Kirin Restaurant in Honolulu, HI

4.0(955)Honolulu, HI
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Solid choice

Rated 4.0 stars based on 955 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Quick meals
  • Families
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Honolulu, HI • 4.0★
Kirin Restaurant in Honolulu, Hawaii offers a Chinese buffet experience like no other. With a reputation for serving high-quality dishes, this popular eatery has earned a 4-star rating from 955 reviews. Their extensive menu features a wide range of options to satisfy any appetite. Whether you're in the mood for lunch, dinner, or brunch, Kirin Restaurant has something for everyone. Their attentive staff ensures a seamless dining experience, making it a great spot for families or groups. According to happy customers, the food is cooked to perfection, with generous portions that are perfect for two people or more. Savor the flavors of Honolulu at Kirin Restaurant, where the service is top-notch and the atmosphere is welcoming.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
2424 Kalākaua Ave #103, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA, Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii
Phone
(808) 942-1888
Today
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Rating
4.0 (955 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🦀Fresh seafood

Quality crab and seafood options

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

🍺Alcohol served

Beer, wine, and cocktails available

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

Photos

10 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Good For GroupsGood For KidsOutdoor SeatingOpen To AllWaiter ServiceDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
Noise: Noise level

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Parking

Parking availability
Bike ParkingBusiness Parking parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit Cards

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
none

Reviews

955 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

How is the service quality at Kirin Restaurant?

The staff is amazing, very attentive, and polite, although some reviewers found it impersonal at times.

What are some popular dishes at Kirin Restaurant?

Popular dishes include Mongolian Beef, Kung Pao Chicken, Vegetable fried rice, Jellyfish, fried scallop, crab, duck, and honey walnut shrimp.

Is the food at Kirin Restaurant fresh and of high quality?

Most reviewers found the food to be delicious and of high quality, with fresh ingredients.

Is Kirin Restaurant suitable for special occasions?

The restaurant has hosted many celebrities and has an old-school, authentic atmosphere, making it a good choice for special occasions.

How is the portion size at Kirin Restaurant?

Some reviewers found the portion sizes to be perfect, while others found them to be too large, especially for solo diners.

Is Kirin Restaurant a good choice for a staycation?

The restaurant is conveniently located near several hotels, making it a good choice for a staycation.

How is the honey walnut shrimp at Kirin Restaurant?

The honey walnut shrimp is a popular dish, but one reviewer found it to be heavy on the mayonnaise.

Can I get seated immediately without reservations?

It's possible to get seated immediately without reservations, as one reviewer was seated right away.

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Can I use chopsticks at Kirin Restaurant?

Yes, you can use chopsticks, but the staff may initially provide forks.

How is the dim sum at Kirin Restaurant?

One reviewer found the dim sum to be just OK.

How is the seafood at Kirin Restaurant?

The seafood is fresh and flavorful, with the Dungeness crab being a highlight.

Is Kirin Restaurant a good choice for a solo diner?

Some reviewers found the restaurant to be suitable for solo diners, but the portion sizes may be too large.

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

95 places nearby (arts & culture, finance, food, government, healthcare)

Museums & galleries

Princess Kaʻiulani

Artwork

~530 ft
Like Fine Art

Art

~580 ft
Greetings Tour Mural

Artwork

~940 ft

Theaters & performance venues

Waikiki Hula Mound

Theatre

~620 ftTu, Th, Sa 18:30-19:30

Banking

ATM

Atm

~590 ft24/7
Bank of Hawaii

Atm

~700 ft

Restaurants

Seafood Village

Restaurant

~40 ftMo-Su 11:00-16:00, 17:00-22:00
+1-808-971-1818Website
SWIM Restaurant and Bar

