O'Kims

★★★★★ 4.6 (812) • $$

"We couldn't decide on where to have dinner last night and ended up here. I've always wanted to try O'Kims and luckily we found street parking. The restaurant is small. There were maybe five tables in the front. They also have a back patio section that also accommodates around five tables. We decided to dine in the back. It was nice and tranquil. We shared the Korean Chicken $17.95 and Kalbi $27.95. Both entrees came with a green salad. The Korean Chicken greens came with a lemon mayo dressing and the Kalbi greens came with a black sesame dressing. Both dressings were outstanding and made in house. The black sesame dressing Is one of the best dressings that I've ever tasted. They also sell their dressings in bottles for $10.95. It also came with complimentary pickled daikon and Kim chee, which were refillable. We liked it so much that we did get a refill. Both entrees were great, but the Kalbi was my fave. They give you one of the big bone varieties. It also came with homemade fries and kabocha. Both entrees also came with purple rice. My hubby and I shared the Yuzu Lemonade $3.95. I thought that it would be too tart and that I wouldn't like it. However, it wasn't tart and had just the right amount of sweetness. I wanted to get the Elote Ice Cream, but the hubby was full. I knew I couldn't finish it by myself. We will try it the next time around."

Chef Chai

★★★★☆ 4.2 (952) • $$$

"What an amazing restaurant! I got to try an array of appetizers: macadamia nut-crusted jumbo black tiger prawns, Fresh Ahi Tartar w/ avocado mousse in mini waffle cones. ChiI was elated to find the chef is the same one who used to own my favorite restaurant, Singha. Every dish is carefully prepared and beautifully presented... eating here is not just for eating but for the whole dining experience. Highly recommended!!"

DB Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (947) • $$

"Outstanding! Right off the plane we find this gem hidden next to the movies. Duck fat fried rice got me in the door and the shrimp made me eat till it hurt. Great service staff and the food was delivered quick. Loved the sports bar look while we watched the NFL games. Overall a great find and we'd definitely come back!"

Tangö Contemporary Café

★★★★☆ 4 (993) • $$

"We've enjoyed Tango for years now; they've been a fixture on the Honolulu dining scene, and even after the original chef retired, they've kept their standards and quality just as high as before.They offer monthly prixe fix menus and happy hour specials.They also have a great brunch menu. We were lucky enough to catch this option on New Year's Eve. Ms. K had the lobster benedict ($29), which was simply amazing - a generous portion of lobster on toast with a large serving of potatoes on the side. She said it was probably the best lobster benedict she's ever had.I opted for the Braised Beef Loco Moco hearty chunks of braised shortribs over fried rice, topped with tasty brown gravy and two eggs any style. This was also excellent, although not quite as good as the lobster bene."

Uahi Island Grill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (843) • $$

"After our excursion to Kailua, we were on the hunt for lunch. Per Li Y's suggestion, we came to Uahi Island Grill! It was a great option to kick back, eat, and talk story.The restaurant embodies a local spot with a spacious inside area, beach decor, and a relaxed vibe to it. There's also outdoor seating. Plenty of seating for both spots for all party sizes. Service was slammed but we were helped throughout our meal and our food came out fast.We shared Furikake Calamari as our appetizer which came with a sweet spicy sriracha sauce. It was good but I couldn't taste any furikake which I was excited about. To order, I had the Kalua Pork and Kale while she got the Orange Duck Confit. The portions were quite large and I had half of mine. The kalua pig was super tender and juicy. The kale was great and honestly tops the typical cabbage. My only wish was that there was more kale! You could choose two sides, I went with White Rice and Mac Salad. I'd pass on the mac salad as it was too creamy while the white rice was just too much. There are plenty of eateries in Kailua but if you're looking for a laid-back spot for any meal, Uahi Island Grill is a good option. They're situated off Aulike Street with parking in the neighborhood, we parked in the public lot across the street."

Panya Bistro & Bakery

★★★★☆ 3.5 (888) • $$

"Panya Bistro is an absolute gem! The atmosphere is casual with good music, creating a relaxed and enjoyable vibe. The service is quick and friendly, with servers checking on you often to ensure your waters and beverages are always filled.The food is simply outstanding. The clam chowder was creamy and filled with nice big chunks of potatoes, clams, and celery. The Thai basil steak salad was bursting with flavor, and the chicken wings were perfectly seasoned with a tasty dipping sauce. We also tried the iced milk tea latte, which was smooth and delicious, and the plantation iced tea, which was incredibly refreshing. To top it all off, the mango mousse cake was divine!Parking is plentiful, with options at Ward Village, South Shore Market, or in the Hokua building, and they even validate your parking. Panya Bistro is a great place to gather with friends or for a quick lunch date with your significant other. Highly recommend!"

EbiNomi

★★★★★ 4.5 (482) • $$

"Food was soo ONO!! We had Garlic Shrimp and Chicken Curry and we would rate them 10/10. Ive had garlic shrimp from 4 places in Hawaii, including Giovanni's and EbiNomi is my Top 1 BEST Garlic Shrimp!! We also met TETSU from EbiNomi and he made us feel so welcome! He was very friendly and accommodating. EbiNomi is lucky to have him. The ambiance was also nice, it's an outdoor seating. Thank you, EbiNomi and Tetsu! We will definitely come back and recommend this place"

En Fuego Grill

★★★★☆ 3.6 (595) • $$

"Best: Hawaiian plateGarlics friesGarlic ahi (seared) & garlic chicken comboGarlic chicken plateSquid ku"

Maile's Thai Bistro

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (634) • $$

"Hanging out in the area, we decided to stop into Maile's Thai Bistro for lunch. We were warmly greeted and seated by the bartender/hostess Jaymie. Good Thai food is hard to find here on Oahu and I'm happy to say that Maile's Bistro has some of the best Thai food on the island. We ordered and enjoyed -Chicken pad Thai Spring rolls (crispy) Thai salad Mild yellow curry Sticky rice We could not get enough of these dishes! All of the dishes were flavorful, savory and made with fresh ingredients. Beautiful views, great service and delicious food, I'm a fan! I look forward to dining here again in the future."

Pho Minh Thu

★★★★☆ 3.9 (458) • $$

"I was very satisfied after eating here. Service was friendly and attentive. Atmosphere was comforting and the food was 10/10 I got #33 vermicelli bowl becusee I was craving something refreshing would go here again!"

Straits - Honolulu

★★★★☆ 4 (410) • $$$

"5 Stars - Outstanding Service & Delicious Food!I had an amazing experience thanks to Jason and the incredible food! From the moment we walked in, Jason provided top-notch service--attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. He made sure everything was perfect, offering great recommendations and checking in without being intrusive.The food was absolutely delicious--full of flavor and clearly made with quality ingredients. Every bite was a delight, and you can tell the kitchen puts real care into their dishes. Whether you're looking for a great meal or exceptional service, this place delivers on both.Highly recommend and will definitely be back!By the way, also found out the place is under new management."

Asahi Grill Ward

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (527) • $$

"I would put this between 3 and 4, possibly because I had the wrong expectation so rounding up to a 4.I had eggplant tempura curry which was fine with a fairly crispy batter, but I would have preferred the eggplant plain or grilled without the fried coating. I also ordered a side of gyoza for protein that was OK although I really wanted a small protein that was not fried. The entree came with 2 scoops of rice and 1 scoop of mac salad. Seems carb-heavy but that is standard for a lot of local places. I wished the menu could have offered a small side of steamed or braised vegetable of some sort.Service was friendly and prompt enough, the place was clean and the atmosphere was comfortable "like home." Weekday dinnertime on a Tuesday was calm, no waiting for a table. The small parking lot had only one open spot, lucky for me.I was really in the mood for tinola (chicken papaya soup), which I had at a previous location of Asahi Grill that closed and I thought it had moved here to Ward. But it turns out that this Ward one is a franchise with a slightly different menu. Both restaurants have dishes like donburi, ramen, tonkatsu, etc. but this Ward location does not have tinola -- it was explained that I need to go to the Kaimuki location for that."

Pioneer Saloon Kaka'ako

★★★★☆ 3.8 (379) • $$

"The fish is top tier for plate lunches, especially the fresh grilled mahi mahi (get the garlic one)! The katsu is so fresh and texture is *chef's kiss*.The sweet chili chicken is also tasty and a little different. I really like that you get a bunch of random veggies with the chicken, like onion, qsparagaus, and I think some green beans. And the serving is so generous!They have a real talent for packing a lot of toss salad with just the right amount of dressing into the small section of the plate lunch container lol. I also like their pasta salad and they usually have a special rice option upgrade for a dollar upcharge, like salmon rice or shio-wakame. I love the options.The only thing I've tried so far that I wouldn't recommend is the shrimp burger. It was not bad and I liked the fries that came with it, but it's just not the best shrimp burger I've had.The menu is extensive so there's lots more I'd still like to try!Service is great and food comes out quickly.Tables inside and outside.They're located in SALT so validate parking there."

