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#513 of 1,736 Restaurants in Honolulu American

Menehune Grille

4.1(11 community reviews)
Fine Dining ($$$$)

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Discover Menehune Grille, offering the best Seafood experience in Waikiki. Enjoy Fine Dining ($$$$) meals, explore their menu, and read reviews from the community on TasteHi.

A Local Slice of Honolulu Flavor

Tucked away from the high-traffic tourist corridors of Honolulu, Menehune Grille serves as a low-key refuge for those hunting for a genuine plate lunch experience. This is not a place for white-tablecloth service; it is a utilitarian spot where the scent of charred meat and steamed rice fills the room the moment you cross the threshold.

The Heart of the Neighborhood

The interior echoes the sound of local radio and the clatter of takeout containers, creating a lively, no-frills environment. It is the kind of establishment designed for the lunch-rush crowd—workers grabbing a quick, heavy meal before heading back to the job site. You might find the seating a bit cramped when the afternoon rush hits, but that is part of the territory in this corner of the city.

Island Favorites

The menu leans heavily into the comfort foods that define O'ahu dining. Expect generous portions of teriyaki chicken, crispy fried fish, and the local staple: macaroni salad that hits that perfect balance of creamy and tangy. The portions are substantial enough that you might find yourself needing a quiet spot nearby to recover afterward. Whether you are a local regular or a visitor navigating the quieter residential pockets of Honolulu, the Grille offers a straightforward, satisfying meal that prioritizes value and classic island recipes over pretension.

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Location

1777 Ala Moana Boulevard Ste 150, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815

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Reviews

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Scott & Leslie IsburgGoogle Maps

Recently

I would’ve given them a five if I would’ve reviewed them from last week. Their pancakes were awesome. The service was great, But then I ordered again doing DoorDash and my pancakes came burned, they forgot my scrambled eggs. They didn’t remember the amazing vanilla cream, which made the pancakes so good and they never would answer their phone when I would try to call. Very disappointing.

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Mark LackGoogle Maps

Recently

What an amazing restaurant and bar, the perfect place to enjoy a nice cold beer or glass of wine and beautiful sunsets or fireworks (every Friday). The service was friendly and we felt very welcome. Now to the menu. It has something for everyone and what we tried on our visits were delicious, hot and generous! My favorite were the ribs (sorry forgot to take a picture) the fish and chips were really fresh and hit the spot perfectly! If you're in the area make sure you drop by you won't regret it.

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Ryan SmithGoogle Maps

Recently

I ate here 3 times during my stay because there was never any wait and the menu looked good. The smashburger wasn't a smash burger but it was a good cheeseburger nonetheless. The best entree I had. The bbq pulled pork sliders were okay. Waiter said it only had the pork on it and then it came out with cheddar cheese so that caught me off guard but it wasn't bad. The steak was mid. Was cooked well but had no seasoning. The green beans were meh. Mashed potatoes were decent. Service wasn't bad when they came around but they wouldn't come back for long periods.

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Cheryl JGoogle Maps

Recently

Made a reservation requesting a table with a good view of TV (basketball game). Our request was accommodated and we appreciated that! (Glad we weren’t seated directly in front of the evening entertainment … singer/guitar too loud). We enjoyed a cocktail, ordered dinner and watched our team win! Service was great. Food was okay….fish and chips and poke.

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iONs OffroadGoogle Maps

Recently

Great location, but unfortunately the kitchen was a letdown this visit. The cook appeared to be low-skill based on what we experienced — this was his second attempt at making Eggs Benedict, and after that we gave up and went elsewhere. What makes this disappointing is that we were here just a week prior, and everything was spot on. Because of that inconsistency, I’d recommend avoiding this place if you’re looking for reliable, well-executed food — or be prepared to take a gamble. We travel all over the U.S. about 240 days a year, so we eat out constantly and have a very experienced palate. Service was just okay, but for a higher-end establishment, I would expect much better consistency and execution. And more professionalism from staff!!

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Angeles VanegasGoogle Maps

Recently

Service was really good by our server! Forgot his name but he is tall and from Vermont haha! Place is beautiful at night the atmosphere romantic and good for family’s. Food and bar. Nice food, I wasn’t a fan of the pasta flavor but I guess it was the many rosemary big sticks that were annoying to eat. The ribs were good. Overall it was great, and they had live music last night!

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Yes, we highly recommend making reservations, especially if you have seating preferences like a view of the television or the harbor.

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