Saturday night date night at Threadfin Bistro was perfection. I'm a guy who likes date night at new a places but I am not great at describing meals. I want to share this new place with you, so I'm writing a review. Server was great; she was very knowledgeable, attentive and easy to chat with. We were the early seating at 5:30pm. It's a prix fixe menu and is BYOB for now. We did an add-in pupu, the Abalone was perfect. I had tartar salad; a good balance with the greens. The steak was American version of Wagu; was cooked medium rare and was amazing. One complaint; the steak was precut but I would have preferred a steak knife to make smaller bites. Dessert was light and fluffy cake; Macha and strawberries- tasty. They made coffee for me. The chef is from Food Company Kailua. We will come back for sure! read more

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Located on the mauka end of Kapahulu Ave in Kilohana Square. Lots of parking in the lot, as all the other shops are closed during dinner time. Quaint space with modern decor, seating about 25 people at the counter and tables. Can get a bit noisy if packed, but when eating, who needs to talk anyway? Food is a monthly 3-course set menu with options for appetizer and entree, along with additional add-on dishes. For the quality and flavors of the food, you can't beat the $68 menu and bonus...it's BYOB! With our table of 4, we ordered everything offered. I enjoyed every bite, but highlights were the burrata and roasted pear salad, the kampachi risotto, and the abalone in cognac butter. Drooling just remembering. read more

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A speakeasy for food! If you would like to eat at a hidden gem, an unassuming exterior with amazing food, this is your spot. My wife, son, and I ate here tonight and it was a unanimous win! Every dish was unique, flavorful, and oh so good! I am already planning to go back for a company dinner party, special family meal, and simple appetizers and wine. It is so good. That's all I can really say. Do yourself a favor and have a meal here with a friend, lover, or even a stranger. Chef Jason, our server Greg, and the whole staff were outstanding too! read more

The food was delicious and the service could not have been more professional: efficient but friendly. The space is simply furnished and minimally decorated, yet still warm and pleasant. Several wines offered by the glass, also cocktails are available. I would like to see them add a few mocktails and zero alcohol wine and/or beer. read more

Came to Threadfin Bistro on a Friday night with a couple bottles of great wine, we were excited to check out this new restaurant. The ambience was intimate. Our waitress was very nice and friendly. As a BYOB restaurant, she generously offered ice bucket for our white and decanter for our reds - really appreciated that. The escargot style abalone was amazing. I liked it even better than a regular escargot. The seasoning was on point and the bread that went with it was perfectly done. The salad was great as well. Our steak came and upon first bite, I caught a very long strand of hair. Not sure if it was the hair, but after that all the food tasted mediocre. The waitress did replace the dish fairly quickly. When the bill came, we were still being charged the entire pre-fixe menu and the upcharge for the steak. It wasn't until I mentioned the hair again before "chef approved to revise the bill" - according to the waitress. I worked in restaurants and frequently cook at home myself, I understand that things happen and hair make its way into food sometimes. It would be nice to get a more personable apology or a proactive approach to resolve the matter. read more

Everything here was excellent, very happy we sought this small restaurant out. My jindori chicken over risotto was delicious, my husband's crab curry noodles were even better. Just first rate food, good service. read more

Amazing experience! Service was great and very friendly! Food was absolutely delicious, parking easy, highly recommend checking them out. read more

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Food was excellent - started with calamari and charred broccoli appetizers; and the entrees - short rib ragu and steak frites were tasty, well-presented and delicious! Indulged in a variety of desserts including two types of sorbet, chocolate mousse, etc. With a couple of glasses of pinot, it was an awesome evening. Ambiance is nice as there's live entertainment on the weekends! And Greg and team took great care of our party! Mahalo! read more

Such a cute new date spot! All the food was very good- I had the salmon starter and American Wagu. My biggest issue is that they do not have steak knives. The meat is precut but not into small enough pieces. The waitstaff was all super knowledgeable and attentive. There's a clean bathroom and ample parking. Glad we tried it! read more

What an excellent experience dinning at this place. When I arrived at the parking lot, all I can see is a black door with the name of the restaurant on it, nothing really stands out. The restaurant is not really that big, it seats around 30 people maximum, very cozy and they serve all set menu for $68, on top of that, they have some appetizer that you can choose from but you have to pay extra for that. We added the Kona abalone. This dish was prepared more like a traditional escargot dish with heavy butter and garlic. It was so yummy. We love it very much. A winner to start our dinner with. From the starter to the main dish, (I am not going into detail, you can see my photos) Every dish was so good. We love all of them. Rich in favor, texture. The risotto was cooked. Perfect. Food decoration and presentation is also very nice. Our server Jesse was also very friendly, great service. It is a BYOB restaurant. I ask Jesse (our server) what cooking style they are promoting, he said the chief said American cuisine. Overall, we have a very great dinning experience. Recommended! read more

