You can tell they take pride in what they serve because the food was absolutely delicious. What really made out visit stand out though was the service from Aubrey. They took time to answer our questions and made us feel welcome from start to finish. These days, it's not easy to find someone who genuinely cares about providing good customer service, so it was refreshing to have such a pleasant experience. Good food, great prices, great serving staff, and the atmosphere was great. 10/10, we will be back. read more

The food was quite tasty and the ingredients were quality. The flavors of our appetizers were different and unique --in a good way. Our server was not great. He wasn't attentive and maybe he had too many tables, but I would order food there again if I wanted pizza, especially based on its convenience within the center of Waikīkī. read more

This place is excellent the ribeye was the best one I have ever tasted, the pizza is excellent, the potatoes are very good, the atmosphere is very nice. The customer service is very good. Everything about this place is excellent 10/10. Would go here again. read more

The truffle and risotto here was incredible, so flavorful! Already planning my next visit. Was about a 20 minute wait on a Sunday evening in the summer and it is positioned right on the corner, so the best parking will be inside the international marketplace. Looks like they have a pretty stocked and crowd at the bar for the happy hour goers. The margherita pizza was our kid's favorite. He ate the whole slice, crust included! If you are looking to try their pizza and also share with your kid, would recommend doing this! The risotto was so homey and full of flavor. Simply amazing! The truffle fettuccine was equally as flavorful. It was creamy and had that rich truffle scent and flavor. The prosciutto was delicate and brought the whole dish together. We shared an arugula salad to feel healthy and the lemon zest and freshness complimented the rich flavors very well. Topped the tasty meal off with some ice cold chocolate gelato! Bon appetito! read more

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As locals, we're always looking for restaurants that are worth coming back to, and Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar definitely made the list. My wife, our friends, and I had a fantastic dinner here, and everything from start to finish was enjoyable. We shared a variety of dishes - including the truffle Alfredo, lobster mac & cheese, lasagna, prosciutto pizza, meatballs, eggplant caponata, and shishito peppers - and every plate was packed with flavor. It's the kind of menu that makes you want to order a little bit of everything. The service was friendly, attentive, and handled our larger group with ease. We never felt rushed, and the staff made us feel genuinely welcome throughout the evening. The ambiance was another highlight - comfortable, energetic, and perfect for spending a few hours enjoying great food and conversation with friends. Living on Oʻahu means we have plenty of dining options, and Appetito gave us an experience we'll happily recommend to friends and family. We look forward to coming back to explore more of the menu. Mahalo to the entire team for a wonderful evening! read more

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We celebrated our engagement here. This is my second time coming here, but first time dining in. It took a while to get our waters, but our food was excellent. We got meatballs, a pesto shrimp pasta, a couple of different pizzas and pastas and they brought out a desert for me and my fiancée. read more

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Although the place is noisy, the food makes up for it. I had the King Kong appetizer, which was a delicious Hawaiian sausage with a melted cheese sauce to pour over it with some delicious yellow squash and brussels sprouts. Great way to get things started. As an entrée, I shared the crab fettuccine and the lasagna. Both were delicious, but the lasagna was absolutely superb. It had a unique flavor that had me going back for it three days later. I'm surprised this restaurant doesn't have higher reviews, but hopefully this one will help nudge it up a bit. The place would benefit a lot by adding some acoustic treatment, but other than that, I don't have any suggestions. Excellent service and elicious food! read more

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar - Lasagna - delicious! - Italian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Review 34 (2026) Happy Hour Happy Hour menu is available in between 4pm to 6pm. We had, Portobello Fries $12 ( regular price $17), and Mushroom Cheese Risotto regular price $24, and Happy Hour drinks. Portobello Fries were amazing. I loved this sauce. Mushroom Cheese Risotto was so delicious. Very filling. There were Seasonal menu, in June " Mango". We tried to order Mango Panna cotta as dessert, unfortunately wasn't available. We were in 6/1, not available? A little disappointed. Service was ok, not like a last time. Last time was more fun and enjoyable. Thank you so much. We will be back again. read more

