If you’re looking for standout Asian in Haleiwa, Hawaii, Opal Thai Food is a must-visit — and Guy Fieri agrees, having featured it on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Sadly, Opal Thai Food has since permanently closed its doors.
The restaurant was featured in Season 15, Episode 10 — an episode called “All Family, All the Time” that first aired in 2012. In fact, Guy Fieri liked it enough to come back — the restaurant appeared in 2 total episodes, including Season 19 (“Crazy for Chicken”).
The episode clip “Guy Fieri Eats EXTRA-Garlicky Spicy Thai Chicken Wings | Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives | Food Network” is available on YouTube with over 72K views, and it’s a great way to see what Guy Fieri loved about the restaurant.
Opal Thai Food has a 3-star rating on Google with 2 reviews.
A spot on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives isn’t just a TV appearance — it’s a badge of honor. Guy Fieri’s team scouts thousands of restaurants before selecting the ones that make the cut, and Opal Thai Food made the list. The show has helped introduce countless food lovers to the best under-the-radar restaurants in America, and Opal Thai Food is a standout example.
Even though Opal Thai Food has closed, its legacy lives on through its Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives feature and the memories of the diners who loved it.
Status: Permanently Closed
Address: 66-460 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
As Seen on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Opal Thai Food was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Season 15, Episode 189 — “All Family, All the Time” (aired October 22, 2012).
All Appearances
- Season 15, Episode 10 — “All Family, All the Time” (October 22, 2012)
- Season 19, Episode 14 — “Crazy for Chicken” (April 18, 2014)
Google Rating: 3/5 (2 reviews)
Cuisine: Asian