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OKOME TENDON & POKE
Kakaʻako·Hawaiian
Located in: SALT At Our KakaAko
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Honolulu is ground zero for poke culture, and with 23 qualifying spots across the city, narrowing the list down takes some real legwork. I pulled together this curated guide combining the area's best-rated poke destinations — from no-frills neighborhood staples to modern build-your-own bowl counters — so you can skip straight to the good stuff.
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A few names rise to the top for good reason. Ono Seafood in Kapahulu has long been a local institution, drawing regulars for its wide variety of ahi poke and famously laid-back vibe. Over in Chinatown, Maguro Brothers Hawaii is known for market-fresh poke bowls served right inside Kekaulike Market — as snug and unpretentious as it gets. And if you're near Ala Moana, Poke & Box offers a modern, mix-and-match counter experience in the Makai food court.
Spots that our editors have personally visited carry the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page — look for it as you browse the full list of 23 Honolulu poke restaurants below.
FAQ
Honolulu has dozens of great poke spots, but places like Ono Seafood in Kapahulu and Maguro Brothers Hawaii in Chinatown consistently earn high praise from locals and visitors alike. Browse the full ranked list above to find the best fit for your neighborhood and style.
Several spots on this list are known for keeping prices reasonable — Paradise Poke Hawaii's Nuuanu location, for example, is noted for serving seafood at budget-friendly prices. Deli-style spots like Fresh Catch Kapahulu also offer solid value with local-style plates.
This is a curated guide drawing on real visitor ratings collected on NateEatsHawaii across 23 qualifying Honolulu restaurants, with our editors' personally verified picks highlighted by the NateEatsHawaii badge. The list is reviewed and refreshed regularly to keep recommendations current.
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The experiences I actually send visitors on.
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Free cancellationOahu luau night
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Editor's Pick Free cancellationWaikiki sunset sail
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Editor's Pick Free cancellationDiamond Head + breakfast
Earn the breakfast plate: hike Diamond Head first, then eat. Shuttle + reservation ticket included, so the morning's sorted before you refuel in Waikiki.
