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"In Honolulu I liked the haupia at Diamond Head Market & Grill—light, not overly sweet, and refreshingly coconut-forward—which for me represents the island’s simple, ceremonial coconut-pudding tradition." - Arati Menon, Megan Spurrell
Window-serve grill & market with plate lunches, baked goods
3158 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 Get directions
$10–20
Hotel · Waikiki
Historic pink beachfront resort with Spanish-Moorish architecture
15 Postcards
Restaurant · Kapahulu
Global flavors from 13 stations, including poke, ramen, burgers & Aloha Ice
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Suites with kitchens, washer/dryers, and ocean views; luxury spa
10 Postcards
Vietnamese restaurant · Kaimuki
Modern Vietnamese cooking with global accents & communal tables
23 Postcards
Hotel · Diamond Head
Oceanfront hotel with beach access, dining, and Diamond Head views
7 Postcards
Hawaiian restaurant · Ala Moana
Hawaiian plate lunches with Kailua Pork & BBQ Chicken
Hawaiian restaurant · Kamehameha Heights
Traditional Hawaiian dishes like kalua pork, lomi salmon, and ribs
13 Postcards
Shopping mall · Waikiki
Upscale shops, fine jewelry, luxury timepieces, gifts, and cultural events.
Oceanfront luxury hotel with serene ambiance & award-winning cuisine
19 Postcards
Japanese restaurant · Kapiolani
Handmade soba noodles, tempura, and sushi with fresh seafood.
3 Postcards