The food the service the ambience were outstanding at this restaurant. We had made a reservation at another restaurant and left it before ordering as it was not good and came to Taormina and were able to get a table. Our server Darnell was excellent, very friendly and attentive. The food was outstanding, beautifully prepared and quite honestly the best dinner we had during our vacation. read more

Food: Absolutely wonderful 1. Nero frutti de mare: squid ink pasta with seafood... delicious..clams, shrimp and scallops were perfectly cooked 2. Steamed clams: it had a perfect amount of garlic and butter Service: outstanding Ambiance: perfect.. we were seating in the patio area Definitely we will be back Location is in the heart of Waikīkī.. easy walk ... from area hotels read more

Whoa! Amazing date night here on a Friday night!!! Very romantic and intimate restaurant with outstanding service. Chisum was our server and he was just excellent. All of the server staff was super attentive. My husband and I both chose the prix fixe menu. It's $125. Every dish was excellent!! You have to get the squid ink pasta, truffle pasta and the lamb chops. My filet was also cooked perfectly. I can't wait to come back and try the rest of their menu. read more

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Location: located on Lewers St. Parking is on Helumoa Rd. Go down Lewers St, make a left on Helumoa and shortly after, valet parking will be on your left. The restaurant validates parking, $8 for 4 hours, tip not included. For my son's 18th birthday he wanted to eat pasta. After looking at many Yelp reviews, we ended up making reservations at Taormina. Unfamiliar with the menu we decided to do the five tasting course. As of 4/22/26 the base price is $125 and depending on what you choose, there are some add ons. For example the carbonara was +$25 and the Ricci di mare was +$18. Food: the Focaccia bread was free and comes with free refills. The salmon with caviar was really good. It had the perfect balance but very small, about 1.5". The next dish was the baked abalone. That was also very delicious but two bites and it's over. At this point, we were starting to think we would leave hungry. The next dish was the pasta. We tried both the carbonara and the Ricci di mare. Both were very good. The carbonara came with freshly slices truffles and thick crispy pieces of bacon. Highly recommend for truffle lovers. I'm not a huge uni fan but surprisingly the Ricci di mare was also really good. Of note, the pasta in the five course tasting is half the size of the regular order. Even at half the size, I felt the serving portion was good. I felt satisfied but not full. The next dish was the main course so filet mignon and monchong. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly but I personally didn't like the sweet sour balsamic vinegar taste that was drizzled over. I would have preferred it to be more savory. The monchong was okay but a little overcooked for my liking. The portion size of the main course was good. Lastly was our desert but to our surprise, they brought out a nicely written happy birthday platter with half a lava flow desert and a small scoop of ice cream. My son really enjoyed it. The creme caramel was also good and reminded me of flan. Service: the waitress did her job but I personally felt we had better service entering the restaurant and being seated. She had no smile, did not offer any recommendations, and no small talk which is fine but noticeable. Our bill came out to $463.87 tip not included. Though we really enjoyed the salmon and abolone I'm not sure it's worth the price and the extra three bites. Next time I would just stick with the pasta. If we had just ordered the full order of pasta our bill would've been $195. read more

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Unbelievable! This place is five stars all the way. The service was impeccable and the food taste is out of this world. They really treat you out here at 100% comeback again and again and again.! read more

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Cannot get enough of this place! We've already gone twice - both times we got the exact same thing - beef carpaccio and truffle carbonara. The food is top notch, best carbonara I've had outside of Rome. Service has been wonderful too, always quick, friendly, and helpful. Hoping to return soon to try something else from the menu! read more

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This restaurant never disappoints. We always order the uni pasta and the squid ink pasta. What we usually do is order the full uni pasta and the five course meal with the squid ink pasta. read more

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Had lunch at Taormina, food was great, I had the grilled chicken, and it was excellent. Wine selection is good and our server, Will, was fantastic. Will did an excellent job making the meal a special occasion. read more

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The food and atmosphere here is amazing! The menu is very authentic and the tomatoes are so fresh. Snag an outdoor if you can. Our server, Robert, was also great! He was really knowledgeable and attentive. If you're jonesing for Italian on your Hawaiian vacation, this is definitely the place to stop! read more

Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Sicilian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I have eaten dinner here a few times, but came in for lunch this particular day. We were seated outside which was lovely. I had the Siciliana . It had a nice tomato based sauce. My only complaint is the pasta was a little more firm than I'd like. Maybe I've been cooking pasta wrong? I definitely don't want mushy, but I feel like maybe another minute to cook would have been perfect. read more

I loved it. The seafood brushetta is a must. Crostini type bread absolutely covered in a thick, creamy, cheese sauce. For my Mao. Course I ordered the Granchio and that's another MUST HAVE item. Fresh made spaghetti with crab. So good. We also ordered the fresh spaghetti with sea urchin, I didn't try this but my dinner companion enjoyed it. Someone else ordered the seafood pescatore and that was also very good. Everything in this place is phenomenal and thr service is top tier. So that explains why it can be so hard to get a dinner reservation, and why the place is always packed. read more

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We came to dine during lunch time and enjoyed their lunch special truffle carbonara risotto. In addition, we had crab spaghetti, claim pasta and mentaiko pasta. To finish up we also had the desert assorted. They validate parking in Wyndham valet. read more

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I looked up a "Date worthy restaurant in Waikiki that's less than $100 per person" and this was one of the top recommendations. We wanted to hang out in Waikiki while we waited for our daughter at the winter ball. This is located on Lewers, next to Beach Walk where there's lots of action. Lots of shops to browse through near by. The only challenge is parking as the only obvious one is at the Imperial Hotel but you don't get validation (only$8/hr isn't a bad deal). FYI-Embassy Suites is on the next street. The restaurant is romantic and cozy. The service was impeccable and the food was superb! My husband ordered spaghetti and I got squid ink pasta. We shared the dessert so we could try all of them. The coffee gelato was soooooo good! We sat inside ("upstairs" by the kitchen and it was cool to watch them in action. They have half of their seating outside on the patio so if you prefer outside you'll need to specify when making reservations. We forgot to tell them we were celebrating our 18th anniversary...not sure if they do anything to help celebrate but they didn't ask...probably because nearly every customer is tourist. I'd love to go back soon!! read more

Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Sicilian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Excellent Italian pasta right next to Sheraton Waikiki. I barely walked out of the hotel and it was right there. Great ambiance and people watching. Pasta was perfect Al dente. My child loved the spaghetti bolognese. Husband had rack of lamb. We wanted to try out the truffle. They were kind enough to accommodate our requests. Gabe, our waiter, provided excellent customer service. Love the peach martini too! A solid restaurant. read more

We celebrated our friend's birthday last night and it was also restaurant week. So lucked out and ordered the restaurant week special. It was delightful. Enjoyed all the dishes and service was amazing. Everyone acknowledged my friends birthday and the restaurant atmosphere felt welcoming and lively. Perfect lovely night. read more

Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Sicilian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Food and service was absolutely amazing, me and my family came in for dinner and the ambiance was cozy yet classic. We ordered the steamed clams, lamb chops, and the grilled monchong. The steamed clams tasted very fresh and it came with a savory sauce, the monchong was flaky and juicy, and the lamb chops were seasoned to perfection. Overall, a very good experience, plus they give free focaccia! read more

Delicious formal dining option in Waikīkī. Food is reasonably priced for the quality and location (Waikiki is not cheap!). Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Appetizers were quick to come out. Main dishes took a little while (larger party size could be the reason). Mongchong was perfectly cooked. Parking: 2 locations at hotels (valet parking at Wydham) the restaurant validates. Would recommend to both visitors and locals! read more

Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - (Lunch) Grilled Monchong - Sicilian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Taramina is an excellent restaurant. The food is excellent. The service is excellent. The setting is quiet and nice. I am gluten-free so I am always looking for a great gluten-free restaurant. They have great gluten-free pasta great gluten-free dessert but what happened to the no gluten-free bread nor sourdough bread it would've been perfect if we had had a gluten-free or sourdough bread option ! Our server was the best diligent about checking on my gluten-free foods !!! read more

Tried the much-hyped uni pasta at this spot -- had to see what all the fuss was about. It was... okay. Not mind-blowing, but decent. The overall vibe is very upscale, almost fine-dining level. Service was top-tier: attentive, polished, and warm. Drinks were strong and well-crafted. Food, in general, was alright, but nothing that made me want to come running back. Still, glad I came and checked it out -- scratched the curiosity itch. read more

