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    Kahu Hawaiian BBQ

    4.4 (196 reviews)
    InexpensiveBarbeque, Hawaiian
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Firey Chicken
    Rosa W.

    I was really excited to try this place. I was in town for work and this place had great ratings so I decided to check it out. I arrived around 7:00pm and the drive-thru was full so I decided to go in. I was able to walk right up to the counter and place my order for Fiery Chicken which came with two scoops of rice and a scoop of mac salad. I also ordered vegetable egg rolls as I was craving them. The food arrived quickly and was very fresh. They also provided a generous portion and the side of eggroll came with two. Once I got back to my hotel room I dug in. I went for the Fire Chicken first hoping for some spice and it had absolutely none. The chicken was tender and smokey but kind of bland and the cabbage underneath was watery. The rice was fine but lacked seasoning and the macaroni salad didn't really taste like anything. The eggrolls however were very good and well seasoned. I don't know if this was an off day or if this is the normally offering so I look forward to returning and trying something different. They had a good sized menu with decent prices so many things to choose from. I think next time I would try the bbq beef or the teriyaki chicken as they both looked tasty.

    Kalua Pork with Cabbage
    Cindy C.

    Kahu has to be the best Hawaiian bbq chain around. We enjoyed the Tucson location and when I saw one closer to home, we had to try it. The flavors were pretty darn close (if not same) as one in Tucson. The veggies were slightly overcooked here, but hopefully it's not recurring situation. Hawaiian bbq mix is my favorite which includes chicken, beef and ribs. All three equally tasty. Kailua pork isn't our favorite, but hubby wanted to try it. Service was excellent. Food came out super fast but still tasted hot and fresh. Highly recommend!!

    Hawaiian BBQ Mix  without rice
    Tonia C.

    Let me start by saying I'm not really a fan of Hawaiian bbq because of a few bad meals from another popular chain. I will say that Kahu surprised me. I brought my sons here after an afternoon out and I was surprised that they loved their food and were both satisfied. This is hard to do with teens who inhale food but are picky as well. This is fast casual food and it arrives nice and hot with plentiful portions for the price point. The meat was not rubbery or chewy. We used the drive thru so I cannot speak to the inside of the place but service at the window was friendly and a little slow but not a problem for me. I will try again if in the area with my hungry men!

    The inside of the restaurant
    Liz O.

    Service is 10/10 I felt very welcomed by the employees and the place is spotless . The food taste amazing ! And fast service! Even the employee asked us how was the food before leaving and It was a great interaction. Definitely will be coming back here

    Drive thru menu
    Arlene G.

    Still the spot guys! Food was perfect and portions are shareable. Don't forget to add a Hawaiian sun

    Look at all that chicken!! Hawaiian BBQ Chicken plate.
    Lolo B.

    Wow! Hot, quick, a ton of food and great service. I wish they were so much closer to me because I would patronize them often. Glad I found them today. If you a a big family (kids) the portions are fantastic for sharing. It's really a great value for quality food.

    Hawaiian BBQ Mix
    Alyssa D.

    This place was DELICIOUS!!!! We stopped here and we're starving and left so stuffed and we still had half the plate left!! The portion is insane for the price and you will have food for the next day or later that day ;) Cannot stress how delicious the meats were but the mac salad was on the overly creamy side but still delightful. The cashier seemed as she was not fully paying attention and was talking to other people but there's a screen on the inside (not drive thru) so you can check your order is correct before paying. The food did take a while for a place with a drive thru but it was so good I can't complain. Very casual dining with a lot of seating in the lobby. Don't know if they have a restroom or not as I didn't need to go at the time. If you're ever in the area you should stop in or even try the drive thru! i

    Kalua pork plate (smoked and shredded pork + fire chicken + macaroni salad + white rice)
    Craig G.

    The Phoenix area has a surprising number of Hawaiian BBQ restaurants: in the area for work, I went with delivery from Kahu for dinner after a long day of travel. The menu covers the standards: plates of white rice + macaroni salad with a few choices of protein (BBQ beef, kalua pork, chicken katsu/teriyaki chicken/BBQ chicken, seafood, et al). My kalua pork plate (shredded and smoked pork + chicken) was an overflowing container and enough for two solid meals. For the size of the meal, the quality doesn't suffer: the rice was fluffy, the macaroni salad creamy without going too heavy on the mayo, the pork smokey, and the fire chicken tender and zesty.

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    Great food and great value. Their beef sometimes is chewy. That's the only reason i give them 4 stars instead of 5.

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    Never disappointed. Kahu fire chicken is my go to.... Staff is always courteous. I've tried other Hawaiian restaurants and this is great.

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    Excellent, delicious and amazing! This food rocks and the service is great! Relaxing environment to eat and enjoy!

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    Asian Bryan is a huge food critic but comparing the prices and portions compared to ONO, this place should be higher

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    Got the bbq and katsu chicken plate with rice and Mac. It was delicious with good portions.

