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    Kaimuki Town

    4.9 (18 reviews)

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    Angel H.

    I had lunch here with Auntie Nadine. The main street that runs through the heart of Kaimuki is Waialae Ave. They have a ton of eateries in this area. It's honestly the only reason that I come here. Some of my favorites are Noods Ramen Bar, Hale Vietnam and Via Gelato. The biggest hub here is the Waialae Plaza. Happy Days, Big City Diner, Magoos and Nana Ai Katsu are some of the tenants. They have a big lot that you can pay and park in. Street parking is difficult to find.

    Feb W.

    What happens in Kaimuki will remain at Kaimuki. Sorry but I can't help myself not to share my juanderful (wonderful) experience in this humble town. Just a 15minute drive I will be immersed in this town and every time it gives me aches on where to dine, to shop and to park as well. LoL. Too many of everything and every now and then newly popped up restaurants are coming. It was overwhelming - in a good way. This town will never get old and if does, this will never get out of trend amongst locals and tourists alike. This town has always something to offer for every ages in life. There are also downside as well (like every town in every place): parking, trash, homeless people, annoying customer services and traffic. It's normal and either we like it or not, we all need to deal with it to get it over. Overall, t'was a pleasure doing business in here. Come visit and enjoy! Mahalo for reading and enjoy juandering fellow yeeps!

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    Irene M.

    The OG K-Town is so showing how things are done! Homegrown up in Kapahulu area and was pretty much kept in the general area there, then as I grew older and got experience outside towards Kaimuki not knowing how blessed I am to have all this basically in my backyard. Still many of the old has remained and new small business have founds its way each are so individually special in its own way you see crowds of people around different places outside waiting patiently for their turn. From upscale to small scale there is so much going on that sometimes I need the help from Yelp to find them. Keeping it Kaimuki will always have a special place in my heart...Thank you!!

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    Summer Solstice  Domo - salmon poke bowl

    Summer Solstice Domo

    5.0(11 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    Our Sweet Hostess Terry K. coordinated with the very generous owner of Domo Cafe and our Yelp…read morefamily had a wonderful time this evening! In a very organized fashion, I received the invitation and quickly RSVPed to lock this into my calendar. For a reasonable set price, we enjoyed a fresh sashimi salad, udon, and a choice of poke bowl or Nigiri. I really appreciated the gently event reminders from Terry K. because it gave me time to assemble goodie bags for 20 guests. Thank you Li Y. for picking me up and so glad we were able to find parking. The food was delicious and the service was stellar. I really enjoyed the crisp salad with fresh sashimi on top! The yuzu salmon poke bowl was incredibly delicious over seasoned rice. The udon was perfect finish our pre fixed meal. This was an excellent opportunity to catch up with friends, including our former CM Emi :) Thank you to everyone who brought goodies to share too. Mahalo again Terry! This was a great summer solstice gathering :)

    Thank you Terry K. for this delectable and fun event. Delicious food, wonderful friendships made,…read moreand a one of a kind event! Thank you Mr. Wu and family for inviting us to your Kahala Domo Cafe and allowing all of us to experience and enjoy fresh nigiri sushi, sashimi salad, poke bowls, refreshing Yuzu udon and so much more. Your outstanding service and top quality of food is greatly appreciated. Thank you all for the goodies and treats shared amongst us all! I'm grateful for your generosity and talent! This Summer Solstice event is one to remember! Thank you everyone! Truly a thankful Thursday!

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    Summer Solstice  Domo - So organized, yellow strips of paper with meal choice and collection of dinner fees

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    Leila - Basteeya (duck confit, phyllo, apricots, almonds) Mourad's specialty

