50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Honolulu

“We have been to Senia before and it is always a great experience. The four of us pick several snacks from the top of the menu and fill in with various sides. We have never been disappointed and this time we tried the Roasted Bone Marrow, what a treat! Josh, our waiter said we would pick this every time we come back and he is right! We also loved the mushroom and cheese tarts with the gruyere foam and mushroom powder. There was a discussion about another order but, we had several more dishes coming. Kabocha Squash Agnolotti is a must for the many flavors. Yikes everything was great!“

“My favorite panang curry on island! Attentive staff and fun atmosphere.“

“Lam’s Kitchen – A Traditional Chinese Noodle Shop in the Heart of Honolulu’s Chinatown

Lam’s Kitchen is a small, old-fashioned noodle shop nestled in the bustling Chinatown district of Honolulu. The place seats only about 30 people, so even though we came during a regular lunch hour, my family and I had to wait around 20 minutes to get a table.

I ordered the fish noodle soup – the broth was clear and light, with a clean, subtle flavor. The fish was not fried but cooked directly in the soup, making the meat firm, fresh, and pleasantly mild. It’s a good choice for those who enjoy traditional, light flavors.

My husband and child had the stir-fried beef rice noodles – a more memorable dish. The wide, chewy noodles were stir-fried hot with tender slices of beef, and the dish carried a distinct smoky aroma from the wok – adding a layer of depth and authenticity.

Lam’s Kitchen may not offer groundbreaking cuisine, but it delivers an honest, traditional Chinese dining experience. If you have time while visiting Chinatown, it’s worth trying at least once.“

“Food is so delicious and staff extremely helpful and attentive“

“No waiting early morning dining! Great service! Yummo food!“

“Very good food.“

“The food, wine, service, and atmosphere are amazing. I dine here every 2 months and I am always very impressed. Thank you for your continued excellence!“

“The food was very good, wife love the ice cream on her French toast.“

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

“Forget just dinner this was an unforgettable journey. The wow factor began instantly, turning the corner from the elevator to that view, perfectly framed from our table. Flawless food, impeccable service, great music, and a truly unique dessert followed. The heartfelt goodbye from our waitress capped it off perfectly. We loved every second“

“My all itme favirite restaurant. Excellent food and service. Reknown for their chirashi.“

“Kimchi fry rice is amazing and the poke is fire, definitely on my list of top grinds.“

“I really enjoyed coming to this bar for drinks I had a whiskey sour and it was perfectly balanced. The bartender that served me was very kind and welcoming. Unfortunately I did not eat the food since I had a full meal before although I've heard great things about how good it was. Next time I'm on island I will definitely try the food.“

“Food is ALWAYS delicious and the staff is so kind and attentive! Katsu-san creates the most beautiful sashimi platters and omakase sushi!“

“Came here for lunch over the weekend. The service felt like an educational experience as well, as the host showed us pictures of what the fish looked like with each course. All staff were friendly and accommodating. There are 4 designated spots for parking right beside the restaurant. The fish was fresh and tasty. Definitely worth the visit.“

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

“お蕎麦はもちろん今回は雲丹、いくら、帆立の海鮮丼がとても美味しかったです。 ランチセットがリーズナブルです👍“

“finally visited Breadshop after hearing so many people rave about it, and truly exceeded all of my expectations! for our first time, we ordered the Brioche, Mango Cheesecake Brioche Tart, and Taegu Spinach Manchego Croissant. Everything tasted truly divine and the flavour profiles were also very unique and harmonious. The texture of the bread and the pastries were perfect and we will definitely be back soon to try other breads and pastries! There's a small parking lot with the first hour of parking free, as well as a few tables and chairs in the shade which were convenient. The online ordering process was smooth and easy, and an email notification was sent when my order was ready for pickup. Incredible experience all-round at Breadshop and this bakery will definitely be on my regular rotation 🥰😌🩷“

“My wife brought me here for my birthday. We got the sashimi plate (for 2). While delicious, it was not enough really for 2 people, so we got a salad, some butterfish and some extra toro. All were delicious, but we definitely had more room for desserts, which were tasty as well. In all, it was a good sushi experience and the restaurant deserves its good reputation.“

“Everything we ordered (we forgot to take some photos) tasted very good.

