Golden Wheel

Located in Aiea, HI, Golden Wheel is a popular Chinese restaurant that has been serving delicious Cantonese cuisine for over 15 years. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, from Shrimp Egg Omelet to Beef Fried Rice, catering to both vegan and vegetarian preferences. The dining experience at Golden Wheel is characterized by casual ambiance, moderate noise levels, and excellent customer service.

One of the standout dishes at Golden Wheel is the Lemon Chicken, which has received rave reviews from customers for its flavorful taste and perfect execution. The Sweet and Sour Spareribs and Chicken Chow Mein are also highly recommended for their generous portions and fresh ingredients. For those looking to explore different flavors, the restaurant offers set menus that provide a glimpse into the diverse range of dishes available.

As a food reviewer, I have found the food at Golden Wheel to be reminiscent of traditional "Chop Suey" restaurants, with a local twist to suit the Western palate. While some dishes like the seafood with vegetables excelled in flavor and texture, others like the roast duck and egg fu young fell short of expectations. The service at Golden Wheel was efficient but somewhat inconsistent, with missed orders and sparse attention to detail.

In conclusion, Golden Wheel is a go-to spot for those craving authentic Cantonese cuisine in Aiea. While there may be some ups and downs in the dining experience, the restaurant's dedication to serving flavorful dishes with generous portions makes it a worthwhile dining destination. Whether you're in the mood for a comforting bowl of soup or a satisfying plate of noodles, Golden Wheel offers a diverse menu that caters to various tastes and preferences.

Golden Wheel Menu

Location

Address: 99-082 Kauhale St Aiea Town Square Aiea, HI 96701
Phone: (808) 486-6688

🕓 Work Hours
MON 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
TUE 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
WED Closed
THU 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
FRI 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
SAT 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
SUN 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    No
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Casual
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Lunch, Dinner
    Yes
  • Private Lot Parking
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Gender-neutral restrooms
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Alcohol
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Debra P.

    20 July 2024

    Since my Mom lives 5 minutes away this is the go to place whenever we are in Aiea. Stella think she's the owners wife is always there..does a fantastic job doing everything!! Been coming here for 20+ years and did is always delicious and great portions too!!

  • Author: John B.

    10 June 2024

    You know it's good when there's one Chinese lady taking orders, filling waters and bringing out food for the entire restaurant. Props to that lady man. My grandpas a very hard person to please when it comes to food and every time he comes here he loves it. Can't go wrong with any item on the menu. And on top of that it has that spinny thing in the middle. 10/10

  • Author: Lala C.

    01 May 2024

    Back to our old stomping ground from the airport. Craving local Chinese food. We ordered enough to feed us for 5 days to wind down from our trip. Roast duck, Gau Gee Mein, Char siu chow fun, Pork Ong Choi with Ham hah sauce, Spicy eggplant & Salt & Pepper shrimp. Everything is good, not spectacular but good. Portions are large so we ended up taking everything, only finishing the shrimp since it must be eaten fresh to maintain the crispness. Duck was a little salty but it was tender and juicy. Loved the chow fun which had a delicious smokey flavor. Crispy Gau Gee was onolicious, nice array of fresh veggies on the mein, Pork Ong Choi was delicious, spicy eggplant was a little on the sour side and not sliced thin enough for me. Still good over rice. The Salt & Pepper shrimp was excellent. Perfect soices, large crispy shrimp! Yummy. So, overall, still a goto place.

  • Author: Paul C.

    08 March 2024

    When Rod U. speaks, you listen. Ummm....what I meant to say is "Pay attention to Rod U." You see, I've known Rod U. for about 10 years now via Yelp. I met him IRL at Yelp events where he also even attended my UYE's when I hosted them many blue moons ago. Rod is a cool Yeep and highly knowledgeable in many types of cuisine and I look up to him and respect him. Rod U. is the Duke of Golden Wheel (GW) with 33 check-in's as of 3/7/2024. When Judy C., our coordinator of a small, exclusive foodie group, suggested we try GW, I had my reservations but when I read Rod U.'s review and saw how many check in's he chalked up, I was game to give them a try. Located in Aiea Town Square with neighbors of Hughley's Southern Cuisine and Palazzo Ristorante Italiano, GW has been serving Cantonese cuisine in Aiea for over 15 years. As a townie and the Unofficial Mayor of Chinatown, I was very skeptical of Cantonese cuisine in Aiea but I have faith in Rod U. Judy C. has been to GW several times now and she made the reservations and suggested we try one of their set menus of 8 items for $93. I read both Rod U. and Kathy A.'s reviews where I really wanted to try the lemon chicken so when I saw the set menu had lemon chicken was included, I agreed. Once everyone arrived and sat at our seats, Judy advised the staff of the green light to start. THE VERDICT: GW seems like a restaurant of my past when I lived on Maunakea Street in Chinatown. They resemble Tin Tin Chinese Restaurant and the interior décor screams the 90's. Indeed the food here at GW is adjusted to suit the local, or Western palate. The food reminds me like I was eating at your typical "Chop Suey restaurant". Food here also revived my childhood days growing up in Chinatown with multiple chop suey restaurants. We ordered a set menu and the dishes were delivered quickly shortly after we started off with the scallop soup, which was surprisingly tasty that needed a splash of white pepper. Our meal started strong. Next, the lemon chicken was amazing. Dish was made fresh as it was delivered temperature hot and executed well. I also enjoyed the sweet and sour cabbage with beef, that was substituted instead of the beef with vegetables. Love the sweet and tart contrast of flavors with a nice crunchy texture from the sour cabbage. The flavor of the Sam See fried noodles was not bad but I'm not a fan of thick, starchy egg noodles. The temperature of the noodles was semi warm. I wasn't a fan of their roast duck, as it was clearly recooked by deep frying with the dark skin color and crispy skin. However, the duck was noticeably dry. I also wasn't a fan of the egg fu young. This dish is too westernized for my palate. The biggest disappointment of the night was the fried rice. Although this also had a generous serving, the fried rice was clearly premade and the temperature of rice was tepid. Lastly, the seafood with vegetables was pretty good. I could smell the wok hei and the Choy sum vegetables still had a great texture and seasoned well. Service was somewhat spotty with highs and lows. The restaurant was consistently busy with many tables occupied and even witnessed a Chinese family dine in where they received attention from the staff. Although fluent in Cantonese myself, the staff spoke a different dialect of Cantonese where I understood for the most part but declined to speak to staff in Cantonese. We only had our water glasses filled at the end of our meal. Overall, a decent first experience at GW where I wouldn't mind returning. The lemon chicken is delicious and next time I'd like to sample their Capital style pork chops. There was a miscommunication with our waitress as she didn't put in our order and we canceled it as we were stuffed with leftovers to take home. I don't think I'll suggest this place to my family as they may not appreciate the "chop suey" style of food here.

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