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    Cheeseburger In Paradise

    3.5 (2.1k reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Casual
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    Good for groups

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    Tough Customer C.

    I ordered one of their cheap $10 mai tais. Upgraded with another shot of rum for $4 Ordered up a molasses beer, ended up tasting like coffee beer. My island burger was to die for. Our server was on top of things and provided great service. The ambiance tonight was very loud, lots of road noise, lots of loud mouthed people around me.

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    Larry B.

    Not a bad burger, but not the best. The Island burger with pineapple was good, as was their bacon cheeseburger. The fries were just ok. Ok service, a bit slow due to large crowd. Great mai tais. Decorated as you might expect, with Hawaiian and surf decor. TVs were over at the bar area. Waikiki Beach is right across the street.

    Eileen P.

    Great service and fun atmosphere. Like a sports bar vibe. Mahi fish tacos are good. Drinks are really good and fun. Fun place to hang out!

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    Nathaly M.

    This place is good, the location is ideal and we never had a problem with getting seated quickly, our server Celeste was super sweet and even gave us suggestions of where we get some good local bites! The food is good, I don't think it's crazy impressive but it will not disappoint. I will say the poke nachos were good but a tad salty so maybe asking for not to much of the sauces would be a good thing

    Sarah S.

    Super cool vibes! Friendly staff! Our waitress was awesome! The food was great as well! My wife and I split a burger and fries with each of us getting a smoothie - so good and refreshing! My brother got a huge order of nachos and devoured that real quick! We definitely had an appetite after the plane ride so this place hit the spot!

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    Beth Ann P.

    We stopped in for a couple of cocktails after dinner at another location. It was packed. We were lucky to find a seat at the bar. Lucky for me, it was also sunset. This location is PRIME for sunset. I did cross the street to grab a couple of pictures. Our drinks were good, service was quick and friendly.

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    Michelle C.

    Fun, cool environment. Fast service. Server was friendly. Food just okay. Fish tacos way too salty. Mahi mahi sandwich good. Burgers juicy but feel overpriced for what you get. Paying for the experience. Update: Went to Lulus for dinner last night and the burgers were so much better!

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    Bob R.

    We stopped by Cheeseburger in Paradise located at 2500 Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki Beach Honolulu. Admittedly the happy hour Bloody Mary's for $7 drew us in but unfortunately they were underwhelming to say the least. The bloody mix was watered down or something and it wasn't very good, but I suppose that you get what you pay for... We didn't order anything else but we might return to try some of the food offerings. 2.5 stars rounded up to 3.

    Loco Moco*
    Christina T.

    There's truly something here for everyone! From the moment we walked in, we felt so welcomed. Gary (the assistant manager) and Brooklyn (our server) were absolutely incredible--both went above and beyond to make sure our family was taken care of the entire time. When we were trying to snap a photo, Camden kindly stepped in and offered to take it for us, which meant so much and gave us a perfect memory to take home. The service alone would bring us back, but the food made it unforgettable. The coconut shrimp was out of this world--perfectly crispy with a sweet chili dipping sauce, and it actually tasted like real coconut (even the non-seafood lovers in our group couldn't get enough!). We also loved the island-style cheeseburger, BBQ bacon cheeseburger, mahi mahi fish tacos, and loco moco. And the fries? Crispy, seasoned, and absolutely delicious. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. One special touch we loved was the biography included--it tells such a meaningful story about how the restaurant was founded and adds to the overall experience. Everyone we encountered was kind, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they do. This place is a shining example of amazing food, outstanding service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Thank you, Gary, Brooklyn, and Camden, for giving our family such an unforgettable experience & beautiful views--we'll definitely be back!

    Ahi nachos
    Dorothy D.

