My wife and I took our younger son (10) to this place for a lunch as our older son was doing homework at our hotel. I have to say THIS RESTAURANT HAS BEEN THE HIGHLIGHT OF OUR STAY SO FAR! Here is why: * Ambiance: The place is small and cozy but VERY CLEAN and very inviting. It smelled nice and the temperature was was set to not too cold or hot. * Service: The server was awesome and there was ice cubes filled glasses on our table and cold bottle of water to go with it (very thoughtful). * Food: We got this: - Margherita Pizza: My younger son got this for himself and it was DELICIOUS!! It was WAY too big for him (he had 2 slices and like 6 left still - I helped by eating one). - Lunch Special: My wife and I got the lunch special - Pizza with Mediterranean Salad (we could have chosen Tiramasu instead of salad). We chose the Primavera (SO SO Delicious). Between the two of us there was 2 slices left over. In retrospect the three of us could have just ordered the special and be fine...but I have to say this place is A GEM! I would highly recommend it (it is a drive) and we will go again! read more

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We like to order food delivery from here because it can be quite painful to find parking in the area. I have found their pasta dishes to be quite good, even the veggie pasta primavera which can be sometimes bland. They add a lot of veggies so you feel full from eating it. I have never eaten in the restaurant but the food delivery is always great, on time, and without issues. read more

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February 2026. BYOB! Bring your own glasses or borrow some from the restaurant for $5 First time I am trying this spot since the previous owner some years. I like the renovation as there is more tables to accommodate patrons that want to eat in. We came for late lunch on a weekday. We brought our own bottle of wine, glasses, and opener. Since we were drinking red wine we ordered meatballs in a red sauce and a pizza with arugula, grape tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and was drizzled with balsamic. The food was delicious and our server. Izzy was wonderful. We will definitely be back again soon! read more

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Came in to buy a bottle of soda, walked away with a bag of desserts! Their tiramisu is a must. It's $9 for a piece, but totally worth it! According to the employee, who was very friendly, it's imported from Italy. I'm definitely returning to try the pasta one day! read more

Aroma Italia - $9 but totally worth it! It's imported from Italy - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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This is a small place that appears to be a spot for the locals. It is clean and staff are friendly . We ordered a pepperoni pizza and the orchiette pasta with meat balls, and garlic bread. The bread came first and it was slightly greasy and some burnt marks on the bottom of the bread. The portion was small. The pasta came barely warm and the ricotta swirls were ice cold. The meat balls were not homemade but tasty. Although the dish was cold, the marinara sauce was the star of the show. That was definitely homemade. The portion was a nice size. The pizza that my husband ordered was mediocre. He said the flavor was lacking. We were there around 6pm and it was busy. No one came by to see how the food was and they had initially delivered the garlic bread to another table. Service was a bit slow. However, I would say give this place a try. The marinara sauce is worth trying. We are visiting from out of state, or else I would give them a second try. read more

Aroma Italia - Pasta with meatballs and ricotta - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The space is undeniably cute and the presentation is beautiful, but unfortunately the pastas and pizzas didn't leave much of an impression. The flavors were flat and the noodles were just okay. Nothing really stood out. As much as I hate to say it, it's the kind of pasta you could probably make better at home. I do appreciate the quality of the ingredients, which were clearly fresh and well sourced. read more

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First timer! They are open for your typical lunch, dinner, supper hours. Tucked away into the corner of Manoa Marketplace near the USPS PO, lots of parking available nearby. Ambiance was nice. Since we opted to dine in versus take out, we were served at our seats. Inddoor and outdoor seating available. Bugs inside FYI. Staff were nice. Tables arnt big enough to accommodate more than three plates at a time. Maybe just 1 pizza. Food itself is delicious!! This place is all housemade sauces, pizza crusts, and breads! Everything was flavorful, fresh, and just the right portion! Gooey cheese and toasted garlic bread on the side - this place satiated my cravings! read more

Aroma Italia - Gnocchi Gorgonzola - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Im Italian American and I grew up eating Italian American food very much Sicilian style and I love this place! Fast, fresh and very relaxing. I was lucky enough to meet the owner Francesco too. Big Big Mahalo read more

