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"Local first, organic whenever possible, and with Aloha always" is the mantra upon which this unpretentious neighborhood bistro was founded. With a menu that changes daily to reflect the freshest market ingredients, Town features hand-cut pastas and gnocchi, slow-braised meats, fresh local seafood, a wine list of small artisan producers, and hand-crafted cocktails. Drawing inspiration from classic recipes of the Mediterranean, Town's cuisine is best described as Contemporary American with an Italian sensibility, where the ingredients are allowed to shine and nothing is wasted.
With bar and "dog-friendly" patio seating reserved for walk-in guests, the restaurant has become a favorite for casual impromptu dining as well as for special occasions. Town is located in hip Kaimuki, just minutes from Waikiki, and is loved by locals and visitors alike. Go to Town.
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211 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 211 reviews
5 stars
(90)
4 stars
(86)
3 stars
(22)
2 stars
(11)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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- fit for foodies(170)
- neighborhood gem(158)
- hot spot(61)
- special occasion(56)
- great for outdoor dining(55)
- great for lunch(48)
Town Reviews List
Review 1 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great roasted chicken
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always love the hand cut pasta and the roast chicken is better than anywhere.
Great focaccia , consistently good"
Great focaccia , consistently good"
Dined on 6/10/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent local neighborhood spot.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our first visit to Town. We found it charming and romantic. The food and cocktails were excellent. Our service was outstanding. We look forward to dinning at town again when we return to Hawaii."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for Town
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
At Town, entrees took the slow boat
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Kaimuki is all about Town. Hangout for the hip. Magnet for the foodie. Neighbor spot with affordable prices. Menu that's never dull. While we were promptly seated with menus, bread and water delivered for our 5:45 p.m. reservation, the entrees seemed to be on slow boat from another island... a 25-minute wait for the three of us. We saw three chicken orders pass by; and several surrounding tables filled after our arrival had their choices delivered with better pacing. Was just about to inquire with the wait help, when the ship arrived. Off night? Hopefully. A disappointment this time; we felt extremely neglected (and hungry). Good thing we had nowhere to go afterwards."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fresh and Flavorful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The flavors of the food was outstanding. We started with the Mai Thyme cocktail, which we weren't sure we were going to like, but we loved it! The thyme really made it unique and refreshing. We had the fresh mozarella with watercress, caramelized figs, and bacon from the pig jowls as an appetizer. The blend of the flavors was delicious. For dinner we had the hand cut mint pasta with lamb ragu. Everything was so fresh and flavorful and the service was excellent! We will definitely come here again!"
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 5 for Town
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you have the time this place has great food, and ambiance. The service is a bit lacking, and watch out the lemonade can either be fabulous or awful depending on how long it's been sitting."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Consistent Winner!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This continues to be my fave restaurant in Honolulu. Reservations are timely, prices are moderate, the service and food, both the preparation and plating of same are excellent. The menu options change as seasonal local availability changes, and the lack of sameness only adds to the pleasure of dining here. Don't miss it!!!"
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a gem!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great find off the beaten path. Everything was delicious and the waitress was very helpful describing all local ingredients. I would go back in 2 seconds!!"
Dined on 6/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 8 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
East Honolulu hit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tucked behind a lot of greenery, our cab driver almost missed it. Wonderful food, interesting menu, using local ingredients where possible. Tombo was great as was the monchong and the steak. Good wine list. Cool cocktails with herbal combos that were really good. Roasted pineapple and cake dessert was heavenly! Very busy. You must make reservations!"
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 9 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Friday night dinner, so the place was very busy. Everyone on the wait staff was friendly and capable. Our appetizers came quickly and it's yummy. The bean soup was exceptional. We did wait quite a bit for our entree, maybe 30 minutes or so, and I noticed the tables around us did not get their's either. Problem in the kitchen? Hence only 4 stars for service. Our waitress did come by and apologize for the delay. The gnocchi was good, so was the fish. The chicken was a bit charred and dry - again hence the 4 stars. The price is very reasonable for the quality of the food, we will return."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always in good taste
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Town is our go-to place for everything--guests, family, first night back from college, last dinner before leaving, special occasion, or just dinner out. We love it and it never fails us. At this point, many waiters are old friends, which was the case tonight."
