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    4.2 (402 reviews)

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    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Lorna K.

    Today we came for brunch my husband had the eggs and homemade sausage with homestyle potatoes I had eggs over easy with rice and teriyaki beef. Service here is quick and efficient. Coffee is fresh and delicious. The ambience reminds me of Home in Hawaii when coming here please be sure to tip the server. Well, it is a local owned business.

    Combo roast pork with gravy and Aunties chicken
    Ryan M.

    Came on a Sunday morning, there was lots of parking in the private lot in the strip mall. There was a short line which moved quickly. So no real wait. Pay at the counter then find a seat. I got the combo plate with roast pork and aunties chicken. The roast pork was soft and cut thick and gravy poured on top. I guess I'm used to the pork being cooked in the gravy so it's drenched in gravy. I did wish there was gravy over the rice and mac salad, guess I should have asked. Aunties fried chicken had a nice light crispy crust, You could tell the chicken was seasoned but I wish it was seasoned more, it was a bit subtle. Maybe season the breading too? Idk. I also got the coconut coffee was nice and sweet. A nice balance of sweet coconut and bitter coffee. Service was friendly. There was lots of parking, the place seats about 30 people. At times the line gets longer but many people are picking up phone in or online orders so it's not as bad as it seems.

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    Emmett T.

    We were in the area and looked up Hawaiian food eateries nearby that were open on Sunday morning. That led us to Aunties Cafe in the Gateway Plaza of Gardena. The long strip mall had plenty of open parking which was a nice perk. A short line of customers was in front of us that grew longer by the time we finished our meal. The inside of the suite wasn't very large and could seat maybe thirty customers. A two-page menu sheet featured breakfast, sandwiches, musubi, soup, and drinks on one side. The other page listed plates, loco moco, seafood, fried rice, and healthy options. The variety and number of offerings were extensive for a mom-and-pop kitchen. My friend chose one of the dozen breakfast choices while I selected a Sausage Musubi and a traditional Loco Moco for my meal. We grabbed one of the empty tables and waited for our order to be delivered which happened within 15 minutes. The musubi arrived first and was a decent size for $2.75. A slice of Portuguese sausage was sandwiched in between two layers of rice that was held together by a seaweed wrap. Unfortunately, the more I bit into the musubi, the more it fell apart which hasn't happened much when I eat this product elsewhere. The Loco Moco was hamburger patties served over white rice with brown gravy topped with eggs over medium (my choice). The item was served in a shallow bowl which I thought was unusual. That made it more difficult to cut the patties into smaller pieces. The portion size was alright for the price while the flavors were straight comfort food. For our visit to Aunties Cafe, I gave a 3.5 star rating for the Hawaiian cuisine experience.

    Ran C.

    Not sure how I haven't dropped a review for Aunties ... anyway, it's time Dropped in for breakfast on a rainy Saturday morning last month. Hawaiian spot open that early (7AM). I showed up at 6:58. Was still invited inside to sit while everything was being set up. Ordered a simple breakfast (Portuguese Sausage & Eggs) with a Spam Musubi and a Coke (Fountain) btw, comes with rice. See pics. Was craving something from my childhood and Aunties checked off all the boxes. Sitting there enjoying every bite down to the last grain of rice, I remembered learning to make this back when I was 7 or 8 years old. I didn't ask but the only thing missing was Chili Pepper water. Service was good - I say good because there was nothing wrong. Friendly. Follow up. Left me to enjoy my meal. Even after I was finished and just relaxing (on my phone) she checked on me. Not rushed to get out. Lots of parking. I think Aunties isn't open for dinner or they close early so parking isn't an issue during the dinner rush. At least I've never had a problem eating at any of the places in that plaza. Anyway - better late than never for my review of this place for back home comfort style food.

    Maruko X.

    Ambiance: it's a family style restaurant for comfort food, and they only open for breakfast and lunch hours Service: self serving for table and water, you place the order at the counter, and they either pack the food for takeout or bring it to your table Food: classic Hawaiian style food, combo plates have the best value Roast Pork with Gravy - **** soft and tasty meat, recommend Teriyaki Beef - *** Marinated Beef in Island Flavors, very sweet and salty Aunties Fried Chicken - **** Chicken marinated in Island flavors and fried, crispy outside and juicy inside, recommend Price: generous portions and affordable prices, expect $25 per person for a fulfilling meal

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    Joy C.

    We wanted to go to Pan's but the wait was 40 minutes so we opted to try out Aunties Cafe instead. Solid place to go for Hawaiian food. Servings are quite big. Locals seem to like this place. I had the loco moco. The gravy was so good and the patties were well seasoned. My friend ordered the chicken and waffle, which was good too. Their coffee is self serve and refillable.

    Ty D.

    I had a craving for Hawaiian food and decided to check this place out. Located in the large strip mall area near El Pollo Inca. Walking into the restaurant it's nice and clean. I decided to get a two item combo with Auntie's fried chicken and the Mongolian beef. The combo comes with a scoop of rice and Mac salad. The Mongolian beef was way too sweet for my taste. I ended up eating a couple of bites and trashed the rest. The fried chicken was just okay. The mac salad was overly mayonnaise and runny. I also ordered a side of Portuguese sausage patties which you get two for $8. Definitely was lacking something in the flavor. My benchmark for Portuguese sausage is Gardena Bowl Coffee shop. Sorry it was a big disappointment. There's definitely way better Hawaiian eateries in the area.

    Janet L.

    Clean and cozy restaurant. Ordered to go. Nice friendly staff. The chicken were nice and tender, but not greasy. I had the Samin noodle soup, it was perfect. My kids liked it. Price were reasonable. Good quality and alternative to Ono.

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    Justin D.

    Tucked right off the 91 freeway in a convenient lot with Tesla chargers, Auntie's Cafe is a gem for Hawaiian-style comfort food. This place is always a solid stop for me--especially when I'm charging up the car and need a bite that hits the spot. My go-to order? The Aloha Royal. It's hands down my favorite thing on the menu. Picture this: perfectly grilled Portuguese sausage, char siu, scrambled eggs, all piled on a generous bed of fried rice and topped with teriyaki sauce. The flavor combo is unreal--savory, slightly sweet, and totally satisfying. It's the kind of meal that fills you up and leaves you thinking about it days later. Service is quick and friendly, and the vibe inside is relaxed and welcoming. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Auntie's is well worth the stop--especially if you're hungry and charging a Tesla.

    Rudy's Loco, Loco Moco with bacon fried rice
    Migsal A.

    Walk in, grab any open table, snag a menu from the rack on the left, then head up to the register to order. Super easy setup, and they bring the food right to you. We went for the Locomoco (upgraded with bacon fried rice) and Rudy's Locomoco. Me: 8/10 -- solid, but I kept wishing for a little kick. Chili oil probably would've done the trick. Sonny: 8.5/10 -- same thought, spice would've leveled it up. Rabsang: 8.5/10 -- loved the touch of sweetness. Iber: 8/5 -- portions are HUGE, like seriously enough for two. Overall: sweet + savory flavors, total Hawaiian comfort food vibes, and portions that will leave you stuffed. A little more spice and it'd be perfect, but still a spot worth hitting up if you're hungry and craving island vibes.

    Kylah G.

    Aunties cafe is one of my favorite comfort meals! It's raining, it's been a long week, I had a break in a crazy day so I headed straight down Artesia to Gardena from Carson! When I walk in I know the owner is going to greet me with a smile and a quick energetic conversation about sports! I know the quality of my food will be hot, fresh, consistent and delicious and i know my to-go order will be speedy and accurate! It's not just the amazing food that's comforting but it's also the reliability of the restaurant! I've been coming here since they opened and I've never been disappointed! Just wanted to leave a not to say thank you and also try a pastrami breakfast burrito oh and don't forget the bacon fried rice

    Breakfast burrito, fried chicken and waffle and side of bacon fried rice.
    Renee I.

    Love this mom and pop spot, the bacon fried rice is the BEST. Also recommend their breakfast burrito (usually get the Kalua pork) and the chicken and waffles. Order at the counter and if you order a drink then it's self serve. Nice large tv inside too. I see a lot of people order takeout.

    Brian K.

    First time here. I ordered the Portuguese Sauage, Scrambled Eggs with Bacon Fried Rice. The young lady that took my order was very pleasant. The lady that brought my food to the table was a bit rude. Don't know if she was having a bad day, but she just dropped the plate of food on the table and didn't not acknowledge me when I said thank you. The Portuguese Sausage was a bit greasy but very flavorful. The Eggs were cooked well and the Bacon Fried Rice was a bit salty. Over all I probably would not go back and will stick to going to other Hawaiian Restaurants and take out places in the area.

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    3 years ago

    Real Local Hawaiian grinds!! The Loco Moco is awesome & so is the Aloha Royal! My daughter loves the Pork Moco! Ask for extra gravy.

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    3 years ago

    Great food! Cafe with minimum ambiance! Primarily a take out place! Prices are average!

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    Delicious Hawaiian food. I love their teriyaki beef breakfast. I need to try their other offerings.

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    Fire, the workers are nice and the food is delicious!! Price is a little high but it's worth it!

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    Best Island food in town, great people serving it. Nice place to sit down and enjoy Ono grinds

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    First time here yesterday. I loved it. Hawaii music playing makes me want to go back to the islands soon!

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    How many eggs are in your Spam Breakfast Burrito?

    Hello Andy, there are 2 eggs in a burrito. Aunties

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    Hello, unfortunately we do not. In the past we made it but very few bought it so we stopped making it.… Read more

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    Hello, sorry but we are closed. Mahalo and Happy Easter

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