When you want to eat at home, these restaurants in Honolulu are the best for takeout.
Carval Cafe offers takeaway and delivery for locals craving the authentic flavors of Italy without leaving the comfort of home. Get a taste of Italy with menu items like crunchy-crusted pizzas, hearty pasta made fresh in-house, antipasti appetizers, and rich Italian desserts. View menu selections and place online orders directly through the website for speedy pickup or delivery. 500 Ala Moana Blvd., #2b, Honolulu, carvalcafe.com
Fusing Korean flavors, Japanese freshness and Hawaiian hospitality, Debu features easy takeout in vibrant Honolulu. Enjoy a signature Yubu rice bowl, all while embodying the genuine aloha spirit of Hawaiian hospitality. 641 Ke’eaumoku St., Ste. #2, Honolulu, debuhawaii.com
Dell’s Kitchen, a takeout eatery and bakery, offers convenient options for visitors and locals on the go. The brainchild of chef Dell Valdez, tapping into years of experience honed at some of Oahu’s top restaurants. His passion for food and knack for creativity shines through in an accessible menu spanning fresh-baked bread to craveable breakfast sandwiches to inventive lunch and dinner plates—ask for the Ahi Katsu. 1110 McCully St., Honolulu, dellskitchenandbakery.com
Overlooking one of Oahu’s most recognizable landmarks, pick up a collection of ready-to-go meals, snacks, drinks and desserts featuring local Aloha taste and style. Grab gourmet takeout like teriyaki steak plate lunch, fresh ‘ahi tuna poke, or the popular egg custard dessert Turtle Cheesecake to share picnics at the beach or your lanai. 3158 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, diamondheadmarket.com
Chef Jon Matsubara, known island-wide for his inventive takes on local cuisine, elevates Hawaiian plate lunch classics through quality ingredients and masterful technique. Offerings like kalbi short ribs, fried whole fish and chicken katsu satisfy cravings without the wait thanks to online ordering and quick takeout service. 2970 E. Manoa Road, Honolulu, feastrestauranthawaii.com
Well-known throughout the community, Hamada’s nondescript building holds a warm gathering place that provides local comfort food with a sense of place, always served with Aloha. Residents and visitors alike relish their popular plate lunches, juicy burgers, fresh poke bowls, and snacks like cracked seed and chocolate-covered mac nuts to unwind after a long day. More than a convenience store, Hamada General Store nourishes its patrons in that signature Hawaiian way. 885 Queen St., Honolulu, hamadageneralstore.com
Delicious barbecue with island flavor brings customers lining up to the counter to enjoy their barbecue classics like kalua pork nachos, chicken katsu sandwiches and rib plates in a casual setting. Easy online ordering and delivery options make it convenient to get your fill of mac salad, chicken wings and sweet potato fries. 2080 S. King St., Honolulu, mamawoo.smartonlineorder.com
Enjoy a flavorful option in the heart of this neighborhood from the acclaimed restaurant Morimoto Asia Waikīkī. The varied menu features dishes like roast duck, grilled miso black cod and famous ishiyaki buri bop, as well as an extensive sushi selection. When dining in your hotel or condo, meals from Chef Morimoto transport your palate across Asia. 2490 Kalākaua Ave., Honolulu, morimotoasiawaikiki.com
MW Restaurant’s ever-evolving menu inspired by the land and sea showcases fine ingredients from Hawai‘i ranches and local farms presented in innovative ways that patrons from kama‘āina to malihini are sure to savor. Give your palate a reprieve and order its Island Style To-Go Bento Boxes or savor chef-driven entrées including Grilled Korean Chicken or Pistachio Mahi along with sides like our Nalo Farms Greens or Sticky Rice. 888 Kapiolani Blvd., Commercial Unit, Ste. 201, Honolulu, mwrestaurant.com
At Nori Bar, you’ll enjoy one of the best sushi handrolls with the freshest seafood from Hawai‘i and Tokyo, fluffy Koshihikari rice, and hella crisp nori. As they say, this isn’t your grandpa’s traditional sushi restaurant, but that doesn’t mean he wouldn’t enjoy our unique take on this iconic Japanese street food. 1000 Auahi St., #130, Honolulu, noribarhawaii.com
This Korean-Hawaiian fusion restaurant located in the vibrant hub of downtown Honolulu greets visitors with warm aloha and the savory scents of Kalbi steak, Korean chicken and Kimchi that drift from their kitchen. But it's their special monthly offerings that tempt locals and visitors alike to experience authentic flavors fused with island style. 1028 Nuuanu Ave., okimshawaii.com
Peace Cafe opened to create peaceful minds through pure, wholesome foods straight from Mother Nature. The small vegan restaurant offers a diverse menu of these natural creations for delicious, ethical and eco-friendly takeout. 2239 S. King St., Honolulu, peacecafehawaii.com
Sunset Texas Barbecue aims to bring authentic barbecue tradition from the Lone Star State straight to the 50th state. Be sure to try the crispy, supple ribs, smoky mesquite wings, and of course, classic sides like creamed corn, collard greens and jalapeño cheese grits. Offering takeout, catering, and patio seating, enjoy a taste of Texas. 443 Cooke St., Honolulu, sunsettxbbq.com
Those eager for flavorful Vietnamese-inspired cuisine will find a feast of dishes like braised honey pork, Pho French Dip banh mi, and aromatic lemongrass chicken platters awash in nuanced spices and seasonal toppings. Those who crave crispy fresh sesame veggie rolls, slurp-worthy bowls of pho, or pork belly buns, are just an order away. 83 N. King St., Honolulu, thepigandthelady.com
Featuring fresh Pacific seafood in Hawai'ian favorites like poke bowls and fish tacos alongside classic local fare such as melt-in-your-mouth kalua pig smoked overnight Hawaiian style in an imu earth oven, lau lau steamed in taro leaves, and haupia, Yama's Fish Market is a tasty, homegrown spot perfect for takeout or delivery in Oahu. 2332 Young St., Honolulu, yamasfishmarket.com
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