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 The avenue to a man's heart |
1145C, 12th Avenue Honolulu, HI 96816 United States +1 808 732 9469 http://www.12thavegrill.com/ |
From the staple macaroni and cheese to the local smoked ahi, the 12 Ave Grill serves some of the best contemporary cuisine in these parts. The exotic wild salmon that run only a couple of weeks in a calender year are shipped in from Alaska and this is a fair indication of how seriously the Chef takes his creations. The beer and wine selection would suffice for even the most discerning of clientèle. The bistro also serves a dessert 'Cake of the Day' that's on display at the oak bar, and the dining area is tastefully done up in wooden booths. The noir-et-blanc photographs on the walls add a nice aesthetic touch to a fine dining experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gourmet fusion by the sea |
92-1001 Olani Street (in the Ihilani Hotel) Honolulu, HI 96707 United States +1 808 679 0079 |
Located in the splendid Ihilani Hotel in western O'ahu, this sophisticated restaurant offers a menu that can please even the most jaded gourmand. Fresh exotic seafood, local produce and prime cuts of meat are prepared with just the right combination of Pacific Rim artistry and Continental decadence. The result is a symphony for the tastebuds. Start with an appetizer such as the Azul Antipasti ($14.75), a platter showcasing the seasons finest vegetables. Move on to an entree such as the Saltimbocca of Island Onaga ($35). Review © 2007, Wcities |
 As fresh as it gets |
2301 Kalakaua Avenue (Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, Third floor) Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 971 8833 |
At this seafood restaurant, patrons are invited to select their own crab, lobster, prawns and fish from the saltwater tanks. In addition to seafood, the restaurant serves a full menu of Chinese specialties. A signature item is the Tangerine and Chile Beef. Mauve carpet, Chinese silkscreen prints, and potted plants add to the soothing ambiance. While there are fish tanks throughout the restaurant, only the front ones hold the evening meal. Dim sum is served at lunch. Reservations are recommended for lunch and dinner. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Shrimp and more shrimp |
1450 Ala Moana Boulevard (Ala Moana Shopping Center) Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 949 4867 |
The fast-growing restaurant chain inspired by Forrest Gump has a busy location at Ala Moana Center. It serves shrimp in more than a dozen styles, including fried, boiled and Cajun. You can also get good crab legs, ribs and burgers. Prices range from $10-25, and portions are generous. Beer and a limited wine selection are available. The atmosphere is casual and the cooking is "down home", just the way Forrest and Bubba like it. All in all, the place is quite fun. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top 10 Dining in Casual Setting |
66, Queen Street Honolulu, HI 96813 United States +1 808 545 8100 http://www.cassishonolulu.com/ |
George Mavrothalassitis, chef and owner of one of the top 10 restaurants in the world, opened Cassis by Chef Mavro so that everyone could enjoy his world-class cuisine in a casual setting. His new restaurant, overlooking Honolulu Harbor and decorated with mahogany woods and teal walls, invites the casual diner to enjoy French and Island fusion cuisine. Wines are carefully chosen to be paired with each dish. Appetizers range from shellfish to socca, chickpea flatbread served with various dips, and entrees range from duck breast to steak frites. Friendly service, delicious food and tasty drinks makes this restaurant an experience not to be missed. -Kim Fujiwara Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Island-style cooking |
1 Aloha Tower Dr (Aloha Tower Marketplace) Honolulu, HI 96813 United States +1 808 585 0011 http://www.chaisislandbistro.com/ |
Fresh seafood and produce are prepared with Pacific Rim flair at this waterfront gem located at Aloha Tower Marketplace. The Asian-style Osso Bucco with Kabocha Pumpkin is truly a culinary work of fusion art. You will not go wrong with the Bistro Bouillabaisse, the house specialty. For an appetizer, try the Kataifi and Macadamia Nut Encrusted Jumbo Black Tiger Prawns. As day turns into evening, some of the most famous names in Hawaiian music set up a tiny stage on the restaurant courtyard. The haunting harmonies of their voices float away into the Hawaiian dusk, bringing a feeling of peace to anyone lucky enough to be here for it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Legendary restaurant |
1755 Ala Moana Blvd Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 941 6660 http://www.charthousehonolulu.... |
