3 Best French Restaurants in Honolulu, HI

Expert-recommended Top 3 French Restaurants in Honolulu, Hawaii. All of our french cuisines actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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MICHEL’S AT THE COLONY SURF

2895 Kalakaua Avenue,
Honolulu, HI 96815 Directions

Since 1962

Specialities:

✓Duckling A L'orange ✓Kauai Coffee Rubbed Lamb Chops ✓Beef Wellington ✓New York Steak ✓Filet Mignon and Tristan Lobster ✓Seafood Bouillabaisse ✓Pan Seared Scottish Salmon ✓Blackened Island Ahi ✓Michel's Caesar Salad ✓Ahi Tartare ✓Fresh Iced Oysters ✓Iced Harvest of The Sea for Two ✓Caviar ✓Tropical House Salad ✓Appellate ✓Michel's Escargots ✓French Onion Soup En Croute

" Michel’s At The Colony Surf provides fine dining with beach or city views in an elegant, classic French restaurant. Their signature lobster bisque is a 48-hour labor of love for each great batch. John Hoffman is the General Manager and Eberhard “Hardy” Kintscher is the Executive Chef of Michel’s At The Colony Surf. Their wines are expertly paired with their signature dishes and chef's specialty menus. Their full bar also features rare Japanese whiskies and a complete cocktail offering. You can come and join them for a romantic dinner on the shores of Kaimana Beach. Michel's at the Colony Surf is available for celebrations of many sizes with dining or lunch options that range from private, semi-private, and full or partial buyouts. They also provide several alternative menus for group functions. Michel’s At The Colony Surf has vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free menu options. Gift certificates and special billing options are available. Whether for a special occasion or a break from the ordinary, Michel’s At The Colony Surf offers an unforgettable experience.

2026 Highlights: Michel’s At The Colony Surf's signature tableside service includes dishes such as lobster bisque flambéed with cognac and Hawaiian apple banana flambé finished with dark rum."

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Menu:

Appetizers
Michel’s Escargots $24
Lobster Bisque à la Michel’s $22
French Onion Soup en Croute $18
Michel’s Caesar Salad $26 per person
Tropical House Salad $22
Ahi Tartare $32
Fresh Iced Oysters $32
Iced Harvest of the sea For Two $96
Caviar $225
Main Dishes
Duckling à l’Orange $68
Kauai Coffee Rubbed Lamb Chops $72
Beef Wellington $74
New York Steak $70
Filet Mignon & Tristan Lobster $76
Seafood Bouillabaisse $76
Pan Seared Scottish Salmon $68
Blackened Island Ahi $72
Desserts
Banana Foster $24
Cherries Jubilee $24
Coconut Cheesecake $16
Michel’s Chocolate Soufflé $14
Gelato or Sorbet per scoop $8

Contact:

(808) 923-6552

Dinner:
Mon-Sun: 5pm - 9pm
Sun Brunch: 10am - 1pm

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LA MER

2199 Kalia Road,
Honolulu, HI 96815 Directions

Since 1904

Specialities:

✓Duck Foie Gras ✓Roasted Scallops ✓Cuttlefish Leaves ✓Caviar Grains ✓Shellfish Consommé ✓Poached Lobster ✓Vanilla Beurre Blanc ✓Romanesco Mousseline with Almonds ✓Beef Fillet with Rossini-Style Périgueux Sauce ✓Cheese Cart ✓Canelé with Caramel Mousse and Apple Compote ✓Frozen Honey Mousse and Fresh Cream Compote of Seasonal Citrus Fruits ✓Vanilla Soufflé ✓Sweet Treats ✓Crown Jewel ✓Imperial Osetra

" La Mer serves a high-end fixed-price French menu with stunning ocean views. Alexandre Trancher is the Executive Chef of La Mer. The menu features the finest local and tropical ingredients, inspired by the flavors of Southern France. Each dish combines fresh ingredients with expert cooking. La Mer also has an award-winning wine list that pairs perfectly with the food. La Mer provides a memorable dining experience with elegant surroundings and excellent service. This open-air restaurant is also available for private lunch events. For 30 years, La Mer has been Hawaii’s longest-running AAA Five-Diamond Restaurant. They support local farms by using fresh ingredients from across the Hawaiian Islands to create their unique flavors.

