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Merriman's Honolulu

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 128 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Lively
Neighborhood gem

A pioneer of the “Farm to Table” movement in Hawaii, Peter Merriman brings Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Ward Village in Honolulu. Reflecting Peter’s personal style, the restaurant combines the feel of a neighborhood bistro with hints of old Hawaii. Lively, urbane, and whimsical, Merriman’s Honolulu is not just for special occasions. It’s an everyday place for those who appreciate great food and warm, friendly service!

Awards:
- Honolulu Magazine, Best Oahu Restaurant, Gold
- Honolulu Magazine, Best New Restaurant, Silver
- Honolulu Magazine, Best Wine Program, Silver
- Wine Enthusiast, 100 Best Wine Restaurants 2019
- Hawaii Magazine, Best Farm to Table Restaurant
-Hale Aina Award: Best Restaurant, Gold 2022

All available reservations time slots are on OpenTable, we do accept walk-ins daily. Please arrive on time as we don't hold reserved tables for more than 15 min.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Peter Merriman

From the OpenTable editors: The LA Times once called Peter Merriman “the aloha Alice Waters” because of the chef’s lasting reputation for championing local ingredients. At Merriman's, which first opened on the Big Island in 1988, that translates to updated Hawaiian classics like macadamia-crusted mahi mahi and taro falafel. The group blazed trails across four islands by 2018, and the latest Honolulu location stands out for its wild green-and-white floors and jungle prints.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(808) 215-0022
Website
https://www.merrimanshawaii.com/honolulu/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1108 Auahi St #170, Honolulu, HI 96814
Neighborhood
Honolulu
Parking details
Free parking is available in the ground floor parking lot behind Anaha off Queen Street and Kamakee. Once inside the garage, walk up the ramp toward Kamakee and turn left for the restaurant.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Merriman's Thanksgiving Day Prix Fixe 2024
$115.00 per person
Nov 28, 2024 only
For Thanksgiving Day, Merriman's Honolulu will be offering a Prix Fixe Menu. We will feature three beautiful courses with a plethora of options to choose from. The Prix Fixe Menu price will be $115 per person, or $45 for Keiki. We hope to see you in November! Our menu will be posted on the our website in the next few weeks. Please note, credit cards are only taken online to hold reservations. Cards are not charged at the time of booking. Payment is taken at the restaurant, as normal.
Merriman's Christmas Eve Prix Fixe 2024
$125.00 per person
Dec 24, 2024 only
For Christmas Eve, Merriman's Honolulu will be offering a Prix Fixe Menu. We will feature three beautiful courses with a plethora of options to choose from. The price will be $125 per person, or $42 for Keiki. We hope to see you in December! Our menu will be posted on our website in the next few weeks. Please note, credit cards are only taken online to hold reservations. Cards are not charged at the time of booking. Payment is taken at the restaurant, as normal.
Merriman's Christmas Day Prix Fixe 2024
$125.00 per person
Dec 25, 2024 only
For Christmas Day, Merriman's Honolulu will be offering a Prix Fixe Menu. We will feature three beautiful courses with a plethora of options to choose from. The price will be $125 per person, or $42 for Keiki. We hope to see you in December! Our menu will be posted on our website in the next few weeks. Please note, credit cards are only taken online to hold reservations. Cards are not charged at the time of booking. Payment is taken at the restaurant, as normal.

Popular dishes

Soup, Chef's Daily Special$15.00
French Onion Soup Gratin$18.00
Oysters on the Half Shell (4pc)$24.00
Champagne Black Pepper Migonette, Vegatable Crudite
Kalua Pig Quesadilla$16.00
House-Made Kim Chee, Mango Chili Sauce
Tako & Country Bread$26.00
Octopus "A la Escargot" Style, Cognac Parsley Garlic Butter
Hapa Poke$21.00
Maui Onion, Inamona, Ogo
Organic Taro Hummus$14.00
Local Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Radish, Olives, Purple Potato Chips
Bag O' Biscuits$7.00
Housemade Buttermilk Biscuits, Big Island Churned Butter

