Duke’s Waikīkī
Known for its barefoot bar, tiki vibe and umbrella drinks, Duke’s Waikīkī, named after water sports pioneer Duke Kahanamoku, is a great place to get into the Hawai‘i groove. Don’t miss its famous hula pie, made with macadamia nut ice-cream stacked high on a chocolate cookie crust.
Roy’s Waikīkī
Roy’s Waikīkī on Waikīkī Beach Walk, which was opened by Hawai‘i Regional Cuisine co-founder Roy Yamaguchi, is another must.
Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Bar & Store
You can also find farm-to-table cuisine at Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Bar & Store, which has a living wall of herbs and tropical plant life and an open-air rooftop complete, live music, and sensational views.
Lāhainā Shave Ice
Stop by Lahaina Shave Ice, also on Waikīkī Beach Walk, to try the traditional dessert.
Poke Fix Hawai‘i
Poke Fix Hawai‘i offers traditional and contemporary poke from a tiny counter tucked away off Seaside Ave.
Maui Brewing Co.
Maui Brewing Co. has a family-friendly vibe and 36 craft and specialty beers on tap.
Morimoto Asia
Taste Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s world-class cuisine at Morimoto Asia, which creatively integrates traditional Asian and Western ingredients, at ‘Alohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach.
Momosan Ramen & Sake
‘Alohilani is also home to Momosan Ramen & Sake, which showcases the diversity of noodles and also offers small plates such as pork gyoza, sushi and classic izakaya-style dishes. Enjoy a signature sake and an extensive selection of local and craft beer.
SWELL Restaurant and Pool Bar
Lie back in a private cabana at SWELL Restaurant and Pool Bar, which is located next to the infinity-edge pool at ‘Alohilani Resort, sipping crafted cocktails or happy hours beers while snacking on small bites such as ahi poke nachos, chicken karaage bao buns and blackened buffalo wings, or a fried mahi sandwich or smash burger.
100 Sails Restaurant & Bar
Watch boats bobbing on Ala Wai Harbor from 100 Sails Restaurant & Bar, located inside Prince Waikīkī, whilst dining on tasty small bites for lunch or sipping craft cocktails in the evening.
Tanaka of Tokyo
Tanaka of Tokyo in Waikīkī Shopping Plaza is a fun teppanyaki restaurant, where you can watch chefs cook steak, chicken and seafood on a tabletop grill. KAMUKURA Surf + Dine, which is the brand’s first full-service flagship restaurant in the US, serves French-inspired ramen and Japanese bites with a Hawai‘i twist alongside creative cocktails at Līlia Waikīkī.
Deck
On the third floor of Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel, DECK. Restaurant and Bar is hard to beat for al fresco dining, with fire pits and mesmerising views of Lē‘ahi (Diamond Head State Monument) from the terrace.
Arden
Arden at The Lotus Honolulu offers modern interpretations of Hawai‘i cuisine at the foot of Lē‘ahi.
International Market Place
It’s also worth checking out the eateries at International Market Place, which has the largest collection of outdoor and open-air restaurants in Waikīkī, including Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi, STRIPSTEAK Waikīkī, ShoreFyre, Skybox Taphouse, Moani Waikīkī, Herringbone, Crackin’ Kitchen and Liliha Bakery.
Waikīkī Food Hall
Waikīkī Food Hall at Royal Hawaiian Center offers a fantastic selection of eateries on the third floor of Building C. Guests can indulge in a variety of delicious options, including MILK, Surfer’s Café, JTRRD, Tap Bar, Honolulu Burger Co., Meataly Boys, Potama and Five Star Shrimp.
