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    Margotto Hawaii

    4.2 (157 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndFrench, Italian, Japanese
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:30 PM

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    Jolene L.

    Classy chic, absolutely loved it! I had the pleasure of dining with Yelp Elite Terry K. who also happens to be the Yelp Duchess at Margotto. It was because of Terry that I got to meet the owner during our reservation. He is very humble and quite generous. Having read all the other glowing reviews, I knew that I would have a memorable first time. Indeed, this was a lovely dining experience that I will forever cherish. We started with the fish carpaccio, which had fresh greens drizzled with a delightful dressing. This was delicate yet tasty, great with the perfectly sliced prosciutto. Next, we each had the Caviar Monaka. 10 grams of roe presented on a fresh rice cracker. This paired well with our bubbly :) To continue with hors d'oeuvre, we enjoyed the Margotto special egg toast and added truffles of course. Silky egg yolk, over crunchy toast, and finished with flavorful truffle....delish! Everything was absolutely perfect so far. Then we were served the cacio e pepe. Have you ever tasted pasta that stopped you in your tracks? Something so classic and simple, just grated cheese and pepper....my Heavens this was so wonderful! Last but certainly not least, their tiramisu. This was such a treat and a great way to conclude our delicious dining experience. Smooth and airy, this dessert was just right. Margotto's establishment is clean and crisp with the right amount of lighting and space between tables. Their service is top notch and their food...Amazing! Memorable! Repeat worthy! We already have reservations next month :)

    Lyn L.

    Loved this dining experience! The restaurant looks so unassuming from the outside. Inside it's nice and fresh , service is excellent and food is delicious! I highly recommend

    Michelle T.

    I got lucky and the owner was there when I was dining and he explained this restaurant is actually in Japan first and then I opened in Hawaii so that was pretty cool! He specializes in truffles. I thought everything overall was made very well. What I liked in particular was the burrata spaghetti, cause it had an interesting bite, and the burrata made it a little bit more creamy. Overall, the staff was also very attentive . It's actually great for a romantic dinner but also for groups .

    Cacio Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe/with Truffle
    Neville A.

    Shawn is amazing super knowledgable and gracious the food was outstanding from The Caccio Pepe to the Beef Cheek to the truffles and on and on coming back next week to try the duck. The Tomato on the pork Milanese were worth their weight in gold beyond outstanding. Will be back next week

    Terry K.

    Quiet and romantic ambiance Private room dining for parties Sexy meat slicer (2 of it's kind on the island) Three types of water available for purchase and they are sparkling, distilled still and flat water The menu is clean and simple but each dish offered packs a bunch of punch, truffle punch that is Dishes offered Ala carte and appears to be on the smaller side. Don't let the size fool you. Each dish while appearing small turns out to be quite a bit and filling The servers while seemed pushy and rushy backed off giving us a chance to graze through each dish. We each ordered an appetizer and entree and shared like tasting plates giving us a chance to sample many dishes Krug bubbles appears to be their signature serve We brought our own wine. My host treated us to nice Italian wine which paired well either each dish If you've never been keep your eyes peeled as there is no sign fronting the entrance. The are hiding on the southwest side of Piikoi and Kona streets Parking is slim to none but a few reserved stalls on the Kona street are available as well as street parking You can dine there for a meal with several courses OR stop in for dessert and a glass of Krug champagne Fun Fact- Owner Kazu Hori (I think the name here is stortened) is a race car driver. Not sure if Chef Kayama is there still but he is an avid snowboarder. I had the pleasure of dining at Margotto last year with Yelp and learned all of that! LOL

    Cotolette
    Ada H.

