Our bookclub met @ 1938 Indochine tonight. I want to say how accommodating they were to us. We did not have a reservation, but they were great and so nice to our group of 8. The Wait staff and bartender were attentive and checked on us often. We had delicious appetizers. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambience of this restaurant was quite lovely[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] ,and parking so convenient. Thank you Indochine for a great evening!! PS They had Veuve Cliquot by the glass....so impressed Happy Hour menu excellent read more

Mix up on our reservations when we got there, they said they had already seated our party, even though obviously they hadnt since we were standing right there. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Luckily they were pretty empty so there were a lot of open tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Waiter was prompt initially. Even suggested getting some orders in before HH was done in 5 min. But then after that he never checked back up. We kept having to flag him down to order drinks and then our food food after the HH food came out. Food menu is pretty small. But what they do have is tasty Drink menu is a lot larger. Though a bunch of liquors are heavily over priced. Fun to see they have a cigar menu. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tables and chairs were pretty comfy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]All in all a nice atmosphere unless someone orders the sizzling tataki platter. Then it gets smokey[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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This spot is perfect for a big group because you get to try a little bit of everything. Ordering family-style is hands down the best way to do it--we honestly wouldn't have it any other way. There were 8 of us and we nearly worked our way through the whole menu. For the dishes we knew would be a hit, we ordered doubles. The clear favorites at the table were the imperial rolls, crab cakes, mushroom curry, noodles, and the ribs. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe is warm and really fits the restaurant's name, with a cozy 1930s feel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]And bonus points from me for the comfortable seating--I'm always a fan of a place where you can actually relax and enjoy your meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall, this is definitely one to add to your must-try list. ENJOY!! read more

1938 Indochine - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Met for dinner at this restaurant. Food and drink are fine. Nothing too special about the service from my experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The outdoor area is also packed with folks smoking cigars which I didn't love.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And I just don't know...there is something very off-putting and insensitive about a restaurant whose branding is based on glorifying the French colonial era in Southeast Asia. It's not a place I would feel comfortable recommending or revisiting. read more

Food was good.Went to happy hour and prices were ok.Smoking cigars is aloud outside. They charge $7 if you bring your own cigar?? That was a big turn off! I will at smoke at row bar down the street or RM 38 instead. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They had a big party so we had to sit in the noise of ala moana road?[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] With tip we dropped $100 for two at Happy Hour. Service was very good. The Check came fast as well. We will return to check out more of the Menu. read more

This was my second time dining at 1938 Indochine, and it was just as enjoyable as my first! Making a reservation was quick and easy through their website. While this was only my second time here, I've been to their sister restaurant, Doraku, many times and would highly recommend it as well. I'm already looking forward to trying their others! Parking was a big plus this time around. During my first visit, I parked across the street at SALT Kaka'ako, but I recently discovered they have convenient parking right next door in the same building as the restaurant, that offers complimentary parking for up to four hours! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The lighting inside is dim and the seating is very comfortable, making it a great spot for a relaxed and cozy date night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The drink menu is extensive, with a wide variety of options. I ordered the lychee martini, which was refreshing and well-balanced. My boyfriend went with the Larceny Barrel Proof double pour, and it definitely lived up to its reputation. For food, we shared the oyster shooters, caramelized pork ribs, Krazy fried rice, and the cast iron beef tataki. Everything was flavorful, well-prepared, and perfect for sharing. Our server was friendly and attentive throughout the night. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant felt a little quiet for a Friday night, but overall, the food and service were excellent.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'd definitely come back again. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]From the moment you step inside, 1938 Indochine delivers serious ambiance: vintage French-Colonial décor, exotic touches, and an atmosphere that feels more "destination night out" than casual dinner.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Iw as there in a private event. So the menu was limited. The menu is an inventive mix of Southeast Asian-inspired street food flair--Vietnamese, Thai, Laotian influences--with upscale presentation and elevated ingredients. In short words, large prices, small servings. :) The bar is sub standard. I asked for three different whiskeys before I just asked what do you have back there. The best [art is the outdoor cigar bar. read more

