50 Best American Restaurants in Honolulu

“My wife and I celebrated our 3-year anniversary here. It couldn't have been a better spot to choose. Small, intimate fine dining area. Service went above and beyond, the food is the best on the island. I definitely would recommend ordering several of the Mushroom Tartlets and Ahi Cigars.“

“Māze was an incredible experience. The dishes paired with each cocktail for the Tasting menu were so well executed. The flavors of each dish matched the flavors of each drink. I especially liked the snack course - the waygu kimbap was probably one of the most delicious bites I've had. From start to finish, I truly enjoyed my dinner at Māze and look forward to visiting again next time I'm on O'ahu to try what's next on the tasting menu.“

“Icon scene on Waikiki Beach! Top notch service. 🌺“

“Great atmosphere, really good food, outstanding staff!“

“Delicious food ,great people“

“Outside table for one at lunch time. Korean barbecue chicken sandwich. Excellent, delicious and messie to eat. I would order again.“

“We were fortunate to grab seats at the bar before a show at the Blaisdell. Beautiful atmosphere, very attentive server/bartender (Kalei), amazing food options and lovely hand mixed cocktails. We were pleasantly surprised and will return!“

“We had two fantastic meals here during our time in Hawaii! Looking forward to coming again!“

“The BEST on OAHU! Wish we had this in LA!“

“So welcoming ❤️ simple dinner or a drink at night next to the beach, priceless“

“My daughter asked to come here every morning for our trip. Chris and the day crew were very welcoming and exceptional. 💯our favorite spot!“

“The BEST on OAHU! Wish we had this in LA!“

“Food was really good! It was hard to choose because everything on the menu sounded yummy. They serve lots of comfort food cooked to perfection! I need to come back so I can try other things but we really liked everything we ordered: the lobster pasta, and the burger, as well as the chop salad. Mahalo Livestock Tavern!“

“You have GOT to try the Loco Fries. I am very picky on my fries (can't be too thick, crispy outside that holds up underside (doesn't get too soggy), still be soft inside, well seasoned) and these fit the mold. If you go later in the day they may run out of some food supplies, but everything is fresh and made to order. You can upgrade the regular fries to Loco fries in a meal. Overall it will cost anywhere form 27 to 35 bucks for a meal. But thats Hawaii life eh. MUST TRY.“

“My husband was in search of some good fish in Waikiki. We stumbled upon this place and decided to give it a try. I’m not a seafood person so I got the chicken pasta and he tried snapper for the first time. Both of us were blown away by how tasty everything was. The portions were huge too! Out of all the places we had been to during our trip, this place is at the top. Even as a non fish eater, I loved it! There can be a wait, but it is well worth it. Try it, you’ll love it.“

“Food is absolutely delicious!... Anyday, any special“

“Wonderful experience! From the friendly staff to the great tasting food I highly recommend this place!! Must try the jalapeño & bacon fried rice and all pancakes. (Had seconds of it) Olani St location.“

“We celebrated a big anniversary at Pai and WOW - they made it extra special. We did the four course menu with wine pairings. The service was top notch. The food was inspired, creative, delicious, and locally sourced. Though the portions of each dish looked small, it was more than enough food and so delicious you wanted to eat every bite! The wine pairings were spot on, absolutely perfect with our chosen courses. The space has such a lovely vibe - clean and modern, but comfortable and well appointed. There really isn't another dining experience quite like this on the island. Justine and Kevin have created such a beautiful place with incredible food and service. Pai is definitely a must-try restaurant. We will definitely be back.“

“Fabulous food and service!!!“

“Great food and great service!“

“We just had our daughter grad paina there, choke parking the food was onolicious the set was already made just gotta bring ur sounds, ur decorations and if anything phot set ups we still had plenty space and performance as well. Mahalo, Da Salas Ohana“

“Food is fresh healthy & onolicious👍🏻👍🏻 The brisket musubi & brisket Katsu bomb👍🏻👍🏻“

“We loved both the food and the wine and the service. The place is gorgeous too. We had a wonderful time.“

“Vandaag geweest met een vriendin We werden geholpen door bas Wat een aanwinst En het brood carpaccio ...heerlijk“

“Great atmosphere! Staff was wonderful! Recommend you give it a try!“

“Great place. I stop in most days. Very friendly employees that remember you. When I have large orders for work, they get it done pretty fast too! :)“

“Definitely the Hawaiian Eggs Benedict with toast, the fried ice cream. the tarot pina colada, etc... you will not be disappointed with anything you order. Also, don't get me started with the service. Plz ask for Jessica. That girl deserves a raise or a promotion.“

“Great food and service Felix is the best. Best food ive had in Hawaii and the portions are huge“

“There are meals you enjoy, and then there are meals that quietly redefine what simple food can be. Pagaikiki’s Kitchen, tucked beside the NEX, delivers exactly that.

I ordered the chicken with rice, and from the very first bite it was obvious that this kitchen understands one of the hardest things in cooking: perfection through simplicity.