    Margotto is located in a very unassuming area and though we parked within a few steps from the entrance, my boyfriend and I kept passing the restaurant. There are no signage so use the pictures of the outside of the restaurant as a reference. The food was delicious and most of the dishes were fresh and rich in flavor. My favorite was the Cacio e Pepe and it paired well with the aromatic truffle shavings. The ribeye was succulent and perfectly seasoned but still highlighted the natural flavors of the beef. The Margotto special egg toast was a bit lackluster. I felt as if there were no truffle shavings, this dish would be even more bland. Service felt really pushy and even though we ordered enough items to which we felt would be the perfect amount of food, the server stated we should order another entree. I felt obligated to order another dish but regretted it since I already felt full before the main dishes arrived. Looking back, an appetizer, 2 pasta dishes and 2 entrees would be overkill for any couple. Another part of our meal that was off putting was the fact that there were several flies that continuously hovered towards our food. We consistently had to swat the flies away and that took away from our dining experience. Food is delicious and maybe we came on an off day since we were the only diners, but definitely not the dining experience I was expecting.

    Rob B.

    Aloha. Sunday family funday dinner was great. Plenty food. We added truffles, of course and a nice bottle of wine. Along with 4 drinks to start, total bill was quite reasonable for Margotta. Definitely try this Sunday dinner. Well worth the price and your time. Started with a beautiful buratta salad, next a pasta dish and lastly amazing ribs on garlic fried rice. All so yummy. Enjoy!

    Angela P.

    This review is for take out only. I have not had the opportunity to dine in yet. But I will say their truffle burgers are worth the price. I think they even make their own bread! It's buttery, beefy, savory and cheesy! Their fries are just okay but that's just a personal preference but it does come with a truffle dipping sauce and seasoning on the side. All in all, the burger is enough to make me want to go and dine in so stay tuned for a dine in review

    Love this touch
    Kosmo Z.

    I was looking to eat somewhere nice kind of last minute, but thankfully I found this place. There's no noticeable sign outside, but should be able to find with ease if you look based on the house number. We were greeted at the door, and we met the owner briefly. Our server gave us an introduction to their restaurant, krug ambassador info and black truffle. We went with the truffle and all add ons. We loved many of the dishes, so we can't pinpoint one exactly. Dessert was also simple but fun. I'll let the photos do the talk on their presentation. You really can't go wrong with black truffle shavings! Lastly, our meal turned out to be 1300 for two after tip (2 glasses of Krug) and we were very satisfied overall.

    Vanilla Ice Cream with White Truffle Infused Honey
    Kristian G.

    Being a truffle lover, it was a no brainer that I had to try Margotto! This restaurant is conveniently located on Piikoi Street (look for the black wood storefront). The inside is beautiful, classy, with dim lighting. Our waiter, Henry, was extremely friendly, attentive, and we were able to crack jokes with him. To start, we ordered a bottle of Saracco Moscato D'Asti. Many at our table aren't big on drinking, but the Sommelier recommended this. It was light, fruity, and actually tasted like lychee. The food was delightful! We decided to order Ala carte as some of my table weren't adventurous eaters. We started with the potato gratin and added truffle, which is charged by the grams. We also ordered some of the bread rolls which were perfectly fluffy and came piping hot. For our main meal, we decided to get a bunch of items and share: Cacio e Pepe with truffle, Carbonara with truffle, Cotoletta Milanese, Joue De Boeuf, TKG Truffle Rice, and the homemade vanilla ice cream with white truffle honey. The table favorites were the Cacio e Pepe with truffle (so much we ordered 2 more) and the Joue De Boeuf. The Cacio e Pepe was a recommendation from our waiter, which we were sold on when he stated that they "use an offensive amount of French butter" lol. It was rich and bursting with flavors of butter, cheese and pepper. The Joue De Boeuf was tender and oh so flavorful! Overall, portion sizes were petite but we did leave full. If you're wanting a nice dinner out, I would recommend Margotto!

    Carbonara
    Carrie G.