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I will start off by saying the food here was amazing! I would rate my perfected Italian Style Neapolitan pizza amongst the best I've had anywhere. The flavors and textures were exactly as you'd expect if you'd have ordered it somewhere in Italy. When I crave pizza, this is the kind I'm dreaming of. So five stars on the food. So the not so great... I was seated right away (good) but dining solo, they asked me if I minded being seated at the upper bar. I didn't want to hog a whole four-top table being a single diner so I acquiesced with a promise someone would be right there to take my order. That didn't happen. For a long time. Finally the manager noticed, took pity on my starving and thirsty soul and took my order. She made sure everything came out and that I had eats and drinks. If not for her, it'd have been 35 full minutes before "my server" ever showed up. UNSAT. 1 star to said server (Adam?). 4 stars for manager finally noticing and taking pity. Located in a busy corner of Kuhio Ave and Ka'iulani Ave in the heart of Waikiki, the place is easy to find and has a nice open space to enjoy your meal. Pro tip: If you're dining alone, you may want to request a regular table rather than the upper bar area, as service there appeared inconsistent during my visit. read more

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After spending a few hours at the beach (very humid and hot weather), we as a group of nine (9) were very hungry. As a group, we decided that we wanted something delicious yet fulfilling so we decided on pasta. We narrowed it down to Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar which was a six minute walk from the hotel that we were staying at. Upon arrival, we had a short wait time and were lead to inside to a private room, very cozy and spacious for our group. As the menu offer many options to choose from, we ordered two pizzas, one chicken, one lasagna, five pastas and two appetizers. The food was delicious and flavorful, very fulfilling. Was expecting something very mediocre prior to arrival but was blown by the kind and attentive staff members, the delicious meal, and lovely ambiance. Would definitely recommend and would come back in the future. Would highly recommend! read more

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Cute little Italian spot in Waikiki. We were able to get sat within 15 minutes without a reservation. Great service. Pasta was the star of the show. Both the lasagna and the bolognese were excellent. The pizza was just lacking a bit. I've had much better pizza for way less. I'd recommended their pasta and maybe skipping out on their pizza here read more

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This ended up being one of my favorite spots to grab drinks and share a bunch of appetizers. The atmosphere is lively, there's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors (including an upstairs area), and with multiple TVs showing the games, it's a great place to hang out with friends. The service was excellent. The manager stopped by our table several times to check on us and offered great recommendations. Which is probably why we ended up ordering what felt like half the menu. Drinks: - The Lemon Drop was easily the star of the night. It was made exactly how I like it! Strong, smooth, and still sweet enough to be dangerously easy to drink. One of the better Lemon Drops I've had. - The Blue Hawaiian was pretty and refreshing, but it wasn't nearly as strong. If you're deciding between the two, I'd definitely recommend the Lemon Drop. Food: - The hummus is a safe choice and hard to go wrong with. - The meatball in curry sauce was one of the biggest surprises. It's a giant meatball, so I expected it to either be undercooked or dry on the inside, but it was incredibly juicy. The rich curry sauce paired perfectly with it and made it one of my favorite dishes of the meal. - The fried mushrooms are an absolute must-order. Since mushrooms hold so much moisture, I expected them to be soggy, but they came out perfectly crispy while staying juicy inside. They really know how to fry mushrooms here. - The salami pizza was just okay. The salami slid right off on my first bite, so it wasn't the easiest to eat, and it didn't stand out compared to the other dishes. - The Margherita pizza was the better choice of the two. It's simple, well-executed, and you really can't go wrong with it. Just keep in mind the pizzas are fairly small, with only four slices each. Overall, this is a place I'd happily come back to. Between the excellent service, fun atmosphere, well-made cocktails, and standout appetizers, it's an easy spot to recommend for a casual night out. Just don't skip the Lemon Drop and the fried mushrooms. They were the highlights of the meal. read more

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Celebrated Mother's Day lunch at Appetito and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. My daughter surprised me with lunch reservations because she knows how much I love Italian food, and it was the perfect spot for us to celebrate the afternoon together. We started with the portobello fries that were perfectly flash fried. The mushrooms were crispy on the outside, while tender on the inside, paired with the flavorful pesto aioli. We ordered the mushroom cheese risotto, which was creamy, rich, and full of earthy mushroom flavor. The homemade Bolognese with pappardelle was hearty with flavorful beef ragu over perfectly cooked pasta. My daughter also ordered the watermelon lime mojito mocktail that was light, refreshing, and perfect for a warm Waikiki afternoon. What made the experience even more memorable was the thoughtful complimentary tiramisu they gave for Mother's Day. This was such a sweet and unexpected touch that was appreciated and welcomed. The service throughout our meal was attentive, welcoming, and friendly. The restaurant has a cozy, casual, and inviting atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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The Happy Hour food at Appetito was amazing and reasonably priced however the young gentleman host at the door needs training in regards to people of color / African Americans. His demeanor was rude and dismissive and frankly will drive customers away . We have visited several restaurants in Waikiki and have never been so rudely greeted . We suggest re- training him as to how to greet guests in the near future !! Hopefully they can address our concerns !! read more

