Aroma Italia - Monserrat | Waikiki-Kapahulu-Diamond Head area - Island of Oahu Onolicious! Lately I've been dining on soups like pho and ramen, lamb curry stews, and snacking on real fruit smoothies, and I felt like I needed a change of pace. However, I didn't realize I had this burning desire until I saw the foodie pics here on Yelp. It was then that I seriously wondered how I could inject a little more variety into my foodie repertoire. I saw this restaurant listed on Yelp and immediately thought, Ooh, what about Italian??? :D Myself replied: Mmm, that sounds tantalizing, Jules Y.! :D After perusing the menu to make sure I wasn't gonna miss out on a thing, it only took a few seconds for me to hone in on the two items I ultimately ordered: * 16" Florentine pizza (gigante) * Gnocchi Gorgonzola with added mushrooms I added mushrooms to the gnocchi dish, which was a fantastic decision I would not want to go without on future dines of this dish. The pizza was a thin crust topped with luscious mozzarella, rough-chopped garlic, spinach, and ricotta cheese. The gnocchi contained chicken chunks, potato gnocchi, luscious cream sauce, and the mushrooms I added. The Florentine immediately caught my eye. I'm particular about not eating sausage, pepperoni, and other typical pizza meats, so this cheese-and-spinach combination was exactly what I was looking for. I expected something around a medium-sized pizza, but what arrived was this unexpectedly large pie sitting inside a huge, flat pizza box. It seemed enormous! The crust was thin with a nicely fire-charred edge, while the center was packed with luscious cheesy goodness. Random dollops of ricotta, spinach leaves, and these entirely unexpected little chunks of fresh, soft, juicy garlic created little flavor explosions throughout every bite. It made eating the pizza fun because each slice was a little different. Although I thought I was hungry enough to eat a lion, I naturally stopped after only a couple of slices. That turned out to be a bonus because I had delicious leftovers for lunches and dinners over the next couple of days. The Gnocchi Gorgonzola was a different experience altogether. Tender potato gnocchi were coated in a thick, luscious cream sauce with chunks of chicken scattered throughout. The mushrooms I added were thinly sliced and blended in perfectly with the gnocchi, chicken, and creamy sauce. My only criticism is that the dish was saltier than I would have preferred. I think using about half as much salt would have allowed the flavors of the gnocchi and sauce to shine through even more. Aside from that, every bite was pleasantly chewy, rich, creamy, and satisfying. The sauce was everywhere--and that is definitely a good thing. Yum! These two dishes complemented each other perfectly because they offered completely different flavors and textures. The rich, cheesy Florentine pizza paired wonderfully with the creamy Gnocchi Gorgonzola. If I eat here again, I'll probably order these exact same dishes. If you enjoy Italian food as much as I do, I suspect you'll enjoy Aroma Italia's menu. read more

Aroma Italia - Gnocchi Gorgonzola with chicken and added mushrooms - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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LOVED THE CANNIBALE PIZZA !!! I also ordered the linguine with pink sauce and added meatballs and sausage. It was excellent. I think I would probably order it again but with the marinara sauce. The garlic bread with mozzarella cheese was good but I would order the regular garlic bread since it's less rich and would pair better with the entree. I think the garlic bread with mozzarella cheese would be great as an appetizer though. The ingredients on both the pasta and pizza were very generous. If I were to take friends out for Italian food I would bring them here. read more

My son and I stopped by Aroma Italia for lunch a couple of weeks ago, and we left so impressed! We decided to share an order of Alfredo pasta with chicken (well... I ate the chicken because my son refuses to eat protein ). The Alfredo sauce was absolutely delicious. It tasted homemade and fresh, like someone actually made it from scratch instead of opening a jar. It was creamy without being overly heavy and had such a rich, authentic flavor. What really made our visit stand out, though, was the service. I wish I could remember our cashier's/server's name because she deserves a shoutout. My son and I both have food allergies, so before ordering we needed to make sure everything was safe for us to eat. She was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and happy to answer all of our questions. She also helped me figure out which pasta would be the best choice for my picky 7-year-old and even arranged for the grilled chicken to be served on the side instead of mixed into the pasta. That small accommodation made all the difference since my son wouldn't have touched it otherwise. The portion size was perfect for sharing between the two of us, and we both left happy (which is saying a lot when dining with a picky eater!). Between the fresh, flavorful food and the exceptional customer service, this was a wonderful experience. It's always refreshing to find a place that not only serves great food but also takes the time to make families with dietary restrictions feel comfortable and cared for. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Lovely restaurant in Diamond head that has Italian food. We got the pizza, meatballs, and gnocchi to share. Our waiter recommended the meatballs as they are the most popular and I enjoyed them with the garlic bread. I really like the pizza la bomba with all the toppings but I do with the crust was a bit more crispy as it's hard to hold. I loved the gnocchi as well, it was really rich and flavorful. We also had to get their special dessert of the day which was strawberry bread pudding. So good!! I would definitely come back! Only downside is the parking lot is small and always filled so you might have to park a few streets away and walk. Oh and it's also BYOB! read more

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Only $24 for spaghetti and tiramisu? What a value! We were served pepper flakes and Parmesan shakers on the side to garnish our plate with however much we desired which was appreciated. Service was fast and friendly with a smile. I almost got the meatball appetizer which would've been 10 meatballs and garlic bread for $16 but when I saw the deal where you get a tiramisu with it, I couldn't pass it up! The pasta came with 5 anyways and I ate 4 before I got full. Being out and about in Honolulu is a hit or miss with finding restrooms so thankfully they had one. Heads-up that their bathroom is for customers only. There is also parking but it is tight and scarce so we had to park a block away. Hoping we don't get towed for the love of Italian food. read more