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Love, love, love, this place. Food and service always great. You can order anything on the menu and will not be disappointed. Our favorite truffle carbonara is a must. Duck breast with fennel salad is fantastic. Kids love the pomodoro. read more

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Great food! Love the balsamic take on traditional bolognese! Service is top tier! Have been here multiple times and recommend it to everyone! read more

One of our go-to place when visiting Waikiki. My wife loves their Sea Urchin pasta. Very rich, delicious and a good portion size. I decided to get their lunch Prix Fixe. Beef Carpaccio was refreshing. My favorite was the Nero Frutti Di Mare (squid ink pasta). Really good flavor, not overwhelming or rich. It was perfect. Beef filet melts in your mouth. Very good service by Hayato. He is very nice and attentive. He saw my wife and I shared bites from our dishes. So he gave us extra plates and serving utensils. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Sitting by the windows indoors or outside is the best. read more

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Walked past this place many times when visiting Waikiki and always been on my list. Finally got to try it to celebrate a friend's birthday. It was a fun night and sitting outside was really nice! The food was good! But I think it's a little overpriced for what it was. I enjoyed the amberjack and beef carpaccio a lot. The seared duck was delicious too. And loved how the risotto had foie gras mixed into it. Their lamb chops were tender and juicy too. If you're in the area already, and feel like having a nicer dinner that night, it would be a good choice. I don't know if I would drive to Waikiki for it though. read more

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This is a long overdue review of Taormina. The review originally sat in my drafts and I forgot to post it. First off, I came here LAST YEAR for restaurant week with a couple of girlfriends. We enjoyed a special prix fixe menu and I've been meaning to find an excuse to come back. For appetizers we enjoyed the beef carpaccio which was excellent. The beef was prepared well with no gamey taste to the meat. The argula was fresh, peppery, and the drizzle of olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon was perfection. Although not regularly on the menu, I enjoyed the carbonara pasta as part of the prix fixe special. It was delicious. I'm hoping that the restaurant will consider adding the carbonara pasta to their regular line up. I noticed on the menu they have the truffle carbonara, but not the classic presentation. One of the ladies enjoyed the granchio and it looked beautifully done. I will need to order that next time! Lastly we finished off with tiramisu which was a perfectly sweet ending! Ambience is a bit crowded as the restaurant is located in the heart of Waikiki. read more

Taormina is a great Sicilian restaurant in the middle of Waikiki. The place is clean and modern, and the service is welcoming and efficient. At lunch they provide free focaccia with olive oil/balsamic vinegar and a passion fruit sorbet after the meal. The Siciliana pasta was excellent. Great spicy flavor with a unique sweet/spicy beef ragu sauce. It's not a huge portion but it's very good. The chicken alla Griglia was excellent. It's a huge piece of chicken, perfectly roasted and seasoned. It's very tender and flavorful. Really it's better than the pasta IMO. I'll definitely go back next time I'm in Hawaii. Make a reservation because you probably won't get in without it. read more

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The quality of food is still excellent! Had a special lunch today: I had the crab pasta with tomato cream sauce and my friend had the vongole pasta-both were full of flavor, yet the sauces were not overwhelming. It was perfect for us ladies, but men may have to supplement with a salad or appetizer. The focaccia was also yummy! Our server, Gabe was super attentive and sweet! The beautiful birthday dessert was absolutely delicious! Plus for Waikiki, valet parking is free at the Wyndham next door during the lunch hours. read more

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A truly refined dining experience! The atmosphere is polished and welcoming, and the service was excellent throughout the evening! Perfect for a special occasion for anyone seeking a high-end, memorable meal. Highly recommended! read more

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I love this place. Food is delicious. Service was quick and pleasant and the restaurant itself felt very cozy and inviting. It's like you're stepping into another world! Highly recommend. read more

Food didn't taste good. Carbonara had raw egg when presented, then started to solidify and cook. too rich, scrambled eggs. Water was polite.

