50 Best Vegetarian 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.“

“Very good food.“

“I am a Miami to Alaska transplant and seek out great Cuban food and cafe’ whenever I travel. Castro’s is the real deal!! The Cuban Cafe’ is spot on and the French Toast with the Rum Sauce is off the charts!! Enough food to feed two! The owner is friendly & engaging as is the staff. Stop in, grab a Cafe’ and chill on the sidewalk seating while your breakfast is created..I say created because it is a true work of art…at least in my professional opinion.“

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

“Great service😊 Friendly staff ❤️“

“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.“

“One of my old standby vegetarian restaurants in town. It’s a cozy, clean spot with the added convenience of free parking in the back.

The friendly lady who served us was welcoming and attentive, bringing us water and taking our order promptly.

The chicken tenders were perfectly fried, with a crispy exterior and wonderful texture. The fried noodles were another highlight—crispy, loaded with a variety of vegetables, and tossed in a flavorful sauce. The combination of textures was excellent.

My guest also really enjoyed her vermicelli.

Overall, another satisfying visit. I’ll definitely be back the next time I’m craving vegetarian 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!“

“Love the food. Delicious. Fresh and hot“

“The ABSOLUTE BEST BURGER! In Waikiki! Hand packed, fresh ground delicious goodness, with phenomenal sides... fries/onion rings... my wife and I had almost all of their menu, in the midst of normally avoiding burgers... afterall I can have that at home, in a city with so much choice... we found ourselves going back again and again... just delicious.“

“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.“

“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!“

“Went down to Styx Asia to see if there was anything I hadn’t tried yet and noticed a premium tempura unagi set. It was limited to 10 available servings per day so I wanted to give it a try; plus it’s not too common to see unagi being tempura fried.

Bowl was full to the brim with fried veggies and some fish plus the unagi. If I remember right the price was right around $50 so it might be expensive to some for a tempura bowl but I felt like it was worth it. I was definitely full after the meal. Everything was steaming hot but also tasted clean and fresh. The main draw for me however was the unagi tempura. Usually unagi is served on its own with rice and grilled and covered in sauce. Having it tempura fried was interesting in a good way but I think I still prefer classic grilled unagi more for now.“

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

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

“The best old skool saimin joint on the planet...the broth just brings back alot of memories of enjoying saimin with your parents and grandparents...its just so rich in flavor and the noodles are second to none...then its time to sink your teeth in the smoky flava of their bbq stick,omg doesn't get any better..my go to is the wonton min and bbq sticks, if you haven't already visited this place, do yourselves a favor and check them out soon.. 🤙🤙🤙“

“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.“

“I am foodie from Japan, enjoy once or twice a month hotel buffet in Tokyo. But Orchids Sunday branch menu was the best ever. Not only does it taste good, but it also tastes good, fine scenery, number and placement of staff and their diligence noteworthy.“

“Had such a great food experience. Everyone was friendly. For being complete outsiders, we were made to feel like family.“

“Food was good and came out quickly. Portion sizes were pretty good, and cooking seemed like it was more home-style and less tourist focused, which was appreciated. I got the beef chow fun, the person that I went with got the beef rice soup.“

“Hidden gem near Sand Island and exactly the kind of place we never would have found without a little extra time before our flight. The second you walk in, you know it’s where the locals eat. No tables? Didn’t matter one bit. This was probably the best food we had all week in Hawaii.

The loco moco was hands down the best of our trip and somehow also the best price we saw anywhere. The beef patties were clearly homemade and absolutely delicious, the eggs were cooked perfectly, and the fried rice was unbelievably good. Gravy- fire.

Was it a little grungy looking inside? Sure. But the kitchen looked clean, the food came out hot and fresh, and honestly that just made us trust that it was going to be amazing. The kind of spot you remember long after the fancy tourist restaurants fade together.

