I can't tell you how disappointed I was. We ordered the chefs tasting menu, but wanted extra items because we were excited to try a bunch of things. Duck on the tasting menu was lacking flavor (rubbery skin), upgraded one menu with the wagyu beef filet and they over cooked it. It was in between medium well and well (grayish slight pink). I asked for it to be cooked medium rare. I did ask Don/Jon? I forget his name if chef could redo this because it was a bit over cooked for my liking and he replied let me take a look and says, "this looks like our medium rare." I was tempted to just ask for a blue steak if they had redone it, but just ate it and didn't want to cause a seen. Maybe he was too afraid to ask the chef, but just poor hospitality. Honestly, just more shocked at the response. I understand that everyone has their own opinions on how meat should be cooked, and I'm no cook, but when we upgrade and pay more for a speciality item I would hope to get it cooked properly. read more

Threadfin Bistro - Medium well to well done steak - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Another outstanding dinner from Chef Kiyota. The Tuscan Wine dinner was delicious and one of the best meals we had at Threadfin. The Black Truffle Whipped Burrata with poached apricot and arugula was delicious, the Maui Venison Bolognese with Black Pepper Bread Crumbs was superb and the Tuscan Braised Brisket Peposo over a creamy garlic Polenta was a perfect complement to the first two courses. The dessert: Cantucci with Vanilla Custard and a Coffee caramel was a magnificent way to end the meal. The Cantucci was superb and I wish the Pastry Chef would sell them by the pound. The wines selected by Sommelier Sky Cameron were perfectly matched to each of the courses. The staff was professional and efficient adding to the overall experience. The restaurant's expansion was tastefully accomplished providing a relaxed environment and a great change ensuring that the Chef's efforts can be shared with a larger clientele. read more

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I'm sorta iffy about coming to places that have fancy, artsy dishes, but Threadfin Bistro was amazing! The restaurant is really clean and welcoming. It's not a super big place but it's also not cramped up. Staff is attentive and helpful! The food here is excellent with so much flavor. The Kona Abalone is simply amazing!!! We ended up ordering two of them for our table of four. Be sure to scoop up all that butter! Another great appetizer was the charred broccoli. The Jidori Chicken was so tender and filling! We also tried out the Jumbo Prawns with Mac Nut Pesto. Shrimp packed a ton of flavor and the pasta was cooked perfectly! Steak Frites was also a hit. The sauce went well with the steak. Definitely a must try. Only down side would be parking, which is a little tight if you have a bigger car. Other than that, the food does not disappoint and the service is excellent as well! Will be returning soon. read more

We came to Threadfin Bistro to celebrate a friend's birthday. It's located in Kilohana Square where Mr. Ojisan was previously located. They recently also took over the Feng Shui store spot next door. It's a clean and modern dining area with a full bar in the second room. It seems that their menu changes which is nice and customer service was aggressively friendly. They kept wanting to take away dishes. It was a little odd when there was still some food like lobster meat or clams in the dish. They offer a preset menu or you can order a la carte. We ordered a la carte and shared family style. It was all our first time dining there so it gave us all a taste of the menu. Everything was good and portions were enough to share for our group. Stand out dishes were the Abalone Escargot Style, Manila Clams, Crab Curry Noodles and Cabernet Braised Short Ribs. The Lobster Noodles were pretty good too. Instead of ordering alcohol there, we brought our own wine and paid the corkage fee. This is a great addition to the Kapahulu area! read more

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Threadfin Bistro has a great selection of wines, though I wasn't drinking that evening. The staff was kind enough to modify one of their entrees to be completely dairy free, and it really hit the spot. I was in the mood for something light, healthy, and savory, and they delivered exactly that. The salmon was cooked beautifully with a crisp sear and tender center, paired with roasted vegetables and a flavorful sauce that tied everything together without feeling heavy. Presentation was simple but elegant, and service throughout the meal was attentive and warm. Overall, a thoughtful kitchen and a team that clearly cares about the dining experience. Verdict: A relaxed bistro that accommodates well and serves food that feels both refined and satisfying. read more

