Hapa Restaurant

4.5 Stars - We split the sweet and spicy ribs for an appetizer. They were fall off the bone tender and delicious. The shrimp and grits also tasted great, and my wife liked the fish of the day. The atmosphere was cozy and relaxed, and the service was excellent.

My Mom and I checked this place out for dinner last night, and we really enjoyed ourselves! Our waitress was friendly and attentive, and the decor was beautiful. There was a little bit of road noise from Kapahulu, but it wasn't too bad. Right now they're BYOB with no corkage fee! Parking is easy, just park at the Safeway across the street. The food was very tasty, and we'll definitely be coming back! We started out with a couple of small plates: zucchini noodles and crab cakes. The zucchini noodles were delicious and surprisingly hearty! I was surprised by how long they got the "noodles". I think that the zucchini noodles with a side of rice would be a delicious dinner (because let's be real, you gotta get those carbs in somewhere). The crab cakes were delicious- lots of crab, not too much filler. The only thing we'd change is adding a little more of that yummy slaw because it adds a necessary crunch. My favorite dish was the shrimp and grits. The shrimp and grits were cooked and seasoned well, but that gravy they served on top was the real star of the dish. I get what other reviewers are saying about portion sizes for the entrees, but I think they're appropriate for the upscale experience. This is not the place to get take out. Finally, we ended our meal with the poached pear, which was also delicious. The pear was still nice and firm, and it was served with a good quality vanilla ice cream. They also have us little bonus cupcakes to sample. Can't wait to try this place again!

Found this jewel of a restaurant for lunch. All around excellent. Food was fantastic, decor was stylish, and the service was first rate. Highly recommended.