Asian Fusion •
“The garlic fried rice is bomb. The mandoo is also bomb, the kimchee was awesome too.Compared to the other places, eat here. It is so good, even if you don't drink.Ordered the garlic fried rice, comes with three mandoo and kimchee.Please eat here, as other people said inside h-mart.“
“I read quite a few reviews of eateries in Chinatown pushing a narrative that this is a scary or unsafe area, please don't let this deter you. Chinatown has some of the best restaurants on the island and Fete is one of them. Everything Ive had at Fete has been extremely fresh and made to perfection. I can't say enough good things about the chef and the friendly attentive staff. Do yourself a favor and make the reservation now, you'll thank me later!Vegetarian options: I had the risotto and fete salad both were incredibly fresh and delicious!“
“I've been wanting to try this place for over a long time now and FINALLY got a chance a chance to go!! Luckily it was early on a Wednesday night and we were able to walk in without reservations. But with only two guys working they limited the seating. Located in the a tiny intimate space with a bar and some tables I heard that the best seats are at the bar with front row seats so you can see the bartenders do their thing. We were seated on a table where we couldn't see but it's ok because we were engaged in conversation all night. Love that we all got different things and got to try each other's drinks. Everything was crafted with excellent care and beautifully and articulately presented with a short narrative about each drink. The starred ones were my faves. Round 1: ***E ho'o pau mai tai-12 year rum, spices: orgeat, fig lime, absinthe, keawe wood smoke. My friend said this was the world's best mai tai. I always wonder how anyone can make that claim unless they have literally travelled the world and tasted every maitai. They might not be wrong though, because this award winning drink was one of the best maitais I've ever had!!! Not too sweet, much more complex than your typical beach drink, and full of wonderful flavors! Masterfully made! **Kisetsu Sour/ lilikoi - changes seasonally - Nikka Coffey gin, mason pepper, yuzu, bergamot, lilikoi, lemon, tonic . This drink changes with the "seasons". Beautiful, refreshing and too easy to drink! Espresso martini- haku vodka, pandan, cynar, sesame, cold brew, whole egg. They smoke the espresso beans in front of you. My friend liked his drink more than I did. Round 2: Red Shiso smash- (not on the menu)-Toki, red shiso, lemon, yuzu, wasabon sugar, soda. Good but not my favorite. ***El Umami- tequila, mezcal, bergamot, strawberry, tomato, bergamot- lovely in looks and taste! A little sweet, a little smoky. Roma Norte- mezcal, chile verde, grapefruit, honey, black pepper, frozen apple. Super cool presentation. Good if you like smoky. ***Smoked salmon- bourbon smoked salmon, wasabi, dill oil, smoked trout roe. Soooo good! Great for sharing. Excellent servers knew we'd need more bread. Complimentary: Rice ball snacks Dessert: Ganache with yuzu- a perfect ending! Service by the guy in the leather apron and hat (sorry didn't catch his name ) was top notch. We were very well attended to. Love that they fill chilled water without having to be asked through the evening. I can see why people love this place and why it's James Beard worthy! Drinks nowadays are pricey everywhere. Theirs come with creativity, care, craftsmanship and class which give them more value than those at most other bars.“
“Stopped by this British-influenced bar and restaurant upon a recommendation on my last night in Honolulu. The service was a bit cold but the drinks definitely delivered. The cheeseboard-inspired blue cheese washed cocktail was unlike anything I’ve had with a deep savouriness balanced by the pleasant tart-sweetness of pickled grapes. It’s a showstopper. I also loved the alcoholic tepache, which is pleasantly fermented and not too sweet. Didn’t try any food but it sounded good too.“
“The walls! The walls are alive! Love it. It works. The music is a vibe. The staff is a vibe. The hand roll I ordered was foodgasmic. If I wasn't trying to kill time for dinner at another restaurant, I could've eaten 15 of these. My apologies as I do not remember what I ordered. This was 2 months ago in January. I have a pic if you can tell what it is by looking. The drinks were so decorative and nostalgic! The white bunny candy was part of the drink. Y'all know what it is. Look at pic. Cute right?“
