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Top Restaurants in Hawaii

Explore curated restaurants across global travel destinations on Destinations.ai. This directory index focuses on Dining establishments covering local culinary specialties, chef-driven kitchens, and everyday eateries. Each profile delivers verified operational information, address coordinates, expected price levels, and practical visitor tips to help travelers navigate the area efficiently. Whether you are building a full-day neighborhood itinerary or looking for a trusted local spot near your hotel, our guides filter out unverified listings so you can plan with reliable, fact-checked details.

17 Listed places
4.5 average across 17 rated listings
Honolulu • Waimea • Kihei
Luxury nightly rates vary by date and room category; dining, spa, parking, taxes, and applicable resort charges are additional. – $$$ upper-midrange dining; current menu prices on the official website; drinks, tax, and gratuity additional
Popular Neighborhoods:
Honolulu Waimea Kihei Koloa Captain Cook

53 By The Sea

Honolulu
Famous for: Oceanfront Hawaii Regional Cuisine, a grand staircase, and sweeping views of Waikīkī and Diamond Head.

Plan dinner at 53 By The Sea in Honolulu: Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Diamond Head views, Sunday brunch, valet parking, and reservation tips…

Anniversary couples Seafood enthusiasts Fine-dining travelers

DECK. at Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel | Waikiki / Honolulu | Restaurant / Large Group / Wedding

Honolulu
Famous for: Open-air rooftop dining with Diamond Head views, American Pacific cooking, and handcrafted cocktails above eastern Waikīkī.

Dine above Waikīkī at DECK., with Diamond Head views, American Pacific cooking, daily breakfast, and rooftop happy hour at Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel.

Couples planning sunset dinners Early breakfast diners Hawaiian craft beer enthusiasts

Duke’s Waikiki

Honolulu
Famous for: Beachfront dining, fresh fish, Hula Pie, tropical cocktails, and live music celebrating Duke Kahanamoku’s Waikīkī legacy.

Duke's Waikiki pairs beachfront dining at OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort with fresh fish, Hula Pie, live island music, and views toward Diamond…

Beachfront-dining couples Families with children Seafood enthusiasts

et al.

Honolulu
Famous for: Seasonal multi-regional Hawaiʻi cooking, especially short rib loco moco, haupia French toast, and weekend brunch.

et al. at Kahala Mall pairs local Hawaiʻi ingredients with multi-regional cooking, from short rib loco moco to daily pau hana.

Foodies Couples Families with Kids

Fairmont Orchid – Hawaii

Waimea
Famous for: Oceanfront luxury on the Kohala Coast, with Pauoa Bay snorkeling, Brown’s Beach House, and Spa Without Walls.

Explore Fairmont Orchid on Hawaii’s Kohala Coast, with Pauoa Bay snorkeling, oceanfront dining, outdoor spa treatments, and practical visitor tips.

Luxury-seeking couples Snorkeling enthusiasts Golf travelers

Fête

Honolulu
Famous for: James Beard Award-winning chef Robynne Maii’s seasonal New American cooking in a historic Honolulu Chinatown dining room.

Dine at Fête in Honolulu’s Chinatown for Robynne Maii’s seasonal cooking, creative cocktails, and house-made ice cream in a historic brick dining…

Culinary travelers Chinatown explorers Date-night diners

Heavenly Island Lifestyle Waikiki

Honolulu
Famous for: Health-conscious Hawaiian comfort food, local loco moco, eggs Benedict, and açaí bowls in central Waikiki.

Visit Heavenly Island Lifestyle Waikiki for local loco moco, açaí bowls, and open-air dining on Seaside Avenue, with practical brunch and transit…

Brunch enthusiasts Health-conscious diners Mixed-diet groups

Hula Grill Waikiki

Honolulu
Famous for: Elevated Waikīkī beachfront dining with local fish, tropical cocktails, Diamond Head views, and signature Hula Pie.

Dine above Waikīkī Beach at Hula Grill Waikiki, with local fish, daily breakfast, Hula Pie, and Diamond Head views from the OUTRIGGER…

Seafood-loving couples Families with children Oceanfront breakfast seekers

Kaaloa’s Super J’s

Captain Cook
Famous for: Slow-cooked laulau and family-made Hawaiian plate lunches in South Kona coffee country.

Family-run South Kona lunch stop in Captain Cook, famed for slow-cooked laulau, kalua pork, squid luau, and local-style plates.

