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Orchids

Halekulani Hotel, 2199 Kalia Rd., Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815 (Waikiki)
808-923-2311
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Ranked #15 of 1,549 restaurants in Honolulu
Price range: 5 AUD - 77 AUD
Cuisines: Seafood, Contemporary
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Buffet, After-hours, Dessert
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Neighbourhood: Waikiki
Cross street: Lewers Street
Description: Orchids is Halekulani’s casually elegant open air, oceanfront restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner amidst a myriad of exotic orchids. Innovative culinary creations are inspired throughout the day with the finest and freshest local ingredients. An oceanfront dining experienced unsurpassed in a relaxed, idyllic Waikiki setting. Orchids' Sunday Brunch is legendary and voted "Oahu's Best Brunch" by Honolulu Magazine, patrons and residents alike. TABLE ONE...global cuisine personally conceived for each dinner service, is located in the atrium of Orchids. Celebrating our guests culinary whimsy, this 'restaurant within a restaurant' features One Table. One Chef. One incredible and memorable dining experience. Ask Dining Reservations for more information about this exclusive table.–
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Orinda, California
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50 reviews 50 reviews
43 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

The function room was a truly awful low ceiling affair, while the restaurant itself is tops. Food was okay and the service was tops. Keep your party down so you can be served in the dining room...

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See 3 more reviews by Lacydog for Honolulu
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Excellent service with attentive staff. The scallops were huge, I mean HUGE and very tasty. The ambience lovely and the seating and interior design not overcrowded. A place for a special occasion

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See 4 more reviews by Spacite9 for Honolulu
Bern, Switzerland
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17 reviews 17 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

There is a reason this restaurant is ranked number 15 out of 1,545 in Honolulu; the entire dining experience was truly enjoyable. The setting is picturesque and romantic with an upscale dining room that opens onto a veranda overlooking the beach. The service was informative, polite, attentive and yet not overbearing. The food was simply wonderful; some of the best... More

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Palm Desert, California
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92 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Sitting by the grass overlooking the ocean, soft hawaiin music in the background, impeccable service and absolutely the best in cuisine - getting the picture. This is one of our favorites in the world and one to which we return year after year. You shouldn't miss this.

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See 23 more reviews by RonSlee for Honolulu
Auckland Region, New Zealand
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97 reviews 97 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Our table was under the verandah directly facing the beach. Beautiful setting at sunset. Seafood is excellent. Service and presentation exquisite.Very romantic spot, within sight of the hula dancer and band. Can't wait to go back.

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See 7 more reviews by Lois G for Honolulu
Saskatoon, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Dined here 2 times during our recent visit and saved the second time for our last night in Waikiki as hands down this was my fav restaurant of our trip. The view was lovely and we had a relaxed dining experience both times. They remembered us on our second visit and welcomed us back from the moment we checked in... More

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Sydney, Australia
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30 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

This was without a doubt the best meal of our entire trip. The setting at Orchids is just beautiful and the food and service are impeccable. We enjoyed both breakfast and dinner here and my lobster scrambled eggs were a decadent treat. Just like the Halekulani, the restaurant is elegant and refined and you feel very special just being there.... More

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Los Angeles, California
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27 reviews 27 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

It's hard to find a quiet spot in bustling Waikiki but Orchids is just that.. Food is very good and the service is top notch..

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San Diego, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

A more formal restaurant located in the Halekulani Hotel. I was politely asked to don loaner trousers since I was wearing shorts - standard Waikiki wear that would have been OK most anywhere else. (The dress code is mentioned at the bottom of the Orchids web page, but not on Open Table where I made reservations.) The food was certainly... More

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See 4 more reviews by Dlblackburn87 for Honolulu
San Francisco
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31 reviews 31 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

This restaurant is located right on the beach front facing the ocean, really romantic setting and perfect for a quiet evening away from crazy Waikiki crowds. Aside from the beautiful location, every single item on the menu was ridiculously priced, with prices ranging $50-$90 per main course and $15-$30 for appetizers. However, once food arrives (beautifully presented on a plate),... More

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