Senia

The Freddy bourbon drink alone is worth the visit and everything is spot-on amazing. The staff are super nice, friendly, and helpful. Ingredients are local, fresh, and prepared stunningly. Overall, such fantastic balance between an incredible, fancy meal and yet also approachable and comfortable.

We had literally the best dinner here. If you like fine eating, make sure Senia is on your reservations list. We enjoyed an anniversary dinner thank you Senia for the sweet card upon seating!), so I admit we went a bit over the top. We were between selections, but after the first items of food and drink arrived, we decided to just order all of it. Course one was the Ahi Cigars, the Duck Liver mousse, and the Bone Marrow. All were absolutely lovely, though I can see why the cigars were of chatter! So flavorful and exciting. Everything was really quite amazing, though. Nothing was underwhelming at the least. Next up was the scallops and short rib. OMG! The scallops were of about the best pairing of ingredients I've ever had, and the short rib was tender and beautiful-- the perfect balance of acid and fat. Talk about rich without being overly cooked down and softened. Having done a couple drinks, all appetizers, AND entrees, we did skip dessert (even though we would have really liked to give that a go, also!). They looked fun and delicious and an extension of the balanced flavors and infusion of local ingredients consistent with all plates. The service was perfect and informative, the seating was fun, and the atmosphere was eclectic and cool. I would absolutely come back to try the rest of the selections!

Unfortunately we left feeling overall disappointed with the experience, which was a bummer because we were excited to try Senia and had booked the reservations well in advance for a special occasion. Pros: - no question that the visual presentation of the food here is stunning, creative and of a very high skill. - the cocktails are inventive and the one I had was fantastic, so whoever was on bar duty really knew what they were doing. Cons: - service felt rushed, and there was an air of the staff wanting to wrap up the night which did not create a great vibe.. we had an 8:30pm reservation at the chef’s counter, so maybe get an earlier res if possible, because they didn’t seem to want to be there (Including no one even saying bye to us as we walked out). - service also seemed to go downhill when they realized we weren’t ordering a ton of food. We had come from another event, so we ordered about 5-6 dishes and a cocktail, (no large dish with 30 min wait). A great restaurant should treat you the same no matter what you order or who you are, and this place had a bit of a stuffy feeling to it unfortunately. - flavor of most dishes left a lot to be desired. Don’t get me wrong most of the dishes were good, but they weren’t great, and for this price point, that’s a let down. Not a place we feel the need to come back to, but still a spot you might want to give a shot with an earlier reservation if you enjoy inventive and instagramable dishes.

Delicious brisket and ahi cigars; sit at the kitchen counter if you want to see them cook! Not a ton of dairy free options but the ones they have are tasty. Good for a special occasion.

Definitely worth a visit. Senia offers high quality service, food and beverage in a luxury atmosphere. We enjoyed house made pasta and several small plates with a couple of glasses of wine at the counter facing the kitchen. Fun to watch. The only reason the food is four stars is there were a couple of dishes that I would’ve preferred to have different textures: the gnocchi and the chocolate cake. Everything else was perfect.

Impeccable service and creative farm to table dining proximal to Waikiki. This was a truly wonderful dinner experience from start to finish. It’s a short Uber ride from Waikiki, we made a reservation for a Tuesday night. The restaurant is intimate with only 30-40 seats or so total, fabulous aesthetic with modern and deliberate finishes. We went to celebrate an anniversary and it was a special and thoughtful menu from start to finish. We ordered a la carte and all the servers were incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and drinks. I had a pineapple thyme cocktail which was an elevated take on a tropical drink. We started with the ulu fritters which were a great way to try breadfruit for the first time. The scallops and the bone marrow with Hawaiian rolls were also clear standouts. The dishes were all very fresh and creative, with excellent execution. Our servers were wonderful, we will definitely be back to try their tasting menu soon! It was far and away worth the price, we couldn’t believe how affordable the meal was. This is a “must visit” in my mind when visiting Honolulu! Impeccable from start to finish!

So good we decided to come back... Still exceptional... Sat at Chef's counter to enjoy watching the food prep. This time had tuna cigars, tarts, scallops, bone marrow with oxtail and brioche buns, tagliatelle with shrimp, agnolotti with black truffle, two desserts and plenty of craft cocktails. Left full, tipsy and happy. Again! Mahalo! 🤙🏼🍻🥂 Highly elevated, yet relaxing and fun dining experience with exceptional service focusing on local ingredients with elaborate and thoughtful presentation while still delivering soulful, balanced and decadent flavor profiles in every bite. We didn't have a reservation for the tasting menu, so we made our own. Highly recommend the following... Mushroom and cheese tarts, roasted bone marrow with homemade Hawaiian sweet rolls, scallops and duck three ways. The desserts were delicious also, as well as the cocktails. Mahalo and see you soon, Senia team! ☝🏼🙏🏼✌🏼🥂

I really wanted to like this place, the photos were amazing and the restaurant itself is very nice. We ordered the ahi cigars, kampachi, a pasta dish, and the scallops and found that while everything looked very pretty, it was mostly bland and lackluster in flavour. 5 stars to the wait staff, their wine recommendations were on point. Way overpriced though for the food, we spent $200+ for easily our least favourite meal in Hawaii. Also they DO NOT accommodate dietary restrictions

The Freddy bourbon drink alone is worth the visit and everything is spot-on amazing. The staff are super nice, friendly, and helpful. Ingredients are local, fresh, and prepared stunningly. Overall, such fantastic balance between an incredible, fancy meal and yet also approachable and comfortable.

We had literally the best dinner here. If you like fine eating, make sure Senia is on your reservations list. We enjoyed an anniversary dinner thank you Senia for the sweet card upon seating!), so I admit we went a bit over the top. We were between selections, but after the first items of food and drink arrived, we decided to just order all of it. Course one was the Ahi Cigars, the Duck Liver mousse, and the Bone Marrow. All were absolutely lovely, though I can see why the cigars were of chatter! So flavorful and exciting. Everything was really quite amazing, though. Nothing was underwhelming at the least. Next up was the scallops and short rib. OMG! The scallops were of about the best pairing of ingredients I've ever had, and the short rib was tender and beautiful-- the perfect balance of acid and fat. Talk about rich without being overly cooked down and softened. Having done a couple drinks, all appetizers, AND entrees, we did skip dessert (even though we would have really liked to give that a go, also!). They looked fun and delicious and an extension of the balanced flavors and infusion of local ingredients consistent with all plates. The service was perfect and informative, the seating was fun, and the atmosphere was eclectic and cool. I would absolutely come back to try the rest of the selections!

