Best Casual Restaurants in Honolulu

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1. Tonkatsu Kuro

4.6

Exceptional(43)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 36 times today

At Tonkatsu Kuro in Ward Village, we're passionate about bringing you an exceptional tonkatsu experience. We pride ourselves on our perfectly crisp and tender pork loin and tenderloin and our shrimp katsu, with its incredibly juicy shrimp and unforgettable tartar sauce, is a customer favorite. We also like to get creative, and our bibim soba, a unique fusion dish, is a testament to that. We use only the finest ingredients, like premium Japanese rice and a flavorful miso soup, to complement our katsu. We've created a modern and comfortable atmosphere where you can relax and enjoy your meal, and our efficient robot delivery system ensures your food arrives quickly. At Tonkatsu Kuro, we're committed to providing generous portions, impeccable service, and a dining experience that's both memorable and affordable. We believe our dedication to quality and innovation sets us apart, and we invite you to come and taste the difference.

2. Nami Kaze

4.6

Exceptional(1661)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Kalihi-Palama

Booked 26 times today

Nami Kaze Hawaii is the story of Chef Jason Peel’s culinary journey. Combining the flavors from his hometown of Kaua‘i, and the decades of experience working for some of Hawai‘i’s top culinary leaders, including Ian Ruso of Michele’s at the Colony Surf and Roy Yamaguchi, Nami Kaze Hawaii is a unique melting pot of culinary creativity. With a farmer-focused approach, guests can expect to embark on a culinary adventure, enjoying creations that reflect Peel’s appreciation for the produce and provisions found throughout the state. Nami Kaze Hawaii is currently open for lunch and dinner, Wednesday through Sunday. For additional information or to make a reservation, visit www.namikaze.com.

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3. Ruscello - Nordstrom Ala Moana

4.7

Exceptional(4080)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Honolulu

Booked 89 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.

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4. Arancino Beachwalk

4.6

Exceptional(652)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Honolulu

Booked 48 times today

Arancino on Beachwalk is our original Arancino location which opened in 1996. Enjoy a cozy Italian family style dining atmosphere in the heart of Waikiki.

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5. 100 Sails Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(2221)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Waikiki

Booked 52 times today

Introducing Waikiki’s latest culinary delight, 100 Sails Restaurant & Bar, offering signature views of Ala Wai Harbor and the ocean beyond as well as breathtaking front row seats to Hawai‘i’s most spectacular sunsets. A renewed focus on island fresh cuisine promises to elevate the entire dining experience.Experience a fresh active bar serving as the centerpiece of the restaurant. Enjoy tasty small bites throughout the day and craft cocktails in the evening.Dinner Buffet is offered on Thursdays-Sundays.

6. Moku Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(3722)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 63 times today

Full table service resumes 12/18/23! Located in the heart of the Kaka'ako art district, Moku Kitchen is a chef-driven concept that brings Hawaii's rich upcountry farming and ranching heritage to downtown Honolulu's urban lifestyle. Our award winning cocktail program is ever-evolving, highlighted by the Monkeypod Mai Tai. We offer a wide variety of local craft beer and wines from small independent producers. Please go to mokukitchen.com for up to date menus and our daily live music calendar.

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7. Arancino di Mare - Marriott

4.7

Exceptional(2595)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Waikiki

Booked 79 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.

8. ZIGU

4.7

Exceptional(1469)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Waikiki

Booked 33 times today

Here at ZIGU, we believe the key to running a successful restaurant is to serve fresh local ingredients. We cook in a Japanese style using only ingredients found here in Hawaii. We will soon be opening our doors to customers. You'll enjoy authentic Japanese cooking and sake either inside our cozy interior or outside our spacious courtyard terrace.~Important notice for our OHANA ~We are asking customers to limit their dining experience to 2 hours when we have high volume booking.＊Happy hour exclusionday: 12/23/2024~1/1/2025Thank you for your understanding.

9. Aloha Table

4.6

Exceptional(853)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Waikiki

Booked 14 times today

Aloha Table WAIKIKI is a hidden gem in the heart of Waikiki. We extend the warmest invitation to all our guests in the true spirit of aloha. Our staff are friendly, courteous, and will go out of their way to make your visit a pleasurable one. Relax with friends on our lanai and take in the comfort of Hawaii with a refreshing local beer or a Hawaiian cocktail. Or you can book a table inside and enjoy an intimate evening with that special someone, or even the whole family! Contact us and discover all that Hawaiian food has to offer! Visit Aloha Table Waikiki and you can enjoy a breeze on our lanai, or our bar and table seating. We are serving wide variety of dishes. Especially popular is our "Premium Kobe Style Beef Loco Moco," with Hamburger steak using selected Kobe Style Beef and a special gravy sauce with mushroom and onion demi glace sauce. We won the Loco Moco Category of Hawaii's 111 Award competition three years in a row and were inducted into the Hall of Fame!

10. Podmore

4.9

Exceptional(107)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Honolulu

Booked 31 times today

Podmore is a neighborhood restaurant and cocktail lounge. Created by the dynamic duo behind Senia, Chef Anthony Rush and Katherine Nomura, Podmore extends a warm welcome to our cozy dining room and bar to savor an unforgettable lunch, pau hana, dinner, cocktails or weekend brunch.We pride ourselves on expertly executed comfort food and innovative cocktails, complimented by good old fashioned hospitality.From our bacon to our pasta to our ice cream, we make things in-house, from scratch, locally-sourced whenever possible.Please note that in the evening, our kitchen closes at 10pm. Reservations from 10pm and later are for drinks only.

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tammieVIP
Hawaii •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We were warmly greeted by the hostess and taken to a table close to the buffet, as requested. Our server was very attentive and quickly cleared away plates and refilled drinks. We enjoyed the variety of food and esp liked the omelette bar. It was a great dining experience and would recommend for visitors and kamaaina alike.
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100 Sails Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Waikiki
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4.6
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JillVIP
Las Vegas •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Cute little place tucked in on a side street in Waikiki. Excellent food, great pizza. A must stop if you're here in town. The serving staff were charming and helpful in choosing food as well as wine. Good Italian is hard to find in town so don't miss this one.
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Arancino BeachwalkPrice: Expensive• Italian• Honolulu
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4.6
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PaigeVIP
Hawaii •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a lovely time celebrating my mommy’s birthday. The food was excellent and yummy! And the service was outstanding! 🥰
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Ruscello - Nordstrom Ala MoanaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Honolulu
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4.7
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Colleen
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious and inventive. Right on the pier where fish come in, so, everything super fresh. And I love a chance to watch a kitchen in action, so I am glad we sat at the counter.
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Nami KazePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Kalihi-Palama
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4.6
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MarcusVIP
San Diego •68 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Second time to this restaurant. Great venue and great service Overall really great but wished the pork cutlet could have been served a bit hotter.
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Tonkatsu KuroPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Downtown
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4.6

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