1938 Indochine - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I came here for a girls night. The food was good and we shared three plates. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is super cute and feels clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered the steak, hamachi, and mushroom curry. They were lovely. The portions were enough to share, but not a ton of food. The server gave us a bunch of options for gluten free, which was very helpful. The sauces were on the side for the other gals to enjoy. Service was slow. He was very nice and probably understaffed, but 30 minutes to get two cocktails and a glass of wine was really too long fora mid week night. We also had a billing issue that took far too long to resolve. In two hours, we each had two drinks and one round of food. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place was amazing and fun for our group to go hang out and try so many different dishes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would say next time I would not do the whole fish that cost $100!!! or the frog legs that tasted a little chewy. But everything else was hands-down amazing. read more

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I think we caught them on an off night. There was an event going on inside and they were seating guests outside, which was fine with us. The menu is a lot of shareable bites and with three of us there were ordered the Ahi Poke ($15), Cast Iron Beef Tataki ($23), and Imperial Roll ($16). Our server had made some suggestions and ended up bringing rice the the table accidentally, which we decided to keep- we didn't want it to go to waste and knew we'd be able to eat it (Krazy Fried Rice $12). It took a bit for our server to bring us water and we were more sensitive to this because we had just finished working an event and were sorely in need of water. They ended up bringing a couple bottles and we immediately started hydrating. I think the Imperial Roll was the favorite, crunchy and flavorful. I enjoyed the poke but a few of us thought it was a bit salty, and thinking back it probably would have gone better with white rice than the wonton chips to tone down the salt level. I love poke, so I ended up eating most of it. The fried rice was ok to me, but one of my coworkers seemed to really enjoy it. It's wok tossed was a little crunchy with pork belly, veggies, garlic and egg. The Cast Iron Beef Tataki came out last, I think it's supposed to be a table side thing, because the person who brought it out had it going from sizzling to smoking and I got hit in the face with all the smoke. It was good, but the veggies with it seemed to outshine the meat in my opinion. I really like the tomatoes and mushrooms that came with it. Overall I'd probably try it again if friends wanted to go, but not if they're hosting a private event at the same time. I think the staff may have been overwhelmed or understaffed. read more

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So I've been here! So I've done that! Then! Why have I not written a review? Truth is... it was a gawd awful oversight on my part. Let me make it up to 1938 Indochine ! Located at Salt in Kakaako on the corner of Ala Moana Blvd and Keawe Street is 1938 Indochine. Parking available in the Salt Kakaako parking structure OR, valet available if you prefer. You could Uber/Lyft or take The Bus which is just as easy (and probably safer if you imbibe in adult beverages) as driving yourself. Indoor and outdoor patio seating available. Happy Hour pricing on food and beverage available only on Monday through Thursday weekly. Sizable bar considering... seats about 12 if I counted correct. Food decent; appetizer style and my picks? Pork Bao and Fried Chicken Wings. The second floor has artifacts and memorabilia of the Indo area before, during and after the War. A little bit of trivia: Owned by The Aoki Group and run/operated by Kevin Aoki (son of Aoki Pioneer of Benihana) Go there! Worth the venture. read more

Service...5 star. Our waitress was sweet and helpful. Think she was little bit hapai but still hustled. They had one of the whiskey and cigar events going on. Valet was full, so we had to find off site parking. Normally if I was attending, I would have no issues with an event like this, but this night was with the hubs and baby. Having to walk through the cigar smoke with baby was not expected or really acceptable. And it's not just a quick pass. The openings were all blocked off by tables, so we had to walk from the garage to the front door...if there is another entrance, I don't know about it. Think there should be a warning for diners b/c we would have just gone another night had we known ahead of time. Food was pretty good... - Krazy Rice - so much flavor in that. Love it. - Bone Marrow - tasty but scrawniest cow ever. Most cows, there isn't enough bread...this time, baby got to eat half of it since no marrow left. And it was only a total of 3 (larger) pieces of bread. - Crab lumpia - lacked flavor. - Bok Choy - best dish. Not sure what they do but it's still so crisp. Drop in hot oil? Would love to be able to make it like that at home. - Whole fish - we had the onaga. Cooked well. Tasty. Overall, pretty good meal. But walking in with a cigar taste...then walking out with a cigar smell, and the last thing imprinted in my mind when I left. I suggest going but make sure to ask if they are having an event since that information is not volunteered...at least not yet? read more

