WAIKIKI 212 Hawaii Military Guide • Summer-Fall 2026 KAIMANA BEACH Looking to get away from the crowds? Kaimana Beach is a clean stretch of and near the long-closed Natatorium. The park is more peaceful than central Waikiki beaches and attracts local residents for weekend pot lucks. It is located at 2863 Kalakaua Ave. Need some sustenance? Kaimana Beach Hotel borders the beach and has a bar in the lobby. Or advance to the upscale Hau Tree restaurant overlooking the beach. THE TASTES OF WAIKIKI From U.S. Mainland chains like Red Lobster to only-in-Waikiki eateries like The Seaside, this neighborhood is packed with dining options to please every palate! ULULANI’S HAWAIIAN SHAVE ICE Ululani’s Shave Ice from Maui has recently opened two new locations on Oahu. On Kapahulu Avenue that borders the Diamond Head end of Waikiki, Ululani’s shave ice experts cover every detail of the process to provide the best tasting shave ice experience possible! Look for this outpost across the street from Leonard’s Bakery. You’ll find a second location at 98-1258 Kaahumanu St. in Pearl City’s Times Square Shopping Center. Stop by either spot for refreshing and authentic Hawaiian cold sweets and treats that create delicious memories to last a lifetime. 909 Kapahulu Ave. TANAKA OF TOKYO Be wowed with onion volcanos and flying food tricks while savoring “ono” (delicious) steak, chicken, shrimp, fried rice and more. Tanaka of Tokyo is among Hawaii’s most popular locally-owned family Japanese teppanyaki restaurants. Double the pleasure with a pair of Waikiki locations: Ohana Waikiki East Hotel at 150 Kaiulani Ave. and Waikiki Shopping Plaza at 2250 Kalakaua Ave. HARD ROCK CAFE Situated in the heart of Waikiki, this icon offers an array of collectible fashions and music related merchandise perfect for souvenirs and gifts. Then, follow
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