Chef Chai

4.8

1380 Reviews

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Good for business meals

Opened for both dine in and takeout.
Masks required for both diners and staff
Outdoor and indoor with the CDC distant guideline
No contact menu available

Chai Chaowasaree owner and Chef of Chef Chai at Pacifica Honolulu is recognized as one of Hawaii’s top Hawaii Regional Cuisine chefs. Known for fusing fresh Hawaii ingredients with the exotic flavors of Asia, Chef Chai has created a culinary style that reflects the cultural diversity of Oahu and the Hawaiian Islands.

To further strengthen the partnership with Hawaii’s local farmers and fishermen, Chef Chai co-founded Hawaii Island Chefs (HIC), the second generation of Hawaii Regional Cuisine Chefs. This group of HIC chefs is on a mission to provide the world with the best of Hawaii’s diverse culinary resources from the culture of the people and the bounty of the land and sea.

The exquisite experience await you at Chef Chai

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Fusion / Eclectic, Thai French
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(808) 585-0011
Website
http://www.chefchai.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Chai Chaowasaree
Catering
Full Services cater from 10 to 1000, from rental, food, bar, staff, setup and break down. Call Chef Chai at 330-0279
Private party facilities
Chef Chai is perfect for a private event from 15-100 guest. Award-winning cuisine in a beautiful surrounding, handcraft cocktails, and professional friendly services. From cocktail reception, business dinner to a wedding, Chef Chai will create any menu to suit your need and taste
Private party contact
Owner/Chef Chai: (808) 585-0011

Location
1009 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814
Area
Honolulu
Cross Street
Kapiolani Blvd. & Ward Ave.
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

Father’s Day Lobster Buffet!
US$135.00 per person
14 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2025
All you can eat Lobster Buffet! (Full menu on chefchai.com) $135 for indoor and outdoor seating Dinner June 14 & June 15, seating times are 4:00-4:30PM or 7:00-7:30PM. Brunch (Sunday only) seating times are 9:00-9:30AM or 12:00-12:30PM. Credit Card Required to secure your reservation. (No penalty if cancelled 7 days prior). Please call (808) 585-0011 for any questions or concerns.
May 10 Mother’s Day All You Can Eat Lobster Buffet
US$135.00 per person
10 May 2025 only
All you can eat Lobster Buffet! (http://chefchai.com/mothers-day-fathers-day-buffet/) $135/person (50% for children under 10) Dinner May 10, seating times are 4:00-4:30PM or 7:00-7:30PM. Credit Card Required to secure your reservation. (No penalty if cancelled 7 days prior). Please call (808) 585-0011 for any questions or concerns.
May 11 Mother’s Day All You Can Eat Lobster Buffet
US$135.00 per person
11 May 2025 only
All you can eat Lobster Buffet! (http://chefchai.com/mothers-day-fathers-day-buffet/) $135/person (50% for children under 10) May 11 Brunch (Sunday only) seating times are 9:00-9:30AM or 12:00-12:30PM. Credit Card Required to secure your reservation. (No penalty if cancelled 7 days prior). Please call (808) 585-0011 for any questions or concerns.

What 1,380 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Oahu
Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chef Chai offers an exceptional dining experience with "world-class cuisine" and a "beautiful ambience." Guests enjoy a diverse menu, including standout dishes like the "miso Chilean sea bass" and "lobster buffet." The attentive service and live entertainment create a memorable atmosphere. Perfect for special occasions, Chef Chai is highly recommended.

1,380 Reviews

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Peter
VIP
Las Vegas
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
I paid $400 for good food but mediocre service. They didn’t bring my wife her drink which is a standard drink on their cocktail list. When I inquired after awhile they told us “oh we are our out of an ingredient and can’t make it.” If I had not asked they would never have told us. I said well, can you get something else? “Sure, what do you want ma’am”. A menu since she didn’t memorize your list. Then they take a really long time to being her replacement cocktail. A top restaurant should fix its mistake quickly. Next the Main courses come. My son ordered medium rare and I ordered medium. I ask the server which is which and he said “they are both the same.” None of these are terrible mistakes but when you charge high prices and have two different lines for tips (servers and kitchen staff) your service should be bettee.
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Thurston
VIP
Seattle
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. Try the appetizer sampler!
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Ann
VIP
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing choice of food and all delicious! Presentation is excellent ! All the servers are well trained , courteous and knowledgable! Highly recommend !
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Jan
VIP
Hawaii
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time experience at Chef Chai’s. The food was outstanding and the service was impeccable. We will be back!
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Nicole
Los Angeles
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 16 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a while! The tasting menu was superb, the entertainment was fantastic, the service outstanding and the restaurant beautifully decorated. Next time I’m in Honolulu, I’ll be dining at Chef Chai’s.
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Lee
VIP
Hawaii
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on 16 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful evening with Robert Cazimero entertaining!
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Toni
VIP
Hawaii
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome evening with Robert Cazimero and his dancers - excellent food and drinks- festive occasion - fabulous!
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emiko
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
とても美味しくボリューム満点です。かクリスマスライブを予約したのでハワイアンミュージックとフラも素晴らしかった
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Sylvia
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent...outstanding. The waitstaff...well trained, professional, attentive, very personable. We had a wonderful time.
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Klara
Munich
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, attentive and friendly staff. The food came out fast and tasted fresh
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FAQs

Chef Chai offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 585-0011.

Chef Chai is rated 4.8 stars by 1380 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1009 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Kapiolani Blvd. & Ward Ave.
Area
Honolulu
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Fusion / Eclectic, Thai French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chai Chaowasaree
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.chefchai.com/
Phone number
(808) 585-0011
Catering
Full Services cater from 10 to 1000, from rental, food, bar, staff, setup and break down. Call Chef Chai at 330-0279
Private party facilities
Chef Chai is perfect for a private event from 15-100 guest. Award-winning cuisine in a beautiful surrounding, handcraft cocktails, and professional friendly services. From cocktail reception, business dinner to a wedding, Chef Chai will create any menu to suit your need and taste
Private party contact
Owner/Chef Chai: (808) 585-0011

Chef Chai

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Father’s Day Lobster Buffet!

May 10 Mother’s Day All You Can Eat Lobster Buffet

May 11 Mother’s Day All You Can Eat Lobster Buffet

Menu

What 1,380 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Chef Chai offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Chef Chai restaurant rated?

Is Chef Chai currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information