Cino
Ala Moana, Honolulu
Restaurant in Honolulu, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Cino is a dinner-only Honolulu option that makes the most sense for a planned evening in Kakaʻako rather than a quick, category-specific craving. Book it when ambiance and timing matter; cross-shop more focused peers if the group wants Korean grill, tonkatsu, Vietnamese, robata, or tacos.
About Cino
Cino is a Honolulu dinner option with evening hours every day of the week. Hours are 5–9 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, 5–10 PM Friday and Saturday. The dress code is smart casual.
Plan around Cino as a dinner choice, confirm current details directly before you go. For menu specifics, pricing, chef details, awards, seating, or beverage-program details, check directly with the venue.
Use this for a planned Honolulu dinner, not a quick category craving
Cino works as a Honolulu dinner plan when the timing and smart-casual setting fit the evening. If the group is choosing by a specific craving or format, compare it with other named options first rather than assuming Cino will match that need.
The practical recommendation: use the hours and dress code as the planning anchors. Without pricing or menu specifics, Cino should not be treated as a guaranteed value play, a guaranteed splurge, or a match for a particular cuisine.
Who should choose it over other options
Choose Cino when the priority is a Honolulu dinner during its evening hours. If the group is deciding among other dining options, compare Cino with An Di Dzo, Onkee Korean Grill House, Robata JINYA - Honolulu, Tonkatsu Kuro, or Wahoo's Fish Taco based on the current details each venue provides.
The main caution is expectation-setting. If awards, chef details, seating, menu format, or price tier matter to your decision, check current venue information directly. The case for choosing Cino should come from the dinner hours, the smart-casual dress code, the fit for the group after checking current venue information directly.
Planning details
- Location
- 987 Queen St suite 100, Honolulu, HI 96814
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- cinohawaii.com
- Phone
- +18088883008
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cino presents itself as a neighborhood fine-dining proposition that reads polished and contemporary. Sitting on Queen Street at the edge of Kaka'ako, the restaurant leans into a chef-driven, modern-urban identity rather than resort-facing hospitality. The writing on the menu—how dishes are sequenced and sourced—signals a sophisticated, elegant approach that appeals to local diners and serious food enthusiasts. The setting and culinary intent position Cino as a trendy yet refined stop for people who want polished technique and considered plates in an urbane, design-conscious pocket of Honolulu.
Best For
Cino is best experienced in the evening, making it a natural choice for dinner-focused occasions such as date nights and special celebrations. Its placement in Kaka'ako and emphasis on menu architecture attract guests who are intentionally dining out—locals who prioritize technique, ingredient clarity and composed protein-driven mains. The restaurant reads like a thoughtful place for a memorable night out rather than casual, quick meals, so it suits couples and small groups celebrating something or anyone looking for a composed, full evening of attentive service and substantive food.
Ordering Tips
Approach the menu with the restaurant’s stated architecture in mind: think in terms of how the kitchen sequences richness and restraint. Start by asking your server about the card’s structure and recommended flow, then order a representative protein to understand the kitchen’s point of view—examples include the Dry-Aged Ribeye and Osso Bucco—or a composed preparation like the Italian Sausage Involtini. These signature items illustrate the restaurant’s balance of technique and island sourcing; choose one as a centerpiece and pair it with vegetable-driven or bright starter plates to experience the intended contrasts.
Venue details
Ambiance
Maximalist Art Deco interiors with saturated colors, plush florals, animal prints, and geometric shapes creating a complex, transportive visual feast.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Dry-Aged Ribeye
- Osso Bucco
- Italian Sausage Involtini
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if Cino is not the right fit
If the group wants a more specific dinner format, start with Robata JINYA - Honolulu for robata or Onkee Korean Grill House for Korean grill. If the goal is a quicker, clearer value choice, Wahoo's Fish Taco is the easier fallback.
Restaurant context
How Cino compares in Honolulu
Cino is the more flexible dinner choice if the group wants a planned night out without locking into one narrow format. Onkee Korean Grill House is the better call for Korean grill specifically, while Tonkatsu Kuro is stronger when everyone wants a focused tonkatsu meal rather than a broader dinner setting.
For diners prioritizing value and a clear cuisine lane, An Di Dzo and Wahoo's Fish Taco are easier decisions because the category expectation is clearer before booking. Cino is the better fit when the night is more about a seated evening in Honolulu than a specific dish format.
Robata JINYA - Honolulu is the closest cross-shop for diners who want grill energy and a Japanese-leaning format. If booking difficulty matters, Cino reads as low-friction compared with venues that require more planning, but groups should still reserve for prime dinner windows.
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Compare Cino
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cino | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Onkee Korean Grill House | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Tonkatsu Kuro | Honolulu | No published awards |
| An Di Dzo | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Robata JINYA - Honolulu | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Wahoo's Fish Taco | Urban Honolulu | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I plan for Cino?
Use the dinner hours as the starting point: 5–9 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, 5–10 PM Friday and Saturday. For the latest availability or reservation details, check directly with the venue before you go.
Does Cino handle dietary restrictions?
Can Cino accommodate groups?
If you are planning for more than a few people, ask Cino directly and compare current details with other options such as Robata JINYA - Honolulu or Onkee Korean Grill House.
Is Cino good for a special occasion?
Cino can be considered for a dinner-focused plan in Honolulu if the evening hours and smart-casual dress code fit the occasion. Confirm current details directly if the occasion depends on menu, seating, or service specifics.
What are alternatives to compare with Cino?
Other named options to compare include Onkee Korean Grill House, Tonkatsu Kuro, An Di Dzo, Robata JINYA - Honolulu, Wahoo's Fish Taco. Cino makes sense to consider when you want a Honolulu dinner during its evening hours.
Is lunch or dinner better at Cino?
Dinner is the clearest fit, because Cino lists evening hours only: 5–9 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, 5–10 PM Friday and Saturday. No lunch hours are listed.
Is Cino good for solo dining?
If you are planning to go alone, use the evening hours and smart-casual dress code as a guide, check directly with the venue for current seating or availability details.
