Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : American

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Address: 2500 Kalakaua Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 923-3731
Open: Daily 7am-11pm

Cheeseburger in Paradise honors Jimmy Buffet in both name and practice, since it's named after one of his songs and you'll often hear his music in the background as part of the ambiance.

It's a popular, casual pub-style restaurant directly across from Waikiki Beach with great views of the water where there's lots of bamboo, burgers, and margarita flavors. Plus huge salads, Mai Tais, and the best fries (regular or chili cheese).

They have stock rock music on during the day and live entertainment after 4pm in a lively but generally laid-back atmosphere.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : American

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Address: 3308 Kanaina Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 737-0177
Open: Daily 7am-9pm

A classic plate lunch and burger drive-in, Rainbow's is just 5 minutes from the Waikiki Beach tower and has the best plate lunches in town. From the 60's-looking menu boards to wax paper-wrapped sandwiches and fries served in thin cardboard boxes, it's a popular dive, especially at lunchtime.

The tender BBQ steak, mixed plate dish, or chili rice bowls are all excellent and there's a top-notch yummy strawberry slush float to enjoy in the casual friendly atmosphere.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : American

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Address: Located at the Outrigger Waikiki on The Beach. 2335 Kalakaua Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 922-2268
Open: Daily 7am-midnight

Part of the chain of great Hawaiian restaurants, Duke's Waikiki was also named in honor of surf legend Duke Kahanamoku. With an oceanfront location at the Outrigger Hotel on the sands of Waikiki Beach, it overlooks the famous spot where Kahanamoku rode the biggest wave of his life. It's a Duke museum in itself, decorated with memorabilia like surfboards, posters, photos, and even a canoe. It's a trendy spot, almost always full of activity and music of the islands.

They're open all day and offer a full breakfast buffet until 10:30 or the "express" (without the hot stuff) until 11. For lunch you can have burgers, tacos, salads, pizza and even fresh fish "Duke's style" (baked in garlic, lemon and sweet basil glaze). Dinner offers delicious steak and seafood and the Barefoot Bar is always a fun spot for an appetizer or drink. Refreshing tropical cocktails are wonderful - try a Dig Me Daiquiri or the virgin version without the rum.

Along with live entertainment after 4pm and in the spirit of its namesake, Duke's is the place for an old Waikiki aloha experience.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : American

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Address: Sheraton Moana Surfrider 2365 Kalakauau Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 922-3111
Open: Daily 10:30am-12:30am, hot appetizers 5pm-9:30pm

The Beach Bar at the Sheraton Moana Surfrider, located at the Banyan Court, is just steps from the sand and an ideal spot for a bar. There are lots of outside tables under umbrellas, turquoise chairs and bar stools, and plenty of tropical drinks - great mai tais with mini umbrellas and one drink served straight out of a whole pineapple.

Take pleasure in appetizers and juicy burgers under the famous huge old banyan tree (75 feet high and 150 feet across!). Along with an intimate connection to the beach, there is live Hawaiian music and hula dancing to top off the perfect Waikiki beach bar experience.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : American

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Address: Sheraton Moana Surfrider 2365 Kalakaua Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 921-4600
Open: Daily 6am-11:30am, 11:30am-2pm, 5pm-9:30pm

Delicious casual dining at the Beachside Cafe comes along with great Waikiki Beach views from open deck seating or through the large windows of their main dining room.

In the morning, a breakfast buffet is available, with everything from eggs Benedict to fresh fruit, or order off the menu - the Belgian waffle with whipped cream, papaya, and strawberries is incredible. The lunch buffet choices change daily and are an impressive mix of creative seafood, salad, entrees, and desserts. Roasted salmon fettucine is one of the favorites from the afternoon a la carte menu. A seafood and prime rib buffet is available in the evening, along with delicious individual dishes, like crisp Thai spring rolls on an Oriental salad or the tender Beachside Seafood Potpourri.

Try a Mount Kilauea brownie with ice cream and fudge as a final satisfaction at this comfortable oceanfront cafe.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : American

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Address: Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach 2335 Kalakaua Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 923-HULA (923-4852)
Open: Daily 6:30am-10:30am & 5pm-10pm

Plantation Bar weekdays 4pm-midnight, weekends 3pm-midnight The Hula Grill and Plantation Bar in the upper lobby at the Outrigger Waikiki is decorated in pure Hawiian style, with thatched roof over the wood bar, canoes hanging from the ceiling, and slate floors. Waterfront dining includes close-up stunning views of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head as they glow in the morning sun, and a romantic evening ambiance.

