50 Best Chinese Restaurants near Kailua

“I ordered delivery on the website and somehow it switched me to pickup. I called the store and they canceled the order and suggested I re-order via tge website. Place my order. On about 5 minutes the panda guy calls me back. The driver just picked up my order. Yay, what service! 45 minutes later no delivery and I'm 7 minutes away. I call back. Get a woman who investigates. The Door Dash driver picked up my order then canceled it!!.She calls door dash to see what's up and to get my order delivered. After a while, I call back. She's been on hold the whole time. Must be at least 40 minutes and no answer. It's been almost 3 hrs since my order. Really upset with door dash. But very impressed with pandas.“

“The food here is delicious. I love the lunch or dinner plates which gives me a variety but I’ve also had their wor gau gee min and the pork and abalone soup. All were very good. The people here are very nice and once when I can in for min the cook kept refilling my bowl with broth. It was so yummy!!“

“Came by for some roast pork at dinner time. Staff was efficient even on a busy night and people were being helped quickly. Roast pork had good flavor but wasn't quite as crispy as I like, I think they get a pass for being so helpful on such a busy day. Looking forward to coming back to try more of the menu.“

“Food is tasty and fresh. Tried the Dim sum options. Egg tarts are very good. Will try more items on my next visit.

Parking: Only has a couple of spots on property. Parking mostly metered street parking or metered parking lot down the street“

“I ate here on my recent trip to Kona. I was happy to find the same menu items that I’m used to on the mainland. The quality and taste of the food were also in line with what I’m used to at home. This place seems like a good value for money compared to some other places I ate at in Kona. I didn’t get a fortune cookie with my meal though, which I’m used to getting at home. Not a big deal, but I noticed.“

“Lam’s Kitchen – A Traditional Chinese Noodle Shop in the Heart of Honolulu’s Chinatown

Lam’s Kitchen is a small, old-fashioned noodle shop nestled in the bustling Chinatown district of Honolulu. The place seats only about 30 people, so even though we came during a regular lunch hour, my family and I had to wait around 20 minutes to get a table.

I ordered the fish noodle soup – the broth was clear and light, with a clean, subtle flavor. The fish was not fried but cooked directly in the soup, making the meat firm, fresh, and pleasantly mild. It’s a good choice for those who enjoy traditional, light flavors.

My husband and child had the stir-fried beef rice noodles – a more memorable dish. The wide, chewy noodles were stir-fried hot with tender slices of beef, and the dish carried a distinct smoky aroma from the wok – adding a layer of depth and authenticity.

Lam’s Kitchen may not offer groundbreaking cuisine, but it delivers an honest, traditional Chinese dining experience. If you have time while visiting Chinatown, it’s worth trying at least once.“

“Great taste and worth to eat👍👍👍“

“Really good Taiwanese style beef noodle soup- tasted like home to me! Portions are great. We shared the noodle soup plus white rice and tasty Mongolian beef. Servers are so friendly but sometimes the language barrier can cause order mixups, so it's best if you're patient or can speak Mandarin Chinese :) looking forward to trying lots else on their menu!“

“came to this amazing chinese restaurant anticipating the best and it was the best .. i got 2 orders of the spicy beef noodles for take out and it was amazing . i didn’t think i would say this but it is better than ichiran in brooklyn .. the broth is absolutely delicious and soo flavorful it’s very easy on your stomach , and if you eat different ramen places you know what i’m talking about haha .. the noodles held the broth very well the beef was very tinder and cooked to perfection.. inside was very small there was maybe 5 tables to eat at and it was very crowded , not really anywhere to eat so i’m glad we got it to go .. i will most likely go back before this trip is over , if your craving chinese food of any kind come here .. you will not be disappointed“

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

“I stopped by today to get my breakfast, rice with 2 eggs and 3 spam slices, for $7.50 and upgraded to fried rice for $2 more and it turned out to be a great decision. The fried rice was super tasty and they gave so much. I do recommend this place.“

“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!“

“Very good, hope is consistent in taste and amount for the price. Far today Tuesday Jun 19th sister Geri’s 85th an possibly last as in Hospice mould so God willing see Wongs Again. Next week. Mahalo & Aloha Uncle Wally 808“

“Phenomenal Hotpot Experience! This hotpot restaurant exceeded all expectations—ultra-fresh ingredients, richly flavorful broths, and impeccably attentive service. The variety of meats and vegetables was outstanding, and the house-made dipping sauces elevated every bite. Clean, modern atmosphere with cozy vibes. A must-visit for hotpot lovers!“

“The foods are of Cantonese style and they are quite compatible to restaurants from other parts of the world where many Cantonese live (Hong Kong, San Francisco, Los Angeles). The prices are affordable, and services are good. The atmosphere is a little noisy though“

