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    Duc's Bistro

    4.5 (436 reviews)
    PriceyFrench, Vietnamese
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    DUC'S BISTRO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Romantic
    Moderate noise
    Dressy
    Good for groups

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    Hoa Chuoi Banana Blossom Salad
    Cherisse B.

    Duc's is a bright gem in Chinatown. Family owned serving food made with love. There wasn't a plate with a morsel left behind. The flavors of the sauces were amazing. We had local fish and a duck entree. Don't skip out on dessert! Great place for girls night, date night, or treat yourself meal.

    Spring Rolls
    Meridith M.

    Duc's Bistro is tucked just outside of Chinatown and was easier to get to than I expected. Parking is across the street, and the restaurant provides a code for free parking, which I really appreciated. Just a heads up, the stalls are on the smaller side. The food was excellent. I couldn't decide on a main, so I ordered two appetizers and that ended up being the perfect amount. I started with the lobster bisque, which is always a favorite of mine, and it did not disappoint. I also ordered the crab cakes. They were very good, though just a touch salty for my personal taste. My friends ordered a few other appetizers, including escargot, which was my first time trying it. I was half-expecting a Pretty Woman moment, but they were already shelled. Pro tip from my friends: put the escargot on the house bread. Absolutely delicious. I also snagged a couple of spring rolls, which were great as well. What really stood out was the hospitality. The owner and his wife were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. I'd definitely come back.

    Amanda O.

    There's nothing you can wrong with here! A multigenerational owned business, and you can tell they just love their clientele. I love here, but my parents come from Australia and this is their top request to visit every time. Faves are the pâté, tartare, butter leaf greens to start with. Then anything else!

    Julie C.

    Surprisingly, I have never heard of Duc's bistro despite them being around for 30 years. They're located conveniently in Chinatown, and there's paid parking right across the street. They serve French and Vietnamese cuisine. I was invited to a group dinner, so I was excited to try out this restaurant! Since I was a guest, the menu was chosen for us, so there were a few items that I typically would not order. Everything here is served family style. We started out with French bread, which was homemade and really good! For appetizers, we had the Vietnamese crispy spring rolls, which were really good. I enjoyed these. The chicken salad (Goi ga) was really tasty and had a good ginger dressing. Honestly, these two things were probably the best of the bunch. We also had the escargot which comes with button mushrooms in herb butter, and the beef tartar, both of which were OK, but nothing exciting. I don't particularly care for foie gras, and I don't like lamb so I didn't try the lamb chops. The pork belly was good, Rich tasting and tender. We also had the local fish nonpareil (Mahi-mahi) which was supposed to be in a lemon caper dill sauce, but instead was bland and on the mushy side. Dessert was the classic crème brûlée, which was OK. Service was good. Food was OK, nothing really outstanding.

    Delicious Ca Chien Xoai Pan-Fried Fish with citrus and ginger sauce
    Rebecca T.

    5 stars. Great food, cozy and romantic ambiance inside. Friendly and personable service. Wide selection of traditional French and Asian dishes with an elevated touch. What's not to like? There were 4 of us and we tried a lot of things: foie gras, escargot, spring rolls, duck breast, pan fried fish, lamb chops, chicken curry, saffron rice, and tapioca banana pudding, crème brûlée and affogato for dessert! Honestly, I enjoyed everything and I can't wait to go back to try the rest of the menu lol. The star dishes for me were the pan fried fish and the chicken curry with saffron rice actually! I mean the traditional French fare was solid too, but you know there isn't much surprise to it. The pan fried fish however was a shocker in that it's done so well with the texture and the taste. I was hesitant about getting the chicken curry, but the sweet lady (who's also a cook) recommended the chicken curry so I was like, OK let's give it a shot. Hmmmm that might be one of my favorite curries that I tried. The chicken was tender, and the curry had depth without being sweet or salty; it's hard to describe. The portions were not big. They're all "exquisite" but I thought the prices were not ridiculous. They're higher than average, but the quality was delivered, so it's worth it imo. Parking lot is across the street with discount code provided by the restaurant, make sure you don't pay yet until you get the code from them, or free street parking after 6pm. I can't wait to go back. Thank you for the delicious food and friendly service!

    Patrick H.

