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PRIMA is a modern italian/american restaurant that also featured kiawe wood fired brick oven pizzas. While using fresh local meats and produce , PRIMA"s menu consists of many different flavors that customers can experience through share plate style eating. Menu is subject to changes due to local seasonal availability of products.
PRIMA's thin crust pizzas are hand crafted & cooked in a STEFANO FERRARA oven using local kiawe wood.
The kitchen counter & bar consist of recycled mahogany & stainless steel, while the rest of PRIMA's interior features natural wood tables, comfortable Eames chairs, and recycled wood benches.
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95 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 95 reviews
5 stars
(43)
4 stars
(39)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(78)
- neighborhood gem(72)
- hot spot(27)
- good for groups(16)
- special occasion(15)
- kid-friendly(11)
Prima Reviews List
Review 1 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great neighborhood eatery. Plate sharing is the recommended dining. Love the grilled squid, although prefer the previous preparation. Pizzas and pastas are great. Service and wine recommendations are always on point."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food if you don't have kids
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was really outstanding. However, there were zero options for kids. I understand that this is the risk we take when bringing our son with us, but he is an adventurous eater (his favorite thing there were the clams), but he didn't even like the "plain" pizza we ordered for him. This place also seems to think it makes a good pizza as they break things down between "pizza" and "not pizza" but that was definitley the least good thing we ate. The papardelle was ridiculously good, the clams were perhaps the best I have had anywhere in Hawaii...but maybe include a few pieces of bread with this dish? Although we did order the side of bread and it was delicious as well."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Localvore food art
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Well worth the drive from town. Do not let the strip mall like location discourage you. This is real, innovative localvore food art."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 4 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always I/we enjoyed the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always I/we enjoyed the experience & food=Grand!!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 5 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Dining Option!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great dinner. The is unique and ever changing. Fun place to go!!"
Dined on 04/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is always excellent.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is always excellent. I love the new menu, especially the lamb -- I think it's my new fave. Service is always pleasant and friendly, but absent at times. Not a huge deal. I'm such a fan of this place that I don't think service makes too much of a big deal. I will be back for sure."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Sides are Amazing!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The mushrooms and brussel sprouts were amazing! The pizza was good, but not as good as JJ's or my homemade.
It's a good thing we made reservations because they were really busy! This slowed down service a little too much, but the dining area had a nice feel so it wasn't a chore to wait.
I would definitely come back, but probably early in the week to avoid the crowd."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 8 for Prima
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Overall good, but for us the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall good, but for us the food was abit on salty side.
We would make the trek from town again to try the pizzas."
We would make the trek from town again to try the pizzas."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 9 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Neighborhood
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"The best pizza in Hawaii. Love the crust. Incredible food combinations not found anywhere else.
Only complaint is that we had to wait 15 past our reservation time and it took long to get our pizza"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good overall first experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good overall first experience. Will return!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our first time visit was worth
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our first time visit was worth the 20 minute drive from town to Kailua. The tasteful oyster mushroom is the highlight on the pea-risotto. One of the specials was grass-fed kaiwi steak sirloin strip - one the best steaks we've had in Honolulu, perfectly done, and although not necessary, the home-made steak sauce was delicious. We were not planning on order dessert as the portions for the two of us was substantial, but we overhead that the banana hazelnut log with sorbet was amazing. Our only regret was we only ordered one, we're going to order two the next time. As busy as this tiny restaurant was that night, our waiter Keenan was very attentive and kept us updated on our orders and to make sure everything was good. 5 star service"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Prima
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The restaurant is changing
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The restaurant is changing into a pricey pizza place. An already short wine list has been further reduced to 1 sparkling, 1 white, 2 reds, with an increase in the beer selection.Additionally, after spending more than $3,000 on dinners at Prima during 2012 the chef has yet to even acknowledge my presence. I don't want a drum roll when I arrive but a head nod from the chef might be nice. Don't know, maybe all their customers spend $3,000 a year there."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 13 for Prima
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Skip Prima
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went to Prima on Friday evening. Service was awful. Our waitress shouldn't be in the service industry. She forgot to tell us about the specials/soup of the day. She forgot to bring the wine list after my girlfriend requested it to select another glass of wine. Later my gf asked for a refill of our water - our waitress forgot. Then I asked for a water refill - waitress forgot again. We never got a refill of our water bottle. She didn't offer dessert. Also, keep in mind the restaurant was half empty (and I think I understand why) so it's not like she was swamped or overburdened with orders. We also saw another couple visibly frustrated with the service. The food was okay and for the quality everything was over priced."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2009
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Review 14 for Prima
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Majority of food was excellent,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Majority of food was excellent, but service is very slow."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 15 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Out of this world
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"All the dishes our group tried we're beyond great! Their unique drinks were fabulous! We all will come back again and again!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 16 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Really enjoyed the food and service. What a great location. Sure beats driving into Honolulu."
