๐ฝ๏ธ Honolulu Food Guide | A Fusion Culinary Paradise ๐บ
Honoluluโs food scene is a vibrant mix of cultures โ hereโs my personal take on 12 spots I tried! (Remember: taste is subjective! ๐) 1. Tonkatsu Ginza Bairin ๐ Super crispy + juicy pork cutlet ๐ Tip: Book ahead! We waited forever without reservations ๐ 2. Island Vintage Coffee โ Famous for aรงaรญ bowls + Hawaiian-inspired brunch ๐ฅฃ Walk-in only โ looong lines! Open 6 AMโ10 PM. 3. Marugame Udon ๐ Fresh udon + crispy tempura ๐ค Cheap + quick turnover (but always busy!) 4. Honolulu Skewer House ๐ข Chinese-style skewers โ smoky, flavorful, and fun! My partnerโs favorite meal in Hawaii! ๐ฅ 5. Hau Tree ๐ด Beachfront dining โ romantic + photogenic ๐ธ Food is delicious but pricey + small portions ๐ธ 6. Tori Ton ๐ก Authentic Japanese izakaya โ tight space! Must book in advance! 7. Carp Dori Yakitori ๐ Great value for yakitori compared to other spots! ๐ข 8. Eating House by Roy Yamaguchi ๐จโ๐ณ Creative fusion dishes โ perfect for a slow, fancy meal ๐ค Not for big appetites โ portions are small! 9. Cheng Du Taste ๐ถ๏ธ Authentic Sichuan cuisine โ spicy and delicious! 10. Monkeypod Kitchen ๐น American fusion โ solid food + good vibes ๐ถ 11. Kirin Restaurant ๐ฅข Cantonese dim sum in Waikiki โ meh ๐ฌ (frozen/reheated items) 12. Gyu-Kaku ๐ฅฉ Japanese BBQ โ fun DIY grilling + quality meat! #HonoluluEats #FoodieGuide #HawaiianFood #TravelEats #EatLikeALocal ๐บ๐ธ