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Original Roy's, Hawaii Kai

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$50 and over
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
6600 Kalanianaole Hwy., Honolulu, HI 96825

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighborhood gem
For over 35 years, Roy's Hawaii Kai has delighted guests with Roy Yamaguchi's signature Hawaiian-inspired Euro-Asian cuisine. Our dishes, crafted with the freshest local ingredients, are elevated by bold Asian spices and European sauces, with a focus on fresh seafood. Complement your meal with our selection of globally sourced wines, and enjoy the breathtaking view of Maunalua Bay from our main dining room or private event space, perfect for special occasions or business gatherings. Experience the warmth of Roy’s Aloha service in every visit.

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Executive chef: Isaiah Badua

From the OpenTable editors: When it opened in 1988, James Beard Award-winning chef Roy Yamaguchi’s flagship restaurant put Hawaiʻi on the culinary map for its elegant, Pacific Rim cuisine. The restaurant is still a local hotspot for standout dishes like macadamia nut-crusted Hawaiian fish and slow-braised beef short rib. Sit by one of the large windows in the inviting dining room for sweeping views of Maunalua Bay.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Sushi, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 396-7697
  • Website
    https://www.royyamaguchi.com/roys-hawaiikai
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Experience unparalleled panoramic ocean views, award-winning cuisine and impeccable service at The Original Roy’s for your next private event. Our private dining room can accommodate up to 80 guests; a restaurant buy-out can accommodate up to 290.
  • Private party contact
    Carmen Yung: (808) 396-7697
  • Location
    6600 Kalanianaole Hwy., Honolulu, HI 96825
  • Neighborhood
    Hawaii Kai
  • Cross street
    Keahole Street
  • Parking details
    Free Parking!
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live entertainment:Wednesday - Friday 6:30 PM-9:30PMSaturday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

  • Sunset Pau Hana

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    Experience the original Roy’s Hawaii Kai with our Sunset Happy Hour, available Monday-Thursday from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM. Indulge in a selection of handcrafted cocktails, fine wines, and ice-cold beers, perfectly paired with our chef-inspired appetizers. Enjoy signature dishes like our famous Kiawe-Smoked Szechuan Pork Ribs or Tempura Spicy Ahi Maki in a relaxed, inviting setting overlooking Maunalua Bay. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or winding down your day, our Happy Hour offers the perfect blend of flavors and aloha spirit. For more details, visit royyamaguchi.com.

    Sunset Pau Hana Photo

  • Sakura Prix Fixe for Two

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    Spring brings a celebration of flavors to Roy's Hawaii Kai with our Sakura Prix Fixe for Two--a limited-time three-course experience inspired by Japan's cherry blossom season. For just $99 per couple, enjoy a shared first course, your choice of entrée, and a shared Ube Brûlée to finish. *Available exclusively in our downstairs lounge from 4:30-6 p.m. daily, this is the perfect early evening escape.

    Sakura Prix Fixe for Two Photo

Menu

Original Roy's, Hawaii Kai's menu was last updated on 6/14/2025.

Roy's® Signature Cocktails

  • Roy's® Signature Hawaiian Martini$19.00

    Local Pineapples Infused Vanilla Vodka & Coconut Rum

    • HK Mai Tai$18.00

      Rum, Local Juices, Dark Rum Float

      • Paper Plane$21.00

        Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Aperol, Angelino Amaro, Lemon, Yuzu

        • Roy's® Old Fashioned$21.00

          Maker's Mark 'Private Selection' Bourbon, Orange, Bitters

          • Kohala Kooler$20.00

            Kuleana 'Nanea' Rum, Orgeat, Pierre Ferrand Yuzu Curacao, Grava-Strawberry

            • Amaretto Sour$19.00

              Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Amaretto Liqueur, Pear, Lemon, Apple

