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Genius Lounge, Honolulu, HI

Genius Lounge

4.4
4.4
495 Reviews
$31 to $50
Hawaiian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for happy hour
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Come grab a cool Hawaiian beer, fresh seafood, unique Hawaiian-Japanese fusion food on the rooftop lanai, and enjoy an "Aloha" experience with our friendly staff!

Genius Lounge is established in 2009, is a full service bar restaurant serving Japanese inspired Hawaiian dishes. We were selected 2022 & 2023 OpenTable Diners' Choice Restaurant.

Our menus are created by Japanese experienced chef Taiga Sasahara, using Hawaiian ingredients throughout our dishes.

We have some famous Hawaiian items; Sushi, Fresh seafoods, Steaks, Salads, Pizzas, and Original homemade noodle dishes!!!

You can pair those items with our extensive drink menu such as Sakes, Wines, and a lot of original cocktails!

It is perfect a place to enjoy a low key night with friends or a romantic date in the heart of Waikiki.

We also accomodate private parties. We have a quaint private lanai space and 3 party courses for your private party. It is also a perfect place to enjoy your wedding party in the heart of Waikiki.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Hawaiian, Seafood, Izakaya
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (808) 626-5362
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Daisuke Kano
  • Private party facilities
    It's a hidden gem in the heart of Waikiki. We're the perfect venue for your next special party at Genius Lounge. We can accommodate a variety of dinner parties for up to 70 guests. You and your guests will love our Japanese inspired Hawaiian fusion menu made with Special Aloha!
  • Private party contact
    Daisuke Kano: (808) 626-5362
  • Neighborhood
    Waikiki
  • Cross street
    Lewers St. and Kuhio Ave.
  • Parking details
    Municipal Parking at Ritz Carlton Tower. Behind of our building.Open 24 hours$1.50 per hour (Coin operated parking only)Time Limit 5 hours.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine

Experiences

  • Steak & Seafood Lovers Special (Tax&Tip Included)

    $70.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Special prefix menu for Steak & Seafood Lovers! Ahi Poke, Baked Oyster, Green Salad, Surf & Turf (Original Garlic Shrimp & Rib Eye Steak), Hawaiian Dessert. 2 orders minimum. Poke and Green Salad are Sharing style. 1 big oyster, 1 dessert, and 1 full potion of Surf & Turf per person!! Super good deal!! Enjoy your dinner at Genius Lounge!
    Steak & Seafood Lovers Special (Tax&Tip Included) Photo

Offers

  • Everyday Happy Hour 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Everyday Happy Hour 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm. Kirin Draft Beer $5, Honolulu Beer Works Draft $7, House wines $6, House Sakes $8, Edamame $6, Curly Fries $7, Karaage $8, Green Salad $8, Garlic Shrimp $16, Loco Moco $16, Kalua Pork Nachos $10. Enjoy our happy hour for your night starting! Aloha

    Everyday Happy Hour 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Photo

What 495 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Hawaiian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Genius Lounge is a hidden gem in Waikiki, offering a cozy atmosphere and a delightful fusion of Japanese and Hawaiian cuisine. Guests rave about the "amazing" food and "phenomenal" service. The extensive drink menu and vibrant rooftop lanai add to its charm. "Highly recommend" this "unique" dining experience!

495 Reviews
  1. zaynah VIP

    Tampa13 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Too much garlic sauce on the ahi, wasn’t as tasty as we hoped. Shrimp and mashed potatoes were good but steak was wayyy overdone even though I said medium. Food took way too long to come out for me to complain so I didn’t bother saying anything (45 minutes, and didn’t want to wait another 40 for a fresh steak as it was our last night and we were tired). Waitress was polite although I do wished she checked on us more often, wasn’t very attentive. Guava mojito was more juice than anything. Mai thai’s weren’t bad but I thought they’re usually served in short glasses not huge beer cups. I’m sure if I tried something else the food would’ve been good but I’ll admit I’m just disappointed that I reserved here for our last night.
    Genius LoungeResponded today
    Aloha Zaynah, Mahalo for your feedback. We’re sorry your experience didn’t meet expectations, especially on your last night. We appreciate your comments on the food, service, and drinks and will address them with our team to improve. We’d love the chance to make it up to you if you visit Waikiki again. Mahalo for giving us a try, and we hope to welcome you back in the future. Best, Genius Lounge Waikiki