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Located on Monsarrat Ave, with other businesses, they have a small shared parking lot or you can try finding street parking. We ordered the Clams & Mussels dish which came with 4 slices of garlic French bread, which was very delicious and tasty and the tomatoes sauce did not over power the dish. We also ordered 2 different types of pizza the large and both was also very good and the toppings was fresh and the sauce and crispy crust was delicious. Only drawback is the service is very slow and we had to go and ask for water, utensils to serve the clams ' mussels and go up to ask for the bill and take out box, it is a small restaurant and you would think it is noticeable if a customer needed something or is finished with there meal. Inside she goes to a different table while they are eating and try to remove the husband plate while he went to the restroom, and the wife had to stop her to say I don't think he is done! While we are on the next table finished with napkins on our plates and she walks by instead of stopping by and picking up our dishes. The restroom is clean one for men and women, lock doesn't work so you need to slide the lock bar on the top to closed the restroom door. Parking can be a challenge, and it is a small restaurant, so better to make reservations ahead of time. 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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Had leftovers last night from Monday's dinner at Aroma Italia. Best meatballs ever! Can't wait to return and try other entrees. Nice people and there's ample parking and BYOB. read more

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

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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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Tried this place a few months ago and can't wait to visit again! Went around lunch time on week day. Ordered the meatballs and some pasta. Loved the bread as well! Service was quick and easy, and ambiance was clean and welcoming. read more

Aroma Italia - Meatballs al Sugo - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This casual eatery offers amazing pizzas and pasta dishes at decent prices. Personally, there's nothing crazy special about Aroma Italia, but it falls in a very important category -- a trusty neighborhood Italian restaurant. You will never be disappointed with the food, portions, and the price. I usually share a pizza and salad -- and generally take home leftovers. The staff is helpful when dining in and are generally quick to get your order in and noticing when a table needs a water refill. 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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Food was delish! It was a nice change for our palates and quite refreshing. We had started off with the bruschetta and the meatballs which were both amazing! My partner had said this was the best Italian food he's had, and it's way better that spots in the City's North Beach dining spots, which I totally agree. For the mains we did a pepperoni pizza for the kid, and shared the short rib tortellacci. Food and service were terrific. My son also enjoyed their garlic bread. Only downside is parking lot has limited spots as there are other businesses shared in this plaza, but there's street parking available. read more

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Service was very good, food was very tasty, and comfy environment with seating outside read more

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We walked in around 6:00 p.m. on a Saturday evening without a reservation, not realizing how small and cozy this restaurant was. We had heard so many great things and wanted to see what all the amazing reviews were about. The staff told us it would be just a few minutes for a table for four, and in less than five minutes they had us seated. The food was absolutely incredible. Even our picky eater children enjoyed everything we ordered, which says a lot! The atmosphere was calm and welcoming, without the loud, overwhelming crowds you often find at many restaurants in Waikiki. This place is truly a hidden gem. Highly recommend! read more

Nice and friendly staff. The food was amazing. Rich with flavor and so fresh. A little cozy on space but accommodated our party of 7 with another large party. read more

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Amazing pizza and dessert great service zero slop. Me and my friends went and had the best time of our life

Food was fabulous...I had the combo Carbonara al Salmone with Tiramisu dessert. Others had the Mediterranean salad combo with the Pesto Parmigiano pizza, and the Gnocchi Gorgonzola. Everyone loved their food. Would have given 5 stars, but we had a little hiccup with our reservation but the staff resolved it. Ambiance is nice with pictures of Italy . We'll definitely be back! read more

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The food was very delicious! We ordered the lunch specials. The flavors and presentation was amazing. The service was top notch and they accommodated 7 of us. We will definitely come back! There's parking out front although it can be limited . Everything was authentic ! Very friendly staff! The ambiance was small but it was cutely decorated. read more

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Good pizza. Service was good, friendly. Had it delivered so a bit cold. Lasagna was ahh.!!

Nice, quaint restaurant. Food is excellent would recommend reservations but not required. read more

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Excellent food and service. Gnocchi with chicken/mushrooms was delicious and well seasoned with herbs. The pizza was perfect. And the tiramisu was awesome. 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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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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Where to start- terrible food and even worse service. The staff were so incredibly rude. We politely asked for more salad dressing and they brought the completely wrong dressing not once but two times..the salad was sad- it needed not only more dressing but flavor. Speaking of flavor- there was absolutely no flavor at all to the marinara sauce and the meatballs were an atrocity. Tasted like gelatinous meat colored balls with no actual meat nor taste. The pasta was watery and to top it off- the cheese they plopped on top of my pasta dish was ice cold..so it made everything instantly warm with sprinkles of ice bites. Terrible quality and it was $87 for two pasta and a salad. Save your money and go to CPK. read more

Great food and service , solid pasta a a pizza, BYOB no liquor served. Save room for the lemon cake as well. You won't be disappointed, more reasonable than the Waikīkī strip as well ! read more

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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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

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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Pizza was great. Got pepperoni one day margarita the other day had raviolis or fantastic meatballs, and salad all super great.

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

Aroma Italia - puttanesca. ! - Pizza Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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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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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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

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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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

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