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My hubby wanted to try this pizza place for dinner, so we decided to give it a try. We started with the octopus ceviche appetizer, which was fresh and delicious, along with a kale salad topped with apples, grapes, and gorgonzola cheese. We also shared the thin-crust Margherita pizza, which was very tasty. The service was friendly and attentive. read more

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar - Octopus Ceviche, Kale Salad & Margherita Pizza. - Italian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Called the other night and ordered a margarita pizza to go. It was hot and ready within 15 min- very reasonable price and the kids really thought it was very good! one pizza only feeds 2 kids and they weren't even close to full lol. Keep in mind, about 6? Pieces for a pizza and an average adult or growing kid would need a lot more than one pizza to make it a meal/dinner. Still a fair price, even considering the price, bc now a days even a pack of frozen Costco pizzas (mind you, they're also pretty good if you doctor them up lol) are an arm and a leg lol would recommend and return. Kids ate it so fast on the walk back to the resort that I didn't get a picture lol. read more

A great lunch spot on Kuhio offering their take on Italian cuisine. We ordered a few items to share- Portobell Mushroom fries (we had to other a 2nd cause they were so yummy, Prosciutto and Buratta Salad, Homemade Bolognese with Parpadelle Pasta, and Italian Salami Pizza. Thank you to the hotel guest gave that walked in and handed us their $50 credit, since they were checking out. We will be back to try their Spicy Meatballs. read more

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We passed by at this restaurant on the first evening we got to Waikiki. We decided it looked good enough to try another night, so here we are. Got seated quickly around 7 PM on a Monday evening. Rylynn was our waitress. Omg how cute and bubbly was she! Excellent service. I'd come back just to chat it up with her. Food was delicious. Everything came out well well. Rib eye was perfect even tho it isn't a steak house. A must try!!! read more

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This place was so nice to allow us in as they were about to close. We were seated right away. The pizza was so good and crust was perfect. They allow you to add or remove any toppings if you want. It was expensive but glad we tried it. I only wish they had some better dressing as I like to dip my crust in them. The guys serving were awesome and sweet. read more

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Appetito was a gorgeous restaurant with trendy vibes. Luckily, we made reservations, which looked like the restaurant was busy so we didn't have to wait for a table. We ordered the strawberry basil smashed drink, the watermelon Mojito, gnocchi, Shishito peppers, and the Quattro Formaggi pizza. The Shishito peppers were not fully cooked and browned to how I normally like them. They were so hot and spicy that we can barely eat them by itself. We decided to cut the peppers and add them to our pizza for flavor. The gnocchi was really small and not worth the price tag. The star of the night was the pizza. I highly recommend the Quattro Formaggi pizza. Service was OK. Overall, I was satisfied and I recommend just sticking to the pizza. read more

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Excellent Italian cuisine! Lasagna, margarita pizza, and Alfredo pasta all cooked to perfection. Everything was delicious coming back tomorrow for dinner! Ambience is great, clean, and fresh. Outdoor seating too. Service was 10/10, I got 5 refills of ice tea and my waitress was on it not once did I need to hunt her down. She was attentive proactive and friendly. Definitely highly recommend. Needs reservations read more

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar - Alfredo pasta and Margherita Pizza - Italian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great quality pizza, relaxing atmosphere. Unless you are sharing apps, or are not very hungry I would recommend for adults to have their own pizzas! Would go back for sure! read more

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar - Pizza - Italian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Pretty good happy hour option next to where we stayed! My husband and I came here for a quick bite before a show and it didn't disappoint. They have a good drink list and the food came out quick and hot! Tayler was our server during happy hour and she was pretty quick to grab us drinks and food orders. Prompt service from the friendly food runner and manager as well who brought out our orders. Quality of the food was quite good, and ambiance overall was casual and clean. We came at a slower time for an early dinner during happy hour (3-6pm), but they have a full breakfast and dinner menu too we noticed. Their caesar had a generous portion of anchovies, the hummus had strong garlic notes which my husband loved, the pizza was thin and crisp without a ton of oil, and the gnocchi was pillowy and savory in flavor! We also ordered the spicy meatball that came in a unique sauce almost hinted of curry notes. Overall, a positive experience! read more

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Came during happy hour and was definitely not disappointed! I will say the prices aren't super "happy hour" deals ($15 for pizza seems pretty standard nowadays) but the quality makes it worth it. I'd seen some reviews stating the pizzas were soggy, so we requested ours to be on the crisper side, and the kitchen happily obliged. I really enjoyed both the Margherita and Italian Salami pizzas. The crust is thin and the pizzas are a great size. We also tried the Portobello Fries, which ended up being our least favorite. The mushrooms were soggy and spongy, and I wouldn't exactly call them fries. Maybe similar to just some deep fried mushroom. On the other hand, the gnocchi was one of my favorite dishes! SO flavorful and comforting, you need to get this on your visit here. Portions are on the smaller side, but they're just right if you want to share and try multiple menu items. Overall, we had a great time and our server was super friendly and accommodating. read more

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Food was excellent, very reasonable prices and the staff was great. We had the margarita pizza and crab pasta, which we're both delicious. Staff was very nice and the place did not have that touristy place kind of feeling. I would Go back. read more

Serves was awesome The food was so good I ordered three things just so I could have left overs Also going back for dinner read more

I was a little skeptical when reviewing the menu, but pleasantly surprised by how much i enjoyed the shrimp pesto pizza!! The fettuccine pasta is a must it was saucy and had delicious flavor! read more

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar - Shrimp Pesto Pizza Granchio Fettuccine - Italian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

From the host to the server, the service at Appetito Cafe was fantastic. We arrived without a reservation during happy hour and were seated within 10 minutes. Our server was excellent--friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout the meal. We tried items from both the happy hour and regular menu. From the happy hour menu, we had the Tuscan hummus and the margherita pizza, and from the regular menu, we ordered the Bolognese with pappardelle. Everything we tried was delicious and well-prepared. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that a random siren went off multiple times during dinner. The first time was a bit startling, but our server reassured us each time. While it didn't ruin the experience, it was somewhat distracting. Overall, a great spot with excellent food and service. I'd definitely return read more

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar - Margherita Pizza Homemade Bolognese with Pappardelle - Italian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I had the best pizza here! We also ordered the curry meatballs, and dipping the pizza into the curry sauce was absolutely amazing. Even after coming home, I still find myself thinking about this meal. We stopped by for lunch one day, and thankfully it wasn't busy at all since we had skipped breakfast and were starving. The customer service was outstanding. Our server gave us excellent recommendations, checked on us throughout our meal, and made us feel very welcome. Between the delicious food and the exceptional service, this was one of the highlights of our trip. We will definitely be coming back the next time we're in Hawaii! read more

The staff was top notch; a big thank you goes to Jett and the bartender! We were staying next door and stopped in to grab breakfast and a drink, but ended up leaving with an awesome itinerary for the day. Definitely ask for recommendations if you are in his section. The Bloody Mary and Mimosa came out quickly and hit the spot. She ordered the avocado toast, with mortadella, and I opted for the Simple Start, with bacon. After a few bites, we ended up trading plates. The food was good. I did not rate it higher because we felt that the mortadella almost over powered the dish, and the bacon was ordered crispy, but was chewy. The stand out was the small side of fruit. Side note: The Outrigger coupon makes it worth it read more

We came here for the happy hour and they have tons of menu options! We ordered their cocktails and wines and they were delicious! Definitely try out the sangria! We got some appetizers and they were delicious! The spicy meatballs really surprised me and it was really tasty! Their appetizers were for sure the highlight of the meal. The pizzas were really good too! The service was really fast and the restaurant is really pretty with really elegant vibes! Parking isn't too bad, since they validate! Definitely will be coming back to try out more of their dinner menu! read more

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Octopus ceviche was such a great twist and super tasty!' Sat at bar for dinner as tables were full. Bartender was very nice and easy to engage with during dinner. The Quattro formaggio pizza was quite tasty, though a bit rich for my sensitive tummy. Great place to visit!! read more

We were staying in the Outrigger upstairs and were exhausted after a full day adventure. (Sun up to sun down.) Made a super decision to try this establishment. Walked in moment before it became full with a long line waiting at the door! (tip, it was well worth waiting for.) The staff, absolutely perfect in every way. Exceptionally helpful with ordering items we thought we knew. Made suggestions. Steered us into smart options. Wood fired pizza, YES! The salad was almost too amazing to eat as it was a gorgeous work of art with texture, volume, and flavors I've never experienced! The pizza was TOO good! I was full halfway through, stretched a bit, and joyfully ate the rest! The decor was modern, but classic, elegant but inviting, and interesting lighting. Well worth the price! read more

