Went for lunch on a Thursday and loved the quiet, relaxed vibe. The patio was super comfortable and…read morethe service was excellent. I started with a glass of champagne -- delicious -- then went for the cashew chicken with a spice level 4 out of 5 because I wanted some heat. It did not disappoint. Incredible flavor with just the right kick. Great food, great service, great experience. Noi is a must-try!

We have dined at this establishment but years ago. We previously have eaten in the main dining…read moreroom. It is now sectioned off in different areas. I just looked today and it is now closed until June 5. Maybe they are doing renovations. We came for Mother's Day. I was a little nervous because it's been years since we have eaten here and it appeared to look like a lot of tourists eating here. I'm Thai and I was wondering if I was going to be disappointed. I remember the food being OK so I kept an open mind. I decided to order something I normally would not which is the clay pot crab with glass noodles. it was OK. The crab didn't have a huge prominent taste and glass noodles are just meh to me. We also ordered the crab fried rice which was exceptional. I would definitely order that again. There was so much flavor in the rice. I also ordered a yum salad with tofu. That was also good. I loved the chili lime dressing and the added cilantro made it taste even more fresh. The lettuce leaves were huge though. I'm not sure why they were the size of a hamburger patty. It made for eating the salad challenging and messy. My kid had the salmon curry. She loved it. She doesn't handle spice so she asked for a level 2. Level two was spicy for her but she was able to eat it. Being Thai I did not feel it was spicy at all. But it did have a little bit of heat. The Mr ordered the crispy garlic chicken. It was a huge plate of it. He said it was good. He also ordered beef masuman. I will say that the portion seemed tiny. He said it was also good. I actually was pleasantly surprised this time around as I remember coming years ago and it was just OK. About the music. I did read lots of comments about their music Choice. It's not classical but jazz. To my astonishment it was extremely loud. The music Choice was not the issue but the loudness of it. I'm not sure if they tried to make it loud to sound like live music or not. We couldn't even talk to each other because we would've ended up shouting. That's really our only complaint.

Staycay and waiting for ramen across the street. Hungry and didn't want to wait so decided to try…read morethis out. No line, but constant people in and out. So many things looked good...and not what you see at your everyday Thai place. We both got specials... Hubs settled on Tom Yum Pork Noodle. Not bad - little bit sweet and not very sour...but tasty. Baby enjoyed it until the spice started to build and it got to be too spicy for her. It's really it's not spicy at all... but I was surprised she handled what she did. Since hubs got noodles, I got rice. Fried Rice with Fried Chicken. Tasty. Baby ate the chicken. Hubs liked it...and we still had leftovers. I wanna go back and try the Thai Boat Noodle Soup. That looks good. Gotta go back!

We were just wandering around Waikiki, got hungry, and spotted this place. The fact that it was…read morepacked on a weeknight told us everything we needed to know -- we figured if it's that busy, it had to be good. So we walked right in on a whim and honestly couldn't have made a better decision. The vibe inside is casual and lively, great for people watching right in the heart of Waikiki. Staff were on top of everything from the moment we sat down -- attentive, friendly, and helpful with the menu. No complaints there at all. Now the food -- let's talk about it. The Papaya Salad was hands down one of the best we've ever had. Fresh, bright, punchy flavor. Fair warning though -- it has some kick to it, so if you're spice sensitive just give them a heads up. The Chicken Pad Thai was excellent, and we loved that it came with tofu as well -- generous and flavorful. The Tom Yum Soup with shrimp was a hit at the table, that classic sweet, sour, and savory broth done right. Kids enjoyed it too which is always a win -- and that's saying something because kids are tough critics. Prices are reasonable especially for being right in the middle of Waikiki where everything tends to cost a premium. Walkable from pretty much everywhere on the strip which makes it super convenient for a spontaneous dinner like ours.

If I had to have one taste in my mouth for the rest of my life, I would choose the taste of the…read morebroth of #11, Thai Ginger Soup (Tom Kha). I don't think I need to say anymore.... ....but I will. The restaurant, for being hidden, was HOPPING. Every table was full and people waiting. I had a glass of Cabernet, it was actually good. My husband got the drunken noodles, 10 out of 10.

Food was crazy disappointing. Veg in summer rolls was brown and soft. No spice in papaya salad…read more No spice in chili stir fried green beans. Service was absolutely terrible. We asked for spice and got bland. Took order, didnt see her again until she returned 40 minutes later to "see if everything was good" and drop the check. Redeeming quality was the fried chicken appetizer. Dark meat, marinated, good sauce. Entrees dont come w rice . Surcharge on debit cards. Not for locals. Probably for tourists from the midwest who dont know any better.

