Halani

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   Jennifer

   Anchorage

   23 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   23 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   We were so disappointed with our recent dinner at Halani. This had been one of our go-to favorites every time we visited the Big Island but I won’t need to go back anytime soon. They recently changed their menu from a Hawaiian focus to a generic-feeling Mediterranean one, and it was a disappointment, with some dishes feeling like they were conceived by an average home cook who was in a hurry (overcooked and over salted broccolini, a cauliflower dish that was basically a hunk of undercooked cauliflower with a little scoop of sauce plopped next to it). The prices are high, and while we expect that a great dinner in a resort in Hawaii will be pricey, this was truly excessive. $40 for a sundae? Seriously? Our server was friendly but was distracted, extremely slow and not knowledgeable about anything on the menu (granted it is apparently a new menu as of a couple of weeks ago but still). So sad that the Auberge messed with such a good thing!
   

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   Allison

   Los Angeles

   9 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   The ambiance and setting could not be more picturesque. The food was incredible with flavor. Mediterranean inspired, selections are intended to be shared family style. We had the bread balloon, with a side order of the spicy aioli (pretty mild spice), zucchini chips w tzatziki, ahi steak with orzo, ali’i mushrooms and the broccolini which were grilled and made with lemon juice, garlic and crushed red peppers. Zucchini chips are a must if you’re trying to satisfy your savory palate and the seared ahi steak will melt in your mouth. Service and hospitality were outstanding from the valet to the host stand to the servers. My water glass was never empty! Also, there is live music every Monday! The artist was incredibly musically gifted, his acoustic talent was evident. The open air/face restaurant allows the stunning view of Hawaii and the sunset is a short walk from the restaurant to the beach shore front. Looking for romance and delectable food choices? Look no further
   

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   Joseph

   San Francisco

   163 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   163 reviews

   Dined on November 12, 2024

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

   Great dinner and great service at this wonderful restaurant.
   

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   Jock

   New York City

   2 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 10, 2024

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

   The chef uses spice in far too many dishes. Also, there is a noticeable lack of vegetables in each entree.
   

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   Timothy

   Seattle

   8 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on November 10, 2024

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

   Food was good but wrong order delivered. Drink was made incorrectly but I drank it. The musical performer was way too loud. Hard to hear each other talk. I like this place non the less.
   

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   Erika

   Hawaii

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 9, 2024

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

   One of our favorite places to dine on island! Service always great, love the drinks (I get the lychee martini every time it’s amazing) and the food is really really good. Maybe don’t allow yourself to be seated by the entertainers speakers, it was way too loud we could barely converse.
   

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   Richard

   New York City

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on November 6, 2024

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

   I had a wonderful dinner. The environment was awesome. I’m coming back again tomorrow. 
   

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   Robert

   Los Angeles

   15 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on November 5, 2024

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

   Consistently great service and food. It’s pricey like most above average restaurants on the island, but makes up for it with ambience, quality of the food (they’re transitioning to a more Mediterranean-oriented cuisine) and a well-trained waitstaff.
   

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   Joseph

   San Francisco

   163 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   163 reviews

   Dined on November 5, 2024

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

   We had a wonderful dining experience last night at Halani. The food was excellent and the service could not be beat.
   

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    Betsy

    Palm Springs

    22 reviews

    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

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

    Our fish tacos were over cooked and dry. No good sauce just seasoned fish with some slaw.
    

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