Unfortunately we left feeling overall disappointed with the experience, which was a bummer because we were excited to try Senia and had booked the reservations well in advance for a special occasion. Pros: - no question that the visual presentation of the food here is stunning, creative and of a very high skill. - the cocktails are inventive and the one I had was fantastic, so whoever was on bar duty really knew what they were doing. Cons: - service felt rushed, and there was an air of the staff wanting to wrap up the night which did not create a great vibe.. we had an 8:30pm reservation at the chef’s counter, so maybe get an earlier res if possible, because they didn’t seem to want to be there (Including no one even saying bye to us as we walked out). - service also seemed to go downhill when they realized we weren’t ordering a ton of food. We had come from another event, so we ordered about 5-6 dishes and a cocktail, (no large dish with 30 min wait). A great restaurant should treat you the same no matter what you order or who you are, and this place had a bit of a stuffy feeling to it unfortunately. - flavor of most dishes left a lot to be desired. Don’t get me wrong most of the dishes were good, but they weren’t great, and for this price point, that’s a let down. Not a place we feel the need to come back to, but still a spot you might want to give a shot with an earlier reservation if you enjoy inventive and instagramable dishes.

Delicious brisket and ahi cigars; sit at the kitchen counter if you want to see them cook! Not a ton of dairy free options but the ones they have are tasty. Good for a special occasion.

Definitely worth a visit. Senia offers high quality service, food and beverage in a luxury atmosphere. We enjoyed house made pasta and several small plates with a couple of glasses of wine at the counter facing the kitchen. Fun to watch. The only reason the food is four stars is there were a couple of dishes that I would’ve preferred to have different textures: the gnocchi and the chocolate cake. Everything else was perfect.

Impeccable service and creative farm to table dining proximal to Waikiki. This was a truly wonderful dinner experience from start to finish. It’s a short Uber ride from Waikiki, we made a reservation for a Tuesday night. The restaurant is intimate with only 30-40 seats or so total, fabulous aesthetic with modern and deliberate finishes. We went to celebrate an anniversary and it was a special and thoughtful menu from start to finish. We ordered a la carte and all the servers were incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and drinks. I had a pineapple thyme cocktail which was an elevated take on a tropical drink. We started with the ulu fritters which were a great way to try breadfruit for the first time. The scallops and the bone marrow with Hawaiian rolls were also clear standouts. The dishes were all very fresh and creative, with excellent execution. Our servers were wonderful, we will definitely be back to try their tasting menu soon! It was far and away worth the price, we couldn’t believe how affordable the meal was. This is a “must visit” in my mind when visiting Honolulu! Impeccable from start to finish!

So good we decided to come back... Still exceptional... Sat at Chef's counter to enjoy watching the food prep. This time had tuna cigars, tarts, scallops, bone marrow with oxtail and brioche buns, tagliatelle with shrimp, agnolotti with black truffle, two desserts and plenty of craft cocktails. Left full, tipsy and happy. Again! Mahalo! 🤙🏼🍻🥂 Highly elevated, yet relaxing and fun dining experience with exceptional service focusing on local ingredients with elaborate and thoughtful presentation while still delivering soulful, balanced and decadent flavor profiles in every bite. We didn't have a reservation for the tasting menu, so we made our own. Highly recommend the following... Mushroom and cheese tarts, roasted bone marrow with homemade Hawaiian sweet rolls, scallops and duck three ways. The desserts were delicious also, as well as the cocktails. Mahalo and see you soon, Senia team! ☝🏼🙏🏼✌🏼🥂

I really wanted to like this place, the photos were amazing and the restaurant itself is very nice. We ordered the ahi cigars, kampachi, a pasta dish, and the scallops and found that while everything looked very pretty, it was mostly bland and lackluster in flavour. 5 stars to the wait staff, their wine recommendations were on point. Way overpriced though for the food, we spent $200+ for easily our least favourite meal in Hawaii. Also they DO NOT accommodate dietary restrictions

Book a table on Saturday at 6:30pm but called and able to push to 7:15pm due to the Christmas lighting parade. Hostess showed us the table. There is a HB card with a team signature. Nice first impression. Tôm served us with a clear instruction of the drink and food menu. Ice cold water served readily. Since we are on the light side, we decided to go with the small plates menu. Too bad, the signature cigar dish could not be served due to the mis delivery of the crepe but chef try to replace with his own fantasy replacement. Else we enjoyed the Kona Kampachi, I would prefer the marlin. Roasted bone marrow. The Hawaiian sweet rolls are really good. Sea scallops are nicely grilled with crunchy kale. Tagliatelle green onion is very fresh with nice texture. Kauai shrimp is not that special. Every dish is very well presented and personally served with descriptions one by one. Team keep track and clearing and changing utensils as needed. We also ordered the 007 and mango/nlood orange Senia spritzer. Nothing special but very well presented. All in one, very pleasant fine dining experience. Good job Obama team

Very disappointed. Food was mediocre tasting but presentation was good. Please see my pics for what I ate. Open kitchen is not such a good idea because you can see all the students cooking, literally they looked like students. Very over priced for the taste because our meal came out to $1,200 including tip. Probably will not go back.

My group was real excited to come here and while I think the food was good, it fell a little flat from our expectations. We had a reservation for a Thursday night so we were seated quickly but there also didn't seem to be a wait. We ordered the falafel fries, duck liver parfait, farmers market salad, sea scallops, gnocchi, wagyu short rib, and crushed fingerling potatoes. Our favorites ended up being the duck liver parfait and the scallops. The gnocchi seemed a bit overcooked and broke apart easily with our fork, the farmers market salad was just standard, and the wagyu short rib was probably not worth the price point. We did have a good time though. The interior is dim and food came out dish after dish so our group had a chance to catch up with each other. I think this would be a cute place to do date night!

Just a quick update since I came here with a friend a month or so ago and had a few dishes that I haven't had before... One was the Maui Venison Tartare and the other was the Duck Liver Parfait...loved both of them. For the large plate we got the Duck Confit, loved this one, too. The Venison had indian curry flavors along with pickled mango and some chopped roasted macadamia nuts, very tasty. The Duck Liver was super smooth and came on a cigar of grilled bread and topped with some sweet blackberry reduction...also super tasty. The Duck Confit was a half duck, foie gras, and a plum and sumac chutney...wonderful. Along with these we ordered some of my go-tos like the Roasted Bone Marrow and Ahi Cigars and the my favorite cocktail the Freddie. Still my favorite restaurant on the island and hopefully one day will get to try the tasting menu on the counter.

