Duke's Waikiki

I'm giving the overall experience 5 stars, but the food only 3. The menu features mostly bar-style food, which isn't bad, but it felt overpriced for what it was. I had the fish and chips, and while it was okay, the fish was a bit dry—I've definitely had better for half the price. There was also a buffet-style option, though we didn’t try it. We sat at the bar and were lucky to get two seats together right before the football game started. It ended up being the perfect spot—my husband could watch the game while I enjoyed the beautiful beach views. The highlight of our visit was our incredible bartender, Lisa. She was personable, remembered our names, and kept up with the fast-paced environment while quickly preparing drinks—something not everyone can manage. Her exceptional service made our visit even more enjoyable, and we made sure to tip her well. The location is fantastic, located in the Outrigger Hotel with stunning beach views and a laid-back tiki/beach vibe. Despite the food being just okay, the overall experience was so great that we’ll definitely return when we’re back in Honolulu!

Very touristy, but worth it. Staff and service were five stars. Everyone knew their role and executed perfectly. Everything we had was good but crab wontons, poke tacos, and fresh catch fish are highly recommended. The hula pie is a must. Do not miss out. Very highly recommend reservations and choose an hour before sunset. You will get a great dinner and view.

My family and friends came here for a gathering, and there were quite a lot of people. I’d recommend a reservation beforehand. Our server was very friendly. We ordered the Filet Mignon, which was excellent—great quality and generous portions. I also added a lobster tail, but the portion was a bit small, so I wouldn’t recommend it as an add-on. We also tried the Coconut & Ginger Braised Seafood and the Ahi Steak, and both dishes featured fresh, high-quality seafood. This is a fantastic spot for a gathering with family or friends!

Oceanfront restaurant where sunsets are heaven! I had the opportunity to dine at Dukes during a six day stay in Honolulu. The food was yummy, and Troy was attentive and sweet. I was able to enjoy the beautiful sunset after a quick bite. When I make it back, I’ll be sure to visit.

Dined in as a group of 6. Arrived for early dinner, and the Duke's was still packed. We were not able to make a booking but got outdoor seating, right next to the beach. It was good to come at this time because it was also going to be sunset shortly! Furthermore, it was interesting to watch the staff up above light the torches. Everything at Duke's Waikiki was delectable! The waitress who served us even said so when we asked for recommendations. Advice: If you want to dine in and eat steak, book in advance!

Beautiful place to sit and enjoy a meal. Beautiful scenery and great food. It is spendy, but worth it. Don't be in a hurry when you eat here. Thank goodness we were on vacation and enjoying ourselves. There were 4 tables, and the service was very slow, but we sat back, enjoyed the views of the beach, and relaxed.

We landed in Waikiki late, and this was the only place open at the time. We ordered tacos, chips, a burger, buffalo wings, and some drinks. The food was okay—nothing particularly memorable. The atmosphere was pleasant, with a live band adding a nice touch. Service was good, but overall, it wasn’t a standout experience. It’s decent if you need a late-night spot, but not something I’d go out of my way to visit again.

Food was delicious. Had a filet mignon and it was delicious. Baby back ribs are great too. The hula pie was huge and with the two of us, we could not finish it. If it’s your birthday, you get it for free, which was nice.

I'm giving the overall experience 5 stars, but the food only 3. The menu features mostly bar-style food, which isn't bad, but it felt overpriced for what it was. I had the fish and chips, and while it was okay, the fish was a bit dry—I've definitely had better for half the price. There was also a buffet-style option, though we didn’t try it. We sat at the bar and were lucky to get two seats together right before the football game started. It ended up being the perfect spot—my husband could watch the game while I enjoyed the beautiful beach views. The highlight of our visit was our incredible bartender, Lisa. She was personable, remembered our names, and kept up with the fast-paced environment while quickly preparing drinks—something not everyone can manage. Her exceptional service made our visit even more enjoyable, and we made sure to tip her well. The location is fantastic, located in the Outrigger Hotel with stunning beach views and a laid-back tiki/beach vibe. Despite the food being just okay, the overall experience was so great that we’ll definitely return when we’re back in Honolulu!

Very touristy, but worth it. Staff and service were five stars. Everyone knew their role and executed perfectly. Everything we had was good but crab wontons, poke tacos, and fresh catch fish are highly recommended. The hula pie is a must. Do not miss out. Very highly recommend reservations and choose an hour before sunset. You will get a great dinner and view.