“A must-visit famous restaurant that ranks as the latest in Hawaiian gourmet food.Each dish is infused with ingenuity and a variety of tastes, and I hear that its reputation has only increased since it opened in 2016.If you remember the names of chefs Anthony Rush and Chris Kajioka, something good will come of it.It is located in downtown, about 25 minutes from Waikiki, taking into account traffic congestion.As a leading Hawaiian gourmet restaurant on Oahu that continues to evolve over the years, this is a restaurant that you should definitely make a reservation for when you come to Oahu.“
“I believe this restaurant is best for two things... their renown drinks and deserts. I found their dinner menu to be significantly underwhelming and flavorless.l which came as a shock as their drinks spoke volumes. Would only come again for drinks and desert...“
American • $$$
“My wife and I had dinner on the rooftop here for our honeymoon today. Our hostess (Allie I think?) was extremely personable, friendly, and caring. She took the extra time to talk with us and gave a 10 out of 10 experience. The cocktails, food, and drinks were also excellent. Allie (I think) needs a raise because her caliber of service is extraordinary?“
“Amazing experience! The food and the service was on point!To drink I had the pink Cadillac which tastes great! We started with a wedge salad, crab cakes, shrimp cocktail and the fried rice. Our entrees were the lobster pan roast, prime rib petite filet with taro dinner rolls. We ended the meal with the taro bread pudding and ice cream which paired well together. So I highly recommend getting the 2. All in all 5 ⭐️ meal!“
“A local foodie took me to Redfish after claiming it's the best Poke on the island. It was definitely the best Poke Ive ever had. The ordering system is clear and diverse as well. So many choices for the protein and toppings! Something for everyone and fairly priced.“
“A fun, hipster bar - especially perfect for audiophiles. Ambiance: This bar is definitely a "chill" spot. The lighting, interior, and song choices were all a 10/10. Drinks: My friends commented that the drinks were creative, delicious, and worth the wait. I would expect to spend around $30-50 per person if you were to order a few drinks and snacks. Parking: Since this spot is located in Chinatown/Downtown, parking is a little tricky. If street parking is not an option, the municipal lot is nearby with parking being a a few dollars. There is also a lot next to the restaurant, but parking prices I believe, are just under $10.“
“Went to have lunch with my daughter. It was my first time there, she's been there multiple times so I let her do the ordering. Our server Tammy, was very attentive. Filled out Plantation Iced Tea a lot ?. We had the Tomato Basil soup, Crusted Chicken salad and the Turkey and Avocado sandwich.“
“Past this place a couple of times visiting my sister and knew I had to visit before I headed back to the mainland. Customer service is excellent! Clean and fun atmosphere…throw back to the 50’s that definitely keep your eyes busy. Food was really good and the root beer float I recommend!“
“A friend who live in Honolulu recommended us to this restaurant, so we decided to give it a try. The prime rib is so tender , they even helped us to cut it to smaller pieces so we could share. We also had Beets & frisee. The portion of scallop mushroom risotto was very generous, and the taste was very flavourful. Sunchoke & Brussels was another nice dish. The service was attentive. At the end, we couldn’t finish the food, so we had to pack to go.It was a nice dinner!“
“Want some live music and a chill place to eat and drink? The atmosphere was so Aloha, very relaxing. Our bartender Matt was so polite and really helped to bring the whole experience together. Glad I stopped by ? Will definitely be coming back!“
“Typical local bar serving local style Japanese food. Great happy hour specials. The place does get really loud so if you want to come for an intimate conversation not the police I would go. Great to bring groups of friends over. Best hidden gem on the menu is the garlic bread and garlic cream sauce.“
“I'm so glad that they do reservations now making it much more accessible. Plus no need for a nickel or having to call and get a code! They are located in Hawaiian Brian's on the right before the pool hall. I really like the ambiance in there and how they have almost a different theme for the sections. The orange tree in the middle is a cool piece right in the middle. We sat behind the speakers in a little corner that had a Korean bar feel. Our servers Wes and Lindsey were super on it and came by often, explained the menu really well and all around on top of things. We went on a Saturday and unfortunately they had run out of a couple dishes, btw they are all vegan or mostly vegan as some dishes have honey in it. What you're really coming here is for drinks tho, they have lots of specialty cocktails which are unique to them, I like the flavors and how they section them off on the menu by types. Drinks run about $15 each and they have a variety of sippy shots at $10. If you like the shot they can turn it into a full cocktail if you want. I'd definitely want to come back and try other drinks on their menu!“
