I wish I had the metabolism of a 14 year old because the food here is that good and if I could, I'd eat so much of it. I ordered the smoked mixed plate with pork and duck. It came with pork fried rice and I opted for Mac salad. SO GOOD. The duck was moist and soft. The pork was seasoned nicely and I loved the rice and Mac salad too. Also, get the guava bar. It's killer. They're on the second floor of the building and there's plenty of seating inside. It's a great space for larger groups. read more

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Pork and Mac salad were great. Service and ambiance too! Definitely recommend. Might be hard to find - it's on the other side of the building as the pho place and up the steps! read more

Guava Smoked - Guava smoked entrance - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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So happy to be buying local with Guava Smoked. Enjoyed their smoked turkey this Thanksgiving. It was not as smoky as I've had at other spots (e g Willie Bird and Sams club) but still moist and tender. It also wasn't overly salty! I did have a small issue with the pickup location...apparently i mistakenly picked up at the wrong location but wasn't aware until after I got home but the folks were very understanding and I did pickup a smoked turkey. read more

On vacation here so by no means are we experts on the local fare or foods. That being said, I do have taste buds. My gf and I stopped by guava smoked kind of on a whim, craving Hawaii plate lunch and that sort of food. Really glad we decided to. Service was friendly, as most places around here and food came out quickly! Yelp is telling me to write about the ambiance, so yea, ambiance was great. Lots of space and clean! On to the food, I had the mixed plate with chicken and kalbi, and she had the loco moco (spicy). Generally, on the mainland, smoked meats from restaurants have a really heavy smoky flavor, but here, it is ever so subtle and really adds to the flavor. Kalbi was tender and had that subtle smoke flavor that I would have never guessed would enhance the sweet and savory kalbi. Chicken was also tender fall of the bone. Dipped in some sambal for a little tangy kick and I literally ate the whole thing in 5 minutes. Also Mac salad was nice. Can't get that flavor back in Seattle. Gfs loco moco also was amazing. White gravy with perfectly cooked egg on top. Also that subtle smoky and spicy flavor really came through. She claimed , "best loco moco I've ever had". Lol. Makes loco mocos back home look like a McDonald's burger patty with egg McMuffin egg on top. All in all, really enjoyed everything we got. So many other delicious looking items in the menu. Would definitely recommend! read more

Tried Guava Smoked on a recent visit to Oahu for dinner. There is no frills about this place, it is on a second floor of a building and the entrance is hidden on a side street, so walk to the back of the building and you will find the stairs to go up to the restaurant. I ordered the smoked salmon belly and hubby ordered the loco loco. The food was served quickly as the meats are smoked already and ready to serve. The portions were generous and the meal was tasty. There is no air conditioning and being on the second floor, it can get hot. So keep that in mind on a hot day. Liked the place and will try in future. read more

Guava Smoked - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Came to this place and got a few bowls so that i could try multiple items. Smoked pork, loco moco, butter fish collars, and fried rice with pork and chicken. I wanted to get the Kalbi but they were out of it that day and it was also not a day they have duck (Wed thrus and sat only). All their meats are smoked with strawberry guava wood, an invasive plant, so it kind of does good in multiple ways. My favorite was the smoked pork (spicy), which i didn't find spicy at all. It had a nice smoked flavor, and not so much a traditional texas style BBQ smoke but more like a local plate lunch thats been smoked or a smoked char siu. So its probably been marinated in a soy based sauce first, smoked and then heated on the grill before serving. The smoked butter fish collars had a good taste and were very soft but it had a strong fishy smell. So if thats a turn off for you then you could skip this one. The smoked loco moko (spicy) also wasn't spicy and also didn't come with gravy like a traditional loco moko. The patty had an odd texture which made me think it was a pork patty but then i saw that they offered hamburger steak and burgers. So it must be because like all the other meats, the beef patty is smoked first then just reheated on the grill so it has a much different texture. The egg was perfectly cooked and had a nice runny center that broke beautifully over the beef patty. Smoked fried rice (comes with smoked pork and chicken) it was tasty and comes a few pieces of smoked chicken and pork. Its tasty and i think its just the pork and chicken that are smoked. You can order a mixed plate for $17.67 and add 2 scoops of fried rice for $2 but it doesn't come with the smoked pork and chicken. So for a little more, i think you can get 2 bowls and a bowl of fried rice that also comes with pork and chicken. I liked the food here though its hard to find since its on the second floor and has only a few parking spaces. You'll most likely have to park on the street or feed the meters. I was surprised how many other people walked in after me. How do people find this place?? They also have some items that they only sell frozen that i want to try next time. Like the turkey tails. I love them, so fatty and juicy, can't say i've ever had them smoked. read more

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A hidden gem where the meats are packed full of Smokey flavor. This place is a small business so please go and support them. The location is really hidden and is easily overlooked! There's parking behind the restaurant. We went with a large party with kids so we went hungry! We ordered about 10 dishes and I appreciated that the server worked with us as we were new to the menu. We ordered the smoked duck, pork, pork burger, butterfish collar, omelet, guava bar, Mac and cheese, fried rice, short ribs, fries, loco moco and salmon belly. Everything was juicy, well flavored and delicious. I gotta come back when they have chili, since the items we ordered were so good, I'm sure their chili will be too since it was sold out before dinner time. Happy eating yelpers! read more

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Another establishment I haven't reviewed and order from each new years? Yikes, sorry Guava Smoked. This is our 4th year ordering from them and the first few times was rough they didn't have all their smoked meats available for the platters, but understandable it was during covid. Now 4 years later we were able to get all the smoked meat and fish we selected on our platter. Convenience of ordering on line, in person or calling the location is awesome, I've done each way and always a pleasent experience, if something is out or short, they personally call you immediately and let you know and give you your options. When you call sometimes the line is busy or they don't pick up but call back and you will get a live person on the other side. We have only been to the kapahulu location, nice views, open & airy if you are dining in. The only downside of this location is the parking very limited and if you can't walk up steps then thats a problem, you have to go up the steps to get to their restaurant. We normally have someone drive and one person jumps out and picks up order. IF you pre order its always ready and waiting for you, fresh and hot. My families fav is the butterfish and spicy pork, this year we were able to get everything...chicken, pork, butterfish, salmon and kalbi (they've been out of kalbi the past years we ordered), super happy family this year. read more

Guava Smoked - Large platter - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great meats in Hawaii. Tucked away on a side street. Staff were very helpful with ideas and recommendations. Can run out of certain items if you go late. read more

It was the first time that we tried this place. We asked the owner to pick this for us. The smoked pork was one of the best I've ever had. The smoked chicken was tender and flavorful. The owner and the chef were very friendly. Thanks to the good reviews on Yelp! read more

Guava Smoked - Smoked Mixed Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The store front is a little confusing to get to it's located upstairs. The stairs to get up are in the back of the building. You'll see a sign(see photos) the store is up those stairs. The employees are friendly and welcoming. The food was okay. They were out of the ribs which I was looking forward to, I got the chicken and pork instead. Could use some house made bbq sauce or something to go with the meat. The fried rice was lacking not sure what but maybe it just wasn't super fresh. Not a must but it's okay for like grab and go food. read more

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I go to guava smoked usually on Friday's. I'm hooked on their smoked beef stew. It is only offered 3 days a week. It is worth the wait. The entrance is in the back of the building up a flight of stairs. The parking is limited might have to park on the street. They sometimes have live music. It's a cool spot to eat and chill. They also have pineapple sake which has become one of my favorites also. read more

