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Best Restaurants in Moiliili

Moiliili is one of Honolulu's most underrated dining neighborhoods — a compact, walkable stretch packed with everything from wood-fired pizza to Sichuan noodles, Northern Thai curries, and fresh Hawaiian seafood. I pulled together this guide from 64 qualifying spots to highlight the ones genuinely worth your time.

Updated August 2026

The ranking

30 restaurants in Moiliili

Alii Fish Market
2$$

Alii Fish Market

Moiliili·Hawaiian Restaurant
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Aloha Vietnamese Foods
3$

Aloha Vietnamese Foods

Moiliili·Vietnamese Restaurant
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Carp Dori Yakitori Japanese Restaurant 2F
4$$

Carp Dori Yakitori Japanese Restaurant 2F

Moiliili·Restaurant
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Chiang Mai Thai Cuisine
5$$

Chiang Mai Thai Cuisine

Moiliili·Thai Restaurant

Northern Thai cuisine served in a casual space with a tropical vibe & traditional decor.

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Chong Qing Cuisine
6$

Chong Qing Cuisine

Moiliili·Chinese Restaurant

Easygoing restaurant plating traditional Sichuan dishes, such as dry noodles & twice-cooked pork.

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Cucina Moon
7$$

Cucina Moon

Moiliili·Restaurant

Cucina Moon is a casual stop in McCully at a mid-range price point. Casual and welcoming atmosphere.

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Da Spot
8$

Da Spot

Moiliili·Restaurant

Da Spot is a casual stop in Moiliili at a budget-friendly price point.

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Dagon
9$$

Dagon

Moiliili·Burmese Restaurant

Homey, low-key restaurant offering hearty plates of traditional Burmese, Thai & Chinese dishes.

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Dell's Kitchen and Bakery
10$$

Dell's Kitchen and Bakery

Moiliili·Asian Restaurant

Dell's Kitchen and Bakery is a mid-range asian spot in McCully. Locals consider it a well-loved spot with takeout.

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Fig & Ginger Honolulu
11$$

Fig & Ginger Honolulu

Moiliili·Restaurant
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Fook Yuen Seafood Restaurant
12$$

Fook Yuen Seafood Restaurant

Moiliili·Seafood Restaurant

Bustling, strip-mall restaurant serving a broad menu of Chinese classics plus a daily lunch buffet.

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Fresh Bites Hawaii
13$$

Fresh Bites Hawaii

Moiliili·Restaurant
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FUJIYAMA TEXAS
14$$

FUJIYAMA TEXAS

Moiliili·Japanese Restaurant
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Fukuya
15$$

Fukuya

Moiliili·Japanese Restaurant

Family-owned delicatessen serving local-style Japanese cuisine & offering catering services.

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Golden Eagle Chinese Restaurant
16$$

Golden Eagle Chinese Restaurant

Moiliili·Cantonese Restaurant
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Gyotaku Japanese Restaurant - King Street
17$$

Gyotaku Japanese Restaurant - King Street

Moiliili·Asian Fusion Restaurant

Family-friendly, casual establishment serving an extensive menu of Japanese specialties.

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hana no sato
18$

hana no sato

Moiliili·Japanese Restaurant

Sashimi, maki & other Japanese eats offered in a snug, comfy space with sushi bar seating.

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Hong Yeon
19$$

Hong Yeon

Moiliili·Korean Restaurant
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Hot Pot Heaven
20$

Hot Pot Heaven

Moiliili·Hot Pot Restaurant
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Imanas Tei Restaurant | Sushi • Izakaya
21$$

Imanas Tei Restaurant | Sushi • Izakaya

Moiliili·Japanese Restaurant

Traditional Japanese seafood with creative twists served in a cozy, stylish, bamboo-accented space.

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Izakaya Naru Honolulu
22$$

Izakaya Naru Honolulu

Moiliili·Bar And Grill

Traditional Japanese eatery with a diverse range of Okinawa-inspired dishes in a basic setting.

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Kahai Street Kitchen
23$$

Kahai Street Kitchen

Moiliili·Asian Fusion Restaurant

Small, no-frills counter serve dispensing classic Hawaiian plate lunches, tacos & burgers.

