Oahu Restaurants

Enjoy an all-you-can-eat island-style lunch buffet at the Polynesian Cultural Center in Lāʻie, Oʻahu. Hukilau Lunch Buffet is served at Gateway Restaurant and features local favorites like slow-roasted kalua pork, huli huli chicken, island-style fish, Hawaiian macaroni salad, ulu mash, fresh greens, and ice cream. No Polynesian Cultural Center admission is required for lunch, making it a convenient standalone dining option before exploring the North Shore or visiting the Islands of Polynesia. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options are available; guests with dietary needs are encouraged to ask staff for assistance.

Counter-serve operation doling out Hawaiian grub such as Kalua pork in unfussy digs.

Compact Chinese noodle house with a down-home atmosphere, specializing in pork & beef options.

2026 Hale ‘Aina Awards Silver Winner – Best Mexican. Aloha Amigo Island Mexican Cantina in Waikiki blends Hawaiian aloha spirit with vibrant Mexican flavors. "Hi" stands for both Hawaii and high-spirited vibes in our unique Island-Mexican fusion menu. Don't miss Tequila Time (Tuesdays and Saturdays at 6PM & 9PM), Happy Hour (4-6PM), and Taco Tuesday specials with value tacos and margaritas. Open daily for dinner, happy hour, and late-night bites—enjoy classics like tacos, burritos, molcajete, shrimp ceviche, chicken quesadillas, and our signature Birria Ramen. Perfect for groups, dates, or casual Waikiki nights. [3-Hour Validated Parking: Waikiki Shopping Plaza] ワイキキ中心にあるアイランドメキシカンレストラン。テキーラタイム、ハッピーアワー、タコスチューズデーが大人気

Local BBQ & Chinese food

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Locally owned father son duo. Serving classic plate lunches with our twist. And yes we are Bald! Breakfast is served from 6am-10am Lunch is served all day from 6am-2pm or until we sell out

Traditional Korean dishes served in an airy restaurant featuring a street-facing brick patio.

Casual, beachfront eatery featuring burritos, tacos, and other Mexican eats, plus slushie margaritas.

Roomy, modern rooftop restaurant & open-air bar featuring locally sourced Mexican eats & cocktails.

Easygoing restaurant plating traditional Sichuan dishes, such as dry noodles & twice-cooked pork.

Cajun eatery & bar specializing in seafood boils & baskets of fried fare in a rustic space.

Sushi, sashimi & other classic Japanese fare in a contemporary eatery offering cocktails & sake.

Homestyle Okinawan-style Japanese dishes & other Asian fare served in a down-to-earth setting.

The breezy open-air vibe at this eatery creates a welcoming scene for American grub & drinks.

Popular option known for its beachfront location, surf 'n' turf, tiki vibe & umbrella drinks.

Yummy Hawaiian barbecue , local favorite

Relaxed beachside venue serving pupu, fish tacos & tropical drinks, plus weekend brunch.

Variety SPAM Musubi, Rice Ball, Bowl. Japanese Fast Food Store. 3 locations in Waikiki ,Ala Moana Center and Kahala Mall

Buckets of Cajun shellfish with classic accompaniments, served in casual digs with full bar.

Honolulu Noodle & Co. introduces authentic Taiwanese ramen cuisine to Waikiki. Featuring a 48-hour braised bone broth, our signature beef ramen, comes with your choice of thin or wide noodles, tender beer, beef tendon and beef tripe. We also offer non-beef dishes like dry sesame noodles, potstickers, fried rice, a NEO loco moco (minced meat with special sauce and a sunny-side-up egg on a warm bed of rice) and our signature volcano boiled (secret ingredient) egg.

Our second Hawaii location, known for its fresh seafood bowls and our hugely popular Negitoro Don (minced tuna bowl), is now open on Piikoi Street in the Ala Moana area—just a short walk from Ala Moana Shopping Center. The interior recreates an authentic Japanese atmosphere, making you feel as if you’ve stepped right into Japan—not just in taste, but also in ambiance and hospitality. We proudly serve fresh, locally caught Hawaiian tuna, as well as uni (sea urchin), scallops, and ikura (salmon roe) flown in directly from Japan. Be sure to try our signature Negitoro Don, loved by many! If you love seafood and Japanese cuisine, this is definitely a place you’ll enjoy.