Must-see restaurants in Oʻahu

  • Uncle's Fish Market & Grill

    Honolulu

    Part of the Pier 38 complex, Uncle's serves fabulously fresh seafood. It's known for its Uncle's Original Poke Tower – sushi rice layered with fresh ahi …

  • Mariposa

    Honolulu

    This attractive and airy bistro, on the 3rd floor of the Nieman Marcus department store at the Ala Moana Shopping Center, features a fusion of American…

  • Cafe Maharani

    Honolulu

    Considered by locals as serving up the best Indian cuisine on the island, this lovely spot on S King St is small and intimate with an authentic atmosphere…

  • Cream Pot

    Waikiki

    The breakfast and lunch restaurant at the Hawaiian Monarch Hotel on the canal is finding itself inundated with nonguests who turn up for the delicious…

  • Kono's Northshore

    Waikiki

    In a case of the country coming to town, Kono's on Kapahulu is a city outpost for the popular North Shore–based purveyor of 12-hour slow-roasted kalua…

  • Foodland Farms Ala Moana

    Honolulu

    This state-of-the-art supermarket is street level in the new Ewa wing at the Ala Moana Shopping Center. There's everything you'd expect here, plus a…

  • Food Company

    Kailua

    One side of this catering company’s cafe (the ‘original’) serves upscale versions of plate lunches, including luau-like Hawaiian specialties on Friday…

  • Side Street Inn Kapahulu

    Waikiki

    This is a Hawaiian-style sports bar with meal portions so huge that virtually everyone walks out with a bag containing what they couldn't eat. The good…

  • Moena Cafe

    Oʻahu

    Farm-fresh salads, grilled panini and all-day breakfasts of crepes, crab eggs Benedict and short-rib loco moco (rice, fried egg and meat topped with gravy…

  • 53 By The Sea

    Honolulu

    The views here are superb, looking east past Waikiki to Diamond Head. Yet, despite the beauty arrayed in front of diners, many can't take their eyes off…

  • Kaimana Farm Cafe

    Waikiki

    Food fresh right off the farm is the ethos at this creative and healthy cafe. Most dishes are vegetarian (although the pork-belly Benedict is a winner)…

  • Serg's Mexican Kitchen

    Honolulu

    This former gas station has been transformed into a cheery local hangout. Where the pumps stood are now a dozen shady outdoor tables. At the south end of…

  • Eggs 'n' Things

    Waikiki

    This bustling diner dishes straight-up comfort food: banana macadamia-nut pancakes with tropical syrups (guava, honey or coconut), sugary crepes topped…

  • Marugame Udon

    Honolulu

    Different to Marugame's other location in Waikiki, which caters mainly for tourists, the Downtown store has a different menu, catering to local tastes…

  • ʻUmeke Market

    Honolulu

    Fresh, organic island produce, natural-foods groceries, and a vegetarian- and vegan-friendly takeout deli counter for healthy pick-me-ups such as kale and…

  • Da Cove Health Bar & Cafe

    Waikiki

    This place specializes in acai bowls, fruit smoothies, healthy wraps, fresh poke and sashimi. Chill out with a coconut-husk dose of ʻawa (kava), Polynesia…

  • Maunakea Marketplace

    Honolulu

    In the food court of this marketplace, you’ll find over a dozen stalls dishing out hot and wok-fresh Asian fare. Chow down at tiny tables in the courtyard…

  • W & M Bar-B-Q Burger

    Honolulu

    This legendary burger spot has stood the test of time since Wilfred and May Kawamura (W & M) kicked it off in 1940 with their own secret sauce. These days…

  • Uahi Island Grill

    Kailua

    Get your fresh and flavorful plate-lunch fix: furikake-crusted grilled tofu, red seafood curry, kalua pork with kale, garlic ahi (yellowfin tuna) and…

