Top pick1bb.q Chicken Waikiki
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bb.q Chicken Waikiki is a korean spot in Waikiki.
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Waikiki may be famous for its beaches, but its Korean food scene is worth exploring too. I pulled together this guide from the 13 Korean spots worth knowing in the area β blending Nate's verified picks with the highest-rated options our visitors keep coming back to.
From the sizzling table grills at Ginza Won Restaurant, a well-regarded intimate family-run Korean BBQ spot, to the hearty kalbi and bibimbap portions at Me Bar-B-Que, there's a solid range of Korean eats right in the heart of Waikiki. Topped Waikiki 2.0 is also popular for its traditional Korean dishes served in an airy space with a street-facing patio β a great spot to watch the Waikiki world go by.
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Top pick1bb.q Chicken Waikiki is a korean spot in Waikiki.
2$$Korean fare in Waikiki. K Street food is a well-loved spot.
3$Counter-serve joint dishing up large portions of Korean barbecue fare such as kalbi & bibimbap.
4$$Upscale Thai plates & sophisticated cocktails presented in classy surrounds, plus outdoor seating.
5$No-frills, counter-serve seafood joint with an Asian twist offering garlic prawns & teriyaki plates.
6$$Tucked into Waikiki, STIX ASIA serves food court at mid-range prices. Look for full bar β known as a solid pick.
7$$Traditional Korean dishes served in an airy restaurant featuring a street-facing brick patio.
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9Awiwi Korean Grill brings korean to Ala Moana.
10Intimate family-run Korean barbecue restaurant with table grills & sides of kimchi & salads.
11$Honolulu Tacos is a mid-range mexican spot in Waikiki. Locals consider it a solid pick with takeout.
12$$Straightforward destination for traditional Korean soups, noodle dishes, meats & hot pots.
13Korean-Hawaiian fusion food truck serving the signature K-Loco Moco ($15) with bulgogi patty and kimchi gravy, Animal Style Fries ($10), and handmade fried mandoo. Open late until midnight on weekends.
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Based on our curated guide, standout options include Ginza Won Restaurant for intimate Korean BBQ with table grills, Me Bar-B-Que for generous portions of kalbi and bibimbap, and Topped Waikiki 2.0 for traditional Korean dishes in a breezy patio setting. Look for the NateEatsHawaii badge to see Nate's personally verified picks.
Me Bar-B-Que and STIX ASIA are both known for offering Korean fare at more accessible, mid-range price points β solid options if you want a satisfying Korean meal without a big splurge in Waikiki.
This is a curated guide that combines Nate's personally verified picks with the best-rated Korean spots in Waikiki based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii. We review and refresh the list regularly to keep it accurate and useful.
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