Michel’s Restaurant

Nestled along Honolulu's quiet Kaimana Beach, fine dining reaches new heights at Michel's Restaurant at the Colony Surf. Since 1962, Michel's has shone bright as a beacon of elegance and romance, luring guests with French-inspired cuisine and a rendition of warm hospitality that so quintessentially expresses Aloha. This iconic location, on Waikiki's quieter side near Diamond Head, brings both visitors and locals to its doors and has become the favorite spot for milestone celebrations, intimate dinners, and large events.

Renowned for artistry on a plate, Michel's chefs create gastronomic wonders with the finest ingredients, and every plate tells its own story of pride and dedication to quality. Among the restaurant's signature dishes, Lobster Bisque à la Michel's is an intricate creation that requires more than 48 hours of preparation. With live Maine lobsters presented on a red snapper bone stock, the bisque is set aflame tableside by a dramatic cognac flambé for flair, sophistication, and flavor.

The setting itself is an ode to nature, where golden sunsets and moonlit waves elevate the dining experience. Knowledgeable of both cuisine and wine, the restaurant's attentive staff guides diners on a customized dining path, pairing each course with selections from a thoughtfully curated wine list. From anniversaries to weddings, or simply a desire to experience something special, every guest at Michel's dines amidst an atmosphere that marries the intimacy of ocean views with sophistication inspired by European cuisine.

At Michel's, dining options range from an intimate dinner for a full venue buyout for parties of all sizes. A committed events manager will guide every detail from planning customized menus and wine pairing to décor and entertainment choices to make each party truly unforgettable. Its roots firmly set in a long history of fine dining and high quality service, Michel's at the Colony Surf is one charming restaurant that surely takes care of moments long after the last course has been served.