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Orchids

Halekulani Hotel, 2199 Kalia Rd., Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
808-923-2311
Ranked #16 of 1,277 restaurants in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 174 Reviews
Price range: INR280 - INR4,201
Cuisines: Contemporary, Seafood
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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, 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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Fresno, California
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

We had a truly magnificent meal here. As the restaurant below is being remodeled orchids was relocated to the second floor. We had a gorgeous corner table with open walls on each side to view the ocean. The scallop appetizer was light and delicious and I would definitely order it again. The sommelier was very knowledgeable and passionate. We had... More

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Santa Clara, California
Top Contributor
79 reviews 79 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012 via mobile

Wow, everything about this place was off the charts. The service was impeccable, by far the best service I have received in a long time. The food was exceptional. Having a view of the ocean as we dined was also a nice touch. I am a bit confused as to exactly which restaurant we ate at. I understand we were... More

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Palm Desert, California
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78 reviews 78 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Great spot with a wonderful view and "umbrella" drinks. You will enjoy.

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Brussels, Belgium
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Apart from an outstanding service and excellent cocktails, the food was very good and the restaurant is in the Halekulani, a b.each front hotel in Waikiki, so you are eating over the turquoise waters. beautiful.

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Honolulu, Hawaii
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012 via mobile

My wife and I celebrated our wedding anniversary here and had a fantastic evening. The staff, from the concierge to the waitstaff, were great. The concierge helped ensure a bouquet was placed on the table to surprise my wife (and seemed pleased to be able to help!). The food and view were great as well. Definitely recommend.

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las vegas
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Aloha- we enjoyed a terrific meal last night here- orchids is currently under renovations and it is now residing what used to be La Mer- the view so beautiful and the service was prompt and helpful- I had the goat cheese salad with ginger and enidves and it was great the raisin sundried tomato chutney on it was off the... More

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Calgary
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

A beautiful setting, attentive and helpful waitstaff and beautifully prepared and presented food

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SoCal
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

My hubby and I went here on our honeymoon 20 years ago and could barely afford to eat here. We returned and were pleased to find that the food was still as good as we remembered and the service was impeccable.

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Vancouver, Canada
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

DInner at Orchids is world class. Its usual setting in the hotel is being renovated, so they are using the upstairs area that is normally La Mer. The view of Diamond head and the ocean are spectacular. The tables are nicely spaced so that you do not feel at all squeezed in like a lot of places in Waikiki. The... More

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florida
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

Orchids Halekalani Honolulu always has premier atmosphere. Renovations currently for Orchids restaurants, therefore, dining is at La Mer location upstairs. Lovely. Breakfast is a delight.

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