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 11 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our favorite!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our favorite restaurant in Honolulu. Our latest visit, we had an outstanding gnocchi and superb risotto. Can't be beat."
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Date night
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went here with my boyfriend on a weeknight on a 5:30pm reservation. We ordered 2 dishes, but I only remeber the lamb pasta with homemade noodles because it was so good! The lamb was tender and the noodles fresh. I normally do not like lamb, so this was unexpected. We ordered some other meat (turkey?) dish that came with a side of cooked kale and swiss chard, as well as a serving of polenta. The cooked greens were the best thing on that dish. Next for dessert we ordered a mango sorbet and vanilla bean gelato. The sorbet tasted like they just froze and blended ripe fresh mango--not icy as expected :) But the gelato was dissapointing...it was just like eating store-bought ice cream. Over all great experience with friendly servers."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food and service was excellent. I would definitely go back."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A foodie gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderfully creative farm-to-table food preparation, friendly and knowledgeable service, moderate prices. This was my favorite restaurant during my stay in Honolulu. A bit off the beaten path, but worth the trip."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Neighborhood feel. Tourists welcome
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Off the beaten track, we felt like we had walked into a friendly, neighborhood restaurant around the corner from our home--not 1000s of miles away, in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Food is locally sourced, well-prepared, with generous portions."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Met some friends for a lovely dinner. Inventive cocktails. Gnocchi with pork ragu was just heavenly. All other meals got high marks too. Very enjoyable experience."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Outstanding service, food, and cocktails for a festive birthday dinner with out of state visitors! We thoroughly enjoyed our appetizer and salads (manila clams & mango/avocado salads), fresh fish dishes with fresh produce, hand cut pasta, and steak! The well prepared cocktails (flavored with and garnished with dill was my favorite) kick started our evening and dinner!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 18 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Consistently fantastic
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Truly fine food in a welcoming environment - we love this place. It's one of the few worth the effort to get out to dinner for well crafted cuisine that one would expect in Portland, Seattle or SF, and using lots of local ingredients. It's not your typical 'local' place - portions are ample but not gigantic - so you'll be disappointed if you're expecting typical 'local bargain' quantity over quality. Our hosts, waiter and servers were all so friendly and helpful. Clientele is mostly younger locals and hybrids (part time mainland/islands) and NOT tourists. A few families with kids/babes. Everyone's having a good time. We always eat here at least once when we're back (local born, mainland-residents)."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Organic, Locally Grow, Magic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Town has one of the most amazing chefs around taking the best of te Aina and turning it into delicious creations. The food is fun, appealing and delicious and very comforting knowing chef Kinney strives to keep it organic and locally grown. I would recommend Town to anyone looking for a really good meal in a great environment."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 20 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and reasonable prices
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyed our first dinner at Town. Prices and portions age good and reasonable considering the quality of the food. Had the clams and strip loinas well as some decent wine. The clam broth was outstanding. One of the tastier broths I have ever had. The strip loin was cooked perfectly with a nice light sauce on it. My wife had the arugula salad and pa'i'ai. Both were very fresh and tasty as well."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Worth the wait
