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La Mer at Halekulani Reviews List

La Mer at Halekulani

La Mer is far more than a restaurant, it’s a degustation destination. Celebrated as Halekulani’s finest and Hawaii's longest, consecutively ranked AAA Five Diamond Restaurant, this consummate dining experience is unmatched. The internationally acclaimed menu features Neoclassic French cuisine expertly crafted and served amid majestic and romantic ocean views of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head. Indigenous ingredients are uniquely blended in masterful dishes inspired by flavors from the south of France to produce an unsurpassed dining experience. An award-winning wine list is available to complement the perfect dining experience. Jacket or long sleeve dress shirt, slacks and dress shoes are required for men. As an elegant fine dining restaurant, La Mer restricts patrons to adults and children 8 years or older.
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73 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.6 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5
(73 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 73 reviews
5 stars
(56)
4 stars
(10)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.8 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.8 / 5
Ambiance 
4.8 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.8 / 5
Noise Level
1.3 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(62)
  • romantic(61)
  • scenic view(56)
  • fit for foodies(42)
  • notable wine list(40)
  • great for outdoor dining(7)
La Mer at Halekulani Reviews List
Review 1 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great ambience. Celebrated Mother's Day. We were seated in a private room. Beautiful setting, lots of privacy, friendly and professional service, good food. Felt special. Very enjoyable. Everyone had a great time."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 2 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Over the Top

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/06/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"La Mer is not for everyone. It is very high end, I.e., expensive, and their dress code is nothing short of ridiculous given the Hawaii seaside location. Granted, I guess you want to eliminate the bathing suits and bare feet, but the prices should do that with no problem. The food was excellent quality, although portions were tiny as is common in this type of high end restaurant. My dining companion found her food too salty to eat, but she is very sensitive to salt. The sauces used on the entrees were very rich and almost overwhelming. I would recommend the chef tone it down a bit and let the favors of the food come through rather than drown them in the sauce.
All in all, not our favorite outing in Honolulu.
"
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Our recent dining experience at La Mer was spectacular Nothing could have been improved. Especially the service which was appropriately attentive, friendly, helpful and enjoyable. Definitely added to the enjoyment of the evening."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 4 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

LaMer is a classic restaurant.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"LaMer is a classic restaurant. They treat you as if you've been there 100 times, even if its your first time. Exquisite food, amazing wine list and finished off by the incredible scenic views of the ocean. It's a wonderful special occasion restaurant. Please don't go if you like copious amounts of food. Each course is carefully prepared so that your overall eating experience is perfectly satisfied."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 5 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Truly Romantic

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My wife and I were celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary and the staff at Le Mer could not have been nicer. The food was excellent, the ambiance was amazing and the staff was attentive, we could not have asked for more."
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Way over expectations

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My wife and I had a wonderful evening. The food and wines were so delicious, and the service team were all very kind with many many heart warming moments!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a wonderful experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a wonderful experience celebrating my husband's birthday. We could enjoy the sounds of live entertainment from the other restaurant while appreciating the scenic Diamond Head view. Food was savory and delightfully French. We plan to celebrated my husband's birthday here every year!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Anniversary Dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Gorgeous restaurant right on the beach, we had a seat facing out towards the ocean and it was breath taking, hearing the waves, feeling the breeze and receiving probably some of the best food I've EVER eat (and I'm vegetarian so that was a pleasant surprise) and by far the best service I've ever received in a restaurant... and I've eaten in LA, NY and Chicago at premier places but this takes the cake!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 9 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The service was good, but

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The service was good, but I did not like waiting to be seated at the entrance since we had the reservation. The hostess should have prepared for the arrival of the guests. The food was good, but the steamed seabass was disappointing.."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 10 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service is beyond reproach

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service is beyond reproach but food is on the pretentious side."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 11 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Exceptional in every way

