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1. Merriman's Honolulu
4.8
Exceptional(4120)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu
Booked 141 times today
A pioneer of the “Farm to Table” movement in Hawaii, Peter Merriman brings Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Ward Village in Honolulu. Reflecting Peter’s personal style, the restaurant combines the feel of a neighborhood bistro with hints of old Hawaii. Lively, urbane, and whimsical, Merriman’s Honolulu is not just for special occasions. It’s an everyday place for those who appreciate great food and warm, friendly service!​Awards:- Honolulu Magazine, Best Oahu Restaurant, Gold- Honolulu Magazine, Best New Restaurant, Silver- Honolulu Magazine, Best Wine Program, Silver- Wine Enthusiast, 100 Best Wine Restaurants 2019- Hawaii Magazine, Best Farm to Table Restaurant-Hale Aina Award: Best Restaurant, Gold 2022All available reservations time slots are on OpenTable, we do accept walk-ins daily. Please arrive on time as we don't hold reserved tables for more than 15 min.Gift Cardshttps://merrimanshawaii.cardfoundry.com/giftcards.php
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2. Chef Chai
4.8
Exceptional(1376)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu
Booked 14 times today
Opened for both dine in and takeout. Masks required for both diners and staffOutdoor and indoor with the CDC distant guidelineNo contact menu available Chai Chaowasaree owner and Chef of Chef Chai at Pacifica Honolulu is recognized as one of Hawaii’s top Hawaii Regional Cuisine chefs. Known for fusing fresh Hawaii ingredients with the exotic flavors of Asia, Chef Chai has created a culinary style that reflects the cultural diversity of Oahu and the Hawaiian Islands. To further strengthen the partnership with Hawaii’s local farmers and fishermen, Chef Chai co-founded Hawaii Island Chefs (HIC), the second generation of Hawaii Regional Cuisine Chefs. This group of HIC chefs is on a mission to provide the world with the best of Hawaii’s diverse culinary resources from the culture of the people and the bounty of the land and sea.The exquisite experience await you at Chef Chai
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3. Tempura Ichika
4.9
Exceptional(17)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Ala Moana
Booked 4 times today
Discover the vibrant allure of Honolulu’s culinary scene at Tempura Ichika, where Michelin-starred chef Kiyoshi Chikano redefines refined dining with an exceptional Tempura Omakase experience. As Honolulu’s sole full-time resident Michelin-star chef, Chikano infuses his deep-fried creations with a perfect blend of tradition and innovation
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4. MW Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3228)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Honolulu
Booked 10 times today
Discover the vibrant flavors of Hawaii at MW Restaurant, where renowned chefs Wade Ueoka and Michelle Karr-Ueoka showcase their passion for local cuisine. Now on the 2nd floor of the Velocity Honolulu Building, our new location offers a refined yet casual dining experience that celebrates Hawaii’s rich culinary heritage.Conveniently located across from the Blaisdell Center, use “Velocity Honolulu” or “888 Kapiolani Blvd” for accurate directions. Valet parking is available at the entrance from Kapiolani Blvd up the ramp; avoid parking in the MW Valet-only stall on the ground level as it is subject to towing.Join us to savor exquisite regional dishes and delectable desserts that have made MW Restaurant a cornerstone of Hawaii’s culinary scene. Visit https://mwrestaurant.com/ to place your order or learn more.
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5. Fête
4.8
Exceptional(3794)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Honolulu
Booked 71 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. Moku Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(3619)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Honolulu
Booked 125 times today
Full table service resumes 12/18/23! Located in the heart of the Kaka'ako art district, Moku Kitchen is a chef-driven concept that brings Hawaii's rich upcountry farming and ranching heritage to downtown Honolulu's urban lifestyle. Our award winning cocktail program is ever-evolving, highlighted by the Monkeypod Mai Tai. We offer a wide variety of local craft beer and wines from small independent producers. Please go to mokukitchen.com for up to date menus and our daily live music calendar.
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7. natuRe waikiki
4.7
Exceptional(687)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French • Waikiki
Booked 9 times today
【VALIDATED PARKING AVAILABLE at HYATT CENTRIC WAIKIKI 4 HOURS FREE!!】We offer a seasonal tasting menu that utilizes ingredients that tells the story of our islands and the history behind it. Bar Area is accepting walk-ins.**Our Hale tasting menu is 6 courses for $120 and our Aina (Vegan) tasting menu is 6 courses for $100. We accommodate Pescatarian, No-Red Meat, Vegetarian, and Vegan diets.We CANNOT accommodate Gluten-Free. Please note if you are bringing kids for the tasting menu and if they will be having the course menu.Nae OgawaHer career started at the prestigious Michelin-starred NARISAWA in Tokyo. She then moved to New York at 21 years old to work at famed Michelin-starred Bouley.Shortly after, she was flown to Paris to work at the popular bistro, La Bourse et La Vie. In 2021, her ideas came to fruition with natuRe waikiki, an upscale restaurant featuring Sustainable Island French cuisine.
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8. The Pig and the Lady
new
4.8
Exceptional(1584)
Price: Expensive
• Vietnamese • Downtown
Booked 33 times today
From it’s humble beginnings as a pop-up restaurant, to a farmer"s market stand and now a successful brick-and-mortar eatery, The Pig and the Lady, led by twice-nominated James Beard semifinalist Chef Andrew Le (with help from his family including his mother, Mama Le), cook up what is essentially the family meal in the truest sense -- Exposing Honolulu diners a cross-section of cuisine that has Vietnamese origins, but is eclectic and daring.Chef Le and his team have developed a modern, fresh take on traditional Southeast Asian food, utilizing local products -- serving their famous banh mi and pho, along with new favorites. Le is the one of the few chefs cooking contemporary food built on Southeast Asian flavors that has garnered rave reviews -- a foundation built on delicious memories first introduced by his mother. They are open Monday through Saturday, serving lunch and dinner. You can also still find them at the Farmer’s Markets at Blaisdell, Kailua and KCC.
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9. 100 Sails Restaurant & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(2128)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Waikiki
Booked 27 times today
Introducing Waikiki’s latest culinary delight, 100 Sails Restaurant & Bar, offering signature views of Ala Wai Harbor and the ocean beyond as well as breathtaking front row seats to Hawai‘i’s most spectacular sunsets. A renewed focus on island fresh cuisine promises to elevate the entire dining experience.Experience a fresh active bar serving as the centerpiece of the restaurant. Enjoy tasty small bites throughout the day and craft cocktails in the evening.Dinner Buffet is offered on Thursdays-Sundays.
A photo of Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Waikiki, HI restaurant
10. Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Waikiki, HI
4.8
Exceptional(6297)
Price: Moderate
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki
Booked 120 times today
Aloha! Tommy Bahama combines a tranquil environment and excellent food with an emphasis on hospitality to make for the perfect place to recharge or unwind while indulging in a unique dining experience. The experience is sure to feel like a getaway, whether you’re on vacation or looking for a vacation from your everyday life.During current capacity restrictions we are operating on Walk-In basis. For any seating requests or accommodations, please call the restaurant 808.923.8785.Mahalo