The world food tour duo made a return visit to Senia, where chef Anthony Rush showcases his take on regional American cuisine. The restaurant hasn't changed since our last visit; it remains an intimate space with a bar to your right as you enter, tables to the left, all leading to the open kitchen and the Chef's Counter for diners wishing an intimate experience with the chef and his kitchen. I perused their extensive wine book and selected a 2020 Domaine Méo-Camuzet, Vosne-Romanée, as it was priced well ($335). A rich, redolent wine, full of red fruit ... earthy, floral and spicy in the best way, an excellent start. We ordered the Duck Liver Parfait ($12), Maui Nui Venison Tartare ($34), and Roasted Bone Marrow ($34) as our starters. The liver mousse was piped onto pieces of grilled bread, with dollops of blackberry jam and stems of parsley atop. It was rich and creamy; almost like a luxurious version of peanut butter and jelly on toast. The venison tartare came with naan bread and was surrounded by toasted macadamia nuts. The venison was mixed with curry and covered with some kind of jellied skin and decorated with leaves of herbs and edible flowers. The curry flavoring almost overpowered the delicate venison ... It was delicious, but I wanted the gaminess of the venison to play a more prominent role. The bone marrow came with four pieces of sliced Hawaiian sweet rolls, three salts, a dish of piccalilli, and a dish of oxtail marmalade. The marrow wasn't split along the bone like others we've had; it was sitting in an unroasted(?) bone acting as a holder for the marrow. The piccalilli (relish of chopped vegetables and mustard) and the sweetish oxtail marmalade were very strong flavors, and if one used either of them in excess, they would overpower the delicate marrow. Everything was delicious but I wanted the marrow to play a more prominent role. We chose the Maple Leaf Farms Confit Duck ($110) and the Braised Okra ($12) as our shared entrée. The duck was so tender and delicious and whitish in coloration; it almost didn't seem like duck. Sitting in a saffron jus, it was topped with a piece of foie gras, plum and sumac chutney and micro greens. This is a fabulous dish, and we were so full of the appetizers, we ended up taking half of it home. The braised okra was interesting. More baked than braised, whole pieces of okra was in a San Marzano tomato sauce with gremolata and oregano ... Almost like a gratin. I liked it; my food partner did not. We ended our meal by sharing a Yuzu Tart ($18) and a cup of Guatemalan coffee ($5) for me. The tart came with a quenelle of ice cream (flavor unknown ... I can't eat ice cream). The tart was rich and reminded me of key lime pie. We enjoyed our meal and time at Senia. We're happy to see it remain one of the successes in downtown Honolulu. It doesn't hurt that it's a block from my office as parking can be an issue.

Senia, or 'xenia', revolves around the ideology of hospitality where all are treated with the same regard - they offer both a tasting menu and an a la carte, in which we opted for the latter. We started off with: +Mushroom & Cheese Tarts - with king trumpet mushrooms, guryere, and porchini +Smoked Ahi 'Cigars' - prepared with brick pastry, yuzu kosho aioli, and chives; had a nice crispy, crunchy exterior +Duck Liver Parfait - with grilled bread, apples, and blackberries +a 'Farmers Markets' Salad - with seasonal veggies and dressed in an orange & lime vinaigrette For our mains, we ordered: +the Agnolotti - with kabocha, sage, brown butter, and hazelnuts; more on the sweeter end +the Gnocchi - with Parm, truffle, and smoked trout roe; this was bland +a Triple-Smoked Salmon - served with lemon and chive waffles and a maple butter glaze +an Australian Wagyu Short Rib - with pickled red cabbage, fennel, and chimichurri +Crushed Fingerling Potatoes - with pickled chilis, mustard seeds, and shallots +and, the Roasted Golden Beets - with red pepper, feta, and nicoise olive The restaurant itself is aesthetically-pleasing, especially the champagne grape-like chandeliers that I was totally obsessed with! Service was friendly, and reservations are highly recommended. +friendly service +reservations highly recommended

This was a nice change in scenery from all the food trucks/local mom n pop restaurants we went to on our honeymoon. I wouldn't consider the interior small as they have high ceilings and a private dining room. Our server, Alex, was great and helped us go over both the food and drink menu. We got the scallops, gnocchi, and wagyu short rib. The first two were incredible. Scallops were cooked perfectly and the gnocchi was pillowy soft. We were a bit disappointed with the wagyu as it was very underseasoned but we still enjoyed it considering it's just a very nice cut of meat. Overall, if you're looking for a place to have an intimate and refined dinner date, I would highly recommend!

Senia has again established its high consistent quality as my must-go restaurant in hawaii. We came here again after our first visit two years ago and wowed by every dish we have. The cocktails are one of the best I ever had, and the special one, chocolate strawberry negroni, is very well balanced with sweetness and bitterness. The salmon entree is still so tasty and soft with homemade waffle and jams and cucumbers. I would definitely go for the salmon without second thoughts. I really really love this place. Will definitely come back and taste the chef menu!!!!

Michelin 1-star quality food for the tasting menu I. Amazing staff. Slight pacing issues. -food: the chef and his team dreamt up a creative and delicious menu. Highlights include an amazing caviar course over crispy bone marrow infused bites and a cold, sweet semifreddo (contrasts all around amazing), a play on a sushi meets British fish and chips, elegant and balanced foie dish, slightly sweet pasta dish, and wonderful dessert. Only miss for me was the squab. Come hungry as it's a lot of food! The chef's pedigree from prior restaurant is evident (small little things like Keller green tape in the kitchen too!). -the service: the entire team was fun and engaged. They hit the right level of contact and interaction perfectly. The chef was engaged throughout. The somms were attentive and knew their stuff. Everyone was great. -pacing: to each their own, but for me pacing was a bit slow. They have 1 seating at the chefs table and lock everyone's service together. This creates the situation where slow diners who aren't conscientious of other diner's pacing can delay the whole meal quite a bit. The staff tried to subtly move things along, but it was largely out of their control. While perhaps difficult for a kitchen that also has an Ala carte menu, the better approach would have been to pace individual groups. All in all, a top 2 experience anywhere in the island so far! Will definitely come back and try the menu again when it evolves.

I was very excited to visit Senia as I've heard a lot of good things online. They offered a tasting menu experience as well, but we ended up just ordering from their a la carte menu. To be honest, I had some mixed feelings about this dinner in the end. The restaurant was modernly designed, and the atmosphere was great. The service was decent, and some of dishes were tasty (Pic 1: Smoked Ahi 'Cigar', Pic 2: Roasted Bone Marrow). However, I was also disappointed by a couple of things. After placing our order, the server told us that their portion was small, and it would take an hour+ for our entree "Duck three ways" to be ready. So we should order one or two more plates to share, even though we already ordered one snack, two plates, and one side, and a large share plate. So we trusted his advice but it ended up being too much food. They also didn't really pace out the plates well, so we still waited for the duck anyways.... Overall everything felt a little expensive for its portion and the taste. They charge $130 for the main course duck, but it was a very disappointing dish. The duck was a bit overcooked and dry. Crispy leg confit was quite oily... I don't know if it's because our res is the last time spot before their closing, but the quality and experience were definitely not what I expected.

Came here for our anniversary! Always heard good things about Senia and honestly it wasn't bad! We definitely indulged way too much for this meal, but it was worth it! Short summary, honestly I would just suggest these 4 thing for anyone coming here. Which are the: 1. Ahi Cigar 2. Bone Morrow 3. The Ulu Ravioli 4. Seared Scallops These 4 items were the best compared to everything else we got and it was pretty filling! Although, we would of got another round of Ahi Cigars (which were amazing). The Hamachi and Duck Three ways was honestly mediocre and I wouldn't really suggest those dishes to anyone. Overall, Staff was friendly, food came out at a nice pace, and it was good! I would love to come back to try their tasting menu rather than just the regular menu!

What we ordered | Ahi Cigars | Cornbread Madelines | Sea Scallops | Gnocchi + Truffle | Roasted Bone Marrow | Braised Beef Cheeks | Duck 3 Ways | Brussel Sprouts | Maitake Mushrooms | 007 cocktail Taste | my favorites were: ahi cigars, truffle gnocchi, duck three ways, cornbread madeline and the sea scallops. flavors were great for all these dishes. presentation was on point as well. their bigger dishes that are for 2-4 people took about 30-60 min, but the way the dishes came out was very spread out and we were very full at the end of the meal without dessert. madelines | buttery and flavorful came with a brown butter honey to glaze the madeline ahi cigars | lots of flavor, nice crunch and the sauce to dip was delicious scallops | nice sear and pumpkin puree was yummy with it (they gave us another scallop as it comes with 5 but our table was a party of 6 - an additional $8 for the extra scallop) Gnocchi - melted in hyour moth, truffle sauce was good and the truffle shavings portion was a lot (this was +$35 on top of the gnocchi dish) duck - the slices of duck had a nice crisp and great flavor beef - very tender, nice glaze sauce, cauliflower had a mash potato texture to it which I liked with the beef 007 cocktail tasted like the description, very floral but good. Service | Troy was great. walked through the menu which was family style and gave his recommendations on food/drinks. servers were attentive on refilling our water and replacing our dishes and utensils as well. Parking | street Notes | made reservations a few months in advance for 10 people. We had two tables as we couldn't fit in one table but our tables were adjacent to each other. appreciate the staff to acommadate and even add one more person to our party.

My husband and I dined here for our 10 year anniversary while in Hawaii. Located within Chinatown, there's lots of street parking available. Since they are only open in the evenings, parking is easy to find because Chinatown is closed by then. There's no sign outside, but it wasn't hard to find. Upon entering, we were greeted by the host and they also greeted us a 'Happy Anniversary' since I mentioned it on our reservation. The menu is super simple and not overwhelming. We split a bottle of wine and had a cocktail each. The cocktails were beautifully crafted and the somm recommended a really nice bottle that we enjoyed within our price range. Food was spectacular and really thought out. The price is very affordable and I loved everything that we ordered! We even saw a few families that had littles, so I would say it's a family friendly restaurant. Would definitely return here again when we're visiting.

Senia is the epitome of innovative fine dining and fresh farm to table. It's been one of my favorite restaurants on Oahu since it opened its doors in late 2016. Chef Anthony Rush and his team do a stellar job of creating deliciously vibrant and flavorful dishes while providing exceptional hospitality in a chic and beautifully designed space. Their private dining room upstairs is perfect for any celebration.

Backdated review! December 7, 2022 Did a walk-in and they surprisingly could squeeze us in on a Friday night! Only caveat was that we could only do a la carte, so take this review with a grain of salt as we did not get the 'full' Senia experience (our fault for not making reservations). Service was amazing. Our server went above and beyond to explain every dish that they loved and made excellent recommendations. Good Bone Marrow - Was good, exactly what you'd think it'd taste like. Very decadent. Ahi Cigars - Loved the presentation Not so good Egg Tarts - no comment, just wasn't my cup of tea Pumpkin & Burrata - The pine nuts helped, but I dont know maybe it's just personal preference that I didn't enjoy this dish as much as I'd thought I'll be back soon and hopefully will be able to try the prix fixe courses for a more accurate review!

Still my favorite restaurant on the island! They renovated the indoor decor and it's beautiful! Loved all the current dishes from the spinach cavatelli, the sea scallops, Yuzu ice cream dessert, and of course the ahi cigars are always my favorite. Excellent service that was super prompt and attentive.

THE BEST tasting menu I've been to. Taking elements of local Hawaiian cuisine with lots of creativity through the combination of both classic and non traditional flavors Service was beyond amazing. With one bar seating that could host 4-5 parties, it's an incredibly intimate experience with a full view of the kitchen. The restaurant also has booth seating meant for dishes that can be shared. The interior was also stunning -spicy tuna taco with avocado and finger limes - Senia reserve caviar over white chocolate and ricotta reduction -Kona kampachi with lingonberry, pine, and fiddlehead fern - foie gras Torchon with lychee and lilikoi, Hawaiian sweet rolls to pair -tomato salad over buttermilk & oregano pan a cotta -hamachi with kohlrabi, cucumber and daikon -beef ribeye with crispy sunchoke and pickled ramps -Gruyère tart with red onion and moringa -the island: pandan chiffon, mango sorbet, lilikoi 'dirt' hibiscus and lime -The Septagon Price: $225 per guest Overall: 9.5/10

Senia, tucked away in Chinatown, is a hidden gem that's easy to miss but worth discovering. The small space inside exudes coziness and warmth, creating an intimate dining atmosphere. During our visit with a party of four, we were seated in a booth. While the booth was comfortable, it felt a bit cramped due to its U-shaped design, which made maneuvering a tad challenging for those in the corners. The wine list at Senia is extensive, and we ordered a delightful Burgundy to accompany our meal. Now, onto the food, which was a culinary journey: 1. Smoked Ahi Cigars - Absolutely delicious, a true star of the meal. 2. English Pea Tarts - Bursting with great flavors and remarkable freshness. 3. Cornbread Madeleines - So good that we had to order them twice, a delightful treat. 4. Bocconcino Burrata and Melon Salad - Another winner, bursting with flavor. 5. Roasted Bone Marrow - Unforgettable and still the stuff of dreams. 6. Spinach Cavatelli - Perfectly al dente pasta with a tasty lamb ragu. 7. Charred Snap Peas - A delightful side with a super crunchy texture. 8. Ulu Ravioli à la Barigoule - While it was just okay and not a big hit with us, the other dishes more than made up for it. 9. Japanese Eggplant - Fried to crunchy perfection, paired with a flavorful papaya salad. The desserts (apologies for not recalling the names) were to die for, providing a sweet conclusion to an amazing meal. The experience was elevated by the super attentive staff, although we wished the booths were a bit more spacious. Overall, Senia is a culinary delight that deserves a visit for its exceptional dishes and inviting ambiance.