Foodies Culture Seekers Families

Keoki’s Paradise

Koloa
Famous for: Open-air tropical garden dining, island seafood, live hula and macadamia-nut Hula Pie on Kauai’s south shore.

Keoki's Paradise in Poipu pairs fresh island fish, Hula Pie and tropical open-air dining with live hula near Kiahuna Beach on Kauai's…

Seafood-loving couples Families with children Tropical cocktail enthusiasts

Merriman’s Big Island

Waimea
Famous for: Peter Merriman’s original restaurant, pioneering Hawaii Regional Cuisine with locally sourced seafood, produce, and ranch ingredients.

Dine at Merriman’s original Waimea restaurant, opened in 1988, for Hawaii Regional Cuisine, signature seafood, and an elegant upcountry dining room.

Hawaii Regional Cuisine enthusiasts Special-occasion couples Seafood lovers

Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman – Wailea, Maui

Kihei
Famous for: Peter Merriman’s casual Maui restaurant pairs island ingredients and wood-fired pizzas with its signature lilikoi-foam mai tai.

Visit Monkeypod Kitchen in Wailea for lilikoi-foam mai tais, wood-fired pizzas, and local fish, with practical advice on reservations and getting there.

Craft cocktail enthusiasts Local seafood lovers Families sharing pizzas

Royal Hawaiian Center

Honolulu
Famous for: Luxury shopping, Hawaiian cultural performances, and varied dining surrounding The Royal Grove in central Waikīkī.

Explore Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikīkī for luxury shopping, Pā‘ina Lanai dining, Hawaiian cultural activities, and free entry on Kalākaua Avenue.

Luxury shoppers Hawaiian culture enthusiasts Food-court diners

Scratch Kitchen Ward

Honolulu
Famous for: Creative comfort food combining Southern influences, globally inspired small plates, cocktails, and casual Ward Village brunch.

Plan brunch at Scratch Kitchen Ward in Honolulu: $8 smashed potatoes, Cajun mac and cheese, dinner reservations, and South Shore Market shopping.

Brunch enthusiasts Comfort-food fans Families exploring Ward Village

The Original Roy’s in Hawaii Kai

Honolulu
Famous for: Roy Yamaguchi's original Hawaiian fusion restaurant, known for misoyaki butterfish, blackened ahi, and Maunalua Bay views.

Dine at Roy Yamaguchi's 1988 original in Honolulu's Hawaii Kai for misoyaki butterfish, blackened ahi, and Maunalua Bay views. Reserve ahead for…

Hawaiian cuisine enthusiasts Anniversary diners Seafood lovers
Planning guide

Restaurants in Hawaii: plan your visits

Browse restaurants in Hawaii and use the place pages to build a shortlist. Recorded details are a starting point; confirm current information with each venue before booking or traveling.

What to compare before you go

Compare menus, locations and reservation options. Confirm current prices, dietary requirements and cancellation conditions directly with the restaurant.

Areas recorded in the listings

  • Honolulu: Check the listed addresses and travel time from your base when grouping visits in this area.
  • Waimea: Check the listed addresses and travel time from your base when grouping visits in this area.
  • Kihei: Check the listed addresses and travel time from your base when grouping visits in this area.
  • Koloa: Check the listed addresses and travel time from your base when grouping visits in this area.
  • Captain Cook: Check the listed addresses and travel time from your base when grouping visits in this area.

Essential Tips for Travelers

Practical advice on etiquette, timing, and savings for restaurants in Hawaii.

Check reservations

Check the restaurant’s booking policy, available times and cancellation terms for your visit.

Review the current menu

Confirm menu prices, dietary options and allergen information directly with the restaurant.

Check the bill

Ask whether service is included and check current local tipping guidance; this directory does not prescribe a universal percentage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Essential planning questions answered for exploring restaurants in Hawaii.

What are the top restaurants to visit in Hawaii?

The sampled records cover 17 restaurants in Hawaii, with an average recorded rating of 4.5 out of 5 among rated entries. Browse the place pages and check current details with each venue.

Do I need advance reservations or tickets in Hawaii?

Check each venue’s official booking page in Hawaii for ticket requirements, available times and cancellation terms before planning your visit.

What is the best way to get around Hawaii between venues?

Compare the addresses of your chosen venues in Hawaii, then check routes, service times and accessibility with the local transport operator. This directory does not verify transport coverage or journey times.

What payment methods are accepted in Hawaii?

Confirm accepted payment methods and any service charges with each venue in Hawaii. Do not assume card, cash or mobile-wallet acceptance from a directory listing.