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  • Lance
    Hawaii •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Still one of the best spots in Honolulu. Every dish from appetizer to dessert is perfectly on point and the service is friendly and helpful without being over your shoulder all the time. Even the portion sizes were perfect, not too much, but more than enough to fill us up. Thank you MW for the great holiday dinner!
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    MW RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Honolulu
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    4.8
  • Pam
    Hawaii •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We sat in the large patio area outside. It was very pleasant, with balmy weather and light trade winds, and we liked the live music (a solo guitarist/singer). We ordered from the Happy Hour menu and the food and drinks were inexpensive. Even though the restaurant was busy we were served quickly. My friend ordered the local shrimp and chips and I had the tempura fish and chips. Our waitress brought us a small glass of Prosecco (no charge) before our meal arrived. The food was delicious and well prepared. The coating on the seafood was light and crispy (not greasy). The service was excellent. Shout outs to our pleasant and friendly waitress Mahina and to the host Kody. We liked the restaurant so much we came back for dessert the same evening after we attended a music event!
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    Merriman's HonoluluPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Honolulu
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    4.8
  • Michael
    Las Vegas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Absolutely one of the best meals I’ve had on the island so far. Lifelong food enthusiast who has traveled all over the world for the best food. This was certainly one of the better meals I’ve ever had, clearly the best on the island so far. The atmosphere is incredibly casual for this level of food. And almost all of the servers were exceptional.
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    FêtePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Honolulu
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    4.8
  • Nicole
    Los Angeles •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    This was one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a while! The tasting menu was superb, the entertainment was fantastic, the service outstanding and the restaurant beautifully decorated. Next time I’m in Honolulu, I’ll be dining at Chef Chai’s.
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    Chef ChaiPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Honolulu
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    4.8
  • Jared
    Cincinnati / Dayton •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 11 Dec 2024
    The tempura omakase experience was incredible. Every piece was incredibly delicious without being too heavy. My wife wasn’t feeling well to due her medication and they offered to accommodate her by packing the remaining courses to go. Would absolutely go back again for another wonderful experience.
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    Tempura IchikaPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Ala Moana
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    4.9

Discover best foodies restaurants in Kaka'ako

Discover a culinary paradise in the heart of Hawaii at Kaka'ako, Oahu, tailored specifically for food enthusiasts. This vibrant district offers a diverse range of dining options that cater to the tastes of foodies seeking both traditional Hawaiian fare and innovative culinary creations. Each restaurant in Kaka'ako is characterized by its commitment to quality, creativity, and the use of fresh, local ingredients, ensuring a memorable dining experience. The dining scene here is dynamic and reflects the eclectic mix of cultures that influence the island's cuisine, making it a must-visit destination for anyone who loves food. Whether you’re in the mood for seafood freshly caught from the Pacific or a fusion dish that marries various culinary traditions, Kaka'ako's eateries promise satisfaction. This location not only captivates with its flavors but also with its lively, welcoming atmosphere, making every meal a delightful discovery. For food lovers exploring Hawaii, Kaka'ako is truly a culinary hotspot that shouldn't be missed.

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