Higher end restaurant. Bone marrow was unique. Scallops were solid. Croquettes were crispily fried. Favorite was the ahi cigars. Mushrooms were a good side but it's harder to share as a group of two since the dish is larger than expected. Service is impeccable. I asked for hot water since the restaurant was really cold, and this was the first time in many upscale restaurant experiences that my hot water was refilled without me asking. Try to get a reservation ahead of time, even if it's later. We had an 830 for 2 and was able to go in at 745 since they called us when the previous table finished early. Downtown parking may require some circling if you want to park on the street due to all the one ways.

We had been wanting to visit Senia for a while! We finally made a reservation and made it there! We were first to get there, at first I wasn't sure we were at the right place, wondered if they moved since the blinds were down and it seems very unassuming! We had to keep telling the Pig & The Lady customers they could go around us... they all seemed puzzled by what we were waiting for! Then Senia opens! They seem to purposefully stagger when folks arrive so they can give you the experience that they aim for. Me and my wife were blown away! They food, the drinks, the service were all amazing!! We just had our 25th anniversary in Paris and we visited some nice restaurants (including the Michelin Star Jules Verne IN the Eiffel Tower!) so we have a high bar for exceptional... and Senia was exceptional! We were truly blown away! Highly recommended!!!!!

We decided to skip the tasting menu this time, but our waiter guided us perfectly with recommendations. We ended up ordering two snacks, two plates, and a side, all served as shareable dishes. Each bite was a delight, with flavors that were palate pleasing, and the presentation was creative and visually stunning. While it's not a budget-friendly option, every dollar spent is well worth it for the experience.

Creative, Inspired design. Eat with all your senses. Great service, with insightful suggestions and explanations of dishes. Bravo

Stopped in before a reservation next door to grab a glass of wine. They were able to accommodate us at the bar. One of the coolest bars I've sat at, getting to be inside the open kitchen was so rad! Alexa was helpful with picking out wine. We were so impressed with the whole place we decided to stop back after dinner next door to have dessert. Alexa helped us again and we tried the miso caramel dessert as well as the bavarois. Both were so good! Unique flavors and beautiful presentation. Michael, the sommelier,came over and gave us alittle port to go with the miso caramel dessert and thanked us for coming back to get dessert. The level of service and attention to detail as well as just overall hospitality was amazing. I will be back to have dinner next time I am in Honolulu!

Great service, great food... a true dining experience! The outside atmosphere of Chinatown is a bit sketchy, but as soon as you step inside Senia, it's amazing!

Senia is one of the best meals I had during my visit to Oahu. Actually, Senia is one of the best meals I've had in my life period. From start to finish, the meal and service was extraordinary. If you're able to, I would highly recommend coming with a large group so you're able to try out most of the menu -- both on the food side and cocktails. Between the five in my party, we ordered the following dishes: ahi cigars (three are included in an order so we needed to add two more for $7 each so everyone could have their own), roasted bone marrow, agnolotti, farmers' market salad, duck three ways, and their triple smoked salmon. The ahi cigars were unanimously everyone's favorite bite of the entire trip. The crisp wafer of the cigar contrasted so well with the bite of the fresh tuna inside. The smokey reveal of the cigars is a show in itself -- so get your cameras ready, but the smoke really brings another level of depth to the dish. The roasted bone marrow dish is beautifully presented on a giant wooden board. Included are warm, fluffy milk-bread buns with which you'll need to assemble your mini sandwich of marrow, caramelized onions, pickles and a sprinkle of one or more of their special salts. Absolutely decadent! It's easy to get overwhelmed by something as rich as bone marrow, but the balance provided by all the accompaniments were perfect. This was probably my second favorite bite of the meal. Moving on to the large plates, the duck and salmon are certainly not cheap, coming in at $130 and $88 respectively. Of the two, everyone in the group enjoyed the taste of the duck more, but the presentation of the salmon more -- where there was a showy reveal with a glass dome filled with smoke. If you are only able to order one, I would definitely recommend the duck. It is such a creative and delicious dish. Drink-wise, we had gotten the Freddie, Ifs and Buts, Royal Tea, The 007, and Von Schweetz. As somebody who really enjoys spirit forward cocktails, the Freddie was just what I wanted. If you're looking for a photogenic cocktail, the 007 is what you'll want to get, topped with a green London Jack. For dessert, we ended up ordering three out of the five available options: the yuzu parfait, vanilla poached pear tart, and some sort of coffee cake dessert. At around $17 for each sweet treat, a few to share is more than enough for everyone to round off the end of their meal. Overall, I can't recommend Senia enough if you're looking to splurge on a really nice meal in Oahu. I would definitely stop by again in the future.

Wow..... amazing flavours and exceptional service! Great concept here, sharing plates that allow you to try a variety of dishes, each one better than the one before. The smoked salmon was the best we've ever had. I won't spoil it, but the presentation is unique and creative. Gnocchi was also a standout, hard to narrow down my choices as everything was fantastic. Service was top notch, decor feels very New York, banquets are great for comfort and privacy. They have a few signature cocktail's and a modest wine selection. Reservation is a must, booked well in advance. Don't be intimidated by the menu, you will love the food.

It's been a hot minute since we were last at Senia. The last time we were here was before they renovated. The new digs are gorgeous - feels like a whole new world, far away from the downtown hustle and bustle. Dane brought me here for my birthday. And what a nice way to celebrate my turning 41. The food and drinks here have always been excellent and the service top tier. It was great to see a familiar face, Michael Winterbottom, in the mix - we had a great time hearing about the origins of the French 75 in addition to a bump of caviar with chartreuse . All in all a great time. Can't wait to come back again. And maybe, not be as bougie. The food was outstanding as always - refined, thoughtful, and expertly prepared.

