Mahina & Sun's | Elevated Home Cooking in Waikiki

HOURS:

LANAI MENU:
Daily 12pm – 5:30pm
HAPPY HOUR:
Daily 12pm – 5:30pm
DINNER:
Daily 5:30pm – 10pm

E KOMO MAI TO ELEVATED HOME COOKING

Welcome to Mahina & Sun’s, your home away from home. Unwind and indulge as Chef Erik Leong guides you on an award-winning culinary journey inspired by the diverse people and places of Hawai’i. Chef Erik reimagines Hawaii’s classic comfort foods, offering travelers a unique, unforgettable taste of the islands and locals a nostalgic sense of home.

The bar program at Mahina & Sun’s, recognized as one of Hawaii Magazine’s ‘Top 5 Bars in Hawaii,’ is helmed by New York Native, Bar Czar Christian Taibi. Christian crafts signature cocktails using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create in-house juices, syrups, and tonics, all infused with his distinct New York flair and technique.

In Hawaiian, “Mahina” means moon—a celestial counterpart to the sun, both essential to traditional Hawaiian sailing navigation. A visit to Mahina & Sun’s is more than just a meal; it’s a gathering place for adventurers, a hub for meaningful connections, and a spark for creative ideas—all mapped out over vibrant local cuisine and generous pours. Hidden within a swell little spot called the SURFJACK HOTEL & SWIM CLUB, Mahina & Sun’s will become your second home.

Erik Leong
Executive Chef

Erik was part of the original MAHINA & SUN's culinary team that opened the restaurant in 2016. He has returned to lead the restaurant into its next chapter. Erik honed his skills working for the Town hospitality group under the tutelage of Ed Kenny and Dave Caldiero. Erik's cooking journey began with his late mother, who taught him to cook with love. As a graduate of Kaimuki High School and culinary school at Kapiolani Community College, Erik is a local boy with over 16 years of experience in the kitchen. His love of cooking is inspired by his mother, who always enjoyed entertaining and feeding everyone with love. Erik has even created his own unique version of her banana pudding recipe, which he features on the menu to honor her memory and share her passion for cooking with others.

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