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Known around the world for stunning beaches and the capital city of Honolulu, the island of O‘ahu has much to offer beyond the borders of Waikīkī. Dubbed the Gathering Place, this island has a bit of everything, from scenic outdoor adventures and fun water activities to nightlife and fine dining. Here, you’ll find the winners
From epic outdoor adventures to classic Hawai‘i food, culture and experiences, the Big Island offers a vast and unique canvas for your next vacation. Here, you’ll find the winners from the Best of Hawai‘i Island section. Just click on the category to see the winners in each. Go back to the main Readers’ Choice menu or visit: Best of All
Oʻahu is home to some of the most iconic restaurant establishments in Hawai‘i. As residents and visitors navigate the island, finding an affordable and delicious bite is oh-so satisfying. From hefty plate lunches to Japanese noodle dishes, here are the best cheap eats on Oʻahu, as voted by our readers. 1. Zippy’s Since its opening
Known for its volcanoes and black-sand beaches, the largest of the Hawaiian Islands is also a great place to get away and experience true opulence. Surround yourself in tropical beauty while you soak up the sun from the comfort of one of these luxury hotels—your picks in our 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards. 1. Hilton Waikoloa
Raw seafood salad known as poke (pronounced poh-kay) has been around since ancient Hawaiians feasted on freshly caught fish they seasoned with seaweed, sea salt and kukui nuts. Today, poke can be found throughout the U.S., but when you’re looking for the best poke around, there’s no place like Hawaiʻi. 1. Da Poke Shack
White rice topped with a hamburger patty, sunny eggs and smothered in brown gravy — and you have the loco moco. It’s a humble dish that is about as iconic as they come in Hawaiʻi. From mom-and-pop shops to local chain restaurants, you can always find a place and a reason to dig into a
There were many beloved restaurants in Hawaiʻi—Alan Wong’s Honolulu, 12th Ave Grill, Da Kitchen—that didn’t survive the pandemic. And then there are ones that opened during this unprecedented time, offering unique dishes and focusing on local ingredients in unexpected ways. Here are the Top 5 Best New Restaurants in Hawaiʻi, voted by you, in our 2022
Lahaina once again tops the list of Best Towns in Hawaiʻi, as voted by our readers. And we’re not surprised. This oceanfront town on Maui has everything you could want—restaurants, shops, ocean views and, of course, that laid-back vacay vibe. Here are the Top 5 towns, voted on by HAWAIʻI Magazine readers, that help define
Last year a global pandemic didn’t stop you! Thousands of you voted in our 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards, picking your favorite beaches, restaurants and hotels—even if you couldn’t visit. Well, here’s your chance again to vote for your faves, from malasadas to golf courses to hiking trails. And your efforts may pay off: Fill out
