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1. Fête
4.8
Exceptional(4838)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Chinatown
Booked 81 times today
2022 James Beard Award Winner for Best Chef Northwest & Pacific.Rooted in the local farm-to-table movement — a place where seasonality and culinary tradition are celebrated in tandem. One part Hawaii and one part Brooklyn. The atmosphere shares a brasserie feel with a laid-back island sensibility—a celebration and homage to all of our favorite things we enjoy eating and drinking. Crafted with brick & reclaimed wood, our urban Hawaiian farmhouse features an open kitchen, lush plant wall, brick walls, and lots of natural light in a historic Chinatown building. The bar mixes classic and modern cocktails with artisanal flare with a well-curated wine list.
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2. Pai Honolulu
4.6
Exceptional(586)
$$$$
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Downtown / Chinatown
Aloha and welcome to PAI Honolulu—where every dish has a story, and every guest becomes part of ours.PAI is our chef-owned restaurant, born from Kevin’s love for cooking and our dream of sharing this passion with others. Since 2017, PAI has been more than a restaurant to us—it’s an experience we’re grateful to share with each guest. Kevin crafts each dish with locally inspired flavors, blending artistry and warmth into every plate. By sourcing local ingredients and preparing each element in-house, he creates dishes that are as genuine as it is beautiful.PAI offers a refined yet relaxed atmosphere where we hope you’ll enjoy the moment, connect with loved ones over good food, and feel welcomed as part of our ‘ohana.Pescatarian, Vegetarian, and GF options available. We are happy to accommodate dietary preferences with 48 hours’ notice.
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3. Podmore
4.6
Exceptional(362)
$$$$
• Comfort Food • Downtown / Chinatown
Booked 13 times today
Podmore is a neighborhood restaurant and cocktail lounge in vibrant, urban Downtown Honolulu. We extend a warm welcome to join us in our cozy dining room or at our beautiful bar to savor exquisite gastropub cuisine and world-class cocktails. With our award-winning interiors in an historic building, Podmore is the perfect destination for lunch, happy hour, dinner, cocktails and weekend brunch.Created by the husband-and-wife team behind Senia, Chef Anthony Rush and Katherine Nomura, Podmore is the spot on Oahu for expertly executed comfort food and innovative cocktails, complimented by good old-fashioned hospitality.From our bacon to our pasta to our ice cream, we make things in-house, from scratch, locally-sourced whenever possible. The craft behind what we do has made Podmore one of Honolulu's best restaurants.Please note that in the evening, our kitchen closes at 10pm. Reservations from 10pm and later are for drinks only.
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4. Senia
4.8
Exceptional(470)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Chinatown
Booked 33 times today
Senia is one of Honolulu’s favorite restaurants for simply good food. We offer an à la carte menu with delicious, casual food made with exceptional craft. Chef Anthony Rush trained in multiple three Michelin-starred restaurants and creates beautiful dishes with passion and skill, but he believes everyday food should be delicious and well-crafted, too, so Senia was created to be a casual, affordable, neighborhood restaurant. We celebrate quality ingredients, creativity, classic techniques, and thoughtful hospitality. We welcome you in for dinner to share a meal with friends and loved ones in a comfortable, beautiful space. If you are looking for a fine dining experience, we invite you to join us at our Chefs’ Counter for our award-winning Tasting Menu. With eight seats and one seating on Friday and Saturday nights, our Tasting Menu is exclusive and luxurious. It’s not all fancy on the weekends, though. We always offer casual dining and our à la carte menu in our main dining room.
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5. The Old Spaghetti Factory - Honolulu
4.5
Awesome(229)
$$$$
• Italian • Downtown / Chinatown
Booked 43 times today
Dining at The Old Spaghetti Factory is an experience. For decades, they have invested meticulous attention to their unique designs and authentic vintage décor. Every location is adorned with antique lighting, intricate stained glass displays, large colorful booths, and an old-fashioned trolley car for guests to dine in. It’s the perfect atmosphere for a family celebration, a large group event, or a special dinner date.A family business since 1969, their founding philosophy — “a memorable dining experience doesn’t have to cost a lot of money” — is perhaps more relevant now than ever. Every entree is a "complete meal," served with hot freshly-baked sourdough bread, soup or salad, and ice cream for dessert at no extra charge.
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6. Giovedi
4.7
Exceptional(321)
$$$$
• Italian • Downtown / Chinatown
Booked 13 times today
Bon Appétit Best New Restaurants for 2025Hale ‘Aina Awards: Best O'ahu Restaurant 2026Hale ‘Aina Awards: Best New Restaurant 2025Giovedi, helmed by Chef Bao Tran, offers a seamless fusion of Italian culinary technique and pan-Asian flavors. The lively atmosphere of our dining room inside infuses energy into every meal, while the charming patio offers a tranquil escape in the heart of Chinatown, Honolulu. Indulge in our Prosciutto San Daniele, featuring sliced prosciutto paired with a sesame donut—a playful nod to both gnocco fritto and bánh tiêu—served with giardiniera pickles. This creative fusion showcases how our cuisine harmoniously combines familiar flavors, blending tradition with originality. At Giovedi, we provide more than just a meal—it’s an experience. With a welcoming ambiance, thoughtful service, and creative cocktails, we ensure every guest feels like part of our Thursday night dinners in our home that inspired it all.
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7. Bar Leather Apron
5.0
Exceptional(48)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown / Chinatown
Booked 1 time today
The 2023 winner of the James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar, Bar Leather Apron was founded in 2015 by the duo of Justin and Tom Park. Inspired by cocktail bars in Japan, B.L.A. is an intimate cocktail bar tucked away on a mezzanine in the lobby of an office building in Downtown Honolulu. Make no mistake, although minutes from Waikiki, you will not find artificially flavored Mai Tais at this Hawai'i bar... Head Bartender and Co-Owner Justin Park's menu features his 2015 World's Best Mai Tai (which is kiawe wood smoked in a hand carved tiki box), signature Old Fashioned variations, and a healthy menu of whisky highballs, each with a different delicate flavor profile. Hawai'i's largest whisky collection (without a doubt) can also be found here.*Please also visit our sister-restaurant near by in Kaka'ako, Māze.
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8. Rangoon Burmese Kitchen
4.5
Awesome(129)
$$$$
• Burmese • Kalihi-Palama
Booked 18 times today
Cozy, colorful eatery with a bar dishing up Burmese specialties, including vegetarian options.
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9. O'Kims
4.8
Exceptional(279)
$$$$
• Korean • Downtown / Chinatown
Booked 15 times today
O'Kims, selected as Yelp "#58 of Top 100 US Restaurants 2024," is a casual restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating. Known for its delicious, fresh, and expertly prepared food, with a unique Korean-Fusion/farm-to-table variety of dishes, drinks, desserts, and appetizers at affordable prices.
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10. Hiro No Uchi
5.0
Exceptional(34)
$$$$
• Sushi • Downtown / Chinatown
Booked 1 time today
Hiro No Uchi is an intimate omakase sushi experience tucked away in Honolulu’s Chinatown, known for its speakeasy-style atmosphere and beautifully crafted sushi by Chef Atsuhiro Kajita. Drawing on experience from renowned kitchens including Nobu and Ginza sushi bars in Tokyo, Chef Hiro creates a seasonal tasting experience that blends traditional Japanese techniques with creative modern touches and unique flavors.