For several years, this restaurant (not affiliated with the chain) has served some of the best steak and seafood in the islands. The laid back atmosphere (what would you expect from a place owned by a legendary surfer) remains a consistent favorite for tourists and residents alike. Patrons drink and dine overlooking the Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor, gazing at the sunset beyond the waving masts. Nightly entertainment ranges from Hawaiian singer-songwriters to small jazz combos. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Crab, lobster and fresh fish |
2299 Kuhio Avenue Oahu Honolulu, HI 96815-2632 United States +1 808 923 8383 |
A wide array of exotic gourmet seafood is served here. Specialties include braised whole abalone and shark's fin soup. The six-page menu lists at least three different preparations of whole lobster or crab, as well as several combination dishes that feature them. Best of all, the prices are quite reasonable for seafood, ranging from $20 to $50 for the abalone, which is the most expensive item. There is a full bar. The decor is pleasant, pretty and upscale, with low ceilings and gleaming wood surfaces. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cozy informal seafood restaurant |
1050 Ala Moana Boulevard Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 596 7944 |
Restaurants such as this one fill the gap between gourmet rooms and cheap eats. Offering tasty seafood dishes at low prices, the eatery appeals to tourists, mall workers and families. Appetizers range from hush puppies to crab won ton, while nearly a dozen seafood salads are served. On the heavier side, the menu offers a variety of fried seafood including fried clams and calamari. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Downtown waterfront |
1 Aloha Tower Dr (Aloha Tower Marketplace) Honolulu, HI 96813 United States +1 808 528 0807 http://www.donho.com/grill/gri... |
Named after Honolulu's favorite musical son, Don Ho, this is a casual and inexpensive place that sees its share of surfer dudes. Located at Aloha Tower Marketplace, the menu features such items as Hawaiian-Style Chicken Salad. The Tiny Bubbles Bar pours cold beers and fruity cocktails. The service is as bubbly as the beverages. Weekend nights, the place turns into an afterhours club. Bands and DJs are presented, and the younger crowd (18+ on Saturdays) is out in full force. Don't expect to see Mr. Ho here, though. He hangs out in Waikiki. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Waikiki bar and grill |
2335 Kalakaua Avenue (Outrigger Waikiki Hotel) Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 922 2268 http://www.dukeswaikiki.com/ |
The biggest reason everyone gathers at this beachfront restaurant is the music and the patio sunsets. The sound is "Contemporary Hawaiian" and appeals to a youngish demographic. Groups that often play here are Kapena, Makana and Lilikoi Sisters (Friday through Sunday evenings). The food includes fresh fish, burgers and a tasty club sandwich. The atmosphere offers a great beach setting with traditional Hawaiian friendliness. There is a breakfast buffet (USD9.95) and lunch buffet (USD10.50). The adjoining bar is a good place to have a drink before heading back to the beach. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood buffet, dim sum |
98-150 Kaonohi Street Honolulu, HI 96701 United States +1 808 486 8882 |
A head-spinning variety of obscure seafood dim sum is offered at this restaurant. A buffet is also served, featuring poultry dishes and salads in addition to seafood specialties. Dim sum starts at $2, and includes such choices as Steamed Black Bean Pork Bun and Water Chestnut Cake. Prices are low: The dinner buffet is only $12.99 on weekdays and $16.99 on weekends, when it features crab legs. The service is pleasant and helpful. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Downtown seafood place |
1009 Ala Moana Boulevard Honolulu, HI 96814-4908 United States +1 808 538 3808 |
Friendly service, large portions and dependably fresh fish makes this restaurant a worthwhile choice. It's located near downtown Honolulu, in a location that's off the beaten tourist path. It features funky nautical decor and a view of Kewalo Basin. In the course of its long history, the restaurant has become a favorite of residents, particularly the corporate crowd. If you're into Karaoke, you can sing your heart out every Friday and Saturday evening. The festivities go on until the last crooner bites the dust. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Light on Pocket |
1145 Maunakea Street Honolulu, HI 96817 United States +1 808 533 0606 |
While the food served here is pretty heavy on spice, it's not as heavy on your pocket. It's a small eatery with only four tables that makes the place quite intimate and a casual place to hang out. Great food priced relatively cheap. The food has more of Chinese and Singaporean influence. Noodles and seafood and even fresh vegetables it's all so spicy and cooked to perfection to give you just the right texture and taste. This small cafe is frequented by many people and boasts of rave reviews and accolades from many visitors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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BBQ Heaven |