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I have had the pleasure of dining at La Mer a dozen times over the years and I rank it as one of the great restaurants in the world. Service is unobtrusive but done perfectly. The food arrives perfectly prepared and beautifully plated. The restaurant it self is tastefully appointed and the ambience is just perfect. It is expensive but is definitely worth the price."
Dined on 04/01/2013
 2007
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 12 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Spectacular in every way

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Spectacular in every way: the view, the service, the food. Do not miss the Hawaiian vanilla souffle. It was the best dessert souffle we've ever had anywhere."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 13 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The quality of the food is

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The quality of the food is best described as tasteless and the quantity as scant. I would never return to eat there nor would I recommend it to anyone."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 14 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 15 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good food,classy atmosphere,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Good food,classy atmosphere, but if you are not a hotel guest, you are treated as an afterthought. Snobbyfront desk."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2004
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 16 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Unforgetful

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This is a meal that my wife and I will never forget. Great for any special occasion."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 17 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great ambiance, excellent

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great ambiance, excellent foods & impeccable service!
You should get at least Michelin 2 stars!
I would not hesitate to recommend your restaurant to any friends of mine who want to have memorable dining experience in elegance.
Thank you for great foods and services.
Kun I. Lee, MD
from Cincinnati, Ohio
and my brother from Seoul, Korea
"
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 18 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Loved the experience and the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Loved the experience and the service was incredible....would retunr next time im in Hawaii"
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 19 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Best

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Service is unmatched and the setting can not be beat. La Mer will always be the my favorite restaurant for special occasions."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 20 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

:(

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were so looking forward to going to our once favorite restaurant that last year was closed
do to renovations of Orchid's on the same property. Unfortunately we were greatly disappointed.
We expected it to be pricey, but also good which it wasn't. Overcooked, over sauced food.
Which is too bad because we went back to our room and canceled our reservations for October.
However, the service is beyond compare. You will never find better.
"
Dined on 03/05/2013
 2011
Special Features: romantic, scenic view
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Review 21 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Second time here. Both for

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Second time here. Both for pre-birthdays. My wife and I had two jobs before moving from NYC to Kaneohe, Hawaii We were elementary school teachers and also wine educators. We taught wine courses to the public as well as the industry. Therefore we were highly involved with the food industry. We loved going to the new and in restaurants. Oahu has some amazing new boutique type restaurants like Prima, Town, Salt, Hiroshi and of course Sidestreet Inn on Da Strip . Each is unique into its own. Le Mer is in another world. Being that we usually spend over a month or more traveling in France we can easily put Le Mer into the category of "a 2 star Michelin Restaurant. Go see forb yourself n"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 22 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My husband and I had a wonderful

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My husband and I had a wonderful evening at La Mer, our service was top notch, the decor and the ambiance was second to none.... maybe could have had a slightly bigger portion of food... but the food was very good indeed. I would highly recommend this restaurant to others, for a special celebration...."
Dined on 02/28/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 23 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have dined at many of Honolulu's

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We have dined at many of Honolulu's best restaurants; our experience at La Mer surpassed them all. The food is beautifully presented and absolutely delicious - i had the best halibut entree ever. I do not normally order desert but, since the meals are ordered in pre fixe style, a choice was required. The vanilla soufflé was truly delicious - made to order and hot from the oven. A perfect end to a perfect dining experience. Our next visit to the islands will most definitely include dinner here."
Dined on 02/24/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 24 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Decline in quality of ingredients

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My wife & I dined at La Mer back in February 2011. After that experience, we thought La Mer was the best restaurant on the island. However, we've returned to La Mer for our anniversary back on February 2013 and noticed that the quality of their food dramatically went down hill. This prompted us to ask our server whether there was a new chef since 2011--we found out that our chef back in 2011 has left since this past summer. Although the presentation of this new chef's dishes were beautiful, again, my wife and I noticed a diminished level in the quality of the ingredients. That being said, it's still a beautiful location for dining and the service was outstanding. There's also a limit on how much cheese one may sample--not like before."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: romantic, scenic view
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Review 25 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Overpriced

