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    Banzai Burger

    4.4 (679 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Valerie M.

    Super cool menu and really hearty, delicious, filling juicy burgers! Also, Christine is so kind, loved her and appreciated her kind hospitality!

    Bonzai burger is the best burger in Waikiki! We found the spot last year and just had to come back a year later because it's so good! Christy is so sweet and very welcoming!! You wont be disappointed

    this is the mgr what a amazing person full of Aloha
    Leilani L.

    OMG it's always a nice place to eat a burger that is made just for your own taste with Christine the mgr was the best move this company did She is amazing takes care of guest with the Aloha that has been missing i will recommend n always will High 5 to BANZAI BURGER

    Walt N.

    Quite disappointed in the speed of service and the taste of my food. The gravy tasted scorched, which affected the flavor of everything else. The portion size was large. It is a counter order and pickup. Seating area was very small and loud. Good people watching on kuhio avenue!

    Waimea Burger
    Michelle C.

    Stopped by Banzai Burger for a quick bite, and ordered the Waimea Burger along with a side of garlic parmesan fries. The Waimea Burger comes with two patties and is extremely filling, definitely a solid option if you're hungry. The garlic parmesan fries were super crispy and packed with flavor. That said, the food was very greasy: there was a literal puddle of grease at the bottom of the tray, which ended up making the bun and the fries underneath soggy and a bit unappealing by the time we got to them. On the plus side, service was fast - our order was ready within 5 minutes, making this a convenient stop when you're short on time. Don't think I would come back here though, given the presentation.

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    Brian N.

    We wanted a quick meal after getting back late from the beach and were craving a burger. We stumbled upon Bonzai Burger and decided to check it out. I ordered the Waimea Burger. It was a decent burger overall. The patty was fairly large and had a good sear on it. However, I felt something was missing, as the burger relied heavily on the sauce to provide most of the flavor. One thing I wish they had done better was the prep. The buns were somewhat soggy by the time we received the food. The bottom bun was already sitting in a puddle of grease, likely from the burger or the fries, which made it unappetizing. The fries themselves were crispy and flavorful at first, but they had the same issue. The grease pooled at the bottom, making the lower layer of fries soggy by the time you reached them.

    Mushroom Union Burger w/friessss

    Ughhh, the burger was SO good! Banzai Burger is always one of our must-stop spots whenever we escape to Waikīkī for a little getaway. The food never disappoints, and Christine, the manager, was amazing--so helpful, welcoming, and kind to us. Definitely a place we'll keep coming back to!

    Portobello burger with garlic fries
    Leslie M.

    Banzai Burger offered a vegetarian option- portobello burger and it was amazing!!! One wasn't enough for two so my hubby couldn't really split this time. The garlic fries are really good. Service was fast and easy. You order at the counter and you pick up when your name is called. The ambiance is a chill backyard vibe and the table we sat on kept moving awkwardly as some screws were lose or missing. Overall though, great prices, good food and I highly recommend visiting if you are in the area.

    Half a burger
    Kehn H.

    We wanted to eat something but kept it light so that we don't feel too tired, we ended up having our 1 burger cut in half and served with fries from each half. Food was great, it also had lots of fries for us. The place had outdoor seating within Waikiki, the cashier knew I was in the military so she asked for ID to confirm and had given me a discount too. (Appreciate that so much). Our food was ready within minutes of the order, we sat directly in front of their counter on where it was served, it was sunset by then so we needed extra light as it got darker. It was loud because of how busy it was in the area but, we were so focused in our meal. This is a nice little stop within the Waikiki area at the first floor where Target was located nearby.

    RAW Pipeline Burger
    Lilian S.

    Raw burger - absolute waste of a meal. I didn't take a photo of the garlic fries, but they gave me a stomach ache due to how greasy they were (dark grease - obviously old). I understand that while this is the International Marketplace and at the Food Court I shouldn't expect much, my burger meat should be cooked all the way through. Contact me for a refund.

    Banzai Burger's Mushroom and Onion burger (no cheese).  A little small, but worth the flavor.
    Matt O.

    I came into Banzai with expectations thinking if it was gonna be a good place to eat, and, sure enough, they definitely delivered. From the look of it, I surely didn't anticipate it to be a small place to sit down and enjoy the food. However, it wasn't that difficult to find a place to enjoy and eat something over there. So...I ended up ordering the Mushroom and Onion Burger (without cheese), and visually, the presentation was striking. They did a good job with the amount of mushrooms on the burger (while not making it really messy). My one issue was that I couldn't really taste the onions. It was subtle, but not sure if it got lost with the amount of mushrooms on there, but, it wasn't really that much to nitpick on, especially when the flavor delivered. They put just enough of that steakhouse sauce to hold up well for the burger. Despite the price, it was good for what it's worth. I almost came close to wanting the Smokey BBQ burger, but maybe next time, I'll consider trying that out. It's a 9.5/10 for me. A bit more onion would have helped out there.

