Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Kalihi-Palama

21 restaurants available nearby

1. Podmore

4.8

Exceptional(27)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Honolulu

Booked 7 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.

A photo of Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown Hawaii restaurant

2. Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown Hawaii

4.7

Exceptional(733)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Honolulu

Booked 19 times today

Yakitori Hachibei is a comfort food destination because it offers traditional Hakata Yakitori cooking techniques, grilling Hawaii's natural ingredients to perfection. The reviews praise the high-quality food, excellent service, and great ambiance, with phrases like 'food is amazing' and 'every dish is always good'. It's described as a place that pleases the taste buds with every bite, and the high ratings back that up. Plus, the fact that diners are eager to return suggests a sense of comfort and familiarity that comes with a favorite spot.

3. Smith & Kings

3.6

Very Good(3)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Smith & Kings. The Neighborhood Bar & Eatery. Elevated pub fare served in a cool, laid-back space with a big chalkboard menu of craft cocktails.

A photo of Scratch Kitchen & Meatery restaurant

4. Scratch Kitchen & Meatery

4.2

Awesome(668)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Honolulu

Booked 9 times today

Taking comfort food favorites from all over the map, we turn them inside out, upside down, and spin them into unique creations that are just plain good. Not too fancy, but by no means boring. We take great pride in each dish. Our goal is to provide a uniquely delicious experience for every one who comes to dine with us!

A photo of Merriman's Honolulu restaurant

5. Merriman's Honolulu

4.8

Exceptional(4120)

Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu

Booked 139 times today

A pioneer of the “Farm to Table” movement in Hawaii, Peter Merriman brings Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Ward Village in Honolulu. Reflecting Peter’s personal style, the restaurant combines the feel of a neighborhood bistro with hints of old Hawaii. Lively, urbane, and whimsical, Merriman’s Honolulu is not just for special occasions. It’s an everyday place for those who appreciate great food and warm, friendly service!Awards:- Honolulu Magazine, Best Oahu Restaurant, Gold- Honolulu Magazine, Best New Restaurant, Silver- Honolulu Magazine, Best Wine Program, Silver- Wine Enthusiast, 100 Best Wine Restaurants 2019- Hawaii Magazine, Best Farm to Table Restaurant-Hale Aina Award: Best Restaurant, Gold 2022All available reservations time slots are on OpenTable, we do accept walk-ins daily. Please arrive on time as we don't hold reserved tables for more than 15 min.Gift Cardshttps://merrimanshawaii.cardfoundry.com/giftcards.php

A photo of Hana Koa Brewing Co. restaurant

6. Hana Koa Brewing Co.

4.6

Exceptional(989)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Honolulu

Booked 11 times today

Hana Koa is a full production brewery in the heart of Kaka’ako. We have a full kitchen with daily and monthly specials. Featuring two full bars including beer, wine, spirits and cocktails.We ask all our guests to abide by time limits so we can accommodate as many guests as possible each evening. 1-4 guests = 90 minutes 5 or more = 120 minutes RESERVATION POLICIES: -All parties larger than 15 will be asked to place a deposit. Please contact the host stand or email events@hanakoabrewing.com for more information. -Deposits will be forfeited if party does not show up, is incomplete, or cancels less than 24 hours before reservation time. -Majority of the party must be present before being sat. -Guests have a 15 minute grace period. After 15 minutes your table will be surrendered to other guests. -Auto Gratuity of 20% will be added to large parties of 6 or more. -Due to the fast level of service we provide, we may not split checks more than 2 ways.

7. Leila

4.6

Exceptional(36)

Price: Very Expensive

• Moroccan • Honolulu

Booked 14 times today

San Francisco-based Chef Mourad Lahlou and Hawaii’s own Chef Chris Kajioka have come together to create an elegant fusion of Moroccan inspired cuisine with vibrant Mediterranean flavors characteristic of the rich culture they celebrate. Located in the heart of Kaimuki at 1108 12th Ave, Leila’s exquisite dishes represent the rich flavor profile found across the Moroccan landscape. With masterful craftsmanship and award winning service, Chef Mourad and Chef Chris’ newest restaurant addition embodies the stylish and charming personality of the surrounding neighborhood. Enjoy the ease of family style dining as you relax in our lush and warm atmosphere while basking in exotic tastes that intersect at the places of rustic and unique. Please be aware that we allocate 2 hrs max for parties of two and 2 hr 45 min for parties up to six. There is also a 20% Service Charge for parties of 6 or more. Mahalo!

