




Fish Hook Cafe
About
A Morning Ritual in Kaimuki
Walking into Fish Hook Cafe feels less like stepping into a restaurant and more like dropping by a friend’s kitchen in the heart of the Kaimuki neighborhood. The air carries the sharp, clean scent of freshly brewed Kona coffee mixed with the briny, savory aroma of seared ahi. It is a compact, no-frills space that prioritizes the quality of the plate over oversized decor.
The Catch of the Day
This local favorite is known for elevating island staples into something memorable. Their signature focus remains on utilizing fresh, locally sourced seafood, particularly in their famous ahi poke bowls and grilled fish sandwiches. The fish is consistently buttery, avoiding the heavy-handed seasoning that plagues many tourist-heavy spots in Honolulu. For those stopping by for an early start, the breakfast menu features inventive takes on local comfort food, often incorporating fresh catches into morning scrambles that keep the local crowd coming back on weekdays.
What to Expect
The energy is frantic in a good way; it is a bustling hub for commuters and nearby residents. You might find yourself elbow-to-elbow with regulars during the morning rush, and while seating is efficient, do not expect a sprawling, quiet lounge. Parking in Kaimuki can be a game of patience, so keep an eye out for spots along the side streets nearby. It is an ideal spot for anyone who values a quick, high-quality meal without the fluff of a white-tablecloth establishment. Whether you are grabbing a bite before heading toward Waikiki or looking for a reliable lunch in the city, the simplicity here is exactly the point.
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Location
2045 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815-5118
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Showing 6 of 78 community reviewsAddie BeallGoogle Maps
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Love this place! The guys that run this kitchen are amazing, the food is great and the service is fun and spectacular! You feel like you are in their home. This is in the bottom of the Luana Waikiki and has a small restaurant area but never feels crowded, just like home. We ate here several times and will be back!
Serrina TeranGoogle Maps
Recently
There are not enough words for this place!! We stayed at the Luana Waikiki Hotel that the Fish Hook Cafe is connected to. Both businesses were wonderful! The location of the restaurant was not only very convenient for us, but also so much more than we expected. We did try other places since it was our first trip here, but this was definitely our go to for breakfast. Most mornings I had the Breakfast Croissant and my husband had the Fried Rice Plate both were excellent! We stopped in for lunch one day as well and I had a delicious poke bowl and my husband had the Black Bean Chicken that was also very delicious and marinated perfectly. Besides the food being amazing, the staff was amazing too! Our first morning here we met Ki, he was fantastic and greeted every single person with a smile. We then met John, he was the exact same! They really make an effort to get to know you and why you’re here and remember you. They both gave my husband and I wonderful recommendations for things to do and we tried to do some of their favorite things! We will not forget the genuine connections made with them and their friendship while on our trip! Thank you both for a great start to every day we had here and thank you to the rest of the staff for creating the most delicious food we had the chance to try!! We hope to be back one day and see you all again! Mahalo ☺️ -The Yorks
Christina KellerGoogle Maps
Recently
John was so friendly and kind! He was very helpful with giving us tips on what to order! My husband enjoyed the Poke bowl and I had delicious pork quesadillas! There was also a selection of baked goods. Would definitely recommend.
Audrey HaGoogle Maps
Recently
We've found our favorite local breakfast spot! Very small location so if you want to dine in, get there early. Otherwise they do take out as well. Staff is always friendly and quick to help out. Love the unique breakfast selection from omelettes to waffles and rice bowls. Don't miss out if you're visiting!
C kGoogle Maps
Recently
The food here was way better then expected. I had expected meh hotel food and I was very pleasantly surprised that it wasn't. The food here is yummy. We got the sous vide rib eye, poke sampler and avocado toast 2.0 with lobster. Yum! The owner was there and is super friendly. The poke sampler was awesome.
CWLOUIS LAWGoogle Maps
Recently
Gave Fish Hook Cafe and if was tasty lunch under $20 bucks. Staff were helpful and courteous. Space is a bit tight so not ideal for groups of 6 and more. I had the pork belly bowl and the pork was just soft and aromatic ($13.99 I think). Definitely will visit again.
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