My family and friends came here for a gathering, and there were quite a lot of people. I’d recommend a reservation beforehand. Our server was very friendly. We ordered the Filet Mignon, which was excellent—great quality and generous portions. I also added a lobster tail, but the portion was a bit small, so I wouldn’t recommend it as an add-on. We also tried the Coconut & Ginger Braised Seafood and the Ahi Steak, and both dishes featured fresh, high-quality seafood. This is a fantastic spot for a gathering with family or friends!

Oceanfront restaurant where sunsets are heaven! I had the opportunity to dine at Dukes during a six day stay in Honolulu. The food was yummy, and Troy was attentive and sweet. I was able to enjoy the beautiful sunset after a quick bite. When I make it back, I’ll be sure to visit.

Dined in as a group of 6. Arrived for early dinner, and the Duke's was still packed. We were not able to make a booking but got outdoor seating, right next to the beach. It was good to come at this time because it was also going to be sunset shortly! Furthermore, it was interesting to watch the staff up above light the torches. Everything at Duke's Waikiki was delectable! The waitress who served us even said so when we asked for recommendations. Advice: If you want to dine in and eat steak, book in advance!

Beautiful place to sit and enjoy a meal. Beautiful scenery and great food. It is spendy, but worth it. Don't be in a hurry when you eat here. Thank goodness we were on vacation and enjoying ourselves. There were 4 tables, and the service was very slow, but we sat back, enjoyed the views of the beach, and relaxed.

We landed in Waikiki late, and this was the only place open at the time. We ordered tacos, chips, a burger, buffalo wings, and some drinks. The food was okay—nothing particularly memorable. The atmosphere was pleasant, with a live band adding a nice touch. Service was good, but overall, it wasn’t a standout experience. It’s decent if you need a late-night spot, but not something I’d go out of my way to visit again.

Food was delicious. Had a filet mignon and it was delicious. Baby back ribs are great too. The hula pie was huge and with the two of us, we could not finish it. If it’s your birthday, you get it for free, which was nice.

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Highly disappointed! This was my families first time visiting Hawaii and I wanted to have a nice dinner with my family that had good seafood, live music, and a ocean view. I found Dukes on Yelp and I was impressed with the pictures of the seafood plates and fun ambience posted by the manager. I think it's important to know that it's is confusing to identify the proper podium for the restaurant. We arrived at the beach front entrance podium. I put in a reservation and I was informed it would be 1 hour . After waiting an hour we were brought to our table and there was no seafood menu and the menu had only three main food items to choose from. We later learned from our nice server that the full dinner menu was not for the ocean front dinning and there was a separate podium in the hotel that we had to go to for the full dinning service. I let the server know of our disappointment that the host at the podium did not inform us that there were 2 different types of Dukes. Our server showed her sympathies and was very kind to us. Another unfortunate thing was that live band had audio problems and were not able to perform. Despite the disappointment our server's kind and friendly personality and the rocket salad with added fish improved our experience. I hope that this review can help other families understand that if they want a full dinning experience you must got the inside podium and that Dukes can help rectify this confusion by informing guests that the full dinning menu is inside if they arrive at the outside podium. Mahalo,

Kama'aina make sure you get the Discount Disappointed at the Server Janelle during Dinner. In Hawai'i working in hospitality, food and beverage, or travel the industry we are taught to ask the patrons if they are kama'aina if it's not obvious already. Same goes for Kupuna or military. We ask them for an ID to confirm and apply any discounts, perks, or comps. Janelle the server that night did not and it was very obvious we are Kama'aina. When we asked about it she said it was too late. Auwe! Poke Tacos had too much wasabi aioli.

