Best Casual Restaurants in Hawaii Kai

83 restaurants available nearby

1. Hoku's

4.6

Exceptional(2247)

Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu

Booked 18 times today

Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday and for its famous Sunday Brunch Buffet, Hoku's at The Kahala Hotel & Resort is heralded for its tantalizing menu featuring global Hawaiian cuisine, — all sourced fresh, sustainable and of the highest quality — serve as the foundation for our menus, a mixture of tradition and ingenuity uniquely adapted for the cosmopolitan guest’s palate. Elegant and refined, yet comfortable and relaxed. Trained in Michelin-starred restaurants around the world, Chef Jonathan Mizukami blends French-influenced cuisine with fresh local flavors.*Please inform us of any food allergies or special dietary needs at least 72 hrs in advance. Reservations require credit card & must be cancelled at least 48 hrs in advance.

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2. The Veranda at the Kahala Resort

4.6

Exceptional(655)

Price: Expensive

• Lounge • Honolulu

Booked 10 times today

Overlooking the beach, with a stunning contemporary alfresco area, The Veranda is Honolulu’s living room of the stars with live music, handcrafted cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Enjoy caviar service for two, a dinner menu curated by Executive Chef Jonathan Mizukami and wines by the glass from top vintners while you unwind beneath the iconic chandelier or amid the twilight ocean view on the lanai.Live Music Tuesday - Saturdays 6:00pm-9:00pm

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3. Assaggio Bistro - Kahala

4.6

Exceptional(653)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Honolulu

Booked 11 times today

If you would like to make reservations after 5:30 please call us! Only the finest, freshest ingredients go into our richly flavored and award winning cuisine. Each delectable dish is prepared individually just before it is served, and not a moment sooner.

4. Hau Tree

4.6

Exceptional(196)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Honolulu

Booked 130 times today

Hau Tree, at Kaimana Beach Hotel, offers a beach-centric menu in a casual setting. Hau Tree serves daily beachside brunch, and culinary casual dinner offerings. Our open-air outdoor dining room features oceanfront views of Kaimana Beach under a canopy of hau trees.

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5. Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki

4.6

Exceptional(2315)

Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki

Booked 243 times today

Aloha, we are open daily from 7:00am to 11:00pm and are located on the waterfront of Waikiki Beach inside the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort. We accept reservations & reserve a large amount of space for walk-ins. If your desired reservation is not available, please join our waitlist in person daily. Happy Hour is available daily from 3:30pm-5:00pm (excluding select holidays). Our chef driven concept is led by the classically trained, award winning chef, Peter Merriman. Peter is a culinary pioneer and one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine. He has always been inspired by the people and products around him and this spirit has lead the movement to look at food in Hawaii in a new light. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman embraces this passion! Each item on the menu demonstrates our commitment to craft and showcases high quality, socially conscious ingredients, creative preparations, and perfect execution.

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6. 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.

7. Deck.

4.2

Awesome(3885)

Price: Expensive

• Hawaiian • Waikiki

Booked 77 times today

* All members of your party must be present at the time of arrival to get seated**Situated on the 3rd floor of Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel, Deck. features panoramic views of the iconic Diamond Head! This open-air venue provides a stunning backdrop for the chef’s American Pacific inspired menu, fresh handcrafted cocktails, locally brewed beers as well as a vast selection of wines. DECK. keeps it fresh, incorporating locally sourced and sustainable ingredients wherever possible through partnerships with local farms, ranches, distilleries, and breweries. By day DECK. is perfect for lite island inspired faire surrounded by lush landscape and unforgettable views. At sundown, DECK. transforms into the best place to enjoy dinner, cocktails, and party under the stars in Hawaiʻi.

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8. Beachhouse - Moana Surfrider

4.8

Exceptional(3323)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Waikiki

Booked 28 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.

9. Lulu's Waikiki

4.6

Exceptional(870)

Price: Expensive

• Hawaiian • Waikiki

Booked 54 times today

Located directly across from world famous Waikiki Beach, LuLu's offers enticing dishes, friendly service and priceless views. Guests love our open air dining room and retro-surf atmosphere. An amazing panoramic vista of Diamond Head crater and Waikiki Beach is enhanced by our signature cocktails and extensive menu.We have tables that can accommodate upto 12 people, Hightop Seating at the Bar, and Countertop Rail Seating overlooking Waikiki Beach.

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10. Arancino di Mare - Marriott

4.6

Exceptional(2470)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Waikiki

Booked 86 times today

Voted 'Best Italian Restaurant in Hawaii' by Honolulu Magazine Hale 'Aina Awards and Honolulu Star Advertiser – Arancino, Hawaii's premier Italian ristorante, showcases classic Italian dishes with a modern twist using only the finest ingredients imported from Italy. We invite you to discover and experience the culinary journey of Italy through Executive Chef Daisuke Hamamoto's thoughtfully crafted menu in the heart of Honolulu.Arancino di Mare is our flagship location which opened in 2004. Enjoy 'al fresco' outdoor dining and enjoy the beautiful Hawaiian weather!Reservations of 7 or more please contact the restaurant directly. All parties are allotted a dining time of up to 2 hours.Outdoor seating requests depend on weather conditions and cannot be guaranteed. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Giselle
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our overall experiencing dining here was amazing. They made our anniversary dinner memorable with the wonderful service. We loved both the food and drinks. The beachside seating is so beautiful at sunset even on a cloudier day. Our stand outs were the hamachi kama, ube pina colada, and our awesome server Jordan!
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Hau TreePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Honolulu
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4.6
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Gerald
Orange County •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had a lovely evening at Monkeypod Kitchen. Beautiful ocean view! Our server Maka was an absolute delight! 5 star hospitality and customer service! Food good however entrees were cold by the time they arrived to our table. Maka was kind enough to give us dessert on the house that was delicious! Banana cream pie…YUM!!
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Monkeypod Kitchen - WaikikiPrice: Moderate• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Waikiki
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4.6
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Kevin
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
It was my first high tea and the Kahala was a great setting. The place is first class!
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The Veranda at the Kahala ResortPrice: Expensive• Lounge• Honolulu
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4.6
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LisaVIP
Idaho •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Beautiful food that was matched with amazing service.
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Hoku'sPrice: Very Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Honolulu
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4.6
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DeronVIP
Hawaii •23 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
Our server was outstanding! She was attentive and engaging. The Chicken Anchovy Olio was on point, more so than the Ala Moana location, and Caesar Salad is a must.
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Assaggio Bistro - KahalaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Honolulu
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4.6

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83 restaurants available nearby

1. Hoku's

2. The Veranda at the Kahala Resort

3. Assaggio Bistro - Kahala

4. Hau Tree

5. Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki

6. House Without a Key

7. Deck.

8. Beachhouse - Moana Surfrider

9. Lulu's Waikiki

10. Arancino di Mare - Marriott

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