From Fusion to Hawaiian to modern cuisine, Honolulu features 41 award-winning restaurants that make it a emerging food destination. The city boasts World's 50 Best nods and James Beard Awards across its restaurant scene. Honolulu is a rising star in the culinary world.
The best restaurants in Honolulu
41 expert-reviewed restaurants, with what makes each one stand out. Track 40+ global award systems in one place, updated continuously.
1. Koko Head Cafe
Koko Cafe in Hawaii is a casual eatery serving Pan Asian fare. By: Top Chef alum Lee Anne Wong Koko Head Cafe is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Asian, Fusion · 1145 12th Ave C, Honolulu, HI 96816
2.AV Restaurant
AV Restaurant, which stands for “All-Vegan Restaurant,” offers diners a whimsical, high-end approach to vegan cuisine, serving a multi-course vegan tasting menu. By: Top Chef alum Ken Lee AV Restaurant is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
1135 11th Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
3.Asato Family Shop
At Asato Family Shop, sherbet is more than just a treat — it’s a memory. Inspired by the old-school flavors of crack seed stores, the manapua man, and local childhood snacks, every scoop is a taste of small-kid time in Hawai‘i. Asato Family Shop is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Desserts · 1306 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
4.Bali Oceanfront
Bali Steak Oceanfront is a steak and seafood restaurant serving guests in an open-air setting with luxurious vibes and ocean views. Bali Oceanfront is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Seafood · 2005 Kalia Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815
5.Bar Leather Apron
Bar Leather Apron is an intimate cocktail bar located in downtown Honolulu, offering an ever-changing menu of classic cocktails and bespoke creations, as well as beer, wine, and an expansive collection of premium spirits. Bar Leather Apron is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Bar · 745 Fort St #127a, Honolulu, HI 96813
6.Beach House by Roy Yamaguchi
Beach House by Roy Yamaguchi offers a menu using the freshest local ingredients from farmers, fishers, and ranchers. By: Top Chef alum Roy Yamaguchi Beach House by Roy Yamaguchi is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Fusion, Hawaiian · 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731
7.Breadshop
Breadshop is a craft bakery located in Kaimuki, Hawaii selling made-from-scratch, artisanal breads, including focaccia and brioche. Breadshop is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Bakery · 3408 Waialae Ave #104, Honolulu, HI 96816
8.Eating House 1849 — Waikiki
The Eating House 1849 pays homage to Hawaii’s vibrant culinary heritage, using produce from local farmers, ranchers, foragers, and fishers. The restaurant blends two worlds: the easy ambiance and simple flavors of a plantation town with the dynamic modernity of haute cuisine. By: Top Chef alum Roy Yamaguchi Eating House 1849 — Waikiki is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
2330 Kalakaua Ave #322, Honolulu, HI 96815
9.Empire Steak House Hawaii
Atop the Ilikai Hotel, this New York dining destination offers prime steaks, fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and stunning Honolulu views in an elegant and welcoming setting. Experience the perfect blend of sophistication and island charm. Empire Steak House Hawaii is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Hawaiian, Seafood · 1777 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
10.Ethel's Grill
Open since 1979, Ethel's Grill is a cash-only neighborhood eatery serving homestyle Asian eats. Ethel's Grill is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Asian · 232 Kalihi St, Honolulu, HI 96819
11.Fujiya Hawai‘i
Fujiya Hawai‘i is a longtime bakery providing Japanese sweets and snacks, including mochi, tea cookies & deep-fried tofu. All products are "HAWAIʻI WAGASHI" — made in Hawaii and rooted in traditional Japanese sweets WAGASHI — the fusion of Japanese and Hawaii flavors! Fujiya Hawai‘i is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Bakery, Fusion, Hawaiian, Japanese · 930 Hauʻoli St, Honolulu, HI 96826
12.Fête
Fête is rooted in the local farm-to-table movement — a place where seasonality and culinary tradition are celebrated in tandem. One part Hawaii and one part Brooklyn. The atmosphere shares a brasserie feel with a laid-back island sensibility — featuring an open kitchen, lush plant wall, brick walls, and lots of natural light in a historic Chinatown building. Fête is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Fusion, Hawaiian · 2 N Hotel St, Honolulu, HI 96817
13.GOEN Dining + Bar
Goen Dining + Bar menu offers a combination of creative new American dishes showcasing Hawaii's vibrant local flavors in a hip and refreshing atmosphere. By: Top Chef alum Roy Yamaguchi GOEN Dining + Bar is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Hawaiian · 573 Kailua Rd, Kailua, HI 96734
14.Giovedi
Welcome to Giovedi, where culinary traditions meet innovation. Giovedi, an Italian-Asian restaurant, combines traditional Italian cooking techniques with bold, vibrant pan-Asian flavors. Rooted in rich cultural traditions, the dishes are crafted with European sensibilities, showcasing sound technique and distinctive ingredients to create a unique dining experience. Giovedi is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Italian · 10 S Hotel St, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
