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  • 5/5 Ника �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu is the best place for a holiday. We celebrated the wedding anniversary of the parents. Gifts were unexpected. (Original) Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu - лучшее место для праздника . Мы праздновали годовщину свадьбы родителей. Подарки были неожиданными.
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  • 4/5 Nathan B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great Location, great atmosphere, overall good experience. We ordered the Grilled Chicken Sandwich and the Twisted Chicken/Mac and cheese. I only gave 4 stars because the chicken sandwich was subpar. Seemed kind of dense and pretty sloppy to eat. The mac n cheese was absolutely phenomenal and would highly recommend. Our order also came out lightning fast which was great. We were in and out within 50 minutes. Overall a nice chill place to relax and enjoy some food
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  • 5/5 Rene P. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent place to get relax and enjoy good food. Don’t miss the band shows, there are great. Employees are A+++
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  • 4/5 Manuel �. 2 years ago on Google
    I've heard of Hard Rock Cafe many years, but had never been in one. I found the ambience to be fresh and lively. Today they had live music playing popular music. The menu featured mostly American dishes. I ordered a hamburger, while my wife ordered chicken tenders. Both were pretty good. I thought, though that it was a little pricey when compared to an Applebees or Chili's. The server did provide us with a free dessert-- which we earned after signing up for their rewards program. :-)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Vero V. 1 year ago on Google
    My friend who is a big fan of hard rock Cafe in Australia recommended this place to me. However, it was not the greatest experience. Our server was just okay. We had to mention in order to get things that we needed such as plates and ketchup. When we ordered steak, she did not even ask us how we want it to be cooked. As a result, it came as well-done... which we did not want. But, since I was starving, I did not complain. And the steamed greenbean was so blend. Mesh potato was cold. Baby back ribs was decent. The potato could be crispier. Overall, I think it can be better next time if server is more willing to keep an eye on us when serving.
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  • 5/5 Yusuke I. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The number of guitars on the ceiling and the open atmosphere of the store are the best. Since it is also in Japan, I know the menu to some extent, so I can order with confidence. I feel better than anything else! It was perfect for the first day of the night in Hawaii. (Original) 天井にある数々のギター、開放的な店内の雰囲気含め最高です。日本にもあるからメニューもある程度把握しているので、安心して注文することができる。 何よりも気分が上がる!ハワイの夜、初日にピッタリでした。
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  • 3/5 Alex S. 1 year ago on Google
    Had the reservation, checked in at the entry and was told to wait until we will be called by staff. We waited more than 20 minutes and no one came to us. We asked again when we will be seated and this time our table was ready. Not sure how long we were still waiting if we didn't ask by ourselves. Also I ordered a medium cooked burger but got more well done.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Wendol R. 3 years ago on Google
    The shop was open and the restaurant was closed for dine in due to the pandemic.
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  • 5/5 ella f. 1 year ago on Google
    Went just for dessert. We got apple cobbler and hot fudge brownie sundae. Both were absolutely delicious!! Katie was our waitress and she was very nice!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 B K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A long time ago, I was thinking of giving a tip to a staff member who was very good at serving the table, but a arrogant person suddenly came out at the time of accounting and I could not speak English I asked him quickly, "What?", But he took all the fishing tips! At that time, I couldn't say anything back, and I was very disappointed, but if that happens in the future I'll never let you laugh. The taste was scorched and not delicious. I'm sure it depends on the condition of the kitchen on that day lol (Original) もうだいぶ前のことですが、テーブル担当のすごく接客の良いスタッフの方にチップを渡そうと思っていたのに、横柄な人が会計時に突然出てきて当時ほとんど英語のできない私に小声で何か早口でいい、「なんですか?」と聞き返したのに、お釣りを全部チップで取られました!当時は言い返すことができず大変悔しい思いをしましたが、もし今後そのようなことがあれば絶対にさせません笑 味は焦げていて美味しくはなかったです。きっとその日のキッチンの方のコンディションによるのだと思います笑
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  • 5/5 Mark C. 4 years ago on Google
    Had the bbq cheese burger, it was amazing. All around great experience.

  • 4/5 stephanie r. 4 years ago on Google
    It's a great place to eat and on the expensive side. Lots of stuff on the walls for you to see.I wish there was just a little bit more of a variety of food for us. Other than that it's good.

