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A photo of Merriman's Honolulu restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(4053)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu
Booked 119 times today
A pioneer of the “Farm to Table” movement in Hawaii, Peter Merriman brings Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Ward Village in Honolulu. Reflecting Peter’s personal style, the restaurant combines the feel of a neighborhood bistro with hints of old Hawaii. Lively, urbane, and whimsical, Merriman’s Honolulu is not just for special occasions. It’s an everyday place for those who appreciate great food and warm, friendly service!​Awards:- Honolulu Magazine, Best Oahu Restaurant, Gold- Honolulu Magazine, Best New Restaurant, Silver- Honolulu Magazine, Best Wine Program, Silver- Wine Enthusiast, 100 Best Wine Restaurants 2019- Hawaii Magazine, Best Farm to Table Restaurant-Hale Aina Award: Best Restaurant, Gold 2022All available reservations time slots are on OpenTable, we do accept walk-ins daily. Please arrive on time as we don't hold reserved tables for more than 15 min.Gift Cardshttps://merrimanshawaii.cardfoundry.com/giftcards.php
A photo of Panya Bistro & Bakery restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(973)
Price: Moderate
• International • Honolulu
Booked 19 times today
Panya Bistro & Bakery is a stylish & chic Restaurant, Bakery & Bar offer delicious South East Asian Comfort Food using the best ingredients located at the best location in Oahu. Our bakery offer the best and wide varieties desserts, cakes, cookies in Oahu. Everything made from scratch.Our Most famous items on our Menu are Malaysian Seafood Laksa, Singaporean Hainanese Chicken Rice, Oxtail Stew in Red Wine Rosemarry Sauce, Steamed Fish fillet with Tofu in Ginger Green Onion Shoyu Sauce, Panya Burger, New England Clam Chowder, Hong Kong Won Ton Noodles, Taiwanese Beef Noodles, Indonesian Freid Rice, Panya homemade Gyoza, Thai Steak Salad..... Our Bar signature cocktails, Lychee Martini, Green Apple Martini, Espresso Martini, Lychee Mojito. Wide selections of Red wine, White Wine, Whiskey and all the spirits.Our most famous desserts is Japanese Cheese Cake w/ Creme angalise Sauce, Black Magic Chocolate Cake, Strawberry Shortcake, Hokkaido Bread Pudding
A photo of House Without a Key restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3583)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Waikiki
House Without A Key open nightly for dinner (reservations) and Sunset Cocktails (walk in basis) at our terrace with Hawaiian Entertainment.Breakfast Buffet from 7:00am - 10:30am. Lunch from 11:30am - 4:00pm. Cocktails and Dinner from 5:00pm - 9:00pm.House Without A Key is a distinctive open-air restaurant providing more casual fare and nightly Hawaiian music. It’s Halekulani’s gathering spot for informal meals and our signature Mai Tai.House Without A Key is happy to announce, The Waitiki 7 performing live in person May 24 & 25, 2024. One Show each day. This is a free show, Reservations are required, call 808.518.2019 to reserve your seats today. Food and Beverage offerings will be available for purchase. Show starts at 6:00pm both days. Guests are asked to arrive by 5:00pm.
A photo of Mariposa at Neiman Marcus - Ala Moana restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5623)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Honolulu
Booked 71 times today
THE MARIPOSA located on Level 3 of Neiman Marcus ALA MOANA greets you to a panoramic view of the Ala Moana Beach Park located directly across. Enjoy seating in our Dining Room, or on the Lanai. Mariposa Restaurant boasts a spectacular ocean view and extraordinary cuisine from Executive Chef Lance Kosaka. Find your favorite menu items plus new selections too. Open daily for Lunch: Sunday 11am - 4:30pm (last seating), Monday - Saturday 11am - 3:00pm (last seating)Our Sunset Lounge Menu is offered Thursday 5pm -7:30pm, Friday 5pm - 7:30pm & Saturday 5pm - 7:30pm (last seating) Enjoy a commanding view of the Friday Night Fireworks display from any seat in the Restaurant or on the Lanai. For your convenience, please enter from the Mariposa private entrance, ocean side Mall Level of Neiman Marcus. Hours may vary on Holidays -- please call for more information.
A photo of Ruscello - Nordstrom Ala Moana restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3916)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Honolulu
Booked 90 times today
Ruscello - Nordstrom Ala Moana is a hot spot for its excellent Mediterranean and Italian-inspired cuisine. It has a great atmosphere, friendly staff, and high-quality service. Customers love the wide variety of menu options, the outdoor ambiance, and the consistently good food and service. As one reviewer put it, 'This restaurant is a gem. Consistently delicious, wholesome locally sourced when possible food. Indoor and lanai seating experienced, pleasant staff. Great menu with lots of options and extensive wine list. You cannot go wrong here.'
A photo of Fête restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3746)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Honolulu
Booked 85 times today
2022 James Beard Award Winner for Best Chef Northwest & Pacific.Rooted in the local farm-to-table movement — a place where seasonality and culinary tradition are celebrated in tandem. One part Hawaii and one part Brooklyn. The atmosphere shares a brasserie feel with a laid-back island sensibility—a celebration and homage to all of our favorite things we enjoy eating and drinking. Crafted with brick & reclaimed wood, our urban Hawaiian farmhouse features an open kitchen, lush plant wall, brick walls, and lots of natural light in a historic Chinatown building. The bar mixes classic and modern cocktails with artisanal flare with a well-curated wine list.
A photo of Hula Grill - Waikiki restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6544)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki
Booked 110 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.
A photo of Katsumidori Sushi Tokyo restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1695)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Waikiki
Booked 50 times today
Katsumidori Sushi Tokyo is a hot spot due to its high-quality, fresh sushi at reasonable prices. Reviews rave about the excellent service, great atmosphere, and the amazing food quality. Customers love the attentive staff, the clean ambiance, and the reasonable prices. The restaurant is popular and highly recommended, making it a favorite among locals and visitors.
A photo of Hideout restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1401)
Price: Expensive
• Pacific Rim • Waikiki
Booked 28 times today
Hidden in plain sight, and nestled above vibrant Kuhio Avenue is Hideout at The Laylow Autograph Collection Hotel. The Lush greenery, mid-century inspired woodwork, and vibrant vibe instantly sets the tone for this progressive Modern Hapa Hawaiian cuisine and beverage venue. All that the Hawaiian Islands have to offer take center stage morning and night for hotel guest and locals to enjoy for any occasion. The moment you ascend from street level the Hideout and it’s relaxed vibe, allow you to escape the hustle and bustle of Waikiki and enjoy small plates, curated cocktails, great live music, and a perfect place to catch your breath any time of day.
A photo of Moku Kitchen restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3593)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Honolulu
Booked 63 times today
Full table service resumes 12/18/23! Located in the heart of the Kaka'ako art district, Moku Kitchen is a chef-driven concept that brings Hawaii's rich upcountry farming and ranching heritage to downtown Honolulu's urban lifestyle. Our award winning cocktail program is ever-evolving, highlighted by the Monkeypod Mai Tai. We offer a wide variety of local craft beer and wines from small independent producers. Please go to mokukitchen.com for up to date menus and our daily live music calendar.

