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Taormina Sicilian Cuisine

4.2(1,081 community reviews)
Upscale ($$$)

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Discover Taormina Sicilian Cuisine, offering the best Pizza experience in Waikiki. Enjoy Upscale ($$$) meals, explore their menu, and read reviews from the community on TasteHi.

A Slice of Sicily on Lewers Street

Walking into Taormina Sicilian Cuisine feels like stepping off the busy Waikiki strip and into a sun-drenched villa. The air carries the faint, salty tang of the Pacific mixed with the rich, savory scent of simmering tomato pomodoro. It is a refined yet approachable spot, ideal for travelers winding down after a day at the beach or locals looking for an elevated pasta night.

Chef Hiroyuki Sasada’s Signature Craft

The kitchen is led by Chef Hiroyuki Sasada, who infuses classic Sicilian techniques with an acute attention to detail synonymous with Japanese culinary precision. The signature dish, Uni Carbonara, is a masterclass in texture—a creamy, briny indulgence that stands out as a departure from traditional Roman recipes. You will also find the signature 'Taormina' style pasta, featuring hearty, fresh ingredients that highlight the soul of Southern Italy. The house-made pastas arrive with that perfect al dente snap, coated in sauces that cling to every strand.

The Waikiki Dining Atmosphere

The space is bright and airy during the day, shifting to a warm, candlelit glow once the Honolulu sun dips behind the high-rises. It is an excellent choice for an intimate dinner date or a celebratory meal. A quick word of advice: the dining room can get quite energetic and loud during the peak dinner rush, which only adds to the authentic, bustling Mediterranean energy. While finding parking in the heart of Waikiki is a common local challenge, the reward of a glass of crisp Italian white wine paired with their signature linguine makes the effort entirely worthwhile. Whether you are craving a quiet corner or a front-row seat to the kitchen’s output, the service maintains a polished, attentive pace throughout the evening.

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Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine - Honolulu Restaurant Image

Location

227 Lewers St. #r100, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815

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Reviews

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Jeff QuGoogle Maps

Recently

Loved the place. The food is great, lamb chop has a large portion. The steak is also well cooked. Clams are fresh, no sand at all. Tiramisu was amazing.

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sepide sangiGoogle Maps

Recently

We were there 2 nights ago. Very delicious, high-quality food and exceptional service. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The staff were attentive, friendly, and made us feel very welcome. Overall, a wonderful dining experience. Highly recommended!

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Valerie HapnerGoogle Maps

Recently

Gabrielle was one of the best waiters I’ve ever met. He really was genuine. Gave the utmost best suggestions for not only food but wine really knows what he’s talking about even showed us beautiful beach pictures of the North Shore so we’re excited to go visit tomorrow.

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William D Panos JrGoogle Maps

Recently

The entire experience was more than perfect and this was just to simply celebrate my 48th birthday and to also share this moment with my amazing longtime girlfriend. Gabe was super helpful with a lot of patience. Top notch service even if it was my first time visiting this establishment. The ambiance and lightly played music help make the mood even smoother. I would definitely come try it even if it’s one time and believe me you won’t regret it. Awesome time here thank you to Gabe for helping us make this experience amazing. I vote Gabe as an ambassador for this place!

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L MGoogle Maps

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I’ve always loved Taormina. Food and service always excellent, and very importantly, consistent! Today my wife and I brought our mother in law, who was visiting, to lunch. Mari was our server and she was great! Very interesting background and she is trilingual! Free parking with validation during lunch and Kama’aina discount too. Can’t go wrong. Definitely worth visiting and repeating. Happy patron for nearly 20 years! Thank you Mari and Taormina!

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Henry HobbsGoogle Maps

Recently

What can I say... The BEST meal we have ever had! And no doubt, the man who made it so special our incredible waiter Robert. His attentiveness, his recommendations and his passion is not like anything I have ever seen and without question elevated our meal from our 10/10 to an 11/10. Thank you so much for making our Honeymoon so so special, and anyone would be so lucky to have him serve them!

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Katy KrechGoogle Maps

Recently

Gabe was the best server ever! He was so kind, attentive, and gave us amazing advice on what to order. He truly went above and beyond to make our experience special. We were celebrating my husband’s birthday, and he made it such a memorable night. Perfect place for special occasions — we’ll definitely be back!

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Del RicksGoogle Maps

Recently

Been here a few times and always love it. Today was my wife’s birthday. Had lunch. Gabe took fantastic care of us. Had one prix fixe menus and one ala carte. Food was all great, and as mentioned, Gabe is enjoyable and works to make sure you have a great experience.

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Lyudmila ZinchukGoogle Maps

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Gabe was our waiter and he did an excellent job! Our dinner reservation was at 8:30, and we were seated right away with no wait. Gabe consistently checked in on us and made sure everything was perfect. We were celebrating our babymoon, and he surprised us with dessert on the house , such a thoughtful touch! The food was delicious and came out quickly. The atmosphere was beautiful, with jazz music playing in the background, which made the whole experience even better. Overall, a 100% great experience. We would absolutely come back again! 💯✨

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Samuel LamGoogle Maps

Recently

Amazing! We came in close to kitchen closing and managed to get a table. A great server and his recommendation was great. We started off with a sparkling wine to go along with the appetisers. The seared foir gras is a must!!!! I think the Uni pasta won our taste buds and the king salmon was delicious. Ambience and atmosphere was nice and classy. Service was prompt and well versed with the wine selection and food recommendations.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Taormina Sicilian Cuisine

Common questions from diners about Taormina Sicilian Cuisine in Honolulu.

The specialty dish is Uni Pasta (Sea Urchin).

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