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A photo of Hard Rock Cafe - Honolulu restaurant
1. Hard Rock Cafe - Honolulu
4.5
Awesome(2204)
$$$$
• American • Honolulu
Booked 48 times today
Just steps from the world-famous Waikīkī Beach, Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu combines the laid back spirit of Hawai‘i with signature energy. Come enjoy Hard Rock favorites like our Legendary Smashed Burger, Baby Back Ribs and Crafted Cocktails, all made fresh and served with aloha.Surrounded by authentic music memorabilia and the vibrant sights of Honolulu, the cafe is a perfect stop after a day on the beach or exploring landmarks like Diamond Head, Ala Moana Center, and the Honolulu Zoo. Whether you’re here to enjoy live music, sip tropical cocktails, or savor classic American cuisine with island flair, Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu sets the stage for unforgettable dining in paradise.
A photo of Kani Ka Pila Grille at OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort restaurant
2. Kani Ka Pila Grille at OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort
4.6
Exceptional(772)
$$$$
• American • Waikiki
Booked 28 times today
Honolulu’s top restaurant venue for Hawaiian music located at OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort is one of the island’s favorite gathering places for casual drinks and tasty pupu appetizers, from kalua pork nachos to ahi poke. Kani Ka Pila means “a gathering around music,” and you’ll find Hawaii’s most beloved musicians performing contemporary and traditional Hawaiian music nightly from 6pm to 9pm.
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3. House Without a Key
new
4.3
Awesome(56)
$$$$
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki
Booked 169 times today
Renowned as the local gathering spot, with the backdrop of our over-century-old Kiawe Tree, nightly Hawaiian music, and a hula dancer, House Without A Key remains the ultimate place to enjoy sunset cocktails with our signature Mai Tais and other delectable favorites. Our iconic poolside restaurant offers all-day dining featuring “local”- style comfort food from various cultures – just like Hawaii, with its diverse ethnicities and experiences.Our viewing kitchen features dishes prepared using various grilling techniques and a reimagined, health-conscious menu emphasizing locally produced products, fresh island fish selections, and freshly baked flatbreads made in the rotary brick oven, created in Italy exclusively for Halekulani. Lunch: carving station, brick-oven pizza, and local favorites, including fresh seafood, steaks, and burgers. We suggest one of our select wines by the glass, carefully curated for House Without A Key to enhance your dining experience.
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4. Moku Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(3947)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Honolulu
Booked 62 times today
A full service restaurant Located in the heart of the Kaka'ako art district. Moku Kitchen is a chef-driven concept that brings Hawaii's rich upcountry farming and ranching heritage to downtown Honolulu's urban lifestyle. Our award winning cocktail program is ever-evolving, highlighted by the Monkeypod Mai Tai. We offer a wide variety of local craft beer and wines from small independent producers. Please go to mokukitchen.com for up to date menus and our daily live music calendar.
A photo of Monkeypod Kitchen - Ko Olina restaurant
5. Monkeypod Kitchen - Ko Olina
4.6
Exceptional(7855)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Kapolei
Booked 168 times today
Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman is a place where foodies, beer lovers, and families escape the stresses of their day to day lives by enjoying an ice cold beer and a great meal while surrounded by people who consider them honored guests and friends. Our restaurants are founded upon a passion for craft and we are dedicated to mastering the craft of food, drink, and merrymaking…with Aloha! Our menu features fresh island fish, hand tossed pizzas from our kiawe wood burning oven, and homemade pies made from scratch. Thirty-six craft beers served at twenty-nine degrees are on tap, representing the coldest beer and best selection of microbrews on the island. Our culinary cocktails feature unique ingredients such as acai spirit, coconut water, and Kula lavender. Our passion for craft also extends to our diverse wine list, which emphasizes sustainability, drinkability and fun.
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6. Merriman's Honolulu
4.7
Exceptional(5197)
$$$$
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu
Booked 138 times today
A pioneer of the “Farm to Table” movement in Hawaii, Peter Merriman brings Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Ward Village in Honolulu. Reflecting Peter’s personal style, the restaurant combines the feel of a neighborhood bistro with hints of old Hawaii. Lively, urbane, and whimsical, Merriman’s Honolulu is not just for special occasions. It’s an everyday place for those who appreciate great food and warm, friendly service!​Awards:- Honolulu Magazine, Best Oahu Restaurant, Gold- Honolulu Magazine, Best New Restaurant, Silver- Honolulu Magazine, Best Wine Program, Silver- Wine Enthusiast, 100 Best Wine Restaurants 2019- Hawaii Magazine, Best Farm to Table Restaurant-Hale Aina Award: Best Restaurant, Gold 2022All available reservations time slots are on OpenTable, we do accept walk-ins daily. Please arrive on time as we don't hold reserved tables for more than 15 min.Gift Cardshttps://merrimanshawaii.cardfoundry.com/giftcards.php
A photo of Mahi ‘ai Table restaurant
7. Mahi ‘ai Table
4.7
Exceptional(947)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Kapolei
Booked 20 times today
Mahi'ai Table, Foodland's first full service farm-to-table restaurant.
