Needed a place to eat out tonight and was tired of the same ol' places we always go to. Glad I…read moreremembered about this dynamic duo of Japanese style bento type entrees and made-to-order pasta. We were stoked to arrive in time for the end of day pastries discount at 6:00. You need to buy 6 and we just made it! They didn't have the apple pastry we usually get but because of that we got to try the peanut banana cream roll which was delish! Not too sweet, with apple banana and creamy peanut goodness in the center. On the Miopastalogy side, we ordered: 1) The Special: Salmon ikura cream pasta- a beautifully cooked fetucine- "light on the cream" which made for a nicely coated but not too creamy white sauce with salmon flakes, mushrooms, spinach, capers and a dollop of ikura. Mom and aunty loved this. 2) Shoyu butter pasta- their most popular pasta also el dente, a light shoyu with bacon, mushrooms, spinach, katsuo bushi, and a pad of butter, sprinkled with nori and chili flakes over spaghetti. I really liked the flavor on this. On the Dell's Kitchen side we got: 1) Kurobuta katsu- good quality pork with a crispy breading on a delicious Japanese curry with 2 scoops rice 2)Miso salmon - attractively plated with fresh ingredients Both came with potato salad and a cabbage salad tossed with a yummy creamy sesame dressing. I got the Dammann iced tea which was unsweetened and refreshing and hit the spot. Anunexpected bonus was the $10 off we received off each bill for having spent $100 on prior visits! Delicious food with great value and friendly service! They will deliver food but you seat yourself and bus your own tables. We'll be back!

First, I feel like this should be a "multi -review" because Mio Pastology is in a shared space with…read moreDell's Kitchen, and honestly, we go to BOTH at the same time, sometimes... for Mio Pastology, I love their pre-set pasta choices, but letting the customer decide on their own preference for pasta and sauces is like having the chef let you decide exactly what you want in your dish - yay! It's a lot like the old Angelo Pietro's, sort of Japanese/Italian Fusion. I also love their bakery choices! Savory and Sweet, so many options!! The crew is pleasant and friendly, especially considering they often work BOTH counters and two different registers. It's more of a casual counter/food court vibe, but with less crowds, decent parking and good food variety. Eat in or Take out, both easy options!

They have so many different types of pasta to buy! And a variety of wines also!…read more The star of the show is their pre-made ready to cook lasagnas tho I've been trying to eat healthier and we got the veggie lasagna and it was amazing! Didn't even get a chance to take a picture because we annihilated it would definitely get it again and try their other foods!

I remember hearing about Onda Pasta years ago and we finally checked it out while eating at their…read moresister business next door. It's located in Kaimuki and has convenient free parking right behind the shop. The store is small but packs a lot of choices. The main draw is the homemade pasta and sauces, ready for you to take home and simply heat for a local meal. They also have a selection of wines, local beer, and grocery items from Italy like anchovies and olives. Prices are reasonable for the homemade quality. Portion sizes are small; if you're making a big meal for a family or group of friends you'll definitely need multiple bags. The cashier was welcoming and friendly, telling us about the business. At the back you can see them making pizza dough and pasta for the restaurant next door too.

We went to Repetti's for lunch on July 4th. We heard good things about the restaurant and were…read morelooking forward to trying the food. We ordered the Repetti pizza and fettuccine with diavolo sauce and meatballs. We also had the Caesar salad and focaccia bread with marinara sauce. Our server was Grace. Grace was so friendly and knowledgeable and professional. In addition to the food, Grace made the dining experience exceptional. We sat outside and even though it was a very hot day, the temperature was very comfortable under the roofed area. The Pinot Grigio was excellent! Our meal was brought out in a timely manner and Grace was an attentive server. The Caesar dressing is perfection! The diavolo sauce was delicious and just-right spicy. We loved the meatballs and the fettuccine was cooked perfectly. The pizza!!!!! Wow. Just the right amount of crisp in the crust and the toppings were a delicious combination of flavors. The focaccia with marinara could have been a meal for me. The bread was hot and crispy while also being soft and savory. I couldn't get enough of the marinara. We had a lot of leftovers and ate some for dinner and still have more for tomorrow. Repetti's will be a new place for us to dine and bring friends as often as possible. We were so impressed and could not have wanted any of the experience to be different. Fantastic in every way!

