Discover the top 6 highest-rated dining experiences
Experience the 6 best hawaiian restaurants in Salt Lake City. From authentic flavors to modern interpretations, discover top-rated hawaiian dining.
Salt Lake City's Premier Hawaiian Destinations
Experience a taste of the islands right in the heart of Salt Lake City with our curated selection of the area's best Hawaiian-inspired eateries. From the fresh seafood bowls at LemonShark Poke and Hanaya Poke to the comforting plate lunches found at Mo Bettah and Kokonut Island Grill, there is a diverse range of flavors to explore. Whether you are craving Japanese-infused specialties or traditional island staples, these local favorites bring the spirit of aloha to the mountain west.
4 restaurants in Best Hawaiian Restaurants in Salt Lake City | Top Rated Hawaiian Food
- Mo Bettah — Japanese: Step into a sun-drenched slice of the islands where the sweet, smoky aroma of flame-grilled teriyaki and slow-roasted kalua pig fills the air. Heaping plate lunches celebrate the spirit of Aloha, balancing savory, tender meats with the cool creaminess of signature macaroni salad and mounds of perfectly steamed white rice. This vibrant, casual escape captures the essence of a Hawaiian backyard barbecue, inviting diners to slow down and savor the bold, comforting flavors of a true Pacific feast.
- Hanaya Poke — Japanese: Hanaya Poke invites diners into a bright, botanical-inspired sanctuary where the art of the poke bowl is elevated through a kaleidoscope of garden-fresh ingredients and premium seafood. Each bowl serves as a vibrant canvas of textures, balancing the buttery richness of pristine raw fish with the crisp snap of pickled vegetables and the savory depth of artisanal sauces for a meal that feels both deeply nourishing and artfully refined.
- LemonShark Poke — Seafood: Sunlight streams through the windows of this vibrant coastal escape, where the air is bright with the scent of citrus and the promise of the ocean’s freshest catch. Artfully composed bowls overflow with glistening cubes of marinated fish, crisp garden vegetables, and inventive toppings, inviting diners to craft a personalized masterpiece of texture and flavor. This refreshing sanctuary captures the spirit of the Pacific, offering a clean, nourishing meal that feels like a midday getaway to the shore.
- Kokonut Island Grill — Hawaiian (not in the list: Stepping into Kokonut Island Grill feels like a brief escape to a sun-drenched shore, where the air is thick with the sweet scent of caramelized pineapple and the rhythmic sizzle of the grill. The kitchen celebrates the vibrant spirit of the Pacific, layering flame-kissed proteins with bright tropical glazes and fresh, island-inspired ingredients that dance between sweet and savory. This breezy, welcoming retreat invites guests to slow down and savor a symphony of bold, sun-soaked flavors that transport the senses straight to the tropics.
