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1. The Pig and the Lady
4.8
Exceptional(1670)
Price: Expensive
• Vietnamese • Downtown
Booked 68 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.
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2. natuRe waikiki
4.9
Exceptional(739)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French • Waikiki
Booked 13 times today
【VALIDATED PARKING AVAILABLE at HYATT CENTRIC WAIKIKI 4 HOURS FREE!!】We offer a seasonal tasting menu that utilizes ingredients that tells the story of our islands and the history behind it. Bar Area is accepting walk-ins.**Our Hale tasting menu is 6 courses for $120 and our Aina (Vegan) tasting menu is 6 courses for $100. We accommodate Pescatarian, No-Red Meat, Vegetarian, and Vegan diets.We CANNOT accommodate Gluten-Free. Please note if you are bringing kids for the tasting menu and if they will be having the course menu.Nae OgawaHer career started at the prestigious Michelin-starred NARISAWA in Tokyo. She then moved to New York at 21 years old to work at famed Michelin-starred Bouley.Shortly after, she was flown to Paris to work at the popular bistro, La Bourse et La Vie. In 2021, her ideas came to fruition with natuRe waikiki, an upscale restaurant featuring Sustainable Island French cuisine.
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3. Merriman's Honolulu
4.7
Exceptional(4356)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu
Booked 110 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
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4. Hoku's
4.7
Exceptional(2276)
Price: Very Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu
Booked 13 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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5. Olili
4.5
Awesome(231)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki
Booked 18 times today
Located inside Waikiki Market, ʻOlili serves contemporary cuisine rooted in the traditions of Hawaii. Our food and drinks are inspired by the culturally diverse tastes we know and love.
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6. Cino
4.5
Awesome(399)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Kaka'ako
Booked 40 times today
Cino, an Italian Chophouse & Crudo Bar, is a foodie haven. Reviews rave about the restaurant's imaginative and delicious food, expertly prepared by a chef with a unique style. The atmosphere is lively, modern, and vibrant, with a hip vibe that customers love. The menu is small but sufficient to meet all tastes, with unique and different dishes. Customers highly recommend trying everything on the menu, making it a must-visit for foodies.
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7. Arancino at The Kahala
4.8
Exceptional(1381)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Honolulu
Booked 45 times today
1st Place 'Best Italian Restaurant' winner of the 2018 2019 2020 & 2021 Honolulu Magazine Hale 'Aina Awards - we invite you to enjoy our award-winning Italian cuisine in our beautiful ‘al-fresco’ setting and experience a culinary journey of Italy through Executive Chef Daisuke Hamamoto thoughtfully crafted menu – featuring fresh locally sourced products and fine ingredients imported from Italy. An after dinner menu also featuring dessert creations by our patissier and after dinner drinks are also available for your enjoyment. In addition, an extensive wine list designed by our sommelier, features many premium wines from Italy and Pacific Rim countries.
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8. Tempura Ichika
4.9
Exceptional(37)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Ala Moana
Booked 11 times today
Discover the vibrant allure of Honolulu’s culinary scene at Tempura Ichika, where Michelin-starred chef Kiyoshi Chikano redefines refined dining with an exceptional Tempura Omakase experience. As Honolulu’s sole full-time resident Michelin-star chef, Chikano infuses his deep-fried creations with a perfect blend of tradition and innovation.Our business hours: 5PM to 10PM with two seating system.Open Tue to Sat, irregularly open on Monday.
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9. Morimoto Asia - Waikiki
4.5
Awesome(4047)
Price: Very Expensive
• Asian • Waikiki
Booked 50 times today
Morimoto Asia is Chef Masaharu Morimoto Pan-Asian Restaurant. The creativity of Chef Morimoto is already one of the most inventive forces in Asian cuisine. This culinary destination includes unique exhibition kitchens that showcase traditions like Peking duck carving and lobster. Morimoto Asia's eye-catching and beautiful beach views includes lounges, private's dining spaces, and an exhibition glass encased kitchen that allows guests a behind the scenes glimpse of the culinary action.
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10. UMI by Vikram Garg
4.5
Awesome(314)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Waikiki
Booked 6 times today
UMI by Vikram Garg’s Breakfast menu features contemporary signature dishes from around the world. Garg’s seafood-centric Dinner menu offers both a la carte and seasonal tasting menus celebrating the abundance of the sea. For more information visit www.umibyvikramgarg.com and follow the making of UMI at @umi_vikramgarg. Attire: Smart Casual. Corkage: $40/Bottle, Limit one bottle per reservation.
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