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Reviewed 10 August 2023

Hy’s is tough to review. A restaurant doesn’t survive much less prosper in Waikiki without being pretty good, and Hy’s appears to be prospering with a good batch of excellent reviews on TA. Yet our evening was disappointing. The classic Caesar salad prepared table side...was delicious, well flavored with lots of garlic and the anchovies properly muddled into the dressing. Perfect. Part of the disappointment resulted from me not knowing the menu well enough. I like beef filet and I like garlic, so I thought the garlic filet with mushrooms would be a great entree choice. I didn’t realize that the garlic mushroom sauce was fairly heavy, similar to what is often referred to as brown gravy. The sauce thoroughly masked the flavor of the filet. I should have ordered the plain filet and asked if garlic could be added during the final searing. If not, a liberal simple seasoning of salt and pepper would have been great. Admittedly, my choice without discussing details of the steak preparation with the server was part of the problem. I opted for a baked potato with all the fixings. The potato was served barely warm so the butter stayed hard and the sour cream rather than melting a bit simply added to the cold experience. A bit more disappointment. The room’s acoustics were terrible, made worse by a nearby table of about 12 people who all apparently had to speak loudly to be heard even among themselves. In any case, our party of four at a small table nearby had a lot of difficulty hearing the server or one another. I’ve had much better experiences at two other premium Honolulu steakhouses. That said, given their reputation, I may well give Hy’s another try, request a table in a quieter one of Hy’s several areas, and avoid asking for the garlic and mushroom brown sauce.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 25 July 2023 via mobile

The atmosphere was very formal and old classy. We took the dry age ribeye and for us was very disappointed, considering if you compare with Texans and Argentinian cuts. The taste was nothing special. I would not recommend this place.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 6 July 2023

I cannot possibly review an establishment higher than Hy’s when it comes to enjoying any kind of celebration. My fiancé and I were just engaged today and the reservation I had called for 5. I politely called the day prior and let them know I...would be celebrating an engagement, and the staff could not have been more professional, the food more savory, and the atmosphere more delightful. We were treated like royalty by each and every staff member, and the dinner was delightful. This establishment is a must stop on any steak/seafood lovers travels, and I will most certainly be back with my future wife!More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Bob Panter, Other at Hy's Steak House - Waikiki, responded to this reviewResponded 10 July 2023

Hello Kevin, Congratulations on your recent engagement! Thank you for joining us and for taking your time to write and post this wonderful review. I hope we get to serve you and your future wife again! Bob Panter, Guest Relations

Reviewed 6 July 2023

Hys has amazing food. I ordered the salad and it was one of the best salad I have ever had. They also prepare the salad in front of you. Our server Rutger was really kind and made our whole experience more enjoyable with the best...and kindest service ever. He allways was there to help. Also the atmosphere is amazing with top tier artwork. The only thing I would change is the restrooms. I really loved how kind Rutger was along with the other staff.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 5 June 2023

We aimed to treat ourselves to the best steak AND WE GOT IT! Based on a recommendation from a local resident, we changed our plans and are SO HAPPY we did! Dinner was SPECTACULAR! I had Fr Onion Soup (magnificent), the warm Spinach table side...salad (indescribable and so fun to watch), and a steak that was cooked to perfection and was truly excellent! Classic elegance and excellenceMore

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 23 May 2023

This is a white tablecloth place. Make a reservation to be sure you have a table. Service was great prices were a bit high but considering it’s Hawaii and a steakhouse it’s fair. The crab cake was $30 steak dishes $90 including your side. Half...of my table had to send their steaks back becaghet were undercooked so watch that !!! The Apple dessert is prepared table side with a fun presentation that’s camera worthy. Expect to spend at least $250 on a dinner for 2.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 20 April 2023 via mobile

