Honolulu is one of the best places on earth to eat seafood — fresh catches, ocean views, and that unmistakable Hawaiian spirit all on one plate. I pulled together this guide from 63 qualifying spots across the city, leading with my own verified picks and rounding out the list with Honolulu's best-rated seafood restaurants.
At the top of my list is Duke's Waikiki, the iconic beachfront restaurant at the Outrigger where live music plays every night, the legendary Barefoot Bar sits right on the sand, and the Hula Pie is worth the trip alone. I also recommend Hula Grill Waikiki for its open-air Hawaiian charm, SKY Waikiki Raw & Bar for elevated raw seafood with rooftop views, and The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood in the Ala Moana area for a more upscale surf-and-turf experience. These spots carry the NateEatsHawaii badge — my stamp of personal verification.
Beyond my picks, the list includes well-regarded spots like 53 By The Sea, known for its glass-walled dining room and creative seafood dishes with stunning bay views, and Blue Ocean Seafood & Steak, a budget-friendly option in Waikiki popular with visitors watching their spending. Whether you're after a lively beach bar, a romantic dinner, or a casual plate lunch by the water, Honolulu's seafood scene has you covered.
The ranking
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Iconic beachfront restaurant at the Outrigger with live music every night, the famous Barefoot Bar on the sand, Taco Tuesday, Thursday Prime Rib Night, and Hula Pie. Named after Duke Kahanamoku. A Waikiki staple since 1999.
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3SKY WAIKIKI Raw & Bar offers an elevated guest experience with a unique combination of fresh seafood, refreshing champagne, handcrafted cocktails and Aloha.
4The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood is a fine dining steakhouse in Ala Moana. Known for prime cuts, fresh seafood, and panoramic 36th-floor views. Open daily 4:30PM–10PM. Price range: $$$$.
5$$Tucked into Waikiki, 206 BCE Waikiki serves seafood at mid-range prices. Look for takeout — known as a solid pick.
6$$$$Chic, glass-walled dining room & terrace with bay views, serving creative meat & seafood dishes.
7$$Casual fine dining on steaks, seafood & Hawaiian dishes with beer, floats & tropical cocktails.
8$$Outdoor cafe has Hawaiian plates & standard American fare, plus live music & a weekend beach BBQ.
9$$Contemporary venue dishing up a range of local produce on a familiar comfort-style menu.
10$Blue Ocean Seafood & Steak is a budget-friendly seafood spot in Waikiki. Locals consider it a reliable choice with outdoor seating.
11$$Easygoing, aquarium-themed eatery in the Hilton turning out seafood, steak, and BBQ dishes.
12Seafood fare in Waikiki. Cajun Crab Waikiki is a consistent local favorite and offers full bar.
13$$Steaks & seafood headline at this laid-back option featuring nightly entertainment & marina views.
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16$$Creative American plates, craft brews, and cocktails are the draw at this stylish, modern restaurant.
17$$Bustling, strip-mall restaurant serving a broad menu of Chinese classics plus a daily lunch buffet.
18$$Informal, deli-style restaurant serving local-style poke, seafood, plate lunches, stews & soups.
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21$$$Locally sourced seafood dishes and cocktails served in an airy, fashionable space with a large patio.
22$$White-tablecloth Chinese restaurant serving classic dishes & dim sum amid traditional Asian decor.
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25$$Breezy restaurant featuring American breakfast staples & Bloody Marys at the Hale Koa Hotel.
26$$Dim sum & other Cantonese-style dishes are supplied at this casual, long-standing Chinese mainstay.
27Tucked into Kalihi, Little Joe's Steakhouse serves seafood. Look for full bar — known as a solid pick.
28$$Casual venue for Korean & Chinese seafood specialties, including lobster, plus classic meat dishes.
29$$Simple & snug counter serve providing market-fresh takes on poke bowls inside Kekaulike Market.
30$Maguro Spot brings sushi to Waikiki at a budget-friendly price point. Family-friendly casual dining.
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Duke's Waikiki tops this curated list as a NateEatsHawaii-verified pick — it's an iconic beachfront spot with live music nightly, the famous Barefoot Bar on the sand, and classic Hawaii seafood dishes. For a more upscale experience, The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood in the Ala Moana area is another verified recommendation on this guide.
Blue Ocean Seafood & Steak in Waikiki is known as a budget-friendly option, and 206 BCE Waikiki offers seafood at mid-range prices tucked into the heart of Waikiki. Barefoot Beach Cafe at Queen's Surf Beach is another casual, wallet-friendly choice with Hawaiian plates and a relaxed outdoor vibe.
This is a BEST-style curated guide — Nate's personally verified picks (marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge) are featured first, followed by the highest-rated seafood spots across Honolulu drawn from real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii.com. The list is reviewed regularly to reflect the current dining scene.
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