  • 5/5 NaTasha J. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place to visit while in Waikiki

  • 1/5 vince t. 4 years ago on Google
    Worse live music I have ever head. I was here last night and it was amazing. The Monday band is horrible. “Bruno Mars uncle”. Doesn’t cover it.

  • 5/5 Parth D. 4 years ago on Google
    Vegetarian options were great. Apple cobbler for desert memorable

  • 5/5 Ivan L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The breakfast was great. (Original) El desayuno estaba muy bien.

  • 5/5 Candy A. 4 years ago on Google
    Great breakfast

  • 1/5 Neeru J. 3 years ago on Google
    We had to seat ourselves and then track down a server for a high chair for our toddler and to take our order. Server was not the friendliest. The pizza we got from the kids menu for our son was absolutely terrible. Nothing too memorable about the rest of the food we ordered as well. The place was over half empty when we went.

  • 5/5 Curtis O. 2 years ago on Google
    Great service. Excellent food. They were very busy. You will need to call and make a reservation. We were lucky and got seats at the bar without a reservation, but those are not always available. The atmosphere and memorabilia on display are awesome. Take some time to look at the memorabilia.

  • 5/5 Maria T. 3 years ago on Google
    GREAT NIGHT IT WAS DRAG BINGO NIGHT Whenever we visit U.S.A. we like to have a meal at a Hard Rock Cafe. What an awesome night we had even made extra special by watching the drag bingo such a fun night with their performances & comedy show. Meals are HUGE, wait staff we had were fantastic considering it was a full house. We had to wait over 40minutes for our table as we didn't book & just found the Hard Rock Café on our walking travels. Definitely worth the meal.

  • 5/5 Wilson M. 2 years ago on Google
    Please reserve ahead of time. Wonderful experience. Drinks came with a souvenir glass cup. Great service in sanitation, making sure my drinks were always full. Please expect to pay over $50/person plus tip, otherwise do not visit.

  • 5/5 Arianna C. 2 years ago on Google
    Can never go wrong with Hard Rock! My husband and I had dinner here for my birthday and it was awesome! Our server was great. He recommended the nachos with Kahlua pork and they were AMAZING. We also got a free dessert.

  • 5/5 Benoît S. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place right in the heart of Waikiki. The Impossible Burger was great, glad to see a burger place offering vegetarian options. We also got a free dessert, a huge "Ice Cream with Brownies", yummy 😋.

  • 5/5 M M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Classic hard rock Cafe, typical style and atmosphere some bindings in Honolulu. Nice view from the outside terrace. Classic style to others already seen such as Beijing, Chongching. Nice and friendly waitresses. Stop to visit in every city you visit. Excellent meat and beer. (Original) Classico hard rock Cafe, stile e atmosfera tipiche alcune varianti legante ad Honolulu. Bella veduta dalla terrazza esterna. Stile classico ad altri già visti come Pechino, Chongching. Cameriere simpatiche e cordiali. Tappa da visitare in ogni città che si visita. Ottima carne e birra.

  • 4/5 Nicholas F. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was good. The place was empty because of covid practices. Felt like we almost had the resturant to ourselves. Drinks were good and the salmon was tasty. Not too expensive. Not a lot of selection on the menu unfotunately.

  • 3/5 Leonardo D. 1 year ago on Google
    The ambiance was super nice. I think most people go because of the name tho. The food was just ok. The appetizers stole the show. The entrees were pretty bland. Our server killed the entire vibe for us. He had terrible customer service skills. He was unattentive, unresponsive, and rude. We had to ask for straws 4 different times. Finally another server had to get us some. But back to the food. The chicken wings and crispy shrimp appetizers were amazing. Full of flavor. I ordered the diablo burger and I wasn't impressed. They use monterey jack cheese which isn't a big hit with that type of burger. I would've preferred pepper jack. The jalapeños seemed old. The patty wasn't seasoned at all. The ribs were tender but the sauce lacked flavor. The fajitas weren't seasoned well but they were ok. The slides were super dry. Prob wouldn't return.

  • 5/5 Dr K. 1 year ago on Google
    Linn was fantastic and very knowledgeable on the restaurant and the food recommendations. The local legendary burger was beyond superb. Can't wait to come back and try it again. Bang playing had some great tunes playing. The decorations was done really well, so much to look at. I try to visit all the Hard Rock Cafes and this was one of my favorite ones to visit.

