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Bali Steak & Seafood
This spot offers sweeping ocean and Diamond Head volcano views to die for. With a top-notch wait staff and a sterling silver menu studded with an East-West fusion of steaks, seafood and elegantly sauced pastas, this is a family favorite. Consider a starters like the Ahi poke with a wonderful wasabi-ginger cream sauce, artfully presented salads as exciting as the main entree, and a long, impressive wine list. So what do you do with the hooligans? Bring them along for an impressive meal if they can hold it together with promises of ice cream later downstairs at Lapperts. Keep in mind that dinner for two with starters, wine and dessert comes to about $100 per person. Arrive early for an incomparable sunset "show." Reservations are a must. Kids and adults will think the complimentary pure chocolate mold of Diamond Head arriving on dry ice is way cool. Photo moment!
Also if you have a party of six or more consider Bali's Sunset Dinner Special offering a 5:30 p.m. seating (not available Fridays and Saturdays). Choose between many incredible cuisine options with the three-course meal: starter, entree and dessert for just $48 per person, excluding tax. Incredible pricing for a memorable meal.
Benihana
Okay, so it’s not Chuck E. Cheese, but it offers an amazing, truly family-friendly dining experience for children. I didn’t know Benihana had a name for what they do so well, but they call it "eat-ertainment." A personal chef performs for your table chopping, cutting, dicing like a mad man mounds of deliciousness including shrimp, lobster tails, steak, chicken and fresh veggies. Then he artfully avalanches it all onto a communal hibachi table. Wow, this place is a great time. Highly recommended. Open each day from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Lappert’s Aloha Ice Cream
The first Lappert's happily appeared on Kauai in the early '80s and was so insanely successful that Walter Lappert decided to bring it's sinful richness to the rest of the islands. Talk about no place for a diet. This ice cream is said to be "super premium," meaning 20 percent butterfat. And the flavors can’t be beat with real hunks of candy, Belgium chocolate and peanut butter chunks. My all-time favorite is coconut, but you might love Kauai pie, white chocolate macadamia nut or caramel cashew turtle cluster. For those who prefer the classics, Lappert's also serves chocolate, vanilla, strawberry and Kona coffee. (Check out the Village’s fitness room next.)
Waikiki Starlight Luau
I speak from experience when I say that children will never forget the awe of seeing the beautiful Tahitian dancers boom, boom, boom their way onto the stage. And those fire-knife dancers who spin and toss those flames? Should be an Olympic sport.
The luau is one of those Hawaiian experiences that everyone should witness at least once in their lifetime. The feast before the show serves Kahlua pig, poi and many desserts including coconut-layered cake and papaya/mango tarts. And the kids will love that they get their very own buffet line.
The luau takes place on the roof of the convention center so weather is an issue. Bring sunscreen, shades and a sweater in case of a breezy evening.
Rainbow Lanai
The Rainbow Lanai is a beautiful spot for families to enjoy a gorgeous Waikiki view and a morning buffet together. The dining is casual, friendly and very pretty, all at the same time. The breakfast buffet absolutely rocks with everything you’d expect in the morning: waffles, French toast, an omelet station, fruit crepes, tofu dishes, meats, fresh fruit and good coffee. Open from 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Round Table Pizza
Round Table pizza is always the white knight charging to any parent’s rescue. For parents tired of the same old pepperoni, try the Maui Zowie loaded with pineapple, bacon, Canadian bacon and tomatoes.
Tropics Bar & Grill
The Tropics Bar & Grill sits a toe or two away from the Waikiki Beach, offers beautiful patio seating and a sunset that only the Hawaiian skies can pull off. A red carpet is practically rolled out for kids here. You can expect a menu with games, puzzles and pages to color. The kids will also receive a packet of crayons and a small gift with their kids’ meal. The children's menu delivers for even the pickiest with pancakes, waffles, cereals and yogurt for breakfast. Grilled cheese, chicken fingers and a cheeseburger for lunch and dinner.
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