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Hula’s Modern Tiki Scottsdale

7213 E 1st Ave, Scottsdale, AZ, 85251
  • (480) 970-4852
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  • John A.

    Hula's is a great place to enjoy some Hawaiian Fusion cuisine. The atmosphere is great and the wait staff is top notch, from the hostess to waiter and bus boys. We started our evening with a Margarita and Deschutes White IPA then some appetizers, which were happy hour priced till 6PM. The Pulled Pork Tacos are huge and the Thai Fish Cakes were tasty. For dinner we chose the Mongolian Beef with Lime Curry and Kalbi Korean Ribs. Although the beef was a bit too rare for even my wife's taste, the flavors were awesome. Prices were moderate and the servings were good. We skipped dessert but I'm sure it would not disappoint. When in Scottsdale, give Hula's a visit.

    (5)

  • Sheila C.

    Cute little hawaiian restaurant with mexican fusion. Great selection of tropical drinks, mai tai's were spot-on. On a yelper's recommendation, we ordered the crispy coconut shrimp rolls with pineapple dipping sauce and they were outstanding. Probably the best part of the meal! Though I ordered it as an app, and got it after our meal was served. My mom ordered a bowl and it could have probably feed at least 2, if not more people. Delicious with the rice and cabbage. I ordered the pork tacos which were OK, they tasted way better with the salsa they provided. Dad ordered a salad, mango chicken caesar, which was a hit! Would love to go back for dinner to try the SCORPION OR VOLCANO BOWL which serves 2 or more. Lunch woudl have been a little early for that!

    (3)

  • Heather C.

    My favorite college buddy (actually he's the only one I still keep in touch with) was coming through town so my husband and I took him to lunch at Hula's. I've been wanting to go since they opened in Old Town. We reminisced about my first real concert over Hula's yummy cocktails...reliving the trip from Flagstaff in a car with no windows...in August...to see Metallica. I wasn't even sure who that was. I only knew he had lined up at Ticketmaster at 4am (before Al Gore invented the internet) to get good seats for his can of crazy girlfriend who refused to go at the last minute anyway. Ah, those were the days. And completely irrelevant to this review. So for those of you that haven't turned the channel yet, Hula's does have some fun cocktails. And while I love some of their appetizers, I thought lunch was just okay. I really liked the Hawaiian ceviche with wonton chips (again, great apps). The mango chicken caesar salad and mac salad, eh, okay. Good, but not great. I was also a little put off that my friend wanted to order from the dinner menu, but couldn't. We were about 20 minutes early, and understandably, the kitchen could not accommodate, which was fine. However even when we asked our server if we could just have our drinks for 20 minutes, and then order, she still said "no." I guess she was concerned we would take up the table for an extra 20 minutes?? That would have been another round of drinks, but I guess it wasn't worth her time. It hasn't been worth mine to go back, although I certainly wouldn't rule it out.

    (3)

  • April R.

    My Old Town Scottsdale bar hop was supposed to be over. I was just at my limit and was ready to get back to the hotel but then wait - what is that??? A tiki bar??? Well I am a sucker for a tiki bar so I decided to extended the bar hop to another drink, which turned into many, which turned into too many!!! From what I remember..... it was a very unexpected find in old town. A very strange choice/location/interior but I loved it! The drinks were so good, as I said, I many have enjoyed them a bit too much. I really do remember that every one on the menu looked great and each one I ordered was amazing. Would love to go back again some day, this time at the start of a bar hop instead of the end. If you are into tiki bars or looking for something different in old town you should check it out.

    (4)

  • Shannon R.

    Addendum: The owner contacted me to let me know this server no longer works at Hula's, and didn't represent their standard of service. Based on the owner's willingness to communicate with me and make amends, I'd be open to returning next time I'm in Scottsdale, and hopefully will be able to update my rating! --------------------------------------------------­--------------- Hi! I'm vegan. I try not to make a fuss when I eat out with friends, but Hula's made it difficult. I've never met a more exasperated waitress in my entire life. It started off fine enough. "Are your hashbrowns made with butter or oil?" "Butter." "And they can't be made with oil?" "No." "Okay, I'll have avocado and toast." I got avocado and a buttered English muffin. Two things - thought it was pretty clear based on our previous conversation that I'm not into butter, but also..."I'm sorry," I said. "I can't eat English muffins. Do you have toast, like sourdough or something?" Siiiigh, sure, okay. "Sorry," I called after her. All of my friends turned towards me. "Why are you apologizing?!" "I don't know...reflex? She looks annoyed with me?" Then when she came back and said the toast would be coming up, I clarified that I didn't want butter on the toast, remembering the English muffin situation. She stopped in her tracks, sighed, and then went to the kitchen, without saying a word to me. Oh...wow. What I got was Texas toast ("no butter!") grilled where they grill buttered Texas toast. Okay, I'm done. I almost ate it anyways, but the smell of butter and the hardness of the avocado stopped me. "It's not worth it, dude," I said to myself, nauseated by the smell. Had I made it clear I was vegan, it might've been a different story. I was trying to be easy (avocado and toast are usually so fail-safe!) but it just didn't work this time. I have zero complaints about the $2 mimosas, and they do have a clearly marked vegan option on their dinner menu. Both the English muffin and Texas toast were removed from my bill, so props to at least being aware that I was unhappy. But the situation was bad enough that none of my friends wanted to go back, even though they all had great food. I have pretty awesome friends.

    (2)

  • Bao H.

    (Lyrics - Sam Smith - I'm Not The Only One) Yelp and me, we made a vow For better or for worse I know you wouldn't let me down But the proof's in the way it taste For months on end I've had no doubts Eating everywhere I wish I could come over now But I know that you'll be there I say I'm hungry Cause Scottsdale just around the corner But when is Happy Hour I go to Hula's Modern Tiki! Hula's Modern Tiki Scottsdale is a 2nd location to the popular Tiki off Central in Phoenix. Overall, Hula's Modern Tiki still the same concept and design; a 50's style luau with a modern twist in drinks and food. I came on a late Tuesday night to catch the game and hang with a buddy of mines from Los Angeles. He was flabbergasted by the prices, "They're so cheap compared to where I'm from", Yes I agreed. Plus, we have water and I'm sure glad I don't have to over pay for food here in the valley! Hula has daily Happy Hour specials so check them out, but tonight I shot for a IPA and ordered the Habanero Chicken Tacos while my buddy went for the Loco Moco. My dish was pretty darn spicy and I'm sure they used just a tad bit of habanero, but it worked with marinated shredded chicken while the crunchy cabbage slaw provided some texture. The avocado is always a welcome and the sweet aioli balanced it out pretty well. I didn't even use my salsa since I thought the dish was well put together. Only thing was I didn't care for the corn tortilla since it was definitely store bought; I rather have it freshly made and would have made this dish kickass! My buddies dish was a "traditional" Hawaiian meal. To me it was a Salisbury hamburger patty atop a bed of rice and a fried egg over everything. He rather enjoyed it, but I didn't really care for it. In the end. Hula's is still a hot spot for Happy Hour whether in Phoenix or Scottsdale. The food is a fusion of Hawaiian and Southwest with some modern American funk. Service is pretty good and overall and solid spot! - Enjoy!

    (4)

  • Michael C.

    Great variety of food beautifully prepared and reasonably priced. The fish bites appetizer was a big hit at the table. I did the steak sandwich and Caesar salad. It did not have that much meat, but it was tasty (maybe the bread was too big...). My wife's Baja fish tacos were almost to pretty to eat. Almost... the fist tacos are defiantly worth trying. Their are dozens of places competing for business in old town and this place is a winner.

    (4)

  • Hieu N.

    Simply great Hawaiian food. The kalua pork is juicy and tender, the ceviche was fresh with the perfect acidity, and the gravy on the loco moco I can drink as a cocktail. Speaking of cocktails, they have an amazing happy hour which runs pretty much the entire weekend. Drinks start at $5 and taste so good that you have to be careful not to drink 5-6 before you know you're pretty much drunk. The atmosphere and service is amazing though. So feel free to hang around and savor the good times with your friends. That way if you leave after drinking 6 drinks in 2 hours or so, you won't feel like a total alcoholic.

    (5)

  • Travis B.

    Continue to have great food at Hula's....and a multitude of options. If you can't find anything you'd enjoy on Hula's menu, then you should just go home and pound sand! I've mentioned their awesome weekend HH's, but they also do a great all day Wednesday HH. I had the ceviche app and it is such a large portion, it pretty much filled me up. It was great textural ly and very flavorful. Will continue to come to Hula's for it's great food and excellent service.

    (5)

  • Francis V.

    I absolutely love this place. Not only does it have a friendly Hawaiian ambiance, but the staff makes you feel like family. Ronnie is by far the best host/manager I've ever had an experience with. The food is absolutely amazing, the drinks are exactly how you want them, and Ronnie does his best to make sure your entire experience is one that you want to repeat. At hula, I'm a repeat offender and I'm proud of it.

    (5)

  • Joshua S.

    This place was great. For me, I've never seen the whole draw to Old Town Scottsale unless you are a senior citizen and needing to buy some crafts and lawn decorations for your backyard. That or boots and a cowboy hat from the onslaught of craftish type stores out here. Anyways, stopped in here for lunch and a cocktail a couple days ago and it was great. Had a glass of "Josh" cabernet (because that's my name and I thought it'd be stellar) and a pulled pork sandwich. The wine was good but the sandwich was great. It was fresh tasting pulled pork with coleslaw on top with a side caesar salad. The food was fresh and tasted great and the service was awesome. Will definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Mark G.

    Had to try this since my wife family has strong Hawaiian roots. Easy choice when we walk past this one. The atmosphere is amazing, very modern, well kept appearance with good music, and everything you would want in nice decor! Great design job. The food, having strong opinions on Hawaiian food was not the best. They have some traditional dishes and some modern takes as well. We started off with the poke, which is raw tuna. The fish was fresh but the poke wasn't seasoned right or didn't have enough sauce. Kinda poke light if anything. Had the pork dumplings that came with two dipping sauces, they were standard dumplings you can get anywhere. Also tried their meat skewer which was just okay. Overall I was left wanting the true Island taste that has so much to offer. Based on the appetizers I tried I didn't want to try any entree after that. I am a little biased when I comes to Hawaiian food, expected a little better. This still is a fun spot and I would try it if you want something that is harder to get in many places.

    (3)

  • Jess W.

    This place never fails. Service is impeccable. The menu, cannot argue. I love this place. Specials are fantastic. Great atmosphere. Just all around fun.

    (4)

  • Ali B.

    Glad I had a chance to check this place out, it was pretty cute! Smaller than I expected, but I liked that, good for nice days too with the outdoor seating. We went at 3:30 on a Saturday afternoon, and it was more crowded than I had anticipated! We were seated right away though. I was excited by how extensive the menu was, there were lots of choices! Some especially interesting sounding tofu/vegetarian options, I will come back and try more. I tried out the black bean burger with sweet potato fries as my side. We were served quickly. Our server was nice, she did a good job. My sister ordered the same thing as me and she loved it. I did not like it as much as I thought I would have, it was just a bit bland with not enough mushrooms on it, I thought. It was good, just not super memorable. Fries were tasty, I liked the sauce they served it with too! My mom got chicken skewers and really liked them. Next time I think I would order something else, but overall it was an enjoyable experience!

    (4)

  • Alana B.

    Great new location in Old Town, I love Hula's and its retro modern environment. Service is friendly and the food has a great Hawaiian/Polynesian fusion twist. Hula's has a great bar and slight outdoor patio for the nice warm days in Scottsdale. Don't forget about the fabulous drinks - when my friends and I are feeling daring we go for the Scorpion bowl. Long colorful straws in a decorative bowl (with a flame) mixed with good company is always a winner. :) There is a brunch available at Hulas on the weekend, which I have had several times with a couple mimosas and very tasteful. Like I said earlier, this place has the perfect location and environment for an enjoyable and delicious meal in Old Town! Perfect walking distance from local shops and stadiums if you're here during Spring Training!

    (4)

  • Max E.

    My family and I had a surreally phenomenal experience dining here recently. For one, our waitress was perfectly attentive (lots and lots of Diet Coke refills for our party). Other members of the staff were also very pleasent and eager to get rid of plates and the like. The vegetarian options didn't feel like an afterthought and were excellent. They were very accommodating in splitting a delicious black bean burger and a tofu bowl between two of us. I would recommend the special weekend dessert brownie. Great portions for the price. Fun atmosphere. Couldn't have been a better experience.

    (5)

  • Felipe O.

    Great place for brunch with the old town Scottsdale vibe.

    (4)

  • Katiana B.

    Hawaiian fusion in Scottsdale! Hula's was delish and flavored spot on. Polynesian fusion in a modern setting. Highly recommend!

    (4)

  • Terry E.

    Love that this place takes reservations, loved the greeter and our waiter - couldn't have been more pleasant or professional, loved the food! Being in Old Town (aka Tourist Central), I wasn't expecting to love it, and in fact we usually end up at Bandera just for that reason. So glad we tried Hula's Modern Tiki. Only drawback is lack of parking which wasn't a problem in the summer of course, but there's no way I'd try to find a parking place there in Season.

    (4)

  • Faridah S.

    Great Sunday Brunch! Although I didn't really want to wait until 9:30 for breakfast, I wanted to do something different this morning. After passing by Hula's for months, I scanned the reviews and the menu and decided to stop in and give it a try. I sat at the bar, and the bartender immediately came over, provided me with drink and food menus, and asked what he could bring me to drink. I indicated that I hadn't been in before, needed a few minutes, and wasn't in a hurry. He said just to let him know when I was ready. A few minutes later I made my decision, and put the menu down. He immediately returned. I asked if they had decaf coffee, and he said he would be glad to brew a fresh pot for me. I asked for half caffeinated half decaf, and ordered the Portuguese Sausage Island Benedict, and explained that I needed my eggs to have completely firm whites. He said that would be no problem at all. He was attentive, friendly, smiled and made good eye contact at all times - hallmarks of great service. A short while later he brought my coffee. It was WONDERFUL. He explained that it was Kona coffee, and that he would refill it whenever I was ready. I relaxed and opened my book (I always carry one) and settled in to enjoyed reading and sipping my coffee. My food did take a fair amount of time to be prepared, but I arrived right when they opened and allowed that they were probably just getting going. I also knew that my egg preparation would take extra time and attention. I had a refill on my coffee as I continued to wait. I wasn't in a hurry, and was enjoying the setting. When my plate arrived, it looked perfect, and when I cut into my eggs they were done exactly the way I had asked for them - a big deal for me since I'm finicky about eggs. The English muffins were still soft enough to absorb the delicious hollandaise sauce, which was generously applied to the dish. The Portuguese Sausage was perfectly cooked and still juicy but not fatty. My hashbrowns were crisp, the way I had ordered them. My plate was perfect, and I took my time enjoying it. The bartender checked back with me soon after I tried my dish to make sure it was to my liking, and to refill my coffee again. The portion was too generous for me to finish, but the dish was so good, I didn't want to stop eating it. The restaurant wasn't busy yet, so I felt free relaxing, reading, and sipping coffee. When I realized that the morning happy hour had started, I decided to try a cranberry mimosa for the bargain price of $2. Who could pass that up! It was a great way to finish off my meal. Full, refreshed, and ready to go, I couldn't believe that my entire bill was only about $15. Overall, a great experience. Great service, great food, and a relaxing environment. I will be returning. I want to try the Spam Island Benedict next.

    (5)

  • Melissa S.

    Besides the great location in a very cute part of Scottsdale, Hula's had great food! They were out of the coconut shrimp appetizer, so we got a couple sides to try instead. The Mac Salad (what's Hawaiian food without Mac salad??) was pretty good, but the Wasabi Mashed Potatoes were the best! For entrees we tried he Baja Fish tacos - nicely breaded whitefish, avocado, cabbage, and fresh limes to squeeze. The salsa that came with it was sweet and spicy. Oh, and it also comes with a scoop of white rice and beans. We also tried the Luau Pork Sandwich - delicious bread that held up to the sandwich, a pile of shredded pork, coleslaw (it tasted sweet, like pineapples) and a side of sweet potato fries. The service was fantastic and we really enjoyed our dinner.

    (5)

  • Ayla C.

    Ok, Hula, you got my vote. I just arrived in Scottsdale, and I was hungry for something exciting. The hostess was a little standoffish, so I initially felt that I might have made a mistake walking into this super trendy restaurant that looked so chic and cool - I just wanted something homey! After a comment which was confusingly either a compliment or a statement, she left me to my shaded patio spot and was soon replaced by my server who was an absolute peach! Seriously, she was super great! I ordered a tropical iced tea, which apparently needed a new batch brewing, but she brought me water in the meantime, so I had something to sip on. She quickly took my food order, after giving me a bunch of delicious sounding suggestions - I wasn't super hungry, so I got a single fish taco (one of my favourite things! And always a good test of a place, in my book) When my food arrived it looked a little fancy, if only because the rice and beans were carefully placed together in a neat circle, not haphazardly smeared everywhere (which, I confess, I kind of love!) but soon proved to be delicious! The fish was super well cooked and tender, and there were two corn tortillas, turning my one taco into two! Hurrah! Needless to say, I ate everything! And the iced tea was yummy too - very refreshing, and I loved the hint of tropical flavour. Hula, I'll be back!

    (4)

  • Greg W.

    Convenient restaurant to grab lunch downtown. I got the Cajun Ahi Tuna Caesar Salad. The salad itself was pretty basic but the tuna was cooked perfectly and had a great spicy cajun taste to it. Also, the tropical ice tea there is delicious and they give free refills. The service wasn't very attentive but it didn't deter too much from our experience. If I'm ever downtown and looking for a salad I would come back for this one.

    (4)

  • Andrew G.

    So I have been coming here since it opened and I still feel the magic. The staff makes me feel so welcomed. I would name them all but, you know who you are. I have never had a bad experience here. When it is busy, jusr have some patience and you will have some amazing food and a great experience. The beer is always chilly on a hot day and always get your food with bacon, it is ridiculous. Sierra, and Ronnie make me feel like a Rockstar when I come in which makes me tell everyone to go to Hula's for an amazing burger or a huge crisp salad. If your a fan of pretty women or hot men this a great place to start your day.

    (5)

  • Ryan A.

    Great place to grab drinks and a quick bite. I had the pineapple wine and it was better than expected. In fact I would come back for the wine alone. My wife and I also had the south seas fish tacos. Amazing! They were delicious. They even split the dish without asking. Also, they weren't fried. They were grilled to perfection. Threw some chalula on it and they were perfect.

    (4)

  • Jennie M.

    So when your Mother-In-Law lives in Honolulu, you tend to spend a LOT of time on the Island. And I can tell you with all certainty that Hula's Modern Tiki may be located in Scottsdale, but its heart and soul is in Hawaii! I popped in on my own while the "men folk" were out swinging metal clubs at tiny balls in the searing Arizona sun; so I sat up at the bar (which is always the right choice when you are on your own.) The bartender was super friendly and so terrific. She made some recommendations, we chatted wine, she even let me sample the utterly terrible pineapple wine (lol, seriously, it's not good - sorry Hawaii) but it is fun to try! They have a great menu with lots of fun Island-life staples like poke, mahi, hapu, and ahi. There are bowls, burger and sandwiches and of course tacos (this is still AZ!) and even a dish in tribute to Duke. I decided to get the Polynesian chicken sammie that came with grilled chicken with a light teriyaki glaze topped with spiced pineapple and sun-dried tomato pesto aioli. It was aaaaah-mazing! And to take it to the next level (and I HIGHLY recommend doing this), I subbed my fries for fried sweet plantains. So good!! All this paired with a traditional Hawaiian cocktail like a Dark & Stormy or Mai Tai, and you will swear you can hear the waves crashing on a nearby shore... Honestly, the only thing missing is the beach. Mahalo!

    (5)

  • Steve D.

    Last night was our first time to visit Hula's. We love Hawaii and Hawaiian food so it seemed like a great choice. My wife and I shared the Lobster bisque and the coconut shrimp rolls. These were the highlights of our meals, especially the bisque. It is a bit spicy and a little different from a traditional bisque, but I would definitely order this again. For entrees my wife had the coconut encrusted Hapu and I had the ribs. Both were good, but not spectacular. Her Hapu had way too much sauce on it, but once she scraped off most of the sauce it was good. The one big negative was the noise level. It was very loud and made worse by a very obnoxious group at the bar who had obviously already had many drinks. We wanted desert but the yelling from the bar area made it very hard to enjoy our meal. I don't know if this is typical. I would go there again, but if the noise level was a loud as it was when we went, I wouldn't return again. Too bad, good food and a fun vibe.

    (3)

  • Cristina M.

    Wasn't impressed with the food. The atmosphere is good, and service was great, but it wasn't hitting my taste buds perfectly. Cute drinks.

    (3)

  • Kevin W.

    Loved eating here. Very modern. Friendly attentive bartenders and wait staff. You can eat inside or out. I had the spicy Caesar salad with shrimp and mango! Decor was fabulous!

    (5)

  • Andy L.

    The Hula Mai Tai was great. I ordered the Loco Moco and my dad ordered the Luau Pork Plate. Loco Moco was alright and nothing special. Too salty and not tasty as ones I have had before. My Hamburger meat tasted kind of burnt, but I wasn't able to really see since the restaurant lighting was dim. Pork Plate according to my dad wasn't that great. Cole Slaw tasted a bit sour like it went bad. The meat was also really salty. Tip to the chef would be to be very conscious on amount of salt used as it overpowered the taste of the meat and other ingredients like pineapple, etc. Nice place though and will be back to try it out again. Service was a bit slow.

    (3)

  • A W.

    Great girls night dinner. Had the ahi tacos they were awesome. Drinks were great. Staff was wonderful. Would be a great place for date night or girls night. Can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • B H.

    Where to start? For a foodie, who loves VALUE too, this place is a 5**. I found it thru yelp, when I was driving half mile away. It sounded intriguing, so I went for it. Boy am I glad I did! It was early (on a Friday night), so it wasn't yet crowded. Service was excellent (cute boys too!), but the food was amazing -for the price, and very very good for ANY price! Place was super clean (even the bathroom) and decorated very cute. The portions were, for me, PERFECT! I hate to leave feeling hungry; but I hate getting so much I feel stuffed trying not to waste it. The portions and pricing was right on! The sea bass was cooked PERFECTLY (an I'm hard to please on that). 99% of restaurants OVERCOOK the fish. Not here. Tender, succulent, and the Blackened Wasabi that I chose was awesome. The broccoli rabe was cooked perfectly too, and the wasabi mashed potatoes, well...I almost NEVER eat mashed potatoes. I ate every morsel! I WILL be back. And I'm gonna tell all my friends to GO! Gesh, maybe I should get a job here, huh? (: You will NOT be sorry... PS Picture of Blackened wasabi fish is somewhere uploaded on site...

    (5)

  • Linda L.

    Drinks - 4 stars Food - 3 stars Service - 3 stars Atmosphere - 3 stars Been here twice now.. First time I had lunch and drinks. We had their curry bowls and it was delicious! Told friends about our first good experience so we all decided to try their happy hour. Drinks were great but food was very disappointing. We ordered almost everything on their happy hour because we (5 of us) stayed for almost 3 hours waiting for other friends.. Needless to say.. Waitress was getting irritated w us at that point. Oh well.. We are paying customers so we continued to wait and drink.. Next time, we stick w the curry bowls and go only during happy hour for drinks.

    (3)

  • Angie B.

    My new favorite place. So much fun. Good drinks and food, great service (thanks Ronnie). Can't wait to try Sunday brunch!

    (5)

  • Preston C.

    I love that Hulas made a second location because every time we head to Scottsdale/old town and we can't make our mind up on where to eat, we head to Hulas... I love their Mai-Tai's... As some of you may know I am a huge fan of their "Hangover Hash"... Not because I'm hungover quite often but I love the ingredients... That luau pork over the crispy hash browns goes great with the 2 over medium eggs on top... That is my go to breakfast/brunch option... I have so many other favorites on the menu but I'm making myself hungry as I write this review so this one will be a short one... The decor here is very cute and goes well in the Old Town area... Service is prompt and some days get busier than others... Great job Hula's #2...

    (5)

  • Kazi H.

    This place was good...really good! I can't believe this was my first time there since I always pass by the one on central and go to pita house, which is right across the street from here. It's conveniently located from all the places I enjoy going to. We started out with blood orange martini's, which were the best martini's I've had to date. It wasn't overly sweet and had the perfect amount of alcohol. Delicious! I got the mac and cheese side and the coconut shrimp rolls. The mac and cheese was good, but not as good as lux of course. The coconut shrimp was ok. I would have liked it more if it had been a little more "coconutty." The girls ordered the fish bites, black beans, sweet plantains, and the spicy sea weed salad. They all loved their food and from what I sampled, everything was on point and delicious. I, especially enjoyed the fish bites. It wasn't too "fishy" and was perfectly breaded. All the dishes were almost finished...it was THAT good. Service was good. Prices were good. Their happy hour seems like it would be good, which I'm pretty stoked to try. I can't get over that blood orange martini though. Yum!

    (4)

  • Brittany G.

    The food was pretty good until ended up getting food poisoning. I met a friend here for dinner last week. I ordered the seared tuna salad and calamari. Delicious but about 15 minutes later I started feeling sick. I just thought it was my womans cycle coming on. I got home. After about an hour I broke out in hives and was rushed to the emergency room. I was diagnosed with scombroid food poisoning which is caused from spoiled seafood or fish. I would have loved to have given this place 5 stars because the place was nice and food was decent but getting sick was not on my list of things to do.

    (1)

  • Stephanie M.

    Went in for late night drinks and enjoyed the scorpion bowl and a dark and stormy. Great for sharing with 4-6 people. Loved the ambiance-it was perfect for our group. They also have a pot brownie-a giant vat of molten brownie in a flower pot!

    (4)

  • Holly C.

    Stopped by for the happy hour on a Wednesday night (all day hh starting at 3 PM). Unfortunately they ran out of the ceviche. We ordered two of the shrimp rolls, pork taco, tofu taco, and the poke. We ordered two different drinks each (dark & stormy was one of them). The drinks were very sugary and watered down so that was a little disappointing, especially after reading all the reviews on their drinks. The shrimp rolls were our favorite and the pineapple sauce perfectly complimented / enhanced the flavor of the rolls. The pork taco was full of meat and was our second favorite dish. The sauce that they cooked the meat in was really good. The tofu taco wasn't bad but wasn't as good as the other items. The poke was a little salty and could have used chips or something to balance the flavor. The food and drinks are 4 stars, but the service was excellent (hence the 5 star rating! It was around 6 PM and there weren't that many tables, but even so, the food and drinks came out LIGHTNING fast. The food was fresh. It didn't seem like it was sitting out for a while, waiting to be ordered. The server was on point with his presence; never overbearing but always there when we needed him. I give the cooks, bartenders, and servers an applause for their service!

    (5)

  • Dee T.

    clean environment - small parking lot but we got lucky and found a prime spot near the door - decor is modern upscale Hawaiian style (not ur usual casual hawaiian eating spot) food presentation is great - tasty but can't believe they were out of plantains by lunchtime! that's insane! LOL loco moco was done very well. the ahi poke was delicious as well. I would pass on the ceviche- too much lime - over powered the dish. staff is friendly enuff - good service and clearing of dirty plates not a lot of diversity in the guests during our visit

    (3)

  • Troy V.

    The food was okay but definitely did not capture the taste of the islands. Looks like a great place for drinks during happy hour but the food won't bring me back.

    (2)

  • Stanley M.

    Very nice restaurant because you can eat and see out side which is very historical and nice streets. I like this restaurant because they offer wide variety of food and drinks. This restaurant is not really big nor really small. Perfect to come with family or friends upto 5. However food takes way too long.. And employees are kind of scary. The food was soooooo good. I really loved the food they served.

    (4)

  • Kimberly H.

    We looked at the menu before hand, and saw there was a lot that we [thought] we could eat - being gluten free. We were wrong, it was difficult to find things to eat. What we chose were sweet potato fries and pot stickers. Both were delicious. The drink menu is enticing and fun! When we got our drinks they were as delicious as the menu makes them out to be. They also had bowls of alcohol to share with someone else. The environment was trendy and fun. Probably for a younger crowd (early 30's and younger).

    (3)

  • Jeff E.

    Everyone that knows me, knows knows that Hulas is my favorite bar. Ever since stepping inside the Camelback location for the first time, I knew this was the set up for me. When I heard that they were opening up a second location, I had to go Opening Night. This location does not disappoint! ~Fud/Drink~ I really...honestly... don't know where to start. I could start with the Hawaiian-style food, like the array of tacos this place dishes out that will blow your taste buds away. My favorite tacos of all-time are here, their Ahi tuna tacos. Beyond legit and beyond comprehension with a soft seer and perfectly peppered. I could jump to their Fish cakes (only on Tiki Hour) which explode with flavor in the mouth. Boom goes the dynamite. And goodness, where do I begin with the flavors from the drinks?!?! The crowd favorite is the Mai Tai, which is nowhere near as fruity or sweet as a traditional Mai Tai. It is their best seller, however, mainly because it is a well tailored drink. Oh and the Dr. Funk will get you Funked up. I is so smooth! And how about a little bit of love to The Zombie, which I personally think is the best Zombie I've tried. I also was introduced to Pyrat Rum here, my personal favorite rum, from the One Eyed Pyrat. That is how you will find me, with a One Eyed on the rocks, light on the ginger beer. Folks, they kill it here. ~Atmosphere/Service~ I always drink at the bar. It saves me on time, and the barkeeps are quite personable. They always offer up helpful suggestions and make sure I am feeling good. The atmosphere at this location is a bit weird, however, because there are so many options in Old Town. It will get packed for a 1 hour period then die off...only to have it get packed all of a sudden again. Needless to say, if you come during a basic off-period, its not because the place is lame...hardly that. I also love the tiki feel, its like taking a plane ride to Hawaii. There are no gimmicks or silly themes, its really a straight up dope place to have a drink with a friend or that girl you like kinda sorta ;-) ~The Downlow/Extras~ Two extras to note: Each day during the week, minus Friday's , they have a killer special. Check the website for updates, but my personal favorite would be the Tuesday 2 for 2 night, where you get two drinks and 2 drinks for $20. I usually clean house that night. They always have a charity night on Mondays, where 10% of profits go to a charity of their choosing, SO GENEROUS! Also, they usually will have an all-day happy hour surrounding holidays, like Pre-Thanksgiving or Pre-Christmas, etc. Just to note in case family is in town, or if you are thinking about leaving town a day early....maybe wait a few hours and have a couple here, haha. This place just makes my day better knowing I can hop over anytime I want. 5 stars for the drinks, food, Tiki Time, and honestly Dana being the most personable owner in Phoenix. Spend your money here knowing it goes locally, and its a killer time. Aloha!

    (5)

  • D R.

    We've had a number of great experiences at Hula, most recently last night with our daughter. The friendly wait staff and greeters are always on hand to answer questions and insure you are having a fun time. They have a number of tropical drinks that are fun to try as well as good wine and beer. Last night we had fish dishes that came out with perfection. We asked to substitute the sides and that was no problem. I asked that my fish just be lightly grilled, again no problem. On weeknights hubby and I love walking over and having a couple of glasses of wine and appetizers during happy hour (they have great specials) and sitting near the bar. Fun atmosphere, casual but a great dining experience! Give it a try!

    (5)

  • Nicole B.

    Since moving to Scottsdale, I was hoping and wishing that Hula's would open another location. Finally, my wish came true! Luckily, it lived up to my high expectations as well. Like the other location, parking is small and practically non-existent. Keep this in mind when visiting. It is best to park at one of the many other parking structures in downtown Scottsdale and then walking to Hula's. It will save you a parking headache. The actual restaurant is pretty open with a small wrap-around patio. Inside has a bar and plenty of tables for small to large groups. As you walk in, the hostess greets you and asks for inside or out. We chose inside and were seated immediately. Our waitress was young and friendly. They all wore uniforms, which (if I remember correctly) the Phoenix location staff doesn't. We were in time for happy hour, so my husband and I each ordered a Dr. Funk - coconut rum, crème de banana, pineapple and orange juice. Additionally, we ordered the crispy coconut shrimp rolls - only $5 at happy hour. For dinner, I ordered the steak tacos and my husband ordered the big kahuna (a large ribeye steak). Our drinks arrived promptly and our shrimp rolls arrived shortly after. The drink was perfection and the rolls were delicious. Once we finished our appetizer and first round of drinks, our dinner arrived. Both of us ordered our steak medium rare and they came out cooked perfectly. The tacos were especially flavorful and I love the rice with beans side dish. My husband enjoyed his steak as well saying it was tender and flavorful. Overall, we had a great time. This location is just as good as the Phoenix location and we'll be back for sure!

    (5)

  • Nora V.

    Haven't tried the food yet. I will just didn't get to it. I was the DD so only sips of the designated drunks drinks for me but the happy hour is DAILY & tasty. The staff was helpful & not too rushed to answer questions which is always nice. The food looked yum-my. Def have to come back & try the food. Stay tuned for that.

    (3)

  • katie c.

    I came here for a friend's birthday. It was the perfect spot for a celebratory dinner before heading out to Old Town. I had to do a Mai Tai because...it's their signature! It was awesome. Everyone had great drinks, actually, and our server kept them coming. The service was great even though we had a table of like 15 girls. This is a great choice for a date night, special occasion, or just a Saturday. Loved the fun but sort of mysterious atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Katey H.

    Modern atmosphere for sure. Where are the grass umbrellas and hula skirt waitresses? The only thing hula is the cups they serve their really overpriced drinks in. We only had drinks, but admit the food smelled good and the menu was intriguing. We will have to save up to try this place again.

    (3)

  • Alicia M.

    Came here for brunch. They don't have anything but coffee and a small breakfast menu so I ordered the Chef's omelet. All I can say is that this was completely gone in about 3 minutes because it was sooooo good!!! They prepared it with fresh eggs, cheddar cheese and the most amazing pork I have ever had. The hash browns were average but I would still come here again just for the meal I had. The decor is trendy. Nice place to grab a bite without a wait.

    (4)

  • Mike H.

    The service wasn't really that great, but the food was really good which made up for that.

    (4)

  • Nydia A.

    Hula's is a pretty cool spot. Its a tad small but clean & cozy. The name was a bit misleading, as I did not see one tiki, coconut bra or hula dancer anywhere. Positives would include weekend happy hours, a dog friendly patio and good location. Weekend evenings can get pretty crowded, but its pretty open during lunch, and a good option for post work happy hour. Tip -try the pineapple mimosa

    (3)

  • Jason W.

