Step into the vibrant food scene of Honolulu with this Waikiki food tour, a guided walking experience that blends local flavors with island culture. Set near the iconic Diamond Head, this tour explores the diverse culinary influences that shape Honolulu, from native Hawaiian traditions to Asian and global fusion dishes found throughout Waikiki.

Walk through lively streets while sampling a mix of sweet treats, fresh seafood, and unique local specialties that reflect the island’s rich cultural heritage. Along the way, learn how Waikiki evolved into one of Hawaii’s most popular destinations, with stories that connect its history, people, and food. This Honolulu food tour offers a straightforward and immersive way to discover the flavors and culture that make the area so distinct.

Tour Highlights:

• Meet your guide at the King David Kalākaua Statue at the entrance to Waikiki
• Walk through the vibrant and historic center of the neighborhood
• Try a sweet malasada pastry loved by locals and visitors
• Discover a surprise secret dish
• Taste a unique Japanese Hawaiian fusion dish
• Enjoy fresh poke with the catch of the day
• Sample a Mexican fusion comfort dish with cultural roots
• Finish with a refreshing shave ice made with real fruit juice

Sample Tasting Menu:

• Malasada
• Seasonal tacos with Hawaiian comfort foods
• Fresh Poke
• Hawaiian Shave Ice
• Secret Dish

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: All age groups are welcome
• Health limitations: There will be around 45 mins of walking but it is not too difficult and is broken up between food stops. Total distance walking is about one mile. The guide walks at the pace of the tour members, you will never be rushed.

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: Children are welcome and those under the age of 2 are free. Strollers are welcome. 
• Individuals with disabilities: This experience is wheelchair accessible.
• Dietary restrictions: Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, this tour is unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions.
• Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration: Approximately 3 hours
• What’s included: Multiple food tastings featuring local specialties along with guided historical and cultural insights
• Who will be present: You will have a guide with you at all times, as well as up to 12 other guests.
• Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have a ticket
• Photo/ video: You can take your own photos.
• Gratuity: Gratuity is not included but appreciated.

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency: Rain or shine the experience will be running
• Arrival: Plan to arrive 10 to 15 minutes in advance
• Parking: Public street or garage parking is available in the area.
• What to wear: Comfortable walking shoes and weather appropriate clothing
• What to bring:
  • Water bottle recommended
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Phones and cameras are allowed
• Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: No changing rooms but restroom stops may be available during the tour

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 14 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 72 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 72 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.