53 by the Sea

4.7

1821 Reviews

$50 and over

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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2 people

26 Nov 2024

20:00

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Great for scenic views

Designed around it's breathtaking view, 53 By The Sea opened in 2012 and is one of the island’s premier fine dining experiences. Having received the Hale Aina Award for Most Romantic Restaurant 2017-2021, as well as the Honolulu Star- Advertiser’s “Hawaii’s Best” award for Restaurant with a View, it is truly a celebration for all the senses. From the iconic grand staircase to sweeping views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and the rolling surf at Kakaako, each moment at 53 By The Sea is unforgettable.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(808) 536-5353
Website
http://www.53bythesea.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
53 Ahui Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Area
Kaka'ako
Cross Street
Olomehani St.
Parking details
Complimentary valet parking available on site.
Entertainment
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 6:30pm-8:30pm
Additional
Bar Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Experiences

Wine Walk By The Sea
US$150.00 - US$200.00 per person
Prepaid
11 Dec 2024 only
17:30
Join us on December 11th for an unforgettable wine trade show experience! We’re thrilled to present a unique standup wine tasting event, featuring highly allocated wines from Chambers and Chambers wine merchants. Our special guest sommelier, Sky Cameron, will guide us through these exquisite wines. We’ll be providing special take-home retail prices for the wines, making them the perfect gift for the holiday season. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!
Christmas Eve Dinner
US$120.00 per person
Prepaid
24 Dec 2024 only
Celebrate Christmas with our special tasting menu curated for the holidays. SUPPLEMENTAL APPETIZER Samoan Crab Brioche, Regiis Ova Caviar, Pickled Pohole +45 First seafood salad Olive, Caper, Frisee, Meyer Lemon, Parsley Second Smoked Ricotta Raviolo Hau'ula Tomato, Crispy Prosciutto Third CHOICE OF: Baked Ludivico Chicken Roulade Mashed Ulu, Roasted Root Vegetables, SKF Mushroom Gravy FOIE GRAS +25 OR ROASTED LOCAL BOTTOM FISH Eggplant Caponata, Sauteed Greens, Brown Butter Sauce STUFFED LOBSTER TAIL +30 Dessert Chocolate-Poha Berry Yule Log
Christmas Dinner
US$120.00 per person
Prepaid
25 Dec 2024 only
Celebrate Christmas with our special tasting menu curated for the holidays. SUPPLEMENTAL APPETIZER Samoan Crab Brioche, Regiis Ova Caviar, Pickled Pohole +45 First seafood salad Olive, Caper, Frisee, Meyer Lemon, Parsley Second Smoked Ricotta Raviolo Hau'ula Tomato, Crispy Prosciutto Third CHOICE OF: Baked Ludivico Chicken Roulade Mashed Ulu, Roasted Root Vegetables, SKF Mushroom Gravy FOIE GRAS +25 OR ROASTED LOCAL BOTTOM FISH Eggplant Caponata, Sauteed Greens, Brown Butter Sauce STUFFED LOBSTER TAIL +30 Dessert Chocolate-Poha Berry Yule Log

What 1,821 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

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1,821 Reviews

K
Kai
Hawaii
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing dining experience! Site of the former John Dominis and they kept with the high standards! Brilliant and delicious food, impeccable service, amazing atmosphere! Highly recommend!
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黎聖
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
日本語話せるスタッフがいて安心。サプライズプレートもしてくれた。雰囲気は申し分なし。牛角がとても美味しい。
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Rhealyn
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time there and we loved it. Food was great and our server Jordan was very nice
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Donna R.
Hawaii
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the reason Restaurant Week works. In 12 years, we have never gone to this restaurant. We used Restaurant Week as an excuse to try new restaurants. We loved this restaurant. It was probably our favorite of the three we tried during the week. The view was spectacular, the food delicious, and the service excellent. We're definitely going back!
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Michael
Hawaii
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The fresh catch was over cooked and very dry. However the ulu and lobster agnolotti was very good!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, delicious restaurant week menu, and unmatched view. Catered to our 5 year old daughter who felt like a princess.
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Jerri
Tallahassee
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Our dining experience was fabulous. Although they did not have the dishes I was hoping for from their online menu, I was pleased with my choices. The staff was wonderful and took multiple photos of us on the staircase. I would recommend this restaurant for ambience and quality of food.
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paula
San Francisco
61 reviews
vip
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent! Waiter so good and knowledgeable.
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cy
Hawaii
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very expensive, $175.00 per person. Long wait between appetizer and entrées
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alan
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
outstanding service and the food was great. Tony our waiter was very good and did everything to perfection
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FAQs

53 by the Sea does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now.

53 by the Sea is rated 4.7 stars by 1821 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

26 Nov 2024

20:00

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

53 Ahui Street, Honolulu, HI 96813

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Olomehani St.
Area
Kaka'ako
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Complimentary valet parking available on site.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 6:30pm-8:30pm
Additional
Bar Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.53bythesea.com/
Phone number
(808) 536-5353

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53 by the Sea

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Experiences

Wine Walk By The Sea

Christmas Eve Dinner

Christmas Dinner

Menu

What 1,821 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does 53 by the Sea offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is 53 by the Sea restaurant rated?

Is 53 by the Sea currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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