Came to this popular bar and restaurant in the Outrigger that's known for good drinks and pretty okay food. Duke's has a lot of seafood on the menu like fish and lobster. It's not surprising because it's next to the ocean. Also things get pretty pricy so you can't get much. They can get away with it because some tourists pay anything for this kind of stuff. Beach themed because it's literally next to it. It's also got a surfer theme. The famous surfer Duke Kahanamoku lived around here and rode the big waves. Before or after eating check out the halls. There's memorabilia like old surf boards and lots of cool information. It's about $16 for a cocktail. We only got a couple because of this. I got the Coconut Mojito. This is made with kai coconut shochu and Selvarey white rum. Helps for cooling off and making breath minty fresh. Only a few things for vegetarians. It's about $19 for the Falafel Naan Sandwich. This has cucumbers, macadamia nut hummus, Maui onions, radish, and tomatoes. It also comes with a lemon Greek yogurt dip, but it's good enough without it. This also comes with a side mixed green salad. It was expensive but other items cost even more. The seafood prices are outrageous. Good place to hang out by the ocean but it's always crowded. It's located in the Outrigger on Kalakaua. There's mostly meaty items but there's a few options for vegetarians.

We came here for some drinks. We did the bar area and were able to find a table for 2. The place was pretty packed and we're starting to setup for live music. Once the music started, we couldn't hear it too much up in the bar area that we were but it was ok. I've been here before and their food is really good, but we only had the drinks. My mango cocktail was really good since it tasted like ripe mangoes that I like. My brother's mai tai was ok, he mentioned that it was too sweet for him. Service was good given how busy they were.

Ambiance Sits on the beach. This is the place to get a cocktail on Waikiki beach. Place was packed lucky to get two chairs at bar. Customer Service Friendly bartenders. Cocktails Mai Tai Coconut Mojito Lychee-ho Martini Luv this place.

Honestly I had heard mixed things about Duke's so wasn't sure what to expect. Located in the Outrigger hotel, this tiki inspired restaurant was bustling on a Sunday night. The space is large with 2 very busy bars. There is a small outdoor patio as well with beach access. My boyfriend and I arrived an hour before our reservation. The bar was already packed so we stood in the designated bar ordering line (which a staff member kindly helped us locate) and got some drinks. I had the Mai thai which I enjoyed. We walked around the space a bit until we found some empty chairs. When we were seated for our reservation, the waiter was super friendly and helpful with suggestions. We knew for our entree we both wanted the teriyaki sirloin so the waiter suggested we get the panko-crusted calamari as an appetizer. I'm so glad we took his advice because it was delicious! The guava cocktail sauce was the perfect complement to the lightly breaded buttery tasting calamari. The sirloin was cooked to perfection and had a great flavor. Sadly we were too full for the famous hula pie, but I would love to return one day to try. I do recommend dukes but make sure you make a reservation!

I don't get it. On one hand, I almost see why this place is famous. It's very hard to complain about eating near the beach, the servers are super nice, and it's just got a sort of cool vibe to it. You definitely get the impression that this place was once a capital-E Establishment in the area. But, realistically, the food is basically sports bar food. My buddy and I tried various things (a burger, nachos, poke tacos), and all of it was just... not impressive. The poke tacos lacked any sort of panache and literally felt like it was lightly-sauced fish shoved into a shell. The nachos felt weirdly inconsistent - there was a lot of volume of food to eat, and yet none of it hit me as particularly interesting or memorable - I literally had better nachos at an airport place on my way home. The burger was, well, a burger. Don't bother fighting for a reservation here, I don't see it being worth the effort.

12.15.2o24 Very good vibe for a nice brunch, or any meal since it's right by the beach. Literally, walk to the back side of the restaurant, it's the beach. The tropical drinks were nice. You can order from the regular menu or opt for the mini buffet that offers ayce poke. There's also kids menu available or 10 and below. Our server was great. There's a sunscreen dispenser by the side of the restaurant near the steps you take to the beach and you can even refill your water. Pretty cool.

Tourist destination that should be on everyone's list! From the gorgeous ocean views, to the awesome live music, and pair that with amazing mai tais! When we go into town, this is usually where we take family and friends. After a day on the beach, it's wonderful to unwind. The musical talent is poppy and relaxing, totally giving out those island vibes. Hubs' favorite is the steak tacos. I'm consistently a fish n chips gal! And theirs are definitely on point! The fish has a light, crisp, and perfectly fried batter. Oh and of course the Hula Pie for dessert!! It's a cool and refreshing way to round out your meal. The staff is super attentive; we never have to wait long for refills. Everything has always been fabulous and we treasure our family moments we've spent here!

The food , the service and the atmosphere were amazing. We dined inside the tiki bar and had live music and friendly service. The appetizer menu was delicious as we ordered the crispy coconut shrimp, the hummus and veggies and the calamari! Our server was friendly and our time here was delightful!

