The Hawaiian Islands are certainly home to some incredible restaurants, and while the cuisine is certainly important, we’re also obsessed with a killer patio – especially if it features sunset views. From upscale beachfront restaurants located within luxury resorts to charming little garden cafes, you’ll want to lounge on these 15 stunning patios found across the Hawaiian Islands. After all, it’s always patio – or should we say lanai – season in Hawaii.
- House Without A Key, Honolulu
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Mike O./Yelp Located in Waikiki’s Halekulani Hotel, this Hawaiian restaurant serves up breakfast favorites with an island twist, as well as tropical drinks, pupus, and an incredible view of Diamond Head.2199 Kalia Road, Honolulu, HI 96815
- The Mill House, Wailuku
The Mill House/Yelp
Edy L./Yelp Located in Waikapu at the base of the West Maui Mountains is the Maui Tropical Plantation, a beautiful slice of paradise that is home to a restaurant so good, we would travel across the world just to visit. This is the Mill House Restaurant, and the photographs definitely don’t do this place justice.1670 Honoapiilani Hwy #2, Wailuku, HI 96793
- ‘Ulu Ocean Grill & Seafood Lounge, Kailua-Kona
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Ricardo J./Yelp Located within the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, on the Big Island’s Kona Coast, this restaurant clearly has stunning sunset views – but the culinary team also places an emphasis on local cuisine with a regional, seasonal and artisanal philosophy.Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, 72-100 Ka’upulehu Drive, Ka’upulehu-Kona, HI 96740
- Tidepools, Poipu
Tidepools/Yelp
Tidepools/Yelp Located in the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa, Tidepools serves upscale Hawaiian cuisine in open-air thatch huts overlooking a picturesque lagoon.1571 Poipu Road, Koloa, HI 96756
- Kahumana Cafe, Waianae
Kahumana Organic Farm & Cafe/Website
Cindy P./Yelp Part restaurant and cafe, part organic farm, part community sourced agriculture headquarters, and part group and homeless shelter, there is no place like Kahumana in the world – let alone Hawaii. 86-660 Lualualei Homestead Road, Waianae, HI 96792
- Merriman’s, Kapalua
Julie L./Yelp
Terry M./Yelp Yelp reviewers agree that the four dollar sign designation is accurate – but the food, view, and experience is worth every penny. Serving up incredible seafood dishes, mai tais and mouth-watering desserts, Merriman’s has got it all in terms of food in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Oh, and the sunsets are absolutely magical.1 Bay Club Place, Lahaina, HI 96761
- Holuakoa Gardens and Cafe, Holualoa
Nicole R./Yelp
Kurt R./Yelp Serving up organic, farm-to-table meals and specialty coffee drinks, this cafe proves that you don’t need to be on the beach to be surrounded by paradise.76-5900 Old Government Road, Holualoa, HI 96725
- Keoki’s Paradise, Koloa
Keoki’s Paradise/Yelp
Keoki’s Paradise/Yelp This Kauai tiki bar may feel kitschy, but it is a neighborhood favorite for classic Hawaiian cocktails, seafood, and a gorgeous setting.2360 Kiahuna Plantation Drive, Koloa, HI 96756
- Duke’s Canoe Club, Honolulu
Duke’s Waikiki/Facebook For incredible views of Diamond Head and the Pacific Ocean in a casual, Hawaiian eatery with delicious food, look no further than Duke’s Canoe Club, a well-known tourist hangout.Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort, 2335 Kalakaua Ave #116, Honolulu, HI 96815
- Kimo’s Restaurant, Lahaina
Kimo’s Maui/Yelp
Kimo’s Maui/Yelp This relaxed seafood joint serves up mouthwatering seafood, prime rib, and Hula Pie with a side of jaw-dropping harbor views. If you are planning a trip to this seafood/steak restaurant for sunset, be sure to make a reservation for prime seating.845 Front Street, Lahaina, HI 96761
- Brown’s Beach House, Kohala Coast
Kevin R./Yelp
Brown’s Beach House/Yelp A luxurious, open-air beachfront destination on Hawaii Island’s Kohala Coast, Brown’s Beach House is known for their romantic setting and farm-to-table meals.Address: 1 N Kaniku Dr, Waimea, HI 96743
- Nico’s Pier 38, Honolulu
Staci D./Yelp
Nico’s Pier 38/Facebook This Honolulu restaurant offers up unique views of the harbor and serves up some of the freshest fish around.1129 N Nimitz Highway, Honolulu, HI 96817
- Hula Grill, Ka’anapali
Hula Grill Kaanapali/Yelp
Hula Grill Kaanapali/Yelp This beachside eatery on Maui is a casual hub for tropical drinks, pupus, fish tacos, live music, and some stellar people watching.2435 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina, HI 96761
- Lava Lava Beach Club, Kapa’a
Jeong P./Yelp
Zoe W./Yelp Located at the newly-renovated Kauai Shores Hotel in Kapaa, Lava Lava Beach Club is the only “toes in the sand” restaurant you’ll find in Hawaii. Serving up Hawaiian-inspired fare, there’s little better than enjoying dinner on this unconventional patio.420 Papaloa Road, Kapaa, HI 96746
- Huggo’s Restaurant, Kailua-Kona
Amie B./Yelp
Jennifer O./Yelp This scenic waterfront eatery is open for breakfast and dinner, and serves up mouthwatering seafood steak and pasta in a tiki-themed establishment with live entertainment.75-5828 Kahakai Road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
So, tell us, which Hawaiian restaurant features your favorite patio?
