Oahu has no shortage of food options. Due to its diverse population and demographics there are tastes for every palate. You can check out our more comprehensive lists, however The Oahu Travel Guides Best Food on Oahu in 2024 was an easy choice.
The 2024 Best Food in Oahu is:
Orchids Sunday Sparking Brunch at the Halekulani Hotel
When choosing our 2024 option we looked at a few things. Taste, Quality, Atmosphere, & Value. Taking every effort to provide an elegant and local experience, Sunday brunch at the Halekulani is the perfect celebration. With live music, ocean front and Diamond Head views, along with world class service.
There is no question the Halekulani is expensive. But we believe the hefty price tag is worth the experience.
How much is Sunday brunch at The Halekulani?
$118 for adults and $61 for children. While steep, brunch items include the carving stations with prime rib, crispy skin Waimanalo raised suckling pig and sage roasted turkey; a shellfish station that includes freshly shucked oysters, snow crab legs, and chilled poached shrimp; an action station sushi bar with made-to-order nigiri sushi and handrolls; and an assortment of fresh poke, sashimi and fresh seafood. Guests can also choose from a variety of salads using locally-grown produce, Japanese breakfast items with soba and ramen stations.
Orchids features classic brunch dishes as well, such as eggs and omelets made to order; eggs Benedict; buttermilk pancakes; Belgian waffles; a selection of freshly baked breads and pastries from the Halekulani Bakery; and the signature Halekulani popovers with poha berry jam.
An array of desserts include the signature Halekulani coconut cake; petit fours; French macarons; seasonal specialty desserts; specialty cheesecakes; cookies; and an ice cream bar with rotating selections of house made ice creams and sorbets, toppings, sauces and custom ice cream sandwiches.
With this enhancement, two glasses of prosecco, mimosas, Kir cocktail or sparkling cider are included. Restaurant patrons are provided with complimentary validated parking.
Even with bubbly included, we recommend a round of The Halekulani Mai Tai. The hotels signature drink, and our 2024 best drink on Oahu.
What is the dress code at the Halekulani?
According to their website: Casual resort attire for breakfast, lunch, brunch and afternoon tea. Elegant resort attire for dinner for women; collared shirt, dress slacks and closed toe shoes for gentlemen. T-shirts, tank tops, beachwear, exercise attire or flip-flops are not permitted.
Do I need reservations for Sunday Brunch at The Halekulani Hotel?
Reservations are highly encouraged. The earlier the better in fact. For popular holidays like Christmas and Mother’s Day reservations can book up to a year in advanced. So book early! Brunch is open Sunday 9:30am-2:30pm with limited seating for large groups.
What to eat at the Halekulani Sunday Brunch:
When it comes down to it, the biggest question we have is what should we eat at Sunday brunch. You can try for everything but with such a large array it can prove challenging. Our favorite menu items are the whole turkey, waffles, and crab legs!
Check out our full list of The Travel Guides 2024 best below:
- Best Food Trucks: Oahu
- Best Food Trucks: Waikiki
- Best Food Trucks: North Shore
- Best Local Food: Oahu
- Best Local Food: Waikiki
- Best Local Food: North Shore
- Best Hawaiian Food: Oahu
- Best Hawaiian Food: Waikiki
- Best Hawaiian Food: North Shore
- Best Food: Oahu
- Best Food: Waikiki
- Best Food: North Shore
- Best Drink: Oahu
- Best Drink: Waikiki
- Best Drink: North Shore
- Best Brunch: Oahu
- Best Brunch: Waikiki
- Best Brunch: North Shore