Best Date Night Restaurants in Kalihi-Palama

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1. Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown Hawaii

4.6

Exceptional(740)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Honolulu

Booked 23 times today

Using traditional Hakata Yakitori cooking techniques passed down through generations, our skilled chefs grill Hawaii's natural ingredients to perfection. We are committed to sourcing the very finest ingredients from Hawaii's many talented farmers, fisherman, and purveyors. A wide range of beer, wine, nihonshu (sake), shochu, chuhai and highballs are available to complement our Yakitori.Kick back, relax and have a great time at Yakitori Hachibei!PRECAUTIONSWe directly contact all diners to confirm reservations. Please be sure your OpenTable Profile telephone number and e-mail are up-to-date. Our dining time window is 1.45 hours per reservation (which begins at the time of the reservation and not the time of arrival).Open 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (last seating at 9:00p.m.)

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2. The Pig and the Lady

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4.8

Exceptional(1604)

Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Downtown

Booked 65 times today

From it’s humble beginnings as a pop-up restaurant, to a farmer"s market stand and now a successful brick-and-mortar eatery, The Pig and the Lady, led by twice-nominated James Beard semifinalist Chef Andrew Le (with help from his family including his mother, Mama Le), cook up what is essentially the family meal in the truest sense -- Exposing Honolulu diners a cross-section of cuisine that has Vietnamese origins, but is eclectic and daring.Chef Le and his team have developed a modern, fresh take on traditional Southeast Asian food, utilizing local products -- serving their famous banh mi and pho, along with new favorites. Le is the one of the few chefs cooking contemporary food built on Southeast Asian flavors that has garnered rave reviews -- a foundation built on delicious memories first introduced by his mother. They are open Monday through Saturday, serving lunch and dinner. You can also still find them at the Farmer’s Markets at Blaisdell, Kailua and KCC.

3. Podmore

4.8

Exceptional(42)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Honolulu

Booked 27 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.

4. Senia

4.8

Exceptional(36)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 12 times today

Senia invites you to share well-crafted drinks and delicious food in a comfortable, convivial environment. We celebrate Hawaii’s abundance of beautiful ingredients and showcase the delectable results of diverse cultures and multi-discipline culinary training coming together.Senia's founding Chef/Owner, Anthony Rush, has decades of culinary experience at the two and three Michelin-star level. Chef Rush applies his abundant and extraordinary talents to two different menus. Our à la carte menu highlights refined casual dishes, making Senia a great neighborhood restaurant. Our tasting menu, offered on Friday and Saturday nights at our Chefs’ Counter, is an exclusive and beautiful gastronomic experience that highlights incredible ingredients and exceptional technique. Senia’s name is a play on the word “xenia”, the ancient Greek ideology of hospitality where strangers and friends alike were treated with the same regard. It is in that spirit that we welcome you to join us.

5. Giovedi

4.8

Exceptional(48)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Honolulu

Booked 26 times today

Giovedi, helmed by Chef Bao Tran, offers a seamless fusion of Italian culinary technique and pan-Asian flavors. The lively atmosphere of our dining room inside infuses energy into every meal, while the charming patio offers a tranquil escape in the heart of Chinatown, Honolulu. Indulge in our Prosciutto San Daniele, featuring sliced prosciutto paired with a sesame donut—a playful nod to both gnocco fritto and bánh tiêu—served with giardiniera pickles. This creative fusion showcases how our cuisine harmoniously combines familiar flavors, blending tradition with originality. At Giovedi, we provide more than just a meal—it’s an experience. With a welcoming ambiance, thoughtful service, and creative cocktails, we ensure every guest feels like part of our Thursday night dinners in our home that inspired it all.

6. Yours Truly

4.4

Awesome(55)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

**Note: Please select the "Speakeasy Tiki Bar" seating option for the speakeasy. The "Main Lounge" and "Bar Top" seating is for the cocktail barWelcome to the must visit cocktail bar and speakeasy in the Downtown and Chinatown neighborhoods serving locals and travelers alike. Yours Truly features a menu of adventurous craft cocktails, beer, & wine poured in a dramatic, stylish space with a lively vibe and welcoming atmosphere. The staff is knowledgeable, attentive, and never pretentious. In our cocktail bar, immerse yourself in an environment of rich velvet green fabrics, plush leather seating, and vintage post boxes, all reimagined to become Honolulu's best bar.The Yours Truly experience in our Speakeasy Tiki Bar comes to life with karaoke and an interactive A.I. photo booth, all affording guests an evening of truly unique and memorable wonderment in tribute to the Hawaiiana exotica era. Enjoy an evening of laughter, drinks, entertainment, and intrigue at Yours Truly cocktail bar.

7. Livestock Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(964)

Price: Expensive

• American • Honolulu

Booked 21 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.

8. Pai Honolulu

4.8

Exceptional(555)

Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu

Booked 3 times today

Pai Honolulu is a perfect spot for a date night, with its highly-praised innovative dining experience and creative flavors. Reviews rave about the romantic atmosphere, excellent service, and outstanding food, with one saying it's 'still a date night experience'. Plus, they've been recognized for their exceptional dining experience, making it a special place for anniversaries. It's a place that offers a unique blend of sophistication and comfort, making it ideal for a date night.

9. Moku Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(3647)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 71 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.

10. Hau Tree

4.6

Exceptional(196)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Honolulu

Booked 118 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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RyanVIP
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
All of the food and the service was fantastic. It is a little pricey but if you can’t pay don’t go. Portions were great for the price couldn’t finish my food. Got the clams and the pho both were amazing to be honest might’ve been the best clams I ever had. Only complaint would be that it was loud but that’s the guests not the restaurant would definitely go back 10/10.
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The Pig and the LadyPrice: Expensive• Vietnamese• Downtown
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4.8
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Laura
Hawaii •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This is my favorite restaurant of all time. They recently got new management but thank goodness the menu is mostly unchanged. I love staples like the watercress salad and the miso eggplant. Please stock umeshu wine again! But really a great restaurant!
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Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown HawaiiPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Honolulu
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4.6
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Amelia
San Francisco Bay Area •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The first time we ate here, we stumbled in, not knowing what to expect and we’re so happy with our food that our next trip to Honolulu we made sure we got in and had dinner here again The food is outstanding The staff is attentive and knowledgeable The atmosphere is fun and inclusive I highly recommend this restaurant
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SeniaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Honolulu
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4.8
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SylviaVIP
Hawaii •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our hosts were very gracious about helping us to find a wine to enjoy for dinner - they offer a thoughtfully curated wine list along with excellent cocktails. Every bite if our dishes were also delicious!
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GiovediPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Honolulu
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4.8
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DianneVIP
Hawaii •41 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Thoroughly enjoyed our delicious Xmas eve dinner and drinks, service was excellent!
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Pai HonoluluPrice: Very Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Honolulu
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4.8

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102 restaurants available nearby

1. Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown Hawaii

2. The Pig and the Lady

3. Podmore

4. Senia

5. Giovedi

6. Yours Truly

7. Livestock Tavern

8. Pai Honolulu

9. Moku Kitchen

10. Hau Tree

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