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Morimoto Asia

Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto's Waikiki outpost is the rare destination restaurant inside a luxury hotel (The Modern) that earns its tourist pricing.

By Winston · Visited 2026-05-15 · Published 2026-05-24
9.0/10
The best toro in Hawaii and the rare big-name chef restaurant that doesn't coast on its name.
Address
2552 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Neighborhood
Waikiki Beach
Price
$$$
Cuisine
Japanese · Asian Fusion
Phone
+1 808 922 0022
Email
Website

Highlights

  • Toro tartare with caviar — the dish to order
  • Omakase from Chef Jun at the bar (book this seat)
  • Hokkaido uni, not California — pay attention to provenance
  • Wagyu ishiyaki: theater + flavor + the best beef in the room
  • Sunset reservation: floor-to-ceiling glass faces the marina

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