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Asia Manoa

4.4(34 community reviews)
Fine Dining ($$$$)

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Discover Asia Manoa, offering the best Chinese experience in Makiki / Manoa. Enjoy Fine Dining ($$$$) meals, explore their menu, and read reviews from the community on TasteHi.

A Neighborhood Staple in Manoa Valley

Tucked away near the University of Hawaii campus, Asia Manoa serves as a reliable cornerstone for locals seeking hearty, comfort-driven Asian cuisine. The atmosphere here is refreshingly straightforward; it is the kind of place where the focus remains entirely on the plate rather than flash or pretension. You will find students and faculty alike grabbing a quick lunch, creating a hum of conversation that fills the modest dining area.

Signature Flavors from the Kitchen

The menu leans heavily into familiar favorites, with the Korean chicken and various bento combinations standing out as crowd-pleasers. The chicken arrives with that perfect, satisfying crunch, glazed in a sauce that balances sweet and savory notes without overwhelming the palate. Their portion sizes are generous, often leading to a second meal packed into a styrofoam container for later. The aromatic scent of toasted sesame oil and freshly steamed rice greets you the moment you walk through the door.

Know Before You Go

Because the shop serves such a high volume of foot traffic from the surrounding Manoa community, the space can get quite brisk during the peak lunch rush. It is a no-frills, counter-service environment, so don't expect white-glove table service. Parking in this part of Honolulu can be a bit of a localized puzzle, so consider arriving a few minutes early if you are on a strict schedule. It is an ideal spot for those days when you need a consistent, filling meal that hits the spot without breaking the bank.

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Asia Manoa - Honolulu Restaurant Image
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Asia Manoa - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Asia Manoa - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Asia Manoa - Honolulu Restaurant Image

Location

2801 E Manoa Rd, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96822-1878

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Reviews

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Mike GerryGoogle Maps

Recently

Cockroach in the menu at the front checkout. The drop ceiling was collapsing directly over an occupied table. Place needs a good cleaning. Lots of empty boxes stacked in the dining area.

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Albert VoGoogle Maps

Recently

Food: a decent Cantonese restaurant on the island. Most dishes were flavorful and tasty. Service: friendly staff and owner. They did mess up our orders a bit.... Atmosphere: a lot of clusters on their dining tables in a corner and part of the restaurant lights were off.

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Richard TanimuraGoogle Maps

Recently

I have been coming here for years. I remember being delighted when ordering Dried shrimp and chicken fried rice which was not on the menu. Their honey walnut shrimp was to die for. But recently, it was heavyhanded, saccharin sweet with no finesse. The spicy pork and eggplant was bland, and cooked indifferently. When did they stop caring? This kitchen is capable of much better.

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RobertGoogle Maps

Recently

Very good Chinese food in Manoa. Expect to pay a little more, but the difference is worth it. Must try the Fried Tofu and the Beef and Scallops in a deep fried Taro Bowl with XO Sauce.

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Wong OhanaGoogle Maps

Recently

Thought we would give it a try since it’s been awhile. Saw that there were still a lot of take out orders, so it was a good sign👍. Ordered our usuals for dinner for 8 and all courses were on par. Chicken salad, Fried Tofu, crispy gaugee, Boneless Minute Chicken Cake Noodle order extra noodles, Honey Walnut Shrimp, seasoned green beans, Fried Rice. Of course, prices have gone up, and portions have downsized, but that’s everywhere. It’s nice to have a neighborhood Chinese Restaurant where you can meet with your extended family. We will be back!

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Googly BearGoogle Maps

Recently

Nicest lady works there and the food is good. I've tried the cold ginger chicken, soup, beef broccoli, crispy gau gee mein, fried rice, chicken jook, etc. All were good. Service is fast and the prices are on par with other Chinese restaurants. The area is nice and there's lots of free parking. The restaurant is clean and cool and it's one of my favorites.

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Michael CrabtreeGoogle Maps

Recently

Had a wonderful time at Asia manoa. Great food, great service, and nice atmosphere. Ordered the schezuan eggplant and the lemon chicken and egg fu yong. So delicious and yummy!! This place is the place to go if your in Manoa and looking for really good Chinese food. Love this place!!

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Nate_yeah84Google Maps

Recently

Small little Chinese restaurant tucked away in Manoa. Service is pretty good considering that only one person works the floor and had 4 parties. The guy usually just stays at the register or delivers food. The food was very good 👍 my folks have come here many times and it was amazing, I don’t even like Chinese food 😂. Parking lot was small but the bank next door is closed so we parked there. Would definitely come back again if in the area.

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Yes, Asia Manoa is a neighborhood favorite for extended family dinners and group celebrations in the Manoa area.

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