50 Best Chinese Restaurants in Honolulu

“Order by app. Space is small, like a neighborhood vibe. Service is friendly and accommodating. Order these and thank me later:
1. Dry Double Cooked Pork (flat noodles or rice)
2. Wu Wei Spicy Beef Noodle (the beef!)
3. Booed Fish with Pickled Cabbage (broth)
4. Shredded Pork Green Pepper
5. Any noodle soup“

“The service is amazing so is Jimmy very friendly and courteous. Their food is delicious I have my favorites the house fried rice, bean curd roll, I try various items and never disappointed!! Highly recommended!! ❤️

Vegetarian options: They are able to meet any customers request.“

“Very good and authentic Hongkong comfort food as in fan, rice and noodles. The food came quickly and the sitting area was small, but clean.

Parking: Most of the time, parking isn’t an issue.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“This is my go to for the office! The always hit the spot! Love their options. I always arrive early and the open a little early to accommodate. I love them! Fast, Friendly!“

“self rotating skewers were so delicious and fun to watch. side dishes were amzing too“

“This has been on my list for a while. Many members of a Hawaii Local Food group were raving about this.The combination of roasted pork and duck was so good. The flavor was authentic. Moist and juicy. The price is right as well.

Vegetarian options: If you are vegetarian, just stay away.“

“All the noodles and appetizers (popcorn chicken, chicken skewers) are very DELICIOUS! The server was very friendly. The concept (you choose your own broth and toppings and the chef cooks for you) is so cool and interesting. We are coming back the 2nd day in a row!

Vegetarian options: Plenty of veggie options for vegetarians“

“The foods are of Cantonese style and they are quite compatible to restaurants from other parts of the world where many Cantonese live (Hong Kong, San Francisco, Los Angeles). The prices are affordable, and services are good. The atmosphere is a little noisy though“

“Good Sichuan style noodle restaurant to go. My family and I ate here several times since pre-covid.
The food here is always delicious. My go to item is always Zajiang noodles with Peas little or very spicy. It's a nice balance of flavor. It can get spicy unless you mix it very well, most of the spicy soup will be at the bottom.
The house fried chicken and wontons are also delicious.
Since covid, they no longer use paper menus. Scan the QR code and click the link. In the link, scroll select and order. You can pay later. If you seem lost, ask them...it may be a while before they help you. Service will bring out your food and provide water. Pay by going to the cashier in the front.
I like the atmosphere, it's comfortable and has a good setting for families and groups to eat in.

Parking: 808 center where Mian is located. Payment is necessary to use their vertical parking structure.

Kid-friendliness: I see many families, groups of people and singles here.

Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp on hot pot restaurant side of the center. Front entry is a pair door, easy or wheelchair access.“

“Lee Ho Fook is a fantastic spot for authentic flavors! The fish cake soup was absolutely delicious—rich and flavorful, making for a comforting start to the meal. The mini chicken cake noodle with gravy was also amazing, with perfectly cooked noodles and a savory gravy that ties everything together. Highly recommend for anyone craving satisfying and well-prepared dishes!“

“Parking: Its a walk up window off a sidewalk. Not a dine-in. There's like 2 to 3 street parking right in front but the food is cheap and good that there's no open parking when we go.

Wheelchair accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible unless you catch tha bus.“

“My husband was passing by and said we should go there because there were a lot of people, so we went without thinking much, but it was really, really delicious!

It's a taste that you'll always remember once you go there.
It was my favorite meal of all the things I ate in Hawaii. The meat is so good~ The fish balls are so delicious. My husband also said it was the best. ^^ I'm going to go again before I go back. The staff are very friendly and remember me when I go back.

I need to come to Hawaii again to eat this haha.“

“The quality of your dishes is very high on customer satisfaction!“

“At first, I was worried the food would not be that great because of the lack of people inside the restaurant, but boy could I be more wrong! Service was very fast and the owner was funny, charismatic, and overall a great personality to be around. On the other hand, the food was absolutely delicious and did not disappoint. The portions was humongous and the hot and sour soup was my favorite! Everything tasted incredibly authentic, like I was sitting at the dinner table with my own grandmother serving the food (if she had a few Michelin stars). Additionally, the vegetarian options could form its own resturaunt! Please check this restaurant out if you are in the Waikiki area!“

“Great tasting Chinese food, I am so happy that Mini Garden is still available at this location after they were forced to leave the old 99 market location that is now Home Depot Moanalua. prices here are much better than other Chinese restaurants in this area and the food is always tasty. Highly recommended to give this spot a shot if your in the area and wanting some Chinese food.

Parking: lots of parking in the parking lot and there is no charge for parking here. there is street parking on both roads on either side of the parking lot also, but they are usually filled by the people who work in the surrounding area.“

“The food was fresh and delicious. Service friendly and helpful. You’ll feel like you’ve arrived at that hidden gem where the locals eat authentic Asian food. Hong Kong style noodles were delicious, as was the tofu and eggplant. Vegetarian potstickers were not listed on the expansive menu, but when the server realized we were vegetarian she made the recommendation. Great place!“

“Simple, shareable, strongly spiced food, reasonably priced but will make you want to drink. Cozy, maybe 10 tables total. Bonus points for being open late but that will mean rowdy tables. Party room next door overwhelms the ambiance with skull-numbing, throbbing bass. Limited parking.“

“Walking and exploring around Chinatown Sunday morning, and I decided to get in and see what they were selling here...Wow they are very busy it should be good I thought, I must try something! They were noodles!! They were SO fresh and really really good, cheap and most of them were sold out early morning. I tried the Look Fun one, the only one available, no sauce to dip in like soy sauce or something, but I love it! I had to stop eating them...I was on my way to eat Chinese Dim Sum at Golden Palace.Features: Everyone wearing gloves and masks.“

“Had a wonderful family meal here. The woman working did a great job taking care of the front of the house by herself on a busy Friday with 2 full 12 top tables, a couple of random walk-ins plus lots of take out orders. BYOB and BYOD (dessert) 😊 The order-ahead honey BBQ pork ribs are a MUST! We brought in our own fish and lobster, which they did a fantastic job preparing for us 😋 It's always great dining with a large group at a Chinese restaurant because you get a chance to try lots of dishes. Everything was delicious!“

“The BEST jajamin!!! And and crispy, sweet sour pork! Friendly staff, great food . Consistent 👍🏻“

“The food was amazing and everything we expected after we saw the video on You Tube. The prices and portions are good and filling.“

“I was thirsty on the way back from Izumo Taisha Shrine in Hawaii, so I drank Sparring Lilikoi.
I didn't know about the boba iris when I asked for it, so I felt like I was in charge.
It was about $4 for size S, so it's about half the price of Waikiki.“

“Great value for the price. Everything from house specials to their ala cart selection is worth it too. Looks like their hours has changed post COVID, they are only open till 2 PM or till they run out. I highly recommend the Oyster Sauce Chicken with Cake Noodles.“

“A very pleasant surprise here. Don’t let its name fool you as it serves a wide variety of authentic Chinese dishes, mostly of Cantonese variety, but also some Shanghainese and Szechuan dishes. We had the ginger/onion chicken (similar to Hainan chicken) and beef with bitter melon. Both were very tasty and sizes were quite large. We will try its noodles on our next visit. The proprietor who also served as the cook was very friendly and efficient. A definitely worth future visits.

Vegetarian options: Like any legitimate Chinese restaurant, one can order different stir fried fresh vegetables.

Parking: There are a few spaces directly in front of the restaurant and there’s a sign that says more parking in the back

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“Best Roasted Duck in all the islands. Take out to neighbor islands too.“

“I am from Vegas & have had 2 great experiences! Food is extremly delicious ? the service is amazing they are very attentive with their drink refills (tea). We ordered kung pao, green beans, fried rice, jumbo shrimp (yummy), pan fried noodle. Everything was very delicious!!! Great prices, quality food.“

“Are doing...?
It has a similar atmosphere, but it turns out that they are a hardworking shop with no breaks from opening in the morning to closing in the evening.

For my friend who used to live in Hong Kong for a long time, and for us who have lived in Taiwan, it feels somewhat nostalgic ✨
I've had dinner here several times, and so far I haven't missed a meal ❤︎
The fish dishes, noodles, and stir-fried vegetables are all delicious♪

Every time I go there, the restaurant is reserved and I worry that it will run out someday.
Maybe it's busy during lunch or Uber eats...?

The lady at the shop is also friendly, and although she may not be as polite, I like her because she's easy to get used to😊

However...I remember that when I drank wine, it was kind of expensive 😅 I recommend checking the price before ordering 👍
I always forget to take pictures...💦“

“Aloha; this spot has been around for years but this was my first time enjoying thier establishment with my family. The service was quiet but instant, food was served the quickest I have ever seen in a Chinese spot. The food was perfect, cake noodles were perfect, Mongolian beef tender, Egg Blossom soup was unreal good and Peking duck was perfectly tender and moist. There are only about 32 seats available but most people do take out. It's super old school look made me feel like it was the 80 again enjoying it with family...I loved it. You have to try it. This is how I remember traditional Chinese food.“

“This little “hole-in-the-wall” I’ve been coming to for years, possibly decades, but I haven’t been since new ownership took over. I was hesitant because the previous owners I’ve gotten to know over the years and they put so much effort into their food… I’m happy to report that the food is just as good!I ordered the soup noodles with pork and pickled vegetables and it was like I remembered. The soup base was delicious and the noodles cooked perfectly. I also order the salt & pepper chicken wings for good measure and those were great too!If you have a craving for HK-style cafe food, this is the spot to visit!“

“I had their minute chicken cake noodle. Probably the best iteration of the dish I’ve had in Hawaii: delicious sauce, tender chicken, and superb quality noodles. However, the prices of their menu seem to change based on the cashier of the day. Kinda sketch.“

“A generous bucket of fresh tofu-fa for just $4, served with a delightful ginger sugar sauce. This place has been a staple for 20 years, though they now only open on weekends. The owner, a kind and welcoming Chinese lady, adds a personal touch to the experience.
Located next to Troy's Enterprise, the local fish market.

