Little Plum offers a lively yet elegant ambiance over deliciously unique local Asian comfort food…read more Their Spicy Miso Eggplant was full of umami and flavor, and their Mushroom Jook was like nothing I've ever had before (and the shoyu egg on top was AMAZING). The Kalbi Shortrib Bao had melt-in-your-mouth shortrib with tangy kimchee inside, which made for the perfect little bite. My favorite was the Crispy Pork Belly, which was probably the best pork belly I've ever had in a long time. Vibe: The restaurant has many tables, perfect for get-togethers with family and friends or other celebrations. You can see the chefs cooking from most seating in the restaurant, which added a nice touch to the dining experience. The servers are all very attentive and friendly. Parking: Mānoa Marketplace offers lots of free parking in their large parking lot, although it does tend to get crowded during lunch.

Returned this time for a brunch and it did not disappoint!…read more We ordered the Kalbi Bao, Miso Eggplant, Pork Belly, Catch of the Day (Opah), Mushroom Jook, and the Menchi Katsu. Everything was delicious but my favorites were the Kalbi Bao and the Pork Belly dish, which is more like a watercress salad with crispy pork belly. The service was top-notch. We ordered family style and each of the main courses we ordered came with rice and they brought out all of these out at the same time so that we could have it with all of the other dishes - great attention to detail. We were also celebrating a birthday so they brought out complimentary matcha lemonades with a candle for a birthday cheers.

This place was amazing, a true hidden gem! the food was absolutely amazing. we did the eight course…read moretasting menu and for what we paid it was a steal. the chef was great at explaining all the dishes and service was top notch. i didn't expect much when i walked into the restaurant but after the first course, my opinion changed quickly! loved it, thank you!

i thought XO restaurant was interesting lol one of the…read moreservers was lit the other mumbled and couldn't quite hear what they were saying, me n wifey treated this like a michelin rated spot and chatted about every dish. our favorite was the beets. I think that for the price and everything its a solid deal, some good wine too... just on some real picky constructive critique shit i think they can keep evolving as chefs, the presentation is pretty much there, flavors r good, but something about it felt like certain dishes were a bit overcooked or elements could have been more perfected, it was close to super impressive , it kinda felt like you went to your big back friends house and they tried making fancy snacks for everyone in the kitchen, which isn't a bad thing, it was homey, haha but yea ,,, yall will figure it out , and we would come back again for sure, keep perfecting the craft , it was a good time !!!

Lucky Belly has an amazing ambiance with warm wood, brick, bar seating, and a stylish but…read morecomfortable dining room. The service was phenomenal from start to finish, which made the whole experience even better. I ordered the Beast Bowl, and it was rich, hearty, and packed with flavor. The bowl comes with brisket, short ribs, and oxtail won tons, along with bean sprouts, wakame, sesame seeds, green onion, ginger, and a soft egg. The broth was savory and comforting, the meat was tender, and the toppings added a nice balance of texture and freshness. Definitely a satisfying bowl if you want something bold, warm, and filling. Great spot for ramen, drinks, and a relaxed meal downtown.

I'll give this place a solid 4. We came early to have a light dinner before a show at the Hawaii…read moreTheater. I would have said 4.5 had I not noticed the large dead b52 on the floor near my seat when we were seated. Aside from that, the place looked clean. I mean.. we are in Chinatown. So.. We had the shrimp gyoza, lobster shumai, crispy duck tacos, smoked octopus, and wagyu steak cubes. Appy dishes come with 3 pieces each. The crispy duck tacos were my fave. Very flavorful. Loved the textures in that one. Lobster shumai and shrimp gyoza were good. The octopus was tender and flavorful. My Samurai X drink was yummy. My brother had the Midorikawa that was refreshing. I would come again.

A nice switch up from island food…read more OK, so if we're being honest, every other restaurant in Hawaii offers Hawaiian food with similar menus. After day four of eating Hawaiian food, breakfast lunch and dinner my family and I wanted a different culinary experience and this place absolutely delivered. We're not huge Italian cuisine fans but the way this food gave us a new experience to enjoy together was incredible. We ordered several things like the braised rib, lobster pasta, scallop appetizer and miso cod appetizer with fettuccine Alfredo for the kids and a spicy margarita and a couple other drinks. Service and the food was great! Such a nice switch up from your everyday island cuisine. A bit on the pricey side, but well worth it

Loved everything about this restaurant! We received Michelin level food and drinks. Service was…read moregreat as well. The hamachi crudo was delicious as was the black cod appetizer. We had the fresh catch and the garden pasta for our main course. All of the dishes were exceptional! Cocktails were expertly crafted. The best we had on the island. Was honestly blown away by this little place! Wish we had time to go back again.