Breakfast is terrific - try the impressive pineapple or coconut pancakes, eggs Benedict, or an omelette - and the coffee keeps coming. Kalua pork potstickers or the shrimp and Mauna Kea goat cheese quesadilla are part of the delicious dinner starter options, and the Screamin' Sesame Opah is a favorite entr�e. There are other flavorsome dishes to try, like the vegetarian stir-fry in a spicy black bean sauce, sizzling prime Kansas City Strip steak, and a variety of nightly specials.

Just downstairs, Duke's is the great party spot of the Outrigger Hotel, but go to the Hula Grill for an intimate talk with friends or romantic dinner at a superb beachside bistro.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : American

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Address: 2169 Kalia Rd.
Phone Number: (808) 922-2887
Open: Daily 7am-3pm & 1:30pm-2am

A great beach restaurant with tiered seating where you can sit farther back for a wider majestic view or be next to the sand at a railing table (so close you could reach out and touch the tiki torches and sunbathers if you wanted to, although it's probably not recommended).

Their breakfast buffet is full of fresh and tasty options and for dinner, you can cook tender steak and fish yourself on the huge stainless-steel type grill or order burgers, tacos, and sandwiches that don't involve any hands-on experience.

Hawaiian singers serenade you in the evenings as you dine in the large room with an open side and high, exposed beam ceilings.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : Thai

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Address: 2375 Kuhio Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 922-9888
Open: 7:30am-10:30pm

This Thai-American restaurant has two separate kitchens, one for each chef who prepares the Western and Thai items that fill their huge menu. Keoni's is an offshoot of the Honolulu favorite Keo's and includes a full bar, tropical floral arrangements, and local original art in a casual exotic atmosphere.

Mix and match for your own personal fusion meal - try crispy Bangkok duckling along with a creamy pasta, or shrimp panang curry plus the pan-roasted ahi filet (stuffed with shiitake mushrooms). Pad Thai, filet mignon, a seafood medley, and burgers are all part of the long list of options. For breakfast you can find tasty American dishes (eggs, bacon, pancakes) as well as Thai choices like seasoned seaweed and miso soup.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : American

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Address: 2301 Kalakaua Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 924-5001
Open: Monday - Thursday 11am-11pm, Friday & Saturday 11am-Midnight, Sunday 10am-11pm

The Waikiki Cheesecake Factory is part of an international chain that consistently upholds amazingly high standards. They're always busy and waits can be incredibly long, but if you don't mind hanging out for a while, you end up with a superb dining experience - efficient and friendly service, tons (and tons) of food choices, and dozens of spectacular cheesecakes. Located in the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, this popular spot includes two patios for outdoor dining and the entire menu (over 200 items) is also available in Japanese.

There is an incredible variety, from seafood, salads, and sandwiches to steak & chops, pastas, and pizzas, and portion sizes are very large. Eggs and omelettes are served all day, and the Sunday brunch is fabulous, with a scrumptious giant Belgian waffle treat.

There are also lots of fun cocktails and tropical drinks from the bar, and the Georgia Peach - a smoothie-like mix of Absolut vodka, peach liqueur and peaches swirled with raspberries - is the best. They don't accept reservations, but you do get a beeper while you wait. If a bar table opens up, though, grab it instead since the full menu is available there as well.

 Resort Area : Honolulu

 Food Type : Seafood

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Address: 100 N. Beretania St.
Phone Number: (808) 532-1868
Open: Monday - Friday 10:30am-2pm & 5:30pm-10pm, Saturday - Sunday 8am-2pm & 5:30-10pm

Legend in downtown Honolulu is an authentic Hong Kong dining experience in tropical paradise. In this large bright banquet room decorated Cantonese style, you'll probably hear more Chinese than any other language at your neighbor's tables.

Servers roll carts by at lunch with dim sum options in bamboo steamers, and you can have as much or as little of your choices as you'd like. This seafood restaurant also includes meat and vegetarian options and has one of the most extensive dim sum menus on the island - taro puffs, barbeque pork pastries, scallop and spinach dumplings, and incredible egg custard tarts, among other tasty items.

For dinner, there are seafood dishes like open-faced seafood with shiitake mushrooms and scallops. Some dishes are cooked tableside and most are eaten with chopsticks by the large crowd of Honolulu locals and tourists. But use a fork if you'd like and either way, you'll appreciate the impressive food.

