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Hot Picks: Honolulu, Hawaii
Diane Sukiennik, Associate Editor,
Food and Wine Access
Michael
Reiss, Editor, Food and Wine Access
Honolulu, on the Island of Oahui,Hawaii, is a great culinary destination. Here are some options for your visit! Click on the picture to find the information you want.
 Where to Stay |
 Where to Eat |
 What to Do |
Diane Sukiennik, Associate Editor,
Food and Wine Access
Michael
Reiss, Editor, Food and Wine Access
Where to Stay
Waikiki Parc Hotel
Photo by Michael Reiss
Across the street from the beachside Halekulani, its big sister, the Waikiki Parc is serene, comfortable well-maintained and affordable. It offers excellent value in its small but well-appointed rooms, exceptional food outlets and gracious service.
The Waikiki Parc Hotel, the
sister hotel of the Halekulani Hotel, has an excellent
central location in Waikiki.
Photo by Michael Reiss
The staff is professional and eager to make your stay memorable. Easy access to the beach and reciprocal charging privileges at the Halekulani make this non-beachfront property a true find.
This is the Waikiki
Parc Hotel's spectacular ocean view at sunset.
Photo by Michael Reiss
Waikiki Parc Hotel
2233 Helumoa Rd.
Honolulu, Oahu
(808) 921 7272
The Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa
Photo by Michael Reiss
This large ocean front hotel is situated at the hub of activity on Wailkiki's main beachfront avenue. Its convenient location and scores of amenities make it an ideal location for individual and group travelers who are eager to see and do it all.
The Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort
and Spa has many superb ocean front and ocean view rooms.
Photo by Michael Reiss
Rooms are spacious, comfortable and all have balconies for ocean or mountain viewing. Service is quick, efficient and friendly.
This is the sweeping view of Waikiki
Beach from
the Waikiki Beach Marriott
Resort and Spa
Photo by Michael Reiss
The Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa
2552 Kalakaua Ave.
Honolulu,Hawaii
(808) 922 6611
Diane Sukiennik, Associate Editor,
Food and Wine Access
Michael
Reiss, Editor, Food and Wine Access
Where to Eat
Kacho
Photo by Michael Reiss
This jewel box sushi and seafood restaurant that is part of the Waikiki
Parc Hotel provides an oasis of calm, sophisticated dining that
sets it apart from the many other Japanese restaurants on the beach.
Not only are generous portions of the freshest sushi, sashimi and seafood
offered, but several Kaiseki Dinners (tasting menus) are available at
reasonable prices considering the quality, quantity and refinement of
the items offered.
Attentive personal service is the hallmark of Kacho Japanese
Restaurant at the Waikiki Parc Hotel.
Photo by Michael Reiss
For an exceptional dining experience request your Kaiseki Dinner
to be paired with sake or try their "Four Tasting Sake Sampler."
The restaurant is known for its large and distinguished selection of
sakes at various price points to compliment your dining experience and
enhance the subtle flavors and textures of a truly authentic Japanese
meal.
Favorite Appetizers:
Broth of Matsutake and Ginkgo nuts prepared in Dobin-style pot
Fresh fish sashimi style served in an igloo
Favorite Entrees:
Filet Mignon steak and sautéed vegetables
Matsutake Mushroom Tempura
Favorite Dessert:
Seasonal fruits and ice creams
Imperial Kyoto-style Kaiseki dining makes a meal at Kacho a
memorable experience.
Photo by Michael Reiss
Kacho
2233 Helumoa Rd.
Honolulu, Hawaii
808 921 7272
Parc Cafe
Photo by Michael Reiss
This sleek, unpretentious, almost hidden gem located in the Waikiki Parc Hotel offers some of the most varied and creative Euro-Asian food on the island. Executive Chef Don Maruyama presents themed gourmet buffets for lunch daily and for dinner on the weekends. Locals in the know return repeatedly with family, friends and business associates for the freshest, tastiest and most delectable array of salads, mains and desserts.
At night dining at the Parc Cafe in the Waikiki Parc
Hotel is a relaxed and serene experience.
