AO Hawaiian Hideout

4.9

18 Reviews

$30 and under

Hawaiian

1315 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605

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2 people

27 Apr 2025

April 2025

7:00 pm

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Neighbourhood gem

Aloha - please note, we require a NON-REFUNDABLE RESERVATION FEE of $5/adult. We welcome all walk-ins!!! AO Hawaiian Hideout (est.2013) is a husband and wife team, serving ono grinds & boozy libations. We invite you to join us on a journey through the tropics...our little hidden gem, serving home-style comfort foods that will have you coming back for more. Sit back, relax and enjoy our home away from home. Come one or come all, as we are a short walk from Chicago's main attractions. We offer dine-in, carry-out, delivery, catering and buffets for large party celebrations.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Hawaiian, Asian, Southeast Asian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(312) 662-1100
Website
http://www.aohawaiianhideout.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Catering orders available
Private party facilities
Company Buyouts

Location
1315 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Area
South Loop
Cross Street
Between Michigan Avenue and State Street | Roosevelt Road and 14th street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Roosevelt Lines (Red, Green, Orange, Brown, Pink)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Mother's Day Buffet Brunch 1st seating
USD 10.00 per person
Prepaid
11 May 2025 only
There is something for everyone, a variety of ono broke da mouth meats, seafood, veggie/vegan, gluten-free items and desserts. Due to high demand, we have applied a non-refundable $10 reservation fee per person (children under 10, do not need to pay for the reservation fee, you MUST indicate in notes the total # of children in your party). Buffet price: $10.88 for children under 10 years old and $28.88 for 11 years old & up. Please note, EVERYONE will be charged the buffet price per table. Our regular dining room menu will be available for additional orders. Everything will be added to your final bill. This does not include beverages, cocktails, tax & 20% gratuity.
Mother's Day Buffet Brunch 2nd Seating
USD 10.00 per person
Prepaid
11 May 2025 only
There is something for everyone, a variety of ono broke da mouth meats, seafood, veggie/vegan, gluten-free items and desserts. Due to high demand, we have applied a non-refundable $10 reservation fee per person (children under 10, do not need to pay for the reservation fee, you MUST indicate in notes the total # of children in your party). Buffet price: $10.88 for children under 10 years old and $28.88 for 11 years old & up. Please note, EVERYONE will be charged the buffet price per table. Our regular dining room menu will be available for additional orders. Everything will be added to your final bill. This does not include beverages, cocktails, tax & 20% gratuity.
Mother's Day Buffet Brunch 3rd Seating
USD 10.00 per person
Prepaid
11 May 2025 only
There is something for everyone, a variety of ono broke da mouth meats, seafood, veggie/vegan, gluten-free items and desserts. Due to high demand, we have applied a non-refundable $10 reservation fee per person (children under 10, do not need to pay for the reservation fee, you MUST indicate in notes the total # of children in your party). Buffet price: $10.88 for children under 10 years old and $28.88 for 11 years old & up. Please note, EVERYONE will be charged the buffet price per table. Our regular dining room menu will be available for additional orders. Everything will be added to your final bill. This does not include beverages, cocktails, tax & 20% gratuity.

Island Nachos
Fresh raw tuna | spicy tuna | avocado | cilantro | red onions | jalapeno | mix greens | on a bed of crispy wonton skins | drizzled with Asian sesame dressing | garlic aioli | spicy Sriracha aioli | unagi sauce.
Pupu Platter for 2
Crab Rangoon | Lumpias | Pot Stickers | Tempura Shrimp Crispy Fish Fillet | Spam Musubi | Cucumber Kimchi
Vegan Panang Poutine
Our famous panang curry with fresh basil, smothered over a mound of sweet potato fries, topped with green scallions, red onions
Teaser Sampler for 2
Egg rolls | Crab Rangoon | Tempura Shrimp | Crispy Pot Sticker Dumplings
Lomi Lomi
fresh raw salmon drizzled with our house-made shoyu roasted garlic sauce
Kimbap
gim (seaweed sheet with sesame oil) spam, egg, carrots, danmuji (yellow pickled radish), served with cucumber kimchi
Spicy Mandu-guk Dumpling Soup

Classic Teasers

Spam Musubi
Egg Rolls
Crab Rangoon
Pot Sticker Dumplings
Tempura Fried Shrimp

Hawaiian Inspired Poké Bowls

Protein choices: Ahi Tuna | Spicy Salmon | Unagi | Softshell Crab | Tempura Shrimp | Kanikame | Teriyaki Beef | Huli Chicken | Spam | Vegan- served with sushi rice, mix greens, seaweed salad, cucumber, avocados, red cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, red peppers, carrots, yellow daikon. drizzled with house-made sesame dressing