I developed a deep love for all things grilled and smoked from a very young age; to me, there's nothing that can replicate the flavor you get from cooking with real wood and fire. My dad certainly had a lot to do with this -- growing up, he not only would barbecue for us at home, but was always looking for restaurants that used true, authentic smoking processes. Knowing this, I'd bookmarked Guava Smoked well in advance for a nice low-key dinner since it seemed right up our alley. As the name implies, Guava Smoked uses guava wood to smoke all of their offerings. The unique thing about smoking with guava wood is that it imbues the meat with more of a subtle, sweet flavor than other woods such as hickory or oak. We went with a few dishes that immediately appealed to us: smoked pork, smoked butterfish collars, and smoked salmon bellies. Things got off to a fairly promising start with the smoked pork; it was well-cooked, featuring that signature sweet smoky flavor as well as a nice char from being finished on the grill afterward. Perhaps the meat could have been seasoned more, but more or less solid nonetheless. I mostly enjoyed the butterfish collars as well; they were sweet and succulent, with a crispy exterior that gave way to the satiny and oily meat that butterfish is known for. I did, however, feel let down by the salmon belly; this being the item I was most looking forward to, I had been expecting a bolder flavor with a stronger smokiness, but felt the overall flavor profile came off too muted for my liking. It did maintain the rich fattiness that characterizes salmon belly, though. Portions were a touch small for their price point; though I will always pay more when quality is outstanding, I'm not sure we quite reached that "excellent" tier here. Overall: a nice local spot to visit, and especially worth a look if you're after a relaxed vibe for your meal -- tough to go wrong with kind service in an ultra laid-back atmosphere. I will say that I wasn't quite as floored by the food as I was expecting to be, given that both locals and visitors alike seem to hold it in such high regard. But it is *always* worth it to support a local business -- especially one as friendly and open as this one -- so stop by for yourself and give them a shot. read more

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Highly recommended place to eat! Did a quick Yelp search for places to eat in Oahu area and this place definitely did not disappoint. Had a little trouble finding it, since the GPS didn't specify, but it's located on the second floor! You have to go from the small parking lot and up a flight of stairs (there's an elevator too). We got their most popular smoked pork plate, and butterfish collars and whoo wee! The meat was super tender and held lots of flavor. The plates come with two scoops of hapa rice (brown + white rice) and a choice of a side. We enjoyed the food so much that we ended up coming back serval times during our trip. There was a lot of seating inside of the restaurant, and the staff there was so kind and patient when I took awhile to look over the menu and answer my questions. No question that I will come back the next time I visit! read more

Guava Smoked - Smoked Pork Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Eh more of a tourist trap if anything, you can definitely skip this spot. Parking can be brutal and talking to the employees can be like pulling teeth. They are welcoming but it took one of them about 15 minutes to explain to me that the butterfish they were serving wasn't properly marinated and wouldn't taste good if I ordered it. Why not just take it off the menu if that's the case lol who wants to order something that isn't prepared correctly? Their response to this was... "I just telling u so when u order um and it tastes bad u know come up here and blame me." Ok. Why would u let anyone order that lol. That's when I walked out the door. read more

Always a winner! Been going to both locations for years. Laid back vibe, Friendly service and delicious smoked meets! Everyone I bring there loves it. My favorite plate lunch on Oahu. read more

Barbecue smoked with guava wood?! Sign me up! They also do daily specials so be sure to check the day of the week you want to go and arrive early. I went a little after 1:00pm and wasn't able to get the Smoked Duck as they ran out qq. It's also located on the 2nd floor of a building where you have to enter through the back (not so obvious from the street). The butterfish collars initially had a strong fish smoked smell to them when it came out which gave me a quick pause about how good it would taste. However after taking a bite, it was simply delicious. Soft, tender, and fatty this was amazing! Just be careful around some of the bones, they were soft enough to eat but just be wary. The Smoked Spicy Pork and Kalbi were excellent and soooooo goooooddd! The Kalbi is thick and precut with equal portion meat to fat ratio so you get that extra tender/jiggly texture you that's ideal. The pork doesn't have as much fat but it was still also extremely tender and flavorful. It didn't hit me at first however, but it can get a bit salty towards the end of the plate. I didn't mind since the cook and flavor of the meat was so great but if you are prone to salty foods, maybe share this with a few people. read more

Guava Smoked - Smoked Mixed Plate (Spicy Pork and Kalbi) - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Always love the beef stew since the first time trying it. Always come back for more. The staff always friendly and excellent service. Will keep going back read more

I tried Guava Smoked on a whim because I tend to always order and eat at the same places. I placed a take-out order which was ready when they said it would be. I think parking might be an issue if you're dining in because there's only limited parking in the back and the lot is pretty small. The food was delicious, smokey and flavorful. They serve hapa rice with the meat and a salad. I did find a tiny itty bitty green caterpillar in my greens but oh well... I guess that's how you know it's fresh hahaha! read more

Highly recommend this spot. We were looking for a spot for butterfish but we got something different than expected. Butterfish collar smoked was an excellent find, so so good. I got the combo butterfish and kalbi, the kalbi was also good, perfect flavor and tenderness. I say that was the perfect combo, fish and meat. Chose mac as the side and that was also good. It's not an obvious spot, way from all the bustle of Waikiki and being on the second floor of a building with the entrance in the back. We would definitely come back here every time we come to Honolulu. read more

Guava Smoked - Combo plate, smoked butterfish and smoked kalbi short ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I tried Guava Smoked at a Eat the Street event years ago. They have a restaurant now years later. I love the smoked meat here! The restaurant seems a bit hidden since it was on the second floor. The parking lot is really small and tight. Very limited parking and is shared with other shops. Made a phone order for pick up and got smoked chicken plate and the smoke mixed plate. Both came with 2 scoops of hapa rice and tossed salad. The chicken meat was sooo good. It was flavored just right, and not too salty. I like that there were drumstick and thigh meat. The smoked mixed plate had spicy pork and kalbi. The meat was sooo tender! The flavor was amazing! I enjoyed every bite of it. I heard the smoked duck is good, so I might get that next time I'm there. Pricing is decent. Amount is enough to fill you. read more

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The person who took our order (idk if they're the owner) was super friendly and very welcoming. We ordered a mix plate lunch (with butter fish and smoked chicken) and a smoked salmon belly bowl. All of the food was to die for, fish was moist, the skin on the salmon belly was crispy Now for the guava bar, if you love short bread and you love guava..you'll love this. Perfect sweetness and the perfect ending to a meal We'll definitely be back. read more

Guava Smoked - Our leftovers and the extra Guava Bar - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Absolutely wonderful. Fantastic food. The place has cool vibes with live music the Friday evening we went. service is friendly and explained the options kindly. I had the mixed meat plate with spicy pork, loco moco, fried rice, and Kim Chi. My wife had the chicken plate with rice and Mac. read more

Guava Smoked - Smoked Mixed Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Quaint little quick-service spot! It has laid back vibes, and it feels like a beach restaurant. * Smoked Pork - Very tender and flavorful. They use the wood of a Guava plant and as a result, the meat has a subtle sweet flavor to it. * Loco Moco - They use a pork patty for their version. The meat was flavorful, egg very runny, and the sauce tasted as expected. * Fried Rice - Get the surcharge and get the scope of fried rice with your meal instead of the plain rice. They fry it with the smoked pork! * Butterfish Collar - WOW! Smooth, buttery, smoky, melts in your mouth. You do have to pick around the outside of the fish a little bit, and bones, but the meat is incredible. * Smoked Chicken thigh - Had the smoky, sweet flavor, but wish it was just a tad bit juicer. * Mac Salad - Typical Mac salad, can't go wrong! * Guava Bar - The guava taste is very subtle, wish it was stronger. The pastry part was good - kind of like a shortbread. read more

Guava Smoked - Smoked Pork, Loco Moco, Fried Rice, Mac Salad - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Used to love this place... maybe it's the location. Got a mix plate and the amount of meat in the box was kind of shocking and not in a good way. There were only 5 pieces of pork and maybe 7 pieces of chicken. Very overpriced. Pork was still good but 2 of the pieces were burnt not just a little but the kind that's inedible. The entire box was filled with rice that came out of a cooler and it was hard. Won't be coming back again. I'll try the original location next time again. read more

A friend once brought kalbi from Guava Smoked for a potluck. It was amazing! Wanted to get that again but they were sold out cause it is so popular. Got the smoked chicken (came with a thigh and drumstick). Got it with mac salad and fried rice, which had pieces of their smoked meat. It was around 1pm. I guess I'll try earlier in the day next time for the kalbi. Also got to try a bite of their spicy loco moco. That was a very tasty bite! If you like a little kick, try this one. There is smoked duck on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturdays only. Small lot with about 6 stalls behind the building. They are on the second floor on the back side. read more

