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4.6
Exceptional(2099)
$$$$
• Vietnamese • Kaimuki
Booked 88 times today
From it’s humble beginnings as a pop-up restaurant, to a farmer"s market stand and now a successful brick-and-mortar eatery, The Pig and the Lady, led by twice-nominated James Beard semifinalist Chef Andrew Le (with help from his family including his mother, Mama Le), cook up what is essentially the family meal in the truest sense -- Exposing Honolulu diners a cross-section of cuisine that has Vietnamese origins, but is eclectic and daring.Chef Le and his team have developed a modern, fresh take on traditional Southeast Asian food, utilizing local products -- serving their famous banh mi and pho, along with new favorites. Le is the one of the few chefs cooking contemporary food built on Southeast Asian flavors that has garnered rave reviews -- a foundation built on delicious memories first introduced by his mother. They are open Monday through Saturday, serving lunch and dinner. You can also still find them at the Farmer’s Markets at Blaisdell, Kailua and KCC.
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4.7
Exceptional(166)
$$$$
• Vietnamese • Honolulu
Booked 40 times today
Welcome to Chao!Chao is a vibrant, modern restaurant where the bold, comforting flavors of Vietnam meet the diverse tastes of Southeast Asia. From breakfast and brunch to lunch and dinner, our menu is crafted to excite your palate at any hour. Think fresh herbs, savory broths, spicy sauces — all with a contemporary twist.Our full cocktail bar brings the same spirit, serving both inventive drinks and timeless classics to pair perfectly with your meal.The name Chao means “hello” or “welcome” in Vietnamese — and that’s exactly what we’re about. A warm, inviting space to gather, eat, drink, and enjoy.Come say Chao and taste the flavors of Southeast Asia.
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4.8
Exceptional(4607)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Chinatown
Booked 96 times today
2022 James Beard Award Winner for Best Chef Northwest & Pacific.Rooted in the local farm-to-table movement — a place where seasonality and culinary tradition are celebrated in tandem. One part Hawaii and one part Brooklyn. The atmosphere shares a brasserie feel with a laid-back island sensibility—a celebration and homage to all of our favorite things we enjoy eating and drinking. Crafted with brick & reclaimed wood, our urban Hawaiian farmhouse features an open kitchen, lush plant wall, brick walls, and lots of natural light in a historic Chinatown building. The bar mixes classic and modern cocktails with artisanal flare with a well-curated wine list.
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4.8
Exceptional(3563)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Kaka'ako
Booked 50 times today
In our Mediterranean and Hawaiian sanctuary, guests become part of our extended table. Guided by Chef Mom Nili, Baba Aydin, and Chef Ahu, we cook Turkish–Anatolian flavors shaped by the islands — dishes rooted in memory, carried by craft, and lifted by Hawai‘i’s ‘āina.Our family-run, woman-led restaurant is built on relationships: with farmers who shape our seasons, with the community that surrounds us, and with guests who return to share a meal and a moment of connection. Every visit is a chance to slow down, to be seen, and to experience food that nourishes both palate and spirit.We invite you to dine with us — to taste the Mediterranean through the warmth of the Hawaiian sun, to feel the stories carried through each plate, and to join a space where hospitality is not performance but care. Here, every meal becomes a small journey, shared beside the ocean that holds us all.
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4.6
Exceptional(394)
$$$$
• Global, International • Ala Moana
Booked 14 times today
SERA is a refined yet approachable restaurant in Ala Moana, where Executive Chef Jeremy Shigekane draws from local ingredients, Asian influences, and classic French techniques to create a dynamic dining experience from breakfast through dinner. The wine program is curated by Master Sommelier Chuck Furuya.Join us for our popular Power Lunch, a fast, flavorful midday menu designed for business and leisure alike or unwind earlier during Happy Hour from 3pm - 6pm. Enjoy the added convenience of complimentary valet parking for up to three hours with validation in the heart of Honolulu.
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4.8
Exceptional(4415)
$$$$
• Italian • Honolulu
Booked 93 times today
Enjoy a delightful dining experience at Nordstrom restaurants, where you can savor chef inspired dishes, using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Come and try our signature handcrafted soups, entrees and desserts and pair it with a Nordstrom crafted cocktail, wine or beer. Call (808) 953-6110 to place your order or get delivery via DoorDash or Uber Eats.