Fried chicken was very popular among us and others at the restaurant. It ran out early. Nevertheless there are other fried food such as squid legs we enjoyed.

Friendly service staffs. Lively atmosphere, you do have to speak loud to hear each other type of a place.

Since it was weeknight, plenty parking space at the paid parking lot. We all enjoyed the evening at this restaurant.“

“Nanding's is a local institution. People have been coming to their stores since they were kids, particularly for their Spanish Rolls.

This is not the original location, but it's definitely a welcome addition to their list of locations since the other ones are on the other side of the island. This one is located next-door to Zippy's Kapahulu. There are a few parking stalls on the side of the building along with ample street parking if the stalls are full.

As I alluded to, my go to order is a couple dozen of the Spanish rolls. Every other time I get there, I have to wait around 5 to 10 minutes for the rolls, but I am not at all upset by this because it means that they're coming to me fresh and hot out of the oven.

Another thing to know is that everything here is extremely affordable . I can't remember a time that I walked out of here spending more than $20.

Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area.“

“Brunch was very good as we had the Prime Rib dip sandwich. Service was friendly but, with only one server and one cook- it was slow service. The biggest issue with the ambiance is that they need to have better upkeep. Bathrooms were pretty filthy and disgusting- they need to be refurbished. I think it could be a great neighborhood restaurant with a spruce up and more help.“

“ハワイで一番のオリジナルが素晴らしいお寿司屋さんです🍣“

“Very generous portion for the price. Pho soup came piping hot. The noodle was cooked perfectly al dente. The broth was not overly oily, great taste. Beef balls had great texture, not too soft not too chewy. Hu tieu was delicious with the fried garlic in the broth. Would definitely come back to try other menu!“

“Very tasty food . Punjabi roti awesome“

“The quality of your dishes is very high on customer satisfaction!“

“Absolutely incredible Japanese restaurant in downtown Honolulu. I had the Karaage and Udon and was beyond impressed.

We had a party of four and spent $154 before tip. We mostly ate from the A La Carte menu. Two of us had deserts.“

“Best broth. Clear. I order the brisket and iced coffee. ONO ! Bean sprouts very clean.“

“Unique and delicious Yakitori Omakase (when we went, Chef Ando finished the meal with a nabe hot pot!). Friendly chef (he used to be a sumo wrestler in Japan) and staff. BYOB. Beloved by locals. Street parking or park in the lot across from the restaurant in spots #15 to #28 and when you sit down, they have a QR code for you to scan to pay for parking.“

“Among all the food establishments in the Kapahulu area, this is one of it's shining stars for sure when it comes to being an authentic izakaya style Japanese restaurants. What makes the food taste great is plain and simple, they love what they do and making people say Ahhhh and Ohhhh with every bite. They also use a very expensive charcoal called binchotan to grill their meats that come out perfectly delicious. We started out with one of their specials for the day, Seasoned Chive & Cold Tofu ($4). The seasoned chives, sesame seeds went perfectly with the nicely with the tofu and was really refreshing. The Shio Konbu Cabbage Salad ($4) taste was off the charts. I never been one who said WOW eating a cabbage salad but it not only looked really appetizing but tasted amazing. The konbu, shio dressing paired so well with the cabbage. It was so good that the better half started making it for us to eat at home. Yes sorry AI, we or shall I say she knocked off your salad but we will be back to order more from you. Grilled Spicy Yodara Chicken ($15) was another special they had. The chicken was grilled, sliced and platted. Once again their platting was on point and the flavor of the chicken just popped in our mouths. I had to force myself to stop eating it as our main dishes didn't even come out yet. The better half got the Prime Ribeye with Chimichurrih and Soy Sauce ($38). Although I was permitted to have one small piece of her ribeye, my eyes rolled to the back of my head and was begging for more. Unfortunately she said no. So back to reality I went and like a little boy I just crossed my arms and pouted until my order of Kalbi ($19) came out and then I found myself in my happy place (I love kalbi!). It's not your traditional flavor that you would find at a Korean place or even the local Palehu style but a unique mixture of both but with a ume flavor type profile that gave it a signature taste. We were a little bummed out that they are NOT BYOB anymore, however they have a nice selection to choose from. They have beer, wine, Sho-chu, sake, whiskey to name a few. This place can get really crowded and busy so i recommend making reservations as your taste buds will thank you!“

