Pono Hawaiian Grill

If you're looking for a taste of Hawaii in the heart of Santa Cruz, look no further than Pono Hawaiian Grill. This Hawaiian, Poke, and Seafood restaurant offers a wide range of options that cater to various dietary preferences, including vegan and vegetarian options. From delivery and takeout to reservations and catering services, Pono Hawaiian Grill has you covered.

Located at 120 Union St in Santa Cruz, CA, this restaurant is not only casual and trendy but also offers amenities such as free Wi-Fi, outdoor seating, and a full bar. Whether you're dining in with friends, family, or kids, or grabbing a quick lunch or dinner, Pono Hawaiian Grill has something for everyone.

With a commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices, Pono Hawaiian Grill provides compostable containers and plastic-free packaging, along with the option to bring your own container. The restaurant also offers a range of amenities such as gender-neutral restrooms, covered outdoor seating, and drive-thru service.

Overall, my experience at Pono Hawaiian Grill was delightful. The dishes were fresh, flavorful, and truly captured the essence of Hawaiian cuisine. The relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff only added to the positive experience. If you're craving a taste of the islands, Pono Hawaiian Grill is the place to be. Give them a call at (831) 621-7448 and experience a taste of paradise in every bite.

Pono Hawaiian Grill Menu

Location

Address: 120 Union St Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone: (831) 621-7448

🕓 Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
WED 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
THU 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
FRI 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
SAT 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
SUN 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Business info

  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Reservations
    No
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Casual, Trendy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Lunch, Dinner
    Yes
  • Garage Parking, Street Parking
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Asian-owned
    Yes
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Gender-neutral restrooms
    Yes
  • Open to All
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Private Dining
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes
  • Bring your own container allowed
    Yes
  • Compostable containers available
    Yes
  • Plastic-free packaging
    Yes
  • Provides reusable tableware
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Erik Hanna

    19 February 2025

    Good food, fast service, unique and not common take on dishes. The combo plate was really good, and if you are looking for fried options, any of their katsu is fantastic.I want to commend the bar tender. He was serving plates, beer, walking around making sure everyone was okay then back to the bar!

  • Author: Jo R

    19 February 2025

    Went to lunch here today and it was delicious! We got the teriyaki beef, chicken wings and poke. The menu seems very authentic with all the different spam dishes, and macaroni salad. Everything was very tasty!Service was quick and friendly! The place was much larger than I expected coming in I thought it would be small it was pretty large with an outside patio.

  • Author: KG Freebird

    19 February 2025

    Aloha indeed! Love it! Friendly staff, absolutely delicious and generous tacos - favs; Pokē Tacos & grilled Mahi mahi Tacos! Great Happy Hours including $ margaritas, wine... as well as tropical favorites and creations. Delicious note: the Pokē Taco comes with lots of Poke (raw Ahi Tuna), heaps of greens, and seaweed salad to top it off. It's amazing. Multiple visits. A shout-out to John the bartender! He's so friendly and personable! Great place! Backyard patio. The bar has large TVs with football , etc. Sometimes there's live music. AlohaDietary restrictions: Very friendly about and accommodating with food allergies. And Bartender John remembers at subsequent visits! He's awesome!Parking: Meter parking spots, some cash, some cards / App required, but easy. May have free parking nearbyKid-friendliness: Only know by witnessing, didn't bring kids myselfWheelchair accessibility: Easy access and to patio. Clean, large single bathrooms

  • Author: Jie Gong

    19 February 2025

    This restaurant is maybe mins walk from downtown Santa Cruz. The vibe is a combo of sports bar and seafood restaurant with a great selection of Hawaiian food.We ordered:- Pono combo plate: comes with a great presentation of kalua pork, seasoned rice, seaweed and kimchi. $. Maybe a bit overpriced considering it’s primarily non seafood. Tastes great though.- Ahi poke with ginger chili shoyu flavor: / with a slight kick.- Musubi with spam: / and must try. $ for two pieces.Service was great and top notch. The only thing that surprised us a bit was the total bill of $+. We later learned through city charges a fee for credit card transactions ($??). While we acknowledged the quality and variety of the food, given the food we ordered it should not exceed $ in my opinion.

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