In this post, I’ll be sharing top beachfront restaurants in Waikiki, Honolulu, that offer great food and service along with stunning views of Waikiki Beach and the Pacific Ocean.
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Beachfront Restaurants in Waikiki
Waikiki offers plenty of choice for dining out in the area, with everything from fast food chains to upscale dining and a variety of local and international cuisine.
Many of the top Waikiki restaurants with a view are in the beachfront resorts offering dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Read on for the top oceanfront restaurants in Waikiki.
Beachhouse at the Moana
Moana Surfrider, 2365 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
One of the top beachfront restaurants in Waikiki is the Beachhouse at the Moana, the elegant restaurant at the Moana Surfrider. The best tables are right at the end of the veranda overlooking Waikiki Beach.
Some of the best dishes we had during our family holiday in Waikiki were at the Beachhouse at the Moana. This iconic Waikiki restaurant serves modern takes on Hawaiian cuisine, succulent seafood and steakhouse offerings.
The Beachhouse at the Moana currently serves a four or five course menu with a variety of choices for each. The 4 course chef’s tasting menu ($110) includes a selection of one soup or salad, one appetizer, one entree and one dessert. Including a wine pairing for the 4 course tasting menu is an additional $55. (Tax and gratuity not included)
View the menus at the Beachhouse at the Moana
The 5 course chef’s tasting menu ($130) includes an additional appetizer dish. Wine pairing for the 5 course tasting menu costs an additional $65.
Menu highlights from their tasting menus include their signature seafood appetizers, such as the charred Spanish octopus and the coconut Kona lobster au gratin.
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The entrées on the Beachhouse at the Moana tasting menu include a selection between mango glazed lamb chop, fennel pollen dusted scallops, Surfrider ale braised short rib and porcini crusted Angus filet mignon. Grilled lobster tail is also available as a supplement for $20.
Beachhouse at the Moana, Moana Surfrider, 2365 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
Opening Hours: Dinner is served Wednesday to Sunday, from 5:30pm to 9:30pm. Last reservation is at 8:30pm. Reservations recommended.
Contact: +1 (808) 931-8649 | Website
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The Beach Bar
Moana Surfrider, 2365 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
The Beach Bar at Moana Surfrider is one of the best beachfront restaurants in Waikiki to have lunch enjoying the ocean views.
The casual oceanfront bar and restaurant has an idyllic location along Waikiki Beach and under the canopy of the historic banyan tree at the Moana Surfider. The Beach Bar at Moana Surfrider is a popular place to enjoy sunset views and live entertainment in the evenings.
The Beach Bar lunch and dinner menus consist of a selection of hearty salads, poke bowls, crispy fish tacos, sadwiches and burgers. Entrees also on the lunch and dinner menu include garlic shrimp, Korean grilled hanger steak and fresh catch of the day.
View the menu at Beach Bar at Moana Surfrider
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The keiki menu (for ages 6 to 12 years old) at the Beach Bar Waikiki includes chicken tenders, hot dog, grilled cheese and a crispy catch with seasoned fries. Children ages 5 and under eat free from the keiki menu
The Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 2365 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
Opening Hours: 11am to 10:30pm daily
Contact: +1 (808) 931-8648 | Website
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Hula Grill Waikiki
Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort, 2335 Kalakaua Avenue, Suite 203, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hula Grill, located in the Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort, has a friendly, casual atmosphere, unique menu and offers great oceanfront dining on Waikiki Beach.
The lively Duke’s bar is located just downstairs from Hula Grill. I had their famous fresh squeezed Mai Tai made with pineapple, guava, orange and passion fruit juices, orange curacao and light and dark rums.
The menus at the Hula Grill feature local specialties prepared with local, line-caught fresh fish, Oahu grown produce and all-natural meats. Hula Grill serves breakfast, weekend brunch, lunch and dinner.
Highlights from the dinner menu at Hula Grill include crab-topped macadamia nut crushed Mahi Mahi, Tomahawk steak and coconut seafood chowder. Hula Grill is also famous for its dessets such as the original Hula pie and pineapple upside-down cake.
