50 Best Chinese Restaurants in Honolulu

“Food was good and came out quickly. Portion sizes were pretty good, and cooking seemed like it was more home-style and less tourist focused, which was appreciated. I got the beef chow fun, the person that I went with got the beef rice soup.“

“Great taste and worth to eat👍👍👍“

“Really enjoyed Dew Drop Inn. The place has a very local, casual feel, which made the meal even better. We tried a few different dishes, including the mapo tofu, fried rice, pan-fried dumplings, rice, and the fried small fish with fish eggs inside, probably shishamo or capelin. Everything was good, but the fried roe-filled fish was easily the highlight. It was crispy, flavorful, and really satisfying. The mapo tofu was also rich and comforting with rice. Definitely a spot I’d come back to, especially for that fried fish dish.“

“The quality of your dishes is very high on customer satisfaction!“

“My favorite place to get spicy noodle soup with beef. I love paring my noodle bowls with their house friend rice. I have come across many fried rice in my life and this has to be my favorite. On difficult days, I come here to lift my spirits and fill my stomach. On happy days I also come here to celebrate. Very small place but the wait feels like it never happened once their flavors are gliding through your tastebuds. The house beef is well flavored and although the tenderness varies at every visit, as whole, it is outstanding. I may also be biased because I do get this through Uber Eats regularly. #stayfullstaysatisfied“

“self rotating skewers were so delicious and fun to watch. side dishes were amzing too“

“Food was wonderful! I don't eat this food often, but the lady who owns this restaurant was very helpful in helping me order since I wasn't familiar with the menu, and it came out just how I wanted it. A great experience. I would highly recommend stopping by if you have the chance.“

“I was visiting Oahu with my husband for a few days, and we always look for good Chinese food spots wherever we travel. Mian was amazing and definitely hit the spot. The noodles were chewy and perfect! We got the beef noodle soup, the pork dumplings, and the hot and sour sweet potato noodles. All of them were very good, highly recommend! If we lived here, we definitely would order from this establishment all of the time.“

“You most definitely want to order ahead on those special days like valentines days. If you don't order pre-order pre pay online , you need to expect there's going to be a line waiting out the door. AND you want to have 1 driver and 1 person to pickup, (2 people in the car), because the size of the parking lot is not quite the capacity to the sometimes sudden influx of customers.“

“If you are looking for some Cantonese BBQ while in Honolulu, you must stop here and pick up some of this guys meat. I got a half pound of BBQ pork (char siu), half pound of roast pork (siu yuk), and a half a chicken (see yao gai). All of the dishes were well prepared, well seasoned, and cooked to perfection! You will not find anything to complain about when this meat is in your mouth! I went for dimsum at a nearby stall, and chanced upon Meimei. I took a chance and I discovered a master! Please visit here and enjoy! I will return!“

“This is my go to for the office! The always hit the spot! Love their options. I always arrive early and the open a little early to accommodate. I love them! Fast, Friendly!“

“Wow wow wow wow wow!! The dim sum was very delicious and the sizes were astronomical! I’ve never seen taro puffs, har gow (shrimp balls/dumplings), fried shrimp balls so generous before!! The flavors were all classic dim sum flavors, very delicious. I’ve had dim sum in many places down the west coast and east coast and I’ll tell you this may be top five for me! Sit down order your dim sum on the order slip and wait for the goodness to arrive at your table. Get everything, don’t even think about it. You’ll regret not ordering more! I promise.“

“Had such a great food experience. Everyone was friendly. For being complete outsiders, we were made to feel like family.“

“Went here with my Mom and we both loved it! I ordered the satay beef noodle soup, and I was surprised by the amount of noodle options you could choose from. Was tasty and very filling. There were a lot of Cantonese speakers there so it felt like it was pretty authentic lol. The workers were really nice and refilled our waters multiple times which I appreciated. They have a shared bathroom with some other businesses that’s outside, entrance is locked so they’ll open it for you but it’s pretty clean.“

