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    Aina Saimin & Diner

    4.3 (224 reviews)
    ModerateHawaiian, Noodles, Diners
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Weelowie K.

    Walked in for something light and ordered something we haven't before. Welcomed with friendly people again. Our choices were good and filling.

    Mazemin Small Garlic Chicken Min
    Karissa M.

    Fairly priced and quick service for a diner. The menu is straightforward with saimin, teri burger, and garlic chicken. This is owned by the same people at Paina Café, so they'll sometimes have musubi and inari available too. Spent like 30 bucks for two people which isn't bad for how full we got after. Other patrons were ordering the goodie freeze, so would have to come back and try it.

    Small Won Ton Saimin, side Teri Burger
    Derek H.

    Good basic island style food, had the Won Ton Saimin with a Teri Burger on the side. If you know, you know what I'm talking about. Excellent crinkle cut fries and they have Green River another fykyk definitely going back when I'm in Vegas.

    Bbq burger
    Ryne T.

    We're back on the ninth island, Las Vegas and hungry for local food!! Aina Saimin was our choice for lunch. A little back ground on Saimin. It's a Hawai'i thing so you won't find a Saimin Stand in Japan. Saimin was made up during the plantation days when all the worker would get together for lunch. The noodles actually came from the Chinese. The other ethnic groups added to the dashi or broth. So if you're in Vegas looking for some Saimin with BarBQ burger, Teri burger or old style BarBQ stick this is the place!! My noodles were cooked just right not over cooked. Great tasting dashi not salty. You gotta get BarBQ stick or BarBQ burger. I got the regular BarBQ burger but my wife's deluxe was better. Our waitress "Lash" was really nice and friendly. We found out that the owners are from Hawaii, so there you go, support local!! Only locals know Saimin! Oh no forget they have Green River drink!!! Check them out and bring family and friends.

    Small Korean chicken bowl.
    Jennifer I.

    Second time here. Super bummed that they didn't have guri guri! the Teri burger and fries tastes like home! Wish they didn't pack my crispy wontons because they steamed and got soggy! Wish the Korean chicken had more sauce.

    Garlic chicken (side order)
    Chary E.

    This place is always packed and for good reason! The food tastes so fresh and flavorful and you can't beat the value! A great place to eat alone or with the family if you're craving some Hawaiian Saimin. Highly recommend!!

    Lishya H.

    What a treat outside the strip in Vegas. Definitely a hidden aloha gem with great food and service and cozy ambiance. Their pricing is affordable and the portions are pretty big. Everything is so authentic and I can taste they put lots of love in it. The loco moco is amazing, great quality of meat and the gravy is something else, not too salty and runny. It's all in perfection. It's one of the best Hawaiian food in Vegas!

    Haynboi D.

    I finally went to try out this restaurant. Did not get the ambience I was looking for. Space is actually great. Didn't feel the welcome vibe. Server was polite and friendly. I ordered the teri beef combo, side gau gee and side spaghetti salad. So, spaghetti salad was overpowering with the onions. French fries were cold, probably sitting under a heating lamp for how long. Sandwich was okay. Tasteful. However, beef was tough. Overall, they have other items I would like to try so I'll go back.

    Ann T.

    First time here and I'm already a fan! We ordered the teri burger, garlic chicken, loco moco, gau gee, and I tried my new favorite drink -- Green River! My Hawaiian partner told me it's a classic Hawaiian drink but super rare to find here in Vegas, so that alone made the meal extra special. The food was delicious and felt like real comfort Hawaiian-style cooking. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and made with care. And for the quality you get, the prices are incredibly reasonable! My partner even mentioned that the restaurant's vibe reminds him of the small local spots back home in Hawaii -- simple, welcoming, and all about good food. I'll definitely be back, especially since it's only a quick 3-minute drive from my house! Highly recommend if you're craving great food, great value, and a little taste of Hawaii in Vegas.

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    Jhenny B.

    I would say food is ok, very simple. Not much flavor in my opinion. My kids love it though. The garlic chicken was the best thing we ordered. Sweet and savory. Good chunks of chicken. The Saimin didn't have much flavor, I added shoyu to give it a little extra something. For $15 (large) the quantity and quality was just not there. The burgers were good, I liked the char, extra teriyaki sauce made it better. Kinda small, I recommend getting two to fill you up. Overall, I think for the quality of the saimin it's a bit pricey, but the garlic chicken and burger (by itself) is fairly priced. Getting the green river was the real winner. TBH my expectations were high and I was underwhelmed. Seating was limited, but service was good.

    Side of fries
    Cecille L.

    Great restaurant with local comfort food. This place reminds me of back home. I ordered the wonton min and my daughters ordered the French fries, garlic chicken, Suzy Q burger, side spaghetti Mac and their version of Guri Guri. All that's missing is musubi. Everything came out fast, hot and tasty. Price point was decent. I will definitely spread the word and come back again.

    Salt and Vinegar chicken
    Danielle C.

    Cute little spot in the southwest side of Vegas off Rainbow near Blue Diamond that has the feel of Hawai'i style saimin stand. The aunty at the front counter was nice as always and food came out super quick. I ordered their promoted bucket of chicken 20/ $15. I thought it was wings from the photos online BUT they are nuggets of chicken. Nonetheless these are some DELICIOUS nuggets of chicken! They have garlic and salt and vinegar and OMGoodness they are so flavorful, hot, juicy and FRESH. I will definitely be back for more because this is a MUST try for sure.

    Their spaghetti salad.
    Henry L.

    First time here. Saw it as I was driving by on the way home, and figured I could get something here for lunch. I went inside and saw you could place a To-Go order. I ultimately decided on the large order of Garlic Chicken. Total was $17.17 ($15.17 food $2.00 tip). The food came out quick, maybe less than 5 minutes. Upon getting home, this plate lunch came with 8 pieces of Korean Chicken bites. I really wish I had 9 or 10 pieces just cause there was so much rice. It came with a side of "spaghetti salad" in a container. Instead of Mac salad with elbows, they just use spaghetti noodles instead. All in all, it was just okay. Not convinced that I'd get this plate again. 4/5 Stars.

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    Ask the Community - Aina Saimin & Diner

    Do they do take out orders?

    Yes

    What is their Saimin broth made of?

    Yes

    What garnish is in the Saimin? Spam or luncheon meat?

    Spam

    What are their hours of operation?

    During their Soft Opening, it's Tuesdays to Sundays 4 pm to 10 pm. Regular hours will be:… 

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