    Food: *** C. My boo came here while I was working and had the Ali'i Cheeseburger. He said if he would have just had that and nothing else he would have rated the food here a 5 but on his second time here (my first time) we had the small portioned poke nachos and chicken wings with onion rings. The chicken wings came out cold and we prefer our wings to have a little more meat on the bone. Service: **** B, My fiancé says when there's two sides to this. When they're backed up their service goes to hell but when they slow down they're very personable. I think their service is great; Nolan changed the TV for us so we had straight on viewing of the Detroit Lions game so that was exceptional service! Ambiance: **** B. open-air concept with tropical vibe. Lot of people hanging out watching their football teams. Nutrition tip: order the ahi poke nachos for a healthier take on nachos. Don't expect them to have beans and cheese on them, these come with won top chips and soy sauce!

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    John E.

    Another place we stopped in to get out of the rain and we're very pleasantly surprised. The bartenders were all great and very engaging. Plenty of seating inside and at the bar, which was great. Had a couple of drinks and ordered the coconut shrimp appetizer.

    Maxine P.

    While in Waikiki today, hungry after doing a test run from Kapolei on the Skyline and bus into town. Decided to grab a bite at this restaurant along the road that run a next to beach. Being a tourist spot we knew it would be slightly pricier. Husband ordered burger and order a Mahi Burger. Husband very happy with his burger and fries. My Mahi Burger was tasty, and salad instead of fries. The place was lively given games that were going on at the time. The interior is part bar with sports playing on the screens in this section restaurant. Our server was great. Wish I asked his name to give him a shout out for his friendly efficient service.

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    Great service great food and cocktails are excellent, I would highly recommend at this casual beach front restaurant

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    The food is great. Nolan, our server was amazing, friendly, made my vacation so memorable. I highly recommend this place

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    Breakfast was good and not too expensive. Noah was very attentive to our table. I would come here again.

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    Rude workers, slow service, food is very average here, and ambiance is low, everything including chicken salad is minimum $20

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    All I can say is that I had one of the best hamburgers of my life here, I definitely give them 5 stars if possible.

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    Ask the Community - Cheeseburger In Paradise

    Do they do takeout orders?

    Is there parking close by? If so how much?

    There is street parking and if you drive around, a spot can open up. There is also a parking garage connected to The Royal Hawaiian shopping center a few blocks down that is about $4 an hour.

    Do you take reservations?

    They didn't when we visited two weeks ago. It was first come first serve basis.

    Can I take out the food?

    Yes, you can call your order in and pick up to go😀

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    Vons Chicken

    4.3
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    1.6 mi
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    Waited almost 20 minutes for my plate and chicken was not cooked through. I took it back to the…read morecounter and asked her to cook it a bit longer, and I was pointed to a sign that said something about "pinking in poultry" and assured that it was fine to eat, but based on the look of the chicken I was not comfortable eating it at all. I uploaded this picture into chat gpt with the business explanation of the pinking in poultry and according to AI, "Pinking" can happen in cooked poultry -- but what you're showing in the photo does not look like harmless pinking. Here's the difference in plain language: Harmless "pinking" (still fully cooked) * Happens from smoking, high heat, or certain proteins. * The meat is fully opaque, firm, and cooked through. * Only the outer edge or near the bone looks pinkish. What your picture shows * The meat looks translucent, soft, and raw, especially near the joint. * There are dark, bloodlike areas around the bone. * The texture looks undercooked, not just color-changed from chemical reactions. Even with pinking, cooked chicken never looks glossy or raw in the center the way yours does. I decided not to go back to the counter because there was a language barrier and I felt the woman wasn't listening to me in the first place anyway. Threw pretty much all the food away and left hungry and down $20.

    Vons chicken is a solid korean fried chicken location! I believe everything is done well. I would…read moresay the big con is the pricing - I believe the prices are quite inflated for the quantity. I believe they are a local spot which is nice! People are nice there and service is good. Each of the Vons chickens are really great in regards to cleanliness.

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    bb.q Chicken Kahala

    bb.q Chicken Kahala

    4.0
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    2.4 mi
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    I have tried a lot of Korean fried chicken places, and BBQ Chicken Kahala is still my number one…read more The chicken quality is truly outstanding. It is crispy, juicy, flavorful, and consistently cooked so well every time. That kind of quality is not easy to find. The boneless chicken in Secret Sauce is a must-try, but the real surprise is the Spicy Galbi Boneless. That is the hidden gem on the menu. It is unbelievably delicious and full of bold flavor while pleasantly spicy. Once you try it, you will understand why I keep coming back. Also, their french fries are a must-try menu. What really sets BBQ Chicken Kahala apart is that the food tastes premium and carefully made, not rushed or ordinary. In my view, this is the best Korean fried chicken I have had anywhere. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves great chicken (and fries).