 Resort Area : Honolulu

 Food Type : Seafood

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Address: 1910 Ala Moana Blvd.
Phone Number: (808) 947-1000
Open: Monday - Saturday 11:30am-2:30pm, Sunday & Holidays 11am-2:30pm & 5pm-9pm Monday - Thursday 5:30-9:30pm, Friday 5:30-10pm, Saturday 5pm-10pm

Todai Sushi & Seafood is part of a chain of large, modern buildings with huge buffets in Hong Kong, Korea, and across the U.S. The seafood buffet is a large square counter that carries a total of 160 feet worth of items - the 40 types of sushi are particularly impressive, and a great deal, but there are hot entrees included as well.

Traditional cooked cuisine like teriyaki meats, fried rice, and tempura, can be found at the steam table. Like with roller coasters, the height of your child will actually be taken into consideration (but in this case, the shorter the better) - Kids buffet prices are calculated for under 3, 4, and 5 feet tall.

There is also beer and wine available and a dessert bar with 50 or so treats from tiramisu and cheesecake to cookies and brownies.

 Resort Area : North Shore and Turtle Bay

 Food Type : Pacific Rim Cuisine

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Address: 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy
Phone Number: (800) 203-3650,(808) 293-8811
Open: Tuesday - Saturday 6pm-10pm

The Turtle Bay Resort's extraordinary main restaurant, 21 Degrees North, is on their lobby level with striking views of Oahu's North Shore waves through large glass walls.

Their five-course tasting menu, priced with or without the wine selections, includes crab crusted Hawaiian sea bass and petite filet mignon, which you can also find on their main entr�e menu, entitled "The Art of Food and Wine Pairing." That menu lists recommended wines along with each meal and offers chic starters like lobster, avocado, and grapefruit salad, or oysters in an open shell to begin a meal of braised Kona lobster or rosemary crusted Colorado lamb rack.

The signature dessert, the 21 phyllo, wraps a scrumptious brownie in phyllo dough with toasted macadamia nuts and raspberry sauce.

Tropical plants and a waterfall greet you at the entrance to the stylish restaurant and make your walk out as stunning as the fine dining experience inside.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : Seafood

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Address: Halekulani Hotel 2199 Kalia Rd.
Phone Number: (808) 923-2311
Open: Monday - Saturday 7:30am-11am, 11:30am-2pm, & 6pm-10pm; Sunday 9:30am-2:30pm & 6pm-10pm

The beautiful Halekulani Hotel's Orchids restaurant has a tropical ambiance in a casually elegant setting along the ocean. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and a famous Sunday brunch that Honolulu Magazine called "Oahu's Best."

Steamed snapper, charbroiled red salmon, or the Halekulani burger are great lunch options. Dinner choices range from fish to chicken to red meat and the seafood trilogy with parsley butter or New York steak with fresh squash are both delightful meals.

Orchids specialties are their ahi-seared sashimi with Cajun spices, island-raised moi with hearts of palm, and oriental style steamed onaga, so come hungry and dive in to the expertly crafted fusion food. The haupia lemon-grass br�l�e is a spectacular dessert, but there are many options to enjoy and beautiful Diamond Head views to see while you do.

 Resort Area : Honolulu

 Food Type : Euro Bistro

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Address: 66 Queen St., 3rd Floor
Phone Number: (808) 528-2400
Open: Mon-Fri 11am-2:30pm; Sun-Thurs 5pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm

Palomino's is a great Euro-bistro with combines French, Spanish, Italian, and even a bit of American influence. There's a 50 foot marble and mahogany bar and the d�cor includes chandeliers and an overall art-deco look to go with the harbor views from its windows.

There's flavorsome seafood ravioli or cedar-plank roasted salmon, and tasty pizzas with fresh seafood and veggie toppings. The Basque style chicken and Osso Bucco (simmered, roasted and served with creamy risotto) are favorites, and the amazing Caff� Affogato dessert of white-chocolate ice cream, espresso, and whipped cream is a must try.

It's a treasure near the Hawaii Theatre that's worth a visit if you're in the Honolulu area.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : Italian

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Address: Ilikai Hotel 1777 Ala Moana Blvd.
Phone Number: (808) 955-5559
Open: Sunday - Thursday 5:30pm-9pm; Friday - Saturday 5:30pm-9:30pm

The stunning views from Sarento's at the top of the Ilikai Hotel include downtown Honolulu's famous skyline, Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head, and the mountains. Preview the panoramic scenery on the glass elevator ride up to this special occasion place where you can enjoy fine Italian cuisine with great service and Hawaiian hospitality.

