Best Fun Restaurants in Hawaii

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

Cabo San LucasColimaEnsenadaHawaii / Big IslandKauaiLa Paz

Neighborhoods

Ala MoanaApiaBarrio LoganBuceríasBuelltonCabo San Lucas

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

James Beard AwardMICHELIN

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. Funky Geisha Cabo

4.3

Awesome(415)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Cabo San Lucas

Booked 13 times today

Funky Geisha Cabo By Grupo RosaNegraConcept inspired by the Asian culture, with a menu that combines dishes from Asian Street food where oriental flavors prevail in a rustic atmosphere surrounded by the Sea of Cortez. Enjoy the best Asian restaurant with live happenings, resident DJ, fireworks and the best atmosphere on the beach at ME Cabo hotel.

2. Merriman's - Maui

4.8

Exceptional(4818)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Kapalua

Booked 133 times today

Dine at the most breathtaking oceanfront setting in Kapalua Resort. Peter Merriman Chef/Restauranteur has brought his unique style of Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Maui. A pioneer in the “Farm to Table” concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods.Reservations are released 60 days prior at 6am HST. This includes all holidays. Although we cannot accommodate parties larger than 8 people or split reservations in our main dining room, we do have other options available. Please email reservations@merrimanshawaii.com for groups larger than 8 people.For a more casual dining experience, join us at The Point, our oceanside dining location offering a casual menu. The Point opens daily at 4pm, weather depending. Reservations are not needed or accepted for The Point. Happy Hour is from 4pm to 530pm at the Point and Bar.

3. Cesarina

4.8

Exceptional(5664)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ocean Beach

Booked 161 times today

Cesarina is a grandmother, a mother, a daughter—our personification of a nurturer who feeds and cares for her community. From meticulous attention to detail and fresh ingredients to the warm and inviting atmosphere, this restaurant is a celebration of the power of food and family.

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4. Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea

4.6

Exceptional(10572)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Wailea

Booked 272 times today

Aloha, we are open daily from 11:00am to 10:00pm, with our last seating available at 9:45pm. We accept reservations & reserve a large amount of space for walk-ins. If your desired reservation is not available, please join our waitlist in person daily. Happy Hour is available daily from 3:30pm-5:00pm (excluding select holidays). Our chef driven concept is led by the classically trained, award winning chef, Peter Merriman. Peter is a culinary pioneer and one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine. He has always been inspired by the people and products around him and this spirit has lead the movement to look at food in Hawaii in a new light. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman embraces this passion! Each item on the menu demonstrates our commitment to craft and showcases high quality, socially conscious ingredients, creative preparations, and perfect execution.

5. Fête

4.8

Exceptional(3925)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 101 times today

Fête is a blast. It's got a lively vibe and the food is out of this world, as one reviewer put it: 'Mind blowingly delicious... every dish a sumptuous... pleasure.' The restaurant is a celebration of food and drink, and the staff is supercool, as another reviewer noted. They're passionate about food and drink, making every experience a fun one. The menu is a 'delightful jamboree of contemporary flair' and the cocktails are 'artisanal' and 'awesome'. Overall, it's a fantastic place for a great night out.

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6. Monkeypod Kitchen - Waikiki

4.7

Exceptional(2497)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Waikiki

Booked 292 times today

Aloha, we are open daily from 7:00am to 11:00pm and are located on the waterfront of Waikiki Beach inside the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort. We accept reservations & reserve a large amount of space for walk-ins. If your desired reservation is not available, please join our waitlist in person daily. Happy Hour is available daily from 3:30pm-5:00pm (excluding select holidays). Our chef driven concept is led by the classically trained, award winning chef, Peter Merriman. Peter is a culinary pioneer and one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine. He has always been inspired by the people and products around him and this spirit has lead the movement to look at food in Hawaii in a new light. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman embraces this passion! Each item on the menu demonstrates our commitment to craft and showcases high quality, socially conscious ingredients, creative preparations, and perfect execution.

7. Star Noodle

4.7

Exceptional(1322)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • Lahaina

Booked 117 times today

Star Noodle, located on the ocean in Lahaina, Hawaii, serves a variety of Asian specialty dishes using unique and familiar ingredients and our handmade noodles. The restaurant offers takeout services and catering for offsite events if needed. Choose from noodle dishes like the udon, the kim chee ramen or pad Thai. If you�re not in the mood for noodles, try the steamed pork buns or the Vietnamese crepes. To top off your experience, try one of the restaurant�s desserts like the mango pudding.

8. Hau Tree

4.6

Exceptional(258)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Honolulu

Booked 156 times today

Hau Tree, at Kaimana Beach Hotel, offers a beach-centric menu in a casual setting. Hau Tree serves daily beachside brunch, and culinary casual dinner offerings. Our open-air outdoor dining room features oceanfront views of Kaimana Beach under a canopy of hau trees.

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9. Duke's Beach House Maui

4.7

Exceptional(9947)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kaanapali

Booked 197 times today

We are open for takeout and open-air dining! Visit our website for our menus or to order takeout online, www.dukesmaui.com Nestled along Ka’anapali’s North Beach, Duke’s Beach House has all the romance and nostalgia you need to make unforgettable memories in Maui. Breathtaking ocean and neighboring island views, inspired dining, and genuine aloha welcome you to celebrate life like the legend, Duke Kahanamoku, himself. Savor your moments in paradise with locally sourced, contemporary island flavors and handcrafted cocktails.

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10. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Whalers Village

4.5

Awesome(3434)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kaanapali

Booked 79 times today

WALK-INS ALWAYS WELCOME!Our chef driven concept is lead by the classically trained, award winning chef, Peter Merriman. Peter is a culinary pioneer and one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine. He has always been inspired by the people and products around him and this spirit has lead the movement to look at food in Hawaii in a new light. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman embraces this passion! Each item on the menu demonstrates our commitment to craft and showcases high quality, socially conscious ingredients, creative preparations, and perfect execution. Our dedication to craft also extends to our beverage program. Our 36 beers on tap are the coldest on Maui. You can also enjoy one of our culinary cocktails, made with fresh ingredients and lots of Aloha. At Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman, you can enjoy Peter's Hawaii Regional Cuisine in a fun, casual environment and come to know what it means to be "Lucky Live Hawaii"! We can't wait to see you at Monkeypod Kitchen.

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NadineVIP
Austin •107 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Fabulous food! Loved the Scampi and the Affogato for dessert. Definitely will go again next time I visit San Diego
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CesarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
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4.8
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JenniferVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •9 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Merriman’s is always an amazing dinner and experience- it is must on our list for every visit to Maui! We enjoyed a perfect meal to celebrate my husband’s birthday.
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Merriman's - MauiPrice: Very Expensive• Farm-to-table• Kapalua
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4.8
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LoudVIP
Hawaii •17 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The Spicy Kitty was superb and the Korean Chicken is always a fave. Chef Robin’s chocolate cake with kulolo is officially a new favorite as well. I hope it stays on the menu!
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FêtePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Honolulu
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4.8
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GeoffVIP
Las Vegas •22 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Such a great evening on the Patio. Great food, excellent service. Overall, 5 stars.
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Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Wailea
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4.6
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DennisVIP
Nashville •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Wonderful service from Thomas and Alexis. The food was excellent. The view was lovely on the beach. Our drinks were perfect as well
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Funky Geisha CaboPrice: Expensive• Asian• Cabo San Lucas
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4.3

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