    Not Recommended for Kids! This was our first time dining…read morehere with our four children (ages 3-10), and unfortunately, it was a very disappointing experience. Because my kids can't handle spicy food, I asked for one dish to be made non-spicy so they could try it first. They loved it, so I ordered a second serving of the exact same dish for them. When the second order arrived, I could clearly see red chili flakes throughout the dish. As soon as my kids started eating, they complained that it was too spicy and couldn't finish it. I politely asked if the kitchen could remake the dish with no spice, explaining that it was for young children. Instead of trying to help, I was told the dish was made the same way as the first one and that it was the best they could do. There was no effort to find a solution or accommodate such a simple request. We ended up spending over $100 on a meal that our kids couldn't eat, and the lack of customer service made the experience even more disappointing. Sadly, we won't be returning and can't recommend this restaurant to families with young children. This version flows more naturally while emphasizing the inconsistency between the first and second dishes.

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    bb.q Chicken

    4.4
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    A friendly recommendation got my family to try bb.q Chicken and we're so happy we did!…read more This location is within a strip mall with descent parking. The restaurant is smaller but it was clean and the cashier was fine. We ordered the Soy Garlic wings(powerful but good), Gang-Jeong(A Must Try) wings plate with rice, a Secret sauce boneless wings mini-plate with Mac salad and fries, Ddeok-Bokki and 2 sides of fried Mandoo. It was a reasonable 10-15 minute wait and the food came out hot and delicious. We paid nearly $80 for our meal so I can't see us becoming regulars but it was worth the try and it'll have a place on our special occasions options list.

    The chicken is definitely tasty--crispy, flavorful, and satisfying when you're craving Korean fried…read morechicken. The sides are good too, and overall the food quality is solid. The restaurant itself is clean, comfortable, and air conditioned, which makes it easy to sit down and enjoy your meal. The staff is efficient and gets the job done, although they come across a little like young efficient robots--polite enough, but not much personality or warmth. My only real issue is the price. It is hard for me to justify spending $17+ for a plate with just a few pieces of boneless chicken and some sides. If the prices were a little more reasonable, or the portions included a bit more chicken, I could justify a 5-star rating. For now, it is a solid 4 stars based on the cost-to-value ratio. The food is good enough that I would still come back once in a while.

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    Uncle's Chicken

    Uncle's Chicken

    4.3
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    This is THE best fried chicken in Hawaii. It's some of the best I have had in general. The spicy…read morechicken quarters are amazing, juicy and delicious! The drinks are great too. The shrimp sandwich and fried chicken sandwich are terrific also. But the star of the show is the fried chicken quarters, best chicken around!

    Initial visit to Uncle's Chicken in the Kapalama Shopping Plaza across from Upscale Hawaii, the old…read moreDiner's The eatery is nestled in between Viet Chubby Boy and Sakana Grill. Open for 3-4 years, it is one of those hole-in-the-wall places that locals who live and work in the neighborhood are cognizant of as a hidden gem. I am not the biggest fan of chicken...give me duck, anyday. But a good chicken sandwich is a meal that I can appreciate. Looking at the menu on the picture window...I had to wonder is Uncle: Korean...African-American...Deep South gentleman? Well, I think he's Taiwanese. Menu revolves around chicken. They have plates, sandwiches, and slushies. I got the Taro Hokkaido Slushie for takeout. It was okay...I can't tell you what it tastes like...other than that it was sweet. The Grilled Chicken Sandwich was unassuming. It was slightly spiced...a bit different than I am used to and it had a bit of a kick. I would not order anything spicy from their menu. Piece of battered chicken breast that was both juicy and flavorful. A real surprise. Service was just under 15 minutes...I walked in and ordered takeout. There was one order ahead of me. Dining area is bigger than you would think, but there are only four tables inside...it is mostly a takeaway place. Parking stalls are for Uncle's and the plaza. Stalls at Upscale, as well. Hours are from 1030a till 930p...except on Fridays and Saturdays, when they close at 1000p.