    I was here on Christmas Eve because they were open and they mentioned a party on their site. The only way you would know it's not any other day of the week was the bartender's Santa hat and Christmas lighted beard. Some Christmas music or island music would have been nice instead of alternative. Happy hour prices all night was nice and I ordered crispy chicken tacos. It came with three fried corn shell shredded chicken tacos and black beans on top of rice. Everything was cooked well, but bland. The chicken did not have much taste and neither did the beans or rice. The creme sauce drizzled on the beans and rice at least provided another flavor. Too bad the same type of crispy chicken taco at Chili's days earlier was 10x better.

    (3)

  • DR W.

    Good atmosphere - healthy menu - good vibe to eat and drink .. Friendly staff . Suggestion : Need to serve beer in frosted glass .. Nice out door sides walk tables ..

    (4)

  • Jen r.

    Great service and good food!! Reasonably priced!! ;) had the pork taco and I really liked the rice and of course the mimosas ;)

    (5)

  • Todd A.

    Awesome place and great food! We were temporarily in Scottsdale for 3 months and tried not to go to the same restaurant twice. However, we'd never been here before and ended up going here probably 5 times for food or drinks. They mix fun drinks in Tiki cups if you're into that sort of thing. They also have a big drink that they put booze in the middle of and light it on fire for a fun effect for groups. It's great like most awesome places in Scottsdale that the front is open, which is a nice vibe as well. There were also a few TVs at the bar if you're into sports. It's a great mix of restaurant and bar atmosphere in my opinion. What stood out for me food wise was the Mongolian beef dish and I had to fight off others from tasting too may samples becuase it was so delicious. This will always be a good spot for food and/or drinks when I'm in Scottsdale!

    (5)

  • Zac G.

    Tiki bars evoke dated kitsch, but this Old Town Scottsdale establishment is anything but. In addition to the cool, modern ambiance, the menu offers a plethora of Hawaiian-inspired dishes with a focus on fish. A ceviche starter, for instance, delivered fresh-tasting whitefish with a pleasant citrus tang. For the land lubbers among ye, the pork dishes are also well-executed. The jerk pork is a departure from the classic Caribbean preparation (it's a bit sweeter) but no less tasty, and purists can still rejoice at the presence of plantains. Pricing here is reasonable (entrees in the teens), the menu is sufficiently varied, service is friendly and prompt, but there is one significant drawback: the music can be ear-splittingly loud. Catch a break in between songs, however, and you can enjoy a flavorful meal.

    (4)

  • Marissa D.

    Incredibly friendly staff for starters! We had an annoying person in our group who ate all her food and then complained that it was gross. Manager accommodated her (and completely kept his cool which I could barely do) and made sure she was happy by the time we left. Our group was a pretty good size and everyone else enjoyed their food and the birthday girl even got some ice cream. I ordered the coconut shrimp rolls and they were on point. Awesome place for celebrating something or just coming in to eat and have drinks.

    (5)

  • Rick M.

    I have eaten here several times and the food is always very good. And not over priced. They have the best fish sandwich I have ever eaten. Really very good.

    (5)

  • Davena D.

    I went there the first time this past Wednesday evening with a group. The ambiance is great. We all raved about our food individually however my favorite was the ISLAND STYLE POKE* raw ahi, soy sauce, sesame oil, avocado, onions, macadamia nuts. It was on the starter menu but It could easily be a meal for one and it was amazing. For dinner two of us split the JAWAIIAN JERK PORK PLATE slow roasted pulled pork, jerk sauce, plantains, rice, mango salsa, jamaican johnny cakes which was yummy. I am not too much of a rice fan, so I ordered the Wasabi mashed potatoes. They were good, however I recommend more wasabi. On Wed it's happy hour drinks and happy food menu all night long a nice perk. My only recommendation would be is cut down on your menu items. Too much food to choose from and too many drinks as an option. Although the drink names are cool and the drinks look awesome it gets over whelming for the customers to make a choice. Just think of all the money that could be saved if the restaurant cut down on its menu. I will be back....

    (4)

  • Nicole K.

    Good spot for breakfast, lunch, happy hour and/or dinner. This place is easy to get seated and get in and out of fast for breakfast which is rare in Old Town. We also love the dinner menu. Spicy Thai Chicken Bowl is our favorite. Had my birthday dinner there last year and they do a great job of accommodating medium/large groups.

    (5)

  • Vinette G.

    Call me a woman of simple taste, but their coconut rice topped with black beans is a total surprise party with glitter bombs all over my tastebuds! It came as a side with one of their fish taco choices. The fish tacos were as expected but really the coconut rice and black beans should be a main dish. Like seriously. Now that we've got that out of the way, let's talk about the rest of this restaurant. It's really swanky-trendy-cool in here. Literally what you think in your mind when you think tiki lounge with a modern twist. So they've got that right! Lots of choices and flavors, got that right too! Great drinks, yup, that too! We decided to go with their Tuesday deal, 2 appetizers and 2 cocktails for $20, plus a couple extra appetizers since we were all sharing.The ceviche and poke were the standouts, in my opinion and I really loved my blood orange martini! Above all, their service was great! Everyone from the host to the multiple people that helped us out were incredible! There were a couple spills at the table next to us and instead of getting too over excited or frustrated the staff just seamlessly helped them clean it all up. It was awesome! I've had to work as a server/host so I definitely know how it is with drinks/hot food/birthdays/big groups. It can be a mess sometimes, but this place handles it soooo well! My only regret is that I didn't order a drink that came in one of their cute tiki cups!

    (5)

  • Craig G.

    You might not expect to find a hip, Hawaiian-fusion tiki bar next to the souvenir shops in Old Town, but you'll be very glad you stumbled in. A small place with only a few tables and booths, Hula's Modern Tiki adds a bit of kitsch and a ton of flavour to a Hawaiian inspired menu. Their white fish ceviche had a clean, crisp flavour, though the wonton chips served along side made scooping a bit of a challenge. The entrees packed serious flavour, from the soy-and-pineapple infused shredded Luau pork to the kick of the 'Jawaiian Jerk Pork', served with a sweet johnnycake on the side. The fish, in particular, was super-fresh and bursting with flavour. The ahi, served seared and just rare, provided an excellent base for a macadamia crust and hot mango and papaya salsa. Anyone looking for something new in Scottsdale should look into Hula's.

    (4)

  • Debbie W.

    Loved it! Coconut shrimp rolls and baja fish tacos were my choices tonight. The waiter ( and host) was super friendly. I will come back here the next time I'm in town!

    (5)

  • Stefani F.

    One of my favorite spots to eat in Scottsdale! Been there 3 times now and it's been perfect every time. I think my favorites so far are the wings- we always get those to start. (My BF and I are wing fanatics and they're yummy here!!) and the Thai chicken bowl.. Omg. I do no cabbage, extra rice and beans and add avocado. YUM. If you like spicy food this is the spot- almost everything has a little kick to it.

    (5)

  • Su-shien C.

    I went to the grand opening at the invitation of Anna M. and Irene V. but they had to twist my arm . . . just kidding!!! I already knew this new location will be hip, trendy, and fabulous since I am already very familiar with their downtown location so when they invited me, I happily complied. I was not disappointed! The new location has these great glass doors that completely opens out to the patio area making for fantastic people watching. And the menu is the same delectable food items. And of course their famous cocktails always serves to please. Great addition to Old Town Scottsdale. Looking forward to their many years of thriving business here!!!

    (5)

  • Stacy F.

    What a great surprise find in the Old Town Scottsdale area. We didn't know about the original location in Phoenix, but this location was recommended to us by my hairstylist that also is in the area. The parking lot is very small (about 5 spots) and doesn't have an exit, so be warned that you may be doing a 10-point u-turn to get out of it when there are no spots. That is really the only down side, which isn't really too bad considering all the parking around the area! They were running Happy Hour (which they even have on weekend) so we ordered a Mai Tai and the Dr. Funk, both of which were very good, although the Dr. Funk would win 1st in our book. I had the crispy coconut shrimp rolls, which were phenomenal, and the pineapple dipping sauce was just the icing on the proverbial cake here. For lunch I had a burger with blue cheese. He had the pork tacos. I'll probably get the tacos next time around, since they were cooked perfectly and the garnish was fresh and amazing. My burger was cooked exactly as ordered, and the blue cheese was great - I just think I'll mix it up next go round with tacos! Our server was Charles, and he was incredibly nice. He made great recommendations both with food and drinks, so if you can sit in his area, do it. Overall: A+ Go there. Get coconut shrimp rolls. Dr. Funk is amazing. You won't regret it.

    (5)

  • BJ J.

    Don't go for the food. Maybe the drinks are pretty good and boost the rating. We had the Hula Hash breakfast scramble. It was eggs, has Browns and pulled pork. No sauces to make it interesting. Very bland said my wife who ordered the same thing. Kids food was equally as tasteless. We will never go back.

    (2)

  • Irene V.

    So when I heard Hula's was opening another location (thank you Yelp!) I knew I had to be there for the Grand Opening. Turns out so did quite a few other people! Hula's is a very popular place. With good reason. Killer drinks, great ambiance and the food is just like it is at the Phoenix location. This is a really fun place to hang out. Just awesome! For food this time I tried something different. I opted for the Fish Sandwich, with blackened hapu, taco slaw, sun-dried tomato pesto aioli. It's huge! (Served with way too many fries.) And yet, I continued to eat well past my filling point. Here's why. The sandwich melted in my mouth. It was spiced, but not hot! hot! hot! burn the place down. Just enough kick to keep things interesting. If I hadn't planned to paint the town red I could have readily saved half for lunch the next day. BUT NO. I ate it all. (And then I complain about my dress size. Pfft!) For drinks I started off with a porter. As the holidays are a fond memory (unless you had to wrap too many presents) I fear that my dark beers will be saying farewell. Get this! This Hula's stocks Black Butte's Porter (in a bottle). Be still my heart. {Flutter, flutter} If that wasn't enough Hula's makes a wonderful Dark & Stormy. As it was before the end of a witching hour, I made off with HH pricing. These bartenders really know what they're doing with this drink! It had just the right balance of ginger. Hula's is upfront about telling you the cost on the menu for built in gratuity. Larger parties have 18% built in. Split checks on groups have 20% built in. A bunch of us strolled in and were able to sit at a communal table. I'd highly recommend making a reservation if you can. (For parties of six or more.) This is a hot spot! p.s. Thank you Yelp friends who dressed in 50's Vegas/Palm Springs attire just for the fun of it!

    (5)

  • Millie S.

    Enjoying dinner with my family. ..food was Amazing. .Service was Excellent! Our server Rachael took out the time to explain what the best foods on the menu are, she has a bubbly personality and was a joy to chat with... we were greeted by an adorable young lady named Elle ... great attitude full of energy loved her spirit... the manager "Tyler always makes it a point to come over and say hello.......he makes us feel like family!!! We will definitely be back! LOVE this place Millie S.

    (5)

  • Irina H.

    This new location really hit it out of the park! Remarkably good in atmosphere, service and food. Can't wait to come back! My husband and I were biking by and saw this adorable new location of a place we like downtown, and stopped in - so glad we did! The decor is lovely - tons of blond wood, an open floor plan, 50s tiki bar feel, gorgeous bar - even the bathrooms are really cute!. The hostess was really nice, but the server was just wonderful. He was super helpful, gave us tons of information, and had a 100 watt smile, to boot. On his advice, we ordered the blackened Ahi tuna sandwich, and it was amazing!! The fish was really fresh, the seasonings really brought out the flavor without overpowering it, and light coleslaw and pico really rounded it out. This was accompanied by some spectacular sweet and regular fries - absolutely the best fries I've tasted in a long time. Really top-notch.

    (5)

  • Pilar D.

    We came here with the intent of having brunch. We sat at the bar so we could watch golf. They were having a mimosa special for $2! And, it's not just champagne/sparkling wine and o.j.-- you could have pineapple juice, cranberry, and some other kind of juice (I forgot what the last one was). We ordered a pineapple mimosa and it was delish. We were also going to get food but got a text that someone made lunch for us. We told the bartender and he was still cool. Definitely coming back here next time we're in town.

    (4)

  • Kelsey W.

    Came for happy hour with my dad and sister last Wednesday, and Hula's definitely exceeded my expectations! We were seated immediately and all shared quite a few different things... pork tacos, crispy fish tacos, ceviche, poke, coconut shrimp rolls... the food was spectacular. We also had beer, mimosas, and mai-tais and the pricing is seriously unbeatable for happy hour (it goes all night on Wednesdays!) I am definitely coming back for $2 mimosas at weekend brunch :) Also the homemade key lime pie was AMAZING, we were pleasantly surprised to find that they use the authentic Nellie & Joe's lime juice brand that is used in Key West!:) The guy sitting next to us had the coconut cream pie (overheard him say "the best coconut pie I've ever had") and after that we regretted not ordering a slice of each ;) However the BEST part was our server Juan. So knowledgeable, personable, helpful, friendly, great recommendation... really went the extra mile. Showed up with things we needed before we could even ask! Managers please take note of this awesome staff member. Food runners were really great as well :) Thanks Hula's!

    (5)

  • Danielle H.

    I always loved Hulas in Phoenix for HH. Was invited to Sunday Brunch at Hulas in Old Town. Was pleasantly surprised no wait. Yay! Was not expecting that. They had Happy Hour drink pricing going on as well. Sweet! I was thirsty so I tried a cranberry mimosa & pineapple mimosa. I love Eggs Benedict & they had a few types to choose from. Benny with Portuguese Sausage caught my eye. Asked the server if was linguisa? She didn't know. I took my chances ordered it and I am glad I did. Delish! It was linguisa. I love linguisa. 3 other pals all tried the Hula Hangover Hash and loved it. Plantains were also ordered and they were great! Brownie/ice cream arrived in a pot with a paper umbrella. Glad we tried it and hope to visit again. Aloha!

    (4)

  • Rachel D.

    Good food, great atmosphere! Great place for drinks and food with a friend!

    (4)

  • Sean L.

    Not a bad spot. I was in for a late lunch and it was pretty quiet. I bet it's a fun place when it's packed. The staff were great and the service was fast. I had the ceviche for a starter which was excellent. The main a Thai rice bowl was ok. The only thing Thai about it was the look. I'll try it again for sure. 3.5 stars would make me feel better.

    (4)

  • Jessica K.

    Stopped in for dinner late on a Monday night. The restaurant was pretty empty and we were seated immediately. We ordered drinks (hurricane and painkiller) and were impressed -- take a sip, close your eyes, and the flavors will transport you to the beach. For an appetizer we ordered the Hawaiian Ceviche (made with hapu). Awesome ceviche - the addition of coconut milk was different, but amazing. I've ordered hapu when in Hawaii, but rarely see it named on a menu here. I am a fan of its buttery texture and mild flavor, so I was excited to see it as a staple on the menu. Dinner was a different story. I ordered the CocoJoe's Chicken Plate. The chicken was very rubbery. Had the meat been good, the whole dish would have been awesome, but when the main attraction on the plate is bad... :-( In hindsight, I should have sent it back. Instead, I picked at it. My friend ordered the Shrimp Tacos. She was drawn in by a word in the description: spicy. Unfortunately, the dish was absolutely not spicy. We joked that we should have stopped after our appetizer. I will give Hula's another try one of these days. Luau pork or a hapu fish sandwich perhaps... definitely more drinks and ceviche.

    (3)

  • Liz M.

    Had brunch here one Sunday after we realized that RnR's brunch would be a 2 hour wait and far too loud for some of our more hung over party members (me). The double cranberry mimosas are what we came for and we stayed for the food. I had the French Toast, of which I'm not usually a fan of, but this came out P.E.R.F.E.C.T. This is a plate that can be split between two people if you're not ravenous. I also go to try my friend's ahi, which was so perfect I think about ordering just that sometimes, and I'm not much of fan of fish. Two people in my group got the eggs benedict and were in heaven. The hostess was the weirdest though. She didn't seem to actually SEE us when we came in until we actually said something, and getting her to do anything that didn't include having us expressly tell her what she should be doing was like pulling teeth.

    (4)

  • Addison G.

    First off, the food was amazing! I am hawaiian so I know the good stuff. And boy did this hit the spot. We came in for lunch but they were still serving breakfast. So I got the loco moco and some Portuguese sausage. That was the nicest, fanciest, best tasting loco moco I've ever had. Portuguese sausage was a bit spicier than what I'm used to, but still good. The service was amazing! We had the nicest waiter! We were getting ready to move here from Idaho and our server actually stayed past his shift to sit down and talk with us about the area. Go!!!

    (5)

  • Rachel C.

    This place has great HH bites . . . and unique drinks! When you are looking for something a little bit different and are really tired of the green-chile-chips-and-salsa route, try Hula's for a change of pace. Relaxed and laid back just like the Pacific islands, Hula's Modern Tiki is a place to wind-down and have some great food. The best thing about this place, even beyond the great food, is the service. Wonderful! Everyone made us feel like they were truly happy that, of all the Old Town choices, we had selected Hula's. Parking is a bear unless you get there early . . . but that just gives you longer to enjoy Happy Hour!

    (5)

  • Stephen S.

    Came here while at a conference with my coworkers. Definitely expected the retro '50s hula-and-pinup-style tiki bar and whomp whomp what a letdown. The place resembles most Thai restaurants up here in NYC. Don't get me wrong. It's clean and modern looking. But in NO WAY resembles a tiki bar except when mai tais with paper umbrellas on them were on the table. Food was decent. I had a pineapple glazed grilled chicken sandwich. Coworkers had various fish dishes and drinks and enjoyed them. Waiter was kind of rude and impatient with one of our group who needed an explanation of some of the menu items. All in all, don't come here if you're expecting a tiki bar vibe AT ALL. Come for the food which was alright, or the drinks which tasted and looked good.

    (3)

  • Dave C.

    Drinks were good. Mai Tai is different, but they tell you that. Painkiller was our favorite - get the dark rum float. Hurricane was good too. Food was ok. We tried Baka fish tacos - nice portion size and tasty. Coconut shrimp rolls not so good. Sauce was way too sweet. Weird that their TV is not HD?? New place and you can't spring for HD?? Come on owners!!!

    (3)

  • Edward A.

    Great food for decent prices. The hula burger was pretty well cooked and I'm definitely considering coming back

    (4)

  • Prachie J.

    This is such a cute place to get a few drinks and some bites and enjoy a warm evening in downtown Scottsdale. The crowd is mostly younger 20somethings and 30somethings, which is refreshing because it seems to be generally an older crowd that hangs out at nicer places in the downtown area. We really loved sitting outside and enjoying our cocktails. I would definitely go back and try more food :)

    (4)

  • Robbie G.

    I can't say it enough, I LOVE the Scottsdale Hula's location. We only found this place a couple weeks ago, and have already been twice. The food is amazing, especially the pork tacos. This location does the mayo-based slaw with their pork tacos, which I prefer, but you can also request the dry slaw they use at the downtown location if it is your preference. The first time we went we had Charles (Charlie, I think) as our waiter. He was absolutely phenomenal. If he's working, definitely request him. He's super friendly, very attentive, makes great menu suggestions if requested, and isn't afraid to give you an honest opinion of a dish, which I find to be a sign of a great waiter and restaurant. The second time we went we also had an excellent waiter, but sadly I cannot remember his name. The restaurant is brand new, and has a large open-air layout with both indoor and outdoor seating. The food is prepared fresh, and the portion sizes are generous. My fiance is a fan of the shrimp rolls, the fries are hand cut, and the pork tacos are overflowing with juicy goodness. Just writing the review makes me want to go back for more! As if that weren't enough, they also have a full bar, and menu specials pretty much every night of the week. The menu is pretty substantial, so if you haven't been before it may take you some time to decide what you want. Fairly certain there is no wrong choice, but I think I need to back another time or two, or ten....ya know....just to make sure.

    (5)

  • Kim H.

    Have been a number of times, but finally found my dish- the grilled fish tacos. Perfectly prepared and super fresh every time I have them. Fish is tender and slightly blackened on corn tortillas with cabbage and a side of black beans and coconut rice. Really flavorful and healthy! Also last time had a bite of friends ribeye- it was awesome

    (4)

  • Jeremia F.

    Totally solid place! Excellent drink selections to include a variety of beers on draft. I went with a Tuna Steak sandwich. It was really awesome, a fresh high quality tuna steak that was seasoned and cooked to perfection and presented alongside a large pile of sweet potatoe fries made me happy I can here for my lunch while in the area. The service was fast and friendly and even made sure we didn't forget our leftovers!

    (5)

  • Brittany W.

    What's better than happy hour from 3-11pm on a Wednesday night? Not much! Hula's happy hour on Wednesday makes happy hour during the week possible for everyone. Their pork tacos and crispy coconut shrimp rolls are finger lickin' good. My personal favorite on their entire menu is their abalone style calamari which I like to refer to as their grilled calamari. I crave it all the time! It comes with an amazing lime-ginger cream sauce that compliments the calamari perfectly. Their brunch menu is also fantastic, I recommend the Hangover Hash, which if you do actually have a hangover, works magic. Otherwise it's just plain delicious. Hula's atmosphere is fun and a nice change of pace for us Arizonans.

    (5)

  • Robert M.

    This place is a find. In the heart of downtown Scottsdale, it's close to the art gallery district. Not at all what you think of when you hear "Tiki", this has an open air setting, and beautiful dark woods. Just a gorgeous location, with a warm feel. The service was outstanding. Both the salad and the chicken curry were prepared to order and were extremely delicious. The chef here has a refined taste for sauces. I hope the trend of open elegant delicious dining started by Hula's Modern Tiki extends elsewhere. Great restaurant, and highly recommended.

    (5)

  • JJ L.

    Pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw was amazing, Polynesian Chicken Burger !!! . Service was good and prompt, but server was not in her happy place today. If she smiled once I would have gave it 4 stars.

    (3)

  • S K.

    Got the chicken sandwich which was very good. As good as any trendy gastro pub would serve. There is little to suggest hawaii, except the large tiki out front and,for some some reason, the beer..kona brewing. Unfortunately, I'm not a fan of Kona. With the craft beer explosion going on now,I'd love to see a much bigger selection(check out beer advocate please). That being said, the atmosphere in there was outstanding and the music is indie,which gets an A+!

    (5)

  • Sophia W.

    BOMB!! Okay, I usually go into more detail but it's not necessary, you just need to go try it out for yourself. Great food, good prices, nice portions, knowledgable staff, and cool ambiance!

    (5)

  • Scott C.

    My barber couldn't squeeze me in until 2:30 pm and since it was close to lunch time, I made the executive decision to explore Old Town Scottsdale. Out comes my Yelp app, close by was a ton of interesting options. Hula's Modern Tiki caught my attention and within three minutes, I was parking in their off-street lot (nice!). Nice vibe and very helpful staff. They had the front completely open and I chose to sit out there. The hostess noticed the table needed to be wiped down and ran to get a dish rag, much appreciated. Menu is fairly deep but I was fixated (as always) on the tacos. I choose two, the sweet pork and the habanero lime tacos. Both were bursting with flavor. The pork was delicious, some of the best I've had and I make this at home a lot! The habanero lime tacos were excellent, really not spicy so I'm not sure they're named correctly but still the flavor profiles were fantastic. Had iced tea and it was excellent, very good and my server kept it full. Overall, I'll go back and take the Princess along (she wasn't happy I went without her). Great food and service.

    (4)

  • Morris P.

    The brunch-Happy Hour is the bomb, I loved the Loco Moco and the Ceviche was off the hook. I will recommend this place to my friends.

    (5)

  • Marie M.

    I love this place!! Great food!! They put a twist on traditional island food. Food was on point and full of flavor. I would say though, I was disappointed then ran out of the dessert I wanted!! Brownie with MacadamiaNut Ice Cream!! Server was good, checked up on us quite often and always made sure our drinks were full!!

    (5)

  • Joni L.

    One might think a Polynesian restaurant in the middle of an old western town would feel out of place...but not so! It's quaint and refreshing. I'm no Hawaiian food connoisseur, but the Mongolian beef bowl was delicious. The pineapple-infused wine...not so much :-/ Order a Mai Tai instead ;)

    (4)

  • Paul R.

    Hulas is a solid option if you are in the Old Town area. I love the tiki bar concept and their amazing Polynesian cocktails. Be aware these are strong drinks. I sat at the bar and Hulas does not skimp on their pours. Service at the bar was friendly and prompt. The menu is amazing and it took me a while to decide. I was using Yelp mobile and reading all the reviews and each "you have to try this App or entrée" review just added to my indecision. I finally decided to order the Ahi tuna tacos and they were seared perfect, spicy, and served on a bed of coleslaw. A side of rice accompanied my tacos. I would highly recommend Hulas for their cocktails, Apps, and entrees. Lastly they have a great extended happy hour. I believe they have daily speciasl as well.

    (5)

  • Denise M.

    Went back to Scottsdale location. As always, the food was delish! Staff friendly and great service! The hapu bowl with line curry sauce is a must as well as the famous scorpion bowl! You can't go wrong here -

    (5)

  • Diane J.

    What a yummy find! Wandering around old Scottsdale and didn't know what we wanted to eat. Hula's looked inviting so we stopped for lunch. My shrimp tacos were awesome, Steve's habanero lime chicken tacos were great and not searing hot-the flavors were well blended. Server Reuben was very good and my mai tai was bueno. We'd come back!

    (5)

  • Melissa Z.

    First of all, Tyler is hands-down one of the best servers I've ever had. He's pleasant, well-versed on the menu, and committed to excellent service. Ask for a table in his section... On to the food: my bf had the steak sandwich cooked medium-rare and said it was outstanding. I had the macadamia-crusted mahi mahi with a papaya salsa and it was also great. If you're into dessert, try the "pot brownie." Don't worry, it's legal.

    (5)

  • Mandi B.

    I am a big fan of Hula's opening up a spot in my hood! I've been a handful of times and have not been disappointed with the food, drink or service. Hula's hash for brunch was amazing, sweet potato fries are yum ... Dr Funk, Zombie and Tiki Bastard are among my fave drinks. I did not care for the lilikoi (passion fruit) margarita, but there are plenty of other options to choose from. I haven't done the lunch or dinner menu yet, but I'm sure I will soon! I'll be trying out a veggie/vegan option next time. The layout is nice and hasn't been overly crowded on any of my visits. I've always been able to get a table and/or sit at the bar. Tables are comfy and they have a big community-style table in the bar area that would work good for a group doing drinks & apps during happy hour (which they've dubbed tiki hour.)

    (4)

  • Reese C.

    Bless Your Heart. Oh, bless your little heart Hula's. I'm a little behind on reviewing this new location because I've been swamped with visitors. Had I done so earlier from all my previous visits, my review would have garnered more stars. Kinda glad I dropped the ball. So I call to make a reservation for a party of 6. I was told that they only take reservations for 8 or more and to just 'walk in'. In March. Seriously? Walk in during spring training with six people? In Old Town. I was also told it was "no problem to walk in" Um, yeah. I'm a local not a tourist and I know better. Eh, whatever. I decided to take my people elsewhere where we could get a reservation. No big deal. I did however, post that I think not taking reservations for 6 is a bad idea. The obnoxious response I got on Facebook, however. Bless your heart. BEing told I "missed out on a great time" is almost comical. REally? Your response to a frequent customer's complaint is to tell me how I "missed out on a great time?!" While I in no way expected a "hey, we will change our policy for you" response, I sure as hell don't appreciate the "too bad, you missed out" comment. A simple professional comment such as , we apologize, or wish we could help, or any other bevy of comments would have been more appropriate. Bless your heart Hula's. I shall be taking my large parties elsewhere. My large parties continue the entire month of March. I shant' be bringing visitors there. so , Hula's.. "you missed out" on really large bills from a bunch of drinkers and out of town visitors with money to spend!

    (1)

  • Jonathan F.

    Worst service I've ever gotten from not only the bar manager but from the general manager as well. They do it every they can to not accommodate you for their happy hour pricing and then I was cut off after 1 drink. Ronnie,The general manager is the person to blame regarding any sort of mishaps with my bill and with my service at this horrible location. I would be so embarrassed if I own this place or if I manage this place. I spend money to dine in nice places and to be served by proper servers however hula in Scottsdale does not have this going on. I was there on Thursday and I was there tonight on Saturday, July 4 Independence Day, and have never received such poor service or disrespect by general manager And a bar manager both times. Aside from your employees stealing and serving undercooked food that gets people sick I hope your location allows you to last more than a few months. I've never been so disrespected at a restaurant and have no problem telling every single person I know that Hula treats people like shit. I am personally saying Ronnie is to blame. I hope the owner of the restaurant called me to apologize for his lack of intuition when hiring a general manager. By the way the pork is generally undercooked and has made a few people I know come home with food poisoning. Thank you Hula in Scottsdale for being such a disrespectful.dirty place to dine while being treated like shit. Again Ronnie is to blame.

    (1)

  • Annette F.

    Awesome place to meet up with friends for some drinks and food! I love the downtown location and as soon as I heard there would be a location in Scottsdale, I was thrilled. Same great concept, same excellent food and service. The sweet potatoes and taco plates are amazing. The taco plates come with one or two tacos, and beans and rice. Brunch is my favorite time to stop in. The Chef's Choice Omelet is my favorite. They do have coffee but I would highly recommend getting a double Pineapple Mimosa. As for other favorite drinks, try the the Dark & Stormy or the Pain Killer. But all the drinks are worth trying! They have all day Happy Hour on the Weekends and Wednesday. Stop by and say hi to Max.

    (5)

  • Kevin A.

    Great Hawaiian style food, customer service and energetic atmosphere. Food was outstanding with good size portions. Hostess and waitress were excellent. The location allowed us to go for a nice walk around the Old Town area after our meal.

    (5)

  • J. V.

    Awesome strong drinks. Happy hour all day on the weekends. Went on a Sunday but because of the small kitchen they were able to provide us with appetizers until 3:30. Great service was great people were friendly.

    (4)

  • Ryan J.

    Pleasant enough place but it doesn't really capture the island vibe that was more evident at the old Trader Vic's. The sandwiches, seafood, and tacos were also good but they didn't really scream South Pacific nor did they necessarily stand out from all of the other great sandwiches, seafood, and tacos that are offered in area.

    (3)

  • Christopher Z.

    Skeptical initally, but everything they did was out of this world!

    (5)

  • Melissa G.

    Great spot for happy hour drinks and bites. We had dinner here during Spring Training and were impressed with the asian fusion offerings and great prices on drink specials! The ambiance is great with a wall of windows that all open up creating a great open atmosphere!

    (4)

  • Jerry S.

    This place is amazing... It's pretty rare to find a restaurant serving Hawaiian cuisine, but this place is way beyond that--it's probably the best Hawaiian restaurant in the country! The chef masterfully combines tropical flavors with succulent BBQ and the result is something you can't really find anywhere else around. The atmosphere is super modern and clean, and the music is good. Everyone's cool and the service is very attentive. Booyah. 5+ stars!

    (5)

  • Krista N.

    We had a great date night here before a movie! Their happy hour is fantastic. We ate 4 apps from that menu and had some drinks and it was great and not too expensive. The bartender was awesome and explained the special drinks they have and even gave me a little floater on the house because he said it was delicious...and it was!

    (5)

  • Noor B.

    As with the Hula's on Central, Hula's in Scottsdale is quite nice. I like that it's located slightly off Scottsdale Road so it doesn't seem as intensely busy. I like the layout of the restaurant a lot, and the service is good. As always, can't go wrong with a mai tai. I also like the tofu tacos and their Caesar salad is delish. If you're touring restaurants in Old Town Scottsdale, give Hula's a go.

    (4)

  • Sheera G.

    Hula's by far is one of my top 3 restaurants in the valley and when i heard a second location was opening in Scottsdale i was excited! This new location offera a nice easy going come as you are atmosphere and love the large open patio. Our service was terrific, she offered suggestions and made sure our drinks were always full. Food was terrific, we ordered my favorite Coconut shrimp rolls with the pineapple sauce is AMAZING! I ordered the luau pulled pork with sweet potato fries, these portions are pretty generous too, I took 1/2 home. My boyfriend ordered the Jamaican jerk chicken with rice, johnny cakes and plantains. Very generous portions....and very flavorful. I posted pics on here too. Highly recommend giving Hulas a try....oh, my favorite drink is called The Painkiller. Thanks Hulas for another location, great service and delish food :)

    (5)

  • Karen D.

    Service was great. Juan Carlos was an excellent attentive server. Great personality. Food was good and reasonably priced. Only thing is they give you WAY too much food! But we enjoyed it.

    (4)

  • Kelley S.

    We live across the street from Hula's and are always looking for good late-night food. Came in last week for the 1st time. Unfortunately, we were in a hurry because we had a movie to catch. Our server (Charlie?) was great, we put in our order right away and had our dinner in less than 10 minutes. I had the Cajun Burger, which was cooked a perfect medium rare and delicious, and my BF had the Mongolian Beef Bowl which he enjoyed as well. We have been back twice since then when we had more time to sit and enjoy our meals!

    (5)

  • Christie M.

    I've been meaning to try this place , I'm happy I finally got to stop in. The food here is pretty good ! I had the Jamaican pork and my date had the ahi tuna. We were both satisfied with our choices. I loved the Maui pineapple wine , it was absolutely amazing. The service was just fine and not overbearing. The atmosphere of this restaurant is fun I like how they have and open patio. However I did not enjoy the rude /standoffish hostess. I understand people have off days but damn she was unfriendly. So much so my date even mentioned something. Anyways check this place out it's well worth it!

    (4)

  • Steven W.

    Came in on a Saturday night and this place was definitely happenin' Positives: - The luau pork dish was absolutely delectable - Happy hour, even on the weekends! Just get there early - Inventive takes on drinks - Really enjoyed the casual, yet modern atmosphere Negatives: - They still weren't taking reservations unless it was for a party of 8 or larger. The hostess did us a favor and allowed us to make a reservation for 6. Even though it was for 8:30, we definitely would've had to wait for at least 15 minutes if we didn't make that reservation...so this policy doesn't make sense - Our server either forgot orders or mixed up orders twice. But she was really nice and seemed to be trying her hardest on a busy weekend - Tahiti lager; would not recommend - Things were a bit more expensive than I anticipated when portion size was taken into account

    (3)

  • Vaughn V.

    The food is fantastic. The drinks are da bomb. Good selection of vino. Daniel, Ronnie, Tyler, & Felipe's top-notch service make Hula's one of my favorite hot spots.

    (5)

  • Tom G.

    I returned to Hula's for a second try, and I was totally impressed. The scene was vibrant and the service was top notch - even the manager recognized his server was very busy and stopped over to check in with us. The food was awesome, and the portion plentiful - I had the Jamaican Pork Plate. I couldn't get enough of it! We also ordered the crunchy spicy chicken tacos, which weren't very spicy, but I understand some don't like things as spicy as others...I suggest kicking it up a notch! I can't wait to return to try more things on the menu. Big thanks to the owner for reaching out to me after my previous experience.

    (5)

  • Christine D.

