I've been sitting on my hands for this review and going back and forth if I should post one or not, but I've decided that I would like to continue to be honest about my assessments so here goes. I went to dinner with the family and I was so excited because of all the accolades they have received thus far. Now, I don't know if it's because it got overhyped and my expectations were just that much higher, but I was severely disappointed in the meal. I got the crab pasta and it was way too bland for my liking. My husband agreed. Even the kids who usually like blander dishes weren't into it at all. I tried really hard to like it but I just couldn't. Sure, it has a whisper of a crab taste but I think it was a huge missed opportunity and it could have been so much more. The Hokkaido milk rolls were good, probably the best out of everything we ate, but for $11 for 4 small pieces, it's hardly worth it. Had the gnocchi mabolognese (beef cheek ragú) and it was okay but nothing I haven't had before. We also had a couple of their cocktails and they were well-made. But again, they're missing that something that makes it truly special. I guess overall, it was an okay meal, nothing tasted bad or off, bit for the prices and the hype, it's not somewhere we're looking to go back to. read more

There are no pictures in this review because 1. it was kind of dark sitting outside, so the lighting wasn't great and 2. we ate everything so fast the food got decimated! I clearly need to get out more because they have been here 18 mos and have earned every accolade justly. Everyone there seemed both friendly and genuinely happy to work there and the joy showed in the food. Great wine list with some jewels and one of a few places in town that makes a proper Sazerac along with a fun variety of cocktails. I can't wait to get back and try more since everything we had was a hit. read more

Giovedi serves an interesting and delightful mix of Italian and Asian cuisine. The menu is diverse so we decided to order a variety of dishes. Everything sounded good so we wanted to try as much as we could. We're so glad we did since all the dishes were delicious! Starting with the Scallop Carpaccio. Interestingly flattened and topped with pistachios, oranges, and a light butter sauce. What an mix that worked to perfection. Next was the Prosciutto San Danielle. What got my attention was the Vietnamese Sesamo Donuts. Light rolls that paired nicely with the prosciutto and pickled vegetables. Our first entree was the Char Siu Pork. We were told it was one of their more popular dishes. It was good but not as special as the other dishes. It tasted like char siu ribs and pork from a good Chinese restaurant. For our starch, we ordered the Mushroom Donburi. This was delicious; a nice mixture of rice, pesto, pine nuts and cheese. I wasn't sure how all this would taste together but it was really good! Our final dish was the Grilled Kampachi, which was cooked to perfection and served on a tasty sauce and topped with fresh dill. Giovedi is located in Chinatown and is a cozy restaurant with a nice outdoor seating area. Its comfortable and not too noisy that you can't have a nice conversation. I would recommend it for a nice night out. I'll be returning myself to try some of the other uniquely, deliciously prepared dishes! read more

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I dined at the Bar on Sunday evening and enjoyed chatting with the other diners. Dave is a great bartender! The NA Skyliner Spritz was amazing. I really enjoyed the Onion Dip and Prosciutto San Daniele appetizers and made them my dinner. Parking in Chinatown can be difficult, so I took a Lyft. They won 2025 Best New Restaurant from Honolulu Magazine & they deserve it! read more

Giovedi - NA Skyliner Spritz - Asian Fusion Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Wow, where do I begin? Food, ambiance, service all 10/10. This Italian Asian fusion restaurant is located in Downtown Honolulu. If you're from here you know packing in this area is rough. If you're lucky you can find a meter parking but if not there's a few paid lots in the surrounding blocks. We made a reservation on Open Table for 5:45 pm and were seated immediately. To start, we got the Hokkaido milk rolls and onion dip plus the prosciutto San Daniele per the suggestion of our server. The milk rolls were soft and the garlic butter was the perfect complement. The onion dip was served cold with shrimp chips which was yummy. And we were so glad we ordered the prosciutto because it was the star of the appetizers. You stuff the bread with the prosciutto along with the pickles & it made for the perfect bite. The brine of the pickles cut through the fat of the meat and was excellent. As for the mains, we ordered the dan mien Vietnam-atriciana, capellini granchio, gnocchi mabolognese and char siu pork. Everything was excellent but my favorite had to be the gnocchi. The beef cheek ragu literally melted in your mouth. I would come back just for that dish alone. We ended with the tiramisu and that was the perfect cherry on top to a delicious meal. With a bottle of wine plus tip, everything came out to around $350 and was enough to feed our group of 4 comfortably. Definitely a splurge but well worth it for a date night or dinner with friends. read more

