Honolulu and Pearl Harbor Restaurants
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1. Banán
$ | Waikiki |Follow a narrow beach pathway (between The Cheesecake Factory and Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort) lined with surfboards to reach this takeout spot specializing in banán, a frozen, vegan-friendly dessert made with local bananas and containing no added sugar. Other snack options include smoothies, smoothie bowls, and ulu (breadfruit) waffles. Try the “Riss Moore” flavor, filled with tropical fruits and named after surfer Carissa Moore, the 2020 Olympic gold medalist and five-time world champion. There's no seating here, but Banán is steps from the beach and the main drag in Waikiki.
2301 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815, USAKnown For
- Plant-based frozen desserts
- Locally owned
- Refreshing snack on a hot day
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2. Koko Head Cafe
$ | Kaimuki |When Lee Anne Wong, best known as a competitor on the first season of Bravo's Top Chef, moved to the Islands, foodies waited with bated breath for this, her first restaurant. It's a lively yet laid-back café, where she took the concept of breakfast and flipped it, creating innovative dishes like Elvis's Revenge, a peanut butter and banana tempura sandwich with candied bacon, and her signature dumplings, which change daily.
1145c 12th Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96816, USA808-732–8920Known For
- Cornflake french toast
- Creative cocktail menu
- Crazy busy weekends
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Rate Includes: No dinner, Reservations not accepted -
3. Waikiki Food Hall
$ | Waikiki |At this bright, lively, upscale food court on the third floor of the Royal Hawaiian Center, you can feast on local and Japanese options ranging from massive, juicy burgers to spicy shrimp tacos to exquisite smoothies topped with colorful, edible designs—all emphasizing the use of fresh, local ingredients. Vendors here include Five Star Shrimp, Milk, JTRRD, Meatally Boys, POTAMA (Pork Tamago Onigiri), Honolulu Burger Co., Surfer’s Cafe, and Tap Bar. Best of all, you don’t need to try just one vendor—you can mix and match and enjoy tasty selections from several. There’s plenty of seating, and you can also shop for local art and cool island souvenirs.
2201 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815, USA808-922–2299-for Royal Hawaiian CenterKnown For
- New and modern
- Variety of vendors offering upscale options that you can mix and match
- Lots of seating
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4. Waioli Kitchen & Bake Shop
$ | Manoa |Dating from 1922, this historic café surrounded by the verdant Manoa Valley landscape is part of the Hawaii Salvation Army headquarters and has been independently operated by Ross and Stefanie Anderson since late 2018. A short menu of simple, delicious breakfast and lunch items are ordered at the counter and delivered to your chosen table, either inside the cozy, multiroom bungalow or on the covered lanai. The Waioli staff is largely made up of people in recovery from substance abuse who are learning the restaurant and kitchen trade, and a 3% vocational training fee is added to all checks, bringing the former tearoom back to its roots as a kitchen skills program for orphaned girls. There's a cute gift shop and plenty of space to linger in the lushness.
2950 Manoa Rd., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96822, USA808-744–1619Known For
- Braised short rib loco moco
- Assorted house-made pastries, scones, muffins, breads, jams, and jellies
- Honey and salt produced on the property and a burgeoning garden
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No dinner., No reservations -
5. Bac Nam
$ | Ala Moana |Tam and Kimmy Huynh's menu ranges far beyond the usual pho and bun (cold noodle dishes) found at many Vietnamese restaurants. This welcoming, no-frills, hole-in-the-wall spot, which locals swear by, features lamb curry, tapioca dumplings, head-on tamarind shrimp, and other dishes that hail from both North and South Vietnam. People who work in the neighborhood pack in for lunch, so you might want to avoid a midday visit. Reservations are not accepted for groups of fewer than six.
1117 S. King St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96814, USA808-597–8201Known For
- Spring and summer rolls
- Limited free parking behind the restaurant
- Excellent crabmeat curry soup
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
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6. Diamond Head Market & Grill
$ | Diamond Head |Just five minutes from Waikiki's hotels is chef Kelvin Ro's one-stop food shop—indispensable if you have accommodations with a kitchen or want a quick grab-and-go meal. Join surfers, beachgoers, and Diamond Head hikers at the takeout window to order gourmet sandwiches and plates, such as hand-shaped burgers, portobello mushroom sandwiches, Korean kalbi ribs, and grilled ahi with wasabi-ginger sauce, rice, and salad. Selections include sandwiches, bento boxes, and salads. Don't miss the bakery: locals love this place for the giant scones and desserts like lemon crunch cake. You can also pick up wine, beer, and soft drinks.