So, I'll preface it by saying food was good, but most of us (not me) left hungry for more, literally. We celebrated a friends birthday and I wanted somewhere a little more classy and somewhere we haven't gone before and found Senia on Resy. Food and service was good for the most part; certain dishes were extremely salty which was such a let down. Get the mushroom tarts, but this was one of those salty dishes. The gruyere and the mushrooms were so complimentary with the very light and crispy pastry. OOH and you MUST get the cornbread madeleines - I pretty much devoured that butter compote they provide. For the platey dishes, def get the okra. Perfectly breaded and seasoned and it was just good. Avoid the tartare, cheddar, bone marrow, and gnocchi. Actually, the cheddar wasn't bad but not for my party. The tartare was kind of flavorless, the gnocchi was kind of flavorless too where the truffle took a backseat to the trout roe. I WAS SO disappointed in the bone marrow. The curried chutney didn't really suit the dish and the oxtail was SO salty. The marrow, delicious as it was, I think would have been better if it was served in the actual bone, not a ceramic replica. Would I go back again? Probably. Anytime soon? No.

It's been years since I've dined at Senia and it was long overdue so I took hubby's birthday date night as an excuse to check it out. Wow, I was sorry that it's taken me years to return. What a great dining experience! It started with the gracious greeting upon entering and the exceptional service continued throughout. We were told that the menu was new and just about everything sounded tempting. We started with two snacks, the Madelines and Ahi cigars. Hands down the Maddies may rank as the best cornbread we've ever had. The nuttinest and little kernels of fresh corn gave it a great texture. The Ahi was tasty and beautifully presented as each dish was. We shared a Farmer's Salad which was bigger than we thought and simply featured very fresh veggies which were crisp and refreshing with a light calamasi dressing. The Hamachi was hubby's favorite course of the meal and I never tire of fresh hamachi. This was was perfectly paired with pickled green stawberries and fiddlehead fern. The Japanese Eggplant also was excellent, crisp on the outside and tender inside with some spice from the aioli. Next was scallops, lightly cooked to perfection on a bacon cream - who can complain about that combo right? We had the scallops with a side of Maitake mushrooms in a red pepper sauce which went together perfectly. To end most perfect dining experience, we share the desert called "coffee". It was a sponge cake topped with mouse and a praline type macadamia on top. Coffee, chocolate, macadamia....yes it was divine. Our server Bianca was so friendly and timed everything perfectly. We both decided that we would visit again soon to check out other items on the menu as each dish was so special and we know we will not be dissappointed.

from walking in, a nice greeting from our lovely hostess/waitress then to our table. Nice ambience, lights were slightly low but perfect. Restaurant decor was modern with few touches of rustic with barnyard door which leads to the restrooms, cool chandeliers hang from the black out ceilings. I love the layout. Food was do good! Presentations was beautiful - we ordered the ahi cigars - that is a must! Then the hamachi, scallops, bone marrow, crunchy broccolini with pine nut, the Yuzu parfait we have a wonderful experience and look forward to our next visit- Thank you Senia !

I made reservations here a month In advance. My waiter was kind! Considering the host and another waiter kept staring unpleasantly. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful inside with cute decor. The ahi cigars were good. The Madeline's were fresh and honey butter was sweet. The brownie was rich! The overall food here was decadent. Unfortunately, one waiter came over to ask if we were finished with a dish we were not and made us uncomfortable. It felt like we were being pushed out. And after I paid the bill when I was walking out I overheard my waiter say to the hostess, who was bald, that I tipped him well. Which makes me think the looks were for a reason. This was upsetting. They were not discreet.

Honestly felt like just another fancy restaurant and not worth the hype, as much as I wanted to give a stellar review. Maybe we just ordered all the wrong things in which case learn from our mistakes :( The best dish was the Ahi Cigars which came out first and unfortunately it was downhill from there. The Bone Marrow was more unique and paired with difference sauces/salts + Hawaiian rolls. The Pappardelle was cooked well and tender, but the sauce was too acidic and sour. The Maitake Mushroom was overcooked and the sauce was grainy. The Kabocha Croquettes tasted like McDonalds hashbrowns and were lackluster with a basic creme fraiche sauce. The Triple Smoked Salmon was not very creative and I feel like I could have gotten this dish at any upscale restaurant in Hawaii.

The restaurant is located in Chinatown but all the stores around it seems closed and the street was pretty beaten up sadly. The inside was nice. The food was pretty good and very high end.

One of the best dinners of my life happened at Senia. We came as group of four, which I think was a great way to experience the regular menu. Having more than a couple involved in splitting up dishes allowed us to taste a good chunk of the menu. There were multiple "wow" dishes. The service was friendly and efficient. The vibe at the place is lively allowing for free flowing conversation. We were all talking about this place for days. Smoked Ahi Cigars, Venison Tartare, Roasted Bone Marrow, Wagyu Short Rib were my favorites but they were all exceptional. Even desert was actually worth ordering which is almost never the case imo at most Hawaii restaurants.

The service here is above and beyond. I was uneasy about bringing our little one with us to a fine dining experience but my husband wanted to treat me to a special meal with locally sourced ingredients. The staff made it seem completely normal for this little person to join us at the table and the host went to great lengths to look for my son's shoe. The som followed in suit! Senia provides a warm, elegant but lively atmosphere. Our aperitifs were everything you'd want in a cocktail. Delicious, strong, gorgeous with unexpected twists in design and flavor profile. We enjoyed the Von Schweetz and 007. Favorite dishes included the Maui venison tartare as well as the boccocino burrata and melon. Speck is one of my favorite foods and I'll willingly order it whenever I can. The sea scallops were served with a bacon cream that blended well with arugula oil to bring out a savory satisfaction without feeling too heavy. We waited for quite some time for the duck 3 ways and unfortunately the breast lacked seasoning and was rather tough. The confit and foie were tasty and lent some much needed flavor to the plate. No birthday song and dance here but there's a lovely little sign with everyone's signature with well wishes, like a little birthday card. Very thoughtful touch. Thanks for making my birthday special!

While in Waikiki, I had a great dining experience at Senia. I ordered the smoked ahi cigars, gnocchi, roasted brussels sprouts, and a dessert. The smoked cigars were delicious! The presentation was also nice. The gnocchi was the best I've ever had. The brussels sprouts were good but nothing special. The dessert was a bit disappointing though. It was too much brownie that I couldn't even finish it. Maybe if they put a little less brownie, it'd be more delicate. It was too rich. Service was good. The location isn't the best one. The neighborhood is kinda sketchy.

