Giovedi, helmed by Chef Bao Tran, offers a seamless fusion of Italian culinary technique and pan-Asian flavors. The lively atmosphere of our dining room inside infuses energy into every meal, while the charming patio offers a tranquil escape in the heart of Chinatown, Honolulu. Indulge in our Prosciutto San Daniele, featuring sliced prosciutto paired with a sesame donut—a playful nod to both gnocco fritto and bánh tiêu—served with giardiniera pickles. This creative fusion showcases how our cuisine harmoniously combines familiar flavors, blending tradition with originality. At Giovedi, we provide more than just a meal—it’s an experience. With a welcoming ambiance, thoughtful service, and creative cocktails, we ensure every guest feels like part of our Thursday night dinners in our home that inspired it all.
Additional information
Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Asian, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
nanatsuboshi white & venere black rice, cilantro pesto, pine nut, pecorino romano
Mrs. Tran's Tiramisu$9.00
amaro nonino, mascarpone, espresso
Five-Spice Carrot Cake$14.00
cream cheese frosting, ginger gelato
What 85 people are saying
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Overall ratings and reviews
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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Hawaii
Innovative
Hawaii
Italian
Oahu
Innovative
Oahu
Italian
Review summary
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Giovedi offers a unique fusion of Asian and Italian cuisine, delivering "exceptional flavors" and "creative dishes." The ambiance is described as cozy and inviting, with "incredibly attentive" and knowledgeable staff. Highlights include the Char Siu Pork, Hokkaido Milk Rolls, and creative cocktails. Ideal for "date nights" or gatherings with friends, this restaurant is a "gem in Chinatown."
85 Reviews
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Carly VIP
Portland16 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Wonderful service and delicious interesting food. Definitely recommend the pasta dishes in particular. We loved the fusion flavors.
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Ashley
Hawaii5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
One of the best culinary experiences I have had in a long time! Everything we ordered disappeared almost instantly after it was set on our table. There is nothing on this menu that isn’t absolutely delicious! I 1000% recommend this place for any date night or friend outing!
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Janice
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
Absolutely delicious blend of flavors in both dishes we shared - pork and crab capellini. The server was very patient and explained ingredients and cooking method. Food took a bit long to arrive but well worth the wait!
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Ron
Hawaii8 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 17, 2025
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 4
Ambience 4
Best dishes were foie Gras torching and fritz misto
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Irwin
Hawaii4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
What came from a casual giovedi (Thursday) dinner birthed an Asian-influenced Italian restaurant. Refreshing flavors and the much appreciated kick in their spicier dishes. Worth adding this to my restaurant rotation.
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Chloe VIP
Hawaii14 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 13, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
The food was amazing with the most unique and interesting flavor combinations. Our party of 4 ordered 8 plates to share-some lighter plates and some entrees. The veal, char sui pork chop and mushroom donburi were excellent. The Frito misto is served with a lime aioli and is to die for. Cocktails were interesting and delicious and we saved a bit of space to share both desserts. Yum! Service was excellent- perfectly attentive, warm and friendly without being intrusive. Fast becoming a fave restaurant for us!
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on March 12, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great experience! Service and food were exceptional! Dishes were creative and perfectly prepared!
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jason
Hawaii8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Every thing about Giovedi is outstanding. The food is so delicious, amazing cocktails along with a great wine list!
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Michael
Seattle1 review
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Exceptional experience start to finish. Pedigreed chef and gm, and it shows
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Troy
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This was a great surprise. My partner picked this place on a whim and it was well worth it. we noticed that the owner was extremally active and on to it. My advice is come for the food, stay for the ambiance, and take your time.
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FAQs
Giovedi is rated 4.8 stars by 85 OpenTable diners.
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