Went for happy hour. Be aware that it's very hot up there unless you get shaded seating oysters ok chef choice good price at 36 per dozen . Chicken wings were the best and poke small serving was just ok .. 5 Modelo and good wine 9 bucks .. Great views of the city and ocean ...
Lara
The spicy ahi nachos are recommended! The spicy mangorita and old fashioned cocktails were excellent. Anastacia was a great server, she changed my chair when it was wobbly and allowed us to move to a new table with a better view after. Mahalo!
Alyson
I was really looking forward to visiting Waikiki Sky Bar, but unfortunately, our experience was extremely disappointing. We arrived 10 minutes early for a reservation we made a month in advance, specifically requesting a table near the view. From the start, the treatment from the host was dismissive, offering only a back “supbar” table or telling us we'd have to wait an hour for another spot. We were seated at a table with wet seats, which was unpleasant. The only positive interaction was with a waitress who offered some assistance, lallowed to move to a better spot near the view, despite empty seats being available (???). Our drinks were also disappointing, my champagne arrived flat and tasteless, served in a martini glass, for $24. Hoping to salvage the evening, we ordered food to enjoy the view, but the quality was HORRIBLE. The sushi appeared old and tasted off, the salmon even looked green. Unfortunately, this led to me feeling unwell about an hour later. Overall, the combination of poor service, inattentive staff, and subpar food made this experience very frustrating. The views might be nice, but there are plenty of other bars in Waikiki with great views, better service, and fresh food. I would not recommend Waikiki Sky Bar.
Kate
Overall, the venue is beautiful. The view is immaculate, you can't deny it. The only issue was the service. Our server started off strong and friendly, but then towards the end we felt ignored for no reason. We were left without drinks for 20 minutes after we ordered another round, and saw multiple people who ordered after us receive theirs first. Whatever it's not the biggest deal, but come on. Go during happy hour 4-5. Those are the best deals!
Michael
Very attentive waitstaff and very good quality food. Happy "hour" is literally just one hour and could be made longer. Sun was quite hot and appreciated the awnings. Might work to have better or more coverage or even a more permanent solution to block the late afternoon sun especially for those who want to get in before sunset.
Lemon
Amazing service, food came out timely, amazing view and perfect open space to take photos. Live music, nice lighting and ambience.
Cookie Barrow
Charged a $20 cover. Couldn’t even go out on the rooftop. Bathroom attendant asked for a tip. Then this man outside wouldn’t let me sit outside on the bench after i paid $20 cover. “You aren’t allowed to sit in the hallway”. Pls don’t give this business your money.
Maggie
The place is perfect for sunset viewing with a live singer. seating supposed ok to be occupied for 2 hours, we are 3 people spent $191 for only about 1 hour, the Waitress kept coming ask you to order more dishes or ask you to check out every 10 minutes, it's kind of uncomfortable.
Martha
Worst service! We walked out after 30min of no service. Not even water! Wait staff rude. We didn't even get to order anything so I can't speak to the food. The skyline was beautiful though. Not even a cocktail! Waste of time!!
Nelsie
The only thing we enjoyed about SKY Waikiki was the view. There were no beers or cocktails available and the charcuterie platter was disappointing for $40. Our server didn't have any personality, she tried to pick up our plates while we were still eating. All of which made the experience less enjoyable.
Very upset and disappointed. Had a reservation for 6:45, we waited 2 hours to get seated. They did offer a free desert for the inconvenience but still service was poor. Food is delicious.
Doug
Just a wonderful experience. Spot on to what we had hopped for. Lily was amazing, was a terrific guide thru the menu, never rushed us, and the right timing on all things.
Scott
All in all it was good, if we payed attention we would have realized the rotating restaurant closed in 2020. Service was great. And the food was nicely prepared and tasty.
Linda
Incredibly disrespectful hostess, we had reservations and sat down already, but she comes over to us 5 minutes later asking us to get up because there was another reservation that “requested” ocean view seating, insinuating that the other customers were more important because they were “regulars”. She did not offer us new seating either, so we left. The communication and reservation system is terrible. Don't waste your time here!
sonny
Great hostess. Very much attentive and sat the group right away. Waiter excellent service and very polite. Recommend this location.
