The 15 Best Food Experiences on Oahu

1.Oahu Catamaran Waikiki Sunset on 40 Foot Catamaran: Food and BYOB

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 836 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $44Our pick

Board a 40-foot catamaran near Ala Moana Harbor for a two-hour evening sail past Diamond Head and Waikiki. Expect light appetizers, refreshments, and BYOB for adults 21 and over. Captains and crew members such as Krash, Shannon, and Lucy have been praised for a relaxed, attentive style. Wildlife and fireworks are possible, but never guaranteed.

“The sunset cruise was well worth it. Captain Krash did a wonderful job navigating and narrating along the way, and Holly was on top of her game, making sure everyone had a great time.”

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2.Hawaii Off The Beaten Path Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 665 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $150

Spend about three hours walking through Honolulu’s Chinatown and nearby streets with a local guide such as Victor or TJ. Expect generous tastings of Filipino, Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and Hawaiian food, fresh tropical fruit, and stories about the island’s many culinary influences. Hotel pickup is offered in Waikiki and Honolulu; some stops involve eating while standing.

“This food tour was hosted by two locals that are so personable and proud of the Chinatown markets. You get WAY more food than you can possibly eat and they provide containers to take your extras back with you. Wonderful tour that you won't be disappointed with. Fascinating to see food vendors doing their everyday business!! Highly recommend.”

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3.Sights & Bites Ultimate Oahu Circle Island Foodie Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 492 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Spend about seven hours circling Oahu with an English-speaking guide, coastal photo stops, a Leonard’s malasada, local samples, and a North Shore lunch stop at your own expense. You’ll see Hanauma Bay, Makapu‘u Point, Mokoli‘i Island, and Dole Plantation. Pickup is available at select Honolulu hotels, and guides such as Aunty Mary, Cy, and Shelly have been praised for their island stories and humor.

“Shelley was such a great tour guide! The tour was exactly as advertised! Got to hit up everything from 7-3p. The dole plantation was extremely crowded which was a disappointment. I traveled with 3 kids on this tour and it was great!!”

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4.Oahu in a Day: Waterfall – Food Trucks – Lookouts – Small Crowds

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 475 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $179

Travel from Waikiki around Oahu with a driver and photography guide, stopping at Waimea Valley and waterfall, Haleiwa, Kahuku food trucks, Byodo-In Temple and scenic coastal lookouts. The day begins around 7 a.m. and lasts about 10 hours. Guides including Mac, Chris, Emily, Andrew and Kurt have led tours, with photography tips and shared pictures often part of the experience.

“Chris, our tour guide, was the highlight of this tour. He is like a big brother we never had. He didn't have to take excellent and fun pictures for all us in the tour but he did it with genuine fun and generosity. He even bought and treated us MALASADAS special doughnuts. He was a tour guide that never ran out of fun energy. Oh I forgot to mention. This tour is something I will forever remember.”

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5.Hawaiian Food Tour by Bike in Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 206 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $189

Meet guide Kelly in central Waikiki for a four to five-hour food and bike tour through Honolulu neighborhoods and parks. Ride about seven miles, with five or six stops for tastes such as poke, fish tacos, malasadas, and shaved ice. Bikes, helmets, water, lunch, and food tastings are included.

“First, the technology - superb. We were given maps and images showing exactly where to meet. We sent a text asking for assistance with finding parking, and we received prompt and accurate guidance. The boom boxes on the handlebars were great. Second, the bikes - beautiful. Most importantly, Kelly was a fabulous guide, very passionate about the efforts made by the local food community to stay in business. The food itself was great. There is no better way to sightsee than on a bicycle! Carl and Cindy”

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6.Oahu Sights and Bites Circle Island Foodie Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 166 reviews · 8h 30m · from $156

Spend 8.5 hours circling Oahu from Waikiki, with coastal viewpoints, a poi donut from Kamehameha Bakery, macadamia farm samples, shrimp-truck lunch and a Dole Plantation visit. English-speaking guides such as Shelly and Auntie Mary have led the tour, though your guide may differ. It is a scenic sampler, with brief stops rather than time for hikes or long beach visits.

“Aunty Mary was a wonderful guide and host, sharing her experience and wisdom and humour with her guests. Maholo Aunty”

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7.Oahu’s Top Hawaiian Food & Scenic Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $159

Spend about six and a half hours tasting local food and seeing Oahu’s southeast coast, from Diamond Head and Halona Blowhole to Waimanalo Beach and Nuʻuanu Pali. Malasadas, Kona coffee, shrimp, Hawaiian food samples, chocolate, and shave ice are included. The group is capped at seven; guides named for this tour include Emily, Mac, Andrew, Alex, and Chris.