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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have been wanting to try Town for a couple of years, but the parking is not ideal and it's closed Sundays which also contributed to the delay. But, it was well worth the wait. Menu = very creative with organic and farm-to-table choices. Also feature a nice selection of French wines (which I love). Ordered the ahi tartare appetizer (so good, we ordered a second one!), roast chicken & strip loin entrees, tomato bisque and a salad. Almost everything was delicious, cooked to perfection and presented nicely; bisque was just average, but the ahi was outstanding, so there's the trade-off. Also, it can get very loud as the night goes on, so not the best location for quiet dinner conversation. Highly recommend & will go again."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 22 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Reliably delicious and reasonably priced. My go-to option for both family and guests, including foodies."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 23 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hot spot Town in town!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of my favorite restaurants. Love asking for recommendations and the excitement on the server's face in giving them. Priceless. We ordered the pan roasted chicken and I had the pork gnocchi... Mmm, was I in heaven. I live how the menu changes, just right amount if items on the menu, and keeps it exciting to see about the next time. Second time to Town in one week... What a record! It's open air ambience with the small town scene, make it the perfect place to visit with long time friends. I even saw one of my super good friends celebrating her birthday (Town is her favorite restaurant too). That's when you know it's good if you keep on running into friends there! Too legit."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 24 for Town
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Sloooow service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food is great but the service is getting worse and worse. Allow 15 min get waited on, 20 min to get your drink order and 50 min after that for food to arrive. Not a good place if you have post dinner plans."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We love this place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We're so lucky to live within walking distance of Town. This is one of the best restaurants in Hawaii, or anywhere for that matter. The creativity of the chef makes every dish I've eaten here a flavor powerhouse. The wait staff is knowledgeable and friendly and the minimalist decor is perfectly matched to the maximalist flavors of the food. I eat at other places, but always come back to Town as my first-choice for lunch with friends and colleagues and dinner with friends and family."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 26 for Town
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great spirit selection, great ingredients, fresh and local. Sandwiches and salads are good, pastas are toned down with minimal flavor, so they are healthy and overly plain. The menu is always interesting."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Town
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Sooo good, but soooo noisy!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was excellent! The manila clams in broth appetizer was so good! Followed by the hand cut pasta with Hamakua mushrooms--that was really good! My steak was also good although I could have used a little shoyu on the side...but what surprised me was how delicious the french fries were!
The place was packed, after 8 p.m. on a Wednesday night! It was our first time there for dinner. If only the noise level could somehow be toned down we would go again, but we prefer a little more quieter setting when we eat out.
Price-wise, we thought it was a bit pricey considering the neighborhood--Kaimuki. But it's great that there is ample free parking in the back.
We are so lucky to live in a small town packed with great restaurants."
The place was packed, after 8 p.m. on a Wednesday night! It was our first time there for dinner. If only the noise level could somehow be toned down we would go again, but we prefer a little more quieter setting when we eat out.
Price-wise, we thought it was a bit pricey considering the neighborhood--Kaimuki. But it's great that there is ample free parking in the back.
We are so lucky to live in a small town packed with great restaurants."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 28 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A happy place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I showed up way late after rental car woes and they'd saved my table, so already I liked them, and then I had one tremendously inventive dish -- a taro griddle cake recommended to me by a local congresswoman I was interviewing: deelish! -- and one extremely good fish dish (monchong with multicolored spuds and baby bok choy) that felt less original but was very nicely done. If it hadn't been so late, I would've tried the three kinds of lamb, which looked great as it passed me by, and had a little more imagination and local eccentricity to it. All in all, a very happy place to go, with extraordinarily friendly service, and food that would be reckoned good anywhere. I'd go back anytime I was in HNL."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is wonderful, fresh & local. Great place for locals & visitors"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 30 for Town
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The service is very poor.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service is very poor. We waited almost an hour to get our dinner order.
Food was good creative and different. Would have loved to see more choices on the menu.
Ambience is very loud and difficult to have conversations.
Couple next to us walked out because they were waiting 1-1/2 hr for their food and it did not come out."
Food was good creative and different. Would have loved to see more choices on the menu.
Ambience is very loud and difficult to have conversations.
