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    Big Island Hawaiian BBQ

    4.0 (207 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, Hawaiian
    Open 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    BIG ISLAND HAWAIIAN BBQ ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Make It Mini
    Cindy C.

    I was craving Hawaiian BBQ and decided to grab takeout from here. I like that they offer a "mini meal" option, but I was a little disappointed with the portions. I ordered the Pick 2 plate for my husband expecting it to be packed (like Ono Hawaiian BBQ usually does), but it wasn't nearly as full. The "make it mini" was $11.99, and they charge an extra $2 just to have all mac salad, which felt a bit pricey. The BBQ chicken itself was pretty plain and dry, I ended up having to drench it in the teriyaki sauce on the side for flavor. The mac salad was solid, and the cabbage was a nice palate cleanser, but overall the meal fell flat. I wish the chicken had more flavor and was juicier because that's what really makes Hawaiian BBQ hit. Unfortunately, it just wasn't there for me, so I wouldn't come back.

    Hawaiian BBQ Chkn BBQ Beef Kalbi short ribs
    Chef Will G.

    My honey had a client in El Dorado Hills and picked up some food on the way back. I wanted baby backs but she found this place. We go to Hawaii frequently and have eaten at various luaus and local restaurants so I believe I have a good palate for this cuisine. Hawaiian BBQ Chicken BBQ Beef Kalbi Short Ribs Meat tender and full of flavor the short ribs are amazing. Mac Salad In general this dish is normally a mayo bomb anywhere in Hawaii. Here it is perfect. Rice Good. Kalua Pork It is ok. If ever in the area would like to try Loco Moco and Katsu Moco. For anyone reading this review the short ribs are a must!!!

    BBQ chicken mini plate
    Claire M.

    Fresh, tasty and quick! The Mini plate is the perfect amount for lunch. I ordered it with BBQ chicken. The chicken was tender and had great flavor. I put some hot sauce and teriyaki on my rice which kicked it up. Great bargain for the price! I'll be back

    Kiara S.

    The kalbi ribs here are so yummy and their mac salad is incredibly delicious! I always judge Hawaiian BBQ by the macaroni salad and Big Island delivered. We also ordered a mixed plate with chicken katsu, BBQ chicken, and BBQ beef. I'd say my favorites out of the four meats are kalbi and chicken katsu. They upcharge on plates if you order the kalbi ribs, but they are worth it! The meat is seasoned very well and it was so tender. We immediately dug in. Service is prompt and friendly. Our plates took a little longer to come out which tells me the meats are cooked to order, so I do not mind the extra wait! Definitely a great spot. I will be returning soon. Perhaps for a Musubi Monday, when they offer 50% off on musubi!

    Pineapple whip
    Mel J.

    Since our first visit, we've been coming back for more. The portion has improved greatly, esp. the meat portion was bigger. Our favorite is the chicken katsu & kalua pork. The chicken katsu was perfectly cooked: crispy coating with tender meat. The kalua pork was tender and tasted delicious. The chicken teriyaki has sweet flavor and tender meat. The fried fish had crispy coating and well seasoned.

    I had this combo plate with Kalua roast pork and BBQ chicken.  Great portions and tastes reminds me if back home on Oahu.
    Larry A.

    Food was great & service was spot on. Menu had a great selection of good food found locally from my home state if Hawaii

    Amy O.

    So so good. I mean soooo good! My son is obsessed with the Spam Musubi. Every thing I have had is tasty and delicious. We even used this restaurant to cater a team party and all the parents and kids were happy! Definitely get the dole whip. Chicken Katsu is crunchy and delicious. On our last visit, they had a sign saying they were adding burgers. I'm sure they will be delicious too. Customer service 10/10

    BBQ Beef/Chicken, Mac salad and 2 scoops of rice
    Michelle M.

    First visit for take-out , did not have much time to look over the menu just picked up a mix plate lunch bbq chicken/beef it was served with a scoop of mac salad and 2 scoops of rice nice portions. Service was great! will have to go back to check out other items on the menu. lots of parking , nice dinning room inside , available for delivery too Menu looks great! they do have loco moco , hawaiian sun drinks and Dole soft serve pineapple or strawberry. Mahalo!

    Went with the Hawaiian BBQ combo plate
    Haytham G.

    Delicious food , I have been craving for a spot with really good Mac as well. Service is great as well as the vibes and music . I would highly recommend this spot as the owners are extremely polite . Clean place as well which is very improtant !

    2 Plate BBQ Chicken and Kalua Pork 1 Mac 2 rice

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    4 months ago

    Pretty good Hawaiian cuisine. A bit of a drive from Rancho, wish it was closer. Would likely go back again sometime

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    1 year ago

    Food and service was great. I ordered the barbecue chicken and katsu. The portions and price were very good.

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    1 year ago

    Food was done fast and very yummy. Good portions for the price. I'll be back when I'm in the neighborhood

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    Have eaten here a couple times for lunch when in Folsom. Friendly cashiers each time, place is clean, and food is good!

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    Ask the Community - Big Island Hawaiian BBQ

    Do they have a catering menu?

    Yes they do! If you go to the cashier they have a sheet of paper that you can look over. You can order regular trays or large trays. Prices are indicated per item:)

    Does the Mac have any dairy: milk or sour cream?

    Yes, as per Google, "What is Hawaiian macaroni salad made of? This recipe only uses a handful of ingredients you are sure to have on hand: macaroni, mayonnaise, milk, apple… 

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    It's been a while since my last visit, but I was really impressed! We came in because we received a…read morebuy-one-get-one-free coupon in the mail, and I'm so glad we did. The portions are very generous, and I love that the rice plates come with cabbage and broccoli. Best of all, they cook everything to order, so you know your food is fresh and hot. The food was delicious, the portions were worth it, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations. I'll definitely be coming back more often. Highly recommend if you're craving fresh, flavorful Hawaiian BBQ!

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    Service The girl who took our order was clearly not happy…read moreto see customers for some reason. I could see it on her face so I greeted her with extra cheer and she completely ignored me. So that was a great first impression. Food I got the two item meal with bbq chicken and bbq beef. It was exactly what you'd expect which is really what you come to a Hawaiian chain for. Not for the attitude though! Aloha much

    We've visited twice so far & both times it was easy to call & put in orders for a Saturday lunch…read morepick up. We've received very friendly & hospitable customer service, & have gotten questions answered. It is a small, narrow restaurant, but there is a good number of small tables. Water & condiments are accessible. Mellow music plays. We've ordered mini meals & 3-item Combos & have so far tried BBQ Chicken, Serious Pulled Pork, Huli Huli Chicken, Katsu Chicken, BBQ Beef, & Koala Chicken. We were able to sub out a scoop of Macaroni Salad for more rice. The order came with teriyaki sauce, katsu sauce, & a creamy garlic sauce or spicy sriracha mayo. EVERYTHING has been SO delicious!!! The chicken dishes are flavorful & succulent, the pork is soft & moist, the katsu has good thickness/coating/texture, & the beef is flavorful & tender. The mac salad is spot on for me. The crunchy salad is shaved cabbage & carrots with a tangy dressing. The sauces are great too! The creamy garlic once came as a sub for spicy mayo for the katsu, the other katsu sauce is unique with a thinner consistency & hint of sweetness (versus being thick with prominent Worcestershire flavor). The portions are generous & hearty. This place absolutely hits the spot for Hawaiian bbq! It is such craveable food that we will definitely return for!

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    Last time I was here, I loved the place, but I didn't write a review. I came back. The place is…read moreclean and bright, the people are extremely friendly, and they have a decent sized menu, that includes a lot more than just Ramen. I started with the grilled squid appetizer. It was amazing. The squid was not too chewy, and I don't know how they seasoned it, but it was delicious. The sauce on top was very savory. I especially liked the tentacles, the little "suckers" were actually crunchy. A total home run. Last time, I had their tonkatsu Ramen, which is my favorite Ramen. Their version is excellent. I was going to have it again, but this time I saw the seafood Ramen on the menu. Amazing! You choose your spice level. I chose the mild, and there was just a tiny bit of spice, just enough that I noticed that it was there . There was plenty of seafood, the shrimp were tender, and the scallops were buttery. The fish cake also had a good flavor. The noodles were the perfect texture, the veggies were good, and the broth was rich, but not overly so. It had a great savory flavor. I absolutely loved the egg. It was perfectly in the middle between hard boiled and soft boiled. My late mom would make what I liked to call "goopy eggs." , and this one brought back a wonderful memory. I had enough of the Ramen and enough of the squid left over for a full second meal. The portions were huge! For the portion size and the quality of the food, the price was extremely reasonable, and they also offer a military/veteran discount. I'll be back to try more things. Thank you.

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