1. When They Call It “Tasty Chicken” They Were Being Humble. It Should Be Called “Heaven-In-Your-Mouth Chicken”
The Alley Restaurant Bar & Grill at Aiea Bowl99-115 Aiea Heights Dr, Ste 310Aiea, HI 96701(808) 486-3499Yelp: 4 Stars – 465 Reviews
Typically, bowling is not synonymous with gourmet food, but the Alley Restaurant Bar & Grill is definitely the exception. I love this place because it has flavorful food, stellar service and it’s inside a bowling alley. The Boneless Marinated Kalbi melts in your mouth and the Tasty Chicken (fried) is sinfully delicious.
2. Café Laufer Is Your Number One Stop For Fall Off The Bone Pork Shank Goodness
Café Laufer3565 Waialae AveHonolulu, HI 96816(808) 735-7717Yelp: 4 Stars-221 Reviews
Café Laufer is a winner when it comes to Honolulu restaurants with quality ingredients. This hidden gem is A-MA-ZING and the unique setup is different than most restaurants. Once you get your table, you have to go back up the counter to order your food (totally worth the extra walk).
Their desserts are so good you don’t even feel guilty about cheating on your diet. The Banana Cream Oreo Torte gives your taste buds a delightful shock with just the right amount of sweetness. The Pork Shank is so tender and juicy you’ll want to order a second serving.
3. My Mouth Does A Happy Dance Every Time I Eat The Sushi At Doraku Kakaako
Doraku Sushi1009 Kapiolani BlvdHonolulu, HI 96814Kaka’ako(808) 591-0101Yelp: 4 Stars – 361 Reviews
There are so many great Honolulu restaurants that serve delicious sushi. I recently tried Doraku Sushi and let me tell you why you have to add Doraku to your rotation:
It has great happy hour pricing with generous sushi roll portions.
Their Kagu-Tsuchi Roll “God of Fire” with spicy tuna, jalapeno, habanero and spicy garlic sauce is killer!
The Lychee Martini is delectable. If you don’t want a long wait, get there early before the lunch and dinner rush.
4. Kalua Pig Is What Makes This Little Piggy Run All The Way To Helena’s Hawaiian Food
Helena’s Hawaiian Food1240 N School StHonolulu, HI 96817Kalihi(808) 845-8044Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 880 Reviews
You know it’s a top Honolulu restaurant when the locals eat at the joint. If you’re looking to try true local Hawaiian food, look no further. The Kalua Pig is cooked in an underground pit, known as an “imu.” The short ribs here are super savory.
5. Where Else Would You Get An Imu Cooked Pig At An Irish Pub?
Murphy’s Bar & Grill2 Merchant StHonolulu, HI 96813 Downtown (808) 531-0422 Yelp: 4 Stars – 622 Reviews
Only at Honolulu restaurants. They also have Irish favorites like Corned Beef and Cabbage, Shepherd’s Pie and Gaelic Steak that will be yummy, yummy in your tummy. Don’t forget to drink a pint of Guinness too!
6. Hawaiian Asian Fusion Dishes That Make You Want To Keep Eating Until Your Stomach Bursts
Roys Waikiki226 Lewers St Honolulu, HI 96815Waikiki(808) 923-7697Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 858 Reviews
Yep. It’s that good! The Honolulu restaurant is pricey, but the service is impeccable and their sushi is scrumptious. The Macadamia Nut Crusted White Fish with Lobster Butter Sauce and the Melting Hot Chocolate Soufflé will make you never want to put down your fork.
7. Pretend To Be T-Rex While You Chomp Your Pork Chop
Haleiwa Joe’s (Haiku Gardens)Haiku Gardens46-336 Haiku RdKaneohe, HI 96744(808) 247-6671Yelp: 4 Stars – 376 Reviews
For those of you who don’t know that part of Jurassic Park was filmed in on the windward side of Oahu, now you do. Haleiwa Joe’s sits on top of the beautiful Haiku Garden’s with a breathtaking view of the mountains recognizable from the famous blockbuster movie.
The Fresh Ahi (rare) has the most amazing teriyaki buerre blanc, and the Chipotle Grilled Pork Chop won’t disappoint. If you’re really hungry get the Prime Rib–it’s so big you’ll feel like you ordered half a cow.
8. Hawaii’s Celebrity Chef Alan Wong Delivers Masterpieces For Your Mouth
Alan Wong’s Restaurant1857 S King St Honolulu, HI 96826Mo’ili’ili(808) 949-2526Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 1173 Reviews
Alan Wong is in fact, not just a chef, but a true artist. You know how in “Catching Fire” the Capitol’s citizen’s drank stuff so they could throw up just to keep tasting more? Yeah, I wish I had some of that every time I go here.
My personal favorite is the Shrimp and Clams, Linguini with Chili Coconut Lemongrass Basil Sauce. Try just about anything on the menu at this Honolulu restaurant. I guarantee you’ll love it.
9. Poké So Good You Won’t Believe How Fast It Disappears
Ono Seafood747 Kapahulu AveApt 4Honolulu, HI 96816Kaimuki(808) 732-4806Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 767 Reviews
To understand why this is one of our favorite Honolulu restaurants, you need to know that “ono” means absolutely delicious in Hawaiian. Everyone raves about the fresh raw fish poké from Ono Seafood. If you are new to the islands, get ready to fall in love with this type of dish.
10. Bacon + Avocado + Lettuce + Tomato = BALT Sandwich In A Croissant
HiBlend Health Bar & Cafe661 Keeaumoku St1st Fl Ste 105 AHonolulu, HI 96814 (808) 721-7303 Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 69 Reviews
I think I’m in love! This mouthwatering sandwich may not be low in calories, but it is high in flavor. Rest assured that most of the ingredients used are locally grown and organic, so you can easily justify indulging in this guilty pleasure.
11. You Can’t Live In Honolulu Without Loving Shave Ice and Loco Moco
Your Kitchen1423 10th AveHonolulu, HI 96816 (808) 203-7685 Yelp: 4.5 Starts – 268 Reviews
There are Honolulu restaurants that offer both! A local favorite, Loco Moco is a juicy hamburger patty over rice smothered in sweet teri sauce gravy. I’m getting hungry just writing about it.
And for dessert you can have shave ice with homemade syrup. Live a little and try the strawberry shave ice with condensed milk drizzled on top. You’ll thank me later.
12. This Vegan Taco Salad Could Convert A Carnivore
Andy’s Sandwiches & Smoothies2904 E Manoa RdHonolulu, HI 96822Manoa(808) 988-6161Yelp: 4.5 Stars – 275 Reviews
After a crazy junk food binge our bodies crave something that feels homemade and healthy, without sacrificing taste. The guacamole at the Honolulu restaurant is really satisfying. That’s when you go visit Uncle Andy and Aunty Norma. The taco salad is so good, you won’t even know it’s healthy.
13. The Pancakes At Mac 24/7 Are So Big You’ll Have Leftovers For a Week
Mac 24/7Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel2500 Kuhio AveHonolulu, HI 96815 Waikiki (808) 921-5564Yelp: 3 Stars – 723 Reviews
After sharing the amazingly HUGE and delightful bananas foster pancakes with walnut pralines and chocolate ganache with my husband and not even getting close to finishing, I wanted to roll over in the booth and take a nap.
I can’t imagine how they have so many people on their wall of fame who actually finished this crazy meal. We didn’t win the challenge, but we won a bunch of tasty leftovers.
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