Food was good. Service was excellent. Seated fast on a Friday night. Food came out fast and was…read moretasty.

Three words: Pork Cutlet Curry. That's all I need in this life. I hope they stay in business…read moreforever because I can't stand the idea of not being able to come to Ono-ya to grab this dish. Their curry is thick and seasoned to perfection! This is literally all I think about when I'm hungry. Lol! Service is ALWAYS on point, friendly and quick whether you dine in or take out. Just how I like my service no matter where I go. This location is also very convenient bc I literally work a hop and skip away from Ono-ya.

Got the black garlic ramen extra noodles and extra boiled egg…read more The broth is rich and flavorful. We also shared Ahi katsu, calamari, and agedashi tofu. Agedashi tofu always hits hard and never disappoints. The ahi katsu was delightfully soft and not tough. Our server was friendly and accommodating. The place is small so you might need to wait a bit if you come during the rush hour.

Food - I'm going through a cold noodle phase right now, so I ordered their cold noodle dish. It was…read moregood. I really like their noodles. It was firm, nice and chewey, and was not mushy. The sauce to dip the noodles in was good. It was flavorful, salty, and sweet. My wife had a bowl of ramen. I got to try the soup and it tasted really good. I also like how thick it was. I don't like thin soup on my ramen, so this I really liked. My daughter was gulping down her noodles... just shoving it into her mouth. That is a huge thing for me because she's picky with food. We also had the potato mochi. I also liked that one. It had good texture, crunch, and chew. It was brushed with a glaze. The flavor was good. I'm not a chicken karaage guy. But I'm mentioning it because we ordered it. The chicken karaage were good chunks of chicken. Not like other places who give small chunks. My wife liked it because it had more chicken than batter. Service - The Place had good service. The food came out on time. Servers were checking up on us without hovering or being overbearing. They paid attention when we called asking for help. I was listening to the workers, and they seem to like being there. I mean, "work is work", and no one REALLY LIKES going to work. I'm pretty sure we'd all rather be someplace else besides work. Maybe I caught them in a good mood, but, it genuinely seemed like the moral in the place was good and the people working there that night didn't mind being there. Vibe - Small, family vibe. I liked that there was buzz but it wasn't loud. When we came, most of the people there were older, but as we left later in the evening, a more younger crowd started lining up and coming in. That tells me, they appeal to a wide demographic/pallet, which is good. Overall, it's going on the list of places to go back to and recommend. I don't really like going to ramen places during the summer because it's hot. But I would go here.

Vegetarian Miso ramen 5/5. Great balance of flavors. Added egg - unfortunately cooked all the way…read morethrough, missed that runny yolk. Hygiene 1/5. Restaurant was perfect. Server was seen picking up something from the kitchen floor with her black gloves but didn't wash. Ick. She's touching everything. She wears gloves to protect her skin and not for the customers eating.

I'm not a huge ramen person, but being from Japan, I know what good ramen is supposed to be. This…read moreplace is one of the few spots on the island I genuinely enjoy. I don't mess with places that can't even serve ramen hot enough to burn your tongue and make you blow the steam away ;) This was my third visit, and I'm impressed with how consistent they are. Service was fast and attentive, and the restaurant was very clean with hand sanitizer available. Pretty sure I'll be back again and again. And don't forget to mention you're Kamaʻaina if you are -- it helps.

Absolutely amazing noodle spot! There was a long line when we arrived, but it moved incredibly…read morefast. As soon as we got inside, we knew this place was going to be something special. Being able to watch them make the noodles in the back, combined with the incredible smell throughout the restaurant, made the whole experience even better. I ordered the curry udon, while my wife got the creamy broth, and we also shared the tempura shrimp. Everything was absolutely delicious. Honestly, this was probably our best food stop on the island. I'll be thinking about this restaurant for a long time. Where we're from, there's nothing even close to a place like this. If you're visiting the island, this is definitely a spot you need to try!

