Guidebook for Honolulu
Food Scene
One of the best Hawaiian food places on the island. The pipikaula short ribs and fried butterfish are a MUST here! Keep in mind this place is cash only and are closed on Saturday—Monday.
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Helena's Hawaiian Food
1240 N School StOne of the best Hawaiian food places on the island. The pipikaula short ribs and fried butterfish are a MUST here! Keep in mind this place is cash only and are closed on Saturday—Monday.
It’s one of the best restaurants in Hawaii. It's pricey, but the food quality is second to none. It's ideal for anniversaries, birthdays, etc.
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Alan Wong's Honolulu
1857 S King StIt’s one of the best restaurants in Hawaii. It's pricey, but the food quality is second to none. It's ideal for anniversaries, birthdays, etc.
The best poke (raw fish) place on the island. I recommend the poke bowl with spicy ahi. It's less than $10 and you get a free drink. How can you go wrong?
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Ono Seafood
747 Kapahulu AveThe best poke (raw fish) place on the island. I recommend the poke bowl with spicy ahi. It's less than $10 and you get a free drink. How can you go wrong?
Leonard's does the best malasada (Portuguese doughnut) on O'ahu. They have different flavors, but the "original" is our absolute favorite.
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Leonard's Bakery
933 Kapahulu AveLeonard's does the best malasada (Portuguese doughnut) on O'ahu. They have different flavors, but the "original" is our absolute favorite.
This popular Japanese udon place, located in crowded Waikiki, make their own noodles - a rarity for ramen restaurants in Hawaii. You know this place is good because Japanese tourists flock to eat here.
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Marukame Udon Waikiki
2310 Kūhiō Ave.This popular Japanese udon place, located in crowded Waikiki, make their own noodles - a rarity for ramen restaurants in Hawaii. You know this place is good because Japanese tourists flock to eat here.
Featured on Anthony Bourdain's "No Reservations," Side Street Inn is famous for their local-style food and large portions. I recommend the garlic chicken, fried pork chops, and kim-chee fried rice.
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Side Street Inn Kapahulu
614 Kapahulu AveFeatured on Anthony Bourdain's "No Reservations," Side Street Inn is famous for their local-style food and large portions. I recommend the garlic chicken, fried pork chops, and kim-chee fried rice.
Another great spot for shave ice. In my opinion, I think this place serves better shave ice than Matsumoto's... and it's in town!
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Waiola Shave Ice
3113 Mokihana StAnother great spot for shave ice. In my opinion, I think this place serves better shave ice than Matsumoto's... and it's in town!
Featured on Anthony Bourdain's "Parts Unknown," this unassuming hole-in-the-wall establishment in Honolulu's industrial area offers some of the best (budget-friendly) local flavors on the island.
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Ethel's Grill
232 Kalihi StFeatured on Anthony Bourdain's "Parts Unknown," this unassuming hole-in-the-wall establishment in Honolulu's industrial area offers some of the best (budget-friendly) local flavors on the island.
The most underrated shave ice place on the island. Shimazu's certainly doesn't skimp on the portions.
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Shimazu Store
330 N School StThe most underrated shave ice place on the island. Shimazu's certainly doesn't skimp on the portions.
Pupukea Grill is a food truck directly across the street from Shark's Cove. If your tired of North Shore's shrimp trucks, and are looking for a healthier dining option, I highly recommend Pupukea Grill.
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Pupukea Grill
59-680 Kamehameha HwyPupukea Grill is a food truck directly across the street from Shark's Cove. If your tired of North Shore's shrimp trucks, and are looking for a healthier dining option, I highly recommend Pupukea Grill.
Drinks & Nightlife
A cool and hip bar located in town. They have unique and delicious drinks. I recommend the smoking gun and the P&J old-fashion.
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Pint and Jigger
410 S King StA cool and hip bar located in town. They have unique and delicious drinks. I recommend the smoking gun and the P&J old-fashion.
Waikiki Brewing Company favorite brewery on Oahu. They have delicious beers on tap (the eepah IPA is my go-to), and a huge bonus is they have free parking!
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Waikiki Brewing Company, Kakaako
831 Queen StWaikiki Brewing Company favorite brewery on Oahu. They have delicious beers on tap (the eepah IPA is my go-to), and a huge bonus is they have free parking!
Parks & Nature
Kind of a touristy hike, but it has great views at the top nonetheless. Please note there is a fee to enter the park.
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Diamond Head State Monument
Kind of a touristy hike, but it has great views at the top nonetheless. Please note there is a fee to enter the park.
The best snorkel spot on the island. Please note: it's closed on Tuesdays.
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Hanauma Bay
7455 Kalanianaʻole HighwayThe best snorkel spot on the island. Please note: it's closed on Tuesdays.
In my opinion, Lanikai is the best beach on the island. The sand is soft, it's good for swimming, and the views are spectacular. Be patient because parking may be difficult.
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Lanikai Beach
In my opinion, Lanikai is the best beach on the island. The sand is soft, it's good for swimming, and the views are spectacular. Be patient because parking may be difficult.
One of the best beaches on Oahu's famous North Shore. In the winter you can go see the giant waves - good for spectating, but not for swimming.
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Waimea Bay Beach
One of the best beaches on Oahu's famous North Shore. In the winter you can go see the giant waves - good for spectating, but not for swimming.
Lulumahu Trail
Lulumahu TrailOne of my favorite short little hikes on the island. This one cannot be missed.
Waianae on Oahu's West side has the best beaches on the island. Makaha Beach Park is one of those beaches.
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Makana Beach
Farrington HwyWaianae on Oahu's West side has the best beaches on the island. Makaha Beach Park is one of those beaches.
Waianae on Oahu's West side has the best beaches on the island. Makua Beach is one of those beaches.
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Makua Beach
Waianae on Oahu's West side has the best beaches on the island. Makua Beach is one of those beaches.
Waianae on Oahu's West side has the best beaches on the island. Keawaula beach is one of those beaches.
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Keawa’ula Beach
Farrington HighwayWaianae on Oahu's West side has the best beaches on the island. Keawaula beach is one of those beaches.
Essentials
Foodland
2939 Harding AveThe nearest grocery store to the property.
Since there are no laundry facilities on the premises, Kapahulu Xpress Laundromat is your best bet if you're looking to do laundry during your stay. They accept credit card and offer free Wi-Fi.
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Kapahulu Xpress Laundromat
611 Kapahulu AveSince there are no laundry facilities on the premises, Kapahulu Xpress Laundromat is your best bet if you're looking to do laundry during your stay. They accept credit card and offer free Wi-Fi.
Costco Wholesale
4589 Kapolei PkwyIf you need to buy things in bulk.
Shopping
Ala Moana Center
1450 Ala Moana BlvdThe largest shopping mall in Hawaii.
The only outlet mall on O'ahu. You get some pretty good deals here.
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Waikele Premium Outlets
94-790 Lumiaina StThe only outlet mall on O'ahu. You get some pretty good deals here.
Entertainment & Activities
Consolidated Theatres Ward with TITAN LUXE
1044 Auahi StThe nearest movie theaters.