Honolulu
Sleek bistro tables are packed elbows-to-shoulders at this arts-district noodle bar, which crafts hot and spicy Asian-fusion bites, knockout artisanal…
Honolulu
Sleek bistro tables are packed elbows-to-shoulders at this arts-district noodle bar, which crafts hot and spicy Asian-fusion bites, knockout artisanal…
Honolulu
A charming locally owned hole-in-the-wall in Pearl City Shopping Center, Sadie's specializes in authentic Korean eats. Mouthwatering choices include loco…
Waikiki
At the luxury Halekulani resort, La Mer is rated by traditionalists as Waikiki’s top fine-dining destination. A neoclassical French menu puts the emphasis…
Waikiki
This contemporary incarnation of Roy Yamaguchi’s island-born chain is perfect for a flirty date or just celebrating the good life. The ground-breaking…
Waikiki
For colonial atmosphere that harks back to early-20th-century tourist traditions, enjoy afternoon tea here. It comes complete with finger sandwiches,…
Waikiki
Overlooking the stylish pool at the Surfjack Hotel, this open-air bistro has a well-imagined casual and comfortable menu of classics, such as burgers,…
Waikiki
Why drive all over Oʻahu looking for favorite local foods when you can get many of them right here. Fittingly owned by the iconic Rainbow Drive-In next…
Honolulu
After a high-profile solo run, maverick chef (and namesake) George Mavrothalassitis has paired up with chef Jeremy Shigekane to continue creating avant…
Waikiki
Step inside this fantastic gourmet deli and bakery for take-away roast pork loin and citrus jicama (yam bean) salad, perfect for a beach picnic. Outside…
Honolulu
The original store of this mini-chain dates to the 1940s – and looks it. The shave ice here is old-style: sliced powder fine, then flavored with an array…
Honolulu
An originator of Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Merriman's serves comfortable fare with island and Asian accents. Dishes are 90% locally sourced. Regular menu…
Honolulu
Seafood yes, but Young's also serves up plenty of locally beloved kalua pork, chicken and beef with the popular plate lunches that it's been dishing up…
Waikiki
Why go to Tokyo for perfect pork tonkatsu when you can enjoy the lightly breaded bits of deep-fried pork goodness right here near Waikiki Beach? The…
Honolulu
One-page and ever-changing, the lunch, dinner and dessert menus reflect the intensely local farm-to-table ethos at Fête, run by a talented couple. The…
Waikiki
Arrive early at this addictive, made-to-order poke shop before it runs out of fresh fish marinated in shōyu (soy sauce), house-smoked tako (octopus),…
Honolulu
If you live for anything fishy in black-bean sauce, this is Honolulu’s gold standard. On the eclectic pan-Chinese menu, regional dishes are served up…
Waikiki
Ride an escalator down to a perfectly authentic Japanese food court. Try to choose between 16 different stalls and restaurants. Your options range from…
Honolulu
A diner for the modern age, the Superette has top quality comfort fare. French toast made with bread from famous local bakeries, chia seed pudding made…
Waikiki
Set on a patch of Astroturf with picnic tables fronting Kuhio Ave, this food truck serves one thing: hot dogs. Choose between a Polish sausage or a veggie…
Waikiki
Shrimp in all forms are the stars at this vibrant blue food truck. The spicy garlic shrimp po' boy is a spicy delight, with succulent little crustaceans…
Honolulu
Sliced beef or ground pork noodles are combined with authentically piquant Sichuan noodles. A range of spices enliven the homemade beef bone soup, which…
Waikiki
While prowling the sanitized climes of the Waikiki Beach Walk, you can pause at a generic chain staple, or you can stop off for excellent Japanese fare…
Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Waikiki
From the mind of one of Hawaii’s top chefs, DK Kodama, this Pacific Rim menu rolls out everything from creatively stylish sushi and sashimi to Dungeness…
Honolulu
This is no-frills family-run Vietnamese at its best. It's a local favorite, so don't be fazed by lines out the door or the lack of decor beyond the…
Honolulu
Honolulu's farmers markets are extraordinary places to browse the island's famed bounty of produce, prepared foods, snacks, craft items and a lot more…
Kailua
The wine is fine, but you're really here for the poke. Tucked into the back of Tamura's Fine Wines & Liquors at the Aikahi Park Shopping Center on…
Waikiki
A winner for Hawaiian-style fresh sushi with rolls and bowls (such as the Spicy Ahi Bowl, made with local ahi), you can't get fresher fish anywhere else…
Mitch’s Fish Market & Sushi Bar
Honolulu
A bare-bones sushi bar near the airport for connoisseurs, who come for the chef’s superbly fresh omakase tasting menu and the rarely seen delicacies…
Waikiki
Wrapping around a glassy commercial building, this farmers market attracts dozens of vendors selling produce, prepared foods, artworks and crafts. Sample…
Honolulu
A real find for lunch Downtown. In an older but sparkling open plaza of a commercial building, they cook up so much plate lunch goodness each day. By 1pm…
Honolulu
Located in the heart of Pearl City, this convenient branch of the well-known java joint is a central spot for a quick caffeine fix, a pastry or a light…
Kailua
Artisan breads, organic fruit and veggies, and filling plate meals, from island-style barbecue to Filipino stew, are sold by vendors in the large parking…
Honolulu
One of the newest additions to SALT at Our Kakaʻako, Moku Kitchen is a Honolulu eatery that perfectly marries the best of both worlds – upcountry farming…
Waikiki
It’s almost impossible to drive by the Leonard’s eye-catching vintage 1950s neon sign without seeing a crowd of tourists. This bakery is famous for its…
Waikiki
Michel's opened in 1962 and little seems to have changed since. The beautiful water view out over a small pocket beach, with the heart of Waikiki glowing…
Waikiki
An upbeat neighborhood izakaya (Japanese pub) upstairs in a tiny open-air mall offers contemporary versions of Japanese bar-food standards. Paper lanterns…
Honolulu
Wandering food trucks gather at the western end of Kewalo Basin. You never know what you'll find, but generally the quality and variety are excellent…
Honolulu
A local favorite since 1950, Liliha is not far northwest of Chinatown. This old-school island bakery and diner causes a neighborhood traffic jam for its…
Shokudo Japanese Restaurant and Bar,
Honolulu
Knock back lychee sake-tinis at this sleek, bright red Japanese restaurant (shokudō means ‘dining room’) that’s always filled to the ceiling (which is the…
Honolulu
Look for the orange sign well off the street at this long-standing izakaya (a casual pub), where staff shout their welcome (‘Irrashaimase!’) as you make…
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