Merriman’s Honolulu — which reopened in August, after a temporary closure in June and June — used to offer its brunch specials on Sundays only. The Ward Village eatery recently extended its brunch hours, serving its brunch menu from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on both Saturdays and Sundays.
The brunch specials may rotate weekly, but customers will always have several options to choose from.
We opted for two savory options — the smoked salmon eggs Benedict ($24) and wagyu loco moco ($28).
The salmon is cured and smoked in-house, and served atop English muffins with a housemade bearnaise sauce. It’s topped with avocado and served with crispy potatoes. This dish is sure to satisfy if you’re in the mood for something luxe yet savory. The salmon has a delightfully smoky flavor, which is complemented nicely by the indulgent bearnaise. The crispy potatoes are perfect for mopping up every last bit of the sauce.
The wagyu loco moco ($28) a 6-ounce wagyu patty topped with Waimanalo brown gravy and eggs atop a bed of Koshihikari rice. The patty is flavorful — nice and beefy with a slightly crispy exterior. We loved the savory gravy, which paired perfectly with the fluffy Japanese short-grain rice.
Other brunch specials include French toast with maple butter sauce, whipped cream and strawberries ($27), Waiahole taro and kalua pork hash ($22), and a mimosa flight with guava, pineapple and orange juices ($45). We’re told the French toast is popular because it features a generous portion. It’s soaked in custard and fried, resulting in a crispy exterior and fluffy interior.
The nice part about going to Merriman’s for brunch is you can still order off the eatery’s lunch menu. Popular appetizers to share include organic taro hummus ($14), tako and country bread ($26), and Hapa poke ($23). The latter features a combo of ‘ahi and ono, Maui onions, ogo, Ho Farms avocado and inamona, and it’s served with nicely seasoned taro chips.
If you want to share something lighter — but still flavorful — opt for the roasted beet and Hirabara Farms fennel with mixed greens ($17), Peter’s original Caesar ($17) or organic chicken, bacon and avocado salad ($24). The latter features Hirabara romaine lettuce topped with Hau‘ula tomato, Point Reyes blue cheese and a creamy, addictive buttermilk dressing.
Customers can also still order off the Merriman’s dessert menu during brunch. Popular options include the bread pudding with Maui Gold pineapple, housemade salted caramel and macadamia nuts ($14) and the Waialua chocolate purse ($14), which features a crispy shell and molten chocolate filling. The decadent chocolate dessert pairs perfectly with the coffee caramel and housemade vanilla ice cream.
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CONTACT
Merriman’s Honolulu
Ward Village
1108 Auahi St. Ste. 170, Honolulu
808-215-0022
Merrimanshawaii.com
Instagram: @merrimanshonolulu
Brunch served 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Kelli Shiroma Braiotta can be reached at kelli@alohastatedaily.com.