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Needs improvement Everything takes so long Food is mediocre Sat us next to the trash read more

Giovedi has some of the most creative food we have had in Hawaii. The chef's background really shows. He is originally from Vietnam, learned Italian cooking in New York, worked at an Italian restaurant in Hawaii, and then opened his own place. That blend of influences comes through in a thoughtful and unique way. The space is very small inside, so reservations are a must. Definitely do not try to walk in unless you are lucky. The onion dip five ways with shrimp chips was a standout. I loved the different textures and layers of flavor. Fun, savory, and very well executed. The scallop carpaccio was a miss for me. The orange on it was extremely sour, almost like a Sour Patch candy, and completely overpowered the dish. The scallops were also an odd temperature, not cold and not warm, just kind of room temperature. The egg noodle dish with Chinese sausage was delicious and very creative. Easily one of the best dishes we ordered and something I would happily get again. Taking off a star for a few things. The carrot cake was way too dense, although the ginger ice cream paired with it was excellent and creative. We also asked for chili oil and the server brought it out and charged three dollars without telling us there would be a charge. That should have been communicated upfront instead of showing up on the bill. Overall, Giovedi is a really interesting and inventive restaurant, but with enough misses to land at four stars. read more

Excellent service! Greeted as soon as we walked in & bright to our table. Once seated we had the sweetest and kindest waitress. She was attentive and very focused on serving all her tables. Ambiance was hip and modern vibe with nice comfortable lighting. The food was sooooo delish and flavors were robust. We started with the capellina grancio which was creamy, crunchy and tasty, the grilled kampachi was cooked to perfection and flavors & the fresh dill was so yummy! Next, the mushroom donburi had perfect texture of crunchy, mushroom umami, Wow these dishes did not disappoint! The chef was spot on with his sauces and fresh ingredients ! Will be back very soon! read more

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Getting better all the time! This unique gem in Chinatown is an incredibly creative Asian-Italian fusion with an incredible staff and warm atmosphere. Do ask about the specials because they are just that Special! This time we dined alfresco in the courtyard out back which was delightful. The delicious food is complimented with creative mixology of mock and cocktails. Must try, unique! read more

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Absolutely amazing food and drinks. The garlic pasta was insanely good. The staff was very friendly. Not only that but this place was recommended by multiple other bartenders, restaurant owners, and servers on our trip so you know its good. I would love to go back next time I am there. It would be great for date night and is very intimate. read more

A really good vibe and a great bar scene. Amazing bartender who made me his signature old-fashioned. The food was delicious, creative in combinations of flavors and textures. Our party really enjoyed the food, but we were disappointed that there was not coffee offered at the end of the meal. The service was good, waiter was a bit ambitious and lingered longer than necessary! read more

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Pleasantly surprised on how great the food, service and atmosphere was. From the moment we walked in, everyone was very inviting. We had reservations at 5:30 pm and were seated promptly in the left back corner. Our server was very knowledgeable and helpful with the menu. We started off with some cocktails. If you like Calpico, like my boyfriend then the Sun Chong Spritz cocktail is for you!! Slight sweetness and a very refreshing taste. If you like a little sweeter cocktail with a fruity flavor, then the Chromakey dreamcoat is the cocktail for you. Then, we began our appetizer portion and that's we were blown away by the flavors!!! We had the Nairagi Crudo, Scallop Carpaccio, Prosciutto San Daniele. As each appetizer came out we were so surprised with the flavors and couldn't wait for the next dish to come out. Everything was nice and light and wasn't overpowered by the other flavors in each dish. Next came our entrees, we had the Capellini Granchio, Char Siu pork and an order of the Hokkaido bread which we used to mop up all the saucy goodness from both dishes. We really enjoyed the pasta dish, and had commented on the type of pasta that was used. We both agreed if a different pasta was used it would make the dish really heavy, but the use of angel hair pasta was perfect!!! The showstopper for us was the Char Siu pork. It was perfectly cooked and was accompanied by red wine plums. Make sure if you have this dish, eat each piece of pork with a slice of plum then take a piece of soft Hokkaido bread to mop up the sauce. Lastly, we finished our feast with the Five-spice carrot cake which was pretty tasty. But we enjoyed the ginger gelato more than the cake itself. It had a very light taste, that helped to cleanse the palate. We really enjoyed Glovedi and will definitely be back to try the other dishes!!! read more

