Diners' Choice: Hawaii Regional Cuisine restaurants in Hawaii

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Chef's Table at Ka'ana Kitchen

5.0

5 (155)

$50 and over

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Wailea

About the restaurant

Situated in the heart of Ka’ana Kitchen’s open-air styled kitchen, we invite you to immerse yourself in our exclusive dining experience. Interact with our chefs as they thoughtfully curate a customized 6-course menu of fresh, local ingredients to stimulate your sense of adventure. To enhance the experience even more, we have the option to add wine pairings to each course, hand selected by our expert sommelier.

This exclusive experience is limited to seating’s at 6:00pm, 6:15pm and 6:30pm Tuesday - Friday.
Maximum of 4 guests per party.

Chef’s Table: $195/person
Wine Pairings:
Premier Cru – a selection of our favorite wines from off the beaten path – creating a journey of discovery & delight +$125/person
Grand Cru – exclusive selection of hard to source, hard to replace but very easy to love wines +$250/person

Executive Chef: Ritchard Cariaga | Chef de Cuisine: Chance Savell

Due to limited seating, there is a 24-hour cancellation policy and $75/person cancellation fee.

Top review

Christine

Dined 2 days ago

Phenomenal experience! John and the chefs were wonderful and mindful of multiple allergies. Definitely a five star experience. We will be back!!!

Merriman's – Waimea – Big Island

4.9

4.9 (9406)

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Kamuela

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of the Big Islands farm community is Peter Merriman's original restaurant; Merriman's Waimea. Chef/Owner Peter Merriman is one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine and uses 90% or more of local produce, fish and beef. All dishes are handcrafted to highlight the natural flavors of each menu item. Our award winning wine list has selections for all to enjoy. Merriman's knowledgeable and friendly staff will guide you through a culinary experience you will not forget. We look forward to serving you!

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Joannevip

Dined 7 days ago

Food and service were excellent. We will definitely come back to dine whenever we are back n the island

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Experience

Merriman's 2024 Thanksgiving Day

Goen Dining + Bar

4.8

4.8 (1083)

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Kailua

About the restaurant

Chef driven and crave-worthy, the GOEN Dining + Bar menu is a combination of creative Pan-Asian/American dishes showcasing Hawaii's vibrant local flavors in a hip & refreshing atmosphere. Local meats and fish grilled over kiawe wood, fresh salads & creative sushi bring guests a time-honored dining experience that only Roy Yamaguchi & his team can.

Top review

Loretta

Dined 2 days ago

Great food and atmosphere. Service was top notch for a Sunday lunch date!

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Haliimaile General Store

4.8

4.8 (5599)

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Makawao

About the restaurant

Our famous restaurant in Upcountry is a must see for anyone visiting Maui!

As seen frequently on The Food Network.

Come and experience the renowned Hawaiian hospitality and aloha spirit of Maui at Hali’imaile General Store. With a hundred-year history and over three decades of providing delicious meals to both Upcountry Maui locals and visitors, our restaurant in Hali’imaile is a must-see for anyone visiting Maui. Join us for a taste of the island’s finest cuisine and an opportunity to uncover a piece of Maui’s rich history at our conveniently located restaurant near the town of Makawao and on the road to and from Haleakalā National Park.

Farm-to-table is not a new concept to us! Our restaurant has been promoting and featuring locally sourced produce, seafood, meats and products since 1988. Our dishes are a unique blend of fresh Hawaiian food, local Asian influences and modern preparations.

Top review

Jack

Dined 7 days ago

As always at HGS, wonderful food, great service and and REALLY fun band. ALWAYS enjoy a unique outing at "The STORE"!

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Popular dish

Coconut Seafood Curry

Popular dish

Hali'imaile Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Popular dish

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich

Chef Chai

4.8

4.8 (1324)

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Honolulu

About the restaurant

Opened for both dine in and takeout.
Masks required for both diners and staff
Outdoor and indoor with the CDC distant guideline
No contact menu available

Chai Chaowasaree owner and Chef of Chef Chai at Pacifica Honolulu is recognized as one of Hawaii’s top Hawaii Regional Cuisine chefs. Known for fusing fresh Hawaii ingredients with the exotic flavors of Asia, Chef Chai has created a culinary style that reflects the cultural diversity of Oahu and the Hawaiian Islands.

To further strengthen the partnership with Hawaii’s local farmers and fishermen, Chef Chai co-founded Hawaii Island Chefs (HIC), the second generation of Hawaii Regional Cuisine Chefs. This group of HIC chefs is on a mission to provide the world with the best of Hawaii’s diverse culinary resources from the culture of the people and the bounty of the land and sea.

The exquisite experience await you at Chef Chai

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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined 2 days ago

A evening of excellence with very flavorful dishes. We had the early bird special, which was a great deal!! We ordered the salmon, the pork tenderloin, and beef tenderloin. Everyone’s dishes were so tasty and flavorful! The appetizer assortment was fantastic, but my favorite is a toss up between the bisque and the duck tacos. The service was great and overall it was an excellent dining experience with our Ohana.

