Waikīkī date spots
Part of our Oʻahu dating guide.
We are not paid by and have no partnership with the businesses below unless a listing says “Date Night Partner.” Hours and details are from each business's own website, checked October 12, 2026. Confirm before you go.
Duke's Waikiki
A restaurant on the sand at the Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort, 2335 Kalākaua Ave, Suite 116. Its website calls it the “Home of Duke Kahanamoku.” Reservations are online, or call (808) 922-2268. dukeswaikiki.com
Waikīkī Aquarium
At 2777 Kalākaua Ave. Its site says the aquarium is open while it undergoes renovations. Check admission and hours at waikikiaquarium.org or call (808) 923-9741.
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Leonard's Bakery
A short drive up Kapahulu Ave at number 933. Its site calls it the “Home of Malasadas & Pao Doce” and lists daily hours of 5:30am to 7pm. Grab malasadas, then walk back to the beach. leonardshawaii.com, (808) 737-5591.
Free: the beach and Kapiʻolani Park
A sunset walk along Kūhiō Beach toward Kapiʻolani Park costs nothing and is always public. More free ideas: free date ideas on Oʻahu.
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Questions people ask
What's a good first date in Waikīkī?
A sunset walk on the beach toward Kapiʻolani Park, then dessert. It's public and easy, and works for locals and visitors.
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