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If I could give 3.5 that would be my true rating. First of all, service is great. Server was attentive and went out of his way to get me some hot water. What was amazing is the appetizers. We got the scallops and the prosciutto with a donut puff. The scallops were fresh and the brown butter bites made it taste amazing. The pastas were not good. I'd say the gnocchi mapo was be very tasty and the gnocchi was so soft. However, they gave two tiny pieces of meat. So disappointing and the size was not enough for one serving, more like an appetizer. The server described the crab pasta full with crab but it had absolutely crumbs and 2 tiny pieces. The crab pasta did not taste like crab. It was a butter lemon pasta for $37. Sooo much lemon and butter it was too rich. The table next to us got it first and I thought, I hope it's not the crab pasta cause it didn't look like it. They also did not finish it. It's too buttery. The price for the pastas were not worth it. So disappointed. It's sad that the appetizers were better than the entrees and had more protein. Not sure if I am coming back, but if I do, I will not order the pasta. read more

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This place delivers. They took over Encore in 2024 and I had the pleasure of trying their menu when they first opened. Everything is exceptional, including their wine selection. China town has such a hip restaurant scene and this place is just what was needed. We had their Washgyu, milk rolls, carpaccio and have tried a selection of their wines. I've been back several times, and brought friends, because it's been such a fun time. 10/10. Can't wait to come back again read more

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Wow I must really like this place because I went twice in one week! Sunday night : Perfect pretheater venue with great drinks and food! We were able to walk in and sit at the bar which allowed us to see the food being beautifully plated and the prosciutto being sliced. You can also sit at high or low tops for 2 or in the courtyard in back. I got the Sun Chong Spritz because it was highlighted on the menu. It was pretty good but I preferred my friend 's 84 Pontiac Dream. Our other friend got a glass of wine. We all shared a plate of Prosciutto San Daniele which was just the right appetizer for us. Our savvy server suggested we add on another Vietnamese sesame donut since there were 3 of us and only 2 donuts per order. They were kinda like gindui but not sticky or oily. You cut open the top and put in the thinly sliced prosciutto and giardiniera to make a delightful little sandwich. Friday night : Since I enjoyed the vibe and wanted to try more of the food I returned a few days later. We were lucky to get a table without reservations. DRINK : Many of the cocktails intrigued me but I decided to go with the SETEC Astronomy "a curious boozy fusion" root beer drink even though our server described it as "interesting". It was unique in a good way. Mixed with all the other flavors, the root beer wasn't so recognizable. Loved the very thinly sliced lemon peel garnish and the beautiful glass it was serve in. FOOD; *** The Green Salad was a beautiful mixture of of butter lettuce, romaine, endives and some watercress, topped with thinly sliced hearts of palm, parmigiano reggiano, and crumbled croutons (so you get the flavor of toast without the rough texture of huge croutons which can sometimes cut your palate) it was dressed with just the right amount of vinegrette which allowed the natural sweetness of the lettuce to shine through. Chef's kiss! Simple but excellent. This may have been one of the best green salads I've had! ***The Gnocchi mabolognese was also a winner with its soft pillowy flour (not potato) pasta, tender Wagyu beef cheek ragu with a dollop of whipped tofu, perfect for lactose intolerants. A wonderful combination of flavors and textures. The Scallop Crudo appetizer consisted of very thin slices of scallops topped with brown butter crumbles, crispy leeks and bits of fresh orange that brightened it. I liked the flavors of the condiments but if you are hungry I recommend getting something more substantial. Grazie to our knowledgeable and attentive server Jordan and Giovedi for another lovely evening on Hotel St. read more

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First time trying this place on Sunday night. What we really enjoyed was as follows: PROSCIUTTO SAN DANIELE vietnamese sesamo donuts, giardiniera pickles ONION DIP onion five ways, warm shrimp chips We would pass SCALLOP CRUDO, due to hokkaido scallop wasn't prepared as we expected and we felt too much toppings. read more