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My husband and I stumbled across this place yesterday and i had to leave a review. We shared the Pasta Boscaiola and a La bomba pizza. Everything was so delicious, it may be our new favorite. Food tasted fresh and well prepared. We will for site be back! read more

my favorite Italian restaurant in hawaii! also have a great to go and sit in location in manoa ! grazie! read more

First time dining here. We got early / lucky parking at 5:00pm A few people were already seated. Our server Ian, was very kind and helpful. We chose our 2-top table and got seated right away. Looked over the Menu and got some suggestions from our server. We started with the Meatball Al Sugo appetizer. Really great meatballs with tasty garlic bread. Had to order 2nd order of garlic bread! Yum! 14" PIZZA : Cannibale : tomato sauce, mozzarella, beef pepperoni, beef sausage, beef meatballs, olives, mushrooms, bell pepper, Olive oil. PASTA : Portobello Mushroom Ravioli. White garlic mushroom cream sauce. PASTA : Beef Short Rib Tortellacci : Short-rib filled Tortellini-style pasta, marinara sauce. Service & Presentation was Excellent. Flavors were good and it's definitely one our Top 5 fave Italian places on Oahu. We also met the owner Franchesco as he was entering! We had fun talking story and Reuben showed him Magic. :) Look forward to the next time we visit! MAHALO! read more

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This little restaurant wasn't bad, but wasn't good in my opinion either. There is a small parking lot which is convenient since that area tends to be busy. The servers were friendly and accommodating. There were two small tables outside for outdoor seating which was enjoyable. Now onto the food. While there was nothing bad, for the prices, I didn't find anything special about any of the dishes and nothing stood out. I got the bruschetta, and asked for the arugula on the side. While it didn't taste bad, it just sat heavy and didn't feel fresh. In my opinion the dishes looked better than they tasted. Same with the meatballs and the linguini bomba with mushrooms. While personally don't think I'll be back, I appreciate the variety this restaurant brings to the area. read more

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Aroma Italia first timer! Diamond Head is a bit out of the way for me, but it was well worth the drive out. I would recommend making a reservation in advance. My friends and I went to Aroma Italia on a Sunday night - we didn't have a reservation and the restaurant was pretty busy with two large groups. They were still able to squeeze us in by putting two outdoor tables together, and we were eventually able to move inside once the restaurant cleared out. Overall, my impression of this place was really good. The servers were friendly and attentive, and most importantly the food was impressive. My bf and I shared garlic bread, a large pizza and pasta. We had a few slices of leftover pizza because the portions are really generous (especially for the large size pizza). I couldn't choose whether I liked the pizza or pasta more, they were both equally good! Only criticism is the parking is always difficult on Monserrat. Hope to get lucky like we did in the small lot in front or street parking. read more

Aroma Italia - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

My boyfriend and I were craving pasta and stumbled upon this restaurant and were pleasantly delighted how delicious it was! Though the dishes may look simple, the flavors are delectable and filling. We ordered for to go and they were able to get our order ready in a swift manner. My boyfriend got the veggie pasta primavera and I got the Gnocchi Gorgonzola. Surprisingly the veggie pasta was my favorite. The slickness really brightened the dish and the veggies brought some freshness in the dish. The Gnocchi Gorgonzola was rich and creamy and the gnocchis were fluffy. Absolutely delicious! There were many diners around the time we picked up and many different dishes were being served. We will definitely be back to try the other items on their menu. read more

Aroma Italia - Veggie Pasta Primavera - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Just at the edge of Waikiki, Aroma Italia was significantly more mellow and reasonably priced than what you'd expect to find closer to the beach, which was most welcome. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a calm atmosphere, quiet music, and a great aroma - this place lives up to its name! We ordered the mozzarella pesto garlic bread as an appetizer, followed by a large pepperoni pizza. Both were excellent. The dough was the perfect balance of chewy and crispy without being too greasy or falling apart. The toppings were all fresh and delicious. Considering the quality of food and the location, the price felt like a steal - under $40 for an appetizer, dinner and a tip. If you need a change of pace meal from all the great Hawaiian food, this place is a must visit. read more