Tadka Indian Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.5 (241) • $$

"One of then best Indian places on this island! Service was great, we never had to ask for plates or water. The crew also seems to care what our opinion of the food was too! Usually wait staff don't have to know what we thought of the food but this is a small place so perhaps it's family run. I'd definitely go back when I get the chance."

Viet Chubby Boy

★★★★★ 4.5 (180) • $$

"Viet Chubby Boy has one of the BEST tasting pho broths on the island. It may be a small hole in the wall type restaurant, but their food has been nothing but satisfying. We often come here for lunch with coworkers since it's close to work and one of our favorite options. The place is small but we never had trouble finding a table. They have photos of their dishes that decorate the walls and the facility itself is organized and tidy. The workers here are always friendly and welcoming. I recommend this place to anyone who enjoys Vietnamese food or a really good pho and banh mi sandwhich!"

Mini Garden Orient Cuisine

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (307) • $$

"Impromptu dinner...My indecisiveness makes for it a crazy decision making and what better place than Chinese cuisine as they have incredible menu choices for my belly to inform my thoughts for the night.With a decent size parking lot right beside the building makes it easy especially during the rush hour as street parking isn't allowed also making it safe to access the restaurant. Walking in I was surprised how spacious it was and with the old school style setting a lady came and took my order was nice and polite.What interest me is that they have a Vegetarian menu section for allergies like mine does make it comforting to know though there's no meat whatsoever which doesn't bother me and using mushroom stock actually sounds yummy and with so much to choose from I decided on the "Mushroom Fantasy Chow Fun" which is a dry type of noodle dish it didn't have the "star" notation categorizing it vegetarian she assured me there isn't any seafood in this dish.Food came out nice and fast I was surprised how little mushroom it had, using shiitake is great as it's my favorite type of mushroom it also had sprouts and some broccoli for the $13.95 price it wasn't much of a fantasy or mushrooms but it really was tasty and light not all covered in heavy seasoning which I do really love and would actually like to try other vegetarian dishes as well.Thank you!"

Aloha Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.3 (157) • $

"This place is awesome! The food is super fresh and tastes good. My favorite thing to eat here is the Love bento. It comes with a variety of sushi at a great price. The service here is super friendly and super fast as well. I work nearby so I come here often and I haven't been disappointed once. I recommend checking it out"

Thai Pho Ewa

★★★★☆ 4.1 (147) • $$

"With all the holiday rush shopping, we were famished! This restaurant was close to where we were shopping, so was only right to come this way. My friend highly recommended this place. Been to this same restaurant, when it was a different establishment. Interior is very modern, Asian, chic. Bright, lively, and clean. Staff greeted me a friend and I, as soon as we stepped in. Service was 5 stars. I ordered the combination pho, it was very aromatic, deeply flavorful beef soup. Was so rich in flavorful, it's making me salivate as I think of it now. Was accompanied by fresh herbs, and bean sprouts. So hearty and good. With the thin slices of meat and noodles, it was a very balanced meal that hit the spot! Chicken wings were cooked to perfection, crispy, hot, and oh so flavorful. Thai dumpling shrimp, was also a hit! The shrimp was so good, I could've just ordered that with side rice, and call it a night. They serve alcohol, oh yhea! I don't order, but definitely will next time. Their menu has a lot of variety, I'm sure somuch so for anyone to find a dish they willlove. If ever in Ewa Beach, show them some love, cuz they sure show their love with their dishes! See you there, was winnahazzz!"

Moonga Asian Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.1 (144) • $$

"So, this place is really good for sushi. They have some unique and delicious creations. The noodles and fried rice, not so exciting. We didn't order any of the main dishes, but I'd say stick to sushi when you come here. Plenty of seating, the parking lot is acceptable, but often times full."

Daiichi Ramen

★★★★☆ 3.9 (156) • $$

"Ample parking but it can get busy. Same shopping center as Foodland Farms. Service is about average. Food wise, the Chicken Katsu plate is huge. One of the best plates on the island in my book."