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Ever had Vietnamese donuts with your prosciutto? Giovedì in Chinatown is flipping the script on Italian cuisine--with bold Asian flavors in every bite. From Gnocchi Mabolognese (yes, that's doubanjiang in the beef cheek ragù) to natural wines and patio vibes, this spot is a must for anyone who loves fusion done right. Located in the heart of Honolulu's historic Chinatown, Giovedì is redefining date night and foodie adventures, one handmade dish at a time. The food is awesome, the Vibe and atmosphere is chill and hip... Our server was very nice add attentive. However the only negatives are our drinks took forever... we arrived early so we sat at the bar and ordered a Mocktail and a beer... it took over 10-15 for the beer... and it was in a bottle not even draft... then when the rest of our party arrived, we ordered drinks and it took forever, where we thought they forgot... but I think it was whoever was working the bar or they could of been short staffed cause it wasn't that busy.. and secondly , the food portions are a little on the smaller side for the price, but all in all, we had a great time! And that what you go out for. So I'll let you be the judge when you go and let me know how you liked it. read more

Our server Tony was down-to-earth and knowledgeable! He also gave us rosé for our anniversary! EVERY dish was delectable. We ordered salted Hokkaido milk rolls, which I enjoyed with the black garlic butter. I also could not stop eating the onion dip with the shrimp chips (I wish they offered more of the dip and chips!). We also tried the dan mien Vietnam-Articiana, which was my favorite of the pastas we tried (the other being the capellini granchio, which had a nice crunch to it, but I just love red sauces more). We finished with the char siu pork, which my partner enjoyed. I can't wait to return to try other items!!! read more

Giovedi - Carrot cake with ice cream, v scrumptious and sweet and THICC (dense)! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Go now to Giovedi! Oh man... so glad we chose to go here, it was a fantastic meal. We were seated at the bar, closest to the kitchen so we got to see the dishes come out and get finished off by the Chef. The Hokkaido milk rolls with black garlic was soooo good. The color of the butter is a little off putting because of the black garlic but one bite and you will forget about the color! I also loved the mushroom rice. It had cripsy rice bits on top, which made the texture really good. The clam pasta is good but very seafoody tasting due to the XO sauce. It was a little too much for me but my boyfriend really loved it. We parked in the underground municipal lot, which isn't far away and rates are reasonable. read more

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Giovedi's is an absolute gem. Every dish we tried was full of flavor, beautifully plated, and clearly made with care. We started with the scallop crudo, mind blown! What a great combination of flavors. I don't eat raw fish as much anymore but this definitely made me miss it! We also got the torchan and salad to share , but we're great choices! The salad was huge! The torchan was good too but our bread was burnt but I would still get it next time!! My bf got the crab pasta which he said he really enjoyed! He found quite a few huge pieces of crab, so he was very happy! I got the mushroom donburi, which I wouldn't typically try, since I usually like more filling things, but it was actually my favorite dish! Despite the small looking size, this really was the final blow to a great night! The mixture of the black rice and pine nut crunch was so good! Unfortunately, I didn't get a pictures of the drinks we ordered! My bf enjoyed both of the drinks he got and I liked the sprite i ordered haha !But our bartender, Don, did an amazing job with helping us decide what to get that night! He was very attentive and gave us a great experience! Highly recommend Giovedi's if you're looking for great food, good drinks, and top-tier hospitality. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Came here for the first time in April 2025 for my birthday. My apologies for forgetting the name of some items. Here's a super quick breakdown of it all. Food - 4/5 - flavor 5/5 - food temperature 3.5/5 - texture 5/5 - time it took to get to our table 3.5/5 - portion size (kind of small) 3.5/5 - cost Drinks - 5.5 - flavor/cocktails, strength, temperature 4.5/5 - beer temperature (according to husband) 4.5/5 - time it took to get to our table 4.5/5 - cost Dessert 2/5 - 5 spice carrot cake was pretty dry, and the 5 spice and ginger flavor over powdered the carrot flavor. Maybe that was the goal but it wasn't for me Menu is short and sweet Ambiance n such ... Ambiance was nice with soft lighting indoors, we sat inside by the bar along the wall. One thing I'd consider changing is the super uncomfortable wire high seating along the wall, I feel like it was the same uncomfortable seats from the previous Encore Saloon restaurant. After sitting in those chairs in short skirts/ shorts you have the ugly imprint on the back of your legs. I didn't want to be seen walking around after that. Would return to try other items. This time in PANTS in case we end up sitting in those wire seats lol. read more

