Going to San Francisco

Several restaraunts in the "Business District" or close by that I have enjoyed recently: Aqua, Tartare, Farallon, Michael Mina, Fifth Floor. All are close to your upper limit, and latter is probably above the stated range, but most of the others could be made to fit. All have excellent wine lists, though none is what I would consider inexpensive. With the vast number of great restaurants in that city, I'm sure you will get many good recommendations.

If you are in Honolulu, I'd recommend: La Mer (really above the upper end, but worth every $, or whatever), Aaron's Atop the Ala Moana, Alan Wong's (the original on King St), 3660 on the Rise (a bit out of Honolulu proper) and Bali by the Sea (great last trip, but not always so in the past). If you are in Kona-area of the Big Island, Alan Wong's at the four Seasons, Hualalai Grille, is great AND a deal. Their Pahuia restaurant is excellent, though a bit more pricey. Upcountry Big Island: Daniel Thiebaut in Kailua is worth the drive. In Kapaa, Kauai, Jean-Marie Josselin's A Pacific Cafe is not to be missed. Lahaina, Maui, has several: Pacifico's, David Paul's, Avalon and Gerard's are all worth the money. David Paul's has about the best wine list of the group, and was fairly priced, when I was last there.

Safe and enjoyable trip, Hunt