Located in Kakaako right across the street from the SALT block, 1938 Indochine is a spacious restaurant serving a variety of food and drinks. There is parking in the structure right next to the restaurant. The parking was free when we went in and there were a good amount of open spots. There did not seem to be a ton of spots but our timing seemed to work out. The restaurant inside is nice with lighting that is a little dim. There are a good amount of tables to be sitting at, a number of the tables were booths that felt pretty private. There is dark wood and a sort of boho feeling so it feels a bit fancy but in a more relaxed way. We ordered the Krazy Fried Rice, Malaysian Fried Chicken Wings, and Crab Lumpia. Everything came out pretty quickly. The portions were a bit on the smaller side but not bad. The fried rice was quite good with a strong garlic flavor that we enjoyed. The fried chicken was pretty good, just did not feel like there was much meat. The crab lumpia was yummy and flavorful, especially with the sauce. We also got the lychee martini and lychee spritzer. The drinks were pretty good. Everything was a bit on the pricey side, as it was not happy hour. Next time, we'll try to go during their happy hour. read more

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It's been a while since I've been here. But Janey and I went to the Night Market. We walked around, and around...lots of people...like SPAM Jam lots of people...and dogs! The food booths were crowded...and the lines... Me: One, I'm not gonna wait in that line, and two, I'm not sitting on a curb to eat in this heat! She: What do you want to do? Me: Follow me! I dragged her here and we are so glad I did! The friendly hostess asked if we had a reservation, but was able to accommodate since we didn't have one. I can't remember our server's name but he was great! We started with Lycee martinis. Janey said they tasted different, and I honestly can't remember what they tasted like, but these were delicious! The menu has changed a bit. They still have the Krazy friend rice, but the presentation didn't have the sliced cucumbers like before. We also ordered the sweet chili chicken which were nice and crispy. We ordered the pork belly baos which were good, but I would've liked a little more hoisin sauce to dip them in. We did miss the pan fried squid from the past, but overall very nice meal. The vibe is still laid back and comfortable, and I'm so sorry that it's been too long between visits! I'll be back to explore the menu more. Mahalo 1938! read more

A-okay. Dessert, YES! Service, excellent. Ambiance, loved it. Food, not quite on par. Would I return? Probably not...unless I came specifically for the desserts! We ordered the banana lumpia and calamansi tart. I can confidently say this was some of the best banana lumpia I have ever had. Also, the ice cream and salted caramel sauce is on point. The calamansi tart was also super delicious. If I could rewind time I would probably skip the food and order every one of their desserts. Food - we were informed the food is family style, so I was expecting fairly large portions. If a family of three came in and were happy with one piece of each entree that would be fine. I'm no big back (maybe I am? lol) but I think three pieces of lumpia, three small bao's, and three chicken wings is a stretch to say it's family style. Anywho, I felt the portions were relatively small. We also ordered the steamed cod, fried rice, and a number of other dishes, but felt the flavors fell short. Dipping sauces and accompanying garnishes were reminiscent of packaged variety (sweet chili sauce, jarred pickled carrot and radish), though we did really enjoy the peanut dipping sauce that came with the chicken satay. I also ordered the spicy noodles as it was recommended by the server, but it reminded me of spicy instant noodles. I was pretty disappointed on this one...I love instant noodles (no hate) but it wasn't what I was expecting in terms of quality for this type of restaurant. The parking is easy. There are reserved stalls in the attached garage. There were also guys smoking cigars in the outdoor seating area. I am not a fan of cigar smoke but didn't bother me much, and they were pretty respectful to stop smoking when we walked by. read more

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Loved the cute and unique decor and comfy booths and the clean and beautiful restroom-just sitting in the booth made us giddy! Dinner date with my daughter- The steamed fish was delish with jasmine rice- the beef was also tasty with the fried rice and eggplant - banana lumpia was as good as every yelper says-portions are small but I would come again for the ambiance and its dog friendly! read more

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Great restaurant and amazing foods. Had a cigar with the owner and what a remarkable guy. Got to sample a little bit of everything with our group of 8. The banana lumpia was amazing. Save room for it. read more

