If you love to enjoy good food while on your Hawaii vacation, you are there for a treat! A Waikiki family vacation is the best way of exploring the many treasures that Waikiki has to offer. Enjoying the streets and the city life, and experiencing the diversity of cuisines in Waikiki is one of the most fun things to do. Hawaii is considered a melting pot and the restaurants in Waikiki reflects just that, you can find almost any type of food you want, all in the heart of the city. From breakfast to late night dinners and 24-hour cafes, from French food to Japanese food, you can find any kind of cuisine you may be craving. This article covers some of the great restaurants located in Waikiki Beach Walk and close by:
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine
Opened in 2007, Taormina Sicilian Cuisine has become known as one of the top Italian fine dining destinations and catering for special occasions. True to his Italian training, Executive Chef Hiroyuki “Hiro” Mimura's authentic Sicilian cuisine often features hand cut pastas, fresh seafood and locally sourced ingredients for a menu that shines with unforgettable dishes that tell a great story. The wine list is as persnickety as it is superb-curated to pair perfectly with Chef Hiro's fare. His signatures, including the uni pasta, Frutti di Mare and Bolognese alla “Siciliana,” have garnered an impressive following both locally and abroad. The restaurant has begun featuring seasonal dishes since this summer. Reserve a table at your convenience Phone:(808) 926-5050 or Fax: (808) 926-3737.
Seaside Grill
With a direct view of the Pacific Ocean, Located at 5000 Kahala Ave, Honolulu HI 96816, Seaside Grill is perfect for lunch after a relaxing morning at the pool, a swim with the Dolphins, beach activities or a shopping excursion to Waikiki. Lunch is served at beachside tables, with views of the ocean and beach activity. Menus include fresh bounty from local waters, sandwiches and salads, hamburgers and delectable desserts, all served with refreshing drinks from the poolside bar. For Reservation call Phone: (808) 739-8888 or Fax: (808) 739-8825 they also have a Toll Free line: (800) 367-2525. You can also visit their websites for additional details.
Hard Rock Cafe – Honolulu
The multi-story Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu is located in the heart of Waikiki! At 280 Beach Walk, Honolulu HI 96815, experience a L.E.E.D (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified restaurant that blends the heritage of Waikiki with the energy and vibe of the Hard Rock brand. Enjoy the renowned 2 story guitar wave and our one-of-a-kind ROCK WALL TM solo, which “deep zooms” into memorabilia while learning about each piece's history. The Hard Rock Cafe includes a priceless memorabilia collection of music legends, such as Elvis, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Jack Johnson, and many more. Drop in or make a reservation at Phone: (808) 955-7383 or Fax: (808) 949-6040 and enjoy the exciting ocean blue colored “wave bar” while dining from our awesome local island menu! House specialties include Hard Rock's famous BBQ ribs, fresh local fish tacos, certified Angus char-broiled Hawaiian burgers, and our awesome thick and frosty shakes. Happy hour offerings are twice a day from 5pm – 7pm & 9pm – close. Live acoustic rock bands perform daily from 5pm – 7pm & Mon. – Sat. 9pm – 11pm.
Martin Wynn
