These 12 Restaurants In Hawaii Have The Best Seafood EVER
By Megan Shute|Updated on August 17, 2020(Originally published August 03, 2020)
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With more than 10 years of experience as a professional writer, Megan holds a degree in Mass Media from her home state of Minnesota. After college, she chose to trade in her winter boots for slippahs and moved to the beautiful island of Oahu, where she has been living for more than five years. She lives on the west side but is constantly taking mini-road trips across the island and visits the neighboring islands whenever she can getaway. She loves hiking, snorkeling, locally-grown coffee, and finding the best acai bowl on Oahu.
When you call an archipelago surrounded by the Pacific Ocean home, you inevitably become spoiled by the incredible, fresh seafood options available to you. Nowhere else in the country will you find fresher seafood or authentic sushi offerings than right here in the Aloha State and while we love all of the seafood spots we’ve visited, these 12 are some of our all-time favorites — from fancy restaurants nestled along the coast to casual hole-in-the-wall eateries. Though some of these restaurants might be temporarily closed due to COVID-19, they’re all worth an add to your island bucket list.
Though Ono Seafood doesn’t look like much, it is a popular spot among locals and rumor has it that it serves the best poke in Honolulu — and it better be in order to live up to its name! The seafood is fresh and the poke is made-to-order instead of sitting all afternoon in a big container.
With a 4.5 stars on Yelp and more than 3,500 reviews, Mama’s Fish House is definitely doing something right. Maybe it’s the picturesque oceanfront location? Or the incredibly fresh and delicious seafood? It's likely a combination of both — among other factors like the friendly service — that make this spot so popular among tourists and locals alike.
According to Yelp, Da Poke Shack is the top-rated restaurant in America. That’s a pretty high honor for a seaside seafood joint nestled in a condominium complex known for their takeout poke, as well as local specialties and salads. But don't take our word for it — try it for yourself!
This upscale oceanfront restaurant located in the Royal Hawaiian is known for its fresh seafood that is hand-selected daily from the Honolulu Fish Auction and a luxurious atmosphere perfet for a fancy date night or special occasion.
This family-owned counter-service joint serves up the best Hawaiian and American plate lunches, perfect for enjoying on a nearby beach (there are no seats here). Could you ask for anything more than an extensive seafood selection at an affordable price?
This contemporary bistro serves up a variety of new American cuisine — including seafood — using only the freshest ingredients from Maui farms, dairies, and surrounding oceans. Lahaina Grill has been recognized by Honolulu Magazine as Maui’s best restaurant for more than 20 years.
With traditional floor seating, a cool vibe, fresh fish, stellar specialty drinks, and an impressive selection, Banzai Sushi Bar is the best spot on Oahu’s North Shore for sushi.
Admittedly, this spot is both a seafood market/wholesaler and restaurant, though that doesn’t mean you can’t get a killer meal here. From standard Hawaiian fare to gourmet dishes, Sun Dried Specialties is a must-visit while on the Big Island.
This high-end chain serves up the best of Roy Yamaguchi’s Hawaiian fusion cuisine in a contemporary setting. Dishes like Hibachi Salmon, macadamia nut crusted mekajiki, and misoyaki butterfish are sure to have your mouth watering.
This seafood joint serves up Hawaiian fish tacos, sandwiches, pastas and plate lunches at affordable prices in a laid-back, family friendly atmosphere with great service and even better seafood.
Family owned and operated since 1968, Pono Market serves up a variety of seafood plate lunches, as well as manju, musubi, poke, and sushi. There's no better spot for a casual lunch.
For some of the best sushi in Honolulu, head to Sasabune, where you should order the omakase, which consists of approximately a dozen courses of chef-selected fare. Though this forces you to trust the chef, you will not be disappointed.
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Seafood Restaurants In Hawaii
Megan Shute|August 17, 2020
What are the most popular seafood dishes in Hawaii?
While you'll find a little bit of everything in Hawaii when it comes to seafood, the islands are known for some mighty scrumptious shrimp trucks, plenty of poke spots, and delicious mahi mahi, ahi, and lomi lomi salmon. No matter what you order in the Aloha State, though, you can be sure it's as fresh as can be!
What are the best seafood restaurants in Hawaii?
In addition to the seafood restaurants listed above, the islands are home to countless remarkable restaurants that specialize in seafood. Some of the most popular include Nico's at Pier 38, Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar, and 53 By The Sea — and that's just in Honolulu!
What are the best hole-in-the-wall seafood restaurants in Hawaii?
For every high-end restaurant tucked away in one of Hawaii's stunning oceanfront resorts, there is an ultra-casual eatery known for scrumptious food without any pretense. The first restaurant that comes to mind is Giovanni's Shrimp, an off-the-beaten-path food truck on Oahu's north shore that is an absolute icon.