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    Good Chicken Waikiki

    Good Chicken Waikiki

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    We planned a Valentine's staycation for the family in Waikiki and happened to stumble upon Good…read moreChicken inside STYX ASIA. When you're always on the hunt for great fried chicken, you can't really pass up a place literally called "Good Chicken" and they definitely lived up to the name! The establishment is cute and cozy with tables available for dine-in. As soon as we walked up, we were kindly greeted and a table was set up for us immediately. After getting settled into our hotel, we were starving, and everything on the menu looked incredible. We ended up ordering the Garlic Chili and the Honey Shoyu chicken. It was exactly what you want when you're craving KFC. The sauces were spot on, chicken had a perfect crunch in every bite and the meat was incredibly tender. To make our dinner feel like a complete, we also added a few other items to the table. We had the pork mandoo and loved that it was clearly homemade, you could really taste the difference. Those extra sides were the perfect finishing touch to the feast. To be honest, if it weren't for this staycation, we probably wouldn't have headed into this part of Waikiki, but I'm so glad we did. Next time we stay in the area, this will definitely be on our list of places to repeat. If you are in the Waikiki area and looking for delicious Korean Fried Chicken (and a Kama'aina discount!), look no further.

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    E Chicken Ward

    E Chicken Ward

    4.5
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    I ordered the K-Crispy Chicken "Whole Pieces" and really got ripped off…read more Out of the 10 Piece box, only 3 pieces, 1 leg, 2 wings were complete pieces. They actually cut in half 5 pieces of the Chicken Backs and each 1/2 counted as a piece of overcooked chicken jerky! I also got a 1/3 of a breast section with bones and not even a 1/2 of a thigh. That totals my 10 pieces. More bones and excess crispy flour then consumable meat. NOBODY gives a Chicken back (or 1/2 a back)! Not Popeyes, not KFC or Zippy's who will remain my Favorite because I will only get ripped off the 1st time, never again. Additionally, they make you buy the sauce, the reason is due to no seasoning on the over floured bread...but it IS Crispy! The Chicken tenders were overcooked and REALLY Chewy around the edges. Just a LOT of breaded Crispy with no flavor, what "Chef" doesn't even use salt? Really, if you're going to risk testing this food, PAY for some sauce! I hope the Owner reads this and realizes that ripping people off by selling broken pieces that most Chef's throw away because they have so little meat on them, isn't going to keep him in business. The profit margin may be up while folks are trying it, spending their hard earn $$$'s, yet not coming back will be the ultimate demise of this business as many other have come and gone doing the exact same thing, not putting themselves in he patron's position. Ask yourself this: When was the last time you saw a bowl of whole chicken pieces and immediately grabbed one that was back bone chopped in half?

    I quite like the new owners of this Korean fried chicken shop! Where Good Chicken once was is now E…read moreChicken, which is run by a sweet Korean couple. Be sure to call ahead, it usually takes ~30 min per order if you call. Takeout only. Service is very polite. Parking is tough because of the area but there are a few spots out front, would generally recommend calling ahead so parking is less stressful. Their menu was a little confusing to me so here is some explanation: K pop chicken- boneless chicken pieces K chicken wings- flats and drumettes (the two parts of a larger chicken wing) K chicken tenders- boneless tenders only K crispy chicken- full wings, thighs, and breast pieces They offer each of these items as a plate lunch too, with a smaller portion of chicken that comes with rice and salad. I personally like the K chicken wings for the variety and higher meat to skin ratio but my husband really likes the K chicken wings. The skin is shatteringly crispy and flavorful and the meat is juicy. Their honey shoyu sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and salty. You can also request the sauce on the side. I've also had the fried rice which was decent and generously portioned. We once had a complimentary house salad given to us which was unexpected kindness. Overall they do a great job serving up a delicious craveable food that keeps us coming back!

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