




Bangkok Chef (2700 S King St)
About
A Neighborhood Staple for Authentic Thai Spice
Stepping into this Moiliili favorite feels like walking into a friend’s kitchen where the scent of bubbling coconut milk and charred aromatics greets you at the door. Bangkok Chef has built a loyal following across Honolulu by focusing on straightforward, no-nonsense Thai recipes that prioritize bold heat and fresh ingredients over flashy decor.
Why Locals Keep Coming Back
The menu leans heavily into comfort food territory. The yellow curry is a standout, balancing the sweetness of coconut with a sharp, earthy turmeric profile that demands a large side of jasmine rice. If you are a fan of heat, the spicy eggplant stir-fry offers a deep, savory punch that highlights the kitchen's ability to handle high-temperature woks with precision. It is the kind of place where you go when you want a satisfying meal after a long day without the formalities of fine dining.
The Moiliili Experience
The space is functional and modest, keeping the focus entirely on the plate. Expect the energetic hum of the kitchen to be the soundtrack of your meal, punctuated by the occasional clatter of takeout orders being bundled up for the neighborhood rush. While parking in this section of South King Street can be a bit of a challenge during peak lunch hours, the quick turnover makes it a reliable spot for a consistent, flavorful bite. It is an ideal stop for residents and visitors alike who appreciate traditional Thai comfort food served without pretense or delay.
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Location
2700 S King St, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96826-3324
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Showing 10 of 3 community reviewsBryan RabilasGoogle Maps
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Great Thai food. Fresh vegetables, quick and simple. Look for parking in the back if no parking in the front.
Karen YamamotoGoogle Maps
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Wow, reasonable prices and really good food! Gotta have my springs rolls. My only complaint, I should have ordered more sauce. Everything was as expected. Chicken better, meat a little chewy.
Leo NakayamaGoogle Maps
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Very delicious food! I love spicy! Parking is a little tight.
BanhzGoogle Maps
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After a long day of golfing. This hit the spot for the whole fam.
Celia Chen陳韻茹Google Maps
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Found a cockroach in my food(Green Curry Beef)after eating a third of it. Totally unacceptable and absolutely disgusting. At first, we weren’t even sure if it was really a cockroach, so I took photos with my iPhone and then borrowed my husband’s Fold 6. His photos came out so clear that there was nothing left to say – we just sat in silence, feeling sick. Be very cautious if you plan to eat here! Management needs to take immediate action on hygiene – no customer should ever go through this.
Leon BIGPAKE HoGoogle Maps
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Great Thai food and in this area that a good thing. Small community needs great take out spots and this one is awesome.
brandon denglerGoogle Maps
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Never had bamboo in my krapow (chicken basil) before, and this was like a bamboo salad with a ton of it with not that much chicken, and the chicken that was in it was just shredded and not minced. There's also wasn't much flavor either other than the Thai basil. On the other hand, the radna was good with shrimp. They are really nice, and the food came out really quick, but i just think there's better Thai restaurants in Chinatown, especially with the weird atmosphere here, almost feels like a drive-in, but it's still nice having decent thai food in Nuuanu.
Jackson SavareseGoogle Maps
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Food is bleh. Not bad, alright for the price. Summer roles are massive with very little ingredients and $6. Pad Thai was just bleh, no real flavor. I feel like I shouldn't have to add soy and sriracha to pad Thai to give it flavor...
Michelle TakaraGoogle Maps
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Love how fresh and flavorful their food is. Lots of veggies and big portions. Our favorites are Basil Chicken and Ginger Chicken. Restaurant is clean and service us great!
Maka Sasaki (aquatako2006)Google Maps
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Love it love it love it♡♡♡the best yellow curry I've ever eaten. Parking is small n a bit hard but! It's all worth it when you get to eat here!
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