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Saimin, a Hawaiian-style Japanese noodle dish, is the specialty of this basic eat-in/take-out joint.
Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–3 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1256 N King St, Honolulu, HI 96817
Phone: (808) 841-9983
Website: https://palacesaimin.com/
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Reviews
keahi lopes
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!
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Old school saimin places are just so hard to find and Palace Saimin hits in all the right places. The menu is short selling only saimin, udon, wontons, and beef sticks. Telling by how packed this place is – they’re doing something right!
The menu and it’s reasonable prices are obviously working so if you’re in the area on a cold, rainy day I’d encourage you stop on by!
My favorite menu item is definitely the 4.00 USD beef sticks. Pair it with your complimentary side of hot mustard and your favorite bowl of soup – YUM!
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Parking and indoor seating space is limited. Service is quick. Staff are friendly. Card and cash accepted.
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Old school saimin places are just so hard to find and Palace Saimin hits in all the right places. The menu is short selling only saimin, udon, wontons, and beef sticks. Telling by how packed this place is – they’re doing something right!
The menu and it’s reasonable prices are obviously working so if you’re in the area on a cold, rainy day I’d encourage you stop on by!
My favorite menu item is definitely the 4.00 USD beef sticks. Pair it with your complimentary side of hot mustard and your favorite bowl of soup – YUM!
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Parking and indoor seating space is limited. Service is quick. Staff are friendly. Card and cash accepted.
Somang Choi
Found this place last minute when I was around the area. I’m so glad I did! Hole in the wall, local gem, mom and pop shop. The food was so delicious! I got the Wongton min, that one comes with noodles. The wonton soup just comes with wonton only FYI. I also got a bbq beef stick.
The day I went, it was really hot, humid I was craving for something cool but stumbled on this place cuz I was craving noodles. The broth was so good and really just soothed my soul. Everything was amazing and I wish I got the larger bowl.
The follow day I took my friend and she said this was the best wonton soup she had in a very long time (since her mom passed). We both really enjoyed this place and recommend, will be going again next time we visit Oahu!
This place is small and parking is limited but ppl don’t stay long. The ppl who work are really nice and this place is always busy so be patient if they don’t sit you right away, even if a table is open. They got you, they know what they are going if they have been in business for 79 years!
… moreThe day I went, it was really hot, humid I was craving for something cool but stumbled on this place cuz I was craving noodles. The broth was so good and really just soothed my soul. Everything was amazing and I wish I got the larger bowl.
The follow day I took my friend and she said this was the best wonton soup she had in a very long time (since her mom passed). We both really enjoyed this place and recommend, will be going again next time we visit Oahu!
This place is small and parking is limited but ppl don’t stay long. The ppl who work are really nice and this place is always busy so be patient if they don’t sit you right away, even if a table is open. They got you, they know what they are going if they have been in business for 79 years!
Sang “JohnLee” Moon
I ordered the wonton udon extra large for $11.25 with a barbeque stick for $4 and I was so full after barely finishing. The soup was so good to the last drop and the udon was so chewy and tasty. The barbeque stick was a real solid beef steak with a very nice terry sauce, just perfect. The price is really cheap and the service very friendly. This is definitely a gem even after 79 years.
… moreBen Park
Absolutely delicious. The saimin, the wonton min and the saidon were all good. The saidon is saimin with saimin noodles and udon noodles mixed together. The barbecue sticks are very good as well. Some things to note: no AC, so, if you need AC, you may be uncomfortable. Also, I think they soup stock includes dried fish or other dried seafood. The smell is very strong, so some who dislike that may want to avoid the place. We all loved it.
… moreRebekah Lee
Must get the saimin!! The noodles have a great chew to it, and the broth is clean and savory. And must get the bbq sticks!! Service is great and everyone is super friendly!
… moreMaui World Travelers
A friend brought me here as their spouse loves them.
ATMOSPHERE:
The parking lot fits about 6 cars and smells like urine. The “restaurant” reminds me of eating in an old Hawaii home’s wash house, complete with the lack of decor, mess, and smooth cement floors. The place seats about 12 comfortably, so we did have about a 20 minute wait. There is no climate control, the kitchen is right next to the dining area, and the breeze blows the heat and smoke from the grill into the dining room and out the front door. Yes it was hot and yes we came out smelling like we barbecued our own food.
FOOD:
Won Tun Saimin
I got the large size which is comparable to other places. The noodles were slightly overdone, there were about 5 or 6 won tun with pork filling, slices of char siu, and green onions. The clear broth tastes exactly like Zippy’s saimin to me, which is a good thing, but it wasn’t searing hot, just kind of hot, which was disappointing. Pricing was very good for the portion.
Barbeque Stick
A single skewer with marinated teriyaki meat. I’m not a fan of teriyaki meat but this was really good. Very tasty (sweet & salty) and tender.
SERVICE:
It’s first come, first served. If the inside is full, wait outside until a spot opens up then go right on in. There’s a simple menu on the side walls and they come to you to place the order. Our male server was patient and friendly. This is a mom & pop kind of place so don’t expect full-restaurant service. When you’re done, the window left of the kitchen door handles payment (cash only, I believe.)
OVERALL:
Good food, great prices, but the parking sucks as well as the comfort while eating there.
… moreATMOSPHERE:
The parking lot fits about 6 cars and smells like urine. The “restaurant” reminds me of eating in an old Hawaii home’s wash house, complete with the lack of decor, mess, and smooth cement floors. The place seats about 12 comfortably, so we did have about a 20 minute wait. There is no climate control, the kitchen is right next to the dining area, and the breeze blows the heat and smoke from the grill into the dining room and out the front door. Yes it was hot and yes we came out smelling like we barbecued our own food.
FOOD:
Won Tun Saimin
I got the large size which is comparable to other places. The noodles were slightly overdone, there were about 5 or 6 won tun with pork filling, slices of char siu, and green onions. The clear broth tastes exactly like Zippy’s saimin to me, which is a good thing, but it wasn’t searing hot, just kind of hot, which was disappointing. Pricing was very good for the portion.
Barbeque Stick
A single skewer with marinated teriyaki meat. I’m not a fan of teriyaki meat but this was really good. Very tasty (sweet & salty) and tender.
SERVICE:
It’s first come, first served. If the inside is full, wait outside until a spot opens up then go right on in. There’s a simple menu on the side walls and they come to you to place the order. Our male server was patient and friendly. This is a mom & pop kind of place so don’t expect full-restaurant service. When you’re done, the window left of the kitchen door handles payment (cash only, I believe.)
OVERALL:
Good food, great prices, but the parking sucks as well as the comfort while eating there.
Michael Ching
This unassuming, family-run hole in the wall joint isn’t flashy, if you are not paying attention you might drive right past it. But oh boy, does it serve up some great local comfort food that you definitely should try. The atmosphere here is like stepping into a time capsule, with old school benches in front of each side of the tables, walls adorned with menu boards and maneki nekos . Love the texture of the noodles and the subtle flavors of the warm broth. My only complaint is that they don’t sell rice because that and just the broth would be perfect for when feeling under the weather.
… moreJeremy Urmeneta
Palace Saimin has been in business and has been serving the community for over 75 years. Savory broth, chewy noodles, and delectable bbq beef sticks have become a go-to for comfort food in Hawaii. Parking is limited and can be a challenge to find.
… moreUtah Coleslaw
AMAZING. Simply put you come here NOW and you EAT the food please! Best food I’ve had all week.
The tap water is very clean and really really good.
We all ordered Wonton Min (Sm $8.75) and here’s one of the bowls Wonton Min (Lrg $9.75) I ate.
… moreThe tap water is very clean and really really good.
We all ordered Wonton Min (Sm $8.75) and here’s one of the bowls Wonton Min (Lrg $9.75) I ate.
Soul Train
Very simple menu posted on the wall and the servers were very friendly and attentive.
Saimin was good, the broth was light and matched well with the noodles and the slices of char siu. Was surprised by the bbq skewers they were really good, would recommend them with a bowl of noodles.
Will definitely be coming back. Just an FYI no AC so it can get a bit warm inside.
… moreSaimin was good, the broth was light and matched well with the noodles and the slices of char siu. Was surprised by the bbq skewers they were really good, would recommend them with a bowl of noodles.
Will definitely be coming back. Just an FYI no AC so it can get a bit warm inside.