The best restaurants in Honolulu

Phở Nam keeps it classic with aromatic, slow-simmered phở built on fresh, locally sourced ingredients, plus crisp spring rolls to start.…

725 Kapiolani Blvd Apt C126 · ✓ checked Jul 30

Made-to-order and double-fried in extra virgin olive oil, bb.q Chicken nails that shatteringly crispy skin with juicy meat inside. Go for…

4210 Waialae Ave Ste 203 · ✓ checked Jul 30

Family-owned restaurant serving Mexican cuisine, plus beer, wine & margaritas, in a casual setting.

2140 S Beretania St.

Lively outpost with tiki-hut decor serving burgers, American standards & tropical drinks.

2500 Kalākaua Ave

Casual Japanese eatery featuring a sushi bar, table service and delivery via automated train system.

100 Holomoana St Ground Floor

Seafood-heavy, often Spanish establishment, specializing in paella (valencia-style rice dish often served in a pan) and tapas, plus…

346 Lewers St #1f

No-frills Asian eatery known for its crispy fried chicken and mac salad, plus spicy wings and garlic options.

1102 Pensacola St

Friendly, family-owned Mexican kitchen serving burritos, tacos and seafood dishes from its food truck.

575 Cooke St

Cozy bar and restaurant offering locally sourced, from-scratch comfort food and cocktails.

202 Merchant St

Elevated Hawaiian & New American menus, with imaginative drinks, served in refined surrounds.

75 N King St

Casual restaurant for catfish, chicken 'n' waffles and other Southern specialties served in a charming space.

753 Queen St Unit A

Charming food truck turning out juicy burger creations, such as the signature Aloha Smash variety.

405 Lewers St

Cool, creative eatery serving locally sourced, modern American fare & cocktails, plus live music.

660 Ala Moana Blvd

Sleek contemporary venue with a long bar serving Hawaiian regional fare from a celebrated chef.

1009 Kapiolani Blvd

Bright cafe featuring local breakfast dishes such as scrambles and burritos, as well as lunch fare and coffee.

464 Ena Rd

Sushi restaurant (BYOB) featuring a bar seating 12 for a chef's-choice omakase menu.

567 Kapahulu Ave

Stylish, convivial locavore joint with elegant murals serving creative takes on island cuisine.

4614 Kilauea Ave Ste 102

Italian-Asian fusion fare, plus craft cocktails, served in an intimate setting.

10 N Hotel St

Casual restaurant offering familiar Vietnamese fare such as pho and banh mi.

1160 Maunakea St

Authentic Texas BBQ spot for brisket, ribs and other smoked meats.

443 Cooke St

Artistic, vegan-friendly restaurant featuring a tasting menu, alongside wine and cocktail pairings.

413 Seaside Ave #2F

Unassuming destination serving Japanese classics including soba, tempura & sushi.

1610 S King St # A

Traditional and seared sushi spot, some featuring fish from Hawaii and Japan.

2700 S King St

Tacos & other Mexican fast food are served all day in a no-frills setting with outdoor seating.

2310 Kūhiō Ave. Ste 100

Italian classics & homemade pasta served at lunch & dinner in comfortable, snug surrounds.

725 Kapiolani Blvd

Window-serve shack since 1978 with outdoor seating & late hours, selling Hawaiian BBQ plates.

1366 Dillingham Blvd

Casual counter serve specializing in Korean-style fried chicken wings, sandwiches, and spicy sauces.

1095 Dillingham Blvd F1

Creative, elevated Italian dishes served in a polished restaurant that has a robust wine list.

2552 Kalākaua Ave

Local chain turning out Hawaiian standards such as chicken katsu and loco moco for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

1960 Kapiolani Blvd Ste 102

Japanese specialties include inventive sushi rolls & tempura in a festive space with late hours.

762 Kapiolani Blvd

Laid-back pizza parlor with a sports bar vibe that serves chicken wings and burgers.

2330 Kalākaua Ave

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

1210 Dillingham Blvd

Easygoing eatery doling out locavore Hawaiian cuisine in breezy, surfer-themed environs.

1831 Ala Moana Blvd #201

Lively, spacious & stylish eatery offering local seafood alongside wine, cocktails & live music.

1108 Auahi St #170

Casual, welcoming Japanese eatery offering sushi and sashimi, plus fried rice and Korean options.

204 Liliʻuokalani Ave

Classic burgers are served with milkshakes & draft beer at this chill, whitewashed-brick locale.

1110 Nuuanu Ave

Laid-back barbecue eatery serving skewers, chicken and other meats, seafood and vegetables.

925 Isenberg St

Casual venue featuring pho, bun bo hue and rice vermicelli, plus banh mi.

655 Ke’eaumoku St #104

Group-friendly place by Town's Ed Kenney for inventive Hawaiian small plates & cocktails.

3452 Waialae Ave

Cool, brick-walled hangout serving New American cuisine for lunch & dinner, plus cocktails & beer.

2 N Hotel St

Elegant, modern restaurant serving Southern Sicilian fare & an extensive wine selection.

227 Lewers St

Cozy spot with rustic decor whipping up Italian dishes like pizza, pasta and risotto, plus take-out.

3045 Monsarrat Ave Unit 4

Pizzas, wings & BBQ whipped up in a laid-back venue with a lively bar & a 7-barrel brewery.

1945 Kalākaua Ave

Celeb chef Lee Anne Wong runs this brunch stop for breakfast udon, congee & other Pan-Asian eats.

1120 12th Ave #100

Artsy, industrial-chic locale featuring inventive, handcrafted cocktails & eclectic small plates.

675 Auahi St #130

Cool, brick-lined venue dishing up seasonally inspired American plates, plus classic cocktails.

49 N Hotel St

Hawaiian fare made with local, organic ingredients in a cozy cafe with indoor and outdoor seating.

342 Seaside Ave

Friendly family-owned spot dishing up pancakes, French toast, omelets and loco moco dishes for breakfast.

2480 Kūhiō Ave.

The breezy open-air vibe at this eatery creates a welcoming scene for American grub & drinks.

2586 Kalākaua Ave

Easygoing destination serving tapas, paella & grills, plus pasta & wood-fired pizzas.

885 Kapahulu Ave