Marugame Udon had been one of my favorite spots to eat until today. I had visited this spot past…read morethe busy hour, and the restaurant was not half full. The line was short and efficient. I was able to get in my order immediately. I had ordered kitsune udon with gyoza and tempura shrimp sides. The total is around $16 for anyone who is wondering what price to expect. The quality of the food has been consistent. It's a bit warm inside, but you'll find some good table areas that are cooler. I was disappointed by the service today, especially because there was less people between 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM when I went. The staff had automatically thrown in green onions and tempura flakes, which was not requested. They were just throwing in things without the usual ask they do. Especially, this hurt most when there was a rude lady staff passing out toppings. My family member had kindly requested for green onions a few times, and mind you again, we did not have a line when we entered in, but this lady snickered and ignored her request. I had to sternly request for green onions which eventually happened. The service should not be this way. This is an amazing restaurant, but the experience was utterly ruined from that service experience.

Happy to hear that Kamitoku Ramen from Ward Centre relocated to South Shore Market (previously…read moreoccupied by Scratch Kitchen). They are currently exploring a new concept, which is a bit different from what it used to be. There's quite a bit of items missing from their old menu, but they have included new dishes to try. I got their Beefy Gold which has a lighter broth. I also ordered a side of yuzu peel & juice, reminiscent of the yuzu shio ramen. I'd say that the broth is pretty good (light broth is gentle to the stomach), and the noodles were cooked well. You'll probably miss the fatty chunk of charsiu, but they now have pulled beef charsiu instead which is stringy and just as flavorful :) Service was friendly as always and they were very attentive to our needs. Ambiance is a bit more upscale than their previous Ward location, and definitely larger. Will come back again to try their Otoko-Meshi items, overall just glad that they're back!

Kamitoku just reopened at Ward Center and they still have some kinks to work through... like their…read morephone number doesn't work. I tried to place a phone order for pickup but no bueno. On to the good tho! Space is large so it sits more people. Ramen is just as good as ever. It's one of my favorite ramen spots and has a big piece of my heart. They do use a beef base though so if you don't eat beef, I'm sorry for your loss. Ramen menu is simplified so it does make it easier to order with the base and then the add-ins. My only small quip is that the meat changed from the last location from a chunk to shreds and I'm not really feeling the shreds Regardless it's still one of my favorite spots and I enjoy going back every time!

So glad we ate here! Looks like there are lots of hip options in Chinatown, and we would have…read morewalked around and tried even more if we had had more time. We had a 4 hour layover in Honolulu and it was a quick 15 minute Lyft ride here to Lucky Belly. We were the only party here right at 5:30 pm. Loved the art and clean simple elegance of the exposed brick wall and wood tables. We were greeted and served by a very friendly host. We had the duck tacos, plus the special dim sum appetizer combo of pork belly bao, lobster dumplings and oxtail dumplings. We could not pick a favorite. The variety of textures was fantastic and each of the meat fillings were perfectly seasoned and tender, delicious! Each had a different sauce- just enough, not too much. Nothing was spicy but there was chili oil on the table if you wanted to add more heat. We got 2 nonalcoholic spritzers, one lilikoi and one hibiscus, which were each refreshing and complimented the meal. Since the service was so efficient, after eating, we still had time to zip over to Magic Island to stroll around, take in the scene and enjoy the sunset before heading back to the airport. Our last evening in Hawaii was really special thanks to this delightful restaurant!

Horrifying experience. We arrived to a nearly empty restaurant. The hostess asked if we had a…read morereservation. We arrived an hour or so before they were about to close. All of the window seats were empty. In fact the restaurant was nearly empty. We were told the only option for us was the inconspicuous booth at the back of the restaurant. Not a good start. The food was okay. There was more than we were expecting, however the short ribs were a little tough. The ambiance, it was nice and empty by the time we left. Overall, what had been something we'd been looking forward to for years turned out to be a dismal disappointment. The experience left us feeling unwelcome, particularly because it seemed the staff were uncomfortable with two men simply going out for lunch. Being a Black and Asian couple shouldn't have any bearing on how paying customers are treated, but unfortunately, that's how the experience felt to us. We can overlook mediocre food or service, but feeling judged or unwelcome is something we won't overlook. We were there as paying customers and deserved to be treated with the same courtesy and respect as anyone else. Unfortunately, this is a place we won't be returning to, and based on our experience, we would not recommend it to others.

The staffs are friendly and helpful. Truffle noodle and…read moreteriyaki chicken taste really nice. The best restaurant in Ala moana. Will definitely come again!!

This ramen spot is just a classic place. It has gotten a little more Chinese over the years, but…read moreyou don't hear me complaining. Won tons in my ramen? Oh yeahhh!! The Good: * One of my favorite dishes is the cold chicken noodles with dipping sauce. It comes on a bed of freshly cut cucumbers & noodles if you wish. Literally is such a clean delicious dish. No one else makes this kind of dish. I highly suggest if you don't wanna eat ramen that day, but you want a good stack of noodles and protein. * The tan tan ramen is the basic good stuff that never gets old. * I have also tried the sour/spicy clear brother ramen and that was real interesting and good, but I gotta be in the mood for that one The Bad: * sometimes it's so busy! gotta wait for a table The Weird: * the menu is getting larrrrrrrrrge, screaming that the restaurant is run by Chinese really lol

Food - so delicious. Some of the best ramen I've had. The REAL star though are their sticky ribs…read more You gotta get them. Perfectly seasoned and fall off the bone. My bf and I both got the $35 meal sets. I also ordered a frozen beer and I thought the whole thing would be a slushie but it's only the top. Anyway it was fun and delicious. Service - no complaints. Workers were nice and things went smoothly Ambiance - lots of outdoor seating. It was casual and we had no wait.

What can you expect from a touristy restaurant in Waikiki? Probably a nice atmosphere, a great…read moreview, and prices to match. The restaurant is a quaint little spot inside the 'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach, with a pleasant atmosphere and views of the beach. Service was friendly and attentive, so no complaints there. The food, however, was just okay. We tried the sushi rolls, which were nicely presented but unfortunately lacked flavor. The sushi rice seemed completely unseasoned, making the rolls rather bland. The soft-shell crab was another disappointment--the outer casing was still quite tough, and we found ourselves pulling pieces of the skin out of our mouths. Not exactly enjoyable. The Popcorn Shrimp had the opposite problem--it was heavily seasoned. Even the Momo Punch was underwhelming. Overall, it wasn't a terrible experience, but for the price, we expected more. Then again, this is Waikiki, where you're paying a little extra for the location and the tourist experience.

Definitely think this place is a hidden gem in Waikiki. Why wait in a long line for udon when you…read morecan come here? There wasn't a wait when we visited, and the portions were huge! Plus it was a lot cleaner than another udon place within the strip. I felt like we got a bang for our buck here. I ordered their bento and it came it so many items. My husband ordered their spicy udon. Although not super spicy, it was delicious. Our server was super nice and attentive. We had our baby with us, and catered to him as well. We were super sorry about his mess, and he made us feel not so bad about it.

First of all, they took away their big bowls, which feels like defeating the whole point of going…read morethere. The service used to be so good, but now it's terrible. I'm pretty sure they gave us the wrong order three times .On top of that, we first saw one cockroach and told a staff member, who didn't even apologize on the behalf of the restaurant and just said, "Okay." He grabbed it with a napkin while we were all in shock. It shouldn't be a normal occurrence for a restaurant to have that. I understand it's Hawaii and there are always cockroaches, but it seemed like they were completely used to having them around. After seeing a second one, I decided to take a picture to show the manager. The manager just went, "Oh man, that sucks," and that was it. That's all he said. It definitely seems like this establishment has gone downhill, and honestly, I think they're just too used to dealing with cockroaches. But do wagyu bowl was pretty good

Onoya Ranen was Sanoya... Ramen broth is good! Noodles are…read morenice and chewy. Portions are good size, kids portions are great and the service and staff is great. They have parking in the back so that was helpful.

Finally, tried ramen from Onoya Ramen's King Street location. Ordered pickup via the Toast Local…read moreapp. Now, of course, the quality is the same as the ramen that I've had from their Kapahulu shop. The Black Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen was fantastic...even better was the price. You won't get a bowl of ramen for $17 at any Oahu ramen eatery that is better than what I had for lunch today. Weekday hours for lunch are from 1100a till 200p. They open again for dinner at 500p and close at 1000p. Weekend hours are from 1100p to 1000p.