Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Hawaii

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are great for outdoor dining in Hawaii? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Beach Tree Restaurant, Bar and Lounge - Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

4.8

4.8 (932)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Kailua-Kona

About the restaurant

Step into island-inspired relaxation at Beach Tree, located just steps from the ocean at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. This Kona beach restaurant, bar and lounge offers freshly crafted cocktails like Captain Ed's Mai Tai or Pause for Sunset, paired with flavorful bar bites such as ceviche, mahi mahi tacos and artisanal pizzas. Enjoy stunning sunset views and the soothing sound of the waves. With all-day pupus and a casual oceanfront setting, it's the perfect spot to unwind with a Kona cocktail and soak up the Big Island's laid-back vibe. Whether you're stopping by for a quick drink or a leisurely afternoon, Beach Tree embodies the essence of beachfront relaxation in Hawaii.

Top review

LeahVIP

Dined on Apr 8, 2025

We had the best table with the sunset right in front of us. Although warm it was worth it. Also the food and ambience and wine was amazing. It made for a magical night. Also they had live music playing gentle melodies in the background. Truly an unforgettable experience.

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Popular dish

Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe

Popular dish

Ricotta Cavatelli

Experience

Tide to Table Amalfi Under the Stars

Aloha Beer

4.8

4.8 (76)

$30 and under

American

Kaka'ako

About the restaurant

Locally owned local craft brewery with 13 rotating beers on tap. Great for large groups, families, and parties with dogs. Enjoy a delicious selection of beer, cocktails, and local pub food with Happy Hour Daily from 2pm - 6pm. Check our weekly calendar for Trivia, Live Music, and Beer of the Month specials!

Located at 700 Queen Street in Kaka'ako. Parking is available for $5 up the ramp w/ validation from the brewery.

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Lorna

Dined on Apr 6, 2025

Friendly atmosphere, great beer, tasty cheeseburger

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'Ulu - Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

4.7

4.7 (1928)

$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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Maria

Dined 5 days ago

Absolutely delicious food served right in front of the ocean and attentive staff

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4.6

4.6 (1632)

$50 and over

Pacific Rim

Kohala Coast

About the restaurant

Manta is the signature restaurant of the iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and has breathtaking views of the Kohala Coast. The menu is a curation of Pacific Rim cuisine with seasonal, local, and sustainably-produced ingredients.
Chef Bryan Nagao has gained formidable reputation in the international food community. He was once described by American media as "the most notable figures in rendering Modern Asian cuisine in the Northern hemisphere". The creativity permeating his cuisine stems from the diversity of his culinary background. Bryan's cuisine is a multi-faceted reflection of his Hawai'i Island birthplace, his Japanese ancestry, and decades spent in the finest restaurants in Hong Kong and Taipei.
Manta features live music on Tues, Wed, & Sat.

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Cindy

Dined 2 days ago

Nice experience with delicious food. It's a bit overpriced, but acceptable for a unique experience due to its location. Seeing the Manta Rays and snorkelers in the bay around sunset and after dark was worth the extra cost! We went twice in a week and saw Manta Rays one night. Our party had a variety of entrees that were all good. The chocolate soufflé was fabulous.

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Mac-Crusted Mahi-Mahi

Waikiki Leia

4.6

4.6 (99)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Kaimuki

About the restaurant

-If you are more than 6 people, please contact us.
-Dinner reservation is available by PHONE CALL ONLY.
Popular wedding venue at Diamondhead is now open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Open-air ambiance surrounded by Diamondhead.
Enjoy our tropical gardens and cascading waterfalls as you dine.

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Laura

Dined 7 days ago

Wonderful gem. Will consider this location highly for our wedding next year

Ilima Terrace - Grand Hyatt Kauai

4.4

4.4 (266)

$50 and over

American

Koloa

About the restaurant

Spectacular ocean and lush garden views welcome you. Indulge, island time is yours. Start your day with a grand Daily Breakfast Buffet, or a la carte Breakfast Menu, or the a la carte Lunch Menu service. Check back often for special themed Wine Pairing Dinners, and exclusive Holiday Buffets in the open-air ambience of Ilima Terrace.

Join us on Sunday, April 20, 2025 for a special Easter Brunch menu curated by Executive Chef Greg Grohowski and his culinary team.

11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Adults $109 | Keiki $52 (12 years and under)
Kids under 6 eat free with purchase of adult buffet.
Reservations highly recommended, $35.00 cancellation fee for no-shows.

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CarolVIP

Dined on Feb 21, 2025

Lovely setting, great service, relaxing, will return.

Roasted Chiles - Maui

4.4

4.4 (301)

$30 and under

Mexican

Kihei

About the restaurant

Welcome to Roasted Chiles in Kihei Hawaii!! Roasted Chiles has a full menu of your favorite Mexican food!! Enjoy appetizers, like the Ceviche De Pescado, Fresh Fish Pescadillas, or just a quick order of Guacamole & Chips.
Our Chef's Owners Both from Mexico City moved to Maui to share their culinary experiences with the rest of the World that are visiting Maui and with the local people who live here.
Come and experience a High End Mexican Cuisine with a Casual Atmosphere and find out why we are voted best Mexican Food Year after Year .......Gracias Maui

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MichaelVIP

Dined on Apr 3, 2025

Always come in at least once a week to see Jessica at the bar & enjoy a nice quick lunch before heading to meetings/work. Love the food/margs & a chit chat w/ the entire crew. Thank you for allowing me to always enjoy a yummy meal to start my day off :)

Fuego Argentinean Steak House

4.3

4.3 (547)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Kahului

About the restaurant

Our menu features imported meats and wines, as well a large selection of best Argentinean classics.
We'll be serving up an Asado that will make you fell like you're right in the heart of Buenos Aires!

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JeffVIP

Dined 6 days ago

The food and outdoor dining experience on the patio was great. We really enjoyed our salmon in the cast iron skillet and had delicious crepes to follow for dessert. The view across the golf course and out to the beautiful mountains of West Maui was awesome.

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Moa Moa at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

3.8

3.8 (213)

$31 to $50

Pacific Rim

Kapaa

About the restaurant

Moa Moa, is home to American, Hawaiian fusion, Pacific-Rim inspired faire. We focus on fresh seafood dishes. Our lanai seating provide sight-lines to our vast ocean views at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort.

FEBRUARY 14th *
Please note that our regular dinner menu will not be available on 02/14/20125. Instead, we are offering a special Valentine's Day pre-set menu designed to make your evening truly memorable.

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Kelly

Dined 1 day ago

Our waiter Art was awesome. Food and drinks were amazing!

Kukui's Restaurant at Kalapaki Beach

3.5

3.5 (384)

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Lihue

About the restaurant

Dine with us under the stars over looking Kalapaki Beach and enjoy regional cuisines with fresh island fish and delicious steaks, luxurious hand made cocktails.

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huah

Dined on Mar 16, 2025

One of the best restaurants we have ever been to especially when you have an excellent service provided by Dax @ Kukui's restaurant.

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