Best Fine Dining in Oahu

"Named one of the top 40 restaurants in 2011 by Gayot Guide, Chef Mavro Honolulu (chefmavro.com) ranks as one of the most acclaimed restaurants in Honolulu. Located on South King Street, the AAA Five Diamonds restaurant (2009, 2010, 2011) showcases the talents of Chef George Mavrothalassitis, a native of France who previously owned a gourmet restaurant in Marseilles before moving to Oahu in 1988. Dedicated to food and wine pairings, the menu features everything from Keahole lobster a la coque and cavier to fois gras parfait, kurobuta pork and valrhona chocolate cremeux."

"The most honored restaurant in Hawaii, holder of the coveted AAA Five Star and Gayot Three Toques 18/20 rating, Chef Mavro is located at 1969 S. King Street, just a short drive from most Waikiki hotels. Chef George Mavrothalassitis, the holder of the prestigious James Beard award and a founding member of Hawaii Regional Cuisine, specializes in the unique flavors of Hawaii influenced by Chef’s native Provence in France."

"Locally and nationally recognized as one of Hawaii's top chefs, chef George Mavrothalassitis uses his French and Mediterranean background to wow diners. The restaurant is frequented by guests celebrating special occasions, birthdays, anniversaries or any milestone event. Tourists will often choose Chef Mavro for their grand finale dinner in Honolulu."

"Alan Wong’s restaurant, without a doubt, is one of the best restaurants to frequent during your time in Honolulu. It’s very popular with locals and tourists alike and is dedicated to creating the most wonderful, flavorful Asian-fusion dishes. As everything is delectable, you may wish to select from the chef's tasting menus to experience an array of flavors."

"Consistently honored by Honolulu Magazine as a top restaurant on Oahu, Alan Wong's flagship Honolulu restaurant is located on the third floor of the 1857 S. King Street office building in downtown Honolulu. Alan Wong's offers a menu featuring Hawaii Regional Cuisine (HRC) at its finest."

"For farm-to-table food in downtown Honolulu, look no further than Alan Wong’s Honolulu. This Oahu restaurant offers a fine dining experience featuring Hawaiian dishes. All the menu items here are infused with creativity."

"After slicing into some high-quality USDA prime meat, heat things up with a little flambe, because nothing says showstopper like your dessert lit on fire, table side. Choose from chocolate lovers, bananas Foster, cherries jubilee, or Sinatra’s strawberry flame, and watch as servers prepare your ice cream dessert on a bed of fresh fruit and set it ablaze until the sugar caramelizes on top. If dessert pyrotechnics aren’t your thing, Hy’s offers non-flaming desserts such as flourless chocolate cake, molten lava cake, coconut crème brûlée and homemade cheesecake."

"Ruth's Chris Steak House (Waterfront Plaza, 500 Ala Moana Blvd)"

"This terrific YWCA café is a popular destination for the downtown lunch crowd, with dishes like refried taro dip. 1040 Richards St., Honolulu; cafejuliahawaii.com."

"The staff is outstanding come, the decor Exquisite and contemporary, the cuisine is artistic and delightful.And outstanding gem in Honolulu..."

"Plumeria Beach House is located at the Kahala Resort near where my family lives. It is one of our go-to spots for brunch or lunch when celebrating a birthday or something special. It's ocean-front, the food is good, and it's much nicer than most things you will find in Waikiki yet still very close to Waikiki"

"The Plumeria Beach House is an award-winning restaurant at the Kahala Hotel & Resort. It serves brunch on a stunning outdoor patio where fresh breezes blow from the ocean. You can get breakfast from 6:30 am to 11:30 am on weekdays and until noon on weekends."

"A post shared by Breana Goscicki (@breee621) on Mar 14, 2019 at 12:54pm PDT. The Plumeria Beach House is located in the Kahala Hotel & Resort. The oceanfront restaurant is an open-air dining experience."

"Multiple locationsIf you’ve got a hankering for a poke bowl or sushi burrito, Up Roll Cafe ups its game by pairing your burrito or bowl with homemade sauces and dressings. Order the vegan inari tofu bowl with a signature chilled drink and you’re all set for a delicious healthy meal.Cost: $10.00; order online via Postmates, Uber Eats, Grubhub"

"We were driving home from church and saw a bunch of yellow shirts and a white tent. It was a bunch of happy people giving out crazy good ice cream!"

"A unique dessert item we tried was snow ice, a mix between shave ice and ice cream that is popular in Taiwan. We drove to Frost City to try it. The area was not great, at least after dark when we were there, but the customer service was wonderfully friendly."

"Tied as my favorite desert on Oahu (with waiola shave ice) Prosody is always a treat. I love taking my family members here and I would 100% recommend it."

"If you’re feeling extra adventurous on your visit to Waikiki HI, embark on a three-mile journey into the Waimānalo Forest Reserve. Maunawili Falls is a secluded 20-foot waterfall near the genuinely breathtaking Ko’olau Mountains. The trailhead begins in the Maunawili residential area in northern Honolulu, 13 miles from Prince Waikiki."

"A post shared by Dustin Letcher (@dustinletcher) on May 17, 2019 at 9:45pm PDT. One of the most challenging hikes you can possibly try out is definitely the one to Maunawili Falls. Though stipulated as a tough hike, what greets you along the way is as memorable as the challenging hike is."

"Next on my list of the best waterfalls in Oahu is the stunning Maunawili Falls. One of the best waterfall hikes in Oahu, the Maunawili Falls trail receives heavy foot traffic. Located near Kailua, Maunawili is a moderate hike with spectacular views."

"A post shared by Hawaii Forest & Trail (@hawaiiforest) on Feb 22, 2019 at 9:04am PST. Another challenging yet promising adventure is the Aihualama Trail, where once you reach the top, you will be rewarded with a picturesque and breathtaking view of the mountainous area against a blue sky. If you are lucky, the fog that appears from time to time makes it a picture-worthy spot and most importantly, makes the hike much more bearable and fruitful."

"One of the best waterfalls in the region, it is an absolute delight to hike through this area. One for all the nature lovers, you will not only be pleasantly surprised at the view, but also be able to enjoy each and every step of your hike. Surrounded by the cool woods, a number of different species of trees, wildflowers and plants can be spott...Read more"