Threadfin Bistro - Octopus carcappio - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Tucked away off busy Kapahulu, I would describe the ambience as light intimate...it's not dark but nicely lit and limited seating. We had a reservation and our table was already set up upon arrival. It's BYOB and they will also open your wine (although we forgot if there was a corkage fee but it didn't really matter to us) and they also provide a bucket to keep it cold. Greg our server was extremely attentive and very knowledgeable about the food menu and restaurant. Every thing we ordered was plated so pretty and we loved the clam special and curry crab pasta! Pricing is good and we were told they are expanding so we hope to check that out! read more

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Been away a long time, so went to an OLD favorite and left...sadly. Desperately searching nearby we found Chef Jason's place and were welcomed in to a new upscale in Kapahulu! (did not want to eat in Waikiki). Top shelf food, service and ambiance! Really good concoctions with local and international twists! Chef came to talk with us and is justifiably proud of his work, like the abalone escargot. A bit pricey but highly recommend. EPIC! read more

My boyfriend and I came here for a 6pm dinner. We were greeted immediately by the kind waitress in the front. It is a quaint little place that is BYOB which was really cool. We did the pre fixe menu with an add on of the Kona abalone. That abalone was the absolute best dish! It was so flavorful and they were so kind to offer us extra bread so we could soak up the sauce in the abalone dish LOL. Service was excellent and the rest of the dishes were so flavorful and perfectly portioned. Definitely going to recommend this place to all my friends. read more

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Food, service and ambiance are all top notch. While not cheap, it is worth it if you can afford it. Last time I dined here, I was fortunate to be able to have moi (or Pacific threadfin). It was superb. I will order it again if available. However, it is rarely available anywhere but the quality, size and preparation here was what top Hawai'i restaurants strive for but rarely attain. All the dishes are memorable but the moi was exceptional. read more

A newly opened spot with world travelled chef Jason, who displays his love of people, cultures, techniques and gustatory refinement. His offerings are thoughtfully presented with an uncanny skill with portions. You have just enough. My friend has lived from Monaco to Switzerland , France and Hong Kong. She is a woman who goes beyond foodie. She was thoroughly impressed. The service was personal and thoughtful. It is a small bistro, which I like. Go now before it gets to a point you will have difficulty getting reservations. Chef states he is still at the soft open sta read more

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We celebrated my mom's birthday at a new neighborhood bistro that's tucked away in Kilohana Square ( in the old Ojisan space). This intimate restaurant has monochromatic modern minimalist decor with just a few tables, 1 hightop for larger parties and bar seating. It's best for parties of 6 or less unless you want to buy out the restaurant for the night which would be a fun thing to do. They do have special themed dinners once in awhile on Sundays. It's BYOB for now, they opened in September 2023. So now to the cuisine. Chef Jason Kiyota is at the helm, although he is not mentioned on their website. I got his name from their IG page. The reason I wanted to name him is because I feel he must be a master saucier. With the 3 course prix fixe meal for a reasonable $68, his sauces are what makes his dishes completely his. A craveable dish is his tender Kona Abalone with Cognac butter sauce, my only critique is this dish needed more bread to drink up that beautiful sauce. Although served in an escargot dish, The sauce is more delicate yet cognace forward and less garlicky than traditional escargot Bourgiugnonne. It's rich so it's good to share; probably a signature dish of the chef. Please keep it on the menu!!! For my second dish, which was even more outstanding than the kona abalone was the kanpachi with truffle mushroom beurre monte with baby brussel sprouts, potato leek ragout. The fish was perfectly cooked and that sauce was so good it was practically drinkable. I did not taste my husband's Hokkaido Scallops with corn and purple sweet potato, even though the scallops were firm he definitely enjoyed it. He likes his scallops a little softer, it's a personal taste since he loves to eat raw hotate. I am going out of order because I wanted to talk about the most memorable dishes first. For my first course, I enjoyed the burrata with delicately poached pears with petite arugula which has less bite than the larger leaf arugula. It's not overdressed with too much balsamic vinegar, just right as a first course. My hubby had the hamachi with watermelon granita, he said that the hamachi was somewhat lost in this dish as it was under a large amount of granita and trout roe. It was still delicious , but I would scoop out some of the granita so you can get to the hamachi. The prix fixe comes with a chef's choice dessert, so they must change it up. I guess I will find out the next time we dine there. On our evening, it was an Earl Gray tea mouse cake garnished with orange supremes. It was light and not overly sweet. They brought it out with a candle for my mom's birthday. They also brought out an extra sweet for her birthday, which was a deep dark flourless chocolate cake with whipped cream. We all agreed, that was the star dessert since we all ate some with giant spoons (need some teaspoons for dessert). Chef should have that as a regular dessert, maybe garnish with some fresh berries or raspberry sauce, simply delicious. The parking is easy in Kilohana Square, just steps away from the restaurant. Service was friendly and knowledgeable. You can see the Chef watching to make sure everyone is enjoying their meal. My only suggestion would be some kind of cushions for the table seats, the bench and chair sit very stiff aka hard as a rock. The high top and bar sests have cushions. Reservations recommended and for now they are only open Thursday to Saturday from 5:30 to 8pm. It says to email for reservations but If you are spur of the moment you can try calling the day of. Highly recommended. I don't write a lot of reviews but when there is a place I would recommend to my friends, then I will write a small tome to let others know. We need to support our small locally owned restaurants. Please give Threadfin Bistro a try, you won't regret it. Kudos to Chef Kiyota and his sous chef we met in the parking lot. read more

