Empire Steak House Hawaii
Waikiki, Honolulu
Restaurant in Honolulu, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Empire Steak House Hawaii is a practical pick for a planned dinner near Ala Moana when the group wants a familiar upscale steakhouse-style format rather than a tasting-menu experiment. Booking difficulty is easy, so it works well as a lower-friction special-occasion option in Honolulu, especially for couples, business dinners, or mixed-age groups.
About Empire Steak House Hawaii
Empire Steak House Hawaii is a Honolulu dinner option with a simple planning profile: it is open daily from 4–10 PM and lists a smart casual dress code. Plan around the evening hours and confirm any special requirements directly before you go.
The clearest use case is an evening dinner plan in Honolulu. Because the hours begin at 4 PM every day, this is not a lunch stop. If you are building a wider itinerary, compare the timing and dress expectations with other Honolulu dining options rather than assuming daytime availability or a particular menu format.
Plan it for dinner in Honolulu, not for a lunch plan
Empire Steak House Hawaii is open Monday through Sunday from 4–10 PM. That daily evening schedule makes it direct to place in a dinner itinerary, but it does not support a lunch plan. Smart casual dress is listed, so plan for neat evening attire.
Use the confirmed details as your anchor: Honolulu, daily 4–10 PM hours, smart casual dress. For a broader planning pass, Our full Honolulu restaurants guide is the better starting point if the dinner is part of a longer trip.
Who should cross-shop before committing
If you are comparing dinner options in Honolulu, consider Empire Steak House Hawaii alongside 100 Sails Restaurant & Bar, GOOFY Cafe & Dine, Katsumidori Sushi Tokyo, San Paolo Pizzeria, The Grove Restaurant & Bar. Specific menu formats, pricing, service details can vary, so use each venue's current information to decide which one best fits your group, timing, preferred level of formality.
Planning details
- Location
- 1777 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96815
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- empiresteakhousehawaii.com
- Phone
- +18087773100
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Empire Steak House Hawaii positions itself in the middle ground between two steakhouse traditions: the old-school chophouse and a leaner, more modern reading of the format. The writing frames the room as deliberate and confident—located on Ala Moana Boulevard where hotel density meets spending power—so the restaurant reads as both service-focused and performance-driven. The copy emphasizes core strengths—good fire and good beef—so the dining room feels like a place that privileges culinary fundamentals over gimmicks. Overall, Empire projects a composed, classic-meets-contemporary steakhouse sensibility that prioritizes the steak as the meal’s centerpiece.
Best For
Empire is primarily built for evening dining, making it a natural choice for dinner-focused visits by both hotel guests and locals. The location on Ala Moana Boulevard and the description of a full-service steakhouse format imply a place that attracts visitors looking for a reliable, high-quality steak dinner and locals seeking a dependable night out. Because the menu centers on substantial steaks — from Tomahawk to Prime New York Strip — the room suits date nights, business dinners and celebratory evenings where the beef is intended to be the main event.
Ordering Tips
Treat the meal as a progression that culminates in the steak: starters and sides exist to set up the beef rather than compete with it. The menu’s signature cuts — Empire-style Tomahawk, Bone-in Ribeye, Filet Mignon and Prime New York Strip — are the obvious anchors; choose a cut that matches your appetite and let it be the focal point. For diners who prefer seafood, the Grilled Branzino seabass provides a lighter alternative. In keeping with the editorial framing, prioritize well-executed preparations and a clean line of supporting courses that showcase the restaurant’s emphasis on good fire and quality beef.
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant and inviting with luxurious furnishings, soft lighting enhanced by piano music at 6pm, and spectacular sunset views of Diamond Head and the marina creating a refined, romantic atmosphere.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Empire-style Tomahawk steak
- Grilled Branzino seabass
- Bone-in Ribeye Steak
- Filet Mignon
- Prime New York Strip Steak
Planning details
Location
1777 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96815 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Choose GOOFY Cafe & Dine if the group wants a lighter, more casual Honolulu meal. Choose San Paolo Pizzeria if value, group ease, a relaxed format matter more than a steakhouse-style dinner.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Empire Steak House Hawaii is the safer choice when the brief is an evening steakhouse-style dinner with easy booking and a more formal feel. GOOFY Cafe & Dine is the better fit for a casual Honolulu meal, especially earlier in the day, while San Paolo Pizzeria makes more sense when value and a relaxed group format matter more than a composed dinner.
For travelers comparing hotel-friendly dining, 100 Sails Restaurant & Bar reads as the broader resort-style alternative, while Empire Steak House Hawaii is more focused. The Grove Restaurant & Bar is a better cross-shop for guests who want a general restaurant-and-bar format rather than a steakhouse lane.
Katsumidori Sushi Tokyo is not the same occasion: choose it for sushi-focused eating, not a classic dinner structure. For Honolulu visitors, the main decision is simple: book Empire Steak House Hawaii when the group wants a familiar evening meal with low reservation friction; pick GOOFY Cafe & Dine or San Paolo Pizzeria when the mood is casual and price sensitivity is higher.
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Compare Empire Steak House Hawaii
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Empire Steak House Hawaii | Honolulu | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence |
| The Grove Restaurant & Bar | Urban Honolulu | No published awards |
| San Paolo Pizzeria | Honolulu | No published awards |
| GOOFY Cafe & Dine | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Katsumidori Sushi Tokyo | Oahu | No published awards |
| 100 Sails Restaurant & Bar | Oahu | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Empire Steak House Hawaii handle dietary restrictions?
If you have allergies or strict dietary needs, confirm directly with Empire Steak House Hawaii before planning dinner. The hours are daily from 4–10 PM.
What should I wear to Empire Steak House Hawaii?
Empire Steak House Hawaii lists a smart casual dress code. Plan for neat evening attire, especially since the schedule is daily from 4–10 PM.
Can I eat at the bar at Empire Steak House Hawaii?
If that matters for your visit, confirm directly with the restaurant before going during the 4–10 PM service window.
What are alternatives to Empire Steak House Hawaii in Honolulu?
Other Honolulu options to compare include The Grove Restaurant & Bar, 100 Sails Restaurant & Bar, Katsumidori Sushi Tokyo, San Paolo Pizzeria, GOOFY Cafe & Dine. Check current details for each venue before choosing.
Is Empire Steak House Hawaii good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for an evening occasion if the details fit your plans: Honolulu, daily 4–10 PM hours, smart casual dress. Confirm directly if private dining, seating, pricing, or menu details are important.
Is lunch or dinner better at Empire Steak House Hawaii?
Dinner is the better option. Empire Steak House Hawaii is open daily from 4–10 PM, so it should not be planned as a lunch stop.
What should I order at Empire Steak House Hawaii?
Check the current menu directly with Empire Steak House Hawaii before your visit, plan around the daily 4–10 PM dinner hours.
