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Downtown Honolulu Food Tour with 5 Local Favorites Tastings
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Secret Food Tours walks you through Waikiki for five tastings including poke and malasadas. The tour takes 3 hours from $107 per adult. You meet at the King David Kalakaua statue at 2050 Kalakaua Avenue. Shared departures run daily from 11 a.m., while private departures start at 11:30 a.m. Despite the Downtown title, the route stays in Waikiki and ends near International Market Place.
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Downtown Honolulu Food Tour with 5 Local Favorites Tastings at a glance
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Price | from $107 per adult |
| Shared starts | 11 a.m., noon, 4 p.m. or 5 p.m. daily |
| Private starts | 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. daily |
| Meeting point | King David Kalakaua statue, 2050 Kalakaua Avenue |
| Food | Five tastings, menu subject to change |
| Group | Up to 12 on the shared tour, private option for your own party |
| Ages | All ages, children with an adult |
| Main trade-off | A Waikiki route despite the Downtown title |
| Guide languages | English |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on . Children pay less.
What's included
- A signature secret dish, revealed on the day of the tour
- Fresh, vibrant Poke – diced fish and tropical ingredients for an authentic Hawaiian taste.
- Warm, pillowy Malasadas: a sweet, Portuguese-inspired treat, fried to golden perfection.
- Seasonal Hawaiian comfort tacos: bursting with fresh, local flavors unique to the islands.
- Cool, tropical Hawaiian Shave Ice: a refreshing, colorful treat perfect for the island sun.
What's not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up / drop-off
Options
Which option to book
The shared option puts you with up to 12 guests. The private option keeps the walk to your party and has different daily departure times.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Honolulu Small Group Food Tour | 11 a.m., noon, 4 p.m. and 5 p.m., daily |
| Private Honolulu Food Tour | 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., daily |
The catch: The 3-hour walk stays in Waikiki, so it won't cover downtown Honolulu or Chinatown.
Route
How does the day work?
Waikiki's landmarks give the food walk its route, with tastings woven between the history stops.
- 20 min
1. King David Kalakaua Statue
The walk starts with Hawaii's last king. The guide explains how Kalakaua kept Hawaiian culture and food traditions alive.
- 20 min
2. Brothers in Valor Memorial
This memorial honors Japanese Americans who helped the Allied war effort. Your guide tells you about the people it honors.
- 20 min
3. Fort DeRussy Beach Park
The walk crosses the beachfront park that's home to the U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii. The stop covers Waikiki's defenses.
- 20 min
4. The Royal Hawaiian
The pink hotel brings tales of past guests and hauntings. It's a history stop on the Waikiki walk.
- 20 min
5. Duke Kahanamoku Statue
The Duke Kahanamoku statue marks Waikiki's surfing story. Your guide tells how he helped spread the sport.
- 20 min
6. Kuhio Beach
The route reaches Waikiki's shore at Kuhio Beach. This stop traces the history of surfing.
- 20 min
7. International Market Place
Your walk ends near the shops in central Waikiki. This is the last stop on the food tour.
The 3-hour walk combines food tastings with landmark stops of 20 minutes each. You finish near International Market Place. The route and menu can change with the day's conditions.
Pickup and meeting point
- Meeting landmark: Your guide waits at the King David Kalakaua statue, 2050 Kalakaua Avenue. The guide carries an orange umbrella.
- Arrival time: Arrive at least 15 minutes before your departure. That leaves time to check in with the guide.
- Walking needs: Wear shoes that feel good for a long walk. The tour can't take wheelchairs or guests who need special help.
- Your transport: Hotel rides aren't part of the tour. The walk ends near International Market Place and won't take you back to the starting statue.
Before you book
- Check dietary needs before booking. The menu can change and substitutions aren't guaranteed.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
The shared walk suits you if 3 hours of eating near your Waikiki hotel sounds useful. You'll join no more than 12 guests. It's open to all ages with children accompanied by adults. A private option costs more if you want just your own party.
For markets beyond Waikiki, the Chinatown food tour includes Honolulu and Waikiki hotel pickup, from $150 per person for 2 or more. The Monsarrat lunch walk takes 1 to 2 hours if your time is tighter, from $159 per adult.
Who it's not for
- Visitors expecting downtown Honolulu or Chinatown
- Wheelchair users or guests requiring special mobility assistance
- Travelers needing a fixed menu or guaranteed substitutions
Good to know
Know before you go
Arrive at the statue 15 minutes before departure. Your guide carries an orange umbrella. The meeting statue is King David Kalakaua at 2050 Kalakaua Avenue, near the entrance to Waikiki.
Comfortable shoes matter on this walk between food stops. The tour can't take wheelchairs or guests needing special mobility assistance. Strollers are allowed, and children need an adult with them.
Your menu and route can shift with weather or venue availability. Check dietary requirements with Secret Food Tours before booking. A request doesn't guarantee that every tasting can be replaced.
The shared tour has a limit of 12 guests. A private departure keeps the group to your party and costs more. The booking limit is also 12 travelers.
Your booking provides a ticket for your phone. The walk finishes near International Market Place rather than back at the meeting statue. Keep that different finish point in your plans.
Cancellation is fully refundable until 24 hours before the scheduled start. After that deadline, you won't get the price back. The tour's menu can change without the whole outing being canceled.
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
A first taste of Chinatown
Honolulu: Off The Beaten Path Food TourChinatown brings you into the markets beyond Waikiki. The 3-hour food walk includes hotel pickup, from $150 per person for 2 or more.
★ 5.0 · 831 reviews · from $150 per person for 2 or more
A shorter neighborhood lunch
Honolulu's Walking Food TourMonsarrat's lunch walk lasts 1 to 2 hours. It costs from $159 per adult, with a minimum of 4 guests for the standard rate.
★ 4.8 · 30 reviews · from $159 per adult
Food stops with a driver
We Go Eat: Secret Aloha Bites TourWe Go Eat handles the driving between stops. Lunch and pickup from selected hotels cost from $229.32 per adult, and you'll need 4 hours free.
★ 4.8 · 56 reviews · from $229.32 per adult
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Questions
People also ask
- How much is the Secret Food Tours Waikiki walk?
The tour costs from $107 per adult and includes five food tastings. The shared departure has up to 12 guests. You can choose a private option for your own party at a higher price. Hotel pickup isn't included.
- Is Secret Food Tours Honolulu in Chinatown or Waikiki?
It's in Waikiki, where you spend 3 hours walking and tasting. The start is the King David Kalakaua statue. International Market Place marks the area where your tour ends. The Downtown Honolulu name doesn't mean this route takes you into Chinatown.
- Can you book a private Secret Food Tours walk in Waikiki?
Yes, private departures run at 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. A later private start is at 4:30 p.m. Your party stays together without other bookings joining the group. The private option costs more than the shared walk.
- What time should you arrive for Secret Food Tours Waikiki?
You need to arrive 15 minutes before your booked start. The guide's orange umbrella helps you find the group at the King David Kalakaua statue. Your ticket is on your phone. Pickup from your hotel isn't part of this tour.
- Can children join the Secret Food Tours Waikiki walk?
Yes, the tour has tickets for all ages, including infants aged 0 to 2. Children must come with an adult. You'll need to allow for 3 hours on foot with food stops. Strollers can join, though wheelchairs can't be accommodated.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Booking happens on the booking page, at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.