50 Best Seafood Restaurants in Honolulu

“Kimchi fry rice is amazing and the poke is fire, definitely on my list of top grinds.“

“Icon scene on Waikiki Beach! Top notch service. 🌺“

“We loved both the food and the wine and the service. The place is gorgeous too. We had a wonderful time.“

“ハワイで一番のオリジナルが素晴らしいお寿司屋さんです🍣“

“Great appetizers and drinks!“

“My husband was in search of some good fish in Waikiki. We stumbled upon this place and decided to give it a try. I’m not a seafood person so I got the chicken pasta and he tried snapper for the first time. Both of us were blown away by how tasty everything was. The portions were huge too! Out of all the places we had been to during our trip, this place is at the top. Even as a non fish eater, I loved it! There can be a wait, but it is well worth it. Try it, you’ll love it.“

“The best High Tea we've had, including The Fairmont in a few key cities. Excellent!!“

“If in doubt on which poke place to try, visit this place first. The poke is made fresh, which is a different approach to the otherwise premade ones elsewhere. There are many options and combinations for ingredients, toppings and condiments. Personally, the store recommended ones are the best way to start as their flavour profiles and textures felt the most balanced compared to my own creations.

There are long queues at different times of the day, but we managed to order just before the crowds started. Seating is available next to the store.“

“Incredible flavor & huge portions! I had the Garlic Parmesan Crusted Ahi over brown rice. I’ll absolutely be back!“

“I love this spot! Live music daily. Great service, especially the bartenders! Everyone was happy and seemed like they loved working there. I went there almost daily due to how friendly the bartenders were! Highly recommended! Great food and drinks as well!“

“The staff are very friendly. Our waitress Dede was excellent. The sunset view is breathtaking. If you are in Waikiki stop by this bar and grill you will not be disappointed.“

“Best garlic shrimp I’ve ever had! I’ve been to 15+ eateries ordering the same dish on the mainland and the Hawaiian islands. The guava fried chicken and Lilikoi Pie were epic too! �“

“so good!!!!! best lobster roll strongly recommended first time trying and i really like it“

“The wait was long and more crowded than I would like but it was worth it.“

“Had a great evening out at Eating House 1849. Food was delicious and restaurant servers were very accommodating in helping to add another seat & place a last minute order when our daughter's flight landed in Honolulu 32mins early, allowing her to join us midway through our dinner. A nice location with a lovely atmosphere. Would definitely return next time we're in Honolulu!“

“Fresh Catch is a fantastic spot for fresh fish & poke dishes. A deli style counter inside with simple menu items & pictures makes even a first time customer feel comfortable. The waiting area is just that, a place to sit and wait, though the service is fast and friendly. By the time you casually look at the all pictures, you’re order will be coming along & be careful of the heat on the bottom of to-go trays, I almost burnt myself, but that’s okay because it’s fresh! Good portion & priced accordingly…recommend 🤙🏼🎣“

“The freshest Poke on the Eastside, hands down! Mahalo“

“We were a little disappointed in two things this visit. Our table for two was in a booth with very little room (sitting too close to the table with no room to move back) and the other thing is that the butterfish (altho it was good), I missed the miso glaze butterfish. The fish itself was perfect...just the seasoning was different and not as relishes as the previous long time seasoning.“

“This one’s for my people — this place got it on lockdown. The fish is always fresh and served perfectly, every single time. Honestly, the only thing I wish for is a bigger poke bowl option — not gonna lie, I’m on the bigger side (Polynesian, you know what I’m sayin’ 😅). But the food? 10/10. Best there is, no doubt. The musubi options are endless, and everything about this place is just straight fire. Much love to the crew running it — y’all doing it right“

“Hawaiian seafood restaurant“

“The freshest Poke on the Eastside, hands down! Mahalo“

“Everything was great from entering the restaurant till we left stuffed. Ventilation is great knowing how the cooking is table side. Though as entertaining as it was throughout dinner, set up leaves little opportunities for conversations cross table, but that's not why you go there for. Larger parties should definitely consider the private dining area available. Overall very nice dining experience.“

“Love this place! It’s always a must when I’m in Waikiki. They have something for everyone, from their delicious, juicy burgers to their perfectly seasoned, scrumptious garlic shrimp. The service is warm and friendly, the food quality is consistently excellent, and their portions are generous. Can’t wait to come back!“

“Excellent food, had the brie appetizer and catch of the day, blackened monchong. Staff recommend wine to pair with dinner and Taylor-tini were perfect. Chef Nathaniel clearly enjoys creating his dishes which are extremely delicious. Highly recommend!“

“Ordered uber eats
I was happily surprised, the fish was GREAT!!! ordered poke bowl 2 choice (salmon+spicy ahi).

Will definitely be ordering here again, and excited to try other dishes! Also shoutout to being open until 8pm! I didn’t feel like cooking dinner and wanted something healthy yet filling. Glad I took a chance on this place, definitely recommend!