  • 5/5 Val A. 1 year ago on Google
    After having to cancel our reservations due the restaurant having a private function, we decided to rebook a couple nights later. We are so glad we did. The service provided by Jack and the great food made an awesome night. Even Jay down in the shop provided fantastic customer service.

  • 4/5 Linxi L. 5 months ago on Google
    I happened to pass by this store and came in to have a try. I didn't expect it to be such a rock-and-roll store. The overall structure is also novel. The first floor is a shop and the second floor is a restaurant. As soon as I went upstairs, I was attracted by the electric guitar 🎸 from the whole ceiling, which was really cool. My favorite drink is this cup with pineapple, the one on the far right in the picture! The pineapple flavor makes people feel the smell of summer, which makes people "love it" The staple food we ordered is a hamburger. It can only be said that it is only OK. The hamburger doesn’t really surprise me like the drinks, feels like it is just a very normal American style hamburger. The fried chicken was kinda bad as well, it was a bit sweet,sour and spicy, feels like the McDonald sweet and sour sauce add with BBQ sauce. I don’t really like it, I think it’s just maybe I am used to it. Generally speaking, it's not bad to come to this store to chat and drink. But if it is for proper meal, then I don't really recommend it.

  • 3/5 Susan P. 5 months ago on Google
    Reserved a table but when we got there the person that checked us in was a little rude. Because they were not really busy two other people originally told us to go up the stairs since there was no wait but the other guy did not like that and gave a little attitude. When we did get seated our server did not really pay much attention to us. He never checked to see if we needed anything. We did not have drinks during most of our meal because they were empty. The food was bland. We all got burgers. Just not really impressed with the food. I did like that they had a large patio to sit on to enjoy the nice Hawaiian breeze as you ate. I was not impressed with the singer singing with an acoustic guitar. She was doing cover songs and her voice was annoying. I would have rather listened to the music that was blasting in the restaurant instead. I do love all the guitars and how they arranged them going across the ceiling. Maybe it was just our bad luck because I have been to other Hard Rock Cafes and had better experiences.

  • 5/5 Courtney M. 5 months ago on Google
    Open air restaurant upstairs and gift shop downstairs. Food was good, but the pork sliders had too much fat pieces in them. The nachos were good and so were the onion rings. Our server was awesome…told us about all the specials and made sure we were taken care of.

  • 4/5 Michele D. 4 months ago on Google
    Went here with a large group as part of a group sales package. Wasn’t very happy with the selections. Food was good. Ambience and location is great.

  • 5/5 Zoe R. 5 months ago on Google
    I can’t praise the Waikiki Hard Rock and staff enough. If I could give our waiter Kingston a 10 star I would. Thank you so much for making my son and I feel so welcome and giving us amazing service. The music was great and so was the atmosphere. We will be back. Mahalo!

  • 5/5 Curtis H. 9 months ago on Google
    They waited a king time for us. We thank them for their patience! The food was great! The service was fast. We split a ribeye. Cooked the way I ordered it. Our waitress was perfect, attentive but not hovering lol. We come here every time we visit Oahu. 7/2023 !! Alexa was our waitress. She was perfect!

