Mud Hen Water in Honolulu, HI – Reviews, Hours, and Contact Details

Szechuan Lotus Roots ($16) - rainbow carrot, long bean, shishito pepper, peanut. A bit spicy but doesn't taste like Szechuan peppercorn.

(fs) Chicken Long Rice Croquettes with Japanese curry. Good!

(fs) Sausage & Clams - lemongrass sausage, one chop, coconut milk

(fs) Miso-Butterscotch Rice Pudding - this was my fav dessert. Nice sweet/salty balance.

Kahala, macadamia nut, mango, red onion, cucumber, cilantro, lime

(fs) Kiwi Bean Brownie, Sesame Gelato - this was a little too sweet. The gelato didn't have a strong sesame flavor.

Peanut Tofu ($13) - pickled mushroom, ginger, sesame, sweet shoyu. This was my fav dish.

(fs) Local l'a Fresh Catch Crudo - crushed cucumber, macadamia salsa mocha, cilantro. Good/OK but not notable.

Mud Hen Water Hawaiian Restaurant ·$$

4.0 691 reviews on

Explored by locals and tourists alike, Mud Hen Water has been lauded by culinary custodians of the city. It's one of those few places that not only get the food on spot but their drinks too leave you simply impressed. Always bustling with youth, Mud Hen Water beckons you with its bright interior that is visible through the floor-to-ceiling windows.There is plenty of seating indoor and they also have a patio where you can dine under the Hawaiian sun. Dishes like multi-grain risotto, cold ginger rabbit, clams salad, fried chicken and Yaki o pa'i'ai are must try here. All dishes are cooked to perfection and utmost attention is paid towards presentation. One simply cannot leave out the potent cocktails when at Mud Hen Water. The signature drink has earned quite a lot of praise hence comes most recommended.

Website: mudhenwater.com

Phone: (808) 737-6000

Cross Streets: Near the intersection of Waialae Ave and 9th Ave

Closed now

Tue 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wed 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thu 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Fri 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Sat 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Sun 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mon Closed

3452 Waialae Ave Honolulu, HI 96816 ·4849.73 mi

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Amenities

Wifi
Smoke-free
Accessible

Reviews

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Summer S. 08/22/26

One of the absolute BEST restaurants! Mud Hen Water is easily at the top of my list whenever someone asks for an amazing dinner recommendation. I recently went to celebrate my birthday, and...

Tim H. 09/15/26

Why Mud Hen Water? - James Beard semi-finalist 2025-2026 - Local ingredients and solid drinks Would I come back? - Negative, great ambience but the food just doesn't hit the mark it just...

Warren N. 08/02/26

First time here and we had a birthday brunch for my wife. They have a good selection of mocktails that are cool and refreshing. I tried the Harmless Hugo, which had a refreshing herbal/floral...

Gab G. 07/28/26

Called ahead earlier in the day and got a table for 4 people outside on a Saturday night. I tried: + Big island switchblade cocktail + Palolo penicillin cocktail + Chicken long rice croquettes +...

Alicia J. 10/31/26

We enjoyed the family style meals here, we each paid $65 and had a delicious set of appetizers, main courses and dessert! Everything was fresh, unique, rich. We really loved the desserts so much...

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