New Genki Ramen I

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (222) • $$

"This used to be our go to place for ramen especially when the weather was rainy or chilly. Last nite I chose something I haven't eaten before: gomoku udon.I liked the one piece of kamaboko(pink fish cake slice) and half an egg. There was very little udon on the bottom but it was good. Sadly the broth had absolutely no taste. I had to add several tablespoons of sauce we brought back from Osaka for a decent flavor.If you like veggies, there was more veggies then udon in the bowl.Perhaps I need to stick with what I'm familiar with: miso or curry ramen or Mabo tofu and gyoza or their combination with ramen, Fred rice and gyoza.Mililani has two other ramen places to date and that could be an alternative too."

Vons Chicken Mililani

★★★★☆ 3.5 (75) • $$

"Tried their crispy seasoned half order today, 10 pieces for $18.00. I actually wanted the plate lunch shown in the photo on line but maybe next time.Usually I place a phone order but today used their on line ordering. After entering payment Spectrum went down. Wasn't sure if the order went through cuz the order number and photos of the order description showed question marks.Luckily it was ready when hubs went to pick it up.. The 10 pieces were reddish/orange in color. Oh oh... not what I thought it would look like but...I wholly enjoyed the flavor- moist, good sauce over the battered pieces. I took my 5 pieces and each bite and morsel off the bones was definitely finger licking delicious. Not sticky or spicy or dry/ but juicy and just very yummy. Make sure you have a wipes ready for after.Happy Memorial Day weekend!"

Daiichi Ramen

★★★★☆ 4.2 (52) • $$

"This is by the Kapolei theaters, the older one. We came on a Saturday after noon a little after lunch around 230pm and it was empty...just how I like it lol the workers were nice to greet us and the place was really clean. The place was pretty spacious I must say. Our server took out orders and always filled our waters. You cannot beat ordering the combo meal. I got the mini ramen with black garlic which was additional. My sides were takoyaki and mini curry. I must say, the mini curry wasn't mini it was pretty regular size looking lol I couldn't finish most of it so we took it home and had it for dinner. Everything tasted great! I did however take down a star because we ordered gyoza but the server did not mention anything about getting free gyoza during their happy hour until we paid and got in our car and seen the window display. Our fault also we should've looked prior."

Pueo's Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (47) • $$

"Headed out here in need of a place that was open for a very early morning breakfast. Saw that Pueo's Restaurant was open at the bright and early time of 0600 every morning! I have passed by this establishment many times, but was unsure if the restaurant was only accessible to it's golfing patrons. Upon arrival though, we were greeted by a very nice gentleman named Glen whom we later found out was also our server. He informed us the restaurant was open to the public. Then he ushered us in and quickly served us up some nice piping, hot coffee. Shortly afterwards, he took our orders. The following items were ordered:THE FOODThe Early Bird Special ($7.99 each) x 2:a. 2 eggs over easy, Portuguese sausage, and rice w/ a coffee.b. 2 eggs poached (per special request), spam, and extra crispy hash brown w/ a coffee.Talk about an awesome breakfast deal, which is available from 0600-1000.THE SERVICEGlen was so pleasant and attentive! An exceptional server with such a warm and friendly aura about him. He took very good care of us and made sure we had everything we needed.THE DEALSThe restaurant itself was clean and inviting. There was a large TV and an open bar. I saw they had HAPPY HOUR DRAFT SPECIALS Mon-Fri 1400-1700. And GAME TIME SPECIAL (Game Day Mon & Thur) Bud Light Draft Pitchers for $10. And their Everyday PUPU MENU ranges from $6-$14. What a good deal!OVERALL THOUGHTSImo, customer service weighs heavy on what can make a 4 star rating a 5 star experience. And Glen definitely kicked this up a notch to a 5 star experience! Menu is also very reasonably priced. Did I mention they also serve oxtail soup? We will definitely come back here to experience what else Pueo's Restaurant has to offer :)"

Ford Island Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.2 (6)

"I was on Ford Island on Friday and saw the sign for Ford Island Bistro, had no idea they were back up. Located in the amazing looking NOAA HQ building is a great little cafe that serves amazing food and they service is absolutely awesome. It is either grab and go or you can sit and eat in the dinning area. The dinning area if very big with lots of table and amazing views of the harbor and Ford Island.Of course you need to have government ID to get on Ford Island and as well as enter the NOAA HQ building but if you can get in, definitely check it out. I had the grass-fed burgers from Big Island and I was not disappointed. I passed on the fries as I wasn't very hunger and only came for the burger. I'll be back on another Friday for Filipino Friday, the menu looked really good and I hardly ever pass on Filipino food. The have lots healthy options and salads as well.Great place and I will be back with my friends. Go check it out!"