The one sad is the salad bar used to have more choices including fish and protein which did not happen. Everyone's dishes were happily consumed. Liked to add $9 for salad bar to entree so one could enjoy the various greeneries. Some salads were empty but eventually replaced. Had the Ono and the mahi-mahi and it was pretty wild to look at the Ono and think wow that literally looks and tastes like a breast of chicken with fish sauce. Hopefully not. lol. Poké tacos were good. Pretty sure everyone enjoyed dishes. Not sure why the special was *half of a lobster tail shrimp a scallop and gnocchi in a lobster tomato cream sauce. Strange combo but on the end decided against it although another enjoyed it although fettuccini/linguini might have been a better version but if the gnocchi was homemade then that was best

GET THE PRIME RIB AT THE BUFFET THURSDAY EVENINGS & not the regular prime rib. The regular one is way harder than the buffet's. Also, prepare for a very long wait (2 hours) if you don't have a reservation. They open up the dinner waitlist at 4:45pm. The ambiance is very chill & service is great. This is probably one of the few times we were in Hawaii where service checked up on us multiple times & not just once. I got the Prime Rib (not buffet) & it was honestly disappointing. My wife got the buffet & her cuts of meat were way more tender. The hula pie was great though. We all shared one big one. Overall, I'd still come back but definitely with reservations.

We came here our first night in Waikiki and definitely scratched the itch for a quintessential hawaiian resort bar vibe. I highly recommend coming when its not busy because what would typically feel like a tourist trap felt like a exclusive resort at night near closing. We got Mai Tais which were okay, but the food hit the spot, especially the coconut shrimp. All and all beat expectations for a chain restaurant with great service.

Stopped in here as our friends wanted to come for the live music. This place has good reviews online but it's what I consider a tourist trap! The location is definitely 5 star but the food is average. Service was good, she checked in on us. The beach is right there to look out at, the best view. Parking is a challenge.

Good music and vibe on a December Sunday. Everyone seems To be I'm the holiday mood! Enjoy

The restaurant is in a prime location on the beach. The restaurant was large, but it's packed like it was jampacked even the bar was packed. The restaurant has a lot of photos and memorabilia, which is kind of nice. I was able to watch the sunset which was beautiful but just very crowded because everyone was trying to do the same thing I was doing watch the sun go down from the dining room at dinner. We waited at the bar for a table for two hours. We had drinks, macadamia humus and crab Rangoon. The were both good but nothing spectacular. I had a margarita with jalapeños. It was okay but not what I was expecting when I described the drink to the bartender. When we were finally seated we both got the dinner buffet which included prime rib, macadamia nut roasted fresh catch, Huli Huli chicken and an assortment of salads among other items. The buffet was okay

Beautiful oceans views from the bar. Amazing cocktails. Food is so-so, nothing to write home about. Waitstaff is always friendly and cheerful. We remain regulars because of the obvious. The end.

My family came to Hawaii for vacation and special occasion , so we had a big party so needed 2 tables . The food was amazing most of us got the Buffett quite delicious . Restaurant was clean staff friendly . Highly recommend this place , our family can't wait to return again . Bathroom clean , all staff so helpful to our party My son loved the short ribs . Can't wait till we will return next year !!

Oceanfront dining [Honolulu HI] We met my bestie and her hubby for an early breakfast dining. She chose Duke's in Waikiki (named after Duke Kahanamoku). Your party has to be complete in order to be seated. We sat facing the beach, party of 6. The breakfast buffet station is served daily from 7:00a to 11:00a and at 7:30a I thought we would be one of the early birds, nope!... to my surprise there was a waiting list and the dining room was already almost full! Luckily, we had reservations. We ate to our hearts contents, it is a buffet after all. Breakfast is classic American food with fresh local tropical fruits. Made to order omelets were placed with our server as well as the drinks. We don't always go where the tourists go when visiting the islands. This was my first time dining at Duke's and it was a pleasant experience with family and friends. We parked at the Royal Hawaiian Center garage but I think there is a parking garage closer where we could've validated our ticket. Review #3578

