Mugen
$$$$ • Fine Dining, American, French
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2452 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu
(808) 377-2247
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Hours
Monday | 7 - 10AM |
Tuesday | 7 - 10AM 5:30 - 8:30PM |
Wednesday | 5:30 - 8:30PM 7 - 10AM |
Thursday | 5:30 - 8:30PM 7 - 10AM |
Friday | 7 - 10AM 5:30 - 8:30PM |
Saturday | 1 - 3PM 7 - 10AM 5:30 - 8:30PM |
Sunday | 7 - 10AM |
Mugen offers an extraordinary dining experience, highlighted by outstanding service and exceptional food. The wine director's vast knowledge and impressive selection of wines are notable, though the list of wines by the glass is modest. The attentive and respectful waitstaff, along with friendly management, create a welcoming atmosphere. The menu features a thoughtful journey of Hawaiian flavors, including dishes like Kampachi, scallops, lobster risotto, wagyu, and a highly praised Japanese breakfast that has been described as fresh and tasty. Each course is served on a different plate from a different prefecture of Japan, each one beautiful and fascinating. The attention to detail in food presentation is impeccable, with remarkable combinations of local flavors and artistically presented homegrown vegetables. The overall experience, food, service, presentation, and pacing are curated to perfection, though the wagyu may occasionally have a tendon. The atmosphere is inviting, though some guests may find phone conversations distracting. Mugen is a small, intimate restaurant that stands out as a top choice for celebrating life—pop a bottle and indulge.