About The Little Hawaiian & Chef Tano

Tano and JCSince opening Little Hawaiian in 2003, Chef Tano & wife Cristi Phommasith have delighted Carrollton, Ga. Their passion and dream of the Hawaiian Islands inspires culture and cuisine that have landed several awards such as “The Restaurant of the Year in 2009, 2010, 2011″ by Main Street, “Best Place for Seafood” by Georgia Magazine, and “Best Caterer” & “Best Seafood” as voted by reader’s choice in the Times Georgian in 2010.

Little Hawaiian Seafood Grill & Tiki Lounge specializes in fresh Hawaiian Fish as well as fresh seafood from all over the world. The TIKI Lounge offers an array of great wine selections, tropical Island drinks and an extensive martini menu.

Located in over 8,500 square feet, which started as a Mule Barn that was built in 1903, we offer an elegant dining experience and two large banquet rooms for private events. Sixteen foot high ceilings dazzle with tropical decor. Let our “Aloha” style catering service indulge you and your guests; our event coordinator and special menu planning by Chef Tano can be versatile to meet your needs and exceed your expectations.

About Chef Tano

Chef Tano Phommasith was born in Laos and grew up in Honolulu Hawaii. Tano started working at the age of 15 as a cook in a family owned Rama Thai Cuisine, Nick’s Fishmarket Waikiki, Hi, Nickolas Nicholas atop the Ala Moana Americana Hotel, Hi.  Tano worked as an Executive Chef for Stir Crazy Cafe in 1995, Chicago, IL, for Tronco’s in South Carolina under Chef Andy Marchants, and as Executive Chef for Latitude 27 in West Palm Beach, Fl., and Classic on Noble, Anniston, Al. Chef Tano won the Governor’s Cup Gold Medal in 2008 in Atlanta, Ga. which was held at the La Cordon Bleu Culinary Institute.  Chef Tano is a multi medal winner in Chef competitions over the years.

Grant Stapleton, Sous Chef.  Medal Winner in 2009 Seafood Competition and apprentice under Chef Tano.