Michel's at The Colony Surf – French
Perched where the sand meets the sea, this legendary oceanfront sanctuary offers a front-row seat to the Pacific’s golden sunsets and the rhythmic, salt-kissed lull of the waves. The evening unfolds through a meticulously curated tasting menu, where the rich, velvety aroma of signature lobster bisque mingles with the sophisticated smoke of artisanal cocktails and the crisp brightness of premium wine pairings. It is a place of timeless elegance, where every sip of a citrus-forward daiquiri or a bold, wood-fired Manhattan feels like a celebration of the island’s most refined coastal spirit.
2895, Kalākaua Avenue +18089236552 https://michelshawaii.com/0Cuisine: French
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Michel's at The Colony Surf
Dairy-Free at Michel's at The Colony Surf
Michel's at The Colony Surf in East Honolulu has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dinner Tasting Menu, Wine Pairing and Premium Wine Pairing. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Michel's at The Colony Surf
Michel's at The Colony Surf in East Honolulu has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dinner Tasting Menu and Premium Wine Pairing. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Michel's at The Colony Surf
Michel's at The Colony Surf in East Honolulu has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dinner Tasting Menu and Smoked Old Fashion. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Michel's at The Colony Surf
Michel's at The Colony Surf in East Honolulu has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Wine Pairing. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Michel's at The Colony Surf
Michel's at The Colony Surf in East Honolulu has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including The Chameleon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Michel's at The Colony Surf
Michel's at The Colony Surf in East Honolulu has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Blue Hummingbird, Wine Pairing and Hibiscus Martini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Michel's at The Colony Surf
Michel's at The Colony Surf in East Honolulu has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Blue Hummingbird, Wine Pairing and Hibiscus Martini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Michel's at The Colony Surf
Michel's at The Colony Surf in East Honolulu has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Yuzu Lemondrop and Campfire Manhattan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Michel's at The Colony Surf
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Green Flash | 5.9 g | 43.8 g |
| Wine Pairing | 0.4 g | 14.3 g |
| Smoked Old Fashion | 61.4 g | 7.2 g |
| Yuzu Lemondrop | 165.5 g | 4.7 g |
| Sunset Daiquiri | 14.9 g | 4.4 g |
| The Chameleon | 10.3 g | 3 g |
| Campfire Manhattan | 27.2 g | 0.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Menu
Tasting Menus
- Dinner Tasting Menu - $130: Multi-course chef's selection Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- Wine Pairing - $40: Curated wine selections to accompany the tasting menu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Premium Wine Pairing - $80: Highly allocated and premium wine selections Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Starters
Our signature lobster bisque is a 48-hour labor of love.
- Lobster Bisque a la Michel's: Maine lobster, red snapper bone stock, rice binder, flamed tableside with cognac Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Handcrafted Cocktails
- Yuzu Lemondrop - $16: Suntory's Haku Japanese rice vodka, fresh lemon juice, demerara, joto yuzu sake, lemon bitters, sugar rim, lemon twist Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Green Flash - $16: Koloa Kauai coconut rum, midori melon liqueur, pineapple juice, coconut syrup, amarena cherry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse
- Sunset Daiquiri - $14: New Amsterdam mango vodka, mango puree, strawberry infused syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Campfire Manhattan - $24: High West Campfire whiskey, monte negro amaro, carpano antica sweet vermouth, bitters, served in a smoke box Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Smoked Old Fashion - $22: Redemption high rye, house made demerara, angostura aromatic bitters, orange bitters, served in a smoke box Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Makawao Mule - $16: Pau Maui pineapple vodka, pressed lemon, ginger, lilikoi syrup, fevertree ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Blue Hummingbird - $16: Poema brut cava, st. germain elderflower liqueur, lavender syrup, soda water, butterfly peaflower cube Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- The Chameleon - $17: Empress 1908 gin, fevertree elderflower tonic water, craft ice Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Hibiscus Martini - $17: Hangar 1 rose vodka, st. germain, club soda, candied hibiscus flower, lemon twist Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Michel's at The Colony Surf
- Is Michel's at The Colony Surf dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Michel's at The Colony Surf has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dinner Tasting Menu, Wine Pairing and Premium Wine Pairing.
- What can I eat at Michel's at The Colony Surf on a dairy-free diet?
- Dinner Tasting Menu, Wine Pairing and Premium Wine Pairing carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Michel's at The Colony Surf have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Blue Hummingbird and Wine Pairing.
- Is Michel's at The Colony Surf gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Michel's at The Colony Surf?
- Green Flash, at roughly 43.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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