Sarah J.
11/17/2025
The food was delicious! We sat outside and it was great. I got the chicken teriyaki and it was so good- crispy and fresh. The service was amazing they were on top of it.
Pono Hawaiian Grill
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120 Union St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Pono Hawaiian Grill in Santa Cruz, California, offers an authentic taste of island-style street food inspired by the home island of Maui. With a diverse menu featuring fresh Teriyaki and Poke Bowls, along with a full island-style bar, the grill provides a lively atmosphere perfect for enjoying flavorful dishes and catching live sports events.
In addition to its delicious offerings, Pono Hawaiian Grill also hosts Aloha Fridays with live Hawaiian music, karaoke, and reggae, creating a vibrant community hub. Guests can enjoy their meals on-site, order online for delivery or pickup, or choose catering options for private events, all served with a warm and welcoming aloha spirit.
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Eve K.
11/11/2025
Hawaiian fare with chill atmosphere. 4.5 stars Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4.5 Cost to worth it rating: 4 (full meal for $80 for 3 people and 2 cocktails) Highlights: - Poke: lots of...
Kim T.
10/19/2025
I haven't been here in years. Happy to see that the ambiance and staff were as great as I remember. The staff great you warmly when you enter. You order at the front then find a table. They also...
Marc W.
10/14/2025
The food here really wasn't bad. The short ribs were fine, the burger was good and the poke was okay. The portions were pretty big, so that's a plus. You walk up to the counter to order and...
maya e.
11/16/2025
The chicken katsu in the plate is soooo thin it's insane. i have never seen chicken so thin. i wouldn't get this again and the chicken is quite tough and takes awhile to chew. macaroni salad was okay
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