Threadfin Bistro - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

One of my besties has been hyping this place for a long time. Since I'm a pescatarian, I was a little hesitant when they only offered the pre fixe menu. But since they added a selection of a dozen or so shared-plate options, it was hard to say no to a night at this sophisticated neighborhood joint. Here's what went down... Kona Abalone Escargot - what can be wrong with that? Nothing! Everything is right about it!! Buttery and luxurious yet deceivingly light. A perfect paring with the baked bread but glad my friend suggested the side of bread shop bread, so we could sop up ALL the beautiful butter sauce. Order this!! Do this! The flavored butter that came with our side of fluffy 'The Bread Shop' bread made me stop mid-sentence and say, "Wow, what was that?!?" My face at that moment could probably replace the 'yummy' emoji! Glazed Carrots - a decadent vegetable dish, simply sublime. All kids would eat veggies if they tasted like this. But I don't want to share with the Keiki. Hehe... Hokkaido Scallops - resting on a bed of risotto. Both perfectly prepared, a magnificent marriage. The dish was rich but bright. Creamy comfort in every spoonful. It was actually on the pre-fixe menu. Our waiter Greg mentioned it was a customer favorite and if we wanted it he could make it happen. LOVE an establishment that operates with an 'As you wish' attitude. Crab Curry Noodles - An explosion of exotic and familiar flavors, a brilliant blend of heat, spice, and herb. My mouth is still trying to figure out what I treated it to, and it thanks me! Catching of the Day Kanpachi - on whipped potatoes (light as clouds). I have to be honest I don't remember the rest because by this time, I was delirious by all the deliciousness and so full we had ask for a doggie bag. (Hubby was grateful to get samplings) Skipping dessert is not a wise life choice, so we finished off the foodie adventure with a panna cotta. I think it had a lilikoi topping but again, seconds away from a food coma...it was silky and a touch tart which balanced the richness of our meal. Because it's not just about the food... I especially like to support owner operated restaurants. Chef Jason is humble and hardworking. He came out of the kitchen to greet us and say good night. Quiet guy who lets his talents speak for itself and they tell your taste buds this guy is legit! I'll put money down he's a James Beard nominee soon. His time-tested European techniques combined with a fusion of Asian-inspired flavors creates dishes that leave you wondering what you just ate but wanting more. Our waiter Greg gave us fine-dining attention to detail service with a warm, welcome-to-my-house vibe. He was intuitive, knowledgeable, and proud of his product. Changed our share plates and silverware so my risotto-soaked silverware didn't interfere with the crab curry pasta and fresh catch. Even crumbed our table! He showed he cared about our experience. Small corkage fee so you can BYOB or make a selection from their inspiring wine list. Live music was a blanket of gentle and soothing sound that didn't overpower our conversation but filled the cozy space with a melodic and nostalgic playlist that made us hum with every song. I highly recommend trying Threadfin Bistro. It lived up to ALL my friend's hype and I feel I should introduce another friend just to pay it forward. read more

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This gem is hidden in a strip mall on Kapahulu with no store front or curb appeal whatsoever. You enter through a single door to a bar, open kitchen and a few tables. Ambiance is Cozy and unpretentious. Server was very friendly and professional. Explained the menu, so we decided on the pre-fix dinner 4 courses for $78. Extra $15 for my steak. Started off with the Vichyssoise which was chilled, smooth and creamy. Beet salad with cream cheese was tarp, crunchy and savory with the cream cheese. Steak was perfectly cooked to med rare topped with a blend of vegetables and mashed potatoes. The flourless cake was warm topped with vanilla ice cream was a perfect ending to a scrumptious meal. Will be back to try everything on menu. read more

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Definitely recommend this place. Amazing food. Low key and chill vibes. Good service. Small restaurant that's kinda hidden in the Kilohana Square. You would easily miss it when driving by Kapahulu. read more

