Honolulu has a wide selection of world cuisine, but the Hawaiian restaurants in Honolulu are some of the best in the islands.
It may not be so easy to locate Hawaiian options when you are visiting the capital of Oahu, but they do exist, and they are just as tasty as the other restaurants in the city.
Most of these Hawaiian options choose the traditional “island” way of life, which means they are carefree and fun, as well as tasty. Drop in wearing your beach clothing and no one will mind…
On your next Oahu vacation, be sure to stop by one of these top 5 Hawaiian restaurants in Honolulu:
1. Helena’s Hawaiian Food
1240 N School St
Established in 1946, Helena’s Hawaiian Food is a Honolulu institution.
It may not be the most fancy restaurant in the city, but its relaxed atmosphere and casual vibe is all part of the Hawaiian “island” lifestyle, and it fits right in. The award-winning restaurant is owned by Hawaii veteran, Helen Chock, who had run the restaurant since its very beginning.
Now the restaurant is run by her grandson, Craig Katsuyoshi.
2. Ono Seafood
747 Kapahulu Ave
Ono Seafood, like Helena’s Hawaiian Food, is another chilled out restaurant that has made a name for itself thanks to its incredible food.
Known for having the “best poke in Oahu,” the restaurant offers a range of Hawaiian dishes but specializes in the traditional raw snack.
Some of the most popular dishes include the Spicy Ahi Poke and the Sesame Ginger Poke.
3. Island Style BBQ Corporation
2011 N King St
Island Style BBQ Corporation offers southern-style BBQ with a Hawaiian twist, as well as some more traditional Hawaiian dishes.
Tuck into delicious ribs that just fall off the bone with some of the restaurant’s home made baked beans on the side for an American dish in Hawaii. The restaurant is small and most people choose to takeaway, which can be ordered on the phone and collected.
4. Duke’s Waikiki
2335 Kalakaua Ave
In Honolulu’s beachside neighborhood of Waikiki, you will find the beach bum’s paradise and restaurant Duke’s Waikiki.
Serving up American classics alongside traditional Hawaiian island cuisine, the restaurant is right on the beachfront and has a long history of surfing, swimming, and eating well. This restaurant and bar was built in honor of Hawaiian ambassador and sportsman Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, and is a must-visit for any traveler.
The restaurant has a barefoot bar and serves up some great takes on bar food classics, such as Waikiki Hot Wings and Mac Nut Chicken Katsu.
5. South Shore Grill
3114 Monsarrat Ave
South Shore Grill, at the beautiful Diamond Head, may not often the finest in Hawaiian food but it does offer the ultimate in comfort food.
This family-owned restaurant specializes in being local, fun and fresh. Discover traditional Hawaiian plate lunches, sandwiches and fresh fish tacos, and a homely menu with Hawaiian, Mexican and American influences.
It’s a great place to stop for a filling Hawaiian lunch after a day at Waikiki Beach or at Diamond Head.
These Hawaiian restaurants in Honolulu aren’t the only ones in the city, but they are some of the best.
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