2026 Highlights: La Mer combines French cuisine with Hawaiian traditions and locally sourced island ingredients."

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Menu:

Caviar
Golden Ossetra $650
Supreme $550
Royal $500
Menu DéGustation
Ballotine Of Duck Foie Gras $65
Seared Scallop $60
Poached Abalone $60
Poached Maine Lobster $95
Beef Filet $88
Cheese Cart $55
Almond Bavarian Madeleine
Anise Poached Pears $33
Petit Fours
Menu DéGustation $340
Wine Pairing $175
Premium Wine Pairing $600
Menu Les Assiettes Potagères
Chef’s 5 Way Carrot Expression $58
Onion Purse $62
Vegetable Plate $62
Basil Zucchini Roll $62
Mixed Greens Salad $48
Menu Du Soir
Chilled Cucumber Gelée $72
Crisp Amadai $77
Roasted Duck Fillet $85
Desserts
Crème Fraîche And Lemon Verbena Mousse Sphere $33
Vanilla Soufflé $40
Cheese Selection $55
Petit Fours
Menu Du Soir $265
Wine Pairing $135

Contact:

(844) 873-9424 (808) 923-2311

Tue-Sat: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Sun & Mon: Closed

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NATURE WAIKIKI

413 Seaside Avenue, Suite 2F,
Honolulu, HI 96815 Directions

Since 2021

Specialities:

✓Moloka’i Shrimp Pesto Pasta ✓Ewa Sweet Corn Gnocchi ✓Spaghetti and Squid Ink Sauce ✓Nature Petit Course ✓Ocean Gelée ✓North Shore Sea Asparagus ✓House-made Sourdough Bread ✓Puna Chicken Liver Mousse ✓French Fries ✓Ewa Sweet Corn Fried ✓Organic Local Harvest Salad ✓Charcoal-Battered Heart of Palm Beignets ✓Maui Nui Venison Tartar ✓Garlic-Herb Moloka'i Shrimp A La Plancha

" natuRe waikiki offers an à la carte menu in the bar area for a casual dining experience, with daily rotating specials. This is a modern French restaurant with a farm-to-table concept. They serve a 6-course tasting menu for both regular diners and plant-based vegans, available in the dining room and at the Chef's Counter, where guests can watch their meals being prepared. Their dishes are designed to impress and create a unique experience. The seasonal tasting menu highlights local ingredients and the history of the islands. The Hale tasting menu costs $120 for six courses, while the Aina (vegan) tasting menu costs $100. They also accommodate pescatarian, no-red meat, vegetarian, and vegan diets. natuRe waikiki has a private dining room and also serves great cocktails. Gift cards are available.

2026 Highlights: natuRe waikiki combines classic French techniques with Hawaiian and multicultural influences, using sustainable local ingredients."

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Hale ‘Aina Award - 2022-2024

Menu:

Regular Tasting Menu
Venison Tart & Shrimp Toast $130
Fresh Oyster $7
Caviar & Turnip $25
Ahi Poke, Eggplant
Abalone Risotto
Ulu Garette
Kona Kampachi Poele
Kiawe Filet Mignon
European Black Truffles $35
Mangoislander Sake Granite
Plant Based Tasting Menu
Panipuri & Corn Fritto $110
Veggie Tartare
Celery Root & Kaffir Lime
Ulu Garette
Big Island Mac Nuts Ravioli
Mozzarella Frit
European Black Truffles $35
Mangoislander Sake Granite
Wine Pairing
Wine Pairing $75
Little Nature
Local Corn Soup $35
Tomato Spaghetti
Jumbo Molokai Shrimp $8
Cheese $3
French Fries
Today’s Juice
Bistro Nature Appetizers
Today’s Chilled Soup $12
Maui Sweet Onion Pot Pie $20
Organic Local Harvest Salad $14
Puna Chicken Liver Mousse $16
Caviar & Cauliflower $25

Contact:

(808) 212-9282

Mon-Sun: 5:30pm - 11pm

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