Brunch at Deck. Waikiki

Tokyo Style Pancakes

My friends and I met up for a casual breakfast in Waikiki. The plan was to meet at Hawaiian Aroma Cafe at Waikiki Walls so I parked at the Zoo and walked over. I enjoyed my large drip coffee as I waited for my friends to arrive. We ultimately decided to enjoy the open air view at Deck. Waikiki so we walked over. When we arrived, it was pretty busy on a early Sunday morning as they were also hosting a private event, but service was friendly and we were seated quickly.

My friend and I shared the Tokyo Style Pancakes and Avocado Toast while another friend ordered the Paniolo Loco Moco. The pancakes are fluffy, ricotta-souffle pancakes that are made to order so be aware it will take a minimum of 15 minutes to arrive. Our meals were delicious and I really enjoyed the pancakes. We had a great dining experience and I think it was partly due because we beat the lunch crowd so I advise to dine before brunch for a more relaxing experience.

Avocado Toast

Paniolo Loco Moco

Deck. Waikiki

Third floor of Queen Kapiolani Hotel

150 Kapahulu Ave

Honolulu, Hawaii 96815

   

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DECK Introduces New Dessert Cocktails and Brunch Items

Hawaii Mom Blog was invited to try new cocktails and brunch items at DECK. With its open air seating, live music, and unbeatable views of Diamond Head, DECK. is a great place for brunch.

DECK. features handcrafted cocktails on their drink menu and has recently introduced two new dessert cocktails.  

The S’MORES-CHATA is made with raisin infused ginger rum, horchata mix, chocolate graham cracker rim and a lit flamin’ marshmallow! 

The DECKHAND is made with local coffee and banana infused rum; house made dark brown sugar syrup; Kailua coffee liquor, and whole egg.

You can always get the very pretty signature cocktail by Jessica Newalu, the STAYCATION made with pineapple infused Pau Vodka, Butterfly pea tea infused Koloa Coconut rum, lemongrass shrub, lemon juice, egg whites.

And while you are there, try some of the recently added brunch items like Chef Jay Higa’s BRUNCH BURGER - Grilled 8oz dry aged beef patty on deep dish Haupia french toast, topped with swiss cheese, crispy bacon, fresh frisse lettuce, crispy onions, house-made bacon aioli, with breakfast potatoes.  Not to be missed!

While I loved the indulgent burger, the CHICKEN & WAFFLES is still my personal favorite! Southern fried boneless skinless chicken breast, sweet crispy golden waffle, breakfast potatoes, and lilikoi cabbage slaw.  You won't be disappointed.

Other great brunch menu items include:

SPICY POKE BOWL - Ahi, shoyu, inamona, ogo, scallion, sweet onion, jasmine rice, bubu furikake, Hawaiian chili aioli, kabayaki, tobiko, avocado.  This one is definitely spicy!

Who can say no to a refreshing ACAI BOWL? Made with açai, granola, coconut chips, seasonal fruit.

Visit https://deckwaikiki.com/ for complete brunch and drink menus.

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New Breakfast and Brunch Menus at DECK.

Guava mimosa and 'Awikiwiki mocktail

If you say brunch, I come running..and with a hearty appetite. I love any brunch, but what takes it to the next level for me is the setting and DECK. elevates brunch with their beautiful open air venue. Located on the pool deck of the Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel, DECK. is the perfect place to dine outside while enjoying fresh air and taking in beautiful views of stunning Diamond Head. I dined in April with some girlfriends and enjoyed the eggs benedict and a lot of my friend's Tokyo style pancakes. We're heading there again this month just in time for their new breakfast and brunch menus to feature a new Deep Dish Haupia French Toast and Avocado Toast. Can't wait to try out their new dishes!  

DECK. is open 6 days a week for breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Closed on Tuesdays. Parking is a little tricky as the hotel's valet parking is limited and not guaranteed. DECK. recommends parking at the Honolulu Zoo at $1.50 per hour. 

Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise sauce on the side by request.

Signature dish: Tokyo Style Pancakes

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DECK. Bar & Grille

I recently attended a media dinner at DECK. Bar & Grille, one of Waikiki's new restaurants with gorgeous, unobstructed views of Diamond Head.

Located in the recently-refreshed Queen Kapiolani Hotel, DECK. offers all-day dining, including twice-daily happy hour!

We began the dinner with various starters, salads, and a flatbread:

Iron Skillet Pot SPAM & Kimchi Fried Rice

Kalua Pork Flatbread

Spicy Ahi Poke

Kona Kampachi Sashimi

Otsuji Farm Green

Jumbo Chicken Wings

Baby Kale Chicken Caesar

Baked Kona Lobster Mac & Cheese

A lot of people really liked the Jumbo Chicken Wings, and it was my personal fave.  Extra crispy chicken wings were tossed in a spiced black vinegar glaze that gave it a really nice flavor.

I also enjoyed the Baby Kale Chicken Caesar, which was also another popular dish of the evening.

The Kona Kampachi Sashimi and Spicy Ahi Poke were two more dishes that my tablemates raved about, and although some on our table enjoyed the Kalua Pork Flatbread, I thought the bread was much too thick and chewy for my personal preference.

Hawaiian Ocean Catch of the Day

Grilled Filet Mignon

Kobe Beef Cheeseburger

Of the mains, the Kobe Beef Cheeseburger was delish, and I loved the umami potatoes that were served with the Filet Mignon.

Joe's Lilikoi Ice Cream Cheesecake

Molten Chocolate Cake

Paley's Popcorn Ice Cream

The Paley's Popcorn Ice Cream was yummy.  I liked the contrast of the creamy ice cream with the crunchy caramel corn.

The Molten Chocolate Cake was decadent, and I thought Joe's Lilikoi Ice Cream Cheesecake was light and fruity, but as many had noted - we couldn't really taste any cheesecake.

I enjoyed dinner, and I can't wait to try out breakfast!

DECK. Bar & Grille

150 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815

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