Waimalu Chop Suey

98-020 Kamehameha Hwy, Aiea, HI 96701, United States
$$$ Chinese restaurant
(257 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Step into the local treasure that is Waimalu Chop Suey, a beloved Chinese restaurant nestled at 98-020 Kamehameha Hwy in Aiea, Hawaii. Known for its rich and authentic flavors, Waimalu Chop Suey serves up a delightful array of dishes that transport your taste buds straight to the heart of traditional Chinese cuisine.

The menu is brimming with vegetarian delights and house specials that speak volumes of the culinary expertise behind each dish. For a starters, indulge in the zesty Eggplant & Tofu With Chili Sauce ($17.99), a spicy yet comforting dish that delivers a punch of flavor with each bite. Vegetarians will also revel in the savory Tofu With Cashew Nut & Vegetables ($15.99), where fresh veggies meet deliciously toasted cashews in a perfectly balanced harmony.

For a more robust experience, try the Shrimp With Garlic Butter ($20.99) that epitomizes indulgence, or the Crispy Roast Pork ($17.99), a succulent, savory masterpiece that retains a masterful crunch. And don’t miss out on the Honey Walnut Shrimp, a crowd favorite that boasts a perfect blend of sweetness and savory goodness.

The atmosphere at Waimalu Chop Suey may be described as simply charming, characterized by the cozy, homey vibe you’d expect from a treasured local eatery. Although the restaurant may not boast extravagant decor, what it lacks in glamour, it more than compensates with food that resonates comfort. As many returning customers have noted, this place feels like a nostalgic embrace from childhood, with flavors that take you back to simpler times.

Recent guests have lauded the efficiency of the staff, with diners like Daniel Walker commenting on how “orders come out fast” and the “food was delicious, with juicy meat that’s not dry.” The attentiveness of the waiting staff ensures that while you’re savoring your meal, you feel catered to without being interrupted. Regular visitors speak to the popularity of takeout orders from the restaurant, underscoring that Waimalu Chop Suey is a local favorite for good reason.

Certainly not a place for pretentious dining, Waimalu Chop Suey instead captures the essence of community and comfort food. Ideal for family gatherings or a casual meal with friends, this eatery promises a feast that is as satisfying to your stomach as it is to your spirit. Whether you’re popping in for a quick lunch or gathering for a shared feast, there is something for everyone here. So, the next time you’re in Aiea, treat yourself to a culinary experience that’s cherished by locals and guaranteed to leave a lasting impression!

Don't forget to check out the reviews from happy diners who have found their own favorites at Waimalu Chop Suey, who not only celebrate the food but the treasured memories made there. Join the ranks of satisfied customers and make this place your go-to for comforting Chinese cuisine!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours
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Monday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

257 Reviews
Jus Me Jess

11 Sep 2025

I used to come here as a kid with my family. Cold ginger chicken is my fave. Tried the whole duck with bao buns for the first time and it was delicious!! This place has been here for a minute. Bathroom isn't that great but you go there to eat and eat we did!!

Daniel Walker

08 Sep 2025

Order comes out fast. Food was delicious. Meat was juicy not dry. Waiting Staff comes assists initially and leaves you be while you enjoy your food. Prices are solid not overly pricey for a majority of the items. It's my 6th or 7th time there. I have a good body of tasting to come out and say a solid 5 of 5 for food quantity, richness, and taste.

Trestan Nakamura

05 Sep 2025

Typical hole-in-the-wall Chinese restaurant the inside’s a little run down, could use some work lol. But the food slaps. We got the boneless minute chicken with cake noodle, honey walnut shrimp, crispy chicken with shoyu ginger, lup cheong fried rice, beef with sweet sour cabbage, and beef with eggplant. Everything was on point, except the eggplant, that one was just alright compared to the rest. Little tip we figured out: if you’re dining with a group (we had five), instead of ordering a bunch of bowls of rice, you might as well just get a fried rice. It’s around the same price and comes with a healthy amount, maybe not more, but definitely enough to go around, and tastes way better. Lup cheong fried rice is solid. Service was actually good for a Chinese spot, no complaints there. A/C could be stronger, but nothing too bad. Would come back for sure when the craving hits.

David Takahashi

31 Aug 2025

Great hole in the wall. I got the lunch special which has a wide variety incuding some that most would be extra in other lunch deals. Highly suggested. Attentive staff. Fair portions.

Riza B

01 Aug 2025

Typical atmosphere of a Chinese restaurant but oh the flavors take you back. It's not panda express flavors or ameri fusion. Comfort food when you want and need. We have a trifecta that we order when we go weekly, always keeping 2 dishes and trying something new. You can tell by the amount of takeout orders that many feel the same way. We could go that route as well but there ate some dishes that are better when not in take out containers.

Tito

26 Jun 2025

Ok… orange chicken was the bomb. The mapo tofu and seafood fried rice was salty. The walnut shrimp was good. I’ll try and come back for the other items. Not bad…

Daniel Nguyen

23 Jun 2025

Bottom line, this is a cheap no-frills Chinese place that will serve you quantity over quality. Not gonna lie though, I felt pretty gross afterwards and severely needed fresh veggies lol. Went there for lunch and got the dinner plate, because honestly it was only like 65 cents extra compared to lunch plate for fried shrimp and fried rice. The sheer amount of options and different items on the plate make it cost effective, but temper your expectations because the food is very meh. Even the pork were all cold, signifying they're just reheating it all out of the fridge. The fried shrimp was way too much batter. The chow mein was good, but the sauce was so gloopy with corn starch. Could only finish half, and debating if I wanna finish the other half for lunch tomorrow BUT! THE WINNER WINNET GAU GEE DINNER. So the fried gau gee is $14.99 and comes in a portion of 8, but jeez Louise are these the BIGGEST PLUMPEST GAU GEE you ever did see. Like they're so stuff, and worth the price. A side dish of mustard comes too so you can make your own shoyu mustard for dipping. All else, I will just be ordering these gau gee for potlucks. Service was fine, servers were nice. Lots of tables inside. Again, no frills.

Louise DuPont

29 May 2025

my brother & sister-in- law were in town for the day from Big Island. he wanted to go back to Waimalu for the jumbo crispy gau gee. he'd ordered it to take home last time he was here for work. today he ordered his favorite ~ oyster sauce w/ cake noodle & the steamed pork hash. we also had beef w/ sweet sour cabbage and s/s spareribs. oyster sauce chicken was good - big pieces of tender , bite size pieces of cake noodle & choy sum. sweet sour cabbage itself was ono w/ tender pieces of beef. pork hash was ok. piece of s/s spareribs i had was chewy. they went home with the LOs + another order of jumbo crispy gau gee & roast pork which he'd also taken home last time

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