Tender veal satimbocca with shiitake mushrooms, succulent osso buco, and pastas like lobster ravioli are some of the appetizing options. Exceptional specialties include filet Sarento's, the Greek salad, and swordfish Portofino. The chocolate cheesecake is also a treat.

Take additional pleasure in live piano music and an overall stylish atmosphere that boasts spectacular sunsets (you can also see fireworks set off from the Hilton on Friday evenings).

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : Chinese

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Address: Hilton Hawaiian Village 2005 Kalia Rd.
Phone Number: (808) 946-5336
Open: Tuesday - Sunday 6pm-9:30pm

The Golden Dragon at the Hilton Hawaiian Village is a restaurant with a main dining room and outside terrace located on the Mezzanine Level of Rainbow Tower. It offers beautiful surroundings overlooking the tranquil Hilton Lagoon and Waikiki Beach, with two Chinese gardens and views of the Friday night fireworks. Elegant Asian d�cor, an enclosed glass smoking chamber room (where you can watch the traditional Chinese smoking of meats and delicacies from the dining room), and your own personal fortune telling by tea ladies add to the ambiance.

Their award-winning Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine includes a lobster tail stir-fry with curry sauce (served with coconut pudding) and the amazing Imperial Beggar's chicken (wrapped in lotus leaves, baked covered in clay, and opened at your table) which must be ordered 24 hours in advance. The Peking duck is carved tableside and their Lotus dinner - 9 courses of their finest dishes - allows them to make the choices for you. Desserts, wine, and Chinese liqueurs are some of the exotic treats to enjoy. There's an evening and aloha attire dress code required.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : American

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Address: Pacific Beach Hotel 2490 Kalakaua Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 921-6111
Open: Daily 6am-10pm, dinner from 4:30pm-10:30pm

Even without an oceanfront setting, this Waikiki restaurant stands out as a unique and irresistible experience where you can see beautiful (and a few somewhat scary) tropical fish closer up than at any beach bar. Dining tables surround a 3-story (280,000 gallon) aquarium and you're separated from enormous saltwater fish, stingrays, and sharks only by large panes of glass - altogether there are nearly 400 fish from more than 70 species swimming nearby as you dine.

Breakfast is a treat, from light fresh fruit and juices to pastries and griddle items like scrumptious Hawaiian French Toast. There's also a buffet with eggs and omelettes available (the Ocean Harvest one is delicious). The weekend brunch buffet is particularly good and includes seafood and dessert bars among heartier meal choices. Weekday lunch options range from seafood and burgers to steak and salads, and a great prime rib and seafood buffet at dinner.

Go for lunch and watch scuba divers feed the fish, or ask them to hold a personalized sign underwater for you if there's an extra special occasion!

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : Seafood

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Address: Outrigger Reef Hotel 2169 Kalia Rd.
Phone Number: (808) 923-2277
Open: Daily 5pm-10pm

On the lobby level of the Outrigger Reef Hotel, just steps from the Waikiki Shore, enter the Ocean House Restaurant through a cozy front porch and comfortable reception area (complete with fireplace) for excellent Pacific Rim dining.

Seafood and steak is the specialty and Hawaiian salt slow roasted prime rib au jus or crab stuffed mahimahi are both impressive choices. Appetizers like seared peppered scallops and coconut lobster skewers are sumptuous starters, and there's even a "Keiki" menu for children.

With plantation style era d�cor in an open-air environment, there is a casual elegance to go with the fresh island cuisine.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : Seafood

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Address: Waikiki Beach Marriott 2552 Kalakaua Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 931-6286
Open: Sunday - Thursday 5:30pm-10pm & Friday - Saturday 5:30pm-2am

There's an extensive menu at the Sansei Seafood Restaurant and Sushi Bar, with tasty traditional sushi and exciting Japanese fusion cuisine expertly crafted using island-fresh ingredients. Sushi, sashimi, "small plates," tempura, entrees and desserts all encourage family-style meals with lots of sharing.

The seared Hawaiian ahi tataki entree is terrific, as is their trademark Asian rock shrimp cake. Standard sushi options along with specialties like the Sansei flower sushi (fresh slices of yellowtail and ahi wrapped around rice topped with masago and uzura) and other rolls are flavorsome. And there's steak available, too, like a juicy beef tenderloin fillet or rib eye.

