Kapiolani Seafood Restaurant

1538 Kapiolani Blvd #107, Honolulu, HI 96814, United States
$$$ Seafood restaurant
(256 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Discover a hidden gem in the heart of Honolulu at Kapiolani Seafood Restaurant, a culinary haven celebrating authentic Chinese cuisine with an emphasis on seafood. Nestled at 1538 Kapiolani Blvd #107, this restaurant offers a delightful blend of tradition and flavor, perfect for food lovers seeking an unforgettable dining experience.

Highly Recommended Dishes

Begin your gastronomic adventure with their renowned House Special Chow Mein (US$18.50), a dish that embodies the essence of hearty and flavorful Chinese fare, with perfectly fried noodles mingled with fresh vegetables and succulent meat. Alternatively, indulge in the Shrimp Chow Fun With Egg (US$18.50), a delightful combination of tender shrimp and fluffy egg nestled within luscious rice noodles, promising a burst of flavors with every bite.

Seafood enthusiasts can’t miss the Whole Steamed Fish, a real standout that encapsulates the restaurant’s dedication to fresh catches. Alternatively, the Spicy Salt & Pepper Pork Chop (US$18.50) unites generous portions with a spicy kick that will keep you coming back for more. And let’s not forget the rich and aromatic Beef Brisket Noodle Soup (US$17.50) that offers comfort in every slurp, making it a fulfilling choice for any noodle lover.

A Dining Experience

Reflecting a warm and welcoming ambiance, Kapiolani Seafood Restaurant boasts a clean and friendly inner decor that sets the perfect backdrop for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings. The staff is attentive and accommodating, a trait frequently highlighted by their patrons. As customer Piper J. Drake notes, the generous portions create a sense of satisfaction that’s felt long after the meal.

While the dim sum, like the Hagow and Shiu Mai, is especially popular during lunchtime—where crowds gather eagerly to sample the delightful bites—the dinner menu doesn’t fall short either. Diners like Ryan Y recommend a visit for the dinner options, especially during festive periods like the Lunar New Year, further ensuring that there’s something special for everyone.

As you navigate through the bustling atmosphere, take a moment to appreciate the lovely scent wafting through the air, as classic Chinese dishes are sizzling in the kitchen just out of sight. The restaurant's design keeps the energy lively yet comfortable, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in the bustling dining scene that defines the local culture.

Next time you find yourself in Honolulu, make a note to visit Kapiolani Seafood Restaurant. Indulge in delightful flavors, friendly service, and the excellent atmosphere that make dining here such a memorable experience. With every dish brimming with authenticity and turn-of-the-century charm, your taste buds will thank you!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Does not have assistive hearing loop
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves comfort food
Serves small plates
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Usually has a wait
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Openings Hours
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Monday

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

8:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

8:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

256 Reviews
Piper J. Drake

15 Sep 2025

Solid choice for dim sum with generous portions. Most of the dim sum dishes we ordered were tasty and satisfying - none of them stood out as mind blowing. One or two of the dim sum dishes were not to our taste - not sure if this was due to a difference in style or if they just didn’t have a good day for the dish. The whole steamed fish was very enjoyable and the whole steamed oysters were cooked just right. The dining room is spacious and very clean. The servers are attentive.

V N

03 Sep 2025

The dim sum was delicious and enjoyable. We ordered the hagow, shiu mai, spare ribs, and other familiar favorites. Everything was tasty and reasonably priced. The stuffed bean curd was the standout while the baked manapua was flavorful although I was not a fan of the sugar coated topping. Personally, I prefer having the cart service with steaming baskets rolling by so I can pick what looks good but that is just personal preference. The staff did a great job being attentive and bringing the bamboo steamers straight to the table and everything arrived hot and fresh from the kitchen.

Teahimatoarii KUNG

27 Jul 2025

One of the best dim sum I tried ! Very good taste and nice size for the price ! Very clean place and kind staff. A must try.

Filipo Sipelii

25 Jun 2025

This is a fine dining Chinese restaurant. Service is great, the food is delicious, very clean, and the ambiance is welcoming. The only complaint I have is they don't quite follow instructions of how you want your food cooked. I'm not sure if it's the server not relaying the instructions or the cook just sticking to their way of cooking. For example The lobster, I wanted it steamed plain, and with some melted butter, instead they had some kind of ginger garlic paste sauce they totally missed it here. Everything else was delicious. The ung choy, was off putting, they had some bright green and old looking pieces here not very appealing. Their prices are reasonable.

Ryan Y

25 Jun 2025

Kapiolani Seafood is known during the day for their dim sum. It's one of the few places I like dim sum from... This time, we went at dinner time, chinese new year day and had the 8 course dinner. It was good, but nothing stood out...definitely a nice change from eatting another place, the past couple of years. Lol Favorite dishes are the egg shrimp noodles, sweet and sour fried fish, egg soup, and honey Walnut shrimp. Dishes came out of order, the jelly fish and char sui came out separately (suppose to be together) and I forgot to take a photo of the dessert. It was a sweet bean soup. Service was crazy...ngl They were under staff and very busy. Along with many waiting outside. On a normal day it's not that bad. Atmosphere was good...unlike most Chinese restaurants, interior is clean and well kept. Best of all, we saw the lion dance performance.

Gi C.

25 Jun 2025

It's not another dim sum place. They have their own flavor. Service was fast and efficient. We got their with people already in line, but we got called after 15 minutes even after listing ourselves 5th in line. It was crowded but surprisingly not noisy and having your (personal) space. Enjoyed the food, especially that it was fair priced. Crispy green onion = exactly what it sounded comparable to that Crispy seafood pancake fresh off the grill Chicken feet - yum, fall off the bone, melt in your mouth. Mild flavor but satisfying. House dumpling - nutty, crispy with umami taste. We enjoyed all.

Sharlene Wong

17 Jun 2025

We arrived around 11 am and there were already people waiting to go into the restaurant. You leave your name with the ladies at the front and they call you as tables become available. You complete a form to order dim sum. If you want noodles or something other than dim sum you need to wait till after 10. The restaurant is very clean and the staff very friendly and accommodating. My friend and I had 5 dim sum items- taro with pork, shrimp lookfun, Shanghai pork dumplings, shrimp dumplings, pork buns and beef chow fun. The food arrived in stages so we were able to eat without being rushed. Most items were flavorful with the exception of the taro filled with pork. That was a bit bland. You will need to request ice water but the waitress brings you tea with the place settings. The tables seem to rotate quickly so I think the wait is not longer than 15 to 30 minutes. I will be adding this restaurant to my take out list for the week. Apologies for the lack of food items in the photos as I forgot to take pictures until we had devoured most of the food.

R

15 Jun 2025

Authentic Chinese food. Have all day dim sum. Nice wok fried noodles but wish they wiped the wok a bit longer. Wontons weren’t that good. The beef chow fun and peppered steak was good! We skipped the lobster it was $40/lbs

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