O'Kims

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.

Tasty food, elevated flavors, monthly specials, friendly staff + service. This place is considered a treat in my rotation of places to go; I always look forward to coming back. O'Kims is a gem in the Downtown/ Chinatown neighborhood, a must visit

I've always wanted to try this place so when we went here I was so excited! Everything we ordered was fantastic. We started off with the truffle mandoo and I was so impressed with this! The filling was so savory and soft while the outside had a nice crisp to it. The shoyu jelly and daikon on top made it so unique. For the entrees, we ordered the bibimbap stone pot and the Korean chicken and both were so delicious! The bibimbap had a lot of vegetables and the meat was tender and flavorful. The Korean chicken was so good and crispy and the little fried gnocchi that came with it was a nice addition! Service was good and I'm glad they were able to take us in right away for a Friday night. The inside of the restaurant looks really casual but the food and presentation is what really makes this place! I would definitely come here again for a different spin on Korean food.

Wow! this place is remarkable! Great Korean Food that is reimagined into wonderful modern whimsical nostalgic bites that reap wonder and joy on your taste buds. Definitely head patio out back and try as much as you can because there is nothing else like it anyplace else. This food is the past and the future at the same time. It is also and incredible value among all the awarded restaurants in china town this is the one offering the most unique culinary delights. Keeping this review short and sweet to honor everything that on the menu that is just right.

I really wanted to try the chicken Wellington and I was skeptical but it was good. It doesn't beat beef Wellington in my opinion but still life. I like the atmosphere it's off that chill vibe. Service was good. Nothing to special but all the servers were doing their jobs well~

Update: still great food. Ambiance good and service could be a bit more attentive. Ordered poached salmon that was cooked to perfection. Nice crust and sauce was delightful with an extra addition of egg. Also, Korean fried chicken is always tasty. Banchan and Kim Chee are available for refill. That's always nice. Dishes come with that fancy purple rice that's probably good for you too.

Finally got to try this place! There's either street parking or municipal garage parking around the area. I recommend making reservations on OpenTable just in case as they can get quite busy. We had the kalbi and the pork belly. Both were very good! Very fancy Korean food! Purple rice comes with the meals. Super authentic and yummy. We ended with the elote ice cream which was so interesting and yummy! It's quite big, so definitely shareable. We couldn't finish it all! Takeout also looks awesome. Their takeout boxes are fancy! There's inside and outside dining areas. We are inside, but outside looks super cute.

One of the best bento boxes in Oahu. We ordered Kalbi steak. It came with a cute box (see the picture ). You can choose how Kalbi steak cooked. We liked how their Kalbi tastes: soy is not overpowering and good to eat with their purple rice. Kalbi steak is generously served with onions and Kabocha. The salad came with black sesame dressing: it is good too. Last but not least their Kimchi is a bit sweet but tasty. We would love to take out from there again. Kamsahamnida.

Their food is amazing! The best Korean spot in downtown Honolulu, serving authentic Korean cuisine. I love how convenient it is for lunch since it's so close to my workplace.

I dined at O'Kims several times over the years and I can say with confidence that it is deserving of Yelp's 100 best restaurants in the US.While they play with traditional Korean flavors, it still remains true to the cuisine and is delicious. Their portions are plentiful and I am never left feeling hungry afterwards. Each time I come here they upgrade the presentation of their dishes. For example, in my recent experience, they presented their banchan in cute, traditional Korean cutlery instead of the normal tin dishes most restaurants opt for. It is small details like this that makes me even more appreciative of the thought and craftsmanship behind the food. Also, the outdoor seating ambiance goes crazy. Make sure you sit outside for the full experience.