A hidden gem...and Michelin star worthy. We are from California and have traveled to Europe and Asia tasting Michelin star cuisines and I would say Senia has the food and service that screams Michelin star. The attentive staff and the complexity of the food is something I would come back to. The cocktails was pretty amazing as well. The smoked "FREDDIE" oh wow!! Get it please. What we ordered: Roasted bone marrow --YES please. The whole presentation and flavor was yummy Smoked Ahi cigar - good flavor Ravioli --el dente okay Scallops --YESS was so good mushroom - a favorite with the smoky flavor I love the staff for checking in with my food allergies (spicy, citrus, peanuts and sesame )

One month late review... but let's rewind to last month. Hubby treated me to an amazing birthday dinner. We arrived 30 mins prior to our reservation, and they sat us immediately. The ambiance was so romantic, and the staff were so attentive and kind. It's was our first time here, so we had a lot of questions about the menu, which our Server gladly answered. Now the food... WOW! Ahi Cigars, a smoky bundle of happiness that melts in your mouth. The bone marrow was sooo tender and flavorful. Truffle gnocchi...need I say more?! Everything we ate was beautifully crafted and cooked to perfection. There is street parking, or if you're planning on drinking- just Uber. Just make sure your Uber driver isn't drunker than you are..but that's a whole other story! Thank you Senia for an amazing birthday dinner. Highly recommend and can't wait to eat there again.

Had a great time catching up with old friends! It's in a sketchy part of town and parking was kind of hard but we managed to have a good time.

I've always wanted to try Senia and I finally did! This restaurant deserves a solid 5 star rating because the food, food presentation, creativity, restaurant ambience, and service are all superb. Every dish was presented beautifully and tasted phenomenal. The scallops and beef cheeks were the highlights of the meal. The beef cheeks were incredibly tender. Another favorite was the Madeline corn bread which was moist and deliciously paired with honey and butter on the side. I would love to come back and try other items on their menu!

Another bookmark checked off. Since Senia opened back in December 2016, I have heard a lot of positive things about this restaurant. Located near the Ewa makai corner of N King St and Smith St, Senia is sandwiched between popular neighbors of The Pig & the Lady and the newly renovated Smith & Kings. Senia co-started with Chef Chris Kajioka and Chef Anthony Rush, but Chef Kajioka parted ways in January 2021. Senia's menu is ala carte but also known for their Tasting Menu, which has been put on hold until later this year. They will be going through a renovation later this year with projected re-opening in late-October, where their Tasting Menu will return. I dined with a group of 4 where the 3 of us were first timers. We really wanted to try their Tasting Menu but we ended up with each person ordering a dish, plus we added on a started and a shared dish. Here is what we sampled: Smoked Ahi Cigar (2/5) I really had high hopes for this starter as I read so many positive reviews on this. I loved the presentation but was sadly disappointed after the first bite. The ahi had an odd taste and undesirable texture. At first, I thought it was the smokiness but the second bite revealed a funky taste. Seared Scallops with Chinese Lettuce (3.5/5) I must comment on how the kitchen pays attention to presentation as I was just amazed by this dish. The scallops achieved great caramelization with a beautiful brown exterior but my scallop was slightly overcooked with a bouncy and undesirable rubbery texture. Citrus Cured Hamachi (4.5/5) We commented on this beautiful dish - it was almost too pretty to eat. It was artistically plated with such attention to detail. The Hamachi was delicious and paired well with the pink grapefruit segment, but I found the lilikoi drop a bit too powerful. Sweet Corn Agnolotti (5/5) Hands down the best dish of the evening. The pasta was cooked until perfection and just appreciated the sweet corn, fried prosciutto and trout roe. We were given the option of adding more truffles for a surcharge but declined. This dish was so good that I'd order it again. Venison Chitarra (3.5/5) This dish was okay but it didn't hit the mark with me. I've had venison before but found the flavor a bit subtle. The pasta was executed well and loved the huckleberries and ricotta cheese but I would have preferred a more presence of venison. Triple Smoked King Salmon (5/5) This was the other dish that impressed me. The king salmon was smoked beautifully. I appreciated the moistness and how juicy the protein was. I placed the salmon on top of the savory waffle and it paired nicely with the onion jam, sliced cucumbers and crème fraiche. Rouge (3.5/5) Visually this dessert was very pretty to look at because of its plating and presentation. This dessert was semi-frozen so it was semi-solid. Flavors were just okay for me. The guava and raspberry flavors were muddled - - both had a sweet and tart contrast that competed with each other and sadly were lost. Chocolate (4.5/5) For me this was the better dessert of the 2 that we ordered. It was indeed a rich chocolate dessert with chocolate layers over chocolate mousse topped with chocolate balls. I couldn't really taste the Earl Grey as chocolate dominated this dessert. Nonetheless, this dessert was delicious. Service was outstanding. Staff here are trained well with food delivery and explanations. Our water glasses were constantly filled, and staff removed our dishes and utensils. My largest disappointment of this dining experience was the ambiance. There was a large group that spoke loudly, so the atmosphere didn't meet up to what I had envisioned Senia to be. Although the food, presentation and service felt like fine dining, the excessive noise killed the mood and downgraded the experience for me. In the impressive 3200+ food pics on Yelp, I came across dessert photos with candles in them so one of my dining mates mentioned my birthday that's in a few days. Our server bluntly told us Senia doesn't offer anything, congratulated me with "Happy birthday." and walked away. As a consolation, later in the meal he dropped off a birthday card with all the staff signing it. Overall, mixed feelings of my first time at Senia where some dishes really stood out and some dishes missed the mark. For a fine dining, I set the bar high for Senia but perhaps that was my mistake because it ended up with disappointment. I'd be keen for a return visit but this time I would like to experience their Tasting Menu. NOTE: After our meal at Senia, we ended up immediately going to another restaurant for dinner #2 as we were still hungry.

I'm so glad I got to try this place with my girlfriends. We ordered a few dishes to all share and it was a great time. Our server was so great at making suggestions for us. As the menu changes all the time, it's hard to know what we might want to try. But our cocktails were great. All of our dishes were delicious. I added all the photos to see. I don't want to go over each as they might not be there next time. But presentation is just as amazing as well. They'll be closing September 2nd, 2022 for renovations but should be opening up again in October. I'm sure the menu and decor will all be different but just as amazing if not even more so.

As first timers just wanted to try a variety. Suggested appetizers and dishes by our waiter was the best. We ordered light appetizers and two entrees. Felt we were well looked after considering it was bit crowded, much appreciated Looking forward to trying their wines next time. It was a combination of flavors, Italian, bits of Asian influence and let's you appreciate the flavors. It was not overpowering in taste and made you think the chef wanted you to enjoy it with style.