  • 5/5 Spoonie L. 9 months ago on Google
    Food: Da kine pineapple taro burger Drink: Ube colada Uncle spoon recently visited Honolulu, I had the pleasure of dining at the iconic Hard Rock Cafe, and it proved to be a rock 'n' roll experience that satisfied both my taste buds and my love for music. Located in the heart of Waikiki, this restaurant offers a vibrant atmosphere, delectable food, and a showcase of music memorabilia that pays homage to the legends of rock. As soon as I entered the Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu, I was immediately drawn to the impressive collection of music artifacts adorning the walls. Guitars, costumes, and personal items from renowned artists took me on a journey through music history. The attention to detail and the authenticity of these items added an extra layer of excitement and nostalgia to my dining experience. The ambiance inside the restaurant was lively, with an energetic soundtrack of classic and contemporary rock hits playing in the background. The staff members were friendly, attentive, and exhibited a genuine passion for music. Their knowledge of the menu and recommendations for both food and beverages were greatly appreciated. Speaking of the menu, the Hard Rock Cafe did not disappoint when it came to their culinary offerings. The menu featured a wide range of American and international dishes, ensuring there was something for everyone. I opted for one of their signature burgers, and it exceeded my expectations. The patty was cooked to perfection, the toppings were fresh and flavorful, and the portion size was generous. The menu also includes options for vegetarians and those with dietary restrictions, making it accommodating for all guests. A standout aspect of the Hard Rock Cafe experience is their commitment to delivering a memorable dining experience through live music performances. Throughout the evening, talented musicians took the stage and delivered energetic performances that had the entire restaurant buzzing with excitement. The live music enhanced the atmosphere and created a unique and immersive dining experience. The only slight drawback was the occasional wait time for a table, particularly during peak hours. However, the staff managed the situation efficiently, and the wait was well worth it once I was seated and enjoying the ambiance and food. Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu is a must-visit for music enthusiasts and food lovers alike. The combination of delicious food, rock 'n' roll ambiance, and live music performances make for an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're seeking a casual meal, a night out with friends, or a place to immerse yourself in the spirit of rock, the Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu offers a memorable and enjoyable journey through music and flavors.

  • 5/5 Mike F. 8 months ago on Google
    Popular place. Nice open air restaurant. Big meals! Everything we tried was delicious. Highly recommend the chicken wings.

  • 5/5 Carlos Eduardo Coan J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super nice atmosphere and service note 10! (Original) Ambiente super agradável e atendimento nota 10 !

  • 5/5 Marie D. 5 years ago on Google
    We didn't book and the friendly staff organised a table for us really quickly. After some shopping at the gift store we headed up and ordered (hard decision, amazing menu) and decided to share a burger. They brought it out neatly halved on two plates. I was chuffed :-) Great drinks, service and live music! Do recommend.

  • 4/5 Joyce P. 5 years ago on Google
    We made reservations for dinner and had no wait when we arrived. The restaurant is on the second floor. The staircase wall and ceiling are lined with guitars. The restaurant is open air so it can get hot during the day, but we had a cool breeze that kept us comfortable. Service was good, we ordered appetizers for dinner.

  • 4/5 James F. 4 years ago on Google
    Had our evening meal here tonight before going off to watch the fireworks at the Hilton. It's brilliantly decorated as the majority of hard rocks are. Our server Russell was fantastic, was constantly coming over and had a great attitude about him. Our food was okay, wasn't great but wasn't terrible. I ordered the BBQ Bacon Burger and my girlfriend the Chicken fajitas. The burger was tasty, but a bit on the small and greasy side. The chicken for the fajitas came out warm, not hot, but at the end of the day we're just fajitas nothing special to them. Overall our experience was great just the food wasn't amazing.

  • 5/5 nost0lgia 3 years ago on Google
    Love it so much! Though some of the food here isn't really much of my liking (because I'm a picky eater-), but the music and bands they have playing just tops it off for me.

  • 3/5 Eileen 本当のハワイ H. 3 years ago on Google
    I’ve been to many Hard Rock Cafes in many countries. This one in Hawaii is unique in a way that it’s mostly open-air. Some people would definitely enjoy the fresh air and the brightness of the natural sun. On the other hand, some may feel like a bit of lack of “Rock-ism” here if you’re used to and expecting a typical dark and loud rock music with an old-style bar type of Hard Rock Cafe to be honest.

  • 5/5 James G. 4 years ago on Google
    Three reasons: 1. Fabulous food!! The local signature burger I had was probably the best burger I've had for ages! So tasty, juicy & filling. And the onion rings.. wow!! Proper thick slices of onion and crunchy batter. 2. A great location with some fantastic decorations and rock memorabilia on the walls. 3. Fabulous staff!! We were with our 11 month old and they couldn't have been more friendly and engaging with her and to us! Overall: Definitely worth a visit in your in Waikiki!!

  • 3/5 Sheika S. 3 years ago on Google
    Good flavor ribs but very dry.

  • 5/5 Scott M. 4 years ago on Google
    Mother's day Mimosas and bloody Mary's to start the day. Both on point! Really like the bloody Mary as it wasn't overly spicy. Eggs Benedict and Southwest Omelet were also good. Guava jelly we've never had before. Nice touch and good. We always visit Hard Rocks where we go.

