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Chi Kong Look Funn Factory

4.3(36 community reviews)
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Discover Chi Kong Look Funn Factory, offering the best Chinese experience in Kalihi / Nu'uanu. Enjoy Budget ($) meals, explore their menu, and read reviews from the community on TasteHi.

A Chinatown Staple for Fresh Rice Noodles

In the heart of Honolulu’s historic Chinatown, Chi Kong Look Funn Factory operates with the kind of low-profile efficiency that defines old-school neighborhood manufacturing. This isn't a sit-down bistro; it is a specialized production house where the steam rising from the vats hits you the moment you step toward the counter. The air is heavy and humid, carrying the mild, comforting scent of fresh-pressed rice flour.

The Art of the Look Funn

For decades, locals have lined up here for sheets of look funn—delicate, slippery, and remarkably fresh rice noodles. Unlike the pre-packaged versions found in supermarket aisles, these noodles maintain a supple texture that holds sauces perfectly without turning gummy. Watching the staff maneuver the large, steaming trays is a masterclass in rhythm and speed. If you are planning a stir-fry at home or looking to build an authentic bowl of noodle soup, grabbing a fresh package here is a ritual for many Chinatown residents.

What to Expect

The operation is simple and strictly functional. Do not expect fancy signage or a waiting area. You walk in, request your portion, and walk out with a warm bundle wrapped in simple plastic. It is a cash-only operation, and the small storefront can get cramped during the morning rush, so be prepared to navigate a narrow aisle and quick, no-nonsense service. It is a genuine piece of Honolulu’s culinary infrastructure, serving the essential building blocks for countless home-cooked meals across the island.

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Chi Kong Look Funn Factory - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Chi Kong Look Funn Factory - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Chi Kong Look Funn Factory - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Chi Kong Look Funn Factory - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Chi Kong Look Funn Factory - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Chi Kong Look Funn Factory - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Chi Kong Look Funn Factory - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Chi Kong Look Funn Factory - Honolulu Restaurant Image

Location

1028 Kekaulike St, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96817-5007

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Jennifer LincolnGoogle Maps

Recently

I bought 5 rolls of char siu look fun. The lady, with dirty gloves, shoved all 5 in a tiny bag and the noodles were falling apart as she stuffed it in the bag. She used those same gloves to collect my money. As she assisted the customer behind me, she used the same gloves. My bag was oily from her handling the look fun. I can't believe how down hill this place went. I was brought up buying respectable look fun and they were less than $1. Plus, it used to be wrapped in saran wrap then in the pink paper...not shoved in a tiny bag, more char siu and the workers used to take pride.. This made me sad

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Ashley SeowGoogle Maps

Recently

TL;DR: This is a hidden gem in Chinatown! Authentic, old fashioned massive portion of Cheung fun for an amazing price! You won't be disappointed if you check it out! We stumbled on this place while checking out Chinatown in Oahu. This is not a restaurant, this is a Cheung fun factory, they make the fresh rice rolls wholesale for other restaurants! We made soup noodles out of their plain noodles (look fun) it was incredibly fresh and delicious. The noodles held their shape, they are made in the very old fashioned Cantonese way! We really appreciate the attention to authenticity, much better than all of the Chinatowns in other parts of the world that we have visited! We loved our first visit so much, we returned to buy 2 char siu and 1 ha mi Cheung fun! They are massive and for the price, it's an insane deal! They're tasty, they're fresh , they have the perfect bouncy texture! They did have small packets of soy sauce to eat with it as well! It's just like the old fashioned, dim sum restaurant in Asia. I don't think you can find this anywhere else! This is a hidden gem, and we hope they will continue to be here for a long time!

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MonkeyGoogle Maps

Recently

Walking and exploring around Chinatown Sunday morning, and I decided to get in and see what they were selling here...Wow they are very busy it should be good I thought, I must try something! They were noodles!! They were SO fresh and really really good, cheap and most of them were sold out early morning. I tried the Look Fun one, the only one available, no sauce to dip in like soy sauce or something, but I love it! I had to stop eating them...I was on my way to eat Chinese Dim Sum at Golden Palace.

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