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Mike O./Yelp
Located in Waikiki’s Halekulani Hotel, this Hawaiian restaurant serves up breakfast favorites with an island twist, as well as tropical drinks, pupus, and an incredible view of Diamond Head.2199 Kalia Road, Honolulu, HI 96815
The Mill House/Yelp
Edy L./Yelp
Located in Waikapu at the base of the West Maui Mountains is the Maui Tropical Plantation, a beautiful slice of paradise that is home to a restaurant so good, we would travel across the world just to visit. This is the Mill House Restaurant, and the photographs definitely don’t do this place justice.1670 Honoapiilani Hwy #2, Wailuku, HI 96793
Jim D./Yelp
Ricardo J./Yelp
Located within the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, on the Big Island’s Kona Coast, this restaurant clearly has stunning sunset views – but the culinary team also places an emphasis on local cuisine with a regional, seasonal and artisanal philosophy.Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, 72-100 Ka’upulehu Drive, Ka’upulehu-Kona, HI 96740
Tidepools/Yelp
Located in the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa, Tidepools serves upscale Hawaiian cuisine in open-air thatch huts overlooking a picturesque lagoon.1571 Poipu Road, Koloa, HI 96756
Kahumana Organic Farm & Cafe/Website
Cindy P./Yelp
Part restaurant and cafe, part organic farm, part community sourced agriculture headquarters, and part group and homeless shelter, there is no place like Kahumana in the world – let alone Hawaii. 86-660 Lualualei Homestead Road, Waianae, HI 96792
Julie L./Yelp
Terry M./Yelp
Yelp reviewers agree that the four dollar sign designation is accurate – but the food, view, and experience is worth every penny. Serving up incredible seafood dishes, mai tais and mouth-watering desserts, Merriman’s has got it all in terms of food in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Oh, and the sunsets are absolutely magical.1 Bay Club Place, Lahaina, HI 96761
Nicole R./Yelp
Kurt R./Yelp
Serving up organic, farm-to-table meals and specialty coffee drinks, this cafe proves that you don’t need to be on the beach to be surrounded by paradise.76-5900 Old Government Road, Holualoa, HI 96725
Keoki’s Paradise/Yelp
This Kauai tiki bar may feel kitschy, but it is a neighborhood favorite for classic Hawaiian cocktails, seafood, and a gorgeous setting.2360 Kiahuna Plantation Drive, Koloa, HI 96756
Duke’s Waikiki/Facebook
For incredible views of Diamond Head and the Pacific Ocean in a casual, Hawaiian eatery with delicious food, look no further than Duke’s Canoe Club, a well-known tourist hangout.Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort, 2335 Kalakaua Ave #116, Honolulu, HI 96815
Kimo’s Maui/Yelp
This relaxed seafood joint serves up mouthwatering seafood, prime rib, and Hula Pie with a side of jaw-dropping harbor views. If you are planning a trip to this seafood/steak restaurant for sunset, be sure to make a reservation for prime seating.845 Front Street, Lahaina, HI 96761
Kevin R./Yelp
Brown’s Beach House/Yelp
A luxurious, open-air beachfront destination on Hawaii Island’s Kohala Coast, Brown’s Beach House is known for their romantic setting and farm-to-table meals.Address: 1 N Kaniku Dr, Waimea, HI 96743
Staci D./Yelp
Nico’s Pier 38/Facebook
This Honolulu restaurant offers up unique views of the harbor and serves up some of the freshest fish around.1129 N Nimitz Highway, Honolulu, HI 96817
Hula Grill Kaanapali/Yelp
This beachside eatery on Maui is a casual hub for tropical drinks, pupus, fish tacos, live music, and some stellar people watching.2435 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina, HI 96761
Jeong P./Yelp
Zoe W./Yelp
Located at the newly-renovated Kauai Shores Hotel in Kapaa, Lava Lava Beach Club is the only “toes in the sand” restaurant you’ll find in Hawaii. Serving up Hawaiian-inspired fare, there’s little better than enjoying dinner on this unconventional patio.420 Papaloa Road, Kapaa, HI 96746
Amie B./Yelp
Jennifer O./Yelp
This scenic waterfront eatery is open for breakfast and dinner, and serves up mouthwatering seafood steak and pasta in a tiki-themed establishment with live entertainment.75-5828 Kahakai Road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
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