Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Oahu

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Oahu? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

J-Shop

5.0

5 (22)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Honolulu

About the restaurant

<< We are BYOB, so please bring your favorite liquor >>
Our restaurant is a small, hidden izakaya restaurant located inside the J-Shop supermarket.
J-Shop is a Japanese fresh food store run by a company that imports fresh fish, wagyu beef, vegetables, and fruit directly from Japan several flights a week.
Please enjoy the freshest Japanese foods at Izakakaya.

Top review

Michelle

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Best ever sashimi - Like eating butter. Owners and waiter were so warm and friendly. Ordered two of their specials for the evening. Out of this word. They will even deep fry your fish bones and shrimp heads which were outstanding. You will love it! BYOB

Mugen

4.9

4.9 (319)

$50 and over

Contemporary French

Waikiki

About the restaurant

Mugen is an award-winning fine dining concept that is elevating Hawaii’s status as a destination for culinary travel. Experience global contemporary artistry with a sense of place at Mugen, the Forbes Five-Star rated fine dining restaurant at ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki, where every dish tells a story and every sip is a celebration.
Rising star Executive Chef Colin Sato has redefined the Mugen dinner experience with his new five-course menu, designed in collaboration with Pastry Chef Jamon Harper and in consultation with renowned Chef Alan Wong. Featuring seasonal and local ingredients, diners can choose from myriad options within each course while sipping inventive cocktails or exploring wine from Mugen’s extensive collection, honored with the Wine Spectator "Best Of" Award.

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KimberlyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

The staff is by far one of the best teams I've experienced. Douglas the Sommelier is one of the best! We tried the 6 course pairing and thought it was worth every penny. Highly recommend.

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Sunset Champagne & Caviar Experience

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Afternoon Tea at Espacio

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The Five Star New Year's Eve Experience

Japanese BBQ Yoshi

4.9

4.9 (93)

$50 and over

Japanese (Yakiniku)

Honolulu

About the restaurant

Japanese BBQ Yoshi, a place where you can get a taste of Japan.

Restaurant features for U.S.
1. New environmentally friendly infrared grill technology.
2. A4/A5 meat air flown from Kagoshima, Japan to insure quality & freshness.
3. The best service that you can find with Yakiniku Dining.

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AdamVIP

Dined on 7 Nov 2024

Excellent meat quality and service. Price is on higher side for meat, so not as good value.

Yohei Sushi

4.7

4.7 (71)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Honolulu

About the restaurant

Kazuto Obara came to Hawaii in the 1970s with a dream to open his own authentic Japanese restaurant. Practicing the traditional style of sushi known as Edomae, Chef Obara crafts a special omakase experience from the waters of his birth country (Japan) and his home (Hawaii). With his family roots from Hiroshima, he has served generations of families here in the islands. Book a reservation today

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RyanVIP

Dined 6 days ago

There was about a 20-25 minute wait despite our reservation, but the food more than made up for the delay. Definitely on our short list to return.

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Experience

Omakase Course - Market Price

Hihimanu Sushi

5.0

5 (355)

$50 and over

Sushi

Honolulu

About the restaurant

""We are specialized in Omakase, and we have Lunch and Dinner Omakase Course."" Dinner Omakase will be $ 245 and 19 dishes, and Lunch Omakase will be $175 and 16 dishes.

We have 3 Omakase seatings daily... 2:00 pm, 5:00 pm or 7:30 pm. Any allergies will need to be noted prior to the reservation date, so a special menu can be prepared. (We cannot accommodate the guest with all shellfish allergy, vegetarian, Kosher, gluten intolerance, or if you do not like uni)

Diners must cancel their reservation 48 hours in advance or will be subject to $75 fee, or $100 if the reservation is cancelled within 24 hours. If you do not show up, the fee will be full price of the course.

Please call us to make a reservation for a party of 5 or more.
A 18% gratuity may added for parties of 5 or more .

We have more information available on www.hihimanusushi.com

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Kevin

Dined 3 days ago

Owner was really friendly and funny guy. Large portions and great quality. Get there early if you wanna get a good seat. Owner does a little stand up during the experience. Overall would come back again

Maya’s Tapas and Wine

4.9

4.9 (340)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

North Shore

About the restaurant

We are a Chef owned and operated restaurant striving to give back to our community.
We are true believers in local sustainability and sourcing. With as much beautiful food our land’s provided us, it is essential that we show respect for our bounty by enjoying it and keeping those who care for our crops in business. At Mayas our focus will be Spanish and Mediterranean influenced tapas, with fun regional wines from around the world, craft cocktails, and bottled beers.