    Dropped by Hula's while strolling around Old Town Scottsdale. The fiancé and I were looking for a place to have dinner and we came across what looked like a hip and happening place. Honestly a bit out of place in my opinion considering that Hula's is this "modern tiki bar" right in the heart of this western old town scottsdale area but nonetheless we decided to try this place out. Hula's had quite an extensive menu with so many items to choose from I was a bit overwhelmed but our very trendy sweet server Alexis recommended their spicy Thai chicken bowl and their fish plates. We decided to try both. I ordered the Thai chicken bowl minus the beans and the fiancé ordered the lemongrass encrusted hapu. I was really disappointed because we originally wanted to order the butterfish but they were out but Alexis mentioned that the hapu would be another alternative option. The fish was absolutely delicious! Light and flakey and just every bit of perfection! I loved it! Very much comparable to one of my favorite restaurants I frequent in San Diego for Hawaiian fusion dishes! YUM! The portions here are pretty hefty as my Thai chicken bowl was huge! Definitely could feed at least two I think because I can eat for two! Prices here are reasonable for dinner ranging anywhere from 7-26. A great date place since the lighting is so dim it really sets the mood haha however I saw tons of families and children dining here. Would definitely come back the next time I visit Scottsdale and recommended others to try Hula out.

    (5)

  • Stephanie C.

    So pumped about this addition to Oldtown. -Lobster bisque: ample chunks of lobster meat and a creamy, flavorful broth. -Ceviche: perfection served on delicious wonton crisps -Mongolian beef is A MUST. It has some kind of lime, coconut curry sauce. Think it's safe to say anything here w/ a sauce of some kind is a home-run.

    (4)

  • Dave T.

    My fiance and I have been here twice. Once was great, and once was fine. Most recently we sat on the patio, which made for amazing people-watching. Service the second time we were in was much better than the first time. Both times we ordered things our servers recommended. We weren't impressed with the Pulled Pork Sandwich, the Spicy Thai Chicken Bowl, the Shrimp Tacos, or the Ahi Sandwich. We loved the Potstickers, and the Salad that came with the Ahi Sandwich. The place looks great. The ambiance is gorgeous. I hope to check out their mimosa brunch deal ... that sounds affordable and delicious. Sunday Funday anyone? Overall this is a fun place, but I would recommend coming here for drinks and skipping dinner.

    (3)

  • Shelby T.

    Last night we went there after reading about it on yelp. I was definitely impressed :-) On Wednesdays they have all night happy hour, so we started off with The Zombie (a rum pineapple drink) and I got their specialty margarita. My boyfriend hates rum so he just chugged his haha but the margarita was super good :) Got sweet potatoe fries and pork race for an app. Both were BOMB. The pork was so amazing I got the Pork Luau Plate with coleslaw and macaroni salad, I definitely recommend it :) I will be coming back here soon, especially because the service was very good.

    (4)

  • Dolores G.

    I love their Downtown location and when I heard about the new location in Old Town Scottsdale I just about flipped. Being very familiar with their downtown menu (especially their signature drinks) I came in to see how (or if ) this place could really hold its own relative to the Downtown Phoenix location. Hands down, this Hula's is just as good as the Downtown location. While the ambiance is different between the two locations, the food and drink are consistent. I have a few favorites that have carried over from the Downtown location. Drinks - While every one their signature drinks is *AWESOME* [yep have worked my way through that list a few times at the #dtphx location] my favorite is the Dr. FuNk, followed closely by their Mai Thai and Pain Killer. It's easy to slurp down these luscious libations, especially while enjoying the lovely Arizona weather. But be warned, you will want to have a DD, Tipsy Tow or your favorite taxi/driver service on speed dial. It sneaks up on you! As soon as you stand up, after only 2-3 drinks, you will be wondering if someone slipped you a "mickie". Potent stuff! To help off-set the effects of the multiple Mai-Thais. Their food is absolutely yummy. While I have not tried everything on their food menu, what I have tried is delish. Food... [MY top 3] Their Hula Burger with sweet potato fries (that fry sauce they serve with the sweet potato fries is very tasty.) Or just order the fries an order is large enough to share if you are just looking for something to munch on. - Ceviche - chunks of white fish marinated in citrus juice tossed with cilantro. red bell pepper, chopped tomato...It is served with wonton chips. Great to share but I like to make a light meal out of it. - Ahi wontons- wonton chips topped with a thin slice of seasoned and seared ahi tuna (it 's rare for those squeamish about their fish) drizzled with a light wasabi aoli of sorts. This, like the ceviche, is good to share or makes a great light meal. Ahi Poke Salad- chunks of ahi (raw) mixed with avocado and served with wonton chips. I treat this the same as the last two dishes listed above. The Scottsdale location is the first place where I tried their Jamaican Johnny Cakes (Side Order = 6 pieces) - the way they do it here, think of this as a buttery sweet and earthy corn bread. Served warm it accompanies any of their pulled pork or bowls well. I just like it by itself. Plus it is a great way to soak up a little of the booze and maintain your composure. Ok that is enough...you probably didn't make it this far down the review or you did, but only after reading the first 3 sentences.

    (5)

  • Arielle A.

    Good Fun and Lots of Fun!

    (5)

  • Monica J.

    I went to this location yesterday and I was a little disappointed. It just didn't have the same 50s tiki lounge feel as the one downtown. The menu seemed to be mostly the same. Since I was there with some friends on a workday for lunch we didn't get any cocktails. We all ended up getting the two taco plate and we were all pretty happy with them. The grilled fish was fantastic! I also got the pork which was good except that it came with a gross coleslaw even though I had specifically asked if the slaw had a dressing and she said no, it was dry cabbage. She didn't come by to ask how everything was so I just let it go. Overall the service was not that great but they are pretty new still so I'll let it slide. I'd like to give them a try for happy hour but overall it didn't seem to have the same watering hole feel as the one downtown.

    (3)

  • David G.

    During out shopping in downtown Scottsdale, we noticed this restaurant, and realized none of us had ever had food classified as "Tiki" and curiosity had us. They were pretty busy, and all the patrons seemed happy and enjoying them self, and the staffed helped us immediately. We asked to see a menu before they sat us, just to see what type of food they served, and they were happy to oblige. Everything sounded so good, and would be fun to try. Also, being that it happened to be Happy Hour, it didn't make for a hard decision to stay and eat. Everything was so amazing, and the waiter was extremely helpful and explained everything we wanted to know on the dishes. Aside from running out of Key lime pie, there was no let down what so ever. Can't be mad about the pie anyway, I'm sure if it was as good as the rest of the food and drinks it goes quick until its gone. Definitely will be back on our next trip out.

    (5)

  • Art G.

    What an awesome place! I feel this place is a hidden GEM for food. Decided to write this review after being pleasantly surprised by another great tasting dish. I am a big fan of all their protein loaded dishes/bowls. From the Mongolian beef bowl, Spicy Thai chicken, to my favorite the Jawaiian Jerk chicken plate, Jamaican Johnny cakes, an it's mashed potatoes and the plantains. Just tried the Cajun ahi caesar and that too is amazing. As you can see I'm a big fan of spicy food, so if you are too I HIGHLY recommend it. Staff here is great too. So far I've been taken care of by Sierra and Max and they are wonderful bartenders. It's also nice to find out that the person bussing your tables might be one of the managers who aren't above bussing tables for customers. All around a great place for food and hospitality!

    (5)

  • Vanessa M.

    Awesome food, especially for the low prices. Came in on a random Friday afternoon, knowing practically nothing about this restaurant. I was glad to find the menu to be filled with a wide range of variety from burgers to rice bowls. I had tried for the first time, the corn bread they have which let me say was suppose to be a side dish. Ended up taking most of the table! Which after tasting the bread, was a good thing to have some left over. Had an order of the ribs which were cooked pretty good. Though I wish the sauce had been a bit tastier. Not complaining though, ate most of them! Definitely will be coming back.

    (4)

  • Stephanie R.

    Tried this place based on Yelp reviews. My husband and I had the steak sandwich and Jawaiian Jerk Pork Plate...both were delicious. The menu is pretty extensive for a smaller place so it was hard to decide what to get! Would give it 5 stars except for how loud the dining area is. Would definitely eat here regularly if I lived local.

    (4)

  • Sean C.

    A friend and I came in on a Thursday night around 11 hoping to get a late night bite and check out Hula's Modern Tiki (formally Big Earls BBQ). Upon arriving we were informed the kitchen was partially open due to the late hour and would not be able to prepare select items on the menu. Not really too hungry we were fine with the limited selection. The special on Thursday nights features a word of the day you can access through Facebook that grants you 2-4-1 drinks. We decided to try out their Hula Mai-Tai which is a stronger, less sweet twist on the traditional cocktail. It was the perfect balance of rum and tart citrus. We then started with the white fish ceviche, which was light and delicious. The accompanied wontons provided the perfect amount of crunch. We scarfed the plate down in a matter of minutes, which was followed by our ahi tuna tacos. They were a bit on the spicy side for my own preference, but were pulled together nicely by their rice and beans which cooled the dish down a little, the ahi wasn't incredible but by far not the worse. For being as late as it was I was happy with the attentiveness of our server and the overall ambiance of the restaurant. My date was on shazam the whole course of our dinner looking up long lost songs she had forgotten over the years. Overall, I enjoyed my dinning experience at Hula's and am eager to come back earlier in the night to try other entrees that I missed out on ( the ribs!!! ). There is definite potential and the fun, laid back atmosphere accompanied by a extensive tropical drink menu will lead to a successful addition to Old Town.

    (4)

  • Anna M.

    I am so excited to have a Hula's in Scottsdale!!! The new location is beautiful with the entire front wall opening up to the street for optimal people watching. The drinks are nice and strong just like the Central location and the menu is very similar. I had the Spicy Shrimp Caesar Salad today and it was delish. The portions are VERY generous and the staff is great. Hula's is a breath of fresh air in Old Town...go there NOW!

    (5)

  • Melinda L.

    We had the hangover hash! It was delicious and we loved the serving size!!! Great staff and service.

    (5)

  • Nalani G.

    I love the black bean burger and sweet potato fries! It's the best "veggie" burger that I've ever had. The service is fast and friendly.

    (5)

  • Kiko' N.

    Great drink great appetizer, really great HH. Other meals seems really tempting will come back for branch tomorrow . Seems like all workers are working hard and very pretty ppl works here! Bad things is owner don't sell tank top! I could wear in CA would have add for everyone!!!!!! But not for sale ;-( bad

    (5)

  • Alejandro L.

    The drinks are excellent, prime location in old town scottsdale. The bowls and pork are recommended. Tried a Tahitian beer for the first time in the Tiki House. Really cool restaurant with a perfect atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Kathy G.

    Great place to go for fun drinks!! Me and a friend went here for lunch and the food was amazing. The atmosphere is very true to the name of the place-it's tropical! I ordered a cheeseburger with bacon on it and it was very good. The only thing bad I have to say is that the waitress that was assigned to us wasn't too friendly. It wasn't that she was nasty towards us, but she just seemed to not want to be there and was very unenthusiastic about it. Besides that slight issue, I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a good time.

    (4)

  • Aileen S.

    Got a little taste of home in Old Town, Scottsdale. I ordered the Loco Moco and made the waitress smile when I asked for Tabasco... "You must be from Hawaii!" The food was good. We also tried the ceviche, fish tacos, and the fish cakes: all delicious. I have mixed reviews on the drinks: my drink tasted like plain/bland fruit punch (couldn't taste any rum), while my friend's drink was way too strong (she actually had to return the drink to get it fixed.) At least the margaritas were okay.

    (4)

  • JJ C.

    They have soooooo many drinks to choose from here. The food was so-so and I probably won't eat here again but the drinks!!! The drinks are worthy for coming back again and again. There's a drink that even comes with its own back scratcher! Crazy! The staff is pretty amazing but service is a little slow so either be patient or don't come here if you're in a hurry to go go go go go. It's a great happy hour spot as well. Came here with a few friends a couple of times.

    (4)

  • Olya L.

    The food is ok. I don't think it's expensive for what you get. I think the atmosphere is cool... very modern. But food was so so.

    (2)

  • Laura P.

    Great clean Hawaiian taste. Ceviche was light, fresh and tasty. The bowls are filling and delicious. Nice environment and great service.

    (4)

  • Geet M.

    Ridiculously good eats...the chef has brought together the most flavorful combos it's perfection on a platter. The service here was stellar, Tyler made sure we had everything we needed the entire time and gave great recommendations. Highly recommend: Island style poke: couldn't stop eating it! Mango chicken Caesar: mango and Caesar? who knew? with the grilled slightly spicy (heavily flavorful) this was eaten to the last leaf Coco Joes chicken plate (with rice and beans): so so good (repeat x 10) Sides: The avocado side is 1/4 a whole avocado (which was perfectly ripe) Shiitakes: cooked to perfection Wasabi mashed: pretty good, not my all time favorite Sundae: 3 scoops of ice cream with a chocolate drizzle and macadamia nuts Cant wait to go back!

    (5)

  • William W.

    Had a nice lunch there. Even on a warm day the restaurant is very comfortable and airy with the front open. We ate the shrimp tacos, excellent, the calamari sandwich, good, and the teriyaki chicken. My only negative is the hot spice that is put on the pineapple that goes on the chicken.... Not mentioned on the menu and an unpleasant surprise for the guest eating it! Other than that, great venue, attentive service, good drinks, we will be back

    (4)

  • Jessica B.

    AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS!!! Their menu has so much of an variety! Great service and atmosphere too! Hands down my new favorite spot! Highly recommend!!

    (5)

  • Eric C.

    Good was good, however service was terrible, it took about 10 minutes to get silverware after they dropped the food. A cup of coffee took 20 minutes and French fries are "a la carte" with a burger during lunch. There's better places to go within a block of this place.

    (2)

  • Diana M.

    Reasonably priced, terrific food, great service!

    (5)

  • Allison T.

    I've been to the Hula's in downtown Phoenix several times but I only seem to order drinks there and eat someplace else. I've always loved the atmosphere at Hula's and the cocktails so when the new location opened up in Scottsdale, my friend and I decided to eat dinner there before hitting the town. The location is great and has a small, very small, private parking lot. Be weary if you park there about backing out. Seating was varied with some booth/table set ups, small 2 person tables, bar seating and high top "communal" or large group seating. There were a couple parties going on and it was still comfy for everyone. What we ordered: - Island Style Poke: about $14 on my bill (market price) with a side of wontons ($1) was just fantastic. Loved it, almost didn't want to share it with my friend. - Seaweed Salad: $4 - great portion, great dressing, just great. I will order there every time I'm there from now on. - Blackand Ahi Tuna Sandwhich with a mix of sweet potato fries and standard fries: I could not get enough of this sandwhich. The bread choice was fantastic. It was soft enough that made it easy to bite into the Ahi. The seasoning was great, and the potatoes were perfect. My friend got the Mango Chicken Caesar Salad: It was a huge salad, with a chicken breast. I haven't had blackened chicken in a while, so I was surprised that it was spicy. Really tasty though, just FYI. The waiter was attentive and the staff was really nice. I would definitely come back for dinner again.

    (4)

  • Garon M.

    Awesome food, great service, the bar is amazing. Martinis are their speciality. Perfectly made. At the Scottsdale location ask for Sierra, best cocktails and amazing service!

    (5)

  • Tyler R.

    Awful food... Burgers were way over cooked and had no flavor, waitress was really unhelpful. Would never go again.

    (1)

  • mei s.

    Very hip place with friendly service. We were the only family there but we got there early so we didn't quite feel so out of place. We ordered a thai chicken bowl, a mango chicken Caesar salad, a steak taco and a jerk pork plate. It was all pretty good, I have to say the jerk pork plate was probably the best. The meat was very juicy and not dry at all. The cocktail drinks were also fun. We ordered a dr funk which had coconut rum, vodka, creme de banana, pineapple and oj and also a tiki bastard which contained Gin bourbon cherry syrup lime cock n bull ginger brew. I think the tiki bastard was better and that's because I got a fix for bourbon lately.

    (4)

  • Bodhi B.

    I typically prefer going here for breakfast because it's sooooo freakin good! Lunch of dinner is good but I need to be in the mood. I recommend the cajun burger if you do though. 4 stars for slow service the past three times I've gone. Did I mention they play really good music? That's key for me. If they played some bumpkin country music it wouldn't be as cool ya know what I mean?

    (4)

  • Angelina G.

    So excited that they brought this place to Old Town Scottsdale. Their food is amazing, especially the fish tacos. I just wish their was more patio space.

    (4)

  • Lawrence T.

    I love hulas, my favorite thing are the potstickers I can eat them all day everyday. I took my girlfriend here and every time we come we order at least 2 or 3 of them.

    (4)

  • A A.

    I am so happy that they moved closer to me. I've been a patron at their Central Ave location since forever but was always a pain to get to. I love their cocktails so to prevent any DUI it was always a $30 cab ride each way. No longer thanks to this new location! The cocktails are good. The food is always delicious. I love the curry bowl, veggie burgers, tacos basically you can not go wrong with anything on the menu. Lots of vegetarian/vegan options.

    (5)

  • David G.

    It's very hard to see how anyone can be really pleased with Hula's, at least with the Scottsdale location. The restaurant is modern, clean, and comfortable, but sterile with only the vaguest hints of Hawaii. The service, for us at least, was polite but uncaring and sometimes inattentive. And the food was mainly average with an occasionally below average item thrown in. For example, what they call a Luau platter contains very pedestrian BBQ pulled pork, not luau style at all. When you bake a pig in an earth over, wrapped in banana leaves, you get the meat that you don't really have to shread because it falls apart. And you get the whole hog mixed together which adds a complexity of flavors and textures. With shredded pork shoulder or butt you get pulled pork. It's not the same thing, and Hula's version is not even a good rendition of pulled pork. None of the other items was much better, except for the sweet plantains (hard to ruin) and the rice. Hula's squeaks by with three stars but it could have gotten two for the disappointment.

    (3)

  • Genevieve L.

    This is a cute place in the middle of the old town shops. I'd say the cuisine is American with some Hawaiian flair. I went with a group and we were able to get something that pleased each of our palates. They have everything from simple burgers to tangy ceviche. What I really liked was their plantain chips. They didn't have the oily "just took them off the fryer" taste. Maybe they bake them?

    (4)

  • Brad J.

    Drinks: Just fine, most cocktails on the sweeter side. limited hard liquor options. Food: unlike others, do NOT recommend the coconut shrimp - too sweet, hardly any shrimp, highly recommend the ahi tuna wontons instead service: sat at the bar. Very prompt and attentive.

    (3)

  • Mary L.

    I so wish you could give stars by dept. We have been to Hula's now on two occasions. The first was a Friday night just for a drink. We had a Scorpion for 2 and it was delicious and well made. Service could have been a bit friendlier from the bar staff. A guy waited on us and was nice but there was also a female bartender with dark straight hair who looked at us and just kind of stood there while he jumped in. It was after main dinner hours so maybe she was just getting cut but it didn't look to good, at least to us. We did enjoy our drinks and knew we would be back. Second visit, party of 4 and we sat at the bar. Daniel was the bartender and was very friendly and attentive. He got us set up with menus and we ordered cocktails. My friend and I shared a scorpion for 2 since she had heard my rave review. It was good but not as well balanced as my first visit. These large drinks should always be made with portion devices/jiggers! It was a bit strong and I was feeling it the next day, fun night though! This is where I wish I could put the star review to the right dept. as we started to order the list of things you were out of or weren't available was a bit lengthy and in no way Daniel's fault. He made some good alternative suggestions but it's really not cool to put your staff in that position. We enjoyed what we ended up getting. In the end and will certainly be back. The build out and decor is great. Cushions for the metal chairs would be a nice touch though. Wish we had more sidewalk dining in oldtown. Smart move there!

    (3)

  • Jennifer L.

    Against my better judgement I decided to give this place another try. We arrived at the restaurant at 12:35PM and at 1:35 PM were still waiting for our food. The place was not busy. Our waitress stopped by once during that time to check on our drinks. It seemed the place was just extremely slow overall because the people around us that were there when we got there had to wait a long time for their food also. The food was disappointing again. I ordered a plain cheeseburger. I actually said plain, just meat, cheese and ketchup. It came COVERED in onions. There is nothing I despise on this earth more than onions. My hatred of onions is worse than Lord Voldemort's hatred of Harry Potter. The waitress tried to take it back but there's absolutely no way I'm going to sit around and wait for another hour for a 2nd order so I told her to leave it. It then took forever to get our check and pay the bill. I know other people enjoy this place but I can't think of any reason I would ever eat here again.

    (1)

  • Nathan D.

    Had a good time there. Seating is limited and had to sit outside when it was super hot. I also ran out of there so fast because I was on a date and forgot to tip by accident. The waitress decided to take it upon herself and add a $5 tip onto my card which I wasn't pleased about. I always try to tip but I find adding on money for yourself to be rude.

    (3)

  • KD M.

    My guy and I were visiting a relative in Scottsdale, and I researched for a good week, looking for a place to have a bite to eat as well as good cocktails. After searching on Yelp for others' opinions, I found this place (originally only knowing about the Phoenix location, but luckily spotted their Scottsdale location). We were there around 8pm, and were seated quickly. The place is smaller than I expected, but wasn't too crowded. We were seated promptly, and made our drink orders. The food was good, as well as the drinks. Service was spot on. I plan to stop by this place whenever we're in town visiting again.

    (5)

  • Lindsey D.

    Hula gets a high five in my book and I'll sum up why they do. First of all, they serve brunch on Saturdays and Sundays but that's not even the best part. They also serve all day happy hour on Saturdays and Sundays as well. Technically it's not called "all day happy hour," but they serve it from morning until 7:00 PM. In my mind, that counts as all day! Do you know what this means? $2 mimosas and $5 cocktails. I almost didn't want to give away the brunch secret but since I love Hula's, I decided to share it anyway. The brunch was really good and they have a great Polynesian twist on basic breakfast items. They even offer fried spam for their eggs Benedict. Very random, but I'm almost intrigued to give it a try. Almost. Not only does the brunch menu include breakfast, but it also offers a wide variety of sandwiches and tacos. Besides weekend brunch, they also have a great lunch and dinner. I've enjoyed both the Polynesian chicken sandwich as well as the steak sandwich. Both were flavorful but I personally like the steak sandwich more because it had a serious kick. I wouldn't get it if you can't handle spice. The chicken sandwich had a delicious teryiaki like sauce. We have also had their crispy shrimp rolls which were a nice way to start the meal. They were tasty but not overly filling. My favorite cocktail? The Painkiller or the Mai Tai. They taste like vacation. All that's missing is the ocean but Scottsdale will just have to work on that harder. Finally, I really like their chill atmosphere and open environment. It's very fresh and airy with the big sliding doors and the patio (although small) is perfect. Do you have a four-legged friend? The patio is dog friendly!

    (5)

  • Cyn V.

    Since my friend loves rum infused drinks we decided to come here for bites on a Saturday afternoon. I'm not into fruity drinks with fluffy umbrellas on them but my friend loved every drink they ordered the crispy coconut shrimp egg rolls. Everything was delicious. I can see myself come back on a Friday and Saturday night to enjoy more of the scene.

    (3)

  • Ginger A.

    Our favorite meal on our trip. Great service, amazing drinks, and rich, tasty food. Have a Johnny Cake; they're terrific. Reasonably priced, too.

    (5)

  • Bonneil K.

    Food was to die for. We ordered the shrimp rolls, fish cakes, pork tacos, and tofu tacos...everything was on par ESPECIALLY the shrimp rolls and pork tacos. The highlight of this establishment was the service. Our waiter was perfect and what was most surprising was that the food/drinks came out at light speed. Beds happy hour spot in Scottsdale.

    (5)

  • Lizzy R.

    I've been to Hula's a couple of times now and am definitely a fan so I figured I'd write a review. Pros- Really good food, I recommend the Baja Fish Tacos, and the black bean burger- which is quite possibly one of the best veggie burgers I've ever had! I've been here for brunch too and everything is delicious and Hawaiian themed (cute). Also, GREAT cocktails! I came here yesterday for an event and ordered the Blood Orange Martini, YUM! My friend got the Painkiller and that was amazing too. Cons- Okay so issue number one, it's sort of a weird layout. Near the bar they have two long tables that are parallel to the bar and even though it makes the space look modern and contemporary, I can't help but feel like it's such a waste of space. I get why they have them, for larger groups, but why not connect the booth's that are toward the front? I don't know, but I felt it worth mentioning since everytime I go here with a different person they say the same thing so it must just feel odd to all. Then again, I majored in design as did many of my friends so perhaps we're more sensitive to it then others. Again, this isn't that big of a deal because at the end of the day the food is great so who cares. Issue number two- okay, how do I say this without sounding like a bitch? Hmm can't. Can the front desk girls please put on real pants? Seriously! Yesterday I saw a girl wearing worn-out yoga clothes and thought "Really? Who goes to a place like this from Yoga. That's sorta gross." Then to my horror I realized the girl actually worked there. WOW. Unlike the layout, you might want to re-think this one, Hula. You're too classy and cool of a place to allow workers to be greeting guests in what could pass as pajamas. Like seriously, bikinis would be less offensive at least that's in line with the theme. But again, I come here often and really like it. Those are just my humble suggestions to make this place even better.

    (4)

  • Noah S.

    I generally really like this place, but last night I had a service experience that was incredibly disappointing. The server was extremely discourteous to me and my friends. She hardly approached us besides to take orders and deliver food, and the wait between delivering food to our table and asking us if we needed our checks took a full hour, and only happened because I ended up approaching the host stand to see where she was. When she came over, she gruffly said, "I heard you guys were ready to go?" -- my friends were engaging in a conversation and were laughing as she approached the table, and when she tried getting our attention she looked at our table and said "I'm sorry, is something funny?" Rude and discourteous. I don't understand why you work as a server if you genuinely are so rude to your customers.

    (2)

  • Timothy H.

    This place is great! To keep it simple, I love the food, the drinks, the happy hour, and the bar staff was excellent! I don't know what is wrong with most yelpers, but if you want to review a restaurant as an actual critic does, you need to not bring expectations along with you. Too many yelp reviews have been based off of expectations, but those are completely wrong. Just go dine, take it all in, and then present your review, if needed. Also, we don't need to hear every single detail of your bun, sauce, taste of the burger, crisp lettuce, blah, blah, blah, blah, BLAH!!!! We get it!! You think you're a creative writer! But no one cares! Just go here, eat some food, have some drinks, and enjoy yourself! You're welcome!

    (5)

  • Ernest K.

    I have lived in Honolulu for a number of years and I go back to the islands every year so I am quite partial to Polynesian cuisine. Further, I have been a breakfast person for over 40 years and have frequented every breakfast restaurant in Scottsdale to the point that I am considered a member of the family at each. Many years ago I tried the Loco Moco plate at "Da Kitchen" in Kahalui, Maui and I was hooked. Ever since that time I judge a Hawaiian restaurant by the presentation of their Loco Moco dish. I found Hula's Modern Tiki only this past week (after being in place for 14 months) and of course you know what I ordered :))). A slight variation on the original dish, but their own touch, that I enjoyed very much. I went back two times already to try other dishes and each one took me back to the islands with their flavors. This place is the closest thing that you are going to find "Da kine" in Hawaii. I am so glad they are in Scottsdale. One suggestion: Scottsdale is a breakfast town, not a brunch town; and if you are going to open in the morning on weekends you have to open before 9AM. Even church people won't wait until 9:30 or 10 for a restaurant to open. Look up the street and see those other restaurants that are over crowded by 9AM. Your breakfast is better than theirs, get it out there!!!!!!! Advertise your existence in the Scottsdale section of the Az Republic.

    (4)

  • Kiki L.

    Loved it! Went for brunch Sep 2014. Loved the vibe, food, and cheap drinks. I had to indulge my sweet tooth and have the french toast with plaintains. It was amazeballs. My boyfriend had a salad with tuna and he enjoyed it as well. Can't wait to go back.

    (4)

  • Harold S.

    Thought I would give the Hula another try. Had the pork sandwich with coleslaw. Short story is the pork was tough as leather and hard to chew. The Mai Tai was a little on the lite side and tart side as well. The server was nice, but after the food was delivered to the table, he disappeared. Can't say that Hula will be a return visit, but who knows.

    (1)

  • Mya T.

    Love the location, love the people watching, but mostly I just adore the Modern Tiki Fish Sandwich. It is my favorite menu item.

    (4)

  • Courtney K.

    The name "Hula" makes me think of greasy Hawaiian BBQ but I can promise you that you won't find any of that at this hopping Scottsdale eatery. My friend and I went for lunch and we were pleased that they had their own parking lot (albeit small) and we were surprised that the interior was classy (whereas we were expecting uber casual beachy). Service was prompt and friendly and it was only a matter of time before our lunches arrived - Caesar salad with shrimp rolls and a Polynesian chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries. The Caesar dressing is amazing so I would recommend any of the Caesar salads here. The Polynesian chicken sandwich was excellent but definitely a little messy so if you are at Hulas on a first date or lunch interview I would skip it. :-). For visitors from colder parts of the country, I can see where they would really enjoy the garage doors that roll up for access to the small outdoor patio and to welcome Sonoran breezes. Not only is the food good here but the atmosphere is great too. If you are fortunate enough to be there when the weather is ideal it's reminiscent of a San Diegan or Hawaiian ocean front burger stand.

    (4)

  • Yvette R.

    Love , Love Hula's . The food is always good and the drinks are fun. I've had the fish tacos, burger and the coconut shrimp all have been nothing but spectacular.

    (4)

  • Larry L.

    I'm not happy leaving a negative review on such a great place, but gotta be honest here. One big factor here; I was super hungry! I mean, really hungry "I could eat a whole cow" hungry. I had high expectations for this place but was not satisfied. I ordered one of the bowls Mongolia beef over rice and salad to go. Waited 15-20 mins for it, plus a small drink and total came to $16 plus tip final bill $20. Walked out and rushed back to the office and savoring the meal and how I'm gonna devour this big plate weighing at least 2 pounds. I get to the office so excited to kill this plate. I took out the plate, opened it and BOOM! There I counted 4 small pieces of beef and the whole plate filled with chopped salad and lots of rice on the bottom. At this point, I'm thinking...I just spent $20 on food that wont fill me up, drove 10 mins to the place, waited 15-20 mins for the food and another 10 mins back to the office and all I got was 4 lousy SMALL pieces of beef? Come on man, I'm hungry here! (Now annoyed) Anyways, took me 15 maybe 20 seconds to eat all 4 pieces with some rice and salad and the rest of the 1.7 pounds of rice and salad left(exaggerating) went to the trash. I was still hungry and went and bought a $4 burrito, no tip, lots of steak in it and filled me right up. So in one day, I spent 1 hour and $24 just to fill myself up for lunch. I think that might be a record in my books. I would try this place again but it will not be anytime soon. Larry

    (1)

  • Jim M.

    Just want everyone to know, we Gave Hula's Scottsdale another chance: had a wonderful experience. Greeted right away at the bar by Rachael. We actually felt welcome. Far different experience from the last time. We will be back.

    (4)

  • Andie A.

    My new favorite place in old town!! The drinks are amazing, the food is really good, I love the hula's wings and my husband loves the Cajun burger, he said is the best burger he has ever had and on top of everything they have happy hour on the weekend. We really really like this place :).

    (5)

  • Dana S.

    I visited the Scottsdale location after having a great lunch with a friend at the downtown phoenix Hula ocation. I ordered a Pink Bikini Martini, and my husband a Mai Tai, which were fantastic. We also ordered hapu ceviche, which was fresh and flavorful. For dinner we both ordered Ahi Tuna Sandwiches-- which I was sadly disappointed in. The Ahi Tuna was tough with a lot of tendons.. I could barely eat it, honestly. Sad because on my previous visit I ordered the Ahi Tacos, and they were delicious. For $15 for an Ahi Tuna Sandwich, I would expect a better cut of Tuna. My husband wasn't quite as offended about it and he loved his sandwich. I will definitely be back-- the appetizer, drinks, and ambience won me over even if the meal wasn't quite right.

    (4)

  • Monica S.

    Best pot stickers in Arizona :) I would also recommend the fish tacos!! Also has such a great atmosphere! Always fun and friendly

    (5)

  • Joseph G.

    This has to be one of the best restaurants I've ever been to in Scottsdale. The food has been amazing each time. The portions match the price, and the staff has been amazing each time.

    (5)

  • Toni J.

    I wasn't sure what to expect with this Hula's, but after attending their grand opening I was pleasantly surprised. Despite being extremely busy, we had great service and food. I tried the house made vegetarian black bean burger with sweet potato fries. It was excellent and big enough to feed at least 2 people! The only thing I wasn't thrilled with was their drinks were premixed. The Mai Tai was a little sweet for my taste, so I asked them to take down the pineapple juice a bit, but they couldn't...so I moved on to a dark and stormy. We're looking forward to returning for Sunday brunch and all day happy hour... let's just say Hula's is going to be packed this spring!

    (4)

  • Calvin B.

    Love this place for the food and atmosphere! Service sometimes seems a little slow but then again I am typically there with 10 plus people. Always a good place to start your sunday funday!

    (4)

  • Marcy N.

    I ate here visiting Scottsdale and it was fantastic! Creative food combinations that were tasting and filling. I had the best lemonade I think I've ever had too!

    (5)

  • Lindsay G.

    Our favorite restaurant in Scottsdale! Cool Hawaiian vibe, delicious fish, excellent drinks! Our waiter forgot a kids meal, probably because she didn't write anything down when taking 5 peoples orders, but instead made up for it by rushing it out for us. It arrived a few minutes later and all was well! Wasabi mash had some good kick to it and the ceviche was a perfect appetizer on a warm Scottsdale evening! I look forward to returning to Scottsdale and will definitely be back here if we can get in!

    (5)

  • Beccy S.

    This place is awesome, right across the road from patties in oldtown its perfect to start the night and the open air theme is cool. The service was really interactive and relaxed and our server had lots of knowledge on the vast menu. It was hard to pick there were so many tasty options. Added bonus was happy hour until 7pm saturday and sunday. I was recommended to try hulas for the drink menu and it didn't disappoint! I had the tiki bastard and it was so good! A twist on the traditional mule. Plus the drinks are all served in fun glassware so you feel like your drinking cocktails on the beach. To eat I had the thai chicken bowl which was huge and judging from some of the portions coming from the kitchen they serve big, but really tasty and nice presentation. My friends had the pork tacos and the cheviche and both were delicious, one of the best ceviche I have had in AZ. Cool place to hang out and enjoy the atmosphere, I would definitely be back to try more!

    (5)

  • Kelly R.

    I absolutely love, love, love the food at Hula. The lobster bisque soup, the Hula Burger, the Bowls they're all amazing! The service was super slow but the server was very nice. The only thing I would count as a downfall is they're patio is way too small and the inside doesn't have a comfortable atmosphere so the dining experience isn't that great. Since the food is so amazing I'll probably just do carry out.

    (5)

  • Leah U.

