Roy's Hawaii Kai ★ 4.5
Roy's Hawaii Kai is where Roy Yamaguchi launched Hawaiian Regional Cuisine in 1988, still the flagship of the chain and the canonical room for misoyaki butterfish in Honolulu.
Signature: Misoyaki butterfish, Szechuan baby back ribs, Chocolate souffle
Order: The misoyaki butterfish and the dark chocolate souffle to finish.
Tip: Sunset tables open early; the back room has the marina view. Off the Menu Tuesdays run a 4-course tasting at lower prices.