Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Hawaii

OpenTable

Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Hawaii? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Beach Tree Restaurant, Bar and Lounge

4.8

4.8 (879)

$30 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Kailua-Kona

About the restaurant

Beach Tree Bar & Lounge at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is a casual dining option set along the sand and overlooking the ocean, perfect for sundowner cocktails. Toast the sunset with unforgettable views, local flavours, creative cocktails and more.

Top review

JillVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Not a better spot on the Big Island to enjoy good food and great service!

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Popular dish

Spaghetti "Cacio e Pepe"

Experience

Tide to Table Amalfi Under the Stars

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Kapolei, HI | Kapolei Commons

4.8

4.8 (316)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Kapolei

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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Alfred

Dined 1 day ago

Fantastic….. to the last bite. Mio sparkling sake was a great add to an incredible meal. The service was impeccable. I highly recommend Guy- Kaku I will be in search of this restaurant in my travels..

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Experience

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Kani Ka Pila Grille at OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

4.7

4.7 (473)

$30 and under

American

Waikiki

About the restaurant

Honolulu’s top restaurant venue for Hawaiian music located at OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort is one of the island’s favorite gathering places for casual drinks and tasty pupu appetizers, from kalua pork nachos to ahi poke. Kani Ka Pila means “a gathering around music,” and you’ll find Hawaii’s most beloved musicians performing contemporary and traditional Hawaiian music nightly from 6pm to 9pm.

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Louise

Dined 2 days ago

Always awesome, service is fantastic, Live music great, very relaxed and great value for money

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Popular dish

Pineapple Crème Brûlée

Popular dish

Fish & Chips

Mahina and Sun's - Surfjack Hotel

4.6

4.6 (1293)

$31 to $50

Home cooking

Waikiki

About the restaurant

WALK INS WELCOME & OPEN EVERYDAY from 12pm to 10pm! Elevated home cooking that you will enjoy located in the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club. Happy Hour 12pm - 5:30pm; Lanai menu 12pm - 5:30pm; Dinner 5:30pm to 10pm. Whether you’re indulging in a filling dinner before heading up to your room or stopping in for a refreshing beverage after spending the day in the sun, Mahina & Sun’s is ready to serve you! Executive Chef Erik Leong’s menu features favorites such as Naked Pig Pizza starters, Clams, Fresh Catch & Off the Hook entrees, in addition to the popular Mahina Family Feast, which offers a delicious whole fried fish with five sides. Ask for outdoor seating and dine under the stars and enjoy local, live music line up every night! Checkout Executive Bar Czar, Chris Taibi for the very best in cocktails & libations! $8.00 4 hour validated off site Parking at Hyatt Centric Garage. Pull ticket and Mahina & Sun's server will give you validation stamp.

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DebbieVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Love this restaurant. Hawaii meets Palm Springs vibe. Very old school. Food is fusion and super creative. Highly recommend. Went twice during our vacation. Was here last year too.

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4.6

4.6 (1410)

$31 to $50

Pacific Rim

Waikiki

About the restaurant

Hidden in plain sight, and nestled above vibrant Kuhio Avenue is Hideout at The Laylow Autograph Collection Hotel. The Lush greenery, mid-century inspired woodwork, and vibrant vibe instantly sets the tone for this progressive Modern Hapa Hawaiian cuisine and beverage venue. All that the Hawaiian Islands have to offer take center stage morning and night for hotel guest and locals to enjoy for any occasion. The moment you ascend from street level the Hideout and it’s relaxed vibe, allow you to escape the hustle and bustle of Waikiki and enjoy small plates, curated cocktails, great live music, and a perfect place to catch your breath any time of day.

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Matthew

Dined 1 day ago

Been coming to hideout for 3 years now every time my wife and I visit Oahu and it never disappoints. The Hamajang Board is a must order. The pork belly Brussels are definitely my favorite and my wife ranks the ahi sashimi with some of the best she’s had. Vibe is always on point as well. Theres plenty of great food around Waikiki but many places in the area are lacking in this department so it definitely sets the hideout apart. Every live music act or DJ I’ve seen there have been great. We’ll keep coming back.