Sansei is an exotic treat at the Waikiki Marriott - eat in the main dining room surrounded by classic and contemporary Asian art, or on the lanai overlooking Waikiki beach. Enjoy Karaoke or the Friday night entertainment nightclub (for ages 25 and up).

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : Local Cuisine

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Address: Hawaii Prince Hotel 100 Holomoana St., 3rd Floor
Phone Number: (808) 944-4494
Open: Daily 6am-10:30am, Monday - Saturday 11:30am-2pm, Sunday brunch 11:15am-1pm, Monday - Thursday 6pm-9:30pm, Friday - Sunday seafood buffet 5:30pm-9:30pm

In a bright room with high ceilings and walls (more than half of which are top-to-bottom windows), the Prince Court Restaurant offers grand views of Ala Wai Yacht Harbor from its 3rd floor location in the Hawaii Prince Hotel. Even with classy crisp white tablecloths, tall palm trees swaying nearby, and a sophisticated central buffet station, the food is still actually the main attraction, and for good reason.

The contemporary island cuisine blends dining influences from the East and West with a menu that includes spectacular fresh seafood and local Hawaiian specialties. The legendary Sunday buffet has pastries, eggs, and salads, even a sushi station, hot selections, and desserts. The dinner buffet is also exceptional, with unique options like Vietnamese Pho (thinly sliced beef or shredded chicken) and a ton of grilled and roasted seafood, steak, and lamb.

Enjoy a perfect bread pudding with vanilla anglaise to end, along with a beautiful sunset or Friday night fireworks view.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : Pacific Rim Cuisine

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Address: 2863 Kalakaua Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 921-7066
Open: Daily 7am-11am & 5:30pm-9pm, Monday - Saturday 11:30am-2pm, Sunday 12pm-2pm

The Hau Tree Lanai is a charming outdoor experience under covered umbrellas and a canopy of the ancient hau tree. The Sans Souci beach sand is just inches from their outside porch's (or lanai's) railing and a couple tiki torches are sprinkled around to add to the mood.

Breakfast greats like the Hawaiian platter of miniature poi pancakes, the Garden Benedict (sauteed spinach and tomatoes in place of the usual meat), or Parisian fresh baked pastries make it a delightful meal. Lunch offers salads, burgers, fish, steak, and more and is one of the best times to people watch at the beach. For dinner there are chef specials and fresh seafood, chicken, and steak dishes plus friendly service all round. Try seared garlic herb ahi, duck confit, or Chinese-style steamed tofu with sweet Asian honey soy sauce.

They're proud that Robert Louis Stevenson ate in and recommended this same island spot a century ago, and their menu includes quotes from the famous author and a bit of history on the location (previously a local family estate and trans Pacific cable point of origin).

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : Japanese

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Address: New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel 2863 Kalakaua Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 921-7077
Open: Daily 5:30pm-10:30pm

Enjoy panoramic views of Sans Souci Beach, Waikiki and the Waianae Mountain Range from Miyako Japanese Restaurant on the 2nd floor of the New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. Their fine Japanese cuisine is served by gracious hostesses in kimonos and includes traditional kaiseki dinners and other authentic selections.

With fresh lobster and sushi specialties, an oyster platter, and various tempuras, there are terrific choices in both classic and contemporary preparations. Choose "Western style" seating in the main interior dining room or open-air balcony seating for a closer beautiful ocean view. You can also eat in a traditional tatami room for a more exotic experience.

 Resort Area : Manoa Valley

 Food Type : Local Cuisine

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Address: 1857 S. King St 3rd Floor
Phone Number: (808) 949-2526
Open: Daily 5pm-10pm

An open kitchen counter overlooks the bright modern room that is Alan Wong's Restaurant. With large floral arrangements and a terrace, the atmosphere is elegant yet casually simple and a wonderful place to dine. Chef Along Wong is extremely popular and terms his culinary creations "Hawaiian Regional Cuisine," meaning that they both utilize island-fresh ingredients and are part of a contemporary, multi-ethnic Hawaiian cooking tradition.

The menu changes often but most any choice at a given time will likely be amazing. Entree options include fish, steak, and salads, and the very satisfying macadamia nut-coconut crusted lamb chops dish. Tasting menus are available, but you might want to mix and match diverse selections for yourself. Start with something like a chopped ahi sashimi and avocado salsa stack (on a crispy won ton with spicy wasabi sauce) and maybe end with a Wong Way banana split with caramelized bananas and homemade ice cream.