Noodle "SOUPER" Bowls

Signature Saimin Noodle Soup | Indonesian Seafood Noodle Soup | Malaysian Deluxe Noodle Soup | Tonkotsu Ramen | Vietnamese Homestyle Noodle Soup | Vegan Ramen

Hawaiian Plates

Loco Moco | Kalua Pig | Hawaiian Pulehu Beef Shortribs | BBQ Baby Back Ribs | O'ma o'ma o' Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp n Noodles | Island Style Tacos | Teriyaki Shoyu Glazed Salmon | Polynesian Style Fish Fillet

East Asian & Southeast Asian Cuisine

Choose protein: Beef, Chicken, Pork Belly, Shrimp, Tofu. Thai Panang | Mongolian | Kung Pao | Thai Basil | Teriyaki Bourbon | Koyrean Bibimbap | Honey Sesame | Zesty Orange | Spicy General Tsao's | Broccoli Supreme | Wok Seared Garden Veggies | Garlic Black Bean

Fried Rice

Indonesian Nasi Goreng | Deluxe Fried Rice | Beef | Chicken | Pork Belly | Shrimp | Tofu | Pineapple | Spicy Basil | Spam | Veggie

Noodles

Indonesian Mie Goreng | Pad Thai | Pad See Ewe | Cantonese Chow Fun | Spicy Nutty Noodles | O'ma o'ma o' Noodles

Vegan

Vegan Appetizers | Vegan Ramen | Vegan Poke Bowl | Vegan Sushi Burrito | Vegan stir-fry (multiple options - rice or noodles)

Desserts

Chocolate Mousse Cake | Limoncello Mascarpone Cake | Oreo Cake | Vegan Mango Sorbet | Vegan Lychee Slushy

What 18 people are saying

AO Hawaiian Hideout reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Best Ambience
Chicago
Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

AO Hawaiian Hideout offers a "quirky atmosphere" with "wonderful food and amazing drinks." Guests relish the "fantastic" short ribs and pork belly basil rice. The hidden gem impresses with "stellar cocktails" and vegan options, while the "Ohana spirit" staff ensure a relaxing experience. "Delicious" crab rangoon and "fresh" seafood are menu highlights.

18 Reviews

M
Marie
Minneapolis4 reviews
3.0
Dined on 18 April 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was ok. One thing that really caught us off guard was the fact that they told us the “deposit” is actually a booking fee. So it didn’t come off of our total. It wasn’t crowded in there or anything so we could’ve just walked in and avoided that fee, but we are from out of town and didn’t really know what it was like in there. Probably wouldn’t go back since the food was just ok, nothing special. But overall glad I got to try it out.
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Melinda
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our last dinner while visiting Chicago. Very yummy and excellent service. The Pork Belly Basil Rice was fantastic!
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Wooliedog
Grand Rapids8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and amazing drinks. The short ribs were yummy! Rice is to die for. Nice service, but a bit slow to recognize us to take orders.
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Phil
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on 16 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We read some reviews online and picked this place because of those reviews. They didn't disappoint! Quirky atmosphere and nice selection of offerings.
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OpenTable Diner
Columbus2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved every moment of this meal. There was a group of 7 of us and we shared everything. Kalua pig, vegan rice with tofu, chicken with vegetables, edamame, lumpia, and all of the fancy drinks! If I could recommend something for them is to add more coconut dishes to the menu. Was hoping for haupia!
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Kara VIP
Chicago10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Terrific food, and even better drinks with plenty of vegan options for those who need it. Every time we dine here, we always ask, "why don't we come here more often?!"
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Krystina
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were promptly seated and served. I couldn’t believe how quickly we received our food and drinks. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was calm. I really enjoyed the aesthetic of the place. Everyone was so kind as well. I think this is a hidden gem because there was hardly anyone there! Super shocking because we had an awesome experience. This was our first visit and definitely plan to visit again. Told all my friends and family about this spot!
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James
Chicago8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice decor. Great service and tasty food. Will definitely return.
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Erin
Grand Rapids1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A hidden gem!!!! Delicious food, fun for the whole family
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John
Chicago28 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great getaway when you can’t get to Hawaii. Fish is fresh
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FAQs

AO Hawaiian Hideout offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 662-1100.

AO Hawaiian Hideout is rated 4.9 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

Experiences are available.

