Hoku's

4.6 (2370)

$50 and over

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

5000 Kahala Ave., Honolulu, HI 96816

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Great for scenic views

Hoku's at The Kahala Hotel & Resort is heralded for its tantalizing menu featuring global Hawaiian cuisine, — all sourced fresh, sustainable and of the highest quality — serve as the foundation for our menus, a mixture of tradition and ingenuity uniquely adapted for the cosmopolitan guest’s palate. Elegant and refined, yet comfortable and relaxed.
*Please inform us of any food allergies or special dietary needs at least 72 hrs in advance. Reservations require credit card & must be cancelled at least 48 hrs in advance.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(808) 739-8760
Website
https://www.hokuskahala.com/?utm_source=opentable&utm_medium=listing&utm_campaign=hokus-kahala
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
5000 Kahala Ave., Honolulu, HI 96816
Neighborhood
Hawaii
Cross street
Kahala Avenue
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

"Soup And Sandwich"$22.00
Chilled Tomato Soup, Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Kalua Pig and Foie Gras
Dungeness Crab and Shrimp Cake$24.00
Yuzu Caper Aioli, Ikura, Mustard Cabbage Wasabizuke
Whole Tomato Salad$18.00
Li Hing Mui Ume Dressing
Ahi Poke, Avocado Salsa, Crispy Wonton Pi Stack$28.00
Sambal Sour Cream, Wasabi Soy
Uni, Ahi, Shrimp, Ikura, On Soy Milk Panna Cotta$29.00
Sea Asparagus, Tokyo Negi Oil, Katsuo Soy
Asian Slaw, Spicy Ahi Poke, Yuzu Soy Dressing$26.00
Sumida Farm Leko Kalua Pig Caesar$24.00
Parmesan, Anchovy, Croutons, Lomi Tomato, Poi Vinaigrette
"Da Bag"$30.00
Steamed Clams With Kalua Pig In A Foil Bag

Entrées

Steamed Opakapaka, Pink Snapper$49.00
Shrimp Pork Hash, Gingered Vegetables, Truffle Nage
Sesame Crusted Seared Ahi$48.00
Karashi Mustard Sauce, Takana Kombu Relish
Shrimp, Orzo, Garlic Parmesan Sauce$46.00
Ginger Crusted Onaga, Longtail Red Snapper$49.00
Miso Sesame Vinaigrette, Sweet Corn, and Mushrooms
Braised Duck$52.00
Chickpeas, Barley, Shiitake, Taro, Nage
Macadamia Nut Coconut Marrunga Lamb Chops, Jus$75.00
Eggplant, Tomato, Green Beans, Local Chèvre
Twice Cooked Kalbi Style Short Ribs, Kochujang Sauce$46.00
Honey Sesame Roasted Carrots
16 oz. RR Ranch Prime Grade Rib Steak$90.00
Kombu Sauce, Wasabi Mustard, Mushroom Salad

Sides

Roasted Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes$8.00
Hoʻokuaʻaina Poi$8.00
Maunawili, Oahu

Desserts

Waialua Chocolate Crunch Bars$20.00
Nicoise Olive Cacao Nib Relish, Bourbon Diplomat Cream
"The Coconut", Haupia Sorbet In A Chocolate Shell$25.00
Fruits and Berries, Lilikoi Sauce
Pineapple "Shave Ice"$25.00
Pandan Tapioca, Lime Panna Cotta
Banana Caramel Kinako Custard "Cream Pie"$20.00
"Hard Tack" Soda Cracker Crust, Laie Vanilla Co. Anglaise
Five Spoons Of Brulee$20.00
Ka'u Orange, Kona Coffee, Lilikoi, Kalo, Black Sesame Chocolate

Keiki Menu

(up to 12 years old)

Penne Pasta$12.00
Butter with Parmesan Cheese
Pan Seared Salmon$22.00
Broccoli and French Fries
Chicken Tenders$12.00
Broccoli and French Fries
Keiki Ice Cream$8.00

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Hoku's.

4.6

(2370)