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  • Dana
    Hawaii •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    My wife and I had the Chef’s Tasting Menu. Every dish was excellent. It’s definitely pricey and at least for us, something for a very special occasion. We had the opportunity to eat at a 2 and 3 star Michelin restaurant in New York. This was by far the closest we’ve come to experiencing that level of food at home. Truly a great meal.
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    Pai Honolulu$$$$• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Downtown / Chinatown
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    4.6
  • Jennifer
    3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    SO GOOD!! The food was outstanding, but the carbonara was hands down my favorite. From the very first bite, the flavor was incredible, one of those dishes that immediately makes you stop and appreciate just how good it is. We also had the off-menu lasagna, which was fantastic in a completely different way. Unlike the carbonara's instant wow factor, the lasagna's flavors seemed to unfold after a few chews, delivering this incredible burst of richness and flavor. Both were memorable for entirely different reasons. The off-menu appetizer was equally exceptional, and the olive oil dessert was a wonderful surprise. I'm typically someone who only takes a bite or two of dessert, but this one was impressive enough to keep me coming back for more! The bartender was exceptional as well, adding to an already wonderful experience. It's rare to have so many dishes leave such a lasting impression in one evening. Fête absolutely delivered!
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    Fête$$$$• Contemporary American• Downtown / Chinatown
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    4.8
  • Alexander
    2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Scallops were the best tasting I have ever had anywhere in the world. Service was outstanding!
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    Senia$$$$• Contemporary American• Downtown / Chinatown
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    4.8
  • MarkGold
    Hawaii •45 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Incredible and creative cocktails. Excellent service and beautiful atmosphere
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    Podmore$$$$• Comfort Food• Downtown / Chinatown
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    4.6
  • Christy
    Hawaii •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 30, 2026
    Excellent service and communication. Hostess, Wait help and busser were friendly, personable and looked as though they genuinely enjoyed their job. Sadly, this is rare in today’s society.
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    The Old Spaghetti Factory - Honolulu$$$$• Italian• Downtown / Chinatown
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    4.5

Discover best restaurants near Kumu Kahua Theatre

Kumu Kahua Theatre is a vibrant hub for the performing arts in Honolulu, showcasing local talent and innovative productions. Where to Eat Near Kumu Kahua Theatre? The dining scene close to the theatre offers an array of delightful options to satisfy any palate. Whether you're in the mood for rustic American comfort food at a casual bistro, traditional Japanese Yakitori grilled to perfection with fresh ingredients, or contemporary American dishes celebrating seasonal flavors, you'll find it all just steps away. The atmosphere ranges from lively taverns with a spirited vibe to cozy spots perfect for a laid-back meal. Enjoy a memorable dining experience before or after your show, with choices that are sure to impress.

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