    What an absolute gem of a restaurant! They don't advertise. No social media. Duc's isn't some trendy hot spot. It's a quaint hidden gem that relies on a solid reputation of serving up some of Honolulu's best food for the last 30 years. A true family affair, with Duc in the kitchen and his affable son Ian running the front of the house. Service here embodies the ideas of aloha and ohana. Warm, genuine, generous. The food is spectacular. French-Vietnamese cuisine executed with elegance and perfection. Highlights include: Rack of Lamb with veal demi-glace, beef tartare, green papaya salad and do NOT miss the escargot! Literally everything we ate was a home-run. The restaurant is small...best to call ahead to ensure you get a table, especially for a larger group. This is an amazing local restaurant that deserves your support. It has won my heart and dare I say...one of my favorite restaurants in Honolulu.

    festive interior of Duc's Bistro plus a Christmas plant in the bottom left corner that I put on our table
    Patricia M.

    We went there for a Christmas dinner, arriving at 4, when the restaurant opened. Because we were the only customers until others started arriving around 5, we got lots of attention. The spring rolls were the best I've ever had, and the dessert was very good.

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    What an amazing dining experience! The atmosphere, the food and the staff made this an evening to remember.

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    Closed , wrong time on window, no one answer phone ever. No chance of even making reservations .

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    2 rd generation owner was so sweet the food is always good we enjoyed our dinner date so much

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    A great hidden gem with fantastic food and desserts! Perfect dinner before a show at the Hawai'i Theatre!

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    Ask the Community - Duc's Bistro

    How can I make a reservation? No one answers the phone. No voice mail no book a table on the website Rick

    I suggest you call them when they are open. They are open around 4:00 pm almost every night. The hours on yelp are incorrect. They are only open evenings. They will answer when open. Also ask about parking. They have arrangements with lot across… 

    Will this restaurant be open on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day?

    Christmas Eve, not Day

    Is this place BYOB?

    No. They have a full bar.

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    The waitstaff went above and beyond for the service I received! They were able to accommodate a…read moretable change to watch the fireworks better, as well as recommend what dishes were popular on their menu. The kind worker also took photos of me with the beautiful view! They have a live piano player playing live music, and they dim the lights when the fireworks show goes on. It was a wonderful time and I definitely would come back again with friends to enjoy a nice time together, or even just on my own. The backdrop of Waikīkī is beautiful! The Kanpachi and Miso butterfish was excellent. The Kanpachi was crispy yet tender as you bit into it and I loved the kabocha puree that gave it some sweetness. The Miso Butterfish was also excellent. It came with rice that had fish eggs on it as well as some seaweed. I really enjoyed the pairing of the miso butterfish with the rice, since the Kanpachi did not come with rice. I really enjoyed my time at this establishment and would definitely want to come back for another special evening! They have outdoor/indoor seating so do keep that in mind if outside elements may influence your experience depending where you sit.

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    4.5(81 reviews)
    4.5 mi•Kaimuki
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    Luxury

    Wow!! I really loved this restaurant. We had a big group in our reservation. My boyfriend and I…read morehave many dietary restrictions and the chef accommodated even though we told the chef about our dietary restrictions only when we got to the restaurant. Service is amazing and everyone was very nice. The restaurant is so cute and I really liked the decor. The food was INCREDIBLE! I would come back to Hawaii just to eat here again. Thank you so much!

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    4.4(553 reviews)
    3.1 mi•Waikiki
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    La Mer was the most beautiful place to celebrate my birthday! From the moment we arrived, the…read moreservice was impeccable and made the evening feel incredibly special. The ocean views were absolutely stunning, creating the perfect backdrop for a memorable celebration. One of our favorite touches was the variety of bread rolls to choose from, all freshly baked at the Halekulani bakery. Paired with their specialty butter, it was such a lovely complement to the meal. For my entrée, I ordered the Filet de Boeuf, which was cooked perfectly and absolutely delicious. We also enjoyed a variety of desserts, and every single one was exceptional. The combination of outstanding service, breathtaking views, and incredible food made this a birthday dinner I'll never forget. We loved everything and can't wait to return!

    My wife and I celebrated our babymoon here and we were both quite disappointed. I want to preface…read moreby saying I honestly do not think my wife and I are very picky eaters as we have dined at countless fine dining restaurants and typically we are quite satisfied after. However, at La Mer, I think almost every dish we just didn't like. For example, the first course was a foie gras dish with cotton candy which incorporated a sweet element with the foie gras. Not a good combination in my opinion. All of the other dishes weren't bad per se, but they weren't dishes that we felt ourselves wanting to eat or wanting to finish. I know restaurants change their menu's all the time so maybe it was just the dishes we happened to get that we didn't like. The manager did come to check in on us and we communicated how we honestly felt. They did make a very nice gesture of removing 2 of our drinks and 2 of our desserts which was appreciated. On the plus side, the restaurant sits on the 2nd floor and has great views of the ocean. The decor is also nice and the service was good. Just not our cup of tea and we personally wouldn't go back or recommend.

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    The Signature Burger arrived, and it was so beautiful I didn't even pause to take a breath before…read moretaking my first bite! I am absolutely certain my husband and I were transported to another planet by the flavor. The burger was hot, juicy, and utterly extraordinary. And the au jus on the side? Incredible! Then there were those slender, oven-browned potatoes, also known as possibly French fries... which were absolutely extraordinary. A can of Big Island Beer from Kamuela was the perfect beverage to enjoy alongside it. Every bite was an experience. Simply put: WOW. Bottom line... next time, I'm having my own burger. We decided to have the apple tart dessert. It was a perfectly delightful finishing piece. Sorry, no photos! Lost my mind in scrumptiousness! Can barely wait to return!

    To call the food AMAZING would be an understatement!!! The atmosphere is quaint but so inviting…read more The entire staff just desired to serve and care for us during our time; explaining the locally sourced honey wine, the in-house made ketchups and jams. You could really taste the difference. We thought the candied bacon was a little expensive until we tried it. So yes, spend the extra few bucks and get the bacon & the ketchup! The Wagyu burger was one of the best I've ever had! I added some Swiss and requested just a little blue cheese instead of their normal amount.

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    4.4(242 reviews)
    3.2 mi•Waikiki
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    Stopped by to try the hale course which had a bit of everything. Was super easy to make a…read morereservation on opentable, since it's more upscale they're not fully booked out all the time it's more hole in the wall for sure. But they absolutely crushed and delivered on that $130 meal. I left feeling absolutely full and feeling like I had eaten some of the best food Hawaii has to offer. Each course is presented by an amazing server, for us that was Travis and he did such an amazing job explaining everything and entertaining all of my silly questions, of which there were many. We saw and were able to talk to everyone involved in making each dish including the head chefs, who clearly love and care so much more about food than any of us mere mortals ever could.

    natuRe waikiki just gets better and better every single time I visit. Seriously. This time I dined…read morein at their bar to try out the natuRe bistro menu. I've only ever had their fine dining menu (which is AMAZING), but holy crap I was blown away by their bistro menu!!!! First of all- the service is just 10/10 top notch. Everyone is so friendly and willing to go above and beyond to make your dinner special. I mean seriously. We were sat at the bar and there was a fan on the bar near me that was blowing my hair a bit too much for my liking, and Hannah (our bartender) was amazing and moved it for me without making me feel bad. So sweet. OK, now on to the food. My girlfriend and I ordered: - Caviar & Cauliflower: This is so good. No seriously. My girlfriend doesn't even like cauliflower and even she was munching this up. It came with this super thin bread thing (not sure what it was called but was reminiscent of a parmesan crisp) and we asked if we could order a few more- and they came back with a whole plate!! Like omg. So nice and so worth it because it goes with the cauliflower mousse so well. - Pincho with Local Papaya & Proscuitto: WOW. One of our favorites and will be something we will always order. The papaya is SO fresh and the ricotta cheese was so delicious. 10/10. - Small Kine Farm Mushroom Carpaccio: Okay I had my first ever mushroom carpaccio at Silver Lining Wine Bar (check this place out), and it was so good. But this one tops that. It was SOO good. Like seriously, the mushrooms were fresh and had so much flavor. I have no idea how they do it but this dish is a must order. - Truffle French Fries: How can you go wrong? Need I say more? Love me a truffle french fry and this one did not disappoint. - 2 pc Fresh Oyster: This is the same oyster they serve in their tasting. Delicious and fresh. No notes. - Moloka'i Shrimp Pesto Pasta with extra shrimps: This was one of the best pesto pastas I've eaten. You can taste how organic and honestly healthy it is. The shrimp were juicy and fresh, and god. I want to go back just writing about all this food lol. We also shared a bottle of white wine which went well with all of our food that night. Honestly, we had the best time as we always do. If you've been to natuRe or are not interested in a full fine dining experience, please check out their Bistro menu at their bar. It is so delicious, I am 100% going to be a regular at their bar (on top of their fine dining service) from now on!

