UMI by Vikram Garg: Global Contemporary Fine Dining in Waikiki
A global contemporary fine dining experience unlike any other
She is the ocean.Her name is mother.Her beloved calls her UMI.
Recognition
- 2023Critic’s Choice: Best New RestaurantHonolulu Star-Advertiser ʻĪlima Awards
- 2025Ovation AwardHonolulu Star-Advertiser ʻĪlima Awards
- 2023 – 2025Diners’ ChoiceOpenTable
- 2023“Vikram Garg’s fine-dining tribute to the ocean”Honolulu Magazine
Global contemporary fine dining in the heart of Waikiki
Chef Garg cooks with the finest seasonal ingredients: produce from Hawaiʻi’s farms and waters, French technique, Japanese precision and the warmth of Indian spice, brought together with his signature execution. Refined, never formal.
UMI by Vikram Garg, located in the lobby of Halepuna Waikiki across from Halekulani, also offers a bespoke Chef’s Table: an evening of courses composed for your party alone.
Daily Service
Breakfast · Daily 7:00am – 10:00am
Dinner · Wednesday – Sunday 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Culinary artistry highlighting global cuisine; embracing the essence of UMAMI.
Celebrating superior ingredients from the land and the sea, UMI by Vikram Garg honors you with sensorial delicacies and our signature art of selfless hospitality: Omotenashi.
About
Chef Philosophy
“I take great pleasure in boldly defying culinary limitations.”
UMI, like the ocean, represents my culinary philosophy and commitment to nurture my guests, connect cultures, sustain agricultural origins, and exceed expectations. Nothing aligns more powerfully with my philosophy than the meaning of UMI, and that is why I chose her name and expansive symbolism. I dedicate this restaurant to discovering and celebrating quantum interpretations of what I call the Ocean’s Harvest.
Global restaurateur and chef innovator Vikram Garg
Vikram Garg has boldly transformed esteemed restaurants around the world, reimagining the standards of Michelin-star culinary experiences for more than three decades.
From restaurants in Tokyo, Korea, Iceland, the British Virgin Islands, Washington D.C. and France, to Hawaiʻi’s iconic Halekulani, Park Lane Lounge Ala Moana and TBD… by Vikram Garg, and in April 2023 a lauded return to Hotels & Resorts of Halekulani with the unveiling of his independent flagship masterpiece, UMI by Vikram Garg at Halepuna Waikiki.
Vikram Garg’s coveted four- and five-star gastronomic ingenuity, acclaimed at The James Beard House, L’Épuisette in Marseille, Matarkjallarinn (Food Cellar) and Tabla, celebrates his global connoisseur acumen, elevating the hospitality industry with savory, sensorial success. Garg delivers an award-winning, masterful culinary experience, every time, and believes in the essential pairing of community and cuisine, committing his passion to sustainable philanthropic giving.
Bespoke Events
- Private Luncheons
- Restaurant Buyouts
- Extraordinary Events
- Chef’s Table
Available upon request
Good to know
How do I make a reservation?
Reserve online through OpenTable using the Reserve button, or call (808) 744-4244. For parties of five or more, a service charge applies (18% at breakfast, 20% at dinner).
When is UMI open?
Breakfast is served daily from 7:00am to 10:00am. Dinner is served Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Where is UMI and where do I park?
UMI is in the lobby of Halepuna Waikiki at 2233 Helumoa Road, across from Halekulani. Complimentary valet parking is available at Halekulani and Halepuna Waikiki.
Is there a dress code?
Smart casual.
Do you offer tasting menus?
Yes. At dinner we offer the Waikiki Tasting Menu (four courses, or five with scallop) and the seven-course ‘UMI’ Tasting Menu, each with an optional wine pairing. See the dinner menu for current prices.
Can you host private events?
Yes: private luncheons, full restaurant buyouts, special celebrations and the Chef’s Table. Send us an inquiry with the form on this page or email concierge@umiwaikiki.com.
Can I tell you about allergies or dietary needs?
Please mention any allergies or dietary needs when you book and tell your server when you arrive; the kitchen will guide you through the menu.
Do you sell gift cards?
Yes. Gift cards can be purchased online and used for breakfast, dinner and the Chef’s Table.
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