1221 Kapiolani Blvd., nos. 105 Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 589 2989 http://gyu-kaku.com |
'Horn of the bull' is Japan's favourite yakiniku restaurant, which has recently opened an outlet Hawaii. The main fare is charcoal Japanese BBQ. This place has taken yakiniku to a new level by combining state-of-the-art charcoal roaster systems with a bountiful menu. The menu is made up of meats, seafood, poultry and vegetables as well as delicious Japanese drinks and desserts. Check out the Black Pepper Shrimp and Black Pepper Calamari. Don't miss the happy hour where Kirin beer is sold for 99 cents. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pig out |
66-011, Kamehameha Highway Honolulu, HI 96712 United States +1 808 637 8005 http://www.haleiwajoes.com/ |
Of the two restaurants in Haleiwa that hug the coastline, Haleiwa Joe's is one. The decor is modern Poleynesian, but the food is largely traditional Hawaiian with fresh catch. They also serve up a pretty mean stake, as also delectable sashimi. The must try at Haleiwa Joe's is the luau lumpia (Kahlua pig, pineapple, sweet Thai sauce), black & blue ahi (seared Ahi with wasabi-ranch sauce) and the paradise pupu platter (sushi, ceviche, luau lumpia and sticky ribs). It's not just the names that are a mouthful! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The power of 3 |
500, Ala Moana Boulevard in Restaurant Row Honolulu, HI 96813 United States +1 808 533 4476 http://www.restauranteur.com/h... |
Hiroshi Fukui (master chef), Chuck Furuya (master sommelier) and D.K. Kodama (chef and restaurateur) have come together to create one of Hawaii's, if not the most hippest place to dine at in Oahu. The cuisine is a fusion of Japanese and European to create eclectic dishes that are an experience in themselves. The melt in your mouth crabs, scallop and seafood tapas are specially sought after as are the fusion meat preparations. The wine pairing deserve a mention, with up to 20 wines that one can order by the glass. If you've never tried fusion and didn't know where to start, this would be your best bet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic Chinese cooking |
1 Aloha Tower Dr (Downtown Waterfront) Honolulu, HI 96813 United States +1 808 566 9989 |
Authentic Cantonese cooking is this restaurant's specialty, but cuisine from several other regions of China is also offered. Located in the lively Aloha Tower Marketplace on the waterfront, the restaurant is particularly known for its fresh seafood specialties. Prices are moderate. You can dine in comfort and style in the exotic, elaborately decorated dining area. The harbor views are teriffic (as is expected, given the restaurant's name)! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood and pasta |
2169 Kalia Road (Outrigger Reef on the Beach) Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 924 6000 |
Set in a beautiful tropical garden, this place specializes in fresh fish and pasta dishes. However, you may opt for a USDA Choice steak or a generous cut of prime rib, slow roasted in a custom-built oven. The pasta dishes are great, and the prices start out on the very affordable end. On the high end is the special Seafood Puttanesca, which is filled with crab, shrimp and fish. Families are welcome at this eatery. The dining area overlooks Waikiki Beach. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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North Shore eatery |
62-540 Kamehameha Highway Honolulu, HI 96712 United States +1 808 637 6272 http://www.restauranteur.com/j... |
A tradition on Oahu's North Shore, this busy restaurant boasts beautiful sunset views overlooking the Haleiwa harbor. Stop by for a drink or dine either indoors or on the terrace. Besides fresh local fish like mahi mahi, opakapaka and ono, the restaurant makes a mean Boston Clam Chowder and a popular Grilled Crab and Shrimp Sandwich. There is free parking. Reservations are essential. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant seafood |
43 Ahui Street Honolulu, HI 96813 United States +1 808 523 0955 |
Many people consider this award-winning seafood restaurant to be among the top 10 dining establishments in Hawai'i. Named after a romantic 18th-century sea captain who was married to Hawaii's last princess, this renowned restaurant serves delectable seafood in a dramatic, elegant setting. Favorite shellfish specialties include the Maine lobster and the Tiger Prawns. A half-dozen varieties of fresh local fish are available every day. The wine list is second to none in Honolulu. A good bottle of wine starts at $35. On Friday nights, sophisticated scenesters might want to check out the brand new after-hours club (ages 23+). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great seafood |
