Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Honolulu

Wonderful setting. We had dined here before but this time the menu is all share plates which was great for us as we got to try an array of different dishes, each presented beautifully and uniquely delicious. Perfect WOW date or special occasion spot with its outstanding inventive decor. Pictures go not do it justice. I marked the noise level as loud in this review. We were next to group of 12 people who were celebrating something and felt it appropriate to speak and laugh VERY loudly as if they were at a private party venue. It was distracting and annoying and quite frankly did take away from our lovely dining experience. Our first experience dining there was different. While the dining areas were full the noise level was low. Guess one should ask not to be seated next to a large crowd.

We have had many amazing meals at this place .... I was once again pleased that the service as well as the food was prepared and delivered so wonderfully . It also puzzles me that more people were not at the restaurant ...... the food the wait staff and the food 5 stars . I myself and my partner have made it a point to be there more often . We were also encouraged to try coming in for Brunch . I want all my friends to know and try Scratch Kitchen .

This place is simply amazing. Our waitress was so sweet. She was so knowledgeable about all menu items. We have been meaning to try this place for a while and never got a chance to. I saw their James Beard special on TV and finally got a chance ro try them last week. We just HAD to return again this week. They are just that good. We will keep returning again and again. Their Caesar salad dressing (as our waitress says) is DRINKABLE! SERIOUSLY! That thing is ridiculous!! The Kaua'i shrimp special (we may be a little biased) was so 'ono. The shrimp dish and risotto dish was so flavorful. Everything we ordered was just so mouth watering! Go, go, go, go,go!!! This place is a MUST visit. Worth the parking hassle. Lol. Find it on the street or st the end of the road in the paid parking lot.

Original Roy’s at Hawaii Kai delivers an unforgettable dining experience that perfectly blends culinary excellence with a great sunset view. The food is nothing short of outstanding, showcasing bold flavors and impeccable presentation that highlight the restaurant’s Hawaiian fusion roots. The service was superb—attentive, friendly, and seamless from start to finish, making us feel truly valued. To top it all off, we were treated to a stunning sunset view from the second-floor dining room, which added an extra layer of magic to our evening. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a perfect meal in a beautiful setting. Oh, and by the way, don’t forget to save room for one of the soufflés. We had both the chocolate and the seasonal pumpkin. Both were delicious!

Best Omakase we’ve ever been to, (includes multiple Michelin star restaurants). Aung and Sarah were super engaging, by the end of the evening it felt like a family party. Couldn’t recommend enough.