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Experience

10/6 Full Moon Concert

Experience

Special Childhood Thai Menu October 10-12 !

Experience

Filipino Food Week Special! October 15-21!

Ocean Organic Farm and Distillery

4.9

4.9 (230)

$30 and under

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Kula

About the restaurant

Enjoy the spectacular views while you relax in our casual, open-air dining environment. Along with our menu offerings inspired by local fare, we have several signature cocktails available that are made with our own, Ocean Vodka, Kula Rum, Fy Gin, and Brum spirits.

We have a 15 minute grace period. We have limited inside seating and vast options for outside seating. If you have a preference between inside or outside seating, please leave us a note in your reservation.

Parties of 8 or more are subject to a 20% auto-gratuity. Please call (808)344-7649 for parties larger than 8. We do not accept walk-ins larger than 8 people.

For event inquiries or for parties larger than 12, please contact our Food and Beverage Director at chad@oceandistillery.com.

To book a Tasting Experience or an Upcountry Sommelier and Chef Curated Pairing with us, please use the following link:
www.oceandistillery.com

To know whos playing tonight visit:
https://music2nite.manaoradio.com/

Mahalo,
Ocean Ohana

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Best and freshest food on the island. The views are amazing and the music just tied the whole evening together into a perfect dinning experience.

Original Roy's, Hawaii Kai

4.8

4.8 (3158)

$50 and over

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Honolulu

About the restaurant

For over 35 years, Roy's Hawaii Kai has delighted guests with Roy Yamaguchi's signature Hawaiian-inspired Euro-Asian cuisine. Our dishes, crafted with the freshest local ingredients, are elevated by bold Asian spices and European sauces, with a focus on fresh seafood. Complement your meal with our selection of globally sourced wines, and enjoy the breathtaking view of Maunalua Bay from our main dining room or private event space, perfect for special occasions or business gatherings. Experience the warmth of Roy’s Aloha service in every visit.

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Harrilynnvip

Dined 3 days ago

Loved the food and service, can’t wait to come back! Highly recommend!

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Popular dish

Bacon Orange Fried Brussels Sprouts

Popular dish

Blackened Island Ahi

Popular dish

Roy's Pineapple Upside down Cake

Hualani's

4.8

4.8 (2063)

$50 and over

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Lihue

About the restaurant

Experience one of the best restaurants on Kaua'i and enjoy farm-to-table oceanfront dining from the elegant yet relaxed setting at Hualani's. Here, oceanfront dining is influenced by the seasons. What's fresh at The Farm at Hōkūala inspires the farm-to-table menu, while our bar serves up well-balanced craft cocktails that complement the seasonality of the kitchen. Our culinary experience is inspired by a sense of place and driven by local farmers, as well as fresh-picked ingredients from our on-site organic farm. From the morning harvest and the daily catch, Hualani's shines a hyper-local spotlight on the bounty of the Garden Isle.

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Mailelani

Dined 4 days ago

Always a great time dining at Hualani’s. Good food, great service and awesome staff!!!

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4.7

4.7 (5075)

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Koloa

About the restaurant

Chef-Owner Peter Merriman has brought his unique style of Hawaiian Regional Cuisine served in a casual yet elegant setting of Old Hawaii Plantation. A pioneer in the "Farm to Table" concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods. His international menu items are prepared in a manner that highlights the natural flavors of these fresh, local foods. Located in Poipu, we feature both mauka (mountain) and makai (ocean) views as well as sunset veiws over the Kukui'ula resort. The aloha-friendly staff, with a food and beverage knowledge second to none, will ensure that you have an extraordinary dining experience.

Top review

John

Dined 5 days ago

Great food, great ambience, and great service, Eric.

Pai Honolulu

4.4

4.4 (539)

$50 and over

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Honolulu

About the restaurant

In 2017, Chef Kevin J. Lee opened highly-anticipated and award winning PAI Honolulu after a four-year search for a restaurant space to offer guests a warm and welcoming experience. His cuisine highlights flavors and ingredients from Hawaii and brings it together with global techniques to present a fun and unique experience. His passion for his craft is evident in his commitment to curate as many of the ingredients that he uses in his menus in-house which has won the restaurant many awards including Hawaii's Best Restaurant, Best Chef's Tasting Menu, and more.

*Pescatarian, Vegetarian and GF options availabe
**We are happy to accommodate dietary preferences and allergies with a 48 hour notice.

Top review

Elizabethvip

Dined 2 days ago

This is a restaurant that should not be missed! We did the 3-course tasting menu and everything was delicious. I wish I could have the five spice pork shoulder every night - if you like pork definitely order that. In addition to the amazing food, Justine made us feel welcome from the very moment that we walked in. You really feel like part of the family during your dining experience and it’s one of the best dining experiences that I have had all year.

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