The food and drinks are out of this world. So many interesting flavors mixed and worked together flawlessly. While on a trip my friend suggested we dine at Indochine. Parking was easy in the covered parking lot. We had reservations and were seated right away. There was a cigar event when we arrived and some folks were sitting outside smoking cigars. That was interesting. The restaurant inside is really nicely decorated. The food and drinks were so good that I returned before heading back to the mainland- this time I dined alone and still just as delicious. The green papaya salad is a must try ! read more

I don't know why I haven't tried Indochine sooner. The restaurant is so cute and the food was also very good!! I will just say a few dishes were a bit heavy handed with the salt, but all in all a very pleasant experience. Everything is ala carte and we had a party of 6 so the server suggested ordering several dishes to share. We ended up getting the fried rice, noodles, curry, steak, egg drop soup, and fried eggplant. The eggplant was my favorite of the night and I'd go back just for that. read more

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I popped over after my shift near by and was very very happy to discover this place. Ben at the bar and server Micah were very friendly and helpful with everything we needed. The steak and mushroom dish were amazing as well as the crazy fried rice. Excellent wine selection and whiskey. I love the decor, very fun and amusing. read more

Dining at 1938 Indochine feels like stepping into another world, it's steamy, mysterious, and charged with the sense of adventure. The atmosphere alone sets the stage, and with a glass of their signature whiskey (or whisky if one prefers) in hand, you can almost imagine setting off on a journey the moment you leave your table. Located on the ground-level of a sparkling new building on the corner of Keawe Street and Ala Moana Boulevard, 1938 Indochine comes from the Aoki Group, which comes from restaurateur Kevin Aoki who owns concepts as varied as Teppanyaki Grills to Sushi Restaurants throughout the United States with a majority of concepts based in Hawaii. 1938 Indochine was dedicated to honor Kevin's father, Rocky Aoki who was the founder of Benihana and was considered a pioneer of Asian cuisine. The year 1938 also represents a pivotal time in history in Southeast Asia when the French colonized a majority of countries including Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia, and referred to this territory as Indochine. Against this evocative backdrop, 1938 Indochine pairs its cuisine with an atmosphere designed to transport. A massive marble bar and communal table anchor the space, while cushioned banquettes and rich red silk curtains draped from the second-floor balcony create a sultry elegance, upstairs, guests can even enjoy a fine cigar to complete the experience. What brought me here was a dear friend who suggested we try this place for Happy Hour, of which was not in place on the Friday evening that we visited, but we still managed to enjoy a few dishes and drinks as the sun began to set on our Hawaiian week. In addition to a list of beverages of craft cocktails, wine, beer and sake, 1938 Indochine carries their owner's own collection of American Whiskey and Scotch Whisky, in addition to other liqueurs. They also have a food menu consisting of their Signature Dishes, Vegetables, Poultry, Seafood, Satay, Beef & Pork, Soup & Sides and Le Sweets. Only two of their dishes were over twenty dollars, so much of the menu at 1938 Indochine can be considered quite reasonably priced. We ordered two food items from their menu, Malaysian Fried Chicken Wings, which were crusted five spice chicken wings finished with vinegar and chili; and their Pork Belly Bao Buns, which were three steamed buns filled with braised, roasted & fried crispy pork belly served with atchara and roasted shallot mayo. To pair with our brief yet surprisingly filling meal, I ordered their Momotaro Spritz cocktail which featured Aoki sake, strawberry, basil, crème de pêche and lime, while my dining friend ordered a glass of their Quilt red wine which was a Cabernet Sauvignon from the Napa Valley. As we sipped on our drinks our two dishes came out alongside them and the real surprise were the Chicken Wings, which were actually traditional wing size chicken wings of which I have been rarely served at a restaurant. When paired with their sweet dipping sauce, it was the perfect combination, especially when sipping on a nice libation, which the team at 1938 Indochine definitely knows how to create. Our total bill was $64.92 which was more than reasonable considering when my dining mate ordered a second pour of their red wine, no charge was included. Talk about service with that special boost. Food that is unique yet somewhat familiar thanks to the abundance of fresh and flavorful preparation techniques are my takeaway from dining at 1938 Indochine. I can't wait to return to try more of their dishes including their Cast Iron Beef Tataki and Wagyu Bone Marrow, both of which sounded delectable. With its gorgeous ambiance and creative cuisine, 1938 Indochine makes being transported feel more authentic than ever. read more