  • Kamehameha Bakery

    Honolulu

    Get to this beloved bakery well before noon or the long display cases will contain more air than bread. Get here by 2pm and all you might find will be the…

  • Thai Lao

    Honolulu

    One of several good restaurants in the McCully Shopping Center, you'll recognize Thai Lao from the statues out front. Inside, the place is bright with…

  • Siam Square

    Waikiki

    In a town full of pan-Asian restaurants, this one brings you food from the furthest corner. You want your Thai meal spicy? You won’t have to work too hard…

  • Inaba

    Honolulu

    Handmade soba noodles (with soba flour imported directly from Japan), sushi and lighter-than-air tempura are superb at this long-term Japanese favorite…

  • Sophie’s Gourmet Hawaiian Pizzeria

    Oʻahu

    Create the pizza of your dreams from the myriad options at this hip pizza place, whose ingredients are sourced from top local produce. Some of the more…

  • Himalayan Kitchen

    Honolulu

    Lots of Nepali and Indian favorites on offer in this popular upstairs place with seating both inside and outside on the balcony. Naan and breads are…

  • Peace Cafe

    Honolulu

    Vegan home cooking is the theme at this mellow kitchen, where daily dishes get handwritten on the chalkboard. Pick an avocado or cilantro hummus sandwich…

  • Leonard's Malasadamobile

    Oʻahu

    The legend that is Leonard's on Kapahulu Ave in Waikiki now has a popular food-truck outpost at the Koko Marina Shopping Center. Join the lines to get…

  • Rai Rai Ramen

    Kailua

    Look for the red-and-white banner written in kanji outside this brightly lit noodle shop. The menu of ramen styles ranges from Sapporo south to Hakata,…

  • Hibachi

    Kailua

    Super-casual poke place renowned for the freshness of its seafood. Watch the chefs hard at work. The choices change daily; enjoy them to go or at one of…

  • Butterfly Ice Cream

    Honolulu

    Shave ice is good but sometimes you want the indulgence of rich, creamy ice cream. This cute little shop makes everything on site. The flavor lineup…

  • Mei Sum

    Honolulu

    Where else can you go to satisfy that crazy craving for dim sum in the afternoon or evening (though it may not be as fresh as it is in the morning)? This…

  • Baci Bistro

    Kailua

    Home-style Italian cooking is on offer here, where the owner knows most patrons by name. Don’t miss the white-chocolate and mascarpone cheesecake. The…

  • Donut King

    Honolulu

    Don't expect $4 doughnuts with toppings such as marzipan acai at this splendid little old-school doughnut bakery. Among the dozens of classic flavors is…

  • Nanding's Bakery

    Waikiki

    A fine alternative to overhyped bakeries, Nanding's has a great range of excellent baked goods and no lines. Their Spanish rolls are light, fluffy and…

  • Down to Earth Natural Foods

    Honolulu

    Organic and natural foods are the draw at this always-busy grocery store. It has a vegetarian- and vegan-friendly salad bar, a deli for sandwiches, a…

  • Bogart's Cafe

    Waikiki

    Regulars crave the taro-banana pancakes at Bogart's, which uses fresh local produce in its full menu of breakfast and lunch items. The avocado-and-spinach…

  • Juicy Brew

    Honolulu

    Beautiful home-cooked food is boxed up and ready to go, or you can enjoy it at one of the small tables. Most everything is sourced locally and includes…

  • Nabeya Maido

    Honolulu

    Choose your broth from five different styles at this hot pot storefront, then decide what you want to put into it, including meats, seafood and vegetables…

  • Formaggio Grill

    Kailua

    Dozens of wines by the glass; convivially large, high dining tables with stools; and hearty dishes (braised lamb, large burgers, myriad pastas) help…

  • People's Open Market

    Waikiki

    City-sponsored farmers market in Kapiʻolani Regional Park that trades in Oʻahu's enormous fresh bounty from mauka (land) to makai (sea). Only a short walk…

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