




Piggy smalls
About
Bold Flavors in Kaka‘ako
Tucked into the vibrant industrial-chic landscape of Kaka‘ako, Piggy Smalls brings an irreverent, high-energy approach to Vietnamese-inspired comfort food. Chef Andrew Le, the culinary mind behind The Pig and the Lady, reimagines classic Southeast Asian street food with a decidedly modern, local Hawaiian lens. The air is often thick with the aromatic scent of star anise and charred meats, punctuated by the clatter of silverware against communal-style tables that keep the energy buzzing.
The Menu Experience
The culinary identity here is defined by adventurous fusion. The pho-inspired French dip is a crowd-favorite, blending rich, long-simmered beef broth with savory drippings, while the herb-heavy salads bring a necessary crunch to the table. You will notice the menu shifts frequently, keeping the rotation of small plates fresh and unpredictable. It is the kind of place where sharing is practically mandatory; order a variety of items to truly capture the complexity of the house-made sauces and fresh herbs sourced from local farms.
The Local Vibe
The interior mirrors the artistic soul of Honolulu’s up-and-coming district, featuring sleek concrete floors and minimalist decor that lets the vibrant colors of the food take center stage. While the atmosphere is welcoming and lively, be prepared for the noise levels to climb when the dinner rush hits—it is a space that thrives on the chatter of friends rather than intimate, quiet conversation. Finding parking in this popular urban pocket can occasionally be a challenge, so consider arriving early to scout out a spot nearby before tucking into their signature bowls. It remains an essential stop for anyone wanting to see the inventive side of the city's evolving dining scene.
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Location
1200 Ala Moana Blvd Ste 665, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96814-4271
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Showing 8 of 181 community reviewsHannah FengGoogle Maps
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I was visiting Oahu with my husband for a few days, and we always look for good Chinese food spots wherever we travel. Mian was amazing and definitely hit the spot. The noodles were chewy and perfect! We got the beef noodle soup, the pork dumplings, and the hot and sour sweet potato noodles. All of them were very good, highly recommend! If we lived here, we definitely would order from this establishment all of the time.
Vincent ChangGoogle Maps
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I had a good experience here at Mian yesterday. The family decided to roam out of Waikiki to try some traditional Chinese Noodle cuisine, as Waikiki has gotten a bit expensive. As we entered the restaurant, the ambiance had a traditional/modern look, which was very pleasant. We decided to order their traditional beef noodle soup. When you order, make sure you select the free complimentary noodles if you're hungry. The food came out, the presentation was great, and the initial bite of the noodles instantly took me back home. My wife's noodle soup was a bit spicy for her, but the noodles were very good. I ordered a clear broth beef noodle soup which was also very good. The entire order was roughly around the same we paid back home. Thus, the value is definitely worth every penny, especially in Hawaii.
Winston CubedGoogle Maps
Recently
A very traditional Chinese noodle house. The most popular items here are the beef noodle soup and the dumplings. Everyone working here speaks fluent Chinese. That’s how you know it’s super authentic. The word mian means noodle in Chinese. Other than rice, mian is the second most popular carb in China. Mian here is excellent.
Jun SimonsGoogle Maps
Recently
Great noodle spot with spicy house beef noodles. Lots of chili oil flavor. The meat itself was good and its easy to order extra noodles. Appetizers were good, I recommend the chicken.
BETTY RodriguezGoogle Maps
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Food was authentic and Delicious although definitely a bit spicier than I’m used to. Highly recommend.
Lala808Google Maps
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Update Aug 1, 2021 We had dinner delivered today to find the menu had changed. The food tastes much better than before. We really enjoyed it. Dumplings, noodles with some extra toppings, beef rolls, steam vegetables were great, except one of the house beef noodles didn’t come with the soup. So we added chili sauce to the noodle it tasted good but it is not the same. ———————————————— Older review Friendly and good service. They offer mung beans water I thought it was very healthy. Valet in the building. It is in the mechanical tower parking with the parking attendant. If you are in a hurry, it’s best to park somewhere flat and walk over.
RoninGoogle Maps
Recently
Good Sichuan style noodle restaurant to go. My family and I ate here several times since pre-covid. The food here is always delicious. My go to item is always Zajiang noodles with Peas little or very spicy. It's a nice balance of flavor. It can get spicy unless you mix it very well, most of the spicy soup will be at the bottom. The house fried chicken and wontons are also delicious. Since covid, they no longer use paper menus. Scan the QR code and click the link. In the link, scroll select and order. You can pay later. If you seem lost, ask them...it may be a while before they help you. Service will bring out your food and provide water. Pay by going to the cashier in the front. I like the atmosphere, it's comfortable and has a good setting for families and groups to eat in.
Monica MarianesGoogle Maps
Recently
Wontons were cooked perfectly, the sauce had a good kick and a hint of sweetness to it. The best wontons I had on the island. The wrapper was not too thick and the filling was very very juicy. Chengdu Zhajiang Noodle was delicious but maybe because we got it for takeout the noodle was cooked a little past aldente. Sauce, again, was delicious. The portion of the noodle was huge. Beef pancake roll was tasty and the bread was flaky and good. We ordered at 11 and food was ready by 11:20. Amazing service! Edit after eating in: everything was AMAZING.
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