“Basically this is a workers bfast brunch lunch deal. Mon thru Fri. Sometimes parking is iffy early early but after 830 I believe it is all g. I love the place honestly. They get choke local kine grindz so not exactly a tourist destination but a solid place to grab some take out that wasn't engineered in a lab and that also is not deadly(fast food talking to u).“

“One of several eateries at Don Quijote. Roast duck and roast pork available hanging on display! Dim sum, plate lunch and dessert 😋. Just happen to try the char siu bao (with green onion)and it was very delicious (not fatty nor greasy) Recommended choice!“

“I love finding these small joints that are turning out delicious and generous food at reasonable prices. I wanted to get the braised beef noodle, but they were out so I (reluctantly) ordered char sui noodle. I'm not a big fan of char sui because it normally is too sweet and fatty, but this place really turned me on my head! The meat was tender, and caramelized/ roasted to have the perfect amount of char taste (the picture is a half portion - it was so yummy I just scarfed it down quickly!). The marinade wasn't sweet, and they gave a nice portion separate from the noodles. The soup was piping hot and satisfying, full of noodles and veggies. My kid really liked their pork hash, which was big, plump, and generously filled. We also had the rice cake (it tastes like potu), tea cookies (big hit with my sweet-tooth hubby), and almond cookies. I'll be going back to get that braised beef noodle & eat dim sum one of these days! The inside isn't much too look at, but give it a shot - you & your belly will not regret it.“

“Authentic and delicious Hunan food! The duck was perfect. We also had the frog dish, mushroom dish, and seasonal vegetables. They were all very good. My fiancé is living in Changsha now, so we know the food well. Please add Chinese tea to your menu instead of the western black tea. I would suggest Longjing or Tieguanyin. If you want a roasted tea you could offer wuyi rock tea. Your guests will love it.“

“Simple, shareable, strongly spiced food, reasonably priced but will make you want to drink. Cozy, maybe 10 tables total. Bonus points for being open late but that will mean rowdy tables. Party room next door overwhelms the ambiance with skull-numbing, throbbing bass. Limited parking.“

“AMAZING. Great service - even better food!!!! made fresh“

“The food was fresh and delicious. Service friendly and helpful. You’ll feel like you’ve arrived at that hidden gem where the locals eat authentic Asian food. Hong Kong style noodles were delicious, as was the tofu and eggplant. Vegetarian potstickers were not listed on the expansive menu, but when the server realized we were vegetarian she made the recommendation. Great place!“

“Overload Burger lives up to its name — a delicious, generously loaded burger that hits the spot. Juicy patty, great toppings, and just the right amount of messy. Perfect for when you're craving something hearty and satisfying. Definitely recommend!“

“Ordered the brisket and tendon. Also ordered beef broccoli and rice. Portions were huge. The only reason why we went to 99 ranch before they shut down was just to get food from here. The cashier who helped me was very friendly and offered to help me figure out which portion I wanted. The tendon is so good but you have to eat it with the brisket to balance it out. Will be back again for brisket and tendon for sure.“

“A chef friend recommended Au’s Garden and it is a family favorite and the best tasting Chinese food in the islands! I’ve been told they use high quality meats, seafood and ingredients.
Lyn, the owner, and the service staff are very nice and friendly.“

“They need to make the sign of the restaurant a little bigger because everyone needs to know about this store. The portions are HUGE for the prices and the food is so good. The owners are viet-chinese and that really shows in their flavors. I highly recommend asking them what their specials are and ordering that.

It's a mom and pop shop and I support those.“

“TL;DR: This is a hidden gem in Chinatown! Authentic, old fashioned massive portion of Cheung fun for an amazing price! You won't be disappointed if you check it out!

