email hello@ponopacifickitchen.com to inquire about availability.
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