Mahina & Sun's

My family is the biggest Obama fan so we couldn't have passed up the opportunity to dine at Mahina & Sun's during our stay at the Surfjack. Everything was delicious. We especially liked the fresh tuna and octopus dishes. My dad ordered the barrel aged Negroni drink which allegedly was what Obama had. We really enjoyed the vibe here. Not only did we get to dine at the convenience of the hotel lobby, they also had rotating artists performing music everyday. The wait staff were super friendly.Hotel guests get 15% off the total bill. In addition if you book your stay at the right time, you could also get $100 restaurant credit with 5+ nights of stay!

While looking for a good place to eat in Waikiki, we came across this gem that happens to be part of a boutique hotel. The restaurant is indoor/outdoor and is adjacent to the hotel pool. We had no trouble getting reservations, but don't let that fool you.The cocktails are unique and beautiful. The food offerings are just as great. There were so many delicious sounding options to choose from, we couldn't decide, but had our eyes on the whole fried fish.The food was delicious, the service was impeccable and friendly, and they had a habanero hot sauce. That was the only spicy touch we could find on the island. We enjoyed this restaurant so much. We decided to come back the next day for dinner again.

No crowd on a Sunday at 7pm. On a mission to try the feast of deep fried whole fish (snapper) with sides.The feast is $37 per person PLUS the cost of the fish- $48 for our 2 person fishy (so $74 +48). It was a good size fish and a generous amt of sides that we couldn't finish. We did conquer the fish- fried crispy with 3 dipping sauces. Fish was fresh, but definitely needed sauce, soy sauce for us locals.The sides are local inspired namasu, veggies, taro and sweet potato.Sides are fresh crisp and very lightly seasoned, refreshing but almost flavorless. Taro and potatoes have a nice crisp exterior drizzled with spicy sauce. The brown rice made this a relatively healthy meal, to me anyway.But the standout dish was the A'u crudo- slices of sashimi in a delicious smoky, citrusy sauce. Banana pudding was also delicious, cold creamy and nicely sweet.Next visit will be for pupus and drinks from the extensive drink menu.Service is fast, friendly and knowledgeable.Restaurant is cashless.

Mahina & Sun's truly delivers a one-of-a-kind dining experience, blending a chic and relaxed atmosphere with locally-inspired dishes that make for an unforgettable meal. The restaurant, tucked within our hotel, is the perfect spot to wind down and embrace the spirit of Hawaii. With a warm, inviting ambiance and live music, Mahina & Sun's creates an intimate yet vibrant vibe that sets the tone for a delightful first night on the island. As we dined, we felt like we'd stumbled into a gem, a place that seamlessly combines fresh island ingredients with culinary innovation.For our meal, we decided for the Handmade Cavatelli Bolognese, and it was nothing short of exceptional. The pasta, tender and perfectly textured, was clearly made in-house, capturing the essence of handmade quality. The Bolognese sauce, a harmonious blend of beef, pork, and tomato, was rich and full-bodied, coating each piece of cavatelli with savory perfection. The flavors were masterfully balanced, with the meatiness of the beef and pork enhanced by the acidity of the tomatoes, creating a comforting and flavorful bite every time. A generous sprinkling of fresh Parmesan added a final touch, its salty sharpness complementing the dish beautifully.Dining here on our first evening in Hawaii was the perfect way to ease into our stay, allowing us to relax and savor a truly delicious meal without venturing far from our room. Mahina & Sun's has certainly set a high bar for the rest of our culinary adventures on the island!

Staff provided exceptional service to our party of 6! We sat poolside and enjoyed the live music. Our waiter and waitress gave such vivid and engaging descriptions of the items on the menu. Lately, that's been my favorite part of dining experiences - the service, the stories that staff share about dishes, the info about the provenance of ingredients - and Mahina & Sun's really impressed me!

Dining at Mahina and Sons on a Friday night is a great way to end your work week. Reservations were easy and directions to parking was clear. We were greeted both by the hotel front desk as well as the restaurant host. Seating was comfortable and there was a very relaxing, cool vibe. we sat poolside with live music.We ordered the seared ahi and the "off the hook." They seem to use sashimi grade or something close to it for their seared ahi. It was raw in the middle, but not grainy. Definitely seemed fresh. The chili pepper aïoli was on point and all the veggies, including limu , were fresh and very flavorful. The dish titled "off the hook" is made with Ono. It was cooked perfectly. The sauce was rich, but not overpowering. Loved it.On to dessert! We had the banana pudding and the mango sorbet. I don't know if they make the sorbet in house, but it tasted like a frozen mango - - very good! The banana pudding was inhaled because it was light, but not airy. Fresh bananas and a not super sweet banana pudding/whip cream on top.Two fresh fish dinners, two desserts, and a glass of wine came out to $100 total. Again, it's a great place when you wanna relax but not fall asleep.

Came for the happy hour. We come here for the nightly music and just never ate here. The happy hour was pleasantly good. We got the pepperoni pizza it like a flat bread pizza. The fish and chips was food, the fries was perfectly fried. Crispy and soft in the middle. I thought I wouldn't like it as I usually don't like crinkled fries but in this case they were satisfying. We also got the lumpia it comes with 4 and they are larger in size compared the last place we ordered them. They were meaty. The sauce is good but I like the Thai sweet chili sauce with my lumpia. Happy hour is seating at the bar only. Time is 11:30 -5:30. We don't drink but everyone around us seems to enjoy their drinks. It is dog friendly here too.

Cool vibe, good drinks, good food, and great service. Has all of the markings of a place I'd wanna return to. The live music was good, too. We did the chef's tasting menu "the feast" and the food was great. Fish was delicious and the side dishes were good, too, especially the root vegetables. The $37pp is for the appetizer, side dishes and dessert and you pay another $63 for the whole fish which was the main tonight. With a group of 3, we ended up paying $93pp which included a drink each. Not bad for a tasting menu!

Had the smoked ahi dip. Nothing particularly amazing in my opinion. Tasted like smoked whitefish dip we get in Michigan. 3/5Had the chicken wings as well. More like fried chicken w some spice. 3/5Had the pork chop and I would say this was my favorite by far. 5/5. Well seasoned and the sauce was delicious. A perfect plate. MY son had the fish and chips and it was pretty basic. 3/5. Tiny fish portion for the price. My daughter had the pizza and she ate it all. Said it was really good. 5/5My wife had the risotto. She said it was a 4. Said the shrimp was over seasoned and the risotto was under seasoned. Neat place w ambiance and glad we tried. Was good for my wife who has celiac. I'd say a 3.5/5 especially w the cost.

Best meal on the island hands down. Went back a second time the last night of our trip. Everything we tried on the menu was amazing and the bar has quality drinks.