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We celebrated my mother's birthday at Threadfin and she's still talking about it. Every bite was genuinely delicious. The Kona abalone with crispy bread was a standout, and the fries and lobster miso pasta were the standouts. Our server was attentive and sweet despite being the only staff on the floor. The only thing that kept it from being completely over the top was the limited drink selection. They were out of beer and several wines weren't available. That said, it was still a wonderful evening, and surprisingly affordable for the quality. This was my second visit to Threadfin and it definitely won't be my last. read more

Do yourself a favor, keep track of the menu and come check it out when your heart tells you it can't live without that particular meal because it'll change with the seasonality. The new (not so new now, meant to post at least a year ago) location is in Kilohana Square and it's beautifully redone! Modern but still warm and cozy. Fancy food without overly fancy vibe. Two parts to the restaurant included one area with usually smaller parties and another area for larger parties. Parking is easy to find in the lot so you don't have to go far. The food here is so so so good!!! Service is always amazing and attentive without being overdone and stuffy. Never have to wait long for water refills or removal of empty dishes. Food is timely too! Comes out hot (or cold) and fresh. The consistency is impressive! We've been eating Chef Jason's food for many years ever since his Kailua Food Company days. My in laws go so often that they became regulars and friends. My favorite appetizers are the foie gras terrine, abalone escargot style with crusty bread, and uni croquette (new fave). You cannot go wrong with the lobster noodles, short rib penne, and the steak frites for entrees! Some other family favorites are the scallops, risotto, duck, and the crab curry noodle. Love the warm flourless chocolate cake! He also has many seasonal items and the menu changes so keep an eye out! Never had anything we didn't love here. read more

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Loved the overall experience here! Threadfin is a cute, cozy restaurant. Service was friendly and helpful. There's parking in the back of the restaurant (and the entrance is on that side) or street parking. Check out their IG to find out about the menu since it changes every month. We ordered the pre-fixe menu and I really enjoyed everything. The onion tart was very flavorful. The steak was so good and it was a larger portion than what I was expecting. The dessert that day was a pistachio cake and I was also surprised by how much I liked it! We also added on the lobster noodles - I would definitely recommend getting it. It looks like such a simple dish but it was more delicious than it looked. Good amount of lobster pieces in there and the veggies paired nicely. read more

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I looked for something new and nice restaurant when my friends come from Japan. We always have dinner 3couples when they come to HI. I made reservation from their website. They are located in Kilohana Square former "Mr. Ojisan". Some parking stalls inside the Kilihana Square. For us no problem to park but I think depends on your reservation time. They have only prix Fixe 3course menu and you can add some their specials too. July 2024's menu,,,（sorry I post late） First(choose one) *SALMON PASTRAMI, POTATO, TROUT CAVIAR *ROOTED FARMS TOMATO SALAD, LONG BEAN, PEPITAS, DRIED PRAWNS, BONITO Second(choose one) *FRESH DAY BOAT CATCH, WILD MUSHROOM RISOTTO, BEET, CORN, REMOULADE *WASHUGYU STEAK DIANE, PORCINI GLACE DI VIANDE, BBQ CARROTS(+$8 SUPPLEMENT) Dessert *CHEFS CHOICE(,,, was mango something, was so good but forgot the detail) Food was all excellent and delicious and we all did enjoy our dinner. Service was also good. We asked our server separate check each couple and he said "no problem" but he mistook the check (charged different one to others) but that's ok. Still our dinner experience was good! read more