    My boyfriend and I are new to Arizona so occasionally we like to step out of our comfort zone and try new places. We decided to try out this place and immediately walking into this restaurant we right away sensed a horrible vibe. The floors were flooded because of the rain (which I slightly understood) so we were only to sit in a specific area. We weren't greeted for a good 5 minutes and when the server did greet us, she seemed mad for whatever reason and we actually had 3 different servers which is annoying and only one server (the manager) actually helped us. The sad part is that I loved my food but my boyfriend didn't enjoy his. He ordered chicken tacos I believe I'm not too sure about the name but his had bones in it which is disgusting and unfortunately the cons out way the pros and we will never be coming back due to our horrible customer service.

    (1)

  • Ashley K.

    creative drink options (wide range of sweet / girly to more strong / powerful) - we sat at the bar and had a couple drinks before meeting friends for dinner up the street. we didn't eat but they had a rather complex food menu (which sometimes I am skeptical of - how can you accell at a book full of different food options a la Cheesecake Factory?) and the food smelled great. when we originally walked in (this was a week after their initial opening, we later learned), there were no seats at the bar. we contemplated waiting but then decided we didn't have time to wait for a seat, have drinks and meet our friends on time so we walked out. we got about 15 feet out the door when the very observant bartender came after us and said that two bar seats just opened up if we still wanted them. we were impressed by his follow up. once we got to the bar, it took a while to get a bartender to take our order (hey what happened to our friend who chased after us?) but once we finally received the drinks, the drinks were perfect and the bartender apologized and comped a drink (without our asking) and was very friendly and talkative. for this being their first week of being open, their customer service was top notch and in itself a reason to return.

    (4)

  • Bridget C.

    The drinks were great but strong, food was either very bland or very spicy, ambiance was a nice outdoor lounge feel. The Scorpion bowl was a good drink but the bowl it came in looked like it was bought in a back alley tourist shop in chinatown...see pics

    (2)

  • Sarah I.

    Nothing special to say for or against this place. Price was on par with where it was (a little expensive - scottsdale), food was ok, service was ok. Nice atmosphere and it does seem to be baby friendly as we had our 9 month old and others had babies too. Didn't get the "Tiki" part, didn't seem to overly islandish.

    (3)

  • rabecca c.

    I loved the Scottsdale location. We went on a weeknight and it wasn't insanely busy like the downtown Phoenix location. They allow for a casual dining experience without all the stuffiness of some Scottsdale restaurants. Our waiter was amazing, very attentive, even asking how we liked our drinks. The food was the best part! We ordered the CocoJoe Chicken Plate and Jawaiian Jerk Chicken plate. I highly recommend the Jawaiian Jerk Chicken.

    (5)

  • Maryann K.

    Never the less a great spot to visit , we always take out of towners here for an enjoyable experience with well thought out Polynesian cuisine . And I can't get over what great service they have! We always sit at the bar so can't speak for the servers but the bartenders truly Make us feel welcome. Max and Dan are wonderful, and warming.

    (5)

  • Anil B.

    Great Food and amazing value. The drinks are strong and well priced and the vibe is cool. What more could you want? Try the appetizers (shrimp rolls and fish cakes) The tiki bastard and Mai tai are well made drinks here worth trying.

    (5)

  • David W.

    Came by here after a Giants spring training baseball game. Though a tiki bar there was none of the kitsch. It is a very nice space that's front is open to the street. I rarely drink rum but I had mai tais, which were really good. We drank and grazed on appetizers for a couple of hours. This is a really cool place.

    (4)

  • Emma J.

    This is actually a 4 1/2 I ordered the omelette it wasn't bad but not the absolute best either my bf had the Cajun burger which was delicious and they have an amazing happy hour $2 mimosas?!! YES please!! Plus our server/bartender Daniel was amazing! Extremely friendly and attentive he made the experience well worth it so we will most definitely be back here! I also want to add that their specialty cocktails are delicious I fell in love with the 'painkiller' and I'm hoping to come back and try their dinner menu

    (5)

  • Cassandra G.

    The first time I ate here I was with a large group of girls and everything was amazing our service, food and drinks was all great so I recommended it to lots of friends but the second time I ate there it was the complete opposite... Horrific service my good was mediocre and our table was small and we were sat very close to a really big group at a high too and kept getting bumped into

    (3)

  • Brad W.

    Stopped in to enjoy the July 4th daytime festivities and maybe because of big Dana's holiday hoopla, this was a better experience than my visit to his other outpost. On this day, he decided to discount all appetizers $2 from the menu, not just the mini-list he created on the normal happy hour menu. Hey, Dana buddy, that was my idea in the first place, bring it on across the board please. Anyway, boycott lifted, I tried the very hot and well seasoned Sweet Potato fries that came with a secret sauce, which was revealed by the server as Ketchup, mayo and mustard? Not sure those were the ingredients, but the fries were very good as was the coconut shrimp egg roll thing that was quite unique. Only four pieces, but they had a decent number of shrimp and a good nutty topping on the open faced appetizer. This dipping sauce was not liked by my date, it was billed as pineapple horseradish, and I hate that condiment, but luckily it tasted nothing like horseradish. Finally, I didn't touch the spicy seaweed, but it got a good thumbs up as did the one margarita on the drink menu. My two "girlie" fruity cocktails also hit the spot on this very warm holiday. I would also say to Dana to maybe close all the windows on these humid days because you can't have it both ways in the Arizona summer.

    (4)

  • Mark L.

    First timer here, parking was not that bad for the area. The food was really good! Table service was fast overall good time on the run!

    (3)

  • Novel M.

    Place is nice and clean and that's about it. Food was horrible and service was ok but took over 30 minutes and my burger was cold. Not coming back here again.

    (3)

  • C. M.

    I'm giving this place 1 star because that's the level of brain activity that the hostess with the black hair and pound-heavy mascara had with me tonight. My friends and I were heavily underquoted on a wait time, then talked to like we were members of her rival sorority (assuming she's not in her 6th semester at SCC). She literally said "I'm like, not sure you guys are gunna get a table"- after we already waited. We elected to help shorten her wait list by removing ourselves from it.

    (1)

  • Cheryl M.

    Let me tell you, I returned today for late lunch with my sweetie, and the food and service were fantastic. The food was hot, huge portions (didn't stop us, though! ), and served with elegant understated hospitality. We were able to enjoy ourselves, chat, and eat great food. I would have stayed longer if we had more time just to linger with a drink and enjoy the open wall to the beautiful Scottsdale winter temperatures. Nicely done Hulas.

    (5)

  • Sean R.

    Great new spot that has a different atmosphere than most Scottsdale spots. Worth checking out.

    (5)

  • Chuck D.

    Wow what a great place for something different then standard bar food and burgers. Fantastic drinks, (enjoyed a Dr. Funk and a Painkiller) along with a nice variety of Hawaiian/Polynesian fare. The short ribs were amazing and the Hawaiian Chicken with the sweet pot fries was equally exquisite. Going back for more.

    (5)

  • Mark R.

    Great tacos. A great place for fun!

    (5)

  • Deb W.

    Excellent food great fresh fish and fun environment ! Had the ceviche, pulled pork tacos,shrimp tacos and ahi tuna. Will Definetly come back

    (4)

  • Kathleen R.

    The service could not have been better and the food was awesome. The signature Hula burger was perfectly cooked to order with lovely grilled onions, fresh lettuce and tomato offered on the side. Get half sweet potato half regular fries! A tropical iced tea topped off a perfect lunch experience.

    (5)

  • Pat B.

    This place was great. We sat at one of their outside tables. The husband had the 1/2 order of ribs and I had the most delicious fish with yummy side dishes. Waitress was very nice and helpful. I would definitely return.

    (5)

  • Carol S.

    Absolutely awesome food & service! We happen to stumble upon the grand opening & went in for a cocktail. We returned the next day for lunch. Incredible food!!! I asked if Hula's has a sister restaurant in Monterey Ca.? They do! The Hula's in Monterey Ca. was one of the best meals we had in Monterey. Scottsdale was just as memorable! You have a serious hit on your hands!!! KUDOS!!!!! Can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • Randy G.

    Awesome ambiance! They did a good job with the small space they had. The servers here are so friendly and they have an awesome drink list... not to mention AWESOME Wednesday all afternoon happy hour! This place is a must try!

    (5)

  • Aleli K.

    After having a bad experience at a restaurant nearby, we decided to give this restaurant a try. We were pleasantly surprised and happy we didn't give the previous establishment our money!! We ordered the potstickers, fried bananas, steak tacos, ahi tuna, short ribs and a few glasses of wine/martinis - all were full of flavor and nothing was left. Customer service was great and they made sure our 21 month old son was satisfied with the food they prepared. Thanks for a great dinner!!

    (4)

  • Joey D.

    Awesome atmosphere, great style, very neo-tiki. I love tiki, so the more the merrier, especially in AZ. Apps are good, had some bomb sweet potato fries, the entrees are also pretty big, hungry big. Which is nice considering the tiny portions you get at most places. A sweet place to load up on food and visuals, relax, enjoy yourself, and feel like you're not in Arizona anymore, but in a cool modern cafe in LA by the beach.

    (4)

  • Amy C.

    The tuna poke is fantastic. Do yourself a favor and order this with some wonton chips to start. Also, have had Juan Carlos as a server multiple times. He is fantastic and will make sure you have everything you need. Great drink specials and amazing Mac and cheese

    (5)

  • CaveatEmptor E.

    I am really impressed with the restaurant's management on following up on my review on Yelp timely. Like other good restaurants and companies, Hula's used the review to immediately ensure their food handling protocol were being followed. The restaurant definitely have great servers and great dishes. I'm positive my last visit was an anomaly. My family and I will definitely go back in the near future.

    (4)

  • Patrick H.

    I'm glad they are open now in Scottsdale. It saves me the drive to Phoenix. Their servers are friendly and the mai tai is as good as ever!

    (4)

  • Leigh F.

    Ok I would give it only three stars because I was likely the oldest person here in the place. I felt "old" around the twenty somethings in the place. However the staff did not make me feel that way so it would not be fair to say it was A OK when it was likely a nice place to eat.... the drinks are reasonably priced. I really should not care but I felt that maybe this place was not "for me". We did not have the food so go in and give it a try. The entrées and main dishes looked really good.

    (4)

  • Maria B.

    I love the food and the drinks are perfects

    (5)

  • Thomas D.

    Scottsdale Location My wife and I are big fans of your Central location, so when your Scottsdale location opened up, we've been anxiously awaiting an opportunity to come in. That occasion came about yesterday, when we brought our two daughters (2 & 3) and my in-laws for dinner. First, let me start by saying that the kids were relatively well behaved...so I don't think that had any impact on our experience and/or treatment at all. When we first arrived, we were greeted by a hostess who seemed like she barely had a pulse. She seemed almost annoyed that she had to seat us, instead of warmly greeting us and showing us to our seats (you know...like what a hostess does?). Upon leaving for the evening, she was off talking to some obvious friends who were seated at a nearby table, rather than at her station thanking us for coming in. Our waitress disappeared for large chunks of time throughout the evening, and we had to ask for more water, a side of dressing (which never arrived), or a second round of drinks (which we didn't order...because she never came back again until she brought the bill). We saw her over by the bar several times throughout the night conversing with one of the bartenders (mind you...it wasn't busy, and nobody appeared to be making any drinks). Atmosphere was great...and the food of course is delicious...but man, can you guys revisit customer service with your staff? I felt embarrassed for my in-laws, and felt uncomfortable that I put them through that experience.

    (1)

  • Barbara E.

    The food was excellent! Even though it says it doesn't cater to kids the waiter was great with our two kids and they loved their food too! Great drinks

    (5)

  • Lindsey G.

    I stopped here with a few friends on an impromptu "tour de old-town" before I make my move to SF. We had no idea it was the grand opening - happy hour all day! I'd been meaning to try the Phoenix location forever so I was glad I got to check out the new spot. From what I could tell, this location is much less "themed" which is kind of a bummer, but we still got umbrella's in every drink which made me a happy little bar hopper. We didn't try any food but the drinks we're all very strong and tasty. One mai tai was enough for this little one, 2 would've sent me dancing across the street at Pattie's. Definitely a fun new spot to check out for something off the beaten path!

    (4)

  • Karen T.

    We have been to the Hula's a Modern Tiki Bar on Central in Phoenix in the past, but was happy to find the Scottsdale location. The bartender/manager, Max Bourne was great! Personable and accommodating, Max made what was an ordinary happy hour into a FUN experience! Their specialty drinks were perfectly mixed and no one does coconut cream pie like this place!!! Definitely a must go!

    (5)

  • Carlos R.

    Had a great experience. Was at Scottsdale for the SF Giants Spring Training. Food was excellent. Went there for dinner, and literally went back the next morning for breakfast. Juan Carlos was our waiter Sunday morning. Great guy.

    (5)

  • Leslie M.

    My new favorite place in Old Town!! I am so excited to finally find a quality restaurant in Old Town that has it all: -great food with lots of fun, delicious options -fantastic service -good ambience -a nice crowd The one downside of this place is the decor. Sort of a random choice on seating arrangements--only a couple good seats in the whole place. Sit with Ronnie--he's a Hula's veteran and he's a fantastic server. Try the coconut crusted hapu and the blackened ahi sandwich. To die for!! The Tiki Bastard is a fun twist on the classic Moscow Mule. Great place!!

    (5)

  • Jessica D.

    Hands down best food, drinks and service!!! Best restaurant by far in Scottsdale! Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a good vibe, good food and awesome drinks. Must get the chicken tacos and a Mai tai, seriously the best I've ever had!

    (5)

  • Jax G.

    For a new restaurant I think they did very well. I went on what I believe was their 2nd night of being open. My group started with the spicy edamame, the ceviche, and the house made fries. I'm very picky, the ceviche had a huge thumbs up from the table, as did the amazing fries. I think the edamame could use a BIT of tweaking. The group all looked very happy with the entrees ordered. I ordered a green jungle curry bowl, really good kick of spice, which I appreciated. I don't believe in bland! I'm not a dessert person but they do have homemade desserts I was told by the cutie server girl. I visit Scottsdale for biz, I will go back (and even try the edamame again).

    (4)

  • Tracey C.

    Love this place, nice ambience and great food. Would be nice if there's one in Los Angeles

    (4)

  • Lu W.

    Wow! Amazing food! Amazing cocktails! Great service and I think I tasted the best appetizer of all time: fish bites were so light so crispy but juicy and perfectly prepared! Heaven! We'll be back!

    (5)

  • Brad S.

    I would give this 4.5 stars. The service was amazing the server was very accommodating to much wifes eating restrictions. The fish sandwich was good. The fish tasted very fresh. Happy hour all day on Wednesday.

    (4)

  • Adam S.

    We came in here while in a work trip and everyone loved the atmosphere, service, and food. From the salads to the chicken sandwich all of it was awesome. They had to peel a couple of the people from the Mac n cheese as it is amazing and we finished it off with the key lime pie. Loved everything about this place and would recommend!

    (5)

  • Dave B.

    Cool place. Love the open air dining. Jackie the bartender is awesome. It's my first time here, and she is the best! Welcoming. The Ahi tacos are great (bartender recommended). Enjoy!!!!

    (5)

  • Liz S.

    Love their brunch deals. $2 mimosas!

    (5)

  • Kendra C.

    I went here for the first time the other night for dinner with a couple of friends The waiter was down-to-earth and attentive. I started with the Painkiller for a cocktail, which was absolutely delicious. I also had the Market Ahi Sashimi for an appetizer which was also delicious. Perfect texture and was very fresh. But then when I went to the main entrée, my experience kind of changed. I ordered the loco moco. I have had some really good Hawaiian dishes, so I would like to say that I have a good taste for Hawaiian food, but the loco moco was NOT good. The patty had absolutely no flavor, and the so-called mushroom gravy was way too salty. But it did have a good atmosphere and good drinks and appetizers, so my boyfriend and I decided we should go there again and try out their breakfast. The following day my boyfriend and I went for brunch. I started with a bloody mary, and it was great!!! I also ordered the Crispy Coconut Shrimp rolls as an appetizer. They had unique flavor at first, but then when I started to get into it, they did not taste so good. Almost too unique of a flavor for such a simple dish. Then I ordered another bloody mary, it was awful! Basically pure vodka. So then I asked the waitress can I please get this remade. She took it and came back and said he just put it in this glass and added mix to it.... I was like okay.... I'm pretty sure you are not supposed to tell the customer that and I'm pretty sure when a customer asks you to have it remade it means REMADE. I slowly started not liking the place after that... Then I ordered the Portuguese sausage benedict... Again, I know my benedicts and this one was not good. I rated this place with 3 stars because it has good intentions and good dishes, but needs to change around the menu a bit for it to be entirely successful.

    (3)

  • Dawn T.

    We loved this place! It was a little bit loud, and our table was kind of close to the people next to us, but the atmosphere was fun, and the food was amazing. Our tropical drinks were really delicious, and the service was excellent. This place wins for uniqueness. And the Old Town location is convenient to all the fun shopping. We ordered all appetizers, and they were excellent. We highly recommend the crispy coconut shrimp rolls. They are outstanding!

    (5)

  • Heather V.

    We enjoyed having dinner and drinks at Hula's before a night out in Old Town. The drinks were large and strong and the food was tasty! The decor was modern, not so much Tiki flavor (except reggae music). The service we received was good. I did really enjoy the food: Thai fish cakes were particularly delicious, and we enjoyed the fish tacos as well. I'd come back for the food, for sure.

    (4)

  • Amy E.

    Minutes after writing my first review for Hula's I received a sincere apology letter from Dana at Hula's. Now THAT is what I call a solid, caring, good business owner. Not only did he apologize for my experience he took the time to ask for more details about the service. I'm impressed at his quick action and willingness to make things right. I hate to sound like a tough customer, but sometimes speaking out on Yelp is what it takes to make a difference. With that being said, I will DEFINITELY be back to Hula's. :) Thanks Dana! Sorry for the first rough go 'round!

    (4)

  • Jim G.

    Great bar! Got the Mai tai and it was yummy! Great staff and service and very fun! Would go back weekly if we could!

    (5)

  • Jessica C.

    I am from out of town and never been to AZ before. This place had some amazing food!! My husband had the macadamia nut encrusted mahi and I had the the blackened halibut with wasabi mash. Both were great but the macadamia dish took that round! Compliments to the chef!

    (4)

  • Chris P.

    Excellent service, the best quality of fish I have had since moving from newport beach, ca. Great service and atmosphere, a gem in old town

    (5)

  • Sarah W.

    We went on a Tuesday with a group of 8. Everyone sort of showed up at their own pace, so we had friends that had already ordered food when we showed up. However our server gave us menus and got our drinks and everything started out fine. My boyfriend and I wanted to get a couple of appetizers, but our server dropped off beers at the other end of the table and never came back. We waited and all had our drinks and he never came back to get our orders. By the time he came back we decided it wasn't worth it to us to wait even longer for refills or food and asked for our bill. He then proceeded to wander around and not get us our bill for another 20 minutes. There were probably less than 5 other groups in the restaurant at the time. We didn't get to try anything. I have nothing about it that would make me want to come back.

    (2)

  • Alyssa E.

    Great food AND beer, what more could you ask for? Great spot to grab dinner with some friends or on a date night.

    (4)

  • Marisa S.

    I was so happy when they announced they were opening a location in Scottsdale. This is a really fun place and I am sure it will be a hit in the area. There are a couple of kinks still to work out, but I am sure they will take care of it. We went for the grand opening, we sat at a communal table with several friends. I was having such a fun time that I missed the ribbon cutting ceremony. My first drink was the Dr. Funk, very fruity and rummy. I think it could be dangerous, because I was downing it pretty fast. My second one was the One Eye Pyrat, I love ginger beer, so I wanted to try it. That one was good, but I liked my first drink better. To eat we had the Ahi Tuna Wontons, Pork Tacos and Johnny cakes. Everything was really good. We never got our sweet potato fries, but they took them off the bill. It was a pretty confusing table, so I don't blame our server Charlie, he was trying to take care of a table of over 12 people. I already know what I am getting next, can't wait to be back.

    (5)

  • Franchesca G.

    Great concept, great service! I had the luah pork sandwich...ok but not great. My friend had the tacos that were delicious.

    (3)

  • Lauren S.

    I am pretty obsessed with this place. Food is off the hook, fun drinks and great atmosphere!!!

    (5)

  • Mark Y.

    Came in with a group of 5, wanting dinner and drinks. We live near Old Town and frequent many of the local establishments on a regular basis. This was the first time here. Although there were quite a few places to sit and a near empty bar, it took several minutes to be greeted by a hostess, two of them were too busy talking to each other to acknowledge us. We were eventually seated and the service was lackluster. We ordered our food and when it came one of the dishes was incorrect. OK, stuff happens, but when my friend told the waiter her order was wrong, he argued with her, saying he remembered distinctly what she ordered. But he was wrong. He hadn't written the order down and was simply wrong. He huffed and took the plate back, remarking once again that she had ordered it. The rest of us were served, and eventually she was brought her food by a different server. He said, "Lucky for you we weren't too busy or you would have had to wait a lot longer." That did it. We won't be back, and it's too bad. The food and the drinks are good. I tipped 18% on the $84.00 bill, but I shouldn't have. There are too many fine choices in Old Town. I expect to be treated with some modicum of respect.

    (2)

  • Shifa A.

    Gave this Place another try the other night. As always a great atmosphere and there were many people in the restaurant mid week. Sat at the bar again and the bartender was very attentive and very nice. We ordered the beef and chicken bowls which were delicious and had a unique flavor to them. The restaurant and bathrooms are extremely clean as well! I will definitely come back here.

    (5)

  • Jody D.

    We went here for lunch and can't wait to come back and try the Ahi Poke on the dinner menu (I wish they have more appetizer choices on the lunch menu). I tried the Pork Tacos, which came with rice and black beans. The pork was very tender and flavorful with a hint of pineapple. My fiance ordered the chicken bowl, which was delicious! The curry based sauce they used on the chicken was one of the best sauces I have ever tasted. The service was slightly slow, but the food was wonderful!

    (4)

  • Tony K.

    Not sure where all the great reviews are coming from. This place was average at best. The decor is nice and the staff were somewhat friendly but beyond that the food was certainly edible but not outstanding. If I were visiting Scottsdale again, I would say there are much better places to spend your food budget on.

    (3)

  • Dena D.

    Excellent food, great service!! We took our servers recommendation on the spicy edamame and I'm glad we did!! The Mai Tai's are excellent, not too sweet. Also ordered the crispy coconut shrimp rolls and the lemongrass mahi, excellent choices.

    (5)

  • Taylor D.

    Love both of their locations. Delicious and affordable. Great atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Richard R.

    Cool vibe. Great happy hour too! Welcome to Scottsdale, Hula's!

    (4)

  • Jeffrey C.

    I highly recommend eating at hula's. The atmosphere is really hip and it's located in a great part of Scottsdale. But the best thing is the food. I had the chic bowl that was fabulous. It was really big and the flavors were spicy and chic was super tender. The meal was all that more enjoyable by our awesome and super nice server Skyler. Thanks for the great service.

    (5)

  • Peter R.

    Amazing! I'm from Philly which a big food town and this place kills it. Good drinks too. Plantains! Coconut shrimp rolls! Mongolian beef bowl! Amazeballs! Also had a piece of ahi which was good and Johnny cakes were nice!

    (5)

  • Jo W.

    Food was great! We had Poke, potstickers and steak tacos. All were yummy! Can't wait to come back and try more!

    (5)

  • Kaleigh B.

    The menu had so many good options that it was hard to pick just one thing. In the end, I decided to get the Jawaiian Jerk Pork plate. So so so good. So much food too. Amazing flavors. The restaurant itself is nice, but a little on the small side. Only one TV so don't plan on going here to watch a game. Small patio, but they are pet friendly so that is a HUGE plus! :)

    (5)

  • April D.

    Nothing special about this place. The food is ok. The service was terrible. They do have a few good beers on tap but nothing so great that I will go back. And now upon reviewing our Amex statement we were over charged for our meal. A very disappointing experience all together!

    (2)

  • Michael C.

    Had to update this as I let my emotions get better of me. This place rocks. Definitely worth checking out when in Old Town!

    (5)

  • Colleen L.

    service was great and food was very tasty!!

    (3)

  • Mark B.

    A little slow on the food delivery considering the crowd level (to their credit, we got $10 toward a future trip without complaining/asking). Not really "Hawaiian" in the decor either, but it was nice enough. Chix tacos were okay, but the blacked Hapu fish sandwich was truly outstanding...like one of the best ever. It's worth trying, but might not blow your socks off.

    (3)

  • Brittany P.

    Our server Charlie was great! Soo informative about the menu and on top of everything. Great relaxing atmosphere and not ridiculously priced. Only problem is parking, like anywhere in old town. Definitely worth checking out!

    (5)

  • Erika L.

    The hubby and I ordered the starter ceviche REALLY GOOD! I had the ahi tacos also REALLY GOOD it came with white rice and black beans. The hubby ordered shrimp mango Ceasar salad awesome combo!! Service was outstanding extremely helpful on deciding what to order. Great atmosphere!

    (5)

  • Erin R.

    Favorite spot in Old Town right now! I think Hula's has been open for about a month, and I have been there at least 5 times that I can think of! First of all, I love the décor. It is very island hip casual, if that makes sense. I love that there is one wall that completely opens up to the outside. That has been particularly nice during this mild winter that we've been having. Second, they have a great happy hour. It goes until 7 every day. My favorite are the mai tais. Usually I am not a huge fan of mai tais, but these are special. They are not the usual fruit-punch-red, sugary concoctions you get beachside. No, they are not...but, I have a hard time describing them. I'll just say they are delicious, and they definitely pack a punch. Third, almost everything I've eaten there has been great. The two things that stick out in my mind are the poke and the hapu with lemongrass sauce. The poke was extremely fresh and flavorful. Sometimes raw fish dishes are too salty for me, but this was perfect. My boyfriend ordered the hapu and chose to get it with lemongrass sauce. It was one of the best fish dishes I've ever had. Even with a cream sauce, it was relatively light and just really different. I ordered the butterfish and had it pan fried, and I should have known it would be too much. It was tasty, but it was just too rich and definitely on the salty side. I've also had the sweet potato fries, lobster bisque, potstickers, and the crispy coconut shrimp rolls. I enjoyed all of those except the potstickers, which were too thick and fairly bland. Finally, the service has generally been good. The one night I went for dinner rather than happy hour, the service was excellent. I will be going back to Hula's as soon as possible!

    (5)

  • April R.

    Wow! What a huge difference from our last visit to Hula's! We went on a crowded and very busy Friday night. We were seated immediately by a very polite hostess. I asked our waiter about gluten free options and was given a new menu, and told if I had any questions he would gladly ask the chef. I had the Spicy Chicken Taco, they were great. Definitely adding this back to our list for future visits.

    (4)

  • Rob Y.

    I enjoyed a terrific spicy Thai chicken bowl. 5 star taste and presentation, but at $13 for lunch, I docked it a star for being a bit pricey. Outstanding service and a tasty Kono coconut-flavored brown beer made for a wonderful lunch experience.

    (4)

  • Thomas B.

    YES, YES, YES! I wen't here solo on a Saturday night and man did I luck out! I had the Blackened Ahi, and man was it delicious! Perfectly cooked rare, with a blackened crust that really made a statement. The staff was great, but did not hover as sometimes happens when I'm solo. I'll keep this in mind for my next Scottsdale visit for sure! Great place to take a date too!

    (5)

  • Steph P.

    Our party of 4 all loved every part of our meal at Hula's! The food was delicious and full of flavor with just enough spice to make it interesting. There was a great atmosphere with fresh air flowing through the restaurant and an upbeat environment. The service was above average. We will return again and again.

    (5)

  • HH G.

    Great food... very fun atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Rachel M.

    Delicious food per usual--love the building and service. I do love the other hulas location a bit more because of its awesome, giant patio. But it is super nice to have the options of delicious Mongolian beef bowl closer to home!

    (4)

  • Susan B.

    Found this via Yelp. Really great find. Lived the atmosphere. Great service. Interesting items. We ordered several appetizers instead of an entree. We like tapa style dining. Reasonable pricing. Tuesday night is. 2 appetizers and 2 cocktails for $20. CAnt beat that!!

    (5)

  • Chad C.

    Great atmosphere! The pain killer is a pina colada on steroids! Not frozen but delicious! Come try this cool old town Scottsdale location. The Ahi poke is a must! Forgot to take a picture cause the food looked so amazing I had to eat it!

    (5)

  • DJ H.

    I was so happy when Hula opened up in Scottsdale. I always loved the Phoenix location but did not make it there often enough. The Scottsdale location has a very nice wide open feel and a big bar. Huge doors give a patio feel to everyone when the weather is nice. Food is really good, I love the poke and the luau pork plate. Delicious. I love their MaiTais. Really good and not too sweet. If MaiTais are not your thing there are plenty of other tropical drinks to try. They have some different food and drink specials each night of the week and a solid happy hour. I have been to Hula's five times since they opened and I got great or exceptional service each and every time.

    (5)

  • Derek C.

    I have always wanted to try Hulas but never had the time to go to the central location. Ehen I found out one opened up in Old Town I was so stoked. I came in the other night wanting to see how it was and lemme tell you I was totally impressed. The atmosphere was amazing. I tried the ceviche and I loves it.. the bartender Max was fantastic.. great energy and engaged with me as well as other patrons.. he made me feel comfortable and suggested the spicy teriyaki chicken bowl. .I loved it.. so glad I tried hulas because im bringing 10 to 12 ppl back for my bday dinner saturday night.. hopefully max will be there and can whip me up a bday shot haha.. I work in old town and will recommend this place to others

    (5)

  • Leslie A.

    Happy hour was amazing! The waiter was soooo helpful! He literally explained everything. And we were extremely needy. His name is Juan Carlos. Literally best service

    (5)

  • Michael Z.

    I am a tiki aficionado and was looking forward to checking this place out. The curb appeal is rather cool outside. Entering the place it does have a real modern feel hence the word in their name. However, I was really really disappointed that there wasn't any tiki type props or decorations anywhere in the restaurant other than the kitschy midcentury props stored inside the bar and the lonely only picture in the entire tiki themed restaurant hidden in the corner - a Mark Ryden print. I just expected a lot more and was told by the bartender that the other central location is better themed so I hope that they're going to make some additions as far as the decor goes . Now we had just eaten at Malee's Thai Room so we didn't sample any of the food items. What we did have was this giant scorpion bowl drink that was strong as heck and tasted awesome - flaming nectar of the gods it was. Bravo! Mr. Bartender. We would have stayed just a little bit longer but there was an extremely intoxicated noisy loud platinum blonde Snottsdale bimbo screeching stupidity right next to my wife's ear so we decided to pack it up after one. I'll make my way down here again and check it out again and maybe downtown too.

    (4)

  • Albana E.

    Went to Hulas last night after movie with a girlfriend. We sat at the bar. This place is very cute and love something different other than the normal boring old west style places in that area. Drinks were fabulous. Food was even better. Highly recommend the Poke and the Coconut Shrimp rolls. Staff was pleasant too. Overall very nice experience. Will be going back :)

    (4)

  • Ashley G.

    I use to live in Central Phoenix and regularly made trips to the Hula's on Central Ave. When the Scottsdale Hula's opened I was ecstatic! The staff is all really friendly and every time my husband and I visit the waiters remember us and chat us up. The food is so good... All of the tacos are great and if you are just going to have snack the appetizer menu is quite impressive. I think the only thing I have had that I was on the fence about was the calamari strips. I'm a huge fan of the ceviche and ahi! The Dr. Funk and Painkiller are great drinks for anyone looking to enjoy their all Wednesday happy hour and the seasonal Longboard beers are great too! I would strongly suggest this place! I am giving this four stars only because the patio seating is so small and I feel like I can never get a table outside. Living in Scottsdale, I personally love to take advantage of the outdoors. However, if you don't mind being inside they have a great and spacious seating arrangement with a retracting wall to bring in the fresh air.

    (4)

  • Lindsay R.

    As a huge fan of the Phoenix location and now a resident of Old Town Scottsdale, I was beyond stoked to know that I live less than 2 miles away from the new location. Dana is a great owner and the staff at both locations are amazing. Location in Old Town is perfect and the decor is always on point, I would totally live on the patio! As a vegetarian, their menu stands out for me compared to other restaurants. I can't get enough of their Big Sur Black Bean Burger. You may be thinking, "Grrrrreat. ANOTHER veggie burger for the non meat people".. No way, this burger is perfect, not bland and is AWESOME with added avocado. The tofu tacos and bowls are fantastic too. To the reviewer who said that everything was a little spicy.. Well, I'm sorry to burst your bubble but it is pacific islander style food. It's meant to have a kick and boy does it rule. The drink list is a lot of fun as well, I always look forward to a Tiki Bastard or good old fashion Zombie! Thanks Hula's, you have a regular for as long as I'm in Arizona :)

    (5)

  • Clyde C.

    This is a pretty great place. the atmosphere is nice and chill, the staff is super friendly but the food is really why I go there! I've had the mango chicken caesar, one of the lunch "bowls" and both are really good. Best on the menu are the Tacos! I've had the shrimp, fish and chicken and all three are phenomenal! Great Place!!!

    (5)

  • Paul S.

    Love it.. one of our new favorite places.. great service, atmosphere, food and drinks. Insane Thai Chicken Bowl and Mai Tai's!

    (5)

  • Tiffany H.

    Went for a team building dinner and it was great. The Thai Spicy chicken bowl and blood orange martins are fabulous

    (4)

  • Trina N.

    The food was great, service was good. Good, fresh take on Island food. Shrimp tacos were delicious, the black bean burger was also very good. Nice, casual atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Cara S.

    Went to dinner on Sunday with my friend. We had stopped in for appetizers a few weeks ago and decided to try something new on the large menu. We were seated very quickly and arrived just in the nick of time to find the restaurant quickly filled up. It is laid out very well to accommodate all sizes of parties. We had the Hawaiian Ceviche which was refreshing and filling. We previously tried the Lobster Bisque which was divine. This time we also had the Fried fish cakes, which were crunchy on the outside and soft in the middle. He had the fried calamari sandwich and I tried the Baja Fish tacos. The Calamari sandwich was amazing. Thin strips were lightly battered and fried, then topped with French dressing and cole slaw. The bun was sturdy enough to hold everything in place and the calamari was very soft and tender. I couldn't believe that it was calamari. I never had a great desire for it because most of the time it is too rubbery and chewy. Not this one! I highly recommend it! The fish tacos were good, 3 of them on corn tortillas with sliced avocado and rice and beans. The rice and beans were nothing special but the tacos filled us up. I would definitely go back for the Calamari sandwich and to try some other items on the menu. Also, try the Lilikoi Margarita...it is a perfect balance of sweet and sour and half price during happy hour.