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Came for happy hour and we left more than happy! A beautiful restaurant with various styles of seating. The cool marble bar was comfortable and gives you a nice view of all the happenings! We loved the Fried Oyster Mushrooms, actually ordered a second. Lemongrass fries were top quality spuds and super generous. Black Bean Eggplant, delicious as was the Krazy Fried Noodles. This place should be busier as it delicious and affordable in a sexy setting! read more

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This is one of those spots on Oahu that deserves A LOT more attention, but you also don't want it to get too popular so it can always be your best kept secret. First off, the ambiance is like no other. You get transported to another world when you enter and walk past the bar. It's dark and intimate, perfect for date night while also being aesthetically pleasing for a get-together with church friends (like us). Basically, instagram ready for any occasion! We came here on a weeknight, so service was great; we were able to spend some time talking to our server and that is a plus in my book. Any server who gives us their time can really enhance the experience. I noticed there's actually two levels so I'm guessing this place can get pretty busy on weekends, but who knows, I can only speak of what I know. The food: SOOOO GOOD, like unbelievable good. After our first bite my husband and I knew we had to come back to conquer the menu. My husband got the cast iron beef tataki (hotplate) and it tasted as good or even better than the fanfare it was presented with. Our friends got the imperial roll, crab cake, and pork belly. Highly recommend coming here with friends so you can taste a little bit of everything LOL I had the crab lumpia and Krazy fried noodles with porkbelly and I wish we ate more appetizers so I could eat half and go home with leftovers. Seriously, 10/10 recommend for anyone, anytime, and any reason. read more

1938 Indochine - Crab Lumpia - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Service started out strong but then server became bartender and it was hard to get serving spoons or anything else fr there. The food was flavorful, favorites were egg plant, fries, whole fish. There was a chicken dish that was super popular with the kids but they ran out after the first plate so we couldn't order any more. read more

Love, love, love! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I adore the decor of this place, meant to resemble the old world of Vietnam and Cambodia during the era of French colonial times. It is beautiful inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food is exquisite and the cocktails are fantastic. We love going for happy hour, and the menu is terrific. We pigged out on the tempura oysters, the beef and chicken skewers, and the outrageously perfect hamachi crudo. I very much enjoyed the lychee martini and my husband loved the ginger old-fashioned. Highly recommend!! read more

Pretty good! Food was okay - didn't seem really temperature hot so that was kind of a bummer. I love the taste of lemongrass and was a little disappointed with the fries and beef skewers since I couldn't really taste any lemongrass - I did love the texture of the fries. The best thing was probably the noodles! Good flavor and a little bit of spice. Side note: we sat outside because we had our dog and had to fight the flies throughout the whole meal lol read more

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Wow wow wow. This is the PERFECT place for a date night. My family and I switched plans and decided to come in for a quick dinner before they flew out on Wednesday evening. (4 adults 2 kids) there was no wait, we were sat immediately. The staff was quick and nice, the atmosphere was so so cool. So many details went into this space. We ordered a variety of dishes and everything was delicious and felt like it was prepared with intention. T My only very very small complaint is that the bokchoy was a little undercooked, but maybe it was intended that way! Everything else was this perfect in every way. I cannot wait to come back read more

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Paws & Pinots at Indochine is so much fun! This special patio event features local pet vendors, welcomes pets, and offers half-off glasses of wine--you can't get any better than that! The atmosphere is fantastic--you can feel everyone's good spirits as pets make friends and the wine flows. Their patio is beautifully set up with plenty of tables, and the service is quick and friendly. The food is also delicious! I ordered appetizers for the table, and my favorites were the Krazy Fried Rice, Lemongrass Fries, and Malaysian Fried Chicken Wings. I would definitely come back and bring my friends so they can enjoy it as much as I did! read more

