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    Chao Phya Thai Restaurant

    3.9 (531 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Bugs in lettuce
    Le J.

    Expensive for what you get. The spring rolls had bugs in the lettuce. Beef pad see ew tasted like metal. I love Thai food but this place is not it.

    Seafood medley
    Maritess C.

    My boyfriend saw this place and we decided to eat here for dinner. Hardly anyone in here. We ordered quite a bit, 4 plates. We ordered the pork fried rice, noodles, sweet and sour fish and seafood medley. We ended up waiting for a little bit because they had one cook so the waitress gave us free complimentary spring rolls which looked like egg rolls lol Everything was good but I especially liked the seafood medley plate because it had shrimp in it. Waitresses were really nice and promoting new dishes they had. Ambiance was nice and decor was cute. Plenty of parking up front and around. High recommend this place for Thai. Food was delicious.

    Randall S.

    This was a hidden gem to find in Kaneohe! I had seen the restaurant for a while and decided to take some out of town guests to check this place out. Needless to say we had a great time! The chef stopped by to review our order and recommended we try the baked oysters (not shown on the menu). The oysters were done similar to oyster Rockefeller but was baked instead. We also tried their bone in prime rib and it came with sides of potatoes and sautéed vegetables (not on the menu). The cashew soup was smooth with a good flavor (not on the menu). The eggplant was also very good and the pad Thai noodles were perfect. Not too gummy and not too crunchy. The service was excellent and after dinner, the chef stopped by to make sure we were satisfied with our meals. Our friends were impressed and said this was the best Thai food they've had and I agree. It was a wonderful experience and I'll be back again. Highly recommend folks check this place out for outstanding Thai fusion cooking!

    Pineapple Fried Rice + Pad See Ew
    Raquel M.

    Food: it was subpar. I did love the service and their eagerness to want us to try different menu items, but we know what we like. Pad see ew is just always my favorite. It was a bit too sweet. Ambiance was chill and clean!! Very family friendly. Parking: easy -- shouldn't have an issue.

    Crispy fish with spicy sauce was great.
    Ramiro H.

    The staff was really personable and welcoming. Great recommendations and went out of their way to ensure we felt taken care of. Food cake out extremely fast and the portions were a good size and really flavorful. We got spicy and it was just spicy enough to lightly tingle my lips, but not overly spicy to where it's not enjoyable. We will definitely be returning to this place, but although there's plenty of space and it's family friendly, it's just not financially sustainable for us to bring our kids. Quality food comes at a cost and it was just under 100 (not counting tip) for 3 plates, bowl of jasmine rice and water. Adding 3 kids to that tab would only be upon request for special occasions (birthdays, graduations, etc). Overall great staff, location, ambiance and food. Looking forward to the next visit

    Fish cake appetizer
    Debra N.

    They are very friendly, making drink and food suggestions. They took our orders fast before16 party came in. Appetizer: Seasoned fish cake, chewy texture, very tasty, laid on lettuce and wanted another, but given only four pieces...needed to behave! Main dish: seasoned fried fish was fantastic, many texture (crunchy, flaky, delicate), carrots, basil, mushrooms, lettuce, asparagus, and etc. This an absolute dis to eat. You don't need the sauce....makes it savory though. Side: purple rice... This was a fantastic meal and worth coming back to! Ciao!!!

    Pad Thai Noodles
    Kevin W.

    The Tom Ka soup was really great! They used real galangal and you could taste it! The of Thai was also tasty and the staff was very friendly.

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    This truly is one of the gems of the Windward Side. I love the yellow curry - one of the best I've had.

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    Wow ...Hidden Gem ...food and service amazing...my new go to place ! Had the soup and special fish ...

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    The food was $ and not that good. My dish was too salty. Not a lot of choices of things without meat.

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    Delicious food and friendly and warm staff. Our new go-to Thai restaurant in Kaneohe.

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    Chao

    Chao

    4.4
    (390 reviews)
    6.9 mi
    $$

    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!

