Olili

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   Mitch VIP

   Chicago8 reviews

   1.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   Will not eat here again. Food and drinks were horrible. Everything was seasoned oddly. Sent multiple dishes back and couldn’t finish most. Two out of four of us got sick afterwards. After getting comp’d over $150 of food, the manager didn’t even come over to say anything. Our server was great.
   

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   Claudio

   Mississippi2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food and service. One of the best restaurants I tried in Honolulu so far
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Austin4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 2

   In a grocery store, not exactly a restaurant… service was lovely, but menu was limited, ambience was meh given prices.
   

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   John

   San Francisco8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Unique cocktails and food choices. The portions are large enough that the entree and appetizers could easily be shared between two people. The dessert menu looked great but we were too full to have any dessert. There is also an interesting wine list and cordial menu.
   

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   Christopher

   Atlanta12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 19, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My hubby and I recent dining experience at Olili Restaurant in Waikiki was nothing short of exceptional, making our birthday celebration truly memorable. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warmth and hospitality, thanks in large part to our wonderful server, Bethany. We started our culinary journey with the Baby Gem Lettuce salad topped with succulent shrimp. The freshness of the greens combined with the perfectly cooked shrimp created a delightful appetizer that set the tone for the evening. For my main course, I chose the Crispy Kona Kanpachi, which was a standout dish. The fish was cooked to perfection, with a crispy exterior that gave way to tender, flaky meat. Each bite was a flavorful reminder of the ocean’s bounty. My husband opted for the Olili Burger, a choice he thoroughly enjoyed. Juicy, well-seasoned, and served with a side of crispy fries, it was everything one could hope for in a burger. To complement our meal, we indulged in cocktails that were as creative as they were delicious. I savored the Liquid Haupia—a tropical concoction that was both refreshing and rich, while my husband enjoyed the Black Sesame Old Fashioned, which had a unique and sophisticated twist on the classic. Knowing we were celebrating our birthdays, Bethany went above and beyond. After our meal, she surprised us with a scoop of their famous locally sourced ice cream, adorned with a candle. It was a sweet and thoughtful gesture that made us feel truly special. For dessert, I opted for the Okinawan Haupia “Mud” Bar, which arrived frozen and was simply divine. My husband couldn’t resist the Ki lauea Chocolate Lava Cake, which was rich and decadent, oozing with molten chocolate. Each dessert was a perfect ending to an already fantastic meal. Bethany’s recommendations were spot on, and her impeccable service made the evening even more enjoyable. We left Olili with full bellies and happy hearts, already discussing our return visit for our next trip to Waikiki Beach.
   

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   Edward VIP

   Indiana4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Neat concept of a place. I had the steak tartar and found the crispy tendons to be a bit…gummy? (They stick to your teeth) but the tartar itself delicious. Next I had the chili crab noodles and those were fantastic. Highly recommend. Great service.
   

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   Jessica

   Orange County1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Most delicious and enjoyable meal in a long while. I had the Crab Chili Noodles and my husband the burger. Both were favorable, presented beautifully, and perfectly cooked. Macha Pisco Sour was also delicious. Finished off with the Mud Bar dessert. Highly recommend for the great food, excellent service and ambiance.
   

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   zaynah VIP

   Tampa13 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was great !! From the waitresses attentiveness from the start down to the dessert we enjoyed so much. Food was great, wine experience was divine it was a perfect vacation dinner. Thank you so much hope to come back again SOON!
   

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   Customer1 VIP

   Chicago8 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 9, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Food was really good but the ambiance is not what I expected. This is a restaurant and part market. I was dresses up in a dress and heels and felt overdressed to this casual restaurant
   

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    MakenaR

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Great food, drinks, and service! We had the bone marrow, crab noodles and Kampachi main dish which was excelllent!
    

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