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Giovedi

$50 and over

Italian

10 N Hotel St, Honolulu, HI 96817

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Giovedi

4.7

$50 and over

Italian

Downtown / Chinatown

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Bon Appétit Best New Restaurants for 2025

Hale ‘Aina Awards: Best O'ahu Restaurant 2026
Hale ‘Aina Awards: Best New Restaurant 2025

Giovedi, helmed by Chef Bao Tran, offers a seamless fusion of Italian culinary technique and pan-Asian flavors. The lively atmosphere of our dining room inside infuses energy into every meal, while the charming patio offers a tranquil escape in the heart of Chinatown, Honolulu. Indulge in our Prosciutto San Daniele, featuring sliced prosciutto paired with a sesame donut—a playful nod to both gnocco fritto and bánh tiêu—served with giardiniera pickles. This creative fusion showcases how our cuisine harmoniously combines familiar flavors, blending tradition with originality. At Giovedi, we provide more than just a meal—it’s an experience. With a welcoming ambiance, thoughtful service, and creative cocktails, we ensure every guest feels like part of our Thursday night dinners in our home that inspired it all.

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From the OpenTable editors: Wife-and-husband team Jennifer Akiyoshi and Bao Tran host Honolulu’s coolest dinner party at Giovedì, their stylish Chinatown fusion spot named one of Bon Appétit’s best new restaurants of 2025. Chef Tran dazzles with clever Asian Italian mashups like prosciutto San Daniele served with Vietnamese sesame donuts and an amatriciana riff starring local egg noodles and smoky lap xuong. Small batch wines and playful cocktails keep the party going at HONOULU Magazine’s 2025 Best New Restaurant award-winner.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Asian, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(808) 723-9049
Website
https://www.giovedihawaii.com/
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
10 N Hotel St, Honolulu, HI 96817
Award-winning
1. OpenTable Icons 2026
2. OpenTable Icons 2025
Neighborhood
Downtown / Chinatown
Cross street
Nuuanu Ave & N Hotel St
Parking details
None

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Hokkaido Milk Rolls$11.00
black garlic butter
Onion Dip$15.00
onion five-ways, warm shrimp chips supplement: add regis ova sturgeon caviar +20
Nairagi Crudo$19.00
giovedi calabrian chili crisp, castelvetrano olive, mint
Scallop Carpaccio$23.00
diver scallop, brown butter, pistachio, orange
The Green Salad$19.00
butter lettuce, white endive, jicama, sherry vinaigrette, parmigiano reggiano
Foie Gras Torchon$34.00
caramelized onion, vino cotto, served with olive oil toast
Fritto Misto$21.00
seasonal vegetables, makrut lime aioli
Prosciutto San Daniele$26.00
vietnamese sesame donuts, giardiniera pickles
Dan Mien Vietnam-Artigiana$30.00
Yat Tung Chow egg noodle, lap xuong, pecorino romano, pickled peppers
Spaghetti AOP$26.00
garlic, olive oil, arima sansho peppercorn
Capellini Granchio$37.00
dungeness crab, preserved lemon, kani miso, breadcrumbs
Gnocchi Mabolognese$32.00
beef cheek ragu, doubanjiang, whipped tofu
Mafaldine Pesto$28.00
moringa pesto, long beans, cherry tomato
Grilled Kampachi$38.00
vadouvan, beurre blanc, dill
Char Siu Pork$40.00
smoked kurobuta rib chop, red wine plums
Washugyu Garlic Steak$73.00
pepper-crusted NY strip, umami jus
Mushroom Donburi$29.00
nanatsuboshi white & venere black rice, cilantro pesto, pine nut, pecorino romano
Mrs. Tran's Tiramisu$9.00
amaro nonino, mascarpone, espresso
Five-Spice Carrot Cake$14.00
cream cheese frosting, ginger gelato

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4.7

(320)

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Hawaii
Italian
Oahu
Italian

Review summary

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Giovedi impresses with its "spectacular" food and "great ambiance," making it a top destination for Italian-Asian fusion in Honolulu. Guests praise the "amazing cocktails" and "exceptional service." While some dishes and service aspects have room for improvement, the restaurant remains a "wonderful experience" with a creative menu and inviting atmosphere.