Went for happy hour. Be aware that it's very hot up there unless you get shaded seating oysters ok chef choice good price at 36 per dozen . Chicken wings were the best and poke small serving was just ok .. 5 Modelo and good wine 9 bucks .. Great views of the city and ocean ...
The spicy ahi nachos are recommended! The spicy mangorita and old fashioned cocktails were excellent. Anastacia was a great server, she changed my chair when it was wobbly and allowed us to move to a new table with a better view after. Mahalo!
I was really looking forward to visiting Waikiki Sky Bar, but unfortunately, our experience was extremely disappointing. We arrived 10 minutes early for a reservation we made a month in advance, specifically requesting a table near the view. From the start, the treatment from the host was dismissive, offering only a back “supbar” table or telling us we'd have to wait an hour for another spot. We were seated at a table with wet seats, which was unpleasant. The only positive interaction was with a waitress who offered some assistance, lallowed to move to a better spot near the view, despite empty seats being available (???). Our drinks were also disappointing, my champagne arrived flat and tasteless, served in a martini glass, for $24. Hoping to salvage the evening, we ordered food to enjoy the view, but the quality was HORRIBLE. The sushi appeared old and tasted off, the salmon even looked green. Unfortunately, this led to me feeling unwell about an hour later. Overall, the combination of poor service, inattentive staff, and subpar food made this experience very frustrating. The views might be nice, but there are plenty of other bars in Waikiki with great views, better service, and fresh food. I would not recommend Waikiki Sky Bar.
Overall, the venue is beautiful. The view is immaculate, you can't deny it. The only issue was the service. Our server started off strong and friendly, but then towards the end we felt ignored for no reason. We were left without drinks for 20 minutes after we ordered another round, and saw multiple people who ordered after us receive theirs first. Whatever it's not the biggest deal, but come on. Go during happy hour 4-5. Those are the best deals!
Very attentive waitstaff and very good quality food. Happy "hour" is literally just one hour and could be made longer. Sun was quite hot and appreciated the awnings. Might work to have better or more coverage or even a more permanent solution to block the late afternoon sun especially for those who want to get in before sunset.
Amazing service, food came out timely, amazing view and perfect open space to take photos. Live music, nice lighting and ambience.
Charged a $20 cover. Couldn’t even go out on the rooftop. Bathroom attendant asked for a tip. Then this man outside wouldn’t let me sit outside on the bench after i paid $20 cover. “You aren’t allowed to sit in the hallway”. Pls don’t give this business your money.
The place is perfect for sunset viewing with a live singer. seating supposed ok to be occupied for 2 hours, we are 3 people spent $191 for only about 1 hour, the Waitress kept coming ask you to order more dishes or ask you to check out every 10 minutes, it's kind of uncomfortable.
Worst service! We walked out after 30min of no service. Not even water! Wait staff rude. We didn't even get to order anything so I can't speak to the food. The skyline was beautiful though. Not even a cocktail! Waste of time!!
The only thing we enjoyed about SKY Waikiki was the view. There were no beers or cocktails available and the charcuterie platter was disappointing for $40. Our server didn't have any personality, she tried to pick up our plates while we were still eating. All of which made the experience less enjoyable.
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Very upset and disappointed. Had a reservation for 6:45, we waited 2 hours to get seated. They did offer a free desert for the inconvenience but still service was poor. Food is delicious.
Just a wonderful experience. Spot on to what we had hopped for. Lily was amazing, was a terrific guide thru the menu, never rushed us, and the right timing on all things.
All in all it was good, if we payed attention we would have realized the rotating restaurant closed in 2020. Service was great. And the food was nicely prepared and tasty.
Incredibly disrespectful hostess, we had reservations and sat down already, but she comes over to us 5 minutes later asking us to get up because there was another reservation that “requested” ocean view seating, insinuating that the other customers were more important because they were “regulars”. She did not offer us new seating either, so we left. The communication and reservation system is terrible. Don't waste your time here!
Great hostess. Very much attentive and sat the group right away. Waiter excellent service and very polite. Recommend this location.
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