We have been going to Hy’s for decades, every time we come to Honolulu. The ambiance is clubbly lovely as always; the service was excellent, except for the odd conundrum of asking us whether we were celebrating anything, both on Open Table when I reserved,...and when we arrived at the restaurant. Both couples were and we told them so. That was that. No more pictures of the table, and certainly no anniversary amenity. Why ask? Our server was otherwise fine. What wasn’t fine was the outlandish steak prices. Hey, I’m an old Palm 837 member, and I’m used to NYC and Boston steak prices….this place is beyond that….steaks over $80, 88, and higher? Fahgedaboutdit. They were tasty, but I don’t like getting gouged. We dined here in 2021 and 2022, so it’s not like we don’t notice. Restaurants are starting to tick me off. We supported them in the pandemic, gave bigger tips, etc, etc, and what do we get now? I think you know the answer. So we’re not going to be so quick to return next year….that’s too bad, but that’s life, eh? I took a look at their new French Restaurant menu and its pricing….we didn’t make a reservation there either. Get real people.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 2 April 2023 via mobile

If you you are a fan of old-school steakhouses - great food, warm, cozy interior and attentive, table-side service - you won’t be disappointed. Great choice for a special-occasion restaurant and one of the few places you can dress up and even wear a sport...jacket to on Oahu. Not a cheap date but these types of restaurants never are and the prices are not astronomical. Only knock - depending on your taste preferences- is steaks are not dry aged.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 24 March 2023

Hy's is Over-Rated! It was my 35th Wedding Anniversary, and my wife and I decided to celebrate and have dinner at Hy's Steak House. The server was an ex-car salesperson because he kept trying to upsell us during the entire service. I wanted to enjoy...my wife's company, and he would not stop coming around our table. He says he has something special just for us, an excellent cut of Wagyu Beef from the Big Island of Hawaii. So my wife thought we would give it a try. We both wanted it slightly more than medium rare, but he brought a well-done, charcoal-burned meat. Our server should have rejected the order. I could not believe it was approved and served. Where is quality control? There are many better restaurant choices on Oahu, with much better quality food.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 15 February 2023

A very good steakhouse and niece atmosphere. Sad to say it is expensive but it is a vacation - so enjoy. There are many other things to do on the islands that are as expensive but not as nice or unique. Service is very good....And food is also very good. For Honolulu is is worth the $$$ and the time. Also the last couple of times we have gone there we had walked there but the management arrange for a private car, yes still cost money, for our ride back to our hotel. I would recommend this restaurant.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 10 February 2023

We went for a birthday dinner and were pleased with the service, ambience and most important the food. I had the garlic mushroom steak and am still thinking about that sauce. It was unforgettably tasty....so good.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 24 January 2023 via mobile

Was celebrating 15 year anniversary with wife and 2 kids. Was told at the door that I needed a collar shirt (was wearing a sweater with nice pants and shoes). Was told to either go back to hotel to switch to a collared shirt or...put on a supplied shirt by the restaurant. I refused and decided to leave. People wearing cheap polo shirts with jeans were allowed to dine there. When on a vacation island with family, celebrating a special occasion , expecting some leeway with regards to dress code. I come from New York City where I have dined in some of the best fine dining restaurants in the world, and have never been rejected for attire. This restaurant has outdated regulations, and I will let everyone know how me and my family were treated on our special occasion.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 18 January 2023 via mobile

Sensational atmosphere with a beautiful space. Service was 5 star. Food was amazing. Watching the chamber where the steak was being cooked was another great experience

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 9 January 2023

High end service and top notch expierence. We were early for our reservation and rather than have us wait then put my wife and eye at a private lounge table where we enjoyed a freshly made cocktail and listened to like acoustic music, The staff...was amazing from greeting us to making recommendations. Watching the meat be cooked behind the glass was the cherry on top. Everything was amazing and was a truly special experience. I highly recommended making this a place you visit for dinner if traveling for a special occasion,More

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 4 November 2022

Went to HY’s Steak House for a nice meal in a comfortable setting. We were not disappointed. The food was good and the service was excellent. Our host Jarrell was really helpful with the menu and always made sure we had what we ordered and...it was to our liking. We had a good night.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Bob P, Other at Hy's Steak House - Waikiki, responded to this reviewResponded 5 November 2022

Hello ThomasM, I would like to tell Jerrell of your review, please tell me the reservation name and date. Thanks so much for dining with us and for the wonderful post. Bob Panter, Guest Relations

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Sorry they have a dress code, you should contact the restaurant directly for more information.
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My apologies for the late response. We took an Uber there, but saw Valet parking.
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