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Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Whalers Village

4.6

4.6 (3370)

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Kaanapali

About the restaurant

WALK-INS ALWAYS WELCOME!
Our chef driven concept is lead 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. Our dedication to craft also extends to our beverage program. Our 36 beers on tap are the coldest on Maui. You can also enjoy one of our culinary cocktails, made with fresh ingredients and lots of Aloha. At Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman, you can enjoy Peter's Hawaii Regional Cuisine in a fun, casual environment and come to know what it means to be "Lucky Live Hawaii"! We can't wait to see you at Monkeypod Kitchen.

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AlejandraVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Monkeypod is always fun and the food is good. The waitress was super friendly 😊

Robata JINYA - Honolulu

4.6

4.6 (145)

$30 and under

Sushi

Kaka'ako

About the restaurant

Opened in 2010, Robata JINYA reflects cooking techniques and traditions passed down from Tomo’s father combined with his personal deep appreciation for the City of Angels. Now expanding to Honolulu, Hawaii, Robata JINYA plays to traditional robatayaki service of slow charcoal-grilled skewered meats and vegetables as well as exotic sushi and sashimi plates. Tomo aims to provide a lively space where sharing of small plates, as well as conversation, is encouraged. Further supporting the mission of comradery, Tomo chose the name “JINYA” in reference to the historical estates of samurai that later served as community meeting points. Welcome to Robata JINYA.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 5 days ago

It was absolutely enjoyable! Their HAPPY HOUR had a wide choice of reasonably priced food and drinks on the menu from 4PM - 6PM. Our waiter was helpful when asked what were customer favorites and each dish was a winner. We will definitely be making this one of our go to restaurants in Kakaako. Parking is just across the street at the Ward theatre.

Izakaya 855 Aloha

4.4

4.4 (22)

$31 to $50

Creative Japanese

Waikiki

About the restaurant

In the heart of Waikīkī lies a reimagined Izakaya and Bar where energetic Japanese hospitality meets the eclectic and diversified cultures of Hawaii. Rooted in a sense of nostalgia from a time when things moved a little slower, Izakaya 855-ALOHA welcomes visitors and locals alike to gather, stay a little longer, and bond over a meal and drinks in a dynamic social environment. With playful interpretations of traditional small plate Izakaya fare and a buzzy cocktail program, the menu highlights the precision and techniques found in Japanese cuisine along with the local ingredients of Hawaii.

Enjoy 3 hrs validated valet parking.

Stay. Drink. Eat.

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MeVIP

Dined on 26 Nov 2024

This spot is great. It’s really fun. The food is delicious and the environment is definitely geared towards an adult crowd. This restaurant is inside the Romer, which is an adult only hotel. It has a swanky almost New York nightclub feel. The food is really fun. We ordered the Aloha spoon, ocean umami, Mapo Yakko the broccolini the skirt steak and the Hokkaido scallop. Everything was completely delicious. For drinks I got the who you gonna call and was instantly obsessed. This place is amazing. Don’t miss it. Run don’t walk.

Mauka Bar and Grill

4.2

4.2 (121)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Waikoloa

About the restaurant

A Bar and Grill during the day and Steakhouse by night. Amazing food prepared by very experienced chefs with live music nightly and beautiful mountain and sunset views.

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GaryVIP

Dined on 12 Dec 2024

A very nice dinner & evening at Mauka. Everyone was so cordial making our anniversary celebration very special! Our servers were amazingly helpful & attentive. My dinner of Escargot, Macadamia Nut Crusted Ono & Mango Crème Brûlée for dessert were the best flavors I have tasted. For this incredible meal, we paired a bottle of French Medoc. I want to try their Rack of Lamb or Lobster next with a Tiramisu dessert. We are coming back!

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Maui Brewing Company - Waikiki

4.1

4.1 (606)

$30 and under

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Waikiki

About the restaurant

Enjoy craft beers brewed locally on Maui, handcrafted cocktails, and locally sourced high-quality food made from scratch. Our restaurant features the island's largest bar, local music. Have a refreshing craft beverage, or enjoy dinner with friends.

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DAVID

Dined on 26 Nov 2024

Had a great meal and good beer. Was a nice place to settle down for the evening. We did have a reservation but there were plenty of open tables while we were there.

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Experience

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