Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Oahu

"If you’re looking for less upscale and more Hawaiian cool, Duke’s Waikiki might hit the spot. Duke’s has a gorgeous view of the bay and serves some of the most beloved food in town at a reasonable price. Seasonal fish, perfectly cooked steaks, and succulent prime ribs take center stage in a menu that packs a lot of spice."

"A couple of our favorite Waikiki lunch spots with great ocean views are Hula Grill, Duke’s Waikiki, and Tropics Bar and Grill for casual fare. For a bit more of an upscale lunch with an ocean view, we like Veranda at the Beachhouse and House without a Key."

"This old-style eatery has tons of character, and you'll enjoy stepping in to watch the short order cooks work their magic. If you want to grab a homey breakfast or a burger, have a seat at the counter and place your order. If you want a slice of pie, savor it there, or have it wrapped up for home."

"Their well-known cream puff is called coco puffs, which is filled with chocolate pudding and topped with macadamia nut Chantilly frosting. The coco puff is very special because it is only sold at Liliha Bakery and found only in Hawaii!. The coco puff is so yummy that it just melts in your mouth!"

"Named one of the top 40 restaurants in 2011 by Gayot Guide, Chef Mavro Honolulu (chefmavro.com) ranks as one of the most acclaimed restaurants in Honolulu. Located on South King Street, the AAA Five Diamonds restaurant (2009, 2010, 2011) showcases the talents of Chef George Mavrothalassitis, a native of France who previously owned a gourmet restaurant in Marseilles before moving to Oahu in 1988. Dedicated to food and wine pairings, the menu features everything from Keahole lobster a la coque and cavier to fois gras parfait, kurobuta pork and valrhona chocolate cremeux."

"The most honored restaurant in Hawaii, holder of the coveted AAA Five Star and Gayot Three Toques 18/20 rating, Chef Mavro is located at 1969 S. King Street, just a short drive from most Waikiki hotels. Chef George Mavrothalassitis, the holder of the prestigious James Beard award and a founding member of Hawaii Regional Cuisine, specializes in the unique flavors of Hawaii influenced by Chef’s native Provence in France."

"Locally and nationally recognized as one of Hawaii's top chefs, chef George Mavrothalassitis uses his French and Mediterranean background to wow diners. The restaurant is frequented by guests celebrating special occasions, birthdays, anniversaries or any milestone event. Tourists will often choose Chef Mavro for their grand finale dinner in Honolulu."

"From the outside, Uncle Bo’s Pupu Bar & Grill is completely unassuming – during the day, it would be easy to walk right by without noticing the place. The modern, sleek designs of the interior, however, are another story entirely. At night, Uncle Bo’s comes alive with loyal patrons, who come to indulge in the tasty cocktails at the bar and munch on the fresh seafood dishes."

"Start with Boca-Rota: Prime rib strips, garlic cheesy-bread, sautéed mushrooms & mozzarella as an appetizer. It’s so good and perfect for sharing!. Try the Fish of the Day as an entree."

"Uncle Bo's is an institution for locals on Oahu that know how good it is. Their Kapahulu location is pretty low key looking from the outside and…"

"Royal Hawaiian Resort is the most iconic place to socialize in Waikiki, 7-10:30am for breakfast and 11:30am-9pm for lunch and dinner. Stop by Mai Tai Bar to sip on the original Trader Vic Mai Tai (created in 1953 at this very bar) and stay for a light spread of finger foods and share platters. This airy beachside property is worth exploring, take photos around the jungle-like grounds, visit the on-site bakery for a slice of banana bread, and buy pink stuff at TRH Inspired gift shop."

"2259 Kalakaua Ave, Waikiki | Daily 10am-11:30pmHappy Hour N/ALive Music Daily at sunset. Mai Tai Bar is found beachfront at the Royal Hawaiian Resort, aka Waikiki’s ‘Pink Palace’. The first Mai Tai in Hawaii was served here in 1953, using the original ‘Trader Vic’ recipe."

"Located on the top floor lanai of the famous Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar is one of the best Honolulu spots for live music and happy hour in town. Enjoy local music every day twice a day at their indoor/outdoor bar, from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. and again from 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m."

"A unique dessert item we tried was snow ice, a mix between shave ice and ice cream that is popular in Taiwan. We drove to Frost City to try it. The area was not great, at least after dark when we were there, but the customer service was wonderfully friendly."

"Tied as my favorite desert on Oahu (with waiola shave ice) Prosody is always a treat. I love taking my family members here and I would 100% recommend it."

"Set in a classy environment, Legend Seafood Restaurant produces a fusion of traditional, modern and seasonal Chinese food with authentic Hong Kong-Cantonese cuisine. Legend Seafood Restaurant offers dishes in various styles, which are Banquet menu for 9-course meals, ala carte menu for Cantonese dishes as well as Dim Sum menu for monthly specials. Apart from first-class seafood and meat dishes, the establishment also prides itself on tasty vegetarian options."

"My girlfriend's family first time trying Dim Sum, they said it was a little bit confusing at first but the food was amazing. Definitely a place to t..."