Embassy Suites Hotel

201 Beachwalk St
Honolulu, HI 96815

Just J. writes: The Embassy Suites Beach Walk was home to our 17 vacationing friends last week.  We took up 2 2-bedroom/2-bath suites which were configured with 2 bedrooms each with 1 king bed and separate bath as well as a fold-out couch in the living room.  One…

ABC Stores

2432 Koa Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

stephanie r. writes: I love all the ABC stores on all the Hawaiian islands, but this is the one I tend to frequent when I'm in Waikiki Beach.  It has everything I need without all the mobs of tourists you find at the locations closer to the touristy mega-hotels. You can…

Williams Sonoma Inc

1450 Ala Moana Blvd Ste 2220
Honolulu, HI 96814

mako h. writes: selection is great for the aspiring chef (or in my case wanna be)
minus 1 big star for the girl who wouldn't, couldn't, shouldn't help anyone,,,, almost have to give her credit for looking like she was busy by doing absolutely nothing, sigh hard to…

Buk Chang Dong Soon Do Bu

1518 Makaloa St
#B
Honolulu, HI 96814

Y C. writes: This is a small hole in the wall on Makaloa St. Across from Wal-greens. Their specialty is soft tofu stew (soon doo boo chi-gye) made with different ingredients, as well as other K-food items.

The decor is minimal - just a few tables and chairs - and…

Diesel USA

1450 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

sky i. writes: I figured my streak of consecutive 5 star ratings of businesses had to end sometime...oh well. I love the style of Diesel, but it's so dang over priced. I always wait for a sale, or better yet, see if a friend can get an employee discount for me.

Fiore Natural Italian Yogurt

801 Kaheka Street
Honolulu, HI 96814

young i. writes: Yogurt here is tart, smooth and flavorful. It's a shame I can't put as many toppings as I want and pay by the ounce like at Yogurtland.

Zippy's Restaurant

1450 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

Kyra R. writes: Zippy's Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and a  fourth meal...Love it! Chili and rice is a must and if you want a variety...get a zip pac (spam, chicken, mahi mahi, beef teri & rice)...so good! We come to this location because its at the mall. Zippys +…

Don Quijote

801 Kaheka St
Honolulu, HI 96814

Brad P. writes: I went here on a recent visit to Honolulu as coming to this location has become a bit of a ritual for me when I visit from the mainland.  I go next door for steamed manapua at U Choice In, and then come in to this store, which used to be the Daiei,…

Verizon Wireless

1440 Kapiolani Blvd
Ste 100
Honolulu, HI 96814

colleen l. writes: Called this store after I realized I forgot my cell phone recharger @ home. I'm here on vacation (family reunion). Matt, who answered the phone put me on a hold for just a minute. He looked it up, no home rechargers in stock. He found rapid car…

Old Navy

1450 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

Asinia A. writes: For some reason this Old navy (at Ala Moana Mall) is my favorite. Whenever I am in hawaii I visit this chain store. Because hawaii is always hot you can find summer clothes here year round. I am usually here in the winter months so I end up just…

L&L Drive Inn

710 Keeaumoku St
inside Wal-Mart
Honolulu, HI 96814

Ashley F. writes: This was the first L&L that I had ever been to. I was a bit scared off by what I knew of the ways of Spam and the fact that it is inside a Walmart but one day I broke down and tried it. While working at HMSA, I would alternate between here, the Sam's…

Ala Moana Hotel

410 Atkinson Dr
Honolulu, HI 96814

stephanie r. writes: I haven't stayed here since they have renovated their rooms, but I stayed here on many an occasion prior to that.  I would say at least a total of 100 days, if not more.  My company used to put us up here until co-workers began to complain about the…

The Stupid Factory

Ala Moana Center
1450 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

Anita L. writes: You might think I have a warped sense of humor, maybe you don't. But when we were strolling along Ala Moana Center, we chanced upon this shop and I couldn't resist walking in. It sells mini/baby tees, pajamas, baby's onesies and much much more. The…

Cappucinos Cafe

320 Lewers Street
Honolulu, HI 96815

Joshua C. writes: A great little Waikiki find on the bottom floor of the boutique Waikiki Joy Hotel. Admittedly I haven't been back in a few years though (ever since I moved out of town).

Here you can get coffee, drinks, food, and dessert.

Writing this reminded me that…

Kahuna Stones

2405 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815

David D. writes: The Kahuna Stones are a monument I visit every time I stay in Waikiki.  

Also known as the Wizard Stones or the Kapaemahu Healer's Stones.  

They are in a little pen on the beach between the police station and the surfer school.  Massive, several-ton…

ABC Store

Every Block
Honolulu, HI 96815

Carly J. writes: With it thrown in your face every bolck, how can you not love the ABC Store? One stop shop!

Choi's Garden

International Market Place food court
2330 Kalakaua Ave Ste 200
Honolulu, HI 96815

Olivia D. writes: After eating at this stall in the International Market Place food court, you will never eat at a Yummy's again. In fact, Yummy's is just across the way in the food court and they never do as much business as this place.

This IS Waikiki, so expect to…

Aqua Palms at Waikiki

1850 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96815

NiKKi N. writes: This was my second stay at Aqua Palms at Waikiki and I have no complaints. It is located across the street from the Hilton Hawaiian Village and the beach is easily accessible.  It's newly renovated and spa services are available.The staff was very…

Waikiki Surf Lessons

Honolulu, HI 96815

Anthony B. writes: Jenny is awesome!  I thought surfing was going to be a pain in the butt to learn, but after 1 hour with Jenny I was ready for the North Shore, too bad its not winter, I would've been tearing it up.