 Resort Area : Kahala

 Food Type : Pacific Rim Cuisine

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Address: Kahala Hotel & Resort 5000 Kahala Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 739-8780
Open: Monday - Friday 11:30am-2pm & 5:30-10pm, Saturday 5:30-10pm, Sunday 10:30am-2pm & 5:30-10pm

Gourmet dining and creative food presentation makes the award-winning Hoku's Restaurant at the Kahala Hotel & Resort an experience for the senses. See a stunning ocean view through floor to ceiling windows, and click your heels along a chic bamboo floor. An open kitchen allows you to see chefs as they create the sophisticated fusion of local, Pacific Rim, Continental, and European influences.

A Hoku's sampler with daily appetizer options is a nice way to experiment (dim sum, sashimi, etc.), but the ahi poke musubi is sure to be one of the best appetizers you eat on the island. International breads like Indian naan from their tandoori oven are also on the menu, and kiawe-grilled tiger prawns on a warm Caeasar salad, tofu stir-fry, or peppered ahi steak are among the mouthwatering fusion dishes to enjoy along with the breathtaking views.

There's also a dessert sampler with chocolate melting cake to die for among other scrumptious offerings, and an elegant Sunday Brunch.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : French

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Address: Halekulani Hotel 2199 Kalia Rd.
Phone Number: (808) 923-2311
Open: Daily 6pm-10pm

The Halekulani Hotel's French restaurant, La Mer, is impressive and elegant with stunning ocean views and exquisite meals. Food is delicious, service is spot-on, and dress is formal (long-sleeved collared shirts or jackets are required for gentlemen). With an open side facing Diamond Head and beach views all round, the award-winning restaurant is perfect for a special occasion.

Tasting menus and an extensive wine list are available. There are appetizers like escargot with garlic-hazelnut butter to begin, followed by entrees like Roasted venison with bacon and saut�ed foie gras or savory fish (there's a wonderful tableside presentation of three fresh island fish in a rosemary salt crust). The amazing food is made with strong Hawaiian influences and indigenous ingredients.

Add mouthwatering desserts and luxurious surroundings, and it's the best place for a fancy night out in Waikiki. Halekulani means "House Benefiting Heaven" and La Mer is a wonderful and romantic room in that home.

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : American

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Address: Sheraton Waikiki on the Beach 2255 Kalakaua Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 922-4422
Open: Daily 5:30pm-9:30pm, live entertainment 8:30pm-11:30pm

The Hanohano Room on the 30th floor of the Sheraton is the highest vantage point on Waikiki Beach and has a spectacular view and impressive fine dining cuisine. See the ocean, city skyline, and starry skies through a full wall of windows in a romantic setting.

The award-winning cuisine of Hawaiian and Continental influence is exquisite and the service outstanding. They serve sophisticated seafood and steak plus fine European and California wines and indulgent desserts. Try a signature Lava Flow drink or cocktail from the bar and enjoy jazz and live music from 8:30 on each night.

Formal attire is required and reservations recommended. The Hanohano Room is the epitome of its name, meaning "glorious, distinctive or in an elevated position."

 Resort Area : Waikiki

 Food Type : American

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Address: 2440 Kuhio Ave.
Phone Number: (808) 922-5555
Open: Monday - Friday 6pm-10pm, Saturday & Sunday 5:30pm-10pm

Hy's Steakhouse is a classic upscale restaurant in the Waikiki Park Heights Hotel, with tuxedoed servers and incredible food. The steak is excellent - USDA Prime Grade cuts prepared every which way - and the service is fine dining at its best. Their signature "Only" is probably the most recommended steak dish on the island, a tender New York Strip broiled over native Hawaiian Kiawe wood with a secret sauce that will make you want to send compliments to the Chef. There are also lamb, fish, and even vegetarian options. Enjoy specialty flamb� desserts prepared tableside, from Bananas Foster to the Chocolate Lovers'.

Hy's has a full bar and an overall intimate ambiance that is consistent across varied rooms - dine in what feels like a traditional gentlemen's club, European mansion, tropical art deco space, or in their Library Lounge, where a mellow island musician also performs live on Wednesday through Saturday evenings.

Make sure to pull out your fancy vacation clothes and dress for the occasion, since Hy's does require "proper attire," and make reservations if you can.