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Located in Kilohana Square in Kapahulu, Threadfin Bistro is an intimate restaurant that serves wine-friendly global-focused dishes from Chef Jason Kiyota, who formerly operated a restaurant in Kailua called The Food Company Café. At Threadfin Bistro, guests will have the option of an a la carte menu and an affordable three-course prix fixe for under $80 per person. The August menu is priced at $68 per person. Our party of four shared the Lobster Noodles which turned out to be my favorite dish. For my options from the prix fixe menu, I chose the Hamachi and upgraded to the Mediterranean Spiced Washgyu Steak. The hamachi with the pickled watermelon was so refreshing and generous in portion. The steak was nice as well and I enjoyed the onion jam. We finished with the chocolate torte which was perfection. We had such an amazing meal and the ambience was just my speed - lively, but in an intimate setting. Service was top- notch. The bistro is also gluten allergy friendly, so just be sure to let them know. They are currently BYOB, but offer a limited selection of wines by the glass as they are preparing the launch of their formal wine program. They are open for dinner Thursday through Saturday from 5:30pm with last seating at 8:30pm. My new favorite restaurant for sure and I would recommend to you to check it out! read more

Threadfin is located in Kapahulu Kilohana Square. They offer a prefixed three course menu that changes frequently. For $68 you get an appetizer, main, and a dessert. They are only opened from Thursday to Saturday for dinner. The ambiance feels like a charming small bistro with service being attentive. Reservations are recommended and can be made on their site. read more

Threadfin Bistro - Snap pea soup - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Dinner in Kapahulu, Honolulu, Hawaii... I tried to go to Threadfin Bistro a couple of months ago, but I didn't make a reservation in advance. My bad... This time, I booked a dinner for 2 online! BINGO! Located at Kilohana Square, the shared parking lot for Threadfin Bistro is free of charge and is sometimes challenging at peak hours. We had no issues. We got the three-course Pre-fixe menu for $68. I chose the Rooted Farms Tomato Salad with bonito flakes, dried prawns, and pepitas. I didn't see any long beans, but it was tasty! The second course was the Fresh Day Boat Catch (mahimahi) with beets, corn, and remoulade on wild mushroom risotto. Delicious and intriguing! Mackenzie is the amazing, young pastry chef here. We really enjoyed her Tropical Mousse, which was creative, light, and fun to eat! We were thrilled when she came out of the kitchen to chat with us for a bit. We were able to tell her in person how much we enjoyed her dessert: The toasted coconut was a nice texture contrast to the smooth whipped cream. The chewy passion fruit gel cubes were colorful and tart, compared with the slightly sweet, pastel-toned lilikoi-mango puree base. Wow! We had a wonderful experience! It's a cozy space that seems like you're sitting elbow to elbow with strangers, but this is a classy joint. Everyone is well-behaved! Thank you, Jesse, for being a competent, polite server! read more

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Perfect Date Night Spot... IYKYK @threadfinbistro . This intimate dining restaurant serves up amazing set course meals... a true affordable luxury dinning experience by Chef Jason Kiyota . You can park in the rear of Kilohana square... where you walk through an unassuming door, and are welcomed into a beautiful intimate bistro. They are known for their affordable set menus, that often change frequently to offer you the freshest unique experience. Each plate we had was an edible piece of art. And if you are big eater, like me, they have delightful add on's like the Kona Abalone, (which is a must try) and also pasta dishes to share. For our experience we had the following: *KONA ABALONE COGNAC BUTTER, BREADSHOP * (Highly Recommend) THREE-COURSE PRE-FIXE MENU First HOKKAIDO SCALLOP CUCUMBER, FENNEL, CITRUS, CHORIZO BURRATA NECTARINE, TOMATO, BOTTARGA, CINNAMON Second SPICED CRUSTED SALMON CAULIFLOWER, CORN, ROOTED FARMS TOMATO JIDORI CHICKEN FRESH SUMMER TRUFFLES, WILD MUSHROC VELOUTE, SWEET POTATO Dessert Chef Choice Local peach oat crumble with honey and whipped ricotta Located in Kilohana Square on Kapahulu. Call for reservations. Ample parking in the rear parking lot. Mahalo @melissa808 for the recommendation read more

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Excellent food, great wine list charming restaurant and a very friendly chef and staff. We are repeat customers.