1938 Indochine - Dog - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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The world food tour duo reunited at 1938 Indochine after spending Christmas and New Year at opposite ends of the world ... Japan and the Caribbean. It has been almost three years since we dined here; we wondered about changes. The décor remains unchanged (good); there have been changes to the menu. First off, what happened to the valet? I ended up self-parking in one of the last two stalls in the lot. Those are the best stalls in the building as no one can park next to you. Zack was our server, and I ordered a bottle of Belle Glos Las Alturas, a steal at $68. Alas, they didn't have any, so I asked for a Trefethen Merlot. Uh, no dice. (Shades of Piero's in Las Vegas where it took four tries to select a bottle.) We ended up with a 2020 Twomey Pinot Noir ($130). It was deep purple with earthiness and quite a bit of red fruit. Meanwhile, we placed orders for one Oyster Shooter (for me, $7), Green Papaya Mango Salad ($18), Krazy Fried Noodles with Pork Belly ($18), Cast Iron Beef Tataki ($25), Black Bean Eggplant ($17), and Malaysian Chicken Wings ($18). If this sounds like a lot of food for two seniors, it was. The Green Papaya Mango salad was a visual treat, with julienned red onion and bell peppers, edamame, and halved cherry tomatoes. I didn't taste any mango, but I liked the dish. The oyster shooter was good; I remember when it came as part of a trio of shooters ... I suppose the oyster variant proved to be the most popular. Zack brought three sauces for the beef but the next dish to arrive was the Malaysian Fried Chicken Wings. These were great! The large wings were coated with five spice and served with a spiced vinegar and chili sauce. I didn't need any sauce; the wings were delicious! The beef came in a smoking, sizzling platter. Slices of Washugyu beef were laid atop garlic and shiitake mushrooms seared in soy and truffle oil with a few tomato halves. Visually, not the most appealing dish but the beef was tender. I thought the mushrooms were the star of the dish. The Krazy Fried Noodles arrived but looked incomplete. The chef forgot to put the diced pork belly atop the noodles. This was the least successful dish for us as it was somewhat dry. If the soft boiled egg halves were less done, the yolk would have added silkiness to the dish. We wondered if the Krazy Fried Rice (which we've had previously) would have been better. My favorite dish was the Black Bean Eggplant. Strips of quartered Japanese eggplant were fried with red onion, ginger, garlic in a sweet soy sauce, topped with chopped green onions. It was rich and unctuous ... A winner! What did we think? Alas, the upstairs dining area remains closed and there wasn't any live music. The prerecorded music was pretty loud and (IMO) didn't match the theme of the restaurant. I love the décor; the food was fine, and we're glad we were seated in a booth because the table was just large enough to hold all of the dishes we ordered. Recommended: 4.25. read more

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First timer - loved it!!! Everything we ordered was great! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great service an ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will definitely be back!! read more

1938 Indochine - Crab pasta - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Located in Salt in Kakaako, this fusion restaurant has one of the best ambiences of any upper tier restaurant on Oahu. Walking in, there is potential sensory overload as it's overwhelmingly pleasing aesthetically. The food matches the ambiance as there is plenty to choose from and the bar is full service and staffed with skilled tenders. 1938 Indochine has never been a bad choice and confident you will have the same experience! read more

1938 Indochine - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

- I used to like this restaurant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They added a cigar menu and allowed cigar and cigarette smoking at outdoor tables. But the restaurant door remains open during business hours. So we could smell the cigar and cigarette smoke all the way in the back of the restaurant where we were seated.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]After we finished the meal, my clothes also smelled like cigarette smoke.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is like a restaurant with a smoking and a non-smoking sections, but the non-smoking session can still smell all the smoke.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]For this reason, I don't think the restaurant is for non-smokers or folks who don't like to smell the cigarette smoke while they are dining.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] + Food is good. Asian fusion. + Service is attentive. + [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambience is good. Trendy with a lounge feel[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. + Prices are comparable to other similar modern restaurants. Our bill for dinner came to $90 per person including tips. Our order included one alcoholic drink only, 2 non-alcoholic drinks, 7 dishes to share family style, and 1 chocolate fireball dessert to share, for a party of 4 adults. read more

