I love Blackrock pizza, especially the locals lunch special. My favorite is the chicken pesto…read morepizza and their salads with garlic her. Dressing. All their sauces and dressings are made in house.

We walked in and immediately sat down. We ordered with no line and the staff were super friendly…read more We got the cheesy bread and it was SO good. We also got the meat lovers pizza and the Huli Huli Chicken Pizza. The meat lovers pizza had so much meat on it! The Huli Huli chicken was super good. We were in and out within less than an hour. Overall would come back again!

Holy moly! We stopped for lunch at the cace (closes at 2:00pm) and wow! My daughter got the…read morealfredo which was excellent and a perfect portion (2 giant pieces of garlic bread too). I got the charcuterie sandwich and it was not at all what I expected in the best of ways ... 2 large pieces of Italian bread spread with gig jam then grilled and layered with meats, Gruyère, greens, goat cheese and a balsamic glaze ... one of the most beautiful things I e ever eaten! The staff is very friendly and helpful, the cafe is very charming and cozy's 100% recommend!

We went here the other night for a cheap date…read more You know, when you don't feel like cooking, but you don't want to spend a lot of money at a fancy place, so no cocktails, no appetizers, no dessert. Instead of two entrées, we decided one appetizer and one entrée, simply because I think their meatballs are the best on the island. They are fantastic. The fresh baked focaccia bread was also outstanding, although my girlfriend and I both found the vinegar/oil a weird mix as the vinegar would not stick to the bread because of the oil. The service was fantastic. You're probably thinking how is this review two star when half of the meal and service is already fantastic? It started with the last two times we came to Casanova's upcountry. *black and white flashback* Casanova's was the restaurant of our first date 6 years ago and we always went there for any special occasion. It always delivered. However, the two most recent trips were less than subpar. The pizza had to be eaten with a fork because the crust was so floppy and thin, and the service was just not there. We had one of those grumpy waiters who made us feel bad for even asking for something. And then the sorbet dessert took more than 30 minutes to come out. *back to present day* So we told ourselves, this would be the third strike, and if Casanova's still disappointed, they would be out of the regular rotation. The waiter asked us if we wanted bread, and my girlfriend said, "yes, please." But then I noticed that bread is not free. To me, you don't offer something that is complementary at many places without letting people know it's gonna cost them. Then, for the meatballs, which, mind you, are still amazing...the manager asked if we wanted parmesan cheese. We said yes, and he brought back what appeared to be Kraft Parmesan cheese from the green cylinder container. You guys all know the one. The ground powder that you grew up thinking is what Parmesan cheese topping is, but then you go to a real Italian restaurant and realize no, it's actually something that is a much more luxurious experience. It is bursting with flavor and shredded on your plate for maximum freshness. I guess it's the same thing as grinding pepper over your salad versus giving you a salt shaker. This is not Fazzoli's lol Also, I do not know if they raised prices since our last few times, but everything felt more expensive. The chicken parmesan was $33. It was ok. It wasn't this omg experience like we had had previously, but, we also couldn't tell if it was just all of the experiences finally coming to a head. A month ago, I had also spoken with a coworker of their own subpar experience at Casanova's as well. So here we are, over $60 for what should've been a cheap night out for one appetizer and one entrée. ...And with this crazy weird Parmesan experience. We felt like they were increasing prices, but lowering the quality of the ingredients. We couldn't put our finger on it, other than to say this was a value to price mismatch. Given the prior two times, this was strike three. We will not be going here again.

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!

What to say about one of the oldest and most respected restaurants here in Kona? It, along with…read morethe Kona Inn are places embedded deeply in the history and memories of people that grew up here and have come here for special occasions for multiple generations. I am happy to share that it remains a classic and unique experience for locals and visitors alike. Last night we decided to go since we were celebrating a friend's recovery from open heart surgery at Queens six weeks earlier and even though it was the July Fourth holiday weekend we had an excellent meal. Seated next to the crashing surf with a sweeping view of Kailua Bay we enjoyed cocktails as the sun slowly set. We were fortunate to be taken care of by Joe, who as it turned out had worked there 17 years and he made some good suggestions. The sizzling mushrooms were a delight. My wife had the lamb shank, and I had the pork chop. Both were amazingly tender and tasty. Our friends had the signature Teriyaki steak and pasta with Kauai prawns and ended up wishing they'd had ours. The signature steak has great flavor but flank steak is not as good as a ribeye grilled at my place, or so they told me. They are somewhat spoiled. ): But we all had a great time and were especially pleased with Joe as we went down memory lane and caught up on mutual friends. We're grateful that Eric and his team have kept this and the other restaurants they own top notch. Also well worth noting is that its employee ownership program ensures the legacy of quality will continue. Parking here is a challenge but there's free validated parking and then if you don't mind a bit of a walk there are other options. I forgot to ask about parking as we parked and walked this time because the lot was full but that's not surprising given it was a holiday weekend. Mahalo.

