Unearth The Voyage
Ready to eat like you are on island time Let these all you can eat picks guide your cravings from smoky grills to ocean fresh spreads. You will taste poke kissed by shoyu, kalua pork with crackly edges, and broths bubbling with local greens. Bring an appetite, because seconds are not optional. Your only job is to choose which flavor journey to start first.
1. 100 Sails Restaurant & Bar – Honolulu (Oʻahu)
Waterfront views meet an abundant spread that feels like a love letter to the islands. You will graze through sashimi, chilled crab, and a build your own poke bar that balances shoyu, sesame, and sweet Maui onions. The carving station turns out glistening prime rib alongside local vegetables and fluffy rice.
Save room for lilikoi tarts and haupia that taste like sunshine. The vibe is relaxed yet celebratory, perfect for date night or visiting family. Come early, watch the harbor glow, then go back for seconds without hesitation.
2. Plumeria Beach House – Honolulu (Oʻahu)
Just steps from gentle waves, this buffet makes you feel like a resort guest even if you are just here to eat. You will find poke glistening with fresh ahi, steamed island fish, and salads bright with local greens. Carved meats, buttery rolls, and comforting rice dishes round out the savory lineup.
Dessert is a soft landing of macadamia pastries and tropical sorbets. The setting is breezy, elegant, and quietly luxurious without being stiff. Bring someone you want to linger with, because the view and refills invite slow, happy grazing.
3. Furusato Japanese Restaurant Buffet – Honolulu (Oʻahu)
If sushi cravings hit hard, this spot answers with variety and speed. Expect rotating nigiri, rolls balanced with fresh fish and crisp vegetables, and tempura that stays light and shatter crisp. Udon and miso soup anchor the warm side, while seaweed salad and pickles bring snap and zing.
You will like how the chefs replenish frequently, keeping rice tender and fish glistening. Pace yourself, because the fried bites add up fast. Finish with mochi or matcha treats, then walk Waikiki with a happy, satisfied stride.
4. Kamana Kitchen Buffet – Honolulu (Oʻahu)
Spice lovers, this Indian buffet brings bold flavor without losing balance. Ladle creamy butter chicken, tangy chana masala, and vibrant saag paneer over fragrant basmati. Tandoori chicken arrives smoky and tender, perfect with cool raita and crisp salad greens.
Fresh naan keeps landing at the table, so you can scoop every last drop of curry. There are mild options if heat is not your thing, and the staff will help you navigate. Finish with gulab jamun and cardamom tea for a sweet island evening twist.
5. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ (AYCE menu) – Honolulu (Oʻahu)
Here, dinner becomes a hands on grill party. Choose an AYCE tier, then fire marinated kalbi, garlic shrimp, and veggies right at your table. The sauces keep things playful, from sweet soy to citrusy ponzu.
Order small, cook fast, and repeat so everything stays hot and juicy. Rice, miso soup, and kimchi round out the spread while sizzle sounds set the mood. You will leave smelling like delicious smoke, smiling, and already planning a return with friends who love to eat.
6. Gen Korean BBQ House – Honolulu (Oʻahu)
Gen brings big energy and even bigger meat platters. You will rotate bulgogi, spicy pork belly, garlic chicken, and shrimp across the grill while refills arrive in quick waves. Banchan keeps bites lively with pickles, sprouts, and crunchy kimchi.
Go for variety over volume and you will taste more without tapping out early. The staff guides first timers through cuts and timing so nothing overcooks. It is a fun, loud, celebratory kind of feast, ideal for birthdays or pre beach carb loading.
7. Sik Do Rak Korean BBQ – Honolulu (Oʻahu)
Thin sliced brisket hits the flame and renders fast, delivering that irresistible sizzle. Pork belly follows with crispy edges and soft centers, perfect for dipping in sesame oil and salt. Banchan keeps the rhythm, from kimchi to cucumbers and soft steamed egg.
Order in waves, flip often, and keep the grill hot but not scorching. It is a simple formula for a great night with friends who love to cook at the table. Expect to roll out happily stuffed and a little smoky.
8. Kobe Japanese Steak House Buffet – Honolulu (Oʻahu)
Part show, part feast, the teppan grills keep energy high. Chefs flip shrimp into hats, torch steak edges, and mound garlicky fried rice while you cheer. A side buffet brings sushi, salads, and hot appetizers so plates never run empty.
It is perfect when you want entertainment with your AYCE mission. Go light on rice early to savor more steak and seafood later. You will leave with a few new grill tricks to try at home and a very happy belly.
9. Shabuya Hawaii (AYCE shabu-shabu) – Honolulu (Oʻahu)
Hot pot lovers, rejoice. Choose your broth, then swish wafer thin beef, pork, and seafood until just cooked. Load the pot with bok choy, mushrooms, tofu, and noodles, then customize dips from sesame to citrusy ponzu.
It is interactive, cozy, and surprisingly light, which means round two is easy. The key is pacing and small bites so you can try every combo. You will leave warmed from the inside out, feeling satisfied yet comfortable enough for a beach walk.
10. Hula Grill Sunday Brunch Buffet – Waikīkī (Oʻahu)
Sunday tastes like ocean air and fresh coffee here. The brunch spread swings from sweet to savory, with mac nut pancakes, omelets to order, and prime rib carved just right. Poke, smoked fish, and tropical fruit keep things unmistakably Hawaii.
Grab a seat with line of sight to the waves, then make strategic rounds. Start light, go heavy, finish with malasadas and lilikoi curd. You will float out feeling like you won the weekend, ready for sandals, sun, and maybe a nap.
11. Kona Inn Restaurant Breakfast Buffet – Kailua-Kona (Big Island)
Mornings in Kona deserve strong coffee and ocean views, and this buffet delivers both. You will find fluffy scrambled eggs, omelets to order, crispy bacon, and sweet island fruit that actually tastes like fruit. Pastries nod to local flavors with lilikoi glazes and macadamia crunch.
It is the kind of breakfast that turns into a slow morning ritual. Sip Kona brew, watch boats drift, and plan the day between second and third helpings. You will feel fueled and happy before the sun climbs high.
12. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo Breakfast Buffet – Hilo (Big Island)
Hilo mornings run mellow, and this buffet fits the mood. Expect fresh papaya, pineapple, and bananas beside pancakes, eggs, and sausage. Local touches like steamed rice and miso soup make a comforting, island style plate.
Grab a table near the windows and let the greenery set the tone. The staff keeps coffee flowing, so you can linger and map out waterfalls to chase later. You will leave content, caffeinated, and ready for a day of Big Island exploring.
13. The Buffet at Hyatt – Waikīkī (Oʻahu)
This is the polished side of AYCE, with ocean views and an expansive selection. Seafood on ice, sushi rolls, crisp salads, and prime rib create easy decisions to say yes to. Local touches appear in poke, island greens, and tropical desserts.
Make a game plan or just wander happily between stations. Either way, you will leave feeling like you experienced a snapshot of Hawaii on one plate. It is a reliable pick for groups when tastes vary but expectations sit high.