    Amazing in every aspect! Definitely a great place to bring a foodie for special occasions. Food is expertly prepared using the best quality ingredients and presentation is on point. I'd recommend getting a cold + hot appetizer + pasta + main and save room for dessert! We tried the cold cauliflower potage which was like a whipped creamy cauliflower soup purée and got uni on the side bc hubs does not eat that. 10/10! The TK egg on toast with sauce is so simple yet it has a definite wow factor so I'd recommend ordering it if you haven't tried it. We tried 2 pastas bc we couldn't decide which one to get and it was a lot of food but worth it. The burrata melted on top of tomato sauce was perfection. The carbonara was creamy and dreamy with thick smoky chunks of pancetta. YUM! For mains we ordered the wagyu and it was small but oh so flavorful! The lamb chops were also delicious just a tad undercooked IMO. Both were served with local veggies that were perfectly cooked. You can order truffles and I recommend adding this touch of decadence! Especially in the winter, the white truffles were way better than the black ones. They weigh it out in front of you then shave or grate it onto the food. We were going to order a bottle of wine but instead opted to do custom wine pairings for the dishes we ordered and that was the right choice bc we got to try a variety of flavors and the same wine wouldn't have been such a diverse gastronomic journey. Their sommelier definitely knows his stuff! The service is the best out of anywhere else I've been on island/ the world for that matter! We did the 8pm seating on a Friday night and had the intimate front dining room so it was cozy and romantic. We had 3 servers (I'm so bad with names but they know who they are!). They really made our meal into a 5 star overall experience! We were celebrating our 23rd anniversary so my hubby wanted to do something special and they delivered! We even got a free champagne to toast with and a free dessert! Their famous chocolate truffles! I attended the Yelp elite event a while back and thought this would be a wonderful place to celebrate a special occasion and my hubby must be able to hear my thoughts bc he took me here as a "surprise" because after 23 years we can read each others minds! Cheers to love, truffles, champagne and Yelp!

    Julie D.

    Food and service was excellent. You should definitely order Casio E Pepe pasta. Beef were so tender. Ppl are very friendly

    June 2023 - Italian Summer truffle
    Rod U.

    Note: This update is for their new, simplified, chef driven menu concept. TL;DR One of the best dining experiences to be had in Hawaii. Seasonal, fusing ingredients from both Japan and Hawaii using French and Italian techniques with Japanese nod to simplicity and aesthetic. It all comes together to create exquisite bites that are intriguing yet familiar at the same time. Pair and back it with an incredible old world wine experience. Add service that is relaxed (local for locals) a energetic chef, a personable owner and it all comes together. Again, one of the best dining experiences in Hawaii. Margotto is about taking the stuffiness out of fine dining. Don't sit in a suit and whisper across the table. Think of it as a trattoria in Italy. Talk. Enjoy prosciutto and one bite starters with your fingers. The process has been simplified: 1. Make your reservation via open table and select from the offered experiences (Grand degustation, Margotto experience, or the taste of Margotto). Prices for each are listed on the website. Credit card required to warranty your reservation. You will NOT be charged in advance and have the ability to select additional courses on arrival. 2. Someone will call to confirm your reservation. At that time, add supplements and upgrades. Most have a 48 hour lead time as ingredients need to be flown in from Japan. Full table participation is required. 3. At the restaurant, you will be guided by the server on your selection of upgrades to your protein, optional additional courses (prosciutto, caviar, etc...), and either adding a wine pairing ($120pp for June 2023) or glass / bottle pairing with the som. The food, outstanding. Menus change monthly. A "sunny side up toast" (up egg on toast covered with fresh grated parm, shaved truffle sat atop a Madera truffle demi; heaven. Cut it up. Mix the yolk with the demi. A flavor bomb. A sublime one bite mushroom tart explodes with umami goodness topped by porcini dust and a copious amount of truffles. The wine pairing is ESSENTIAL. Som Lee Kanimura has done an exceptional job creating an old world wine pairings that teases out unexpected flavors when combined with the food. A wine with very little nose suddenly brings out vanilla notes when combined with a foie terrine? A sake, with a velvety mouth feel that adds acidic notes to unagi while heightening the umami notes. Impressive. Note: There is a very well chosen list of by the glass selections not part of the pairing. Use the som for custom pairings. Krug by the glass anyone? Note: Demonstrate an understanding and passion for wine and you may be given the chance to order for the private list featuring stellar selections at unheard of low markups. Krug Clos du Mesnil for sub $2500??? This Margotto experience for three, a few upgrades and add-on's, wine pairing, additional glasses to start and end inclusive of 20 percent service, $1700. What are you waiting for, book your reservation today. Epic.