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

2,348 Reviews

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Romella Gold
Hawaii3 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Thank you, Hoku’s. The sweets were delightful and we appreciate the selections.
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Sandy Gold
Hong Kong49 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 15, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Very disappointing!!! The brunch was the worst meal we had for the highest price we paid. Flies were swarming around our table which made the dining experience quite unpleasant. Food selection was few and the quality was subpar more like 3-Star hotel breakfast. Very tough prime rib, mushy lobster tail, nigiri wasn’t fresh, no miso soup, miso butter fish had an elastic chewy texture, just to name a few.
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Kyle
Seattle1 review
4.0
Dined on February 15, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Valentine’s Day pris fixe was lovely, ambience was not that great at night with harsh lighting, but server was superbly friendly and accommodating.
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Barbara
San Francisco4 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 14, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We spent $600 for a dinner for two (with just three mid value glasses of wine) - and the meal was sad and below (way below) mediocre. It was a left-over 1980’s ambiance, not at all worth the price tag. No white table cloths, service polite but perfunctory, and the food was sad. We were there on February 13, and we were told that the only option was the prefix Valentine’s Day menu. Clearly the plates had been prepared well in advance of our arrival. The potatoes and asparagus were sad and overcooked. The meat was fine. The appetizers were unidentifiable. It’s a beautiful location which could be spectacular, but in its current configuration is a huge disappointment.
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Karen Gold
Los Angeles86 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We so enjoy spending time at Hoku’s! Our dining experience from beginning to end is a very special experience filled with delicious surprises. We had the tasting menu and it didn’t disappoint. I upgraded to the pasta with truffles and it was delish! My husband upgraded to the lobster dish and loved it! We both loved every bite of this menu. The table had a beautiful view of the beach and was spectacular at sunset. After dark this place has a gorgeous ambiance inside as well. One of our excellent servers, Lisa remembered us from our last visit and presented our meal beautifully along with making time for a brief visit on her very busy shift. We will always make time to spend time dining at this very special restaurant.
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Carlos
Unspecified1 review
1.0
Dined on February 8, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Malheureusement nous avons trouvé très très médiocre Les plats rien de exceptionnel Et la responsable du restaurant… donne le vertige….. elle était pressé de se débarrasser des clients Vraiment je ne vous recommande pas
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Earl Gold
Washington DC9 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 8, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Our server (Charlotte) was not very friendly or responsive.
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jeff
Tahoe3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 7, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service Good food Seafood was a amazing and short rib was amazing Chicken was average Great place and service
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Carlene Gold
Hawaii5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 1, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated my FIL's bday here as they prepare to close this restaurant. The AYCE lobster is next level. The sushi and sashimi are fresh. The carving station with roast suckling pig and prime rib are also lip smacking. But my ultimate favorite was dessert.. the bread pudding with vanilla sauce is what you would expect from a 5 star hotel and restaurant. Its just absolute heaven.
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AshLee KM
Hawaii4 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 1, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Waitress barely smiled I guess she was irritated that our group went to the buffet line and only I stayed back. She said “I’m coming and asked if we’ve been here before” yes, we have. She some what softened up towards the end but just seemed tired and not want to be there. When my husband was finished with crab legs she made it a point to say “did you want to use the moist towel?” He saw it there and wanted to use a dry napkin first. She said it in a tone as if we don’t know any better. I still gave about a 30% tip hoping it would make her smile a little. For the 4 of us it was $650+. It was meant to feel like a special time to spend with our son before our trip but instead didn’t feel comfortable. The food was average as it was before, except my husband loves the lobster tails. The waitress we had the other time made the experience much much better which is why I came back. Don’t feel like it anymore, not if this is the experience you get.
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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(808) 739-8760
Website
https://www.hokuskahala.com/?utm_source=opentable&utm_medium=listing&utm_campaign=hokus-kahala
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
5000 Kahala Ave., Honolulu, HI 96816
Neighborhood
Hawaii
Cross street
Kahala Avenue
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Appetizers

"Soup And Sandwich"$22.00

Dungeness Crab and Shrimp Cake$24.00

Whole Tomato Salad$18.00

Ahi Poke, Avocado Salsa, Crispy Wonton Pi Stack$28.00

Uni, Ahi, Shrimp, Ikura, On Soy Milk Panna Cotta$29.00

Asian Slaw, Spicy Ahi Poke, Yuzu Soy Dressing$26.00

Sumida Farm Leko Kalua Pig Caesar$24.00

"Da Bag"$30.00

Entrées

Steamed Opakapaka, Pink Snapper$49.00

Sesame Crusted Seared Ahi$48.00

Shrimp, Orzo, Garlic Parmesan Sauce$46.00

Ginger Crusted Onaga, Longtail Red Snapper$49.00

Braised Duck$52.00

Macadamia Nut Coconut Marrunga Lamb Chops, Jus$75.00

Twice Cooked Kalbi Style Short Ribs, Kochujang Sauce$46.00

16 oz. RR Ranch Prime Grade Rib Steak$90.00

Sides

Roasted Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes$8.00

Hoʻokuaʻaina Poi$8.00

Desserts

Waialua Chocolate Crunch Bars$20.00

"The Coconut", Haupia Sorbet In A Chocolate Shell$25.00

Pineapple "Shave Ice"$25.00

Banana Caramel Kinako Custard "Cream Pie"$20.00

Five Spoons Of Brulee$20.00

Keiki Menu

Penne Pasta$12.00

Pan Seared Salmon$22.00

Chicken Tenders$12.00

Keiki Ice Cream$8.00

Dining areas

Additional information

Hoku's to close at The Kahala to make way for Alan Wong's new restaurant

Alan Wong's to replace Hoku's at The Kahala Hotel & Resort

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