Best Seasonal Restaurants in Hawaii

I have eaten at a lot of high-end restaurants all around the globe and this is by far the most amazing place and high quality experience I have ever had! It was my last night in Hawaii and the general manager made sure that it was a special experience by bringing us up to the venue's rooftop to see the sunset prior to our dinner experience. Our server was so knowledgeable and his recommendations were so complimentary to the menu. The wine pairings were insane and such an amazing compliment to the food. My son had an amazing experience trying foods and wines that he would never have. We already have plans to come back to Hawaii and this restaurant will certainly be on the agenda! This restaurant was everything that we were looking for and more!!!

My wife and I were in Oahu and were looking for something special. Well folks, look no further than Umi by Chef Vikram Garg, located in the Halepuna, a boutique hotel in Waikiki. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed and seated at the exact time of our reservation. The atmosphere was calm and relaxed. After a long day of touring the island, we needed a refuge and this place was it. Five out of Five Stars on the ambiance. The staff was warm, friendly, and attentive. Five out of Five Stars for service and staff. You couldn’t ask for better service! Our sommelier was as knowledgeable about the wine that they served there as any you would find in New York, LA, or Chicago. The manager of the restaurant visited our table as well and was very helpful in guiding us through the menu. And oh, what a menu it is! And now. . . the food. If you are looking for burgers and fries, this is not your place. But, if you love food and consider yourself a foodie, Umi is definitely THE place for you. I haven’t experienced such an original and intriguing menu as Umi’s in a long time. For our first course, we tried the Ahi Tuna Crudo. It did not disappoint! The ahi was so fresh, enhanced by the daikon and cured lemon. Simple and perfect. For the second course, we had the foie gras gyoza. My wife and I both love foie gras. Neither of us had it presented to us as gyoza before. It was phenomenal. So good! I couldn’t recommend it any higher. For our main course, my wife had the scallops and prawns and I had the lobster. Both dishes were show-stoppers! So fresh and original. Elegant and sophisticated. It was dining at its finest. The only downside was that we were so full, we had no room for dessert! We will have to do that next time. I give Umi a five out of five stars for the food as well. If you appreciate the imagination and the skill it takes to prepare a quality dining experience, you won't be disappointed. Chef Vikram Garg is an artist!

Had an amazing dinner at Beachhouse! The food was absolutely delicious, and the restaurant’s ambiance was perfect—relaxing and inviting. Our server, Jace, was so friendly and provided outstanding service, making the experience even better. Can’t wait to return!

Mahalo to Chef Nae Ogawa and her wonderful team, especially our server, Rose. Our experience at the counter allowed us to watch the kitchen from front row seats, and we were able to interact with the chef and the staff. Every dish was a wow course, with exciting and creative ingredients and flavor combinations. The premium wine pairings were a perfect match to the meal. We will definitely come back when we are in Honolulu, and we highly recommend the restaurant—one of the top dinners we had!

Restaurant Suntory is always a wonderful place to have an excellent Japanese meal. We have never been disappointed by the food or service. The restaurant itself is well designed with a modern Japanese and open feel. It’s our go to Japanese restaurant. We will return.