Master chefs create unique cuisines from the island's fresh bounty. Each of Halekulani's restaurants boast spectacular ocean views and yet are distinct from one another. Select from the elegant La Mer for that special occasion, Orchids for casual elegance or House Without A Key for informal dining until sunset.

LA MER
Dining at the elegant oceanfront La Mer is a rich sensory experience of superb taste and impeccable service enhanced by the ever-present sounds of "la mer," or "the sea" of Waikiki. This elegant restaurant is located on the second level of the historic main building. Fresh island ingredients are used in dishes inspired by flavors from the south of France. La Mer's private dining room overlooking the Pacific ocean offers an elegant and private dining experience for up to 16 guests. Menus are pre-selected, with a choice of entrees offered to satisfy individual preference. The award-winning wine list is also available.

The slightly larger semi-private dining room can accommodate up to 22 guests. A prix fixe menu designed by the host and La Mer manager is recommended for larger groups.

ORCHIDS
Orchids, an oceanside restaurant, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a panoramic view of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach. Decorated with a profusion of colorful orchids, creative seafood specialties are presented in a setting which is informally elegant. Orchids' Sunday brunch is legendary and is "Oahu's Best Brunch," according to Honolulu Magazine.

Orchids offers views as spectacular as any you have seen, day or night. The oceanfront setting is accompanied by splendid and creative seafood specialties that include: Ahi Seared Sashimi with Cajun Spices; Steamed Onaga Oriental Style, steamed Ruby Snapper garnished with Shiitake Mushrooms, Ginger, Chinese Parsley, Soy Sauce and Sizzled with Sesame Oil, Island Raised Moi with Hearts of Palm, French Green Beans and Shimeji Mushrooms and more.

HOUSE WITHOUT A KEY
House Without A Key, immortalized in a 1925 Earl Derr Bigger's Charlie Chan novel, is the hotel's popular gathering spot for informal breakfast, lunch, cocktails, appetizers and entertainment. One of the favored traditions of the original Halekulani—sunset cocktails and Hawaiian music under the century-old Kiawe tree—has been preserved here.

Entertainment at House Without a Key
Memorable sunsets at House Without A Key, accompanied by Hawaiian music from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. nightly. "The Islanders" (Monday and Tuesday), the "Aloha Serenaders" (Wednesday and Thursday), "Pookela" (Friday and Saturday), "Paahana" (Sunday). Both former Miss Hawaii, Kanoe Miller and Debbie Nakanelua, complement the music with their graceful hula. Kanoe dances Monday through Saturday and Debbie on Sunday.

LEWERS LOUNGE
Tucked away in the historic Main Building where La Mer and Orchids restaurants are located, Lewers Lounge offers an intimate setting for cocktails or after dinner drinks. Lewers is open nightly from 8:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. with entertainment from 8:30 p.m. to midnight. Sunday through Thursday and 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

Entertainment at Lewers Lounge
Two veteran musicians, Jim Howard on keyboard and Bruce Hamada bass/vocalist, perform contemporary and light jazz Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. Their repertoire is timeless and classic. Each Sunday, Monday and Thrusday, pianist/vocalist Noly Pa'a presents a wide arrangement of popular contemporary songs and showtunes. David Swanson, pianist/vocalist, entertains on Friday and Saturday with smooth jazz melodies and piano tunes. No cover charge.
Veranda/Living Room
Perhaps one of the most elegant activities in Hawaii is afternoon tea in the Veranda located adjacent to the Lewers Lounge. Fine international teas, cakes and pastries are served daily by a gracious tea hostess from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations recommended.

IN ROOM DINING
Sometimes the nicest place to go is no place at all, and Halekulani's In-Room Dining service is the ultimate in relaxed dining. Experience the luxury of lounging on your lanai while enjoying a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice and an omelette in the morning sun, or the fresh catch of the day with wine under the evening moonlight. Our In-Room Dining is available twenty-four hours a day.