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    Where is the parking location for the restaurant?

    there are a few parking spots on hopaka st or a bigger public (pay) on kona. if all else fails go further down to look for street parking.

    Is gratuity automatically included on your bill?

    No it’s not.

    Instead of wine pairings, do they offer non-alcoholic pairings?

    Thank you for your interest in Margotto Hawaii. We don’t have non alcoholic pairing, however, our customers enjoy many kinds of non alcohol beverages such as non alcoholic cocktails, selection of fine tea etc.… Read more

    Are there vegetarian options available?

    Thank you so much for your interest in Margotto. We are trying our best to accommodate vegetarian… Read more

    Is this place kid friendly?

    Thank you for your interest in Margotto Hawaii!! We already had good numbers of kids gentlemen! No worry. If you do, we have private dining 4-8 person. Just make sure they… Read more

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    La Ciccia - Natto pasta

    La Ciccia

    4.4(458 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    It was a bit slow probably from the rain. It's OK since it was easy to get a table…read more Kai was our waitress and she was helpful with answering questions about the menu. The fresh bread was served nice and hot with butter or vinegar and oil. I usually just use butter but decided to try the vinegar and oil. That was a really good decision on my part. It was really good. I was surprised. For those of you who have had it before know what I'm talking about. It was like a light grape jelly. The bread with the oil and vinegar was so good i got another loaf. Yum. We decided to get the clams casino for our appetizer. That was winners. It was really delicious. Fresh Manila clams in a broth of butter, white wine, bacon, fresh spinach, mushroom, onions, and tomato. That's from the menu. All I know is that all of that put together was really ono. I wish I still had some more bread to soak up the sauce. Lol She chose the shrimp and scallop scampi. I chose the shrimp and scallop alla spinach. The shrimp and scallops were served with fresh spinach, bacon and mushrooms in a garlic butter white wine sauce. It was so delicious. I know i wanna go back again. For dessert we were going to split a mud pie but unfortunately they were out. Sigh. Well three for three is pretty good. Well not pretty good. It was really great. Parking is on the Mauka side right after you pass the restaurant headed toward diamond head. (Left turn) It was pretty quiet with only two other tables occupied.

    03/22/26 Got to have dinner again…read more Crab and mushroom appetizer, always hood. No king salmon so I had the shrimp and scallops alla pink.. very good! Nice portion and the sauce is delicious. Hubby had shrimp and scallops alla pink scampi. The young man was quite attentive so service was good.

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    Aroma Italia - Primavera Pizza Grande

    Aroma Italia

    4.4(349 reviews)
    2.8 miDiamond Head
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    My wife and I took our younger son (10) to this place for a lunch as our older son was doing…read morehomework at our hotel. I have to say THIS RESTAURANT HAS BEEN THE HIGHLIGHT OF OUR STAY SO FAR! Here is why: * Ambiance: The place is small and cozy but VERY CLEAN and very inviting. It smelled nice and the temperature was was set to not too cold or hot. * Service: The server was awesome and there was ice cubes filled glasses on our table and cold bottle of water to go with it (very thoughtful). * Food: We got this: - Margherita Pizza: My younger son got this for himself and it was DELICIOUS!! It was WAY too big for him (he had 2 slices and like 6 left still - I helped by eating one). - Lunch Special: My wife and I got the lunch special - Pizza with Mediterranean Salad (we could have chosen Tiramasu instead of salad). We chose the Primavera (SO SO Delicious). Between the two of us there was 2 slices left over. In retrospect the three of us could have just ordered the special and be fine...but I have to say this place is A GEM! I would highly recommend it (it is a drive) and we will go again!

    We like to order food delivery from here because it can be quite painful to find parking in the…read morearea. I have found their pasta dishes to be quite good, even the veggie pasta primavera which can be sometimes bland. They add a lot of veggies so you feel full from eating it. I have never eaten in the restaurant but the food delivery is always great, on time, and without issues.

