Visitors and travel experts alike agree that Oahu’s Oceanarium Restaurant is a great place to add to your Hawaii travel agenda. Conveniently located inside the Pacific Beach Hotel that fronts Kalakaua Avenue (2490 to be exact) ,Waikiki’s main drag along the beach. The atmosphere and great food will leave you full and content.

The two story aquarium, full of amazing sea life, sets the happy and casual feel of the restaurant. children are welcomed with a smile and they will be patiently occupied with the aquarium. The staff is very attentive making your dining experience even more enjoyable.

The seafood and prime rib buffet are well worth the money. The Hefty menu seems to have endless choices including a sushi bar that will keep all the sushi lovers full. One thing you won’t find on the menu is their drink speciality. You have to ask for it. Be prepared for a treat like no other. This incredible drink is a whole pineapple filled with a delicious blended mix that is served as a smoking beverage (created by dry ice). This drink is the only thing in the restaurant that will turn heads away from the aquarium.

If your timing is right (traditionally 5pm) you can watch the scuba diver feed the fish. For a romantic surprise, and a nominal fee, you can have the scuba diver present an underwater sign for your special someone.

It’s easy to drop in any time you are on the Waikiki strip but it is advisable to make reservations. Be sure to ask for a table next to the aquarium. A good savings tip is to pick up a few free tourists magazines and find some coupons for the restaurant.

Don’t miss out on this place! It’s fun, unique and it’s well worth the stop!