My friend flew in from out of town and wanted to try this place. It was easy to make a reservation online. Luckily we found parking in the small lot. Based on someone else's photo of the hidden "front" door, we entered from the parking lot. Immediately I noticed the seating is extremely tight. There's a very narrow space to get in and out from the table. I was not that comfortable being less than an arms length to the tables on our left and right. With all the seats crammed in to a small dining area, it seemed overwhelming loud with conversation, even for an early dinner. I shouldn't have to yell over the small table nor do I like asking my guest to repeat what they said because I can't hear over the noise. When I saw the price point on their Yelp page, I was expecting a lot more. However, the food was just average in my humble opinion. There wasn't anything fancy or memorable. There wasn't any table-side preparation or presentation. There wasn't anyone telling us about where they sourced the ingredients from or how the dish was prepared. I guess I was expecting more and left a little disappointed. Honestly, I'm struggling to understand the 5 star reviews, especially from Yelp accounts that have zero friends and no pictures. As I write this, I'm struggling to give it 4 stars. So as another reviewer politely said he'd round up his 3.5 average experience....I agree with that assessment. While I certainly appreciated the meal and my dinner guest, I probably won't return. It's just too loud and the noise really is distracting. If they removed one or two tables to create more space in between the seating, maybe it wouldn't feel so cramped. And to my dinner guest, just know this isn't a reflection on your picking the restaurant LOL read more

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Small bistro in an unassuming spot. Friendly staff. And until they get their liquor license, it's BYOB with no corkage fee. We had 4 people so took advantage of 2-3 course pre-fixe menu to try all selections and added 3share plates. The server paced the selections nicely. Started with the local greens, smoked hamachi rillettes and burrata. Greens were great, especially with the roasted grapes, the rillettes seemed more like canned tuna but the burrata was good (didn't need honey in my opinion). Then had the thai curry crab pasta and hokkido scallops. The thai pasta was the highlight of the meal...very flavorful and balanced. The scallops were ok, a bit dry. Next we had the lobster noodles and short rib. The lobster noodles were ok, with bits of tough, dry lobster. The short rib was so tender and delicious. For dessert they served a ginger cake with apple compote. Consensus was it was good. Overall good meal, great service and interesting food. Another plus is there's private parking! read more

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I wasn't sure what to expect before coming in, but ThreadFin completely went higher than anything I was expecting. I had a very expensive, not so good steak the night before at Morton's, and thought maybe it was hard to get good beef on the island. The steak here was SO good! I also tried my wife's beef ribs and they were equally delicious. I have definitely found my favorite restaurant on the island!! read more

A wine pairing event was held at Threadfin Bistro in Kahului after an open house at school. I chanced upon this restaurant last week. The Japanese chef presented a memorable sushi, sake, and wine pairing tonight. read more

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Threadfin Bistro is a wine-friendly neighborhood bistro, and they offer a different monthly 3-course set menu for dinner. Making reservations online was easy! First course options were: +a Caramelized Onion Tart - with feta, chimichurri, and local greens +a Fatty Salmon Crudo - with shiro dashi, apple, and basil Second course options were: +Kona Kampachi - with tom kha, tomatoes, and mushrooms +Washugyu Steak - with salsa de pasitas and la rioja potatoes (this also had a supplement charge) For dessert, it was a chef's choice (focusing on a seasonal fruit). Staff were friendly, and the interior is very simple, with wooden seating and decor. Located in the Kilohana Square, there's some parking available in the area. +friendly service +located at the Kilohana Square read more