If you care more about incredible local food than trendy decor, don’t skip this place.“

“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 staff at Cafe Kaila are so warm and welcoming. They also have best breakfast whether you choose to eat an eggs Benedict or a banana bread French toast. Always fresh fruit there so pile it on everyone and just enjoy 😉“

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

“Delicious food ,great people“

“Located right in the heart of Waikiki, this small sushi spot is an excellent choice, especially for lunch. It offers solid lunch combo specials, with extended lunch hours and all-day dining. While the food is fairly standard Japanese fare, the service is outstanding.“

“Very impressive, from the salads (Seaweed and also the Spicy, not too hot, but delicious), down to all of the Miyazaki A5 meats... Upper echelon and just Heavenly! Chateau Briand is "other worldly"! Soooo Delicious, and reasonably priced for what your getting as a set of your choosing, plus Ala carte options make it fun to venture into... (I loved the tongue)! ! The Marscapone Icecream with the Corn tea will become your new favorite dessert! Han no Daidokoro is simply OUTSTANDING!!!“

“So delicious“

“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.“

“Absolutely amazing. Best brecky in Waikiki!“

“4.7/5 — nearly perfect. Sushi Sho was one of the best and most focused sushi experiences I’ve had. The meal is prepaid through Tock, with gratuity included, so once you sit down the experience is entirely about the omakase.

Don’t expect caviar, truffles, or unnecessary luxury ingredients added to justify the price. Sushi Sho is about technique, precision, and thoughtful combinations of both local Hawaiian and Japanese ingredients. The rice, temperature, seasoning, texture, and progression of each piece were incredibly deliberate. It feels like a pure sushi experience rather than a luxury tasting menu disguised as omakase.

Keiji Nakazawa wasn’t behind the counter during our visit, but that didn’t detract from the experience. The sushi masters were extremely attentive and detail-oriented, with warm, personal service throughout.

We spent about $490 per person all-in, including sake, beer, and one additional piece. Expensive, absolutely, but the value is in the craftsmanship and execution rather than flashy ingredients. 4.7/5 and about as close to perfect as a sushi experience gets for me.“

“Best burritos on the planet!“

“A great Japanese spot!

Overall: 4.5/5

Food - 4.5/5

Spicy Tuna Don - 5/5 - Loved this! One of my favourite Donburis I’ve ever had. Really flavourful and a nice kick with the spice too.

Sobu - 4/5 - First time trying Sobu! It’s like a cold ramen. It was great but my preference is warm noodles. My friend absolutely loved it though.

Chicken Karage - 4/5 - Fresh and tasty! Oil wasn’t too much either.

Ambiance - 5/5 - Reminded me of being in Japan. Loved it!

Service - 5/5 - Everyone was super friendly and food came out really fast.“

“Food was amazing.full of locals. It’s upstairs and around a courier. Definitely worth going to.“

“Everything was so beautiful and intimate!“

“Franceska is wonderful and did such an amazing job on decorating a cake for my wife and sister-in-law. Cannot recommend her cakes enough for those who have gluten, dairy, and other dietary needs/ preferences. We had the double layered strawberry guava cake with coconut icing. Also added fruit and flours to the top. Such a treat :)“

“Wonderful hospitality!! And always delicious. 😍 Always a must stop when we are in town. Plus the atmosphere is great as well.“

“Absolutely phenomenal food and service. Ordered the Goodbye Dracula roll, the ahi was so fresh. The chicken stir fry has the best oyster sauce I’ve ever had, cooked to perfection tonight. The FOH service by Yuko, she’s a super woman!“

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

“1. Super Clean 2. Very Ono 3. Excellent Customer Service Awesome 👏“

“Fancy kaiten sushi place. Pretty pricey but at a time when everywhere getting expensive, it feels comparable to genki, but quality over quantity. We like to go for their maguro event and today's was great. Chutoro was great and tasty along with other dishes like tekka maki and their mixed maguro handroll.“

“風景優美，服務品質特佳。“

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

“Delicious healthy charming garden deck in back. yummy 💖“

“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👍“

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“Excellent experience. The sushi was incredibly fresh, expertly prepared, and truly stands above the competition. What made the visit even more memorable was the genuine warmth and kindness of the staff. The service was friendly, attentive, and efficient, making us feel welcome from start to finish. We will definitely be back when we come back to Hawaii, and highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Superior classic burgers, great fries, friendly staff and wonderfully nostalgic setting. Highly recommend!!! 🙌🏼“

“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“

“Awesome food and cocktails“