We love supporting local businesses as much as our guests love exploring local flavors, and Oahu is packed with diverse, unique fusions that embody our island’s location between east and west. The vibrant culinary scene in Waikiki offers a diverse array of options, ranging from world-class fine dining establishments to casual beachfront eateries. Indulge in fresh seafood delicacies, savor authentic Hawaiian cuisine, or enjoy international flavors from renowned chefs. From smoothie bowls and healthy quick food, to upscale ramen and swanky taverns, there’s definitely something for every mood and appetite. With breathtaking ocean views as your backdrop, you can relish in unforgettable dining experiences that cater to all tastes and budgets. From trendy rooftop bars to hidden gems tucked away in bustling streets, Waikiki promises a gastronomic adventure like no other.
Walking Bean Cafe
Check out the best shaved ice spot in town! Located on historic Kuhio Avenue, Walking Bean offers shaved ice with delicious three layers of toppings, fresh fruit syrup, and local coffee beans from Kailua. Don’t miss their must-try signature house-made tofu pudding with Aloha. Satisfy your sweet tooth during your Waikiki vacation with Walking Bean Cafe!
Banan is a banana-ice cream oasis located right in Waikiki. Banan prides itself on being farm-to table-to farm, composting the local produce they use in their plant-based concoctions back to Oahu’s island farms.
Topped Waikiki is a healthy, affordable, quick-stop shop with modern Korean dishes for under $10. Our faves are the shoyu chicken and tofu bibimbap.
Lanikai Juice is a smoothie-bowl paradise brimming with local produce. Try the Ward location and their famous acai and pitaya bowls!
Lucky Belly is an insanely delicious, creative, humbly upscale ramen and bar spot in Chinatown. Their food is unique and incomparable, as is their giant drink menu.
Bangkok Chef in Nuuanu is one of our favorite places! It’s outside of Waikiki, but has affordable and awesome Thai food.
Livestock Tavern offers an array of swanky dishes like beef cheeks and marrow. It’s pricey, but worth it for the exploratory eater.
Little Village in Chinatown offers cheap, family-style Chinese food into the later hours.
Barefoot Beach Cafe is at the end of Waikiki. It’s a magical across-from-the-water, live-music experience with great local food!
