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3.5 (959 reviews)
Closed • 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

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Tricia M.

We made it for happy hour. Ordered a sake , spicy wonton, bruschetta and calamari. All were delicious. My friends ordered the steak salad. It was $34 for the salad. A bit expensive we thought. Service was ok. We parked in the lot behind panya and didn't realize that although they validate, we had to pay $6.00.

Fried Baby Octopus
Reuben L.

Haven't been since before the pandemic. The setup looked the same but it had a different vibe. It felt like the Hostess was all business with no greeting. First words, do you have reservations, no smile. It's a slow early evening and they're lots of open tables in and out. We were seated inside. We had the Thai Style Steak Salad which had a strong taste with a generous portion of steak. However, the taste was bitter and strong and not to appetizing. I ate less than half. At $31, I thought I should have ordered something else. The Thai Beef Noodle $27 was just alright with nothing that stood out to remember, it had a strong broth taste as well. The Spicy Wonton $14 was the best dish of the night. It was small but solid and full of flavor. We had the Golden Latte $8.50 which was a bit watered down. Not a good experience since the last time. I hope this review can help them improve in some of these areas. Also, check your receipt, we had a Kitchen Surcharge. My $80+ bill had a $2.16 charge.

Seafood Laksa (house Specialty)
Monica Y.

My aunty & I had originally planned to go to another restaurant but because they were booked we ended up at Panya. I'm not complaining though because this was the first time that I've been here. The ambience is very nice inside and is a little more on the fancier side. We got seated quickly and the workers came to take our orders. My aunty got the rainbow salad and I got their seafood laksa. The laksa was okay. Didn't have a lot of flavor except for it being pretty fishy tasting. But I did like that they put a lot of seafood and noodles in it. I also got a side order of rice to eat with the soup which went really well with it. They were pretty busy when went. I wasn't a big fan on how close the tables are from each other so you can hear each others conversations if you don't talk softly. I would recommend parking at Ward so that you don't have to pay for parking. But if you park in the building that Panya is in, I believe you can get your ticket validated.

Japanese Cheese with creme anglaise. Sooo good. Ligt and fluffy. The creme anglaise is perfect. Not too sweet or rich.
Toan D.

Been coming here for years, and it's always been one of those reliable go-to spots for us after a movie at Ward. We stopped in again for an early dinner. The place was about a quarter full, calm and comfortable. The menu is Asian Fusion / Southeast Asian comfort food, with dishes like Malaysian Laksa, Hainanese Chicken Rice, and Taiwanese Beef Noodles. Founded by Alice and Annie Yeung, two sisters from Hong Kong, Panya actually began as Panya Bakery & Café back in the '90s, known for its European-style pastries, Asian desserts, and specialty coffees. As business grew, they expanded into the full bistro it is today. For dinner: The grilled octopus was excellent. Very tender, perfectly seasoned, and plated beautifully. The beef stew remains our favorite; we order it almost every time we come. Meaty with a wonderful depth of flavor. So comforting with a side of garlic bread. The steamed clams in spicy basil broth had great flavor but leaned a bit too salty for our taste. Next time I'd probably try one of the other preparations like white wine or sake. To finish, we shared their Japanese-style cheesecake, which is light as a cloud and not overly sweet . Service was attentive and friendly, as always. Parking on the ground floor of the Hōkūa Tower. They will validate parking. Still one of the most consistent spots in the area. Will definitely be back! Happy eating!!

Chicken Oyako Don
Justin H.

Very good food here , great service and very friendly staff and knowledgeable on the menu. Inside and outside of restaurant is very clean. One of my favorite spot to come.

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Angel H.

My uncle was visiting from Hong Kong and we had family dinner here. There was 14 of us total. We made reservations, so getting a table wasn't difficult. The food was good, but portions were small. We got a few orders of the fried chicken wings $15 each and fried baby octopus $14 each. The chicken wings were halved flats. So, every piece only had one bone in it instead of two. My uncle and I both ordered the seafood laksa $28 (coconut curry seafood broth w/two types of noodles, shrimp, fish cake, fish ball, aburage, bean sprouts, corn and half boiled egg), which is their house specialty. When it arrived it was really red as it was supposed to be spicy. It wasn't that spicy at all, which was perfect for me. It was flavorful and I liked it a lot. My uncle who lived in Malaysia and Singapore, said that it wasn't authentic and not close to what they serve in those countries. He said it was still good though. If you're looking to get dessert their Japanese cheesecake with creme anglaise sauce is my favorite. For parties of 6 or more they'll add a 20% gratuity. For parties of 10 or more they'll add a 23% gratuity. They also add a 3% surcharge for the kitchen staff.

Strawberry shortcake, Panya Japanese Cheese Cake, mango mousse cake
Noelle Y.