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Kaiten Sushi Ginza Onodera
24$$$$

Kaiten Sushi Ginza Onodera

Moiliili·Sushi Restaurant
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Khan Skewer Restaurant
25$$

Khan Skewer Restaurant

Moiliili·Barbecue Restaurant
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Kokoro-tei
26$

Kokoro-tei

Moiliili·Japanese Restaurant
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Kozo Sushi Moiliili
27$

Kozo Sushi Moiliili

Moiliili·Sushi Restaurant

Japanese take-out spot serving a variety of sushi rolls, plus bento & udon options.

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L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
28$

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

Moiliili·Hawaiian Restaurant

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

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LaCiccia Honolulu
29$$

LaCiccia Honolulu

Moiliili·Italian Restaurant
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Los Chaparros Mexican Restaurant
30$$

Los Chaparros Mexican Restaurant

Moiliili·Mexican Restaurant

Family-owned restaurant serving Mexican cuisine, plus beer, wine & margaritas, in a casual setting.

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Nate's Picks — Book an Experience

The experiences I actually send visitors on.

We earn a commission from bookings — it keeps the guide free.

  • Oahu Ultimate Circle Island Tour Full Day Experience Editor's Pick Free cancellation

    Circle the island

    Oahu Ultimate Circle Island Tour Full Day Experience

    4.54.5 out of 5· 840 booked

    Best single day on Oahu if you've got wheels-envy: turtles, the North Shore shrimp trucks, the lookouts — all in one guided loop.

  • Honolulu: Off The Beaten Path Food Tour Free cancellation

    Honolulu tasting walk

    Honolulu: Off The Beaten Path Food Tour

    5.05.0 out of 5· 765 booked

    If you like eating your way through a neighborhood, this off-the-beaten-path Honolulu tasting walk hits spots you'd never find solo. Come hungry.

  • Chief's Luau Admission Free cancellation

    Oahu luau night

    Chief's Luau Admission

    4.74.7 out of 5· 3,077 booked

    The eating doesn't stop at dinner — a real luau is the one Waikiki night out worth booking ahead. Kalua pig, fire knife, the whole thing.

  • Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Sail on the Moana Catamaran Editor's Pick Free cancellation

    Waikiki sunset sail

    Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Sail on the Moana Catamaran

    4.94.9 out of 5· 2,351 booked

    After happy hour, get on the water. A sunset cocktail sail off Waikiki is the move — drinks aboard, Diamond Head glowing behind you.

  • Diamond Head Hiking Tour with Ticket and Reservation Inclusion Editor's Pick Free cancellation

    Diamond Head + breakfast

    Diamond Head Hiking Tour with Ticket and Reservation Inclusion

    4.74.7 out of 5· 156 booked

    Earn the breakfast plate: hike Diamond Head first, then eat. Shuttle + reservation ticket included, so the morning's sorted before you refuel in Waikiki.

This is a curated list that leads with spots carrying the NateEatsHawaii badge — our editors' personally verified recommendations — followed by the area's best-rated restaurants based on visitor ratings on the site. You'll find crowd-pleasers like 'ili'ili Cash & Carry, a well-regarded pizza restaurant, and Chiang Mai Thai Cuisine, known for its Northern Thai dishes served in a casual, tropical-themed space, alongside hidden gems like Dagon, a homey spot celebrated for hearty Burmese, Thai, and Chinese plates.

Whether you're after a budget-friendly bite at Da Spot or a classic Sichuan meal at Chong Qing Cuisine, Moiliili delivers serious flavor without the Waikiki crowds. Spots our editors have personally visited are marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page — look for it as you browse.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What are the best restaurants in Moiliili?

Moiliili has a diverse dining scene with standout options across many cuisines — highlights include 'ili'ili Cash & Carry for pizza, Chiang Mai Thai Cuisine for Northern Thai food, Dagon for Burmese and Thai dishes, and Fook Yuen Seafood Restaurant for Chinese classics. This guide covers the top picks from 64 qualifying restaurants in the neighborhood.

Where can I find budget-friendly restaurants in Moiliili?

Moiliili is a great neighborhood for affordable eats — Da Spot is known as a budget-friendly casual stop, Aloha Vietnamese Foods offers Vietnamese fare at accessible prices, and Chong Qing Cuisine serves traditional Sichuan dishes in an easygoing, wallet-friendly setting.

How is this Moiliili restaurant guide 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 highest-rated spots in Moiliili based on real visitor ratings collected on NateEatsHawaii.com. The list is reviewed regularly to reflect the current dining landscape.

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