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8. Gaslamp
4.7
Exceptional(318)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Kailua
Booked 14 times today
"Swanky jazz lounge and steakhouse specializing in craft cocktails, Japanese wagyu beef, and global seafood offerings all while providing an entertainment driven atmosphere with the likes of fire dancing and live local jazz music"
A photo of Hy's Steak House - Waikiki restaurant
9. Hy's Steak House - Waikiki
4.7
Exceptional(7842)
$$$$
• Steak • Waikiki
Booked 75 times today
Marking 50 years this November, Hy's Steak House has been one of Honolulu's most celebrated fine-dining destinations — the place where locals & travelers come to toast life's most memorable moments. Known for Signature Tableside Service, including Caesar Salad, and Flambéed desserts, our Guest Favorites Beef Wellington, and Escargot, Hy's offers a culinary experience found nowhere else in Hawaii. Our menu features USDA Prime Steaks, Fresh Island Seafood, and an Award-Winning Wine Selection.COMPLIMENTARY VALET PARKINGDINNER SERVED NIGHTLYMonday – Thursday · 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM Last SeatingFriday – Sunday · 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM Last SeatingHAPPY HOUR NIGHTLYExclusively Available in Our Bar & Lounge · 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Last SeatingLIVE MUSICWednesday – Sunday from 6:30 PM – 10 PMPrivate Dining Room is Available for Special Events. Island Formal Attire. Reserve Your Evening at Hy's Tonight!
A photo of STRIPSTEAK Waikiki restaurant
10. STRIPSTEAK Waikiki
4.7
Exceptional(2014)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Waikiki
Booked 10 times today
STRIPSTEAK combines the vibrant flavors of a modern American steakhouse with a unique Asian influence, creating an unparalleled dining experience in the heart of Waikiki. Perched on the Grand Lanai of the International Market Place, guests enjoy a seasonally inspired menu featuring locally sourced ingredients, signature sides, and expertly crafted dishes by Chef Michael Mina, featuring all-natural Prime Certified Angus beef, American Wagyu beef and Japanese A5 Wagyu beef. Other signature offerings include “Instant Bacon” with Kurobuta pork belly, Seafood Platters, with king crab, lobster, oysters, and more. Not to be missed is Chef Mina's unique Triple Seared Japanese A5 wagyu served with yuzu kosho, ponzu and wasabi.

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  • Paul
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent service and food! Highly recommended for a great meal and ambience.
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    Merriman's Honolulu$$$$• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Honolulu
    •
    4.7
  • BrittanyGold
    Northwest Florida •36 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Service and food were EXCELLENT!! Booked this reservation the night of and was so impressed! We luckily got to sit at table 97 and the views were phenomenal! The live music and hula dancing were a very nice touch and a perfect noise level! Definitely adding House Without a Key to my favorites list!
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    House Without a Key$$$$• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Waikiki
    •
    4.3
  • JohnGold
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •130 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We have visited the Monkeypod from CA every year since 2012 to celebrate our anniversary (our very first server was Karina and we were able to see her again this evening!! It was great seeing her and catching up… she’s wonderful!!) We met Mgr Bri several years ago…. as we were checking in, she came up to us, gave us a big hug, and took us to our table. We had a great time catching up!!! We love seeing her!! She’s always so friendly, personable, kind, professional, and always smiling!! She always makes us feel like family… We got the same server we had last year, Blaze. Once again, he was very professional, personable, friendly and always checked on us. Appreciated!!! We can’t wait to return next year!!!!
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    Monkeypod Kitchen - Ko Olina$$$$• Contemporary American• Kapolei
    •
    4.6
  • RonGold
    Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Great food and great entertainment from Ei Nei.
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    Kani Ka Pila Grille at OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort$$$$• American• Waikiki
    •
    4.6
  • MarieGold
    San Diego •59 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Perfection Service spot on, localicious salad very fresh. Entrees fun and delicious. Can’t find any complaints.
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    Hula Grill - Waikiki$$$$• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Waikiki
    •
    4.6

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