Vegetarian options: Tofu-fa“

“I love the macadamia nut and sesame seeds brittle“

“🤤 Best char siu mauna pua I’ve had in Hawaii so far! You might have to get here early to get the full menu. Lots of things appeared to be out of stock. Spam fried rice was delicious, and everything else we tried was good as well. Highly recommend. 👌👌👌👌👌 Affordable.“

“I finally walked into this place, and I am so happy that I did. The food was absolutely delicious. Not only did it taste wonderful, but it was visually appealing.
The service was terrific. She was fast & attentive.
I love this place!“

“You must try the crab! You will not be disappointed.“

“I absolutely love the dim sum here. As a half-Cantonese kid, their dumplings are more in line with traditional HK flavors than Hawaiian style. So their Siu Mai is more like Siu Mai than pork hash if ya get me;) The half moon and ha gow is delicious and very big. The char siu is another fav from here, really I think everything is good! Service can be surly though! Depends which Aunty you get and how she feels that day! Haha.“

“Must try Dim Sum! BEST CHAR SIU BUNS EVER!!! The shu Mai and shrimp and chive dumplings were absolutely incredible as well! All the ingredients taste so fresh and and were perfectly assembled with such AMAZING flavors. I cannot wait to go back! Definitely try the desserts too! I would gain 5lbs a week if I lived closer.“

“No nonsense rice and noodle dishes. The wonton noodle soup had 8 dumplings, few slices of seafood roll and some veggies. Never had such a full bowl ever. They open at 7am! It was a great start to the day. Freshly made to order. Friendly service in a barely adequate dining space.“

“We moved back to Hawaii after six years in Southern Mexico. We were craving every food but tacos. After being away from Hawaii for so long, the prices made our jaws drop. Some of my favorites had closed. We walked by Liu’s Several times. There are many choices in the plaza. We finally went a few weeks ago...we have been back two more times. The food is great, prices even better and the owners are very kind and efficient. The ambiance does not matter to us. We love everything about this place..going again Tuesday to feed a party. Love it.“

“Small menu with classic flavors. We tried the shrimp/chicken/pork and chive, the chicken and shiitake, and pork and napa cabbage. We got them pan fried but can also get boiled. All were very good. It gives asian comfort food, almost like a Ba Fang.“

“Come here often when I come to Hawaii. It’s a good restaurant!“

“AMAZING. Great service - even better food!!!! made fresh“

“Went here looking for a good authentic Chinese place for take out (but that also had some orange chicken, which I don’t believe is authentic lmao) and this place had soooo many options! The lady had a lot of patience with me over the phone as I asked a lot of questions. The portions were very large and everything was delicious! Will definitely be coming back! Mahalo“

“Samsung Jjamppong Rice was the most delicious. My son was excited about the top that was given to him while eating Jjajangmyeon!
The Jjajangmyeon is delicious!!
It's a shame that we don't have yellow pickled radish from before!“

“A typical looking traditional dim sum place. I ordered some basic dim sums to go and they were fine, but nothing special. Each dim sum is about $6. It took a little longer than expected to get my small order ready, but it wasn’t bad. Servers were very friendly.

Vegetarian options: Some options were available.

Parking: Park in the adjacent building at a dollar per hour with the first 30 minutes free.“

“I don't often review fast food, but this experience makes the exception. I got my food quickly and with no issues. Excellent prep of the dishes across the board, not fine dining, obviously, but you can tell the quality was more than up to standards.
However, what stood out to me was the whole crew and the manager's kindness, a large group of elderly women we're approaching from the parking lot and he (the only employee in a blue polo) immediately jumped out for behind the counter to get the door for them and greeted them all with a smile. Honestly, it made my day!“

“I like their Hainanese chicken but their pork hash is the best! my friends love the pig ear.“

“Nicest lady works there and the food is good. I've tried the cold ginger chicken, soup, beef broccoli, crispy gau gee mein, fried rice, chicken jook, etc. All were good. Service is fast and the prices are on par with other Chinese restaurants. The area is nice and there's lots of free parking. The restaurant is clean and cool and it's one of my favorites.“

“We ordered online and picked up our food. The wait time wasn't long, quicker than I had expected actually. We had sweet/sour pork, shrimp fried rice and crispy gau gee mein with cake noodle. The pork was good but there was a bit too much sauce for my preference, the fried rice didn't really have too much flavor but after I poured shoyu on it, she go! The cake noodle was definitely my favorite part, I loved the sauce, I love that it was loaded with vegetables and meat, it was the best part or our order truthfully. The gau gee was good too but they didn't give us any sauce for it and that's what it really needed. But on a scale of 1-10, I'd give this place a 8.5, lol“

“Staff is always nice here! Parking can be hard, but just wait a bit & a stall will open for you. The service is quick, so people are usually ordering & then they are out!

The food is good! Yummy! And they are generous with their portions, so that's good. Prices are hmmm...high? But honestly, they give you so much food.

They have mini manapua now with lots of different flavors. Only the regular size char siu manapua (either steamed or baked) is available now.“