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Ono Hawaiian Foods

726 Kapahulu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816

Kristina R. writes: Out of fear of retaliation from the loyal-to-the-death locals, I MUST give Ono five stars.

But if I had a choice, it would still get five stars. This is awesome, authentic Hawaiian food, served with a smile and some good advice about the raw…

Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort

2365 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Winfield H. writes: Few people would describe Waikiki as serene or peaceful. It is an assault on the senses, a monument to tourism gone amok. The sidewalks are as crowded as those in New York City. There's nary an unoccupied patch of sand on the narrow beach. Buskers…

Chef Mavro

1969 South King Street
Honolulu, HI 96826

Dan V. writes: DISCLAIMER: I've had the tasting menu at Alan Wong's several times, and not only that... I was first to review Alan Wong's on Yelp.

After eating at Chef Mavro, I am over Alan Wong's. Let all the desperate housewives from Duluth and Peoria flock to…

Alan Wong's Restaurant

1857 S King St
3rd Fl
Honolulu, HI 96826

Keane L. writes: Alan Wong's falls awkwardly between Sam Choy's and Gary Danko. It's "business casual," but then it's not. It can be semi-formal, but far from the refinement of Danko (even though the prices are comparable). An elevator and valet-only parking makes it…

Yanagi Sushi

762 Kapiolani Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96813

Jessica L. writes: She used her finger to wipe off my soy sauce dish.
The pieces were cut way too big
Service was terrible
Too much wasabi hidden under my maguro nigiri!

Extra star for excellent Maguro in general

Shirokiya

Ala Moana Center
Honolulu, HI 96815

Kristina R. writes: A Japanese market/department store in the middle of Ala Moana? PERFECT.

I went in looking for Pocky, and came out with an arm-full of weird Asian treats and snacks, laden with salt and MSG. I can't imagine a trip to the Islands without bloating up…

Curry House Coco Ichibanya

1450 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

Kristina R. writes: After a long day of beating people off of the sale tables at the Ala Moana Center, I started thinking, "Hmmmm...sure could go for a big bowl of MSG today for lunch..." and then VOILA! The Curry House appeared right before my eyes!

Now, I'm not…

Waiola Bakery & Shave Ice II

525 Kapahulu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Kristina R. writes: The Mochi Bowl. DROOL.

There is something otherworldly about this shave ice. It's not Matsumoto's sweet, and it's not generic Hawaiian tourist fare. The ice was so fine, it melted upon contact with my sweltering tongue. I've never had anything…

Tokkuri-Tei

611 Kapahulu Ave
Ste 102
Honolulu, HI 96815

Liz T. writes: My boyfriend and I came for lunch since it was our first time. Cluttered outside and unpretentious inside, Tokkuri-Tei is another great restaurant I would've missed if it weren't for Yelp. The extensive menu is a bit intimidating but very funny. For…

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts

2424 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Mimi L. writes: I didn't stay here so unfortunately can't attest to the quality of their rooms. However, there's plenty to do for the public at the shops and restaurants and definitely lots of photo opps for us tourists.

The last time I came to Hawaii, I stayed with…

Liliha Bakery

515 N Kuakini St
Honolulu, HI 96817

kainanny c. writes: COCOA PUFFS!!!!!!!!!!

sometimes i wake up in a sugary haze with brown pudding filling all over my fingers and a huge chantilly cream mustache just waiting to be licked off. i look down at my cream covered hands. how did i get here? what have i done?

i…

Jelly's

98-023 Hekaha St
Ste B1-9
Aiea, HI 96701

Kristina R. writes: This place is amazing! They have comic books, used and new books, records, cd's, dvd's, music equipment, the kitchen sink...pretty much everything under the sun!

I looked in their cases and saw X-Men #1 for $1000. My jaw dropped through the floor. …

Soon's Kal Bi Drive Inn

898 Ala Lilikoi St
Honolulu, HI 96818

Jane L. writes: Have trouble finding Soon's? Look for the cloud of smoke and follow your nose...

Meat Jun plate has me hooked. It's like 2 servings for the price of one. It is a little on the sweet side along with the sauce.

