Cole Haan

1450 Ala Moana Boulevard
Second Floor
Honolulu, HI 96814

spiff e. writes: Went in because I knew this location was one of the few locations in all of the US that had the shoe I wanted in my size.  (Actually, that tends to be the case: that HI happens to always have the last size 5 in whatever shoe I like.)

So I asked and…

Tower Records-Video-Books

611 Keeaumoku St
Honolulu, HI 96814

guam a. writes: It's closed now, due to limewire and all the other free downloading sites. But when it was around, it was pretty good. I've bought my share of cds from this place over the years.

Island's Fine Burgers & Drinks

1450 Ala Moana Blvd.
Ste 4230
Honolulu, HI 96814

Christine E. writes: Simple burger joint with an island theme.  Not too corny or tourist-y, so it'll do.

I ordered the fish sandwich and it came with mahi mahi.  It was okay, nothing out of this world.  Tasted a bit on the dry side.

It's conveniently located at A La Moana…

Yakiniku Koryowon

1625 Kapiolani Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

Anita L. writes: I really have no clue what this restaurant's name is. It is listed as Yakiniku Koryowon on yelp and right above its front door, but on the sign on the street level and the take out menu has "Korea House" on it. On my credit card receipt, it says…

Osake Sushi Bar and Lounge

1700 Kapiolani Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

christa w. writes: nice job, osake. you totally turned the shadiest nastiest club into the perfect chill spot.

i keep wanting to not like this place, but every time i go it's SO fun.

the atmosphere is whatever you want. mainly mellow though. there's couches everywhere…

Hawaiian Brian's Billiards

1680 Kapiolani Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

Jo Ann V. writes: If you're expecting this review to be about a pool hall, you can fogedaboudit.....we were in the market for a pool table.  Kudos to Glenn--very helpful and informative to a couple of future owners of an 8 by 4 feet piece of furniture that might just…

Well Being Porridge

911 Keeaumoku Street
#A
Honolulu, HI 96814

Anita L. writes: After seeing their commercial on TV for months now, I decided that we definitely had to go and try the porridge here. It just looked So tantalizing on TV. So, after work one Saturday I got the family together and went searching for this restaurant. I…

Aveda Lifestyle Salon & Spa

1450 Ala Moana Blvd
# 3201
Honolulu, HI 96814

spiff e. writes: Definitely one of the best massages I've ever had, even though it was only 50 minutes.  We started off with a sensory foot bath, which is a pretty good idea considering most people probably walk in wearing slippers and you don't want the person…

Soho

1450 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

Kymberli C. writes: I purchased my hairclips for my wedding the day before my wedding from here.  Although I did not even have to end up using them.  My wedding coordinator kind of freaked me out about how windy it is on the beach that I was getting married on and told…

Dairy Queen-Orange Julius

1450 Ala Moana Blvd
Ala Moana Center
Honolulu, HI 96814

Cynthia A. writes: A size small oreo cookies "Blizzard" for $4.50 was definately worth ordering.  It was plenty for 2 people with the oreo cookie bits still crunchy, mixed into the ice cream.

Orange Julius smelled great!  I think it's a little much to ask in charging…

Waikiki Banyan

201 Ohua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Carly J. writes: Location, location, location! Waikiki at it's best. I am staying here in a condo as a Travel RN. The condos are privately owned and rented through a Realtor. It's a little tattered; however, everything I need was provided from the basics to TP and…

Ruth's Chris Steak House

226 Lewers St
Ste L233
Honolulu, HI 96815

Liz T. writes: I'm a steak and potatoes kind of girl and this is my kind of place. I like the Waikiki location more than the Restaurant Row one--maybe for the novelty, most likely because I can go shopping after.

Although it's a chain, I'm unembarrassed to say…

Island Triathlon & Bike

569 Kapahulu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Eva F. writes: It's just the best there is. Frank knows what he's talking about, and has everything. Loved it.

