Frequently Asked Questions

We accept both advance reservations and walk-ins. To guarantee seating, especially for dinner service, weekend dining, and special occasions in Honolulu, we strongly recommend reserving a table online via OpenTable and Resy, or by calling our host team directly at (808) 777-3100.

For a quieter, more intimate dining experience, we recommend visiting during early evening hours (between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM) or booking a table on weeknights.

Yes. While we are famous for our USDA Prime dry-aged steaks, our menu also features fresh island seafood, live lobster, lamb chops, fresh salads, pasta, and classic steakhouse appetizers like thick-cut Canadian bacon, chilled shrimp cocktail, and crab cakes.

Yes, we feature an award-winning wine list with hundreds of international vintages and rare Napa Valley Cabernets, curated to pair with dry-aged beef, alongside handcrafted signature cocktails, single-malt whiskeys, and fine spirits.

Yes, we take food allergies and dietary needs very seriously. Please inform your server or note dietary restrictions when making your reservation so our kitchen team can safely adapt your meal for gluten-free, dairy-free, or specific ingredient sensitivities.

Yes, Empire Steak House Hawaii warmly welcomes families. We provide a comfortable, accommodating atmosphere suitable for multi-generational family gatherings and guests of all ages visiting Honolulu.

Our dress code is smart casual attire, including covered shoes. Kindly avoid beachwear, hats and tank tops. Aloha shirts, collared shirts, dress shorts, and fine resort wear are welcome as guests transition from a day in Waikiki to an evening of fine dining. Please refrain from anyoverly revealing or inappropriate attire.

Yes. We are located at 1777 Ala Moana Blvd in Honolulu, positioned right between the Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach. We are directly adjacent to the Prince Waikiki Hotel and minutes from the Hilton Hawaiian Village.

Absolutely. Empire Steak House provides an elegant setting, world-class dry-aged steaks, and attentive service that make it one of Honolulu's premier destinations for birthday dinners, anniversary celebrations, rehearsal dinners, and business meetings. Please contact our team at events@empiresteakhousehawaii.com for more information on semi-private or private rooms, availability, and menu packages.

Founded by the Sinanaj brothers, who built a legendary steakhouse reputation in Manhattan, Empire Steak House Hawaii blends authentic NYC steakhouse traditions with island hospitality. We serve hand-selected USDA Prime beef dry-aged in-house, including our signature Emperor’s Steak for Two.