Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Waimānalo

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseComfort FoodMoroccanBreakfast

Regions

Oahu

Neighborhoods

Ala MoanaHonoluluKailuaKaimukiWaikiki

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

10 restaurants available nearby

1. Kalapawai Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(354)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Kailua

Booked 13 times today

Kalapawai Cafe & Deli offers residents and visitors to Kailua a friendly place grab anything from a morning cup of coffee, a delicious deli sandwich or pizza to an award winning full service dinner that includes burgers, locally caught seafood and the freshest salads. We are proud to feature locally sourced ingredients whenever possible on our menu and we focus our wine and beverage program around small, family owned wineries and breweries.

2. Leila

4.6

Exceptional(66)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Moroccan • Honolulu

Booked 6 times today

San Francisco-based Chef Mourad Lahlou and Hawaii’s own Chef Chris Kajioka have come together to create an elegant fusion of Moroccan inspired cuisine with vibrant Mediterranean flavors characteristic of the rich culture they celebrate. Located in the heart of Kaimuki at 1108 12th Ave, Leila’s exquisite dishes represent the rich flavor profile found across the Moroccan landscape. With masterful craftsmanship and award winning service, Chef Mourad and Chef Chris’ newest restaurant addition embodies the stylish and charming personality of the surrounding neighborhood. Enjoy the ease of family style dining as you relax in our lush and warm atmosphere while basking in exotic tastes that intersect at the places of rustic and unique. Please be aware that we allocate 2 hrs max for parties of two and 2 hr 45 min for parties up to six. There is also a 20% Service Charge for parties of 6 or more. Mahalo!

A photo of The Cutlery - Kaimuki's Neighborhood Steakhouse & Barbershop restaurant

3. The Cutlery - Kaimuki's Neighborhood Steakhouse & Barbershop

4.6

Exceptional(369)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Kaimuki

Booked 18 times today

Our Menu Is Curated By Our Executive Chef Ricky Murakami Intimately Featuring Dishes That Have Taken Years To Perfect & Bring To Fruition. Indulge In Our Weekend Special Of Slowly Smoked 7-Hour Kiawe Wood Prime Rib Or Our Slowly Braised Oxtail Ragu. We Are A Neighborhood Steakhouse Comfortable Enough For The Whole Ohana But Sophisticated Enough To Satisfy Your Taste Buds! We Invite You To Join Us Here In The Heart Of Kaimuki! A Kind Reminder:The Majority Of Our Seating Is On The Exterior So We Advise To Dress Comfortably! We Take Great Pride In Preparing Every Dish To Our Guest's Order Therefore We Encourage You To Enjoy A Few Pupus And Immerse Yourselves In Conversation With Your Ohana & Guest As You Await Your Main Dishes. We Are An Intimately Ran And Family Operated Steakhouse And We Truly Strive To Create A Memorable Experience For Every Person Who Steps Through Our Doors. We Thank You All Greatly For Enabling Us To Host You For Dinner. Me Ke Aloha Mau A Mau, The Cutlery.

4. Arden Waikiki

4.7

Exceptional(235)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Waikiki

Booked 21 times today

SHAREABLE BITES, UNFORGETTABLE NIGHTS.Poised to become your new favorite, at Arden Waikiki, we celebrate Hawaii’s harvest with shared plates that redefine island dining. Rooted in local fare, every bite invites you to savor elevated flavors through a down-to-earth experience.Helmed by Executive Chef Makoto Ono and Pastry Chef Amanda Cheng, our menu showcases the vibrantly diverse culinary expressions of Hawaii. From bold, creative shared plates to fresh, field-to-fork classics, Arden Waikiki brings the best of the islands to your plate.Accolades: Sunset Magazine "Best Restaurants in the West" 2024, EATER "One of the Best 21 Restaurants in Waikiki" 2024, Honolulu Star Advertiser 'Ilima Awards: Ovation Award Winner 2024, EATER "One of the 38 Essential Restaurants in Honolulu" 2024

5. Mud Hen Water

4.7

Exceptional(1392)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 20 times today

A Hawaiian Sense of Plate If there are no reservations available at your desired time, understand that we hold our patio seating, communal table, and bar stools for walk-in customers only. Please call to reserve parties larger than 8 guests. We are open to walk-ins only for Happy Hour ("Pau Work") from 2pm to 5pm Tuesday - Saturday and offer a pupu menu and drink specials.Hang Loose at The Hen

6. Aloha Table

4.6

Exceptional(845)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Waikiki

Booked 13 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!