    (4)

  • Rachel D.

    Good food, great atmosphere! Great place for drinks and food with a friend!

    (4)

  • Jessica K.

    Stopped in for dinner late on a Monday night. The restaurant was pretty empty and we were seated immediately. We ordered drinks (hurricane and painkiller) and were impressed -- take a sip, close your eyes, and the flavors will transport you to the beach. For an appetizer we ordered the Hawaiian Ceviche (made with hapu). Awesome ceviche - the addition of coconut milk was different, but amazing. I've ordered hapu when in Hawaii, but rarely see it named on a menu here. I am a fan of its buttery texture and mild flavor, so I was excited to see it as a staple on the menu. Dinner was a different story. I ordered the CocoJoe's Chicken Plate. The chicken was very rubbery. Had the meat been good, the whole dish would have been awesome, but when the main attraction on the plate is bad... :-( In hindsight, I should have sent it back. Instead, I picked at it. My friend ordered the Shrimp Tacos. She was drawn in by a word in the description: spicy. Unfortunately, the dish was absolutely not spicy. We joked that we should have stopped after our appetizer. I will give Hula's another try one of these days. Luau pork or a hapu fish sandwich perhaps... definitely more drinks and ceviche.

    (3)

  • Liz M.

    Had brunch here one Sunday after we realized that RnR's brunch would be a 2 hour wait and far too loud for some of our more hung over party members (me). The double cranberry mimosas are what we came for and we stayed for the food. I had the French Toast, of which I'm not usually a fan of, but this came out P.E.R.F.E.C.T. This is a plate that can be split between two people if you're not ravenous. I also go to try my friend's ahi, which was so perfect I think about ordering just that sometimes, and I'm not much of fan of fish. Two people in my group got the eggs benedict and were in heaven. The hostess was the weirdest though. She didn't seem to actually SEE us when we came in until we actually said something, and getting her to do anything that didn't include having us expressly tell her what she should be doing was like pulling teeth.

    (4)

  • Addison G.

    First off, the food was amazing! I am hawaiian so I know the good stuff. And boy did this hit the spot. We came in for lunch but they were still serving breakfast. So I got the loco moco and some Portuguese sausage. That was the nicest, fanciest, best tasting loco moco I've ever had. Portuguese sausage was a bit spicier than what I'm used to, but still good. The service was amazing! We had the nicest waiter! We were getting ready to move here from Idaho and our server actually stayed past his shift to sit down and talk with us about the area. Go!!!

    (5)

  • Rachel C.

    This place has great HH bites . . . and unique drinks! When you are looking for something a little bit different and are really tired of the green-chile-chips-and-salsa route, try Hula's for a change of pace. Relaxed and laid back just like the Pacific islands, Hula's Modern Tiki is a place to wind-down and have some great food. The best thing about this place, even beyond the great food, is the service. Wonderful! Everyone made us feel like they were truly happy that, of all the Old Town choices, we had selected Hula's. Parking is a bear unless you get there early . . . but that just gives you longer to enjoy Happy Hour!

    (5)

  • Stephen S.

    Came here while at a conference with my coworkers. Definitely expected the retro '50s hula-and-pinup-style tiki bar and whomp whomp what a letdown. The place resembles most Thai restaurants up here in NYC. Don't get me wrong. It's clean and modern looking. But in NO WAY resembles a tiki bar except when mai tais with paper umbrellas on them were on the table. Food was decent. I had a pineapple glazed grilled chicken sandwich. Coworkers had various fish dishes and drinks and enjoyed them. Waiter was kind of rude and impatient with one of our group who needed an explanation of some of the menu items. All in all, don't come here if you're expecting a tiki bar vibe AT ALL. Come for the food which was alright, or the drinks which tasted and looked good.

    (3)

  • Dave C.

    Drinks were good. Mai Tai is different, but they tell you that. Painkiller was our favorite - get the dark rum float. Hurricane was good too. Food was ok. We tried Baka fish tacos - nice portion size and tasty. Coconut shrimp rolls not so good. Sauce was way too sweet. Weird that their TV is not HD?? New place and you can't spring for HD?? Come on owners!!!

    (3)

  • Edward A.

    Great food for decent prices. The hula burger was pretty well cooked and I'm definitely considering coming back

    (4)

  • Prachie J.

    This is such a cute place to get a few drinks and some bites and enjoy a warm evening in downtown Scottsdale. The crowd is mostly younger 20somethings and 30somethings, which is refreshing because it seems to be generally an older crowd that hangs out at nicer places in the downtown area. We really loved sitting outside and enjoying our cocktails. I would definitely go back and try more food :)

    (4)

  • Melissa G.

    Great spot for happy hour drinks and bites. We had dinner here during Spring Training and were impressed with the asian fusion offerings and great prices on drink specials! The ambiance is great with a wall of windows that all open up creating a great open atmosphere!

    (4)

  • Robbie G.

    I can't say it enough, I LOVE the Scottsdale Hula's location. We only found this place a couple weeks ago, and have already been twice. The food is amazing, especially the pork tacos. This location does the mayo-based slaw with their pork tacos, which I prefer, but you can also request the dry slaw they use at the downtown location if it is your preference. The first time we went we had Charles (Charlie, I think) as our waiter. He was absolutely phenomenal. If he's working, definitely request him. He's super friendly, very attentive, makes great menu suggestions if requested, and isn't afraid to give you an honest opinion of a dish, which I find to be a sign of a great waiter and restaurant. The second time we went we also had an excellent waiter, but sadly I cannot remember his name. The restaurant is brand new, and has a large open-air layout with both indoor and outdoor seating. The food is prepared fresh, and the portion sizes are generous. My fiance is a fan of the shrimp rolls, the fries are hand cut, and the pork tacos are overflowing with juicy goodness. Just writing the review makes me want to go back for more! As if that weren't enough, they also have a full bar, and menu specials pretty much every night of the week. The menu is pretty substantial, so if you haven't been before it may take you some time to decide what you want. Fairly certain there is no wrong choice, but I think I need to back another time or two, or ten....ya know....just to make sure.

    (5)

  • Sean L.

    Not a bad spot. I was in for a late lunch and it was pretty quiet. I bet it's a fun place when it's packed. The staff were great and the service was fast. I had the ceviche for a starter which was excellent. The main a Thai rice bowl was ok. The only thing Thai about it was the look. I'll try it again for sure. 3.5 stars would make me feel better.

    (4)

  • Kim H.

    Have been a number of times, but finally found my dish- the grilled fish tacos. Perfectly prepared and super fresh every time I have them. Fish is tender and slightly blackened on corn tortillas with cabbage and a side of black beans and coconut rice. Really flavorful and healthy! Also last time had a bite of friends ribeye- it was awesome

    (4)

  • Jeremia F.

    Totally solid place! Excellent drink selections to include a variety of beers on draft. I went with a Tuna Steak sandwich. It was really awesome, a fresh high quality tuna steak that was seasoned and cooked to perfection and presented alongside a large pile of sweet potatoe fries made me happy I can here for my lunch while in the area. The service was fast and friendly and even made sure we didn't forget our leftovers!

    (5)

  • Joni L.

    One might think a Polynesian restaurant in the middle of an old western town would feel out of place...but not so! It's quaint and refreshing. I'm no Hawaiian food connoisseur, but the Mongolian beef bowl was delicious. The pineapple-infused wine...not so much :-/ Order a Mai Tai instead ;)

    (4)

  • Brittany W.

    What's better than happy hour from 3-11pm on a Wednesday night? Not much! Hula's happy hour on Wednesday makes happy hour during the week possible for everyone. Their pork tacos and crispy coconut shrimp rolls are finger lickin' good. My personal favorite on their entire menu is their abalone style calamari which I like to refer to as their grilled calamari. I crave it all the time! It comes with an amazing lime-ginger cream sauce that compliments the calamari perfectly. Their brunch menu is also fantastic, I recommend the Hangover Hash, which if you do actually have a hangover, works magic. Otherwise it's just plain delicious. Hula's atmosphere is fun and a nice change of pace for us Arizonans.

    (5)

  • Robert M.

    This place is a find. In the heart of downtown Scottsdale, it's close to the art gallery district. Not at all what you think of when you hear "Tiki", this has an open air setting, and beautiful dark woods. Just a gorgeous location, with a warm feel. The service was outstanding. Both the salad and the chicken curry were prepared to order and were extremely delicious. The chef here has a refined taste for sauces. I hope the trend of open elegant delicious dining started by Hula's Modern Tiki extends elsewhere. Great restaurant, and highly recommended.

    (5)

  • JJ L.

    Pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw was amazing, Polynesian Chicken Burger !!! . Service was good and prompt, but server was not in her happy place today. If she smiled once I would have gave it 4 stars.

    (3)

  • Scott C.

    My barber couldn't squeeze me in until 2:30 pm and since it was close to lunch time, I made the executive decision to explore Old Town Scottsdale. Out comes my Yelp app, close by was a ton of interesting options. Hula's Modern Tiki caught my attention and within three minutes, I was parking in their off-street lot (nice!). Nice vibe and very helpful staff. They had the front completely open and I chose to sit out there. The hostess noticed the table needed to be wiped down and ran to get a dish rag, much appreciated. Menu is fairly deep but I was fixated (as always) on the tacos. I choose two, the sweet pork and the habanero lime tacos. Both were bursting with flavor. The pork was delicious, some of the best I've had and I make this at home a lot! The habanero lime tacos were excellent, really not spicy so I'm not sure they're named correctly but still the flavor profiles were fantastic. Had iced tea and it was excellent, very good and my server kept it full. Overall, I'll go back and take the Princess along (she wasn't happy I went without her). Great food and service.

    (4)

  • Morris P.

    The brunch-Happy Hour is the bomb, I loved the Loco Moco and the Ceviche was off the hook. I will recommend this place to my friends.

    (5)

  • Marie M.

    I love this place!! Great food!! They put a twist on traditional island food. Food was on point and full of flavor. I would say though, I was disappointed then ran out of the dessert I wanted!! Brownie with MacadamiaNut Ice Cream!! Server was good, checked up on us quite often and always made sure our drinks were full!!

    (5)

  • Paul R.

    Hulas is a solid option if you are in the Old Town area. I love the tiki bar concept and their amazing Polynesian cocktails. Be aware these are strong drinks. I sat at the bar and Hulas does not skimp on their pours. Service at the bar was friendly and prompt. The menu is amazing and it took me a while to decide. I was using Yelp mobile and reading all the reviews and each "you have to try this App or entrée" review just added to my indecision. I finally decided to order the Ahi tuna tacos and they were seared perfect, spicy, and served on a bed of coleslaw. A side of rice accompanied my tacos. I would highly recommend Hulas for their cocktails, Apps, and entrees. Lastly they have a great extended happy hour. I believe they have daily speciasl as well.

    (5)

  • Denise M.

    Went back to Scottsdale location. As always, the food was delish! Staff friendly and great service! The hapu bowl with line curry sauce is a must as well as the famous scorpion bowl! You can't go wrong here -

    (5)

  • S K.

    Got the chicken sandwich which was very good. As good as any trendy gastro pub would serve. There is little to suggest hawaii, except the large tiki out front and,for some some reason, the beer..kona brewing. Unfortunately, I'm not a fan of Kona. With the craft beer explosion going on now,I'd love to see a much bigger selection(check out beer advocate please). That being said, the atmosphere in there was outstanding and the music is indie,which gets an A+!

    (5)

  • Sophia W.

    BOMB!! Okay, I usually go into more detail but it's not necessary, you just need to go try it out for yourself. Great food, good prices, nice portions, knowledgable staff, and cool ambiance!

    (5)

  • Diane J.

    What a yummy find! Wandering around old Scottsdale and didn't know what we wanted to eat. Hula's looked inviting so we stopped for lunch. My shrimp tacos were awesome, Steve's habanero lime chicken tacos were great and not searing hot-the flavors were well blended. Server Reuben was very good and my mai tai was bueno. We'd come back!

    (5)

  • Melissa Z.

    First of all, Tyler is hands-down one of the best servers I've ever had. He's pleasant, well-versed on the menu, and committed to excellent service. Ask for a table in his section... On to the food: my bf had the steak sandwich cooked medium-rare and said it was outstanding. I had the macadamia-crusted mahi mahi with a papaya salsa and it was also great. If you're into dessert, try the "pot brownie." Don't worry, it's legal.

    (5)

  • Mandi B.

    I am a big fan of Hula's opening up a spot in my hood! I've been a handful of times and have not been disappointed with the food, drink or service. Hula's hash for brunch was amazing, sweet potato fries are yum ... Dr Funk, Zombie and Tiki Bastard are among my fave drinks. I did not care for the lilikoi (passion fruit) margarita, but there are plenty of other options to choose from. I haven't done the lunch or dinner menu yet, but I'm sure I will soon! I'll be trying out a veggie/vegan option next time. The layout is nice and hasn't been overly crowded on any of my visits. I've always been able to get a table and/or sit at the bar. Tables are comfy and they have a big community-style table in the bar area that would work good for a group doing drinks & apps during happy hour (which they've dubbed tiki hour.)

    (4)

  • Reese C.

    Bless Your Heart. Oh, bless your little heart Hula's. I'm a little behind on reviewing this new location because I've been swamped with visitors. Had I done so earlier from all my previous visits, my review would have garnered more stars. Kinda glad I dropped the ball. So I call to make a reservation for a party of 6. I was told that they only take reservations for 8 or more and to just 'walk in'. In March. Seriously? Walk in during spring training with six people? In Old Town. I was also told it was "no problem to walk in" Um, yeah. I'm a local not a tourist and I know better. Eh, whatever. I decided to take my people elsewhere where we could get a reservation. No big deal. I did however, post that I think not taking reservations for 6 is a bad idea. The obnoxious response I got on Facebook, however. Bless your heart. BEing told I "missed out on a great time" is almost comical. REally? Your response to a frequent customer's complaint is to tell me how I "missed out on a great time?!" While I in no way expected a "hey, we will change our policy for you" response, I sure as hell don't appreciate the "too bad, you missed out" comment. A simple professional comment such as , we apologize, or wish we could help, or any other bevy of comments would have been more appropriate. Bless your heart Hula's. I shall be taking my large parties elsewhere. My large parties continue the entire month of March. I shant' be bringing visitors there. so , Hula's.. "you missed out" on really large bills from a bunch of drinkers and out of town visitors with money to spend!

    (1)

  • Jerry S.

    This place is amazing... It's pretty rare to find a restaurant serving Hawaiian cuisine, but this place is way beyond that--it's probably the best Hawaiian restaurant in the country! The chef masterfully combines tropical flavors with succulent BBQ and the result is something you can't really find anywhere else around. The atmosphere is super modern and clean, and the music is good. Everyone's cool and the service is very attentive. Booyah. 5+ stars!

    (5)

  • Krista N.

    We had a great date night here before a movie! Their happy hour is fantastic. We ate 4 apps from that menu and had some drinks and it was great and not too expensive. The bartender was awesome and explained the special drinks they have and even gave me a little floater on the house because he said it was delicious...and it was!

    (5)

  • Jonathan F.

    Worst service I've ever gotten from not only the bar manager but from the general manager as well. They do it every they can to not accommodate you for their happy hour pricing and then I was cut off after 1 drink. Ronnie,The general manager is the person to blame regarding any sort of mishaps with my bill and with my service at this horrible location. I would be so embarrassed if I own this place or if I manage this place. I spend money to dine in nice places and to be served by proper servers however hula in Scottsdale does not have this going on. I was there on Thursday and I was there tonight on Saturday, July 4 Independence Day, and have never received such poor service or disrespect by general manager And a bar manager both times. Aside from your employees stealing and serving undercooked food that gets people sick I hope your location allows you to last more than a few months. I've never been so disrespected at a restaurant and have no problem telling every single person I know that Hula treats people like shit. I am personally saying Ronnie is to blame. I hope the owner of the restaurant called me to apologize for his lack of intuition when hiring a general manager. By the way the pork is generally undercooked and has made a few people I know come home with food poisoning. Thank you Hula in Scottsdale for being such a disrespectful.dirty place to dine while being treated like shit. Again Ronnie is to blame.

    (1)

  • Annette F.

    Awesome place to meet up with friends for some drinks and food! I love the downtown location and as soon as I heard there would be a location in Scottsdale, I was thrilled. Same great concept, same excellent food and service. The sweet potatoes and taco plates are amazing. The taco plates come with one or two tacos, and beans and rice. Brunch is my favorite time to stop in. The Chef's Choice Omelet is my favorite. They do have coffee but I would highly recommend getting a double Pineapple Mimosa. As for other favorite drinks, try the the Dark & Stormy or the Pain Killer. But all the drinks are worth trying! They have all day Happy Hour on the Weekends and Wednesday. Stop by and say hi to Max.

    (5)

  • Kevin A.

    Great Hawaiian style food, customer service and energetic atmosphere. Food was outstanding with good size portions. Hostess and waitress were excellent. The location allowed us to go for a nice walk around the Old Town area after our meal.

    (5)

  • J. V.

    Awesome strong drinks. Happy hour all day on the weekends. Went on a Sunday but because of the small kitchen they were able to provide us with appetizers until 3:30. Great service was great people were friendly.

    (4)

  • Ryan J.

    Pleasant enough place but it doesn't really capture the island vibe that was more evident at the old Trader Vic's. The sandwiches, seafood, and tacos were also good but they didn't really scream South Pacific nor did they necessarily stand out from all of the other great sandwiches, seafood, and tacos that are offered in area.

    (3)

  • Christopher Z.

    Skeptical initally, but everything they did was out of this world!

    (5)

  • Noor B.

    As with the Hula's on Central, Hula's in Scottsdale is quite nice. I like that it's located slightly off Scottsdale Road so it doesn't seem as intensely busy. I like the layout of the restaurant a lot, and the service is good. As always, can't go wrong with a mai tai. I also like the tofu tacos and their Caesar salad is delish. If you're touring restaurants in Old Town Scottsdale, give Hula's a go.

    (4)

  • Sheera G.

    Hula's by far is one of my top 3 restaurants in the valley and when i heard a second location was opening in Scottsdale i was excited! This new location offera a nice easy going come as you are atmosphere and love the large open patio. Our service was terrific, she offered suggestions and made sure our drinks were always full. Food was terrific, we ordered my favorite Coconut shrimp rolls with the pineapple sauce is AMAZING! I ordered the luau pulled pork with sweet potato fries, these portions are pretty generous too, I took 1/2 home. My boyfriend ordered the Jamaican jerk chicken with rice, johnny cakes and plantains. Very generous portions....and very flavorful. I posted pics on here too. Highly recommend giving Hulas a try....oh, my favorite drink is called The Painkiller. Thanks Hulas for another location, great service and delish food :)

    (5)

  • Karen D.

    Service was great. Juan Carlos was an excellent attentive server. Great personality. Food was good and reasonably priced. Only thing is they give you WAY too much food! But we enjoyed it.

    (4)

  • Kelley S.

    We live across the street from Hula's and are always looking for good late-night food. Came in last week for the 1st time. Unfortunately, we were in a hurry because we had a movie to catch. Our server (Charlie?) was great, we put in our order right away and had our dinner in less than 10 minutes. I had the Cajun Burger, which was cooked a perfect medium rare and delicious, and my BF had the Mongolian Beef Bowl which he enjoyed as well. We have been back twice since then when we had more time to sit and enjoy our meals!

    (5)

  • Christie M.

    I've been meaning to try this place , I'm happy I finally got to stop in. The food here is pretty good ! I had the Jamaican pork and my date had the ahi tuna. We were both satisfied with our choices. I loved the Maui pineapple wine , it was absolutely amazing. The service was just fine and not overbearing. The atmosphere of this restaurant is fun I like how they have and open patio. However I did not enjoy the rude /standoffish hostess. I understand people have off days but damn she was unfriendly. So much so my date even mentioned something. Anyways check this place out it's well worth it!

    (4)

  • Steven W.

    Came in on a Saturday night and this place was definitely happenin' Positives: - The luau pork dish was absolutely delectable - Happy hour, even on the weekends! Just get there early - Inventive takes on drinks - Really enjoyed the casual, yet modern atmosphere Negatives: - They still weren't taking reservations unless it was for a party of 8 or larger. The hostess did us a favor and allowed us to make a reservation for 6. Even though it was for 8:30, we definitely would've had to wait for at least 15 minutes if we didn't make that reservation...so this policy doesn't make sense - Our server either forgot orders or mixed up orders twice. But she was really nice and seemed to be trying her hardest on a busy weekend - Tahiti lager; would not recommend - Things were a bit more expensive than I anticipated when portion size was taken into account

    (3)

  • Christine D.

    Dropped by Hula's while strolling around Old Town Scottsdale. The fiancé and I were looking for a place to have dinner and we came across what looked like a hip and happening place. Honestly a bit out of place in my opinion considering that Hula's is this "modern tiki bar" right in the heart of this western old town scottsdale area but nonetheless we decided to try this place out. Hula's had quite an extensive menu with so many items to choose from I was a bit overwhelmed but our very trendy sweet server Alexis recommended their spicy Thai chicken bowl and their fish plates. We decided to try both. I ordered the Thai chicken bowl minus the beans and the fiancé ordered the lemongrass encrusted hapu. I was really disappointed because we originally wanted to order the butterfish but they were out but Alexis mentioned that the hapu would be another alternative option. The fish was absolutely delicious! Light and flakey and just every bit of perfection! I loved it! Very much comparable to one of my favorite restaurants I frequent in San Diego for Hawaiian fusion dishes! YUM! The portions here are pretty hefty as my Thai chicken bowl was huge! Definitely could feed at least two I think because I can eat for two! Prices here are reasonable for dinner ranging anywhere from 7-26. A great date place since the lighting is so dim it really sets the mood haha however I saw tons of families and children dining here. Would definitely come back the next time I visit Scottsdale and recommended others to try Hula out.

    (5)

  • Stephanie C.

    So pumped about this addition to Oldtown. -Lobster bisque: ample chunks of lobster meat and a creamy, flavorful broth. -Ceviche: perfection served on delicious wonton crisps -Mongolian beef is A MUST. It has some kind of lime, coconut curry sauce. Think it's safe to say anything here w/ a sauce of some kind is a home-run.

    (4)

  • Stephanie R.

    Tried this place based on Yelp reviews. My husband and I had the steak sandwich and Jawaiian Jerk Pork Plate...both were delicious. The menu is pretty extensive for a smaller place so it was hard to decide what to get! Would give it 5 stars except for how loud the dining area is. Would definitely eat here regularly if I lived local.

    (4)

  • Dave T.

    My fiance and I have been here twice. Once was great, and once was fine. Most recently we sat on the patio, which made for amazing people-watching. Service the second time we were in was much better than the first time. Both times we ordered things our servers recommended. We weren't impressed with the Pulled Pork Sandwich, the Spicy Thai Chicken Bowl, the Shrimp Tacos, or the Ahi Sandwich. We loved the Potstickers, and the Salad that came with the Ahi Sandwich. The place looks great. The ambiance is gorgeous. I hope to check out their mimosa brunch deal ... that sounds affordable and delicious. Sunday Funday anyone? Overall this is a fun place, but I would recommend coming here for drinks and skipping dinner.

    (3)

  • Dolores G.

    I love their Downtown location and when I heard about the new location in Old Town Scottsdale I just about flipped. Being very familiar with their downtown menu (especially their signature drinks) I came in to see how (or if ) this place could really hold its own relative to the Downtown Phoenix location. Hands down, this Hula's is just as good as the Downtown location. While the ambiance is different between the two locations, the food and drink are consistent. I have a few favorites that have carried over from the Downtown location. Drinks - While every one their signature drinks is *AWESOME* [yep have worked my way through that list a few times at the #dtphx location] my favorite is the Dr. FuNk, followed closely by their Mai Thai and Pain Killer. It's easy to slurp down these luscious libations, especially while enjoying the lovely Arizona weather. But be warned, you will want to have a DD, Tipsy Tow or your favorite taxi/driver service on speed dial. It sneaks up on you! As soon as you stand up, after only 2-3 drinks, you will be wondering if someone slipped you a "mickie". Potent stuff! To help off-set the effects of the multiple Mai-Thais. Their food is absolutely yummy. While I have not tried everything on their food menu, what I have tried is delish. Food... [MY top 3] Their Hula Burger with sweet potato fries (that fry sauce they serve with the sweet potato fries is very tasty.) Or just order the fries an order is large enough to share if you are just looking for something to munch on. - Ceviche - chunks of white fish marinated in citrus juice tossed with cilantro. red bell pepper, chopped tomato...It is served with wonton chips. Great to share but I like to make a light meal out of it. - Ahi wontons- wonton chips topped with a thin slice of seasoned and seared ahi tuna (it 's rare for those squeamish about their fish) drizzled with a light wasabi aoli of sorts. This, like the ceviche, is good to share or makes a great light meal. Ahi Poke Salad- chunks of ahi (raw) mixed with avocado and served with wonton chips. I treat this the same as the last two dishes listed above. The Scottsdale location is the first place where I tried their Jamaican Johnny Cakes (Side Order = 6 pieces) - the way they do it here, think of this as a buttery sweet and earthy corn bread. Served warm it accompanies any of their pulled pork or bowls well. I just like it by itself. Plus it is a great way to soak up a little of the booze and maintain your composure. Ok that is enough...you probably didn't make it this far down the review or you did, but only after reading the first 3 sentences.

    (5)

  • Arielle A.

    Good Fun and Lots of Fun!

    (5)

  • Monica J.

    I went to this location yesterday and I was a little disappointed. It just didn't have the same 50s tiki lounge feel as the one downtown. The menu seemed to be mostly the same. Since I was there with some friends on a workday for lunch we didn't get any cocktails. We all ended up getting the two taco plate and we were all pretty happy with them. The grilled fish was fantastic! I also got the pork which was good except that it came with a gross coleslaw even though I had specifically asked if the slaw had a dressing and she said no, it was dry cabbage. She didn't come by to ask how everything was so I just let it go. Overall the service was not that great but they are pretty new still so I'll let it slide. I'd like to give them a try for happy hour but overall it didn't seem to have the same watering hole feel as the one downtown.

    (3)

  • David G.

    During out shopping in downtown Scottsdale, we noticed this restaurant, and realized none of us had ever had food classified as "Tiki" and curiosity had us. They were pretty busy, and all the patrons seemed happy and enjoying them self, and the staffed helped us immediately. We asked to see a menu before they sat us, just to see what type of food they served, and they were happy to oblige. Everything sounded so good, and would be fun to try. Also, being that it happened to be Happy Hour, it didn't make for a hard decision to stay and eat. Everything was so amazing, and the waiter was extremely helpful and explained everything we wanted to know on the dishes. Aside from running out of Key lime pie, there was no let down what so ever. Can't be mad about the pie anyway, I'm sure if it was as good as the rest of the food and drinks it goes quick until its gone. Definitely will be back on our next trip out.

    (5)

  • Art G.

    What an awesome place! I feel this place is a hidden GEM for food. Decided to write this review after being pleasantly surprised by another great tasting dish. I am a big fan of all their protein loaded dishes/bowls. From the Mongolian beef bowl, Spicy Thai chicken, to my favorite the Jawaiian Jerk chicken plate, Jamaican Johnny cakes, an it's mashed potatoes and the plantains. Just tried the Cajun ahi caesar and that too is amazing. As you can see I'm a big fan of spicy food, so if you are too I HIGHLY recommend it. Staff here is great too. So far I've been taken care of by Sierra and Max and they are wonderful bartenders. It's also nice to find out that the person bussing your tables might be one of the managers who aren't above bussing tables for customers. All around a great place for food and hospitality!

    (5)

  • Vanessa M.

    Awesome food, especially for the low prices. Came in on a random Friday afternoon, knowing practically nothing about this restaurant. I was glad to find the menu to be filled with a wide range of variety from burgers to rice bowls. I had tried for the first time, the corn bread they have which let me say was suppose to be a side dish. Ended up taking most of the table! Which after tasting the bread, was a good thing to have some left over. Had an order of the ribs which were cooked pretty good. Though I wish the sauce had been a bit tastier. Not complaining though, ate most of them! Definitely will be coming back.

    (4)

  • Sean C.

    A friend and I came in on a Thursday night around 11 hoping to get a late night bite and check out Hula's Modern Tiki (formally Big Earls BBQ). Upon arriving we were informed the kitchen was partially open due to the late hour and would not be able to prepare select items on the menu. Not really too hungry we were fine with the limited selection. The special on Thursday nights features a word of the day you can access through Facebook that grants you 2-4-1 drinks. We decided to try out their Hula Mai-Tai which is a stronger, less sweet twist on the traditional cocktail. It was the perfect balance of rum and tart citrus. We then started with the white fish ceviche, which was light and delicious. The accompanied wontons provided the perfect amount of crunch. We scarfed the plate down in a matter of minutes, which was followed by our ahi tuna tacos. They were a bit on the spicy side for my own preference, but were pulled together nicely by their rice and beans which cooled the dish down a little, the ahi wasn't incredible but by far not the worse. For being as late as it was I was happy with the attentiveness of our server and the overall ambiance of the restaurant. My date was on shazam the whole course of our dinner looking up long lost songs she had forgotten over the years. Overall, I enjoyed my dinning experience at Hula's and am eager to come back earlier in the night to try other entrees that I missed out on ( the ribs!!! ). There is definite potential and the fun, laid back atmosphere accompanied by a extensive tropical drink menu will lead to a successful addition to Old Town.

    (4)

  • Anna M.

    I am so excited to have a Hula's in Scottsdale!!! The new location is beautiful with the entire front wall opening up to the street for optimal people watching. The drinks are nice and strong just like the Central location and the menu is very similar. I had the Spicy Shrimp Caesar Salad today and it was delish. The portions are VERY generous and the staff is great. Hula's is a breath of fresh air in Old Town...go there NOW!

    (5)

  • Melinda L.

    We had the hangover hash! It was delicious and we loved the serving size!!! Great staff and service.

    (5)

  • Nalani G.

    I love the black bean burger and sweet potato fries! It's the best "veggie" burger that I've ever had. The service is fast and friendly.

    (5)

  • Kiko' N.

    Great drink great appetizer, really great HH. Other meals seems really tempting will come back for branch tomorrow . Seems like all workers are working hard and very pretty ppl works here! Bad things is owner don't sell tank top! I could wear in CA would have add for everyone!!!!!! But not for sale ;-( bad

    (5)

  • Alejandro L.

    The drinks are excellent, prime location in old town scottsdale. The bowls and pork are recommended. Tried a Tahitian beer for the first time in the Tiki House. Really cool restaurant with a perfect atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Shelby T.

    Last night we went there after reading about it on yelp. I was definitely impressed :-) On Wednesdays they have all night happy hour, so we started off with The Zombie (a rum pineapple drink) and I got their specialty margarita. My boyfriend hates rum so he just chugged his haha but the margarita was super good :) Got sweet potatoe fries and pork race for an app. Both were BOMB. The pork was so amazing I got the Pork Luau Plate with coleslaw and macaroni salad, I definitely recommend it :) I will be coming back here soon, especially because the service was very good.

    (4)

  • Vaughn V.

    The food is fantastic. The drinks are da bomb. Good selection of vino. Daniel, Ronnie, Tyler, & Felipe's top-notch service make Hula's one of my favorite hot spots.

    (5)

  • Tom G.

    I returned to Hula's for a second try, and I was totally impressed. The scene was vibrant and the service was top notch - even the manager recognized his server was very busy and stopped over to check in with us. The food was awesome, and the portion plentiful - I had the Jamaican Pork Plate. I couldn't get enough of it! We also ordered the crunchy spicy chicken tacos, which weren't very spicy, but I understand some don't like things as spicy as others...I suggest kicking it up a notch! I can't wait to return to try more things on the menu. Big thanks to the owner for reaching out to me after my previous experience.

    (5)

  • Kathy G.

    Great place to go for fun drinks!! Me and a friend went here for lunch and the food was amazing. The atmosphere is very true to the name of the place-it's tropical! I ordered a cheeseburger with bacon on it and it was very good. The only thing bad I have to say is that the waitress that was assigned to us wasn't too friendly. It wasn't that she was nasty towards us, but she just seemed to not want to be there and was very unenthusiastic about it. Besides that slight issue, I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a good time.

    (4)

  • Aileen S.

    Got a little taste of home in Old Town, Scottsdale. I ordered the Loco Moco and made the waitress smile when I asked for Tabasco... "You must be from Hawaii!" The food was good. We also tried the ceviche, fish tacos, and the fish cakes: all delicious. I have mixed reviews on the drinks: my drink tasted like plain/bland fruit punch (couldn't taste any rum), while my friend's drink was way too strong (she actually had to return the drink to get it fixed.) At least the margaritas were okay.

    (4)

  • JJ C.

    They have soooooo many drinks to choose from here. The food was so-so and I probably won't eat here again but the drinks!!! The drinks are worthy for coming back again and again. There's a drink that even comes with its own back scratcher! Crazy! The staff is pretty amazing but service is a little slow so either be patient or don't come here if you're in a hurry to go go go go go. It's a great happy hour spot as well. Came here with a few friends a couple of times.

    (4)

  • Olya L.

    The food is ok. I don't think it's expensive for what you get. I think the atmosphere is cool... very modern. But food was so so.

    (2)

  • Laura P.

    Great clean Hawaiian taste. Ceviche was light, fresh and tasty. The bowls are filling and delicious. Nice environment and great service.

    (4)

  • Geet M.

    Ridiculously good eats...the chef has brought together the most flavorful combos it's perfection on a platter. The service here was stellar, Tyler made sure we had everything we needed the entire time and gave great recommendations. Highly recommend: Island style poke: couldn't stop eating it! Mango chicken Caesar: mango and Caesar? who knew? with the grilled slightly spicy (heavily flavorful) this was eaten to the last leaf Coco Joes chicken plate (with rice and beans): so so good (repeat x 10) Sides: The avocado side is 1/4 a whole avocado (which was perfectly ripe) Shiitakes: cooked to perfection Wasabi mashed: pretty good, not my all time favorite Sundae: 3 scoops of ice cream with a chocolate drizzle and macadamia nuts Cant wait to go back!

    (5)

  • William W.

    Had a nice lunch there. Even on a warm day the restaurant is very comfortable and airy with the front open. We ate the shrimp tacos, excellent, the calamari sandwich, good, and the teriyaki chicken. My only negative is the hot spice that is put on the pineapple that goes on the chicken.... Not mentioned on the menu and an unpleasant surprise for the guest eating it! Other than that, great venue, attentive service, good drinks, we will be back

    (4)

  • Jessica B.

    AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS!!! Their menu has so much of an variety! Great service and atmosphere too! Hands down my new favorite spot! Highly recommend!!

    (5)

  • Eric C.

    Good was good, however service was terrible, it took about 10 minutes to get silverware after they dropped the food. A cup of coffee took 20 minutes and French fries are "a la carte" with a burger during lunch. There's better places to go within a block of this place.