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Aloha, our first time to this new location, prior only visited pre fixe pop-up at restaurant row. Pleasantly happy at delicious dishes chef does with a permanent kitchen, nice. I like the use of Thai and Asian spices in the dishes as well as European flavors from caviar in an onion dip on shrimp chips to lemon grass in clams, all so ono. And yes there is still Italian pasta to be had, nice. We had 4 of us which worked well to get a good variety as great for sharing dishes. So bring a date or meet friends, Enjoy! read more

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Came here with a friend to catch up and celebrate the end of a rough work week and my birthday. We parked in one of the Chinatown Municipal lots one street over and walked over to the restaurant. We made reservations in advance and got seated immediately upon check-in. Our Server and the staff were friendly and amazing. They had great recommendations for both food and drinks. I got the Mango Vodka & my friend got the Strawbroni - Both were excellent! For the Mango Vodka, they partnered with Sun Chong for their Mangoes! (Love supporting local!) For our food, we decided on the Ahi Carpaccio, Mushroom Donburi, Capellini Granchio, and finished off with the 5-Spice Carrot Cake. Everything was delicious and prepared meticulously for a beautiful presentation. There were other dishes we wanted to try but couldn't because we were so full. The Italian-Asian fusion is evident in each bite of food. The Ahi Carpaccio had hints of mild spice balanced with the tartness of the shiso - So good! The Mushroom Donburi had puffy rice which gave the dish amazing texture and the hint of roasted pine nuts balanced the mushroom flavor beautifully (my fave dish of the night). The Capellini Granchio was not too heavy and there were lumps of crab meat intertwined throughout the noodles! The carrot cake is served with a side of Ginger Gelato which was refreshing and balanced out the cake wonderfully. They served this dish with a candle to recognize our birthday celebration (such a sweet touch!) We will definitely come back to try other drinks and dishes in the future! The ambiance is calm and friendly - Perfect vibes to end a crazy work week or busy day! read more

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I've been probably 15 times in the past year, a mix of bar, dinner, private event, special guest, and walk-in visits. The food, service, and ambience are to die for! Favorite dishes: The prosciutto, Jin dui, and giardinera (tip: pop those bad boys, stuff' & swallow) Kampachi (all day) The Mapo Gnocchi IS LIFE AFFIRMING. (I just finished a week of cooking and eating Sichuan, and this was the perfect capstone to that. Whipped tofu YES and a beautiful portion of pillowy gnocchi under a blanket of mapo sauce MMM! All the staff and bar team are phenomenal. Shoutout Michael, Dave, Jen, and Chef Bao. Love it here and will be back again. (Tomorrow?) read more

The BTS concert trio (world food tour duo plus one) dined at Giovedi on Hotel St. prior to seeing Ronny Chieng at Hawaii Theater. We were seated out in the patio area under a large white awning to shield us from the intermittent showers. I ordered a 2015 Barolo Bussia Riserva "Cascina Dardi" from Alessandro Fantino. I've come to appreciate Italian wines and this Barolo, although lightish in coloration, offered a lot of fruit, spice and earthiness and opened up during the evening. We had to order the Hokkaido Milk Rolls ... Four warm and luscious rolls served with black garlic butter; the Mango Panzanella (special), the Onion Dip with sesame chips in place of the shrimp chips (shellfish allergy), Mushroom Donburi, Dan Mien Vietnam Atriciana, Foie Gras Torchon, and the Washugyu Flat Iron Steak. The mango appetizer came with a round of fresh mozzarella and croutons ... the fruit was sweet and complimented the cheese ... A sweet and savory winner! The onion dip was prepared similar to hummus ... The chips were fine, but I would have preferred some toast points or pita bread. The Foie Gras Torchon came with a (sort of) quenelle of caramelized onions and pieces of olive oil toast. This bread would be great with the onion dip. The Dan Mien was egg noodles from Yat Tung Chow on King St. with lap xuong (lup cheong to us locals), Pecorino Romano and pickled peppers ... We should have ordered two plates as we scarfed up the noodles quickly. The mushroom donburi was a combination of Nanatsuboshi white rice and Venere black rice, sliced mushrooms, dressed with cilantro pesto, pine nuts and shavings of Pecorino Romano cheese. I didn't care for this dish, but my tablemates loved it. The Washugyu flat iron steak was served sliced with a broccoli salsa verde, slivers of crispy garlic and a mustard sauce. The steak came medium rare and was tender and flavorful. Our server dropped off a dish of Gnocchi Mapolonese ... This was a wonderful dish .... Large gnocchi with a beef check ragu, topped with a dollop of whipped tofu. We ended our meal by sharing Mrs. Tran's Tiramisu. It was the classic tiramisu ... One bite was enough for me. The world food tour duo loves the food at Giovedi ... the menu is inventive, the wine list offers something for almost anyone and the prices are reasonable in today's environment. Plus, the owners are such nice people. Recommended! read more