Some things are ok and others are LIFE CHANGING!!! The flavor and dip of the calamari blew my socks…read moreoff. Salt, fat, acid, heat, sugar- it had everything perfectly balanced. The punch of lemongrass in the sauce really adds that extra oomf. You must also get the soft shelled crab pasta- it's a favorite for a reason!! It's thick, creamy, delicious and has all the right herbs and seasonings. Beef carpaccio, Spanish octopus, and hamachi crudo are also good but even better when you eat them together. Fried rice and pork ribs I would personally pass on next time. Drinks are just ok. Strong! Get your moneys worth lol. Need to come back and try more things on the menu and the non-alcoholic drinks! Service is good and lots of parking in the lot out front. Gets busy sometimes but there's also street parking. Restaurant interior is cute and feels like an elevated casual spot.

Food was EXCELLENT. That calamari was one of the best I have ever had. It was crisp but not to…read morethe point where it hurt the inner of my mouth - super soft and tender. The cucumber was also perfect and it's amazing how everything was so crisp on the outside yet soft on the inside! The crab pasta was a standout. The flavors just melded together perfectly with the soft shell crab being an amazing garnish to the dish. It was tender and crisp. You can just eat it as is with the pasta and it just was absolutely delicious. They give you an option if you want some blue crab garnish on the pasta - make sure to say yes. The crab adds such a nice kick to the creaminess of the pasta. Did I also mention how big the portion was!? You could probably order the crab pasta and another entree to share with friends. Dessert was unique. The flan was rich and the lychee was a delicious side. The popcorn ice cream was very different than what I'm used to. The ice cream has a very grainy texture with the accents of popcorn. The butter mochi was standard but a good additional texture for the popcorn ice cream. Not too sure if I would order that again, but the flan was definitely my favorite dessert of the meal. Ambiance is a darker mood with dim lighting. It adds to the luxurious vibe of the restaurant itself. I noticed people came dressed up for their reservations as they walked in. Definitely a great spot to go with friends/family. Service was quick and helpful - very attentive with filling up our waters and making sure we were ok. Definitely a standout restaurant. I'm a fan!

We came to the restaurant hours, got there at 6:45pm. We stuck with the smaller dishes and got 5 of…read morethe "appetizers size" orders. 100/10. Food was extremely light and clean! Affordable! Shareable! We got the margarita De tamarindo and The Dragon drink. Amazing. Maddie was soo sweet and had such great service!! and the business partner was so helpful in the sense of explaining the dish and being interactive. We will be coming back!

I go here on occasions. I've made to brunch a couple times but typically I make it to the…read moreevenings. The restaurant hours are relatively calm, but switches gears when it becomes a nightclub. Restaurant-wise, I believe the menu had a recent change-up to further explore fusion possibilities. I've been going down the list and the dishes have been pretty good so far; I haven't made it to the taco raisu yet, but I do need me some desserts. The picarones is like a peruvian andagi, which was pretty cool. The miso cream brûlée was from the prior menu, but also a Yes. The bar is knowledgeable and innovative their mixology- I've had the shizuku garden and that was amazing.

What a delightful restaurant! My family enjoyed a traditional style loco moco, short rib loco moco,…read moreand a lobster eggs benedict. All 3 dishes were flavorful and beautifully plated. The dishes were priced fairly too. We ate in the outdoor patio and enjoyed a cool breeze and sunshine. The tables are narrow and seats are barstools. We didn't mind and were comfortable during our stay. We were served by 3 different staff members and each of them provided sincere hospitality- what a gem!! We are looking forward to many more dining experiences at The Fixx!!

Arrived at around 11am and we were seated right away. Service was friendly…read more Hubs ordered the combo lunch plate with steak and fried ahi. Overall, he noted it was good but the steak was a bit salty. I ordered the smash burger which arrived piping hot. The bun was fluffy. May not look like a lot but, for me, it was quite filling.

We made an 8 PM reservation for two on a Thursday night and proceeded within minutes upon arrival…read more The food was excellent, and the atmosphere is relaxed. As a vegetarian, I asked the waiter what I could order and they said they could make pad Thai, Singapore noodles, garlic noodles, vegetarian. We ordered the green beans, appetizer and the Singapore noodles vegetarian both were excellent!! The Singapore noodles are a bean thread noodle with egg and tofu and bell peppers and tiny limes. I think were calamansi-- just delicious!! The green beans came with crispy, garlic, and spicy Fresno peppers on top and we're cooked to a chard perfection. Would definitely return. You can park in the Safeway/canner row parking lot and walk over.

We arrived right when the restaurant opened with my mother, who is currently undergoing cancer…read moretreatment. The restaurant was completely empty, yet the host told us they were fully booked for the entire evening and would not even allow us to put our names on a waiting list. We stayed nearby for another 30 minutes and watched only a few tables be seated while most of the restaurant remained empty. When we asked again, we received the same response: "We're fully booked." I understand that reservations need to be honored, but refusing customers while an empty dining room sits unused is frustrating and sends the message that appearances matter more than hospitality. No matter how good the food may be, treating potential customers this way is disappointing. Businesses that turn away willing patrons without reasonable accommodation risk losing not only those customers, but also the goodwill that helps them succeed.