    (2)

  • Diana M.

    Reasonably priced, terrific food, great service!

    (5)

  • Lawrence T.

    I love hulas, my favorite thing are the potstickers I can eat them all day everyday. I took my girlfriend here and every time we come we order at least 2 or 3 of them.

    (4)

  • A A.

    I am so happy that they moved closer to me. I've been a patron at their Central Ave location since forever but was always a pain to get to. I love their cocktails so to prevent any DUI it was always a $30 cab ride each way. No longer thanks to this new location! The cocktails are good. The food is always delicious. I love the curry bowl, veggie burgers, tacos basically you can not go wrong with anything on the menu. Lots of vegetarian/vegan options.

    (5)

  • Allison T.

    I've been to the Hula's in downtown Phoenix several times but I only seem to order drinks there and eat someplace else. I've always loved the atmosphere at Hula's and the cocktails so when the new location opened up in Scottsdale, my friend and I decided to eat dinner there before hitting the town. The location is great and has a small, very small, private parking lot. Be weary if you park there about backing out. Seating was varied with some booth/table set ups, small 2 person tables, bar seating and high top "communal" or large group seating. There were a couple parties going on and it was still comfy for everyone. What we ordered: - Island Style Poke: about $14 on my bill (market price) with a side of wontons ($1) was just fantastic. Loved it, almost didn't want to share it with my friend. - Seaweed Salad: $4 - great portion, great dressing, just great. I will order there every time I'm there from now on. - Blackand Ahi Tuna Sandwhich with a mix of sweet potato fries and standard fries: I could not get enough of this sandwhich. The bread choice was fantastic. It was soft enough that made it easy to bite into the Ahi. The seasoning was great, and the potatoes were perfect. My friend got the Mango Chicken Caesar Salad: It was a huge salad, with a chicken breast. I haven't had blackened chicken in a while, so I was surprised that it was spicy. Really tasty though, just FYI. The waiter was attentive and the staff was really nice. I would definitely come back for dinner again.

    (4)

  • Garon M.

    Awesome food, great service, the bar is amazing. Martinis are their speciality. Perfectly made. At the Scottsdale location ask for Sierra, best cocktails and amazing service!

    (5)

  • Tyler R.

    Awful food... Burgers were way over cooked and had no flavor, waitress was really unhelpful. Would never go again.

    (1)

  • mei s.

    Very hip place with friendly service. We were the only family there but we got there early so we didn't quite feel so out of place. We ordered a thai chicken bowl, a mango chicken Caesar salad, a steak taco and a jerk pork plate. It was all pretty good, I have to say the jerk pork plate was probably the best. The meat was very juicy and not dry at all. The cocktail drinks were also fun. We ordered a dr funk which had coconut rum, vodka, creme de banana, pineapple and oj and also a tiki bastard which contained Gin bourbon cherry syrup lime cock n bull ginger brew. I think the tiki bastard was better and that's because I got a fix for bourbon lately.

    (4)

  • Bodhi B.

    I typically prefer going here for breakfast because it's sooooo freakin good! Lunch of dinner is good but I need to be in the mood. I recommend the cajun burger if you do though. 4 stars for slow service the past three times I've gone. Did I mention they play really good music? That's key for me. If they played some bumpkin country music it wouldn't be as cool ya know what I mean?

    (4)

  • Angelina G.

    So excited that they brought this place to Old Town Scottsdale. Their food is amazing, especially the fish tacos. I just wish their was more patio space.

    (4)

  • David G.

    It's very hard to see how anyone can be really pleased with Hula's, at least with the Scottsdale location. The restaurant is modern, clean, and comfortable, but sterile with only the vaguest hints of Hawaii. The service, for us at least, was polite but uncaring and sometimes inattentive. And the food was mainly average with an occasionally below average item thrown in. For example, what they call a Luau platter contains very pedestrian BBQ pulled pork, not luau style at all. When you bake a pig in an earth over, wrapped in banana leaves, you get the meat that you don't really have to shread because it falls apart. And you get the whole hog mixed together which adds a complexity of flavors and textures. With shredded pork shoulder or butt you get pulled pork. It's not the same thing, and Hula's version is not even a good rendition of pulled pork. None of the other items was much better, except for the sweet plantains (hard to ruin) and the rice. Hula's squeaks by with three stars but it could have gotten two for the disappointment.

    (3)

  • Genevieve L.

    This is a cute place in the middle of the old town shops. I'd say the cuisine is American with some Hawaiian flair. I went with a group and we were able to get something that pleased each of our palates. They have everything from simple burgers to tangy ceviche. What I really liked was their plantain chips. They didn't have the oily "just took them off the fryer" taste. Maybe they bake them?

    (4)

  • Brad J.

    Drinks: Just fine, most cocktails on the sweeter side. limited hard liquor options. Food: unlike others, do NOT recommend the coconut shrimp - too sweet, hardly any shrimp, highly recommend the ahi tuna wontons instead service: sat at the bar. Very prompt and attentive.

    (3)

  • Mary L.

    I so wish you could give stars by dept. We have been to Hula's now on two occasions. The first was a Friday night just for a drink. We had a Scorpion for 2 and it was delicious and well made. Service could have been a bit friendlier from the bar staff. A guy waited on us and was nice but there was also a female bartender with dark straight hair who looked at us and just kind of stood there while he jumped in. It was after main dinner hours so maybe she was just getting cut but it didn't look to good, at least to us. We did enjoy our drinks and knew we would be back. Second visit, party of 4 and we sat at the bar. Daniel was the bartender and was very friendly and attentive. He got us set up with menus and we ordered cocktails. My friend and I shared a scorpion for 2 since she had heard my rave review. It was good but not as well balanced as my first visit. These large drinks should always be made with portion devices/jiggers! It was a bit strong and I was feeling it the next day, fun night though! This is where I wish I could put the star review to the right dept. as we started to order the list of things you were out of or weren't available was a bit lengthy and in no way Daniel's fault. He made some good alternative suggestions but it's really not cool to put your staff in that position. We enjoyed what we ended up getting. In the end and will certainly be back. The build out and decor is great. Cushions for the metal chairs would be a nice touch though. Wish we had more sidewalk dining in oldtown. Smart move there!

    (3)

  • Jennifer L.

    Against my better judgement I decided to give this place another try. We arrived at the restaurant at 12:35PM and at 1:35 PM were still waiting for our food. The place was not busy. Our waitress stopped by once during that time to check on our drinks. It seemed the place was just extremely slow overall because the people around us that were there when we got there had to wait a long time for their food also. The food was disappointing again. I ordered a plain cheeseburger. I actually said plain, just meat, cheese and ketchup. It came COVERED in onions. There is nothing I despise on this earth more than onions. My hatred of onions is worse than Lord Voldemort's hatred of Harry Potter. The waitress tried to take it back but there's absolutely no way I'm going to sit around and wait for another hour for a 2nd order so I told her to leave it. It then took forever to get our check and pay the bill. I know other people enjoy this place but I can't think of any reason I would ever eat here again.

    (1)

  • Nathan D.

    Had a good time there. Seating is limited and had to sit outside when it was super hot. I also ran out of there so fast because I was on a date and forgot to tip by accident. The waitress decided to take it upon herself and add a $5 tip onto my card which I wasn't pleased about. I always try to tip but I find adding on money for yourself to be rude.

    (3)

  • KD M.

    My guy and I were visiting a relative in Scottsdale, and I researched for a good week, looking for a place to have a bite to eat as well as good cocktails. After searching on Yelp for others' opinions, I found this place (originally only knowing about the Phoenix location, but luckily spotted their Scottsdale location). We were there around 8pm, and were seated quickly. The place is smaller than I expected, but wasn't too crowded. We were seated promptly, and made our drink orders. The food was good, as well as the drinks. Service was spot on. I plan to stop by this place whenever we're in town visiting again.

    (5)

  • David W.

    Came by here after a Giants spring training baseball game. Though a tiki bar there was none of the kitsch. It is a very nice space that's front is open to the street. I rarely drink rum but I had mai tais, which were really good. We drank and grazed on appetizers for a couple of hours. This is a really cool place.

    (4)

  • Emma J.

    This is actually a 4 1/2 I ordered the omelette it wasn't bad but not the absolute best either my bf had the Cajun burger which was delicious and they have an amazing happy hour $2 mimosas?!! YES please!! Plus our server/bartender Daniel was amazing! Extremely friendly and attentive he made the experience well worth it so we will most definitely be back here! I also want to add that their specialty cocktails are delicious I fell in love with the 'painkiller' and I'm hoping to come back and try their dinner menu

    (5)

  • Lindsey D.

    Hula gets a high five in my book and I'll sum up why they do. First of all, they serve brunch on Saturdays and Sundays but that's not even the best part. They also serve all day happy hour on Saturdays and Sundays as well. Technically it's not called "all day happy hour," but they serve it from morning until 7:00 PM. In my mind, that counts as all day! Do you know what this means? $2 mimosas and $5 cocktails. I almost didn't want to give away the brunch secret but since I love Hula's, I decided to share it anyway. The brunch was really good and they have a great Polynesian twist on basic breakfast items. They even offer fried spam for their eggs Benedict. Very random, but I'm almost intrigued to give it a try. Almost. Not only does the brunch menu include breakfast, but it also offers a wide variety of sandwiches and tacos. Besides weekend brunch, they also have a great lunch and dinner. I've enjoyed both the Polynesian chicken sandwich as well as the steak sandwich. Both were flavorful but I personally like the steak sandwich more because it had a serious kick. I wouldn't get it if you can't handle spice. The chicken sandwich had a delicious teryiaki like sauce. We have also had their crispy shrimp rolls which were a nice way to start the meal. They were tasty but not overly filling. My favorite cocktail? The Painkiller or the Mai Tai. They taste like vacation. All that's missing is the ocean but Scottsdale will just have to work on that harder. Finally, I really like their chill atmosphere and open environment. It's very fresh and airy with the big sliding doors and the patio (although small) is perfect. Do you have a four-legged friend? The patio is dog friendly!

    (5)

  • Cyn V.

    Since my friend loves rum infused drinks we decided to come here for bites on a Saturday afternoon. I'm not into fruity drinks with fluffy umbrellas on them but my friend loved every drink they ordered the crispy coconut shrimp egg rolls. Everything was delicious. I can see myself come back on a Friday and Saturday night to enjoy more of the scene.

    (3)

  • Ginger A.

    Our favorite meal on our trip. Great service, amazing drinks, and rich, tasty food. Have a Johnny Cake; they're terrific. Reasonably priced, too.

    (5)

  • Bonneil K.

    Food was to die for. We ordered the shrimp rolls, fish cakes, pork tacos, and tofu tacos...everything was on par ESPECIALLY the shrimp rolls and pork tacos. The highlight of this establishment was the service. Our waiter was perfect and what was most surprising was that the food/drinks came out at light speed. Beds happy hour spot in Scottsdale.

    (5)

  • Pat B.

    This place was great. We sat at one of their outside tables. The husband had the 1/2 order of ribs and I had the most delicious fish with yummy side dishes. Waitress was very nice and helpful. I would definitely return.

    (5)

  • Lizzy R.

    I've been to Hula's a couple of times now and am definitely a fan so I figured I'd write a review. Pros- Really good food, I recommend the Baja Fish Tacos, and the black bean burger- which is quite possibly one of the best veggie burgers I've ever had! I've been here for brunch too and everything is delicious and Hawaiian themed (cute). Also, GREAT cocktails! I came here yesterday for an event and ordered the Blood Orange Martini, YUM! My friend got the Painkiller and that was amazing too. Cons- Okay so issue number one, it's sort of a weird layout. Near the bar they have two long tables that are parallel to the bar and even though it makes the space look modern and contemporary, I can't help but feel like it's such a waste of space. I get why they have them, for larger groups, but why not connect the booth's that are toward the front? I don't know, but I felt it worth mentioning since everytime I go here with a different person they say the same thing so it must just feel odd to all. Then again, I majored in design as did many of my friends so perhaps we're more sensitive to it then others. Again, this isn't that big of a deal because at the end of the day the food is great so who cares. Issue number two- okay, how do I say this without sounding like a bitch? Hmm can't. Can the front desk girls please put on real pants? Seriously! Yesterday I saw a girl wearing worn-out yoga clothes and thought "Really? Who goes to a place like this from Yoga. That's sorta gross." Then to my horror I realized the girl actually worked there. WOW. Unlike the layout, you might want to re-think this one, Hula. You're too classy and cool of a place to allow workers to be greeting guests in what could pass as pajamas. Like seriously, bikinis would be less offensive at least that's in line with the theme. But again, I come here often and really like it. Those are just my humble suggestions to make this place even better.

    (4)

  • Noah S.

    I generally really like this place, but last night I had a service experience that was incredibly disappointing. The server was extremely discourteous to me and my friends. She hardly approached us besides to take orders and deliver food, and the wait between delivering food to our table and asking us if we needed our checks took a full hour, and only happened because I ended up approaching the host stand to see where she was. When she came over, she gruffly said, "I heard you guys were ready to go?" -- my friends were engaging in a conversation and were laughing as she approached the table, and when she tried getting our attention she looked at our table and said "I'm sorry, is something funny?" Rude and discourteous. I don't understand why you work as a server if you genuinely are so rude to your customers.

    (2)

  • Timothy H.

    This place is great! To keep it simple, I love the food, the drinks, the happy hour, and the bar staff was excellent! I don't know what is wrong with most yelpers, but if you want to review a restaurant as an actual critic does, you need to not bring expectations along with you. Too many yelp reviews have been based off of expectations, but those are completely wrong. Just go dine, take it all in, and then present your review, if needed. Also, we don't need to hear every single detail of your bun, sauce, taste of the burger, crisp lettuce, blah, blah, blah, blah, BLAH!!!! We get it!! You think you're a creative writer! But no one cares! Just go here, eat some food, have some drinks, and enjoy yourself! You're welcome!

    (5)

  • Ernest K.

    I have lived in Honolulu for a number of years and I go back to the islands every year so I am quite partial to Polynesian cuisine. Further, I have been a breakfast person for over 40 years and have frequented every breakfast restaurant in Scottsdale to the point that I am considered a member of the family at each. Many years ago I tried the Loco Moco plate at "Da Kitchen" in Kahalui, Maui and I was hooked. Ever since that time I judge a Hawaiian restaurant by the presentation of their Loco Moco dish. I found Hula's Modern Tiki only this past week (after being in place for 14 months) and of course you know what I ordered :))). A slight variation on the original dish, but their own touch, that I enjoyed very much. I went back two times already to try other dishes and each one took me back to the islands with their flavors. This place is the closest thing that you are going to find "Da kine" in Hawaii. I am so glad they are in Scottsdale. One suggestion: Scottsdale is a breakfast town, not a brunch town; and if you are going to open in the morning on weekends you have to open before 9AM. Even church people won't wait until 9:30 or 10 for a restaurant to open. Look up the street and see those other restaurants that are over crowded by 9AM. Your breakfast is better than theirs, get it out there!!!!!!! Advertise your existence in the Scottsdale section of the Az Republic.

    (4)

  • Kiki L.

    Loved it! Went for brunch Sep 2014. Loved the vibe, food, and cheap drinks. I had to indulge my sweet tooth and have the french toast with plaintains. It was amazeballs. My boyfriend had a salad with tuna and he enjoyed it as well. Can't wait to go back.

    (4)

  • Courtney K.

    The name "Hula" makes me think of greasy Hawaiian BBQ but I can promise you that you won't find any of that at this hopping Scottsdale eatery. My friend and I went for lunch and we were pleased that they had their own parking lot (albeit small) and we were surprised that the interior was classy (whereas we were expecting uber casual beachy). Service was prompt and friendly and it was only a matter of time before our lunches arrived - Caesar salad with shrimp rolls and a Polynesian chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries. The Caesar dressing is amazing so I would recommend any of the Caesar salads here. The Polynesian chicken sandwich was excellent but definitely a little messy so if you are at Hulas on a first date or lunch interview I would skip it. :-). For visitors from colder parts of the country, I can see where they would really enjoy the garage doors that roll up for access to the small outdoor patio and to welcome Sonoran breezes. Not only is the food good here but the atmosphere is great too. If you are fortunate enough to be there when the weather is ideal it's reminiscent of a San Diegan or Hawaiian ocean front burger stand.

    (4)

  • Yvette R.

    Love , Love Hula's . The food is always good and the drinks are fun. I've had the fish tacos, burger and the coconut shrimp all have been nothing but spectacular.

    (4)

  • Mark R.

    Great tacos. A great place for fun!

    (5)

  • Larry L.

    I'm not happy leaving a negative review on such a great place, but gotta be honest here. One big factor here; I was super hungry! I mean, really hungry "I could eat a whole cow" hungry. I had high expectations for this place but was not satisfied. I ordered one of the bowls Mongolia beef over rice and salad to go. Waited 15-20 mins for it, plus a small drink and total came to $16 plus tip final bill $20. Walked out and rushed back to the office and savoring the meal and how I'm gonna devour this big plate weighing at least 2 pounds. I get to the office so excited to kill this plate. I took out the plate, opened it and BOOM! There I counted 4 small pieces of beef and the whole plate filled with chopped salad and lots of rice on the bottom. At this point, I'm thinking...I just spent $20 on food that wont fill me up, drove 10 mins to the place, waited 15-20 mins for the food and another 10 mins back to the office and all I got was 4 lousy SMALL pieces of beef? Come on man, I'm hungry here! (Now annoyed) Anyways, took me 15 maybe 20 seconds to eat all 4 pieces with some rice and salad and the rest of the 1.7 pounds of rice and salad left(exaggerating) went to the trash. I was still hungry and went and bought a $4 burrito, no tip, lots of steak in it and filled me right up. So in one day, I spent 1 hour and $24 just to fill myself up for lunch. I think that might be a record in my books. I would try this place again but it will not be anytime soon. Larry

    (1)

  • Jim M.

    Just want everyone to know, we Gave Hula's Scottsdale another chance: had a wonderful experience. Greeted right away at the bar by Rachael. We actually felt welcome. Far different experience from the last time. We will be back.

    (4)

  • Harold S.

    Thought I would give the Hula another try. Had the pork sandwich with coleslaw. Short story is the pork was tough as leather and hard to chew. The Mai Tai was a little on the lite side and tart side as well. The server was nice, but after the food was delivered to the table, he disappeared. Can't say that Hula will be a return visit, but who knows.

    (1)

  • Mya T.

    Love the location, love the people watching, but mostly I just adore the Modern Tiki Fish Sandwich. It is my favorite menu item.

    (4)

  • Andie A.

    My new favorite place in old town!! The drinks are amazing, the food is really good, I love the hula's wings and my husband loves the Cajun burger, he said is the best burger he has ever had and on top of everything they have happy hour on the weekend. We really really like this place :).

    (5)

  • Deb W.

    Excellent food great fresh fish and fun environment ! Had the ceviche, pulled pork tacos,shrimp tacos and ahi tuna. Will Definetly come back

    (4)

  • Kathleen R.

    The service could not have been better and the food was awesome. The signature Hula burger was perfectly cooked to order with lovely grilled onions, fresh lettuce and tomato offered on the side. Get half sweet potato half regular fries! A tropical iced tea topped off a perfect lunch experience.

    (5)

  • Dana S.

    I visited the Scottsdale location after having a great lunch with a friend at the downtown phoenix Hula ocation. I ordered a Pink Bikini Martini, and my husband a Mai Tai, which were fantastic. We also ordered hapu ceviche, which was fresh and flavorful. For dinner we both ordered Ahi Tuna Sandwiches-- which I was sadly disappointed in. The Ahi Tuna was tough with a lot of tendons.. I could barely eat it, honestly. Sad because on my previous visit I ordered the Ahi Tacos, and they were delicious. For $15 for an Ahi Tuna Sandwich, I would expect a better cut of Tuna. My husband wasn't quite as offended about it and he loved his sandwich. I will definitely be back-- the appetizer, drinks, and ambience won me over even if the meal wasn't quite right.

    (4)

  • Monica S.

    Best pot stickers in Arizona :) I would also recommend the fish tacos!! Also has such a great atmosphere! Always fun and friendly

    (5)

  • Joseph G.

    This has to be one of the best restaurants I've ever been to in Scottsdale. The food has been amazing each time. The portions match the price, and the staff has been amazing each time.

    (5)

  • Toni J.

    I wasn't sure what to expect with this Hula's, but after attending their grand opening I was pleasantly surprised. Despite being extremely busy, we had great service and food. I tried the house made vegetarian black bean burger with sweet potato fries. It was excellent and big enough to feed at least 2 people! The only thing I wasn't thrilled with was their drinks were premixed. The Mai Tai was a little sweet for my taste, so I asked them to take down the pineapple juice a bit, but they couldn't...so I moved on to a dark and stormy. We're looking forward to returning for Sunday brunch and all day happy hour... let's just say Hula's is going to be packed this spring!

    (4)

  • Calvin B.

    Love this place for the food and atmosphere! Service sometimes seems a little slow but then again I am typically there with 10 plus people. Always a good place to start your sunday funday!

    (4)

  • Marcy N.

    I ate here visiting Scottsdale and it was fantastic! Creative food combinations that were tasting and filling. I had the best lemonade I think I've ever had too!

    (5)

  • Lindsay G.

    Our favorite restaurant in Scottsdale! Cool Hawaiian vibe, delicious fish, excellent drinks! Our waiter forgot a kids meal, probably because she didn't write anything down when taking 5 peoples orders, but instead made up for it by rushing it out for us. It arrived a few minutes later and all was well! Wasabi mash had some good kick to it and the ceviche was a perfect appetizer on a warm Scottsdale evening! I look forward to returning to Scottsdale and will definitely be back here if we can get in!

    (5)

  • Beccy S.

    This place is awesome, right across the road from patties in oldtown its perfect to start the night and the open air theme is cool. The service was really interactive and relaxed and our server had lots of knowledge on the vast menu. It was hard to pick there were so many tasty options. Added bonus was happy hour until 7pm saturday and sunday. I was recommended to try hulas for the drink menu and it didn't disappoint! I had the tiki bastard and it was so good! A twist on the traditional mule. Plus the drinks are all served in fun glassware so you feel like your drinking cocktails on the beach. To eat I had the thai chicken bowl which was huge and judging from some of the portions coming from the kitchen they serve big, but really tasty and nice presentation. My friends had the pork tacos and the cheviche and both were delicious, one of the best ceviche I have had in AZ. Cool place to hang out and enjoy the atmosphere, I would definitely be back to try more!

    (5)

  • Kelly R.

    I absolutely love, love, love the food at Hula. The lobster bisque soup, the Hula Burger, the Bowls they're all amazing! The service was super slow but the server was very nice. The only thing I would count as a downfall is they're patio is way too small and the inside doesn't have a comfortable atmosphere so the dining experience isn't that great. Since the food is so amazing I'll probably just do carry out.

    (5)

  • Leah U.

    My boyfriend and I are new to Arizona so occasionally we like to step out of our comfort zone and try new places. We decided to try out this place and immediately walking into this restaurant we right away sensed a horrible vibe. The floors were flooded because of the rain (which I slightly understood) so we were only to sit in a specific area. We weren't greeted for a good 5 minutes and when the server did greet us, she seemed mad for whatever reason and we actually had 3 different servers which is annoying and only one server (the manager) actually helped us. The sad part is that I loved my food but my boyfriend didn't enjoy his. He ordered chicken tacos I believe I'm not too sure about the name but his had bones in it which is disgusting and unfortunately the cons out way the pros and we will never be coming back due to our horrible customer service.

    (1)

  • Cassandra G.

    The first time I ate here I was with a large group of girls and everything was amazing our service, food and drinks was all great so I recommended it to lots of friends but the second time I ate there it was the complete opposite... Horrific service my good was mediocre and our table was small and we were sat very close to a really big group at a high too and kept getting bumped into

    (3)

  • Ashley K.

    creative drink options (wide range of sweet / girly to more strong / powerful) - we sat at the bar and had a couple drinks before meeting friends for dinner up the street. we didn't eat but they had a rather complex food menu (which sometimes I am skeptical of - how can you accell at a book full of different food options a la Cheesecake Factory?) and the food smelled great. when we originally walked in (this was a week after their initial opening, we later learned), there were no seats at the bar. we contemplated waiting but then decided we didn't have time to wait for a seat, have drinks and meet our friends on time so we walked out. we got about 15 feet out the door when the very observant bartender came after us and said that two bar seats just opened up if we still wanted them. we were impressed by his follow up. once we got to the bar, it took a while to get a bartender to take our order (hey what happened to our friend who chased after us?) but once we finally received the drinks, the drinks were perfect and the bartender apologized and comped a drink (without our asking) and was very friendly and talkative. for this being their first week of being open, their customer service was top notch and in itself a reason to return.

    (4)

  • Bridget C.

    The drinks were great but strong, food was either very bland or very spicy, ambiance was a nice outdoor lounge feel. The Scorpion bowl was a good drink but the bowl it came in looked like it was bought in a back alley tourist shop in chinatown...see pics

    (2)

  • Sarah I.

    Nothing special to say for or against this place. Price was on par with where it was (a little expensive - scottsdale), food was ok, service was ok. Nice atmosphere and it does seem to be baby friendly as we had our 9 month old and others had babies too. Didn't get the "Tiki" part, didn't seem to overly islandish.

    (3)

  • rabecca c.

    I loved the Scottsdale location. We went on a weeknight and it wasn't insanely busy like the downtown Phoenix location. They allow for a casual dining experience without all the stuffiness of some Scottsdale restaurants. Our waiter was amazing, very attentive, even asking how we liked our drinks. The food was the best part! We ordered the CocoJoe Chicken Plate and Jawaiian Jerk Chicken plate. I highly recommend the Jawaiian Jerk Chicken.

    (5)

  • Maryann K.

    Never the less a great spot to visit , we always take out of towners here for an enjoyable experience with well thought out Polynesian cuisine . And I can't get over what great service they have! We always sit at the bar so can't speak for the servers but the bartenders truly Make us feel welcome. Max and Dan are wonderful, and warming.

    (5)

  • Anil B.

    Great Food and amazing value. The drinks are strong and well priced and the vibe is cool. What more could you want? Try the appetizers (shrimp rolls and fish cakes) The tiki bastard and Mai tai are well made drinks here worth trying.

    (5)

  • Brad W.

    Stopped in to enjoy the July 4th daytime festivities and maybe because of big Dana's holiday hoopla, this was a better experience than my visit to his other outpost. On this day, he decided to discount all appetizers $2 from the menu, not just the mini-list he created on the normal happy hour menu. Hey, Dana buddy, that was my idea in the first place, bring it on across the board please. Anyway, boycott lifted, I tried the very hot and well seasoned Sweet Potato fries that came with a secret sauce, which was revealed by the server as Ketchup, mayo and mustard? Not sure those were the ingredients, but the fries were very good as was the coconut shrimp egg roll thing that was quite unique. Only four pieces, but they had a decent number of shrimp and a good nutty topping on the open faced appetizer. This dipping sauce was not liked by my date, it was billed as pineapple horseradish, and I hate that condiment, but luckily it tasted nothing like horseradish. Finally, I didn't touch the spicy seaweed, but it got a good thumbs up as did the one margarita on the drink menu. My two "girlie" fruity cocktails also hit the spot on this very warm holiday. I would also say to Dana to maybe close all the windows on these humid days because you can't have it both ways in the Arizona summer.

    (4)

  • Mark L.

    First timer here, parking was not that bad for the area. The food was really good! Table service was fast overall good time on the run!

    (3)

  • Novel M.

    Place is nice and clean and that's about it. Food was horrible and service was ok but took over 30 minutes and my burger was cold. Not coming back here again.

    (3)

  • C. M.

    I'm giving this place 1 star because that's the level of brain activity that the hostess with the black hair and pound-heavy mascara had with me tonight. My friends and I were heavily underquoted on a wait time, then talked to like we were members of her rival sorority (assuming she's not in her 6th semester at SCC). She literally said "I'm like, not sure you guys are gunna get a table"- after we already waited. We elected to help shorten her wait list by removing ourselves from it.

    (1)

  • Cheryl M.

    Let me tell you, I returned today for late lunch with my sweetie, and the food and service were fantastic. The food was hot, huge portions (didn't stop us, though! ), and served with elegant understated hospitality. We were able to enjoy ourselves, chat, and eat great food. I would have stayed longer if we had more time just to linger with a drink and enjoy the open wall to the beautiful Scottsdale winter temperatures. Nicely done Hulas.

    (5)

  • Sean R.

    Great new spot that has a different atmosphere than most Scottsdale spots. Worth checking out.

    (5)

  • Chuck D.

    Wow what a great place for something different then standard bar food and burgers. Fantastic drinks, (enjoyed a Dr. Funk and a Painkiller) along with a nice variety of Hawaiian/Polynesian fare. The short ribs were amazing and the Hawaiian Chicken with the sweet pot fries was equally exquisite. Going back for more.

    (5)

  • Carol S.

    Absolutely awesome food & service! We happen to stumble upon the grand opening & went in for a cocktail. We returned the next day for lunch. Incredible food!!! I asked if Hula's has a sister restaurant in Monterey Ca.? They do! The Hula's in Monterey Ca. was one of the best meals we had in Monterey. Scottsdale was just as memorable! You have a serious hit on your hands!!! KUDOS!!!!! Can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • Randy G.

    Awesome ambiance! They did a good job with the small space they had. The servers here are so friendly and they have an awesome drink list... not to mention AWESOME Wednesday all afternoon happy hour! This place is a must try!

    (5)

  • Aleli K.

    After having a bad experience at a restaurant nearby, we decided to give this restaurant a try. We were pleasantly surprised and happy we didn't give the previous establishment our money!! We ordered the potstickers, fried bananas, steak tacos, ahi tuna, short ribs and a few glasses of wine/martinis - all were full of flavor and nothing was left. Customer service was great and they made sure our 21 month old son was satisfied with the food they prepared. Thanks for a great dinner!!

    (4)

  • Joey D.

    Awesome atmosphere, great style, very neo-tiki. I love tiki, so the more the merrier, especially in AZ. Apps are good, had some bomb sweet potato fries, the entrees are also pretty big, hungry big. Which is nice considering the tiny portions you get at most places. A sweet place to load up on food and visuals, relax, enjoy yourself, and feel like you're not in Arizona anymore, but in a cool modern cafe in LA by the beach.

    (4)

  • Amy C.

    The tuna poke is fantastic. Do yourself a favor and order this with some wonton chips to start. Also, have had Juan Carlos as a server multiple times. He is fantastic and will make sure you have everything you need. Great drink specials and amazing Mac and cheese

    (5)

  • CaveatEmptor E.

    I am really impressed with the restaurant's management on following up on my review on Yelp timely. Like other good restaurants and companies, Hula's used the review to immediately ensure their food handling protocol were being followed. The restaurant definitely have great servers and great dishes. I'm positive my last visit was an anomaly. My family and I will definitely go back in the near future.

    (4)

  • Patrick H.

    I'm glad they are open now in Scottsdale. It saves me the drive to Phoenix. Their servers are friendly and the mai tai is as good as ever!

    (4)

  • Leigh F.

    Ok I would give it only three stars because I was likely the oldest person here in the place. I felt "old" around the twenty somethings in the place. However the staff did not make me feel that way so it would not be fair to say it was A OK when it was likely a nice place to eat.... the drinks are reasonably priced. I really should not care but I felt that maybe this place was not "for me". We did not have the food so go in and give it a try. The entrées and main dishes looked really good.

    (4)

  • Maria B.

    I love the food and the drinks are perfects

    (5)

  • Thomas D.

    Scottsdale Location My wife and I are big fans of your Central location, so when your Scottsdale location opened up, we've been anxiously awaiting an opportunity to come in. That occasion came about yesterday, when we brought our two daughters (2 & 3) and my in-laws for dinner. First, let me start by saying that the kids were relatively well behaved...so I don't think that had any impact on our experience and/or treatment at all. When we first arrived, we were greeted by a hostess who seemed like she barely had a pulse. She seemed almost annoyed that she had to seat us, instead of warmly greeting us and showing us to our seats (you know...like what a hostess does?). Upon leaving for the evening, she was off talking to some obvious friends who were seated at a nearby table, rather than at her station thanking us for coming in. Our waitress disappeared for large chunks of time throughout the evening, and we had to ask for more water, a side of dressing (which never arrived), or a second round of drinks (which we didn't order...because she never came back again until she brought the bill). We saw her over by the bar several times throughout the night conversing with one of the bartenders (mind you...it wasn't busy, and nobody appeared to be making any drinks). Atmosphere was great...and the food of course is delicious...but man, can you guys revisit customer service with your staff? I felt embarrassed for my in-laws, and felt uncomfortable that I put them through that experience.

    (1)

  • Barbara E.

    The food was excellent! Even though it says it doesn't cater to kids the waiter was great with our two kids and they loved their food too! Great drinks

    (5)

  • Lindsey G.

    I stopped here with a few friends on an impromptu "tour de old-town" before I make my move to SF. We had no idea it was the grand opening - happy hour all day! I'd been meaning to try the Phoenix location forever so I was glad I got to check out the new spot. From what I could tell, this location is much less "themed" which is kind of a bummer, but we still got umbrella's in every drink which made me a happy little bar hopper. We didn't try any food but the drinks we're all very strong and tasty. One mai tai was enough for this little one, 2 would've sent me dancing across the street at Pattie's. Definitely a fun new spot to check out for something off the beaten path!

    (4)

  • Karen T.

    We have been to the Hula's a Modern Tiki Bar on Central in Phoenix in the past, but was happy to find the Scottsdale location. The bartender/manager, Max Bourne was great! Personable and accommodating, Max made what was an ordinary happy hour into a FUN experience! Their specialty drinks were perfectly mixed and no one does coconut cream pie like this place!!! Definitely a must go!

    (5)

  • Carlos R.

    Had a great experience. Was at Scottsdale for the SF Giants Spring Training. Food was excellent. Went there for dinner, and literally went back the next morning for breakfast. Juan Carlos was our waiter Sunday morning. Great guy.

    (5)

  • Leslie M.

    My new favorite place in Old Town!! I am so excited to finally find a quality restaurant in Old Town that has it all: -great food with lots of fun, delicious options -fantastic service -good ambience -a nice crowd The one downside of this place is the decor. Sort of a random choice on seating arrangements--only a couple good seats in the whole place. Sit with Ronnie--he's a Hula's veteran and he's a fantastic server. Try the coconut crusted hapu and the blackened ahi sandwich. To die for!! The Tiki Bastard is a fun twist on the classic Moscow Mule. Great place!!

    (5)

  • Jessica D.

    Hands down best food, drinks and service!!! Best restaurant by far in Scottsdale! Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a good vibe, good food and awesome drinks. Must get the chicken tacos and a Mai tai, seriously the best I've ever had!