Guava Smoked - Spicy loco moco - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I'm sorry to say that my meal here was pretty unpleasant, especially since the owner was so, so nice and the space was really comfy and casual. I got the smoked butterfish collars and smoked spicy pork. Mac salad was a must, and I ordered an extra side of the salad for some greens to lighten up the plate. My friend got the smoked mild loco moco and smoked chicken drumsticks. I really enjoyed all of the meats at first. The flavor was expectedly smoky and umami and very distinct, though kinda same-y on everything. My favorites were probably the chicken and spicy pork, though the loco moco was also good. The butterfish collars were interesting but intensely fishy. I also liked the mac salad. But unfortunately, the more I ate, the more the flavors started to become overwhelming and... salty? Not even sure if that's right per se, but the taste started to repel me, and it became so difficult to eat. I couldn't stop drinking water, and I was parched for the rest of the day. For what it's worth, my friend was thirsty, but not to the same level. And they don't mess around with their hefty portions. Between the plate size and the thirst, I was unpleasantly full, and I needed shaved ice afterward (dessert stomach and all) to soothe my mouth and belly. read more

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Was debating on whether to do a review or not as this place has a lot of good reviews. Wished to give them a higher rating but settled on 3 stars. Pros - went on Saturday for lunch - was able to score parking in their lot; they have a nice large second floor area with outdoor seating that faces Kapahulu Avenue, looks like a cool place to hang out; counter service was friendly and helpful this being our first time; no line so we had time to look over the menu board and them place our order; lots of seating (photo); like the open kitchen look; they have alcohol; nice serving portions, plates comes with mac salad, kimchi or toss greens; chili pepper water available at no charge. Cons - wanted to try the smoked salmon belly but was not available so had to settle for the smoked butterfish; the meat (kalbi) and fish were over smoked where the smoke taste overwhelmed the taste of the meat and fish in lieu of complimenting those items, after the meal I was thinking that I don't want to eat any smoked items for awhile. The pork was okay but when comparing it to gold star homemade smoked wild boar, well the wild boar wins. It's interesting to note that the stawberry guava wood gives off a darker color smoke on items or was items left in the smoker too long? read more

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Always a regular stop, their Loco Moco is so good, actually most everything in here is good! Close to Waikiki, they have a small parking lot in the back but there is also nearby street parking. read more

Guava Smoked - Loco Moco - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

SSSSSSSSSMMOKIN! Is what Jim Carey would say if he stopped in becase you can't Mask the smokey flavor this place brings. You should support this shop not only because it is mom and pop owned, it also uses the invasive plant species, Strawberry Guava plant, to smoke the food. The Strawberry Guava plant is ruining the local plant life that makes Hawaii beautiful. I have to get behind places that have a positive environmental influence and has good food to boot. Duck Fried Rice- I was expecting a little more saltiness or seasoning. Maybe because I am used to Peking Duck. But had the yummy greasiness that I like in fried rice. Salmon Bellies- these were fatty goodness in all its glory. You may have heard of TORO from ahi tuna, well this is like the salmon version and add the smokey char. Eat this with some rice and you have a meal. This was my favorite. I would have liked a little green onion or herbs to top it off. Smoked Pork- Good smokey flavor, just needed to be a little more moist. Not as fall apart tender as I thought it would be. I think a little BBQ sauce would elevate it to be irrisistable. Guava BBQ sauce? That would be intriguing. Guava Bars- like lemon bars but with guava. These were moist and not too sweet. Nice treat. Smoked Pork Burger- again needed a little sauce or aioli to round it off. Too much bun and greens in ratio to the meat in my opinion. Was okay. They have some unique flavors and offerings and also serve alcohol. It is a great spot to hang out. Clean casual atmosphere on the inside. Or sit on their patio and and enjoy the views and weather of paradise. read more