    Ever since this place opened, my wife and I have been back numerous times! Very lovely set up…read moreinside, full bar, and an ambience that's great for any meal or date night. Our go to's are the chicken pho, and soft shell crab pasta. The pasta is so rich with a little spice and soft shell crab is crispy and light. Centered in town, it is easy to get too. Swing by now!

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    Interior dining room with bamboo-like lighting
    Interior dining room with bamboo-like lighting
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    Fried Spring Rolls - Ch Gi
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    Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

    Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

    3.6
    (650 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$$

    We were welcomed by couple of workers, friendly, and kind…read more The atmosphere wasn't loud and food came real fast and Shabu Shabu Kalbi pieces, beef tongue, and shrimp. Mushrooms and asparagus were roasted with deep flavors. Vegetable spring rolls had too much ginger and overpowered the vegetables within...even with sweet chili dip. Garlic edamame was the best with lots of garlic butter. 2 orders of garlic noodle was generous amount. We almost ate it all, but one serving would have been enough...creamy and rich...yummy. Minor thing...the green tea was not hot. I think I got the bottom of the pot and heard they had to make more. For Dessert, we had green tea ice cream...smooth and good! I would come back.... I have to check if they use lots of MSG because I became itchy....Ciao!!!

    parking - gyukaku is located in windward mall closest to the entrance with the parking lot…read moreconnected to buffalo wild wings, kickin kajun, and planet fitness. plenty of public parking available. very quick walk from any other mall parking stalls if there's no close parking me and my boyfriend went on a wednesday at around 6:00 and arrived to a 20 minute wait. the restaurant wasn't super packed but being a weekday i assume they were understaffed for a dinner rush. no problem! we just had a little walk around the mall and they gave us a call when a table was ready for us staff - very kind and attentive! we've been once before, but didn't quite remember our experience/how to order. our waiter explained the menu to us and gave some recommendations based on restaurant favorites. all staff were very friendly and had no irritable attitudes when asked for assistance or any changes order - there were all you can eat options, as well as ala cart! we chose ala cart, just because we didn't feel like we would be able to eat our moneys worth. we got: 2 orders of shabu meat, one in each type of sauce (miso or soy), scallops, garlic shrimp, kalbi, takoyaki, mushroom medley cheese fondue, and garlic butter! all those meats added up were enough to fill me and my boyfriend + leave us space to share a red bean taiyaki & ice cream afterwards! the foods i personally enjoyed most were as follows: scallops kalbi = shabu meat. cost - our total bill after tipping came out to about $100 for the two of us. we kind of went a little over board for what we would normally like to pay for a meal, but we were celebrating valentines a little early. if you wanted to visit more frequently you'd probably have to order less from the menu or come with a larger party to keep the price reasonable! or simply have the money to spend lol 4/5 stars just because the cost doesn't feel justified for the quality of the meat. staff were wonderful and this score has nothing to do with them. i just don't like to give 5 stars if i was not fully satisfied with the experience! it's also a restaurant chain so i'm even less inclined to judge lightly if it's not a small business.

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    Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
    Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
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    Lucky Belly

    Lucky Belly

    4.2
    (2.2k reviews)
    7.4 mi
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    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.

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    Interior bar and dining room.
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    Lobster Moco (Dec 2025 update)
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    Goen Dining + Bar

    Goen Dining + Bar

    4.0
    (540 reviews)
    3.8 mi
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    Enjoyed a fantastic Mother's Day prefixe dinner tonight at Goen, with my two favorite girls; my…read moredaughter and granddaughter. I always make it a point to try their special dinner offerings, and so far, I haven't been disappointed. Tonight was a 3 course offering, with an Amuse to start. We also ordered the Korean short rib stuffed ravioli as an additional appetizer. My 2 year old granddaughter absolutely loved it, and ate almost a third of the dish herself. The dinner offered a choice of one of 2 appetizers, and 3 entrees; of which we all chose the Scallop apps, with my daughter and I selecting the Surf and Turf, and my SIL, the Prime rib. The only hiccup was that my daughter's filet mignon initially came out 'blue' rare, rather than mid-rare, so we sent it back to be refired. Everything else was excellent. Service was great, as always, with all hands on deck for the busiest restaurant day of the year. I'm always looking forward to their next special dining event.

