Smith & Kings
Chinatown, Honolulu
Restaurant in Honolulu, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Smith & Kings is a practical Chinatown pick for a casual Honolulu night when flexibility matters more than a chef-led or award-driven dining plan. Choose it for downtown energy and an easier group option; cross-shop O'Kims, Maguro Brothers Hawaii Chinatown, Livestock Tavern, or Lucky Belly if the food brief needs to be more specific.
About Smith & Kings
Smith & Kings is a Honolulu venue with casual dress and a weekly schedule that includes late hours on Friday and Saturday. It is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 11 AM to 10 PM; Friday from 11 AM to 2 AM; Saturday from 9 AM to 2 AM; Sunday from 9 AM to 10 PM; and closed Tuesday.
Because no specific cuisine, chef, menu format, awards history, price point, seating setup, or drinks program is listed, the safest way to plan around Smith & Kings is to treat it as a Honolulu option defined by hours and casual dress rather than by a confirmed specialty.
Choose it for hours and a casual dress code
Smith & Kings is most useful to compare by schedule. Its Friday and Saturday closing time of 2 AM gives it a later window than many standard plans, while Sunday and Saturday also begin at 9 AM. Tuesday is the one day to avoid, because the venue is closed.
If you are deciding among other dining options, compare the basics with Livestock Tavern, Lucky Belly, Maguro Brothers Hawaii Chinatown, Mama Guava, or O'Kims according to the kind of visit you want and the current details each venue publishes. For Smith & Kings specifically, rely on the hours above and check current official information before going.
Where it fits in a Honolulu plan
Smith & Kings fits into a Honolulu plan when its casual dress code and operating hours match the timing of the day. For broader planning, use Our full Honolulu restaurants guide alongside the current details available directly from the venue.
For a wider Honolulu itinerary, keep the venue choice separate from hotels, experiences, other trip-planning decisions. The information for Smith & Kings is limited, so avoid building the plan around claims such as a specific cuisine, signature dishes, seating format, or awards record.
Planning details
- Location
- 69 N King St, Honolulu, HI 96817
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- thesmithandkings.com
- Phone
- +18087445772
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Smith & Kings anchors a stretch of North King Street where old commerce and new culinary ambition overlap. The restaurant sits amid legacy grocery stalls, late-night noodle counters and a growing peer set of independent restaurants and concept-driven bars, and it reads as a neighbourhood-first operation rather than a tourist outpost. That layering gives the place a rooted, approachable personality: bar-oriented and convivial, with the kind of purposeful informality that suits regulars and visitors seeking a more locally driven experience. The surrounding streetscape — part historic market, part modern dining corridor — shapes the restaurant’s grounded, energetic character.
Best For
Smith & Kings works well for casual hangouts, after-work gatherings and weekend brunches, positioning itself as a local option away from Waikiki’s hotel scene. Its Chinatown location and menu of bold, shareable offerings make it a natural stop for friends meeting up after work or groups looking for a lively neighbourhood meal. Because it sits within a dense block of bars and independents, the restaurant also fits into broader evening outings in the district. The overall tone is unpretentious and community-minded, so visits feel relaxed and intentionally local rather than formal or destination-driven.
Ordering Tips
When dining at Smith & Kings, plan to share a mix of standout items so everyone gets a taste. Start with the Lobster Deviled Eggs as a lighter, flavorful opener, then move to the Foie Gras Burger as a signature main if you want a focused entrée. The Poutine functions as a hearty side or snack to pass around and pairs well with richer plates. For groups, combine one or two small-share dishes with a single larger order so the table samples textures and flavors across the menu. If you prefer a single-course meal, the Foie Gras Burger is a solid choice.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cool, laid-back space with moderate noise, high stools, and TVs often playing casual content like Bob Ross.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Foie Gras Burger
- Lobster Deviled Eggs
- Poutine
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
Choose O'Kims if the priority is a more food-led Chinatown dinner. Choose Maguro Brothers Hawaii Chinatown if the group wants a focused seafood stop instead of a broader casual venue.
Restaurant context
How Smith & Kings compares in Honolulu
Smith & Kings is the easier, more flexible call if the group wants Chinatown energy without building the night around a tightly defined menu. O'Kims is the better pick when the meal needs to feel more intentional, while Maguro Brothers Hawaii Chinatown makes more sense for a focused seafood stop.
For a more restaurant-led evening, compare it with Livestock Tavern and Lucky Belly. Those are stronger cross-shops when ambiance and menu identity matter more than flexibility. Smith & Kings wins on ease and casual utility, not on a documented awards signal or a named chef format.
Mama Guava is another Honolulu alternative if the group wants to stay in a casual lane but compare neighborhood fit before choosing. The decision is simple: pick Smith & Kings for a looser downtown plan; pick one of the peers when the food category is the main reason for the booking.
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Compare Smith & Kings
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Smith & Kings | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Mama Guava | Honolulu | No published awards |
| O'Kims | Honolulu | No published awards |
| Maguro Brothers Hawaii Chinatown | Urban Honolulu | No published awards |
| Livestock Tavern | Urban Honolulu | No published awards |
| Lucky Belly | Urban Honolulu | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Smith & Kings?
Plan around the published hours: Smith & Kings is closed Tuesday, open until 10 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, open until 2 AM on Friday and Saturday.
Can I eat at the bar at Smith & Kings?
What should I order at Smith & Kings?
What is Smith & Kings known for?
Smith & Kings is a Honolulu venue with casual dress and operating hours that include late Friday and Saturday hours.