7. M.A.C. 24/7

4.1

Excellent(713)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Waikiki

Booked 3 times today

Modern American Cuisine – Satisfy your cravings day & night with breakfast, lunch & dinner. Prepared American & local favorites with a gourmet twist, elevating comfort classics to foodie-friendly fare. Voted "Best Gourmet Comfort Food" by the readers of Honolulu Magazine.

A photo of Olive Garden - Ala Moana restaurant

8. Olive Garden - Ala Moana

4.4

Awesome(137)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ala Moana

Booked 9 times today

All of your favorites are just a few clicks away! View our menu online and Order Now for convenient Carside Delivery, or come in for our famous never-ending first course of freshly baked breadsticks and your choice of homemade soup or garden fresh salad. Enjoy abundant portions of classic Italian favorites the whole family craves, like the Tour of Italy, our irresistible Chicken Parmigiana, or everyone's favorite Fettuccine Alfredo, made fresh from our kitchen to your table. Gather together with the people you love over a meal worth sharing at Olive Garden. We're all family here! We're conveniently located at Ala Moana Center. *10% off Military discount *Near Ala Moana Center there is transportation available. Located on the island of Oahu at Ala Moana Center near Waikiki. Order To Go link: https://bit.ly/486gCMKLocal website link: https://bit.ly/49nzasP

9. SPLASH BAR

4.3

Awesome(33)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki

Booked 2 times today

Enjoy casual outdoor dining at Splash Bar in the pool side garden oasis of the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani. Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Executive Chef, Blake Kajiwara brings local flavor and Hawaii comfort to our menu, winning GOLD in the Honolulu Magazine's Hale 'Aina Award, for best bar food. Happy Hour specials 3-5pm.Nightly live entertainment Sunday-Wednesday: Solo Musician 6-9pm.Thursday: 3:30pm-9:00pm.Friday & Saturday: Duo 5:00pm-8:00pm/Hula 6:00pm-8:00pm/Solo Musician 8:00pm-10:00pm.

A photo of Tropics Bar & Grill restaurant

10. Tropics Bar & Grill

4.1

Excellent(99)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Waikiki

Tropics Bar & Grill is Waikiki's sizzling hot spot. It's the perfect place to experience Hawaii's "Authentic Beach Cuisine." Creative comfort food with a touch of the exotic served on Waikiki Beach. We feature unique Hawaii products and the freshest island ingredients in all of our menus. Celebrate with a tropical beverage, beer on tap or one of our unique Tropics inspired cocktails. There's no better place to watch our beautiful Waikiki sunsets. Located on the ground floor of Ali'i Tower.

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Cheryl
Hawaii •7 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Always an excellent experience at Podmore. The staff and Management always go above and beyond, the menu constantly changes and the food is delicious. One of my favorite places.
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PodmorePrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Honolulu
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4.8
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MauriceVIP
Greater Boston •41 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nice Ahi special. Wine bottle discount++on Monday, Great mouse cake
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Kalapawai CafePrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Kailua
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4.9
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JorgeVIP
Hawaii •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great vegan options. Tasty beer. Overall fun times
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Hana Koa Brewing Co.Price: Moderate• Comfort Food• Honolulu
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4.8
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ChristineVIP
Hawaii •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
Love the restaurant option. Would be great if you allowed us to order ala carte. The prefix menu makes us only go there for special occasions The seven dishes of salad is a wonderful experience but I think just three would be good. You lose track with so many choice that taste about the same. The caviar is my favorite. Overall great place for special occasion.
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LeilaPrice: Very Expensive• Moroccan• Honolulu
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4.6
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Carmen
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 19, 2025
Enjoyed the food and portion sizes. Service was excellent and timely.
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Scratch Kitchen & MeateryPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Honolulu
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4.3

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