Located in the Kuhio Food court, in the back near the bar. I do like that they have slices of pizza…read moreand a whole pizza for purchase. The slice of pizza is about $10, but it's huge! The first day we went, we got a slice for our toddler, and it was huge and cooked to perfection. The crust was good and crunchy too. Then the second day we came back, and they didn't have any slices available and had to cook the pizza. We got our slice and it was raw, cheese was not melted and the crust was still doughy. We brought it back and they cooked it a bit more. We felt they half ass the job the second time we went, which was strange because it was on a Friday evening. You would think they have their A game. Or maybe they were too busy and rushed through everything. Big disappointment the second time around. Definitely a hit or miss!!

The pizza was amazing. The pizza was large and the staff member that helped us was extremely…read morehelpful and friendly which was very nice. It was in a marketplace so there are a lot of places to eat and shop as well within this mall. There are a lot of tvs and spots to eat as well, making the vibes very chill. You definitely get a bang for your buck here!

Known for their AYCE pizza dinners, San Paulo Pizzeria is also open for breakfast Friday through…read moreMonday. Located in the former Outback Steakhouse on Ala Moana Blvd., San Paulo serves classic American breakfast dishes like eggs benedicts and omelets, but also features a signature Brazilian breakfast as well as salads, sandwiches, and pastas. The restaurant is large and spacious, and the service was friendly and attentive. I had the slow cooked beef short rib eggs benedict, and it was delicious! I also enjoyed the pancakes which were cooked perfectly - fluffy with a crisp edge. The restaurant is perfect for large groups and can accommodate up to 140 guests. Validated parking is available in the structure for $5 for 4 hours.

Not kid-friendly, rude hostess, bland marinara…read more I was staying near this restaurant on vacation with a 3 year old toddler. For anyone who doesn't have a 3 y.o., they can be very picky eaters. Since Sao Paolo was in walking distance, I called to ask if they serve a child's portion of spaghetti and marinara, which the girl on the phone confirmed. I reiterated that I was asking about a children's portion of spaghetti and marinara, which she confirmed. I asked a third time that it would be spaghetti and plain red sauce (nothing spicy, no meat bits, etc), and got a "yes." I placed an order, waited 15 minutes and walked down there to pick it up. The hostesses were friendly and I paid $18 (plus 10% tip) for the small bowl of pasta. They asked me how my day was going, and I joked that it would be better now, since I could finally give my kid his favorite "red spaghetti." I walked back to my hotel room to feed my child, but when I opened the container, I let out a loud frustrated sigh when I saw a bowl of penne and marinara, not spaghetti. Again, this is for a TODDLER, and my toddler only eats spaghetti, not penne. In frustration, I called Sao Paulo and explained the situation. When I told the young hostess (who obviously doesn't have children) that my toddler doesn't eat penne, he only eats spaghetti, she actually laughed at me on the phone, which I found to be very rude. I told her this is not funny, that I'm desperately trying to feed my picky toddler on vacation, and that I specifically asked for spaghetti - several times - on the phone. She said she would have to consult her manager, which I found odd, because honestly, we're talking about probably 50 cents worth of pasta to this restaurant, which I paid $18 for. That's a 3,500% profit. After putting me on hold for several minutes, the hostess told me they would give me another children's portion of actual spaghetti at no extra charge. That "no extra charge" part was emphasized to me, like they're making a great sacrifice by giving me another 50 cents worth of pasta. I also looked at their kids menu online while trying to resolve the situation, and it says "perfectly cooked pasta" with marinara, NOT penne, so I don't understand their problem here. If their kids menu had said "penne" specifically, I would understand how this was my mistake, not theirs. My wife volunteered to get the replacement spaghetti and marinara because she could tell I might not be very polite to the hostess for laughing at me on the phone. She came back with a second container of... PLAIN spaghetti with NO marinara sauce, which again, my toddler would not eat. Our only solution was to rub the penne on the spaghetti to get as much marinara on it as possible. (The things parents do for their kids...) My toddler then ate some. I would estimate there was probably 10 cents worth of marinara sauce on the penne. So Sao Paolo saved themselves 10 cents by giving me dry replacement spaghetti. While all this happened, my toddler had a 30 minute meltdown in our hotel room because his dada had promised him his favorite "red spaghetti" when I first placed the order, only to get screwed by Sao Paolo twice. I believe the manager at Sao Paulo gave us dry spaghetti on purpose as a sort of f-you to us. This was a very mean-spirited thing to do to a family traveling with a young child, even if we're just a bunch of stupid haole. It was definitely not keeping with the "aloha spirit." I would remind all employees at Sao Paolo that they are supposed to practice Kokua and Lokomaika'i, even to mainlanders. If you're a parent with a picky eater child, don't count on Sao Paolo restaurant to listen to you or care about your situation. They are actively rude to and dismissive of parents traveling with young children. They will act like giving you 50 cents worth of pasta is a big deal, even if their mistake caused the whole problem in the first place. BTW, I ate the "perfectly cooked" penne. It was overcooked and mushy (the pasta fell apart while I ate it), and the "house-made" marinara was bland. It tasted like canned Chef Boyardee.

This review is just for the canoli…read more Nice little Italian market. Seems authentic. After some ramen, I was in the mood for desert. Plenty of options in the area, esp Waikiki. But this is right by the ramen joints. The canoli did not disappoint. Nice crunch. Fresh and flavorful. The pistachios definitely shine. Enough flavor to highlight the pistachios. It was not overly sweet. I'd come back and try their pizza and pastas as well as tiramisu. Good service and kama'ainas get discounts!