Restaurant

~100 ft
Kirin Restaurant

Restaurant

~180 ft
Tucker & Bevvy

Restaurant

~180 ft
SHOR

Restaurant

~230 ft
Waikiki Beachside Bistro

Fast Food

Kalākaua Avenue

~280 ft
The Veranda at the Beachouse

Restaurant

~320 ftMo-Su 06:00-02:30
Furusato Sushi

Restaurant

2424 Kalakaua Ave

~400 ftMo-Su 11:30-23:00
+1 808 922 4991
Tanaka of Tokyo

Restaurant

~500 ft
Shorefyre

Restaurant

~550 ft
Pit Stop Hawaii Tacos Burgers & Sliders

Fast Food

2411 Kūhiō Avenue

~560 ft
La Cucaracha Waikiki

Restaurant

2446 Koa Avenue

~560 ftMo-Su 11:00-22:30

Cafes & Coffee

Kai Coffee Hawaii

Cafe

~210 ft
Honolulu Coffee Company

Cafe

~480 ftMo-Su 06:00-23:00
+1-808-9266162Website
Hawaiian Aroma Caffe

Cafe

~530 ft
ShoreFyre

Cafe

2446 Koa Avenue

~540 ftFr-Mo 07:00-02:00; Tu-We 09:00-23:00
The Sunrise Shack

Cafe

2335 Kalākaua Avenue

~610 ftMo-Su 06:00-19:00
+1 808 926 6460Website
Starbucks

Cafe

2345 Kūhiō Avenue

~670 ftMo-Su 07:00-20:00
Liliha

Cafe

~680 ft
KONA Coffee Purveyors

Cafe

~840 ftMo-Su 06:00-22:00
Hawaiian Asian Cafe

Cafe

~930 ftMo-Su 06:00-18:00
Holoholo Café & Market

Cafe

~930 ft06:00-24:00
Kai Coffee

Cafe

~970 ft
Matcha Stand Maiko

Cafe

~0.2 mi

Bakeries & Desserts

Asato's

Ice Cream

2424 Kalākaua Avenue

~250 ft11:00-21:00
Website
Honolulu Cookie Company

Pastry

~630 ft
Banán

Ice Cream

2301 Kalākaua Avenue

~780 ft
Website
Magnolia Ice Cream and Treats

Ice Cream

~800 ft
Website
Honolulu Cookie Company

Pastry

~840 ft
+1 808-377-6545
Double Fat Ice Cream

Ice Cream

~960 ft

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~180 ft
Mailbox

Post Box

~730 ft

Public facilities

Public restroom

Toilets

~260 ftMo-Su 05:00-03:00
Drinking water

Drinking Water

~520 ft
Public restroom

Toilets

~680 ft
International Marketplace

Toilets

~710 ft

Other healthcare

GNC

Nutrition Supplements

~730 ft

Other services

Fountain

Fountain

~250 ft
Tesla Office

Yes

~560 ft
Fountain

Fountain

~590 ft
iDo Laundry

Laundry

~620 ft06:00-22:00
Tumi

Bag

~720 ft
Rolex

Watches

~720 ft
Vera Bradley

Bag

~740 ft
Waikiki Laundromat

Laundry

~800 ftMo-Su 08:00-20:00
Vacant

Vacant

~880 ft
Vacant

Vacant

2301 Kalākaua Avenue

~0.2 mi

Beauty & spa

Crystal Nail Salon

Beauty

~0.2 mi
+1 808-922-2353

Outdoor activities

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

~620 ft

Entertainment venues

Blue Note Hawaii

Nightclub

2335 Kalakaua Avenue

~720 ft
+1-808-777-4890Website
Playbar

Nightclub

~0.2 mi21:00-04:00
+1 808-923-9530

Gaming & arcades

Odessey VR

Amusement Arcade

~730 ft

Parks & amenities

Picnic area

Picnic Table

~940 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~950 ft

Clothing & fashion

Volcom

Clothes

~170 ft
Kings & Queens

Clothes

2424 Kalākaua Avenue

~270 ft
3.1 Philips Lim

Clothes

~530 ft
Vilebrequin

Clothes

~530 ft
Billabong

Clothes

~540 ft
Honolua Surf & Co

Clothes

~560 ft

Specialty stores

Sand People

Gift

~180 ft
Opal Fields

Jewelry

~530 ft
Na Hoku

Jewelry

~570 ft
Nightrider

Jewelry

~610 ft
CocoNene

Books

~650 ft
La Masion Du Perfum

Perfumery

~730 ft

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~100 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~400 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~460 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~460 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~460 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~490 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~520 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~530 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~600 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~610 ft

Vehicle rentals

Hertz

Car Rental

2424 Kalakaua Avenue

~140 ftMo-Su 08:00-15:30
+1 808 9713535
Biki

Bicycle Rental

~340 ft
Biki

Bicycle Rental

~490 ft
Chase Car Rental

Car Rental

138 Uluniu Avenue

~540 ftMo-Su 08:00-18:00
Biki

Bicycle Rental

~640 ft24/7
Website
V.I.P. Car rental

Car Rental

~780 ft
V.I.P. car rental

Car Rental

~810 ftMo-Sa 08:00-04:00, Su 08:00-13:00

Other transportation

Tesla Honolulu-International Market Place

Car

~530 ftMo-Su 11:00-21:00
+1 808-445-9258
Tesla

Car

~540 ft

Attractions

The Stones Of Life

Attraction

~270 ft
Aha'aina Luau

Attraction

~0.2 mi

Public facilities

Public shower

Shower

~310 ft

Storage & lockers

Waikiki Baggage and Luggage Storage

Locker

~0.2 mi