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Went here to celebrate my bf's promotion - and it was one of the best meals I have ever had. The dinner rolls, the apps, and my pasta were delicious. Was also really impressed with the wine list. Highly recommend! read more

Hostess was condescending and unwelcoming. Food was good, but portions were extremely small for the price. Service was spotty and it was difficult to get what you asked for. read more

Note: Sorry no pics. Device free dining with friends. Every now and then a fusion eatery makes a splash with bold new creation. They shine for a while and just as quickly as they appeared, poof, gone. Chinese pizza, Japanese hotdogs, Korean burritos. Now Vietnamese / Italian. Intro aside, this is a fun fusion. Strong flavors, umami supercharging and the unique effect when you'd say "that taste strange" is dismissed as "experimentation". For starters, the scallop Carpaccio shines. Earthiness of the crushed pistachio nuts plays up the nuttiness of the browned butter that in turn make the sweet oceanic taste of the scallop shine all tempered with a burst of citrus. Do not pass on the Hokkaido milk rolls. Pillowy soft with a good balance of sweet and savory. The black garlic (not to be confused with burnt garlic) butter, adding another dimension. For pasta, the "Dan Mien Vietnam-Atriciana", their take on the classic Roman amatriciana, replaces the guanciale with lap xuong sausage and Italian pasta with egg noodles packs a flavor punch. Sweet, rich, cheesy, who doesn't like that? All is not perfect. The grilled kampachi is presented beautifully with perfectly crisped skin but the fish itself, overcooked and slightly dry. The "Char Siu Pork" featuring a kurobuta rib chop, while perfectly cooked, lacked the expected roasted meat, burnt maltose and umami notes of fermented tofu that you crave from freshly made char siu. Small but well chosen Italian focused wine list. Good selection of spirits including a nice selection of amaro to close the meal. Bohemian chic decor. Friendly, competent service. A fun dining experience that is best suited for good spirited foodies who love to make comments at the table as they sample this and that. LOL! Enjoy Gioivedi while you can because fusion eateries come and go like the blink of an eye and none has stood the test of time. read more

Pros: cute atmosphere, good service, and Hokkaido milk rolls. Cons: Small portions with underwhelming flavor. Grilled Kamalani tasted like gas from the torch they probably used to crisp the skin. Dungeness crab pasta had a subtle flavor. Vietnamese pasta didn't taste at all like there was a Vietnamese influence except for the egg noodles. Nothing really stood out to me flavor wise. And not to mention the prices didn't help. They claim that their dishes are best shared family style...However, one pasta is maybe enough for one person. I don't mind smaller portions but to say "family style" is misleading. I expect something family style to at least be able to be shared amongst 4 people. Came for a friend's birthday and was bummed the meal wasn't what we were anticipating. Probably won't be back :( read more

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Came here for a round of drinks while waiting for our table at Fete. The cocktails were phenomenal. I really enjoyed my Peacock Tail (a tequila sour). We got a little hungry so we also ordered their crudo appetizer. Everyone in the group said it was the best crudo they had ever tasted. I can't wait to come back and try more! read more

It was a Saturday night, wifey & I were given tickets by our oldest daughter to Phil at Hawai'i Theater. Made 6pm dinner reservations, staff was great, polite, informative on what's on the menu and their suggestions & recommendations. Quality, taste & portions was great! Got a little noisy as more customers came in but that's expected. Dessert was great too but that took more the 15-20 minutes to come out! That was way too long for dessert! Overall, Giovedi was great, everything would have been perfect except dessert kind of killed it. read more

Very nice ambiance. Once you're inside the restaurant you'll forget you're on hotel street. The outdoor seating is nice and doesn't feel crowded. Service is friendly and efficient The food was a little underwhelming. The hit of the evening was the scallops Crudo. It was so good we ordered seconds. I'd recommend it for a nice date where you can have a conversation, a drink and pupus. Not a place for the hungry. The fusion is imaginative but the taste was mediocre. read more