The food was at a happy hour discount which is 25% off. They also have a 10% off for kamaaina when…read morenot happy hour. My wife had the carbonara spaghetti. It was good after she added salt. It's not a big meal by any means. She felt it was more or less a half a plate lunch. The service was wonderful and friendly. It was very authentic Italian. The ambiance is take out with a comfortable air conditioned area outside in a mall type setting.

The food was AMAZING!!! Jett & Aaron our servers were so sweet and accommodating. 1000000000000000%…read morerecommend coming her for a nice lunch

Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar was a hit with the whole family!…read more This delicious restaurant is just half a block from our hotel and after walking by so many times, we finally decided to give it a try. For our first time we decided to just walk-in and they had a 20-minute wait, which was not too bad compared to other dinner spots. However, I highly recommend making a reservation ahead of time through Open Table. For dinner we decided to go with the mushroom cheese risotto, truffle alfredo fettuccine and arugula salad. For my little one we went with their margherita pizza. Everything was outstanding! Probably the best risotto I've ever had! It was packed with flavor and so good and comforting. The truffle alfredo was perfection, and the taste of the truffle was on point. My little picky eater almost finished the whole pizza, which I guess was a good sign. We loved it so much we decided to come back the following week. For the second time I didn't notice I had made reservations during their happy hour. Please note they have a happy hour food menu with heavily discounted food items which I thought was amazing. During this time we also tried the curry meatball and the prosciutto pizza. As always, everything was absolutely delicious! I know people don't usually go to Hawaii to eat Italian food, but definitely give this spot a chance during your visit!

This was our go to spot for a quick bite between beaches. Great pizza by the slice that comes out…read morepiping hot! Slices are generous. Fast service, great pizza!

I was craving some pizzas and came across this spot near our hotel. Service was a bit awkward as I…read morestepped into the establishment. The cashier didn't greet me making me feel uncomfortable. I was tempted to walk out, but decided to give it a chance. The pizzas looked good and I didn't want to go searching for another pizza joint. Not sure if the pizzas were made fresh, but they took a slice of the Hawaiian slice placing it into the oven. The portion wasn't worth $10, but I was hungry. When I took my first bite, it didn't hit the spot. It didn't taste anything like a Hawaiian pizza. So sad because my cravings weren't fully met. I just finished it to not waste food.

Had the Margherita pizza and it was outstanding! The crust was perfectly crisp on the outside with…read morea light, chewy center, and the fresh tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil came together beautifully. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients. Great atmosphere, friendly service, and definitely a spot I'll be coming back to. Highly recommend Inferno Pizza if you're looking for authentic, delicious pizza!

I wanted to give 5 stars based on the reviews. It wasn't bad but it wasn't the best I've ever had…read more I like my pizza hot and cheese melting. The toppings were delicious though. It was a late night food run and they were one of the few places open. I might go back again the next time we visit Honolulu. It was hard to find. It's inside of a hotel towards the back. They have a full bar and other items on their menu. Street parking is almost nonexistent. They do validate parking for the garage.

Arancino was great! Paige was our server and she took good care of us! We recommend to anyone…read morevisiting!

Had a mid dinner reservation on Friday night with friends. Service was really friendly and we…read morearrived a little early. We had to wait for our table due to how busy it was. I would recommend an earlier dinner reservation is possible. Ambience was nice and intimate with a lively atmosphere and rustic Italian decor. We shared a sangria pitcher which was refreshing. Family styled all our apps and entrees which was the right move. Stand out dishes were the risotto!!! Table side and delicious! We also enjoyed the vongole and the bolognese but took our servers recommendation to add house made Italian sausage which was a spectacular decision. Definitely would come back and try some pizzas!

This restaurant provides excellent Italian food for an affordable price! I always pass by this…read morerestaurant but decided to try it with my family and wasn't disappointed. The menu selection is large ranging from pasta to pizza. They have a lot of different types and the appetizers were great as well. Restaurant is BYOB with a glass fee (3-5$ a glass I think) Parking lot outside gets full fast but there is street parking on the surrounding neighborhood just a short walk away.

It was pretty good overall. We came here specifically for pasta, and this quaint little restaurant…read moreis located just a short distance from Waikiki. They also have a private parking lot, which is always a plus. Service was good, and they offer pizzas in addition to their pasta dishes. I ordered the Linguini Pink Scampi, which was quite tasty. The pasta was generously coated in a rich, creamy pink sauce, with several large shrimp nestled throughout. The dish was hearty and satisfying, although my only complaint was that the shrimp still had their tails attached, which made them a little inconvenient to eat. My spouse ordered the lasagna, which arrived covered in a generous layer of melted cheese and Parmesan. It looked rich and hearty, but he found it a bit too gooey, with what he felt was too much red sauce and cheese. The lasagna noodles were also overcooked, taking away from the overall texture. For dessert, I had the Affogato. The creamy vanilla gelato slowly melting beneath a shot of espresso made for a simple but enjoyable finish to the meal. The contrast between the rich coffee and sweet, cold gelato was quite nice. Overall, it was a good experience. There were a few things that could have been better, but we'd definitely consider coming back again to try some of the other dishes.