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
tandori pear appetizer was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"tandori pear appetizer was one of the most creative and delicious taste treats I've had in a while and I'm in the food business. Check out our organic O Meyer Lemon olive oil in Kailua Whole Foods - you guys could make magic with it! Seriously, I eat out a lot in NYC, Portland, DC & live in the Bay Area. Prima was suprem -a ! Still talking about the grilled romaine salad's smoky wonderfulness ! Curry bolognesa - yes please ! We came in with my daughter, Kai, who works in Waimanalo at Green Rows Farm - organic kale growers & seriously amazing compost fed/organic farm eggs. Keep up the creative great work / can't wait to come back to Kailua and visit you guys, again. Greg Hinson / founder of O Olive Oil, Petaluma, CA"
Dined on 03/07/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 18 for Prima
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
uncomfortable seating. A bit
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"uncomfortable seating. A bit pricey. Very kailua trendy. Had Pizza, although good, not as good as V Lounge pizza, just a better ambiance. manager seemed stressed which made us feel stressed."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of a kind food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"You know you're going to find a menu with things you don't find elsewhere -- like octopus. It's fun looking at all the possibilities. Prima encourages sharing and that's one of the things that adds to the fun. The mushroom appetizer is a beautiful sculptural art piece and tastes wonderful, too."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 20 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Peace and Joy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding ambiance, great food, excellent service. This was the fourth time my wife and I have dined here with friends. The ambiance is a wonderful mix of settled peace and joyous life-giving. Their offerings are so flavorful and diverse that we always eat "family style" with extra plates for sharing. All the servers have been upbeat, interesting, friendly, and helpful."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing Pizza
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best true Italian-style pizza I've had ourtside of Italy!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Prima
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
This was my first time at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was my first time at Prima.I live in Kailua, but held off going to Prima because of the location in the Foodland shopping center.The inside didn't look inviting with windows looking out onto the parking lot.We were a group of four who shared appetizers, then ordered our own larger plate for our main course.The food was all outstanding and delicious and we enjoyed every dish.The wine list was small with only three reds, but the Sicilian wine was wonderful.The service was very good.Now for the negative, the horrible acoustics inside that will keep me from returning until they move location or change decor with material to absorb the cacophony of cooking vent, music, and people needing to talk loudly to be heard."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great pizza & pupus. Small,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great pizza & pupus. Small, crowded. Reservations appear to be the key."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Quickly becoming our favorite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love this place. Fantastic pizza, pasta, with innovative and outstanding specials. A small and unassuming place that is big on ambiance, service, and of course food. Kind of crazy when you find yourself craving their brussel sprouts and fingerling potatoes(but that's just how good their food is). Prices are very reasonable and service is terrific. The staff makes you feel good just being there (friendly, knowledgeable and attentive). One of the few places we've found on Oahu that makes my entire family want to become regulars."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 25 for Prima
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Great service and excellent
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great service and excellent idea for a concept restaurant. However, the food was horrible. I will not be returning nor will I recommend to anyone, too much hype and nothing to back it up."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
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Review 26 for Prima
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Highly Disappointing
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We made reservations for 4 and arrived at 6:15. The host asked us if we like to sit outside. There were, at the time, 3 empty tables for four inside the restaurant. The host said that they had multiple other reservations and explained that while no one had arrived yet, they were on the way. Since we were here on time, and tables for four were available inside, we politely asked to sit inside. The head waiter eventually impolitely pointed for us to sit at one of the open tables. Another group did arrive, but one table was open for the entire time. The pizza was burned. The bolognese pasta curry sauce was overcooked and entirely too salty. The halibut special was chewy and very fishy. The service was disinterested at best."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2012
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Review 27 for Prima
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Waitress forgot to put our
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Waitress forgot to put our order in (pizza and a salad). Wait time for food: 1 hour. After that, we had to ask for everything (water, drinks, etc). For a place that charges a little extra, its staff isn't very well trained in customer service. Sad...I could've seen myself really enjoying this spot, however, you only get one chance at first impressions."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Soup was great, pizza was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Soup was great, pizza was good but the pork belly was burned and too tough to chew. We told the waitress but the kitchen didn't seem to care. Dessert was just okay"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was great, like always.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great, like always. Service was genuine, but a bit slow."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food with a creative
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food with a creative menu. The place was not large, but the atmosphere was lively without feeling intrusive and the service was attentive."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food- small place and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food- small place and loud. Not a romantic date spot, but really good food!"