    We came here for a family birthday dinner, and having a personalized menu added a nice touch!…read more We started with a variety of appetizers, including the farm house salad and ahi tataki, and also tried a few items from their happy hour menu like the burrata and garlic fries. Everything was great--very fresh and light, especially the salad and burrata. For my entrée, I ordered the misoyaki butterfish, and it was fantastic! The portion was generous, served with soba noodles and plenty of fresh veggies, making it a a refreshing dish. I also tried some of my boyfriend's braised beef short rib, which was delicious--super tender, and the creamy polenta was cheesy and full of flavor. For dessert, we had halo halo, which was such a fun and tasty treat! It was a strawberry mango shave ice with a variety of toppings and textures. We had a large party, and the service was very accommodating. They checked on us often and made sure everything was running smoothly. Overall, we enjoyed ourselves and had a wonderful dinner here!

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    Bar
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    NYE appetizer
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    Daiichi Ramen - Kailua

    Daiichi Ramen - Kailua

    3.8
    (338 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    1999 years in business

    I love Daiichi Ramen. All of the locations I have been to pretty much operate the EXACT same (Pearl…read moreCity and Kapolei). It's never been too busy when I've gone since it's always midday, after lunch and before dinner. The service is quick and I've never had to wait long at all to get my food. I usually get the Katsu Curry, in which the portions are big and the chicken katsu always stays crispy.

    The cleanliness at this restaurant is very poor. The moment my family and I walked in, we were hit…read morewith a strong urine smell. There were fly traps hanging from the ceiling, which was quite unpleasant to see while trying to eat. Strangely, the staff was mopping the floor right next to occupied tables during a busy late-night rush. The menus also smelled like a dirty bathroom; I couldn't hold mine for more than a minute without gagging. While the staff was quick and the food came out fast, the kitchen was disorganized. They forgot our miso soup and brought out edamame instead of the menma (bamboo shoots) we ordered. We had the gomoku ramen, spicy beef ramen, gyoza, lemon tea, a side of menma, and shrimp tempura udon. The gyoza and lemon tea were delicious, but they couldn't outweigh the negatives. According to my family, two out of the three soups tasted like dish soap. We were too exhausted after work to send them back, but it was honestly gross. To top it off, the single-stall unisex bathroom had that same foul odor. I wouldn't recommend Daiichi Ramen. Serving 'dish soap soup' is unacceptable in food service. You're better off heading to the nearby Burger King or Safeway for late-night eats.

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    Our most popular ramen dish, Tan Tan Ramen.
    Our most popular ramen dish, Tan Tan Ramen.
    Combo menu.
    Combo menu.
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    Giovedi

    Giovedi

    4.3
    (194 reviews)
    7.4 mi

    I absolutely loved every dish we tried. Everything was delicious and beautifully plated…read more The restaurant itself is on the small side. Not a lot of tables inside but they do appear to have an outdoor seating area in the back. I opted to sit at the bar. My Crystal Tiger cocktail was perfect. The bartender was super knowledgeable and friendly. It was fun watching his bartender tricks while he made drinks. We had the Hokkaido Milk Bread and Onion dip for appetizers. The Grilled Kampachi was so good. Cooked to perfection with amazing seasoning and flavors. The accompanying sauce had hint of curry with lovely freh herbs. Loved it! My fave dish of all the ones we tried. We also had the Capellini Granchio. This was also delish. Pasta was perfect. A good amount of crab to flavorful noodles. I will definitely return in the future to try more things and have the Kampachi again. This would make a nice date spot. Dishes are impressive.