              • Lychee Sake-Tini$19.00

                Haiken Lychee Vodka, Momokawa Sake, Lychee Puree

                • Local Kine "Mule"$16.00

                  Wheatley Vodka, Mango Syrup, Ginger Beer, Lime Juice, Mint

                  Featured Domestic & Imports

                  • Heineken Zero Non-Alcoholic$8.00

                    • Miller Light$8.00

                      • Coors Light$8.00

                        • Heineken$8.00

                          • Orion Premium Lager$9.00

                            Craft, Local & Classics

                            • "PGB" Extra Pale Ale$10.00

                              • Hop Island IPA$10.00

                                • Kewalos Cream Ale$10.00

                                  Sake by the Glass

                                  • Dassai, Nigori, 45, Junmai-Daiginjo$54.00

                                    720 ml

                                    • Dassai, Junmai Daiginjo 45% $16.00

                                      Yamaguchi Prefecture

                                      • Kubota, Junmai Daiginjo 50%$17.00

                                        Niigata Prefecture

                                        • Hakkaisan Snow Aged 3yr, Junmai Daiginjo, 50%$33.00

                                          Niigata Prefecture

                                          Wines by the Glass

                                          • Argyle Vintage Brut, 2019$17.00

                                            Willamette Valley, Oregon

                                            • Avissi Prosecco DOC Brut$13.00

                                              Veneto, Italy

                                              • Michele Chiarlo ‘Nivole’ Moscato d’Asti DOCG, 2022 $17.00

                                                Piedmont, Italy

                                                • Roy's "Ohana Reserve', Chardonnay 2023$17.00

                                                  Santa Barbara County, California

                                                  • Diatom Chardonnay 2023$17.00

                                                    Santa Barbara County, California

                                                    • Craggy Range 'Te Muna' Sauvignon Blanc$17.00

                                                      Martinborough, New Zealand

                                                      • Agricola Punica ‘Samas’, 2023 (Chardonnay-Vermentino)$15.00

                                                        Sardinia, Italy

                                                        • Scribe Rosé of Pinot Noir, 2023$17.00

                                                          Sonoma County, California

                                                          • Zilliken Riesling Kabinett 2020$16.00

                                                            Mosel, Germany

                                                            • Obsidian ‘Volcanic Estate’, Cabernet Sauvignon 2022$22.00

                                                              Red Hills Lake, California

                                                              • Les Cadrans de Lassegue Grand Cru 2021$21.00

                                                                Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, France

                                                                • Bonanza by Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon MV$14.00

                                                                  California

                                                                  • Argyle Estate Reserve Pinot Noir 2022$19.00

                                                                    Willamette Valley, Oregon

                                                                    • Mending Wall "Mortar & Stone" Red Blend 2021$21.00

                                                                      Napa Valley, California

                                                                      • Sea-Sun, by Caymus Pinot Noir 2022$14.00

                                                                        Monterey County, California

                                                                        • Pedro Parra Vinista Pais 2021$15.00

                                                                          Itata Valley, Chile

                                                                          Last updated: May 22, 2025

                                                                          What 3,440 people are saying

                                                                          Original Roy's, Hawaii Kai reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                          4.8
                                                                          4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                          • 4.8Food
                                                                          • 4.8Service
                                                                          • 4.7Ambience
                                                                          • 4.4Value

                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                          Loved For

                                                                          • Hawaii

                                                                            Hawaii Regional Cuisine

                                                                          • Oahu

                                                                            Hawaii Regional Cuisine

                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          Original Roy's in Hawaii Kai offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "fantastic atmosphere," "gorgeous views," and the "friendly staff." With standout dishes like the butterfish and macadamia-crusted fish, it's perfect for special occasions or a casual meal.
                                                                          3,440 Reviews

                                                                          1. Stephanie

                                                                            Hawaii23 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Excellent service , outstanding food quality and presentation

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                                                                          2. Terrence