“Visiting from Maui. We just went to AYCE Hot pot and wanted to get dessert elsewhere. This review is for the dessert and service. mahiao table had me at the lilikoi lava cake with the photos they had of this amazing dessert! It is by far the best dessert I've ever had! It's not the best photo as I didn't want my hubby to eat all the dessert while I took a photo All the components of this dish worked so well together. I loved the Caramelized okoshi! If you're a Lilikoi lover you must get this!“
“Hana Koa was great as always. Really glad I made a reservation for this date because it was especially crowded (I forgot it was Song Contest night and they are right down the street from Blaisdell). Traffic was really bad but luckily they saved my reservation even though I was a little later than the 15 minute grace period. I was seated immediately and greeted with a smile by the hostesses and my server Calvin (who is always the best!). The beers were awesome and I will definitely be back.“
“Beautiful restaurant. Service was great and the food was excellent. Our table had the pork chop and the Butter Fish, both perfect. Only negative comment, there was no one there. Our dinner from 6pm to 8pm on a Saturday night and the restaurant never was at half capacity so no buzz, some may like that.“
“A chill sports bar with Hawaiian bar food for your next pau hana. The place is no frills, casual place to get together with friends and watch the game. They also show UH games if they're on. I liked the vibe so I came two times in one week.If you don't drink, my favorite is the virgin strawberry margarita with li hing powder on the rim of the glass, paired with fish tofu patties. I had the poke but it's not my favorite. The fish and chips were super generous.The downside is the extremely limited parking. The free parking lot could accommodate probably less than 10 cars and the rest would need to find street parking (which is also hard since it's close-ish to town by a busy road)Vegetarian options: Minimal vegetarian optionsParking: The free parking lot could accommodate probably less than 10 cars and the rest would need to find street parking (which is also hard since it's close-ish to town by a busy road)Wheelchair accessibility: It's pretty accessible - there's disabled parking, no stairs etc to get to the establishment.“
“Service could not have been nicer from the valet, hostess, servers, and managers. The tasting menu was great. The larger main courses were just enough to leave full. Nice mix of fish, venison, pasta, and vegetables. Highly recommend the patio seating for Friday night fireworks.“
“We always enjoy Happy Hour at Wai'Olu Ocean Cuisine, and this time the service, ambiance and the setting were all excellent. The food was also excellent, except for one item. The Shrimpburger has always been one of my favorites, but it would appear the new ownership overlooked the need for shrimp in the sandwich, as they were not there. The sandwich did have a shrimp paste of sorts, but was lacking taste and, as I indicated, shrimp. Overall experience was good, and Kelly was outstanding, but .........“
Bar & Grill • $
“Agave & Vine is a must visit local sports bar with amazing staff. Location at Macy's side food court, The food court has a wide range of food and the best cocktails or beer provided by Agave & Vine in the inside food court or at the bar.“
“The Hale Koa Barefoot Beach Bar boasts an excellent array of drinks at reasonable prices, complemented by outstandingly awesome service. It's my go-to spot for unwinding, engaging in conversation with the friendly bartenders and fellow patrons, and soaking in the delightful ambiance. Situated conveniently close to the beach, it offers the perfect opportunity to take a leisurely stroll along the calm waters after enjoying a few drinks.“
“I'm so glad that we found We Are the Bartenders for our wedding. From the start Krystle has been an absolute pleasure to have worked with. Her communication was on point and their prices are amazing. The service they gave during our wedding was the best! They were also an absolute joy to party with while they were bartending. Her team was amazing at our wedding keeping the drinks flowing and always made sure that my wife and I were never empty handed! Being the bride and groom we were all over the place and they always were able to find us and make sure if we needed another drink.My guests enjoyed their presences and the signature drink they made for us was absolutely amazing. They did a great job keeping everything clean for us and packing up the extra drinks at the end of our event. We were so glad that we chose them for our wedding. And so glad that our guest wiped us out! 10 out of 5 would recommend them at your next event! Can't wait to work with you guys again in the future.“