    Leila

    4.2(68 reviews)
    0.4 miKaimuki
    $$$$

    This review is long overdue. I thought about not posting it as cannot comment on the food but only…read moreon the poor experience that was solely based on the manager, who said his name is Brandon, for his disgusting behavior and unprofessionalism. However it needs to be shared as I was not able to get in touch with the owner to handle this matter directly. From drafts to published, even if it is 11 months later. When Leila first opened I was very excited to check it out. So for my birthday this year, had a reservation made to celebrate. Unfortunately that day there was a tragic fatality on H3 and I got stuck in it, which would have caused me to miss our initial reservation. My friend called the restaurant to update and the manager let us push it back. He had to call back again as I was still stuck and the road was closed with no where to be able to turn around. He called the restaurant again and told me the manager gave him some attitude but that they'd "keep the kitchen open for us" and seat us late. He also mentioned the manager had some attitude as if he thought we were just trying to bounce on our reservation, strange. By the time I arrived at my friend's house, I was tired from being in traffic for 3ish hours but it was my birthday after all, so we drove to town. As we are about to walk into the restaurant, the door opens and a man shoulder checks me. I thought nothing of it, assuming a customer had one too many and was on his way out. We were sat and ordered a round of cocktails. The restaurant had a few open tables and some dinners in the midst of their meals. I noticed Leila's menu is a fixed price coursed menu not à la carte and I realized that given how late it now was (around 9:30pm) that I could not eat multiple courses as I normally don't eat a large amount so late in the evening. We told our server who until this point had been very friendly. The manager came over after and I was shocked to realized it was the same person who shoulder checked me upon entry. He starts angrily speaking at us about lost profits and revenue because we won't dine and that our table could have gone to someone else. I could not believe being spoken to like this as he continued on and raised his voice so others dining took notice. I've worked at restaurants in my younger years and such unprofessionalism from a manager toward a customer is unimaginable. After I firmly told him multiple times why were were late again, he dismissed the traffic and accident as if I'm lying to which I even tried showing him my cars gps tracking from the traffic. He continued to speak of his lost profits, which as a dinning customer is not my business or concern, found that very tacky behavior. I firmly told him I do not eat large meals so late so would only want one one entree not 4 but given his rude behavior I've lost all appetite and would like to pay for the drinks and leave. He comped our drinks, mostly so he could charge the no show fee I bet, because the charge showed up a few days later on the credit card. However even the customer service agent at the credit card company was in disbelief that when we called to explain she immediately reversed it. I tried to get a business card for the owner but failed and the manager hid like a coward in the open kitchen while we finished our drinks despite me asking the server for him to please give me the managers contact info. Because of this experience, I have zero desire to go back to Leila or frankly other establishments by the same owner, which is unfortunate as Miro was one of my favorites. At least until I know this so called manager is no longer affiliated.

    Leila continues to impress with a new menu every month, and this visit was nothing short of…read moreexceptional -- every bite was delicious, creative, and beautifully executed. We started with the endive and grapes with burrata, which was refreshing, cold, and perfectly balanced in flavor. The highlight for me was their take on Carbonara -- not a pasta dish, but just as indulgent, with slow-cooked egg, pancetta, and peas. Rich, comforting, and absolutely fabulous. The "extras" are not to be missed. The oysters were pristine, the Hokkaido uni brioche lived up to its reputation (a must-order!), and the focaccia was simply to die for -- crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and perfectly timed to arrive alongside the carbonara. The beef cheek with homemade cavatelli was hearty, tender, and packed with flavor, while the meal ended on a perfect note with a classic crème brûlée. Leila's bar program deserves its own spotlight. Their cocktails are always among the best in town -- inventive, balanced, and downright fun. Even the mocktails are crafted with the same creativity; my mango lassi came topped with a thick, airy mango foam that turned a simple drink into a delightful surprise. Between the rotating menu, consistently excellent food, and inventive drinks, Leila is the kind of restaurant you want to return to again and again. Highly recommend making this a regular stop -- especially if you love being surprised by what's next.

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    Leila - Charred Cabbage (vadouvan, date, charmoula, allium)

    Charred Cabbage (vadouvan, date, charmoula, allium)

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    Choco le'a - Seasonal Item: 3pc Candy Truffle Box with Nerds, Twix, and Caramel Apple

    Choco le'a

    4.8(191 reviews)
    1.7 miManoa
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    Chocolate fact: In 1847, the British chocolate company J.S. Fry & Sons, led by Joseph Fry and his…read moresons, created the first commercial chocolate bar. By mixing cocoa powder, sugar, and melted cocoa butter, they produced a moldable paste that solidified into a "chocolate délicieux à manger" (delicious chocolate to eat), revolutionizing the industry. Bringing peace to our world, one chocolate at a time. Got the sweetest gift from my Cycle Buddy, Randy S. There was a Spring Dubai Chocolate Bar, delicate mango slices dipped in chocolate, Classic Crunch a le'a (white chocolate, peanut butter, puffed rice cereal, marshmallows, toasted macadamia nuts, dark chocolate chips with a chocolate drizzle), and a trio of delicious truffles (one was definitely rainbow shave ice and two were these had an amazing Hibiki whisky filled center.

