1. Michel's at the Colony Surf
8.3
2895 Kalakaua Ave (The Colony Surf), Honolulu, HI
French Restaurant · Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis · 26 tips and reviews
Kristen Juckiewicz: Oceanside table + sharing a tableside Steak Diane = amazingly romantic dinner!
Carrie Bevis: Amazing for a celebratory or romantic meal. Finish with the tableside desserts for a grande finale!
HONOLULU Magazine: Order the Lobster Bisque! It's delicious, but to top it off, the waiter flambees fresh lobster meat in cognac tableside and adds it to the bisque. Wow! -Hale 'Aina Awards, January 2012
2. Orchids
8.5
2199 Kalia Rd, Honolulu, HI
American Restaurant · Waikiki · 41 tips and reviews
Kate Yuan: Super romantic environment - good for a date night. I was very impressed by the service! There are orchids throughout the place. I had the Veal Chop entry and it was very good. Done just right.
Tracy Wiedman: The prawn ravioli, coconut cake, and Mai Tais are amazing. The views and ambience are lovely.
Elena V.: The best brunch ever with a fantastic ocean view and stunning gardens. Also great for lunch!
3. 53 By The Sea
8.6
53 Ahui St, Honolulu, HI
Seafood Restaurant · Ala Moana - Kakaako · 14 tips and reviews
Amberrose Wb 🌹🌹: My husband and I came here for the first time on our anniversary. We came during dinner. Really romantic and intimate ambiance. Food was good but I wasn't blown away until we got to dessert... Amazing
Earl Young: A must to experience incredible service and dining. A memorable evening
Rob Bertholf: Don't worry if the restaurant is full, plenty space at the bar with an equally impressive view!
4. Hy's Steakhouse
8.6
2440 Kuhio Ave Ste A (Waikiki Park Heights Apartment), Honolulu, HI
Steakhouse · Waikiki · 71 tips and reviews
Christa H: Fine dining at its best. An excellent spot for a special occasion or romantic date. Your steak will be cooked to perfection. Save room for Bananas Foster, which will be prepared table side.
Robert Green: Try the Delmonico Steak - Kimi love her filet with bearnaise, but I like my big manly man steak
Tiffany Hee: Audy Kimura sings Wed-Sun. For a tip he'll be honored to play you his 80's hit "Friends and Lovers". Rack of Lamb is finger-licking good and carved tableside. Save room for a special flambé dessert!
Tim Shea: Amazing drinks; there is live music and dancing during happy hour
Nathan Kam: A beautiful place to kick back, relax, and enjoy the scenery while listening to live music, watching former Miss Hawaiis dance hula, all while sipping on a cold cocktail. Ahhhhhhh!
Nicholas A: Here's a checklist before dinner: 1. Order a Mai Tai, 2. Admire the sunset, 3. Enjoy the hula of former Miss Hawai‘i, Kanoe Miller. It does not get better than this in all of Waikīkī.
7. Outrigger Canoe Club
8.1
2909 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
Harbor or Marina · Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis · 17 tips and reviews
David M.: If you can swing a guest membership, try the sashimi or sushi rooms, so fresh! Their happy hour is 4-6 with the best mai-tais and amazing, romantic sunsets
Celeste Chapman: Great dining on the beachfront patio! Salads are great!
Sophy Mavridis: Everyone is so lovely here - very family oriented
8. Halekulani
9.3
2199 Kalia Rd (Lewers Street), Honolulu, HI
Hotel · Waikiki · 49 tips and reviews
TripExpert: Rates an Outstanding 97 on TripExpert, as scored by multiple professional reviews. Glitzy, yet intimate, with some of the best beaches. Sunday brunch not to be missed! Read more.
Kenso Kagawa: Live music and hula nightly at House Without a Key and try the Sunday brunch at Orchids. This is an amazing wedding venue, the staff are phenomenal, the food is excellent, and you can't beat the view
Foodspotting: Try the Dessert
10. Senia
9.1
75 N King St, Honolulu, HI
Hawaiian Restaurant · Downtown Honolulu · 16 tips and reviews
Susan Lai: Everything is delicious & service is fabulous! Truffle blue cheese beignets, bone marrow, beef cheeks, agnolotti. And desserts
Johnny Wang: (5/5) Upscale restaurant serving up phenomenally tasty Hawaiian/New American eats. Try the tasting menu or order a la carte, with standouts including the beef dishes, scallops, pastas, and more!
Chiranuj Bhirombhakdi: Amazing delicious creations & drinks
11. Duke's Waikiki
8.6
2335 Kalakaua Ave Ste 116, Honolulu, HI
Hawaiian Restaurant · Waikiki · 398 tips and reviews
Julina: Try the Lava Flow - Love it :) tremendously lovely having a glass of lava flow with romantic sunset. #food
Beth K: Dessert to die for 😍 cocktails not bad. Busy place, not very intimate, but service is good. Live tableside music
Liz Kreutz: Love the lobster tail and all the fresh fish is excellent. Service great and view is beautiful.
12. Nanzan Giro Giro
8.2
500 Pensacola St., Honolulu, HI
Japanese Restaurant · Ala Moana - Kakaako · 12 tips and reviews
Coralee Dixon: Authentic & fun japanese cuisine - come with an open mind and be ready for delicious surprises! Be sure to sit at the counter to watch the food being prepared.
Electric Bamboo: No real menu here - They serve a kaiseki (a Japanese set of courses) that changes each month. A sublime dining experience that I highly recommend.
Quinton Ma: Most affordable omakase I've ever had. Amazing/creative food served in beautiful ceramic dishes. When you make a reservation try to request a seat at the counter, so you can watch all the prep work.
Shannon Biszantz: Patio tables outside overlooking the ocean come sail boats are intimate and a very charming setting.
Annalee Bird: Iconic Hawaiian tiki bar. Beautiful scenery and awesome decor!
Esquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Here, in a land where old tiki bars go to die, you'll find the real thing. Read more.