Favorite Son at the Ambassador Hotel Waikiki by Hilton Tapestry

3.8 (13)

$30 and under

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

2040 Kūhiō Ave., Honolulu, HI 96815-2101

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Favorite Son at the Ambassador Hotel Waikiki by Hilton Tapestry

3.8

$30 and under

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Waikiki

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Great for happy hour

Favorite Son is a vibrant Waikīkī gathering place where Chef Justus creates comfort classics with island flavors. Inspired by Hawaiʻi's people, traditions, and local ingredients, he offers an approachable dining experience featuring fresh, locally driven cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and genuine aloha hospitality in a relaxed indoor-outdoor setting.
Located across from the King David Kalakaua statue right where Waikīkī begins.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Breakfast, Hawaiian
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 07:00–11:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Daily 14:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–21:00
Contact
(808) 751-2495
Website
https://www.ambassadorwaikiki.com/restaurants-waikiki-hawaii/favorite-son-waikiki
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive Chef
Justus Keliehor
Catering
WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING TO CELEBRATE A SPECIAL OCCASION, A CASUAL BUSINESS EVENT, OR JUST A WHIMSICAL GOOD TIME WITH FRIENDS, WE HAVE AN EVENT EXPERIENCE TO MEET YOUR NEEDS.<br /><br />Let's Work to Plan Your Event. www.ambassadorwaikiki.com/event-venues-honolulu
Private party facilities
Get together in paradise. Settle into lush surroundings in idyllic Waikīkī and let Favorite Son help host a truly unforgettable event.Let's Work to Plan Your Event. www.ambassadorwaikiki.com/event-venues-honolulu

Location
2040 Kūhiō Ave., Honolulu, HI 96815-2101
Area
Waikiki
Cross street
Located on the corner of Namahana Street & Kuhio Ave.
Parking Details
Valet
Public transport
Steps away from bus stop #29.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Taco and Tequila Tuesday
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates available
Turn your Tuesday into a fiesta at Favorite Son. Head to the courtyard for fresh-off-the-grill street tacos featuring asada, shrimp, or fish for just $4 each, then pair them with $8 select margaritas, palomas, and tequila shots. Whether you're stopping by after work or settling in for the evening, it's the perfect way to enjoy great flavors, good company, and island vibes. Street Tacos | 4 PM - 6 PM Tequila Specials | All Day Tuesday

Offers

Happy Hour
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Join us daily from 4-6pm.

Concierge
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Roasted Spiced CarrotsUSD 14.00
Coconut Yogurt, Herbs, Chili Mac Nut Crumble, Coriander
Hawaiian Island Crudo*USD 22.00
Kona Kampachi, Lilikoi, Olive Oil, Shaved Radish & Onion, Kiawe Smoked Hawaiian Salt
Charred Shishito PeppersUSD 13.00
Yuzu Aioli, Nori
Pineapple Buffalo WingsUSD 18.00
Baked Wings, Pineapple Buffalo Sauce
Fried Garlic NoodlesUSD 17.00
Dashi Shoyu, Fried Garlic, Bonito
Favorite Son Poke*USD 24.00
Hawaiian Style Ahi Poke, Shrimp Chips
Ulu and Artichoke DipUSD 17.00
Boursin, Taro Chips

Signature Mains

Signature Garlic ShrimpUSD 38.00
Inspired by Classic North Shore Garlic Shrimp, Corn Velouté, Roasted Potatoes, Pepper Relish
Roasted Local CatchUSD 35.00
Swiss Chard, Coconut, Herb & Onion Salad, Roasted Radish. Vegetarian option substitute with Cauliflower Steak
Guava BBQ Pork RibsUSD 34.00
Kahuku Corn Esquites, Coconut Crema, Garlic Rice

Salads

Kula RomaineUSD 16.00
Avocado Puree, Furikake Ranch, Parmesan, Pickled Shallots
Local GreensUSD 16.00
Ho Farms Tomatoes, Cucumber, Lilikoi Vinaigrette, Fried Lotus Root

Waterman Rice Bowls

Teriyaki ChickenUSD 26.00
Pineapple Slaw, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Cucumber Kimchee
Hawaiian Ahi Poke*USD 29.00
Chili Aioli, Namasu, Ocean Salad. Vegetarian option substitute with Tofu Poke
Loco Moco*USD 28.00
Beef Short Rib, Garlic Rice, Japanese Curry Gravy, Sunny Up Egg