“My partner and I really enjoyed the food at Mian. The noodles and the dumplings were very flavorful. I did get some flavor fatigue from the strong flavor and the tomato & beef stew broth but if you want an authentic Chinese noodle, give this place go. The beef stew was so soft. The spice level was very much to my liking. Will definitely be bringing my parents here when they visit the island.“

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

“Good food that is reasonably priced with large portions!
The menu has a ton of things on it and we only tried three things (crab rangoon, asparagus with shrimp, and honey orange chicken). I would definitely get the asparagus with shrimp again, it was so good!
The honey orange chicken lacked much of the orange flavor, but it was decent. We will come back for sure, probably with a bigger group to share lots of things.“

“They’re open until 01:30 AM now and thank goodness, because we skipped dinner to go fishing. Their fried chicken is crispy, succulent, and well-seasoned with a nice kick to it. If you’re a fan of the spicy chicken at Jollibee, this is the leveled-up sister. And their mala tang soup…drool worthy. I love spicy soup but they were sold out of spicy beef, so they offered to make their original beef spicy for me. You can adjust the spice level and I asked for mine to be “spicy spicy”, and they didn’t disappoint! There was a nice dose of chili oil and garlicky mala heat, but not so much that it drowned out the flavors. The broth itself has a rich, nutty flavor, reminding me of a wilder version of tan tan ramen. They use saimin noodles and top it with fish balls, meat balls, thinly sliced meat, sliced potatoes, and quail eggs. I didn’t get any pictures this time because I couldn’t resist inhaling my meal, but I’ll be back for sure!“

“Go here!! 8 dollar lunch special with char siu and roast pork, side of rice and gai lan. Food is amazing. Char siu is moist and flavorful.

When you are done turn to your left to papa’s cafe and get the lilikoi and calamansi green tea - delicious.“

“I really enjoyed the Jai noodles. I hardly see that as being on of the choices for plate lunches. Their pork hash is really good too. Another good recommended is the stuffed eggplant.
Forgot to take pictures of what we ate. We were famished.“

“Solid place with large portions and affordable prices! Owner has run this for 29 years!

We got the:
• Fried Fish Balls (6 Pieces)
• Wonton w/ Noodles and extra Fish Balls
• Minute Chicken Cake Noodles
• Beef Fried Fun

The flavors of the beef fried fun were nice and balanced. The minute chicken cake noodles had juicy chicken with great flavor, nice veggies, and crispy cake noodles. The wonton noodles we pretty good wonton soup. Fried fish balls were nice as well!

The space is a little tight, but we were able to sit comfortably for a hole in the wall!

The three of us ate and we still had a lot leftover! Easily could feed 4 people with what we ordered! Look at the box we took home!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!!“

“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!“

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

“Aloha; this spot has been around for years but this was my first time enjoying thier establishment with my family. The service was quiet but instant, food was served the quickest I have ever seen in a Chinese spot. The food was perfect, cake noodles were perfect, Mongolian beef tender, Egg Blossom soup was unreal good and Peking duck was perfectly tender and moist. There are only about 32 seats available but most people do take out. It's super old school look made me feel like it was the 80 again enjoying it with family...I loved it. You have to try it. This is how I remember traditional Chinese food.“

“I'm from Hong Kong and the food + atmosphere here was pretty authentic. The waitress spoke fluent Cantonese and Mandarin and there was a TV playing the TVB channel from Hong Kong. They seemed understaffed though and had to turn away some other customers while we were eating.

Iced Hong Kong milk tea was good, not too sweet. I got omelette rice with satay sauce, shrimp and char siu. The satay sauce had lots of peanuts in it and went well with the ingredients. The shrimp tasted better than the char siu but both are good. My husband got chicken with green onions, 2 sunny-side-up eggs and fried rice. Green onions with their scallion oil is always a great combination with chicken and rice. They also had lots of porridge and noodle options on their menu, and after 11am they have baked rice as well, which is difficult to get from other Chinese restaurants.

We then shared the ovaltine French toast for dessert, which is a unique product from them and the highlight of the meal. The toast was covered in ovaltine powder (chocolate-like in flavor), and the inside contained hot condensed milk, which mixed well with the powder when you slice the toast open to provide an amazing sweet and sticky flavor. This dish is only for dine-in customers, as takeout would make the bread too soggy. Would definitely recommend.“

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

“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!“

“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“

“I was thirsty on the way back from Izumo Taisha Shrine in Hawaii, so I drank Sparring Lilikoi.
I didn't know about the boba iris when I asked for it, so I felt like I was in charge.
It was about $4 for size S, so it's about half the price of Waikiki.“

“Must try Dim Sum! BEST CHAR SIU BUNS EVER!!! The shu Mai and shrimp and chive dumplings were absolutely incredible as well! All the ingredients taste so fresh and and were perfectly assembled with such AMAZING flavors. I cannot wait to go back! Definitely try the desserts too! I would gain 5lbs a week if I lived closer.“

