Restaurants in Hawaii

Articles on this page

• Nuka

  Haiku, Maui

  A key to the success for this small yet extremely popular sushi bar and restaurant in rural Haiku is the array of quality items on the menu combined with the mastery of sushi maker Hiro Takanashi and his chefs. Hiro is a bit of a local legend when it comes to Maui sushi making. Having teamed up with the owners of the popular Paia Fish Market, Nuka uses prime selections of fresh caught fish from which to create artful and tasteful creations that could easily have been served up to you at

• Da Kitchen

  Kahului, Maui

  Serving up local grinds, aloha, and big smiles It doesn't get any more local than Da Kitchen! The restaurant opened its first cafe in Kihei in 1998, and the uber casual "plate lunch in a takeout container" was an instant hit with locals and curious tourists alike. In 2000, Da Kitchen expanded, opening up a full-service restaurant in Kahulu. Both locations serve up an expansive menu of "ono" dishes and have seating for dine-in guests, although the Kihei location still

• Haliimaile General Store

  Makawao, Maui

  The original restaurant opened by famed Maui chef and restaurateur Bev Gannon, Haliimaile General Store has won countless awards over its 25+ years in business. The food speaks for itself, delicious and flavorful combinations of ingredients brought into special arrangements signature to Bev Gannon's restaurants. The Upcountry Maui location is a great treat for lunch or dinner, especially paired with other activities or explorations in the area.At a Glance:&l

• Hukilau Lanai

  Kapaa, Kauai

  Hukilau Lanai is becoming very popular for its consistently delicious food and a courteous service. There is an air of family about the place, which is surprising as they are located amidst a hotel lobby in Kapaa town. It is a very visitor friendly environment with Hawaiian slack key guitar music drifting along on the ocean breezes every evening in their lounge. The ocean is just 50 yards from the restaurant and can be seen from the upper lounge, and the lower dining areas.&lt

• Flatbread

  Paia, Maui

  The Flatbread Company approaches pizza with a unique, out-of-the-box flair, with an emphasis on natural, healthy, locally-sourced ingredients. With several locations around the country, it rounds out the dining choices in the North Shore bohemian town of Paia with perfection. Flatbread Company opens their doors along Baldwin Ave daily at 10am, and sees a non-stop flow of people through closing time. Don't be daunted by the crowd gathered around the sidewalk waiting for a table; it's wor

• The Hanalei Gourmet

  Hanalei, Kauai

  A great eatery at the hub of Hanalei town, the Hanalei Gourmet has been around since 1985. Many Hanalei restaurants have come and gone, while the Gourmet has been consistently feeding the masses. The food is approachable and slightly gourmet, but with an environment non-pretentious and inviting. There's even a bar with "happy hour" and local entertainment in the evenings.Cuisine: American/Pacific Rim

• Monkeypod

  Wailea, Maui

  Monkeypod in south Maui serves up a a menu of locally-sourced, inspired culinary creations in an eclectic, modern space that fuses laid-back island charm with sleek style. A branch of the Merriman Restaurant group, Monkeypod opened in Wailea in 2011 and features 36 craft brews on tap served at 29 degrees, a varied menu of Hawaiian and traditional American fare, a kiawe wood pizza oven, unique, tropically-inspired cocktails, and live music. Just a short drive south of

• Gaylord's and the Mahiko Lounge

  Lihue, Kauai

  The 16,000 square foot Kilohana Estate is a stately manor built in 1935 by sugar baron Gaylord Wilcox. In 1986 the visitor experience of "Kilohana" was crafted incorporating the restoration of the old manor and estate into shops, galleries, a luau grounds, and "Gaylord's" restaurant. Housed in the main house of the plantation, Gaylord's Restaurant and Mahiko Lounge showcase gourmet Hawaiian food in the courtyard and dining ro

• Hula Grill Waikiki

  Waikiki, Oahu

  This casual beachfront eatery in Waikiki exudes the chill, laid-back "island vibe" that Hawaii has become so well-known for. Located oceanfront at the Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort, Hula Grill is the perfect place to take a break from the beach while enjoying pupus (appetizers,) fish tacos, people watching, colorful tropical cocktails (complete with umbrellas,) and live music (nightly from 7pm - 9pm).At a Glance:Hula Grill Waik

• Star Noodle

  Lahaina, Maui

  Although hidden away in an "off-the-beaten-path" area of Lahaina, Star Noodle is one of west Maui's best restaurants, offering up a unique twist on Asian cuisine in a sleek, clean modern space. The menu features a variety of tapas-style "share plates," noodles, and desserts, as well as a full bar and cocktail menu with extensive sake options. At a GlanceStar Noodle is located on the mauka (mountain) side of the highway