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Apparently Anthony Bourdain came here in one of his episodes, so of course we had to check it out! This place offers local meats and plate lunch dishes, but SMOKED (who woulda guessed????) There's a lot more than your typical galbi, chicken, and BBQ!! Guava Smoked also offers a variety of interesting selections such as Salmon Belly, Butterfish Collar, Duck, Spicy Pork, and more! Moreover, they have their own smoked versions of classics as well, such as Smoked Loco Moco and Smoked Beef Stew. My favorite has got to be their Mac salad!!! It is decadent, and sprinkled with a bit of spice, which makes all the difference! We ordered the Smoked Chili Bowl and the Smoked Butterfish Collar Bowl. Some people say that the chili is better than Zippy's. I would say they are both delicious, so y'all should try both and decide for yourself! They are literally right next to each other anyways The Butterfish was good and the smokiness was a flavor that I've never had before - my only note is that it was chock full of bones, which made it a little difficult to eat. There is no way around that though I think? I don't usually get any bones when eating Hamachi or Salmon Collars but I guess butterfish are different. Still good nonetheless! We called in on a Thur evening around 6:30pm, and they were ready in about 10 min. Super fast and friendly service!! There is limited parking in their lot, and the restaurant itself is actually located on the 2nd floor. The entrance is behind the front row restaurants on Kapahulu, so if you drive towards Zippy's parking lot's entrance or Nanding Bakery, that's where you'll find the entrance for Guava Smoked. Overall, a solid takeout place. There's plenty of room to dine in as well, if that's more your jam. read more

Guava Smoked - Smoked Meat Chili Bowl - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I can't believe more people don't know about this place, it's so good! They smoke all their meat in-house using guava wood so all the meat has a complex interesting smokey flavor. We got the Mixed plate option with Butterfish collars and spicy pork and subb'ed rice for fried rice with mac salad. One mixed plate was definitely enough for just two of us. The owner and staff were super helpful in helping us decide what to get and to give their reccommendations to us. The Butterfish collars were super buttery and soft and had a strong fishy and smokey taste. There was no tough piece of meat at all! It did leave my breath smelling like the ocean for 6 hrs until I got home but it was super worth it! The spicy pork was super flavorful and each piece had a good combination of meat and fat. The heat is also very subtle and so good! The fried rice comes with non-spicy pork in it and was definitely one of the best fried rice I have had on the island. Also best mac salad I ever had in my life! When we arrived, their menu at the store said they were out of kalbi short ribs and out of salmon bellies. I would definitely want to try those next time I come. Also definitely get a guava bar while you're here. They're super flakey and have a rich guava flavor, If they were sold in a party tray then I would definitely get it. read more

Guava Smoked - Mixed plate with the butterfish collar and spicy pork. Both so good and mouthwatering - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Great quality BBQ- very yummy stuff! They ran out of fried rice before 7pm which was a total bummer but the smoked pork and Kalbi were tasty! I could eat a whole pound. Super casual vibe with indoor (kinda humid) and outdoor balcony bar-type seating. Definitely recommend watching the city and enjoying some smoked pork! Food didn't take long at all to come out and the staff wasn't super friendly but they weren't unfriendly. Overall, would def come back if I were craving some protein!! read more

Guava Smoked - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Came here for lunch this past Sunday with the brother and sister-in-law. Lots of indoor seating along with some bar style outdoor seating. Staff was friendly and efficient. We were brought waters and utensils to our table after ordering at the counter and seating ourselves. The food was good. We decided to try the fried rice along with kalbi, pork, and chicken. The plates come with an option of toss salad, mac salad, or kimchi along with 2 scoops of rice. The scoops of rice are literally scoops. Unlike almost every other plate lunch I've ever eaten with rice this place gives actual scoops instead of mounds. Good for people like me who aren't big rice eaters. Bad for people like my husband who can pound some rice. The kalbi was the most flavorful of the meats but my least favorite meat because of the large bones, little meat and chewy texture. I'm not a huge fan of kalbi because I never feel like you get enough meat for the cost. The pork and the chicken was good but not as flavorful as I had hoped. The bowl had a decent amount of chicken but I would have liked more of the pork that came with the mixed plate. Fried rice was good and I would choose that over the plain hapa rice. I liked that there was not a lot of bells and whistles to it. Chicken, pork, rice garnish with green onion, which we didn't get because my husband hates onions. There wasn't much meat in the rice but the flavor was there. My favorite thing by far was the guava bar! The crust was buttery, the filling was not too sweet, and not too tart. I would come back for this alone! I would like to come back and try other menu items. Specifically the hamburger steak (which they were out of) because it's made with pork not beef and the beef stew because I love me some beef stew,lol. read more

