Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort (Part 3 - Food)
Duke's Waikiki
If you're visiting Waikiki and want to enjoy local Hawaiian cuisine with an oceanfront view, Duke's Waikiki should be high on your list. Located right on the beach at the Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort, this laid-back yet lively spot is more than just a restaurant - it's an experience. Named after legendary Hawaiian surfer Duke Kahanamoku, the restaurant honours his spirit with walls adorned in surfing memorabilia and a chill, nostalgic ambiance that pays tribute to old Hawai'i.
As soon as we walked into Duke's, I can feel a friendly, easygoing vibe that instantly puts you at ease. Duke's staff are friendly, quick and genuinely seem to enjoy what they do.
Let's talk about the star of the show - the food. Duke's menu blend fresh island ingredients with traditional Hawaiian and Pacific Rim flavours, and they do great job of keeping it authentic while still approachable for all palates.
We were there for the lunch buffet. I clearly aimed for their galbi and poke. Just eating these two already worth it with the price we paid. Their galbi was amazing, poke was fresh and crumbed prawns were surprisingly delicious too. Having them with some broccoli salad and some sort of pineapple pickles was the best combination on a plate.
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| These are the top items from buffet menu for me personally (maybe this was my 3rd plate already) |
Not part of the buffet menu but so many reviews say that you should get is their hula pie. We were extremely full, so we missed this but apparently, it's that iconic.
Duke's Waikiki might be a bit touristy, but it is popular for a reason. It offers solid local dishes, great drinks and one of the best beachfront dining experiences on O'ahu. Whether you're visiting for the first time or a local treating yourself to a night out, it delivers a genuine taste of aloha with every bite.
Also, if you could grab a table on the patio and you'll be dining with a front-row seat to Waikiki Beach. Come during sunset for a seriously postcard-worthy scene and Diamond Head glowing in the background.
2335 Kalalaua Ave, Honolulu
Lunch for an adult USD 33 (around AUD 50), for a kid USD 17 (around AUD 25.80)
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