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  2. Jesse

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and a great setting. We sat outdoors at the beautifully funky patio tables and enjoyed chilled wine, raw oysters, Furikake ahi steak, and the avocado roll sushi with pico de ahi. The oysters were amazing and fresh, the ahi steak was cooked perfectly and seasoned enough to give flavor but still tast the ahi; but the sushi roll tops everything. It's a surprisingly large portion with a crispy tempura roll and the best pico topping I've ever tasted. I would recommend this anyone looking for that seafood dinner on Waikiki that can be difficult to find. Amazing food and a great atmosphere. Give it a try.
    Genius LoungeResponded today
    Aloha Jesse, Mahalo for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your experience with us, from the funky patio vibes to the fresh seafood and perfectly cooked ahi steak. It’s wonderful to hear that our avocado roll sushi with pico de ahi was a standout for you! Your recommendation means the world to us, and we truly appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back for another amazing meal soon! Mahalo, Genius Lounge Team

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  3. Jared

    Hawaii3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE! Will definitely come back again. The service was phenomenal! The karage chicken & hot pot loco moco… OMG! Sooooo good! Happy hour was good priced! What an amazing hidden gem in waikiki!
    Genius LoungeResponded today
    Aloha Jared, Mahalo for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you loved your experience with us! It makes us so happy to know you enjoyed the karaage chicken, hot pot loco moco (OMG, right?!), and our Happy Hour deals. We truly appreciate your kind words about our service and are so glad you found us! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic time. Mahalo and see you soon! Genius Lounge Waikiki

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  4. Sasha

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Genius Lounge is a hidden gem in Waikiki! The food was absolutely delicious, with fresh ingredients and amazing flavors. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for a relaxing evening. The service was friendly and attentive, making our dining experience even better. Highly recommend!
    Genius LoungeResponded today
    Aloha, Mahalo for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed our fresh and flavorful dishes, as well as the cozy atmosphere. It means a lot to us that our friendly team helped make your experience even better! We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another relaxing evening soon. Mahalo, Genius Lounge Waikiki

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  5. 篤子

    Hawaii3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    店員さんがアットホームで素敵でした。ヒルトンの花火が見えるテラス席を準備してくださり、雰囲気もボリュームも満足できました。 他のお店よりも遅くまでハッピーアワーメニューをやってましたのでお得に食事ができました。立地もよく、とにかく気さくな店員さんが多いので安心して楽しめるお店だと思います。
    Genius LoungeResponded today
    Aloha, Mahalo for your kind review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the terrace seating with a view of the Hilton fireworks and that both the atmosphere and portions met your expectations. We're also glad you could take advantage of our extended Happy Hour! Your kind words about our friendly staff mean a lot to us. We strive to create a welcoming and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and we’re thrilled you felt at ease. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Mahalo, Genius Lounge Waikiki

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  6. Karen

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of Waikīkī faves! Great food, super nice staff, and it’s just so comfortable and chill! Also, I don’t drink alcohol and they have Asahi zero proof beer - delicious!
    Genius LoungeResponded on February 10, 2025
    Mahalo for your kind words! We're so happy to hear that Genius Lounge is one of your Waikīkī favorites! Great food, a chill atmosphere, and friendly service are what we strive for, and we're glad you enjoyed it all. Looking forward to welcoming you back for another relaxing time soon. Aloha!

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  7. Stanice

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was great! We enjoyed the wings the most. Recommend.

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  8. Jamie

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A hidden gem off the main road in Waikiki. Food was amazing with great service
    Genius LoungeResponded on February 5, 2025
    Aloha Jamie, Mahalo for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and service. Hope to welcome you back to our little hidden gem soon! The Genius Lounge Team

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  9. Angela VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best desserts and amazing service! Such a fun local Experience
    Genius LoungeResponded on February 5, 2025
    Aloha Angela, Mahalo for your kind words! We're thrilled you loved our desserts and service. Hope to see you again for another fun local experience! The Genius Lounge Team

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  10. Philip

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food for a group of 5. Atmosphere for outdoor seating was excellent. Service was responsive. Japanese-fusion food was delicious, and well prepared and seasoned. We enjoyed eating everything family style. Compliments from everyone in the party.
    Genius LoungeResponded on February 5, 2025
    Aloha Philip, Mahalo for your wonderful review! We're so happy your group enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service. Family-style dining is the best way to experience it all! Hope to welcome you back soon. The Genius Lounge Team

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FAQs

Genius Lounge is rated 4.4 stars by 495 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Genius Lounge

346 Lewers St, Honolulu, HI 96815

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lewers St. and Kuhio Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Waikiki
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Hawaiian, Seafood, Izakaya
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Municipal Parking at Ritz Carlton Tower. Behind of our building.Open 24 hours$1.50 per hour (Coin operated parking only)Time Limit 5 hours.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Daisuke Kano
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (808) 626-5362
  • Private party facilities
    It's a hidden gem in the heart of Waikiki. We're the perfect venue for your next special party at Genius Lounge. We can accommodate a variety of dinner parties for up to 70 guests. You and your guests will love our Japanese inspired Hawaiian fusion menu made with Special Aloha!
  • Private party contact
    Daisuke Kano: (808) 626-5362
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