Food was great. However one thing to consider is that the portions are on the small side. I'd…read moreconsider this place more of a small plate, heavy appetizer restaurant. Service was really good, and the cocktails were tasty. Pricey but well worth it.

Little Plum offers a lively yet elegant ambiance over deliciously unique local Asian comfort food…read more Their Spicy Miso Eggplant was full of umami and flavor, and their Mushroom Jook was like nothing I've ever had before (and the shoyu egg on top was AMAZING). The Kalbi Shortrib Bao had melt-in-your-mouth shortrib with tangy kimchee inside, which made for the perfect little bite. My favorite was the Crispy Pork Belly, which was probably the best pork belly I've ever had in a long time. Vibe: The restaurant has many tables, perfect for get-togethers with family and friends or other celebrations. You can see the chefs cooking from most seating in the restaurant, which added a nice touch to the dining experience. The servers are all very attentive and friendly. Parking: Mānoa Marketplace offers lots of free parking in their large parking lot, although it does tend to get crowded during lunch.

This place was amazing, a true hidden gem! the food was absolutely amazing. we did the eight course…read moretasting menu and for what we paid it was a steal. the chef was great at explaining all the dishes and service was top notch. i didn't expect much when i walked into the restaurant but after the first course, my opinion changed quickly! loved it, thank you!

i thought XO restaurant was interesting lol one of the…read moreservers was lit the other mumbled and couldn't quite hear what they were saying, me n wifey treated this like a michelin rated spot and chatted about every dish. our favorite was the beets. I think that for the price and everything its a solid deal, some good wine too... just on some real picky constructive critique shit i think they can keep evolving as chefs, the presentation is pretty much there, flavors r good, but something about it felt like certain dishes were a bit overcooked or elements could have been more perfected, it was close to super impressive , it kinda felt like you went to your big back friends house and they tried making fancy snacks for everyone in the kitchen, which isn't a bad thing, it was homey, haha but yea ,,, yall will figure it out , and we would come back again for sure, keep perfecting the craft , it was a good time !!!

We came to the restaurant hours, got there at 6:45pm. We stuck with the smaller dishes and got 5 of…read morethe "appetizers size" orders. 100/10. Food was extremely light and clean! Affordable! Shareable! We got the margarita De tamarindo and The Dragon drink. Amazing. Maddie was soo sweet and had such great service!! and the business partner was so helpful in the sense of explaining the dish and being interactive. We will be coming back!

I go here on occasions. I've made to brunch a couple times but typically I make it to the…read moreevenings. The restaurant hours are relatively calm, but switches gears when it becomes a nightclub. Restaurant-wise, I believe the menu had a recent change-up to further explore fusion possibilities. I've been going down the list and the dishes have been pretty good so far; I haven't made it to the taco raisu yet, but I do need me some desserts. The picarones is like a peruvian andagi, which was pretty cool. The miso cream brûlée was from the prior menu, but also a Yes. The bar is knowledgeable and innovative their mixology- I've had the shizuku garden and that was amazing.

i have no words. this restaurant surpassed all my expectations!!! service was fantastic!! everyone…read morewho came by was kind and attentive and ensured we had a great experience. food was equally phenomenal :) if you're ever in waikiki make sure to give this place a try as it was a great way to spend my birthday.

Three of us ate at Roy's on Friday night May 29, 2026. The waiter took drink orders and he seemed…read morelike a little distracted. Came by with the wrong drink. He apologized and ran off and then brought my friend's mai tai. Dinner was very good. The Cesar salad with bacon was excellent, crispy baby romaine . My husband and I shared the 4 fish tasting. Was very good. We preordered the pineapple upside down cake. The presentation was not as good as the Roy's Eating House at the International Market place. This one looked like it 'fell' . Coffee: we all ordered decaf coffee and it was Luke warm. Waiter apologized and brought 3 more cups, it still was not hot enough. We offered to have regular, thinking that maybe that would be hotter. Waiter said that there must be something wrong with the machine, because the coffee he brought was just out of the machine. Still not hot. We will probably go back because the food is good. Hope they fix the coffee machine.

Hooonanea ...very tasty…read more Golden pau hana also very tasty, esp if you like lemon. Very mello flavor. Service has always been great Very chill atmosphere, especially during the lunch time. Easy to enjoy your time off in the restaurant Although not the cheapest, definitely you get what you pay for. Will be back.

We visited on a Saturday evening and were quoted a 15-25 minute wait without a reservation. What…read moresurprised me was that when we were eventually seated, the restaurant wasn't even half full. I'm sure there are factors behind the scenes that guests don't see, but it was a bit confusing from a customer perspective. Thankfully, our server more than made up for the rocky start. She was friendly, attentive, and offered great recommendations throughout the evening. We started with the BBQ ribs, which were very tender and flavorful, though slightly sweeter than my personal preference. For our entrees, we ordered three fish dishes, a burger, and some sushi. When we asked our server for her favorite fish, she recommended the Kampachi, so we ordered it prepared three different ways--grilled, sautéed, and steamed. About 15 minutes later, she returned to apologize and let us know they only had enough Kampachi for two orders. It was a little surprising to hear a featured protein was nearly sold out so early in the evening, especially at a restaurant in this price range. We adjusted our order and selected a different fish for my sister. Overall, the food was good and well-prepared, although a bit pricey in my opinion. The experience was somewhat of a mixed bag--from the initial wait and limited fish availability to excellent service and enjoyable food. In the end, the company, conversation, and outstanding service outweighed the negatives. We made sure to thank our server and left her a well-deserved 20% tip. As always, this review reflects my personal experience on a specific day and time. While there are plenty of other restaurants I'd still like to try, I wouldn't rule out returning in the future.

Took our friend here for her birthday and what a hidden gem this place was. Tucked away in the…read moreheart of Kaimuki, Carte Blanche was definitely a delightful surprise! When our party first walked in, we were a tiny bit skeptical because of the empty room (which was beautifully decorated). However as each course came out, we were blown away and didn't know how the restaurant was not way busier for a Saturday night! Each dish/course was well thought out and prepared to perfection. We were all taken by surprise in a great way. The head chef Anthony was very passionate and excited about his work and that was very refreshing! Overall a wonderful experience and we will be back!

If you're looking for Kaimuki's most romantic date night spot, look no further than Carte Blanche…read more We recently experienced their summer prix fixe menu (which changes twice a year), and it was one of those meals you remember long after the plates are cleared. The progression of dishes felt thoughtful and creative-- * Crispy Salt & Vinegar Chicken Skin (the perfect starter crunch) * Soupe de Poisson (deep, comforting flavors) * Pina Colada Granita (a refreshing palate cleanser) * Pan Seared Scallops (my personal favorite--perfectly caramelized and tender) * Double Cut Rack of Lamb (succulent and cooked to perfection) * Lemon Crème Brûlée Tart (a sweet, bright finish) Every plate was elegant, well-executed, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere strikes a balance between sophisticated and welcoming. Dim lighting, intimate tables, and quiet elegance make you feel like you've stepped into a hidden gem in the middle of Kaimuki. Honestly, I felt like a celebrity dining here. Service was polished but never pretentious--our server was attentive, knowledgeable about the courses, and kept the pacing of the meal just right. For the level of creativity and execution, Carte Blanche feels like an affordable luxury in Honolulu's dining scene. Perfect for anniversaries, date nights, or anytime you want an elevated experience without flying to the mainland. Highly recommend booking a reservation--you'll want to savor every moment here.

Beautiful food, prix fixe menu that delivers texture, creativity and luscious flavor…read more Unexpected gem in a cute Honolulu neighborhood.

Been to Miro twice. I'm moving off island and it's the only place I want to visit again before I…read moreleave. The service was flawless, the food was the best i've ever had, and the drinks were stellar. Restaurant ambience is a little weird. I prefer the bar to the tables. But who cares - everything else is incredible. I'm booked in for this Wednesday and I can't explain how excited I am.

I WISH I COULD GIVE MORE STARS!!!! WORTH THE PRICE! FOOD AND SERVICE IS OUT OF THIS WORLD!!!…read more Okay seriously, I've been to a ton of expensive high end restaurants and none have impressed me like this Morimoto's. When I tell you everything that came out was amazing.... Holy moly it was SO TASTY. EVERYTHING! I was even impressed with the fried rice with how much they served and how much was in it. I personally loved the fish carpaccio, rib eye, hamachi kama, wok vegetables and malasadas for dessert. The orange chicken was my least favorite but it was still good. Oh and the STICKY RIBS...... you HAVE to get them. So crispy yet tender.... I loved how everything we had bursted in my mouth with flavor and was something I couldn't make to that level at home. Service was amazing like any other fine dining restaurant, but for the first time, I felt like this one was worth the money for how good the food was. I will definitely be back!

My bad review is entirely based on how terrible the food was. For context, we ordered Tonkatsu…read moreramen and Tsukemen dipping ramen. Ramen, according to the server, was the most popular thing on the menu, so how likely could it get messed up? Tonkatsu: Rich, but lacked any salt or had very little. We requested some salt and that instantly made the ramen better. The noodles had enough salt to carry it, but the broth was not great. It tasted like the broth was watered down or reconstituted, however no seasoning was added to re-adjust the broth. Broth: Had little salt and lacked punch, umami, and was brown instead of white. Noodles: Had enough salt to taste good, but was slightly overcooked Pork: Extremely bland. Tasted like zero salt was added during cooking. Toppings: Greatly lacking in toppings Tsukemen: The Tsukemen had a lot of the same issues. Now being a dipping ramen, the broth should be even richer and more flavorful than any normal ramen. Tsukemen -- no matter where you have it in Japan, should be richer and saltier than most broths, but the broth here was severely lacking. For $26 a bowl this was worse than your DIY frozen ramen packs. Now I'm not asking for Japan-level of ramen mastery here, this is after all, just a tourist spot -- but if your Tonkatsu is the best selling item, you have to step it up. Our server did mention that some people complained about the amount of salt in ramen, so they adjusted it. But dare I say, instead of diluting the normal salt/seasoning amount for everyone, couldn't you just add a separate, flavor-light version for people inexperienced with ramen, instead of diluting the original for everyone else? If you're reading this Mr. Morimoto, I would highly encourage you to fly here and order the ramen. I think you and I would share the same opinions. P.S. I've also been to your other Morimoto spots and it was not this bad.