Excellent drinks, flavors & atmosphere. Loved the sauce with the sweet potato fries. Daniel was a great server- thanks for the hospitality!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
katori
We LOVE Hula’s!! As Tiki Tuesday regulars now, we always come back for the great service (shout out to Dan especially! He is always so warm and friendly and makes great recommendations for specials and favorites!), fun and cozy atmosphere, and excellent food and drinks. I have never had a bad experience in all the times of coming here, and I always recommend the Godzilla tots and a Dr. Funk to all that come to Monterey. I also really appreciate the vegan options that they have as it can be difficult to accommodate my dietary needs with my friends and family who aren’t always also vegetarian or vegan. Thank you Hula’s team!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
RCGC
Total cool dig. Good is full of flava!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs, Duke's Luau Pork Plate
tyrone watson
Plenty of food! Quick with the orders.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Edamame
James Gregory
We loved their unique blend of Hawaiian and Jamaican cuisines. I had the jerk chicken and my wife had the pulled pork. Both were delicious. They accommodated my wife’s dairy allergy as well as my plantain allergy. Friendly staff and great vibes.
Nice tiki bar with good drinks and good food, plus all day happy hour on Tuesdays makes it a great place to stop after the aquarium. Make sure to wear your Hawaiian shirt to blend in with the regulars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ahi
Anthony Biecheler
The food was good, but the bartender with the beard with unfriendly enough that it was awkward for our family. He was rude and short with us while we waited for a table.The host was amazing, figuring out how to get us into a table with only a 10min wait instead of a 45min wait, and our server (Carrie) was awesome, friendly, and attentive.The spicy edamame was an awesome appetizer and I’d recommend anyone get it. It was so unique. Very spicy. Very flavorful. Carrie said it is marinated for 24 hours and then (I think) fire roasted. The arugula salad with blacked tofu and mango chicken Cesar salads were great too.Lots of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options!Vegetarian options: Tons of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Edamame
Mike Elliott
Only one star lost here but its for the French Fries. We have ordered the burger and fries many many times. Each time we ask for crispy crispy fires and made a point when placing our order. 90% of the time the fries a limp and soggy. I really wish Hulas would train their frier how to make fries.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hula Pie, Sandwich
Esmeralda Sucilla
A true hawian would be disappointed no flavor/seasonings the only reason it’s in business it’s next to shore and aesthics don’t be fooled save your money and time wait time was 45min+
Our server was absolutely rude. Was very uncomfortable for our families to have an early dinner there as if she did not want us to be there. The restaurant was also pretty empty when we were being served and she hardly came to check up on us. A lot of attitude when taking our order as we were very nice to her, knowing that she was very rude and perhaps she was having a bad day. Or they act like that because they know they’re already getting an automatic 20% tip which we don’t have control over as customers. Definitely will not be coming back again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
Chelsea Marcantonio
Amazing vegan tacos!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
gjh 14030
If you are in the monterey area and love all things Tiki, then you need to stop by Hula's Island Grill, you won't regret it. ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amy Howard
My husband and I love this place! We came twice while he was in town visiting me on my travel contract, and I’ve been once alone and plan to go again! The ceviche is soooo gooood. We’ve got it every time. He got the calamari both times. I liked it the first time, but the second it wasn’t crispy enough for me, but it’s also not my favorite dish so keep that in mind. He still loved it! He got the Kingston Crab Currie both times and we both thought it was amazing. I got the teriyaki ribs and they were really good! I got the Ahi Tuna Caesar the second time which was great, and the third time I got the colossal crab cake. It wasn’t the best I’ve ever had but it was still good enough for me to order again. I loved the sauces it came with! What I love the most about this place is the Blood Orange Martini! ? I never truly enjoy the taste of alcohol very much, but this drink is delicious! Going during happy hour is definitely worth it. I’ll probably go back tonight ?
In the top ! Extraordinary atmosphere and cuisine
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent drinks, flavors & atmosphere. Loved the sauce with the sweet potato fries. Daniel was a great server- thanks for the hospitality!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We LOVE Hula’s!! As Tiki Tuesday regulars now, we always come back for the great service (shout out to Dan especially! He is always so warm and friendly and makes great recommendations for specials and favorites!), fun and cozy atmosphere, and excellent food and drinks. I have never had a bad experience in all the times of coming here, and I always recommend the Godzilla tots and a Dr. Funk to all that come to Monterey. I also really appreciate the vegan options that they have as it can be difficult to accommodate my dietary needs with my friends and family who aren’t always also vegetarian or vegan. Thank you Hula’s team!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Total cool dig. Good is full of flava!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs, Duke's Luau Pork Plate
Plenty of food! Quick with the orders.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Edamame
We loved their unique blend of Hawaiian and Jamaican cuisines. I had the jerk chicken and my wife had the pulled pork. Both were delicious. They accommodated my wife’s dairy allergy as well as my plantain allergy. Friendly staff and great vibes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Duke's Luau Pork Plate, Jawaiian Jerk Pork Plate
Nice tiki bar with good drinks and good food, plus all day happy hour on Tuesdays makes it a great place to stop after the aquarium. Make sure to wear your Hawaiian shirt to blend in with the regulars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ahi
The food was good, but the bartender with the beard with unfriendly enough that it was awkward for our family. He was rude and short with us while we waited for a table.The host was amazing, figuring out how to get us into a table with only a 10min wait instead of a 45min wait, and our server (Carrie) was awesome, friendly, and attentive.The spicy edamame was an awesome appetizer and I’d recommend anyone get it. It was so unique. Very spicy. Very flavorful. Carrie said it is marinated for 24 hours and then (I think) fire roasted. The arugula salad with blacked tofu and mango chicken Cesar salads were great too.Lots of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options!Vegetarian options: Tons of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Edamame
Only one star lost here but its for the French Fries. We have ordered the burger and fries many many times. Each time we ask for crispy crispy fires and made a point when placing our order. 90% of the time the fries a limp and soggy. I really wish Hulas would train their frier how to make fries.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hula Pie, Sandwich
A true hawian would be disappointed no flavor/seasonings the only reason it’s in business it’s next to shore and aesthics don’t be fooled save your money and time wait time was 45min+
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
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Our server was absolutely rude. Was very uncomfortable for our families to have an early dinner there as if she did not want us to be there. The restaurant was also pretty empty when we were being served and she hardly came to check up on us. A lot of attitude when taking our order as we were very nice to her, knowing that she was very rude and perhaps she was having a bad day. Or they act like that because they know they’re already getting an automatic 20% tip which we don’t have control over as customers. Definitely will not be coming back again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
Amazing vegan tacos!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you are in the monterey area and love all things Tiki, then you need to stop by Hula's Island Grill, you won't regret it. ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My husband and I love this place! We came twice while he was in town visiting me on my travel contract, and I’ve been once alone and plan to go again! The ceviche is soooo gooood. We’ve got it every time. He got the calamari both times. I liked it the first time, but the second it wasn’t crispy enough for me, but it’s also not my favorite dish so keep that in mind. He still loved it! He got the Kingston Crab Currie both times and we both thought it was amazing. I got the teriyaki ribs and they were really good! I got the Ahi Tuna Caesar the second time which was great, and the third time I got the colossal crab cake. It wasn’t the best I’ve ever had but it was still good enough for me to order again. I loved the sauces it came with! What I love the most about this place is the Blood Orange Martini! ? I never truly enjoy the taste of alcohol very much, but this drink is delicious! Going during happy hour is definitely worth it. I’ll probably go back tonight ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kingston Crab Curry, Kalbi Ribs
Excellent food and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lilikoi Pie, Duke's Luau Pork Plate