Dined on 02/24/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best food I have had in Hawaiian
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Best food I have had in Hawaiian Islands!"
Dined on 02/24/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 33 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Even though service is slow
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Even though service is slow or frantic at times, I keep going back for more. I really can't get enough of Prima's brilliant menu (and specials). And the soups are amazingly clever and tasty. How do they do it?! I'm hoping to discover/unveil their secret one day... Lol. On a more serious note, I wish this place was closer to town. Hoping for a Prima 2 some time in the near future. Haha. No, seriously. I am."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Worth it!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Knowledgeable and responsive wait staff. Excellent food, but limited selections - not really a problem as they publish their menu and diners should have checked it out ahead of time. Facility and decor is high end family, low end fancy. Prices are high end moderate, but no complaints - food and service were well worth it. A bit crowded, but overall quite nice."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 35 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Attentive staff, fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Attentive staff, fantastic food, nice atmostphere, reservation was on time - no waiting given the place was packed. Nice touches: bottled water, mediterranean influenced cuisine and what I would call a roving host who checks on everyone in between visits from the wait staff."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 36 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
very small space but wonderfully
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"very small space but wonderfully creative and delicious food!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Prima's food is the most eclectic
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Prima's food is the most eclectic I've experienced in Hawaii. The flavor combinations, preparation and presentation are quirky and surprising, in a good way. The only strange thing is that Prima promotes a family style, share menu, however the appetizers and salad was difficult to share. The main dishes are easier to share. All in all, it was a great experience and we enjoyed our meal!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Imaginative casual dining.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We actually go here a lot. It's the best pizza. Period. The menu is imaginative and always changing. Most the time the imaginative dishes are outrageously delicious! Its great having a neighborhood joint with a creative chef, who introducea us to new foods and combinations. We had a Mahimahi wellington that was amazing! One of the best restaurants in Kailua!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great little restaurant in
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great little restaurant in Kailua. Food was just awesome."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 40 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I wish I could give the food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I wish I could give the food more than 5 stars! Excellent. I love the decor inside, was thrown off by the amount of light when I first arrived, the ambiance was strange. The amazing food made me forget my bad first impression, from the appetizer to the pizza to the dessert everything was perfect."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 41 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Roasted pork belly was the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Roasted pork belly was the big hit at our table but really you can't go wrong, everything we order was great. Will definitely go back to try the rest of the menu."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 42 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great tasting plates, reasonable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great tasting plates, reasonable prices. The server was very knowledgeable about both menu items and their wines. The wine list was not extensive, but seemed to have wines that would pair well with the kinds of foods they serve. I wasn't wild about the plastic chairs and the industrial decor, but it was nice enough. We plan to go again, next time for the pizza and the braised romaine salad."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Order Outside your Comfort Zone
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We eat at Prima every now and then and have never been disappointed. We took our in-laws and everybody got a great dish. The pizzas are fabulous and the specials are always interesting. One of the specials was broccoli and beef gnocchi: a Korean twist on an Italian classic."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 44 for Prima
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The brussel sprouts are out
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The brussel sprouts are out of this world! So is the mushroom appetizer!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2012
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Review 45 for Prima
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Pizza and more
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Try this place.... it will have you coming back again."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Prima
Based on the average of (50) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic