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Rigo is a great choice for date night, special occasions, or cocktails and pupus with friends. I've been going to Rigo since they first opened. I have really enjoyed seeing how their Spanish/Italian Tapa style menu has evolved over the years and at the same time, love that the cool chic colorful Havana style interior and vibe has stayed the same. My favorite dishes: the smoky savory Melanzane topped with jalapeños, the perfectly sweet tender grilled pork belly pinchos, the classic Spanish tortilla, garlicky salty Gambas al ajillo, and any of the paellas or caldosos which you can't find many other places on island. I would also suggest adding an order of their garlic Parmesan bread to dip into their delectable sauces. On a recent visit, I also tried their American wagyu sirloin, pancetta artichoke aglio e olio special, and the honey beybe cocktail (lavender earl grey) which I will definitely be ordering again. To top it off, our table shared a slice of basque cheesecake. The best part, the prices have remained reasonable and perfect for sharing. Valet parking available outside the restaurant.
Located in Kapahulu, Rigo is a nice Spanish/Italian restaurant. There is a parking lot with the restaurant, however we were told it was only parking with valet. We valeted so we did not have to hunt for street parking, but would have preferred to park ourselves. Inside, the restaurant is spacious with a variety of tables, booths, and more. We were seated on a bench/booth and chairs. We were offered additional pillows for the bench, which helped make the seating more comfortable. The people working were attentive and polite. We ordered the crostini, which I was a little skeptical about with the papaya. However, it was a delicious combination with the prosciutto, honey, and cheese. I ordered the Paella Negra, which had squid ink. It was also yummy. It was tasty and especially good with the lemon squeezed over it, which paired well with the squid. I could not finish it, so I ended up taking a little container. The paella was about $35, which was pricey for us, but the ingredients and portion were excellent. We would love to come back and try more of their dishes.
2 for 2 so far at this place. They do not disappoint even though both times we had different things. First time I was invited by my aunty, uncle, and cousins. Had a lot of different things, but I remember everything being ono. This time was with my family. Dont remember ordering what we had the first time abd still, everything was good. Service is also well above average as their recommendations of food were great. Drinks and ambiance are very up to date and tasteful. A little on the pricey and upscale side, but not overly expensive. They do only offer valet parking as parking is scarce in that area. But it is a great date night or family spot. I will 100% be back here and looking forward to it.
Came here for a late mother's day celebration and wife really liked the place, especially the wood oven pizza. We also had their seafood paiea and a spicy pasta dish. All were good and tasty. Service was very good, we came right at opening time, and ambiance was elegant casual. Kind of felt a little underdressed in shorts and a t-shirt, but it was fine. Also, didn't hear the Kapahulu street noise too bad. Maybe sound proofing? Overall, we had an enjoyable experience and would come back again for special occasions as it's a little pricy for me.
The best Italian, thus far! I'm glad we ended up here.. We walked in without a reservation yesterday around 5p and staff was welcoming. We were seated right away at the bar. Bartenders were friendly. I got the Pineapple Shrub mocktail which was refreshing. I ordered the Cacio a Pepe which has 2 kinds of cheese and fried prosciutto and made the noodles GF and lemme tell you... the BEST! Overall experience was incredible from start to finish. Hubby ordered the salmon funghi Alfredo and it was equally delicious! This is def a must!
So far, my favorite Italian place here. Even my Asian dad who generally doesn't like Western food likes their pasta! Food: The pasta noodles are made from scratch which has this Al dente texture and flavor that your typical grocery boxed pastas can't replicate. Last night, I got their carbonara with portobella fritto. It was super creamy and I like how the portobello frits is lightly fried. My friends got bologna and arrabbiata with smoked mozzarella which were also solid choices. Honestly, you can't go wrong with any of their pasta choices. Although the portion of the pastas looks "small,"it's actually filling since it's very heavy and the big plate gives the illusion that the portion is small. Another must-try is their bismark pizza that has truffle oil, funghi, and a runny egg in the middle. Super flavorful especially since they use wood fire to bake it. Service: our server was very friendly and well-spoken. Atmosphere: slightly more on the noisy side so you may have to talk a little louder when dining with people. The decor I would say is kind of like casual fine dining? The bathroom was really nice! They have a bidet and the toilet paper is super soft thick. I think it's the charmin brand lol. Parking: I went during dinner so their parking lot was valet. I didn't want to pay so I parked at Safeway right across the street. But during lunch hours it's not valet and it's free self-parking.