Take it on the plane and people will be…

Coco Ichiban Curry House

1960 Kapiolani Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96805

Liz T. writes: I don't enjoy Japanese curry, chicken katsu, or cheddar cheese separately, but when this place puts them together--over a bed of white rice--everything feels right in the world during the 20 minutes it takes me to clean my plate.

Everything comes with…

Shiro's Saimin Haven & Family Restaurant

98-020 Kamehameha Hwy
Aiea, HI 96701

Kate V. writes: From Japan hails ramen, and Vietnamese are famous for their pho. However, reigning as the top choice among Hawaiians is an obscure, less well-known noodle comfort soup (that is, unless you're FROM Hawaii, in which case this is probably the only…

Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen

119 Hekili St
Kailua, HI 96734

Liz T. writes: After soaking up some UV rays at Lanikai Beach, my boyfriend and I decided to visit this much yelped about place. Even tourists had found their way here for the famous pancakes with macadamia sauce--and you know, Kailua is half an hour out of…

Gyu-Kaku

1221 Kapiolani Blvd
# 105
Honolulu, HI 96814

Aaron I. writes: Yes it is true this place will remind you of yakiniku style Japanese dining. Great assortment of beef to choose from filet mignon to harami skirt to tongue to kalbi with 3 shoyu based sauces to choose from with Kirin on tap, hmmm!

You will smell like…

Garlic Restaurant Ninniku Ya

3196 Waialae Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816

Liz T. writes: This isn't a hole in the wall, it's a slit in the tent (literally). The makeshift dining area outside is garlicky and smokey, which is how I like my steak but not so much my hair after sitting there for a few hours. Come casual or leave in your silk…

Mitsu-Ken

1223 N School St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Darin I. writes: Two words: Garlic chicken. Worth the long lines and agonizing struggle to find parking. It's totally ono and to die -- and possibly kill -- for.

The neighborhood (Kalihi) is fine if you look and/or are "local." But if you aren't, that's another…

The Well Bento

2570 S Beretania St
Ste 204
Honolulu, HI 96826

Kristina R. writes: BEFORE LUNCH:
Healthy, vegetarian-macrobiotic, inexpensive, and fabulously delicious plate lunches and bento boxes in Hawaii?

Ye-ah ri-ght...and I just rode a UNICORN over from RAINBOW WORLD with my OOMPA LOOMPA FRIENDS, Boom Boom and Snickers.…

Phuket Thai Restaurant

1960 Kapiolani Blvd Ste 109
Honolulu, HI 96826

Cynthia A. writes: I don't like that they only serve single portions of Tom Yum soup. What if I want a whole big bowl?

Island Manapua Factory

2752 Woodlawn Dr
Honolulu, HI 96822

Cynthia A. writes: What?! I didn't write a review for this place yet?!!! I loooove their curry chicken manapua, as well as several other types of manapua. Their saimin rocks, their look fun and other small delicacies kick butt. Feed me! MMMmmm, thinking about the…

Jimbo Restaurant

1936 S King St Ste 103
Honolulu, HI 96826

Kristina R. writes: The udon and broth were both spectacular. And to use the word "spectacular" about noodles is a stretch in most cases, I know.

But in this case, it truly was mind-blowingly delicious. They were hand-made strings of love. I can't believe I ate an…

Hy's Steak House

Waikiki Park Heights Hotel
2440 Kuhio Ave, #A
Honolulu, HI 96815

Kristina R. writes: In the eighties, I went to Hy's steak house many a family dinner night with my parents. We always got a seat in the back, towards the end of the restaurant, with the other Asian tourists. I'm not making a statement by writing that, btw. It's just…

La Mer in the Halekulani Hotel

2199 Kalia Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815

Hao L. writes: 4.5 stars. Flew in on Fri Dec 8, 2006 at 6:40PM, picked up my rental car and headed straight to the Halekulani for my first dinner ever in Hawaii for my 8PM reservation. And what a dinner! La Mer has been the premier French restaurant in Honolulu…

Olive Tree Cafe

4614 Kilauea Ave
Ste 107
Honolulu, HI 96816

kainanny c. writes: BYOB.