2201 Kalakaua Ave (Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center) Honolulu, HI 96915 United States +1 808 922 6868 |
As the name implies, lobster and crab are mainstays of this establishment, and both are fresh as can be. There is a great selection of French and California wines. Sit in the dining room or choose between the indoor and outdoor patio areas. There is a spectacular 800-gallon fish tank which you can observe while waiting for your meal. You'll pay top-dollar to dine here, but the food, surroundings and service are worth the price. The restaurant is located in the elegant and enormous Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine French cuisine |
2199 Kalia Road Halekulani Hotel Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 923 2311 / +1 800 367 2343 http://www.halekulani.com/ |
This fine restaurant is located in the elegant Halekulani Hotel in Waikiki. Both the hotel and the restaurant are Honolulu recipients of high ratings from a number of sources. The lovely, classy establishment has been the recipient of award after award for its cuisine, presentation and elegant ambiance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stripped to the bone |
Ala Moana Shopping Center Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 949 1300 http://www.mortons.com/website... |
The winner of many awards, Morton's Steak house claims it's the 'Best steak anywhere'. So if you're in this part of the world head on over and hold them to their claim! The dinner menu reads like a roster of popular dishes like Domestic Double Rib Lamb Chops, Colossal Shrimp Alexander, New York Strip Steak Au Poivre, Porterhouse Steak and much more. The lunch menu has daily specials, so if you're a fan of Chicago Style Pepper Steak then visit on a Monday; for Nantucket Seafood Shell, come on Friday. Not forgetting that fun is the corner stone of everything in life, the owners have created the 'Martini Night' a nightly affair where Martini's cost $5 and are served from 5p-7p - complimentary Filet Mignon sandwiches are also served. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Japanese food and karaoke |
2301 Kalakaua Avenue (Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, Third Floor) Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 923 7288 |
Located inside the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, this restaurant offers a hearty version of Japanese cuisine. Choose your own live catch from the seawater or try the 10-course dinner for a taste of Naniwa-Ya's best. A robata counter features charcoal-grilled items. The interior of the restaurant is decorated in a typical "East-meets-West" style: wood paneling, lantern lighting and Asian artwork. The lounge area has karaoke, which is always fun after a night of sake and sushi. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Under the ocean view |
2490 Kalakaua Avenue (Pacific Beach Hotel) Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 921 6112 |
This is one of two Pacific Beach Hotel restaurants to feature a view of the Oceanarium, a spectacular three-story aquarium. It is a mesmerizing sight. The menu offers a stunning array of seafood dishes. The chef recommends Pan Fried Big Island Moi (accompanied by baby spinach drizzled in shiso butter, $29.50) and, for meat eaters, the Slow Cooked Beef Short Ribs (served with garlic mashed potatos and friccasee of island mushrooms, $24). The varied wine list perfectly complements the creative menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood served with elegance |
2070 Kalakaua Avenue Waikiki Gateway Hotel Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 955 6333 |
Both Gourmet and Honolulu Magazine have given this seafood restaurant awards over the past couple of years. When you dine here, you will understand why. The fish is incredibly fresh, and the seafood selection ranges from local favorites such as Mahi-Mahi and Ono to live Maine Lobster and Dungeness crab. If you're in the mood for a seafood salad, this place offers a fantastic one. A vast and varied wine list offers a myriad of choices to complement each dish. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Undersea views |
2490 Kalakaua Avenue Pacific Beach Hotel Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 921 6111 http://www.pacificbeachhotel.c... |
Located in the Pacific Beach Hotel, 26 feet below the surface of the ocean, this restaurant has a view like no other. It features a 280,000-gallon, three-story aquarium with acrylic windows that are four to seven inches thick. While dining you will see everything from Hawaiian stingrays to the state fish, the Humuhumunukunukuapua'a. The fish are fed six times a day by scuba divers. The menu features high-quality American fare. There is a nightly dinner buffet as well as a Sunday brunch buffet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale dining in Waikiki |
