Spending time in Waikiki? Get to know this Honolulu neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a cocktail bar to a Latin American spot.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Waikiki, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Duke's Waikiki
Topping the list is cocktail bar and Hawaiian seafood eatery Duke's Waikiki, which is named for surfing legend Duke Kahanamoku. Situated at 2335 Kalakaua Ave., Suite 116, it boasts four stars out of 5,608 reviews on Yelp and is the most popular business in the neighborhood.
On the dinner menu, you'll find panko-fried calamari, baby back pork ribs and seven spice ahi. Pair your meal with a cocktail, such as the Lava Flow, a blend of pineapple juice, coconut cream, strawberries and rum. A breakfast buffet is available daily.
2. Musubi Cafe Iyasume
Quick-service spot Musubi Cafe Iyasume is another top choice. Yelpers give the Japanese and Hawaiian eatery, located at 2427 Kuhio Ave. in the Aqua Pacific Monarch Hotel, 4.5 stars out of 3,042 reviews.
Established in 2000, this spot serves such specialties as udon noodles, traditional seafood rice balls and Spam musubi. Japanese-style bento boxes are also available.
3. Roy's Waikiki
Roy's Waikiki, a Hawaiian and Asian fusion spot that offers seafood and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 2,376 Yelp reviews. Head over to 226 Lewers St. to try it for yourself.
This Hawaii-inspired and internationally influenced restaurant serves such appetizers as crispy Chinatown spring rolls and an assortment of sushi and sashimi. Also try the hibachi grilled Atlantic salmon and garlic buttered filet mignon. Still have room for dessert? Check out the melting hot chocolate souffle. (See menu here.)
4. Mami's Empanadas
Then there's Mami's Empanadas, which has earned five stars out of 346 reviews on Yelp. You can find Latin American food cart at 2551 Cartwright Road.
Opened in 2013, the mobile eatery serves a variety of empanadas and arepas. Stop by for the beef and potato empanada or the Cubano sandwich.
5. Tonkatsu Ginza Bairin
Finally, check out Tonkatsu Ginza Bairin, a local favorite with 4.5 stars out of 1,731 reviews. Go to the Outrigger Regency Beachwalk, 255 Beach Walk, to hit up the Japanese spot next time you're in the neighborhood.
This spot is famous for its authentic tonkatsu, a breaded, deep-fried Berkshire pork cutlet. On the menu, look for the chicken katsu, Black Tiger shrimp and the sauteed ginger pork loin.
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