Photo by Michael Reiss
From Sunday through Thursday evening, the chef displays his culinary genius with his a la carte menu which highlights Euro-Asian dishes. Each item is creatively presented and prepared with the assertive confidence of someone who is obviously masterful with both culinary traditions. Items are reasonably priced and portions are generous. The wine menu offers plenty of familiar selections by the glass, half or full bottle. The service is professional and pampering. This is a culinary find awaiting your discovery.
Favorite Appetizers:
Greek Salad - Fresh Nalo greens with tomatoes, feta cheese, kalamata
olives and cucumbers, served with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette
Trio of Fresh Island Ahi - A melange of ahi poke with Maui onions, ahi
carpaccio with wasabi aioli, and a sweet soy mustard sauce to accompany
blackened ahi.
Favorite Entree:
Korean - Style Braised Short Ribs served with Kim Chee and steamed rice
Peanut crusted fish with Thai Curry served over rice noodles
Favorite Desserts:
Cinnamon, Pineapple and Raisin Bread Pudding with creme anglais and
whipped cream
Executive Chef Don Maruyama's creative and inspired food is a pleasure
to experience at the Parc Cafe.
Photo by Michael Reiss
Parc Cafe
Waikiki Parc hotel
2233 Helumoa Rd.
Honolulu, Hawaii
(808) 921 7272
Hoku's
Photo by Michael Reiss
As you walk into the space that is Hoku's, you
immediately experience the excitement. The open kitchen and bar seating
beckons you to come closer and preview what awaits you. The sounds of
the kitchen symphony in full concert hails. The olfactory sensations
seduce you before you have even been seated. The show continues
with the dramatically lit dining area, the elegant stemware and
sleek, modern cutlery. The knowledgeable staff introduces you to the
subtle nuances of Chef Wayne Hirabayashi's menu which is described
as international cuisine with Asian influences. Discuss your wine preferences
with the waitstaff who are prepared to match to your liking or to take
you places you've never gone before. You are in for a dining adventure
that is sure to excite and please the palette.
Hoku's exciting and dynamic space
is the setting for Chef Wayne Hirabayashi's international
Asian inspired cuisine.
Photo by Michael Reiss
Favorite Appetizers:
Wok Fried Soft Shell Crab, Green Papaya Salad with Mango and Chinese
Parsley,Thai Dressing
Pan Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras, caramelized Pumpkin, Cranberry Port Wine Reduction, Onion Jam, Praline
Favorite Entrees:
Crisp Whole Island Fish - Accompanied by Sweet and Sour , Soy Ginger
and Black Bean Sauce served with Wok Fried Vegetables and Hoku's Fried
Rice
Hoku's Wild Mushroom Ravioli with Feta Cheese, Fresh Basil, Autumn Truffle Tomato Broth
Favorite Dessert:
Homemade Double Chocolate Brioche Bread Pudding,
Warm Chocolate Custard, Apricot Lilikoi Foam:
This is Hoku's "Ahi Appetizer Platter" --a
good way to start any meal!
Photo by Michael Reiss
Hoku's
Kahala Mandarin Hotel
5000 Kahala Ave.
Honolulu, Hawaii
(808) 739 8888
Arancino di Mare
Photo by Michael Reiss
This deceptively unpretentious Italian restaurant, located in the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, offers expertly prepared and served food both traditional and modern in concept. The vibes are jovial, food is served family style, portions are large, prices are modest and the staff is willing and able to please. A variety of specialty cocktails offered at the lively bar or tableside makes this a great dining experience for everyone from the solo traveler to the celebratory group.
Service is always with a smile at the inspired Italian restaurant,
Arancino di Mare.
Photo by Michael Reiss
Favorite Appetizers:
Papaya Prosciutto
Shrimp and avocado salad
Favorite Entrees:
Spaghetti Lobster - fresh Maine Lobster in tomato sauce
Prosciutto Arugula Pizza
Favorite Desserts:
Tiramisu
.
At Arancino di Mare Restaurant the "Prosciutto Arugula
Pizza" is a winner.
Photo by Michael Reiss
Arancino di Mare
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa
2552 Kalakua Ave.
Honolulu, Hawaii
(808) 931 6273