15.Hoku's
With uninterrupted views of the Pacific ocean, dining at Hoku’s is a complete sensory experience, treating guests to sophisticated Pacific Rim fare served beachside at the Kahala Hotel. Hoku's is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Hawaiian · 5000 Kahala Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
16.Hy's Steak House — Honolulu
Hy’s Steak House serves USDA prime beef and steaks cooked over Hawaiian Kiawe wood. Hy's Steak House — Honolulu is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Hawaiian · 2440 Kūhiō Ave., Honolulu, HI 96815
17.Kapa Hale
Kapa Hale is a modern take on Hawaii Regional Cuisine (HRC). HRC is a style of cooking that blends Hawaii’s diverse ethnic flavors with cuisines of the world. Inspired by Hawaiian, American, European, and Asian flavors, Kapa Hale incorporates the stories from local farmers and fresh produce from Hawaii. Kapa Hale is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Fusion, Hawaiian · 4614 Kilauea Ave Suite 102, Honolulu, HI 96816
18.La Mer
La Mer is regarded as one of the most prestigious fine-dining restaurants on Oahu, with ocean views capturing the romance and elegance of Halekulani. The internationally acclaimed menu features local and tropical ingredients in dishes inspired by flavors from the south of France. The award-winning extensive wine selection complements the cuisine for an unforgettable dining experience. La Mer is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French · 2199 Kalia Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
19.La Vie
La Vie is a contemporary restaurant in Hawaii that draws inspiration from local ingredients and community collaborations. The Menu de la Maison (House Menu) features La Vie's most popular dishes over the years, and Menu de Saison (Seasonal Menu) highlights seasonal specialties. Beverage pairings are also available to enhance each course! La Vie is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French, Fusion, Hawaiian · 383 Kalaimoku St, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
20.M by Jeremy Shigekane (formerly Chef Mavro)
M by Jeremy Shigekane offers modern Hawai’i French bistro dining, exquisite tasting menus, vegetarian and vegan options, a la carte dining, and fun, unique Bar M craft cocktails and mocktails. M by Jeremy Shigekane (formerly Chef Mavro) is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French, Fusion, Hawaiian · 1969 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96826
21.MW Restaurant
MW Restaurant serves creative, regional Hawaiian cuisine crafted from locally-sourced ingredients. MW Restaurant is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Creative, Hawaiian, Regional Cuisine · 888 Kapiolani Blvd, Commercial Unit, Suite 201, Honolulu, HI 96813
22.Miro Kaimuki
Miro Kaimuki features a French-inspired menu punctuated with Japanese flavors and techniques. The restaurant is a reunion for chefs Chris Kajioka and Mourad Lahlou, who first worked together at San Francisco's Aziza and Mourad. Miro Kaimuki is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French, Fusion, Japanese · 3446 Waialae Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
23.Morimoto Asia
Morimoto Asia Morimoto Asia Waikiki, conceived by internationally acclaimed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto, serves as the signature restaurant of Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach. The dinner-only culinary destination features Iron Chef Morimoto's iconic cuisine that seamlessly integrates Western and traditional Asian ingredients with unmatched creativity and innovation. Morimoto Asia is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Asian, Fusion · 2490 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
24.Mugen
Mugen Waikiki, the intimate restaurant inside ESPACIO — The Jewel of Waikiki, is a French-Japanese culinary concept featuring local produce and the finest globally sourced ingredients. The expertly crafted seasonal menus include quality items such as fresh fish from Japan’s renowned Toyosu market, Wagyu from Hokkaido, lobster from Kona, and black truffles from Europe. Mugen is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French-Japanese · 2452 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
25.Nami Kaze
Nami Kaze crafts Japanese-American fusion cuisine by Chef Jason Peel. Nami Kaze is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Fusion, Japanese · 1135 N Nimitz Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817
26.Nisshodo Candy Store
For over 100 years, Nisshodo Candy Store has been proudly serving homemade Japanese confections, treating locals and visitors to delectable treats. Nisshodo Candy Store is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Bldg I-5, 1095 Dillingham Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96817
27.Noe
Noe is a remix of traditional Southern Italian ingredients and age-old recipes, impeccably prepared and presented in a reimagined contemporary outdoor setting featuring local seafood, top-quality meats, and homemade pasta. Noe is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
