Honolulu, United States
Dining guide
Halekulani Dining Guide
Dining is anchored by La Mer, Hawaii’s longest-running Forbes Five-Star French restaurant led by Chef Alexandre Trancher, complemented by coastal Italian fare at Orchids and live hula dancing under the kiawe tree at House Without a Key.
Before you book dinner
- La Mer serves dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30pm to 9:30pm (jacket required).
- Orchids serves breakfast (7-10:30am), lunch (11:30am-1:30pm), and dinner (5:30-9pm).
- House Without a Key serves all-day dining and sunset cocktails until 10:30pm.
La Mer by Alexandre Trancher
Forbes Five-Star French haute cuisine, Hawaiian seafood & Grand Cru wines
Hawaii’s longest-running Forbes Five-Star restaurant, serving Chef Alexandre Trancher’s masterwork French seafood tasting menus and rare cellar wines daily from 5:30pm to 9:30pm.
Full guide →Orchids & House Without a Key
Coastal Italian, fresh island catches, mai tais & sunset pupus
Serving fresh homemade pastas, Sunday brunch, signature Halekulani Mai Tais, and pupus with live nightly Hawaiian music from 7:00am until 10:30pm daily.
Full guide →Halekulani dining FAQ
- What awards does La Mer hold?
- La Mer is Hawaii’s only AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star restaurant, serving French haute cuisine.
- What is House Without a Key?
- It is the iconic open-air oceanfront lounge famous for sunset cocktails and nightly Hawaiian music and hula.
- What are the dining hours for La Mer?
- La Mer is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30pm to 9:30pm.
- What is the signature cocktail?
- The signature drink is the Halekulani Mai Tai, made with dark and light rums and fresh lime juice.
Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026