Best Authentic Restaurants in Salt Lake

58 restaurants available nearby

1. Fête

4.8

Exceptional(3801)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 124 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.

2. Yohei Sushi

4.7

Exceptional(71)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Honolulu

Booked 9 times today

Kazuto Obara came to Hawaii in the 1970s with a dream to open his own authentic Japanese restaurant. Practicing the traditional style of sushi known as Edomae, Chef Obara crafts a special omakase experience from the waters of his birth country (Japan) and his home (Hawaii). With his family roots from Hiroshima, he has served generations of families here in the islands. Book a reservation today

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3. Upstairs at Pier 38

4.6

Exceptional(533)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Kalihi-Palama

Booked 31 times today

Inspired by the rich history of Pier 38, Upstairs at Pier 38 is a place to gather that encompasses locally caught seafood, sourced by the renowned Honolulu Fish Auction, featuring USDA Prime Steak. Our Culinary Team adds their own creativity to the menu by collaborating with Chef Nico Chaize, to create island cuisine using rustic French techniques.Experience our cozy lounge setting inspired by a “home away from home.” Smokey wood accents with high industrial ceilings, glowing lights, and a majestic copper bar will allow our guests to unwind with ease. Seating in the dining room is spacious and perfect for large parties or an intimate date night. We are happy to offer a contemporary wine list with old-world treats, locally crafted beers, and captivating one-of-a-kind cocktails. Our team prefers reservations; however, walk-ins are always welcome! Join us at the Pier for enticing food, finely crafted cocktails, and a Hawaiian sunset.

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4. Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown Hawaii

4.6

Exceptional(735)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Honolulu

Booked 11 times today

Using traditional Hakata Yakitori cooking techniques passed down through generations, our skilled chefs grill Hawaii's natural ingredients to perfection. We are committed to sourcing the very finest ingredients from Hawaii's many talented farmers, fisherman, and purveyors. A wide range of beer, wine, nihonshu (sake), shochu, chuhai and highballs are available to complement our Yakitori.Kick back, relax and have a great time at Yakitori Hachibei!PRECAUTIONSWe directly contact all diners to confirm reservations. Please be sure your OpenTable Profile telephone number and e-mail are up-to-date. Our dining time window is 1.45 hours per reservation (which begins at the time of the reservation and not the time of arrival).Open 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (last seating at 9:00p.m.)

5. Lucky Belly

4.7

Exceptional(451)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Honolulu

Booked 12 times today

Thank you for choosing Lucky Belly! We are located in the heart of Chinatown's art district. Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are welcome. We are mostly known for our ramen, which is comprised of a tonkotsu and miso based broth. We have a vast selection of delicious sake to choose from and pair with your meal as well as handcrafted cocktails from our bartenders. See you in soon!

6. The Dotted Line

4.4

Awesome(25)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Located in downtown Honolulu, The Dotted Line is the ideal restaurant and bar for breakfast, pau hana, and dinner for the local business power players, casual diners, and travelers alike. Serving a quintessential European breakfast; a dinner menu of Modern Global Cuisine; the social-scene pau hana with late night cocktails - The Dotted Line is a culinary destination for diversified occasions. Set among floor-to-ceiling wrap-around windows that invite the island-sunlight by day and surrounded by a cityscape of big deals and even bigger power players, all of whom transformed Honolulu’s central business district into an executive playground, The Dotted Line believes dining should include what you want, when you want it, with satisfaction that empower its guests morning, noon and night. Customize your meal with a selection of decadent ala carte ingredients with a ‘more is more’ philosophy including black truffles, uni, A5 wagyu, caviar, and more.

7. O'Kims

4.6

Exceptional(101)

Price: Moderate

• Korean • Downtown

Booked 21 times today

O'Kims, selected as Yelp "#58 of Top 100 US Restaurants 2024," is a casual restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating. Known for its delicious, fresh, and expertly prepared food, with a unique Korean-Fusion/farm-to-table variety of dishes, drinks, desserts, and appetizers at affordable prices.

8. Mexi Lulu

1.5

(2)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown

Mexilulu is a vibrant restaurant located in Honolulu, offering authentic Mexican cuisine crafted from family recipes. Guests can enjoy a lively atmosphere with fresh, made-from-scratch dishes, alongside a curated selection of craft beers and cocktails. The restaurant also features live music and a spacious patio, perfect for dining and events. Mexilulu provides catering and group reservations, making it an ideal spot for special occasions. For a taste of Mexico in Hawaii, Mexilulu delivers flavorful, spicy meals in a festive environment.

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9. Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki

4.6

Exceptional(2234)

Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki

Booked 261 times today

Aloha, we are open daily from 7:00am to 11:00pm and are located on the waterfront of Waikiki Beach inside the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort. We accept reservations & reserve a large amount of space for walk-ins. If your desired reservation is not available, please join our waitlist in person daily. Happy Hour is available daily from 3:30pm-5:00pm (excluding select holidays). Our chef driven concept is led by the classically trained, award winning chef, Peter Merriman. Peter is a culinary pioneer and one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine. He has always been inspired by the people and products around him and this spirit has lead the movement to look at food in Hawaii in a new light. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman embraces this passion! Each item on the menu demonstrates our commitment to craft and showcases high quality, socially conscious ingredients, creative preparations, and perfect execution.

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10. Hula Grill - Waikiki

4.7

Exceptional(6634)

Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki

Booked 141 times today

We are open for open-air dining, takeout, and curbside pickup. Visit hulagrillwaikiki.com to view our menus or place an online order!Immerse yourself in the chef-driven aloha of Hula Grill Waikiki. Located just above Duke’s in the Outrigger Hotel, you’ll find the perfect spot to savor a moment above the hustle and bustle of Waikiki with the best restaurant view of Diamond Head in a relaxing and authentic atmosphere. Sourced from local fishermen, farmers, and ranchers, you’ll enjoy line-caught fresh fish, Oahu grown produce, and all-natural meats served with the spirit of aloha.

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Janette
Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
What a wonderful dinner and experience! The food was amazing. I had the sea bass and it was, without a doubt, the most delicious sea bass Ive ever had. The lobster bisque soup was also spectacular! Overall super happy with our experience.
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Upstairs at Pier 38Price: Expensive• Steak• Kalihi-Palama
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4.6
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Brian
Hawaii •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was great. Had to flag down the wait staff a couple of times. Overall a great experience.
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Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown HawaiiPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Honolulu
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4.6
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DavidVIP
Hawaii •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Amazing food, amazing service. Always happy when we dine at Fete. We split two of the entree specials and could barely believe how good they were. Thank you to everyone at this fine, fine restaurant!
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FêtePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Honolulu
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4.8
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Craig
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The drinks, food and services were great. Very glad we visited! Would definitely go back. Mahalo!
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Lucky BellyPrice: Moderate• Asian• Honolulu
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4.7
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RyanVIP
Hawaii •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
There was about a 20-25 minute wait despite our reservation, but the food more than made up for the delay. Definitely on our short list to return.
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Yohei SushiPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Honolulu
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4.7

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58 restaurants available nearby

1. Fête

2. Yohei Sushi

3. Upstairs at Pier 38

4. Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown Hawaii

5. Lucky Belly

6. The Dotted Line

7. O'Kims

8. Mexi Lulu

9. Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki

10. Hula Grill - Waikiki

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