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1. Beachhouse - Moana Surfrider
4.8
Exceptional(3664)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Waikiki
Booked 18 times today
Enjoy a modern take on refined oceanfront dining at one of the best restaurants in Honolulu with a view. Using fresh Oahu ingredients, our menu curated by Chef de Cuisine Adrian Solorzano, highlights island-inspired classics, succulent seafood, and the finest cuts of steak paired with an extensive selection of wines and artisan cocktails featuring local spirits. SPECIAL NOTES FROM THE RESTAURANT* Prix-Fixe Tasting Menu ONLY: 4 Course Menu at $110.00 / 5 Course Menu at $130.00.* The Beachhouse does not offer Ala Carte dining. * Casual Elegant Attire: Clothing not permitted include tank tops, exercise attire, & beachwear.
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2. Azure - The Royal Hawaiian
4.5
Awesome(2433)
$$$$
• Global, International • Waikiki
Booked 15 times today
A fine dining, world-class restaurant perched along Waikiki Beach at the Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki. The bejeweled oceanfront space sits under the canopy of the resort's dramatic Spanish-Moorish architecture and offers guests from around the world an impeccable Honolulu dining experience. Azure is currently serving a tasting menu in our open-air dining space that has a direct view of the iconic Diamond Head. Our restaurant offers an optional wine pairing to go along with the tasting menus for those looking for an enhanced experience.
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3. Kale's Hale
4.8
Exceptional(89)
$$$$
• Hawaiian • Kalihi-Palama
Booked 22 times today
Discover the World's FIRST Hawaiian Fusion yakiniku experience - an all-you-can-eat journey where the art of Korean BBQ meets the vibrant soul of Hawai'i. Indulge in premium cuts, island-inspired Hawai'i foods, and authentic Hawaiian ingredients, thoughtfully curated to celebrate the flavors and traditions of the islands.Chef Kale is a Native Hawaiian, Japanese, Chinese self-taught chef. His signature "Luau Soup" is a play on Luau stew (Hawaiian) and seaweed soup (Asian). This fusion combines lau kalo (the leaf of the most important plant in Hawai'i, kalo) and wagyu bits for the soup base. Located in historic Kalihi, a one minute drive from Bishop Museum. The atmosphere consists of light wood tones with an intimate interior. The best part of the restaurant are the new smoke free tables. You do not leave smelling like BBQ! Chef Kale has many restaurants and projects across Hawai'i. However, you may be lucky enough to catch him serving your table with one of the nightly specials.
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4. Empire Steak House Hawaii
4.4
Awesome(283)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Waikiki
Booked 19 times today
Empire Steak House Hawaii is located atop the historic Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites in Waikiki, offering a premier dining experience that blends New York sophistication with island charm. Renowned for prime cuts of beef, fresh seafood, and expertly crafted dishes, the menu also features classic sides, decadent desserts, and an extensive selection of cocktails, fine wines, and over 100 single malt scotches. The elegant yet inviting space, with luxurious furnishings and panoramic views of Honolulu’s coastline, provides the perfect setting for romantic dinners, private celebrations, or special occasions. Reflecting the Sinanaj brothers’ legacy of culinary excellence and hospitality, Empire Steak House Hawaii brings timeless steakhouse tradition to paradise, where classic elegance meets the warmth of aloha.
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5. Fête
4.8
Exceptional(4639)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Chinatown
Booked 67 times today
2022 James Beard Award Winner for Best Chef Northwest & Pacific.Rooted in the local farm-to-table movement — a place where seasonality and culinary tradition are celebrated in tandem. One part Hawaii and one part Brooklyn. The atmosphere shares a brasserie feel with a laid-back island sensibility—a celebration and homage to all of our favorite things we enjoy eating and drinking. Crafted with brick & reclaimed wood, our urban Hawaiian farmhouse features an open kitchen, lush plant wall, brick walls, and lots of natural light in a historic Chinatown building. The bar mixes classic and modern cocktails with artisanal flare with a well-curated wine list.
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6. Veranda - Moana Surfrider
4.8
Exceptional(1286)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Waikiki
Booked 22 times today
Our renowned Victorian tradition of “Afternoon Tea” under the historic banyan tree invites guests to indulge in a variety of tropical tea blends accompanied by a selection of delicious finger sandwiches, scones and delicate pastries. Please Note we are a cashless restaurant. We only accept credit cards or room charges as form of payment. A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties of 6 or more and for parties of 5 or more that request split checks.We kindly ask to refrain from balloon decorations to ensure the views for others are respected. Guests are welcome to bring their own cake/dessert for an additional fee of $7 per person.