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4.8
Exceptional(5141)
$$$$
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu
Booked 132 times today
A pioneer of the “Farm to Table” movement in Hawaii, Peter Merriman brings Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Ward Village in Honolulu. Reflecting Peter’s personal style, the restaurant combines the feel of a neighborhood bistro with hints of old Hawaii. Lively, urbane, and whimsical, Merriman’s Honolulu is not just for special occasions. It’s an everyday place for those who appreciate great food and warm, friendly service!​Awards:- Honolulu Magazine, Best Oahu Restaurant, Gold- Honolulu Magazine, Best New Restaurant, Silver- Honolulu Magazine, Best Wine Program, Silver- Wine Enthusiast, 100 Best Wine Restaurants 2019- Hawaii Magazine, Best Farm to Table Restaurant-Hale Aina Award: Best Restaurant, Gold 2022All available reservations time slots are on OpenTable, we do accept walk-ins daily. Please arrive on time as we don't hold reserved tables for more than 15 min.Gift Cardshttps://merrimanshawaii.cardfoundry.com/giftcards.php
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4.8
Exceptional(159)
$$$$
• Sushi • Kaka'ako
Booked 26 times today
At Nori Bar, we make a darn good sushi handroll and are proud to say so. Our handrolls meet at the intersection of the freshest seafood from Hawaii and Tokyo, fluffy Koshihikari rice, and hella crisp nori. This isn’t your grandpa’s traditional sushi restaurant, but that doesn’t mean he won’t like it, too.We built this restaurant to offer a high-quality sushi experience to a wider audience. So come in, kick back, and roll with us.
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4.7
Exceptional(1727)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Honolulu
Booked 30 times today
et al. is a new full-service restaurant, bar and neighborhood eatery offering an imaginative menu of multi-regional dishes drawing inspiration from local produce and ingredients at the peak of seasonal flavor.
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4.6
Exceptional(272)
$$$$
• Japanese • Kaimuki
Booked 40 times today
Kaimuki Shokudo is a cozy Japanese restaurant and izakaya in Kaimuki, Honolulu, serving authentic Japanese comfort food and specialty soba dishes, including fresh soba, tempura soba, sushi rolls, and Honey Toast.After 18 years at Shokudo on Kapiolani Boulevard, we bring the same essence and hospitality to Kaimuki, with lunch soba specials and a seafood & veggie-focused izakaya menu for dinner.Perfect for casual lunch, dinner, late-night dining, happy hour, and group meals, Kaimuki Shokudo also offers sake, beer, cocktails, and Japanese-inspired drinks for a fun and relaxed dining experience.Conveniently located near 11th Avenue in Kaimuki, Kaimuki Shokudo is your destination for authentic Japanese cuisine, izakaya favorites, and memorable meals with friends in Honolulu.

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  • PeytonGold
    Hawaii •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    It was amazing once again. I had the breakfast bibimbap. It’s a really good dish! Something I can’t find elsewhere. I like to ask for some HI Spice hot sauce too. Then we got dumplings and my friend had an egg handwich. Everything was perfect! Mahalo!
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    Koko Head Cafe$$$$• American• Kaimuki
    4.8
  • Diane
    Hawaii •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The food is consistently good! Enjoyed our dinner very much! Haven't been back for some time, but will definitely go back soon.
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    Istanbul Hawaii$$$$• Mediterranean• Kaka'ako
    4.8
  • james
    Hawaii •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I've eaten the food before via farmers markets. First time. I sat down at their restaurant. Everything from a to BA to Z was perfect. Thank you for a wonderful first Mother's Day We will be back many times
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    The Pig and the Lady$$$$• Vietnamese• Kaimuki
    4.6
  • Linda
    Hawaii •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Outstanding - my favorite restaurant; only thing was limited parking.
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    Chao$$$$• Vietnamese• Honolulu
    4.7
  • Jayde
    Hawaii •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 22, 2026
    Our waiter Thomas was very attentive and kind! Excellent customer service and great experience. Thank you!
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    Panya Bistro & Bakery$$$$• International• Honolulu
    4.8
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