Roy's Waikiki

★★★★☆ 4.3 • $$$

"Located in Waikiki, it's been a while since Lunch was served. On the corner across from the Halekulani, parking is available at the Embassy Suites. Came here for a media preview of the lunch menu. I will hands down tell you that my favorite will always be miso butterfish. I did like the crab cake that was available and the burger. Pricing isn't bad at all and reasonable considering where you are. There is live music and a full bar to enjoy. So anyone want to meet for lunch?"

Sam's Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.1 • $$

"Conveniently located at our hotel! Perfect spot after a long day out. We lost track of time and ended up strolling back to our hotel late after exploring. So glad we were able to have a meal right by the pool. It's a really beautiful scene with the string lights, and some relaxing loungers. At the time they seemed a bit understaffed so things were a bit slower. There were lots of guests for the marathon so I appreciated the server checking in every now and then to make sure we were okay. Not a bad meal for a convenient and chill spot."

Roy's Hawaii Kai

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $$$

"Consistently amazing. The staff is always professional, welcoming, and kind. George B is the best. The Misoyaki Butterfish is tender and mouth watering. The sauce it comes with is like this perfect river of buttery flavor. The Szechuan Baby Back Pork Ribs, Crispy Zucchini on bao buns, and, of course, the Chocolate Soufflé are all amazing."

Roy's Ko Olina

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $$$

"I love Roy's, so I was heartbroken to see that both Las Vegas locations had closed. Luckily, my family and I were vacationing in Hawaii and decided to eat here on our last night. We made a reservation 2 days in advance, and the only available time was 8 PM. Once we arrived, the hostess immediately greeted us and walked us over to our table. [Ambiance] upscale, tropical atmosphere, packed, and busy with an adequate amount of staff to keep the guests happy. [Service] Outstanding! Our server did an excellent job explaining the menu and providing recommendations for dinner. He made us feel genuinely welcome and even made us laugh - I wish I remembered his name! I had to go with a Roy's classic dish, so I chose: * Misoyaki Butterfish - it was just as buttery, savory, and delicious as I remembered. The sauces complemented everything on the plate. My mom ordered the same thing, and ordered a side of rice, so we shared it. Without the rice, it would've been too salty. I was too full for dessert, but the baked cookie and ice cream my kids ordered looked amazing. They devoured the entire thing in a matter of minutes, so I'm pretty sure it was good - haha. An easy 5-star rating! I highly recommend this location if you're in the area. It was the perfect way to end our vacation. Mahalo, Roy's! :)"

Ginza Bairin Tonkatsu & Yoshoku Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.3 • $$

"The best Japanese authentic tonkatsu on the island and it's only a 10 minute walk from the Hilton Hawaiian Village. This was our second visit. Reservations is a must since the restaurant is so small. I made mine a month in advance. Kurobuta Pork Loin 7oz Katsu- The pork was extremely moist, juicy, tender and fatty. It was fried to perfection. It was perfectly crisp, golden exterior and not greasy. Each Katsu set comes with AYCE shredded cabbage and rice. Specialty Kurobuta Pork Loin Katsu ( 25 serving per day) - Absolutely fantastic. This was so flavorful. Pork was juicy and marbled with fat. Fried Black Tiger Shrimp Katsu ( al carte) - This were huge shrimps. Fried perfectly. It was served with a side of egg tartar sauce. If you're looking for authentic Japanese tonkatsu I highly recommend Ginza Bairin. Service was fantastic, fast and very friendly. Until next time."

Morimoto Asia Waikiki

★★★★☆ 4.1 • $$$

"Growing up I loved Morimoto! So when we visited Oahu, I knew I had to check out his restaurant! But overall decently let down. We made reservations and it was early. We were seated all the way in the back. Not a lot of people were dining so I was annoyed we were no where near the beach views. Staff were ok, no one really went above and beyond. Our waitress didn't engage with us that much. Inside is comfortable and pretty. Menu wise, wow, you pay a lot for a little. We tried a good amount of everything and it was all delicious but left us wanting to go somewhere else for actual dinner. Ordered the orange chicken, dim sum platter, fried rice, and donuts for dessert. Everything is a la carte as well."