Diners' Choice: Hawaiian restaurants in Hawaii

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Hawaiian cuisine in Hawaii? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Moana

4.8

4.8 (9)

$50 and over

Hawaiian

Kaupulehu

About the restaurant

Located at the heart of Kona Village, Moana is a cheerful eatery serving Pacific Rim-to-table cuisine. From lavish breakfasts to dinners that celebrate local, regional, and sustainably sourced ingredients from land and sea, Moana honors the historic fishing village that once thrived here.

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Dr . Gabe

Dined 4 days ago

It has become our annual tradition to return to Moana to celebrate my husband’s birthday. Food was fantastic and the hostess was very hospitable. Sunset was magnificent. We had great experience every time we went there.

GOOFY Cafe & Dine

4.7

4.7 (349)

$30 and under

Hawaiian

Waikiki

About the restaurant

West of Waikiki, a road leading to ‘Bowls’ where goofy surf spots.Breakfast-Lunch-Cafe-Dinner,anytime,surfer’s cafe is open, welcoming you.We are always standing by healthy and natural foods,sweets, and drinks are concerned with the using Hawaiian local food theme-based on’EAT LOCAL’.

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Charles

Dined 3 days ago

Cute little place great atmosphere and amazing organic fresh food

The Plantation House Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (8132)

$30 and under

Hawaiian

Kapalua

About the restaurant

Found on the Fairways of Kapalua's Plantation Golf Course, The Plantation House features casual elegance, breathtaking views and island inspired cuisine.

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Ann

Dined today

It was fabulous...beautiful view of the ocean!! Incredible waiter!!

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4.7

4.7 (1967)

$30 and under

Hawaiian

Kaupulehu

About the restaurant

ULU at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai offers an unparalleled fine dining experience in Kona, Hawaii. Following an intensive transformation, this reimagined oceanfront restaurant features a diverse array of new and beloved dishes from both land and sea, emphasizing the freshest Big Island ingredients. With 75 percent of the kitchen's ingredients sourced from the island, ULU proudly taps into over 160 local farms to ensure sustainable, top-quality fare. Enjoy breathtaking ocean views while indulging in exquisite dishes like sushi, sashimi, and specialty rolls. Ideal for special occasions, date nights, or simply savoring the best of Hawaiian flavors, ULU is a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts.

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AnthonyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Best dining experience so far on the big island, service was top notch!

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4.7

4.7 (826)

$30 and under

Hawaiian

Lahaina

About the restaurant

Join us for local style plates oceanside in Lahaina.

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CarolynVIP

Dined 1 day ago

So glad aloha mixed plate is back. Kalibi ribs are the best…

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Wolfgang Puck's Spago in the Four Seasons Resort Maui

4.6

4.6 (3144)

$50 and over

Hawaiian

Wailea

About the restaurant

Spago offers many locally inspired dishes along with his classics created by Master Chef Wolfgang Puck.

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AnneVIP

Dined 2 days ago

From ambiance to wait staff to quality of food, 5 star always. One of our favorites!

Genius Lounge

4.6

4.6 (510)

$31 to $50

Hawaiian

Waikiki

About the restaurant

Come grab a cool Hawaiian beer, fresh seafood, unique Hawaiian-Japanese fusion food on the rooftop lanai, and enjoy an "Aloha" experience with our friendly staff!

Genius Lounge is established in 2009, is a full service bar restaurant serving Japanese inspired Hawaiian dishes. We were selected 2022, 2023, and 2024 OpenTable Diners' Choice Restaurant.

Our menus are created by Japanese experienced chef, using Hawaiian ingredients throughout our dishes.

We have some famous Hawaiian items; Tempura Sushi, Fresh seafoods, Steaks, Salads, Pizzas, and Original homemade noodle dishes!!!

You can pair those items with our extensive drink menu such as Local Beers, Sakes, Wines, and a lot of original cocktails!

It is perfect a place to enjoy a low key night with friends or a romantic date in the heart of Waikiki.

We also accomodate private parties. We have a quaint private lanai space and 3 party courses for your private party. It is also a perfect place to enjoy your wedding party in Waikiki.

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Brit123

Dined on Jun 9, 2025

Came arose this restaurant on TikTok and it is truly a hidden gem! Great service, fantastic food, and great location a little bit away from the busyness of Waikiki :)

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Experience

Steak & Seafood Lovers Special (Tax&Tip Included)

Experience

Everyday Happy Hour 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Redfish Waikiki

4.4

4.4 (85)

$30 and under

Hawaiian

Waikiki

About the restaurant

Redfish Poke Bar by Foodland is Waikiki's best spot for authentic and innovative poke bowls and much more, brought to you by the people who know poke best.

Order by the pound or create your own customizable poke bowl at the front counter. Or dine in at our restaurant or bar where you can enjoy local craft brews, signature cocktails, locally-sourced plates made for sharing (even if you don’t want to) and of course, a mouth-watering variety of fresh poke with all the creative fixings.

Redfish is a modern take on the food we love to eat in Hawai‘i. Let’s eat!

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WILLIAMVIP

Dined on May 24, 2025

Another hidden gem. At Wayfinder Hotel, a 4-star hotel in Waikiki on the Ala Wai canal. Terrific poke menu with lots of options, but also a full set of pupus and entrees. The Vietnamese ribs are great either as a starter or a full meal. Will be back.

Hale Moʻolelo

4.3

4.3 (135)

$31 to $50

Hawaiian

Kaanapali

About the restaurant

A spacious outdoor bar in Ka'anapali inspired by the art of storytelling. Seven handcrafted cocktails, each tied to a mo'olelo, or story, about Maui, paired with ono (delicious) local cuisine.

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AIMEE

Dined 3 days ago

Fantastic ocean view! We had a great sunset dinner. Four stars for the service as our waitress forgot to put in my husband’s order so his food was delayed. Great fish tacos and poke nachos though!

Lulu's Waikiki

4.5

4.5 (1035)

$31 to $50

Hawaiian

Waikiki

About the restaurant

Located directly across from world famous Waikiki Beach, LuLu's offers enticing dishes, friendly service and priceless views. Guests love our open air dining room and retro-surf atmosphere. An amazing panoramic vista of Diamond Head crater and Waikiki Beach is enhanced by our signature cocktails and extensive menu.
We have tables that can accommodate upto 12 people, Hightop Seating at the Bar, and Countertop Rail Seating overlooking Waikiki Beach.

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Mark

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent gluten-free menu and safeguards for those who need it.

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Banana Mochi Pancakes

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