“the entire tour was amazing. We enjoyed both the attractions and food. We would definitely book again”

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8.Beaches, Food & Aloha: Private Oahu Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.)

Spend 6 to 7 hours touring Oahu with a private guide and round-trip Waikiki hotel transport. Choose from more than 30 sights, from Kaimana Beach and Halona Blowhole to North Shore surf breaks, shrimp trucks and Honolulu landmarks. Guides such as Sierra, Jenny and Cameron have led tours with flexible pacing and local history. Lunch costs extra.

“Tyler was very knowledgeable and ready to incorporate any extra sights we wanted to see. Had a lovely day.”

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9.Da Local’s Food Tour of Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $150

Da Local’s Food Tour visits four Honolulu-area food stops in about three hours, with hotel pickup in Waikiki and Honolulu. Expect pastries, poke, garlic shrimp, and shave ice, plus local history from guides such as Victor or Elless. Food is often shared, and most eating is outdoors, so arrive hungry and ready for an informal meal.

“Since just two of us were touring, our guide personalized part of our tour. Because we had already tasted the garlic shrimp, he took us to a quaint little market for an excellent Hawaiian lunch instead. We had huge samplings of many foods, most of which were very good. It was an enjoyable morning of tastings.”

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10.We Go Eat: Secret Aloha Bites Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $229

Join Secret Hawaii Tours for a three-hour Honolulu food outing with a local guide, snacks, lunch, drinks, and stories about Oahu’s food and culture. The route can include Chinatown manapuas, local eateries, and a Foodland stop. Past guides have included Lanai, Matt, and Travis. Pickup is offered, and groups are capped at 11.

“Lanai gave us a personal tour to local Hawaiian and Hawaiian-style restaurants that we would never find on our own. It was an awesome experience, not only for the great food but for his historical insights on the origins of the different dishes. It was the high point of our trip. As a bonus he gave us a list of numerous other local eateries that we an explore in future Oahu trips.”

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11.Downtown Honolulu Food Tour with 5 Local Favorites Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $107

Spend about three hours walking Waikiki with a local guide and tasting five island favorites, from malasadas and poke to shave ice and a surprise dish. Stops include the King David Kalākaua statue, Fort DeRussy and the Royal Hawaiian. Guides such as Stella and Phyo Phyo have led the tour, which ends near the International Market Place.

“Stella was extremely knowledgeable about both the history of the island and food.. She introduced me to food and places I would never have found on my own. I give Stella and the tour two unequivocal thumbs up.”

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12.Oahu Island Sightseeing and Food Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $189

Spend 8 to 9 hours circling Oahu from Waikiki, with coastal viewpoints, Byodo-In Temple, Kahuku garlic shrimp and stops for malasadas, macadamia nuts, coffee and Dole Whip. Groups are capped at 24, and hotel pickup is offered at select Waikiki locations. Guides named in past tours include Tyler, JP, Bill and Naser.

“My family and I had an amazing experience! Tyler was outstanding. He was very knowledgeable and helpful about various things to see and learn about Oahu. He also added lots of humor to a day filled with new experiences.”

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13.Shared Food & Waterfall Tour in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring Oahu’s North Shore with a guide, from Waialua coffee and chocolate to macadamia nuts, Waimea Falls, Haleiwa food trucks and Hawaiian rum. Hotel pickup is offered, and guides including Kelly and Yianni have led past tours. Snacks and alcoholic drinks are included, but lunch is not.

“We had a great time and a good experience. The group was small and we managed to see a lot. Overall, we would recommend this highly.”

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14.Honolulu’s Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $129

Walk the Monsarrat Avenue area below Diamond Head with a guide such as Max or Nalu, stopping at local eateries for lunch-size tastings. Past tours have included tacos, sushi, fried chicken, smoothies, and dessert. The group is capped at 12, and the route stays within a few blocks.

“This was a fun tour I was happy to see one here i do think it could have use more options for food. But thw tour guide did say that it was new. Excited to see it again in Jan.”

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15.Full-Day Guided Hawaiian Food and Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · from $160

Sample malasada, Hawaiian coffee, shrimp, poke, traditional dishes, and shave ice while a guide takes you to Oahu viewpoints and a Kailua chocolate factory. The group is limited to seven, and past tours have been led by guides including Emily, Andrew, and Malcolm. Food is included, but water is not.

“Emily was an awesome tour guide. Very personable. We ate great food. Saw amazing views of Oahu. Took pictures! And learned so much about the island! I loved it!”

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