Crafted Handhelds

Local Fresh Catch Sandwich*USD 28.00
Avocado Puree, Pineapple Slaw, Tomato, Brioche, Bubu Arare
Kimchi ReubenUSD 24.00
Pastrami, White Cheddar, Kimchi, Passion Fruit Mustard, Rye
Huli Chicken SaladUSD 22.00
Sriracha Mayo, Local Greens, Tomato, Pickled Cucumbers, Brioche
Prime Rib French DipUSD 29.00
Hawaiian Salt and Herb Crust, Creamed Horseradish, Caramelized Onion, Hawaii Star Roll

Desserts

Chocolate Almond CakeUSD 14.00
Coconut Haupia Cremeux
Mango Pot de CremeUSD 12.00
Lime Granita
Il Gelato Sorbetto or GelatoUSD 10.00

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Favorite Son at the Ambassador Hotel Waikiki by Hilton Tapestry.

3.8

(13)

3.8Food
3.6Service
3.9Ambience
3.7Value

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13 Reviews

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Mariah
Anchorage / Alaska2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good service, great drinks, amazing food. I kid you not, this place has some of the best food I’ve ever had in my life. We had the taro chips & dip, the garlic shrimp, and the teriyaki chicken bowl. Huge kudos to the chef. Nice location, Island music, friendly staff - shout out to T, she was funny! Definitely give this restaurant a try.
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Kathryn Gold
Unspecified5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Favorite Son at the Ambassador Waikiki hosted an awesome culinary event on 08/28/2026 titled Grapes vs Grain. A four course menu was prepped with wine and beer being paired with each dish to see which paired better with the meal. Each pairing was thoughtfully done to ensure the flavors were really brought out to complement each dish. This was my first visit to Favorite Son but it surely won't be my last. The staff were very friendly throughout the evening and both the chef and general manager came around to thank us for coming out and participating and discussed future possible events. The hotel provides valet parking when visiting the restaurant and validates the parking as well. The event was held outdoors and it was a great breezy night. There's indoor seating and a bar as well when wanting to come visit Favorite Son. Highly enjoyed my evening and would love to go back!
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David Gold
Orange County9 reviews
3.0
Dined on 21 August 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
This is a decent restaurant, but no public bathrooms was a bit weird. Happy Hour was ok, but they were out of a couple of the drinks at 6pm. Food was good and plenty of seating.
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Lyndsay Gold
Edmonton / Northern Alberta1 review
1.0
Dined on 31 May 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We waiting over 5 minutes for someone to acknowledge us at the door. After we began ordering, we were advised of all the things they were out of.
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陽一 Gold
Tokyo Metropolitan Area10 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 April 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
BS12『ハワイに恋して』のハッピーアワー特集で見て来店しましたが、平日16:15頃はまだ空いていてゆったりと楽しむことができました。価格もリーズナブルで良かったです。
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Ashley Gold
Columbus10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food. Good service. Recommend
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Butch
Central Texas7 reviews
3.0
Dined on 21 February 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Ambience was nice; service could been better. Food was good with fair price. We got the lasagna and meat ball sub with potato chips. Lasagna was fair but meat ball sub was delish and tasty fresh potato chips. One of the best potato chips I have tasted.
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Michael
Houston2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 26 December 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The Service was horrible and food was served cold. And reception was rude and unattended
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Christy
Orange County1 review
1.0
Dined on 17 November 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Very disappointed. Food was mediocre, staff was absent and it was not busy.
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Kyle Gold
Detroit / Eastern Michigan10 reviews
4.0
Dined on 12 November 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Came for restaurant week but regular menu looked really good with solid value too. Our starters were tasty and large portions, so we were excited. However, the mains were a bit disappointing in size and flavor. It was towards the end of the night and the kitchen had gotten busy. We will give it a second chance since the service was great and it's a cute place with reasonably priced food and easy parking in Waikiki.
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Breakfast, Hawaiian
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 07:00–11:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Daily 14:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–21:00
Contact
(808) 751-2495
Website
https://www.ambassadorwaikiki.com/restaurants-waikiki-hawaii/favorite-son-waikiki
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive Chef
Justus Keliehor
Catering
WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING TO CELEBRATE A SPECIAL OCCASION, A CASUAL BUSINESS EVENT, OR JUST A WHIMSICAL GOOD TIME WITH FRIENDS, WE HAVE AN EVENT EXPERIENCE TO MEET YOUR NEEDS.<br /><br />Let's Work to Plan Your Event. www.ambassadorwaikiki.com/event-venues-honolulu
Private party facilities
Get together in paradise. Settle into lush surroundings in idyllic Waikīkī and let Favorite Son help host a truly unforgettable event.Let's Work to Plan Your Event. www.ambassadorwaikiki.com/event-venues-honolulu