3158 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96816, USA808-732–0077Known For
- Excellent desserts and scones
- Picnic fare for the beach
- Well-priced grab-and-go dinners
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Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted -
7. Fukuya Delicatessen
$ | Moiliili |Get a taste of local Japanese culture at this family operation on the main thoroughfare in Moiliili, a mile or so mauka (toward the mountains) out of Waikiki. Open since 1939, the delicatessen offers take-out breakfasts and lunches, Japanese snacks, noodle dishes, and confections—and it's a local favorite for catering, from parties to funeral gatherings. Try mochi (sweet rice-flour cakes), shoyu chicken, hash patties, garlic chicken, and Asian-style salads. The folks here are particularly patient and helpful to visitors, but it's only open from 6 to 2. Going on a round-the-island drive? This is a good option to pick up a picnic lunch.
2710 S. King St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96826, USA808-946–2073Known For
- Nori-wrapped chicken
- Mochi tray, offering samples of everything
- Kid-friendly menu
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No dinner -
8. Hank's Haute Dogs
$ | Kakaako |Owner Hank Adaniya's idea of a hot dog involves things like a duck and foie gras sausage with truffle mustard and stone fruit compote. Originally a true hole-in-the-wall, the gentrified Hank's is still a tiny spot where you can go classic with the Chicago Dog, made with the traditional fixings (including neon-green relish), or gourmet with the butter-seared lobster sausage topped with garlic-relish aioli. And always get the beef-fat fries with a house-made dipping sauce (spicy curry ketchup is a winner). Or get a burger—they're equally good. Forget cola; here you can have island-fresh drinks like hibiscus lemonade and lilikoi-lime soda. Order at the counter, stake out a bar stool inside, or wander outside to the bar-style seating.
324 Coral St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813, USA808-532–4265Known For
- 11 varieties of dogs daily, plus another 5 or so daily specials
- Fries, truffle fries, and onion rings to die for
- Part of Kakaako's SALT area
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Remember to get parking validated, Reservations not accepted -
9. Highway Inn Kakaako
$ | Kakaako |Highway Inn serves what it does best: local favorites like Kalbi ribs, kalua (roasted in an underground oven) pork sliders, beef stew, and old-fashioned hamburger steaks. This is also a great spot to try poi (the pudding-like dish made of pounded taro). It gets crowded, so expect to wait for a table.
680 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813, USA808-954–4955Known For
- Kakaako location is in SALT complex
- Relatively close to the cruise terminal
- Signature combo plates
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10. Holey Grail Donuts
$ | Waikiki |Locals love the scrumptious taro-based confections and delightful coffee beverages created by this family-run outfit. Fried in coconut oil, the doughnuts are known for their light texture, splashy colors and designs, and sophisticated flavors with fun names like Island Chocolate, Pineapple Express, Miso Honey, Kale’n It, and Prosperity (with kumquat and poppy seeds). Inquire about the weekly tasting boxes (of four) and seasonal specialties. There’s no seating, but it’s an easy walk to the beach. Other locations are in nearby Ward Village and on the island of Kauai; plans are in the works for new Mainland locations.
325 Seaside Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815, USA808-634–8838Known For
- Taro-based doughnuts
- Locally sourced, fresh ingredients
- Unusual flavors and designs
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11. Honolulu Burger Company
$ | Makiki Heights |Owner Ken Takahashi retired as a nightclub impresario on the Big Island to become a real-life burger king. This modest spot is the home of the locavore burger, made with range-fed beef, Manoa lettuce, tomatoes, and a wide range of toppings, all island-grown—and you can taste the difference. Go classic with a single, hand-shape patty, the meat loosely packed to let the juices run free, or try one of Takahashi's creations. Don't forget the truffle fries.
1295 S. Beretania St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96814, USA808-626–5202Known For
- Miso Kutie Burger topped with red miso glaze and Japanese cucumber slices
- Blue Hawaii Burger with blue cheese and bacon
- A presence at local farmers' markets or elsewhere in its own food truck
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted, Closed Mon. -
12. Honolulu Coffee Experience
$ | Waikiki |A massive, antique roaster is the centerpiece of this beautifully appointed, spacious, and airy coffeehouse, the largest and most unique branch of the Waikiki chain, situated near the convention center. There are plenty of options for tea drinkers, too, in addition to pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and açai bowls. There’s a big parking lot and shaded outdoor seating as well.
1800 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815, USA808-202–2562Known For
- High-quality coffee
- Variety of baked goods
- Lovely spot to relax
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13. Kamehameha Bakery
$ | Iwilei |This well-established bakery offers both old-school classics and newer treats, some of which have become cult favorites. You'll salivate as you stare at the cases filled with inexpensive pastries, doughnuts, cookies, and breads. Items are often unlabeled, so point and ask if you want to know what is what, and the counter attendants will cheerfully explain. The poi-glazed doughnuts/malasadas are a phenomenon, but the Chantilly Roll (poi roll filled with black sugar and topped with Chantilly frosting and walnuts) is to die for.