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    Fresh, hot and made to order. Burger was super fresh and hot, garlic fries were awesome. Service was fast and friendly.

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    Hula Grill Waikiki

    Hula Grill Waikiki

    4.1(4.5k reviews)
    0.2 mi•Waikiki
    •$$

    Came in on a whim for cocktails as we wait for the Aloha Festival. It's right above Duke's (walking…read moreinto Duke's, look for stairs off to your right, just before Duke's hostess counter). They've got one of the best maitais I've had on the island. It features their house fruit juice mix (fresh squeezed mix of pineapple, passion, orange and guava juices, from local sources. View is absolutely beautiful. Listen to the waves, feel the breeze, smell the smells, vibe to the music. Perfect for midday reset. Nice music. Staff is very cool & personable. Had a nice chill couple of drinks, and eventually poke tacos while watching college football. Parking: valet is $6/30 minutes

    We made a reservation beforehand but still had to wait 5-10 minutes for a table. Food was really…read moregood though! I really enjoyed the fresh catch and chow mein. My husband got the sesame and panko crusted tuna but he said it was too greasy. The coconut lychee rice that it came with was really good though. Drinks were really good! I would definitely recommend the guava daiquiri. The reason why this place only got 4/5 stars was due to the service. Our waiter seemed like he was in a rush to get us out of there. He came by, asked for our drink and food orders, and left us alone for the rest of the night. There was no welcome, no hello, and he did not ask us if we even had questions about the menu. When I asked questions, his answers were very quick and short. Once we finished our food, I had to flag him down for the check. For a high end restaurant, I was expecting better service.

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    Eating House 1849 - Waikiki

    4.1(1.6k reviews)
    0.1 mi•Waikiki
    •$$$

    Located on the 3rd floor at the International Market Center, this restaurant is a must visit. The…read morebar staff was excellent, not sure which tap beer you want, sample away. They are friendly and will help make your life easier if you transition from the bar to a table. I was there with a small party, staff were friendly and informative. Unsure what to get, asked the waitress to surprise me based off a couple of items I could not decide on. She did not disappoint and after talking with kitchen, she brought out the Braised Beef Noodles. The meat was tender and noodles good perfectly. My understanding is that this is a newer dish and hope it stays. The tomatoes were cold, which was a initial surprise but nice compared to the hot dish. I will be returning and highly recommend. Be ready to spend $40-$60 per plate. Ordered a Caesar salad that is big enough for 2 ppl to share. Couple of appetizers included sushi rolls & grilled brussels sprouts that were also excellent.

    Had dinner last night with family in town. Service was amazing & staff were friendly…read more The roof retracts and they have large fans to circulate air. That was so nice since it's been so hot lately. The food was amazing. We chose to eat family style. We started with a couple sushi rolls & all was really good and fresh. We also started with red Thai curry clams with mushrooms. That was delicious. We also had the pork belly boa which was also delicious. For the main entree we shared was the build your own fish plate. We opted for grilled Kanapachi with the red Thai curry with veggies and sweet potato and the butterfish Kamameshi. So so good. Everything we had was so good. Then we had dessert!! Seriously full and yet we ordered the chocolate lava soufflé, upside down cake, and the Thai Tea crème brûlée. I was so stuffed but the flavors of each desert were amazing! We couldn't stop eating it all. It's been a long while since I've been here so it was a nice refresher and reminder of how good everything is.

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    Royal Lobster

    Royal Lobster

    4.7(998 reviews)
    0.2 mi•Waikiki
    •$$$
    Free parking
    Locally owned & operated

