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My 3rd time at La Ciccia and this recent visit was awesome, I really enjoyed our dinner here. I…read morelove the atmosphere, cozy, friendly, and welcoming! Our waitress for the night was Vagoda, like Pagoda, she said we can call her V. she was great, very attentive and made sure we got everything we needed for our party of 7 especially extra wine glasses, ice, napkins, plates, and did I miss anything else. We ordered few appetizers to share family style and the main entrees, along with beer and brought in our bottle of wine $30. corkage fee, also brought in a b-day cake. We had a great time chatting, drinking, and enjoying our meal, cake, stayed at the restaurant a bit longer but the owner and V was very accommodating, we didn't felt rush to get out. For appetizer we got the NY steak appetizer, 2 orders bone marrow, hamachi carpaccio, escargot, smoke salmon salad, mushroom crostini, For main entree we got natto pasta, kinoko pasta, lasagna, and the special of the day king salmon alla spinach. These apps and entree was enjoyed by all of us! I love the marrow, a work for taking out the marrow but it was worth it, very creative, the crostini bread with mushroom, a little on the salty side but cheese mushroom on bread soooo good! The Kinoko pasta, that such a fusion dish and loved everything about it, the king salmon pasta was super tasty, loved the angel hair pasta and spinach on that entree! All in all, everything about La Ciccia is great, I will be back since my hubby wasn't able to join us, I will take him for the next date night!

This restaurant is a blend of Japanese and Italian fusion. They have NATO pasta!…read more Parking was a bit hard. It fills up quickly in the lot next to it. The ambiance is nice and casual to me.

Lasagna 22 Baked 100% with ricotta cheese and house marinara with melted mozzarella cheese

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Sicilian Sausage with pasta in arrabiata sauce.

Aroma Italia

4.4(381 reviews)

1.8 mi•Diamond Head

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.

I ordered the Margherita and first thing I thought was where is basil. I thought I got a wrong…read moreitem. It looked like sliced Nori on the top. This is also not the same as described on their website. First picture is the one on the Website and 2nd one is the one I got. If they mentioned something like they didn't have enough basil at least but nothing and when I opened the box I found out this. It is so disappointing.

Inside

Linguine Meatballs

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Alfredo noodles

La Cucina Ristorante Italiano

4.3(894 reviews)

1.7 mi•Kaka'ako

Dare I say best pasta on island? It's a small restaurant in imperial plaza dishing out outstanding…read morepasta dishes. From crab filled ravioli, to meatballs and red sauce, to lamb shank, salads, mushroom baguettes, seafood pasta, bone marrow appetizers, ricotta cheese with baguettes, risotto, gnocchi, brussel sprouts and more. I went with a friend and they ordered the menu but so lucky to have tried all these dishes. My favorite was the lamb shank! So moist. So rich and flavorful. Intimate small setting, and some bar seating. Service was great. It was kind of warm temperature wise in the restaurant so dress accordingly! Check it out if you are craving Italian!

My partner and I came here on a Saturday night in March. He made a reservation for 8pm. This spot…read moreis known to be a bit harder to snatch a reservation up, as they have their own reservation system sometimes requiring sending emails. We got to our reservation early at around 7:45-7:50. We waited outside and we were seated at around at almost 8:30. I understand that they may not be able to seat us right away, but I think making us wait almost 30 mins AFTER our supposed reservation time was a bit ridiculous. What is the point of a reservation?? When we finally got in, we were seated and scanned the online menu QR code that they bring around. We ordered * Burrata: 8/10. This was simple but good. Super refreshing and burrata tasted fresh. My main issue was with the toast, it wasn't really toasted. If the bread was more toasted, it would have created more of a textual contrast. The crust of the toast was slightly toasted but the inside was basically not at all. * Meatballs: 8.1/10. This was good, the sauce was flavorful and so was the meatballs. I felt like the meatballs had a hint of an "off" flavor. Maybe it was due to the tomato sauce. However, it wasn't bad. Again, the "toast" is what is causing it to have a lower score due. * Green Fettuccine Aragosta: 8.9/10. We enjoyed this dish quite a lot. I didn't care for the fettuccini noodles as much. (which is weird because it is usually my preferred pasta shape) It felt like it was not fully cooked/ wasn't fresh? However, the sauce was super flavorful and there were generous chunks of lobster meat within. * Spaghetti Granchio e Vodka: 8.2/10 I liked the spaghetti and the sauce as well, I would say that since the Aragosta was much more flavorful in my opinion, eating the two alongside eachother made it feel like the flavor slightly lacked. * Ravioli Granchio: 8.7/10 pretty good, each ravioli was filled with lobster meat along with some veggies. It wasn't as creamy as I may have thought/wanted it to be, but it was good regardless. The pieces of blueberries threw the flavor off for me so I picked them out. * Creme brulee Cheesecake: 8.5/10 my partner loves crème brulee and cheesecake so it was the perfect finisher for the meal. It was quite sweet though. I'm not sure if I'd exactly come back due to the wait times but otherwise, the experience wasn't too bad.

