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Mara, Honolulu, HI

Mara

4.3
4.3
159 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00

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Booked 45 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (808) 450-3036
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Michael Ocampo
  • Area
    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

What 159 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

NoiseModerate

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.
159 Reviews
  1. Paul

    VIP

    Denver

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    just had apps,/mezze the trio of hummus tzatziki and burrata was excellent. maybe toning down the pop music would be better.

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  2. Naomi

    VIP

    Hawaii

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lunch menu was simple; my shrimp kebob was very good. I just wished i had a bit of hummus to go with my pita.

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  3. Hana

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We liked the food and the ambiance, service was good , we want to try Dinner next time

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  4. Lowell

    VIP

    Hawaii

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Have been several times and the food wasn’t nearly as good as I remember it. The hummus was bland, the lamb was dry likely because it was cut into tiny little pieces, and the linguine sauce was sour. The desserts were OK but nothing to go back for. Even the service wasn’t up to the standard that I’d previously experienced. And then the minimum tip is 20%, which is OK if you’ve had excellent service and food, but in this case it added insult to injury. Too bad because this was a good restaurant when it opened.

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  5. celine

    Hawaii

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good but the hostess looked down at her iPad the whole time and was very city. The manager kept interrupting the staff member who was trying to lead us to the hostess stand since we were in the wrong area. The food was delicious but our waitress who was very attentive forgot to put in our order for calamari and the food took a long time to come. We were there for 2 hours total due to the food taking so long.

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  6. Amy

    VIP

    Seattle

    59 reviews

    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent fare - and with new management, the level of excellence will only grow! Loved this experience with wonderful flavors and local ingredients.

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  7. John

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 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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  8. Vicky

    VIP

    Hawaii

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 20 January 2025

    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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  9. Randy

    VIP

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 20 January 2025

    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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  10. Greg

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    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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Mara is rated 4.3 stars by 159 OpenTable diners.

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19:00

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1390 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Kapiolani Blvd and Ke’eaumoku St
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • 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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