I just wanted to state for the sanctity of Mathnasium of Waialae that we are sorry for having our…read moreparking lot locked where it used to be open in the past for the customers of the red elephant. Mathnasium of Waialae had an agreement with the previous 2 owners of the Red Elephant and Siam Garden to allow parking in each others lots when we were very slow or closed. Now, all of the sudden the new owner of the red elephant is refusing our members from using the red elephant parking lot when they are virtually empty. That said if we can't share their parking between 3 and 5 pm on weekdays when they are or on the weekends when they have no customer's or are very slow we cannot allow parking in our lot when we are closed. which including all evenings on Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday's. Please know that parking across the street at Times and Longs or on the other side of red-elephant can get you towed. It is a shame too because I know from our security footage that all five of our spaces have been utilized many evenings on many different nights for many a couple of hours after 7:00 pm and most from hours from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm on Fridays when we are closed. The agreement worked awesome for over 6 years and the new owner is refusing to continue the agreement.

Red Elephant & Thairish Cuisine - A Fresh New Chapter Red…read moreElephant & Thairish Cuisine is a beautiful evolution of a longtime favorite. There's a fresh energy here while still honoring the authentic Thai flavors that made this place so special. The food is consistently outstanding. My favorites are the larb, perfectly seasoned with fresh herbs and just the right kick, and the chicken basil, bold, savory, and cooked to perfection. The papaya salad is incredibly fresh with that perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy. The tom yum is rich and comforting with a vibrant citrusy heat, and the Thai iced tea with lime is refreshing and unique--such a perfect pairing with the meal. And you absolutely can't leave without the mango sticky rice--sweet, creamy, and the perfect finish to an amazing dining experience. What really stands out is the care behind everything--from the quality of the food to the warm, attentive service. You can feel the pride and intention in every detail. Red Elephant & Thairish Cuisine is not just continuing a legacy--it's elevating it. Highly recommend supporting this new chapter!

They have a secret lunch special deal. Fried chicken,…read more salad, choice of curry and rice for 19.95 $. Not on the menu . You have to ask about it. Really good deal.

Saw a recent instagram and thought we should try it. Ordered stuffed chicken wings, green curry…read morewith chicken and drunken noodles with beef. Sadly, all three were beyond awful. The chicken wings looked good, but the taste was off and the stuffing was oddly dry, as if it had been made a long time ago. Nothing looked or tasted good, so we packed it up and then at home we tossed all of it because it just didn't taste right. I hope it was just a bad day, but we probably will not return. Phuket Thai on Cooke is much better prepared and Ono Thai in Ewa Beach is also outstanding.

Amazing food amazing service special kudos to Kevin our waiter who explained the dishes to us. It's…read morevery hard to find vegan options in Hawaii but this restaurant prepared them special for us. We ate here 3 times the drunken noodles were amazing and the Tom Yum soup was the best i have ever had. The mango sticky rice was made with fresh picked mangoes. The crispy noodles were also amazing

Omg a good friend told me about this place - this is the real deal - ono food - and the nicest…read morepeople ever !!

Olay's! Conveniently located in the heart of Chinatown. Honestly, I wish they had a more healthier…read moreand safe location like somewhere with no shishi smell, like outside of Chinatown or something lol but oh well. It is what it is. Their restaurant is so cool tho. Upon walking in, you sign in if needed, wait to be seated. As you walk in, there's a pretty decor, I would say photo opp, but there's a table and stuff blocking. They should clear that area, so people can take pictures with it lol but when you get seated, you walk through, and they take you to the back for outdoor seating. There is no indoor seating. They have the commercial tents, and pretty outdoor decor out there too, like lights and stuff. And there's a koi pond. Bathroom is back there. The only sucky part is if it was to rain hard or have strong winds, I wonder how they deal with that. But make sure you go when it's nice weather. It's BYOB!! They have a good amount of seating too. Our go to for Olay's is the Lao style papaya salad. We eat it with chicharon, and I think they have option to order a side chicharon, but we were prepared and went store before heading over to buy bag chicharon and they allowed it for us instead of spending the same amount for a handful, you get more when you BYOBC - bring your own bag chicharon lol I just made that up. If it's BYOB, I'm sure they'll allow it. We eat that with sticky rice. Omg so bomb. I like to get the stuffed chicken wings, we ordered the calamari. Was good. We got yellow chicken curry. The wife wanted to try the beef jerky, she likes it. We take the sticky rice and roll it in to a ball, and dip it in the bagooong papaya salad sauce and even the curry. Eat it with the papaya salad and stuffed chicken!! Omg so good! One thing I forgot to mention, they are located in the heart of Chinatown, on hotel street, so you gotta find parking. Street parking or pay for public parking. Would we come here again, definitely! 10/10 recommend. Check out Olay's for your Lao food fix!

