Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Oahu

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

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Mugen

5.0

5 (288)

$50 and over

Global, International

Waikiki

About the restaurant

Mugen is an award-winning fine dining concept that is elevating Hawaii’s status as a destination for culinary travel. Experience global contemporary artistry with a sense of place at Mugen, the Forbes Five-Star rated fine dining restaurant at ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki, where every dish tells a story and every sip is a celebration.
Rising star Executive Chef Colin Sato has redefined the Mugen dinner experience with his new five-course menu, designed in collaboration with Pastry Chef Jamon Harper and in consultation with renowned Chef Alan Wong. Featuring seasonal and local ingredients, diners can choose from myriad options within each course while sipping inventive cocktails or exploring wine from Mugen’s extensive collection, honored with the Wine Spectator "Best Of" Award.
Previously offered exclusively to ESPACIO guests, the reimagined Mugen breakfast experience showcases acclaimed Pastry Chef Harper’s morning indulgences in an elevated, fine dining setting.

Top review

Rebeccavip

Dined 1 day ago

Best meal of 2024 for us. Every dish was spectacular, service was great, and wine pairing was very fun. We’ll be back.

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Experience

Sunset Champagne & Caviar Experience

Experience

Afternoon Tea

i-naba Hanalei'i Honolulu Sushi and Grill

5.0

5 (7)

$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

Mccully-Moiliili

About the restaurant

Chef's Counter: Supervised by Tyler Burges.
He has formally worked as the executive sous-chef at the three-star Michelin in San Francisco.
He is currently the executive chef of "SMOKE DOOR" in Yokohama.
He will deliver the moment when ingredients bloom the most.
You can enjoy all of this in Hawaii.

Hanaleiʻi” is a coined word derived from the place name Hanalei on Kauai island. Hanalei means “crescent”. Our restaurant name “Hanaleiʻi” symbolizes “We will strive for success until becoming the full moon …”.

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Sheila

Dined on Sep 3, 2024

We were thrilled to have Chef Kakazu's full attention and care for my husband's birthday dinner. We do an annual sushi omakase for his birthday and agree this was THE BEST ever! We felt as if we were in Japan! Chef went above and beyond from the appetizers, to the sushi and the aburi dishes. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and plan to return-- often!!! We want to support this neighborhood gem to make sure it will be here for YEARS to come!

Dean & Deluca Hawaii, The Artisan Loft

4.9

4.9 (100)

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Waikiki

About the restaurant

Afternoon Tea Service - Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday - 11:30 am to 3:30 pm
Brunch Service - Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Experience the epitome of luxury, comfort, quality, and rare finds at Dean & Deluca Hawaii's Artisan Loft. Our special seasonal menu showcases unique local ingredients, with a twist. Join us for a lavish 5-course Afternoon Tea @ $65 per person. Kama'aina discount is $5 off with proof of Hawaii ID. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. Indulge in a delightful journey through the world of tea, with options from Hawaii, France, Germany, England, and Japan. Or, indulge in our signature Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. In a casual upscale and relaxed setting, you'll enjoy exceptional dining service while savoring the best of Hawaii's culinary delights

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Simon

Dined on Sep 3, 2024

Very nice shop and small restaurant for breakfast/lunch, beautiful experience

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Experience

Delectable Weekend Brunch Experience

Experience

Afternoon Tea SUMMER Special

Chef Chai

4.8

4.8 (1323)

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Honolulu

About the restaurant

Opened for both dine in and takeout.
Masks required for both diners and staff
Outdoor and indoor with the CDC distant guideline
No contact menu available

Chai Chaowasaree owner and Chef of Chef Chai at Pacifica Honolulu is recognized as one of Hawaii’s top Hawaii Regional Cuisine chefs. Known for fusing fresh Hawaii ingredients with the exotic flavors of Asia, Chef Chai has created a culinary style that reflects the cultural diversity of Oahu and the Hawaiian Islands.

To further strengthen the partnership with Hawaii’s local farmers and fishermen, Chef Chai co-founded Hawaii Island Chefs (HIC), the second generation of Hawaii Regional Cuisine Chefs. This group of HIC chefs is on a mission to provide the world with the best of Hawaii’s diverse culinary resources from the culture of the people and the bounty of the land and sea.

The exquisite experience await you at Chef Chai

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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined 1 day ago

A evening of excellence with very flavorful dishes. We had the early bird special, which was a great deal!! We ordered the salmon, the pork tenderloin, and beef tenderloin. Everyone’s dishes were so tasty and flavorful! The appetizer assortment was fantastic, but my favorite is a toss up between the bisque and the duck tacos. The service was great and overall it was an excellent dining experience with our Ohana.

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Experience

10/6 Full Moon Concert

Experience

Special Childhood Thai Menu October 10-12 !

Experience

Filipino Food Week Special! October 15-21!