    Note: The prices listed are from May 23, 2026. The prices appear to fluctuate based on market…read moreprice. All rolls are served with following sides: crinkle cut potato chips, melted butter, house coleslaw, garlic mayo, lemon wedge, and Old Bay seasoning. The meat is served chilled in the bun. They have 4 "sizes" that they serve on a toasted brioche bun (~6 inch bun): - The Regular (3.5 oz)**: $36.99 - The Popular (5 oz)**: $49.99 - The Big One (7 oz)**: $62.99 - The Maine Event (1/2 lb (8 oz)): $74.99 **You can also ask for extra 1.5 oz lobster meat to this size for $13.99. You can also buy just the cooked lobster meat: 1/2 lb (8 oz) for $75.00 They have can drinks such as sodas (including Hawaiian sodas) and beer. The roll was actually quite tasty! I was able to experiment with different flavors with the Old Bay seasoning, garlic mayo, lemon, and butter. The garlic mayo was surprisingly good with the lobster. You can also throw the Old Bay seasoning on the chips if you're in the mood. The price is pretty steep which was my mistake. I don't know what I was expecting when ordering lobster in Waikiki. The lady at the cash register was less than pleasant and helpful so it makes spending that money feel a little more painful. If you can afford it and are really craving a lobster roll, this should satiate you. I didn't feel like I needed more to eat after finishing my meal. Location: The store is located in the Royal Hawaiian shopping center. You have to take a staircase from the first floor to a lower floor to get to it. You may need to ask around for directions. The restaurant is super small. Maybe two or 3 small tables that can fit no more than 6-8 people.

    I enjoyed eating at this place it's located next to other small eateries. I first went on a Monday…read moreand it was not open when I came back Tuesday they were open and I got Lobster Roll with chips. It's a bit pricey but the portion is reasonable for price point! I enjoyed the food and they had Old Bay seasoning in every table and even provided a small baggy of it in my to go box. The were playing 90s music there are like two tables to sit inside pretty small inside service was quick and good was fresh!

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    Sato Seafood - Yuzu miso ahi tuna

    Sato Seafood

    4.6(527 reviews)
    0.0 mi•Waikiki
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    Wow! Run, not walk, to this poke place!!! Don't let the look fool you, the food is amazing. Order…read moremacadamia aburi salmon it's so good! Things to know: no place to sit (one outside table with 3 chairs is all they have); no cash, card only; the fish is flown fresh from Japan. Now I don't know if all fish is actually from Japan and how true it is, but I did see some styrofoam shipping containers with US agriculture and US customs tape so I believe it. We ordered the macadamia aburi salmon which was a top tier combination of torched salmon, macadamia and a delicious sauce, and yuzu miso poke with ahi which had tuna so fresh it was just melting in your mouth. I also thought it was priced pretty reasonably compared to other poke places I tried in Waikiki, and portions were not huge but decent with lots of fish. I wish I had discovered this place a bit earlier in my trip because I would 100% come back for more.

    Visited Sato Seafood twice during our trip to Oahu, and it ended up being one of my favorite poke…read morespots! We had poke almost everyday from different places during our visit, so we got to try a few, and Sato Seafood definitely stood out. We tried 4 different poke options here, but my absolute favorite was the ahi yuzu miso. The citrus flavor was so good, and if you like ponzu, I'd definitely recommend trying this one! Everything tasted very fresh, and the rice-to-fish ratio was perfect! There was just enough rice to have a piece or two of fish with each bite and a little fish left over. The two workers were very nice and friendly, which made both visits even better. The only thing I wish was a little different is if the toppings weren't so much extra. Once you start adding a few toppings, it adds up pretty quickly. Overall, we really enjoyed Sato Seafood and would love to go back.

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    Kirin Restaurant - Black Bean Sauce Dungeness Crab

    Kirin Restaurant

    4.2(1k reviews)
    0.2 mi•Waikiki
    •$$$
    Fine dining
    Takes reservations

    Met friends for lunch. Ordered a lot of food. All was tasty and came out fast. Received great…read moreservice from Heidi. Will be back.

    The moment I stepped in, Kirin Chinese Restaurant felt like a celebration of Chinese cuisine in…read moreHawaii. It's easily the best Chinese food I've had on the islands, and the experience left me impressed from start to finish. The dishes were consistently delicious, with vibrant flavors, quality ingredients, and thoughtful preparation. Each bite showcased balance and artistry typical of standout Chinese dining. Star dishes stood out for their aromatic profiles and generous portions. A few favorites offered comfort with a refined touch, elevating familiar favorites to something memorable. The menu seems well-curated to deliver both classic staples and chef-driven specials. Attentive, friendly, and efficient without hovering. The staff anticipated needs, explained menu options with enthusiasm. The timing between courses was spot-on, keeping the meal flowing smoothly. The staff's knowledge about each dish enhanced the overall dining experience. The dining room was inviting, comfortable, and suitable for both casual dinners and special occasions. Given the quality and portion sizes, the value felt very fair for Hawaii's dining scene. Kirin stands out as a top-tier Chinese restaurant in Hawaii, delivering extraordinary food and warm, professional service. If you're craving authentic flavors executed with care and flair, this is a must-visit.

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