35 Best Korean Restaurants in Honolulu

“Kimchi fry rice is amazing and the poke is fire, definitely on my list of top grinds.“

“This is hands down my favorite restaurant on island. Laid back, low key with epic views of sunset outside. Make all my friends come out here when they were in town for my wedding. The kalbi is the star of the show. The best marinade. Made one friend cry it was so good. Meat jun also fire.“

“I ate like crazy!! So there are only two pictures...
There are about ten side dishes and they are all delicious. I ate it without taking a picture haha.
It tastes like a non-irritating side dish.
The soybean paste stew is salty and spicy, not the taste of a meat restaurant.
The simple taste of making it at home without adding ssamjang, my child really enjoyed it even though there was pepper in it.
The seasoned ribs are also delicious. Most of them are not tough and the seasoning is just right.
Please do not cook only on high heat. It was a shame because the delicious meat burned quickly haha.
Jjambbong contains a moderate amount of seafood and has a rich taste.
Jjajang tastes like old-fashioned jjajang, and it’s light and good.

I also added pot rice, which is black rice.

Overall, everything was delicious, and I was very satisfied, perhaps because I live in a neighborhood that doesn't have many Korean restaurants.
The service is also very friendly!!!

The parking lot is conveniently located in the building.“

“Delicious healthy charming garden deck in back. yummy 💖“

“Food & service were exceptional!“

“I ordered the garlic shrimp at K Street Food for dinner, and I was delighted by the incredible flavors and generous portion sizes, especially considering the price! However, if you're seeking a healthier option, this might not be the best choice, as the garlic shrimp and rice are generously drenched in garlic butter, enhancing their deliciousness. I also enjoyed a fresh lemonade, which was wonderfully flavored and extremely refreshing.“

“Tried the aloha breeze shave ice and the watermelon drink, they were both amazing and better than I imagined! The ice cream in the center and the sweet cream drizzle were a good combination with the fresh fruit! The staff were very helpful and welcoming, will be returning to this spot for sure!“

“I am Korean, and was looking for some good kimchi. I was told h Mart's kimchi is okay but banton House is best. So I went there and was pleasantly surprised at some of the offerings they had. This is not a sit-in restaurant. It's simply just a grab-and-go grocer. All different kinds of Korean side dishes and wonderful kimchi. The kimchi is amazing and i would recommend it. Parking is a little tight. The owner is super sweet. Lot of Korean people shop here so that means it's authentic and it's good. They sell large quantities of kimchi in a plastic bag so be prepared, you need a container to put it in.“

“Ordered takeout. I’m curious to try their kalbi and poke next time, but today I was in the mood for fish, so I went with a delicious bowl of poke. It had just the right balance of fish and rice. I enjoyed the Korean pickles and seaweed salad, which added a nice contrast to the meal.

The poke was seasoned well, and the spicy salmon had a pleasant kick that wasn’t overpowering“

“Nice building but had to park across the street. The restaurant was immaculate with appropriate lighting and ample space between tables. The menu is perfect for dining family style which was great for our group of seven adults. Our waiter seemed new, but was friendly.“

“The best Korean on the island hands down!!! First stop when we get off the plane from Georgia!!!“

“Excellent Korean BBQ! It was recommended by a local- great service and delicious food, great quality, decent portions at a decent price! Need reservations by calling restaurant.“

“Ordered delivery but not disappointed! The portion sizes were really big and both items were delicious! The Kimchi stew actually came with rice but I didn’t think it did so I ordered extra. The Cheese Tteokbboki was more than enough for two people and we finished it the next day because there was so much … I would order this for more than two people or if you’re wanting 4 meals out of it! Both dishes had so much flavor!“

“The owners and employees are very nice people! The food was exceptionally great and the atmosphere brought comfortable, home-like vibes. The food really made me think of a nice, warm, home made meal. If you are looking to try a nice Korean meal made by people who care about their customers, you have to try Mikawon! Oh and their fried chicken is great too!“

“Reposted from @hawaiifoodreviews ????? ?????? (?/?? ?)?????: (? ?) Overall we thought the food at Seoul Kimbap was very good. ???? ?????? $?.?? (?:1) is my favorite Kimbap there. I do wish there was some American Cheese though. That would make it perfect! My wife prefers the Spicy Pork Kimbap. She says the Kimbap is the closest to homemade she's had in Hawaii. The wifey was born and raised in Korea so I'll take her word for it. You also get some fish cake soup with each order of Kimbap. I forgot to take a pic because I was excite to have the ?????? ???? $?.?? (? :2) is one of the wifey's faves. It's rich and hearty but balanced out by lots of kimchee. It is a Kimchi Soup of course!.???????? & ??????????: (? ?) We don't usually rate service for takeout but the service is always so friendly and welcoming we had to. It's like one of those friendly mom & pop shops you see on K-drama..????????: Highly recommended. This is one of those places that just make you feel happy and satisfied. They have no IG but are located in Pioneer Plaza at Fort Street Mall.“

“The food and the atmosphere waz awesome. We ordered the Bulgogi, the seafood jhun, the kimchee gabi, sweet wrap and crispy gaugee. All was hitting the right spots. I definitely recommend this place for date night or going out with friends. 🤙🤙🤙“

“I’ve been going to Yakiniku Seoul for over 25yrs and this is the best Korean restaurant in Hawai’i! It’s a very comfortable, clean and friendly place for all occasions. The best part of this restaurant is that the quality of the food is always consistent and delicious!“

“Excellent food! Tried the Korean, Spicy Garlic and fried chicken bowl. Just make sure you ask if there are peanuts in the sauce if allergic.“

“Good Korean food, large portions, quick service. I had meat jun (omelet with beef inside), and the wife had BBQ beef. Both were tasty. The sides are good too; I particularly recommend the cucumber kimchi. This place is best for to-go orders, as the seating is minimal and there are no restrooms.“

“7년로컬 추천맛집입니당

I’ve been to over a dozen Korean restaurants on the island since 2018, but I keep coming back to this one—for the taste, price, and service. The food here is some of the most authentically delicious Korean cuisine I’ve found outside Korea, reminiscent of those hidden gem, back-alley spots in Korea.

Portions are generous, the banchan spread is solid, and most importantly the flavors are consistently spot-on. Their lunch and happy hour specials (before 7 PM) are a great deal so I usually go then.

Favorites: the angler fish, pork backbone soup, grilled pork belly, and honestly, any of the soups“

“I’m Korean and I’ve never had handmade mandoo better than the ones we got at Omega. The dumpling skin was so chewy and soft, and you can taste the freshness of the ingredients in the filling. Both the chicken/veggie as well as the kimchi mandoo are great choices, and even non-Koreans can have the kimchi because it’s not too spicy. The Korean aunties in the shop are so sweet as well which makes it even better. We will already plan to go back soon! 잘 먹었읍니다!!!“

“Very good food. We had a party of 11 people and ordered a large variety of dishes and meats. The service was quick and the food was super delicious. I would love to come back and order raw meats to cook myself at the table. Would recommend.“

“We were seated right away and our food selection was brought out quickly. The servers followed up right on time and made sure we were done. The samurai blue vanilla ice cream was a great way to top off the meal. It is BYOB so plan accordingly!“

“Skip the overpriced AYCE places that represent 1/16 of what Koreans eat and come here. The menu is broad and covers (darn near) everything: jjigaes, mandu kuk, dok mandu kuk, soon toobu, kalbi, etc, etc. This is Korean food that a Korean mom would make, assuming she is a great cook. There is plenty of parking and the prices are great. The service was great, she went out of her way to painstakingly give us directions. Hands down the best meal we had while in Oahu.

Parking: You can either park in front of the restaurant or in the Ala Moana Shopping Center“

“This restaurant is in the small food court in Palama market. The galbi was food court quality but still super tasty. The seafood tofu stew and meat jun were both excellent. Wonderful meal with the perfectly cooked rice.Seating is available.“

“(Translated by Google) The dumpling soup soup is at the level of Haejang.thick dumpling skinGalbi set meal is very hearty and the side dishes are delicious (bean sprouts, cucumbers, cucumbers, and kimchi)The meat is so thick that it's crazy, and the seasoning is just rightPlease check your order again when ordering.When 4 people ordered, the order they heard together could come out differently (4 people ordered 4, but all 4 people heard, but only 3 were given hahaha)But five stars for the taste!!(Original)만두국 국물이 해장수준임만두피 두꺼움갈비정식 완전 푸짐하고 반찬 맛있음(콩나물 오이 오이김치)육전 미칠정도로 두껍고 간이 딱 좋아요주문할때 다시한번 주문 체크해보시기를...4명이 주문하면서 같이 들었던 주문이 다르게 나올수있음(4개 시킨걸 4명이 다 들었는데 3개만 주심 ㅎㅎㅎ)하지만 맛으로는 별 다섯 !!“

“Chicken is very crispy ,light, not too oily and sauce is not strong special taste. So I think this store chicken is veey healthy soul food!“

“The best Korean food you can enjoy!
I am in my 8th month of pregnancy. Korean food has helped me a lot during my pregnancy when I was suffering from morning sickness and other health problems. I first came to this restaurant with a friend for a relaxing meal of delicious Korean food before giving birth.
I wish I had known about this place earlier!
I ordered the Seafood Soft Tofu Stew and also ordered the Beef Bulgogi for takeout. I am a big soft tofu stew (sundubu) lover! The seafood sundubu here was so good! Even my baby belly was moving with great excitement!
The banchan were all delicious with just the right amount of salt!
Now I'm coming back for the BBQ!“

“It was ok. Got a mochiko chicken plate since a lot of people seem to have good things to say about it. It was pretty average. The portion size was decent for the price, but the taste wasn’t very memorable. The sides were as expected, except for the kimchee. It was very watery tasting. I tried my friend’s meat jun and that one tasted pretty good. If I ever return again, I would get the meat jun.“

“This place offers great grab and go or made to order Korean food in the Lanai food court in the Ala Moana Center. Normally, I'm not impressed with mall food and especially ethnic foods in the mall, but this place does a good job. It is a more contemporary take on Korean food, but it tastes great and reasonably priced for being in a mall. Their Bibimbap is my favorite made to order dish. It is packed with lots of the usual goodies and they offer brown rice for an healthy option. You can also get the japji noodles instead which I prefer since it adds more contrast and extra flavors that match well to the mix. The grab and go selection offers a wide selection of Korean favorites. Their triangle Korean flavors musubi are and excellent quick bite if you don't want much, but got a hunger you need to calm. There are both spicy and mild assorted fillings. A real winner in their grab and go selection is the KFC rice bowl. Piece of Korean fried chicken that are sauced up on hot rice. I recommend the spicy. It isn't that spicy, but just the right kick. The dish is small, but very filling. Probably would be good for a hangover.“

“Excellent Korean BBQ! It was recommended by a local- great service and delicious food, great quality, decent portions at a decent price! Need reservations by calling restaurant.“

“Great service. Great food. Great atmosphere. Overall a wonderful experience for our first time there“

“I'm thr usual online ordered and switched up the chicken flavor order. Bones in pls! They're always cooked to crunchy perfection and with a side of dukbokki and cheese balls we are in heaven! Just like Korea!

Parking: It's a busy restaurant area so at peak times parking can be limited.

Kid-friendliness: Kids are always welcome! Plenty of napkins!

Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurants large enough to roll a wheelchair in and sit at their tables.“

“Delicious food!! Super clean restaurant! Super friendly staff!!“