Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap

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3744 Capitola Rd
Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap brings authentic island style street food from Maui to Santa Cruz, California. Founded by Braddah Timmy, the restaurant offers a taste of paradise with its 'ono menu.

Guests can immerse themselves in the tropical atmosphere while enjoying live sports parties on 7 big screens featuring Bay Area college and pro teams, including the Santa Cruz Warriors. The full island style bar serves craft beers, tropical cocktails, and classic drinks for a refreshing experience.

Experience the true spirit of Aloha on Aloha Fridays with live performances by Hawaiian musicians. From karaoke nights to sing-alongs and reggae music, Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap provides a lively entertainment scene for all to enjoy.

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Tito A.
11/16/2025

Hidden gem for Happy Hour on WED Live music (only on WED) with a family friendly staff Enjoy stopping for a pint

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Gabbie S.
11/3/2025

Oh my goodness this place is amazing. I got the creamy wasabi poke and a side of Mac salad and my husband got the chicken katsu. Huge portions but great flavor! Thick chicken filet for the...

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Bay M.
10/18/2025

Great spot for Hawaiian food in Santa Cruz. Private parking lot, huge dining room. Awesome menu. Tons of draft beers on tap. Full sports bar with TVs. Spam musubi with a good ratio of rice to...

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Lee D.
7/30/2025

Copy and pasted from the internet: "In Hawaiian, "pono" broadly means goodness, uprightness, morality, righteousness, and balance. " Quality/Quantity - My wife was craving Asian food, so we...

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Amy F.
8/6/2025

Came by on a Wednesday afternoon for lunch. It wasn't busy but still a good amount of customers coming through. The inside is very on theme with the Hawaiian vibe. Cute murals, nice bar, ample...

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