Best Cozy Restaurants in Kalihi-Palama

Great food, very knowledgeable and fun service - the Omaha special was so good. We’ll return any time we’re in Honolulu.

We literally fly over from Big Island to do date nights here. It's that good. Technique is off the charts, service is impeccable without being overbearing, the ambiance is perfectly balanced between laid back dinner with the wife vibes to big promotion or anniversary meal worthy. Every nuance is thought of. Loving the new "Elevated Britain" menu style, even on something as simple to eff up as Fish and Chips- it's beyond perfect here. No step is overlooked. Brined fish, thrice fried chips, a tartar sauce where you can decipher herbs from vinegar and find the harmony between the two. This is a restaurant for other chefs on their off day, and that is why I literally fly on an airplane to eat here. We did dinner tonight, have brunch reservations tomorrow and, then we hope a plane back to my island. So worth it. Cheers to the whole Podmore team, and Mahalo for caring so much. It shows, and it's appreciated.

I’ve always been a fan of O’Kim’s. The food does not disappoint, I love the black sesame salad dressing and my pork belly brûlée and ban chan was enjoyable. They also remembered that we were celebrating a birthday! A must-go. Tip: if you go early (11:30am) on Saturday, you may be fortunate enough to get parking on Nu`anu St!

I've gone there twice and everytime it's amazing. Each appetizer and entrée is an experience. Chef Bau is culinary genius, I can't recommend his restaurant enough. Tony our server was amazing, the food came out perfectly timed, the wine pairings were perfect. The dining area is cozy and relaxing reminiscent of the French quarter of New Orleans. Dining here is an experience as much as getting a delightful meal. I plan on going back again to try more new items on the menu as well as to see what the specials are. Everyone at my table ended up sharing our entrees and each one was a symphony of flavors. Do not pass up the opportunity to eat at this restaurant. It is without a doubt the best restaurant I've eaten at on oahu in the last three years. In a word the restaurant is elite, it's a stand out on an island filled with large corporate chain restaurants and a breath of fresh air from drab food.

The food at Rangoon is fantastic and the staff exceptional. It was a little noisy, but that’s just proof it’s a place people want to go. I’m already looking forward to our next visit!