I have always seen this restaurant but never been here before. We came because someone was visiting and they made reservations. I read some of the reviews so I didn't have high hopes. However, we had a great time and everything we got was so delicious. We were seated right away. The interior is very nice. It looks like a very modern restaurant. They have outside seating as well. Our servers were all so nice and very attentive. Everything we ordered was so delicious as well! I got the Thai green curry with fried chicken karaage. I've never seen that before. But the chicken was so good and super crispy. The curry was just a tad spicy and had great flavor. Together they were sooo good. I would def get again. The pad Thai was good. My husband enjoyed his seafood laska. The steamed fish was also really delicious. We ordered desserts as well. They were beautiful. All very light and not too sweet. We had a great time and would definitely come back again.

Tan Tan Tossed Noodles
Tasha K.

Panya Bistro & Bakery is a chic restaurant in Ward that offers South East Asian dishes and freshly baked desserts and pastries. We got the Tan Tan Tossed Noodles and Lap Chong Fried Rice, which were both good, but not as exceptional as I was expecting for the price. I didn't have any of their pastries this time, but every time I've had their cakes or bread they've always been delicious. Vibe: The service was extraordinary! From the host to the servers, everyone was funny, kind, and quick. We decided to sit outside, which is a nice option since they allow pets to join you at the table. The restaurant is usually pretty busy, both outside and inside, so it's best to make a reservation. Parking: We usually park in the Ward Village parking lot and shop around after eating, but they also have a private parking lot behind the restaurant.

Thai green curry with fried chicken karaage
Hailley O.

I've been to Panya a handful of times and I really enjoy this spot! I love how they have a wide variety of dishes on their menu and a nice selection of desserts as well! My favorite dish to get is the Thai green curry with the fried chicken karaage. The curry is creamy with a good amount of spice and it goes great with the chicken karaage! It's a generous portion too and I usually have enough for leftovers for the next day. During this visit we got the tiramisu for dessert which was tasty. Service is usually pretty efficient and I highly recommend making reservations!

Crostini
Michelle T.

This is my go to spot when entertaining out of town guests or having business lunches with coworkers. The ambiance is very calm and the seating is both outside and inside. The staff is very friendly and know the menu inside and out. I really appreciate the fact that the food is made fresh and it comes out nice and hot. We never really have to ask for anything as they check up on you and really care about your experience. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone coming to town looking for a fusion menu.

Won Ton Lo Mein
Angela C.

Panya always give good service and serves delicious food. The servers are super nice and smiley, always came over to make sure we are good. We had the house specialty seafood laksa noodles, spicy. It has a mild flavor, despite the fact that it looked red. The Dan Dan had a fermented noodle flavor. And our favorite was the chicken wings, which was tasty and flavorful.

Yummy yummy strawberry shortcake and lemon crunch cake
Andrea M.

I'm always a bit skeptical of places with large menus, it can be a bit overwhelming, but I loved everything we got. My favorite was the Indonesian fried rice, which they modified to make vegetarian for me which is so appreciated. Fried tofu noodles were also delicious with a good amount of spice and seasoning. Caprese for an appetizer and finished with delicious dessert (strawberry shortcake and mango cake). Service was attentive and they modified dishes to make them vegetarian without a second thought . I really enjoyed sitting outside as well, the ambiance is nice. Can't wait to return, this will become a regular place in our rotation for sure.

Thai basil chicken
Elisabeth K.

Nice outside tables available and validated parking in the building if needed. Great drink menu of freshly made sodas, juices, teas, specialty coffees and dessert counter. The menu is very diverse, stick to the Asian entrees like the ginger chicken. You can tell they have some south Asian roots because they even have the good kind red chili sambl sauce if requested. Crème brûlée dessert afterwards was also delicious. Great wait staff, Thomas was a plus- great attitude and helpful. Thank you to the restaurant manager for doing good job keeping the place well run. So many restaurants aren't worth the time these days. We will return in the future for another good experience.

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The food was delicious with generous portions. Service was friendly, attentive without feeling like hovering.

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Is Panya closing? Heard it from a friend. Knew that Alice was no longer there but that Annie was still there.

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Is there still happy hour?

Yes! Happy Hour is on Tuesday-Friday from 3-5 pm

Where is parking?

Around the side. Free.

Are you allowing the non inoculated to sit on the patio outside or no papers no welcome? I realize it's a mandate, which is a strongly worded suggestion but it's not a law. What about HIPPA federal law privacy?

All Oahu restaurants that offer any sit-down service are required to have vaccinated or recently tested customers. No exceptions except for takeout orders. It's the law!

Are they open for dine-in and do they take reservations?

Yes and yes! I went back in May, and they were open for dine-in. I placed my reservation via OpenTable.

Do they use msg in their food?

No Panya do not use msg.

What are the ingredients in the Thai steak salad dressing please?

Wouldn't the recipe is a secret ??!

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