This is a very special spot. It is tucked away in a quiet little corner and we are all so fortunate to have access to the food being carefully prepared here. The space is modern and achieves a lovely zen vibe between the thoughtful colors and light fixtures chosen for the space. The staff across the board was friendly, knowledgeable and kind. Clearly the chef owner made some thoughtful choices because the entire experience was literally perfect. They even had live music that was played at just the right level of volume and the playlist paired well with the entire dinner. Now. The Food! We started with the foie gras and shrimp. The challenge was that we wanted to eat both. How do you choose between bites when given such a yummy choice?! Very different flavors and each so incredible. After licking both dishes clean, literally, we moved onto our two pasta dishes. Omg. So good. We strategically made the decision to stop half way through the rigatoni with braised shortribs to ensure we could finish the pasta with lobster thinking that it would be best to pack the beef pasta for leftovers. But it was also a Sophie's Choice. ;--). Btw the lobster was not even the star of that dish. It was the zucchini squash and red peppers that packed so much flavor....I know. I was also surprised. I think the chef must have prepared the veggies separately because they had so much flavor and still had a really nice bite to them and he tossed them with the pasta and lobster meat with just the perfect level of sauce. It was not dry. It was not drowning in sauce. It was absolutely perfect. Chef Jason Kiyota was kind enough to come out and chat with us despite having just served many people with his delicious food. Chef Kiyota has created a magical place with food that will haunt you (in a good way!). read more

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Came here for Chef Jason's special BYOB dinner, Soirée à la Bistro: A Taste of France. The first seating was sold out and we were fortunate that Chef Jason decided to add a second seating due to popular demand. We were seated at the bar counter and I noticed that it's better seating for this sold out event because the tables were quite closed to each other and filled with diners. The dishes were all very tasty, plated nicely, and the portion was perfect for me. No left overs to deal with and not hungry for more food. Service was excellent. Wait staff were knowledgeable about the dishes and someone was always there to refill our wine glasses. The restaurant is small and intimate with modern decorations. The restaurant is in Kilohana Square and there were lots of parking in the back. Go give it a try. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Dining at Threadfin Bistro was an incredible experience. The small little restaurant only seats a couple of tables and a few people the bar but I honestly love that because it creates a very intimate setting and that's exactly what you want for a special occasion. We got seated at the bar and our server Allie was super sweet and walked us through each of our dishes. You can choose your first and second courses and my date and I chose one each so we could try more things. The menu rotates seasonally which just makes me want to visit every season so I can experience their innovative new dishes often. There's a lot of shared parking in the lot behind, and the entrance is only through the parking lot. read more

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The food was delicious, I definitely need to come back since the menu changes often. The dessert was so beautiful almost didn't eat it but glad I did. read more

Small little restaurant with so much to love. Always order the add-ons: Kona abalone is our all time favorite. Don't leave without ordering it. Monthly menu changes with a three course set menu at $68, unless there's a special event. My friend has been here a few times and has not yet been disappointed with the food. We were happy with what we ordered. Everything we had was so delicious! We're coming back! read more

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Food and service excellent - abalone escargot style, steak frites, short rib ragu pasta were all so mouth-watering; topped off evening with a variety of desserts including sorbets, chocolate and custard treats and with a couple of glasses of pinot and merlot, a wonderful dining experience. Greg and team took great care of our group. And live entertainment on the weekends, too! Great find in the former Mr. Ojisan location in Kapahulu - check it out! read more

This great little gem in Kapahulu was awesome! In regards to the food, every dish was an absolute hit. I began with the Salmon Pastrami, which was beautifully presented with a mix of flavors that worked well together. The trout caviar, roasted tomato salad, and pepitas added depth and texture, making it a delicious and indulgent starter. For the main course, I got the Day Boat Catch paired with wild mushroom risotto. The fish was tasty and cooked to perfection, while the risotto was rich and creamy, with just the right touch of earthy mushrooms and beets. My folks got the Washugyu Steak Diane which was another highlight--an incredibly tender cut of steak, enhanced by the porcini glace di viande and a side of smoky BBQ carrots that elevated the entire dish. The service was great and with a clean environment. The menu always changes and it keeps on impressing me. Will definitely be back soon read more