320 Reviews

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Joseph
Hawaii3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Spectacular food and drinks, great service. Very creative menu. What more can you ask for.
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Robin Gold
San Francisco12 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Came with a group of 6 on a friends recommendation. Each dish was delicious, decent portions and lovely presentation. No one was disappointed! Great service as well!
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MICHAEL
Hawaii1 review
3.0
Dined on October 26, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We chose to celebrate our 40th anniversary at Geovedi expecting to create another memory. The cuisine was exquisite, the atmosphere intimate but the service was not warm, personable, or engaging. Sadly, this evening failed to create another memory for us.
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Pat
Hawaii3 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 17, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
They staff was very attentive and accommodating. Our appetizers were delicious. Unfortunately the pork chop was bland and very dry. It was served covered with leafy greens that were bitter and bland. There was no sauce, no dressing on the leaves, no rice or potato. Just the dry chop covered with leaves. Sad to have a bad experience at this restaurant.
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Chad
Hawaii5 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 14, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Great food! Unique dishes! always enjoy dining here.
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Amy Gold
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on October 10, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow! We had the nicest experience here and we even met the owner. The wines were fabulous and the food even better!
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julie
San Francisco9 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 10, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I was looking forward to dining at Giovedi given its awards and excellent online reputation, but unfortunately, the experience fell short of expectations for our party of ten. The crab and octopus pasta dishes were particularly disappointing. The proteins appeared to be minced so finely that there were no recognizable pieces of crab or octopus, which made the dishes feel less substantial than expected. Having put a whole crab claw, or a piece of octopus on top of the pasta would’ve made the presentation much more appealing. But as it was, it felt as though the minced protein was a way to cut cost. The prosciutto “donuts” with shaved Parmesan were also difficult to enjoy, as the prosciutto was quite chewy. The dish did not resemble doughnuts as expected; it was closer to small sesame-covered pita breads. A fresh or acidic component, such as arugula, reduced balsamic, olive oil, salt, and pepper, may have helped balance the dish. My husband and I shared a fish entrée and asked whether it included a side. When we learned it did not, we hoped to add rice, pasta, or another starch to make the meal feel more complete. Instead, the fish was served on its own over curry beurre blanc. When we asked again about a starch, we were directed to a mushroom dish, which did not seem like a natural pairing with the fish. Given that pasta is prepared and served by the kitchen, a simple pasta side would have been a welcome option. We were also eager to try the five-spice carrot cake. The portion was very small and the cake tasted stale. It was very dry, and the five-spice flavor was barely noticeable. Several members of our group also felt the food could have used more seasoning, and by the end of the meal, the overall consensus was that the experience felt overrated and overpriced. Lastly, because our friends were running late, we ordered right away to catch a concert next-door. Ironically, we were served last service was spotty.
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Kurt
Hawaii2 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 4, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good value. The food was great and the service was very good. The location is just right if you are in downtown Honolulu.
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Caleb
Baltimore1 review
5.0
Dined on October 1, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always a good time here. The veal Milanese delivered 🙌 Cocktails on point. Everytime. Order a bit of everything. Can’t go wrong
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Sisi Gold
Hawaii4 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So excited that we finally got to try out Giovedi and it did not disappoint! Our server Elise was amazing! We will be back!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Asian, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(808) 723-9049
Website
https://www.giovedihawaii.com/
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
10 N Hotel St, Honolulu, HI 96817
Award-winning
1. OpenTable Icons 2026
2. OpenTable Icons 2025
Neighborhood
Downtown / Chinatown
Cross street
Nuuanu Ave & N Hotel St
Parking details
None

FAQs

Yes, Giovedi features creative cocktails and a thoughtful wine program, with guests regularly enjoying named cocktails and bottles alongside their meals.

Giovedi offers an indoor dining room plus a charming outdoor patio/courtyard, and guests can also sit at the indoor bar or at high-top tables.

The Hokkaido Milk Rolls are a recurring standout, guests repeatedly praise the warm, pillowy rolls served with black garlic butter as a must-order starter.

Private dining isn't part of Giovedi's offering, the focus is on the lively indoor dining room and the charming patio in Chinatown.

Sunday evenings are a lovely pick, guests call Sunday night a perfect pre‑theater spot and report being able to walk in and sit at the bar; Fridays tend to be busier and near capacity.

Giovedì feels lively yet intimate, a warm, energetic dining room with exposed‑brick charm, a cozy bar, and a pleasant patio that provides a quieter escape in Chinatown.

Smart casual, think polished but relaxed; many guests treat Giovedì as a spot to dress up a touch for date nights and special occasions.

Yes, Giovedì offers outdoor seating: a charming patio/courtyard that guests often choose for a quieter meal or to host larger parties.

Giovedi's menu is set up for sharing, guests frequently order family‑style, and several reviews note the portions as well suited for sharing among the table.

Yes, Giovedi is a lovely choice for date night, with guests praising its intimate ambiance and reporting anniversary and romantic evening visits.

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Giovedi

4.7

$50 and over

Italian

Downtown / Chinatown

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

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Hokkaido Milk Rolls$11.00

Onion Dip$15.00

Nairagi Crudo$19.00

Scallop Carpaccio$23.00

The Green Salad$19.00

Foie Gras Torchon$34.00

Fritto Misto$21.00

Prosciutto San Daniele$26.00

Dan Mien Vietnam-Artigiana$30.00

Spaghetti AOP$26.00

Capellini Granchio$37.00

Gnocchi Mabolognese$32.00

Mafaldine Pesto$28.00

Grilled Kampachi$38.00

Char Siu Pork$40.00

Washugyu Garlic Steak$73.00

Mushroom Donburi$29.00

Mrs. Tran's Tiramisu$9.00

Five-Spice Carrot Cake$14.00

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