The chicken is nothing short of extraordinary. Every piece is cooked with remarkable precision, arriving at that elusive point where the exterior develops just enough color and character while the inside remains unbelievably tender and succulent. Each bite is impossibly juicy, as though every ounce of moisture has been carefully preserved. The seasoning doesn’t overpower it enhances, allowing the natural flavor of the chicken to take center stage. It’s balanced, deliberate, and executed with the kind of consistency that only comes from genuine craftsmanship.

This isn’t chicken that’s merely “good.” It’s chicken prepared at its absolute peak where texture, flavor, and technique come together so seamlessly that you stop thinking about the cooking process altogether and simply enjoy the experience. It is, quite honestly, a work of art.

And then there’s the rice.

Too often it’s treated as an afterthought, but here it deserves its own applause. Perfectly cooked, light, fragrant, and incredibly satisfying, it captures every drop of flavor from the chicken while remaining exceptional in its own right. Together, they create a meal that proves extraordinary food doesn’t need complexity it needs care.

What makes Pagaikiki’s Kitchen memorable is its honesty. There are no unnecessary flourishes or distractions, just outstanding food prepared with respect for the ingredients and an obvious commitment to getting every detail right.

Some meals fill your stomach. Others stay with you long after you’ve left.

Pagaikiki’s Kitchen belongs firmly in the latter category. I’ll be thinking about that perfectly cooked chicken and that unforgettable rice for a long time.“

“Amazing dinner and friendly staff from bar to dining room! Our must every time we visit Oahu!“

“The food, service and value is REALLY good!“

“The best High Tea we've had, including The Fairmont in a few key cities. Excellent!!“

“Great wine pairing dinners!!!!! And always a fabulous sunset. What more could you want these days?“

“Great coffee hash brown you have to pay extra not good“

“Hawaiian seafood restaurant“

“South Shore Grill has been part of my routine for close to 20 years. It’s a family‑run business with a lot of heart, and I’ve watched the owners’ kids grow up working behind the counter. The food is consistently good, the prices are fair, and there’s a great variety to choose from. It’s an easy stop before the beach or park, or the perfect place to refuel after a day in the surf. My go‑to is always the fish burrito. The cajun seasoning and macnut pesto are always on point. Truly one of those local spots that feels like part of the community.“

“Absolutely our best meal in Hawaii. The right choice to celebrate a special occasion. Our experience was so wonderful, food, wine, atmosphere all made for the best evening. Our server, Julian was absolutely top notch, extremely friendly, attentive, and was just so happy to engage ensuring the celebration was more than we expected. Kudos he deserves it. Highly recommend this place. Will definitely be back.“

“Deja”s the best, been coming here for two years with the bois to get some Yardies have had multiple servers, but Deja no matter how we act. She has the best attitude and welcomes us with open arms no matter how we acted the night before. Love Deja“

“Great service and delicious food! 🩷“

“👍 Delicious meals. Nice and attentive service.“

“best breakfast sandwiches and French toast I ever had! Ono af“

“We sampled several menu items. We started with the Potstickers which we ordered steamed instead of deep fried. Very good appetizer. Don’t miss out on the Banana Flower Salad, very unique and delicious! We also shared a Banh Mi sandwich, tasty but our least favorite item. And also shared the Gochujang Ramen, it looked and smelled so good we forgot to take a pic until it was half eaten. The very-friendly staff warned us that it would be very spicy “a 7 or 8” but we found it to be more of a 4-5 and absolutely delicious! The Salad and Ramen were tied for our favorite. Definitely a place we will return to. And the Thai Tea was good. We took home half the sandwich, salad and soup. All for less than $60! Incredible value. Updated from previous review on 2026-09-27“

“Onr of the best breakfast plates I had in a long time! Called in and asked if the garlic shrip was being served at 5:30am and it surrre was! Shrimp was tender with just enough garlic. Called in my order ahead of time and it was ready when I got there. There was a bit of a wait as the food is made to order. I highly recommend this food truck.“

“Cozy atmosphere and welcoming vibe. The food is top notch and the service is amazing. A must stop if you like enjoy eating ono food with local flair.“

“Stopped by after picking up a friend at the airport. Great Happy Hour Specials. We got the smash burger and fries. Tasted very good. The well drinks on Special were also tasty and not watered out. Definitely make another stop next time. Happy Hour is 3 pm to 5 pm for now.“

“Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu was such a great experience! We came here for my mum and dad’s birthday dinner and the staff made the night feel so special 🥰

They sang for their birthdays and genuinely treated us like family. The service and atmosphere were fantastic and made the whole celebration so memorable.

They also have a great selection of souvenirs and merchandise — definitely worth having a look before you leave! 🎸

Such a fun place for a special occasion. We had an amazing night and would absolutely recommend it! ✨“

“The space is really good. The food was really good in my taste. I wish they had some toddler type foods but then again you're paying by event. They usually accommodate to the party. The people are friendly to work with. I love that Samoan lady who helped us ??“

“The taste of the food was so amazing and the service was outstanding. The price for what we ordered was so so so low! I could not believe it when I received the check! Hawaiian pancakes are a must!“

“everything was delicious and very friendly staff!“

“Amazing. Absolutely amazing. I have strawberry nutella crepes. Absolutely magical. So bomb. Tastes amazing. Portions were amazing. Staff was super friendly. I am so full right now. Coffee is hitting the spot just right. Complements to the Chef!“