Spaghetti Granchio e Vodka - So flavorful

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Ravioli Spinaci - Creamy goodness

Bocconcino Hawaii

4.4(458 reviews)

1.4 mi•Kaka'ako

I checked the app and saw that the next available pickup time was about an hour and a half away, so…read moreI scheduled my order before heading to the gym around 12:30 PM. About 10 minutes before my 2:00 PM pickup time, I received a text letting me know my order was ready, which was a nice surprise. I ordered the IL Parma sandwich, and it was absolutely delicious. At $24, it's definitely on the expensive side for a sandwich, but the quality of the ingredients and the freshness made it worth every penny. The flavors were fantastic, and I didn't mind paying the premium price after taking that first bite. Parking can be a little tricky. I'm not sure whether customers are allowed to use the Hana Koa parking lot for quick pickups, but a kind employee allowed me to park there while I ran in to grab my order. There are only a few parking spaces directly in front of Bocconcino, so that's something to keep in mind. There's some tables under a covered area, right next to the store. Many people were seated there talking story and enjoying drinks. Overall, a great experience and an excellent sandwich. I'll definitely be back for another Italian sandwich!

Parking is a little tight so we opted to order to go. We wanted the simple, classic margherita and…read moreyes, it was delicious. Even after the 15 minute drive home, the crust was still good. This slice had the perfect balance of sauce, cheese, and fresh basil. We also included dessert, which was sitting next to the cashier. Glad we tried both of these items. Worth returning to try other menu items.

Merchandise

Bocconcino Hawaii - Illegal panino (AKA IG special) - Bresaola, Toma Casstelrosso cheese, sun-dried zucchini, honey mustard, balsamic pearls, arugula on Puccia

Illegal panino (AKA IG special) - Bresaola, Toma Casstelrosso cheese, sun-dried zucchini, honey mustard, balsamic pearls, arugula on Puccia

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Illegal panino (AKA IG special) - Bresaola, Toma Casstelrosso cheese, sun-dried zucchini, honey mustard, balsamic pearls, arugula on Puccia

Arancino di Mare

4.2(1.4k reviews)

1.2 mi•Waikiki

Back here for a wonderful meal in Waikiki. Great service and delicious food. We ordered a few…read morepastas and a pizza to share. My favorite was the carbonara, but it is very rich and heavy, right up my alley! Lobster bisque soup was nice. The seafood pasta was nice too. The pizza was very light and a nice change of pace from the pasta. We got our usual calamari, sardine/olive oil veggie dip appetizers to get us going. A great spot for a date night or just dinner with friends. Check them out and walk Waikiki after!

I had a craving for their lasagna tonight so we went and took out. It's 40.00 for their lasagna…read more They give a little piece of bread. I didn't give it five stars as I didn't think it tasted as good maybe because they didn't give me any Parmesan cheese to top it. Did it satisfy my craving kind off but I shared it with my husband and then he ate some left over ramen go figure the pairing.