Aroma Italia - Large pepperoni pizza with olives - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We went to this restaurant for the first time while my mother-in-law was visiting, and she is an extremely picky eater (limits types of spices, sauces, foods, etc.). We had a late lunch, during which she happily gobbled up the meatballs appetizer; she even scooped up all remnants of the tomato sauce on the plate with the garlic bread, a telling sign of great Italian food! We also ordered the La Bomba Pizza and Gnocchi Gorgonzola. The pizza was a good size for 3 of us, in which we had a couple leftover slices considering we ate the entire delicious pasta dish. Good crust on the pizza. Fabulous texture and flavor of the gnocchi and white, cheesy sauce! Absolutely phenomenal service. The food came out amazingly fast! At one point too, my mother-in-law and wife talked incessantly with one of the employees behind the counter, and he had a ton of knowledge on the menu, history of the restaurant and the owner. They had a tall shopping rack with various, shipped-in, quality Italian foods such as Tre Marie Pandoro, Lavazza coffee beans, and foreign types of Kinder chocolates. If you like Mexican coke, they have cold bottles in the fridge. read more

Bon appetite! Delicious. So tasty and fresh. I generally order from Uber eats here so I can't speak to the atmosphere as I have never eaten inside there but the service is fast and it's always piping hot. Really good food, have tried the pizzas and pastas and have been very satisfied. Mahalo! read more

The La Bomba is bomb! If you are getting it to go ask for the burrata on the side just because it does make the middle of the pizza a little soggy. The inside of the restaurant was busy, but I called in an order and it was done in 15 minutes! read more

Aroma Italia - Took myself on a date! Watch The Pitt if you haven't! - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Aroma Italia is a cute, quaint Italian restaurant inside the strip mall of Monsarat. This restaurant is BYOB so be sure to bring your favorite bottle of wine. I brought my boyfriend here for his first time a couple weeks ago and we were so impressed by how crowded it was around 6:30PM. We walked-in and was sat after five minutes of waiting, but seeing how crowded it can get, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation before coming in. We ordered the meatballs as an appetizer and ordered the salmon carbonara and linguine alle vongole. The meatballs were moist with lots of flavor and the garlic bread that came with is paired so well! The only complaint I have about this dish was that it was less than warm when we got it. I loved my salmon carbonara, I had it before and had to get it again. Very creamy with generous servings of salmon. My boyfriend ate all of his linguine, but he said it lacked flavor. Overall, Aroma Italia is a great place to grab lunch or dinner. There are a few tweaks to make, but we will definitely be returning. read more

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My family and I was craving Italian food and wanted to check this place out from the positive reviews. We came at 7:00 and had to wait about 15 minutes for a table, they only have a few tables inside. Make sure to make reservations if you don't want to wait! La Bomba Pizza ($31) - 8/10, I love the thin crust , and the burrata it came with, the only gripe was that the price is expensive for one pizza... Linguine chicken Alfredo ($22)- 6/10, not a big fan of the sauce and was not as reminiscent of Alfredo in my opinion. Not memorable. Portion was okay. Linguine meatballs ($22)- 7.5/10, the Marinara sauce was light and seemed more water down than the other marinara sauces I have tried. I really enjoyed the meatballs. Portion was okay. Tiramisu ($9) -9/10, I love tiramisu and this place was delicious for it. However, the mascarpone cream was frozen and not the creamy texture it should be. Overall, It's a decent Italian joint with good classics but I'm not sure if I would return again as it was on the more expensive side and portions were not that great. The parking here is also horrible as there's only a few slots shared by other establishments in this strip. read more

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First for my wife and I, ordered takeout while staying in Waikiki. Food was very ono and fresh! Service was fast and friendly. Can't wait to try more! Luckily my wife loves Italian food! Keep up the great grinds! read more

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Stopped here after a trip to Manoa stream. The service was good but the pizza takes a bit to arrive. The family loved the gelato. And the pizza disappeared really quick as well. Overall a good option if you're down in Manoa and looking for a good slice and some dessert! read more