“I was not expecting this place to be below 4.5 stars at time of writing. Sure, it isn’t all you can eat, but the banchan is all very tasty and the meats are great too. Their grill vents are great at capturing the smoke and smells. Service was good, our grill got changed often.“

“Great appetizers and drinks!“

“Simple Joy Vegetarian Cuisine truly lives up to its name. The food brought me so much comfort and flavor during my time in Honolulu. I had their crispy vegan egg rolls and fried rice — both perfectly seasoned, light yet satisfying, and full of texture. It’s one of those spots where you can taste the love and simplicity in every dish. Definitely worth a visit for anyone craving soulful Asian-inspired vegan eats.“

“Awesome and tasty Vegetarian food, and I'm not vegetarian 😁“

“Konbu musubi with mochiko chicken bento (lunch box), bento “f” (spam, hotdog, teri beef, mochiko chicken) my favorite, grilled salmon plate, Teri beef plate all ono (delicious). I recommend phoning in your order because the food is so good they do sell out. Also, it’s cash only here.“

“Beautiful and peaceful place surrounded by nature. The huge banyan tree is stunning and adds to the calm vibe. The vegetarian restaurant serves food buffet-style, and you pay by weight. Everything was fresh, tasty, and well-prepared. One of the best vegetarian spots in Honolulu. Highly recommend visiting if you’re in the area!“

“The service is excellent, but the food is incredible! A place I’d totally recommend! The burger is simply perfect — juicy and cooked just right. My favorite: the pineapple burger 🤤. The chicken sandwich is wonderfully crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. This is definitely a place I’d come back to. Highly recommended!“

“Great service! Nick was really attentive to all the details to the meal as well as giving us recommendations on what to order and how everything was made!

Food is amazing and the tempura was delicious. The udon is on another level when combined with the sauce!“

“Don’t let the exterior fool you, this is no greasy spoon. We had a MARVELOUS breakfast here. All of the food was beyond compare, budget-friendly priced, and the staff is exceptional. Highly recommended. We will be back whenever we are in Honolulu.“

“Found this lovely place as a best brunch in Waikiki. Totally agree with the assessment. Interesting menu choices and very well prepared food. Perfect portion sizes! Leave room for dessert - the ube panna cotta is exceptional!“

“From the warm greeting everyone receives when walking through the door to the attentive and super friendly service, this place is amazing! The sushi was outstanding… hands down the best sushi I’ve ever had! The texture, taste and presentation was top notch. Wish there was a location on the east coast!“

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

“We had a lovely experience during our visit. The food is amazing, the sushi was very fresh and the fried rice was also very good. And the service was spectacular! Highly recommended!!

If you are a Korean and are traveling to Waikiki, definitely stop by!! It's really delicious and the owner is very kindㅜㅜ“

“Went with a couple girlfriends for restaurant week. The restaurant week special set was such a great value and the food was amazing! The service was excellent and our server was amazing, very attentive and even helped us cook one of the courses. I would definitely go again.“

“Phenomenal Hotpot Experience! This hotpot restaurant exceeded all expectations—ultra-fresh ingredients, richly flavorful broths, and impeccably attentive service. The variety of meats and vegetables was outstanding, and the house-made dipping sauces elevated every bite. Clean, modern atmosphere with cozy vibes. A must-visit for hotpot lovers!“

“Great service😊 Friendly staff ❤️“

“Absolutely amazing. Best brecky in Waikiki!“

“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.“

“Greeted and seated right away without reservations. The staff from beginning to end were very friendly and helpful.
They have choices of booths and counter style seats. We sat in a booth. We found out they had a lunch special so that's what we ordered. Hamachi Teishoku set, hamachi jalapeño ponzu, Castella Tamago and Tempura Teishoku.
The food was good quality and delicious! They have stamp cards too so don't forget to stamp it before you leave!“

“This is one of the world’s great restaurant. The food is amazing, the ambience is incredible and the wait staff is one of the most knowledgeable I have seen. The guest is treated like royalty. I highly recommend this restaurant“