Came in with no reservations but they had plenty of seating. Lovely live music and a beautiful…read moreview. But food is very bland for the price range. Food 1/5 E Ku'u Aloha "My Love" $16 - Yummy cocktail. Clam Chowder - Lack flavor, didn't do it for us. Poke - Expensive and just okay, nothing special. Taro chips were really the main seller for me. Garlic Shrimp - Expensive for nothing special. I can't believe this is as best as the dish comes. Service 2/5 We waited a while before our order was taken, service overall was really slow. Our server seemed a bit defeated, I think he was exhausted and I felt kind of bad for him. For my birthday they gave me a nice little cheesecake. Ambiance 5/5 It was already dark when we dined it but the view was nonetheless peaceful and gorgeous. We sat near the ledge and listened to the waves hit the rocks.

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!

Amazing food and service! The carbonara was very creamy and had great flavor. I saw an…read moreadvertisement of Cucina Moon on instagram and decided to give it a try, and I'm so glad I did. The staff, Kimara, was very friendly and welcoming. She made sure everything was going well and made the experience even better. Thank you, Kimara! I have to mention the handbag stools, I never been to a restaurant that offered them and it was very convenient (also cute lol). Overall, great experience! I would come again for sure!

On a recent evening we weren't sure to have, we decided pasta was in order. Cucina Moon used to be…read morea main part of the Test Kitchen on the second floor of McCully Shopping Center, but on this visit I noticed the space has been divided into a Cucina Moon dedicated space around the kitchen, with the poke and ice cream spots on the other side of the wall. What that means is it feels more like a planned restaurant. The kitchen is open at the back, so you can see all the food being made. They have various size tables and bar seating around the kitchen. We ordered our food to go, which was a little frustrating as all items weren't on the online menu. A few things, like bread and salad, I had to order at the host stand, which added to our wait time as the pasta dishes were ready. The staff was super helpful and welcoming however, offering water and seats while I waited. I tried the spaghetti bolognese and loved it; it was a garlic bomb with great flavor and noticeable portion of meat. The salad was delicious, fresh and bright and simple dressing. The garlic bread was soft and great for dipping. Overall, this is a fun place to come. You may have a better experience dining in; and must love garlic!

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!

Surprised to see some of these lower reviews. You're probably that 1% that just needed something to…read morecomplain about. Heck one of you gave this place 2 stars because it took 7 minutes. Like bro, the average bake time for a pizza place is 6-8 minutes - you must be a Tostinos pizza lover, where the pizza shows up fast because it never fully committed to being a pizza Amina Pizzeria is outstanding!! Never had a bad experience here and we come here every time we're in Hawaii . The lady up front is nice and pleasant, and the pizza is seasoned good, cheesy, and the crust is great. Definitely recommend

Nice little pizza place about 1/3 mile from Waikiki. I picked up a small fresh spinach and garlic…read more(#3) to go. It took 7 minutes (they were not busy). The pizza is good, but not spectacular. Cheese was good and the toppings were fresh, but the crust was just ok. Next time, I will try the French bread pizza. Little containers of crushed red pepper and Parmesan in the box were a nice surprise. Service was great. Location is convenient and it's much better than Domino's, a Little Caesars', etc. Will return.

My boyfriend (who is not easily impressed) LOVED this spot! We are from SoCal and have so many…read moreburger places but he said this was easily his favorite! Great service, super friendly and fast! Will be coming back when we're on the island (Phone did not eat first)

TOURIST TRAP SCAM WARNING: 100% rip off and truly below fast food chain options. We just landed in…read moreMaui and read these great reviews (must be owner created) and then I dropped $115 on burgers and fries for two adults and two kids. And the horrible part about this is there's a Carl's Jr. just across the street! I will say the service was very good: a nice kids just trapped in an awful owner's business... But after that, it's all downhill... Portions are small, food is 100% Cisco boxed and frozen garbage, and prices are sky high! Save your money... If you absolutely have to have a hamburger, any fast food chain will beat this garbage, we're just going to a local supermarket and get something from their deli section... It should be illegal to charge and serve this level of food... But so long as it's not places like this we're gonna thrive on ignorant tourist business.