Location
2040 Kūhiō Ave., Honolulu, HI 96815-2101
Area
Waikiki
Cross street
Located on the corner of Namahana Street & Kuhio Ave.
Parking Details
Valet
Public transport
Steps away from bus stop #29.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Favorite Son feels like a vibrant, welcoming Waikīkī gathering place with a relaxed indoor‑outdoor layout, a lush patio and firepits, and an intimate yet spacious vibe, guests also note pleasant live music that isn’t too loud.

Breakfast, Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am; Lunch, Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm; Dinner, Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm. Happy Hour, Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm.

Yes, Favorite Son's relaxed indoor–outdoor setting, handcrafted cocktails, and several guests' anniversary and intimate-night visits make it a lovely spot for a date night.

Resort casual is the guide, light, comfortable attire is appropriate and nothing formal is expected.

Yes, Favorite Son offers indoor‑outdoor dining, and guests enjoy outdoor seating on Kuhio Ave, including a lush patio area with firepits.

Yes, Favorite Son features handcrafted cocktails and a well-stocked bar, with guests praising cocktails like the Mai Tai and noting local beers on tap.

Favorite Son is especially fun during its daily happy hour, stop by around 4:00–6:00 pm for well-priced drinks and bites and the lively bartenders who make the visit memorable.

Favorite Son offers a relaxed indoor-outdoor setup, cozy indoor seating plus a lush outdoor patio, and there’s also a small bar inside for drinks and casual seating.

Yes, Favorite Son runs a daily happy hour from 4:00–6:00 pm, and guests also note the restaurant runs special offerings around holiday occasions like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s.

Yes, families visit regularly and guests note kid-friendly breakfast options, such as a child’s Bacon Egg & Cheese, making Favorite Son an easy spot for parents and kids.

Some guests have visited with dogs, one reviewer mentioned staying at the attached hotel with their golden retriever and calling Favorite Son a highlight of their stay, suggesting a welcoming attitude toward canine companions.

Favorite Son can get crowded during peak visits, several guests note the place "can get crowded", while other visitors describe the environment as quiet and relaxed at times.

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Favorite Son at the Ambassador Hotel Waikiki by Hilton Tapestry

3.8

$30 and under

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Waikiki

Make a booking

2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Favorite Son at the Ambassador Hotel Waikiki by Hilton Tapestry

Make a booking

Favorite Son at the Ambassador Hotel Waikiki by Hilton Tapestry

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Taco and Tequila Tuesday

Happy Hour

Shareables/Pūpūs

Roasted Spiced CarrotsUSD 14.00

Hawaiian Island Crudo*USD 22.00

Charred Shishito PeppersUSD 13.00

Pineapple Buffalo WingsUSD 18.00

Fried Garlic NoodlesUSD 17.00

Favorite Son Poke*USD 24.00

Ulu and Artichoke DipUSD 17.00

Signature Mains

Signature Garlic ShrimpUSD 38.00

Roasted Local CatchUSD 35.00

Guava BBQ Pork RibsUSD 34.00

Salads

Kula RomaineUSD 16.00

Local GreensUSD 16.00

Waterman Rice Bowls

Teriyaki ChickenUSD 26.00

Hawaiian Ahi Poke*USD 29.00

Loco Moco*USD 28.00

Crafted Handhelds

Local Fresh Catch Sandwich*USD 28.00

Kimchi ReubenUSD 24.00

Huli Chicken SaladUSD 22.00

Prime Rib French DipUSD 29.00

Desserts

Chocolate Almond CakeUSD 14.00

Mango Pot de CremeUSD 12.00

Il Gelato Sorbetto or GelatoUSD 10.00

Dining areas

Additional information

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