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Food was too expensive for the size of servings and quality. Service was good but not exceptional. Interior seating could usēre comfortsble chairs. read more

first time at indochine and it didn't disappoint! I went to the paws and pinot event which was dog friendly. Its only held once a month on thursday nights from 6pm. I think the catch was that you need to sign up for their rewards program to get the 50% discounts on their wine selections if you're planning on drinking. you also need 2 or more dogs to get the chicken and pupsicle. They even had this little selfie booth that night too. It was such a fun and well thought out event! I really liked how they incorporated pet businesses and allowed them to vend for free! We went to support our friends stacie from stacie leis and charms and debbie from dash raw pets. i actually had reservations prior to finding out they will be there, so this was a bonus for sure! We had a fairly large table outside next to the vendor booths - it was a nice outdoor patio that was really spacious. some of the booths just had like wine jugs (?) as tables and luckily we didn't get that cause we ordered a lot of food! We tried a little bit of everything - i think my favorites was the bao buns, hamachi, and the sizzling steak. I also love that they're dog friendly! Im sure the interior is beautiful, but we didn't get to see it! Hopefully we can make it to another one because it was so fun! but its probably cause the company was good too :) some pro tips - - parking is valet only ($7) in the building or you can opt to park on the street. - We came 1/2 hour early prior to the event to catch the happy hour promos. read more

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Slow Monday evening we ordered only a few things and it was great. Imperial Rolls sooo good 10|10 Staff was so nice and friendly. Another great spot for cocktails date or friends & good foods. We enjoyed alot. Thank you. read more

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My honey and I came here for date night upon recommendation of a patient. We had previously visited pre-COVID when they first opened and were still working out the kinks. We were pleasantly surprised with the tasty cocktails and fast service. We had the garlic noodles, spicy eggplant, crab lumpia, and lechon, for dinner, which were all fabulous. Every dish coming out of the kitchen smelled great and we had a hard time picking from their diverse south East Asian options. Next time, we will definitely save room for dessert! We opted for the spacious indoor seating for the busy dinner hour on a Friday night. We also learned they have a cigar bar, which could be enjoyed in their outside dining area. The restaurant was a great spot for a date night and for big groups as well! read more

1938 Indochine - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]A very interesting restaurant with a great interior.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Drinks were excellent and the food was solid.

Even though there are brand new restaurants in Honolulu we oftentimes bring them here because of great food and service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance and vibe are also great[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. We stumbled in during Happy Hour once and the prices for both food and drinks were great. Highly recommend. read more

Review for Indochine 1938 Outstanding food and service undermined by unacceptable cigar smoke exposure. We've dined here 10-12 times over the years (including during COVID) and have always had wonderful experiences--until this visit. First, a high five to the chef, kitchen, servers, and bussers. The food was excellent, our server's recommendations were spot on, and the team is clearly working hard under pressure. Even the manager and host, though overwhelmed, were trying to accommodate. [[HIGHLIGHT]]However, the cigar smoke situation is unacceptable in a dining environment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were offered outdoor seating and immediately encountered active cigar smoking. While it may be noted somewhere on the menu, it is not clearly communicated or reasonably expected, especially for returning guests who have never experienced this here before.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Even inside, the layout allows smoke to drift into the dining area. By the end of the evening--and into the next morning--I experienced significant allergy symptoms directly tied to that exposure.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]As we were leaving, other guests were asking where the smoke was coming from--only to see people actively smoking right at the entrance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This is where ownership needs to step in. [[HIGHLIGHT]]For a public-facing restaurant, this raises concerns about guest safety, basic dining standards, and potential compliance with local smoking ordinances. At minimum, there needs to be clear separation, ventilation, and enforcement--especially at the entrance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]People can absolutely make their own choices--but guests also deserve to clearly know what they're walking into. If there is going to be active cigar or cigarette smoke as part of the environment, that should be clearly disclosed upfront, not discovered after being seated.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]For those with allergies, asthma, or sensitivities to smoke--this may not be the right environment, and that's important to know ahead of time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Bottom line: Your staff and kitchen are doing everything right--but they are being undermined by an avoidable environmental issue. We would return--but only if this is addressed. read more

We wanted to try something a little different and this place didn't disappoint! They have valet parking but there's street parking nearby if you prefer to self park. The staff was friendly and checked in regularly with us. They're family style so you can try a lot of dishes. It's hard to pick a favorite dish. The pork ribs were so tender, the krazy rice was so good, loved the combination of ingredients for the shaking beef, and the pork baos were so flavorful. I would recommend them all! The only dish I didn't care for was the mushroom soup. It was really salty and the naan wasn't enough to counter that. read more

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