If your desired time or party size is not available on open table, please call us after 4pm to speak with our host as seating may be available.

**Please note: Takeout is only available for Lunch from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM &
**Brunch Saturdays and Sundays 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM**

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Kate

Dined on 24 Nov 2024

Food and service was amazing. Location is mediocre with outside deck being basically a parking lot, but the food and friendly vibe overcome that. “Lost at Sea” cocktail was so delicious (apparently lime + nutmeg is yummy) and the lamb chops tapas were our favorite. The cheesecake (purple sweet potato) was really unique and scrumptious. We will be back…

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Popular dish

Baked Burrata

Popular dish

Fried Brussel Sprouts

Tempura Ichika

4.9

4.9 (17)

$50 and over

Japanese

Ala Moana

About the restaurant

Discover the vibrant allure of Honolulu’s culinary scene at Tempura Ichika, where Michelin-starred chef Kiyoshi Chikano redefines refined dining with an exceptional Tempura Omakase experience. As Honolulu’s sole full-time resident Michelin-star chef, Chikano infuses his deep-fried creations with a perfect blend of tradition and innovation

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JoshVIP

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Truly a memorable evening. The creativity, presentation and quality of the food is outstanding. Service is exceptional and the ambiance is modern and calming. Highly recommend! Go with an open mind and be ready to be surprised and delighted.

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Experience

Omakase Tempura Special

Han no Daidokoro

4.9

4.9 (676)

$50 and over

Japanese

Honolulu

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Ward, Han no Daidokoro specializes in Japanese style A5 grade yakiniku. We offer 7 days a week with luxe A5 Wagyu from Japan, Miyazaki and Washu beef from Oregon at the Ward Village. We are conveniently located on the first floor of Anaha. (Across the Whole foods, next to the Istambul) Come join us today for an unforgettable experience!

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Cynthia

Dined 2 days ago

Lunch menu was pretty extensive; lots to choose from. Service was excellent! Servers were very attentive and accommodating. The special birthday surprise was so fun; a lit sparkler instead of a candle!

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Popular dish

Seared Washu Beef Sushi

Popular dish

Steamed Washu Beef

Popular dish

Seared Miyazaki Beef Sushi

Omakase By Aung

4.9

4.9 (291)

$50 and over

Japanese

Kaimuki

About the restaurant

Taste the umami!BYOB! (WE DO NOT SELL ALCOHOL )
Omakase By Aung is modern, up beat and contemporary sushi omakase restaurant located at 567 Kapahulu Ave next to world famous Waikiki beach in Honolulu. Mixture of Edomae style nigiris and model innovative nigiris will be served in 1 hour 45 minutes long Omakase meal. Seasonal fish from around the world are used in the 15 courses omakase meal.
Omakase by Aung provides single 15 courses menu to all customers for both Lunch and Dinner Service.
Chef Aung will provide laid back and fun experience for all sushi lovers. Open kitchen with a long 12 seats sushi counter in the middle of the restaurant allows interactive experience between the customers and the chefs.

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Kevin

Dined on 12 Dec 2024

I love this place! The chef and the workers are very friendly!

Senia

4.9

4.9 (24)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Honolulu

About the restaurant

Senia invites you to share well-crafted drinks and delicious food in a comfortable, convivial environment. We celebrate Hawaii’s abundance of beautiful ingredients and showcase the delectable results of diverse cultures and multi-discipline culinary training coming together.

Senia's founding Chef/Owner, Anthony Rush, has decades of culinary experience at the two and three Michelin-star level. Chef Rush applies his abundant and extraordinary talents to two different menus. Our à la carte menu highlights refined casual dishes, making Senia a great neighborhood restaurant. Our tasting menu, offered on Friday and Saturday nights at our Chefs’ Counter, is an exclusive and beautiful gastronomic experience that highlights incredible ingredients and exceptional technique.

Senia’s name is a play on the word “xenia”, the ancient Greek ideology of hospitality where strangers and friends alike were treated with the same regard. It is in that spirit that we welcome you to join us.

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JosephVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Best resto in Honolulu. Food, service, atmosphere. Big city experience.

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Experience

New Year's Eve Six-Course Luxury Menu

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Tasting Menu

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