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Wowee this is the very best Italian food on this island ! Italian food is my favorite & I'm thrilled we had a superb food experience from Aroma Italia (Monsarrat Ave location). Unfortunately due to very small & crowded parking lot - we had to do takeout orders of lasagna, portabello shroom ravioli, veggie primavera pasta, & butternut squash ravioli. ALL WERE ABSOLUTELY AWESOMELY AMAZING YUMMYLICIOUS!!! Their pasta is homemade & their different sauces are so incredible. The staff were very friendly & helpful in answering questions during my phone orders. Thank you very much Aroma Italia ! You deserve 10 stars - not just 5 stars ! read more

Been here a few times for takeout. Easy enough to find off Monserrat but parking can be tricky as the lot is small and people frequent various eateries. I love that there is an online ordering option (always will prefer this). Years ago we ordered online and the restaurant didn't receive it so boo no food, but since then we've had success and much more positive experiences. Prices are reasonable and affordable for some good not-too-fancy Italian. Ordered the arugula salad, meatballs, la bomba pasta, linguine pescatore with pink sauce because it's the" just right" balance like the 3 Little Bears, and tiramisu. This meal was to serve one purpose- support my homemade focaccia! Had high expectations for this meal for this reason haha. Everything was delicious and portions are a nice size. The burrata on the la bomba was nice, there was a decent amount of seafood and the pink sauce was possibly non-existent on the linguine pescatore which was a bummer because the husband called the order in to add this but no big deal. Meatballs were good, not dry and pretty plentiful. Tiramisu was one of my favorites and was a perfect balance where it wasn't too sweet and it wasn't boozy like they sometimes can be. I know we'll be back! read more

Aroma Italia - Arugula salad, meatballs, la bomba pasta, linguine pescatore, tiramisu! - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Aroma Italia - Monsarrat When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie... it's amore! Favorites: * La Bomba Pasta (mushroom marinara + burrata) * Portobello Mushroom Ravioli (garlic mushroom cream) * Bruschetta al Pomodoro Kids devour it every time! Friendly, welcoming staff, clean restroom, and AC keeps you cool from the Hawaii heat. Parking: Free but limited. Cozy, family-friendly, and utterly delicious--worth every bite and the drive! read more

The best every time I eat there once a week Great staff and the owner knows what he's doing Thank you Aroma read more

Aroma Italia is an unassuming Italian restaurant near Waikiki. Cravings for pasta always get satisfied at Aroma Italia! The people who work there are always attentive and welcoming. My favorites from there are the smoked salmon carbonara and the la bomba pasta with the fresh burrata cheese. I could eat just the fresh burrata cheese by itself and be completely satisfied. They have different types of pizza and dessert as well. I'll have to give those a try next time! read more

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Came here for the first time. Cute little restaurant in the Diamond Head area. They don't take reservations, so it's best to go at a down time. ****I was corrected by the management and they do take reservations!! **** Ordered the meatballs and the arugula salad. Both dishes were tasty. They came out rather quickly. The balsamic vinaigrette was a bit sweet for me unless there was something else they added to it. read more

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Good vibe and atmosphere, very friendly staff, service and a a variety of well known Italian dishes and pizza! Great place for a rainy night as they have ample seating inside and out! read more

Aroma Italia - Margherita Pizza Grande - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Great food that hit the spot and pet friendly! The veggie pasta and pizza were great and the arugula salad. Ended with a soft tiramisu! read more

Aroma Italia - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

So yummy! While parking can be tough with limited spots in the lot at the front, it is possible to look for street parking. Beyond the parking, the restaurant itself is on the smaller side with some seating inside. The restaurant was clean and the staff were friendly. We ordered the carbonara al salmone, Orechiette meatballs al sugo, and pesto parmigiano pizza. Everything was super tasty. We couldn't even wait to stop eating the pizza before the pasta came. The salmon pasta was especially yummy. This has quickly become one of my favorite Italian spots and we are excited to go back! read more