Oh man, we were excited to come to Giovedi but our experience was unfortunately subpar. We made a reservation well before our trip to Hawaii and were looking forward to this meal the entire time. We arrived for our dinner reservation, but our table wasn't ready yet. Instead, we were instructed to wait outside on the street while other parties were allowed to wait inside the restaurant, and some were even seated immediately. Approximately 15 minutes after our reservation time, we were brought to our table, which was outside and the farthest table in the back, barely covered by the awning. It was raining that night, and our table and chairs weren't fully covered by the awning. That's fine, we understand Giovedi doesn't control the weather, but our hostess just walked away after seeing that our table and chairs were blatantly being rained on. We ended up having to move our table and chairs ourselves and asked other guests if they could scoot over to make room. We also noticed several other open tables much more fully covered, but we weren't offered the option to move. After placing our order, our first two items came insanely quickly - like within 3-5 minutes. We were taken aback by how quickly the food arrived and even started adjusting our post-dinner plans, thinking the meal would wrap up a lot faster than expected. Then, we proceeded to sit there and wait for a full 45 minutes for our other 2 dishes. It was extremely confusing and a terribly paced meal and dining experience. In terms of food itself, everything was fine but deeply overpriced. We got the scallop crudo and crab capellini, which came super quickly. Both were fine but small portioned. The kanpachi was cooked well but was literally sitting in a bed of its own fish juices with pickled gai choy that tastes like the gai choy you get out of a bag. The mushroom donburi had 10x more rice than mushroom and felt heavy yet unsatisfying. We also tried a few cocktails, all of which were very sweet and not strong. Our waiter was kind enough and brought us a few complimentary drinks to apologize for the wait. We ultimately spent $200 and ended up eating a second dinner. Also, because we were seated outside, we had to dodge a cockroach that was running around while we were eating. read more

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TL;DR Awesome Italian/Asian fusion cuisine in the heart of Downtown. Hokkaido Milk Rolls = ONO Hokkaido Scallop Crudo = ONO Capellini Granchio = ONO Grilled Kampachi = ONO Washugyu Flat Iron Steak = ONO ----- Unfortunately, I was never able to check out the Giovedi pop-up, so I was extremely happy to hear they opened a permanent location conveniently located in downtown Honolulu. I was able to secure a Saturday evening reservation for my wife and I on the Resy app. We parked at Mark's Garage, which is one block away. My wife and I came thirsty so we immediately ordered a couple round of cocktails. All the drinks were fantastic. For appetizers, we started with the Hokkaido Milk Rolls and Scallop Crudo. I would certainly order both again, but the milk rolls in particular were divine. They were fluffy, warm, and buttery on the inside with a salty and crisp crust. Plus the accompanying black garlic butter was delish. For our carb selections we went with the capellini and the gnocchi. The capellini was light but creamy, full of texture, and wonderfully flavored. I loved this dish. The gnocchi was also superb; it was clearly inspired by one of my favorite Chinese dishes, mapo tofu. Finally, for our protein dishes we chose the kampachi and the flat iron steak. Both were fantastic. The body of the fish was flaky and delicate, while the skin was salty and crunchy. Awesome contrast. Plus the tare was perfectly umami. The steak was cooked perfectly and again was inspired by Chinese cuisine with the obvious nod to good old beef and broccoli. I would absolutely order both these dishes again. We finished with the tiramisu, which was bomb and the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. I can't wait to go back to try the other dishes we didn't have the opportunity to order this time around. I am excited to see what Giovedi does in the future! read more

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"Italian-ish restaurant celebrating Asian flavors," is honestly the best way to describe this place. It's a total vibe on Hotel Street! When entering the establishment, there's a huge bar with the kitchen on the right hand side, a few high tops on the left, leading to the back of their restaurant that has an outdoor area that can accommodate larger parties. I gotta say, Anthony is THE most hospitable person that I've ever met, literally makes you want to dine and try out the entire menu. Also shout out to Kyle, I see you busting your butt, garnishing, making pastries and running in the back to help the kitchen when they're behind on orders. The Hokkaido Milk Rolls with/Black Garlic Butter really fill you up, and it's hard not to eat just one, when it's house-made fresh daily, slathered in that garlic butter. The Prosciutto San Daniele was very interesting! The sesame Vietnamese donuts are yummy! And the pickles cut the saltiness of the prosciutto. Though the cuts of prosciutto were huge, so we ate it deconstructed for the most part, which probably defeated the purpose of the dish's blend of flavors. The Onion Dip, my absolute fave! I can definitely appreciate a crisp shrimp chip. By the time we got to the mains, we were already stuffed but we continued to push through. The Grilled Kampachi had a perfectly crisp skin and the flavors in the tare sauce were yummy! The Capellini (skinny noodles, not my personal fave type of noodle) were prepared well, so that they weren't overcooked, tossed in a light lemony sauce. But you know we had to leave room for Mrs. Tran's Tiramisu, made with Amaro Nonino. Light, fluffy and left me wanting more, like a whole slab more! We will definitely be back to try all the items that we couldn't the first go-around! read more

