Senia Restaurant

Went here with my boyfriend to celebrate our 2nd anniversary. This had to be one of the best dinners we have ever had. We would put it on par with a Michelin star dinner we had earlier this year. The dishes were unique and surprised us in the most pleasant way. The service was excellent and they really made us feel special for our occasion.

Wow, wow and wow..our server knew the menu, made recommendations and was just pleasant. Everything we ordered was amazing. The flavors are so complex. The smoke ahi as a snack to start was sheer bliss in your mouth. Then the venison tartare, scallops melts in your mouth. The bone marrow to round out our meals along with the mushrooms. This has been the best I've ever had! Everyone was very attentive to your needs! The peach dessert to end the evening with a bang, not too sweet, just perfect!

Easy Five stars all around. Beautifully executed food, with truly outstanding plating. Solid cocktails with attentive service was a total highlight and truly elevates the food scene in HNL. Influences of Per Se and French Laundry can be felt, but what makes this restaurant glow is the Hawaiian aloha. The wait staff was professional and helpful but also relaxed and approachable. We were expecting some pretentiousness but were surprised and happy how inviting and relaxed it was. Thoughtful interior design with repetitions of soft curves and monochromatic tones accentuates a open concept kitchen which sets up nicely for a Chefs Table. Finally after spending a month here on multiple islands it was nice to see a truly international menu. Many restaurants we’ve gone to have strong Pan Asian flavors and have become one dimensional. Senia still brings Island sensibility and flavors to the menu but expands nicely into French and Italian influences. We will be back!

5-star food and service 15 minutes away from Waikiki beach. I chose Senia for my birthday dinner with my wife and my 6-year-old son and couldn't be more happy about it. I was welcomed with a birthday card signed by all employees, everyone that interacted with us was super helpful, polite and professional and we had amazing food accompanied by the best service at Senia. I also appreciate that everyone was very nice and accommodating to my son (which is not a given in fine dining restaurants).

I’m being critical but no doubt the best meal I had in Hawaii. It was also the most expensive meal of my life, quite easily. So in that way slightly disappointing that my hunger had only lapsed after dessert despite ordering and finishing 2 starters and a main by myself. The lamb ragu was a little small and very al dente. The experience as a whole certainly not one I regret, it’s hard to imagine fine dining counter seating being any better. Walking in I was blown away by that alone. The main dining area looks awesome as well if you’re in a group. There are also so many little details that have clearly been given a lot of thought, and time fine tuning. The presentation of the cutlery, elegant blue of the water glasses to match the coasters. The entire layout of the kitchen must have been designed with the counter seating in mind, you can watch almost every step of the process unfold before you. The service was seriously busy but patient, knowledgable, and never felt rushed. Presentation very creative - the smoke unveiling on the cigars pretty much hit the full 5 sensory experience. The honeycomb presentation of the honey butter that pair with the Madelines - eye catching. The parfait was different, personally I don’t know if that combination of textures worked or if I liked the presentation, especially the plate. I’d return for the tasting menu if I’m ever back on the island, but it was meal more memorable for the experience and the price than the quality of the food.