                                                                            Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            We’ve driven by Roy’s for years, and decided to go there on our “date night.” The restaurant is nicely laid out and we dined in the second floor main dining room. The view of the mountains and ocean was a wonderful complement to the evening. Our server Luke was attentive and helpful with my wife’s gluten allergy. She had a broiled swordfish with butter, garlic and their lobster cream sauce - perfectly cooked and delicious. I had the fish trio and all I can say is “Wow!” Ahi was amazing, the macadamia swordfish was perfect, and the butterfish, well, you have to try this!! Delish!! We finished this meal with their molten chocolate soufflé with vanilla ice cream - another amazing taste treat (a lava cake but who’s complaining?!). All in all, a 5 star meal which we’ll remember for our next island visit.

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                                                                          3. Anne

                                                                            Sacramento / Sacramento Valley2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Being back in Hawaii Kai and back to Original Roy's was like coming home again. The restaurant, the service and the view from the upstairs dining room was what I always remembered; still welcoming, gracious and delicious!

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                                                                          4. Kelly

                                                                            Houston4 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Had a fantastic time at Roy’s. Second time to come here. Brought some friends from the mainland. Food is a little pricey but it’s totally worth every penny. It’s sooo good Our waiter Bo was phenomenal. He was very attentive and made sure we were taken care of even tho there was a huge party upstairs. Can’t wait to come back!!

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                                                                          5. Brian

                                                                            Hawaii2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Food was great Ocean view was great Service was great They acknowledged my celebration for wedding anniversary with complimentary desert & gift certificate

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                                                                          6. Guy VIP

                                                                            Hawaii26 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Perfect birthday celebration! There was supposed to be Hoku Zuttermeister performing but I guess he was a no show. Service, food excellent!

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                                                                          7. Yvette

                                                                            Hawaii2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            While the selection is somewhat limits, the choices are eclectic, colorful and yummy.

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                                                                          8. George

                                                                            Atlanta4 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined on June 18, 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Outstanding food, service, and views. We will definitely be returning!

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                                                                          9. Kimberly

                                                                            Anchorage / Alaska1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined on June 16, 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Amazing food, amazing atmosphere, amazing staff!!!

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                                                                          10. Mikki VIP

                                                                            Hawaii9 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined on June 14, 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Roy's Hawaii Kai never disappoints , hostess greets you with a smile and its smooth sailing moving forward with impeccable service as everyone seems to understand the assignment and they tag team like an oiled machine. Food quality is amazing as well. Big mahalo to our server Ken and his crew!

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                                                                          FAQs

                                                                          Original Roy's, Hawaii Kai offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 396-7697.

                                                                          Original Roy's, Hawaii Kai is rated 4.8 stars by 3440 OpenTable diners.

                                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                          2 people
                                                                          7:00 PM
                                                                          Booked 32 times today
                                                                          Google Map for Original Roy's, Hawaii Kai

                                                                          6600 Kalanianaole Hwy., Honolulu, HI 96825

                                                                          Dining areas

                                                                          Additional information

                                                                          • Cross street
                                                                            Keahole Street
                                                                          • Neighborhood
                                                                            Hawaii Kai
                                                                          • Hours of operation
                                                                            Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
                                                                          • Price
                                                                            $50 and over
                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                            Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Sushi, Seafood
                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                            Casual Elegant
                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                            Casual Dress
                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                            Free Parking!
                                                                          • Payment options
                                                                            AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                          • Entertainment
                                                                            Enjoy live entertainment:Wednesday - Friday 6:30 PM-9:30PMSaturday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
                                                                          • Additional
                                                                            Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                          • Website
                                                                            https://www.royyamaguchi.com/roys-hawaiikai
                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                            (808) 396-7697
                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                            Experience unparalleled panoramic ocean views, award-winning cuisine and impeccable service at The Original Roy’s for your next private event. Our private dining room can accommodate up to 80 guests; a restaurant buy-out can accommodate up to 290.
                                                                          • Private party contact
                                                                            Carmen Yung: (808) 396-7697

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