One of the most commonly asked questions to Hawaii locals is “What restaurant do you recommend with an ocean view?” After all, if visiting the islands, having at least one meal with an ocean view, preferably at sunset, seems to be a must-try experience to really capture the island vibe. We’ve rounded up 19 restaurants in Honolulu—mainly in Waikīkī—where you can dine with a magnificent backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.
A second-floor, open-air casual restaurant overlooking Waikīkī Beach combines beach views, island breeze, and fresh vibes.
The menu includes popular local flavors such as loco moco, garlic shrimp, ahi poke, burgers, and pasta. Brunch, served 8 am–4 pm, features egg dishes, pancakes, French toast, plus fish & chips and tacos. Our recommendation is to try the Stuffed Toast (~US $20) as you get an eyeful of the cerulean sea aesthetics.
STORE INFO
Address: 2586 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Mon 7 am–2 am; Tue–Sun 7 am–12 am
Phone: (808) 926‑5222
A celebrated French restaurant on the eastern tip of Waikīkī, Michel’s at the Colony Surf is still considered among “the world’s most romantic” venues, offering stunning sunset views.
Among the many local favorites, some featured dishes to try include the Harvest of the Sea platter (tuna, octopus, oysters, shrimp), lobster bisque, and tableside Caesar salad. The post-8 pm Moonlight Flavor course is a special treat for those who dine late.
STORE INFO
Address: 2895 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Dinner 5 pm–9 pm daily, Sunday brunch 10 am–1 pm
Phone: (808) 923‑6552
On the 30th floor of the Ilikai Hotel, this NYC‑style steakhouse offers panoramic views of Waikīkī, Diamond Head, and Hilton Hawaiian Village’s lagoon.
If you plan it right, you can enjoy front row seats to Hilton’s magnificent firework display every Friday night.
A must-try dish is the Emperor Steak, a luxurious T‑bone with a lovely cut of Châteaubriand.
STORE INFO
Address: 1777 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Mon–Thu 3 pm–10 pm; Fri 3 pm–10:30 pm; Sat 11 am–10:30 pm; Sun 11 am–10 pm
Phone: (808) 777‑3100
Arancino di Mare
Located on the Waikīkī Beach Marriott’s ground floor, this oceanfront Italian restaurant serves pastas and wood-fired pizzas with thin, chewy crust.
For an unforgettable Italian meal by the sea, have the uni pasta, a delightfully creamy and decadent interpretation of urchin.
STORE INFO
Address: 2552 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Daily 5 pm–9:30 pm
Phone: (808) 931‑6273
Sky Waikīkī Rooftop + Bar
Perched on the 19th floor of the Waikīkī Business Plaza, this rooftop lounge offers sweeping views of the Pink Palace, Waikīkī Beach, and Diamond Head.
The sunset and nightlife hotspot that was renovated in 2020 features a seafood and Champagne bar with a daily happy hour from 4–5 pm, including oysters for just $3. Savor casual bites such as poke, dip, and nachos, or go for a more luxe experience with grilled meats and steaks while being elevated above most of the surrounding area.
STORE INFO
Address: 2270 Kalākaua Ave, 19th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Daily 4 pm–10 pm
Phone: (808) 979‑7590
House Without a Key
Open for breakfast, lunch, sunset cocktails, and Hawaiian entertainment daily, House Without a Key is located at the Halekulani.
With unobstructed ocean views and live hula & music performances starting at 5 pm, this iconic experience gives you a reason to enjoy their signature Mai Tais, paired with casual bites including wood-fired pizzas.
STORE INFO
Address: 2199 Kalia Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Breakfast 7–10:30 am; Lunch 11:30 am–4 pm; Dinner & cocktails 5–9 pm
Phone: (808) 923‑2311
Orchids
Another outlet at Halekulani, Orchids is a Mediterranean-style restaurant that offers oceanfront dining graced with fresh seafood and local produce.
Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day but definitely consider experiencing the Sunday sparkling brunch.
STORE INFO
Address: 2199 Kalia Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Mon–Sat Breakfast 7–10:30 am; Lunch 11:30 am–1:30 pm; Dinner 5:30–9 pm. Sunday Brunch 9 am–2:30 pm
Phone: (808) 923‑2311
Monkeypod Kitchen
Located on the first floor of the Outrigger Reef Hotel, this casual restaurant features huge windows that open up to the vast ocean outside.
Throw in some house‑made pizzas baked with imported Italian flour, and a few cold beers and you found yourself a perfect spot to relax and enjoy paradise.
STORE INFO
Address: 2169 Kalia Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: 7 am–11 pm; Happy Hour 3:30–5 pm
Phone: (808) 900‑4226
Duke’s Waikīkī
A casual beachside restaurant at the Outrigger Waikīkī Beach Resort, Duke’s Waikīkī is yet another venue boasting an oceanfront seating.
The menu is comprised of dishes such as burgers, fish & chips, poke tacos, coconut shrimp, mac‑nut hummus, but save room for dessert, as you won’t want to forego the signature Hula Pie. There is also live music from 4–6 pm and a happy hour from 3–6 with late night specials from 9–11 pm.
STORE INFO
Address: 2335 Kalākaua Ave #116, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Daily 7 am–midnight
Phone: (808) 922‑2268
The Veranda / Beachhouse at the Moana
Located in the historic Moana Surfrider, this elegant ocean-view dining room offers breakfast and weekend afternoon tea with a different view of Waikīkī Beach.
