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.“

“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.“

“Very good food.“

“Great service😊 Friendly staff ❤️“

“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“

“Would have came here for the third time within 5 days if I could! I tried the basil pesto, arugula and shrimp burger. I'd rate them as follows: 9/10, 8.5/10 and 11/10. The basil pesto burger can get soggy if not eaten right away and the arugula burger could have used more balsamic and arugula flavor profile. However, the shrimp burger with wasabi aioli was perfect. It's genuinely the best seafood burger I have ever tried.

Disclaimer: the patties are thick and they are more of an gourmet burger spot, so you will have to wait some time for them to prepare you food. Otherwise, I wish they open a spot in LA at some point!“

“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.“

“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.“

“We did the menu experience which included cocktail pairings. The food and drink combos were perfect. The food started with cold fish, moved to warmer light foods and finished with a rich steak. We were impressed with everything served! With every penny.“

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

“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 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.. 🤙🤙🤙“

“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.“

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

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

“Delicious food ,great people“

“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.“

“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.“

“Love the food. Delicious. Fresh and hot“

“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!“

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

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

“Absolutely amazing. Best brecky in Waikiki!“

“Everything was so beautiful and intimate!“

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

“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!“

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

“風景優美，服務品質特佳。“

“Lunch Set was nice and a good price, $30. Tempura, 3pcs sushi and a choice of miso soup or $3+ for udon. We chose to have it with udon. Everything was tasty, from the quality of the sushi and the tempura. I have no complaints, some of the items are a little pricey but its worth it for the quality.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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“

“I made a reservation specifically to enjoy the fireworks, and I was so excited for the evening. While the hostess was extremely polite despite looking quite flustered, the management experience fell short. The manager (or bar manager—she was wearing a headset) and the gentleman behind the bar came across as notably abrupt. Having worked in the industry for many years, I completely understand the stress of a busy night, but this felt out of place for an establishment of this caliber—especially being at a Ritz-Carlton.

Onto the food! The drinks were fantastic and the meal itself was delicious, though I was a bit disappointed to find some old, wilted pieces of lettuce in my salad. Otherwise, no complaints!

A special shoutout to our amazing server (a redheaded-woman whose name I unfortunately didn't catch)—she was wonderful. And the view for the fireworks? Absolute perfection. 10/10 for the view and the server!“

“Amazing. Best service and dining experience ever. This topped any experience at a five start steak house because the staff and chefs providing the best service. We sat at the counter and it was very intimate. This is an authentic as close to Japan experience you can get in the states. Chef Keigo was our chef and taught us everything about omokase“

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

“Great food and great staff!“

“The food was exquisite, I will definitely be coming back. The food has strong flavors that remind me of my grandmother’s cooking. The workers are very fun and interact with customers with smiles and jokes and my food was out in a timely manner and was hot, fresh, and delectable!“

“Best tsukamem! Large portion of noodles with excellent dipping sauce. Neighbors eating fried chicken and fries which looked delicious. One wait staff took care of the entire place with great efficiency. Would go back again.“

“Oh my god it was amazing. I had the grilled cheese with bacon (Aloha Melt) and the tomato soup. And the sauce they included is next level. It just hit whatever needed to be hit after a super long day of exploring and driving around oahu. I'd go again but I don't live here.“

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

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

“Vegan bento box - I'm in love!!! Incredibly delicious, so are the "chicken" tacos. Please open a restaurant on the Big Island!!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️“

“Amazing food and atmosphere every time. I highly recommend this restaurant“

“Celebrated our engagement here... been here a few times since living here and even after leaving and the vibes and food here are always excellent! We sat at the sushi bar this time which I think made the experience more fun since it basically felt like an omakase style meal despite us also ordering a la carte. We're more into the casual but excellent fish quality vibe anyway... thanks jeff and to the staff for being welcoming!“

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