O.M.G. Who knew that this teeny tiny space held such deliciousness! I didn't. At least I didn't until EL showed me their special May 5th menu featuring cassoulet. I'm a sucker for cassoulet. And the BYOB made it doubly appealing! A scotch to begin. A white with the appetizer, salad, and fish, then EL brought a yummy Syrah to go with the cassoulet, and Madeira with dessert. Everything was expertly prepared, served at the right time and temperature, and delicious! The sauce nantua was so good, I could have taken a bath in it! And the red wine apple compote with crème fraiche... perfection! Service was excellent (except for that waiter who tried to steal my plate with 3 bites left on it)! read more

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Stumbled upon the restaurant on Maps while I was looking for dinner one night. I arrived to my placemat already set by the waitstaff and a friendly welcome. I chose the Hokkaido scallops paired with the Grüner (wine) for my first course - which were bright and full of flavor. For my second course I chose the Jidori chicken paired with a Pinot Noir - the chicken was perfectly cooked with a nice truffle and sweet potato accompaniment. I had a coffee between dinner and dessert, and ended the evening with a delicious fruit crumble. It was a little loud, but I believe that is no fault of the restaurant: just the intimate nature of the smaller dining space. Highly recommend! read more

Threadfin Bistro - Hokkaido Scallops - Served Cold - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We went back for another event - this one was a cocktail and plate pairing with EP Bar mixologists. Another incredible experience! The food was very different from their regular menu but still blew us away. I can't wait to go back! read more

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Food has been consistently amazing each time we've dined here! The crab curry noodles is a favorite of ours. This time I chose the set menu of mushroom tart amuse bouche, bitter greens salad with ricotta cheese, smoked duck breast and choice of dessert (crème brûlée). We dined on New Year's Eve and even though it was a busy night the servers were attentive. My compliments to chef Jason! read more

Fantastic dinner experience! The food was great, our server was kind and friendly. Delicious from start to finish and reasonably priced for the quality. read more

Threadfin Bistro - Kona Abalone Escargot. - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I wanted to like this place a lot more than I did. The price seems reasonable. $68 for a 3-course meal at what is esteemed to be high-end fine dining. This place has no problems getting customers. Its only open for dinner 3 days a week (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) and its difficult to get a reservation. Honolulu loves new things and Threadfin Bistro is definitely riding a wave catering to a segment of the demographic yearning for something new. However, it doesn't quite come together for three key reasons: 1. Food, while good, is not exceptional 2. Service, while decent, is not acceptable for a restaurant that this place is trying to be 3. Value - Sorry, it's just not there. I'd currently rate this place at 3.5 stars, but rounding up because I do appreciate the effort put in to open places such as this: An alternative to the large high end restaurants. The three included courses consist of a starter, and entree, and the dessert. Selection changes monthly. For June 2024, the starter was either a "Beet, Soy, Miso, Apple" Salad or a "Hokkaido Scallop Tartare". We got one of each. The salad was definitely a little larger, but not that big. The Scallop dish, as expected was very small. Both were good dishes. No real complaints. The entrees we got was the "Day Boat Catch - Olena Curry, Tatsoi, Garllic Confit" and the "Hudson Valley Duck Breast Blood Orage, Mushrooms" which came with an $8 extra charge. The fish was very small. Perhaps a 3oz portion, and was served with veggies, rice and a delicious curry sauce. The sauce really was amazing. I wanted more of that, and more rice to eat it with. The fish was good, but just didn't blow me away. It wasn't dry, but it wasn't perfectly moist either. Overall it was a good dish but not to the level of many other seafood places in town. The duck I didn't try but my other half didn't say much about it. I looked OK, but again the portion was very small. The dessert was NOT impressive at all. It was a take on a banana foster and just didn't live up to expectations. The pastry was chewy and hard. Taste and texture was not great. It was a definite let down for sure. And it was incredibly small. The small portions throughout the prefix menu mean if you're at all hungry you will need to order something else. In our case we got the Kona Abalone ($25) which really was good. It came with some of the olive bread you can otherwise pay $6 extra for. To figure out if this is a good deal, you need to think about what you would be happy to pay for each dish individually. In my mind the Beet Salad or Scallop dish would be $14 at the very most. The Fish was at most a $33 dish. The duck at most $38, and the desert I wouldn't pay $5 for but could see a restaurant charging a maximum of maybe $10. Add this all up you're at $57 for the fish set and $62 for the duck. I think if this place wants to survive long term, they will need to either deliver perfect food or create extra value. Perhaps have a simple salad, and included bread followed by the 3 course meal at the same price. Dessert is the diner's last impression of the restaurant so it had better be amazing and at least partially made to order rather than mass-assembled in the morning and taken out of the reefer as they sell. The service is not top notch. Water sporadically was refilled. Once the server filled the glasses, but only 1/4 way up, then another server came by right after and topped it off. I do not think any of the servers are experienced with fine dining. From the way they open wine bottles to how they describe the food, they lack the sophistication that aficionados of fine dining will expect. Between the main course and desert one server asked if we were waiting for the check. For such a small establishment, the lack of coordination between servers is rather striking. The seats are unbelievably uncomfortable. Hard wood with no cushions. One of the good things about this place is that it is BYOB with no corkage charge. Figure that's worth about $25 a bottle. Total with tip came out to $210. This was for two pre-fixe meals, with the Kona Abalone and the $8 Duck supplement. I spent that same amount two weeks ago at the new Mediterranean restaurant, Mara, and that was for 4 people. It also included several stunning dishes and we were all more full. You could also take that same money and eat at Roy's Waikiki (2 people) where I've never had anything less than stunning seafood. At Roy's you could likely get two entrees, and share an app and dessert. The shared plates will likely be the same size or larger than two of the minuscule dishes at Threadfin Bistro. Overall I'm glad we tried it. If a future menu looks amazing I might give it another shot. But I won't be rushing to go back or make an effort to look for their next menu. read more