The afternoon tea is available on Sat and Sun from 11:30 am–2:30 pm.
STORE INFO
Address: 2365 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 marriott.com+6hawaiifoody.com+6OpenTable+6
Hours: Breakfast daily 6–10:30 am; Afternoon Tea Sat–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm
Phone: (808) 921‑4600
RumFire Waikīkī
An open‑air lounge and restaurant adjacent to the lobby of the Sheraton Waikīkī, RumFrie offers panoramic ocean and Diamond Head views.
Here, Pacific Rim cuisine is offered with tropical cocktails and nightly live music. The restaurant is open daily from 4:15–11 pm with Happy Hour from 4:30–5:30 & 8:30–9:30.
STORE INFO
Address: 2255 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 rumfirewaikiki.com
Hours: Daily 4:15–11 pm; Lunch 11:30 am–5 pm
Phone: (808) 931‑8638
Hau Tree
Kaimana Beach Hotel’s ocean-view restaurant is just steps from the water.
The open air eatery nestled under the shade of a hibiscus tree serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and service with pau hana bites.
STORE INFO
Address: 2863 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Brunch 8:00 am–1:30 pm (weekends 7:30 am–1:30 pm); Bar until 10 pm; Pau Hana 2–5 pm; Dinner to 9 pm
Phone: (808) 921‑7066
ShoreFyre (International Market Place)
On the third floor of the International Marketplace, this open-air local grill offers ocean views from its lanai, along with a casual menu of popular local bites including acai bowls, garlic shrimp, loco moco, and more.
STORE INFO
Address: 2330 Kalākaua Ave #396, Honolulu, HI 96815 Facebook+6shopinternationalmarketplace.com+6yelp.com+6
Hours: Mon–Fri 8 am–12 am; Sat–Sun 10 am–9 pm; Live music nightly
Phone: (808) 672‑2097
Skybox Tap House
A sports-bar/lounge also located on the 3rd floor of the International Marketplace, Skybox Tap House offers ocean views but sports lovers may be easily distracted by the multiple screens displaying a variety of sports.
No matter what you choose to watch, the menu features wood-fired pizza, smash burgers, and tropical cocktails. There is even karaoke from 9 pm nightly for those who want to show off their wonderful singing voices.
STORE INFO
Address: 2330 Kalākaua Ave #302, Honolulu, HI 96815 ʻAlohilani+15shopinternationalmarketplace.com+15Waikiki Business Improvement District+15
Hours: Daily 11 am–2 am; Happy Hour 4–6 pm
Phone: (808) 378‑8542
Morimoto Asia Waikīkī
Located on the 2nd floor of the Alohilani Resort, this upscale Pan-Asian restaurant by Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto offers pristine ocean views.
The dinner menu is an eclectic mix of Japanese, Chinese, and Thai fusion dishes. Think along the lines of tuna pizza with anchovy aioli and jalapeño. Dinner is served daily.
STORE INFO
Address: 2490 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Dinner Daily 5 pm–9 pm
Phone: (808) 922‑0022
Momosan Ramen Waikīkī
Iron Chef Morimoto’s ground floor eatery at the Alohilani Resort is a ramen izakaya that features an outdoor-style beer-garden just steps away from Waikīkī Beach.
The signature spicy tonkotsu ramen, Tokyo chicken ramen, tsukemen (dip noodle), gyoza dumplings, and sake selection make this a hit among visitors.
STORE INFO
Address: 2490 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Daily 11 am–9 pm
Phone: (808) 922‑0011
Tiki’s Grill & Bar
Located at the Twin Fin Hotel (formerly the Aston Waikīkī Beach Hotel), this lively tiki-themed spot offers sweeping views of the ocean and Diamond Head.
The menu exemplified Pacific Rim cuisine with local seafood, paired with tropical cocktails. And don’t forget the nightly live music that starts at sunset.
STORE INFO
Address: 2570 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Daily 11 am–12 am
Phone: (808) 923‑8454
Chart House Waikīkī
Overlooking Ala Wai Yacht Harbor, this long-standing steak & seafood fine dining restaurant offers signature dishes such as garlic steak, filet mignon, ahi, and lobster.
Live Hawaiian music nightly makes this a perfect after work spot for locals. Sunday brunch (from 10 am–2 pm) is another draw, especially for the mochi-ube waffles.
STORE INFO
Address: 1765 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hours: Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:30 pm; Fri–Sat 4:30 pm–10 pm; Happy Hour 3:30–6 pm; Sun Brunch 10 am–2 pm
Phone: (808) 941‑6669
53 By The Sea
A stylish restaurant in Kakaʻako, 53 by the Sea also serves as a wedding reception venue.
The structure is beautifully built, offering floor-to-ceiling views of Diamond Head and Kama’āina Bay with an elegant interior that exudes luxury. Here, patrons may enjoy New American fare incorporating local seafood and steaks. The restaurant is open for dinner Wed–Sun from 5 pm, with a Sunday brunch from 10 am–1 pm.
STORE INFO
Address: 53 Ahui St, Honolulu, HI 96813
Hours: Dinner Wed–Sun 5 pm–closing; Brunch Sun 10 am–1 pm
Phone: (808) 536‑5353
It seems to be wasteful to visit Hawaii and not enjoy a meal with an ocean views, as they certainly go hand in hand. We hope our list gives you some incentive to be able to take in breathtaking views without the risk of sea sickness.
