Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu
Kapahulu, Honolulu
Restaurant in Honolulu, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Compared with Waikiki's faster casual options, Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu is the better pick when the group wants a seated dinner with an occasion feel. Dinner is the safer choice than weekend-only lunch for celebrations, while Marugame Udon, Mitsuwa Marketplace, Moani Waikīkī, and Shorefyre International Marketplace are stronger alternatives for speed, value, or a livelier night.
About Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu
Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu is a Honolulu option to consider when you want to plan around the basics rather than assumptions. Evening hours are listed daily from 4–9 PM, weekend daytime hours are listed Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM–2 PM, the dress code is smart casual.
Price range, cuisine type, signature dishes, awards, seating style, dietary policies are not detailed here, so the safest way to evaluate the venue is by schedule, dress expectations, fit for your group. If you are comparing choices, Marugame Udon, Mitsuwa Marketplace, Moani Waikīkī, Shorefyre International Marketplace, THE STREET - A Michael Mina Social House are natural names to consider alongside other Honolulu dining.
Evening hours are the easiest part to plan around
For timing, evening hours are listed every day from 4–9 PM. Weekend daytime hours are more limited: Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM–2 PM. That makes weekend daytime plans possible, but the 4–9 PM window is the easier schedule to build around across the full week.
Smart casual dress is the standard here, so plan for something more polished than beachwear without assuming a formal dress requirement. For any specifics beyond the listed hours and dress code, including menu details, dietary accommodations, prices, or service options, check directly with the venue before committing the whole group.
Who should choose this for a Honolulu meal
Choose Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu when the listed schedule and smart casual dress code fit the kind of Honolulu meal you are planning. It is especially easy to plan around the daily 4–9 PM hours.
The main caution is expectation-setting. With no price range, named dishes, awards, cuisine category, or detailed service information provided, the decision should not depend on unconfirmed claims. Compare it with Marugame Udon, Mitsuwa Marketplace, Moani Waikīkī, Shorefyre International Marketplace, THE STREET - A Michael Mina Social House, or other Honolulu dining based on the specific experience your group wants and the most current details from each venue.
Planning details
- Location
- 2330 Kalākaua Ave #322, Honolulu, HI 96815
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- royyamaguchi.com
- Phone
- +18089241849
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Eating House 1849 presents a composed, sophisticated presence in the middle of Waikiki’s commercial bustle. The kitchen leans on the Hawaii Regional Cuisine lineage that Roy Yamaguchi helped define, and the menu-backed seriousness of the cooking frames the dining room as a place for focused meals rather than casual passerby stops. Occupying a third-floor suite inside a mixed-use complex, the restaurant creates an inward-facing atmosphere—it intentionally separates itself from street energy below so guests concentrate on the food and the company at their table.
Best For
This is a place for milestone meals and intentional dining—well suited to special occasions, business dinners and groups who want a polished Waikiki experience. The menu emphasizes chef-driven plates with island provenance, and the space’s interior focus encourages long, attentive meals. Visiting here works best when you plan for an unhurried dinner service and the kind of conversation that matches the kitchen’s ambition, whether you’re entertaining out-of-town guests or marking an evening worth remembering.
Ordering Tips
Highlight the kitchen’s signatures and share across the table: the Build-Your-Own Catch concept, Kampachi Crudo with three types of roe, the Spicy Ahi Roll with truffle kabayaki, Ume-Glazed Pork Belly Bao Buns and the Plantation Paella all appear as menu standouts. Because the restaurant positions itself around Hawaii Regional Cuisine and communal dining, order a few different plates to taste the range of island-influenced flavors and let the table trade dishes for a fuller experience.
Venue details
Ambiance
Easy, relaxed plantation town ambiance with modern culinary sophistication; casual yet refined setting honoring Hawaii's agricultural heritage.
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Experience
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Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Build-Your-Own Catch
- Kampachi Crudo with Three Types of Roe
- Spicy Ahi Roll with Takuan and Truffle Kabayaki Sauce
- Ume-Glazed Pork Belly Bao Buns
- Plantation Paella
Planning details
Location
2330 Kalākaua Ave #322, Honolulu, HI 96815 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If the group wants the easiest casual value nearby, choose Marugame Udon. If the brief is a Waikiki night with more social energy, compare Moani Waikīkī and Shorefyre International Marketplace before committing.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Waikiki
Choose Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu over Marugame Udon when the meal needs to feel like a proper sit-down occasion rather than a quick noodle stop. Marugame Udon is the easier value play for casual Waikiki eating, while Eating House 1849 is the better fit for a date, birthday, or visiting-family dinner where pacing matters.
Mitsuwa Marketplace is better for low-commitment grazing and casual shopping-center dining. THE STREET - A Michael Mina Social House is more of a multi-concept social-hall comparison than a direct dinner substitute, so pick it when variety matters more than committing to one restaurant format.
For a nearby Waikiki cross-shop, Moani Waikīkī and Shorefyre International Marketplace are the practical alternatives. Moani Waikīkī is the better comparison for a social night out, while Shorefyre International Marketplace makes sense when the group wants an easy Waikiki setting and less ceremony around the meal.
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Compare Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Marugame Udon | Honolulu | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Recommended2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #4022025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #7432024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #3722024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #7582023 OAD Casual in North America Recommended |
| THE STREET - A Michael Mina Social House | Urban Honolulu | No published awards |
| Mitsuwa Marketplace | Urban Honolulu | No published awards |
| Moani Waikīkī | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Shorefyre International Marketplace | Honolulu | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary accommodation details are not included here. Check directly with the venue before you go, especially if anyone in the group has a serious allergy or specific dietary requirement.
What should I order at Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu?
Specific dishes are not listed here, so do not plan around a particular menu item from this guide alone. Use the listed schedule instead: hours are listed daily from 4–9 PM, with weekend daytime hours listed Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM–2 PM.
What should I wear to Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu?
The dress code is smart casual. Aim for neat, polished clothing rather than assuming either beach-casual or formal attire.
Is Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu good for a special occasion?
It can be a practical Honolulu choice for an occasion if the daily 4–9 PM schedule and smart casual dress code fit your plans. Specific claims about awards, pricing, cuisine, or signature dishes are not included here, so confirm those details directly if they matter to the occasion.
When is Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu open?
Hours are Monday through Friday from 4–9 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM–2 PM and 4–9 PM.
What are alternatives to Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu in Honolulu?
Other options to compare include Marugame Udon, Mitsuwa Marketplace, THE STREET - A Michael Mina Social House, Moani Waikīkī, and Shorefyre International Marketplace, along with other Honolulu dining. Check current hours and details for each before deciding.
What should a first-timer know about Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi - Waikiki, Oahu?
Start with the basics: the venue is in Honolulu, the dress code is smart casual, hours are listed Monday through Friday from 4–9 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM–2 PM and 4–9 PM. For menu, price, dietary, or service details, confirm directly with the venue.
