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1. Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki

4.7

Exceptional(2671)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki

Booked 280 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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2. Merriman's Honolulu

4.7

Exceptional(4384)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu

Booked 130 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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3. Hula Grill - Waikiki

4.6

Exceptional(6902)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki

Booked 168 times today

We are open for open-air dining, takeout, and curbside pickup. Visit hulagrillwaikiki.com to view our menus or place an online order!Immerse yourself in the chef-driven aloha of Hula Grill Waikiki. Located just above Duke’s in the Outrigger Hotel, you’ll find the perfect spot to savor a moment above the hustle and bustle of Waikiki with the best restaurant view of Diamond Head in a relaxing and authentic atmosphere. Sourced from local fishermen, farmers, and ranchers, you’ll enjoy line-caught fresh fish, Oahu grown produce, and all-natural meats served with the spirit of aloha.

4. Deck.

4.2

Awesome(4003)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Hawaiian • Waikiki

Booked 109 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.

5. Hau Tree

4.5

Awesome(310)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Honolulu

Booked 143 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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6. Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Waikiki, HI

4.8

Exceptional(6568)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki

Booked 99 times today

Aloha! Tommy Bahama combines a tranquil environment and excellent food with an emphasis on hospitality to make for the perfect place to recharge or unwind while indulging in a unique dining experience. The experience is sure to feel like a getaway, whether you’re on vacation or looking for a vacation from your everyday life.During current capacity restrictions we are operating on Walk-In basis. For any seating requests or accommodations, please call the restaurant 808.923.8785.Mahalo

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7. Arancino di Mare - Marriott

4.6

Exceptional(2561)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Waikiki

Booked 67 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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8. Ruscello - Nordstrom Ala Moana

4.7

Exceptional(4049)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Honolulu

Booked 79 times today

Enjoy a delightful dining experience at Nordstrom restaurants, where you can savor chef inspired dishes, using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Come and try our signature handcrafted soups, entrees and desserts and pair it with a Nordstrom crafted cocktail, wine or beer. Call (808) 953-6110 to place your order or get delivery via DoorDash or Uber Eats.

A photo of Mariposa at Neiman Marcus - Ala Moana restaurant

9. Mariposa at Neiman Marcus - Ala Moana

4.7

Exceptional(5843)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 73 times today

THE MARIPOSA located on Level 3 of Neiman Marcus ALA MOANA greets you to a panoramic view of the Ala Moana Beach Park located directly across. Enjoy seating in our Dining Room, or on the Lanai. Mariposa Restaurant boasts a spectacular ocean view and extraordinary cuisine from Executive Chef Lance Kosaka. Find your favorite menu items plus new selections too. Open daily for Lunch: Sunday 11am - 4:30pm (last seating), Monday - Saturday 11am - 3:00pm (last seating)Our Sunset Lounge Menu is offered Thursday 5pm -7:30pm, Friday 5pm - 7:30pm & Saturday 5pm - 7:30pm (last seating) Enjoy a commanding view of the Friday Night Fireworks display from any seat in the Restaurant or on the Lanai. For your convenience, please enter from the Mariposa private entrance, ocean side Mall Level of Neiman Marcus. Hours may vary on Holidays -- please call for more information.

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10. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Waikiki Beach Walk

4.7

Exceptional(5397)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Waikiki

Booked 103 times today

Welcome to Ruth's Chris Steak House, Waikiki. When you visit Ruth's Chris, you soon understand that this is no ordinary restaurant. From the USDA prime steaks, broiled to perfection in a trademark 1800 degree oven and served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, to the expertly executed seafood, island fresh fish, New Orleans inspired appetizers, unforgettable dessert and an award winning wine list, you will find that this is the steak house to which others aspire.

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BrianVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Loved the live music! (Piano and clarinet…sounded great!). And we were able to order a salad with fish, which was ono…it was amazing!
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Merriman's HonoluluPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Honolulu
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4.7
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KathyVIP
Denver / Colorado •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was great. Lots of choices! Service was great and you can’t beat the view
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Monkeypod Kitchen - WaikikiPrice: Moderate• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Waikiki
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4.7
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Amber
New York City •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Brunch was great, the view - epic. I’d say that the brunch selection for foods is a little sparse but besides that, it’s great.
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Deck.Price: Expensive• Hawaiian• Waikiki
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4.2
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JohnVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •43 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always a beautiful oceanfront dining experience! Thank you!
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Hau TreePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Honolulu
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4.5
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Tomy
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 17, 2025
Great experience beautiful view , food was delicious
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Hula Grill - WaikikiPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Waikiki
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4.6

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