Best Authentic Restaurants in Hawaii

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1. Hula Grill - Waikiki

4.6

Exceptional(6638)

Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki

Booked 139 times today

We are open for open-air dining, takeout, and curbside pickup. Visit hulagrillwaikiki.com to view our menus or place an online order!Immerse yourself in the chef-driven aloha of Hula Grill Waikiki. Located just above Duke’s in the Outrigger Hotel, you’ll find the perfect spot to savor a moment above the hustle and bustle of Waikiki with the best restaurant view of Diamond Head in a relaxing and authentic atmosphere. Sourced from local fishermen, farmers, and ranchers, you’ll enjoy line-caught fresh fish, Oahu grown produce, and all-natural meats served with the spirit of aloha.

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2. Restaurant SUNTORY

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4.6

Exceptional(137)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Waikiki

Booked 32 times today

We offer 3 distinct Japanese dining experiences to choose from. To view the full Grand Menu, please visit our website at RestaurantSuntory.com: 1. TEPPANYAKI2. WASHOKU3, SUSHI OMAKASEA one-of-a-kind demonstration of world-class cuisine, culture, and contemporary design awaits at Honolulu’s most iconic Japanese restaurant. From elevated teppanyaki-style dining and seasonally inspired plates to a hidden omakase sushi experience unlike any other, Restaurant Suntory will whisk you away to The Land of the Rising Sun without ever leaving paradise.Take a seat in one of our newly reimagined dining areas and indulge the senses with Suntory’s outstanding combination of unparalleled omotenashi (hospitality), award-winning spirits, and an authentic menu featuring all the beloved cornerstones of Japanese cuisine at the pinnacle of excellence.

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3. Beachhouse - Moana Surfrider

4.8

Exceptional(3308)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Waikiki

Booked 41 times today

Enjoy a modern take on refined oceanfront dining at one of the best restaurants in Honolulu with a view. Using fresh Oahu ingredients, our menu curated by Chef de Cuisine Adrian Solorzano, highlights island-inspired classics, succulent seafood, and the finest cuts of steak paired with an extensive selection of wines and artisan cocktails featuring local spirits. SPECIAL NOTES FROM THE RESTAURANT* Prix-Fixe Tasting Menu ONLY: 4 Course Menu at $110.00 / 5 Course Menu at $130.00.* The Beachhouse does not offer Ala Carte dining. * Casual Elegant Attire: Clothing not permitted include tank tops, exercise attire, & beachwear.

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4. Noi Thai Cuisine - Honolulu

4.5

Awesome(1618)

Price: Very Expensive

• Thai • Waikiki

Booked 66 times today

Noi Thai Cuisine continues the tradition of The Bai Tong Family of Restaurants in Seattle, Washington which originally began as a favorite stop over for Thai Airways Crew at SeaTac Airport over two decades ago. When restaurant owner Noi Lapangkura visited Hawaii, she envisioned her family"s authentic Thai cooking here, however with a royal elegance and world class excellence that is worthy of the islands. She hopes you will enjoy her family's legacy and experience the world renowned authentic Thai food at Noi Thai Cuisine.

5. Aloha Table

4.6

Exceptional(822)

Price: Moderate

• American • Waikiki

Booked 38 times today

Aloha Table WAIKIKI is a hidden gem in the heart of Waikiki. We extend the warmest invitation to all our guests in the true spirit of aloha. Our staff are friendly, courteous, and will go out of their way to make your visit a pleasurable one. Relax with friends on our lanai and take in the comfort of Hawaii with a refreshing local beer or a Hawaiian cocktail. Or you can book a table inside and enjoy an intimate evening with that special someone, or even the whole family! Contact us and discover all that Hawaiian food has to offer! Visit Aloha Table Waikiki and you can enjoy a breeze on our lanai, or our bar and table seating. We are serving wide variety of dishes. Especially popular is our "Premium Kobe Style Beef Loco Moco," with Hamburger steak using selected Kobe Style Beef and a special gravy sauce with mushroom and onion demi glace sauce. We won the Loco Moco Category of Hawaii's 111 Award competition three years in a row and were inducted into the Hall of Fame!

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6. Taormina Sicilian Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(3403)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Waikiki

Booked 33 times today

Sorry, we will not accept BYOB. Inspired by authentic Sicilian recipes from the kitchens of Southern Italy's seaside town of Taormina, Chef Hiroyuki Mimura pairs fresh pastas with the highest quality seafoods and meats. Unspoiled by heavy sauces, Sicilian-style pastas are dressed in pure, extra virgin olive oil. Fresh vegetables, lightly grilled fresh local fish, and lamb seasoned with herbs offer diners a healthy range of options. Featured dishes include fresh Fettucine Carbonara finished with tableside Truffle service, grilled Lamb Chops "Luca pecorini" and Veal "Siciliana." Taormina's specialty dish is Uni Pasta (Sea Urchin), a delicacy enjoyed in Sicily, Italy. Italian Lavazza espressos compliment selections of house made desserts (Dolci).