1284 Kalani St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96817, USA808-845–5831Known For
- Variety of malasadas
- Friendly service
- Opens early (before dawn) and sells out of many things by midmorning
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14. Legend Seafood Restaurant
$ | Chinatown |At this large Chinatown institution, the dim sum cart ladies stop at your table and show you their Hong Kong–style fare. If you come for breakfast dim sum, arrive before 9 am, especially on weekends, if you want to hear yourself think. There are also à la carte lunch and dinner menus.
100 N. Beretania St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96817, USA808-532–1868Known For
- Still-warm custard tarts
- Dim sum, reasonably priced by the dish
- Easy parking in the cultural plaza parking lot
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15. Leonard's Bakery
$ | Kapahulu |Whether you spell it malasada or malassada, when you're in Hawaii, you must try these deep-fried, holeless Portuguese doughnuts. Leonard's Bakery is the most famous of all the island establishments making them and was the first island bakery to commercialize their production. Expect to stand in a long line outside the original Kapahulu location to get a signature pink box or bag filled with the piping hot treats. You can also order from one of the red-and-white-stripe Malasadamobiles parked at several shopping centers on Oahu. Leonard's makes breads, cookies, muffins, and other sweets, too, but let's be honest, you're coming here for the malasadas.
933 Kaphalulu Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96818, USA808-737–5591Known For
- Original and various filled malasadas
- Pão doce (Portuguese sweet bread)
- Small parking lot and long lines
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16. Local Joe
$ | Chinatown |Local Joe is a great spot to stop for coffee and a light bite before or after your explorations in the Aloha Tower, Chinatown, downtown, and historic Honolulu. The coffee shop roasts its own beans and has a latte art "printer" that leaves detailed designs on your drink.
110 Marin St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96817, USA808-536–7700Known For
- Convenient location
- Nice presentations
- Delicious coffee
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
17. Mei Sum Dim Sum
$ | Chinatown |In contrast to the sprawling, noisy halls where dim sum is generally served, Mei Sum is compact, shiny, and bright—it's also favored by locals who work in the area. Be ready to guess and point at the color photos of dim sum favorites or the items on the carts as they come by, or ask fellow diners for suggestions. It's open daily and is one of the few places that serves dim sum from 8 am all the way to 9 pm.
1170 Nuuanu Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96817, USA808-531–3268Known For
- Deep-fried garlic eggplant
- House special garlic rice
- Dim sum made fresh daily
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18. Mitsu-Ken
$ | Kapalama |The garlic chicken may haunt your dreams, so it's worth the trek to a downscale neighborhood to find this unprepossessing joint. Line up, order the plate lunch with rice and salad, and sink your teeth into the profoundly garlicky masterpiece drizzled with a sweet glaze. Obsessed locals line up at dawn to get takeout for lunch. To avoid the wait, call the day before to place your order, then head to the cashier at the "phone order pick-up line."
2300 N. King St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96817, USA808-848–5573Known For
- Delicious breakfast bentos
- Cash only
- Limited hours (just 7 am to noon)
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. No dinner -
19. Murphy's Bar & Grill
$ | Downtown |Located on the edge between the financial district and Chinatown, Honolulu's go-to Irish bar serves Guinness on tap and an Irish-American menu of pubby favorites such as spicy chicken wings, jalapeño poppers, fish 'n' chips, corned beef and cabbage, and grilled New York steak—without that Waikiki price tag. But probably the most popular menu item is the Blarney Burger, gooey with Guinness-infused cheddar cheese. The list of daily specials is worth hearing, and while the comfort food is its trademark, the specialty salads are noteworthy and inventive. And pie day, every Friday, brings in rabid fans looking for their favorite slice. The restaurant has been featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-ins and Dives on the Food Network. The dining room's booths attract business big wigs, journalists, and staff from the nearby Kumu Kahua Theatre. Meanwhile, the young and restless play darts and shuffleboard in the bar. It takes over the block for Saint Patrick's Day, and it's the go-to spot for after work pau hana (after work) gatherings and a quick bite before a show at the Kumu Kahua Theatre.
2 Merchant St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813, USA808-531–0422Known For
- Stick-to-your-ribs Irish fare
- Creative salads that add diversity (and heart relief) to an otherwise heavy menu
- Fun setting that has you smiling on the way out the door
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20. Pho To Chau Restaurant
$ | Chinatown |Those people lined up on River Street know where to go for bowls of steaming pho (Vietnamese beef noodle soup) with all the best trimmings. This hole-in-the-wall storefront was the go-to pho spot long before hipsters and foodies found Chinatown. Many Vietnamese restaurants have since opened, and some have surpassed To Chau's quality—it's all in the broth—but eating habits die hard in this city.
1007 River St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96817, USA808-533–4549Known For
- No-frills service and sometimes a wait for food once seated
- Old-school, 1970s decor
- Large pho can be easily shared
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner, Reservations not accepted, Cash only
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