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What feast... One thing that me and my bestie enjoy is a good Italian food and here's Aroma Italia a comfort place right up on Monsarrat Ave along Diamond Head just outside of Waikiki is this gem though they do share parking with a few other tenants it will be the biggest challenge to secure a stall though in the evening there are some street parking as well. We both had a long day and a introduced her to the gym we though that celebrating at Aroma Italia was the perfect choice lol! Starting with a couple appetizer Meatballs al Sugo and Pesto Mozzarella Garlic Bread we both realized that they both came with bread laughed it off and excited to give them both a try. So hearty and comforting she knows my phone eats first and gave the dish a twirl for photos we both were thoroughly enjoying it all. Entrees where Veggie Pasta Primavera and for her Lobster Mezzaluna as she's a huge seafood lover loved it and since mine came with Orecchiette pasta which is one of my fun and favorite shapes sorta like a round bowl shaped cutie it was the perfect dish that I really enjoyed. The service here are very friendly and attentive as they kept making sure our glasses are filled and going well, supporting small local places like this is why we're able to enjoy it all at a comforting and casual ambiance. Thank you! read more

Aroma Italia - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Amazing! Located near diamond head with a small lot in the front. Service was great and quick, food was high quality and delicious! Everything was great but the items I would definitely reorder is the gnocchi and the tiramisu. Very very flavorful with great texture. I can't wait to go back to try more of the menu. read more

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I dined here with the hubby and the food was ok. It wasn't bad, but it also wasn't memorable. We got the Clams and Mussels All'Italiana $22 for our appetizer. We got the Margherita Pizza $15, Linguine Pescatore $25 and Gnocchi Gorgonzala $23 for our entrees. I'm a huge seafood person, but my Linguine Pescatore didn't do it for me. The sauce was watery and bland. The noodles were overcooked. To my surprise, I really liked the Gnocchi Gorgonzola. It was creamy and full of flavor. The Margherita Pizza was good. It's homemade, thin crust and crispy. read more

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Very average. Lack of flavor. Gets the job done, but I'm very satisfying. Ingredients seemed to be a good quality.

I believe this is their second location in Diamond Head. Parking available in the lot and some street parking. Medium sized restaurant with seating a bit tight, casual dining. We came here around 5ish and got a table when walked in. Great options on the menu and just got two dishes to share. Portions are a bit small for the price. Ordered: - La Bomba 8" - much smaller than I thought for the price. Thin crust and a bit burnt. I enjoyed the burrata cheese with arugula on the pizza. - Meatball - flavored meatball and toast. Pretty good. This place seems to get pretty busy. We were kind of rushed to leave as it was starting to get busy. Would like to come back for their lunch specials. read more

Aroma Italia - Meat ball - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We ordered a carry-out meal from Aroma Italia after a long day. We called in the order and it was ready for pick-up in 30 minutes. The clerk was friendly, as always. The food was really hot when it arrived, even after a short car ride. We ordered one of our favorites, La Bomba Pizza Grande. The pizza has a thin, wonderful bready flavor crust. The tomato sauce is fresh and slightly sweet. The pizza had an arugula topping. The burst of melted creamy cheese in the center of the pie is wonderful. The Gorgonzola Gnocchi is creamy and delicious filled with tender chicken and mushrooms. This local business sits at the base of Diamond Head in a small strip mall. read more

Aroma Italia - La Bomba Pizza Grande - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Amazing, so good. The pastas were delicious, my husband doesn't normally like pasta but he said this one was fantastic. The staff were very kind and it is a cozy little restaurant. Definitely will be going back! read more

Aroma Italia - Linguine with alfredo sauce from the make your own menu - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Went to this small Italian restaurant and to my surprise it was pretty good. The server was nice and was a cozy feel. The lobster dish I had was good and the pizza was good too. read more

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I usually order take-out from here but my friend and I decided to dine in today! We came around lunchtime and although Aroma Italia itself wasn't busy, there was only one parking stall left in the Diamond Head Center parking lot so definitely keep in mind that parking is limited here. The vibe of the restaurant is definitely more casual and laidback, which both my friend and I really enjoyed. The service was good and the food came out relatively quick as well. We ordered the pesto mozzarella garlic bread to share and ordered our own pastas which all was very delicious! I'll definitely be back again! read more

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