If your headed to O'ahu and are interested in a…

Ono Cheese Steak

1102 Bishop St
Honolulu, HI 96815

Anita L. writes: Want a 'Philly" cheese steak? Well, ya got Ono cheese steak instead! It's Hawaii's version of the Philly cheese steak and it's definitely ono. The portion isn't as huge as what a real Philly cheese steak is all about, and neither is it as greasy.…

Waikiki Shell

2805 Monsarrat Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Keane L. writes: A chill place to watch a concert. The lawn area is particularly inviting.

The area is getting better, but I still have the fear that I'll get molested by a fat, grumpy ol' tita...

Ocean Tower Hotel at Waikiki Beach

129 Paoakalani Pl
Honolulu, HI 96815

Johanan L. writes: It's hard to beat the location with this Hotel especially for the price.  Yes, the rooms have a bit of a retro feel to it, but you go to Hawaii to relax on the beach, not stay in your room.

Parking is sparse, and if you rent an over-sized vehicle,…

The Red Lion

2424 Kalakaua Ave
Waikiki, HI 96815

Janelle T. writes: Not a bad spot to hang out.  I was here on a Friday night and the place got pretty crowded.  The band sucked, but hey, that's just my opinion and I'm sure they have better bands on other occassions.  Drinks aren't cheap, but you're in Waikiki, so…

Yummy Korean Bar-B-Q

2330 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

lorree s. writes: This is inside the International Market food court.

I love Bi Bim Bap. Thanks to this place, I was able to enjoy it.

The staff here aren't exactly friendly, but really, it's a counter along a line of food booths. All I need is some good food. You…

Gyoza No Ohsho

131 Kaiulani Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Olivia D. writes: We love to eat ramen, but were getting so sick of eating at the same old places. Then I found these reviews for Gyoza No Ohsho on Yelp! We immediately went to try it out. We loved that they offered different types of ramen from the norm, and this is…

Ocean Resort Hotel Waikiki

175 Paoakalani Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Miki W. writes: Best hotel to stay at when you are on a budget. Usually online prices are under $100 and its less the a 2 min walk to the beach. Its near the end of Waikiki strip but everything is close by. Hotel rooms are clean but a little worn down. But who…

Torito's Mexican Food

2330 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Kimo K. writes: Been going to toritos for years. although it is not authentic, (no one for the most part knows what da hell authentic mexican food is in amerikkka) It is delishioso. and you do know what that is. I do miss the other half of my ritual; big taco plate,…

Ocean Terrace

Sheraton Waikiki
2255 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Kristina R. writes: Holy mother.  This place can't possibly be serious.  Is Ashton Kutcher punking me?  How much food can one person be asked to eat?  This was like a double dog dare.  Sick!

There was a mix up with our reservations, which put a cloud over our Christmas…

Musashi Restaurant

2424 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Jimmy N. writes: If you like Sushi, I think you will love Musashi. The raw fish is unbelievably fresh and the Sushi Chef gives you great portions. By this, I mean that you get more fish than rice. If you know what I mean.

If the Sushi Bar is not your cup of tea, you…

Na Ho'ola

2424 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815

Kristen S. writes: Not worth the national ratings it seems to get. I wouldn't come here again based on the fact that there are better spas in Waikiki.

I had the 50 minute Hawaiian lomi-lomi massage. Service was pushy with products, massage therapist was very negative,…

The Monkey Bar

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort & Spa
2424 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

kainanny c. writes: No, no monkeys at the monkey bar. You can only imagine my disappointment when I find that the only thing affiliated with a monkey is the monkey dance the creepy guy is doing in the corner. Despite its lack of real monkeys, being the reincarnation of…

Top of Waikiki

2270 Kalakaua Ave
Ste 1800
Honolulu, HI 96815

K. L. writes: My first impression of Top of Waikiki was that it reminded me alot of the Equinox (SF-Hyatt Embarcadero) back home.I was sad to hear the closing of the Equinox,I grew up with lots of fond memories of the Equinox...you will be missed.
Not only because…

24 Hour Fitness

2490 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

.elin f. writes: It's 8pm in Waikiki and you've just been evicted from the hotel room because it's bed time for the nephews. What do you do?

A) Head down to the hotel lobby and try to snag one of the complimentary guest computers. It's been a few days since you've…

Food Pantry Ltd

2370 Kuhio Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

JeFF T. writes: The closest place to being a 'super-market' by Waikiki.  Great when you need that certain ingredient that ABC can't supply in their limited touristy offerings.  Buy your water and beer here and save some money for other things.  If you're staying in…

Paul Brown's Spa Olakino Salon

2552 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815

CINDY K. writes: A lovely spa with a wide variety of services available: salon hair/beauty services, massage, skin care treatments, all available "a la carte" so to speak.
I desperately needed a relaxing massage to soothe the muscles I abused while surfing at Waikiki…

Lewers Lounge

2199 Kalia Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815

Joshua C. writes: The Lewers Lounge is strangely connected to me learning a few seemingly random life lessons:

Lesson One: Don't Run Yellow Lights When Your Friends are Trying to Follow (They End up Running Reds)

Our usually (not this time) erudite friend decided to…

House Without A Key

2199 Kalia Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815

Kristina R. writes: A tad on the overpriced side, but you are treated to a lovely live performance and, on occasion, some impromptu hula dancing.  You really can't beat it.

The food is what I'd call "resort," which is basically safe, good, familiar food with a trendy…