Three cheers for Rigo!!! Hip hip Hooray! Hip hip Hooray! Hip hip Hooray! Everything from the entrance, sit down, greeting, selection help, dishes, and bill settlement was top notch! We had an amazing experience here and we just happened to stop by after visiting Leonard's Bakery. All of our dishes and drinks were fantastic (see pictures). If you are on Oahu and appreciate Italian Food, then Rigo is a destination you should schedule. Try to make reservations is you can; they are often booked solid. In a pinch, you can dine at the bar (still a wonderful experience).
We had a large group and they gave us a private room in the back, which was nice because it was insulated and allowed us to hear each other. We ordered many dishes from both the Italian and Spanish sides of the menu. I was skeptical that a combination of food from these countries would work, but it did, and worked better than fusion food. Outstanding was the vongole appetizer, which was presented in a flavorful, buttery broth that mopped up nicely with garlic bread. Also delicious was the polpi appetizer, which was a combination of grilled octopus and crusty potatoes. We also enjoyed the paellas, both the squid ink and the seafood. The pans were shallow enough that the rice toasted nicely at the bottom. The pizzas were also good but the crust could have been crisper. The only disappointment was the patatas brava, a tapas staple. The potatoes were cut long, weren't crisped sufficiently, and the sauce tasted too spicy and weird. If they had used the same crusty potatoes as the polpi dish and used a creamier sauce, it would have been more successful. We ordered other dishes but the ones I reviewed stood out. Overall a very pleasant restaurant and most of the selections were well-executed.
This is one of the most popular Spanish-Italian fusion restaurant in the Oahu island. It's always crowded so highly recommended to call in for a reservation. The restaurant itself is pretty big so it's very spacious that you don't have to worry about being squished with people. We ordered the following: DUXELLES PIZZA : 8/10, one of the best pizza.its a thin crust pizza, so it don't have this doughy texture. It's freshly made and baked through a fired wood oven, which makes it has this unique wood fire taste compare to an oven bake taste. SEAFOOD PAELLA : If you can tolerate salty food, then this can be for you. This dish is in the pricer side, but the seafood is super fresh which contains of shrimp, clams and squid. This dish is cooked with calm stock, which makes it even more tasty. The rice soaked all the juices and the calm stock, which has this fresh seafood aroma taste that can't resist. However, it's pretty salty. BOLOGNESE : The pasta is cooked to al dente, which is firm to bite. Because I am use to have pasta that cooked more softer, so I was not use to have pasta that's cooked firm.
We went to Rigo in Kapahulu for Valentine's Day yesterday, and I can't believe I've passed by it so many times without ever noticing it. From the outside, it's kind of a hole-in-the-wall tucked away in plain sight. They have a small parking lot, and since we went during lunch, I was able to find parking easily. They also offer complimentary valet at lunch, but I got there before the valet started, so I just parked myself, which I didn't mind at all. I've also heard that some people park across the street in the Safeway lot. Once you walk in, the ambiance is clean, cozy, and has a really nice elevated feel. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming. For appetizers, we ordered the verdure fritte and the melanzane, and both were so good. I was honestly already getting full after the apps, but it was Valentine's Day and my boyfriend wanted the full experience lol. For our entrées, we had the lobster risotto and the Bismark pizza. The risotto was rich and flavorful, but the pizza was probably the best I've ever had. The crust was perfect and everything was cooked just right. The portions were a good size. For drinks, my boyfriend had a shiso hi-ball and I ordered a mocktail. To end the meal, I had an affogato, without it I would've kanack'd. We actually found out about this place because my boyfriend came here for his work Christmas party and loved it so much that he wanted to bring me and I'm so glad he did. Overall, it was such a good experience and definitely somewhere I'd come back to. Such a great spot for Valentine's Day or any special occasion.
Food: 10/10 everything was incredible. I have dreams of eating this food for the first time. The tacos were small but flavorful, pizza was incredible, the pasta was delicious. We can't pick a favorite. Service: It was busy but our server was attentive and always kept our table clean. Ambiance: Beautiful outside, beautiful inside. I saw some people dress down but this place is gorgeous. I'd definitely opt for dressing up. It is a little loud. Will definitely be returning.
1 year ago
It's great to see that this rest is still in business after the COVID pandemic. I recall that many restaurants had closed because of they couldn't offer dine in service. Rigo's work around was to offer takeout meals only. I supported them during this time and am glad to see that five years later, they are still in operation. A true testament to good management and persistence. Although not required, the plates are meant to be shared family style. My rule of thumb is one order per person and then one for the table. So for our group of three we ordered four items on the menu. The steak, clams, shrimp and grilled octopus. Wow, I think we ordered the four best items on the menu! The steamed clams were accompanied with crusty French bread slices and was perfect for sopping up the broth. We ordered more bread to soak up the sauce that was in the shrimp as well. The steak had a Spanish/Mediterranean seasoning and was cooked med rare, just the way we ordered it. The grilled octopus was tender and also with just enough seasoning so you can taste the octopus and not be overpowering. I'd definitely return to try the other items on the menu, or maybe just go back and order these four again. read more
11 months ago
When I asked my wife yesterday if she wanted to eat anything special this weekend, her first thought was to dine at her favorite restaurant, Rigo. So I made a reservation for 11:30 am today. We arrived a few minutes before opening, and there were already three or four groups ahead of us. The first difference I noticed was that we weren't greeted by the manager as we often were in the past. (The last time he checked us in, he said a warm "Welcome back.") No -- this time, he was nowhere to be seen. I didn't recognize any of the others there either. We were led to our table in the rear of the restaurant, with soft, plush seating -- a plus. We ordered: * Jamon Serrano * Prosciutto & Kale Salad -- prosciutto, papaya, cherry tomatoes, kale, beets, cottage cheese and mint with coriander vinaigrette * Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza -- prosciutto, arugula, sun-dried tomatoes, black olives, mixed cheese and grana padano * Pork Cutlet -- panko breaded pork cutlet with mushroom, lemon, brown butter sauce Jamon Serrano and the Prosciutto & Arugula Pizza are our old standbys -- must‑haves for our visits here. However, it was our first time for the Prosciutto & Kale Salad and the Pork Cutlet. My wife liked this salad better than the caesar salad we usually got in the past. The Pork Cutlet was tender, moist, and delicious. The food here was great, as usual. The service, however, was somewhat lacking. There was an uncomfortable delay between ordering a drink and finally receiving it. In the past, waitstaff were more responsive -- even covering for each other's tables. After the jamon, there was a long delay before the salad arrived, and another, even longer delay before the pizza and pork cutlet arrived. For all my previous reviews and updates, I gave them 5 stars. I debated whether to give them 3 this time, but my wife pointed out that the food was great as usual -- it was just the service that was lacking. We ended up with 4 stars. I wonder if any of this has to do with the general manager being absent today. I just found out his name, James "Jimmy" Otake. I hope to see him again the next time we're here. read more
Spanish/Italian fusion with a Japanese twist. Both the food and the ambience are top-notch. My go-to pasta is the Arrabbiata with Smoked Mozarella with added chicken and mushrooms. The Salmon Funghi Alfredo, Carbonara with Protabella Fritto, and Bolognese are also delicious. My go-to pizzas are the Prosciutto and Arugula, and the Salami and Jalapeño. Fresh baked in legit brick pizza ovens imported from Italy. For sides/starters, I ALWAYS get an order or 2 of the Garlic Parmesan Bread. The Crostini, Taco Pincho de Cerdo (pork belly tacos with thinly sliced daikon shells), Gambas Al Ajillo, and Caprese are also always in my order line-up. The full bar also offers a rotating menu of specialty drinks that perfectly complement the cuisine. If you're looking for a good deal, the lunch specials are definitely the way to go, and self parking is also free at lunch. At dinner time, the parking lot is valet-only, but there's also metered stalls on the street and a giant parking lot at Safeway across the street (*wink wink*). Highly recommend Rigo for any occasion, from a casual lunch to a special night out. read more
Love coming to this restaurant. The food is so delicious and beautifully presented. This is a Spanish-Italian restaurant and the fusion of the dishes are very unique. Our favorite is the Crostini- it's toasted bread with prosciutto, papaya, mascarpone cheese and macadamia nut blossom honey. The papaya adds a very refreshing appeal to the crostini. The honey adds a nice sweet touch but not overwhelmingly sweet. We also had the patatas Bravas - fried potatoes with aioli sauce and spicy bravas sauce. Potatoes were fried perfectly and the sauce had a nice balance of flavors. For our entree, we decided on the Arrabiata with smoked mozzarella. The smoked mozarella added a nice smoky flavor to the somewhat spicy pasta. A very nice combo. We also added some jumbo shrimp to the dish. IMO, there was no need for the added protein. We also ordered the Pulpo as an entree - Grilled Octopus leg with potatoes, olives and spicy arrabiata sauce. They forgot about this order and it came out too charred and tough. Our waitress apologized for this and did not charge us for this. Service was excellent. Since it was my birthday celebration, they celebrated with a nice tiramisu to end the night. Service was great. The wine waiter was knowledgeable and our server was attentive. The restaurant was a little loud but it was not over powering. We did not have to raise our voices to hear one another! read more
8 months ago
Fantastic dinner hands down! Started with the Gambas al ajillo with a side of bread- garlicky with a little kick, use the bread to soak up the sauce; crostini came with 6 pieces so a delicious bite with prosciutto, cheese and sweet honey; next the pulpo octopus was cooked perfectly tender; also got a prosciutto pizza with arugula to share this was just ok. For the pastas - the carbonara was my absolute fav. The crispy crunchy bacon added texture and such a great addition vs just your regular bacon or guanciale. Service was top notch. My only complaint was it's only valet parking and when we arrived there was no one at the stand and we waited about 5 minutes or so for someone to appear. read more
A classy, lovely place for dinner! If you want Spanish or Italian food, they have both - and really tasty options at that! I had a lovely salad, clams, Sollmilo con fore, and crostini. My friend had the carbonara and really recommends this. Our whole party was happy with our meals and the friendly, prompt service. This is a great place for both small parties and larger group reservations. I can't wait to come back here again! read more
Super fun place! Celebrated my girlfriend who won the Aloha Aina award! The service was wonderful. Lyonell was super attentive. Drinks were made to perfection. The food was delicious. It was a bit warm there but it was fully packed. read more
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Our waiter was Mickey he was super friendly and informative. Let us know about the mahi, which was the special fish of the evening. We all had a pasta in ordered a couple appetizers, which were delicious. Mickey tended to our table as we never had to look for him if we needed anything also for dessert, thanks to Mickey recommending ana espresso martini. We shared that as a little nightcap flavorful cools the pallet Looking forward to a return night out at Rigo's Hopefully we'll get to enjoy some other dishes and if we're lucky, Mickey will take care of our dinner service Mahalo!!.Mickey and Staff read more
7 months ago
Food here is awesome. Service is top notch. Restaurant is clean and spacious. My son loves it here. He even requested to have his birthday dinner here. Parking is kinda iffy but the food is worth it! read more
Still delicious! Recently dined there for a surprise birthday party for about 10 the service was excellent and food was delicious! The pasta dishes were delicious and both the Pulpo (grilled octopus leg) and calamari was tender and tasty. The wagyu sirloin (52$) was really cooked perfectly and paired so well with the red wine we ordered. Overall great service, ambiance and food. read more
I went on a Saturday afternoon after making reservations online for 5 pm. When arriving, there is a parking lot which required valet, and it was not optional. The restaurant was not busy, and it had great decor. I also noticed the kitchen is an open kitchen which is nice to see. Our waiter came and was super friendly and attentive. They had drink options, and we had a High Ball. For appetizers, the table got garlic cheese bread. The cheese bread was delicious and perfectly buttery and garlicky. It's a must when visiting this place. It's also perfectly proportioned for two people. I also got a full serving of calamari. It comes with an option of a dipping sauce, I believe a chipotle sauce or a garlic aioli, which is what I settled on. The calamari is delicious and filling, and is a decent price as well! For my entree, I got the Salmon Funghi Alfredo. It looks like a small proportion but is actually filling and was a perfect amount. It was very tasty, with pieces of salmon and a creamy sauce with sautéed mushrooms. It was amazing, and would highly recommend if you enjoy salmon! For dessert, I decided to get the basque cheesecake. It came with apple pieces and whipped cream. It was good, but not show stopping. It was a little bit lacking of flavor but I'm glad I tried. Overall, I had an amazing dinner with great service. For leftovers, he even packaged up everything for us very well which was super nice. I have a few comments when coming here that is a precaution /recommendation. - I thought they did a free birthday dessert since a few people in the reviews mentioned free dessert. Someone at my table had a birthday but was charged for the birthday dessert. I'm not sure if it was an accident or if they pick and choose who to give free birthday desserts too. -Valet is required if parking in their lot, even if you see lots of parking spaces. It's a bit ridiculous in my opinion, it's a $5 fee not including tip. I recommend parking somewhere else if possible. -If you have an allergy with nuts/shellfish... mention it to your waiter!!! I don't believe there are any warnings anywhere but luckily we asked as someone at my table had both allergies and was a bit difficult to order dishes that accommodated this. It should be listed on the menu!! read more
The sommelier was very friendly. She helped me choose a wine from their extensive list that would pair well with my entree. Our server was able to accommodate multiple checks for our party of 8. I had pasta this time but definitely want to return to try some of the tapas! read more
7 days ago
3 months ago
We had reservations for 8pm, and got to sit at the bar, until the table was ready. The ambiance was laid back, with a local but classy vibe. The misses had a Lai Tai, and I opted for the Maui Blonde. As an appetizer, Garlic bread it was. Delish for simple bread. Next the main course. I had the Rigatoni bolognese, and the misses had the seafood spaghetti. Both were amazing and did not disappoint. The bill was a cool C note plus, but well worth the price. A definite must if visiting Oahu. read more
6 months ago
Rigo was really good. The food was tasty and the decor was nice and cool, though it was a bit dark inside. Service was slow for some reason, but the food made up for it. My favorite bites were the prosciutto papaya, paella, and carbonara. The calamari bites were huge, and the Seattle oysters were fresh and good. We also tried some dishes I don't usually order, like the tortilla and melanzane, which were nice to experience. Valet is available for five dollars. Prices felt reasonable for tapas, and overall it's a solid spot that I would recommend. read more
3 months ago
Rigo was one of my favorite dining experiences on island. The food was absolutely delicious and our Server Codi was awesome. The ambiance is really nice for an evening out with friends. Would definitely visit again! read more
1 year ago
Came here for my sister's birthday. One of the best meals we've had on island. A must try. We'll be back. Great service. Mikey is great! Love the atmosphere and the wine display. I like the furniture as well. The booths are comfy. read more
7 months ago
I have been wanting to try this place for years but haven't been able to make it happen. Soooo when one of my best buddies picked RIGO for her bday dinner I was excited! I looked on yelp and it noted valet parking. We got there and the valet directed me to a parking spot (I parked myself). He said no need leave the keys and no need ticket. My gf and I laughed bc I was paying $5 + tip to park myself but better than parking illegal across the street in Safeway Parking lot. We walked in the restaurant and I loved the decor and ambiance. We were taken to the back of the restaurant to a section with comfy lounge looking seats. The server was Japanese and her English was perfect! Not that that matters but she was adorable. My friend and I ordered cocktails while we waited for our other gf to arrive. I got the Pog-Liato martini with what I assumed was a Prosecco shot to "clear my pallet." Yummers. When our friend arrived we ordered the Caesar salad and garlic bred which were great. My friend ordered the Crostini as the server highly recommended it. It was just ok IMO. On to our main dishes. I usually get the same type of food so I don't get disappointed but that night I told myself to try something different. I love scallops and they aren't usually on the menu at places I go so I got the Fresh Catch and the scallops. The server told me they were prepared in some special way. When they came, the fish and scallops looked flavorless and they were. I was quite disappointed but my gfs got the Aglio E Olio Con Cicinielli pasta and the fettuccine Alfredo. Both of their dishes were delicious I'm still thinking about them. Lesson to me, stick with your usual! I had a Mai Tai with only Silver Rum bc I don't care for Dark Rum. Dessert was a delicious cheesecake with a candle for my friend All in all we all enjoyed the dinner. Service was fast and very friendly. We asked a lot of questions and the servers answered them patiently. We asked for a lot of special instructions and the servers tried her best to make it happen. Will I go again? Probably not. read more
small parking lot that offers valet service high vaulted ceilings means that it gets super super noisy our server was super helpful. so glad she knew her wines too, we ended up getting one of her recs which was a nice red grown in volcanic soil. food was hit or miss. crostinis were super good, coudlve def ate more of those taco pincho de cerdo was ok. wouldve been better if they used a korean ssam pickled radish instead of a legit plain radish slice vongole was good, def recommend getting extra bread to soak up all the butter sauce caesar was pretty basic pulpo (spanish octopus) was too charred and just tasted like burnt of the pasta dishes the aglio e olio and and alfredo were the best. we also got the paella since we've never had one, but it was a definite pass, would not care to get that again. they did do a cute dessert plate for us since we were celebrating a bday read more
6 months ago
Rigo is an Italian-Spanish restaurant located in Kapahulu, welcoms guests with a refined atmosphere from its red-carpeted entrance. Elegant interior details, fresh flowers on each table, Riedel wine glasses, and attentive service contribute to a sophisticated dining experience. Signature dishes include a king crab and Kauai jumbo shrimp paella rich in umami, creamy carbonara with perfectly al dente pasta, and a vibrant arrabbiata. A selection of appetizers and pizzas further round out a menu that delivers on both flavor and presentation. Well suited for date nights, family gatherings, or special occasions, come experience elevated Italian-Spanish dining experience at Rigo. read more
8 months ago
Wow, definitely exceeded my expectations! This is probably the best calamari I've ever had, so soft! Octopus was also amazing and cooked perfectly! The paella was really good, definitely recommend both the squid ink one & the seafood! However I was not a big fan of the pasta - it was kind of salty & the potion size was very small. $25 corkage fee! read more
9 months ago
This has QUICKLY become one of my husband's favorite spots. So much so, I chose it for his birthday dinner this month. We have come here many time and consumed MANY dishes. Some of our go to favorites; Mixed Jamon Platter Margherita Pizza Pizza Bismark Salmon Funghi Alfredo Bolognese Great wine selection, Great Service and a Great spot for a business lunch, celebration, or even a relaxing dinner with friends/family. read more
Wow this was really a treat. I've been driving past here for a while, admittedly it's been so busy that I feared I'd never get a table lol... it was so pleasant that Jimmy was able to get me a table for 1. Sofia provided excellent service and the food here is so amazing. It's honestly so great to see happy people in the kitchen. That really made me feel good. We all work hard but they were having fun. Good fun = great food and I appreciated that. Started off with the crostini. Amazing! The bolognese was fantastic the temp was perfect and it wasn't cold half way through the meal. The Mint to be was a great mocktail and the coffee and cheesecake topped it off. I am really glad I called to see if they could get me a seat. It's really nicely decorated too. +5 for Team Rigo! Certainly high on my list for next time. read more
11 days ago
7 months ago
The food was awesome! We started off with the prosciutto and kale salad. I had the fresh catch of the day with Hokkaido Scallops, it was very tasty! We also had the Woodfire pizza which we custom ordered. I enjoyed a mocktail, Mint To Be drink was so so... My other half had a glass of red wine from Italy. We ordered a special dessert, it was like a frozen chocolate cake! The ambience reminded me of kind of dining in a NYC restaurant. Parking is valet only with a $5.00 charge. Our server was very attentive and on it! A night that was enjoyed!! read more
8 months ago
This was our own experience, it's not to discourage anyone from coming here. I've read plenty of wonderful reviews of people enjoying their meals and having a great experience here, I just need to be honest with my experience as I do these food reviews. They can't all be winners unfortunately. The service (other than the bartenders) was not very attentive, the food lacked flavor and heart, but the ambience was very trendy and upscale. Maybe we came on an off night, we were just disappointed that the off night just happened to be for our anniversary dinner read more
1 year ago
Cute restaurant for spanish/italian food! Perfect for an intimate date night. Food: 4/5 We ordered the calamari and paella. Both dishes were very flavorful! The paellas portion was on the smaller side for $37. There was also sand in one of the clams. Service: 5/5 All the staff members were very bubbly and attentive. It was our first time there and our waiter was super patient with any questions we had. Ambiance: 4/5 Modern and classy inside. Seats were comfortable and the tables were spread out which I appreciated. Parking is basically nonexistent; we had to park across the street at the shopping center. We found out later that there was valet. read more
10 months ago
Our favorite lunch place with my wife. I love this place. Great food, great service, and love the ambiance of this place with that relaxing music. Love the high ceiling and the flow of the place. We ordered some appetizers and some entrees...ordered our usual starters: eggplant with the 3 piece of toast and the toast-inis with some mouthwatering toppings. Tried their lunch special, chicken lemon pasta. It was the perfect amount of lemon flavor in the dish, and loved the shavings of either cucumber or zucchini that added another dimension taste (slight crunch and freshness to the dish). Pasta was audente and pasta cream was perfect. Great place to eat lunch. read more
A great place to hold a bridal shower!! Everyone was so nice to us, and everything we ate was yummy!! The crostinis w/ prosciutto, papaya, & mascarpone now hold a special place in my heart cuz of how FIRE they are & the truffle pizza had me clapping when our server put it down on the table. Pastas were also perfectly al dente. The space is cute and vibes were high !! Can't wait to come back read more
4 months ago
1 year ago
Always amazing food and service!! After coming here since they first opened... there has been some changes 5 years later. taste of food and beverages. We had the crostinis (100% always need to get these), salmon funghi Alfredo, carbonara with portobello Fritos, cacio e Pepe, and lamb chops. Everything was delicious!!! After years of carbonara being my fav this time the salmon Alfredo was the pasta winner. Service was 1000% on point!! Nicole was very attentive but respectful of our conversation and timing. Pear o jack was an extremely delicious cocktail. Infused with pear, pumpkin, all spice, maple, thyme... overall comfy beverage. Some changes that add to the cost. Potions are smaller than before, for sure. Still delicious but much smaller so no leftover and still kind of hungry. Valet is $5 before gratuity. Not sure if that's only for weekends? read more
2 months ago
Rigo is one of my favorite restaurants on the whole island! I have come here for date nights and girl dinners with 10 people and everything in between and they are always accommodating. Service is amazing, they always give recommendations and explain the menu, if you order wine they will constantly be topping off your glass. They never make you feel rushed either. I've tried so many of their tapas and my favorites are the crostini, garlic bread, and shrimp ajillo. I usually get the cacio e Pepe which I love, but I tried my friend's pastas too and all of them are also amazing! The pizzas are super tasty as well. Will definitely keep coming back! read more
9 months ago
Second time eating here. Food is delicious and services is always on point. The parking is a little bit of a problem with them having such a small lot, they offer valet parking for $5. The clam and rice soup is one of our go to dishes. A bit salty but extremely tasty. read more
1 year ago
5 days ago
A bit on the pricier side, but definitely recommend! Below is a list of what we got, along with the ratings out of 5 stars: *Seafood paella 5/5 *Bolognese 5/5 *Lamb chops 4/5 *Calamari 5/5 *Padron (deep fried peppers) 5/5 *Pork belly tacos 6/5 *Papaya Sangria 5/5 *Butterfly Pea Lemonade 6/5 *Salmon Funghi Alfredo 4.5/5 The service was also amazing. Our servers were so helpful and kind, they even offered suggestions which was very helpful. Will definitely return. Everyone needs to try the papaya sangria! read more
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885 Kapahulu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
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Is the melanzane spicy , due to the jalapeño?
Do they serve gluten-free pasta?
Yes, they offer gluten-free spaghetti noodles, handmade and shipped from Naples, Italy.
Open on Sundays for lunch?
Yes I've been there Sunday for lunch. Don't get there too close to closing. They refused to serve me dessert as our reservation was made 30 min prior to closing.
Is there a corkage fee if I bring my own wine in to dine there?
Yes! Corkage fee is $25 per bottle, starting July 2023.
Are there gluten free options?
They have gluten free pasta (sometimes it is out though)
Is the full menu (including all the small tapa plates) available for lunch? Or do they have a smaller menu only for lunch?
Most of the menu is available for lunch. Certain items are not and they are noted by a moon pictograph next to the item.
Is there parking available?
Yes, you enter the lot on Mokihana St. However, there are a limited number of spaces so go early. I had to find parking somewhere else.
Website says smart casual dress. Ok really? Bc I don't have time for that.
Hm, let's just say that it's a nice neighborhood restaurant where walking in wearing exercise or beach wear would be too casual and somewhat inappropriate. But, I'm sure you can go in wearing a NICE and CLEAN pair of leggings or jeans with a tunic… Read more
Do they have happy hour?
Yes, I know they have happy hour. In fact, even on July 4th, when my party went early, we were able to get drinks at happy hour prices. We got seated at 5:30, so I believe the happy hour lasted till 6 PM. But check with them, because I… Read more
Is there Free Parking for Rigo?
Yes! It's in the Makai(south) side. There's about 15 spaces.
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Rigo - spanish - Updated June 2026
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