7. natuRe waikiki

4.7

Exceptional(695)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Waikiki

Booked 20 times today

【VALIDATED PARKING AVAILABLE at HYATT CENTRIC WAIKIKI 4 HOURS FREE!!】We offer a seasonal tasting menu that utilizes ingredients that tells the story of our islands and the history behind it. Bar Area is accepting walk-ins.**Our Hale tasting menu is 6 courses for $120 and our Aina (Vegan) tasting menu is 6 courses for $100. We accommodate Pescatarian, No-Red Meat, Vegetarian, and Vegan diets.We CANNOT accommodate Gluten-Free. Please note if you are bringing kids for the tasting menu and if they will be having the course menu.Nae OgawaHer career started at the prestigious Michelin-starred NARISAWA in Tokyo. She then moved to New York at 21 years old to work at famed Michelin-starred Bouley.Shortly after, she was flown to Paris to work at the popular bistro, La Bourse et La Vie. In 2021, her ideas came to fruition with natuRe waikiki, an upscale restaurant featuring Sustainable Island French cuisine.

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8. Morimoto Asia - Waikiki

4.5

Awesome(3944)

Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • Waikiki

Booked 30 times today

Morimoto Asia is Chef Masaharu Morimoto Pan-Asian Restaurant. The creativity of Chef Morimoto is already one of the most inventive forces in Asian cuisine. This culinary destination includes unique exhibition kitchens that showcase traditions like Peking duck carving and lobster. Morimoto Asia's eye-catching and beautiful beach views includes lounges, private's dining spaces, and an exhibition glass encased kitchen that allows guests a behind the scenes glimpse of the culinary action.

9. ZIGU

4.6

Exceptional(1366)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Waikiki

Booked 77 times today

Here at ZIGU, we believe the key to running a successful restaurant is to serve fresh local ingredients. We cook in a Japanese style using only ingredients found here in Hawaii. We will soon be opening our doors to customers. You'll enjoy authentic Japanese cooking and sake either inside our cozy interior or outside our spacious courtyard terrace.~Important notice for our OHANA ~We are asking customers to limit their dining experience to 2 hours when we have high volume booking.＊Happy hour exclusionday: 12/23/2024~1/1/2025Thank you for your understanding.

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10. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Honolulu, HI | Waikiki

4.7

Exceptional(888)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Waikiki

Booked 42 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other! Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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JaniceVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Restaurant Suntory is always a wonderful place to have an excellent Japanese meal. We have never been disappointed by the food or service. The restaurant itself is well designed with a modern Japanese and open feel. It’s our go to Japanese restaurant. We will return.
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Restaurant SUNTORYPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Waikiki
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4.6
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Jaclyn
Hawaii •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Still my favorite restaurant on the island. You cannot beat the fantastic staff and the food is excellent. Today, my family had the absolute pleasure of having Kevin and Felix. Their hospitality was top notch. Our hats of to the chef and kitchen staff. The meal was lovely. I always enjoy my dinners at the Moana Surf Rider.
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Beachhouse - Moana SurfriderPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Waikiki
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4.8
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John
Orlando / Central Florida East •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
What could be better than a view of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach while you eat? The food! Our dinners were outstanding. My wife said it was the best steak she’d ever had, and my daughter said the same about here pasta. All four of our meals were excellent, no one was disappointed. My only complaint is that we were all too full to even share a piece of Hula pie!
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Hula Grill - WaikikiPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Waikiki
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4.6
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Christina
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great food, esp with gf and vegetarian options. Highly recommend
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Noi Thai Cuisine - HonoluluPrice: Very Expensive• Thai• Waikiki
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4.5
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Kristin
Dallas - Fort Worth •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was delicious. Tables are close together but ambiance and service were wonderful!
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Aloha TablePrice: Moderate• American• Waikiki
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4.6

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1. Hula Grill - Waikiki

2. Restaurant SUNTORY

3. Beachhouse - Moana Surfrider

4. Noi Thai Cuisine - Honolulu

5. Aloha Table

6. Taormina Sicilian Cuisine

7. natuRe waikiki

8. Morimoto Asia - Waikiki

9. ZIGU

10. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Honolulu, HI | Waikiki

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