We got there about a hour early and they seated us. The service was great the food was amazing from the timing of my set Christmas menu and they gave us a complimentary wedding anniversary desert on a plate with Happy 22nd Anniversary written on it. The ambience was great being seated outside and our server and the staff were very nice. I'll definitely recommend this restaurant cause we will be eating there again trying different dishes. Thank you for your hospitality. read more

Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Amuse bouche salmon confit with caviar on a green onion cream sauce AMAZING!!!! - Sicilian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Located on busy Lewers Street, at the end of the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center. This iconic Sicilian Restaurant has been in business since 2007! The cuisine has a strong Japanese influence and features delicious seafood dishes. I highly recommend their Nero Frutti de Mare, squid ink seafood pasta. They offer a great crab pasta, and outstanding uni spaghetti! Many of these pictures were from their pre fix Valentines Day menu. $125 King Salmon with Caviar, abalone, Nero Frutti de Mare, Filet Mignon, and Caramel custard. read more

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Best lunch spot on the island! If you live here, you have to take advantage of the Kama'Aina discount. All the pastas were delicious. They now serve lunch with chili oil. I recommend pouring it over everything! Service was amazing. They gave is free sorbet. read more

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This was my go to favorite Italian restaurant for years, but it's greatly disappointed us this time! We were there like a week ago and ordered their daily special $69 which was Kauai shrimps with seafood fettuccini in little spicy tomato sauce. That dish was super disappointing! First of all, those shrimp were super unfresh, the meat already turned mushy, way overcooked, sauce not as good as their squid ink pasta which was my favorite. I ordered foie gras for $29 for just a super tiny piece! It's not enough for two people to share, so my husband just let me had it all, didn't have enough balsamic sauce either! My fault that didn't read the description carefully, the Alfredo sauce drowning the toasts with satiny scallops, absolutely hated this dish, didn't eat it and waiter didn't bother to ask why , just hurried to take it away! I'm not sure if I should go back next time because it's sooo bad this time. I mean we both loved this restaurant for years. read more

Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - You can see how tiny the foie gras was! Ridiculous! - Sicilian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Always have a good experience here. Excellent wine list. Excellent service. Nice place, Great food! Overall nice restaurant! read more

This is a very popular Japanese Italian restaurant in the heart of Waikiki. I got the seafood pescatore and it came with a lot of seafood. I mean a LOT. I was disappointed with how salty the spicy tomato sauce was. It had a good seafood flavor, but I think it was reduced too far or something. Service is excellent. The waiter checked on us just enough to be attentive but not overbearing. The ambiance on the patio is not the best. You are along a service road leading into a parking structure so there is a lot of traffic and vehicle pollution while you dine. I personally was put off by that. read more

Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Seafood Pescatore - Sicilian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The best Italian food in Hawaii!! Everything on the menu tastes amazing!! Chef Hiro is awesome. The ambiance is phenomenal and the staff is super friendly. Finest ingredients from Italy. A great dinner in Waikīkī! read more

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Corner restaurant on Lewers St. The outdoor patio allows you to enjoy the warm weather during winter and the diners are shielded from the street traffic by plants. The restaurant interior is small considering the heavy traffic of diners and is upscale and clean. Service is excellent. Chef Hiro Mimura does not disappoint. The waiter recommended the featured "Fall Pumpkin Gnocchi" which was excellent in a smooth, spiced cream sauce, topped with a crisp apple slice, served with grated parmesan. The lamb chops were perfect. I loved the Bolognese meat sauce and the texture and taste of the fresh spaghetti. read more

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Pasta is pricey, and when considering the price point to the flavor of food, I found this spot to be pretty mid. Ambiance gives off fancy vibes, but volume inside is on the louder side. So it was hard for us to converse over dinner. Uni pasta, albeit beautifully presented, lacked in the uni flavor. The foie gras appetizer also fell flat, I wouldn't order it again. I most enjoyed their tiramisu dessert, which was light & creamy. I got a gin-based cocktail (their spin off the French 75), which wasn't bad either! But with so many amazing restaurants in Waikiki, it'll take a bit for me to come back here. read more

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Had another big event here with my dearest family from Japan. Food was amazing, never a disappointed moment here. Service is always the best here , this is the place to be for family functions. read more

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Great vibe and experience, a lil pricy but you're in the heart of Waikiki and the food was all delicious. Server was very friendly! read more

Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - I think the Bolognese Moderna is what my husband got. Was tasty! - Sicilian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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