Nostalgic atmosphere and simple but great saimin for the soul
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Large Saimin Bowl
Somang Choi
Found this place last minute when I was around the area. I'm so glad I did! Hole in the wall, local gem, mom and pop shop. The food was so delicious! I got the Wongton min, that one comes with noodles. The wonton soup just comes with wonton only FYI. I also got a bbq beef stick. The day I went, it was really hot, humid I was craving for something cool but stumbled on this place cuz I was craving noodles. The broth was so good and really just soothed my soul. Everything was amazing and I wish I got the larger bowl. The follow day I took my friend and she said this was the best wonton soup she had in a very long time (since her mom passed). We both really enjoyed this place and recommend, will be going again next time we visit Oahu!
This place is small and parking is limited but ppl don't stay long. The ppl who work are really nice and this place is always busy so be patient if they don't sit you right away, even if a table is open. They got you, they know what they are going if they have been in business for 79 years! 😬
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jon
Saimin and wantonmin are all good. Bbq stick was not my type though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sang “JohnLee” Moon
I ordered the wonton udon extra large for $11.25 with a barbeque stick for $4 and I was so full after barely finishing. The soup was so good to the last drop and the udon was so chewy and tasty. The barbeque stick was a real solid beef steak with a very nice terry sauce, just perfect. The price is really cheap and the service very friendly. This is definitely a gem even after 79 years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Wonton Soup
chozen1956
What can you say? It's unbeatable. Best in town.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Saidon
Berneta Asato
his place is the spot for saimin, hands down, no contest. Every time I'm on the mainland hunting for good ramen, this is what I'm craving but can never find. Too bad they don't have a location up there they'd absolutely kill it in the winter. This is one of the last true old school saimin spots standing and has been a cornerstone of the Kalihi food scene for generations.
There aren't many places I actually remember eating at as a little kid, but this is one of them. And honestly it hasn't changed in decades, and that's a good thing. Still the same layout, same menu on the wall, still only about eight tables and five parking spots, and the aunties working here? Still rocking those warm smiles while making sure tables turn over fast.
The saimin? Still legendary. The noodles have that perfect chewiness, the broth and diced char siu are magic, and the beef sticks? They got better over time and thicker....just tender, flavorful beef with zero fat nonsense. But this is one of those places where the saimin is best eaten fresh at the table. Something about the steam, freshness of the noodles, and the broth just hits different when you're sitting there.
Pro tip - go past lunch (2-3 pm) or early because parking is a battle (with only five spots) and seating is super limited. But it's worth the effort. My husband declared his won ton min the best ever, and honestly, I can't argue with him. And let's talk price, $8 for a large saimin? In this economy with this inflation? Seems like a steal. I'm just grateful this place has survived until now, serving up the same Saimin I grew up on.
Must get the saimin!! The noodles have a great chew to it, and the broth is clean and savory. And must get the bbq sticks!! Service is great and everyone is super friendly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Large Saimin Bowl
M K
This is a great traditional local store we've been going for a long time. We already have our regular orders, but most foods here are good and very affordable. Nice and attentive staff. The place does get hot inside and there is no AC.
Kid-friendliness: There is one high chair inside. No keiki menu. They usually bring smaller water cups for keiki.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Wonton Soup, Large Saimin Bowl
J B
I wish I had more room in my belly and more time during our trip to revisit Palace Saimin. It was absolutely delicious. Hands down the best saimin I've ever had and I've been fortunate to grow up in HI so I've enjoyed my fair share of Saimin over the years. Thanks for a wonderful experience Palace Saimin! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Large Saimin Bowl
This is a great traditional local store we've been going for a long time. We already have our regular orders, but most foods here are good and very affordable. Nice and attentive staff. The place does get hot inside and there is no AC.
Kid-friendliness: There is one high chair inside. No keiki menu. They usually bring smaller water cups for keiki.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Wonton Soup, Large Saimin Bowl
Paradise Walker
The interior is similar to Kauai's famous restaurant Hamra Saimin. It looked exactly like a local diner, with original goods and an old-fashioned price bulletin board. I had high expectations based on the reviews, but the taste was average. However, in this high-priced state of Hawaii, I thought it was great that the store was able to offer a large saimin at a low price of $7.50!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Joseph Lee
Lin Watanabe was absolutely wonderful and provided us with the best service and food. A must try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gilrae Lee
Noodles eaten in Hawaii. It is said to be a traditional noodle, but it tastes similar to wonton noodles that can be found in China, Japan, and Korea. There are also wontons on the menu, so it seems almost similar. It's perfect to eat when you want to block out a lot of greasiness and relieve your stomach. Parking available.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Utah Coleslaw
AMAZING. Simply put you come here NOW and you EAT the food please! Best food I've had all week.
The tap water is very clean and really really good. We all ordered Wonton Min (Sm $8.75) and here's one of the bowls Wonton Min (Lrg $9.75) I ate.
Parking: There are maybe 6 parking spots in front of the building. Be very prepared to walk if you need to.
Wheelchair accessibility: All ground level and front door is feet from sitting place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Beef BBQ Sticks, Extra Large Won Ton Min, Wonton Soup
Always satisfying, get what I come for!