Dirt Grown Salads

Caesar, Peter's Original$17.00
Hirabara Farm Baby Romaine, Boquerones, Fried Green Tomato "Croutons"
Roasted Beet & Fennel$17.00
Frisée, Sweet Land Farm Chèvre, Orange, Mint, Cilantro, Orange-Ginger Vinaigrette
Herb Grilled Chicken & Avocado Salad$24.00
Local Roasted Beets, Garbanzo Beans, Local Green Beans, Garden Greens, Maui Onion, Buttermilk-Dill Dressing
Medditeranean Salad$18.00
Hirabara Farm Romaine, Tomato, Basil, Cucumber, Red Onion, Kalamata Olive, Calabrian, Chili, Feta, Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette, Country Bread
Avocado & Cucumber Salad$17.00
Ho Farms Cherry Tomatoes, Jalapeno, Maui Onion, Ma'o Farms Cilantro, Chili-Lime Vinaigrette

Entrées

Add applewood smoked bacon to your burger +$4

Makai
Day Boat Fresh Catch, Local Farm Inspired
- MP
Prime Short Ribs$29.00
Chinese Braised, Kim Chee, Pineapple Salsa, Baby Bok Choy, Artisanal Rice
Rosemary Gilled Eggplant Sandwich$17.00
Fresh Basil, Siracha Aioli, Hau'ula Tomatoes, Chevre, Local Butter Lettuce
Taro Falafel$22.00
Tomato Braised Beluga Lentils, Pukalani Cucumbers, Ho Farms Tomatoes & Red Onion Relish, Cilantro Creme Fraiche
Fresh Fish Sandwich$23.00
Moroccan Spices, Lime Crushed Avocado, Hau'ula Tomatoes, Tartar Sauce
Fresh Fish Tacos$24.00
Avocado, Aloun Farm Cabbage Slaw, Roasted Tomato Salsa, Pico De Gallo, Cilantro
Fish & Shrimp & Chips$29.00
Hana Koa Brewing 'Breaktime' Beer-Battered Catch of the Day & Wild Shrimp, Rosemary Sea Salt Fries, Malt Vinegar Aioli, Lemon
Wagyu Umami Burger$23.00
Sautéed Waimanalo Mushrooms, Gruyere, Arugula, Truffle Aioli, Housemade Kaiser Bun
Chicken Pot Pie$24.00
Chicken, Veloute, Onion, Carrots, Puff Pastry Crust
Steak Frites$39.00
Prime Sirloin, Rosemary Sea Salt Fries, Herb Compound Butter

Sides

Farm To High Rise Kim Chee$5.00
Garlic Jasmine Rice$5.00
Vegetable of the Day$7.00
Parmesean Truffle Fries$12.00
Garlic, Parsley

Dessert

Chocolate Purse$14.00
Housemade Vanilla Ice Cream
Bread Pudding$14.00
Maui Gold Pineapple, Macadamia Nuts, Housemade Salted Caramel, Housemade Vanilla Ice Cream
Homemade Ice Cream$8.00
Vanilla, Coffee, Chocolate or Seasonal Sorbet with Homemade Waffle Cone
Lilikoi Posset$12.00
Homemade Macadamia Nut Cookie, Fresh Strawberries and Cream

What 4,045 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Oahu
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Oahu
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Merriman's Honolulu is a "favorite restaurant" for many, offering "outstanding food" and "impeccable service." The "amazing happy hour" and "delicious" locally sourced dishes, like the Macadamia Nut Mahi Mahi, stand out. While occasional noise and price concerns exist, the overall dining experience is "flawless" and "highly recommended."