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    La Cucina Ristorante Italiano - Fettuccine Puttanesca

    La Cucina Ristorante Italiano

    4.3(877 reviews)
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    La Cucina Ristorante was outstanding from start to finish! The reservation process via email was…read moreincredibly easy, and booking a table right at opening made for a smooth and relaxed dining experience. Service was fast, attentive, and welcoming throughout the entire meal. Everything came out perfectly timed, allowing us to truly enjoy each course. We started with the Crostini al Porcini and Burrata--both were absolutely delicious and a perfect way to kick things off. For mains, the Ravioli Spinaci and the Spaghetti Granchio e Vodka were truly unique and incredibly flavorful. Every bite felt thoughtfully crafted and elevated. We wrapped things up with a slice of their in-house crème brûlée cheesecake, and wow--an absolute must try. The perfect ending to an already amazing meal. Parking was easy with street options on Cooke Street or the added convenience of free garage parking with validation. Try to get the coveted opening reservation and/or email what you want to order in advance when confirming your reservation to beat the longer wait times. Top notch and highly recommended.

    Deliziosa…read more.. Slightly hidden amongst the surrounding of Kaka'ako is La Cucina Ristorante Itlaiano for many though I knew of this place for quite some time since I do have frequent Imperial Plaza for many other biz found here. The restaurant is located on the grounds floor inside the lobby area and can be easily missed for it's simplicity but those who knows it's a place to visit. To do so you must make reservations and it's online by e-mail only and it was a process for me as it's their primary way of communication along with presetting your order as well especially for braised items that requires 48hrs in advance notice. We didn't select those items but have decided to preorder our starters which is their Insalata di Casa which is a lovely simple salad with Italian vinaigrette and some fresh tomatoes and Bruchetta which is also another simple item but until you've tried them it was very crafted and delicious that was wonderful start to our meal. To share we decided on the Rigatoni Bolognese though they were out of Rigatoni and offered us Pappardelle instead which I was fine and Ravioli Zucca and from what I understand the Pappardelle is house made and it was just the perfect consistency and the bolognese was a delicate sauce that went perfectly together but the Ravioli Zucca was just as amazing. Stuffed with Butternut Squash and my favorite vodka sauce is paired with Italian sausage and garnished with sliced almonds and Italian parsley it was such an elegant bite. This spot is very small and cozy so you must wait outside to be called to your table which they set up for you before you're seated and parking is validated in the building though I did find street parking which is free as well after 6pm but the vibe here is very calm though many do come here as groups and it can get quite loud at moments though the staff did very well to course our starters and entree which is nice as the table is small and won't find much at the same time. I do appreciated the time it takes to prepare the reservations though must admit it was quite different to make it all work and see that it's all done in ways that you have very little wait for your table and your food as well and just loved how it's all crafted to make it a balance of harmony for us all. Thank you!

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    Bocconcino Hawaii - "Salsiccia and porcini" - San Marzano tomatoes, house made Italian saussage, porcini mushrooms, fresh mozzarella

    Bocconcino Hawaii

    4.5(430 reviews)
    0.4 miKaka'ako
    $$

    Truly a wonderful place. I've spent over a decade traveling to Italy, and I've been all over the…read morecountry. Bocconcino is the perfect place to indulge in all the Italian delicacies I've missed, from meats and cheeses to pizza, sandwiches, beer, and wine. The pizza is spectacular, especially the Margherita. And I was surprised by the wine prices. I picked up a bottle of Pinot Grigio from Friuli for $15, and they provided glasses and a bucket of ice with no corkage fee. I can't wait to try more things here, especially the pizza al taglio, which has always been my favorite snack in Italy. The atmosphere is fun and casual. Seating is limited, but the communal tables make it easy to sit with others and maybe make a few new friends. Service is very friendly and professional. Ci tornerò presto!