“Best Pork Hash and Manapua I’ve ever had.“

“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.“

“I absolutely love the dim sum here. As a half-Cantonese kid, their dumplings are more in line with traditional HK flavors than Hawaiian style. So their Siu Mai is more like Siu Mai than pork hash if ya get me;) The half moon and ha gow is delicious and very big. The char siu is another fav from here, really I think everything is good! Service can be surly though! Depends which Aunty you get and how she feels that day! Haha.“

“I really enjoyed coming to this bar for drinks I had a whiskey sour and it was perfectly balanced. The bartender that served me was very kind and welcoming. Unfortunately I did not eat the food since I had a full meal before although I've heard great things about how good it was. Next time I'm on island I will definitely try the food.“

“Tucked into the heart of Kalihi near Farrington High School, Au's Garden is sure to impress with their inexpensive, warm-cooked Chinese dishes!
My favorites include cake noodles with black bean chicken, crispy gaugee, fried noodles, chow fun, and their steamed vegetables.
Perfect place to host your next party or large family dinner.“

“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.“

“CHINATOWN EXPRESS WINDWARD MALL FOOD COURT
Everything I have ordered from this restaurant so far has been great. What blows my mind is the amount of food they give. Very, very generous servings. The service is fast and always served with courtesy and patience. I’m a picky eater so I ask a lot of questions about the ingredients, they always patiently answer. You won’t be disappointed ENJOY!“

“I like their Hainanese chicken but their pork hash is the best! my friends love the pig ear.“

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

“This place is SOOO good! Every dumpling we had was a 10 out of 10! We had 3 kinds of pan fried dumpling; shrimp/egg/chive, veggie w zucchini/pepper, and pork/napa cabbge, and a beef & onion bao. We loved it all!
It's delicious food, great price, easy free parking, and nice people. We'll be back SOON!“

“I had their minute chicken cake noodle. Probably the best iteration of the dish I’ve had in Hawaii: delicious sauce, tender chicken, and superb quality noodles. However, the prices of their menu seem to change based on the cashier of the day. Kinda sketch.“

“So I have been going here for years because I love Don Quijote nut this is the first time I have written a review. So I have lived in San Francisco and these guys are definetly the real thing. They have great duck and Char Siu as well as roast pork. I usually get the baked manapua and the pork hash. The baked manapua has a nice soft bun and the filling is great fresh with lots of meat. And the pork hash is great because it has chunks of water chestnut and other delicious veggies mixed in with the pork hash. The service has always been fast and friendly and the decor is well traditional Chinese restaurant .“

“THE BEST CHINESE KOREAN FOOD! We are from NYC and tried almost all Chinese Korean food in NyC. This is by far the best! We tried jajangmeyon, jjamppong, tangsuyuk and shrimp ccampoongki. We came here a few times in 2022, 2023 and 2025. It hasn’t changed at all-still so delicious! The staffs are professional and friendly! Can’t wait to come back!“

“A very pleasant surprise here. Don’t let its name fool you as it serves a wide variety of authentic Chinese dishes, mostly of Cantonese variety, but also some Shanghainese and Szechuan dishes. We had the ginger/onion chicken (similar to Hainan chicken) and beef with bitter melon. Both were very tasty and sizes were quite large. We will try its noodles on our next visit. The proprietor who also served as the cook was very friendly and efficient. A definitely worth future visits.

Vegetarian options: Like any legitimate Chinese restaurant, one can order different stir fried fresh vegetables.

Parking: There are a few spaces directly in front of the restaurant and there’s a sign that says more parking in the back

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“I went to Duk Kee for lunch with a coworker on a busy Thursday. We didn't realize it when we decided to order in person.

I had the sea bass with choy sum and a side of rice. My coworker ordered the lunch special. I liked my meal and was able to split it into two lunches. My coworker enjoyed his lunch special.

All in all, I had no issues with my food, my order, or the service. The price was a little costly. The restaurant's interior looked like every other local Chinese restaurant, and nothing special stood out.“

“For me, Chun Wah Kam's baked manapua is the best around. I like my char siu quite sweet and I really enjoy the taste and texture of their buns. Their spicy garlic chicken is really good as well, and all of their noodles, watch out if you have MSG sensitivity you will FEEL it after eating their stuff.

I like the Pork Hash but it can be a little flavorless, def a pork hash not siu mai kine. Generally the staff here are really surly and don't seem to care about making customers happy, you seem to be bothering them just by being there. One time this older lady literally just stared at me and gave inaudible grunts when I ordered, it actually made me laugh how disgusted she seemed to be that I was a customer that day. Idk why they hire these sour people, sometimes there are some young girls that work there who are nice but generally you will get pretty curt service.“