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So I Was apprehensive about coming here as I have only been to their location in Kalihi. However, for Father's Day this location is closer to my house so I went to check it out. Let me tell you, it did not disappoint! This place is just as good as their original location and the spicy locomoco with the fried rice was amazing!!!!! it was the best Father's Day present I got for myself. Much love, respect and mahalo to Guava Smoked! read more

Guava Smoked - Locomoco spicy with fried rice.... please excuse the plastic knife, meant no disrespect just trying to break the egg yolk. Mahalo - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Call 911 as I smell some smoke in the Kapahulu area! That's right Guava Smoked has another location and they are smoking up the place with some ono smoked meat. Guava Smoked specializes in using a special type of guava wood to smoke their meats. This place is every carnivore lover's dream as they have chicken, duck, kalbi, salmon bellies, Ahi and butterfish collars just to name a few. They have plate lunches which comes with two scoops of hapa rice (white/brown) and you can choose one side: mac salad, tossed greens w/creamy vinaigrette dressing or kim chee. From there, you can choose your protein or proteins as in combination plate. They also have burgers and sanwhiches but i like their pupu bowls as I have rice and salad at home all the time so just hand me over the protein baby!!! We tried their Chicken and Pork (they were all out of Kalbi which made me sad as that is my favorite). The flavor on both the chicken and pork was really good. I was a little disappointed that the skin on the pork wasn't really crispy but the flavor, tenderness and the pork remained juicy kind of made up for it but not100% so please make the skin crispy. Over all the taste was good and was dad approved. Yes my dad gave ut two thumbs up and that is saying a lot as he is a picky eater. I would highly recommend calling in your order and then coming to pick-up. I say that as there are a limited amount of stalls on the backside of the building (entrance on Campbell Ave), but there is also a municipal parking lot across the street that you can park at or look for parking around the neighborhood. They are located on the 2nd floor and the entrance is in the back of the building where the parking lot is. There is stairs and if you are looking up at the restaurant, there is a elevator to the left. Right next to the fountain drinks they have a tray of the secret sauces. Don't forget to grab one or two. Trust me, it enhances the flavor for sure. If you see or smell smoke, don't call 911, it's just the awesome food being cooked at Guava Smoked! read more

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Very good food. Reasonable pricing, good service. Three things for a winning combinations. Ordered pick up and their smoked pork plate. Sub's the max for green salad. I'm not a fan of arugula. As I've had it at their Kalihi location a few times I know what to expect and they've once again provided me with a good meal I'm very pleased with. Only down dose to this location is parking which is a draw back but something out of their control. Keep up the good work and we'll be back soon. read more

Flavorful Fried Rice! Spicy smoked pork is so ono. They were out of kalbi and I came a day too early for the duck but will have to try both next time. I Recommend upgrading to the fried rice...so worth it! Guava bar is tasty and service is friendly. Parking could be a little bit of an issue if their back lot is full. read more

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HIGHLY RECOMMEND eating here. Only been here a handful of times but every single one of em was super ono! My opinion: ***** - mac salad ... Whaaaat? Yes, the mac salad! You can even taste the smoke in this thing. It's awesome. ***** - Pork. Whether you get the mild or spicy, smoked to perfection. Good pork taste and never dry. **** - Chicken. Basic but good. Nothing bad about it. Only 4-star cuz not "Wow". ***** - Duck. Cannot go wrong with duck. Especially when it's smoked. Plus duck fat is way better than chicken fat. LOL *** - kalbi. This is the only one I didn't care for. But then again, just my opinion. ******** - Butterfish Collars! Oops, carried away with the stars on this one. Just be sure to GET THIS. Must try! By far my favorite item in the menu. The pieces are kinda on the small side but get nuff meat on each one. Use your hands cuz you're gonna want lick your fingers afterwards. Staff is very friendly and helpful. These peeps are the best. read more

Guava Smoked - Butterfish Collars are !!! - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We have been here a few times and each time the food has been SO GREAT!! We tried the smoked pork, the spicy pork and also the kalbi. All the meats were fantastic! We had both the plain white rice as well as the fried rice - definitely opt for the fried rice! I could have licked the plate clean of the fried rice it was just that good! Pieces of meat in the rice! YUM!! We also had the guava bars and they are so good too! Please try this place - you will not regret it!! read more

Guava Smoked - Spicy pork and fried rice - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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