Diamond Head Cove Health Bar

3045 Monsarrat Avenue
#5
Honolulu, HI 96815

Frank L. writes: It's ridiculous how good the acai bowl is.  Except once in awhile they're out of one of the fruit ingredients, then the taste suffers.  Also you get a choice of either chewy or crunchy granola!  

I great place for Kava too.  Fresh and cold.  

I've also…

Starbucks Coffee

625 Kapahulu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Mark C. writes: Everyone loves Starbucks including myself. This particular Starbucks is near home so you can imagine how often I go here. Rather than leave a review about how great the place is, I only have one bad thing to say and that is PARKING SUCKS (_!_) ok.…

Jack In the Box Restaurants

633 Kapahulu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Frank L. writes: My favorite fast food place!  I went to school down the street and I have my favorite menu items:

Milkshakes (esp. oreo)
Curly Fries
Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger
Side Salad
Breakfast Jack
And the 99cent menu

I wish there were some on the East Coast.  I…

Bento-Ya Iyasume

611 Kapahulu Ave
#103-B
Honolulu, HI 96815

Cynthia A. writes: I was pleasantly surprised to see a new bento place right across the street from the Kapahulu Starbucks.  There was a giant musubi sitting outside the store; supa-cute!  Last I noticed there was a Korean plate lunch place there.  I asked and they…

Ajitama Ramen

617 Kapahulu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Cynthia A. writes: 3/30/08 THIS PLACE IS CLOSED AS OF AT LEAST A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO.  THERE'S ANOTHER RAMEN SHOP THERE NOW.

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Not many ramen places I've been to have beer on tap.  MMMmmm, Kirin with my "very spicy" miso ramen.  The ramen wasn't actually VERY spicy,…

Mi Casa Taqueria

3046 Monsarrat Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Isao K. writes: Last night I went on my first dinner date in Hawaii. Mi casa was a nice place, especially since we were sitting outside. They are now serving at night, and it puts a nice little spin to the taqueria. HOWEVER, I only gave them a four because of how…

Hawaiian Fire

3318 Campbell Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Chetan P. writes: Never thought I could surf.  Ever.  My brother booked this place after he first went.  

Why did he choose this place?

1) They take you to a secluded part of the island, where the waves are small enough to handle for beginners, but large enough to knock…

Bogart's Cafe

3045 Monsarrat Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Dandy D. writes: bogart's is a cute little off-the-beaten path honolulu cafe spot good for breakfast or lunch. tourists don't come here so leave the lei behind & pretend you're not the asshole i know you are. they have a number of vegetarian options, most of which…

Wyndham - Waikiki Beach Walk

227 Lewers St
Honolulu, HI 96815

D.J. Y. writes: Aloooooooooooha!!

Right smack in the middle of Waikiki you'll find this vacation time share, while I list it as a Hotel, it really isn't one for the average Joe off the street.  You have to belong to this vacation group to enjoy this little treasure.…

Prada Boutique

2174 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Elizabeth H. writes: Loved it.  For vacationers, this Prada Boutique has a Hawaiian exclusive.  If you love the newly advertised collection of clutches and bags adorned with large feminine BOWS, then snatch up an ALL PINK nylon version of the expandable tote.

It's super…

Kuhio Beach Grill

2552 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Nick A. writes: I stayed at this hotel and went here one night as we kept seeing the signs for the buffet this place had. All n all the food was good but felt there wasn't all that much of a selection given the price ($20/head). One plus was live entertainment w/…

New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel the

2863 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Cid T. writes: I wish I can give this place 3.5 stars. The rooms were average, the location was great, the staff was friendly, the restaurant and bar were mediocre.

