Restaurants near Kawainui Park

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1. Banyans Craft Kitchen & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(118)

££££Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Kailua

Booked 32 times today

Get ready to savor something extraordinary. Nestled in the heart of paradise, our evocative ambiance and expertly crafted dishes promise to elevate your dining experience. Whether you're enjoying our signature creations or indulging in our handcrafted cocktails, every moment at Banyans is designed to delight your senses and create lasting memories.With over twenty years of culinary excellence under her belt and countless events catered, Chef Cidney has accepted the challenge of bringing her exceptional talents to Oahu, where she aims to redefine island dining at Banyans. Indulge in a one-of-a-kind, chef-curated meal featuring seasonal, local ingredients. Our ever-changing menu underscores our commitment to sustainability, with a low-to-no waste approach that combines signature Banyans dishes and chef specials for an exclusive dining experience.

2. Gaslamp

4.7

Exceptional(126)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Honolulu

Booked 10 times today

"Swanky jazz lounge and steakhouse specializing in craft cocktails, Japanese wagyu beef, and global seafood offerings all while providing an entertainment driven atmosphere with the likes of fire dancing and live local jazz music"

3. Goen Dining + Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1141)

££££Price: Expensive

• Hawaiian Regional • Kailua

Booked 28 times today

Chef driven and crave-worthy, the GOEN Dining + Bar menu is a combination of creative Pan-Asian/American dishes showcasing Hawaii's vibrant local flavors in a hip & refreshing atmosphere. Locally sourced meats, fish, pasta, fresh salads & creative sushi bring guests a time-honored dining experience that only Roy Yamaguchi & his team can.

4. Kalapawai Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(354)

££££Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Kailua

Booked 12 times today

Kalapawai Cafe & Deli offers residents and visitors to Kailua a friendly place grab anything from a morning cup of coffee, a delicious deli sandwich or pizza to an award winning full service dinner that includes burgers, locally caught seafood and the freshest salads. We are proud to feature locally sourced ingredients whenever possible on our menu and we focus our wine and beverage program around small, family owned wineries and breweries.

5. The Boardroom

4.3

Awesome(276)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Kailua

Booked 3 times today

Kailua’s first locally inspired libation bar and restaurant. Our specialty cocktails are individually crafted with house-made infusions and Hawaiian-grown ingredients from local farmers, distillers, and producers. Executive Chef Terrie Williams put out a seasonal farm-to-table dinner menu that combines culinary tradition and local inspiration. Open for dinner only Weds - Sunday we are delighted for you to experience the diverse flavors our menu offers. We feature both indoor and outdoor dining on our patio and live music in our beer garden Weds - Saturday evenings. The restaurant only features 50 seats so whether your sitting inside on the famous wave bench or outdoors in "uncle bobby's booth" you're bound to have a wonderful experience

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6. Formaggio Grill Kailua

4.1

Excellent(637)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Kailua

Booked 2 times today

Formaggio Grill is a community restaurant that serves Contemporary Italian Cuisine, using local and fresh ingredients. We aim to make good, clean food, and create an environment where everyone feels right at home. Come in and savor our newly updated menu (with more items to come), don't miss out on our daily specials (like our popular short rib sandwich!) and follow us on social media for updates on live music and more @formaggiokailua

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7. Merriman's Honolulu

4.7

Exceptional(4354)

££££Price: Expensive

• Hawaiian Regional • Honolulu

Booked 113 times today

A pioneer of the “Farm to Table” movement in Hawaii, Peter Merriman brings Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Ward Village in Honolulu. Reflecting Peter’s personal style, the restaurant combines the feel of a neighborhood bistro with hints of old Hawaii. Lively, urbane, and whimsical, Merriman’s Honolulu is not just for special occasions. It’s an everyday place for those who appreciate great food and warm, friendly service!Awards:- Honolulu Magazine, Best Oahu Restaurant, Gold- Honolulu Magazine, Best New Restaurant, Silver- Honolulu Magazine, Best Wine Program, Silver- Wine Enthusiast, 100 Best Wine Restaurants 2019- Hawaii Magazine, Best Farm to Table Restaurant-Hale Aina Award: Best Restaurant, Gold 2022All available reservations time slots are on OpenTable, we do accept walk-ins daily. Please arrive on time as we don't hold reserved tables for more than 15 min.Gift Cardshttps://merrimanshawaii.cardfoundry.com/giftcards.php

8. et al.

4.7

Exceptional(1493)

££££Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 42 times today

et al. is a new full-service restaurant, bar and neighborhood eatery offering an imaginative menu of multi-regional dishes drawing inspiration from local produce and ingredients at the peak of seasonal flavor.

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9. Tanaka of Tokyo Central

4.5

Awesome(1171)

££££Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Waikiki

Booked 32 times today

If your desired time is not available on OpenTable, please call (808) 922-4702. We may have additional availability and will make every effort to accommodate your requested time.**PAYMENT OPTIONS**We accept cash and all major credit cards. Please note that we DO NOT accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, or other contactless payments at this time. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any questions, please call and ask for a manager who will be happy to assist you.Celebration Cakes Are Available!If you are celebrating a special occasion, we have two sizes of “Celebration Packages”, which include a cake and a small gift. Small cakes are suitable for parties up to five and large cakes are suitable for parties of six or more. The prices are $23.00 and $27.00. If you wish to order, please let us know which size in the “add special request” box in the reservation form. For birthdays, we will personalize the cake plate if you provide the name of the birthday person.

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10. Hard Rock Cafe - Honolulu

4.4

Awesome(1991)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Honolulu

Booked 42 times today

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

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Updated on 13/03/2025

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MauriceVIP
Greater Boston •41 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Nice Ahi special. Wine bottle discount++on Monday, Great mouse cake
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Kalapawai CafePrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Kailua
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4.9
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KellyVIP
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •9 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Absolutely delicious!! Second time we went and the place is super sexy and the food is soooo delicious. I had the carpaccio and the dolver sole and both are worth going back for. And who really loves dolver sole? But I promise it was incredible
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GaslampPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Honolulu
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4.7
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Linda
Denver / Colorado •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Mar 2025
Great new place in Kailua. The food, menu, happy hour and staff were fantastic.
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Banyans Craft Kitchen & LoungePrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Kailua
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4.6
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Beverly
Tahoe / Reno Area •26 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
We ordered and shared some dishes. Brussels sprouts & cauliflower was good, the two rolls were good. we will be back!
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Goen Dining + BarPrice: Expensive• Hawaiian Regional• Kailua
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4.8
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CaitlinVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 Jan 2025
Lovely experience. Superb cocktail and personal attention from the wait staff and the chef. Food and cocktails are top notch and the outdoor dining area is quaint and cozy. Overall a great experience.
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The BoardroomPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Kailua
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4.3

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