6 Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Waikiki

6 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu restaurant

1. Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu

4.6

Exceptional(3137)

Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaiian Regional • Waikiki

Booked 20 times today

The Eating House 1849 pays homage to Hawaii’s vibrant culinary heritage, using what was available from local farmers, ranchers, foragers and fishermen. It’s here that award-winning Chef Roy Yamaguchi blends these two worlds: the easy ambiance and simple flavors of a plantation town with bold modern cuisine.

2. Fête

4.8

Exceptional(3986)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 100 times today

2022 James Beard Award Winner for Best Chef Northwest & Pacific.Rooted in the local farm-to-table movement — a place where seasonality and culinary tradition are celebrated in tandem. One part Hawaii and one part Brooklyn. The atmosphere shares a brasserie feel with a laid-back island sensibility—a celebration and homage to all of our favorite things we enjoy eating and drinking. Crafted with brick & reclaimed wood, our urban Hawaiian farmhouse features an open kitchen, lush plant wall, brick walls, and lots of natural light in a historic Chinatown building. The bar mixes classic and modern cocktails with artisanal flare with a well-curated wine list.

3. Omakase By Aung

4.9

Exceptional(314)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Kaimuki

Booked 10 times today

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.

4. Nami Kaze

4.7

Exceptional(1622)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Kalihi-Palama

Booked 40 times today

Nami Kaze Hawaii is the story of Chef Jason Peel’s culinary journey. Combining the flavors from his hometown of Kaua‘i, and the decades of experience working for some of Hawai‘i’s top culinary leaders, including Ian Ruso of Michele’s at the Colony Surf and Roy Yamaguchi, Nami Kaze Hawaii is a unique melting pot of culinary creativity. With a farmer-focused approach, guests can expect to embark on a culinary adventure, enjoying creations that reflect Peel’s appreciation for the produce and provisions found throughout the state. Nami Kaze Hawaii is currently open for lunch and dinner, Wednesday through Sunday. For additional information or to make a reservation, visit www.namikaze.com.

A photo of Stage Restaurant & Amuse Wine Bar restaurant

5. Stage Restaurant & Amuse Wine Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1704)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Honolulu

Booked 1 time today

At Stage Restaurant in the Honolulu Design Center we're excited to offer a world inspired, local comfort enthused menu utilizing locally grown products with a focus on Chef inspired local favorites. Our hope is to give our guests a familiar yet modern culinary experience.Just outside of Stage is our Amuse Wine Bar where we feature an 'Amuse Bites' menu of some familiar favorites from Stage in a casual atmosphere.After a period of closure due to Covid-19, we are excited to re-open in both Stage Restaurant and Amuse Wine Bar beginning Friday, June 5, 2020.We will post our new dinner and amuse bites menus to our website nightly and look forward to serving you!

6. Pai Honolulu

4.8

Exceptional(561)

Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaiian Regional • Honolulu

Booked 4 times today

Aloha and welcome to PAI Honolulu—where every dish has a story, and every guest becomes part of ours.PAI is our chef-owned restaurant, born from Kevin’s love for cooking and our dream of sharing this passion with others. Since 2017, PAI has been more than a restaurant to us—it’s an experience we’re grateful to share with each guest. Kevin crafts each dish with locally inspired flavors, blending artistry and warmth into every plate. By sourcing local ingredients and preparing each element in-house, he creates dishes that are as genuine as it is beautiful.PAI offers a refined yet relaxed atmosphere where we hope you’ll enjoy the moment, connect with loved ones over good food, and feel welcomed as part of our ‘ohana.Pescatarian, Vegetarian, and GF options available. We are happy to accommodate dietary preferences with 48 hours’ notice.

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6 restaurants available nearby

1. Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu

2. Fête

3. Omakase By Aung

4. Nami Kaze

5. Stage Restaurant & Amuse Wine Bar

6. Pai Honolulu

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