We stumbled on this place while checking out Chinatown in Oahu.
This is not a restaurant, this is a Cheung fun factory, they make the fresh rice rolls wholesale for other restaurants!
We made soup noodles out of their plain noodles (look fun) it was incredibly fresh and delicious. The noodles held their shape, they are made in the very old fashioned Cantonese way!
We really appreciate the attention to authenticity, much better than all of the Chinatowns in other parts of the world that we have visited!
We loved our first visit so much, we returned to buy 2 char siu and 1 ha mi Cheung fun!
They are massive and for the price, it's an insane deal! They're tasty, they're fresh , they have the perfect bouncy texture! They did have small packets of soy sauce to eat with it as well!
It's just like the old fashioned, dim sum restaurant in Asia.
I don't think you can find this anywhere else!
This is a hidden gem, and we hope they will continue to be here for a long time!“

“You must try the crab! You will not be disappointed.“

“The food was extremely authentic, HUGE portion sizes. Was very pleasantly surprised that we could find such authentic hunan cuisine in Honolulu! The service was quick and servers are very kind, had great conversations while enjoying our meal!“

“A typical looking traditional dim sum place. I ordered some basic dim sums to go and they were fine, but nothing special. Each dim sum is about $6. It took a little longer than expected to get my small order ready, but it wasn’t bad. Servers were very friendly.

Vegetarian options: Some options were available.

Parking: Park in the adjacent building at a dollar per hour with the first 30 minutes free.“

“This little “hole-in-the-wall” I’ve been coming to for years, possibly decades, but I haven’t been since new ownership took over. I was hesitant because the previous owners I’ve gotten to know over the years and they put so much effort into their food… I’m happy to report that the food is just as good!I ordered the soup noodles with pork and pickled vegetables and it was like I remembered. The soup base was delicious and the noodles cooked perfectly. I also order the salt & pepper chicken wings for good measure and those were great too!If you have a craving for HK-style cafe food, this is the spot to visit!“

“This little hidden gem is the best! We visited this centrally located spot during our trip to Oahu. It is a mom and pop owned shop with delicious, fresh, and authentic Chinese food. Our favorites were the potstickers were so fresh and crispy (they make them homemade!) and the beef and broccoli.
We went for dinner. The service was also super fast - they were super attentive so great to grab a quick bite for lunch or takeout. It is really clean inside and a very welcome environment.
Highly recommend!!“

“Had a wonderful family meal here. The woman working did a great job taking care of the front of the house by herself on a busy Friday with 2 full 12 top tables, a couple of random walk-ins plus lots of take out orders. BYOB and BYOD (dessert) 😊 The order-ahead honey BBQ pork ribs are a MUST! We brought in our own fish and lobster, which they did a fantastic job preparing for us 😋 It's always great dining with a large group at a Chinese restaurant because you get a chance to try lots of dishes. Everything was delicious!“

“great ono stuff. love it thete. parking sucks tho“

“Had the dandan noodles. Was spicy but not overbearing. On this day the kitchen was a little slow.“

“Best Roasted Duck in all the islands. Take out to neighbor islands too.“

“Machine was not to full capacity on this visit, mostly desert type streamed only, but it didn't stop me from ordering two dozen. I will admit apprehension at first...the result, however, was amazing.

Staff here was great, at least the last two times I visited. I had a young tattooed girl that was extremely nice and courteous. The place was busy, both the manapua and food side but the line moved rather quickly. Not always the case at some if the other locations.

Parking was available even for a busy restaurant. This will now be my go to Chun Wah Kam from now on every visit to Oahu“

“My workplace put in a huge order and when I went to pick it up, it was obviously too much to carry to my car. Jerome and Diana took the liberty of helping me bring the boxes to my car. I didn’t even ask they were so kind about it. Since the very beginning, Diana made sure I had everything I needed and was very professional and very quick to load the boxes. Thank you guys again!“

“A generous bucket of fresh tofu-fa for just $4, served with a delightful ginger sugar sauce. This place has been a staple for 20 years, though they now only open on weekends. The owner, a kind and welcoming Chinese lady, adds a personal touch to the experience.
Located next to Troy's Enterprise, the local fish market.