A photo of Panya Bistro & Bakery restaurant

8. Panya Bistro & Bakery

4.8

Exceptional(988)

Price: Moderate

• International • Honolulu

Booked 30 times today

Panya Bistro & Bakery is a stylish & chic Restaurant, Bakery & Bar offer delicious South East Asian Comfort Food using the best ingredients located at the best location in Oahu. Our bakery offer the best and wide varieties desserts, cakes, cookies in Oahu. Everything made from scratch.Our Most famous items on our Menu are Malaysian Seafood Laksa, Singaporean Hainanese Chicken Rice, Oxtail Stew in Red Wine Rosemarry Sauce, Steamed Fish fillet with Tofu in Ginger Green Onion Shoyu Sauce, Panya Burger, New England Clam Chowder, Hong Kong Won Ton Noodles, Taiwanese Beef Noodles, Indonesian Freid Rice, Panya homemade Gyoza, Thai Steak Salad..... Our Bar signature cocktails, Lychee Martini, Green Apple Martini, Espresso Martini, Lychee Mojito. Wide selections of Red wine, White Wine, Whiskey and all the spirits.Our most famous desserts is Japanese Cheese Cake w/ Creme angalise Sauce, Black Magic Chocolate Cake, Strawberry Shortcake, Hokkaido Bread Pudding

A photo of The Cutlery - Kaimuki's Neighborhood Steakhouse & Barbershop restaurant

9. The Cutlery - Kaimuki's Neighborhood Steakhouse & Barbershop

4.7

Exceptional(331)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Kaimuki

Booked 13 times today

Our Menu Is Curated By Our Executive Chef Ricky Murakami Intimately Featuring Dishes That Have Taken Years To Perfect & Bring To Fruition. Indulge In Our Weekend Special Of Slowly Smoked 7-Hour Kiawe Wood Prime Rib Or Our Slowly Braised Oxtail Ragu. We Are A Neighborhood Steakhouse Comfortable Enough For The Whole Ohana But Sophisticated Enough To Satisfy Your Taste Buds! We Invite You To Join Us Here In The Heart Of Kaimuki! A Kind Reminder:The Majority Of Our Seating Is On The Exterior So We Advise To Dress Comfortably! We Take Great Pride In Preparing Every Dish To Our Guest's Order Therefore We Encourage You To Enjoy A Few Pupus And Immerse Yourselves In Conversation With Your Ohana & Guest As You Await Your Main Dishes. We Are An Intimately Ran And Family Operated Steakhouse And We Truly Strive To Create A Memorable Experience For Every Person Who Steps Through Our Doors. We Thank You All Greatly For Enabling Us To Host You For Dinner. Me Ke Aloha Mau A Mau, The Cutlery.

10. Arden Waikiki

4.7

Exceptional(188)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Waikiki

Booked 15 times today

Nestled in a sanctuary at the foot of Diamond Head in Waikiki, Arden invites you to discover the essence of Contemporary Hawaii Cuisine. Culinary artisans Makoto Ono and Amanda Cheng welcome you into their world of edible expression where every moment is woven into a cherished memory.Experience the allure of Arden, where every bite narrates a story and each visit feels like returning home.

‘About the restaurant’ descriptions have been generated using an artificial intelligence model comprised of OpenTable proprietary data that has not been independently verified by OpenTable. The content is presented as-is, for informational purposes only.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

P
Pam
Hawaii •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We sat in the large patio area outside. It was very pleasant, with balmy weather and light trade winds, and we liked the live music (a solo guitarist/singer). We ordered from the Happy Hour menu and the food and drinks were inexpensive. Even though the restaurant was busy we were served quickly. My friend ordered the local shrimp and chips and I had the tempura fish and chips. Our waitress brought us a small glass of Prosecco (no charge) before our meal arrived. The food was delicious and well prepared. The coating on the seafood was light and crispy (not greasy). The service was excellent. Shout outs to our pleasant and friendly waitress Mahina and to the host Kody. We liked the restaurant so much we came back for dessert the same evening after we attended a music event!
More info
Merriman's HonoluluPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Honolulu
•
4.8
D
Derrick
Hawaii •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The Podmore is a gem of a place! It is a gorgeous space with staff that are kind and thoughtful. That attentiveness is part of the menu too: it is simply one of the best places in Honolulu for a creative and tasty cocktail; the food too is wonderful. I go every few months with a friend or when friends are in town and each time, we have a delightful experience. Top-notch!
More info
PodmorePrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Honolulu
•
4.8
S
StaceyVIP
Hawaii •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
Excellent surprise on Hotel Street. We usually default to FETE before a Hawaii Theatre show but Hachibei is now our go to. Food was quite excellent. Definitely worth going to.
More info
Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown HawaiiPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Honolulu
•
4.7
M
Michael
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 3, 2024
Excellent food and service. My family really enjoyed the experience.
More info
Scratch Kitchen & MeateryPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Honolulu
•
4.2
W
William
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 1, 2024
Great place to sit down and enjoy. Bacon Jam Burger is on point.
More info
Smith & KingsPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
•
3.6

Explore OpenTable

Kalihi-Palama

Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Kalihi-Palama

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Neighborhoods

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Accessibility

21 restaurants available nearby

1. Podmore

2. Yakitori Hachibei - Chinatown Hawaii

3. Smith & Kings

4. Scratch Kitchen & Meatery

5. Merriman's Honolulu

6. Hana Koa Brewing Co.

7. Leila

8. Panya Bistro & Bakery

9. The Cutlery - Kaimuki's Neighborhood Steakhouse & Barbershop

10. Arden Waikiki

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable