Mugen

Name: Mugen
Address: 2452 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI, United States, 96815
Telephone: (808) 377-2247
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 5

5.0

302 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary French

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Innovative

Mugen is an award-winning fine dining concept that is elevating Hawaii’s status as a destination for culinary travel. Experience global contemporary artistry with a sense of place at Mugen, the Forbes Five-Star rated fine dining restaurant at ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki, where every dish tells a story and every sip is a celebration.
Rising star Executive Chef Colin Sato has redefined the Mugen dinner experience with his new five-course menu, designed in collaboration with Pastry Chef Jamon Harper and in consultation with renowned Chef Alan Wong. Featuring seasonal and local ingredients, diners can choose from myriad options within each course while sipping inventive cocktails or exploring wine from Mugen’s extensive collection, honored with the Wine Spectator "Best Of" Award.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(808) 377-2247
Website
https://www.mugenwaikiki.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive Chef
Colin Sato

Location
2452 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Neighbourhood
Waikiki
Cross Street
We are at 2452 Kalakaua Ave, between Uluniu Ave and Liliuokalani Ave
Parking details
Complimentary Valet Parking Available in front of ESPACIO
Public transit
We offer valet parking curbside fronting Espacio, The Jewel of Waikiki at 2452 Kalakaua Avenue. If the valet turn in is not immediately available, you may turn left on Liliuokalani Avenue at McDonalds, then a quick left into the Waikiki Beach Tower valet parking. Let them know you are going to Mugen and walk towards Kalakaua under the covered awning. From there turn right and we are immediately past the ABC store.<br />
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

MUGEN & IWA Sake Dinner with Richard Geoffroy
US$600.00 per person
Dec 10, 2024 only
Please join us at MUGEN to meet and dine with world-renowned winemaker Richard Geoffroy, former Chef de Cave of Dom Pérignon, now Founder & Maker of IWA Sake. Pioneering the assemblage of three different varieties of rice and five different types of yeast while exploring the potential of bottle maturation, IWA achieves superlative balance and complexity. Starting with a sunset Champagne reception featuring a coveted jeroboam of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2005, Richard Geoffroy will then lead us into four different Assemblages of IWA, both current, along with older, rare releases, paired with an exceptional 6 course menu from Chef Colin Sato. This once in a lifetime experience is not to be missed. Seating is extremely limited.
Sunset Champagne & Caviar Experience
US$140.00 per person
Multiple dates available
"Immerse yourself in the splendor of a Hawaiian sunset from our rooftop poolside venue, offering a breathtaking panorama of Waikiki. Please note that the visibility of the setting sun varies throughout the year, and while the sky will remain beautifully lit up, the setting orb of the sun may be partially obscured, offering a unique and intimate ambiance.” Minimum Two guests ($280 for two): One ounce Golden Osetra Caviar - (serves two), Includes two glasses of Louis Roederer "Collection 244" Brut Champagne, cured egg yolk, chives, creme fraiche, shallots, smoked sturgeon pate, taro chips, and buttermilk blinis. Additional ounce of caviar available at $180 per tin. This is an outdoor event and is limited to one hour.
Afternoon Tea at Espacio
US$120.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Step into a world of whimsy and indulgence at ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki, where we reimagine the timeless tradition of Afternoon Tea. Sip on Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé and savor Osetra Caviar upon arrival. Choose your unique, personal teapot and delight in an array of teas, including new and rare blends. Meticulously crafted miniature sandwiches, scones, and desserts enchant your senses. Minimum one day advance reservation required. Limited seating, Saturdays at 1 pm.

What 302 people are saying

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5.0

5 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
5Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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Best Ambience
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Best Value
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Innovative
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Great for fine wines
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Good for special occasions
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Best Overall
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Innovative
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Great for fine wines
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Good for special occasions
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Review summary

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Mugen offers an exquisite dining experience in Honolulu with "exceptional food" and impeccable service. Guests praise its intimate atmosphere and luxurious vibe, perfect for special occasions. The wine selection is curated by an expert sommelier, enhancing the "beautifully presented" dishes that showcase local and global ingredients. Highly recommended!