Vegetarian options: Tofu-fa“

“The food was amazing and everything we expected after we saw the video on You Tube. The prices and portions are good and filling.“

“Saw on Instagram about the $11.99 crispy ginger chicken so had to check 'em out. Uncle brought out a whole loaded serving plate which threw me off because I could've sworn the menu said 1/2 chicken! Honestly that ginger chicken was so addictive! I might have to come back weekly just to get it! Plus Uncle Michael's hospitality is over the charts! They even got free karaoke when you sit down and eat!“

“Food is authentic Hong Kong Style breakfast fare - jook, beef brisket noodles, roast meats, milk tea, toast

Service is exactly what you expect from a dirty hole in the wall greasy spoon type joint, thats why I love it.

Atmosphere - see above description for Sevice.“

“Came here for lunch to celebrate my Mom's bff Birthday. We invited a couple of her friends as well.

We had a delicious eight course luncheon.

Honey BBQ Ribs, Singapore Noodles, Concubine Chicken, Beef Chow Fun, Salt and Pepper Shrimp, Kau Yuk with Taro, Steamed Fish Fillet with Soft Tofu, and Stir Fried Ung Choy with Harm Har.

Needless to say, we had plenty of leftovers for takeout. The ladies enjoyed the food. All the dishes were prepared well and great flavor. Price was inexpensive considering we got a lot of food.“

“Went to Oahu for my nephew’s graduation ceremony at UH Manoa. He chose this restaurant to go eat at after all of the lei giving was done.

I remember seeing this place when I went to Toyota’s grand opening and didn’t really think much about it. They do serve good family sized portions and food came out quick.

The Honey Walnut Shrimp was absolutely perfect and I would go back there again just for that. The fried rice was good but nothing mind blowing. Their Peking Duck Bao Bun was very good; the bao was baked perfectly, soft and fluffy.

Definitely a diamond in the rough but was nice to have some good Cantonese food.“

“Happy Days Restaurant located on the East side of Oahu on Waialae Ave. Genuine and Authentic Cantonese cuisine prepared by expert chefs using the freshest ingredients. Unique to this restaurant is that they serve Dim Sum throughout the day into the evening. Signature dishes include Peking Duck with Steamed Buns, Capital Pork Chops, Sizzling Peppered Beef, and their House Noodles with Crispy Noodles. They are very consistent preparing and serving you amazingly delicious dishes. Locally owned and operated. They do an amazing job taking care of their customers. A definite must try for Cantonese food.“

“Great dim sum here at Mei Sum. Everything was fresh, and they have a great selection of ready to eat dim sum. They Xiao long bao was made fresh, took about 10 minutes for them to cook them, but where worth the wait. Black bean spare ribs are also amazing.
Parking is okay, can be found on the street or the parking lot across the street.“

“At the end of North King Street, in the corner of the big parking (which is free) is one of my favorite Chinese restaurants I go to with my workers for lunch when working downtown.
Food is excellent and reasonably priced. For three of us, we eat like kings for under $100 (usually 5 different dishes). That includes seafood items like clam with black bean sauce and seafood fried rice.
The owner is very friendly and seating can be limited. Although, we never had to wait for seating. I noticed allot of ppl picking up take out orders, so that's another option.“

“Love the dumplings, bao and cucumber salad. I only wish you could get half orders (6 dumplings instead of 12) or a half/half order (12 dumplings but 6 of one kind, 6 of another). It's less attractive for solo diners if you have to eat 12 of one kind of dumpling when you'd like to try different flavors.“

“Overall they are well stocked and rarely have to wait for our selections. Food is usually hot and tasty. Portions are generous. (For the past couple of visits, the fried rice grains have been hard, though). Staff are welcoming and friendly (Jaxtin was awesome on our visit!).“

“Awesome and tasty Vegetarian food, and I'm not vegetarian 😁“

“Best Won Ton Pi & Hong Kong Style noodles....great chewy texture. I vacuum seal, freeze and bring back to Japan all the time. Hard to find this kind of wrapper in Japan...they mostly have gyoza wrappers here which is not good for Cantonese Won Ton....it over cooks quick and your left with a soggy blob of Won ton. The cashier/?owner? is All business so you better have your ducks in a row!“