    Giovedi was pretty underwhelming and left us disappointed. The dining room was loud from the start,…read morewith a couple of guests being excessively noisy and music turned up so high it was hard to have a conversation. Is there no policy of cutting off guests? Does it have to take them to fall on the ground hitting the wall? Tables on both sides next to us all complained. Apps: The scallop crudo was excellent and the highlight of the meal. The foie gras toast was greasy, and the foie gras was served as a firm block rather than the smooth, spreadable texture I expected. Main: Our pastas arrived about 45 minutes after being seated. The spaghetti had good flavor but was inconsistently cooked, while the Capellini Granchio was buttery, smooth, and full of crab flavor. Bill: $170 with 3 cocktails minus tip. A few good dishes, but definitely doesn't qualify as a location for date night. I'll be trying the restaurant next door instead.

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    Outside
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    Capellini granchio.
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    O'Kims

    O'Kims

    4.6
    (888 reviews)
    7.5 mi
    $$

    Another outstanding meal at O'Kims Korean Kitchen! Every visit reminds me why this restaurant…read morecontinues to be one of Honolulu's culinary gems. Favorites such as the salmon was perfectly cooked plus the pork belly was rich and flavorful with just the right balance of crispness and tenderness. And the elote ice cream was absolutely divine, offering a creative and delicious finish to the meal. The new June specials are a must-try. Chef Hyun Kim continues to impress with a menu that blends creativity and Korean-inspired flavors. Highlights include the savory Brisket Donburi, refreshing Duck Cold Ramen, crispy Fish Jun, and a flavorful Duck Leg Salad. Each dish showcases Chef Kim's unique approach to Korean cuisine while delivering bold flavors and beautiful presentation. From the exceptional food to the welcoming atmosphere including outdoor garden dining, O'Kims continues to raise the bar. If you're looking for one of the most exciting dining experiences in Honolulu, make sure these June specials are on your list before they're gone!

    Lunch at O'Kims was a wonderful and flavorful experience. We were the first in the restaurant (our…read morereservation was for 11am when they opened. We were seated immediately once we chose which room and table we wanted. Note: go early is you some have reservations, the restaurant was full except doors one table when we left at 1pm. Menu is via a QR code on the table. There's a second with photos of the food on IG, but the photos on the menu were sufficient for us. Atmosphere is a little noisy in fun sort of way, but not too much - and service was good. Our server asked if it was our first time and proceeded to explain the QR menu and said not to hesitate to ask questions. We did ask about the multiple bibimbap options and our server suggested the stone pot (with wagyu) and the bulgogi. Food is an amazing twist in traditional Korean foods We ordered the truffle mandoo and fish jun for appetizers. Truffle mandoo can with little daikon (more like takuan) dice and soy flavor sauce jelly sauce. They have awesome flavor bursts to the delicious truffle mandoo with several different types of mushrooms. They fish jun was wrapped in some kind of dry seaweed and had dipping sauce. This was also very good, but a little more basic except for the yummy and fun seaweed. For entrees we had the bulgogi bibimbap and confit pork belly brulee. The bibimbap was made with barley rice and very flavorful, especially when you added the kimchee (that was refilled on request). Kimchee was flavorful and not spicy. Along with the kimchee pickled veggies were served (also refilled on request), with cauliflower, cucumber (English cucumber?), a jalapeño slice, cabbage, and bell pepper. Really refreshing and delicious. The confit pork belly brulee was almost melt in your mouth, topped with little tasty pearls (apple ginger jam?), sesame leaves, miso sauce, a side of pickled onions, and accompanied by a green salad with a seaweed dressing, and purple rice. The apple ginger jam was Yum! We were full but decided to try the black sesame cake either Sikhye sorbet. Cake was not too sweet, sorbet was creamy, had some puffed corn and both were delicious. Will try to go back soon to try other offerings since our meal was fantastic. We parked in the Smith Beretania municipal lot (credit card only!), which has nice sized parking spaces and $6+ for somewhere between two hour and two and a half hours.

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    Casual atmosphere
    Banchan (Kim chee and teagu)
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