These four letters will lure this girl into any restaurant. And a restaurant that serves fresh baklava will get me tripping over the Greeks to get into this place with bottles of wine in hand.

The patio is like my backyard with the exception of…

Waikiki Parc Hotel

2233 Helumoa Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815

Kenji Y. writes: Wow, I was first unhappy about paying $200/night for a room at this unknown name hotel.

I am VERY VERY pleased. The front desk was very nice and let us choose our room, gave us a 50% off pass to their breakfast.

Pros
- Excellent Room and View, totally…

Hanohano Room

Sheraton Waikiki Hotel & Resort
2255 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

christa w. writes: this venue is on here 4 times but i love the reviews. they really get the feel for this skyline event.

the skyline event happens the first and third saturday of the month and i love it. it's a great night out but i'll tell you now--- you get out of it…

Fatty's Chinese Fast Food

2345 Kuhio Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

tiffinie m. writes: They say that in a dining experience what's served first and last will stick best in the mind of the diner -- especially what's served at the end of a meal. With that said, Fatty's is my last, fondest (culinary) memory from my visit to Hawaii.

Which…

Tenkaippin Hawaii

2132 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Bryan K. writes: Like I said before, some places you find from just dumb luck. Well in this case I used Yelp. My dad asked me where I heard of this place.... I can't say I heard it from some faceless internet weirdos writing restaurant reviews! So I told him that…

Beard Papa's

227 Lewers St., Suite 126
Honolulu, HI 96815

Kristina R. writes: They now have SAVORY puffs?!

I'M DOOMED.

And they were all pretty tasty. The fake crab was a little much, but the chicken and tuna salad puffs were cute enough to pound down with a Calipo Lychee drink.

To be honest, I double fisted the chicken and…

Eggs 'n Things

1911 Kalakaua Ave
Ste B
Honolulu, HI 96815

Brenda Kaye W. writes: When I'm in Hawaii, I usually have at least one breakfast here, since my mom's friend works at this restaurant. It's right in Waikiki, so it draws a good crowd of tourists.

Their pancakes are really good. It's too bad that I don't like pancakes very…

Hale Koa Hotel

2055 Kalia Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815

michelle i. writes: ***this review is for the Hale Koa outdoor beach BAR not the hotel***

no, we didn't stay here, but we sure did invade their bar on a few nights. i don't exactly remember how we found this place..... its a little hazy looking back. i think it was…

Keneke's Plate Lunch and BBQ

41 857 Kalanianaole Hwy
Waimanalo, HI 96795

Liz T. writes: My boyfriend and I always grab food here after a morning of sun, sand, and surf at Makapuu Beach. The BBQ Chicken and Kalua Pig melt in your mouth, and the shakes complement the food nicely.

The eating area scares me a little--partly for sanitation…

Yummy Korean BBQ

Ala Moana Shopping Center
1450 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

Liz T. writes: This is the best food in the Food Court, but food courts are like lowly serfs in the hierarchical system of eateries.

The Kalbi and Meat Jun are pretty good, but the vegetable sides are the true stars. The bad news is this place is stingy with the…

Curry House Coco Ichibanya

Pearl Kai Ctr
Aiea, HI 96701

Young S. writes: Probably not the best curry but it hits the spot in its own way. The service is fast and the food comes out immediately. The curry and gyoza is straight up festive on the palate. Good prices and great food make this place a local favorite!

Uncle Bo's Pupu Bar & Grill

559 Kapahulu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Nate K. writes: If you are familar with Honolulu, you know that Kapahulu is a street on the up and up. What was once a street filled with struggling local eateries that couldn't compete with larger restaurants and fast food places that made the strip between town…

Side Street Inn

1225 Hopaka St
Honolulu, HI 96814

Mark C. writes: Pork chops and fried rice are what stand out in my mind the most about Side Street. I've been here several times. Hey Aaron I. didn't we go to this place together once before? Yah, I think we did now that I see your review.

Anyway, this place is…

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