Had the most incredible meal here. My sister and I lucked out at the booth seat at the bar and dove in. We ordered the cheese and mushroom to start and Wow its got a lot of flavor packed into one little bite! Must try is the gnocchi pasta with roe and shaved truffle on top. The braised beef cheek and biscuits is also a must order; the sauce is to die for. Scallops super good too but don't try to pair with beef...meant to be eaten separately lol

We came here several years ago and had a lovely, memorable meal. The service here is always friendly and relaxed. It makes a difference! For two people, they typically recommend 3-4 plates, or 1-2 plates and 1 entree. I think this suggestion is sound. We made the mistake of also ordering an appetizer and it was way too much haha. Due to some dietary restrictions this time, we couldn't try the ahi cigars, but our favorites were the bone marrow and the cavatelli. The beef cheek was great as well. My husband loved the way the mushrooms were prepared, and he usually hates them. The potato croquettes are a pass for us. The flavor wasn't as unique as the other dishes.

service is always top notch, though this time they did not give me time to prep my video to do the big fancy reveal of the ahi cigar smoke =( they just set it down, opened the lid, and done. as always, thank you to chef anthony and katherine and their team for making every experience memorable. i made the reservation through resy and it asked if we were celebrating any special occasion so i put birthday (since we were going for my bday). and when we got there they had signed a bday card for me, and they gave us a glass of champagne! food never disappoints. got 1 of every snack/starter as usual. and then a ton of different main dishes to share. and of course every single dessert. the desserts were good, but i do miss Mimi's desserts a lot. the cornbread madeleines and honey butter were my fave snack. my friend was super impressed by the way the honey and butter were presented. while i am not a fan of peas, i had to try the english pea tart. very very pea tasting, but the olives are also very strong too. bone marrow and scallops are a must have. the scallop dish has been prepared differently every time ive gone, but theyre always soft and juicy. carbonara was rich and creamy, so so good. and while im not a fan of red sauce pastas, i had to try the agnolotti ragu. i always love the attention to detail in the dishes. from preparation to presentation, its hard to beat their standard.

Cool restaurant with great potential but this was probably the biggest let down of our Oahu food experiences (maybe our expectations were too high). We got counter seating which was really fun in terms of being able to see into the kitchen and watch the food be prepared and plated. The food itself was nothing to write home about. As I write this review 4 days later I can't remember what the most memorable dish was (which says something). The biggest disappointment was the duck 3 ways. The duck confit was dry and salty (I don't think frying it in panko really helped it) and the duck breast was tough and stringy and clearly over cooked (not very red or pink). Cocktail program was weird--there was some strange flavor in every cocktail we ordered. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable and the restaurant looked nice. Service was fast and friendly. One observation--most of the kitchen staff was clearly very young. I think some of the chefs are still coming into their own. This stood in stark contrast to our dinner a few days later at PAI down the street where the chefs were clearly seasoned and experienced from age.

Senia was recommended by Chef Ori from Bestia in LA, and we love Bestia! Bestia is one of our favorite restaurants, so if Chef Ori recommends Senia, you know it's going to be good! We ordered way too many foods for 2 people, but no regrets! We ordered Triple Egg Tarts, Beignets, and Smoked Ahi Cigars for snacks. We ordered Maui Venison Tartare, Sea Scallops, Roasted Bone Marrow, and Farmer's Market Salad. Yup, there is more! We ordered the Duck Sausage to share. The smoked ahi cigars were fun and instagram-able, but I really enjoyed the egg tarts and beignets more. The egg tarts were light and the egg white salad was moist. The caviar and roe added saltiness. The combination with the egg salad helped balance the flavor. The beignets were comforting. It was crispy, buttery, salty, fatty, and rich in flavor. The embodiment of a guilty pleasure! All the plate items were very good. They were all unique in taste and presentation! The Farmer's Market Salad was refreshing. I felt it was Asian influenced with the carrots, radish, broccoli, but then there was like guacamole (?) at the bottom and Bamm! Total game changer. The Maui Venison Tartare was good too! It was interesting because they had pieces of persimmons in them! Also, a game changer. The sea scallops were amazing! The scallops had this nice crisp crunch in the beginning and then it just melts in your mouth. The fingerling potato was fun. I love the sauce! I soaked the scallops and the potatoes into the sauce. I even drank the sauce alone like it was soup. The sauce was tangy and sweet. The bone marrow was unique as well. The marrow was served on a ceramic bone, which I've never seen before. It saved us the work, making the food easier to enjoy. The dish also came with toasted sweet Hawaiian rolls, oxtail marmalade and piccalilli, which is like mustard pickles. When put together in a cute little sandwich, it created this rich and sweet-savory goodness. Each bite was very comforting. It was very good with the mustard pickles and the rolls were like clouds. At this point, I would recommend going straight to desserts. It was already a lot of food for two. The duck sausage was delicious, but it was huge! Definitely order if you came with a larger party, but if just two people, then save yourself $$$ and go straight to desserts. We order the Sake Parfait for dessert. It was light and refreshing and comforting. It was such a good dessert to have at the end. For drinks, I ordered the Lazy Dragon and the Freddie. The lazy dragon reminds me of chrysanthemum tea. The Freddie was my favorite. Who knew blood orange and bourbon would make such a good combo together. Senia does a good job at combining different ingredients, creating unique and fun flavors, which in turn creates a unique experience. I would definitely come back. Thank you Chef Ori for the recommendation!

So you can pluck out some explicit Hawaiian allusions on Senia's menu if you're on the lookout, but it's not the restaurant's intent on performing its Hawai'i-ness. For visitors like myself, that might be confusing. Places like Tonkatsu Tomafiji is exciting and definitely worth the hype. The Pig and the Lady is perfect for family dinners - there is something for m everyone that makes the food scene in Hawaii so exciting. In a city where so many restaurants, especially at the high end, tailor themselves primarily for the tourist crowd - the dishes we ordered at Senia I was a bit lost. Who is this restaurant for? For us, we left confused and felt the creativity and the flavors are sub-par. The tuna cigar has been done a million times in other Michelin restaurants, same as the beef tartarlet. The bone marrow with Hawaiian rolls is a another "signature dish". The highlight for me was the farmer market salad, it was refreshing and delicious. When we walked out of the restaurant, I can't help but felt a little bit disappointed. What Senia offerings follow the playbook of modern American restaurants in its global eclecticism: small plates that feature beets or smoked salmon or bone marrow or raw fish, several pastas, sharing platters heaped with pork belly or a massive steak. This is familiar territory for many major American cities.