Oahurestaurants

Oahu Restaurants

The island of Oahu has literally hundreds of restaurants, cafes, and eateries to choose from. There is every type of cuisine you could want, from American Continental, to Asian-inspired, to Italian, French, and of course, Hawaiian and Pacific cuisine. Many of the restaurants are casual, and you can come enjoy a meal right from the beach. And when you have enjoyed your day filled with fun and sun and excellent food, get ready to revel at one of Oahu’s exciting clubs or bars.

Here are a few of Oahu’s most popular restaurants and bars:

Hawaii/Waikiki Restaurants

Sarento’s Top of the I – A Honolulu favorite. This fine Italian restaurant features live piano entertainment to accompany the outstanding cuisine, as well as beautiful views of Diamondhead.

Duke’s Canoe Club Waikiki – Popular with the locals, this casual seafood restaurant is often crowded, and with good reason. The food and the atmosphere are unbeatable!

The Oceanarium – This restaurant offers a different themed buffet each night. From every table, there is a view of the giant 3-storey aquarium that houses around 400 fish, as well as rays.

La Mer – A 5-star French restaurant with amazing views of the Pacific Ocean. It is very upscale, and a collared shirt and tie is recommended.

Aaron’s – This stylish restaurant offers Continental fare with a twist of Asian and Mediterranean flavors. A little more upscale, it is recommended that guests come in dressy casual attire.

Keo’s – This restaurant is home to some of the best Thai cuisine anywhere.

Mei Sum Chinese Dim Sum Restaurant – Features selections of the tastiest morsels from Chinatown. Not much English is spoken here, but the food is outstanding.


Haleiwa

Jameson’s by the Sea – A lovely place featuring beautiful ocean views and delicious seafood favorites.

Cholo’s – Homemade Mexican cuisine is the specialty of the house. The food is authentic and delicious, and the ambience is lively and colorful.

Kailua

Baci Bistro – A charming and comfortable Italian place.

Buzz’s Original Steakhouse – A casual place to enjoy a steak, a burger, or even the salad bar. Come in from the beach, but wear your shoes!

Kapahulu

‘Ono Hawaiian Foods – A simple but delicious hangout for the locals. This is wear you come for authentic Hawaiian fare.

Bars and Clubs

Honolulu Tavern – A friendly and cozy place to enjoy a drink with the locals.
Coconut Willie’s – An open-air bar that features live entertainment.

Scruples Beach Club – Located on Waikiki, you can enjoy tropical drinks and dance the night away!

Pipeline Café – A nightclub converted from a warehouse, this fun and casual club features dancing on the lower level, and a sports bar upstairs. Expect to see a celebrity or two here!

Rumours – A fun dance club that features music from the 1980’s.

Zanzabar – A very upscale nightclub with 2 dance floors, and oxygen bar, and a collection of Egyptian art.

Opium Den & Champagne Bar at Indigo’s – Offers a wide array of live entertainment, from jazz to disco and funk tunes spun by a dj.

The Shack – The only bar open late in southeast Oahu. This sports bar is a great place to stop for a hot burger and a cold beer after a day of snorkeling or diving.