303 Reviews

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Gerald
Hawaii
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A unique experience in dining! Service was superb and food choices exquisite. Delicate dishes graced our palates. The attention from the staff was superb! I’ll be back again!
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Arnold
Los Angeles
91 reviews
vip
5.0
91 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you want to go to one fine dining establishment while in Honolulu, Mugen is it! An intimate, well designed dining room sets the tone. The service is friendly and very professional. Every dish that was served was perfect. This six course dining experience was exceptional. Try the foie gras sandwich...simply the best. All of the service staff and a visit from the chef made the visit a memorable evening. If Michelin ever starts reviewing Hawaii restaurants, Mugen would earn three stars!
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Kam
Calgary
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience. knowledgeable staff, great ambience and the food is absolutely amazing with the well balanced tasting menu and wine pairing.
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Bethany
Hawaii
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, small intimate location. You leave full but not stuffed and feel like you had a little bit of everything on the 6 course menu. I sent this place to all my local friends and plan to return next time we are on the island.
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Joe
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the first course to the last, excellent flavors and attention to detail. Highly recommend!
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Nelly
Hawaii
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Expensive but well worth the experience. Smaller sized dining room so it's a more intimate setting. In-house sommelier was on-hand to recommend pairings. Will definitely go back to celebrate another special occasion!
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Skidog20
Portland
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
outstanding evening. Every course delicious. generous portions for a tasting menu. service fantastic. can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed our evening.we will definitely return. And, quiet enough we could hear each other
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AB0423
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went here after getting married at the courthouse and from the moment we pulled up, the service was 10/10. Eduardo was our main server and had wonderful information and recommendations. He really made our time special. We tried essentially everything on the menu and it was easily one of the top meals we’ve ever had. The attention to detail, amazing local ingredients, and top care and service made us feel aloha. Can’t wait to go back for champagne and oysters at the bar soon! Mahalo Nui Mugen for a wonderful evening.
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Kelly
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was looking to for a place to have a special fine dining dinner and this went way above expectations. The service was amazing, Douglas was fantastic with wine recommendations, and you were not rushed between courses. The food was incredible and was definitely the highlight over our trip. Hope to go back when ever I make it to the island and try their Tea service too.
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Gerard
Hawaii
208 reviews
vip
5.0
208 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We made our first visit to Mugen, in the ESPACIO Hotel. I perused the wine list, and we started with a 2014 Le Corton, a red Burgundy from Beane. It was very dark ruby red with hints of cassis and some astringency from the residual tannins. Mugen offers a six-course tasting menu. The first course features 3 items: a glass of Taro Vichyssoise, a piece of charred octopus sitting on wasabi pesto, and a mini tart with ahi and Hamachi poke with a dollop of caviar on top. We chose the Wagyu Beef Tartare, Shima Aji, Maui Venison, Kona Kampachi, Lobster Risotto, and Marrunga Lamb. The tartare was served with potato pave. It was luscious and creamy though I thought it would have been better with toast points. The Kona Kampachi came with a fabulous cranberry ponzu sauce. The Shima Aji was a disappointment … I thought the skin of the aji was far too salty. The lobster was perfectly cooked and the Shimeji mushroom risotto was perfection. The venison was crusted with heart of palm and shallots … it was tender and so flavor rich, it didn’t need the black garlic blueberry gastrique. The lamb was served with quarters of charred Brussel Sprouts, Maui onion jam and a lavender jus. Like the venison, it was so tender. Dessert course: There were 3 to choose from; we chose the Chocolate & Chestnut and the Green Apple & Ginger Sorbet. The chocolate dish was a log of chocolate and a nest with chestnut atop a small serving of apple banana “foster”. The sorbet was served with a container of warmed mulled hibiscus. The sorbet was decorated with slices of Asian pear and halves of grapes. The finale was a plate of several cheeses. One was served like a cookie with cream filling, and pieces of pineapple cooked in sweetened mustard wine (mostarda) atop some creamed cheese was the other item. Two hours later, we left thoroughly sated and content … Service was attentive and gracious; the atmosphere was tranquil, and the food was fabulous. Highly recommended!
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Mugen is rated 5 stars by 302 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

2452 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
We are at 2452 Kalakaua Ave, between Uluniu Ave and Liliuokalani Ave
Neighbourhood
Waikiki
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Complimentary Valet Parking Available in front of ESPACIO
Public transit
We offer valet parking curbside fronting Espacio, The Jewel of Waikiki at 2452 Kalakaua Avenue. If the valet turn in is not immediately available, you may turn left on Liliuokalani Avenue at McDonalds, then a quick left into the Waikiki Beach Tower valet parking. Let them know you are going to Mugen and walk towards Kalakaua under the covered awning. From there turn right and we are immediately past the ABC store.
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Colin Sato
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.mugenwaikiki.com/
Phone number
(808) 377-2247

Mugen

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

MUGEN & IWA Sake Dinner with Richard Geoffroy

Sunset Champagne & Caviar Experience

Afternoon Tea at Espacio

FIRST

POKE & CAVIAR

PEA & PARMESAN ARANCINI

CHARRED HE’E

SECOND (CHOICE OF)

GOLDEN BEETS

WAGYU BEEF TARTARE

KONA KAMPACHI

SCALLOPS

THIRD (CHOICE OF)

SHIMA AJI

LOBSTER RISOTTO

FOURTH (CHOICE OF)

TORIYAMA WAGYU

CASCADE CREEK LAMB

MAUI VENISON

ENHANCEMENTS

FOIE GRAS SANDWICH US$45.00

OSETRA CAVIAR US$175.00

A5 WAGYU MUSUBI US$35.00

KUULOA OYSTERSUS$40.00

FROMAGE

SWEET LAND FARM

DESSERT (CHOICE OF)

CHOCOLATE & CHESTNUT

GREEN APPLE & GINGER SORBET

OKINAWAN SWEET POTATO

*Vegetarian and gluten free options available with 48 hours notice. **18% service charge added to parties of 6 or more.

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