    I have been meaning to come here for a long time though still have not. I had my brother go and…read morepick up an order of Il Bolognese panini and Salsiccia & Funghi pizza. My brother said the ordering process was ok in the shop but you have to go outside to wait for them to call your name. The Il Bolognese panini had a slight crunch to the crust. The bread was of good quality and the fillings were good though I couldn't really taste the pistachio which is my only complaint. The fungi pizza used the same bread as the panini and it was good also with clumps of melted cheese, sausage, and mushrooms. I would like to try their Neapolitan pizza next time but this was a filling slice. I can see why people have been raving about this place to get good Italian food and I'll be back, this time in person!

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    Bocconcino Hawaii - Merchandise

    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

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

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    Giovedi

    Giovedi

    4.3(190 reviews)
    1.5 miDowntown

    We just had a wonderful dining experience at Giovedì, where Italian food is served with a pan-Asian…read moreflair. Every single dish we sampled was exceptional. We ordered the Scallop Carpaccio, the Nairagi Crudo (striped marlin), the Spaghetti Arrabbiata, the Gnocchi Mapolonese, and the Char Siu Pork. While every dish dazzled us, the Nairagi Crudo, containing sliced marlin, Calabrian chili crisp, charred eggplant, and mint, was our favorite. Elise, our server, was extremely attentive and helpful. It turned out to be a memorable evening. We can't wait to go back. Highly recommended! Before tipping, we spent $176 for a two-person meal (no alcohol, no dessert, 2 mocktails, 2 appetizers, 2 pastas, and 1 protein).

    It was a nice experience, but im not sure I would go again, given the price and selection. The Milk…read moreBread was definitely amazing! The scallops were good because brown butter makes everything good. But the salad was anti climactic. Our main dishes were good but never wowed- and it felt like the menu never gave you a true idea what you were ordering so its kind of a blind order. I did like my take on the Vietnamese noodles though. The drinks were strong but meh. I remember it being enjoyable but its not memorable or recommendable. The desert Carrot Cake was a huge disappointment. Maybe its just not for me? We left a good half of it behind... The service was very good. Maybe not the most attentive but when it came around it was great and friendly, and very professional. I would go again if someone wanted to go, but I don't think ill return on my own accord

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    Giovedi - Outside

    Outside

    Giovedi - Capellini granchio.

    Capellini granchio.

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    Repetti's Pizza and Provisions - Outside dining area

    Repetti's Pizza and Provisions

    4.4(338 reviews)
    9.0 miHawaii Kai
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    49 years in business

    Came to Repetti's on a Friday evening for dinner. There's lots of parking in the lot, and we were…read moreeven able to catch a beautiful sunset. There's a few tables inside and more seating outside. I got the calzone with pepperoni and the blackened ahi Caesar salad. The calzones here are definitely a must! I love the different cheeses they use as they complement each other really well. The calzone was crispy and not super doughy which I liked. I would probably pass on the Caesar salad next time though. The dressing was watery and the fish was dry. The service here was exceptional. My friend brought her dog, and the workers brought out a water bowl and kept checking up on us. Overall, pretty decent spot for dinner and the ambiance is nice. I would come back just for their calzone.

    Located in an unassuming location, in a grocery store shopping center setting, along Koko Marina in…read moreHawaii Kai, Repetti's is a delightful, rustic eatery that provides a haven from the expected hustle and bustle of more popular Italian restaurants in the area. We dined on a Friday night, so many of the other restaurants were busy and loud. This was exactly what we were looking for after a busy work week. The food quality is very good. Our food was tasty, timely, and hot. Our server correctly recommended the vodka sauce chicken pasta and the grandma pizza, which were both amazing. Although the pizza was a bit pricey, $31, it can easily feed a family due to its large size. For the pasta, the noodles were cooked to a perfect Al dente and the sauce was out of this world. The grandma pizza, similar to Boston's spinach and garlic pizza, was AMAZING! Easily tops Boston's version because of the Alfredo sauce that they use as the base. The service was impeccable, efficient, and friendly. The staff were very polite and attentive throughout our visit. If you're looking for a better alternative for exceptional Italian cuisine in Hawaii Kai, Repetti's is your place. Removed from the hustle and bustle, and always welcoming and good.