    (5)

  • Jax G.

    For a new restaurant I think they did very well. I went on what I believe was their 2nd night of being open. My group started with the spicy edamame, the ceviche, and the house made fries. I'm very picky, the ceviche had a huge thumbs up from the table, as did the amazing fries. I think the edamame could use a BIT of tweaking. The group all looked very happy with the entrees ordered. I ordered a green jungle curry bowl, really good kick of spice, which I appreciated. I don't believe in bland! I'm not a dessert person but they do have homemade desserts I was told by the cutie server girl. I visit Scottsdale for biz, I will go back (and even try the edamame again).

    (4)

  • Tracey C.

    Love this place, nice ambience and great food. Would be nice if there's one in Los Angeles

    (4)

  • Lu W.

    Wow! Amazing food! Amazing cocktails! Great service and I think I tasted the best appetizer of all time: fish bites were so light so crispy but juicy and perfectly prepared! Heaven! We'll be back!

    (5)

  • Kendra C.

    I went here for the first time the other night for dinner with a couple of friends The waiter was down-to-earth and attentive. I started with the Painkiller for a cocktail, which was absolutely delicious. I also had the Market Ahi Sashimi for an appetizer which was also delicious. Perfect texture and was very fresh. But then when I went to the main entrée, my experience kind of changed. I ordered the loco moco. I have had some really good Hawaiian dishes, so I would like to say that I have a good taste for Hawaiian food, but the loco moco was NOT good. The patty had absolutely no flavor, and the so-called mushroom gravy was way too salty. But it did have a good atmosphere and good drinks and appetizers, so my boyfriend and I decided we should go there again and try out their breakfast. The following day my boyfriend and I went for brunch. I started with a bloody mary, and it was great!!! I also ordered the Crispy Coconut Shrimp rolls as an appetizer. They had unique flavor at first, but then when I started to get into it, they did not taste so good. Almost too unique of a flavor for such a simple dish. Then I ordered another bloody mary, it was awful! Basically pure vodka. So then I asked the waitress can I please get this remade. She took it and came back and said he just put it in this glass and added mix to it.... I was like okay.... I'm pretty sure you are not supposed to tell the customer that and I'm pretty sure when a customer asks you to have it remade it means REMADE. I slowly started not liking the place after that... Then I ordered the Portuguese sausage benedict... Again, I know my benedicts and this one was not good. I rated this place with 3 stars because it has good intentions and good dishes, but needs to change around the menu a bit for it to be entirely successful.

    (3)

  • Dawn T.

    We loved this place! It was a little bit loud, and our table was kind of close to the people next to us, but the atmosphere was fun, and the food was amazing. Our tropical drinks were really delicious, and the service was excellent. This place wins for uniqueness. And the Old Town location is convenient to all the fun shopping. We ordered all appetizers, and they were excellent. We highly recommend the crispy coconut shrimp rolls. They are outstanding!

    (5)

  • Heather V.

    We enjoyed having dinner and drinks at Hula's before a night out in Old Town. The drinks were large and strong and the food was tasty! The decor was modern, not so much Tiki flavor (except reggae music). The service we received was good. I did really enjoy the food: Thai fish cakes were particularly delicious, and we enjoyed the fish tacos as well. I'd come back for the food, for sure.

    (4)

  • Amy E.

    Minutes after writing my first review for Hula's I received a sincere apology letter from Dana at Hula's. Now THAT is what I call a solid, caring, good business owner. Not only did he apologize for my experience he took the time to ask for more details about the service. I'm impressed at his quick action and willingness to make things right. I hate to sound like a tough customer, but sometimes speaking out on Yelp is what it takes to make a difference. With that being said, I will DEFINITELY be back to Hula's. :) Thanks Dana! Sorry for the first rough go 'round!

    (4)

  • Brad S.

    I would give this 4.5 stars. The service was amazing the server was very accommodating to much wifes eating restrictions. The fish sandwich was good. The fish tasted very fresh. Happy hour all day on Wednesday.

    (4)

  • Adam S.

    We came in here while in a work trip and everyone loved the atmosphere, service, and food. From the salads to the chicken sandwich all of it was awesome. They had to peel a couple of the people from the Mac n cheese as it is amazing and we finished it off with the key lime pie. Loved everything about this place and would recommend!

    (5)

  • Dave B.

    Cool place. Love the open air dining. Jackie the bartender is awesome. It's my first time here, and she is the best! Welcoming. The Ahi tacos are great (bartender recommended). Enjoy!!!!

    (5)

  • Liz S.

    Love their brunch deals. $2 mimosas!

    (5)

  • Jim G.

    Great bar! Got the Mai tai and it was yummy! Great staff and service and very fun! Would go back weekly if we could!

    (5)

  • Jessica C.

    I am from out of town and never been to AZ before. This place had some amazing food!! My husband had the macadamia nut encrusted mahi and I had the the blackened halibut with wasabi mash. Both were great but the macadamia dish took that round! Compliments to the chef!

    (4)

  • Chris P.

    Excellent service, the best quality of fish I have had since moving from newport beach, ca. Great service and atmosphere, a gem in old town

    (5)

  • Sarah W.

    We went on a Tuesday with a group of 8. Everyone sort of showed up at their own pace, so we had friends that had already ordered food when we showed up. However our server gave us menus and got our drinks and everything started out fine. My boyfriend and I wanted to get a couple of appetizers, but our server dropped off beers at the other end of the table and never came back. We waited and all had our drinks and he never came back to get our orders. By the time he came back we decided it wasn't worth it to us to wait even longer for refills or food and asked for our bill. He then proceeded to wander around and not get us our bill for another 20 minutes. There were probably less than 5 other groups in the restaurant at the time. We didn't get to try anything. I have nothing about it that would make me want to come back.

    (2)

  • Alyssa E.

    Great food AND beer, what more could you ask for? Great spot to grab dinner with some friends or on a date night.

    (4)

  • Marisa S.

    I was so happy when they announced they were opening a location in Scottsdale. This is a really fun place and I am sure it will be a hit in the area. There are a couple of kinks still to work out, but I am sure they will take care of it. We went for the grand opening, we sat at a communal table with several friends. I was having such a fun time that I missed the ribbon cutting ceremony. My first drink was the Dr. Funk, very fruity and rummy. I think it could be dangerous, because I was downing it pretty fast. My second one was the One Eye Pyrat, I love ginger beer, so I wanted to try it. That one was good, but I liked my first drink better. To eat we had the Ahi Tuna Wontons, Pork Tacos and Johnny cakes. Everything was really good. We never got our sweet potato fries, but they took them off the bill. It was a pretty confusing table, so I don't blame our server Charlie, he was trying to take care of a table of over 12 people. I already know what I am getting next, can't wait to be back.

    (5)

  • Franchesca G.

    Great concept, great service! I had the luah pork sandwich...ok but not great. My friend had the tacos that were delicious.

    (3)

  • Lauren S.

    I am pretty obsessed with this place. Food is off the hook, fun drinks and great atmosphere!!!

    (5)

  • Mark Y.

    Came in with a group of 5, wanting dinner and drinks. We live near Old Town and frequent many of the local establishments on a regular basis. This was the first time here. Although there were quite a few places to sit and a near empty bar, it took several minutes to be greeted by a hostess, two of them were too busy talking to each other to acknowledge us. We were eventually seated and the service was lackluster. We ordered our food and when it came one of the dishes was incorrect. OK, stuff happens, but when my friend told the waiter her order was wrong, he argued with her, saying he remembered distinctly what she ordered. But he was wrong. He hadn't written the order down and was simply wrong. He huffed and took the plate back, remarking once again that she had ordered it. The rest of us were served, and eventually she was brought her food by a different server. He said, "Lucky for you we weren't too busy or you would have had to wait a lot longer." That did it. We won't be back, and it's too bad. The food and the drinks are good. I tipped 18% on the $84.00 bill, but I shouldn't have. There are too many fine choices in Old Town. I expect to be treated with some modicum of respect.

    (2)

  • Shifa A.

    Gave this Place another try the other night. As always a great atmosphere and there were many people in the restaurant mid week. Sat at the bar again and the bartender was very attentive and very nice. We ordered the beef and chicken bowls which were delicious and had a unique flavor to them. The restaurant and bathrooms are extremely clean as well! I will definitely come back here.

    (5)

  • Jody D.

    We went here for lunch and can't wait to come back and try the Ahi Poke on the dinner menu (I wish they have more appetizer choices on the lunch menu). I tried the Pork Tacos, which came with rice and black beans. The pork was very tender and flavorful with a hint of pineapple. My fiance ordered the chicken bowl, which was delicious! The curry based sauce they used on the chicken was one of the best sauces I have ever tasted. The service was slightly slow, but the food was wonderful!

    (4)

  • Tony K.

    Not sure where all the great reviews are coming from. This place was average at best. The decor is nice and the staff were somewhat friendly but beyond that the food was certainly edible but not outstanding. If I were visiting Scottsdale again, I would say there are much better places to spend your food budget on.

    (3)

  • Dena D.

    Excellent food, great service!! We took our servers recommendation on the spicy edamame and I'm glad we did!! The Mai Tai's are excellent, not too sweet. Also ordered the crispy coconut shrimp rolls and the lemongrass mahi, excellent choices.

    (5)

  • Taylor D.

    Love both of their locations. Delicious and affordable. Great atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Richard R.

    Cool vibe. Great happy hour too! Welcome to Scottsdale, Hula's!

    (4)

  • Jeffrey C.

    I highly recommend eating at hula's. The atmosphere is really hip and it's located in a great part of Scottsdale. But the best thing is the food. I had the chic bowl that was fabulous. It was really big and the flavors were spicy and chic was super tender. The meal was all that more enjoyable by our awesome and super nice server Skyler. Thanks for the great service.

    (5)

  • Peter R.

    Amazing! I'm from Philly which a big food town and this place kills it. Good drinks too. Plantains! Coconut shrimp rolls! Mongolian beef bowl! Amazeballs! Also had a piece of ahi which was good and Johnny cakes were nice!

    (5)

  • Jo W.

    Food was great! We had Poke, potstickers and steak tacos. All were yummy! Can't wait to come back and try more!

    (5)

  • Kaleigh B.

    The menu had so many good options that it was hard to pick just one thing. In the end, I decided to get the Jawaiian Jerk Pork plate. So so so good. So much food too. Amazing flavors. The restaurant itself is nice, but a little on the small side. Only one TV so don't plan on going here to watch a game. Small patio, but they are pet friendly so that is a HUGE plus! :)

    (5)

  • April D.

    Nothing special about this place. The food is ok. The service was terrible. They do have a few good beers on tap but nothing so great that I will go back. And now upon reviewing our Amex statement we were over charged for our meal. A very disappointing experience all together!

    (2)

  • Michael C.

    Had to update this as I let my emotions get better of me. This place rocks. Definitely worth checking out when in Old Town!

    (5)

  • Colleen L.

    service was great and food was very tasty!!

    (3)

  • Mark B.

    A little slow on the food delivery considering the crowd level (to their credit, we got $10 toward a future trip without complaining/asking). Not really "Hawaiian" in the decor either, but it was nice enough. Chix tacos were okay, but the blacked Hapu fish sandwich was truly outstanding...like one of the best ever. It's worth trying, but might not blow your socks off.

    (3)

  • Erin R.

    Favorite spot in Old Town right now! I think Hula's has been open for about a month, and I have been there at least 5 times that I can think of! First of all, I love the décor. It is very island hip casual, if that makes sense. I love that there is one wall that completely opens up to the outside. That has been particularly nice during this mild winter that we've been having. Second, they have a great happy hour. It goes until 7 every day. My favorite are the mai tais. Usually I am not a huge fan of mai tais, but these are special. They are not the usual fruit-punch-red, sugary concoctions you get beachside. No, they are not...but, I have a hard time describing them. I'll just say they are delicious, and they definitely pack a punch. Third, almost everything I've eaten there has been great. The two things that stick out in my mind are the poke and the hapu with lemongrass sauce. The poke was extremely fresh and flavorful. Sometimes raw fish dishes are too salty for me, but this was perfect. My boyfriend ordered the hapu and chose to get it with lemongrass sauce. It was one of the best fish dishes I've ever had. Even with a cream sauce, it was relatively light and just really different. I ordered the butterfish and had it pan fried, and I should have known it would be too much. It was tasty, but it was just too rich and definitely on the salty side. I've also had the sweet potato fries, lobster bisque, potstickers, and the crispy coconut shrimp rolls. I enjoyed all of those except the potstickers, which were too thick and fairly bland. Finally, the service has generally been good. The one night I went for dinner rather than happy hour, the service was excellent. I will be going back to Hula's as soon as possible!

    (5)

  • April R.

    Wow! What a huge difference from our last visit to Hula's! We went on a crowded and very busy Friday night. We were seated immediately by a very polite hostess. I asked our waiter about gluten free options and was given a new menu, and told if I had any questions he would gladly ask the chef. I had the Spicy Chicken Taco, they were great. Definitely adding this back to our list for future visits.

    (4)

  • Rob Y.

    I enjoyed a terrific spicy Thai chicken bowl. 5 star taste and presentation, but at $13 for lunch, I docked it a star for being a bit pricey. Outstanding service and a tasty Kono coconut-flavored brown beer made for a wonderful lunch experience.

    (4)

  • Thomas B.

    YES, YES, YES! I wen't here solo on a Saturday night and man did I luck out! I had the Blackened Ahi, and man was it delicious! Perfectly cooked rare, with a blackened crust that really made a statement. The staff was great, but did not hover as sometimes happens when I'm solo. I'll keep this in mind for my next Scottsdale visit for sure! Great place to take a date too!

    (5)

  • Steph P.

    Our party of 4 all loved every part of our meal at Hula's! The food was delicious and full of flavor with just enough spice to make it interesting. There was a great atmosphere with fresh air flowing through the restaurant and an upbeat environment. The service was above average. We will return again and again.

    (5)

  • HH G.

    Great food... very fun atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Brittany P.

    Our server Charlie was great! Soo informative about the menu and on top of everything. Great relaxing atmosphere and not ridiculously priced. Only problem is parking, like anywhere in old town. Definitely worth checking out!

    (5)

  • Erika L.

    The hubby and I ordered the starter ceviche REALLY GOOD! I had the ahi tacos also REALLY GOOD it came with white rice and black beans. The hubby ordered shrimp mango Ceasar salad awesome combo!! Service was outstanding extremely helpful on deciding what to order. Great atmosphere!

    (5)

  • Rachel M.

    Delicious food per usual--love the building and service. I do love the other hulas location a bit more because of its awesome, giant patio. But it is super nice to have the options of delicious Mongolian beef bowl closer to home!

    (4)

  • Susan B.

    Found this via Yelp. Really great find. Lived the atmosphere. Great service. Interesting items. We ordered several appetizers instead of an entree. We like tapa style dining. Reasonable pricing. Tuesday night is. 2 appetizers and 2 cocktails for $20. CAnt beat that!!

    (5)

  • Chad C.

    Great atmosphere! The pain killer is a pina colada on steroids! Not frozen but delicious! Come try this cool old town Scottsdale location. The Ahi poke is a must! Forgot to take a picture cause the food looked so amazing I had to eat it!

    (5)

  • DJ H.

    I was so happy when Hula opened up in Scottsdale. I always loved the Phoenix location but did not make it there often enough. The Scottsdale location has a very nice wide open feel and a big bar. Huge doors give a patio feel to everyone when the weather is nice. Food is really good, I love the poke and the luau pork plate. Delicious. I love their MaiTais. Really good and not too sweet. If MaiTais are not your thing there are plenty of other tropical drinks to try. They have some different food and drink specials each night of the week and a solid happy hour. I have been to Hula's five times since they opened and I got great or exceptional service each and every time.

    (5)

  • Derek C.

    I have always wanted to try Hulas but never had the time to go to the central location. Ehen I found out one opened up in Old Town I was so stoked. I came in the other night wanting to see how it was and lemme tell you I was totally impressed. The atmosphere was amazing. I tried the ceviche and I loves it.. the bartender Max was fantastic.. great energy and engaged with me as well as other patrons.. he made me feel comfortable and suggested the spicy teriyaki chicken bowl. .I loved it.. so glad I tried hulas because im bringing 10 to 12 ppl back for my bday dinner saturday night.. hopefully max will be there and can whip me up a bday shot haha.. I work in old town and will recommend this place to others

    (5)

  • Leslie A.

    Happy hour was amazing! The waiter was soooo helpful! He literally explained everything. And we were extremely needy. His name is Juan Carlos. Literally best service

    (5)

  • Michael Z.

    I am a tiki aficionado and was looking forward to checking this place out. The curb appeal is rather cool outside. Entering the place it does have a real modern feel hence the word in their name. However, I was really really disappointed that there wasn't any tiki type props or decorations anywhere in the restaurant other than the kitschy midcentury props stored inside the bar and the lonely only picture in the entire tiki themed restaurant hidden in the corner - a Mark Ryden print. I just expected a lot more and was told by the bartender that the other central location is better themed so I hope that they're going to make some additions as far as the decor goes . Now we had just eaten at Malee's Thai Room so we didn't sample any of the food items. What we did have was this giant scorpion bowl drink that was strong as heck and tasted awesome - flaming nectar of the gods it was. Bravo! Mr. Bartender. We would have stayed just a little bit longer but there was an extremely intoxicated noisy loud platinum blonde Snottsdale bimbo screeching stupidity right next to my wife's ear so we decided to pack it up after one. I'll make my way down here again and check it out again and maybe downtown too.

    (4)

  • Albana E.

    Went to Hulas last night after movie with a girlfriend. We sat at the bar. This place is very cute and love something different other than the normal boring old west style places in that area. Drinks were fabulous. Food was even better. Highly recommend the Poke and the Coconut Shrimp rolls. Staff was pleasant too. Overall very nice experience. Will be going back :)

    (4)

  • Ashley G.

    I use to live in Central Phoenix and regularly made trips to the Hula's on Central Ave. When the Scottsdale Hula's opened I was ecstatic! The staff is all really friendly and every time my husband and I visit the waiters remember us and chat us up. The food is so good... All of the tacos are great and if you are just going to have snack the appetizer menu is quite impressive. I think the only thing I have had that I was on the fence about was the calamari strips. I'm a huge fan of the ceviche and ahi! The Dr. Funk and Painkiller are great drinks for anyone looking to enjoy their all Wednesday happy hour and the seasonal Longboard beers are great too! I would strongly suggest this place! I am giving this four stars only because the patio seating is so small and I feel like I can never get a table outside. Living in Scottsdale, I personally love to take advantage of the outdoors. However, if you don't mind being inside they have a great and spacious seating arrangement with a retracting wall to bring in the fresh air.

    (4)

  • Lindsay R.

    As a huge fan of the Phoenix location and now a resident of Old Town Scottsdale, I was beyond stoked to know that I live less than 2 miles away from the new location. Dana is a great owner and the staff at both locations are amazing. Location in Old Town is perfect and the decor is always on point, I would totally live on the patio! As a vegetarian, their menu stands out for me compared to other restaurants. I can't get enough of their Big Sur Black Bean Burger. You may be thinking, "Grrrrreat. ANOTHER veggie burger for the non meat people".. No way, this burger is perfect, not bland and is AWESOME with added avocado. The tofu tacos and bowls are fantastic too. To the reviewer who said that everything was a little spicy.. Well, I'm sorry to burst your bubble but it is pacific islander style food. It's meant to have a kick and boy does it rule. The drink list is a lot of fun as well, I always look forward to a Tiki Bastard or good old fashion Zombie! Thanks Hula's, you have a regular for as long as I'm in Arizona :)

    (5)

  • Clyde C.

    This is a pretty great place. the atmosphere is nice and chill, the staff is super friendly but the food is really why I go there! I've had the mango chicken caesar, one of the lunch "bowls" and both are really good. Best on the menu are the Tacos! I've had the shrimp, fish and chicken and all three are phenomenal! Great Place!!!

    (5)

  • Paul S.

    Love it.. one of our new favorite places.. great service, atmosphere, food and drinks. Insane Thai Chicken Bowl and Mai Tai's!

    (5)

  • Tiffany H.

    Went for a team building dinner and it was great. The Thai Spicy chicken bowl and blood orange martins are fabulous

    (4)

  • Trina N.

    The food was great, service was good. Good, fresh take on Island food. Shrimp tacos were delicious, the black bean burger was also very good. Nice, casual atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Cara S.

    Went to dinner on Sunday with my friend. We had stopped in for appetizers a few weeks ago and decided to try something new on the large menu. We were seated very quickly and arrived just in the nick of time to find the restaurant quickly filled up. It is laid out very well to accommodate all sizes of parties. We had the Hawaiian Ceviche which was refreshing and filling. We previously tried the Lobster Bisque which was divine. This time we also had the Fried fish cakes, which were crunchy on the outside and soft in the middle. He had the fried calamari sandwich and I tried the Baja Fish tacos. The Calamari sandwich was amazing. Thin strips were lightly battered and fried, then topped with French dressing and cole slaw. The bun was sturdy enough to hold everything in place and the calamari was very soft and tender. I couldn't believe that it was calamari. I never had a great desire for it because most of the time it is too rubbery and chewy. Not this one! I highly recommend it! The fish tacos were good, 3 of them on corn tortillas with sliced avocado and rice and beans. The rice and beans were nothing special but the tacos filled us up. I would definitely go back for the Calamari sandwich and to try some other items on the menu. Also, try the Lilikoi Margarita...it is a perfect balance of sweet and sour and half price during happy hour.

    (4)

  • John A.

    Hula's is a great place to enjoy some Hawaiian Fusion cuisine. The atmosphere is great and the wait staff is top notch, from the hostess to waiter and bus boys. We started our evening with a Margarita and Deschutes White IPA then some appetizers, which were happy hour priced till 6PM. The Pulled Pork Tacos are huge and the Thai Fish Cakes were tasty. For dinner we chose the Mongolian Beef with Lime Curry and Kalbi Korean Ribs. Although the beef was a bit too rare for even my wife's taste, the flavors were awesome. Prices were moderate and the servings were good. We skipped dessert but I'm sure it would not disappoint. When in Scottsdale, give Hula's a visit.

    (5)

  • Sheila C.

    Cute little hawaiian restaurant with mexican fusion. Great selection of tropical drinks, mai tai's were spot-on. On a yelper's recommendation, we ordered the crispy coconut shrimp rolls with pineapple dipping sauce and they were outstanding. Probably the best part of the meal! Though I ordered it as an app, and got it after our meal was served. My mom ordered a bowl and it could have probably feed at least 2, if not more people. Delicious with the rice and cabbage. I ordered the pork tacos which were OK, they tasted way better with the salsa they provided. Dad ordered a salad, mango chicken caesar, which was a hit! Would love to go back for dinner to try the SCORPION OR VOLCANO BOWL which serves 2 or more. Lunch woudl have been a little early for that!

    (3)

  • Heather C.

    My favorite college buddy (actually he's the only one I still keep in touch with) was coming through town so my husband and I took him to lunch at Hula's. I've been wanting to go since they opened in Old Town. We reminisced about my first real concert over Hula's yummy cocktails...reliving the trip from Flagstaff in a car with no windows...in August...to see Metallica. I wasn't even sure who that was. I only knew he had lined up at Ticketmaster at 4am (before Al Gore invented the internet) to get good seats for his can of crazy girlfriend who refused to go at the last minute anyway. Ah, those were the days. And completely irrelevant to this review. So for those of you that haven't turned the channel yet, Hula's does have some fun cocktails. And while I love some of their appetizers, I thought lunch was just okay. I really liked the Hawaiian ceviche with wonton chips (again, great apps). The mango chicken caesar salad and mac salad, eh, okay. Good, but not great. I was also a little put off that my friend wanted to order from the dinner menu, but couldn't. We were about 20 minutes early, and understandably, the kitchen could not accommodate, which was fine. However even when we asked our server if we could just have our drinks for 20 minutes, and then order, she still said "no." I guess she was concerned we would take up the table for an extra 20 minutes?? That would have been another round of drinks, but I guess it wasn't worth her time. It hasn't been worth mine to go back, although I certainly wouldn't rule it out.

    (3)

  • April R.

    My Old Town Scottsdale bar hop was supposed to be over. I was just at my limit and was ready to get back to the hotel but then wait - what is that??? A tiki bar??? Well I am a sucker for a tiki bar so I decided to extended the bar hop to another drink, which turned into many, which turned into too many!!! From what I remember..... it was a very unexpected find in old town. A very strange choice/location/interior but I loved it! The drinks were so good, as I said, I many have enjoyed them a bit too much. I really do remember that every one on the menu looked great and each one I ordered was amazing. Would love to go back again some day, this time at the start of a bar hop instead of the end. If you are into tiki bars or looking for something different in old town you should check it out.

    (4)

  • Shannon R.

    Addendum: The owner contacted me to let me know this server no longer works at Hula's, and didn't represent their standard of service. Based on the owner's willingness to communicate with me and make amends, I'd be open to returning next time I'm in Scottsdale, and hopefully will be able to update my rating! --------------------------------------------------­--------------- Hi! I'm vegan. I try not to make a fuss when I eat out with friends, but Hula's made it difficult. I've never met a more exasperated waitress in my entire life. It started off fine enough. "Are your hashbrowns made with butter or oil?" "Butter." "And they can't be made with oil?" "No." "Okay, I'll have avocado and toast." I got avocado and a buttered English muffin. Two things - thought it was pretty clear based on our previous conversation that I'm not into butter, but also..."I'm sorry," I said. "I can't eat English muffins. Do you have toast, like sourdough or something?" Siiiigh, sure, okay. "Sorry," I called after her. All of my friends turned towards me. "Why are you apologizing?!" "I don't know...reflex? She looks annoyed with me?" Then when she came back and said the toast would be coming up, I clarified that I didn't want butter on the toast, remembering the English muffin situation. She stopped in her tracks, sighed, and then went to the kitchen, without saying a word to me. Oh...wow. What I got was Texas toast ("no butter!") grilled where they grill buttered Texas toast. Okay, I'm done. I almost ate it anyways, but the smell of butter and the hardness of the avocado stopped me. "It's not worth it, dude," I said to myself, nauseated by the smell. Had I made it clear I was vegan, it might've been a different story. I was trying to be easy (avocado and toast are usually so fail-safe!) but it just didn't work this time. I have zero complaints about the $2 mimosas, and they do have a clearly marked vegan option on their dinner menu. Both the English muffin and Texas toast were removed from my bill, so props to at least being aware that I was unhappy. But the situation was bad enough that none of my friends wanted to go back, even though they all had great food. I have pretty awesome friends.

    (2)

  • Travis B.

    Continue to have great food at Hula's....and a multitude of options. If you can't find anything you'd enjoy on Hula's menu, then you should just go home and pound sand! I've mentioned their awesome weekend HH's, but they also do a great all day Wednesday HH. I had the ceviche app and it is such a large portion, it pretty much filled me up. It was great textural ly and very flavorful. Will continue to come to Hula's for it's great food and excellent service.

    (5)

  • Francis V.

    I absolutely love this place. Not only does it have a friendly Hawaiian ambiance, but the staff makes you feel like family. Ronnie is by far the best host/manager I've ever had an experience with. The food is absolutely amazing, the drinks are exactly how you want them, and Ronnie does his best to make sure your entire experience is one that you want to repeat. At hula, I'm a repeat offender and I'm proud of it.

    (5)

  • Bao H.

    (Lyrics - Sam Smith - I'm Not The Only One) Yelp and me, we made a vow For better or for worse I know you wouldn't let me down But the proof's in the way it taste For months on end I've had no doubts Eating everywhere I wish I could come over now But I know that you'll be there I say I'm hungry Cause Scottsdale just around the corner But when is Happy Hour I go to Hula's Modern Tiki! Hula's Modern Tiki Scottsdale is a 2nd location to the popular Tiki off Central in Phoenix. Overall, Hula's Modern Tiki still the same concept and design; a 50's style luau with a modern twist in drinks and food. I came on a late Tuesday night to catch the game and hang with a buddy of mines from Los Angeles. He was flabbergasted by the prices, "They're so cheap compared to where I'm from", Yes I agreed. Plus, we have water and I'm sure glad I don't have to over pay for food here in the valley! Hula has daily Happy Hour specials so check them out, but tonight I shot for a IPA and ordered the Habanero Chicken Tacos while my buddy went for the Loco Moco. My dish was pretty darn spicy and I'm sure they used just a tad bit of habanero, but it worked with marinated shredded chicken while the crunchy cabbage slaw provided some texture. The avocado is always a welcome and the sweet aioli balanced it out pretty well. I didn't even use my salsa since I thought the dish was well put together. Only thing was I didn't care for the corn tortilla since it was definitely store bought; I rather have it freshly made and would have made this dish kickass! My buddies dish was a "traditional" Hawaiian meal. To me it was a Salisbury hamburger patty atop a bed of rice and a fried egg over everything. He rather enjoyed it, but I didn't really care for it. In the end. Hula's is still a hot spot for Happy Hour whether in Phoenix or Scottsdale. The food is a fusion of Hawaiian and Southwest with some modern American funk. Service is pretty good and overall and solid spot! - Enjoy!

    (4)

  • Michael C.

    Great variety of food beautifully prepared and reasonably priced. The fish bites appetizer was a big hit at the table. I did the steak sandwich and Caesar salad. It did not have that much meat, but it was tasty (maybe the bread was too big...). My wife's Baja fish tacos were almost to pretty to eat. Almost... the fist tacos are defiantly worth trying. Their are dozens of places competing for business in old town and this place is a winner.

    (4)

  • Hieu N.

    Simply great Hawaiian food. The kalua pork is juicy and tender, the ceviche was fresh with the perfect acidity, and the gravy on the loco moco I can drink as a cocktail. Speaking of cocktails, they have an amazing happy hour which runs pretty much the entire weekend. Drinks start at $5 and taste so good that you have to be careful not to drink 5-6 before you know you're pretty much drunk. The atmosphere and service is amazing though. So feel free to hang around and savor the good times with your friends. That way if you leave after drinking 6 drinks in 2 hours or so, you won't feel like a total alcoholic.

    (5)

  • Joshua S.

    This place was great. For me, I've never seen the whole draw to Old Town Scottsale unless you are a senior citizen and needing to buy some crafts and lawn decorations for your backyard. That or boots and a cowboy hat from the onslaught of craftish type stores out here. Anyways, stopped in here for lunch and a cocktail a couple days ago and it was great. Had a glass of "Josh" cabernet (because that's my name and I thought it'd be stellar) and a pulled pork sandwich. The wine was good but the sandwich was great. It was fresh tasting pulled pork with coleslaw on top with a side caesar salad. The food was fresh and tasted great and the service was awesome. Will definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Mark G.

    Had to try this since my wife family has strong Hawaiian roots. Easy choice when we walk past this one. The atmosphere is amazing, very modern, well kept appearance with good music, and everything you would want in nice decor! Great design job. The food, having strong opinions on Hawaiian food was not the best. They have some traditional dishes and some modern takes as well. We started off with the poke, which is raw tuna. The fish was fresh but the poke wasn't seasoned right or didn't have enough sauce. Kinda poke light if anything. Had the pork dumplings that came with two dipping sauces, they were standard dumplings you can get anywhere. Also tried their meat skewer which was just okay. Overall I was left wanting the true Island taste that has so much to offer. Based on the appetizers I tried I didn't want to try any entree after that. I am a little biased when I comes to Hawaiian food, expected a little better. This still is a fun spot and I would try it if you want something that is harder to get in many places.

    (3)

  • Jess W.

    This place never fails. Service is impeccable. The menu, cannot argue. I love this place. Specials are fantastic. Great atmosphere. Just all around fun.

    (4)

  • Ali B.

    Glad I had a chance to check this place out, it was pretty cute! Smaller than I expected, but I liked that, good for nice days too with the outdoor seating. We went at 3:30 on a Saturday afternoon, and it was more crowded than I had anticipated! We were seated right away though. I was excited by how extensive the menu was, there were lots of choices! Some especially interesting sounding tofu/vegetarian options, I will come back and try more. I tried out the black bean burger with sweet potato fries as my side. We were served quickly. Our server was nice, she did a good job. My sister ordered the same thing as me and she loved it. I did not like it as much as I thought I would have, it was just a bit bland with not enough mushrooms on it, I thought. It was good, just not super memorable. Fries were tasty, I liked the sauce they served it with too! My mom got chicken skewers and really liked them. Next time I think I would order something else, but overall it was an enjoyable experience!

    (4)

  • Alana B.

    Great new location in Old Town, I love Hula's and its retro modern environment. Service is friendly and the food has a great Hawaiian/Polynesian fusion twist. Hula's has a great bar and slight outdoor patio for the nice warm days in Scottsdale. Don't forget about the fabulous drinks - when my friends and I are feeling daring we go for the Scorpion bowl. Long colorful straws in a decorative bowl (with a flame) mixed with good company is always a winner. :) There is a brunch available at Hulas on the weekend, which I have had several times with a couple mimosas and very tasteful. Like I said earlier, this place has the perfect location and environment for an enjoyable and delicious meal in Old Town! Perfect walking distance from local shops and stadiums if you're here during Spring Training!

    (4)

  • Max E.

    My family and I had a surreally phenomenal experience dining here recently. For one, our waitress was perfectly attentive (lots and lots of Diet Coke refills for our party). Other members of the staff were also very pleasent and eager to get rid of plates and the like. The vegetarian options didn't feel like an afterthought and were excellent. They were very accommodating in splitting a delicious black bean burger and a tofu bowl between two of us. I would recommend the special weekend dessert brownie. Great portions for the price. Fun atmosphere. Couldn't have been a better experience.

    (5)

  • Felipe O.

    Great place for brunch with the old town Scottsdale vibe.

    (4)

  • Katiana B.

    Hawaiian fusion in Scottsdale! Hula's was delish and flavored spot on. Polynesian fusion in a modern setting. Highly recommend!

    (4)

  • Terry E.

    Love that this place takes reservations, loved the greeter and our waiter - couldn't have been more pleasant or professional, loved the food! Being in Old Town (aka Tourist Central), I wasn't expecting to love it, and in fact we usually end up at Bandera just for that reason. So glad we tried Hula's Modern Tiki. Only drawback is lack of parking which wasn't a problem in the summer of course, but there's no way I'd try to find a parking place there in Season.

    (4)

  • Dee T.

    clean environment - small parking lot but we got lucky and found a prime spot near the door - decor is modern upscale Hawaiian style (not ur usual casual hawaiian eating spot) food presentation is great - tasty but can't believe they were out of plantains by lunchtime! that's insane! LOL loco moco was done very well. the ahi poke was delicious as well. I would pass on the ceviche- too much lime - over powered the dish. staff is friendly enuff - good service and clearing of dirty plates not a lot of diversity in the guests during our visit

    (3)

  • Troy V.

    The food was okay but definitely did not capture the taste of the islands. Looks like a great place for drinks during happy hour but the food won't bring me back.