2199 Kalia Road Halekulani Hotel Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 923 2311 / +1 800 367 2343 (Toll Free) http://www.halekulani.com/dini... |
This eatery is located in one of the finest hotels in Waikiki, Halekulani Hotel. It is a treat for the eyes and the palate. It has earned an impressive amount of awards throughout the years. Delicious cuisine is served in an outdoor garden setting a few footsteps from the beach. Executive Chef de Cuisine Jean-Pierre Maharibatcha supervises every detail in the evening, even showing up at diners' tables to enquire after their satisfaction. The island-inspired sauces he has created for the seafood menu are wonderful. All of the fish is fresh. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Something for everyone |
2201 Kalakaua Avenue, Bldg B, 1st Floor, B108 Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 926 2000 http://www.royalhawaiianshoppi... |
Located on the first floor of the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, this stylish restaurant serves upscale American cuisine. The menu features a substantial selection of steaks, seafood and pasta dishes. A nice assortment of fresh salads will please the veggie contingent. The lovely outdoor dining terrace exemplifies the Hawaiian milieu. Picnic-style tables shaded by umbrellas are interspersed with lush tropical plants and flowers on a tiled patio. During the evening, tiki torches add a glow. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary decor, diverse menu |
1450 Ala Moana Boulevard (Garage Level, Ala Moana Center) Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 951 6300 |
This restaurant features an extensive menu that is equally divided between Japanese and Chinese fare. You can choose between several dozen entrees including noodle dishes, sizzling platters, cold items and stir-fries. Seafood specialties include Scallop Soup and Oysters with Green Onions and Ginger. While seafood is the specialty, it is easy to find a poultry, meat or vegetarian dish. The decor is pleasant if unremarkable. The restaurant is pristine and spacious, with polished black furniture and a dark gray carpet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great surf and turf |
2233 Kalakaua Avenue Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center (Orchid Court) Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 922 6688 |
If you are shopping at the lovely Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center in Waikiki and desire a fine meal, this restaurant can accommodate you in style. Select your shellfish entree of choice from a large tank in the entrance area. If high-quality meat tempts your palate, you can't do much better than the Mid-western beef served here. The seafood-steak specials offer diners the best of both worlds. Prices are high, but the quality and service are excellent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood and beer |
580 North Nimitz Highway Honolulu, HI 96817 United States +1 808 545 7979 http://www.samchoy.com/ |
Ebullient "Never Trust a Skinny Chef" Sam Choy has done it again. Considerably more laid-back than his Diamond Head restaurant, this booming, 380-seat eatery in the industrial Iwilei area of downtown Honolulu serves up generous portions of fresh fish and shellfish (choose your own from enormous tanks), upscale local foods and great beer brewed on the premises. Try the light Bruddah's Cream Ale, the lusty, chocolaty Bumbucha Stout or a sampler of all five varieties. Breakfast will run less than $10 a person; lunch $18; and, dinner about $45. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great seafood place |
2424 Kalakaua Avenue Hyatt Regency Waikiki Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 971 1818 http://www.hyattwaikiki.com |
Located in the plush Hyatt Regency Waikiki, this large, airy place is split into several rooms. The street-level entrance actually is a staircase descending one level below the sidewalk. This is an affordable Chinese restaurant with more than 100 seafood dishes on the menu. Prices range from the inexpensive nightly specials to medium-high. The most expensive items are the Maine Lobster and Dungeness crab, but they're also the best. There is a full bar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual Waikiki eatery |
2556 Kuhio Avenue Honolulu, HI 96815-2633 United States +1 808 922 8227 |
This casual Waikiki restaurant offers a rock-bottom-priced steak and seafood combo. You can choose two seafood and shellfish items and match them with a New York Steak. Mahi-Mahi, Lobster Tail, Jumbo Fried Shrimp, and Crab Legs are always available. The quality is not the best, but you can't beat the price. Breakfasts are hearty and inexpensive. Oahu tourist guides have coupons for discounts on meals here. Sometimes you can find a coupon for a free shrimp cocktail. Take advantage, it's one of the best on the island. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine dining in Waikiki |