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    Repetti's Pizza and Provisions
    Repetti's Pizza and Provisions - Primavera pizza

    Primavera pizza

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    Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Nero "Frutti di Mare" 
イカ墨を練りこんだ生パスタ 海の幸と完熟トマトのピリ辛ソース

    Taormina Sicilian Cuisine

    4.1(993 reviews)
    1.5 miWaikiki
    $$$

    Whoa! Amazing date night here on a Friday night!!!…read more Very romantic and intimate restaurant with outstanding service. Chisum was our server and he was just excellent. All of the server staff was super attentive. My husband and I both chose the prix fixe menu. It's $125. Every dish was excellent!! You have to get the squid ink pasta, truffle pasta and the lamb chops. My filet was also cooked perfectly. I can't wait to come back and try the rest of their menu.

    Location: located on Lewers St. Parking is on Helumoa Rd. Go down Lewers St, make a left on Helumoa…read moreand shortly after, valet parking will be on your left. The restaurant validates parking, $8 for 4 hours, tip not included. For my son's 18th birthday he wanted to eat pasta. After looking at many Yelp reviews, we ended up making reservations at Taormina. Unfamiliar with the menu we decided to do the five tasting course. As of 4/22/26 the base price is $125 and depending on what you choose, there are some add ons. For example the carbonara was +$25 and the Ricci di mare was +$18. Food: the Focaccia bread was free and comes with free refills. The salmon with caviar was really good. It had the perfect balance but very small, about 1.5". The next dish was the baked abalone. That was also very delicious but two bites and it's over. At this point, we were starting to think we would leave hungry. The next dish was the pasta. We tried both the carbonara and the Ricci di mare. Both were very good. The carbonara came with freshly slices truffles and thick crispy pieces of bacon. Highly recommend for truffle lovers. I'm not a huge uni fan but surprisingly the Ricci di mare was also really good. Of note, the pasta in the five course tasting is half the size of the regular order. Even at half the size, I felt the serving portion was good. I felt satisfied but not full. The next dish was the main course so filet mignon and monchong. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly but I personally didn't like the sweet sour balsamic vinegar taste that was drizzled over. I would have preferred it to be more savory. The monchong was okay but a little overcooked for my liking. The portion size of the main course was good. Lastly was our desert but to our surprise, they brought out a nicely written happy birthday platter with half a lava flow desert and a small scoop of ice cream. My son really enjoyed it. The creme caramel was also good and reminded me of flan. Service: the waitress did her job but I personally felt we had better service entering the restaurant and being seated. She had no smile, did not offer any recommendations, and no small talk which is fine but noticeable. Our bill came out to $463.87 tip not included. Though we really enjoyed the salmon and abolone I'm not sure it's worth the price and the extra three bites. Next time I would just stick with the pasta. If we had just ordered the full order of pasta our bill would've been $195.

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    Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Interior

    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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    Mangiamo By 604 - Supreme pizza

    Mangiamo By 604

    4.0(800 reviews)
    6.2 mi
    $$

    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.

    Visited on 11.17.2025 for dinner, right before sunset. This was our first time here and it started…read moreoff great! The greeting we received from Payton was truly genuine. Like she was welcoming family and friends to dine here. We got a seat on the outdoor lanai, honestly, such beautiful sunset views! Once seated, our server Erin really sealed the deal on this location. She truly reminded me of the best server I ever knew (my mom, a lifelong waitress, now enjoying retirement). Erin knew this was our first time here, and she made it her mission to make sure it was not our last. She was friendly, real down-to-earth, and efficient. She offered suggestions, refilled drinks and brought bread, all without us even asking. I will definitely return, and if Im able to, request Erin as our server. This was my hubby and mine first date night in years... so mahalo for the memorable meal, Erin!

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    Mangiamo By 604 - We went up the elevator and down this hallway

    We went up the elevator and down this hallway

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    Margherita Pizza

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