Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Kalihi-Palama

28 restaurants available nearby

1. Fête

4.8

Exceptional(3830)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 109 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.

2. Podmore

4.8

Exceptional(42)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Honolulu

Booked 23 times today

Podmore is a neighborhood restaurant and cocktail lounge. Created by the dynamic duo behind Senia, Chef Anthony Rush and Katherine Nomura, Podmore extends a warm welcome to our cozy dining room and bar to savor an unforgettable lunch, pau hana, dinner, cocktails or weekend brunch.We pride ourselves on expertly executed comfort food and innovative cocktails, complimented by good old fashioned hospitality.From our bacon to our pasta to our ice cream, we make things in-house, from scratch, locally-sourced whenever possible.

3. Livestock Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(964)

Price: Expensive

• American • Honolulu

Booked 14 times today

Livestock Tavern is a seasonal restaurant and whiskey bar that is located in the Chinatown District of Honolulu. The menu that is served is full of variety. We pride ourselves with having an extensive whiskey & wine list perfect for any occasion. We accept reservations and walk-ins. For large reservations of 6 or more, one tab is required and automatic gratuity is added. For large reservations of 12 or more, a preset menu is required.

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4. Merriman's Honolulu

4.7

Exceptional(4181)

Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu

Booked 122 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

5. Moku Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(3647)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 73 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.

6. Hideout

4.6

Exceptional(1437)

Price: Expensive

• Pacific Rim • Waikiki

Booked 47 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.

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7. Hula Grill - Waikiki

4.6

Exceptional(6674)

Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki

Booked 134 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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8. House Without a Key

4.6

Exceptional(3610)

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.

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9. Mariposa at Neiman Marcus - Ala Moana

4.7

Exceptional(5706)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 103 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.

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10. Little Joe's Steakhouse - Nimitz

4.6

Exceptional(2374)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Honolulu

Booked 36 times today

Little Joe's Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse featuring the best in USDA 'aged' choice steaks and chops in various portion sizes, along with a wide array of side dishes and appetizers. Steaks including rib eye, new york, t-bone, filet mignon- are aged six to seven weeks to maximize the flavor profile. Seafood selections include twin lobster tails, furikake ahi, miso butterfish, and snow crab. Little Joe's Steakhouse offers a full bar and hosts daily happy hour with up-to-half-off food and drink specials nightly from 4:30pm to 6:30pm for the food and extend the drinks till 7:00pm. The goal is to deliver value for the entire family as well as a great spot for date nights and special occasions like anniversaries and birthdays.

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Piilani
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
First time visitors. Excellent service, thank you Princess Joy. Delicious food! Ambience was perfect!!!
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Moku KitchenPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Honolulu
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4.7
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David
Hawaii •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great restaurant with quality food and service. Unfortunately our wait staff no less than four times had to return to our table to inform us that the drink, dish, or dessert we ordered was unavailable. Seemed odd they were short supplied of multiple menu items.
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PodmorePrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Honolulu
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4.8
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OpenTable DinerVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Totally fantastic food and drinks. Imitated but not equaled. The service was unbelievable. Recommendations were spot on. Warmth was touching. Felt like you were coming home.
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FêtePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Honolulu
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4.8
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BobVIP
Portland / Oregon •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Really great burger and fries, not cheap but outstanding
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Livestock TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Honolulu
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4.6
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MelvinVIP
Hawaii •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Merriman's Ward is definitely our first preferred spot for wino wine share get togethers. Food's fantastic and approachable and the corkage is still wino friendly compared with other places that have corkage charges set to discourage bringing special bottles to share with friends. We enjoyed a 3 hour commiseration over a bottle of Radio Silence! Servers were attentive but not intrusive--they let us do our wine share thing; very nice and appropriate wine glasses. All in all a place not to be missed. Thanks and mahalo again Merriman's Ward!!
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Merriman's HonoluluPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Honolulu
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4.7

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Fête

2. Podmore

3. Livestock Tavern

4. Merriman's Honolulu

5. Moku Kitchen

6. Hideout

7. Hula Grill - Waikiki

8. House Without a Key

9. Mariposa at Neiman Marcus - Ala Moana

10. Little Joe's Steakhouse - Nimitz

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