Best Authentic Restaurants in Aiea

28 restaurants available nearby

1. Fête

4.8

Exceptional(3740)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 77 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

4.9

Exceptional(68)

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

3. Istanbul Hawaii

4.7

Exceptional(2915)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Honolulu

Booked 56 times today

In our Mediterranean & Hawaiian sanctuary, you become part of our ohana. Led by Chef Mom Nili, Baba Aydin, and Chef Ahu, you're invited on a culinary journey infused with Turkish and Mediterranean essences. Our recipes, a blend of diverse cultures, are nurtured with locally-sourced ingredients, reflecting the heart of our family-run and woman-led venture.Every interaction, whether in our restaurant's warm embrace, the vibrant energy of local events, or amidst the rich array of farmers' lands, is cherished. Each meeting is a chance to intertwine stories, laughter, and a piece of our heritage.Come, celebrate the art of dining with us, where every dish is a passage to the Mediterranean, caressed by the Hawaiian sun. We look forward to serving you, merging our narratives in meals that go beyond mere flavors. Here, every dining experience is an adventure, a discovery, and a celebration of togetherness, nurturing through food next to the Hawaiian ocean.

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4. Katsumidori Sushi Tokyo

4.7

Exceptional(1692)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Waikiki

Booked 31 times today

Providing our customers with fresh, high-quality sushi at reasonable price and impressing service. We take great pride in presenting the Katsumidori experience.[活 Katsu] mean 'Encouragement', 'Fresh’, 'Active', and 'Living' which is our company's philosophy.We offer comfortable dining space for our guests. Modern Japanese style. Cool sushi Bar. Casual fine dining.In order to accommodate as many customers as possible, we operate a 90-minute meal time system for both lunch and dinner.Also, if you would like to seat at the sushi bar, please call the restaurant directly to make a reservation.Reservations from Open Table will automatically be reserved for table seats only.「新鮮で質の高い寿司を手頃な価格で多くの人に味わっていただき気持ちの良いサービスでお客様に感動を提供します」私たちは、常に進化し続けることをプライドにしています。「活」という漢字の意味は「活気」、「新鮮」、「アクティブ」そして、我々の企業理念を示しています.モダンな日本スタイル, そして、ハワイ初のユニークなオーダーシステムのお洒落なお店です。出来るだけ多くのお客様にお越し頂ける様に、ランチ、ディナー共に、９０分制のお食事時間とさせて頂いておりますので、御了承下さい。又、寿司バー御希望の方は、お店に直接ご予約のお電話を下さい。オープンテーブルからの予約は自動的にテーブル席のみの御予約となります。

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5. Kuni Restaurant and Catering

4.6

Exceptional(41)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Waipahu

Booked 4 times today

Serving authentic Japanese cuisine for over 50 years. Open Daily from 11:00am - 9:00pm for Dine In, Take Out and Catering at www.restaurantkuni.com or call us at 808-671-1100

6. Izakaya Matsuri

4.8

Exceptional(459)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Honolulu

Booked 6 times today

Izakaya Matsuri offers an authentic Japanese experience with its freshest Sashimi, Sushi and various chef Specials. Reviewers often mention the authenticity of the food, with one saying 'Authentic Japanese Izakaya food' and another praising the 'Traditional style and amazing quality'. Plus, the menu offers a great variety to cater to different palates, making it a popular choice for those seeking an authentic Japanese meal.

7. Cino

4.5

Awesome(334)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Kaka'ako

Booked 32 times today

Cino, an Italian Chophouse & Crudo Bar in Honolulu, is celebrated for its authentic Italian cuisine. Customers rave about its imaginative dishes and excellent service, calling it a 'super restaurant' with 'great decor, vibe and energy'. The restaurant sources its ingredients locally, making each dish a unique blend of traditional Italian and Hawaiian flavors. The chef's expertise and knowledge of the menu are particularly praised, making Cino a standout for its authentic Italian food experience.

8. Han no Daidokoro

4.9

Exceptional(665)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Honolulu

Booked 29 times today

Han no Daidokoro is an authentic Japanese restaurant with a strong focus on quality and service. The restaurant offers an exclusive experience with its A5 grade yakiniku, featuring premium cuts of meat from Japan, Oregon, and Miyazaki. Customers rave about the delicious food and knowledgeable staff, calling it 'the best outside of Japan.' The restaurant's atmosphere and the joy of Yakiniku, where you grill the meat yourself, enhance the authenticity.

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9. Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown Hawaii

4.8

Exceptional(727)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Honolulu

Booked 13 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.)

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10. ONKEE Korean Grill House

4.6

Exceptional(47)

Price: Moderate

• Korean • Kaka'ako

Booked 44 times today

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shaunvip
California Central Coast •6 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Best, most fresh and good quality sushi ever. Great sushi chefs, and all who worked there. you cannot find this on the mainland. Cherish it
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Katsumidori Sushi TokyoPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Waikiki
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4.7
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Uilani
Hawaii •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
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.
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FêtePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Honolulu
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4.8
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David
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent, super authentic flavor from Istanbul. The waiter was very sweet and very helpful. I will recommend this place with out any doubt.
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Istanbul HawaiiPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Honolulu
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4.7
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Sharon
Hawaii •1 review
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was good and fast The place was very busy Pricing a little on the high end Service is very limited to just check in on you when they are in passing helping others The older man that has been there centuries is also fun to see
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Kuni Restaurant and CateringPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Waipahu
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4.6
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Garyvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 Nov 2024
Best restaurant in Honolulu!!! Great seafood and sushi!!
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Yohei SushiPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Honolulu
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4.9

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Fête

2. Yohei Sushi

3. Istanbul Hawaii

4. Katsumidori Sushi Tokyo

5. Kuni Restaurant and Catering

6. Izakaya Matsuri

7. Cino

8. Han no Daidokoro

9. Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown Hawaii

10. ONKEE Korean Grill House

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