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar can easily be found at the intersection of Kūhiō Ave (x) Kānekapōlei St. It is within the Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotel building. As I was by myself, I was drawn to this restaurant because of their advertised happy hour menu. On this occasion, I ordered the "salami pizza" ($16.00) and a glass of IPA ($6.00). With sales tax of $1.04, my ticket was $23.04 before gratuity. Unfortunately, I didn't like the preparation of the pizza I received. The meat product was too salty; and while the perimeter crust was like a nice bread, the center was soggy. Sitting at the bar, the service received was more than adequate. The happy hour pricing of the pizza and beer was a good value. As I visit Waikiki regularly, I'll try Appetito again. I'll just order something else from the menu. read more

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I remember coming here years ago and having a great experience so came back while on a staycation in Waikiki. The dish I got last time was so delicious, I've remembered it to this day and that was exactly what I got again. In bustling Waikiki, they are busy, but they'll take your name and phone number to join their waitlist and text you when your table is ready. I killed time at Target and the awesome Waikiki Market across the street. Will review that next. Started with the beef carpaccio and it was a great way to awaken my taste buds in anticipation for dinner. The star of the show: their lemon chicken! You get an entire half of a chicken. I'm usually not a huge fan of white meat but she was juicy and moist throughout. That lemon caper sauce, I wanted to drink it. So delicious! It does take longer to make as its oven roasted and comes piping hot. Totally worth the wait though. Host and wait staff were friendly and attentive. read more

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Came here on a whim for happy hour which is from 3 PM to 6 PM. It's a cute little spot that has a bar to the left as you walk in. I'd recommend reservations as the place fills up pretty fast! To start, we ordered the Gnocchi Alla Gorganzola which is made from moloka'i sweet potato so it's purple with gorganzola sauce. It's pretty good as the gnocchi is cooked just right,, which was a nice surprise. We also got the Margherita pizza which was good too since the pizza is baked in a wood fire oven. Good ration of cheese and sauce imo and the crust is not too thick. Then the notorious homemade lasagna, which is beef filled which I love since I don't eat pork! So rare to find an al beef ragu these days. It comes on a sizzling pan and is a decent size. They do make limited quantities per the restaurant. Service was good and the staff was friendly. read more

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Super fast assistance when we got there and kind workers!! I got the salmon and my bf got a margarine pizza or something like that, anyways it was so good. I got sat in the middle which was fine, just a bit squished. It was a warm dark area it felt very cozy. I 100% recommend coming here (get the salmon!) read more

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar - Margherita Pizza and Grilled Salmon - Italian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Total rip-off. For how expensive this prosciutto + burrata pizza was, the quality was unacceptable. The prosciutto was brown and not fresh, and the burrata was watery and honestly gross, the pizza was completely cold. To make it worse, the staff was rude and actually criticized the 10% tip I left on a pickup order--completely unprofessional. Way overpriced for what you get. I'll never come back. read more

Nice Italian restaurant in Waikiki. We were sat outside the restaurant. Great for people watching but can get a bit noisy so be aware of where you'd like to sit and let them know ahead of time if possible. The Shrimp pizza I got was pretty good, although I felt they gave a pretty stingy amount of toppings, my pizza pretty much only had one shrimp per slice which was rather disappointing. Service was great, our server was very quick and courteous. I would come back to try their other dishes and pizza, but probably wouldn't get the shrimp pizza again. read more

Parking is around the corner in a parking structure that is attached to the hotel restaurant. It's right before you hit the international market place parking structure. Very easy to miss but with validation we ate quickly, less than one hour parking was free. The lasagna and the bolognese pasta was home made fresh to order was DELECTABLE!!! The pizza oh wow the crust was like YUM. Hot cheese just everything was perfect. The lasagna had crispy corners and came out SIZZLING. Our server Jet was so sweet couldn't make us feel more at home. Got to try the yummy tiramisu and REALLY REFRESHING lychee sorbet. I normally don't like lasagna or sorbet but here it was like heaven. 10/10 highly recommend those house made items here. Next time will try the homemade lobster Mac and cheese Great service kind people nice cool indoor outdoor atmosphere. Go early there was fast service and very well lit but very cool by good AC. read more

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar - House-made lasagna - Italian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii