Olay's! Conveniently located in the heart of Chinatown. Honestly, I wish they had a more healthier…read moreand safe location like somewhere with no shishi smell, like outside of Chinatown or something lol but oh well. It is what it is. Their restaurant is so cool tho. Upon walking in, you sign in if needed, wait to be seated. As you walk in, there's a pretty decor, I would say photo opp, but there's a table and stuff blocking. They should clear that area, so people can take pictures with it lol but when you get seated, you walk through, and they take you to the back for outdoor seating. There is no indoor seating. They have the commercial tents, and pretty outdoor decor out there too, like lights and stuff. And there's a koi pond. Bathroom is back there. The only sucky part is if it was to rain hard or have strong winds, I wonder how they deal with that. But make sure you go when it's nice weather. It's BYOB!! They have a good amount of seating too. Our go to for Olay's is the Lao style papaya salad. We eat it with chicharon, and I think they have option to order a side chicharon, but we were prepared and went store before heading over to buy bag chicharon and they allowed it for us instead of spending the same amount for a handful, you get more when you BYOBC - bring your own bag chicharon lol I just made that up. If it's BYOB, I'm sure they'll allow it. We eat that with sticky rice. Omg so bomb. I like to get the stuffed chicken wings, we ordered the calamari. Was good. We got yellow chicken curry. The wife wanted to try the beef jerky, she likes it. We take the sticky rice and roll it in to a ball, and dip it in the bagooong papaya salad sauce and even the curry. Eat it with the papaya salad and stuffed chicken!! Omg so good! One thing I forgot to mention, they are located in the heart of Chinatown, on hotel street, so you gotta find parking. Street parking or pay for public parking. Would we come here again, definitely! 10/10 recommend. Check out Olay's for your Lao food fix!

I've visited Olay's every single time I've gone to Oahu, and it's still just as delicious and…read morewelcoming as the first time. Located in the heart of Chinatown, Olay's has a unique touch on Thai/Lao cuisine, and allows you to bring in your own beverages! Food is always delicious, and made with spices and flavor that surely pack a punch. They have seating inside and outside, with an ambiance reminiscent of South East Asia. Highly recommend especially if you're looking for some great Thai/Lao cuisine in Oahu!

Parking: Rough street parking. Limited meter spots. Highly recommend parking in the free Walmart…read morelot across the street. Interior: only good for groups of 4s as they only have tables for that size and it's all in one column so the tables are not next to each other. Wait Time: None to be seated. Came on weekday night. SO GLAD THEY OPEN LATE! Food took about 10-15min to arrive. Items Order: 10/10 Pork Thai Boat $17 - I got egg noodles because they ran out of wide noodles but still delicious! Noodles were cooked fine, broth came out piping hot. Not that spicy but so rich in authentic flavor! Added their spice in the side and it was amazing! Generous portions of crispy pork (they pan fry it before), some meatballs, and fish balls. 9/10 Pork Pad Thai $17 - Same amazing crispy juicy pork. Noodles were incorrect/not typical. They use pho or the thin rice noodles for their pad thai. Despite that, the noodle texture was still good: chewy bouncy noodles that soaked up the sauce very well. Flavor was authentic perfect sweet savory and sour combo!

King of Thai is the best! I've eaten here many times, and I've never had a bad experience. The…read moreservice is always friendly, and the restaurant is tightly packed but cozy. I've been making it a point to try something new every time I come, and I always leave happy and full! Most recently, I got the beef boat noodles, Tom Yum style, and they were so flavorful! I already want to get them again. Beware, medium spicy is very spicy! I'm glad I ordered the fried tofu with sweet chili sauce to balance the heat. I can't recommend this place enough! It's such a solid spot to enjoy Thai food.

Came in craving Thai food and it absolutely hit the spot…read more The beef pad krapow was so flavorful -- perfectly seasoned with that bold, savory-spicy kick and fragrant basil. The beef was tender, and the heat level was just right (spicy but still balanced). So good over rice. The chicken panang curry was rich, creamy, and comforting. The curry sauce had that slightly sweet, nutty depth with just the right amount of spice. The chicken was tender, and the sauce was honestly spoon-worthy. We also ordered the summer rolls, which were fresh and light -- packed with crisp veggies and herbs. Dipped in peanut sauce, they were the perfect refreshing starter before the richer dishes. And Peter was a great waiter -- friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without hovering. Service definitely elevated the experience. Everything tasted fresh and well-executed. Great flavors, generous portions, and super satisfying overall. Definitely a place I'd come back to when I'm craving solid Thai comfort food.

This place was recommended to me, so when I was craving Thai and needed to carbo-load for a race,…read moreit was a no brainer. It was time to give Pattaya a try. This, however, will probably be my first and last visit. The place is cute enough, with a large back garden area where I chose to dine. Service was also great. I appreciate the little button at the table that I could click for service. The food, however, was mediocre at best. My friend and I ordered the pad Thai with tofu, ginger chicken, chicken satay, and pork larb. The pad Thai was the best dish, but it was very tomatoey, which I did not expect. The chicken with ginger had very little chicken. It was mostly julienned vegetables, including celery which I do not care for. The chicken satay was kinda dry and most certainly needed the peanut sauce to make it palatable. The larb was very dry with very bland flavor, served on one lettuce leaf and a wedge of cabbage. How am I supposed to eat that? All of it was quite disappointing, especially for the price point. As I was eating this meal I remembered the Thai food truck at the end of Ward, where Fisherman's Pier used to be. Now THAT was some good Thai food. I guess that was the best thing about this meal-remembering where I could get really good Thai food-so that the next time I'm having a craving, I can go back over there...I hope it's still there.

Thai restaurant with great lunch special!…read more We got the pad thai with chicken and the lunch special. The lunch special comes with crispy chicken, salad, and your choice of curry - we got green. Everything were amazing and a great portion! We definitely had some leftovers. The lunch special is a bit inconspicuous on the menu so you have to look for it or know about it, but it's definitely worth it! The service was great and it was a cozy shop. One of our favorite Thai restaurants on the island!

FOOD Long-rice Tofu Salad, Spring rolls pumpkin/chicken…read morecurry and Thai ice tea. All were delicious, perfectly cooked and seasoned. Lettuce for the spring rolls could have been cut in halves to be evenly enjoyed with each roll. Food and menu reminded me of the old Mekong I Restaurant on Beretania St. SERVICE There was only 1 server, which is probably all you need in this small quaint restaurant for lunch - she was quick and pleasant. AMBIANCE About 9 tables, closely situated. Windows looking out to the parking lot. Comfortable. Natural lighting. OVERALL Fairly priced. Everyone enjoyed the food and even ordered takeout for the husbands at home. I would come back again.

Food and service were excellent. My only negative was the elevator music!!?? Killed the atmosphere.read more

Went for lunch on a Thursday and loved the quiet, relaxed vibe. The patio was super comfortable and…read morethe service was excellent. I started with a glass of champagne -- delicious -- then went for the cashew chicken with a spice level 4 out of 5 because I wanted some heat. It did not disappoint. Incredible flavor with just the right kick. Great food, great service, great experience. Noi is a must-try!

Needed something quick to grab some we ended up here. There is parking in the front but make sure…read moreyou pull your car up all tje way because cars exit right behind your car and you dont wanna block the exit. Spring rolls- good and paired nicely with lettuce and mint. Green curry with chicken- wish i got it more spicy than medium. Chicken was tender and I enjoyed all the vegetables in there too. Pad see ew with beef - decent but not the best i had. Beef is pretty thin slices and id say most were tender. Broccoli was perfectly cooked. Definitely coming back for a quick tasty meal.

Late night dinner…read more.. After a long day at work I was thoughtfully given tickets to a craft fair which I absolutely love and was thinking of going though between parking and entry can be costly but thank you to Crystal R for the thoughtfulness as that made a huge difference and gosh really enjoyed my night for sure. After much retail therapy for myself we were hungry and it was pretty late for a spot to find that's not closed and not fast food and remembered Nu'uanu Shopping Plaza nearby but mores Bangkok Chef was just around the corner. Since it was just about half hour to closing there was plenty of parking that right in front of the restaurant that's usually filled it couldn't be any easier as this wide open concept is unique but just love the thought of a nice hot meal. I got the Pad Ki Mao which say "medium spicy" but love that it comes with bean sprouts, and fresh basil and how it came pipping hot and how wonderful it was...lots of seating inside along with lots of colorful art as the Moili'ili location is closed it's nice to have other locations to settle my cravings along with a nice hot meal. Thank you!

Red Elephant & Thairish Cuisine - A Fresh New Chapter Red…read moreElephant & Thairish Cuisine is a beautiful evolution of a longtime favorite. There's a fresh energy here while still honoring the authentic Thai flavors that made this place so special. The food is consistently outstanding. My favorites are the larb, perfectly seasoned with fresh herbs and just the right kick, and the chicken basil, bold, savory, and cooked to perfection. The papaya salad is incredibly fresh with that perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy. The tom yum is rich and comforting with a vibrant citrusy heat, and the Thai iced tea with lime is refreshing and unique--such a perfect pairing with the meal. And you absolutely can't leave without the mango sticky rice--sweet, creamy, and the perfect finish to an amazing dining experience. What really stands out is the care behind everything--from the quality of the food to the warm, attentive service. You can feel the pride and intention in every detail. Red Elephant & Thairish Cuisine is not just continuing a legacy--it's elevating it. Highly recommend supporting this new chapter!

*3.5* due to protein quantity…read more Came here on the weekend shortly after opening, Not too busy. Service was friendly and fast. Had to order the special - appetizer which was more like a main dish size surprisingly - crispy fried rice salad. Sooo good. Crispy rice with a hint of citrus acidity mixed in at the end. Could do with more lime on top as well. crunchy texture pairs well. Also tried the evil jungle curry - with chicken - curry sauce was good with coconut milk packed in. not spicy at medium, would consider thai hot next time. very small quantity of chicken, but had other veggies in there. Would like to see more appropriate protein amount in dish. Lastly tried the pad kee mao - at first sight - the noodle seems more pale and bright then what I was expecting. However, the flavor was still there despite the color. Ordered with the shrimp - had maybe 4 pieces. Again should have more in quantity. Noodle texture was just right and bouncy and chewy.

Staycay and waiting for ramen across the street. Hungry and didn't want to wait so decided to try…read morethis out. No line, but constant people in and out. So many things looked good...and not what you see at your everyday Thai place. We both got specials... Hubs settled on Tom Yum Pork Noodle. Not bad - little bit sweet and not very sour...but tasty. Baby enjoyed it until the spice started to build and it got to be too spicy for her. It's really it's not spicy at all... but I was surprised she handled what she did. Since hubs got noodles, I got rice. Fried Rice with Fried Chicken. Tasty. Baby ate the chicken. Hubs liked it...and we still had leftovers. I wanna go back and try the Thai Boat Noodle Soup. That looks good. Gotta go back!

Food was delicious. The fried rice and the curry portion was a little smaller than I was…read moreanticipating but I would still recommend this place. Everything had so much flavor, it was a great combination. Different hot sauces offered on the table. Went on a week day and didn't have a wait for dinner. Staff were really friendly and the restaurant was very clean.

First time here and all boxes were checked. Friendly service, nice atmosphere, and food was good!…read more We'll be back to try other dishes

Seriously, I have to remember to at least have something to eat earlier in the day before coming to…read morea place with such good food like here. We both got here starving and fell for the "hungry eyes are bigger than the stomach" trap! It was just the two of us and here's what we ordered along with a Singha beer to kick off the meal... Spring rolls Masaman curry w/chicken Stuffed chicken wings Me grob with pork Thai fried chicken We also each ordered a serving of sticky rice Everything was fantastic as usual and it would be tough to pick out a favorite. I really do love their food and my only nit might be that the sauce for the Me Grob is a touch too sweet, nothing a spoonful of one of their chili sauces doesn't help balance out though. This meal was easily enough to feed a family of 4 (and keep in mind there was a 2nd beer ordered somewhere in the middle of all the food.) If we were planning on heading home afterwards it'd be no problem boxing up the leftovers for a late night snack or breakfast but we had a ton of plans afterwards so the food would probably go bad sitting in the car. Well, we did like all kids of mothers who drilled into us the "...there are starving kids in foreign countries" mantra and pretty much ate ALL of it, I think the only thing left was a bit of sticky rice and a tiny piece of chicken. Yeah, we were uncomfortably full but our moms would've been proud.

If I had to have one taste in my mouth for the rest of my life, I would choose the taste of the…read morebroth of #11, Thai Ginger Soup (Tom Kha). I don't think I need to say anymore.... ....but I will. The restaurant, for being hidden, was HOPPING. Every table was full and people waiting. I had a glass of Cabernet, it was actually good. My husband got the drunken noodles, 10 out of 10.

Be careful about double tipping here. When it was time to pay, the waitress entered a total that…read morewas higher than what was actually on our receipt, then turned the screen toward us with tip options. We caught it right away and asked about it, and she said she had already included a tip in the total, without ever asking us. We never told her how much we wanted to tip, so it felt pretty shady that she just added one on her own and then still gave us the option to tip again. If we hadn't been paying attention and just tapped a tip option, we would've ended up overpaying. What's weird is that we had eaten here just a couple days earlier and everything was normal. The total matched, and we tipped on our own. No one added anything extra without asking. If this had been our first time, we probably would've assumed gratuity was automatically included and not thought twice about it. When we brought that up, the waitress suddenly acted like she didn't understand us, even though she had been communicating perfectly fine before. She walked away and got another staff member, who told us tipping is optional and then in a rude tone, asked, "So what do you want to do?" We still tipped in the end because we know service jobs aren't easy, but the whole situation just felt icky. Like how could you try to scam your own customers? Definitely left a bad impression, and it looks like others have had similar experiences if you look at the 1& 2 stars reviews. Makes me wonder how many people this has happened to without knowing.