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Mara, Honolulu, HI

Mara

4.3
4.3
153 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Mediterranean cuisine is a way of life, one that respects the land, the people, and the way we eat. These principles are mirrored in Hawaiian culture and MARA Restaurant & Bar celebrates this connection by highlighting the historical cuisines of modern day Greece, Italy, and beyond while working in harmony with the bounty of ingredients from Hawaii’s plentiful and revered āina, from mauka to makai. Central to MARA’s culinary journey is a rotating fresh market seafood list where guests are invited to select their preferred fish and preparation inspired by the various cuisines that encompass the Mediterranean Basin. Our chef’s creativity is complemented by an elevated beverage program showcasing bespoke cocktails with in-house-made elements and a world-class wine list. Join us on this exploration and let your mind, body, and soul set sail across the Mediterranean.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Seafood, Greek
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 450-3036
  • Website
    https://www.marahonolulu.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Michael Ocampo
  • Location
    1390 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Kapiolani Blvd and Ke’eaumoku St
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 153 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Healthy

  • Oahu

    Innovative

  • Oahu

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mara excels in capturing Mediterranean flavors with "amazing food" and "phenomenal service." The ambiance is "chic and modern," enhancing the dining experience. While some dishes may be pricey, the "exceptional" menu options and attentive staff make it a must-visit. Ideal for date nights or gatherings with friends, Mara consistently impresses.

153 Reviews

  1. John

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food, amazing service, amazing ambiance with amazing people

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  2. Vicky

    VIP

    Hawaii

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was really awesome! I ordered calamari and it was fresh and crispy. It also had fried fish, peppers, and vegetables. Reminded me of a tempura fry. For main dish, I ordered the ono fish kebab lunch. It came with pita bread, rice and veggie. The fish was perfectly cooked inside BUT the char was very bitter. I also had the frozen yogurt with baklava topping for dessert, that was my favorite. Overall the service was perfect. The food was not that good.

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  3. Randy

    VIP

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Over air conditioning, too loud for us. Outstanding service. The food was generally very good. Bar not as polished as I would like.

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  4. Greg

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Mediterranean food and Mara is one of the best we’ve eaten and the staff is amazing. We’re recommending this restaurant.

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  5. Angie

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was very lack luster and expensive. The service and ambience was very pleasant.

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  6. Linda

    VIP

    Hawaii

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Trio, Brussel sprouts, eggplant, pork, chicken were outstanding, but lamb was best. Yogurt with granola topping onolicious. Service excellent

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  7. Joyce

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately the service was so poor. It was disappointing as I had experienced good service in my past visits and took 2 friends who never tried Mara before. We had to ask for service… to order our food, no offer of dessert, coffee, etc. It was certainly lacking today and not a full house.

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  8. Gina

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mara was absolutely the best restaurant on Waikiki for Mediterranean food. The service was impeccable and we were actually served by the young female bartender who I’m sorry her name is not coming to mind but she was absolutely unbelievable. She made the drinks and actually served the food and was such a delight to speak with The food was amazing from the hummus to the fillet to the scallops and lastly the yogurt dessert with the baklava. Everything was perfect highly recommend. 

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  9. Tinna

    VIP

    Toronto

    24 reviews

    2.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We went on Jan 8 for lunch and the waitress told us to show the receipt to the front to get a sticker and she didn’t say where the front was. I never keep a receipt so I didn’t have it. Why can’t she put a sticker on my valet parking ticket? Showed the ticket to the valet guy without a sticker and he was confused. The bun on my burger was badly burnt. The fish was ok. The meat on my daughter’s burger was badly burnt also. I was going to return them but my daughter asked me not to cause it will take another 20-25 min to come and we are going to watch a movie. I don’t think I will go again. What a disappointment! Kind of ruin the beginning of our Girls Day.

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  10. Sophie

    Montreal

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amzing Mediterranean Restaurant l!!! Foods was fresh, taste was well balanced and service was amazing. A must try.

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Mara is rated 4.3 stars by 153 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Google Map for Mara

1390 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Kapiolani Blvd and Ke’eaumoku St
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Seafood, Greek
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Michael Ocampo
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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