🍽️Restaurants·Kapahulu

Best Restaurants in Kapahulu

Kapahulu punches well above its weight for a neighborhood this compact. From the legendary oxtail soup at Asahi Grill Kaimuki to the no-frills Hawaiian comfort food at Da Ono Hawaiian Food, this stretch of Oahu delivers some of the island's most satisfying eating — and I pulled together the 57 qualifying spots worth knowing so you don't have to guess.

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Updated September 2026

1ADEZ Steakhouse & Lounge

2ASAHI GRILL KAIMUKI(アサヒグリル)

3Da Ono Hawaiian Food

4DECK. at Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel

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30 restaurants in Kapahulu

Top pick1$$$$

ADEZ Steakhouse & Lounge

Kapahulu·Restaurant

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ASAHI GRILL KAIMUKI(アサヒグリル)

Kapahulu·Restaurant

Simple, strip-mall Japanese restaurant & bar that's known for its oxtail soup.

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Da Ono Hawaiian Food

Kapahulu·American Restaurant

No-frills, family-owned eatery draws locals with a menu of traditional Hawaiian plates.

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4$$

DECK. at Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel

Restaurant

Upscale New American fare & craft cocktails served in a stylish, open-air space with a deck & views.

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Denny's Restaurant

Restaurant

Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.

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6$$

Fairwood Drive Inn & Pho 27

Kapahulu·Chinese Restaurant

Ultra-modern space featuring both self-serve Chinese food & a sit-down Vietnamese restaurant.

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7$$

Fresh Catch Kapahulu

Kapahulu·Seafood Restaurant

Informal, deli-style restaurant serving local-style poke, seafood, plate lunches, stews & soups.

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8$$

FUN STATION

Kapahulu·Restaurant

FUN STATION is a casual stop in Moiliili at a mid-range price point. Family-friendly casual dining.

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9$$

Genki Sushi

Kapahulu·Sushi Restaurant

Diners pluck sushi & maki rolls from a moving conveyor belt at this Japan-based chain outpost.

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10$

Gina's Korean Barbeque

Kapahulu·Korean Restaurant

Snug, family-owned restaurant serving traditional & Hawaiian-style Korean meats, soups & noodles.

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11$$

Second-story bar & lounge inside the Waikiki Grand Hotel features drag shows, male dancers & drinks.

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16$$$

Izakaya Nonbei

Kapahulu·Japanese Restaurant

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17$$

Kaimana Farm Cafe

Kapahulu·Breakfast Restaurant

Comfy eatery serving locally grown food for breakfast & lunch with many vegan & gluten-free options.

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18$

Kamitoku Japanese Hotpot

Kapahulu·Japanese Restaurant

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19$

Kings Pizza Cafe

Kapahulu·Pizza Restaurant

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20$$

Knots Coffee Roasters. at Queen Kapiolani Hotel

Brunch Restaurant

Stylish hangout in the Queen Kapiolani Hotel with unique coffee drinks, light fare & cocktails.

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21$

Kozo Sushi Kapahulu

Kapahulu·Sushi Restaurant

Outpost of an Osaka-based chain serving sushi & other basic Japanese eats in a no-frills setting.

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22$

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

Hawaiian Restaurant

Island-themed fast-food chain whose menu features traditional Hawaiian plate lunches.

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23$$

Loco Moco Drive Inn

Kapahulu·Restaurant

Loco Moco Drive Inn is a spot in Kapahulu.

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24$$

Mezzo Bistro & Bar

Kapahulu·Italian Restaurant

Mezzo Bistro & Bar is a mid-range italian spot in Moiliili. Locals consider it a solid pick with full bar.

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25$$

New Kamana Kitchen

Kapahulu·Indian Restaurant

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26$

Oahu Mexican Grill (OMG) - Kaimuki

Kapahulu·Mexican Restaurant

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27$$$

Ochos 888 Honolulu

Kapahulu·Restaurant

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28$$$$

Omakase By Aung

Kapahulu·Sushi Restaurant

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29$

Ono Seafood

Kapahulu·Seafood Restaurant

Locals flock to this no-frills eatery for the variety of ahi poke & a chill, laid-back atmosphere.

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30$$

Onoya Ramen

Kapahulu·Ramen Restaurant

Laid-back noodle joint offering traditional Japanese noodle soups, plus vegan options.

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This is a curated guide, which means it leads with spots carrying the NateEatsHawaii badge — our editors' hand-picked, personally verified recommendations — followed by the area's highest-rated restaurants based on real visitor feedback on the site. Whether you're after a conveyor-belt sushi run at Genki Sushi, craft cocktails and New American fare at DECK. at Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel, or a quick plate lunch from Fresh Catch Kapahulu, there's something here for every mood and budget.

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What are the best restaurants in Kapahulu?

Kapahulu is home to a diverse mix of standout eateries, including Asahi Grill Kaimuki, known for its beloved oxtail soup, Da Ono Hawaiian Food for traditional Hawaiian plates, and DECK. at Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel for upscale open-air dining. Browse the full ranked list above for all 57 qualifying spots.

Where can I find affordable, local-style food in Kapahulu?

Kapahulu has plenty of budget-friendly, local-style options — Da Ono Hawaiian Food is well-regarded for hearty traditional Hawaiian plates, and Fresh Catch Kapahulu is popular for deli-style poke, plate lunches, and soups at casual prices.

How is this Kapahulu restaurant list put together, and is it kept up to date?

This is a curated guide combining our editors' personally verified picks (marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge) with the best-rated restaurants in Kapahulu based on real visitor ratings collected on NateEatsHawaii.com. The list is reviewed regularly to reflect new openings and updated ratings across the site's catalog of roughly 1,900 Oahu restaurants.

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Best Restaurants in Kapahulu

30 restaurants in Kapahulu

ADEZ Steakhouse & Lounge

ASAHI GRILL KAIMUKI(アサヒグリル)

Da Ono Hawaiian Food

DECK. at Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel

Denny's Restaurant

Fairwood Drive Inn & Pho 27

Fresh Catch Kapahulu

FUN STATION

Genki Sushi

Gina's Korean Barbeque

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Higoto Japanese Eatery

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Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand

Izakaya Nonbei

Kaimana Farm Cafe

Kamitoku Japanese Hotpot

Kings Pizza Cafe

Knots Coffee Roasters. at Queen Kapiolani Hotel

Kozo Sushi Kapahulu

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

Loco Moco Drive Inn

Mezzo Bistro & Bar

New Kamana Kitchen

Oahu Mexican Grill (OMG) - Kaimuki

Ochos 888 Honolulu

Omakase By Aung

Ono Seafood

Onoya Ramen

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