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Chinatown is know for its great food and nightlife. Lucky Belly definitely earns its keep and holds its own amongst the best of them. On this particular visit, it was a Wednesday night, 9:35 when we walked in just before their closing time. We had just come from enjoying a night of good vibes, good drinks and good vinyl tunes at EP Bar. Upon entering we were greeted kindly and offered any seat in the dining room. Place was extremely clean and comfortable. Service came around with water and gave us a minute to look over the menus. He returned shortly and orders were placed. 15 to 20 minutes tops, the food came out. What we Order? - Crispy Duck Taco. 5/5 stars. Outstanding. For context I knowing that he's not much of a duck fan, had my son try them, but he LOVED them. "I'd totally order that again..." - Oxtail Dumpling. 5/5 stars. Savory - Lumpia 5/5 stars. Perfect fry. Wrap is crisp and light, fill is flavorful and delicious. - Bi Bim Bap 5/5. Overall, service is tops, prices are fair, every bit and bite of each plate was excellent. Such a gem in Chinatown. I always wonder why about the name of a restaurant. After dining at Lucky Belly, what a lucky belly indeed.
Feeling lucky... I do have many mental checks of places that I've love to check out and yes Lucky Belly is definitely one of them and the other lucky moment is that I was able to enjoy it with Terry K. Located on the corner of Smith and N Hotel Street it's a lovely spot just outside of Chinatown. Walking in I love the brick decor giving that downtown industrial vibe as the restaurant itself isn't that big but still gives you room between tables. Menu items is quite unique as I didn't expect to find Ramen here which I do see many come here to enjoy but decided to give the "Oriental Chicken Salad" as it comes with karaage chicken that got me very curious to try though before that we got the "Lamb Lumpia" which was a very flavorful bite as it has kimchi as well giving it the various asian flair. Let me tell you their salad can feed a party starting with over a dozen chicken karaage surrounding the rim of the bowl was brimming with salad so fresh and flavorful with a light sesame dressing...and no I couldn't finish it and you'll never know looking at my leftovers that I was just that lol! Service was very fast and efficient and I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch and with a bit of lucky find street parking is close for us to enjoy...lucky me! Thank you!
Celebrated early Christmas dinner with friends. We made reservation at 5pm. It was a busy night but all the servers were working very hard. Restaurant looks clean and neat. Food always good at Lucky Belly, I ordered the dishes as below:- 1. Pork Belly Bao - 10/10 2. Shrimp Gyoza - 10/10 3. Crispy Duck Taco - 10/10 4. Smoked Octopus- 7/10 5. Lobster Moco - 8/10 Don't miss this place, good food with great services.
Still wonderful, a fairly static menu same as last visit a year ago. There was a snapper special that looked amazing at the next table. Be sure to inquire about the pupu combo appetizer. Friendly service, only detractor was the unfortunate smell in the dining room. It smells like Chinatown IYKYK.
Guinness to Ramen Reset: The Chinatown Late-Night Move You Don't Want to Miss If you start your night with Guinness and Jameson for St. Patrick's Day, there's only one right move after in Hawaii, ramen. Lucky Belly delivered exactly what we needed and then some. We walked over to Lucky Belly and grabbed seats at the bar, which is the move. Watching the kitchen in action inside this restored Chinatown building adds to the whole experience, old bones, new energy, and a place that just feels alive. Cocktails were a perfect reset. The "Bean in the Box" Old Fashioned was smooth and refreshing, a great transition from beer to food. My wife had the Monkey King, well-crafted, though just a touch sweet for her taste. We started with the shrimp gyoza, crispy on the outside, fresh and flavorful inside, sitting on that edamame-avocado purée with ponzu that pulls it all together. Easily one of those dishes you wish you doubled up on. For ramen, she went with the Fungi Bowl, which had a deep, earthy flavor that really stood out, and I had the Belly Bowl, rich, flavorful, and exactly what you want after a night out. The broth had depth, the noodles were spot on, and every bite just worked. Pricing is what you'd expect for Chinatown, fair, approachable, and worth it for the quality you're getting. This place hits that perfect late-night balance, great food, strong drinks, and a vibe that makes you want to hang a little longer. If you're in town and need that post-drinks reset, this is it. We'll absolutely be back.
My favorite eats in Hawaii HANDS DOWN! To start off, the service was quick, we immediately got seated down once we walked in. A bit dark inside, but mysterious haha!!! We got the Monkey Cocktail, which was strong and yummy, you could really taste the pina colada puree. We ordered the special trio for the night which was Pork Belly Baos 2x , Lobster Shu Mai 2x and from what I remember Har Gow 2x. All VERY DELICIOUS. Next appetizer was DUCK TACOS! Warm crispy outer shell with meaty duck elevated with flavorful greens and drizzled with chili oil. Our main dish for the night was Kimchi ramen it had a jammy egg and so much flavor. Wow unbelievable. Best place in Honolulu, and to end off my trip with this place was the highlight of my vacation. Thank you to the staff for making this a great experience!
Checked out Lucky Belly again and it was even better than before. Our server Sterling(I think) was awesome, he kept coming by and checking on us. Parked in the public parking up the block, which made it easy. The food was awesome for the most part. The only negative I can mention was the whole Fried Tai Snapper was a little dry, but other than that, outstanding food. I had a few Nado beers which are always good, but one recommendation I have is to try the Smoked Yuzu Whiskey Sour. Tasty. Anyway, check them out when you're in Chinatown. Alooooooooha and happy eating.
Went to Lucky Belly in Chinatown and wow--this spot is a gem! My friends ordered the pork belly bao, crispy duck tacos, bi bim bap, and the miso-braised lamb leg. Everything looked INSANE, and they couldn't stop raving about the crispy duck tacos and pork belly bao (their top faves)! I have a ton of food allergies (gluten, dairy, soy, sesame, oats), so I didn't expect to be able to eat much--but I was blown away by how accommodating they were. The chef personally helped adjust the dish, and the waitress had amazing suggestions and made me feel taken care of. I ended up getting the bi bim bap with smoked octopus (yes, octopus!) and it was next level. The octopus had a perfect crunch on the outside, was tender on the inside, and seasoned beautifully. The bowl was big, satisfying, and absolutely delicious. Not many Asian fusion spots can work around my allergies, but Lucky Belly made me feel welcomed--not like a burden. Can't recommend this place enough for allergy-conscious foodies and flavor chasers alike. I'll definitely be back. Thank you for the great experience!
I made reservations for 4 of us on a Friday night. We shared the smoked octopus, fried snapper on a bed of edamame garlic fried rice - Thai style, oxtail dumplings, crispy duck tacos, and lobster shumai (which I did not eat). My favorite was the oxtail dumplings, while everyone else said it was a tie between that and the lobster shumai. We all were excited to eat the snapper, but it was a little dry and I couldn't taste the Thai spices. I still need to try the ramen one day. Guess I need to put it back on my list for places to try again.
Lucky Belly was such a cool spot! My husband and I decided to grab a few appetizers. We went with the wafu steak, shrimp gyoza, and the duck tacos. The duck tacos were definitely our favorite. They were so good that we even went back before our flight to get them one last time before leaving Hawai'i. My husband also tried the Bean' To Box, which is their twist on an old-fashioned. He also ordered the hibiscus lemonade, and I got the Jasmine lime soda -- both were super refreshing. The service was awesome, and the atmosphere was cozy and chill. Lucky Belly was definitely one of my favorite restaurants to eat in Hawai'i! I'm still thinking about those duck tacos as I write this review.
Food is hit or miss and the service is absolutely horrible. Witnessed multiple people have to stand up and beg to pay so they are no longer held hostage in this shit hole. Even if we wanted to order more food and drinks it would be impossible since the staff is non-existent. Also, a whole tray of dirty glasses was left on the next table for the over an hour we were stuck there. Clearly they give zero fucks about the customer here. Had the lamb shank and it was very underwhelming. Flavorless and bland. Pretty tender but could have been more fall apart. The only saving grace that is the reason this isn't 1 star was the scallop cone sushi. The bone marrow risotto inside was amazing and the only negative was the scallops being slightly overcooked inside.
This has become my brother in law's most proclaimed favorite! And it was an accidental find for us! We intended on going to a different restaurant around the block but they were closed. It's Chinatown, so parking is naturally a challenge. We quickly found this restaurant on Yelp and were seated right away. The tables were clean and seating was bench style. Ambiance was calming with moderate lighting. I did have to read the menu for hubs because of that but we enjoyed the calmer mood. The staff was very attentive the entire time. I guess I was too hungry to take photos! Eesh lol. BILs fave was the lamb lumpia. He is now OBSESSED with them! Every time we talk food, he brings them up again! LOL!! And their ramen! Deep flavors that meshed so well together. Just the right amount of saltiness and umami. The brothers enjoyed a few carafes of sake. I took tiny sips and enjoyed the selection! Lighter with clean tastes. We look forward to our next meal here!
4 years ago
First time visiting, was weary of the "overpriced" and "tastes mediocre" reviews and it turned out to be true, sadly :( We ordered the duck tacos ($15), belly bowl ($21), beast bowl ($23), red light & green light ($14) and the li hing lemonade ($6) for 2. The duck tacos were extremely sweet and had a weird texture. It was overpacked and tasted like a sugar bomb. The ramen bowls were very average, the pork belly from the Belly Bowl tasted cold, and did not "melt in your mouth" as other reviews said. Extremely disappointing. The special kimchi spicy tasted bland and I had to put in half bottle of the hot oil to get some flavor. The Oxtail Wontons from the Beast Bowl were also sweet, interesting but not the best. The li hing lemonade was good! Though there wasn't a lot of li hing powder and it was just lemonade/ ice water left. The red light green light cocktail was meh, not impressed, had to finish it quickly to avoid the flavor so not to waste it! In all honesty, would not recommend. You can get much better food, quality and quantity, with $80+ elsewhere. If you do come, get a few apps to share if thats what you want to try. read more
5 years ago
My partner and I decided to check this place out on a last minute whim because most of the other places were reservations only and this place took walk ins. Let me start by saying the food is incredible but the service is what made it truly special. We sat at the bar top and had jason as our bartender and server and he was incredible - gave great recommendations and checked in regularly to make sure our food and drinks were great. Hella shout out for the incredible service man, we'll definitely be back. They have a dim sum appetizer (off menu) that lets you try 3 of their apps for $30 - which is a steal considering the apps average about $15 a pop. The trip comes with lobster shumai, pork bao and oxtail dumplings. The pork backs were incredible and the hoisin sauce accompaniment really balanced out the fat in the dish. The lobster shumai was delicious and the oxtail dumplings were super flavorful. My favorite appetizer was definitely the duck tacos, the shells are wonton the sauce is sweet and the duck itself is well cooked. They also come with arugula and sprouts, which helps cut the richness of the dish overall. My partner had the beast ramen, which he says was good but not great. I had the miso braised pork shank and that was GREAT. Must order for entree if you come, the pork is fall off the bone tender and the rice porridge was cooked very well. All the flavors work. If you're coming here and wondering what to order honestly you can't go wrong with any of the apps. Parking nearby for $3 in the lot. If you're in Chinatown, this is a must check out spot read more
2 years ago
The appetizers here are amazing!! I highly recommend: DUCK TACOS - charred napa cabbage, cilantro aioli & honey sriracha. SCALLOP CONE SUSHI -bone marrow risotto & truffle ponzu OXTAIL DUMPINGS - soy glaze & hot mustard crème My mouth was having a party until I got to the ramen, which is the reason I'm docking a star. I ordered the BEAST BOWL ($21) - brisket, short ribs & oxtail won tons, served with bean sprouts, Wakame, sesame seeds, green onion, Ginger & a soft egg. While the portion size was huge, my excitement was quickly dwindled by the first sip of the broth. The broth was a little too salty and one dimensional. The flavors were a bit dull. Overall, the ramen is a little bit white washed compared to authentic Japanese places. The broth feels mass produced and generic. TL;DR -come here for the appetizers and avoid the ramen -Super friendly staff so that's a plus! -good sake selection :) Next time I'm in Oahu I'm definitely coming back and getting ramen somewhere else. (or just stick to the Bay area and get your Ramen Nagi!) read more
7 years ago
Chicken salad - composed of Napa cabbage, peanuts, mandarin oranges, chicken teriyaki pieces and a vinaigrette. If you are thinking of anything fancy, don't. It wasn't bad, just not exciting. Oxtail dumplings- thin rice wrappers filled with oxtails meat. Everyone on yelp seems to love it, but i find it just okay. Strong flavors of oxtail, but the soy glaze was a bit tooo sweet for us. Scallop risotto sushi- filled inside of an inari (soy bean paper). The flavors combined were definitely interesting. I do have a strong belief that some things aren't meant to be fused. But hey. Don't let me ruin your taste buds for it. Give it a try. Can't knock it till you try it. Belly bowl ramen- this one has got to be my least favorite one.... ramen noodles were the thicker than what i am used to... maybe I've been spoiled in the Bay Area with amazing ramen.. pork belly was not the tender kind you would expect. I didn't taste it.. the fat was very visible and i can tell it would have that fat texture no one enjoyed... it comes with a sausage.. not anything special, just your typical Japanese sausage.. egg, found eggshell pieces still on it. Last but not least... the broth... i was extremely disappointed at how SALTY it was... it is a miso base broth, but it was just super concentrated and super salty.. i couldn't have anymore after a few bites.. Our server had said she would drop off the tab, but had not. It took me several tries to get one persons attention. Their checkout computer sat right behind us, yet, so hard to catch their eye contact. The place was cute, but my experience wasn't great. Maybe you'll have better luck than i did. read more
My friend did not let me down in terms of foodie reccs, including this gem. We stopped by for dinner and ordered a decent array of menu items. The duck tacos were amazing and we could've downed another order. The bao buns were simple but the pork belly was perfectly done. Unfortunately, they were out of the shishito peppers which I was looking forward to trying. For entrees, we shared the lobster moco, bibimbap, and the shrimp + kimchee ramen bowl. Everything was delicious, and service was solid. As others have said, I think the appetizers are the star here. read more
Asian Fusion cooking at its best. That's what lucky belly is all about. Located in Downtown/Chinatown area of Honolulu where parking can be a hassle and walking can get tricky after dark. Lucky Belly has a young, chill vibe and great ambience with darker interior setting. Menu consists of small tapa style plates, large plates and ramen. What makes lucky belly special is the variety of their creative, delicious and yummy small plates. Here are some of my favorite items on the menu: Oxtail dumpling : Most favorite item on the menu. Fan favorite, crowd pleaser and simply delicious. Super tender and flavor heaven. Soy glaze and mustard cream brings out the flavor and makes this a truly unique and special creation. Must try item! Lamb Leg Skewers : This is another favorite. Tender and delicious lamb leg skewers cooked to perfection over peppered mint vinaigrette. Very well balanced and flavorful small plate dish. Crispy Duck Tacos : Marinated, shredded duck meat topped with napa cabbage, cilantro aioli and honey sriracha. Solid small plate dish! Beast Bowl with kimchi broth : Brisket, short ribs and oxtail wontons with kimchi broth. Full of flavors and satisfying! They also have good selection of sake, cocktail and beer. read more
Not sure what happened to my original review, so I'm doing this from memory. Parking is tough to find in the area, so I only come here for lunch. Even though the main air conditioning system was out that day, the restaurant was still packed. Luckily, we checked with the bartender, and he seated us on the bar in a cool spot. This is a great place for a business lunch. If you can't get a table, the bar provides fast service. We had the pork belly bao and a Hawaiian plate split three ways. The bao has been a mainstay on their menu, but the Hawaiian plate was the daily special. The lau lau was freshly made, large and tasty. The order was large enough for three of us to share and enjoy. read more
5 years ago
Service was spectacular. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating. My water cup was never empty. The pork belly baos were really good too. I had 5 people in my party and they typically only have 3 baos but they server told me they could add a couple so we could all try one. The things that I was very disappointed in was the belly bowl. Which should have been the best on the menu. The broth was just way too salty. I think after reading reviews I had my expectations way too high and was over all disappointed in the item I was most excited to try. read more
Came to this place after a few drinks with some friends at around 10PM on a Monday night. The vibes were cool and a plus, they serve alcohol! We weren't in the mood for ramen so we just ordered appetizers which was a very good choice. A lot of the items came with 3 but they were really cool and accommodated the dishes to match our group size. Oxtail dumplings: 5/5 these were like an oxtail xlb. Right when you bite into it, the juices burst in your mouth and you get the taste of the tender oxtail. Complimented with the sauces and micro greens it was an explosion of flavor. Pork belly baos: 4/5 pork belly was crispy and tender but they could've added a little more meat. Pretty good overall Crispy duck tacos: 4/5 deep fried wontons skins actually went really well with the duck meat. Tasted like a chilled duck salad and it was quite refreshing. Wafu steak: 5/5 the truffle oil made the tender steak flavorful and aromatic read more
The lunch special is tasty and special enough! But for lunch diners, the food section of the menu is quite limited and we didn't get to try a lot of the things fellow tellers mentioned. The lunch special had edamame fried rice with generous cuts of thick fat belly pieces, very delicious! We also got to sample a piece of the shrimp dumpling and I was amazing too! The drink menu was very extensive. Would recommend to try it. read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
Apps are bomb. Duck tacos are 10/10 for me. Shrimp gyoza are great. The Vibes good, even when not busy. Only gripe this trip was the bar. Tequila? 2 random types, only. Vodka? No Tito's. It's 2021, who doesn't have Tito's? Shots maybe? No fireball or jagermeister. I'll be back for the food, but help us out with the drinks, guys! read more
3 years ago
My friend recommended this place and I am so glad I went. The food and drinks were amazing! The staff was also amazing. 10/10 recommend! read more
I've been trying to find a good ramen place on O'ahu to take my Sam Diego boyfriend who's an absolute ramen fanatic. We had already tried Noods and Wagaya. Lucky belly was on the list of highly known ramen places that were voted really good, so we came here. Parking can be tricky and you may have to come early to street park OR if you don't find parking you can pay $3/ hour at the lot nearby. The inside of the venue is your typical hipster, low lighting setting and I thought it was actually pretty. I came with 3 other friends and they ordered ramen while I got some appetizers because seeing pork belly bao and duck tacos excited me. My friends ordered the beef ramen and the funghi ramen. Me first. The appetizers were good. I liked the duck tacos more. Now to my ramen ordering friends. Unfortunately they weren't satisfied. They were offered chili oil to put into their ramen and that in itself was literally carrying the food. I had tasted the broth myself before the chili oil was smothered into it and to me, it was just slightly flavored water. I think what made it most upsetting was having to pay $20+ for a bowl of just that. I let them end the night with my duck tacos to give some flavor to their palettes. read more
I haven't been so underwhelmed by a dish in a really long time. Honestly, I do not recommend this spot :-( maybe after COVID when the regular menu comes back. The chili sauce was honestly carrying the ramen. For the price of the dishes and our bill, it was disappointing. Though if you do consider this place, I suggest any of the appetizers! read more
How is it that I'm only discovering this place now? I am so glad I did. It was happenstance because the original place we planned did not offer dine-in. It was meant to be . Our tummies are quite satisfied. We haven't had good ramen in a while, and Lucky Belly definitely satisfied that. I truly appreciate the staff, their welcoming and patient attitude, and warm space. My sons's friend was so picky and I was afraid they wouldn't have what he wanted. To my surprise, they accommodated him and ensured he enjoyed his meal and time. That was important to me. My children also were satisfied and want to return. Logistics, there is parking in the area (Diamond parking at $3/hr). Not bad at all. Atmosphere is great and definitely a place to hang out for date night or with friends. Although it is more of an adult hang out place (I'm excited to go back with friends), my 9 most baby enjoyed her time and food. A must to visit and I hope your experience is as great as ours. read more
In the heart of Chinatown is this hidden gem with a fusion menu of Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Local, USA They have only street parking or paid parking in the lots around Hotel Street. They can accommodate small parties they have 2 tables that they can accommodate parties of 8 and more couple or table for 4 total customers 96 We all tried the Dim Sum platter the pork belly with bun was the best out of the lobster Sumai and the ox tail Sumai that would be the list how I liked the platter I would order the pork belly with bun again the rest is ok but would not order it again The salads Chinese chicken and Toss was very good and would order the Chinese chicken salad again The Bim Bim Korean bowl was so so would not order that again Sausage ramen was good with lots of different sausages and the broth was very tasty! read more
5 years ago
One word to explain Lucky Belly - F L A V O R F U L We ordered the Wafu Steak, Duck Tacos, Oxtail Dumplings, & Pork Baos. My favorite was the wafu steak, it was so soft & yummy, but everything was really good in general! My friends really enjoyed the Duck Tacos & Oxtail Dumplings - you never usually see these around normal restaurants & we loved their fusion/creativity! I personally thought the food was a tad salty but I would definitely recommend this restaurant to family & friends! read more
3 years ago
This was on our list of restaurants to try, pretty easy to get reservations, it was plentiful when we booked it. The restaurant is also pretty large and has lots of tables and room for social distancing. We got 3 dishes to try between the 2 of us, it was plentiful food. 1. Pork belly bao: I always get this when I see it on the menu, it usually never disappoints and it was very good. The pork belly was very tender and soft, flavorful, easy to just eat it all. One order comes with 3 baos. 2. Oxtail dumpling: this was unique and actually pretty good to try. One order also comes with 3. 3. Beast ramen bowl: ramen with brisket, short ribs, and oxtail wontons. Having all 3 types of meat made the ramen more interesting to eat and the oxtail wontons definitely tasted different in the ramen than alone, so I would recommend to get it alone because it tasted better not in the ramen. The short ribs were good in the ramen. Worth trying this place once, but I think that's about it unless you're really craving the dishes they have. Service was great. read more
2 years ago
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Amazing experience. The bartender and server Jason is so friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. Everything we ate and sake recommendations were amazing. Highly recommend this place. Order the nap, lobster SUI mai, and oxtail dumplings. Also learned on Wednesday and Thursdays they have whole fried fresh fish which we regret not getting. did take a picture though. The ramen is comparable to Portland or NY. GO enjoy! read more
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4 years ago
Lucky Belly was hands down our favorite restaurant experience during our recent vacation in Honolulu (located in the trendy vibrant China Town). As described on my FB page, this place was a Flavor Bomb! This Japanese/Pan Asian restaurant has it all.... from Ridiculously delicious cocktails (+Beer & Sake) to some of the Best Food on the Island (see pics)!! (Huge thanks the Jason for making our evening special! Who btw is an amazing mixologist, conversationist and appears to run show at Lucky Belly. But even a Rock Star like Jason, can't make it happen all by himself and that is where his spectacular staff comes in: Leyana, Leslie, Ana and Shannon (were super engaging, helpful, cute and fun to have by our side throughout our entire dinner experience)! Huge thanks to everyone and know that we look forward to our next trip to Oahu and dining at Lucky Belly!!! read more
2 years ago
we came at around 8:50-9:00 pm. it was our first time. sat at our table and from the beginning the server was not friendly to us at all. He made us feel like we weren't welcome, he didnt give us time to order, like he wanted to leave quickly while taking our order. the food is great . drinks were great. our waiter was not, he was an asian guy with a piercing . please be nice and give a better service next time read more
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4 years ago
Delicious ramen in Chinatown. I would definitely recommend you to go try it out and order their sake as well. The price is very affordable and you won't regret it. read more
6 years ago
We had an amazing meal at Lucky Belly tonight--duck tacos, smoked octopus, two ramen bowls. As I was eating my Beast Bowl (ramen with short rib, oxtail wonton, pork belly), I personally had an epiphany: this is a restaurant I loved when it opened, subsequently took for granted, but is still every bit as good and needs to survive. Their food is a cut above. Way above. Even in COVID, when almost everyone else is cutting corners. I love their commitment to it. I have to go back. And so do you! Please visit. I know you'll love the food and them. The bartender, Jason, is really knowledgeable about wine, spirits, and cocktails. I highly suggest you visit him for a great bar experience! read more
2 years ago
6 years ago
This is my literal favorite restaurant. If you're looking for a reason to come here, let this be your sign. The restaurant is in the heart of Chinatown. I first came here on a "First Friday" where the road is essentially blocked off for a big block party. It has a charming vibe; A gem among the big bars and clubs in the area. That fateful night, I tried their Oxtail Dumplings and fell in love! I'm told they only serve it at night because they cook the oxtail all afternoon to get it to its' god-level tenderness. If you think I'm exaggerating, one time I went and they were sold out of Oxtail Dumplings and I cried. The menu is fairly limited and consists of appetizers, salads, ramen, and alcohol. Everything I've tried so far has been a hit so it's perhaps for good measure that they keep the menu small. This place has been a restaurant staple to me since then and I finally got around to writing a review. I also always receive the best service when I go. Pictured below is their appetizer trio. Please support this business! read more
6 years ago
When I'm back on Oahu, Lucky Belly will be the first place I will eat. They were practicing social distancing and requiring everyone to wear a mask. We arrived on time for our reservation but had to wait a little bit longer because we were waiting for the previous party to leave. Once we were seated our waitress was very apologetic for the long wait. The best food we ordered were the appetizers because by the time we got to our ramen we were absolutely stuffed. I highly suggest ordering the Crispy Duck Tacos!!! And keep ordering them again and again I also recommend the lobster shu mai. Honestly everything pictured was really delicious! read more
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Order the Karaage Chicken Sandwich!! Trust me. Thank me later. The ramen was also good, but nothing spectacular. (I got the lucky bowl) The Pork Belly Bao was also a great appetizer. They're open for dine-in during lunchtime and the cocktails are delicious! read more
My friend and I came here on a Friday around 7pm while doing the First Friday Artwalk. I get really nervous about parking in Chinatown so we took the bus. However, when we got to Lucky Belly, there were a few stalls open on the street and in a nearby lot. When we arrived, the host told us there was a 45 minute wait. However, he took down my friend's number and called us when the table was ready. He recommended a bar to check out but we killed time visiting some of the art galleries. We ended up only having to wait about 20 minutes! My friend ordered the appetizer special ($25) which had 2 pork belly bao, 2 lobster shu mai, and 2 oxtail dumplings. She also ordered a hibiscus lemonade ($4) but that night they didn't have hibiscus syrup so it was actually raspberry lemonade. I ordered the belly bowl ($18). My friend said her food was good but nothing fantastic. She wasn't that hungry so the portion size was okay for her but I was like, "$25 for those teeny things?!!" The belly bowl was tasty! The belly was fatty and delicious and all I wanted it to be. I never really go for the broth when I eat ramen so I can't speak too much about the flavor but nothing stood out to me. While Lucky Belly is competitive in pricing with other restaurants in the area, I don't think their food is 100% worth the price. If I was to come here again, I would only come for lunch since lunch prices are more reasonable. The food is fine and they have good service, so it's a solid restaurant overall. Definitely worth checking out if you live/work in the area (so you don't have to stress about parking!). read more
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50 N Hotel St
Honolulu, HI 96817
Downtown
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(808) 531-1888
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Do they have a happy hour?
Where to park?
They're located in Chinatown and we found parking pretty easily at a meter in the evening.
When is the Window open?
Not sure what you mean by "window." Restaurant hours are as posted here.
Do they have gluten free options? I want to bring a group but one of the people is gluten free.
I am sure they have, but you need to specify when ordering.
Allow under 18 to go in and buy lunch?
Absolutely yes, just like any other restaurant
Is there any vegetarian/vegan options?
The Fungi bowl is vegetarian for sure. Not sure if it is vegan though
1st time to the restaurant! Must try lunch or dinner menu first as 1st experience?
Dinner! The oxtail dumplings are da bomb! And they only serve them at dinner! I go to Lucky's… Read more
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