    (2)

  • Faridah S.

    Great Sunday Brunch! Although I didn't really want to wait until 9:30 for breakfast, I wanted to do something different this morning. After passing by Hula's for months, I scanned the reviews and the menu and decided to stop in and give it a try. I sat at the bar, and the bartender immediately came over, provided me with drink and food menus, and asked what he could bring me to drink. I indicated that I hadn't been in before, needed a few minutes, and wasn't in a hurry. He said just to let him know when I was ready. A few minutes later I made my decision, and put the menu down. He immediately returned. I asked if they had decaf coffee, and he said he would be glad to brew a fresh pot for me. I asked for half caffeinated half decaf, and ordered the Portuguese Sausage Island Benedict, and explained that I needed my eggs to have completely firm whites. He said that would be no problem at all. He was attentive, friendly, smiled and made good eye contact at all times - hallmarks of great service. A short while later he brought my coffee. It was WONDERFUL. He explained that it was Kona coffee, and that he would refill it whenever I was ready. I relaxed and opened my book (I always carry one) and settled in to enjoyed reading and sipping my coffee. My food did take a fair amount of time to be prepared, but I arrived right when they opened and allowed that they were probably just getting going. I also knew that my egg preparation would take extra time and attention. I had a refill on my coffee as I continued to wait. I wasn't in a hurry, and was enjoying the setting. When my plate arrived, it looked perfect, and when I cut into my eggs they were done exactly the way I had asked for them - a big deal for me since I'm finicky about eggs. The English muffins were still soft enough to absorb the delicious hollandaise sauce, which was generously applied to the dish. The Portuguese Sausage was perfectly cooked and still juicy but not fatty. My hashbrowns were crisp, the way I had ordered them. My plate was perfect, and I took my time enjoying it. The bartender checked back with me soon after I tried my dish to make sure it was to my liking, and to refill my coffee again. The portion was too generous for me to finish, but the dish was so good, I didn't want to stop eating it. The restaurant wasn't busy yet, so I felt free relaxing, reading, and sipping coffee. When I realized that the morning happy hour had started, I decided to try a cranberry mimosa for the bargain price of $2. Who could pass that up! It was a great way to finish off my meal. Full, refreshed, and ready to go, I couldn't believe that my entire bill was only about $15. Overall, a great experience. Great service, great food, and a relaxing environment. I will be returning. I want to try the Spam Island Benedict next.

    (5)

  • Melissa S.

    Besides the great location in a very cute part of Scottsdale, Hula's had great food! They were out of the coconut shrimp appetizer, so we got a couple sides to try instead. The Mac Salad (what's Hawaiian food without Mac salad??) was pretty good, but the Wasabi Mashed Potatoes were the best! For entrees we tried he Baja Fish tacos - nicely breaded whitefish, avocado, cabbage, and fresh limes to squeeze. The salsa that came with it was sweet and spicy. Oh, and it also comes with a scoop of white rice and beans. We also tried the Luau Pork Sandwich - delicious bread that held up to the sandwich, a pile of shredded pork, coleslaw (it tasted sweet, like pineapples) and a side of sweet potato fries. The service was fantastic and we really enjoyed our dinner.

    (5)

  • Ayla C.

    Ok, Hula, you got my vote. I just arrived in Scottsdale, and I was hungry for something exciting. The hostess was a little standoffish, so I initially felt that I might have made a mistake walking into this super trendy restaurant that looked so chic and cool - I just wanted something homey! After a comment which was confusingly either a compliment or a statement, she left me to my shaded patio spot and was soon replaced by my server who was an absolute peach! Seriously, she was super great! I ordered a tropical iced tea, which apparently needed a new batch brewing, but she brought me water in the meantime, so I had something to sip on. She quickly took my food order, after giving me a bunch of delicious sounding suggestions - I wasn't super hungry, so I got a single fish taco (one of my favourite things! And always a good test of a place, in my book) When my food arrived it looked a little fancy, if only because the rice and beans were carefully placed together in a neat circle, not haphazardly smeared everywhere (which, I confess, I kind of love!) but soon proved to be delicious! The fish was super well cooked and tender, and there were two corn tortillas, turning my one taco into two! Hurrah! Needless to say, I ate everything! And the iced tea was yummy too - very refreshing, and I loved the hint of tropical flavour. Hula, I'll be back!

    (4)

  • Greg W.

    Convenient restaurant to grab lunch downtown. I got the Cajun Ahi Tuna Caesar Salad. The salad itself was pretty basic but the tuna was cooked perfectly and had a great spicy cajun taste to it. Also, the tropical ice tea there is delicious and they give free refills. The service wasn't very attentive but it didn't deter too much from our experience. If I'm ever downtown and looking for a salad I would come back for this one.

    (4)

  • Andrew G.

    So I have been coming here since it opened and I still feel the magic. The staff makes me feel so welcomed. I would name them all but, you know who you are. I have never had a bad experience here. When it is busy, jusr have some patience and you will have some amazing food and a great experience. The beer is always chilly on a hot day and always get your food with bacon, it is ridiculous. Sierra, and Ronnie make me feel like a Rockstar when I come in which makes me tell everyone to go to Hula's for an amazing burger or a huge crisp salad. If your a fan of pretty women or hot men this a great place to start your day.

    (5)

  • Marissa D.

    Incredibly friendly staff for starters! We had an annoying person in our group who ate all her food and then complained that it was gross. Manager accommodated her (and completely kept his cool which I could barely do) and made sure she was happy by the time we left. Our group was a pretty good size and everyone else enjoyed their food and the birthday girl even got some ice cream. I ordered the coconut shrimp rolls and they were on point. Awesome place for celebrating something or just coming in to eat and have drinks.

    (5)

  • Rick M.

    I have eaten here several times and the food is always very good. And not over priced. They have the best fish sandwich I have ever eaten. Really very good.

    (5)

  • Jennie M.

    So when your Mother-In-Law lives in Honolulu, you tend to spend a LOT of time on the Island. And I can tell you with all certainty that Hula's Modern Tiki may be located in Scottsdale, but its heart and soul is in Hawaii! I popped in on my own while the "men folk" were out swinging metal clubs at tiny balls in the searing Arizona sun; so I sat up at the bar (which is always the right choice when you are on your own.) The bartender was super friendly and so terrific. She made some recommendations, we chatted wine, she even let me sample the utterly terrible pineapple wine (lol, seriously, it's not good - sorry Hawaii) but it is fun to try! They have a great menu with lots of fun Island-life staples like poke, mahi, hapu, and ahi. There are bowls, burger and sandwiches and of course tacos (this is still AZ!) and even a dish in tribute to Duke. I decided to get the Polynesian chicken sammie that came with grilled chicken with a light teriyaki glaze topped with spiced pineapple and sun-dried tomato pesto aioli. It was aaaaah-mazing! And to take it to the next level (and I HIGHLY recommend doing this), I subbed my fries for fried sweet plantains. So good!! All this paired with a traditional Hawaiian cocktail like a Dark & Stormy or Mai Tai, and you will swear you can hear the waves crashing on a nearby shore... Honestly, the only thing missing is the beach. Mahalo!

    (5)

  • Steve D.

    Last night was our first time to visit Hula's. We love Hawaii and Hawaiian food so it seemed like a great choice. My wife and I shared the Lobster bisque and the coconut shrimp rolls. These were the highlights of our meals, especially the bisque. It is a bit spicy and a little different from a traditional bisque, but I would definitely order this again. For entrees my wife had the coconut encrusted Hapu and I had the ribs. Both were good, but not spectacular. Her Hapu had way too much sauce on it, but once she scraped off most of the sauce it was good. The one big negative was the noise level. It was very loud and made worse by a very obnoxious group at the bar who had obviously already had many drinks. We wanted desert but the yelling from the bar area made it very hard to enjoy our meal. I don't know if this is typical. I would go there again, but if the noise level was a loud as it was when we went, I wouldn't return again. Too bad, good food and a fun vibe.

    (3)

  • Cristina M.

    Wasn't impressed with the food. The atmosphere is good, and service was great, but it wasn't hitting my taste buds perfectly. Cute drinks.

    (3)

  • Kevin W.

    Loved eating here. Very modern. Friendly attentive bartenders and wait staff. You can eat inside or out. I had the spicy Caesar salad with shrimp and mango! Decor was fabulous!

    (5)

  • Andy L.

    The Hula Mai Tai was great. I ordered the Loco Moco and my dad ordered the Luau Pork Plate. Loco Moco was alright and nothing special. Too salty and not tasty as ones I have had before. My Hamburger meat tasted kind of burnt, but I wasn't able to really see since the restaurant lighting was dim. Pork Plate according to my dad wasn't that great. Cole Slaw tasted a bit sour like it went bad. The meat was also really salty. Tip to the chef would be to be very conscious on amount of salt used as it overpowered the taste of the meat and other ingredients like pineapple, etc. Nice place though and will be back to try it out again. Service was a bit slow.

    (3)

  • A W.

    Great girls night dinner. Had the ahi tacos they were awesome. Drinks were great. Staff was wonderful. Would be a great place for date night or girls night. Can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • B H.

    Where to start? For a foodie, who loves VALUE too, this place is a 5**. I found it thru yelp, when I was driving half mile away. It sounded intriguing, so I went for it. Boy am I glad I did! It was early (on a Friday night), so it wasn't yet crowded. Service was excellent (cute boys too!), but the food was amazing -for the price, and very very good for ANY price! Place was super clean (even the bathroom) and decorated very cute. The portions were, for me, PERFECT! I hate to leave feeling hungry; but I hate getting so much I feel stuffed trying not to waste it. The portions and pricing was right on! The sea bass was cooked PERFECTLY (an I'm hard to please on that). 99% of restaurants OVERCOOK the fish. Not here. Tender, succulent, and the Blackened Wasabi that I chose was awesome. The broccoli rabe was cooked perfectly too, and the wasabi mashed potatoes, well...I almost NEVER eat mashed potatoes. I ate every morsel! I WILL be back. And I'm gonna tell all my friends to GO! Gesh, maybe I should get a job here, huh? (: You will NOT be sorry... PS Picture of Blackened wasabi fish is somewhere uploaded on site...

    (5)

  • Linda L.

    Drinks - 4 stars Food - 3 stars Service - 3 stars Atmosphere - 3 stars Been here twice now.. First time I had lunch and drinks. We had their curry bowls and it was delicious! Told friends about our first good experience so we all decided to try their happy hour. Drinks were great but food was very disappointing. We ordered almost everything on their happy hour because we (5 of us) stayed for almost 3 hours waiting for other friends.. Needless to say.. Waitress was getting irritated w us at that point. Oh well.. We are paying customers so we continued to wait and drink.. Next time, we stick w the curry bowls and go only during happy hour for drinks.

    (3)

  • Angie B.

    My new favorite place. So much fun. Good drinks and food, great service (thanks Ronnie). Can't wait to try Sunday brunch!

    (5)

  • Preston C.

    I love that Hulas made a second location because every time we head to Scottsdale/old town and we can't make our mind up on where to eat, we head to Hulas... I love their Mai-Tai's... As some of you may know I am a huge fan of their "Hangover Hash"... Not because I'm hungover quite often but I love the ingredients... That luau pork over the crispy hash browns goes great with the 2 over medium eggs on top... That is my go to breakfast/brunch option... I have so many other favorites on the menu but I'm making myself hungry as I write this review so this one will be a short one... The decor here is very cute and goes well in the Old Town area... Service is prompt and some days get busier than others... Great job Hula's #2...

    (5)

  • Kazi H.

    This place was good...really good! I can't believe this was my first time there since I always pass by the one on central and go to pita house, which is right across the street from here. It's conveniently located from all the places I enjoy going to. We started out with blood orange martini's, which were the best martini's I've had to date. It wasn't overly sweet and had the perfect amount of alcohol. Delicious! I got the mac and cheese side and the coconut shrimp rolls. The mac and cheese was good, but not as good as lux of course. The coconut shrimp was ok. I would have liked it more if it had been a little more "coconutty." The girls ordered the fish bites, black beans, sweet plantains, and the spicy sea weed salad. They all loved their food and from what I sampled, everything was on point and delicious. I, especially enjoyed the fish bites. It wasn't too "fishy" and was perfectly breaded. All the dishes were almost finished...it was THAT good. Service was good. Prices were good. Their happy hour seems like it would be good, which I'm pretty stoked to try. I can't get over that blood orange martini though. Yum!

    (4)

  • Brittany G.

    The food was pretty good until ended up getting food poisoning. I met a friend here for dinner last week. I ordered the seared tuna salad and calamari. Delicious but about 15 minutes later I started feeling sick. I just thought it was my womans cycle coming on. I got home. After about an hour I broke out in hives and was rushed to the emergency room. I was diagnosed with scombroid food poisoning which is caused from spoiled seafood or fish. I would have loved to have given this place 5 stars because the place was nice and food was decent but getting sick was not on my list of things to do.

    (1)

  • Stephanie M.

    Went in for late night drinks and enjoyed the scorpion bowl and a dark and stormy. Great for sharing with 4-6 people. Loved the ambiance-it was perfect for our group. They also have a pot brownie-a giant vat of molten brownie in a flower pot!

    (4)

  • Holly C.

    Stopped by for the happy hour on a Wednesday night (all day hh starting at 3 PM). Unfortunately they ran out of the ceviche. We ordered two of the shrimp rolls, pork taco, tofu taco, and the poke. We ordered two different drinks each (dark & stormy was one of them). The drinks were very sugary and watered down so that was a little disappointing, especially after reading all the reviews on their drinks. The shrimp rolls were our favorite and the pineapple sauce perfectly complimented / enhanced the flavor of the rolls. The pork taco was full of meat and was our second favorite dish. The sauce that they cooked the meat in was really good. The tofu taco wasn't bad but wasn't as good as the other items. The poke was a little salty and could have used chips or something to balance the flavor. The food and drinks are 4 stars, but the service was excellent (hence the 5 star rating! It was around 6 PM and there weren't that many tables, but even so, the food and drinks came out LIGHTNING fast. The food was fresh. It didn't seem like it was sitting out for a while, waiting to be ordered. The server was on point with his presence; never overbearing but always there when we needed him. I give the cooks, bartenders, and servers an applause for their service!

    (5)

  • Stanley M.

    Very nice restaurant because you can eat and see out side which is very historical and nice streets. I like this restaurant because they offer wide variety of food and drinks. This restaurant is not really big nor really small. Perfect to come with family or friends upto 5. However food takes way too long.. And employees are kind of scary. The food was soooooo good. I really loved the food they served.

    (4)

  • Kimberly H.

    We looked at the menu before hand, and saw there was a lot that we [thought] we could eat - being gluten free. We were wrong, it was difficult to find things to eat. What we chose were sweet potato fries and pot stickers. Both were delicious. The drink menu is enticing and fun! When we got our drinks they were as delicious as the menu makes them out to be. They also had bowls of alcohol to share with someone else. The environment was trendy and fun. Probably for a younger crowd (early 30's and younger).

    (3)

  • Ryan A.

    Great place to grab drinks and a quick bite. I had the pineapple wine and it was better than expected. In fact I would come back for the wine alone. My wife and I also had the south seas fish tacos. Amazing! They were delicious. They even split the dish without asking. Also, they weren't fried. They were grilled to perfection. Threw some chalula on it and they were perfect.

    (4)

  • Mike H.

    The service wasn't really that great, but the food was really good which made up for that.

    (4)

  • Nydia A.

    Hula's is a pretty cool spot. Its a tad small but clean & cozy. The name was a bit misleading, as I did not see one tiki, coconut bra or hula dancer anywhere. Positives would include weekend happy hours, a dog friendly patio and good location. Weekend evenings can get pretty crowded, but its pretty open during lunch, and a good option for post work happy hour. Tip -try the pineapple mimosa

    (3)

  • Jeff E.

    Everyone that knows me, knows knows that Hulas is my favorite bar. Ever since stepping inside the Camelback location for the first time, I knew this was the set up for me. When I heard that they were opening up a second location, I had to go Opening Night. This location does not disappoint! ~Fud/Drink~ I really...honestly... don't know where to start. I could start with the Hawaiian-style food, like the array of tacos this place dishes out that will blow your taste buds away. My favorite tacos of all-time are here, their Ahi tuna tacos. Beyond legit and beyond comprehension with a soft seer and perfectly peppered. I could jump to their Fish cakes (only on Tiki Hour) which explode with flavor in the mouth. Boom goes the dynamite. And goodness, where do I begin with the flavors from the drinks?!?! The crowd favorite is the Mai Tai, which is nowhere near as fruity or sweet as a traditional Mai Tai. It is their best seller, however, mainly because it is a well tailored drink. Oh and the Dr. Funk will get you Funked up. I is so smooth! And how about a little bit of love to The Zombie, which I personally think is the best Zombie I've tried. I also was introduced to Pyrat Rum here, my personal favorite rum, from the One Eyed Pyrat. That is how you will find me, with a One Eyed on the rocks, light on the ginger beer. Folks, they kill it here. ~Atmosphere/Service~ I always drink at the bar. It saves me on time, and the barkeeps are quite personable. They always offer up helpful suggestions and make sure I am feeling good. The atmosphere at this location is a bit weird, however, because there are so many options in Old Town. It will get packed for a 1 hour period then die off...only to have it get packed all of a sudden again. Needless to say, if you come during a basic off-period, its not because the place is lame...hardly that. I also love the tiki feel, its like taking a plane ride to Hawaii. There are no gimmicks or silly themes, its really a straight up dope place to have a drink with a friend or that girl you like kinda sorta ;-) ~The Downlow/Extras~ Two extras to note: Each day during the week, minus Friday's , they have a killer special. Check the website for updates, but my personal favorite would be the Tuesday 2 for 2 night, where you get two drinks and 2 drinks for $20. I usually clean house that night. They always have a charity night on Mondays, where 10% of profits go to a charity of their choosing, SO GENEROUS! Also, they usually will have an all-day happy hour surrounding holidays, like Pre-Thanksgiving or Pre-Christmas, etc. Just to note in case family is in town, or if you are thinking about leaving town a day early....maybe wait a few hours and have a couple here, haha. This place just makes my day better knowing I can hop over anytime I want. 5 stars for the drinks, food, Tiki Time, and honestly Dana being the most personable owner in Phoenix. Spend your money here knowing it goes locally, and its a killer time. Aloha!

    (5)

  • D R.

    We've had a number of great experiences at Hula, most recently last night with our daughter. The friendly wait staff and greeters are always on hand to answer questions and insure you are having a fun time. They have a number of tropical drinks that are fun to try as well as good wine and beer. Last night we had fish dishes that came out with perfection. We asked to substitute the sides and that was no problem. I asked that my fish just be lightly grilled, again no problem. On weeknights hubby and I love walking over and having a couple of glasses of wine and appetizers during happy hour (they have great specials) and sitting near the bar. Fun atmosphere, casual but a great dining experience! Give it a try!

    (5)

  • Nicole B.

    Since moving to Scottsdale, I was hoping and wishing that Hula's would open another location. Finally, my wish came true! Luckily, it lived up to my high expectations as well. Like the other location, parking is small and practically non-existent. Keep this in mind when visiting. It is best to park at one of the many other parking structures in downtown Scottsdale and then walking to Hula's. It will save you a parking headache. The actual restaurant is pretty open with a small wrap-around patio. Inside has a bar and plenty of tables for small to large groups. As you walk in, the hostess greets you and asks for inside or out. We chose inside and were seated immediately. Our waitress was young and friendly. They all wore uniforms, which (if I remember correctly) the Phoenix location staff doesn't. We were in time for happy hour, so my husband and I each ordered a Dr. Funk - coconut rum, crème de banana, pineapple and orange juice. Additionally, we ordered the crispy coconut shrimp rolls - only $5 at happy hour. For dinner, I ordered the steak tacos and my husband ordered the big kahuna (a large ribeye steak). Our drinks arrived promptly and our shrimp rolls arrived shortly after. The drink was perfection and the rolls were delicious. Once we finished our appetizer and first round of drinks, our dinner arrived. Both of us ordered our steak medium rare and they came out cooked perfectly. The tacos were especially flavorful and I love the rice with beans side dish. My husband enjoyed his steak as well saying it was tender and flavorful. Overall, we had a great time. This location is just as good as the Phoenix location and we'll be back for sure!

    (5)

  • Nora V.

    Haven't tried the food yet. I will just didn't get to it. I was the DD so only sips of the designated drunks drinks for me but the happy hour is DAILY & tasty. The staff was helpful & not too rushed to answer questions which is always nice. The food looked yum-my. Def have to come back & try the food. Stay tuned for that.

    (3)

  • katie c.

    I came here for a friend's birthday. It was the perfect spot for a celebratory dinner before heading out to Old Town. I had to do a Mai Tai because...it's their signature! It was awesome. Everyone had great drinks, actually, and our server kept them coming. The service was great even though we had a table of like 15 girls. This is a great choice for a date night, special occasion, or just a Saturday. Loved the fun but sort of mysterious atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Katey H.

    Modern atmosphere for sure. Where are the grass umbrellas and hula skirt waitresses? The only thing hula is the cups they serve their really overpriced drinks in. We only had drinks, but admit the food smelled good and the menu was intriguing. We will have to save up to try this place again.

    (3)

  • Alicia M.

    Came here for brunch. They don't have anything but coffee and a small breakfast menu so I ordered the Chef's omelet. All I can say is that this was completely gone in about 3 minutes because it was sooooo good!!! They prepared it with fresh eggs, cheddar cheese and the most amazing pork I have ever had. The hash browns were average but I would still come here again just for the meal I had. The decor is trendy. Nice place to grab a bite without a wait.

    (4)

  • Jason W.

    I was here on Christmas Eve because they were open and they mentioned a party on their site. The only way you would know it's not any other day of the week was the bartender's Santa hat and Christmas lighted beard. Some Christmas music or island music would have been nice instead of alternative. Happy hour prices all night was nice and I ordered crispy chicken tacos. It came with three fried corn shell shredded chicken tacos and black beans on top of rice. Everything was cooked well, but bland. The chicken did not have much taste and neither did the beans or rice. The creme sauce drizzled on the beans and rice at least provided another flavor. Too bad the same type of crispy chicken taco at Chili's days earlier was 10x better.

    (3)

  • DR W.

    Good atmosphere - healthy menu - good vibe to eat and drink .. Friendly staff . Suggestion : Need to serve beer in frosted glass .. Nice out door sides walk tables ..

    (4)

  • Jen r.

    Great service and good food!! Reasonably priced!! ;) had the pork taco and I really liked the rice and of course the mimosas ;)

    (5)

  • Todd A.

    Awesome place and great food! We were temporarily in Scottsdale for 3 months and tried not to go to the same restaurant twice. However, we'd never been here before and ended up going here probably 5 times for food or drinks. They mix fun drinks in Tiki cups if you're into that sort of thing. They also have a big drink that they put booze in the middle of and light it on fire for a fun effect for groups. It's great like most awesome places in Scottsdale that the front is open, which is a nice vibe as well. There were also a few TVs at the bar if you're into sports. It's a great mix of restaurant and bar atmosphere in my opinion. What stood out for me food wise was the Mongolian beef dish and I had to fight off others from tasting too may samples becuase it was so delicious. This will always be a good spot for food and/or drinks when I'm in Scottsdale!

    (5)

  • Zac G.

    Tiki bars evoke dated kitsch, but this Old Town Scottsdale establishment is anything but. In addition to the cool, modern ambiance, the menu offers a plethora of Hawaiian-inspired dishes with a focus on fish. A ceviche starter, for instance, delivered fresh-tasting whitefish with a pleasant citrus tang. For the land lubbers among ye, the pork dishes are also well-executed. The jerk pork is a departure from the classic Caribbean preparation (it's a bit sweeter) but no less tasty, and purists can still rejoice at the presence of plantains. Pricing here is reasonable (entrees in the teens), the menu is sufficiently varied, service is friendly and prompt, but there is one significant drawback: the music can be ear-splittingly loud. Catch a break in between songs, however, and you can enjoy a flavorful meal.

    (4)

  • Davena D.

    I went there the first time this past Wednesday evening with a group. The ambiance is great. We all raved about our food individually however my favorite was the ISLAND STYLE POKE* raw ahi, soy sauce, sesame oil, avocado, onions, macadamia nuts. It was on the starter menu but It could easily be a meal for one and it was amazing. For dinner two of us split the JAWAIIAN JERK PORK PLATE slow roasted pulled pork, jerk sauce, plantains, rice, mango salsa, jamaican johnny cakes which was yummy. I am not too much of a rice fan, so I ordered the Wasabi mashed potatoes. They were good, however I recommend more wasabi. On Wed it's happy hour drinks and happy food menu all night long a nice perk. My only recommendation would be is cut down on your menu items. Too much food to choose from and too many drinks as an option. Although the drink names are cool and the drinks look awesome it gets over whelming for the customers to make a choice. Just think of all the money that could be saved if the restaurant cut down on its menu. I will be back....

    (4)

  • Nicole K.

    Good spot for breakfast, lunch, happy hour and/or dinner. This place is easy to get seated and get in and out of fast for breakfast which is rare in Old Town. We also love the dinner menu. Spicy Thai Chicken Bowl is our favorite. Had my birthday dinner there last year and they do a great job of accommodating medium/large groups.

    (5)

  • Vinette G.

    Call me a woman of simple taste, but their coconut rice topped with black beans is a total surprise party with glitter bombs all over my tastebuds! It came as a side with one of their fish taco choices. The fish tacos were as expected but really the coconut rice and black beans should be a main dish. Like seriously. Now that we've got that out of the way, let's talk about the rest of this restaurant. It's really swanky-trendy-cool in here. Literally what you think in your mind when you think tiki lounge with a modern twist. So they've got that right! Lots of choices and flavors, got that right too! Great drinks, yup, that too! We decided to go with their Tuesday deal, 2 appetizers and 2 cocktails for $20, plus a couple extra appetizers since we were all sharing.The ceviche and poke were the standouts, in my opinion and I really loved my blood orange martini! Above all, their service was great! Everyone from the host to the multiple people that helped us out were incredible! There were a couple spills at the table next to us and instead of getting too over excited or frustrated the staff just seamlessly helped them clean it all up. It was awesome! I've had to work as a server/host so I definitely know how it is with drinks/hot food/birthdays/big groups. It can be a mess sometimes, but this place handles it soooo well! My only regret is that I didn't order a drink that came in one of their cute tiki cups!

    (5)

  • Craig G.

    You might not expect to find a hip, Hawaiian-fusion tiki bar next to the souvenir shops in Old Town, but you'll be very glad you stumbled in. A small place with only a few tables and booths, Hula's Modern Tiki adds a bit of kitsch and a ton of flavour to a Hawaiian inspired menu. Their white fish ceviche had a clean, crisp flavour, though the wonton chips served along side made scooping a bit of a challenge. The entrees packed serious flavour, from the soy-and-pineapple infused shredded Luau pork to the kick of the 'Jawaiian Jerk Pork', served with a sweet johnnycake on the side. The fish, in particular, was super-fresh and bursting with flavour. The ahi, served seared and just rare, provided an excellent base for a macadamia crust and hot mango and papaya salsa. Anyone looking for something new in Scottsdale should look into Hula's.

    (4)

  • Debbie W.

    Loved it! Coconut shrimp rolls and baja fish tacos were my choices tonight. The waiter ( and host) was super friendly. I will come back here the next time I'm in town!

    (5)

  • Stefani F.

    One of my favorite spots to eat in Scottsdale! Been there 3 times now and it's been perfect every time. I think my favorites so far are the wings- we always get those to start. (My BF and I are wing fanatics and they're yummy here!!) and the Thai chicken bowl.. Omg. I do no cabbage, extra rice and beans and add avocado. YUM. If you like spicy food this is the spot- almost everything has a little kick to it.

    (5)

  • Su-shien C.

    I went to the grand opening at the invitation of Anna M. and Irene V. but they had to twist my arm . . . just kidding!!! I already knew this new location will be hip, trendy, and fabulous since I am already very familiar with their downtown location so when they invited me, I happily complied. I was not disappointed! The new location has these great glass doors that completely opens out to the patio area making for fantastic people watching. And the menu is the same delectable food items. And of course their famous cocktails always serves to please. Great addition to Old Town Scottsdale. Looking forward to their many years of thriving business here!!!

    (5)

  • Millie S.

    Enjoying dinner with my family. ..food was Amazing. .Service was Excellent! Our server Rachael took out the time to explain what the best foods on the menu are, she has a bubbly personality and was a joy to chat with... we were greeted by an adorable young lady named Elle ... great attitude full of energy loved her spirit... the manager "Tyler always makes it a point to come over and say hello.......he makes us feel like family!!! We will definitely be back! LOVE this place Millie S.

    (5)

  • Stacy F.

    What a great surprise find in the Old Town Scottsdale area. We didn't know about the original location in Phoenix, but this location was recommended to us by my hairstylist that also is in the area. The parking lot is very small (about 5 spots) and doesn't have an exit, so be warned that you may be doing a 10-point u-turn to get out of it when there are no spots. That is really the only down side, which isn't really too bad considering all the parking around the area! They were running Happy Hour (which they even have on weekend) so we ordered a Mai Tai and the Dr. Funk, both of which were very good, although the Dr. Funk would win 1st in our book. I had the crispy coconut shrimp rolls, which were phenomenal, and the pineapple dipping sauce was just the icing on the proverbial cake here. For lunch I had a burger with blue cheese. He had the pork tacos. I'll probably get the tacos next time around, since they were cooked perfectly and the garnish was fresh and amazing. My burger was cooked exactly as ordered, and the blue cheese was great - I just think I'll mix it up next go round with tacos! Our server was Charles, and he was incredibly nice. He made great recommendations both with food and drinks, so if you can sit in his area, do it. Overall: A+ Go there. Get coconut shrimp rolls. Dr. Funk is amazing. You won't regret it.

    (5)

  • BJ J.

    Don't go for the food. Maybe the drinks are pretty good and boost the rating. We had the Hula Hash breakfast scramble. It was eggs, has Browns and pulled pork. No sauces to make it interesting. Very bland said my wife who ordered the same thing. Kids food was equally as tasteless. We will never go back.

    (2)

  • Irene V.

    So when I heard Hula's was opening another location (thank you Yelp!) I knew I had to be there for the Grand Opening. Turns out so did quite a few other people! Hula's is a very popular place. With good reason. Killer drinks, great ambiance and the food is just like it is at the Phoenix location. This is a really fun place to hang out. Just awesome! For food this time I tried something different. I opted for the Fish Sandwich, with blackened hapu, taco slaw, sun-dried tomato pesto aioli. It's huge! (Served with way too many fries.) And yet, I continued to eat well past my filling point. Here's why. The sandwich melted in my mouth. It was spiced, but not hot! hot! hot! burn the place down. Just enough kick to keep things interesting. If I hadn't planned to paint the town red I could have readily saved half for lunch the next day. BUT NO. I ate it all. (And then I complain about my dress size. Pfft!) For drinks I started off with a porter. As the holidays are a fond memory (unless you had to wrap too many presents) I fear that my dark beers will be saying farewell. Get this! This Hula's stocks Black Butte's Porter (in a bottle). Be still my heart. {Flutter, flutter} If that wasn't enough Hula's makes a wonderful Dark & Stormy. As it was before the end of a witching hour, I made off with HH pricing. These bartenders really know what they're doing with this drink! It had just the right balance of ginger. Hula's is upfront about telling you the cost on the menu for built in gratuity. Larger parties have 18% built in. Split checks on groups have 20% built in. A bunch of us strolled in and were able to sit at a communal table. I'd highly recommend making a reservation if you can. (For parties of six or more.) This is a hot spot! p.s. Thank you Yelp friends who dressed in 50's Vegas/Palm Springs attire just for the fun of it!

    (5)

  • Irina H.

    This new location really hit it out of the park! Remarkably good in atmosphere, service and food. Can't wait to come back! My husband and I were biking by and saw this adorable new location of a place we like downtown, and stopped in - so glad we did! The decor is lovely - tons of blond wood, an open floor plan, 50s tiki bar feel, gorgeous bar - even the bathrooms are really cute!. The hostess was really nice, but the server was just wonderful. He was super helpful, gave us tons of information, and had a 100 watt smile, to boot. On his advice, we ordered the blackened Ahi tuna sandwich, and it was amazing!! The fish was really fresh, the seasonings really brought out the flavor without overpowering it, and light coleslaw and pico really rounded it out. This was accompanied by some spectacular sweet and regular fries - absolutely the best fries I've tasted in a long time. Really top-notch.

    (5)

  • Pilar D.

    We came here with the intent of having brunch. We sat at the bar so we could watch golf. They were having a mimosa special for $2! And, it's not just champagne/sparkling wine and o.j.-- you could have pineapple juice, cranberry, and some other kind of juice (I forgot what the last one was). We ordered a pineapple mimosa and it was delish. We were also going to get food but got a text that someone made lunch for us. We told the bartender and he was still cool. Definitely coming back here next time we're in town.

    (4)

  • Kelsey W.

    Came for happy hour with my dad and sister last Wednesday, and Hula's definitely exceeded my expectations! We were seated immediately and all shared quite a few different things... pork tacos, crispy fish tacos, ceviche, poke, coconut shrimp rolls... the food was spectacular. We also had beer, mimosas, and mai-tais and the pricing is seriously unbeatable for happy hour (it goes all night on Wednesdays!) I am definitely coming back for $2 mimosas at weekend brunch :) Also the homemade key lime pie was AMAZING, we were pleasantly surprised to find that they use the authentic Nellie & Joe's lime juice brand that is used in Key West!:) The guy sitting next to us had the coconut cream pie (overheard him say "the best coconut pie I've ever had") and after that we regretted not ordering a slice of each ;) However the BEST part was our server Juan. So knowledgeable, personable, helpful, friendly, great recommendation... really went the extra mile. Showed up with things we needed before we could even ask! Managers please take note of this awesome staff member. Food runners were really great as well :) Thanks Hula's!

    (5)

  • Danielle H.

    I always loved Hulas in Phoenix for HH. Was invited to Sunday Brunch at Hulas in Old Town. Was pleasantly surprised no wait. Yay! Was not expecting that. They had Happy Hour drink pricing going on as well. Sweet! I was thirsty so I tried a cranberry mimosa & pineapple mimosa. I love Eggs Benedict & they had a few types to choose from. Benny with Portuguese Sausage caught my eye. Asked the server if was linguisa? She didn't know. I took my chances ordered it and I am glad I did. Delish! It was linguisa. I love linguisa. 3 other pals all tried the Hula Hangover Hash and loved it. Plantains were also ordered and they were great! Brownie/ice cream arrived in a pot with a paper umbrella. Glad we tried it and hope to visit again. Aloha!

    (4)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:00 am - 10

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Lunch
    Parking : Street
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Good for Kids : No
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : Yes
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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