HNL restaurant for 40th B Day celebration
May 17, 2010, 4:17 pm
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HNL restaurant for 40th B Day celebration
I will be celebrating my 40th birtday in HNL with about ten friends (80% of whom are gay) in 5 weeks. I would like to have a nice dinner at a Waikiki restaurant with a nice oceanview and a good atmosphere. Does anyone have some good recommendations? I am interested in restaurants that serve entrees in the $20 to 40 price range.
A good friend suggested the Orchid restaurant at the Halekulani, but for a group of ten people, they will only let me do a set dinner menu, which did not look all that great.
Thank you very much for everyone's input!
A good friend suggested the Orchid restaurant at the Halekulani, but for a group of ten people, they will only let me do a set dinner menu, which did not look all that great.
Thank you very much for everyone's input!
May 19, 2010, 10:29 am
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I will be celebrating my 40th birtday in HNL with about ten friends (80% of whom are gay) in 5 weeks. I would like to have a nice dinner at a Waikiki restaurant with a nice oceanview and a good atmosphere. Does anyone have some good recommendations? I am interested in restaurants that serve entrees in the $20 to 40 price range.
A good friend suggested the Orchid restaurant at the Halekulani, but for a group of ten people, they will only let me do a set dinner menu, which did not look all that great.
Thank you very much for everyone's input!
A good friend suggested the Orchid restaurant at the Halekulani, but for a group of ten people, they will only let me do a set dinner menu, which did not look all that great.
Thank you very much for everyone's input!
Allan Wong's
are both excellent. . . but not great ocean views.
Orchids is fab. . . but remember that the Halekulani and Orchids has a dress code in the evening. Long pants, shoes, collared shirts and jackets encouraged for men.
Less formal and expensive with great ocean/sunset views -- Duke's at the Outrigger Waikiki or Tiki's Grill - second floor at the Resort Quest.
May 21, 2010, 11:41 am
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Being a Dallas native I have a fondness for Neiman Marcus' Zodiac room. They are great for Birthdays, showers etc. HNL Zodiac has a harbor view. And its alway fun to dine with "The Ladies who Lunch"
May 22, 2010, 9:32 pm
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Roy's (two locations)
Allan Wong's
are both excellent. . . but not great ocean views.
Orchids is fab. . . but remember that the Halekulani and Orchids has a dress code in the evening. Long pants, shoes, collared shirts and jackets encouraged for men.
Less formal and expensive with great ocean/sunset views -- Duke's at the Outrigger Waikiki or Tiki's Grill - second floor at the Resort Quest.
Allan Wong's
are both excellent. . . but not great ocean views.
Orchids is fab. . . but remember that the Halekulani and Orchids has a dress code in the evening. Long pants, shoes, collared shirts and jackets encouraged for men.
Less formal and expensive with great ocean/sunset views -- Duke's at the Outrigger Waikiki or Tiki's Grill - second floor at the Resort Quest.
All of these are excellent suggestions! Personally, I would dress up a bit and go to Orchids. You will definitely enjoy it and be impressed by the excellent food, service, and view.
May 26, 2010, 10:43 am
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I suggest Michel's at the Colony Surf, my favorite. They do suggest making an event reservation for parties of 10 or more, but they do have 5 different menus for group functions. It is a memorable place, very lovely, and has been a ClipperJon fave since my teens (I am 50 now).
http://michelshawaii.com/en/private-parties.html
http://michelshawaii.com/en/private-parties.html
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Jun 3, 2010, 7:36 pm
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+1 regarding Michel's....years ago, Michel's accommodated a group of us (must've been 10+, with about 6-8 of us staying at several Colony Surf condos above the restaurant). It's one of my favorite French restaurants on Oahu.
I would make a reservation just before sunset; and after dinner, a leisurely stroll to Hula's.
I would make a reservation just before sunset; and after dinner, a leisurely stroll to Hula's.
Jun 7, 2010, 4:24 am
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Would highly recommend Roy's Hawaiian Fusion restaurant. Unbeatable service with delicious food. Maybe a little pricey, but well worth the surcharge for a special occasion. Location: 226 Lewers Street (next to Embassy Suites hotel) - see roysrestaurant.com
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Jun 7, 2010, 11:43 am
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Just from HNL, and had dinner there. It was awesome, good food, great wine list, and great service. I would highly recommend it.
Jun 14, 2010, 1:13 am
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There is not a great ocean view, but you have to consider Chai's Island Bistro, truly fantastic food! Also, if you are eating weekdays, go to their website and print out a $25 off coupon. Even without the coupon, the food is moderately priced, not too expensive, and I can't think of anything on the menu which is not fantastic.
Also, for breakfast or lunch, how about The Hukilau Cafe? The food is great, and very inexpensively priced.
"Often mistaken for the fictional cafe in the movie, "50 First Dates," Hukilau Cafe is owned and operated by residents of Laie. This cute eatery is a great place to go for breakfast or lunch. Lots of people with big appetites order the Hungry Hawaiian breakfast or the sweet bread French toast. Sit down or take a local-style plate lunch to go and picnic across the street at Hukilau Beach"
Also, for breakfast or lunch, how about The Hukilau Cafe? The food is great, and very inexpensively priced.
"Often mistaken for the fictional cafe in the movie, "50 First Dates," Hukilau Cafe is owned and operated by residents of Laie. This cute eatery is a great place to go for breakfast or lunch. Lots of people with big appetites order the Hungry Hawaiian breakfast or the sweet bread French toast. Sit down or take a local-style plate lunch to go and picnic across the street at Hukilau Beach"
Jun 14, 2010, 8:27 am
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No ocean view, but I second the call for Alan Wong...
Or - how about something totally out of the box....
Charter one of the sailboats or smaller power yachts for a sunset cruise and arrange for onboard catering. You can anchor off Waikiki beach and have the space and the sunset all to yourselves.
Or - how about something totally out of the box....
Charter one of the sailboats or smaller power yachts for a sunset cruise and arrange for onboard catering. You can anchor off Waikiki beach and have the space and the sunset all to yourselves.