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We celebrated our friend's birthday last night at Giovedi and had the most fabulous dinner! We tried almost the entire menu and thoroughly enjoyed each dish. The steak, char siu, and pastas were my favorite. They've also got an awesome wine list and delicious cocktails. The service was decent for us being such a large party but drinks took a little while to come out. We sat outside on their patio that has a wonderful ambiance with their bistro lighting. We previously tried their pop up in Restaurant Row and are happy to see them find their permanent home in the old Encore Saloon space. read more

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Such a fun spot with great drinks and amazing food. We first got a chance to taste the amazing dishes at the secret pop-up in Restaurant Row. Now they've put down some roots in a fine establishment downtown. Great place for date night or to hang out with friends. Service is always fast and friendly. You really can't go wrong with any dish! read more

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GIOVEDI Chinatown | Honolulu, HI FOOD - Hokkaido Milk Rolls: I miss Hokkaido all the time, so what a treat this was. This bread is so soft, mildly sweet, and served with a delicious contrasting rich black garlic butter. Hokkaido Scallop Crudo: My FAVORITE dish of the night. The texture was perfect and the flavors were delicate. It was fresh and each bite was delicious. Capellini Granchio: LEMON AND PASTA BELONG TOGETHER. The miso breadcrumbs brought all the umami, but I love me some acid. The crab came in bits and pieces, but not much of its flavor shined through. Mushroom Donburi: Mushroom dishes are always my favorite to try. This was good and the crispy rice was a nice treat. Char Siu: Okay, so I was utterly surprised when I tried this and loved it. I was reluctant to order it at first, but my fiancé insisted. I was not disappointed. It was tender and the five spice was delicious. Upscale take on a classic? Count me in. Now that the food discussion is over... LOCATION - Chinatown parking will always be an issue that comes up. It's fine, you'll live. People say there are a lot of unhoused individuals in the area as if it's a deterrent - have some empathy, friends. Unhoused people are humans with stories and a past like all of us. Anyway, I digress. There are lots of cool after-dinner (drinks and dessert) spots that are nearby, so that's a plus. AMBIANCE - I like the red brick walls. I miss the abundance of them from my time in Seattle. This building is one of my favorites in Chinatown and adds to the aesthetic. Not great seating (I think mostly barstools or tight spaces), so not super comfy, but it is hip, which I dig. There is a courtyard with more comfy seating, which is pretty dreamy honestly. PRICE - This isn't a spot for cheap eats and the price point is a bit higher than some in the area It is a bit pricey for what you get, but if you're choosing to have a nice fancier meal made with lots of intention and love, this is it. Tip: if you're going on a date, request to eat at the bar. Watching the kitchen wizards do their thing makes the meal even more special. read more

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now open in their own brick & mortar spot in chinatown! its chinatown, so parking is always nasty. though you can luck out. good thing is that since theyre only open for dinner you have a better chance at finding free street parking reservations are easy to make. you can always try and chance it too and just walk in. the bar usually has open spots too, but i dont think you can eat at the bar, drinks only (they didnt offer us dinner menus the last time we just sat at the bar) menu is more diverse now and not prix fixe. lots of options including daily specials. i really liked the salad, and it was pretty huge too. onion dip is always a must. the hokkaido rolls are always good to. made in house, theyre super soft and pillowy. mushroom donburi was interesting and not at all what i was expecting. especially since i was not expecting it to be crunchy! washugyu steak is a smaller portion but super tender. read more

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I went here with my hubby to celebrate our anniversary because it was recommended by my colleagues. The highlight of the night was the drinks- they were excellent!. However, the food was not very good and did not meet our expectations. Overall, it was not the anniversary experience we were hoping for. read more