Dining in Honolulu’s most romantic restaurants is well worth the reservation for most couples looking for a special night out. Set among a backdrop of tropical palm trees and the blue Pacific, Honolulu needs only a good meal and some romance to make the evening complete. Though there are many restaurants to choose from in Honolulu, these are a few of the restaurants that score high on romance and excellent cuisine.
You can plan the perfect, romantic night out with both dinner and entertainment if you choose to take your sweetheart to one of the award winning restaurants at the Halekulani, one of Honolulu’s most luxurious hotels.
La Mer offers guests a romantic, gourmet meal for two, with famed chef, Yves Garnier in the kitchen. Expect a menu rich with unique dinner selections, with fresh seafood dishes, Certified Angus Beef specialties, and delicious desserts.
La Mer is offering a special Valentine’s Romance Dinner for $90 per person this year that offers a gourmet five-course prix-fixe dinner. The dinner hours at La Mer are 5:30 to 10:00 pm Saturday through Monday.
Orchids at the Halekulani, is another award winning restaurant to consider for a romantic dinner for two. Set by the ocean, the tropical breezes will mesmerize your partner as you dine in on of the most beautiful places on earth. Orchids is a AAA Four Diamond Restaurant, recognized for its fine dining. Choices such as Ahi Tartar with Caviar and gourmet sea scallop dishes are on the distinctive menu.
Orchids is also offering a Valentine’s Dinner Package for couples at a $59 per person rate, which includes a special “Just for the Two of You” menu. The dinner is availble with reservations on Saturday through Monday from 6:00 to 10:00 pm on Valentine’s Day weekend.
Couples may enjoy a few cocktails on the Waikiki Beach while visiting Halekulani, while enjoying the entertainment of the traditional Old Hawaii music and hula dancers from 5 o’clock each evening. After dinner entertainment can be found at the Halekulani Lewer’s Lounge, which features light jazz music and comtemporary music beginning at 9:00 each night.
Halekulani is located at 2199 Kalia Road, on the Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, Hawaii. Reservations can be made by calling (800) 923-2311, or by visiting the website at www.halekulani.com
Bali By the Sea offers the romance of a good Asian dinner with views of the Waikiki Beach. Signature dishes make this romantic restaurant a favorite for couples who want a unique Asian-inspired dinner. Bali By the Sea is located at the Hilton Hawaiian Village and offers menu choices that have both an Asian and french flair. The open-air setting is perfect for an early evening dinner to watch the sun set. Mackadamia-Crusted Lamb is a specialty, as well as the restaurant’s own gourmet version of opakapaka (blue snapper).
You can make reservations at Bali By the Sea by calling (808)941-2254.
Romance at a Premier Steakhouse
For couples who are looking for a guaranteed romantic dining experience at one of the nation’s best steakhouses, Morton’s, The Steakhouse, is a great choice. Morton’s offers generous portions of award winning beef selections and fresh fish dishes and lobster. Morton’s is a favorite of guests who are looking for fine dining with exceptional steakhouse menu choices.
Morton’s, The Steakhouse, is located at 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, Hawaii. Reservations are recommended and may be made by calling (808)949-1300.
Sweet Desserts
After you’ve had a romantic dinner, why not take your partner over to Ward Village Shops and try one of the many delicious treats available a la carte at Swirl. There are a variety of sweet temptations at Swirl, including chocolate-dipped strawberries, frozen desserts with 15 different possible toppings, and old fashioned red candy apples. You may want to take a few of these with you for a long walk on the beach or a quiet night in the room.
Swirl is located at the Ward Village Shops and open 10 am-10 pm Sunday through Thursdays, and 10 am to 11 pm on Friday and Saturdays. The local number for Swirl is 589-1818.
Endless Romance in Honolulu
Couples visiting Honolulu will have many dining choices available to create a romantic evening out. The restaurants in this article are all generally more expensive than the casual restaurant choice, but the ambiance and dining experience at all of the restaurants cited are worth a special dinner for two. Don’t miss out on trying some of the fresh seafood dishes in Honolulu, and the noted use of terriyaki sauces.