The New Otani Hotel is a great choice for those who want a more affordable beachfront hotel away…

Billabong

2424 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Jaena G. writes: Strange thing in Hawaii, all you wanna buy are shorts--short shorts, short bikini bottoms, short tanks, short cover-ups...short dresses-- absolutely convinced that once you reach good ole San Francisco, with its irrevocably puckish weather, you will…

Oceanarium Restaurant

2490 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Brandon M. writes: First, the spectacle of a scuba diver in a large fish tank full of fish earns it a nice rating. Second, I always loose in a buffet because I don't eat much in one sitting, especially an expensive one, but I didn't have to pay. I met one of the locals…

Waikiki Prince Hotel

2431 Prince Edward St
Honolulu, HI 96815

trav .. writes: Pretty good. For all the color and style Waikiki has to offer, this establishment is a little drab. Simple and clean but gray.
The rates are cheap!
$65/day for a double bed in a studio with a balcony. ($72 after tax) This location is two blocks from…

Marc Diamond Head Beach Hotel

2947 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Dandy D. writes: part of the marc resorts properties, this place has about four really nice things going for it:

1. under the radar & off the tourist map, it's just enough away from waikiki to feel really private & non-touristy, but close enough to waikiki & downtown…

Queen Kapiolani Hotel

150 Kapahulu Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815

Britt W. writes: Sleek and posh hotels are nice and all, but past-their-prime beaters turn me on. Is it the sense of adventure? Because that is surely what you get when you select that 2 star hotel for your cheap all-inclusive Honolulu vacation. Is it my masochistic…

Ohana Waikiki West

2330 Kuhio Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Lily K. writes: This hotel has the best location.  It is right next to Starbucks where I have to go to every morning :).  3 short blocks from the ocean.  Right across from International Market.  The room that I stayed is a little small, but it is on 17th floor which…

Restaurant Suntory

2233 Kalakaua Ave Ste B307
Honolulu, HI 96815

Dan V. writes: One of 5 restaurants the Japanese brewery/distillery Suntory owns and operates outside of Japan (the other 4 are in Shanghai, Taipei, Acapulco and Mexico City).

Specializing in teppan-yaki, shabu-shabu and sukiyaki, the service at Restaurant Suntory…

Deja Vu Showgirls

2301 Kuhio Ave
Ste 301
Honolulu, HI 96815

Johnny S. writes: This is the best strip club in Waikiki.  Steer clear of all the other ones, they're lame.  Get a coupon out of the Honolulu Weekly for free cover and you'll save $10, except on Tuesdays.

Beard Papa's Cream Puffs

2370 Kuhio Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815

JeFF T. writes: Tried it here before the SF locations ever opened up.  It's a tasty creme puff, but I prefer just plain whipped creme...not some whipped creme custard variety.  Get me a tub of creme puffs from Costco and I'll be happy.

88 Tees Too

2168 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Kenji Y. writes: Many many many selections of clothing.

88 tees is more like 1000 tees.  Just so many t-shirts.

The store is kind of dark with many pictures of celebrities and antiques around the store.

It's definitely a must stop by store when you are in Honolulu.

I…

Keoni by Keo's

2375 Kuhio Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

michelle i. writes: on our last night in hawaii we wanted to go out and actually have a normal civilized sit down dinner.... we had consumed nothing but microwaved cheese hot dogs and salami dipped in cream cheese for most of the week and we wanted real food dammit. we…

Hula's Bar & Lei Stand

134 Kapahulu Ave
Waikiki Grand Hotel, 2nd Fl
Honolulu, HI 96815

Darin I. writes: This is my fiftieth yelp, so I will review something with both personal and cultural significance.

My nascent yelp career has taught me that there is indeed a yelp code of ethics.   Some places compel you to write a glowing review, for to do otherwise…

Waikiki Lau Yee Chai

2250 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Rachel C. writes: Hands down this is one of my favorite Chinese restaurants in the world!  Lazy Susans on the table to make sure everything gets shared.  And everything is worth sharing.  Great for family gatherings.  I've been going to this place more years than I…

Spark

2244 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

niki m. writes: As far as Hawaii goes, locals will agree that there is a huge population of Japanese transplants on the island, Spark shows exactly what that is all about catering to tourists and local japanese fashion and pop culture fans alike. A friend bought me…