4,045 Reviews

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Robin
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The customer service was outstanding and the food was incredible. It made for a memorable evening.
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Tom
Philadelphia
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Came here with a group of 7 after a memorial service. Perfect place to bring some people I didn’t know well. Everyone enjoyed their meal and staff were very accommodating. Always enjoy the food here and of course the Mai Tais. .
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Polly
Hawaii
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We were so happy to see a more expanded menu than last time we were there. After Covid Merrimans seemed to be struggling, but now it’s back better than ever!!! The only area that remains slim and very needy is the beer selections!!!! My husband almost won’t go because of limited choices. They offer no draft beers, no lagers or pilsners!
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Marlon
Austin
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Merriman’s is the unofficial go to spot for our office because the staff is always very friendly and attentive. The food and drinks are always delicious and filling.
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Rene
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly service. Very accommodating. Food was top notch, especially fresh baked Kaiser Roll for sandwiches and fluffy biscuits!
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Takuya
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was too salty in general. Shrimp overcooked.
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みのり
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
新婚旅行の最終日ディナーで伺いました！控えめに言って最高の料理とおもてなしでした。オニオンスープとロブスターの入ったパイは絶品でした！またハワイに訪れたときは必ず来ようと夫婦で決めました！
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AlanMichael
Hawaii
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow, where have I been? This is a great, high quality, friendly, tasty, comfortable place to eat. The organic chicken in cast iron was one of the best chicken meals I’ve ever eaten in my life. It reminded me of the chicken at a chain restaurant in Japan called Ajitoya. The Beet salad was one of the first salads I’ve eaten that wasn’t overwhelming with one particular item. Even if you don’t like beets, there is enough of other flavors to fall in love with. It has the perfect mix of flavors that work well together. Chocolate Purse for dessert? Don’t bother sharing, get your own…lol. Only small complaint would be it’s a tad bit on the pricier side, but my family and I thoroughly enjoyed our dinner here. Our server was great, and you really get a sense that the entire staff that works here, works well together. Lots of smiling faces and cohesiveness from the team. I even saw the hostess walking around helping servers to fill up water. This is a top 5 restaurant in the entire Ward/ Waikiki area, don’t hesitate to go, you will enjoy it very much.
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Tom
San Francisco
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always good food here, and terrific service. I like coming for a late lunch when not crowded, or happy hour as well. Easy to park nearby for free. The onion soup is killer, but everything is just good , lots of options for comfort food.
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Shelly
Hawaii
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went during happy hour. The drinks and food were awesome and Eddie was amazing!
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FAQs

Merriman's Honolulu offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 215-0022.

Merriman's Honolulu is rated 4.8 stars by 4045 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 PM

Booked 128 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1108 Auahi St #170, Honolulu, HI 96814

Additional information

Neighborhood
Honolulu
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Seafood, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free parking is available in the ground floor parking lot behind Anaha off Queen Street and Kamakee. Once inside the garage, walk up the ramp toward Kamakee and turn left for the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.merrimanshawaii.com/honolulu/
Phone number
(808) 215-0022

Merriman's Honolulu

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Why they're an Icon

Additional information

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Merriman's Thanksgiving Day Prix Fixe 2024

Merriman's Christmas Eve Prix Fixe 2024

Merriman's Christmas Day Prix Fixe 2024

Lilikoi Posset

Fresh Fish Tacos

Chicken Pot Pie

Lunch Specials

Appetizers

Soup, Chef's Daily Special$15.00

French Onion Soup Gratin$18.00

Oysters on the Half Shell (4pc)$24.00

Kalua Pig Quesadilla$16.00

Tako & Country Bread$26.00

Hapa Poke$21.00

Organic Taro Hummus$14.00

Bag O' Biscuits$7.00

Dirt Grown Salads

Caesar, Peter's Original$17.00

Roasted Beet & Fennel$17.00

Herb Grilled Chicken & Avocado Salad$24.00

Medditeranean Salad$18.00

Avocado & Cucumber Salad$17.00

Entrées

Makai

Prime Short Ribs$29.00

Rosemary Gilled Eggplant Sandwich$17.00

Taro Falafel$22.00

Fresh Fish Sandwich$23.00

Fresh Fish Tacos$24.00

Fish & Shrimp & Chips$29.00

Wagyu Umami Burger$23.00

Chicken Pot Pie$24.00

Steak Frites$39.00

Sides

Farm To High Rise Kim Chee$5.00

Garlic Jasmine Rice$5.00

Vegetable of the Day$7.00

Parmesean Truffle Fries$12.00

Dessert

Chocolate Purse$14.00

Bread Pudding$14.00

Homemade Ice Cream$8.00

Lilikoi Posset$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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How is Merriman's Honolulu restaurant rated?

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