1315 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Michigan Avenue and State Street | Roosevelt Road and 14th street
Area
South Loop
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Hawaiian, Asian, Southeast Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Roosevelt Lines (Red, Green, Orange, Brown, Pink)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.aohawaiianhideout.com/
Phone number
(312) 662-1100
Catering
Catering orders available
Private party facilities
Company Buyouts

Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun

AO Hawaiian Hideout

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Mother's Day Buffet Brunch 1st seating

Mother's Day Buffet Brunch 2nd Seating

Mother's Day Buffet Brunch 3rd Seating

Signature Tropicals

Mai Tai

Zombie

Lilikoi

Ka-mon-i-wana-lei-a

Island Punch

Maui Bay Breeze

Freaky Tiki

Dr. Lee

Emperor's Lagoon

Dragon's Fire

Osaka Passion

Tropical Sangria (white or red)

Sweet Coco-licious Coladas topped with whipped cream

Traditional Pina Colada | Bird of Paradise mango | Nuki Nuki passionfruit | Sunset in Tahiti peach | Ohelo Papa strawberry | Chi Chi banana | Blue Hawaiian | Tropsicle Orange | Lava Flow raspberry

Tiki-la Style Margaritas on the rocks

Flavors: Mango Peach | Passionfruit Sweet & Sour | Pineapple Orange | Coconut Lime | Sour Apple Raspberry | Lychee Cranberry | Strawberry | Classic | Lime

Hawaiian Cyclone Martinis

Lychee Pearl | Strawberry Lemondrop | Asiana Mist Passionfruit Sweet & Sour | Crystal Blue Bangkok Pineapple | Enlightened Buddha Peach | Lucky Phoenix Mango | Red Dragon Raspberry | Orange Blossom | Sour Apple

Frozen Slushy Tart Daiquiri

Flavors: Strawberry | Lychee | Passionfruit | Peach | Raspberry | Pineapple | Blue Lime | Mango | Orange | Banana

Honolulu Spiked Lemonades

Flavors: Strawberry | Blue Orange | Mango | Passionfruit | Peach | Cranberry | Pineapple | Raspberry

Island Style Mimosas

Flavors: Orange | Strawberry | Mango | Passionfruit | Peach | Cranberry | Pineapple | Raspberry

Non-alcoholic Mocktails

Virgin Pina Coladas | Virgin Daiquiris | Island Punch | Flavored Lemonades | Flavored Iced Teas | Fruit Sodas

Signature Appetizers

Island Nachos

Pupu Platter for 2

Vegan Panang Poutine

Teaser Sampler for 2

Lomi Lomi

Kimbap

Spicy Mandu-guk Dumpling Soup

Classic Teasers

Spam Musubi

Egg Rolls

Crab Rangoon

Pot Sticker Dumplings

Tempura Fried Shrimp

Hawaiian Inspired Poké Bowls

Noodle "SOUPER" Bowls

Signature Saimin Noodle Soup | Indonesian Seafood Noodle Soup | Malaysian Deluxe Noodle Soup | Tonkotsu Ramen | Vietnamese Homestyle Noodle Soup | Vegan Ramen

Hawaiian Plates

Loco Moco | Kalua Pig | Hawaiian Pulehu Beef Shortribs | BBQ Baby Back Ribs | O'ma o'ma o' Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp n Noodles | Island Style Tacos | Teriyaki Shoyu Glazed Salmon | Polynesian Style Fish Fillet

East Asian & Southeast Asian Cuisine

Choose protein: Beef, Chicken, Pork Belly, Shrimp, Tofu. Thai Panang | Mongolian | Kung Pao | Thai Basil | Teriyaki Bourbon | Koyrean Bibimbap | Honey Sesame | Zesty Orange | Spicy General Tsao's | Broccoli Supreme | Wok Seared Garden Veggies | Garlic Black Bean

Fried Rice

Indonesian Nasi Goreng | Deluxe Fried Rice | Beef | Chicken | Pork Belly | Shrimp | Tofu | Pineapple | Spicy Basil | Spam | Veggie

Noodles

Indonesian Mie Goreng | Pad Thai | Pad See Ewe | Cantonese Chow Fun | Spicy Nutty Noodles | O'ma o'ma o' Noodles

Vegan

Vegan Appetizers | Vegan Ramen | Vegan Poke Bowl | Vegan Sushi Burrito | Vegan stir-fry (multiple options - rice or noodles)

Desserts

Chocolate Mousse Cake | Limoncello Mascarpone Cake | Oreo Cake | Vegan Mango Sorbet | Vegan Lychee Slushy

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does AO Hawaiian Hideout offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Make a booking

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