Couple next to us walked out because they were waiting 1-1/2 hr for their food and it did not come out."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 31 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
another delicious meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Once again we enjoyed our meal at town. Happy to be seated outside, due to previous experiences inside that were too cold and too loud (poor acoustics in main dining room)food was delicious, service was kinda slow but we were having a good time with our party so it didn't matter too much. It was Friday 6-8 and quite packed. I always want to go on Sunday, unfortunately the restaurant is closed that day."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ahi tartare melts in your mouth!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As usual, our experience at Town was fantastic. Really, the number one reason we go to this restaurant is for the unbelievably delicious Ahi Tartare appetizer and the fantastic bread. The food is exceptional and we're so lucky to live nearby."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 33 for Town
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Simple food and ingredients;
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Simple food and ingredients; nothing bad, nothing real good. Loud enough to have trouble hearing conversation."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We love it. The food is prepared
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"We love it. The food is prepared perfectly and the home grown fresh veggies and herds are superb."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 35 for Town
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food is very good, but over
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is very good, but over the past year, their service is getting slower and slower. Was less than half full when we arrived at 6:00 and it took 45 min for food to arrive. Husband ordered second glass of wine when food was served, but it didnt arrive till we were done eating (almost 7:30). Perhaps they should hire more kitchen staff and a second bartender?"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Gnocchi in da World!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I enjoyed Town immensely..It was our first time, and I decided to celebrate my BFF Michel's birthday with another of our BFF; Kalena. The food was amazing...The best gnocchi I ever ate in my life and I traveled a lot! The ahi tatare was scrumptious, the Nevermind drink was the bomb, our waitress was lovely and knowledgeable, not enough space. Could write a book! Thank you for this gem of a restaurant.
Jennifer"
Jennifer"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best meal I have had in Oahu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best meal I have had in Oahu yet!!!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Upscale local syle...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The reservations staff were very accommodating in respecting my need to save several seats for latecomers (who ended up not making it). Very comfortable restaurant and the food is excellent. Loved being able to share."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 39 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I love dining at Town when
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love dining at Town when we visit Honolulu. Great use of local produce, delicious menu & a fun atmosphere.
If you're a tourist, it's also great to get out of Waikiki & dine in a different area (though it's only 10 mins away).
Definitely one of our favourites!"
If you're a tourist, it's also great to get out of Waikiki & dine in a different area (though it's only 10 mins away).
Definitely one of our favourites!"
Dined on 04/11/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 40 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The pa'i'ai appetizer - ono!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The pa'i'ai appetizer - ono!! split the gnocchi with my dinner date, lucky enough to get the last one of twelve available."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 41 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ed and Dave know what they
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ed and Dave know what they are doing with their food. We tried many items from the menu and all were expertly prepared. Their drinks are also very good. The passion and care that this restaurant puts into their product is an example of how it should be done."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 42 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent. Service a bit slow on a busy Saturday night."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic food, noisy atmosphere
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fabulous restaurant in a neighborhood away from the hotels of Waikiki. Menu changes daily, and food is local & fresh. Fish is perfectly cooked. Fantastic place, but very noisy if you have any interest in conversation."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 44 for Town
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Don't make a special trip
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Read about this place in WSj and had looked forward to dining here. Least successful meal of our stay in Honolulu. There are only about 5 entrees and at 6:45 pm on a Saturday night they were already out of one (duck). Companion ordered the pork shoulder which turned out to be a thin slice of meat that was dry and blah. I had a pasta which was tasty, but the portion was ridiculously small to call an entree at that price and had a pool of oil at the bottom of the bowl. Our waitress had 6 tables, including one 10 top and one 6 top, so we barely saw her until she came to get dessert order. The main dining room is all hard surfaces; wood, concrete, steel and the noise level with the room half-full was deafening. Prices aren't justified."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2006
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Review 45 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise level too high and seating
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Noise level too high and seating cramped--waiter had a hard time getting to the table."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Town
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was the first time that
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was the first time that I went there. I wanted to go there for long. I liked the interior and mood. I had pasta that was a bit salty but I liked it. I want to go again."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 47 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The rabbit was good! Totes
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The rabbit was good! Totes a clever idea to offer on the menu for Easter weekend."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 48 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food quality and creative
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food quality and creative use of fresh, local ingredients is always inspirational. Love the expanded dining room and the wall treatment. Staff is very knowledgeable and try to accommodate special seating requests when possible. TOWN is our first stop when we are back on island."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Town
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Best meal we had in Honolulu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best meal we had in Honolulu by far - wow. Service was excellent but perhaps a bit slow."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 50 for Town
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Drink beer with super salty food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Seemed like a cool place , good beer list. Gotta get there early cuz all the awesome dishes you read about are sold out if you get there late . Parking is very hard to get, and service is ok. Water is room temp with a few cubes of ice. Food SUPER SALTY, and takes long to come out, so we were scared to send anything back."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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