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We enjoyed a dinner created by Chef Kiyota & Master Sommelier Chuck Furuya featuring the wines of Fred Scherrer. The starter Trio of Appetizers paired nicely with the Scherrer Rose - Fred Scherrer barrel ferments his Rose which gives it an umami richness. The Hawaiian Octopus was reminiscent of Vino's octopus on creamy white beans and pared well with the Scherrer Zinfandoodle while the Short Rib on Mushroom Risotto was great with the Scherrer Pinot Noir - which Fred Scherrer leaves on the lees for 3 years (like the way Champagne is produced). The Goat Cheese Tart was a perfect way to finish the meal. Service as usual was excellent and the meal was served at the perfect pace. read more

Threadfin Bistro is by far, one of the most exquisite dining experiences on Oahu. A small, intimate and charming spot located in the heart of Kapahulu, Threadfin is truly a hidden gem. Chef Jason presents a seamless integration of American cuisine with influences from France and Asia. Each dish was a testament to the chef's dedication and creativity. The service and hospitality that we received from server, Jesse, was absolutely phenomenal, and made our entire experience absolutely unforgettable. For anyone seeking a dining experience that emphasizes service, unique cuisine, and intimacy, Threadfin Bistro is an ABSOLUTE must-visit!!!! read more

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Awesome food, superb staff. Loved it. Will be going back again soon for more deliciousness

Excellent food and service. I'm a big fan of this chef from his restaurant in Kailua (Food Company). My only complaint is that the restaurant is a bit loud. read more

Loved the abalone Escargot style. Hokkaido scallops with risotto with corn sauce was a lovely touch. Frisée with blue cheese sauce with persimmon slices was a delicious combination. What a lovely Chef!! Well done Jason read more

Great food & service! Everyone was very friendly and professional. We had the burrata poached pear and Hokkaido scallops to start. The flavors and textures were perfect. We also had the lamb, and steak for our main dishes. Both were amazing! I especially loved the lamb, it came with a mint salsa verde with potato onion gratin. The steak was perfectly cooked washugyu steak au poivre and came with amazing mashed potatoes. We loved the ambiance, it was cozy but not overly crowded. Definitely will be back read more

Threadfin Bistro - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I had the pleasure of having dinner yesterday at Threadfin Bistro. Having several amazing meals while visiting Honolulu, this was my final meal on the island. This seems to be a local favorite and I can see why. We ordered some "Share" appetizers made the abalone was incredible. I would highly recommend this. It's beautifully balanced with butter and cream and the bread was perfect. If this was my first course, I would have been a happy man. We also ordered prawns and noodles which was terrific as well. I ordered the octopus as my first course and it wasn't nearly as delicious as the share dishes but it was still delicate and flavorful. My second course was the scallops. Had it not been Good Friday I would have ordered the Wagyu beef but the scallops were still beautifully prepared with a delicious sauce. Desert wasn't as delicious or memorable as the rest of the meal but was still very well prepared. I would highly recommend Treadfin if you're looking for a restaurant with nice ambiance great service and wonderful food. read more

Excellent food, ambiance and service. Lots of parking and BYOB (for now). I had the beet salad and fish (opakapaka) very flavorful! Definitely will be back! read more

Chef Jason, Alicia, front & back of house excellent!! Chefs combination of fine, fresh seafood and complimentary ingredients are unkcious!!

