Tempura Kiki
Waikiki, Honolulu
Restaurant in Honolulu, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Tempura Kiki is a practical Waikiki pick when the craving is tempura, not a big-deal Japanese dinner. It suits solo diners and pairs better than large celebratory groups, especially if convenience around Kalākaua matters. Cross-shop Restaurant SUNTORY for a broader Japanese meal, Tanaka of Tokyo Central for showmanship, Poke Fix Hawaii for a quicker local-style alternative.
About Tempura Kiki
Tempura Kiki is a Honolulu venue open daily from 11 AM to 10 PM, with a casual dress code.
The most useful way to plan around Tempura Kiki is practical. Treat it as a casual Honolulu option with consistent daily hours, confirm any details that matter to your visit directly before you go. If you need a specific dish, seating arrangement, dietary accommodation, takeout option, or special-occasion setup, contact the venue before making plans.
Book it when the basics fit your plan
Tempura Kiki is easiest to recommend when the key decision factors are simple: Honolulu location, casual dress, daily 11 AM–10 PM hours. Those basics make it easier to place into a day without relying on assumptions about format, pacing, or menu breadth.
Choose it when those basics match what you need, check directly with the venue if the meal depends on pricing, format, beverages, seating, or other specific details.
How to use it in a Honolulu dining plan
For Honolulu planning, Tempura Kiki works well as a casual option to compare against other dining choices when hours and convenience are the main filters. Its daily 11 AM–10 PM schedule is the clearest planning advantage.
If the group is undecided, compare current details directly rather than making assumptions. Poke Fix Hawaii, Restaurant SUNTORY, Shichimusubi, Tanaka of Tokyo Central are other named options to consider, depending on what each diner wants for the occasion. For broader planning beyond this single meal, use our full Honolulu restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 2250 Kalākaua Ave LL#6, Honolulu, HI 96815
- Website
- ubereats.com/store/tempura-kiki/mInojb1zUnCxUAaZbd1dYw?diningMode=DELIVERY&pl=JTdCJTIyYWRkcmVzcyUyMiUzQSUyMkhhd2FpaWFuJTIwQ2FmZSUyME9sdU9sdSUyMCVFOCVBNSVCRiVFNiU5NiVCMCVFNSVBRSVCRiVFNSVCQSU5NyUyMCVFMyU4MiVBQiVFMyU4MyU5NSVFMyU4MiVBNyUyMiUyQyUyMnJlZmVyZW5jZSUyMiUzQSUyMkNoSUpHNlEwSHF1TkdHQVJHZlBlYnhBVjJSOCUyMiUyQyUyMnJlZmVyZW5jZVR5cGUlMjIlM0ElMjJnb29nbGVfcGxhY2VzJTIyJTJDJTIybGF0aXR1ZGUlMjIlM0EzNS42OTY1MzA5JTJDJTIybG9uZ2l0dWRlJTIyJTNBMTM5LjY5NzkyNDMlN0Q%3D&ps=1
- Phone
- (808) 888-0514
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Tempura Kiki reads as a focused, low-key tempura address tucked below street level on Kalākaua Avenue. The write-up frames it within two Japanese tempura traditions—casual tendon counters and formal, often counter-led sequences—so the restaurant feels purposefully small-scale and tightly edited rather than theatrical. Its lower-level suite location and the emphasis on regulars over walk-by tourists signal an intimate, service-focused room where technique and sequencing matter more than spectacle. The result is a quietly confident spot for diners who want a tempura-centric meal handled with attention to form and timing.
Best For
This place plays to two distinct rhythms: lunch as an accessible, shorter entry point and dinner as a quieter, more deliberate sequence. For weekday lunches it suits solo diners or neighborhood regulars seeking a well-executed, efficient tempura set. Evenings lean toward a more occasion-minded meal—longer sequences, restrained room ambience, and higher price expectations—making it a good fit for a thoughtful date night or a relaxed dinner where sequencing and technique are the primary draws. Its location below street level favors return visits over impulse tourist stops.
Ordering Tips
Treat lunch and dinner as different experiences: opt for a midday set if you want a shorter sequence and a more economical introduction to the kitchen; save an evening visit for the extended, quieter sequences that emphasize pacing. Ask staff about sequence length and how items are plated or timed so you can match portioning to appetite. Signature options like the Kiki Set or Tempura Deluxe are reliable ways to sample the range, and the Vegetable Tempura is a good lighter alternative. If counter seating is available, consider it for a closer view of timing and technique.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual food hall atmosphere in the basement with fast-paced, friendly service and focus on hot, fresh tempura.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Tempura Deluxe
- Kiki Set
- Vegetable Tempura
Planning details
Location
2250 Kalākaua Ave LL#6, Honolulu, HI 96815 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Shichimusubi, Notable alternative
- Tanaka of Tokyo Central, Notable alternative
- Tanaka of Tokyo Central, Notable alternative
- Poke Fix Hawaii, Notable alternative
- Restaurant SUNTORY, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Tempura Kiki compares in Honolulu
Choose Tempura Kiki when the meal should be narrow and tempura-led. Restaurant SUNTORY is the better cross-shop if the group wants a broader Japanese dinner with more range, while Shichimusubi is the more casual choice when a lighter, quicker Japanese-leaning stop makes more sense than sitting down for fried-to-order tempura.
Tanaka of Tokyo Central is the stronger option for diners who want performance and group energy; Tempura Kiki is better when the food format matters more than the show. For a faster, lower-commitment Honolulu meal, Poke Fix Hawaii makes more sense than committing to a cooked Japanese meal.
In practical terms, Tempura Kiki is easiest to justify for one or two diners already in Waikiki who want a focused meal. Larger groups, special occasions, diners chasing a broader room experience should start with Restaurant SUNTORY or Tanaka of Tokyo Central instead.
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Compare Tempura Kiki
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Tempura Kiki | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Shichimusubi | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Tanaka of Tokyo Central | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Tanaka of Tokyo Central | Urban Honolulu | No published awards |
| Poke Fix Hawaii | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Restaurant SUNTORY | Honolulu | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Tempura Kiki?
For specific menu guidance, check directly with Tempura Kiki before going, compare it with other options such as Poke Fix Hawaii, Restaurant SUNTORY, Shichimusubi, or Tanaka of Tokyo Central based on what each venue currently offers.
Can I eat at the bar at Tempura Kiki?
If bar or counter seating matters to your visit, contact Tempura Kiki directly before you go.
What are alternatives to Tempura Kiki in Honolulu?
Other named options to consider include Poke Fix Hawaii, Restaurant SUNTORY, Shichimusubi, Tanaka of Tokyo Central. Compare current hours, menu, location, booking details directly before deciding.
Is Tempura Kiki good for a special occasion?
Tempura Kiki has a casual dress code, so it is best evaluated as a casual Honolulu option unless you confirm otherwise directly. If room style, service format, or special-occasion amenities matter, contact the venue before making plans.
Is lunch or dinner better at Tempura Kiki?
Tempura Kiki is open daily from 11 AM to 10 PM, so choose the time that fits your schedule and confirm any meal-period details directly with the venue.
Does Tempura Kiki handle dietary restrictions?
If you have a dietary restriction or allergy, contact Tempura Kiki directly before visiting and confirm what the venue can safely provide.