View the menus at Hula Grill Waikiki
The keiki menu (for ages 10 and younger) at Hula Grill Waikiki includes fresh fish and chips, teriyaki chicken, cheeseburger and fried chicken. All keiki menu items come with a choice of rice, fries or fresh fruit.
Hula Grill Waikiki, Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort, 2335 Kalakaua Avenue, Suite 203, Honolulu, HI 96815
Opening Hours: Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7am to 10:30pm daily.
Contact: +1 (808) 923-4852 | Website
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Azure
The Royal Hawaiian, 2259 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
One of the best beachfront Waikiki restaurants for fine dining, the Azure at the Royal Hawaiian offers a world-class setting perfect for special occasions and celebrations.
Enjoy an impeccable Honolulu fine dining experience with stunning views of Waikiki Beach from Azure, steps from the sand. Azure is currently serving a five-course menu, Wednesday through Sunday evenings, which costs €145 per guest with optional wine pairings for $65 per guest (tax and gratuity not included).
Highlights from the five-course menu include barley aged steak with potato au gratin, opakapaka fish with saffron veloutè and mole poblano served with potato confit and picked corn.
Azure, The Royal Hawaiian, 2259 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
Opening Hours: Wednesday to Sundays, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Contact: +1 (808) 921-4600 | Website
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Mai Tai Bar
The Royal Hawaiian, 2259 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
The only time we strayed away from the Moana Surfrider Beach Bar was for lunch at the nearby Royal Hawaiian’s casual eatery, the Mai Tai Bar.
The Mai Tai Bar at Royal Hawaiian is an oceanfront restaurant and bar on Waikiki Beach serving lunch and dinner daily. With live entertainment in the evening, the Mai Tai Bar is also a great place to enjoy their signature Royal Hawaiian Mai Tai cocktail watching the sunset.
The lunch and dinner menus at Mai Tai Bar feature island-inspired American classics, with signature dishes that include their Royal Smashed Burger. Other delicious menu items are the Mai Tai Bar lobster roll, pan seared Mahi Mahi and beef short rib ragu pasta.
View the menus at Mai Tai Bar Waikiki
From the keiki menu, children (ages 12 and younger) can choose between options that include cheeseburger, grilled catch and chicken fingers. The keiki menu comes with fresh pineapple and choice of water, juice or soda.
Mai Tai Bar, The Royal Hawaiian, 2259 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
Opening Hours: 11am to 11pm daily
Contact: +1 (808) 921-4600 | Website
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House without a Key
Halekulani Hotel, 2199 Kalia Road, Honolulu, HI 96815
House without a Key is another top oceanfront Waikiki restaurant located in the Halekulani Hotel. Offering views towards Diamond Head, it is one of the most iconic restaurants in Waikiki and a lovely outdoor dining experience with live entertainment.
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House without a Key is a popular gathering spot for informal breakfast, lunch, sunset cocktails and Hawaiian entertainment. Dinner menu options include Kahuku shrimp and tako, a variety of brick oven pizzas, fresh catch of the day and rib eye steak.
House without a Key has a beautiful view of Diamond Head and is a lovely place for oceanfront dining in Waikiki. Live entertainment starts from 5pm, with a lovely hula dance making appearances between 6pm to 8pm.
Reservations are not accepted for their daily Hula show and sunset cocktails, which are on a first come, first served basis..
The keiki menu (for ages 10 and under) offers a selection between barbecue chicken breast, seared fresh catch, cheeseburger, hot dog and vegetable macaroni casserole. Keiki entrées include vegetable of the day and a choice of steamed rice, french fries or tossed salad.
House without a Key, Halekulani Hotel, 2199 Kalia Road, Honolulu, HI 96815
Opening Hours: Breakfast buffet – 7am to 10:30am; Lunch – 11:30am to 4:30pm; Dinner and sunset cocktails – 5pm to 9pm.
Contact: +1 (808) 923-2311 | Website
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