Waikiki
Inside this mustard-yellow storefront, boisterous groups devour the inventive chef’s encyclopedic list of fusion pupu (appetizers) crafted with island…
Must-see restaurants in Hawaii
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Lunch on organic vegetarian and vegan comfort foods like salads, sandwiches and pasta in the sunroom behind the Volcano Garden art gallery, or in the…
Lahaina
That would be Fleetwood as in Mick (although they do serve a fine mac and cheese). The legendary singer is very much in evidence here at his eponymous…
Honolulu
Inside, the dining room is classy, outside, the seating is near the waterfront and Honolulu’s fish auction. Chef Nico was inspired by the island-cuisine…
Waikiki
Surfboards on the wall and an awesome ocean view set the mood at this cheery open-air restaurant, bar and nightclub. LuLu’s filling breakfasts, complete…
Honolulu
This late-night hub is where you’ll find Honolulu’s top chefs hanging out after hours, along with partying locals who come for hearty portions of kalbi,…
Honolulu
Honolulu’s bigwigs hang out after work at this swank French-Vietnamese bistro with a tiny bar. Ignore the inauspicious outside appearance and step inside…
Moloka'i
Moloka‘i's only drive-through restaurant is a slick operation. The burgers come in many forms but are all thick and juicy. There are also sandwiches,…
Kailua-Kona
Hayama imparts that feeling of authenticity you get when the kitchen and service staff don't speak much English, and most of the clientele speaks fluent…
Honolulu
At the top of Kapahulu Ave, Mr Ojisan's specializes in Japanese teishoku (fixed, multi-course) dinners, where you choose a main dish such as wafu …
Lahaina
We like Lahaina Coolers for breakfast, the homemade hot sauce kick-starts the delightfully messy huevos rancheros with kalua pork. This casual spot, just…
Hilo
With walls of glass overlooking the bay, this airy restaurant has a 'resort' atmosphere uncommon in Hilo. With two happy hours (3pm to 5pm and 8pm to 10pm…
Hilo
For well-prepared American classics, dine with local fans of this family-run (and family-friendly) restaurant. There's something for everyone, including…
Honolulu
The original Highway Inn opened in Waipahu in 1947, and third-generation owners have opened a modern version in Kakaʻako. They serve the same Hawaiian…
Lahaina
You'll be hard pressed to resist the Hot Booty Reuben and other mouth-watering treats at this 2nd-floor bar and grill where the sign over the ground-level…
Honolulu
Nobu Matsuhisa’s legendary Japanese-fusion restaurant and sushi bar is in the slick Waiea Tower in Ward Village. Nobu's signature dishes such as Black…
Honolulu
Sumo wrestler–sized Japanese nabemono (variety of hot dishes), shabushabu (thinly sliced beef and vegetables) and sukiyaki (simmered beef) hot pots. You…
Honolulu
A neighborhood nonprofit coffee shop that operates entirely with volunteer staff; 100% of proceeds go directly to local and global nonprofit organizations…
Honolulu
It might look nondescript from the outside, but Gazen Izakaya seems like little Japan when you walk through the door. There's an authentic and refined yet…
Honolulu
Swing by this side-street seafood market for heaping island-style plate lunches (eg kalua pig, mochiko chicken, lomilomi salmon) and freshly mixed poke by…
Honolulu
An enterprising duo of chef-owners set up kiosks at farmers markets and on the UH Manoa campus, but this converted auto mechanic’s garage is home base for…
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Heaping piles of pad thai and a veritable river of savory curry pour out of this local's favorite lunch spot. The truck parks at Akatsuka Gardens except…
Hilo
For cheap sushi in a sit-down space, you'll do OK at this longtime joint. For variety, try the special rolls, such as Poke Macnut or the Banzai Natto with…
Hanalei
Harking back to Hanalei’s hippy heyday and soundtracked by the Grateful Dead, this former schoolroom offers substantial lunchtime sandwiches plus good (if…
Waikiki
Showing off a sleek, dark-wood interior, this high-end Japanese teppanyaki grill is a standout for its okonomiyaki (savory cabbage pancakes). Go…
Kailua
Locals pack this family cafe for the airy chiffon pancakes drowning in guava syrup, red-velvet pancakes (yum!), Portuguese-sweet-bread French toast, eggs…
Lahaina
A locally beloved standby with one of the best oceanfront patios on Front St, Hawaiian-style Kimo’s keeps everyone happy with reliably good food, a superb…
Hanalei
Find this roadside trailer near Hanalei’s eastern end for a taste of poi – the traditional Hawaiian staple, prepared on the family’s nearby taro farm – or…
Honolulu
At Livestock, the food is like an old pair of khakis, vaguely stylish but very comfortable. There are seasonal variations, but you'll always find…
Hilo
Wow, multicultural shave ice (called 'ice shave' on the Big Island)! Filipino 'halo halo' includes coconut milk, ube (purple yam) ice cream, agar jellies…
Hanalei
OK, so the tacos here may not be authentic to Mexico, but they’re authentic to Kaua‘i. Originally a food truck and now housed in an open-fronted pavilion,…
Honolulu
The city's top Burmese restaurant may be in a small space on King St, but it has an authentic atmosphere. The various pork dishes, pineapple curry chicken…
Honolulu
A Hawaii institution for more than 30 years, Dave's scoops up specialty ice cream made fresh daily on the island of Oahu. This hole-in-the-wall…
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Volcano's venerable high-end kitchen puts out a locally sourced dinner menu offering an eclectic mix of fresh seafood, steak, pasta and continental…
Honolulu
Honolulu's first udon noodle restaurant debuted in 1994 and has been serving handmade thick noodles ever since. Always fresh and flavorful, the noodles…
Moloka'i
This candy store is loaded with sweets and, more importantly, delicious Honolulu-made Dave's Hawaiian Ice Cream. The banana fudge is truly a treat. Ube …
Honolulu
Honolulu's Hare Krishna temple has a vegetarian buffet lunch under one of the most spectacular banyan trees on the island. Even if not eating, stop by…
Hilo
The low-key Kinoʻole farmers market is geared for locals, so don't expect the spectacle of the downtown market. The draw here? All produce and products…
Honolulu
This traditional family-run Japanese teahouse on a hillside is the very place where a man from the Japanese consulate spied on the US fleet in Pearl…
Honolulu
As ʻono (delicious) as always, this popular cafe dishes up healthy plate lunches with brown rice and organic greens. Lots of ethnic options too, including…
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