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The view through open, floor to ceiling windows is splendid. The service was excellent, very knowledgeable and professional. The food, while good, was nothing memorable and certainly overpriced, even by Honolulu standards. This is a beautiful facility. It's just not worth paying $400 for a dinner for two, that would cost less than $200, on the mainland. It's a good restaurant, just not worth the money."
Dined on 02/12/2013
 2010
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 26 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Well worth the price, lives

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Well worth the price, lives up to however many stars they are giving it now."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
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Review 27 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

I don't mind that it was a

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I don't mind that it was a very expensive restaurant, but I do not prefer prefixed menus. If I am going to pay those kind of prices, I like to choose what I am going to eat. I was a little disappointed when we arrived to the restaurant, to find out that there was a more formal dress code (in Hawaii!?!?!), & then a prefixed menu! If I had known those things, I would never had chosen it."
Dined on 02/11/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 28 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A rare quiet experience in Waikiki.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This is for foodies who want the fine dining experience of NYC without the hassle."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 29 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Le Mer

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food too salty in general, and too much use of flowers in meal preparation . . . . Staff kept asking our room# at the hotel even though we said we are not staying in their hotel !"
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2008
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Review 30 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It was my birthday and visiting

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was my birthday and visiting family on the island. Wanted somewhere exquisite and special - La Mer meet all expectations. Staff was awesome-professional, special attention to details, great demeanor. Food amazing- unique, full of island flavor, superb freshness."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Once in a Blue Moon Dining

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"One of the best dining experiences that I have ever had. Everything was perfect, the food, the wine and the service all came together to make a memorable evening at La Mer."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 32 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Imagine a gentle onshore breeze

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Imagine a gentle onshore breeze and a open view of the evening surf as you have dinner. Short of a storm that's what you get at La Mer. Excellent food and an excellent wine list and attentive but not stifling service as well. We will be back."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 33 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Second time around ... still

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Second time around ... still great ... will return"
Dined on 01/29/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 34 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Overall B

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
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"Very good food, but no Wow-factor…well excluding the prices. I believe they would have more return customers if they lowered their prices. My wife and I started with a couple of $18 each Pimm's cocktails, which I can say were better than the Pimm's we had in London, then shared a 3-Course and 4-Course with a ’95 Bordeaux and spent over $700. Good thing 20 year anniversaries come only once a lifetime. Fantastic service....not hard when the place is only half-full."
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2009
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 35 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My wife and I were celebrating

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"My wife and I were celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary and this was our dress up night out for dinner. First of all, we were seated next to a window overlooking part of the beach, very romantic. We had at least 4 different people wait on us. If you are a wine enthusiast, they have a very large wine list with a very knowledgeable member of their staff to explain them all to you. The dinner was delicious. I will certainly go back again.
Guys, if you are needing a place to propose to that special someone, I would recommend this place."
Dined on 12/29/2012
 2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 36 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Romantic / great view / Excellent

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"Unbelievable experience and attentive and great Staff, excellent food, and ambiance second to none. High priced menu, but worth it if it is for a Romantic / special occasion. Those looking to impress, this is the place."
Dined on 01/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 37 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of the finest restaurants

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"One of the finest restaurants in the world. Tremendous, professional staff makes you most welcome and comfortable. Food is phenomenal. Entire presentation first rate."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 38 for La Mer at Halekulani
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect for our anniversary. We

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"Perfect for our anniversary.
We both had the lobster, which was fine but slightly less than
perfect because sauce wasn't up to our buttery expectations , but everything else was 5-star.
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Dined on 01/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Ratings-Only Reviews for La Mer at Halekulani
Based on the average of (35) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.8 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.8 / 5
Food 
4.6 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5
Service 
4.8 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.8 / 5
Ambiance 
4.8 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.8 / 5
Noise Level
1.3 / 3
Moderate