First date? Business meeting? After hours cocktail? Family get together? Got a stroller and kids in…read moretow? THIS is a great dinner option! . The service was great all the way through. Wait times were minimal between ordering, appetizers, main course, and dessert. Although I ate leisurely, I was there for about 90 minutes. The atmosphere is so enjoyable, especially if you get outdoor seating. Cool, quiet, intimate. . Salads with every entree as well as bread? Makes the prices worthwhile. Every pasta dish was delicious: baked ziti, fettucine, pesto sauce. 10/10. Pizza and calzones if you have someone in your party who doesn't want traditional. Service was great and at the end of the night I plan to be back! . Kids and dog-friendly! Eat in or take out - up to you!

EXCELLENT LINGUINE AND MEATBALLS !!!…read more I did a DoorDash which also included an order of garlic bread. The marinara sauce was just right ... not too tangy and not too sweet. Next time I'll try their pizza.

My son and I stopped by Aroma Italia for lunch a couple of weeks ago, and we left so impressed!…read more We decided to share an order of Alfredo pasta with chicken (well... I ate the chicken because my son refuses to eat protein ). The Alfredo sauce was absolutely delicious. It tasted homemade and fresh, like someone actually made it from scratch instead of opening a jar. It was creamy without being overly heavy and had such a rich, authentic flavor. What really made our visit stand out, though, was the service. I wish I could remember our cashier's/server's name because she deserves a shoutout. My son and I both have food allergies, so before ordering we needed to make sure everything was safe for us to eat. She was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and happy to answer all of our questions. She also helped me figure out which pasta would be the best choice for my picky 7-year-old and even arranged for the grilled chicken to be served on the side instead of mixed into the pasta. That small accommodation made all the difference since my son wouldn't have touched it otherwise. The portion size was perfect for sharing between the two of us, and we both left happy (which is saying a lot when dining with a picky eater!). Between the fresh, flavorful food and the exceptional customer service, this was a wonderful experience. It's always refreshing to find a place that not only serves great food but also takes the time to make families with dietary restrictions feel comfortable and cared for. We'll definitely be back!

It was a bit slow probably from the rain. It's OK since it was easy to get a table…read more Kai was our waitress and she was helpful with answering questions about the menu. The fresh bread was served nice and hot with butter or vinegar and oil. I usually just use butter but decided to try the vinegar and oil. That was a really good decision on my part. It was really good. I was surprised. For those of you who have had it before know what I'm talking about. It was like a light grape jelly. The bread with the oil and vinegar was so good i got another loaf. Yum. We decided to get the clams casino for our appetizer. That was winners. It was really delicious. Fresh Manila clams in a broth of butter, white wine, bacon, fresh spinach, mushroom, onions, and tomato. That's from the menu. All I know is that all of that put together was really ono. I wish I still had some more bread to soak up the sauce. Lol She chose the shrimp and scallop scampi. I chose the shrimp and scallop alla spinach. The shrimp and scallops were served with fresh spinach, bacon and mushrooms in a garlic butter white wine sauce. It was so delicious. I know i wanna go back again. For dessert we were going to split a mud pie but unfortunately they were out. Sigh. Well three for three is pretty good. Well not pretty good. It was really great. Parking is on the Mauka side right after you pass the restaurant headed toward diamond head. (Left turn) It was pretty quiet with only two other tables occupied.

05/31/26 It's consistently good. I often get the salmon alla…read morepink but have had the scallop and shrimp version. Hubby had veal Parmesan and that looked really good. Service is good.

Food 5/5 Service 5/5…read moreAmbiance 5/5 Overall 10/10 Recommend ......................................................................................................................