It’s also comforting knowing you’re supporting a business that supports compostable packaging!!❤️“

“The staff is super nice and their prices are much better than I had expected, especially in these times. As a note, they will put whatever critters you are getting into boxes so you can keep them refrigerated until your ready to grill, boil and enjoy the freshest seafood possible. Will be back“

“Hidden gem, I love the sweet potato with the spicy ahi here. I’m from Oahu and haven’t had a favorite poke spot besides places I’ve been on Big Island or Foodland, but this place is an easy favorite. The guys who work here know their stuff haha, you get so much food too and the cost is worth it for the quality.“

“My significant other and I live in Las Vegas so we have ample options for fine dining! BUT apparently we’ve been missing out! By far the best meal both of us had ever had!!! I strongly recommend dining here! You’ll be sooo glad you did!“

“Stumbled upon this place when I was looking for poke nearby. Went to Foodland market like lots of people suggest but that one was not it! The man working at paradise poke was so nice, I got the Hawaiian bowl with had kalua pork 1 choice of poke and lomi salmon (which he advised me was just a tomato onion mix with little pieces of cooked salmon NOT a salmon poke) also we tried the shoyu ahi bowl and the ginger scallion ahi bowl. All the bowls were so good and fresh tasting we had poke here about 2 more times on our trip! I my husband and 2 kids loved this poke place! It's a decent amount of food for $15. The next times I got the bigger $18 bowl that you can choose two poke or just double up on one. Also got some cookies here The Cookie Lady Hawaii cornflake cookies! They're so crispy and delicious! I recommend coming here and if the small tables just outside the door are not sufficient there's an area just around the other side of the building where you can sit and eat! Must try!!!!“

“Seafood connection has gourmet and speciality seafood items. I have purchased their King crab legs, smoked salmon and oyster. They are high quality and sold to many of our best in Hawai’i. So grateful that they sell to public. Highly recommend.“

“exceptional food, setting & service. beautiful experience“

“Great food, friendly service, great beach views, great music, comfy casual. Makes for a nice relaxing experience.“

“It’s all about the flavor 😋😋😋🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🎯💯‼️“

“Oyster Hale is easily my favorite Japanese restaurant in Waikīkī. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and every dish feels carefully crafted with both flavor and presentation in mind. The oyster shooters are an absolute standout—fresh, briny, and packed with flavor, they perfectly capture what makes this place so special.

What really impressed me, though, was the way they balance flavors in their soups. The saltiness of the broth is beautifully offset by the natural sweetness of strawberries and grapes, creating a harmony that’s both surprising and unforgettable. It’s the kind of detail that shows how much thought goes into every dish here.

If you’re looking for an unforgettable dining experience in Waikīkī, Oyster Hale is a must. I’ve eaten here at least 8 times on a two week trip. I’ll be coming back again and again.“

“Wing Sing Seafood is a family-run business known for its excellent customer service, fresh seafood, and fair pricing. I’ve had some of the best sashimi of my life here (fresh and truly melt-in-your-mouth ono!) One time, I needed a last-minute order for a New Year’s party, and they came through and saved the day. Highly recommend for both quality and reliability.“

“My favorite is the DaBeef & Guava Pork Belly! Pure Deliciousness!“

“Fresh tuna and salmon! It was super fresh and delicious! I enjoyed their sushi and it was so so affordable! It was such a great meal :) I would love to go back again next time when I visit Hawaii. I highly recommend this place if you love sushi. It was great and they have plenty of seats and it was a clean and nice food hall. ❤️“

“Hubby saw this eatery on a local show so while in Fort Street Mall, we popped in. Loved our poke bowls, will definitely go again!“

“Seriously best garlic shrimp we have had on our trip! Just sad we found it on our last night here. We ordered 6 plates and our groups was fighting over the last bits of sauce soaked rice! Steak was cooked perfectly. Salad was great selection of crisp fresh greens with the right amount of dressing. Mac salad was plain-the way it should be! Why ruin a good thing and add tons of stuff! And the shrimp! Onolicious is the only word I can use. It was garlicky without being overwhelmingly garlic. Mahalo! Hope we get back soon.“

“Food was extremely delicious 😋“

“You can choose your own ingredients from several options. Depending on the price, you can choose from 1 to 3 main dishes (tuna, salmon, octopus, etc.), but keep in mind that the amount of rice will increase accordingly. Choose the sauce to go with the main dish (soy sauce or spicy), side (avocado, kimchi, etc.), and furikake (seaweed, flying fish, etc.).“

“The dim sum was delicious and enjoyable. We ordered the hagow, shiu mai, spare ribs, and other familiar favorites. Everything was tasty and reasonably priced. The stuffed bean curd was the standout while the baked manapua was flavorful although I was not a fan of the sugar coated topping. Personally, I prefer having the cart service with steaming baskets rolling by so I can pick what looks good but that is just personal preference. The staff did a great job being attentive and bringing the bamboo steamers straight to the table and everything arrived hot and fresh from the kitchen.“

“a must visit in Oahu...Sammy has the Best Grinds/ and Now has the Best Cocktails Poolside @ the Bamboo Hotel on Kuhio .Donnie Roxx serves up your Fave Drinks..great Tiki bar experience!“

“This place is solid, but we had a group of 4 adults and 3 youths and it must have thrown them off a bit. We chose the AYCE option and we were served double of some of the items we ordered. I personally judge Sushi Restaurants by the quality of their unagi. This place has good unagi. The clientele is all locals and we love finding places like that when we travel. This is a good option.“

“My Mom is from Hong Kong and speaks both Mandarin & Cantonese and knows her food. We grew up in HNL and it’s been hard to find good Chinese. King’s kills it! Very authentic menu, vegetables that are cooked perfectly al dente and fresh and their roast duck as good as it gets. Best Chinese food in HNL!!!“

“Highly recommended. We had a great experience at Bali. Food, service and atmosphere were great. We had Ginger as our server and she made the experience even better.“

“The best Chinese Lobster seafood restaurant in Honolulu. The price is very reasonable compare to other areas closer to Waikīkī. Servers and bathroom were great, clean and very superior guest services. We came back to eat the 2nd time before heading to the airport. I heard servers spoke Korean not Chinese but great food and services overall. Highly recommend!!!“

“best Mexican food on island, friendly service, HUGE portions - well worth it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“The food is AMAZING!!! I take all of my family & friends here! I 10/10 recommend eating here if you want some good food! It's not too heavy but it's very filling & VERY good! The waiters are very good about helping you pick things & giving you a history about each item on the menu. If you are visiting you NEED to eat here! I love the edamame“