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    4.1(898 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    Our first visit to Michel's was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the valet…read moreattendant was friendly and welcoming, setting the tone for a wonderful evening. We were seated at a beautiful table overlooking the ocean, providing the perfect setting to enjoy the sunset. Our server was warm, professional, and attentive throughout the evening. She introduced herself, presented the drink menu, and after we ordered a bottle of Evian and a ginger beer, we were served Lovash bread and pesto butter. She carefully explained the menu and reviewed the evening's specials before our meal began. The lobster bisque, prepared tableside, was both entertaining and delicious. My crusted onion soup was equally outstanding. Between courses, we were served a refreshing sorbet intermezzo. For the main course, I enjoyed the filet mignon with lobster tail, both cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious. My guest couldn't stop talking about how incredible the Duck à l'Orange was. We finished the evening with Michel's famous chocolate soufflé, which was the perfect ending to an outstanding meal. From the impeccable service and elegant ambiance to the breathtaking ocean views and spectacular sunset, Michel's exceeded our expectations in every way. It was a memorable dining experience, and we look forward to returning.

    We visited Michel's to celebrate the 24th anniversary of our salon, a very special occasion for all…read moreof us. The food was excellent, and we had been looking forward to spending this important evening there. Unfortunately, we were very disappointed by the service from our main server, an experienced gentleman who was wearing a mask. Throughout the evening, his manner felt pushy and intimidating rather than welcoming. Each time he approached our table, he often had both hands in his pockets, and at times seemed to gesture or direct us with his chin. We were genuinely surprised by such a casual and dismissive manner of service at a restaurant of this level. We are Japanese. I have lived in Hawaii for 10 years, and some members of our group have lived here for as long as 25 years. I cannot know whether we were assumed to be tourists or whether that had anything to do with the way we were treated, but the experience did leave us wondering. To be fair, the two younger servers who assisted us later were very polite, attentive, and professional. We genuinely appreciated their service and wished they had been taking care of our table throughout the evening. We also work in the service industry, so we understand that everyone can have an off day. However, professionalism, basic courtesy, and the way guests are made to feel are an important part of the dining experience, especially when celebrating a meaningful occasion. The food was excellent, which makes this experience even more disappointing. What should have been a wonderful memory of our salon's 24th anniversary unfortunately became a very disappointing one. Sadly, after this experience, we do not see ourselves returning to Michel's while we live in Hawaii.

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    4.2(158 reviews)
    1.6 mi•Ala Moana
    •$$$$

    At Margotto, they made it rain--rain shaved truffles. While they have other menu items, they are…read moreknown for their seasonal truffle menus and having well priced truffles which they source themselves from Italy. Under Chef Shiori Okuya, their tasting menu, was a nice way to experience the French-Japanese flavors of the restaurant. First we chose the amount of truffle we wanted for our meal. Then those truffles were shaved over multiple elegant appetizers; a Pot-au-Feu soup; a lobster fish course; oyster pasta; duck for our main; in Asian-style, a comforting rice bowl to end the savory courses; and finally even the dessert. Henry was an amazing server with flair and passion for the menu and we even took a little bit of truffle home to enjoy on soft scrambled eggs the next day. If you want to experience another side of Margotto, there is also Margotto E Baciare in Japan.

    Though prone to hyperbole, please let me assure you that I am dead serious when I say I would give…read moreMargotto 10 stars if that were an option. I'm quite fortunate to have had many amazing dining experiences, more than a few of them of the fine-dining-persuasion and Margotto shook me to my core. Unforgettable and completely unlike anything I've had before. It's incredibly unassuming from the outside--like a secret or a speak-easy--elegant and understated on the inside. The staff are all so warm and welcoming and you'll want for nothing the entire time you're dining. It's a coordinated dance of service. Arrive hungry and ready to spoil yourself! Opt for The Grand Degustation and get the 15 grams of truffles. This is not the time to be stingy! In fact, you really need to get the Caviar Monaka and a glass of champagne to start--the crispy wafer is a nutty delight and a perfect compliment to little fishy pearls. THEN you can move onto the ten course meal. And since I'm telling you what to do, you'd be entirely remiss to skip the wine pairing. Chuck Furuya is a demigod with a palate that is twenty-seven steps ahead of us mere mortals. The wines on their own practically sing in their glasses but when paired with each dish? The transformation of flavors? Absolutely unreal. Let us not forget about the truffles. They're fruity and earthy and succulent, without being heavy or overbearing in any way. You WILL feel spoiled and you deserve it! If I lived here, this would be my go-to special occasion restaurant, no question. You must try it for yourself.

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