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Monthly 5-course prix fixe ($135) or the Counter experience ($100+) with 10+ courses. Perfectly cooked lobster, inventive corn ice cream, and seasonal plates like hamachi crudo with herbs and chili.

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Honolulu Magazine calls it the city's best tasting menu. Frolic Hawaii and local critics praise Chef Chris Kajioka's refined and welcoming atmosphere. Outstanding 5-star culinary quality that rivals the best in Honolulu at this price point.

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Unique Italian-Asian mashups: Gnocchi crossed with Mapo Tofu, Vietnam-atriciana pasta, Black garlic butter rolls ($11), Onion dip with warm shrimp chips ($15), and Nairagi Crudo ($19).

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Gold Hale Aina Award 2025 for Best New Restaurant (Honolulu Magazine). The Infatuation's Martha Cheng notes the sheer delight in its fusion. Local critics hail it as a culinary gem with a classy-cool, upbeat but polished atmosphere.

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Noe Signature Tagliatelle with ribbons of handmade pasta ($36), Whipped Ricotta with truffle honey and marcona almonds ($17), Baked Kona Lobster ($82), and Pasta al Forno ($65).

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Consistently rated the best Italian restaurant on the island by Hawaii Mom Blog and local diners. A magical, romantic sanctuary at the Four Seasons Ko Olina with a lush garden setting, koi pond, and top-notch service. The premier adult-oriented fine dining experience on the West side.

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5-course Omakase ($150-$200) pairing cocktails or non-alcoholic drinks with each course. The standout Shrimp Toast, plus hamachi crudo, rich pastas, and a mezzanine a la carte menu with shared plates (~$20).

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First-ever New York Times starred review (2 stars / Critic's Pick) for a Hawaii restaurant. Frolic Hawaii and the local foodie community describe it as the equivalent of a surf enthusiast raving that the waves are epic. An innovative, integrated culinary and cocktail experience by the Bar Leather Apron team, among the most refined dining in Honolulu.