From traditional Hawaiian dishes and sushi to locally sourced and organic ingredients, Hawaii restaurants have it all in terms of food. And what better backdrop than the Pacific Ocean for for many of these incredible Hawaii restaurants? These 13 unique restaurants in Hawai’i are a culinary dream.
- Da Poke Shack, located in Kailua-Kona, has been voted the best place to eat in America by Yelp. You still order from a deli counter, with the menu written on a white board.
Kirk K/Flickr 76-6246 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
- Alan Wong’s, located in the heart of Honolulu, has perfected Asian-fusion cuisine.
Shihmei Barger/Flickr (Alan Wong’s has been permanently closed)
- Maui’s Sansei Seafood Restaurant and Sushi Bar is the place to go for a contemporary Hawaiian spin on traditional Japanese food.
Archie/Flickr
- Hali’imaile General Store, is on the slopes of Maui’s Haleakala. It’s the perfect stop for a pizza between sightseeing adventures.
April and Randy/Flickr 900 Haliimaile Rd, Makawao, HI 96768, USA
- Little Village Noodle House is a Chinatown favorite – and it’s actually easier to get a table at dinner than it is at lunch.
Kundalini/Flickr 1113 Smith St, Honolulu, HI 96817, USA
- La Mer is an incredibly fancy slice of France in the heart of Waikiki – with spectacular views of the ocean. La Mer does mean “the sea,” after all.
La Mer/Facebook 2199 K?lia Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
- Kona Brewing Co. Pub & Brewery is the perfect place to stop for a beer, and Hawaiian style pub food.
Barbara Monroe/Flickr 7192 Kalaniana?ole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA
- Lei Lei’s Bar & Grill, located at Oahu’s Turtle Bay Resort, sits right on the golf course and is a wonderful blend of casual and sophisticated.
TurtleBayResort/Flickr 57-049 Kuilima Dr, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
- Merriman’s is the place to go for unique locally sourced ingredients – owner Peter Merriman has “agricultural partners” who grow specialty crops just for him.
Joey Rozier/Flickr 1108 Auahi St #170, Parking lot, 1108 Auahi St #170, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA
- The Banyan Tree allows guests to take in the beautiful Pacific Ocean while enjoying some eclectic eats.
Monique/Flickr 1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Lahaina, HI 96761, USA
- Haleiwa Joe’s is great for seafood and stellar views – but make sure to make a reservation! This place packs up quickly.
Jack/Flickr 66-011 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
- The Blossoming Lotus is one of Kauai’s most prominent restaurants – and it is entirely vegan, organic and live (meaning the food isn’t heated above 115 degrees).
Eyeliam/Flickr (The Blossoming Lotus has permanently closed) 4-1384 Kuhio Hwy, Kapa?a, HI 96746, USA
- Roy’s – with locations on all islands – is a marvelous blend of Hawaiian and European cuisine.
Daryl_Mitchell/Flickr 6600 Kalaniana?ole Hwy suite 110, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA
While you’re in Hawai’i, make sure to try out all the interesting food combinations that locals love to eat. There’s no way to capture all of the magnificent restaurants in Hawaii, so please, tell us your favorite place to grab some dinner in the comments below!
Kirk K/Flickr
76-6246 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
Shihmei Barger/Flickr
(Alan Wong’s has been permanently closed)
Archie/Flickr
April and Randy/Flickr
900 Haliimaile Rd, Makawao, HI 96768, USA
Kundalini/Flickr
1113 Smith St, Honolulu, HI 96817, USA
La Mer/Facebook
2199 K?lia Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
Barbara Monroe/Flickr
7192 Kalaniana?ole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA
TurtleBayResort/Flickr
57-049 Kuilima Dr, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Joey Rozier/Flickr
1108 Auahi St #170, Parking lot, 1108 Auahi St #170, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA
Monique/Flickr
1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Lahaina, HI 96761, USA
Jack/Flickr
66-011 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
Eyeliam/Flickr
(The Blossoming Lotus has permanently closed)
4-1384 Kuhio Hwy, Kapa?a, HI 96746, USA
Daryl_Mitchell/Flickr
6600 Kalaniana?ole Hwy suite 110, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA
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The Amazing Restaurants of Hawai’i October 06, 2022 Will Suphan What are the best restaurants with a view in Hawai’i? Hawai’i has great food and stunning views, so why not combine both? There are certainly a lot of places for it! Michel’s at the Colony Surf in Honolulu is right on the coast and is perfect for a sunset meal and you can go for a walk right after on the beach. There’s a Dead Milkmen song called Born To Love Volcanoes, and if that describes you, then the Volcano House Dining Room is the place to be! Fresh seafood and volcano views are a wonderful adventure. What are the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Hawai’i? It’s no secret that some of the best food you’ll ever have is at little hole-in-the-wall eateries, and Hawai’i has a lot to choose from. Saimin is the local name for ramen, and Palace Saimin in Honolulu is one of the best places for unique varieties of this flavorful dish. If you like sashimi, then you’ll love poke, and the best can be found at Da Poke Shack in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island. It’s the best place for a good plate lunch with so many varieties of fresh fish. It’s also one of the most famous and iconic restaurants in the state. Where is the best beachfront dining in Hawai’i? Hawai’i certainly has a lot of shorelines and few things are better than enjoying a delicious meal next to the crashing waves. When you want a cheap, simple, and utterly delicious meal, Cheeseburger in Paradise in Lahaina has what you crave. Their thick, crispy onion rings go great with a freshly grilled cheeseburger. For the highest quality, ‘ULU Ocean Grill & Sushi Lounge is a top-tier restaurant on a tropical beach and would make an impressive romantic dinner with someone you truly love.
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The Amazing Restaurants of Hawai’i
October 06, 2022
Will Suphan
What are the best restaurants with a view in Hawai’i? Hawai’i has great food and stunning views, so why not combine both? There are certainly a lot of places for it! Michel’s at the Colony Surf in Honolulu is right on the coast and is perfect for a sunset meal and you can go for a walk right after on the beach. There’s a Dead Milkmen song called Born To Love Volcanoes, and if that describes you, then the Volcano House Dining Room is the place to be! Fresh seafood and volcano views are a wonderful adventure. What are the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Hawai’i? It’s no secret that some of the best food you’ll ever have is at little hole-in-the-wall eateries, and Hawai’i has a lot to choose from. Saimin is the local name for ramen, and Palace Saimin in Honolulu is one of the best places for unique varieties of this flavorful dish. If you like sashimi, then you’ll love poke, and the best can be found at Da Poke Shack in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island. It’s the best place for a good plate lunch with so many varieties of fresh fish. It’s also one of the most famous and iconic restaurants in the state. Where is the best beachfront dining in Hawai’i? Hawai’i certainly has a lot of shorelines and few things are better than enjoying a delicious meal next to the crashing waves. When you want a cheap, simple, and utterly delicious meal, Cheeseburger in Paradise in Lahaina has what you crave. Their thick, crispy onion rings go great with a freshly grilled cheeseburger. For the highest quality, ‘ULU Ocean Grill & Sushi Lounge is a top-tier restaurant on a tropical beach and would make an impressive romantic dinner with someone you truly love.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Hawai’i has great food and stunning views, so why not combine both? There are certainly a lot of places for it! Michel’s at the Colony Surf in Honolulu is right on the coast and is perfect for a sunset meal and you can go for a walk right after on the beach. There’s a Dead Milkmen song called Born To Love Volcanoes, and if that describes you, then the Volcano House Dining Room is the place to be! Fresh seafood and volcano views are a wonderful adventure.
What are the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Hawai’i?
It’s no secret that some of the best food you’ll ever have is at little hole-in-the-wall eateries, and Hawai’i has a lot to choose from. Saimin is the local name for ramen, and Palace Saimin in Honolulu is one of the best places for unique varieties of this flavorful dish. If you like sashimi, then you’ll love poke, and the best can be found at Da Poke Shack in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island. It’s the best place for a good plate lunch with so many varieties of fresh fish. It’s also one of the most famous and iconic restaurants in the state.
Where is the best beachfront dining in Hawai’i?
Hawai’i certainly has a lot of shorelines and few things are better than enjoying a delicious meal next to the crashing waves. When you want a cheap, simple, and utterly delicious meal, Cheeseburger in Paradise in Lahaina has what you crave. Their thick, crispy onion rings go great with a freshly grilled cheeseburger. For the highest quality, ‘ULU Ocean Grill & Sushi Lounge is a top-tier restaurant on a tropical beach and would make an impressive romantic dinner with someone you truly love.
