Indigo
Indigo offers an eclectic mix of cuisine that takes a little sampling from Asia, France and the Mediterranean to create a unique Eurasian sensation. You have your choice of indoor or outdoor dining and the decor is very elegant with high ceilings and art. Indigo has been the recipient of several awards for the best restaurant on Oahu. The dim sum sampler plate is very popular, but the menu also features selections like Mongolian grilled Australian pork chops, wild American white shrimp, salmon filet and duck confit.
Indigo
1121 Nuuanu Ave.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817
(808) 521-2900
indigo-hawaii.com
Vino Italian Tapas
Look to Vino's if you are in Honolulu and in the mood for Italian food. Keep in mind that Vino's is closed from Sunday through Tuesday. You might expect a restaurant with a name like Vino's to have an impressive wine list and Vino's has snagged a number of awards for its wines. The food includes crispy calamari, spicy braised short ribs, truffled macaroni and cheese, and homemade ravioli.
Vino Italian Tapas
500 Ala Moana Blvd. # 6D
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813-4920
(808) 524-8466
vinohawaii.com
3660 on the Rise
3660 on the Rise has won a handful of local and national awards and is recognized as one of the best restaurants in Honolulu. The menu is heavy on regional Hawaiian cuisine, but features a number of eclectic selections. Choices range from simple angus beef steaks to sake glazed filet of butterfish. Other menu highlights include prosicutto stuffed chicken breast, long island duckling, and surf and turf that is as huge as it is expensive.
3660 on the Rise
3660 Waialae Ave.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96816
(808) 737-1177
3660.com
The Willows
This garden restaurant lets you eat outside surrounded by a lush tropical rain forest. The atmosphere is the real draw here and it is one you won't forget. The food is served buffet style and you walk it across the hardwood floors for a most pleasant dining experience. The menu selection fits the surrounding ambiance with traditional Hawaiian fare like Kalua pig, poi, octopus and slow roasted baby back ribs.
The Willows
901 Hausten St.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96826
(808) 952-9200
willowshawaii.com
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