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Very quite, small restaurant, dinner spot. Good for couples or a double date. Kind of minimalist inside, no art work, no plants Prefix fair for the evening allows sharing plates and being able to taste almost everything on the menu. We added a seaford pasta to share and round out our meal along with dessert and coffee. Their coffee is excellent by the way. Service was timely and there when you needed them. BYOB makes it a pretty reasonable evening out. read more

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Aloha, there's a newbie in Kapahulu in the former Mr. Ojisan space in Kilohana Square - Threadfin Bistro is from Kailua, Chef Jason still doing his magic in the kitchen. Very nice pre-fixe menu of 3 generous portions. Choice of start, entry and dessert. There are add ons like bread, abalone and chef specials, tonight of octopus in a tomato sauce. All so ono . The beet salad was the bomb with nice goat cheese. So yummy. It's the details that make this place special, from the tasty whipped butter, the layered goat cheese under the beets, the sauce with little crunchy veggies under the opakapaka and the blue cheese butter in the steak. The steak was perfectly cooked. Will definitely be back to try next months menu. Please come on down and support this great new restaurant. Enjoy! read more

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Great food, atmosphere and overall great place!! Make sure to BYOB (for now). Make reservations via email. Pre-fix three course meal with the ability to add on dishes to share. Menu changes every few weeks. read more

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A speakeasy for food! If you would like to eat at a hidden gem, an unassuming exterior with amazing food, this is your spot. My wife, son, and I ate here tonight and it was a unanimous win! Every dish was unique, flavorful, and oh so good! I am already planning to go back for a company dinner party, special family meal, and simple appetizers and wine. It is so good. That's all I can really say. Do yourself a favor and have a meal here with a friend, lover, or even a stranger. Chef Jason, our server Greg, and the whole staff were outstanding too! read more

The food was delicious and the service could not have been more professional: efficient but friendly. The space is simply furnished and minimally decorated, yet still warm and pleasant. Several wines offered by the glass, also cocktails are available. I would like to see them add a few mocktails and zero alcohol wine and/or beer. read more