We've been here a bunch of times now, whether it's for date nights, gatherings with friends, or…read morecelebrations--Rigo's tapas, pastas, and pizzas never miss. It is definitely on the pricier side, though, and the atmosphere can get a bit loud depending on when you go, so it may not be the best spot for conversations. That said, the ambiance is sophisticated and perfect for a nice, lively night out. The drinks, however, were quite underwhelming and definitely not worth the ~$17+ price per drink. I especially love their seafood paella, and my boyfriend always orders the Crostini and Pizza Bismarck. We usually share one or two entrées and fill the rest of the table with 5-6 tapas, and we're pretty stuffed by the end.

I love how they show samples of the food…read more They have two different registers depending if you want pasta or Asian food. I got the miso salmon plate. I love how it's decorated in the plate so nicely. They even shape the carrots into flowers. You can tell it's made with love. It tasted so good. Idk what was on top of the rice but it was beautiful and some type of purple herb like thing. The plate was so colorful. Everything was so yummy. And the pickled vegetables were also yummy. Service was good and didn't take too long.

Amazing food, awesome service, and very fair prices -- Dell's Kitchen is an absolute winner. It's…read moreone of the few places I've found here that really captures that true "Japan-Japan" quality, izakaya-style staples, served up plate lunch style. We tried the kurobuta tonkatsu featuring Kyushu/Kagoshima pork, the loco moco (which I almost never order), and a side of gyoza -- and wow, everything was super oishii! The tonkatsu was juicy, tender, and deeply satisfying. The loco moco was the surprise star for me -- the burger was moist, flavorful, and smothered in one of the best brown gravies I've ever had. It was light in color, full of flavor, and not overly salty. The gyoza was equally impressive -- so tasty and well-balanced that you could really pick up each ingredient, and it was so good it honestly didn't even need sauce. P.S. Right next door (under the same roof) is Mio Pastalogy, same owner and awesome pasta dishes!

With Onda Pasta, I'm ONDA way to pasta greatness…read more I first learned about Onda Pasta during a Yelp Elite virtual pasta making class a few months back, and gosh, Andrea serves a quality product. The base is with semolina flour, eggs, and flour; simple enough, right? But his pasta has more depth to it, and the fact that it's homemade shows. Some varieties include squid ink pasta, spaghetti, and rigatoni. Find him and his small, humble team at the Aloha Farm Lovers Kaka'ako market on Saturday mornings from 8 am-12 pm, and the Kailua one on Sunday mornings from 8 am-12 pm. They are enthusiastic, and more than happy to recommend pasta varieties based on what kind of pasta you desire to whip up!

Fresh, homemade pasta, and unique, authentic sauces. I think I just died and went to pasta heaven…read more Andrea is a super cool guy, setting up shop every weekend at the Kakaako and Kailua farmers market, selling his homemade pasta dishes. On today's farmers market adventure, my sister, my mom, and I set out for some cool local finds and came across Onda Pasta while looking for lunch. Andrea is super knowledgeable and passionate about his craft. We talked a bunch about pasta and I was surprised to find out that he makes everything himself! I purchased his mafaldine pasta (uncooked) and corn pesto sauce. Upon returning home, I was so excited to try out my purchase. The entire process took less than 10 minutes. Talk about a quick and easy meal! Andrea suggested I bring the pasta water to a boil and let the pasta cook for four minutes and that's exactly what I did. After letting the noodles cool I taste tested the noodles (of course) and they were perfect. Al dente! The perfect amount of chewy and taste. While boiling the noodles, I heated up the pasta sauce. The corn pesto was the perfect amount of sweet and savory. At the farmers market, Andrea suggested we add bits of crispy bacon and cheese to garnish our dish with. I unfortunately had neither bacon nor cheese so I made it my own and garnished it with baby tomatoes and basil from my garden. And let me tell you, he does not skimp on the pasta or sauce. One container of pasta and one container of sauce fed myself, my grandma, and mom comfortably. All in all, if you're looking for a quick, homemade, cook at home pasta meal, Onda Pasta is where it's at!