Nostalgic atmosphere and simple but great saimin for the soul
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Large Saimin Bowl
Found this place last minute when I was around the area. I'm so glad I did! Hole in the wall, local gem, mom and pop shop. The food was so delicious! I got the Wongton min, that one comes with noodles. The wonton soup just comes with wonton only FYI. I also got a bbq beef stick.
The day I went, it was really hot, humid I was craving for something cool but stumbled on this place cuz I was craving noodles. The broth was so good and really just soothed my soul. Everything was amazing and I wish I got the larger bowl.
The follow day I took my friend and she said this was the best wonton soup she had in a very long time (since her mom passed). We both really enjoyed this place and recommend, will be going again next time we visit Oahu!
This place is small and parking is limited but ppl don't stay long. The ppl who work are really nice and this place is always busy so be patient if they don't sit you right away, even if a table is open. They got you, they know what they are going if they have been in business for 79 years! 😬
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Saimin and wantonmin are all good.
Bbq stick was not my type though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered the wonton udon extra large for $11.25 with a barbeque stick for $4 and I was so full after barely finishing. The soup was so good to the last drop and the udon was so chewy and tasty. The barbeque stick was a real solid beef steak with a very nice terry sauce, just perfect. The price is really cheap and the service very friendly. This is definitely a gem even after 79 years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Wonton Soup
What can you say? It's unbeatable. Best in town.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Saidon
his place is the spot for saimin, hands down, no contest. Every time I'm on the mainland hunting for good ramen, this is what I'm craving but can never find. Too bad they don't have a location up there they'd absolutely kill it in the winter. This is one of the last true old school saimin spots standing and has been a cornerstone of the Kalihi food scene for generations.
There aren't many places I actually remember eating at as a little kid, but this is one of them. And honestly it hasn't changed in decades, and that's a good thing. Still the same layout, same menu on the wall, still only about eight tables and five parking spots, and the aunties working here? Still rocking those warm smiles while making sure tables turn over fast.
The saimin? Still legendary. The noodles have that perfect chewiness, the broth and diced char siu are magic, and the beef sticks? They got better over time and thicker....just tender, flavorful beef with zero fat nonsense. But this is one of those places where the saimin is best eaten fresh at the table. Something about the steam, freshness of the noodles, and the broth just hits different when you're sitting there.
Pro tip - go past lunch (2-3 pm) or early because parking is a battle (with only five spots) and seating is super limited. But it's worth the effort. My husband declared his won ton min the best ever, and honestly, I can't argue with him. And let's talk price, $8 for a large saimin? In this economy with this inflation? Seems like a steal. I'm just grateful this place has survived until now, serving up the same Saimin I grew up on.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Combination, Large Saimin Bowl, Wonton Soup
Must get the saimin!! The noodles have a great chew to it, and the broth is clean and savory. And must get the bbq sticks!! Service is great and everyone is super friendly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Large Saimin Bowl
This is a great traditional local store we've been going for a long time. We already have our regular orders, but most foods here are good and very affordable. Nice and attentive staff. The place does get hot inside and there is no AC.
Kid-friendliness: There is one high chair inside. No keiki menu. They usually bring smaller water cups for keiki.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Wonton Soup, Large Saimin Bowl
I wish I had more room in my belly and more time during our trip to revisit Palace Saimin. It was absolutely delicious. Hands down the best saimin I've ever had and I've been fortunate to grow up in HI so I've enjoyed my fair share of Saimin over the years. Thanks for a wonderful experience Palace Saimin! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Large Saimin Bowl
Restaurantji Recommends
This is a great traditional local store we've been going for a long time. We already have our regular orders, but most foods here are good and very affordable. Nice and attentive staff. The place does get hot inside and there is no AC.
Kid-friendliness: There is one high chair inside. No keiki menu. They usually bring smaller water cups for keiki.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Wonton Soup, Large Saimin Bowl
The interior is similar to Kauai's famous restaurant Hamra Saimin. It looked exactly like a local diner, with original goods and an old-fashioned price bulletin board. I had high expectations based on the reviews, but the taste was average. However, in this high-priced state of Hawaii, I thought it was great that the store was able to offer a large saimin at a low price of $7.50!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Lin Watanabe was absolutely wonderful and provided us with the best service and food. A must try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Noodles eaten in Hawaii. It is said to be a traditional noodle, but it tastes similar to wonton noodles that can be found in China, Japan, and Korea. There are also wontons on the menu, so it seems almost similar. It's perfect to eat when you want to block out a lot of greasiness and relieve your stomach. Parking available.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
AMAZING. Simply put you come here NOW and you EAT the food please! Best food I've had all week.
The tap water is very clean and really really good.
We all ordered Wonton Min (Sm $8.75) and here's one of the bowls Wonton Min (Lrg $9.75) I ate.
Parking: There are maybe 6 parking spots in front of the building. Be very prepared to walk if you need to.
Wheelchair accessibility: All ground level and front door is feet from sitting place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Beef Stick, Beef BBQ Sticks, Extra Large Won Ton Min, Wonton Soup
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