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  • Jeannettevip
    Hawaii •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    As you eat a meal at Merriman's, you can tell that each ingredient is selected with care. Sure enough, when I asked I found out the food is locally sourced from farms that the owners and Chef know and trust. Many items are hand selected by the box, not the truck load. Since the Chef from Maui transferred over to Merriman's Oʻahu, our entrees have been especially ono. At lunch today I planned to take home one of my two fish (ahi) tacos. No way! I couldn't stop finishing both. Last night my husband and I walked into Merriman's without reservations and sat at the bar. Who cares if we didn't get a table? The gregarious host, Cody Merriman, stopped by to share a laugh or two and answer our questions about the menu. My husband ordered their chicken entree for dinner and said it was the best chicken he'd ever had. And my taro falafel was also delicious. We can't resist their Waialua Chocolate Purse for dessert. I felt a little decadent afterward, but what the heck? There are lots of restaurants in our neighborhood, but for five years now we keep coming back to Merriman's which seems to be even better the last six months. Could it be the addition of the Maui Chef? We like the vibe. Energetic without being so loud you cannot carry on a conversation. We both think their Hawaiian music playlist is the best in the City. Wish I could think of something negative to say to make this review real. But having just come back from a great lunch with memories of a wonderful dinner there last night, I am only happy and satisfied.
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    Merriman's HonoluluPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Honolulu
    4.8
  • Amy
    Southwest Florida •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great food but it’s more of a club than a restaurant.
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    HideoutPrice: Expensive• Pacific Rim• Waikiki
    4.6
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    Hawaii •33 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Good service and food. Lots of parking. Free for the first 2hours.
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    Panya Bistro & BakeryPrice: Moderate• International• Honolulu
    4.7
  • Lael
    Hawaii •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Food and service always a cut above all others. The view makes this restaurant a must for visitors and Hawaii residents alike. We return here several times a year or more and have never been disappointed.
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    Mariposa at Neiman Marcus - Ala MoanaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Honolulu
    4.7
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    Anchorage / Alaska •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Absolutely amazing sunset dining experience. Food was delicious, ambiance was lovely, service was outstanding.
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    House Without a KeyPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Waikiki
    4.6

Discover best hot spot restaurants in Kaka'ako

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Kaka'ako, Oahu, where each restaurant serves as a hot spot, offering a unique blend of local and international flavors. In this bustling Hawaiian neighborhood, eateries pride themselves on their dynamic atmospheres and innovative cuisine, making it a must-visit location for food enthusiasts. Restaurants in Kaka'ako cater to a diverse range of tastes and preferences, incorporating fresh, locally-sourced ingredients to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. The area is known for its modern and eclectic dining settings, which perfectly complement the artistic vibe of the district. Whether you're in the mood for an intimate dinner or a lively group gathering, Kaka'ako's dining spots provide the perfect backdrop with their stylish decor and welcoming ambiance. This summary encapsulates the essence of Kaka'ako’s top dining destinations, ensuring that your next meal is as memorable as the scenic views of Hawaii.

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