  • 5/5 April E. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderful management when things didn't go as plan. They were ready to fix or adjust the issue with our meal before I could think what should I do next? Plus they were so willing to take photos of us too. We had a wonderful first stop after getting off of a 12 hr flight from Minnesota. First impression of Hawaii so far is wonderful.

  • 1/5 Natasha L. 3 years ago on Google
    Required a temperature check to enter. Not part of cdc guidelines.

  • 5/5 Sven D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Like any other Hard Rock Cafe always a nice experience. As always, the spare ribs were a pleasure and the ambience with live music was great. Since our table wasn't ready at the reserved time, we were looked after even more lovingly than we already know. Unfortunately, as always, visiting the shop is very expensive with the T-shirts for the whole family! (Original) Wie jedes andere Hard Rock Cafe immer wieder ein schönes Erlebnis. Die Spare Ribs waren wie jedes Mal ein Genuss und das Ambiente mit Live Musik war super. Da unser Tisch zur reservierten Zeit noch nicht fertig war wurden wir noch liebenswerter umsorgt als wir es schon schon kennen. Leider ist der Besuch des Shops wie immer sehr teuer mit den T Shirts für die ganze Familie!

  • 5/5 philip c. 3 years ago on Google
    Exceptional service, food and drinks are great, recommended.

  • 3/5 Hector D. 3 years ago on Google
    Reatautant not open. The staff of the hardrock shop, did not appear to be to friendly

  • 5/5 Steampunk W. 3 years ago on Google
    We couldn't eat in due to the coronavirus, but the takeout was good.

  • 5/5 Jason H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and music. Being in Hawaii doesn't hurt either!

  • 5/5 Natalija Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food! Levi was thee best waiter I have had in a long time. Thank you Levi for being you.

  • 5/5 Thierry D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Top place with cool atmosphere in a suitable musical setting (Original) Endroit top avec atmosphère cool dans un décor musical adapté

  • 5/5 Schahul H. 3 years ago on Google
    Live music + great food

  • 5/5 Alex M. 3 years ago on Google
    Again, a shame it was a year ago! My family and me landed into Honolulu a year ago and our first meal in Hawaii was at the Hard Rock. We had an excellent waitress and trainee waiter and couldn't have enjoyed our first night in Honolulu any better! Hope to be back as soon as possible! Mahalo Nui Loa!

  • 4/5 Random H. 3 years ago on Google
    Four star mainly for the atmosphere. Decent food and drinks.

  • 4/5 HIRO 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Real thing? (Original) 本物?

  • 5/5 Christine K. 3 years ago on Google
    Always a favorite in any city

  • 3/5 mauricio v. 3 years ago on Google
    Very slow service, got tired of waiting on the waiter so I paid and left, and there was only 2 other tables with folks in it.

  • 4/5 Patricia L. 3 years ago on Google
    They didn’t have what I wanted so I had to settle for something else but the food is still good .

  • 2/5 Paul P. 3 years ago on Google
    Overwhelmingly terrible experience. This was the worst dining experience we have had in a long time. Our waitress was inattentive and our food took over an hour to come. You would think with about 10 tables to service this wouldn’t be an issue. I understand possible staffing issues due to current conditions but the service we received was unacceptable and we will not ever come back.

  • 5/5 Brad 3 years ago on Google
    The menu is full of items high in price from the starters all the way to dessert but the deliciousness and quality of the food and drinks makes it worth the money you spend there. Great atmosphere as well.

  • 4/5 brian t. 3 years ago on Google
    Pretty decent

  • 5/5 Kathy B. 3 years ago on Google
    In this pandemic era a limited menu is on offer with HRC classics. No live music at this time. The limited staff is working hard and providing an excellent experience.

  • 5/5 Danno W. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food & drinks, excellent service & a wonderful atmosphere!

  • 1/5 david b. 3 years ago on Google
    They have a limited menu. Burger was plain and dry. Service was extremely slow. 3 servers a manager and about 6 tables. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone.

  • 3/5 hr s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's a shame that it's noisy in the daytime, but it's foody. Atmosphere and good to sit by the window (Original) 낮에도 시끄러운건 아쉽지만 음식 쏘쏘함. 창가쪽 앉으면 분위기있고 좋음


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
    • ✓️ Difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Braille menu
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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