Great spot, steps away from the beach! The restaurant is expansive with plenty of dining space. However, make reservations because this place is very busy. THE FOOD. We ordered an appetizer... - Panko-Crusted Calamari | Tender for a thick cut. Has a nice crisp to it; golden brown and delicious! ... and then opted for the buffet because the food was looking pretty damn good. I appreciated the fans above each tray to swat all the flies away. I recommend trying... - Chicken. Saucy sweet and tender. - Pulled Pork. Very tender and juicy. Surprising for a buffet to have amazing pulled pork. - Poke! The salmon poke was unreal. Super silky texture and coated with sesame oil. I absolutely loved this. Tuna ahi was also unbelievable. Again, I'm surprised by how awesome these were given it was a buffet. - Salad Bar. Lots to choose from and it was all fresh. - Garlic Shrimp. Good flavor and tender. THE DRUNK DRINKS. - Duke's Mai Tai | Tasty, but nothing extraordinary. THE PARKING. We parked a few blocks away and walked over. I would say to try and find parking either in a structure nearby or on the street. You will likely have to pay for parking, just as we did. COMING BACK? Although the food was great, it's a little touristy and I prefer to go to more local eateries in the future. But, go for its location at least once!

Make sure to make a reservation if not you'll be waiting more than a hour to be seated. When arriving I did notice a waiting area where it seemed as people got tired of waiting and just ordered and ate in the waiting area I am not going to lie I was not a big fan of that. When we got seated I took a look at the menu and it wasn't a large selection but what was available did seem appetizing. Being that the location is close to the ocean I got excited to order the lobster and I am not going to lie I wasn't impressed. Also ordered the calamari and it was very bland :/ on the plus side the drinks were good and they had live music playing on the terrace so that was nice

I have the opportunity to visit Duke's for Brunch. The ambiance very nice and relaxing. We were seated a table with an ocean view. The brunch buffet had a variety of food, one of my favorites were the pancakes and Portuguese sausages. I also enjoyed the selection of fresh fruits. The service was very prompt and friendly. A great experience for a reasonable price.

About a 1-1.5: Duke's seems to be a favorite among the tourists, as it's located in the heart of Waikiki, right by the beach, with live evening performances. Their menu includes breakfast/breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner, as well as a prime rib buffet on Thursday evenings. We came here for dinner, making reservations in advance. We did arrive a bit early, but they were able to seat us within a few minutes - our party was led to one of the tables that had a palapa parasol, which was nice! We ordered: +Crab Wontons - filled with crab meat, cream cheese, and chopped macadamia nuts, this was served with a sweet chili sauce and a mustard plum sauce; the wontons were generously filled, but we wished it was more crispier, as it was slightly soggy +Crispy Coconut Shrimp - served with lilikoi chili water and some pickled cucumbers; the shrimp itself was overcooked, so it was very rubbery; the exterior didn't have a hint of coconut flavor, as it just seemed like it was panko-crusted +the Sautéed Macadamia Nut & Herb Crusted Fresh Fish - the fish-of-the-day was mahi mahi; the mahi was barely 'dusted' or encased in the Parm and panko that was stated in the menu; the mahi mahi itself was overcooked, as it was tough and chewy; the lemon-caper sauce was minimal, and that should have been with the herbed jasmine farro rice, as that was not seasoned and very bland Our server was Ecco, and she was sweet; it seemed as if she was catering to a lot of tables, so we weren't able to share our disappointment with the overcooked shrimp and the mahi mahi. The place was filled to the gills, and there was a patio area that was near the stage of the singer who did cover songs. Note that there are two entrances; off the beach as well as through the Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort. +overcooked shrimp and mahi mahi +reservations recommended +located at the Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort

I came here for the first time a couple of days ago. My food was underwhelming. The ribs were recommended. The sauce has a good tang but the meat was chewy and tough. Should have ordered the prime rib buffet. My family ordered the prime rib buffet. They enjoyed their food. We were there before the dinner rush. The view of the beach was nice. If you are seated next to the beach I think a visit here is worth it. We were seated toward the back.

This is a very popular place. Prices are steep for the value of product. They did have live Hawaiian music playing on the back stage and the place is right off the beach. Nachos were okay and the beer was cold. Our server was very good and kept my water glass full.

