Best Cozy Restaurants in Kaka'ako

39 restaurants available nearby

1. Cino

4.5

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Kaka'ako

Booked 46 times today

Italian Chophouse & Crudo Bar. Transforming locally sourced ingredients. Capturing the heart of Italy and the spirit of Hawaii.

2. Istanbul Hawaii

4.7

Exceptional(2980)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Honolulu

Booked 57 times today

In our Mediterranean & Hawaiian sanctuary, you become part of our ohana. Led by Chef Mom Nili, Baba Aydin, and Chef Ahu, you're invited on a culinary journey infused with Turkish and Mediterranean essences. Our recipes, a blend of diverse cultures, are nurtured with locally-sourced ingredients, reflecting the heart of our family-run and woman-led venture.Every interaction, whether in our restaurant's warm embrace, the vibrant energy of local events, or amidst the rich array of farmers' lands, is cherished. Each meeting is a chance to intertwine stories, laughter, and a piece of our heritage.Come, celebrate the art of dining with us, where every dish is a passage to the Mediterranean, caressed by the Hawaiian sun. We look forward to serving you, merging our narratives in meals that go beyond mere flavors. Here, every dining experience is an adventure, a discovery, and a celebration of togetherness, nurturing through food next to the Hawaiian ocean.

3. Podmore

4.8

Exceptional(42)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Honolulu

Booked 28 times today

Podmore is a neighborhood restaurant and cocktail lounge. Created by the dynamic duo behind Senia, Chef Anthony Rush and Katherine Nomura, Podmore extends a warm welcome to our cozy dining room and bar to savor an unforgettable lunch, pau hana, dinner, cocktails or weekend brunch.We pride ourselves on expertly executed comfort food and innovative cocktails, complimented by good old fashioned hospitality.From our bacon to our pasta to our ice cream, we make things in-house, from scratch, locally-sourced whenever possible.

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4. Arancino Beachwalk

4.7

Exceptional(566)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Honolulu

Booked 35 times today

Arancino on Beachwalk is our original Arancino location which opened in 1996. Enjoy a cozy Italian family style dining atmosphere in the heart of Waikiki.

5. Fête

4.8

Exceptional(3830)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 112 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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6. Ruscello - Nordstrom Ala Moana

4.7

Exceptional(3968)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Honolulu

Booked 116 times today

Ruscello is a full-service restaurant featuring Mediterranean and Italian-inspired cuisine. The menu is bold in flavor, focusing on great appetizers, salads, sandwiches, brick-oven pizzas, pastas, entrées and housemade desserts. Guests can choose to sit in the dining room or enjoy a drink and food offering in the bar area. Ruscello is located on the 3rd Floor.We are open for dine-in service and pick-up or delivery orders via DoorDash. Call (808) 953-6110 to place your order. Join us for Brunch on weekends.

7. Eleven

4.4

Awesome(230)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Ala Moana

Booked 16 times today

Tucked away in the corner of Foodland Farms Ala Moana, ELEVEN is Honolulu's secret spot a place to escape and enjoy creative cocktails, signature small plates and weekend brunch in a welcoming, award-winning, cozy space. Eleven gets back to the fundamentals of crafting cocktails with simple executions, complex flavors, and high-quality spirits. Savor the moment with fresh juices, house-made bitters, and elegant garnishes complementing locally inspired flavors. Please note that Bar and Cocktail Seating may not be ideal for elderly guests and young children. For their comfort and safety, we recommend selecting Dining Seating for your best experience. We’ll see you at Eleven.

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8. The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood

4.7

Exceptional(5427)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Honolulu

Booked 102 times today

The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood is a cozy restaurant due to its intimate atmosphere, stunning views, and live music. Customers praise the restaurant's 'beautiful venue', 'amazing view', and 'joyful interlude' into dining. The staff is also commended for being 'attentive' and 'friendly'. The restaurant's overall ambiance is consistently rated highly, making it a perfect place for a 'date night' or 'celebration'.

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9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Downtown Honolulu

4.7

Exceptional(3262)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Honolulu

Booked 55 times today

Open for Business: dine-in, takeout & delivery available.Welcome to Ruth's Chris Steak House. When you visit Ruth's Chris, you soon understand that this is no ordinary restaurant. From the USDA prime steaks, broiled to perfection in a trademark 1800 degree oven and served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, to the expertly executed seafood, island fresh fish, New Orleans inspired appetizers, unforgettable dessert and an award winning wine list, you will find that this is the steakhouse to which others aspire.

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10. San Paolo Pizzeria

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4.5

Awesome(32)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Waikiki

Booked 25 times today

San Paolo Pizza and Wine, located at 1765 Ala Moana Blvd in Honolulu, is a charming destination where Italian traditions meet Brazilian flavors. Under the expertise of Chef Leonardo Stefanini, this pizzeria offers a warm, lively atmosphere enhanced by live music, making it perfect for gatherings or a cozy night out.The menu features standout options like the rich Quattro Formaggi Pizza, the bold Calabresa with Catupiry, and the sweet Pistachio Dessert Pizza, all crafted with top-quality ingredients. Guests can pair their meals with refreshing Brazilian drinks or a fine wine selection for the perfect dining experience.Conveniently near Ala Moana Center, Magic Island, and Waikiki Beach, the restaurant also offers ample parking, ensuring a hassle-free visit. With its dedication to quality, cultural fusion, and vibrant ambiance, San Paolo is a must-visit destination in Honolulu.

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Dennis
Hawaii •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
FOOD AND SERVICE GREAT AS USUAL. NEVER HAD A PROBLEM
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Istanbul HawaiiPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Honolulu
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4.7
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Russell
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Best Italian in town. A rare find in Waikiki. Multiple locations however. This place is more intimate.
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Arancino BeachwalkPrice: Expensive• Italian• Honolulu
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4.7
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DawnVIP
Hawaii •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We choose our first time at Cino for my husband’s birthday celebration based on the shining write ups. He’s an Italian F & B guy, so when he said his Rigatoni Bolognese was “orgasmic”, this is high praise. I ordered the Crab Spaghetti (out of Branzino after the server sold it to me) and it was delicious. We will def come back for the Branzino. Constructive criticism: The team approach to service is an understood trend; however it would be great if staff would introduce themselves. In the beginning it was a bit confusing. We did enjoy the enthusiasm and cozy atmosphere. Several nearby parking options were convenient with a short walk.
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CinoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Kaka'ako
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4.5
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David
Hawaii •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great restaurant with quality food and service. Unfortunately our wait staff no less than four times had to return to our table to inform us that the drink, dish, or dessert we ordered was unavailable. Seemed odd they were short supplied of multiple menu items.
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PodmorePrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Honolulu
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4.8
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OpenTable DinerVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Totally fantastic food and drinks. Imitated but not equaled. The service was unbelievable. Recommendations were spot on. Warmth was touching. Felt like you were coming home.
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FêtePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Honolulu
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4.8

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39 restaurants available nearby

1. Cino

2. Istanbul Hawaii

3. Podmore

4. Arancino Beachwalk

5. Fête

6. Ruscello - Nordstrom Ala Moana

7. Eleven

8. The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood

9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Downtown Honolulu

10. San Paolo Pizzeria

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