Best Cozy Restaurants in Waimānalo

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36 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Original Roy's, Hawaii Kai restaurant

1. Original Roy's, Hawaii Kai

4.7

Exceptional(3348)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu

Booked 37 times today

For over 35 years, Roy's Hawaii Kai has delighted guests with Roy Yamaguchi's signature Hawaiian-inspired Euro-Asian cuisine. Our dishes, crafted with the freshest local ingredients, are elevated by bold Asian spices and European sauces, with a focus on fresh seafood. Complement your meal with our selection of globally sourced wines, and enjoy the breathtaking view of Maunalua Bay from our main dining room or private event space, perfect for special occasions or business gatherings. Experience the warmth of Roy’s Aloha service in every visit.

2. Eleven

4.3

Awesome(251)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Ala Moana

Booked 8 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.

A photo of Arancino Beachwalk restaurant

3. Arancino Beachwalk

4.7

Exceptional(618)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Honolulu

Booked 47 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.

4. Hau Tree

4.5

Awesome(295)

$$$$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.

5. Deck.

4.2

Awesome(3975)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Hawaiian • Waikiki

Booked 99 times today

* All members of your party must be present at the time of arrival to get seated**Situated on the 3rd floor of Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel, Deck. features panoramic views of the iconic Diamond Head! This open-air venue provides a stunning backdrop for the chef’s American Pacific inspired menu, fresh handcrafted cocktails, locally brewed beers as well as a vast selection of wines. DECK. keeps it fresh, incorporating locally sourced and sustainable ingredients wherever possible through partnerships with local farms, ranches, distilleries, and breweries. By day DECK. is perfect for lite island inspired faire surrounded by lush landscape and unforgettable views. At sundown, DECK. transforms into the best place to enjoy dinner, cocktails, and party under the stars in Hawaiʻi.

6. Gaslamp

4.7

Exceptional(126)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Honolulu

Booked 12 times today

"Swanky jazz lounge and steakhouse specializing in craft cocktails, Japanese wagyu beef, and global seafood offerings all while providing an entertainment driven atmosphere with the likes of fire dancing and live local jazz music"

7. Hoku's

4.7

Exceptional(2276)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu

Booked 11 times today

Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday and for its famous Sunday Brunch Buffet, Hoku's at The Kahala Hotel & Resort is heralded for its tantalizing menu featuring global Hawaiian cuisine, — all sourced fresh, sustainable and of the highest quality — serve as the foundation for our menus, a mixture of tradition and ingenuity uniquely adapted for the cosmopolitan guest’s palate. Elegant and refined, yet comfortable and relaxed. Trained in Michelin-starred restaurants around the world, Chef Jonathan Mizukami blends French-influenced cuisine with fresh local flavors.*Please inform us of any food allergies or special dietary needs at least 72 hrs in advance. Reservations require credit card & must be cancelled at least 48 hrs in advance.

A photo of Arancino at The Kahala restaurant

8. Arancino at The Kahala

4.8

Exceptional(1381)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Honolulu

Booked 47 times today

1st Place 'Best Italian Restaurant' winner of the 2018 2019 2020 & 2021 Honolulu Magazine Hale 'Aina Awards - we invite you to enjoy our award-winning Italian cuisine in our beautiful ‘al-fresco’ setting and experience a culinary journey of Italy through Executive Chef Daisuke Hamamoto thoughtfully crafted menu – featuring fresh locally sourced products and fine ingredients imported from Italy. An after dinner menu also featuring dessert creations by our patissier and after dinner drinks are also available for your enjoyment. In addition, an extensive wine list designed by our sommelier, features many premium wines from Italy and Pacific Rim countries.

9. ZIGU

4.6

Exceptional(1439)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Waikiki

Booked 29 times today

Here at ZIGU, we believe the key to running a successful restaurant is to serve fresh local ingredients. We cook in a Japanese style using only ingredients found here in Hawaii. We will soon be opening our doors to customers. You'll enjoy authentic Japanese cooking and sake either inside our cozy interior or outside our spacious courtyard terrace.~Important notice for our OHANA ~We are asking customers to limit their dining experience to 2 hours when we have high volume booking.＊Happy hour exclusionday: 12/23/2024~1/1/2025Thank you for your understanding.

10. Genius Lounge

4.4

Awesome(495)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Hawaiian • Waikiki

Booked 10 times today

Come grab a cool Hawaiian beer, fresh seafood, unique Hawaiian-Japanese fusion food on the rooftop lanai, and enjoy an "Aloha" experience with our friendly staff!Genius Lounge is established in 2009, is a full service bar restaurant serving Japanese inspired Hawaiian dishes. We were selected 2022 & 2023 OpenTable Diners' Choice Restaurant.Our menus are created by Japanese experienced chef Taiga Sasahara, using Hawaiian ingredients throughout our dishes.We have some famous Hawaiian items; Sushi, Fresh seafoods, Steaks, Salads, Pizzas, and Original homemade noodle dishes!!!You can pair those items with our extensive drink menu such as Sakes, Wines, and a lot of original cocktails!It is perfect a place to enjoy a low key night with friends or a romantic date in the heart of Waikiki.We also accomodate private parties. We have a quaint private lanai space and 3 party courses for your private party. It is also a perfect place to enjoy your wedding party in the heart of Waikiki.

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OpenTable DinerVIP
Little Rock •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful experience! Food was authentic and delicious!
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Deck.Price: Expensive• Hawaiian• Waikiki
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4.2
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food and wine were delicious. Our server gave great recommendations and service. The managers were also incredibly kind. We had an amazing experience and will definetly be back!
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Arancino BeachwalkPrice: Expensive• Italian• Honolulu
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4.7
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JaniceVIP
Greater Boston •44 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Beautiful open air island vibe, eating under the banyan tree surrounded by hanging light globes and torches. Every dish was exceptional. Food and wine offerings were thoughtful, accommodating the vegetarians as well as the non-vegetarians. Our server was delightful and attentive. Bravo!
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Hau TreePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Honolulu
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4.5
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JULIVIP
Hawaii •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Bartender Scott upstairs is amazing. The meal was fantastic and the pineapple martini 🍸 is legendary.
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Original Roy's, Hawaii KaiPrice: Very Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Honolulu
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4.7
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Nancy
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
A very quiet and cozy place tucked in inside Foodland farms at ala moana. Such good quality food and the price is great . Good service.
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ElevenPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Ala Moana
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4.3

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