Reservations recommended yes! Touristy yes. Busy yes. Good yes. Lunch buffet if you wanted yes! Hula pie a must! So glad we came here early before this place got packed. Not many patrons when they first opened up; however when it was time to leave line out the door. They offered a lunch buffet for $31 for adults; seemed to have pretty much a little bit of everything; shrimp; short ribs; fried rice and etc. we opted out of it and decided to just order from lunch menu; we ordered the coconut shrimp; which was lightly breaded and delicious. Came with six large shrimp and fries . We also ordered the Korean steak tacos; comes with two tacos just an fyi. Filling. The views are nice here; this place is expensive; average meal is between $25-$35 a person. That kimos hula pie is big; however light and creamy and a sweet and delicious treat to share. Don't miss out. Hula pie is $14 I believe.

(9/2023): Came here on a Thursday night for Prime Rib night. At the time it was $64 per person, which doesn't include drinks or their hula pie. Modest selection of items to choose from including shrimp cocktail and prime rib (of course!). I was pleasantly surprised by their mushroom ravioli (nice lemony herbaceous flavor) and their mini carrot and banana muffins out of all things. Steered clear of the pasta and salad bar, but heard some of the salad options - specifically the bok choi salad - was meh. The mai tai was more sugary than alcoholic. Otherwise, amazing ambiance right by the beach, excellent service, and food overall was not bad.

Food is average, at best. Fries were cold. The irony is that she said oh and I told them to make it well-done so they're extra crispy, but somehow they're cold and not crispy? They could've literally just double fried them because I wanted them crispy anyways. But instead, I got limp cold potatoes. Service is shit and to top it off server handed me the card machine with the 20% pre-selected. Wild behavior. Ambiance is 10/10. Live music is great and vibes are on point. The only reason you should come here is for hula pie and live music vibes. Maybe drinks?

We arrived in Waikiki pretty late on a Thursday night and Duke's was one of the only restaurants nearby our hotel that was still open and serving food. We got there around 10:30pm and there was plenty of seating but it was pretty busy. They had "live" music which was basically a guy in the corner strumming his guitar and singing a lineup of familiar tunes. We were parched so immediately ordered a Duke's Blonde and and a Mai Tai each... super refreshing. The poke tacos were just ok..tasted a little fishy but we were famished so we devoured them with no complaints lol. The mango bbq bacon burger though was really, really good and really hit the spot. The service was decent enough considering how busy and late it was. Overall it was a solid meal after a long day of travel, and I love that they serve food until it's late-ish. The ambiance is great, drinks are well-made, and the food is decent.

Touristy yes, must visit, yes, and hula pie, yes and pricey also yes. It is one of those staple Waikiki restaurant that one should visit at least once like an upscale tiki bar and always sooo busy. Having been to Oahu a few times, we find ourselves stopping by at Duke's at every trip even for just a slice of the huge and decadent pie.

Great bar scene. Friendly staff at the bar and serving the tables. We came in from the beach for a light lunch and ended up sharing an order of nachos. They were plenty to share. We each got some drinks. IPA for me and a Mai Thai for my wife. The seats we got had a great sweeping view of the ocean. We've stopped here for lunch and dinner over the years. It's just a fun, friendly, and easy option right off the main beach in Waikiki. Highly recommend it for fun without any fuss.

Vacationing at Outrigger for Christmas and ate here for lunch. Food was great, we were seated very quickly and the service was excellent!

We come to Duke's multiple times a visit for the brews, the views, and the overall good vibes. Nachos here are filling, we like to get the steak ones! I recommend sitting at the bar if you're feeling chatty. All the bartenders here are so warm and friendly. You really feel like a part of the family (which is a cringe and overplayed term in most cases but not this one). The hula pie is extremely decadent and is the perfect diabetes inducing sweet treat. There's quite a bit of textural satisfaction here--the crushed macadamia nuts, the syrup of the chocolate sauce, the perfectly frozen yet thawed vanilla ice cream, the ribbonlike tendrils of the whip cream, and the the thick oreo crust! All together make a luxurious, over indulgent, guilt inducing sweet treat that I will absolutely do again the next time I visit. Special shout-out to the bartends Stuart and Aulana. They make our experience(s) out of this world. I don't mind dropping by just to hangout with them on evenings even when I'm not really craving anything. These people really make you feel so welcome! Duke's is my partners new obsession. Coming from the east coast, the vibes here are absolutely unbeatable!

We were recommended to try Duke's by a frequent visitor to Waikiki. I was lucky to snag a last minute reservation at noon on a Friday. Even luckier, when we got to the restaurant (about 30 mins before our reservation), we asked if it was possible to get seated early and they were happy to accommodate us! A lot of luck indeed. Going in, it was already very busy with lots of people already seated closer to the beach side. The server came by to explain we could choose between the a la carte lunch menu or buffet. We checked out the buffet items first, before opting in for the buffet. The buffet had poke bowls, garlic shrimp, short ribs, and a variety of salads. The only downside was the limited dessert options (only assorted fruit, like pineapple, grapes, oranges). The poke bowls were delicious. The garlic shrimp and short ribs were also great protein options. I also really enjoyed the kimchi farro salad which was on the spicy side. Our server came by to clear our plates and refill our water frequently. Service was friendly and efficient! When it came to the bill, it was neat seeing the option of being able to pay via ApplePay. So cool and conveniently! When I paid the server came by to let us know she received it and we were good to go. Buffet is a good option if you're indecisive on the lunch menu and also provides great food at great value. Would definitely recommend Duke's!

Absolutely Amazing experience. The server was good, ambience was great, and food was super awesome !! Chicken BLT was huge with really good home made fries. Nachos were awesome with great quantity. Enjoyed the view .. right on the beach.. live music at night .. very relaxing atmosphere with super great food !! Very busy place. Good to make the online reservation before you go. Most probably there will be wait.

This was such an iconic spot and I remember going here years ago when it was a small restaurant. However, it's grown into a mega tourist spot. We waited 45 min for a so-so table to be rushed by our server for orders. The food and drinks were subpar and over priced. Do yourself a favor and walk the beach then find a locally owned small spot where your business is appreciated.

I was so looking forward to celebrate our anniversary here with the kiddos. Place has excellent views. Service was great. Now, comes hard and negative part. We opted to do the lunch buffet. Unfortunately, it was nothing to write home about. The beef ribs and teriyaki chicken were not edible. Hard, chewy and overcooked. Salad was good, nothing to complain about that. My biggest issue was the poke bar which they put together for you. However flies buzzing around the food is a hard pass. The girl behind the counter tried to swat them away but again once you see them landing on the side dishes, that a big No No!

This is probably the most popular restaurant on the Waikiki beach based on the review count. I figured they must be doing something right so I decided to take my parents here for lunch. The experience was such a letdown! Upon entering, we were told to go sit at any empty table we could find so we did. Two other parties were seated after us but they were led to their tables by the host which I thought was odd given the different treatment. Maybe there was no host available at the time we entered, I thought, so I paid no mind to it. Several minutes later the waitress stopped by our table and said she will come back with water while we looked at the menu. Those 2 other tables got their water and drinks shortly after. The waitress then went back and forth a couple of times serving the other tables while completely neglecting us. 10 minutes went by with no checking in or a sip of water, we decided to get up and leave. So yes, 1 star for the service since I wasn't given the chance to judge their food.

Beautiful setting on the beach,walk to the sand with tiki torch and coconut trees backdrops and live music and Hawaii dancers. Plenty of tables so only a short wait for the barefoot bar lanai serving burgers, tacos, salad, wings, chicken and ribs, coconut shrimps , falafels plate, etc and Mai Tai cocktails and signature Hula pie ice cream. Service is quick, efficient and to the point. All plates can be shared and server can provide extra plates and utensils. Water is poured readily. Just enjoy the scene, take in the Hawaii atmosphere , fill your stomach and spirits and carry the night away with your partner.

I came here last Wednesday with my family and had the lunch buffet option. First things first, this is a great location with the open space and clear view of the beach/ocean. The ambiance is excellent. The lunch buffet spread is decent with my favorite items being the Kalbi beef with steamed rice, pork, and salad bar. The garlic shrimp was mushy and not good at all. I thought it was a good price at $31. There could be a few more items on the menu which would be nice. The main reason why I'm giving this place a 3-star is because of their crappy service. Our waitress did not do a good job checking on my table and keeping our drink refilled. She was hard to flag down for little things/questions. Also we waited a while to order dessert and receive the check. I thought she was too laid back and didn't put enough effort or energy in keeping up with her tables. My family were tired of waiting at times and I did not like that. Of course I ordered their hula pie which is my ultimate favorite! I will order this and have this whenever I visit Hawaii. I will definitely be back.

We have a Dukes at home in California so we knew it wouldn't disappoint but this was a fantastic experience- especially being right next to our hotel. Came here our first night on a quick whim. Very little wait which was surprising. Had a great waiter- Andy- who recommended things and was very friendly and courteous as our server. Had probably the best coconut shrimp we've ever had. The cook on it wasn't overly breaded it was lightly crisp with a delicious chili sauce. Then I opted for a succulent macadamia nut crusted fish with this awesome jasmine farro rice. (I loved that so much!!) My boyfriend opted for the slow roasted prime rib, every bite was decadent and perfectly cooked. It was such a great dinner. Salad bar looked so great- will have to try next time- great selection and options.

Nice views, but lack of AC and nice chairs, as well as so-so food had this a one time visit for us. First, you definitely get close to the shore when here. The restaurant is huge and there is plenty of seating. However, the seats are just wood and hard after half an hour or so. There is also a lack of AC or circulating air. I ended up taking off my top layer and was covered in sweat. Third, the food is good, but was more on the quantity side than quality. Our waiter gave us a huge slice of cake for our honeymoon which was nice. Overall, definitely a place to visit at least once while staying in the area.

Open walls so you can see the beach! Can be pretty hot during the day. Live music at night. Was pretty mellow music while we were there. Very nice. Coconut mojito was awesome. We were able to pick our own seating and were served drinks right away. Bar area is noisy and lively. Not in a bad way! We ordered poke tacos and fist tacos. Fish tacos are grilled fresh caught fish. The type changes daily! The poke tacos are made with fresh ahi and come with tons of guacamole! The guacamole was pretty basic but tasted good. The poke tacos are very small but so so tasty! Prices here are pretty high, but that is to be expected on the beach! Worth a try!

Every time I vacation to Oahu I stop by Dukes to get their Hula Pie! It's just one of those iconic and must have things when you visit. I've gone to Dukes for dine-in & walk-in at the bar and their staff are always super friendly and service is quick and on top of it. Definitely recommend making a reservation since it's always busy!

What went well? Everything! They took us in at exactly the time of our reservation and seated us quickly! The photos below explain the food and ambiance to a T! Absolutely wonderful! The salad bar would be a sumptuous feast by itself. Potato salad, green pea salad, macaroni salad, capri salad, and 3 long stations of items to create your own salad. Very impressive! The server at the salad bar was friendly, engaging, and very (appropriately) complimentary of his chefs. The service as always was exemplary. Our server, whose name escapes me, was truly remarkable.

Came here for a business lunch. You can make a reservation on their website, same day available for lunch most of the time it you plan a few hours earlier. Been wanting to try their lunch buffet. AYCE salad bar, poke station, and Hawaiian food mains. $31. Dukes has a good selection for their salad bar that I've always enjoyed. Fresh poke station, with soup of the day. The Hawaiian food main station had kalbi, teri chicken, kalua pork cabbage, fried rice. You have a view to of the ocean and if you're not working, enjoy a mai tai or two. Our server was super attentive and friendly. I want to come back for Thursday, prime rib night. Just haven't been able to make a reservation as they get booked ahead of time for prime rib night.

I went here for the lunch buffet. I had reservations and they had the table ready within 5 minutes of the reservation. The pricing was reasonable for the beachfront location. This was my first time eating poke. It was good but not something I can eat a large portion of. It was nice to have such a large variety. The bok choy side was my favorite along with the corn. The spicy broccoli was too spicy for me. The ribs were too chewy but the teriyaki chicken was really good. I do wish that the meal included a small dessert like a scoop of vanilla ice cream to finish the meal.

We visited Duke's in a Tuesday night for dinner. We chose the inside dining, due to a longer wait for an outside table. We both ordered steak and the crab Rangoon. Our server was informative about the menu selections. Almost 3/4 thru our meal my husband hurriedly pushed the chair across from him and next to me away from the table. I asked what was wrong, he stated there is a roach on the chair, the German roach crawled in and out of the back of the chair. Later there was a baby roach on our table. We did not mention it to our server because my husband did not want it to appear we wanted something free. It was difficult for us to finish our meal The steaks were delicious, and whether we will return on our next trip is debatable.