Arancino di Mare Restaurant Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, Hawai'i

Tiramisu Arancino di Mare Restaurant Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, Hawai'i

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Giovedi

4.3(210 reviews)

2.5 mi•Downtown

Giovedi delivered an exceptional dinner for our group, seamlessly blending interesting flavours…read morewith flawless execution. We started with pillowy soft HOKKAIDO MILK ROLLS alongside the refreshing SCALLOP CARPACCIO. The pasta courses each stood out on its own right. DAN MIEN VIETNAM-ATRICIANA, deep and rich savoury sauce on egg noodles was so comforting and delicious we ordered a second one. CAPELLINI GRANCHIO was another crowd favourite. The thin capellini were perfect strands for this dish. It could use more crabmeat though. GNOCCHI MABOLOGNESE, this was a clever fusion of mapo tofu with gnocchi mimicking tofu in a hot sauce. I'm not a fan of gnocchi much more tender gnocchi in this dish. Two Donburi dishes - Veal and Mushroom - stood out with the addition of pop rice. Grated truffle was very generous. We ended with both desserts on the menu. Every single dish hit the mark, and sharing everything family-style across six people was the perfect way to experience the menu. Fantastic cooking, great atmosphere, and an absolute must-visit.

Three Visits and Still Impressed…read more I've been to Giovedi three times now and have been impressed every time. The small plates are meant to be shared, which is perfect because it means you get to try more bites. Their cuisine is creative, with interesting flavors and combinations that make the meal fun to explore. I loved their Crystal Tiger cocktail. Lychee goodness. The foie gras spread with toasted bread was divine, but my favorite bite was the scallop carpaccio. Fresh, delicate, and delicious. And all their pastas are fire. Seriously. Service has always been great. The tables are close together and it can get a little noisy, but honestly, that is part of the ambiance and vibe. Three visits in, and Giovedi continues to impress.

Outside

Capellini granchio.

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Peacock Tail cocktail (chamomile-pineapple El Jimador anejo tequila, yuzu, egg white)

Repetti's Pizza and Provisions

4.4(353 reviews)

8.3 mi•Hawaii Kai

Family-owned & operated

49 years in business

The BEST pizza on the Island! Wonderful staff and great service…read more Havent tried Entrees yet.. but very confident they will be delicious ! Highly recommend to eat in or order take out!

We went to Repetti's for lunch on July 4th. We heard good things about the restaurant and were…read morelooking forward to trying the food. We ordered the Repetti pizza and fettuccine with diavolo sauce and meatballs. We also had the Caesar salad and focaccia bread with marinara sauce. Our server was Grace. Grace was so friendly and knowledgeable and professional. In addition to the food, Grace made the dining experience exceptional. We sat outside and even though it was a very hot day, the temperature was very comfortable under the roofed area. The Pinot Grigio was excellent! Our meal was brought out in a timely manner and Grace was an attentive server. The Caesar dressing is perfection! The diavolo sauce was delicious and just-right spicy. We loved the meatballs and the fettuccine was cooked perfectly. The pizza!!!!! Wow. Just the right amount of crisp in the crust and the toppings were a delicious combination of flavors. The focaccia with marinara could have been a meal for me. The bread was hot and crispy while also being soft and savory. I couldn't get enough of the marinara. We had a lot of leftovers and ate some for dinner and still have more for tomorrow. Repetti's will be a new place for us to dine and bring friends as often as possible. We were so impressed and could not have wanted any of the experience to be different. Fantastic in every way!

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Taormina Sicilian Cuisine

4.1(1k reviews)

0.5 mi•Waikiki

UnI pasta was amazing! Burrata app was light and tasty. My friend had the duck which was great too…read more Creative cocktails, great wine list. Service excellent. Atmosphere was nice but noisy. Saturday night and restaurant was full. I went there on a weeknight once before and it was much quieter. I will be back! Note they validate parking at Wyndham valet but it's a small lot and fills fast. Also it's $8 with validation. Better to park at Royal Hawaiian Center and buy something for free parking.

Good date night spot, super expensive though for no good reason. Food was good…read more beef carpaccio dish should not be $45. The margins on that must be crazy. The duck dish was a bit lackluster with no carbs. The pasta dish was good.

