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Lunch at Harbor Restaurant 38 (Oahu, Hawaii).

2/4/2017

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[Note]- Please refer to my newer post for the most updated Lunch & Happy Hour menus. 
Harbor 38 Restaurant Honolulu Hawaii (Ruben Sandwich closeup).
Close-up of the Ruben Sandwich.

On a random day, my Fiance tells me he had lunch at Harbor Restaurant 38.
Then proceeded to go on and on raving about it.

But my burning question was, "You went... WITHOUT me?" 

He felt a bit guilty so he brought me this time around.  ;) 
​
Harbor 38 Restaurant Honolulu Hawaii (Ruben Sandwich plate).
Full Harbor Pastrami Ruben Sandwich- $14.50.

My Fiance was actually craving their Brisket Sandwich.  But it turns out, it's a special item (only featured when the chef wants to).   So he picked their Ruben Sandwich instead. 

I'm generally not a fan of the Ruben,
but my Fiance's sandwich looked really mouth-watering and he insisted I take a bite.

WOW is all I can say.  

I would highly recommend.  It's a whole lot of awesome! 
I mean, how can it not?

 There's Swiss cheese, Sauerkraut AND Bacon.
Their chips were really tasty too.

We also liked their Grilled Octopus appetizer. 

Harbor 38 Restaurant Honolulu Hawaii (Grilled Octopus with Arugula).
Grilled Octopus Appetizer- $14 ($12 during Happy Hour).

The octopus was quite tender.  

The arugula, lemon, red onion, cilantro, and garlic is light, yet embraces you like a warm summer. 

​
Harbor 38 Restaurant Honolulu Hawaii (Squid Ink Shrimp Pasta).
Brasa Grilled Scampi- $24.

I was quite excited to see they had squid pasta on their menu.  

Was I blown away?  

Taste-wise, it was delicious!
Every bite was full of melty cheese, garlic and capers.

And they don't scrimp on the garlic either!!!

The shrimps were seasoned in a cajun-like herb mix
(reminiscent of Chef Paul Prudhomme's Blackened Redfish Magic ​seasoning),
then grilled.   It was really tasty just by itself too. 

 I was anticipating the squid ink noodles to be silky soft.  
However, the texture was firmer and more done to Al dente so
if that's not how you usually like your pasta, you might consider ordering something else.




Interior Decor
​

Harbor 38 Restaurant Honolulu Hawaii (Restaurant Interior 1).

​There's actually a lot of seating in their waiting area by the host stand. 

Harbor 38 Restaurant Honolulu Hawaii (Restaurant Interior 2).
Very charming wall decor right?
Harbor 38 Restaurant Honolulu Hawaii (Restaurant Interior 3).
Inside of the restaurant is quite airy.


For visitors
​

LeaLea Trolley Honolulu Stop #7 (Nicos Fishmarket and fishing village).
Lea Lea Trolley Stop #7.
LeaLea Trolley Honolulu Stop #7 (at Nico's Pier 38, Harbor 38 Restaurant).

If you don't plan to drive to Pier 38/ Nico's Fishmarket / Uncle's Fish Market & Grill-- 
this area can be accessed via Lea Lea Trolley.  The stop is right downstairs (outside of Nico's)
​
  • Trolley Map & Schedule (in Japanese).
​
​

Surrounding Area (Photos)
​

Pier 38 Honolulu Hawaii Fishing Village (Directory).
Main area signage (to enter into parking lot).
Pier 38 Honolulu Hawaii Fishing Village (Parking Entrance).
When you see "Hawaiian Ice" warehouses, turn LEFT for the parking lot.
Pier 38 Honolulu Hawaii Fishing Village (Parking area).
Lots of free parking.
Pier 38 Honolulu Hawaii Fishing Village (Harbor 38 Restaurant Entrance).
More free parking in the center middle area as well.
Pier 38 Honolulu Hawaii (Harbor Restaurant 38) exterior view.
The restaurant viewed from the Pier side.
The Harbor restaurant is located right by the pier on the 2nd level of Nico's 38 (which is also fantastic). 

Overall, we highly recommend Harbor 38 Restaurant.  

Their staff were super friendly (from the hostess, server, to management).
 Their solid and fresh seafood dishes and comfortable ambiance will warrant more visits in the future. 

Maybe dinner? 


Harbor Restaurant at Pier 38 


​1129 North Nimitz Hwy
​Honolulu, Hawaii 96817

808.550.3740

HOURS
Everyday 11a-9p
Happy Hour- 3p-6p

RESERVATIONS 
Available online (Open Table).

Harbor 38 Restaurant Website.

CORKAGE
  • $25 or corkage is waived if you bring a bottle not offered on their wine list

HOURS

Harbor Restaurant Pier 38 (Hours sign).


LUNCH MENU
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Harbor Restaurant at Pier 38 (Lunch Menu).
Affordable prices and generous portions for entrees!


HAPPY HOUR
MENU
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Harbor Restaurant at Pier 38 Honolulu (Happy Hour Drinks Menu).
Harbor Restaurant at Pier 38 Honolulu (Happy Hour Pupu Appetizer Menu).


​DRINKS/ DESSERT MENUS
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4 Comments
Mr. Lee
2/5/2017 12:41:52 pm

Wow, nice review, looks good!

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