    Hidden treat…read more.. Manoa has this cute spot tucked around the corner from Manoa Marketplace which can be easily missed as this cozy spot is quite tiny though prepared yourself from some crafted explosion once you enter their shop. With space for just a few folks to browse their massive display case home to majority of their treats all labeled with description of each item really doesn't help with making the decision of what exactly you came for which was me in a nutshell though knowing it wasn't just for me I wasn't prepared for items like the collab with Fujiya Hawaii with their yummy wafers a pink for Spring/Sakura in my opinion along with their white chocolate was a stunning work of art. Truffles with local vibes like their Rainbow Shave Ice that has the layered flavors, Lilikoi and even Birthday Cake makes celebrating any occasion or just some girls night fun and delicious. You can choose your favorites or a prepackaged box all are done with such care smiles galore are guaranteed. The staff here is just so friendly and helpful as I signed up for their loyalty program as returning here is something that I can see myself doing in the near future. Thank you!

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    Choco le'a - Seasonal Item: European Style Hot Sipping Chocolate w/Chips

    Seasonal Item: European Style Hot Sipping Chocolate w/Chips

    Choco le'a - Seasonal Item: Chocolate Macadamia Nut Sampler

    Seasonal Item: Chocolate Macadamia Nut Sampler

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    Greetings from Hawaii - A Giant Postcard - The photo machine was broken. Tried to capture the mural from the ground but it's huge!

    Greetings from Hawaii - A Giant Postcard

    4.3(4 reviews)
    1.4 miWaikiki

    READ ALL THE REVIEWS!!!! We walked around the whole building…read moretrying to find it and finally asked the hotel front desk. We passed it x2! It's in the alley at the back of the building if you are coming out of the church parking lot go LEFT! It's behind a tall cement white wall. It's huge! And I read the other reviews and went up to the 5th floor didn't need a key and took a picture on the fire escape because the camera was not working I have been collecting these pics and so happy to add another one Super sad that the camera was not working. I wonder if it will ever be fixed?

    I've visited multiple "Greetings" murals across the United States and this is definitely the most…read moreunique one. Instead of a wall, this painting was on the floor of the Alohilani Resort. You can view it from the Swell Bar on the 5th floor of the hotel or from the guest rooms if you're staying here. It's located on the Kealohilani Avenue side of the resort in a small lot that you can most definitely miss if you're not paying attention. It's a beautiful mural already but the cherry on top (no pun intended) is that there's a camera on the top of the building pointing down. There's a computer setup on the wall where you can set the timer to snap a photo of your pose on the mural. Then you can see the photo and even email it to yourself. It's such an unknown gem of Hawaii that provides one amazing postcard.

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    Greetings from Hawaii - A Giant Postcard - From the 5th floor where the pool is located.

    From the 5th floor where the pool is located.

    Greetings from Hawaii - A Giant Postcard
    Greetings from Hawaii - A Giant Postcard

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    Honolulu Museum Of Art - McKinley High art by John Young

    Honolulu Museum Of Art

    4.5(380 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    Black History Film Festival Paint Me a Road Out of Here…read moreThis heartbreaking and humorous documentary uncovers the whitewashed history of Faith Ringgold's masterpiece For the Women's House and follows its 50-year journey from Rikers Island to the Brooklyn Museum. This is a museum see. Your heart will open wide and you see your opportunity to make a difference by caring, giving, and sharing. February 12, 2026 at Honolulu Museum of Art in Doris Duke Theatre. Rochelle L. & Leonard E. Mc Gee were guest of Sandra Simms. Shalom

    This was a great place to visit, away from all the tourist attractions in Waikiki. HoMA is larger…read morethan I would have expected, and there is a great variety of art here--Asian and European art. You probably could spend all day here if you took the time. We did take a rideshare here, so I can't really comment on the parking. Admission was pretty reasonable. If you are a Hawaii resident, you'll get a discount on admission. Of note, I was wearing a lei and they asked me to take it off (they gave me a paper bag to hold onto it). Staff were friendly about it though. We even got to learn a little bit about art in Hawaii, and what I really loved learning was the decorative brick that they use. After that, I started noticing them outdoors, as well as in some local restaurants. There are a couple of courtyards that are just beautiful and peaceful if you get a chance to sit around and take it all in. They have a restaurant, gift shop, as well as a coffee cart. Overall, I would highly recommend visiting!

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    Honolulu Museum Of Art - Part of China exhibit

    Part of China exhibit

    Honolulu Museum Of Art - Checking out a wax figure called 'Secretary'

    Checking out a wax figure called 'Secretary'

    Honolulu Museum Of Art - Chinese Art

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    Chinese Art

    Kaimuki Town - localflavor - Updated May 2026

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