92-1001 Olani St, Kapolei, HI 96707
28.Orchids
Orchids is Halekulani's oceanfront restaurant and one of the top restaurants on Oahu, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as the best Sunday Brunch Honolulu offers. The cuisine celebrates the sophisticated flavors of the coastal Italian regions with distinctive flair, served in a casually elegant space filled with the namesake flower. Orchids is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Mediterranean · 2199 Kalia Road, Honolulu, Hawaii 96815
29.Pint + Jigger
Pint + Jigger is Hawaii's premier craft cocktail bar featuring the largest whiskey selection in the state alongside innovative bar food plus craft brews on tap. Pint + Jigger is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
410 Atkinson Dr, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA
30.Restaurant XO
Restaurant XO serves creative, upscale Asian Fusion-style dishes sourced from fresh and local ingredients. By: Top Chef alum Ken Lee Restaurant XO is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Asian, Fusion · 3434 Waialae Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
31.Roy's — Hawaii Kai
Roy’s is known for Hawaiian Fusion cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients, European sauces, and bold Asian spices focusing on seafood. By: Top Chef alum Roy Yamaguchi Roy's — Hawaii Kai is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Fusion, Hawaiian · 6600 Kalanianaʻole Hwy Suite 110, Honolulu, HI 96825
32.Roy's — Ko Olina Golf Course
Roy’s is known for Hawaiian Fusion cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients, European sauces, and bold Asian spices focusing on seafood. By: Top Chef alum Roy Yamaguchi Roy's — Ko Olina Golf Course is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Fusion, Hawaiian, Seafood · 92-1220 Aliinui Dr, Kapolei, HI 96707
33.Roy's — Waikiki
Roy’s is known for Hawaiian Fusion cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients, European sauces, and bold Asian spices focusing on seafood. By: Top Chef alum Roy Yamaguchi Roy's — Waikiki is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Fusion, Hawaiian · 226 Lewers St, Honolulu, HI 96815
34.SOLERA
Waikiki restaurant with a view, Solera is inspired by Hawaii’s unique sense of place and rich, deeply-rooted flavors while honoring its harmonious blending of global influences. The menu celebrates the timeless balance of tradition and innovation, creating dishes that honor the past while embracing a forward-thinking approach. SOLERA is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Fusion, Hawaiian · 383 Kalaimoku St, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
35.STRIPSTEAK Waikiki
STRIPSTEAK Waikiki is the modern American Steakhouse remixed, remade, and reinvented with a unique blend of Asian influence and the signature Chef Michael Mina flair. An evocative, inventive, and highly curated menu offers guests the best seafood, foie gras, and, of course, signature cuts of premium steaks in all of Waikiki. STRIPSTEAK Waikiki is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Fusion · 2330 Kalākaua Ave #330, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
36.Sooper Secret Izakaya
Sooper Secret Izakaya offers a version of kaiseki in an elevated izakaya setting; reservation only. Sooper Secret Izakaya is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
2045 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
37.Sushi Ginza Onodera
In operation since 2013, Sushi Ginza Onodera is located within a small, wood-hued building with a sushi counter offering three Omakase menus and sake. Sushi Ginza Onodera is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Japanese, Omakase · 808 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816, USA
38.Sushi Izakaya Gaku
Sushi Izakaya Gaku is an izakaya-style eatery serving traditional Japanese eats, including raw fish and omakase. Sushi Izakaya Gaku is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Izakaya, Japanese, Omakase · 1329 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96814
39.Sushi Sho
Sushi Sho debuts in the US at The Ritz-Carlton Waikiki resort, offering omakase-style meals, pairing varying types of seasoned rice with more than 40 kinds of fresh fish. The exclusive space features 16 seats, including a beautiful counter. Sushi Sho is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Omakase, Sushi · 383 Kalaimoku St, Honolulu, HI 96815
40.The Pig and The Lady
The Pig and the Lady is a family-owned and operated restaurant cooking food that feeds the soul with Vietnamese sensibilities. The Pig and The Lady is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Vietnamese · 3650 Waialae Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816, USA
41.Wolfgang's Steakhouse - Waikiki
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse is a classic steakhouse featuring only USDA prime beef stored in an in-house aging room for dry aging. In addition to steaks, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse offers a variety of appetizers and side dishes. Wolfgang's Steakhouse - Waikiki is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 2301 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
