Best places: Hawaiian restaurants in East Honolulu, United States

😠 Not sure why there's such a huge hype here.. a 4.8 rating in September-22. I found this place with Google's recommendation and the experience was a total disaster. If you’re going based on the google rating, I advise not! I didn't enjoy any of the food here. Staff recommended the cold ginger ahi...

👍👍 Really great food. I was really impressed with the portions that came out. Highly recommend this place for happy hour and seafood fanatics. Multiple ways to have fish cooked and even as a burger. Happy cocktails were probably the best deal we came across in this area. We came twice during our trip i...

👍👍 Amazing attention to detail. I was flabbergasted. Once I mentioned that I had a sesame seed and sesame oil allergy, the staff was very specific about what I could choose and what I could not choose. They also double-checked items to make sure I could or could not eat it. I really appreciate the meti...

Simple restaurant specializing in local classics such as kalua pork, lomi salmon, and ribs.

Upbeat, casual spot dishing up an all-day menu of traditional Hawaiian fare for eat-in or takeout.

High-end chain serving notable chef Roy Yamaguchi's Hawaiian fusion fare in a contemporary setting.

Island-chic quarters, upscale dining & a designer boutique, plus a poolside bar & entertainment.

Basic counter-service kitchen offering a wide variety of poke and sashimi for takeout only.

Popular option known for its beachfront location, surf 'n' turf, tiki vibe & umbrella drinks.

Surf-style, counter-serve nook for featuring Hawaiian sandwiches & bowls with slow-roasted pork.

Small, no-frills counter serve dispensing classic Hawaiian plate lunches, tacos & burgers.

Long-running lunch fixture dishing up traditional cooking in an unpretentious, old-school space.

Relaxed beachside venue serving pupu, fish tacos & tropical drinks, plus weekend brunch.

Low-key counter-serve restaurant featuring traditional Hawaiian dishes such as laulau & kalua pig.

Easygoing eatery doling out locavore Hawaiian cuisine in breezy, surfer-themed environs.

Hawaiian fare made with local, organic ingredients in a cozy cafe with indoor and outdoor seating.

Compact, deli-style go-to for lunch plates, bento boxes, lau lau, poke & other fresh island flavors.

Hip 3rd-floor hangout with a cozy patio offering a range of Japanese-inspired fare & cocktails.

Marina-based legend (set for the Hawaii Five-O TV show) with retro tiki decor & a Hawaiian menu.

No-frills, counter-serve seafood joint with an Asian twist offering garlic prawns & teriyaki plates.