Hau Tree
Diamond Head, Honolulu
Restaurant in Honolulu, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Hau Tree works when the beachside Kaimana setting is central to the plan and the group wants an easy Honolulu booking. It is less compelling for diners seeking a tightly defined cuisine, named chef, or award-backed destination meal; compare Arden Waikiki for contemporary cooking and Michel's at the Colony Surf for a more formal oceanfront occasion.
About Hau Tree
Hau Tree in Honolulu works best with a simple, practical brief: dress smart casual and use the published hours to plan the timing. The schedule runs 8 AM–9 PM Monday through Friday and 7:30 AM–9 PM on Saturday and Sunday.
Book it for a direct Honolulu plan
The most reliable planning facts are the hours and dress code. Hau Tree is open daily, with slightly earlier weekend opening times, the dress code is smart casual. That makes it easier to plan than venues with narrower schedules.
Hau Tree is a Honolulu option where the practical basics are clear, then check the venue's own channels if menu specifics, dietary needs, or occasion planning will determine the choice.
Who should choose it over other comparison options
Choose Hau Tree when its Honolulu location, daily schedule, smart-casual dress code fit the plan. For comparison, Michel's at the Colony Surf, Arden Waikiki, Deck. Lulu's Waikiki, As You Like Waikīkī are other named options to consider depending on the tone of the outing and the details each venue currently publishes.
The better comparison is practical rather than culinary. Match the venue to the group's timing, dress expectations, need for menu details before committing.
The practical read
Hau Tree is a reasonable Honolulu choice when the schedule works and a smart-casual setting fits the occasion. Compare current information from Arden Waikiki, Michel's at the Colony Surf, Deck. Lulu's Waikiki, or As You Like Waikīkī before deciding.
Planning details
- Location
- Lobby floor of the Kaimana Beach Hotel, 2863 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
- Reservations
- Book on Tock
- Website
- kaimana.com
- Phone
- +18089217066
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Hau Tree leans on place more than polish: it sits on the lobby floor of the Kaimana Beach Hotel beneath the low, spreading branches of the namesake hau tree, with Sans Souci beach just yards away and Diamond Head on the horizon. The copy stresses a slower, quieter pocket of Waikīkī where towers thin out and the seaside setting feels earned rather than manufactured. That combination — a hotel address, close-to-the-sand sightlines and dappled light beneath the tree canopy — makes the room feel relaxed, quietly charming and intimate without leaning on formality.
Best For
This is a venue that lives in Honolulu’s occasion-dining tier: it functions equally as a destination for visitors and a meaningful spot for residents marking a milestone. The hotel setting and waterfront proximity lend themselves to celebratory dinners and special-occasion meals, while the menu and signature items also make it a natural pick for a memorable brunch. Expect bookings for milestone meals and reservations tied to weekend leisure stays; the address reads as a place for marking something worth remembering rather than a quick, transient stop.
Ordering Tips
Let the menu’s signature items guide the visit. For a brunch visit, the snow crab Benedict is a defining choice; the presence of a Benedict on the menu signals a strong brunch program. For shared plates or an occasion dinner, the house-cured salmon board and roasted octopus are highlighted selections, while the Kahuku Farm golden tomato strozzapreti represents the composed, locally inflected cooking the copy references. Because the setting and view are integral to the experience, plan your meal around sitting with the beach and Diamond Head in view.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed beachside atmosphere shaded by a massive hau tree, offering a romantic and casual vibe with ocean breezes.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
View
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- snow crab Benedict
- house-cured salmon board
- roasted octopus
- Kahuku Farm golden tomato strozzapreti
Planning details
Location
Lobby floor of the Kaimana Beach Hotel, 2863 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Michel's at the Colony Surf, Notable alternative
- Arden Waikiki, Contemporary, Contemporary
- As You Like WaikĪkĪ, Notable alternative
- Deck., Notable alternative
- Lulu's Waikiki, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Hau Tree is the easier, softer-edged choice in this Honolulu set: pick it when the Kaimana Beach setting matters and the meal should feel relaxed rather than formal. Michel's at the Colony Surf is the better fit for a more dressed-up oceanfront occasion, while Hau Tree makes more sense when the group wants less ceremony and easier planning.
Arden Waikiki is the stronger cross-shop for diners who care about a clearer contemporary restaurant identity. If the priority is food direction over setting, start there. If the priority is a beach-hotel atmosphere with a low-friction booking, Hau Tree is the more practical call.
For a more casual Waikiki plan, compare Deck. and Lulu's Waikiki; both are better suited to groups chasing an easygoing scene. As You Like WaikĪkĪ is the out-of-metro option in this set, so it is less direct for a Kaimana or Waikiki-based meal unless the location already fits the day.
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Compare Hau Tree
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hau Tree | Honolulu | ; | 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence |
| Michel's at the Colony Surf | Honolulu | ; | No published awards |
| Arden Waikiki | Honolulu | Contemporary | No published awards |
| As You Like WaikĪkĪ | Urban Honolulu | ; | No published awards |
| Deck. | Honolulu | ; | No published awards |
| Lulu's Waikiki | Honolulu | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hau Tree good for solo dining?
Choose it if the published hours and smart-casual dress code fit the plan. Hau Tree is open 8 AM–9 PM Monday through Friday and 7:30 AM–9 PM on Saturday and Sunday. For a different Honolulu outing, Deck. or Lulu's Waikiki may also be worth comparing.
What are alternatives to Hau Tree in Honolulu?
Michel's at the Colony Surf, Arden Waikiki, As You Like Waikīkī, Deck. and Lulu's Waikiki are useful names to compare with Hau Tree. Check each venue's current details before deciding, especially if cuisine, price, or menu format matters.
Is lunch or dinner better at Hau Tree?
The schedule supports daytime and evening planning. Hau Tree is open until 9 PM daily, with opening at 8 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM on weekends. If the goal is a later evening, confirm timing directly before you go.
What should I wear to Hau Tree?
The dress code is smart casual. Aim for neat, polished clothing that fits a Honolulu venue plan.
Is Hau Tree good for a special occasion?
Use it as a candidate for a special occasion if the smart-casual dress code and daily hours suit the plan. If the occasion depends on a specific menu, price point, or dining format, confirm those details directly or compare current information from Michel's at the Colony Surf, Arden Waikiki, Deck. Lulu's Waikiki, or As You Like Waikīkī.