The secret is out... Jason has been creating world class tasting menus for a while now! His love, emphasis and skill set is focused on fish but not limited to it (Threadfin anyone?). My all time fave is the Big Island abalone appetizer. Congrats Jason! read more

Great food and service. The restaurant was small and quaint. Bring your own wine. It's perfect

Food was so inviting I dug in before I realized I hadn't taken any pics!! This tiny gem of a restaurant is not only clever in changing menu's monthly offering the MOST inventive and delicious items, it is very reasonably priced considering the high quality of ingredients and complex flavors. I'm going back in September!! And maybe monthly!! read more

The food was amazing , refreshing and plated so well. Excellent service and ambience.

Excellent service (with a smile)! Delicious prix fix dinner with many options for extra dishes to share as appetizers or with dinner.

We had a nice anniversary dinner at Threadfin tonight. Our server was very friendly and sweet, as well as knowledgeable about the menu. The ambiance was a bit loud, but we settled in and were able to have a nice conversation. The appetizers were amazing--abalone served escargot-style with crispy baguette (and of course an order of the fresh ciabbata), as well as a scallop carbonara which we think was an appetizer but was definitely a dinner portion and would have been amazing as a main course. The prix fixe menu was also delicious--we had persimmon with goat cheese and Shishido pepper and a salmon tartare which was mouthwatering. Nice change of pace from our warm appetizers. For the main course we both chose the Washugyu steak with potatoes and carrots, also delicious. Was dessert the best course? Who could say? An amazing apple walnut tart with cinnamon and whipped goat cheese. Yowza. And a really nice piping hot cup of coffee along side. Just FYI the restaurant is currently still BYOB. I'm not sure if it was the money we saved by bringing our own wine, but the prices all seemed very reasonable. The prix fixe especially, at $65, seemed (Chef Jason, if you're listening) even a little under-priced? Our server informed us the menu changes every few weeks, so we look forward to our return visit to Threadfin! read more

Food was awesome! New menu a little more sophisticated than Food Company days but still same great flavors. The prix fix 3 course menu is a good deal. Abalone escargot and the lobster noodles were delicious. I'd like to see a bigger menus in the future. Service was great. They were booked but graciously squeezed us in. Chef came out to say hi. The space is quite small but pleasant and modern and there are rumors of expansion which I hope is true. read more

A night to remember! Enjoyed a memorable dinner at Thread Fin with dear friends. The dining experience was so special in many ways: 1) the food was amazing--so different and delicious! A feast for our tummies and for our eyes!! From appetizer to dessert, an outstanding gustatory treat! 2)the restaurant was like an elegant private dining room with a lovely server, Anna 3)the venue was classy and sophisticated without being ostentatious 4) each course of the meal presentation--from the abalone to dessert--was presented exquisitely! The dishware, garnishment, and color, appealed to all our senses! A mark of a chef gourmet! 5) I loved the decor--clean, simple, elegant! The light fixtures suggested a school of the restaurant's namesake--threadfin or moi. A fitting name as well since in early Hawaiian culture, the moi was reserved for chiefs. Indeed, you can expect a feast fit for royalty! 6)the wooden tables and chairs added warmth and a natural vibe! Oh yes, the wooden wall art was a wonderful example of precision and design! 7)lastly, metallic copper color paint on the women's restroom wall elevated a practical/functional place to one with style and interest! When diners use bread to soak up every bit of the fantastic sauces, (using three orders of bread), it's a mark of appreciation and gratitude for a wonderful meal!! Can't wait for a Hana hou visit!! read more

The food and service were very good. The wood work on the walls reflected someone's excellent craftsmanship. Our plan when we return would be for each of us to order our own abalone starter rather than sharing. It was so good. read more

This is actually a fine dining restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere. There are frequent special prix fixe meals some with wine included. The menus are available online when you sign up for emails. The food is always delicious and the service impeccable. The kitchen is open and seats looking into the kitchen are fun. The dining room is appealing. Menus are eclectic and unusual but always satisfying. The restaurant has had a BYOB policy without corkage fee but you should check before going to make sure it remains. I plan on going back frequently. read more

Food was very different and delicious. Ambiance was nice, though wooden seats along the wall needs padding or cushions.

Threadfin Bistro is a lovely little restaurant for fine dining. The food is amazing. The potions are just right. We didn't leave feeling too stuffed, but we were full. All of the staff there are super nice and helpful. The service was perfect. I highly recommend this gem. read more

Excellent - for sure, a Michelin quality dining experience. Our service was super friendly and impeccable. The abalone appetizer was to die for! Can't wait to return for another delicious meal. BYOB made it fun as well, although we understand that they will have a liquor license by Feb, 2024. Well done! read more