Interior

Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Beef Carpaccio
パルメザンをたっぷりのせたビーフカルパッチョ
Thinly sliced Beef Tenderloin with parmesan, arugula, EVOO and our house-made caper　vinaigrette

Beef Carpaccio パルメザンをたっぷりのせたビーフカルパッチョ Thinly sliced Beef Tenderloin with parmesan, arugula, EVOO and our house-made caper　vinaigrette

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Granchio pasta

Mangiamo By 604

4.0(799 reviews)

7.2 mi

I came maybe two or times in the past. The last time was the other year. I was bummed and felt…read moresorry for those who need to use the elevator to the restaurant and it wasn't working. I don't know how the elderly lady with walker was able to get up the stairs or they weren't able to dine there. I didn't mind this place. It's not like Assaggio, but more like Olive Garden. Food was okay but the view and ambience were nice, especially at Christmas at Night! It's a huge restaurant with seating for parties with a lot of free parking shared with the golfers at the golf course. Indoor and outdoor seating. The last time, my friends weren't too impressed, but we did try variety of dishes from pizza, salad, pasta and appetizers. They have some specials from time to time. So sad that tomorrow is their last day of business according to my friend. Sad to see many restaurants are closing soon.

We had a family dinner--for eight--at Mangiamo by 604. I was excited to have my father and brother…read moreexperience this establishment, as I had a great experience two years ago. My father and brother are both military veterans and enjoyed the fact that this venue was situated at a golf course they patronized before. We all ordered drinks--I ordered a bottle of wine, taking advantage of the Half-off Wine Wednesdays; some tried the alcohol specials and others simply elected to have soda. I ordered a few appetizers for the table and those went quickly: calamari, bruschetta, and artichoke dip. Yum! Main entrees followed and everyone seemed to enjoy their selections. We ordered dessert and were disappointed that they ran out of creme brulee...my father ordered the cheesecake and thoroughly enjoyed it. My only reason for not giving five stars has to do with the outdoor seating. I wish the chairs were more comfortable, as we sat there for awhile, waiting for our server to take our large group order along with waiting for food to come out. There is adequate parking and the restrooms are clean and accessible. An elevator is located in the lobby for those who are not able to easily climb the flight of stairs to the venue. I wish the signage was better, as my 74 year old father took the outside steps, as he thought that was the entrance, per signage downstairs.

Family Meal!

Mozzarella Marinara

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Sunset at Mangiamo by 604

Rigo

4.3(1.2k reviews)

1.4 mi•Kaimuki

I'm an executive chef and this is a amazing place to eat, the food is phenomenal, our server was…read moreFuzuki, we've eaten here several times and the atmosphere is amazing the service is impeccable! Tapas, pasta, and pizza! Everything is fine dining worthy but at cheaper prices

I've been going here since they opened. Had many bdays here meet friends ect. But mostly I come…read moreafter a stressful day at work ,which definitely was today. I walked in at 5:30 and it was packed. The hostess was trying to get me in the packed bar. Another couple walked in no reservations and the Manager had just walked in and didn't know about me and sat them. A simple easy mistake to make. No big deal , BUT my bad mood just got worse.So I left , why 5 stars ??? Because it's not that this restaurant has Amazing food , solid wait staff ,relaxing upscale ambienc. So here's where the restaurant THRIVES, as I got into my car there's the manager running out to my car full of aplogizes and come back in I'm sorry I didn't see you waiting. Very sweet and kind. I said I'm fine. Now I'm sitting at a bar down the road , the drinks aren't as good, food definitely not nearly as good. Not sure why it took this to make me write this review but Rigo has been and remains one of my absolute favorite places to go!! My Mom Owned. 3 restaurant so I mean it when I say it!!!

Interior , open kitchen

Lobster risotto

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Eggplant Melanzane

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Jonnathan V.

1 year ago

5 stars for the servers, -5 stars for the bald-headed gremlin in charge Let me start by saying the servers here are absolute angels. They were running around like caffeinated gazelles, making sure everyone was happy, drinks full, and orders on point -- all while clearly being understaffed and under-supported. Now let's talk about the real issue: the manager. Picture this -- a bald-headed dude stomping around like a bootleg Gordon Ramsay with zero charisma, yelling at his staff like they were the problem when they were literally holding the whole place together with sweat, prayers, and iced tea refills. I told him straight up, "Hey, maybe show your staff some appreciation -- they're working hard." And he goes, "I'd rather be in my office than out here." My brother in Christ, that's the problem. Moral of the story? Servers: amazing. Drinks: solid. Manager: looks like an egg and acts like a boiled one. Tip your servers extra -- they're earning every damn penny. read more

Katnparadise J.

8 months ago

Just visited Kayak Cafe Waikiki and it's such a hidden gem The vibe is super chill and cozy, perfect spot to relax after the beach or grab a quick bite before heading out. Their food is fresh, flavorful, and healthy without being boring. You can really taste the quality in every bite. The portions are generous and everything feels thoughtfully made. Service was friendly and welcoming, which always makes the experience even better. If you're in Waikiki and looking for something light, fresh, and satisfying, definitely check them out. Great atmosphere, great food, and great energy. read more

Erika A.

2 years ago

I had an amazing time at Kayak Cafe! The Ultimate Hawaiian Burger paired with parmesan truffle fries was an absolute 10/10, and the Mojito was the perfect drink choice. The atmosphere, food, and drinks were all top-notch and made for a memorable experience. I want to give a shoutout to the staff for their exceptional service and friendliness. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience!" Thank you Conan and John! read more

Mai K.

2 years ago

I've been there 3 times. This restaurant struggles with consistency in their service and food. I cannot go there anymore since I don't know if the meal I want is what I am going to get. Is it because of the kitchen staff? Or did they change their ingredients? I think if it was managed better, I can go back. It's a shame since it's in a great location and has decent food. read more

Ashleigh H.

2 years ago

The people here are amazing, the pizza is so good, and there is live music every Wednesday night from 6:30-8:30pm. This is now a weekly stop for my family and I. Steve, Kevin, Danny, Flor, Luciana, and Dexter are amazing people. A must stop on Wednesday nights for sure. read more

Dave M.

1 year ago

great vibe, great staff, great food,great music what more do you want...! Happy hour $3 beers, I have died and gone to heaven far too early Highly recommended read more

Ronan V.

2 years ago

Comida saborosa e ambiente muito agradável. O serviço de primeira realizado pelo Will. Delicioso drink Mimosa é ótimo breakfast.

Jowayna M.

2 years ago

Makes a great Bloody Mary (more marry than bloody!!!) Great Pizza and excellent service! Will go back for sure

Therese D.

2 years ago

The pizza was terrible. What can I do about this terrible food? o you offer refunds on bad food?

Sari J.

2 years ago

Perfect poached eggs. Great service everyone was very friendly. Ambiance is very nice.

Kayak Cafe - pizza - Updated October 2026

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Beautiful open air setting Fantastic, fresh prix fixe menu…read moreWarm and welcoming service Bali was a wonderful dining experience all around. I did the prix fixed menu and started with lobster bisque - creamy and delicious with giant chunks of lobster, I'd have been satisfied with a big bowl of this as a meal. For the second course I picked the catch of the day - it was monchong, similar in texture and taste to ono and serve with tomato collision, asparagus, and smashed gold potatoes. The fish was cooked perfectly - its dense and firm, not buttery like cod. Held up well with the sauce and sides. Dessert this day was a lemon/yuzu custard dish with merengue on top. I'm not usually a big lemon fan but this was tangy, light, and a fantastic finish to the meal. I opted for the wine pairing and was pleased with the chablis and the pinot. My server, Ginger, was particularly warm and welcoming - the overall experience was delightful and I'll book another dinner before I leave next week.

I ordered the shrimp and fries for takeout, and overall, I thought the food was extremely…read moreoverpriced for what was pretty average quality. The shrimp tasted like something you could buy frozen at the grocery store, and the fries weren't any better than what you'd get at Burger King. The shrimp dish alone was $26, which I found hard to justify given the quality of the food. On a positive note, the service was quick, and I waited less than 10 minutes for my order. However, given my experience with the food, I can't help but think there's probably a reason why the wait was so short.

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