“This place feels like being at a party. Great food and hospitality! They made me and my wife feel so special. Try the shrimp bruschetta and the Hawaiian bacon with corn salsa. And have a Sous Vide Old Fasioned. If you're staying at the Ala Moana Hotel, it is a must visit.“
“Came with hubby on Saturday night for drink and karaoke. Lots of great singers, including beautiful Hawaiian songs sung with love and passion. I was extremely touched. Hubby had fun singing a few songs.Service and cocktails were excellent, mahalo to Korean auntie! Locals only bar, but I was treated with love and aloha. We will be back!“
“Really good spot in Kapolei. My friend and I were able to get seated right away. The happy hour was also going at the time and we had the garlic fries and fried mushrooms with some light beer. It was really good. For the entree I had the Fried Noods which was really yakisoba but it was good as well.“
“Last night was the first time we tried the lei stand since it opened last year and it somehow managed to get even better! The food was so good. We got ur shishito peppers, chicken karaage, misoyaki salmon, and the strip steak. The peppers were SO good! The sauce on them was perfect and I'm fairly sensitive to mayo sauces. The peppers themselves were not soggy but slightly charred and provided a crunch and great spice. The chicken karaage was lightly battered and crunchy but not scratch the roof of your mouth crunchy. The chicken was soft and moist. The salmon was amazing. The misoyaki was thick and well balanced. Everything here is so intentionally balanced and you can tell with every bite you take. The steak left me and my partner at an impassed. It reminded me of smoke meat or pulehu steak with the way it was seasoned and prepared, which I loved. For those expecting a strip steak from the grill it was a surprise. The drinks, as always, are so good and well balanced. Give it a try for dinner! Or pau hana for downtown workers.“
“We had a really nice, relaxing dinner here. It was a Wednesday and not crowded at all. The selection of really fun, unique cocktails was good and the small plates were very good (we had the chips/popcorn), asparagus and the salmon. It was a fun, quirky place. Our server was exceptional as well.“
“The best Thai restaurant I've ever tried in my life!! The pad Thai tastes like no pad Thai I've ever tried before from other Thai restaurants in Hawaii and their yellow curry is filled with many different spices and the mild version had just the right amount of kick. The tofu with the pad Thai was huge and super delicious, especially with the lime wedge. The seafood in the yellow curry included a couple of clams/oysters, which I've never seen before in curries but was very delicious! Their sticky rice is also quite good, all white rice unlike the purple grains other places sometimes offer. The staff is also extremely considerate, professional, and goes the extra mile. It's very clean and well-maintained inside with lots of tables. This is our new spot for Thai food!!“
“This is everything I imagine for a local brewery establishment. Very welcoming staff and super chill environment. The beers are solid, the 808 and Skinny Jeans are my faves but the English Brown and Hana Hou are on point too. Love the smash burgers, nachos and pretzels. Didn’t find a bad thing on the menu. Definitely worth checking out“
“This is a classy (and classic) bar located in Waikiki, Honolulu. It is an intimate listening lounge, where musicians play jazz numbers (and take requests) on a variety of instruments and using a number of arrangements. The cocktails were exquisite, and the selection of scotch was impressive. The bartender was knowledgeable and funny. Dress nicely.“
“Hidden Gem in the Neighborhood!We stumbled upon Hangry Mama Bar & Kitchen last night, a true hidden gem in our neighborhood that has been delighting locals for a year now. The fried noodles, rib eye steak, and the pork belly wrap on a sizzling plate were all top-notch. The pork belly wrap with cheese and sauce was incredibly scrumptious, making a return visit inevitable to explore more of their enticing menu. The ambiance is fantastic, staff are friendly and welcoming, and the cleanliness of both the place and restroom is commendable. The AC unit works wonders, and the decor adds to the overall charm. Karaoke was a blast and a special shout-out to Shania for making our experience even more enjoyable. Thank you, Hangry Mama, for a memorable evening! Happy Holidays and wishing you all great success in the new year. ALOHA“