2365 Kalakaua Avenue (Sheraton Moana Surfrider Hotel) Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 782 9488 |
Located in the classically elegant Moana Surfrider Hotel, this is an award-winning gourmet Waikiki dining option. The use of teak and rare Hawaiian Koa wood in the decor is dramatic and original. The menu features steak and seafood prepared with Pacific Rim influences. Many knowlegeable diners in Honolulu think this place has one of the best culinary presentations in town. The hours and days of operation are limited, but during off-days, the doors will open for private parties. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Grill it yourself |
2169 Kalia Road Outrigger Reef Hotel Honolulu, HI 96815-1989 United States +1 808 922 2887 |
You are the chef at this eatery. You can pick and poke at steak, ribs, chicken and fresh fish as it all sizzles on your own personal grill. If you'd rather not be your own chef, the restaurant can prepare food for you in the kitchen. This place has been a family favorite for more than 20 years. The salad bar is one of Waikiki's finest, and prices are very reasonable. The dining area features that not-quite-inside, not-quite outside architecture that is so common in balmy Hawaii. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top staff, food, wine |
500 Ala Moana Boulevard, Suite 1A Honolulu, HI 96813 United States +1 808 521 4409 |
Offering a central location, a highly professional staff, a fabulous menu and a pleasant upscale atmosphere, this restaurant is a favorite of discerning diners from around the globe. It has been written up in national and local publications and wins the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence every year. The menu focuses on kiawe-grilled meat and fish and boasts a mouthwatering dessert selection. This is a great place for dates, nights out on the town, or any other occasion to remember. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh sushi and seafood |
2443 Kuhio Avenue Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 922 2042 |
Chef Hideo Mitsui has more than twenty years experience in Japanese cuisine, and sushi is one of his specialties. All traditional sushi is available (tuna roll, California roll, etc.) along with several house specialties. Try one of the sushi combination specials for a sampling of the restaurant's best. A la carte items average $9. The restaurant is simply decorated. Sit inside or outside. The service is very friendly, though non-Japanese speakers may find some of the servers difficult to understand. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic American in Waikiki |
2424 Kalakaua Avenue (Hyatt Regency Waikiki) Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 923 1234 |
The menu at this pleasant, upscale restaurant features steaks, chicken and fresh seafood, all nicely grilled. For the full culinary experience, get the Colony Hukilau, which consists of lobster tail, steak, cockles, prawns and a variety of other morsels ($28 per person). The restaurant is only open four hours a day and it's quite popular, so reservations are highly recommended. The service here is good, and the lounge-style ambiance is tropical-swank. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Royal Hawaiian dining room |
2259 Kalakaua Avenue (Royal Hawaiian Hotel) Honolulu, HI 96814 United States +1 808 931 7194 |
Set in the magnificent old Royal Hawaiian Hotel, this restaurant offers fine dining alongside the strip of white sand that made Waikiki Beach famous the world over. The outstanding Friday night seafood buffet has been going on almost as long as the Royal Hawaiian has been open: 70-plus years. There is also an extensive a la carte menu. Daily breakfast and lunch service also offer a choice between buffet or a la carte dining. Another long-standing feature of this establishment is its Sunday champagne brunch. Reserve in advance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unbeatable view, reasonable prices |
2040 Kuhio Avenue Honolulu, HI 96815 United States +1 808 923 3877 http://www.ambassadorwaikiki.com/ |
Enjoy panoramic views of Honolulu from a unique vantage point. This is Honolulu's one and only revolving restaurant, and if you don't get motion sick, you should definitely check it out. The entire dining area features large windows, the better to showcase the 360-degree views of Honolulu. Prices are surprisingly reasonable, especially if you dine early. The Pacific Rim-inspired menu features local seafood. There are plenty of cost-cutting options, including a nightly Early Bird Special from 5p-6p and a steak and lobster special—only $19.95. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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