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7. Podmore
4.7
Exceptional(304)
$$$$
• Comfort Food • Downtown / Chinatown
Booked 19 times today
Podmore is a neighborhood restaurant and cocktail lounge in vibrant, urban Downtown Honolulu. We extend a warm welcome to join us in our cozy dining room or at our beautiful bar to savor exquisite gastropub cuisine and world-class cocktails. With our award-winning interiors in an historic building, Podmore is the perfect destination for lunch, happy hour, dinner, cocktails and weekend brunch.Created by the husband-and-wife team behind Senia, Chef Anthony Rush and Katherine Nomura, Podmore is the spot on Oahu for expertly executed comfort food and innovative cocktails, complimented by good old-fashioned hospitality.From our bacon to our pasta to our ice cream, we make things in-house, from scratch, locally-sourced whenever possible. The craft behind what we do has made Podmore one of Honolulu's best restaurants.Please note that in the evening, our kitchen closes at 10pm. Reservations from 10pm and later are for drinks only.
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8. ZIGU
4.7
Exceptional(1563)
$$$$
• Japanese • Waikiki
Booked 41 times today
【Parking Info】: Hyatt Centric Hotel Guest Parking 4 hours free.Here at ZIGU, we believe the key to running a successful restaurant is to serve fresh local ingredients. We cook in a Japanese style using only ingredients found here in Hawaii. You'll enjoy authentic Japanese cooking and sake either inside our cozy interior or outside our spacious courtyard terrace.The building our Japanese restaurant is located at has a long history of bring great people together. It has been part of Waikiki for nearly a century, becoming an inseparable part of the city's landscape.
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9. Mahina and Sun's - Surfjack Hotel
4.2
Awesome(1371)
$$$$
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki
Booked 2 times today
☀️ WALK INS WELCOME & OPEN EVERYDAYMahina & Sun's, located in the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club, welcomes walk-ins daily from 12pm to 10pm. We offer elevated home cooking in a relaxed, stylish atmosphere, perfect for a casual lunch, happy hour, or dinner.Dining Hours:Lunch/Lanai Menu & Happy Hour: 12pm - 5:30pmDinner Service: 5:30pm - 10pmMenu & Vibe:Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails and libations by Executive Bar Czar, Chris Taibi.Request outdoor seating to dine under the stars with live, local music every night!Parking:$8.00 4-hour validated off-site parking is available at the Hyatt Centric Garage. Please ask your server for a validation stamp
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10. Afternoon Tea at Halekulani
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4.7
Exceptional(104)
$$$$
• Afternoon Tea • Waikiki
Booked 5 times today
Afternoon Tea on our Veranda is a quintessential Halekulani experience. With a wide selection of delicacies created for Royalty, it is a perfect way to honor midday.With an array of international teas, including the specialty Haleakala Blend - grown on the pristine slopes of its famed mountain in Maui, coffees, espressos, and from our Halekulani bakery, freshly made cakes, pastries, scones with Devonshire cream, and savory sandwiches featuring our signature Halekulani bread, there is something for everyone. For special occasions, a glass of our Designer Champagne can be added. Located on the ground floor of our historic Main Building, our Veranda offers tranquil, picturesque views of our Garden Courtyard. Enjoy the respite!Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 2:00 pm –4:30 pm (last seating 4:30 pm)

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  • Ellen
    Hawaii •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Azure was delicious! I’ll remember the coconut crab bisque forever, so good!!! Was a really fun splurge while in Hawaii.
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    Azure - The Royal Hawaiian$$$$• Global, International• Waikiki
    •
    4.5
  • Duane
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Best meal we had in Hawaii! It was terrific. Food was outstanding and they did a great job with the wine pairings. If I was digging to provide a 'negative' the red wine was a little warm, did not seem to come out at cellar temperature. But that required me to think hard to find a 'fault' with the experience. We went for our anniversary, and they acknowledge that several times! I'd go back in a heartbeat!!
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    Beachhouse - Moana Surfrider$$$$• Steakhouse• Waikiki
    •
    4.8
  • LeeGold
    Hawaii •26 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Awesome customer service. Koa did a great job explaining my first time at his restaurant, offered different ways to cook & prepared the meats, brought out all the sushi dishes too. Even the chef & owner came to great us. I will definitely be back with my Ohana.
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    Kale's Hale$$$$• Hawaiian• Kalihi-Palama
    •
    4.8
  • Carlos
    Tahoe / Reno Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 23, 2026
    The food was delicious beautiful view as well! Definitely coming back
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    Empire Steak House Hawaii$$$$• Steakhouse• Waikiki
    •
    4.4
  • Darcy
    Hawaii •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 21, 2026
    Absolute perfection! Such a lovely way to celebrate anew decade in my mom’s life. We had the best table and the best waitress, Aki. I will cherish this memory forever. My mom has now decided that high tea at the Moana Surfrider is a must do activity each time she’s here to visit. Mahalo nui loa!
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    Veranda - Moana Surfrider$$$$• Contemporary American• Waikiki
    •
    4.8

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