Fukurou

4.8

4.8 (99)

$50 and over

Japanese Speciality

Waikiki

About the restaurant

*Please see below for details**当店のレストランについて詳しくは下記をご覧ください*

At Fukurou, you will enjoy an Omakase-style experience featuring a unique blend of local Hawaiian cuisine, Japanese Kaiseki, and a delicate touch of Mexican flare. Located inside of Buho Cocina y Cantina, we are tucked away incorporating a speak-easy aspect to our omakase.
Hours of operation: Tuesday - Friday
Seating Times (2 seatings per night): 5:30pm and 8:00pm
Price: $90 for a 12 course omakase (per person)
We validate parking for Waikiki Shopping Plaza lot. Please email fukurou@westmancorp.com for any questions.
*Reservations may be cancelled up to 2 days in advance. Within 48 hours of the reservation a cancellation fee will incur of $65 per person. *

梟(ふくろう)では日本、ハワイ、メキシコの食文化を巧みに融合させた創作料理とにぎり寿司を含むおまかせコースを提供しております。
当店はカラカウア通り沿いのワイキキショッピングプラザにあるメキシカンレストラン、Buho Cocina y Cantina内にございます。
料金：一名/$90
営業時間：火曜日ー金曜日 5:30pm〜、8:00pm〜 (完全予約２部制)
お問い合わせ：fukurou@westmancorp.com
※予約のキャンセルは2日前まで可能です。前日、当日のキャンセルはキャンセル料（一名/$65）が発生します。

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ScottL

Dined 4 days ago

Dining at Fukurou is a fabulous experience. The food, service and ambiance are all five stars. The two chefs were so warm, friendly and hilarious! Every course was beautifully designed and delicious. And the price was very reasonable for so many premium ingredients! We highly recommend this wonderful omakase experience!

Breakfast at La Vie

4.8

4.8 (44)

$31 to $50

Breakfast

Waikiki

About the restaurant

Breakfast at La Vie features Local and International favorites with a sense of place.

Views of the Pacific Ocean set the scene for our open-air restaurant sitting high on the eighth floor of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach.

Complimentary Valet Parking.
LAVIEWAIKIKI.COM | @LAVIEWAIKIKI

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jun 17, 2024

Delicious food and brilliant views, nice music. Helpful staff. Evening is perfect. That’s definitely the place where I want to be. I recommend breakfast for everyone. For sure I will come back.

Nori Bar

4.8

4.8 (17)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Kaka'ako

About the restaurant

At Nori Bar, we make a darn good sushi handroll and are proud to say so. Our handrolls meet at the intersection of the freshest seafood from Hawaii and Tokyo, fluffy Koshihikari rice, and hella crisp nori. This isn’t your grandpa’s traditional sushi restaurant, but that doesn’t mean he won’t like it, too.

We built this restaurant to offer a high-quality sushi experience to a wider audience. So come in, kick back, and roll with us.

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David

Dined on Aug 27, 2024

Very fresh fish with crunchy nori, everything I ordered was delicious. Love the Hamachi collar. I would to see more choices in the future.

Gaslamp

4.7

4.7 (36)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Honolulu

About the restaurant

"Swanky jazz lounge and steakhouse specializing in craft cocktails, Japanese wagyu beef, and global seafood offerings all while providing an entertainment driven atmosphere with the likes of fire dancing and live local jazz music"

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Kalana

Dined 1 day ago

I cannot commend this place enough. The food was awesome. The service was great and the ambiance was perfect . If you go here , you need to order the French laundry . The experience and presentation was everything. The drinks are top tier as well. Ask for Jory at the counter seating area , this guy will take care of you .

Afternoon Tea at Halekulani

4.7

4.7 (87)

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

Waikiki

About the restaurant

Perhaps one of the most time-honored activities in Hawaii is our traditional afternoon tea while enjoying a tranquil garden view on the Veranda of our main building, we encourage you to enjoy the gracious service and our selection of fine international teas, coffees, and freshly baked cakes and pastries from our creative pastry team as well as unique tea sandwiches from Chef Testa's Kitchen. Please note if you have allergies or dietary restrictions, please alert us when making your reservation. Our ingredients are prepared in an active Pastry Kitchen and are exposed to gluten and nuts. We can accommodate gluten free requests as well as nut free with advance notice. Dairy and other restrictions should be indicated in your notes when reserving your table.

The Veranda - 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday

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Dianevip

Dined on Aug 10, 2024

As always, it’s a lovely experience because the venue is beautiful and the tea is delicious. The service is lacking, but they are friendly.

Pai Honolulu

4.4

4.4 (538)

$50 and over

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Honolulu

About the restaurant

In 2017, Chef Kevin J. Lee opened highly-anticipated and award winning PAI Honolulu after a four-year search for a restaurant space to offer guests a warm and welcoming experience. His cuisine highlights flavors and ingredients from Hawaii and brings it together with global techniques to present a fun and unique experience. His passion for his craft is evident in his commitment to curate as many of the ingredients that he uses in his menus in-house which has won the restaurant many awards including Hawaii's Best Restaurant, Best Chef's Tasting Menu, and more.

*Pescatarian, Vegetarian and GF options availabe
**We are happy to accommodate dietary preferences and allergies with a 48 hour notice.

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Heidivip

Dined on Aug 18, 2024

Pai is our favorite upscale restaurant in Hawaii. We have been twice, each for a special occasion, and have had the chef's tasting menu with wine pairings both times. The food is beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. The wine is paired perfectly to elevate each dish. I cannot emphasize enough how delightful this experience is. You will not be disappointed.

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