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53 by the Sea, Honolulu, HI

53 by the Sea

4.7
4.7
1827 Reviews
$50 and over
Hawaiian Regional

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2 people
19:30
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for scenic views
Designed around it's breathtaking view, 53 By The Sea opened in 2012 and is one of the island’s premier fine dining experiences. Having received the Hale Aina Award for Most Romantic Restaurant 2017-2021, as well as the Honolulu Star- Advertiser’s “Hawaii’s Best” award for Restaurant with a View, it is truly a celebration for all the senses. From the iconic grand staircase to sweeping views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and the rolling surf at Kakaako, each moment at 53 By The Sea is unforgettable.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Hawaiian Regional, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00–13:00 Bar Wed–Fri 16:00–17:30 Dinner Wed–Sun 17:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (808) 536-5353
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Area
    Kaka'ako
  • Cross Street
    Olomehani St.
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking available on site.
  • Entertainment
    Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Eve Dinner

    US$120.00 per person

    Prepaid

    24 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate Christmas with our special tasting menu curated for the holidays. SUPPLEMENTAL APPETIZER Samoan Crab Brioche, Regiis Ova Caviar, Pickled Pohole +45 First seafood salad Olive, Caper, Frisee, Meyer Lemon, Parsley Second Smoked Ricotta Raviolo Hau'ula Tomato, Crispy Prosciutto Third CHOICE OF: Baked Ludivico Chicken Roulade Mashed Ulu, Roasted Root Vegetables, SKF Mushroom Gravy FOIE GRAS +25 OR ROASTED LOCAL BOTTOM FISH Eggplant Caponata, Sauteed Greens, Brown Butter Sauce STUFFED LOBSTER TAIL +30 Dessert Chocolate-Poha Berry Yule Log 
  • Christmas Dinner

    US$120.00 per person

    Prepaid

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate Christmas with our special tasting menu curated for the holidays. SUPPLEMENTAL APPETIZER Samoan Crab Brioche, Regiis Ova Caviar, Pickled Pohole +45 First seafood salad Olive, Caper, Frisee, Meyer Lemon, Parsley Second Smoked Ricotta Raviolo Hau'ula Tomato, Crispy Prosciutto Third CHOICE OF: Baked Ludivico Chicken Roulade Mashed Ulu, Roasted Root Vegetables, SKF Mushroom Gravy FOIE GRAS +25 OR ROASTED LOCAL BOTTOM FISH Eggplant Caponata, Sauteed Greens, Brown Butter Sauce STUFFED LOBSTER TAIL +30 Dessert Chocolate-Poha Berry Yule Log 
  • New Year's Eve Dinner

    US$160.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate New Year's Eve with our special tasting menu curated for the holidays. SUPPLEMENTAL APPETIZER Ulu and Smoked Fish Lumpia, Regiis Ova Caviar, Avocado +40 First Scallop Crispy Opea, Choy Sum, Sesame Second Kabocha Agnolotti Chicken Confit, Ginger-Scallion Third CHOICE OF: Bone-in Short Rib Kalo, Lotus, Carrot, Long Bean LOBSTER TAIL+25 OR Seafood stew Shrimp, Ahi Tail, Manila Clams, Tamarind, Okra, Watercress, Tomato LOBSTER TAIL +25 Dessert Cassata Semifreddo Orange, Chocolate 

What 1,827 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Oahu

    Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
53 by the Sea offers an extraordinary dining experience with "excellent service" and "prime views." Guests rave about the "brilliant and delicious food" and the welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for special occasions, the restaurant's attentive staff and stunning setting make it a "favorite for brunch" and memorable dinners. Highly recommended!

1,827 Reviews
  1. Christopher

    VIP

    New York City

    21 reviews

    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Find the menu limiting and maybe too focused on combining local fare together- hard to consider basic rice as a separate side dish - scallop dish had been adjusted to hand made pasta and the chicken dish was changed saying they couldn’t make handmade pasta

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  2. Vanessa

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was at the level expected of establishment. Beautiful view and ambiance. Disappointed that there were flies throughout the meal.

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  3. Wade

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great dinner with friends. Food, service and ambiance was excellent. Highly recommend it.

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  4. Junior

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food even better service. 10/10 would recommend

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  5. Warren

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    53 by the Sea is a beautiful restaurant, with beautiful views. The service and food were outstanding. Worth a visit.

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  6. Anastasiia

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you so much it was the best dinner ever 💖 Great view

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  7. Kai

    Hawaii

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dining experience! Site of the former John Dominis and they kept with the high standards! Brilliant and delicious food, impeccable service, amazing atmosphere! Highly recommend!

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  8. 黎聖

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    日本語話せるスタッフがいて安心。 サプライズプレートもしてくれた。 雰囲気は申し分なし。 牛角がとても美味しい。

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  9. Rhealyn

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time there and we loved it. Food was great and our server Jordan was very nice

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  10. Donna R.

    VIP

    Hawaii

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the reason Restaurant Week works. In 12 years, we have never gone to this restaurant. We used Restaurant Week as an excuse to try new restaurants. We loved this restaurant. It was probably our favorite of the three we tried during the week. The view was spectacular, the food delicious, and the service excellent. We're definitely going back!

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FAQs

53 by the Sea does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now.

53 by the Sea is rated 4.7 stars by 1827 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:30
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for 53 by the Sea

53 Ahui Street, Honolulu, HI 96813

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Olomehani St.
  • Area
    Kaka'ako
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00–13:00 Bar Wed–Fri 16:00–17:30 Dinner Wed–Sun 17:00–20:30
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Hawaiian Regional, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking available on site.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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