I've visited Olay's every single time I've gone to Oahu, and it's still just as delicious and…read morewelcoming as the first time. Located in the heart of Chinatown, Olay's has a unique touch on Thai/Lao cuisine, and allows you to bring in your own beverages! Food is always delicious, and made with spices and flavor that surely pack a punch. They have seating inside and outside, with an ambiance reminiscent of South East Asia. Highly recommend especially if you're looking for some great Thai/Lao cuisine in Oahu!

Parking: Rough street parking. Limited meter spots. Highly recommend parking in the free Walmart…read morelot across the street. Interior: only good for groups of 4s as they only have tables for that size and it's all in one column so the tables are not next to each other. Wait Time: None to be seated. Came on weekday night. SO GLAD THEY OPEN LATE! Food took about 10-15min to arrive. Items Order: 10/10 Pork Thai Boat $17 - I got egg noodles because they ran out of wide noodles but still delicious! Noodles were cooked fine, broth came out piping hot. Not that spicy but so rich in authentic flavor! Added their spice in the side and it was amazing! Generous portions of crispy pork (they pan fry it before), some meatballs, and fish balls. 9/10 Pork Pad Thai $17 - Same amazing crispy juicy pork. Noodles were incorrect/not typical. They use pho or the thin rice noodles for their pad thai. Despite that, the noodle texture was still good: chewy bouncy noodles that soaked up the sauce very well. Flavor was authentic perfect sweet savory and sour combo!

King of Thai is the best! I've eaten here many times, and I've never had a bad experience. The…read moreservice is always friendly, and the restaurant is tightly packed but cozy. I've been making it a point to try something new every time I come, and I always leave happy and full! Most recently, I got the beef boat noodles, Tom Yum style, and they were so flavorful! I already want to get them again. Beware, medium spicy is very spicy! I'm glad I ordered the fried tofu with sweet chili sauce to balance the heat. I can't recommend this place enough! It's such a solid spot to enjoy Thai food.

Thai restaurant with great lunch special!…read more We got the pad thai with chicken and the lunch special. The lunch special comes with crispy chicken, salad, and your choice of curry - we got green. Everything were amazing and a great portion! We definitely had some leftovers. The lunch special is a bit inconspicuous on the menu so you have to look for it or know about it, but it's definitely worth it! The service was great and it was a cozy shop. One of our favorite Thai restaurants on the island!

FOOD Long-rice Tofu Salad, Spring rolls pumpkin/chicken…read morecurry and Thai ice tea. All were delicious, perfectly cooked and seasoned. Lettuce for the spring rolls could have been cut in halves to be evenly enjoyed with each roll. Food and menu reminded me of the old Mekong I Restaurant on Beretania St. SERVICE There was only 1 server, which is probably all you need in this small quaint restaurant for lunch - she was quick and pleasant. AMBIANCE About 9 tables, closely situated. Windows looking out to the parking lot. Comfortable. Natural lighting. OVERALL Fairly priced. Everyone enjoyed the food and even ordered takeout for the husbands at home. I would come back again.

Came in craving Thai food and it absolutely hit the spot…read more The beef pad krapow was so flavorful -- perfectly seasoned with that bold, savory-spicy kick and fragrant basil. The beef was tender, and the heat level was just right (spicy but still balanced). So good over rice. The chicken panang curry was rich, creamy, and comforting. The curry sauce had that slightly sweet, nutty depth with just the right amount of spice. The chicken was tender, and the sauce was honestly spoon-worthy. We also ordered the summer rolls, which were fresh and light -- packed with crisp veggies and herbs. Dipped in peanut sauce, they were the perfect refreshing starter before the richer dishes. And Peter was a great waiter -- friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without hovering. Service definitely elevated the experience. Everything tasted fresh and well-executed. Great flavors, generous portions, and super satisfying overall. Definitely a place I'd come back to when I'm craving solid Thai comfort food.

This place was recommended to me, so when I was craving Thai and needed to carbo-load for a race,…read moreit was a no brainer. It was time to give Pattaya a try. This, however, will probably be my first and last visit. The place is cute enough, with a large back garden area where I chose to dine. Service was also great. I appreciate the little button at the table that I could click for service. The food, however, was mediocre at best. My friend and I ordered the pad Thai with tofu, ginger chicken, chicken satay, and pork larb. The pad Thai was the best dish, but it was very tomatoey, which I did not expect. The chicken with ginger had very little chicken. It was mostly julienned vegetables, including celery which I do not care for. The chicken satay was kinda dry and most certainly needed the peanut sauce to make it palatable. The larb was very dry with very bland flavor, served on one lettuce leaf and a wedge of cabbage. How am I supposed to eat that? All of it was quite disappointing, especially for the price point. As I was eating this meal I remembered the Thai food truck at the end of Ward, where Fisherman's Pier used to be. Now THAT was some good Thai food. I guess that was the best thing about this meal-remembering where I could get really good Thai food-so that the next time I'm having a craving, I can go back over there...I hope it's still there.