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    Always come here for Hawaiian Bbq never had an issue with the food or portions. Tasty and delicious always.

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    I love eating from this place, the food is good and the service is pretty quick. Also nice that they have a drive thru.

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    Little Miss BBQ-University

    Little Miss BBQ-University

    4.7(3.2k reviews)
    13.8 mi
    $$

    I really disliked brisket before I came here. Now I'm addicted to it! At least to theirs! I also…read morehad the pulled pork. Incredible! The ranch beans are to die for as is the potato salad. If I could give 10 stars I would but a full and resounding 5 stars it is!! Staff was as nice as could be! A 10 out of 5!! Loved it!!

    I would like to thank the staff at the hotel for recommending this place. What a hidden treasure!…read more Their food is absolutely fantastic. I had the brisket and pulled pork plate (I also wanted to try the ribs and sausage, but they were already sold out!). That gives you an idea of how popular they are. Great service as soon as you enter. The young staff were super nice and polite...great job by them. The indoor space (with cold AC to fight the Arizona heat) is small but clean and comfortable. They also have outdoor seating with fans and mist to cool you off. I took my order back to the hotel. Let me tell you, the food is phenomenal. That brisket was so moist and perfectly seasoned...gosh it was so good! The pulled pork was fantastic as well. The potato salad was great and definitely made on-site, not from a bag. The beans were really good too. I was really impressed with their offerings and will definitely go back on my next trip to Arizona.

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    Little Miss BBQ-University - The Jefe sandwich - smoked sausage, chopped brisket, sauce, pickles, slaw.

    The Jefe sandwich - smoked sausage, chopped brisket, sauce, pickles, slaw.

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    Brisket, Fatty Brisket, Pork Ribs, Turkey and Pulled Pork.

    Mission BBQ

    Mission BBQ

    4.3(140 reviews)
    16.3 mi
    $$

    Saw Mission mentioned on a YouTube video, that listed the five best and five worst barbecue chains…read morein the country.. Mission was #5 on the five best list. So we decided to try it out, did an online order for takeout. I had the brisket and pulled pork. Both were amazing. My sides was Maggie's Mac n Cheese. It's was sooo good. My roommate got the salmon, pulled pork and the Mac n cheese. She said it was very tasty. Both of tried the peach cobbler, and both agreed it's the best we've had. The woman that got my order together was very nice and informative. Do not remember her name. But the initials GD were on the first time card she gave us.. We will definitely be back. also love the fact they support the armed forces and first responders. And lived seeing a sign that read "Play like a champion today" Being a Notre Dame fan, that is Hugh bonus points. #GoIrish

    Decided to try this place because our favorite bbq spot ran out of brisket…read more Pulled in the empty parking lot. Not a good sign although it was early 4:30, on a Saturday. Had a good score (4.7) so we decided to give it a shot Nice place inside. Decorated with veterans in mind. Has a similar setup to Rudy's where you order/pay up front and they call you up when it's ready. Was kind of worried because the place didn't smell like bbq. Ordered the turkey and jalapeno sausage with a side of bbq beans. Has a selection of six different bbq sauces at the table. I wasn't too impressed with any of them. There is a mustard sauce up by the drinks that was pretty tasty tho. The turkey was dry. The sausage had decent spices but the skin was a little tough. Neither had a bbq/smoky taste. The beans tasted like canned pork and beans with sugar and bits of brisket added. All and all I wasn't too impressed and probably won't be back. The staff was friendly and helpful and I was hoping it would be better

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    Mission BBQ - You can see your food being prepared.

    You can see your food being prepared.

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    Brisket, pulled chicken, green, Mac n cheese,peach cobbler

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    Little Miss BBQ

    Little Miss BBQ

    4.5(1.5k reviews)
    11.1 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Full bar

    I'm visiting from New Jersey. A friend just brought me their pastrami. It's the best I've ever…read moretasted. Can't wait to try the rest of their mine on my next visit.

    As I sit here on my lunch break eating the last half of the last Green Chile Burrito I bought, I am…read moresaddened that Little Miss BBQ Sunnyslope location is not near me, lol!! People come here for the meats: brisket, ribs, pulled pork, BUT!!! Have you had this GREEN CHILE BURRITO?! I beg you to try it if you have not... most people don't know they even have it, but luckily, for my coworker and I, Director of Operations Matt, walked up to us as we dined in last Wednesday and let us sample the Green Chile. As most of you know, I can't hang when it comes to spicy foods, but this chile is THE EXCEPTION (even though it's only "mildly" spicy). We each ordered the 2 meat plate, but we were so appreciative of the sample he gave us, otherwise we would never have known about it. We ended up ordering 2 burritos for our lunch the very next day!! You can also add cheese to it! I went in again for the 3rd day in a row on Friday, since I'm not sure when I'll work in that area again (I was 10 min away all last week)!! I asked my boss if I could work there on Mondays and Fridays, that's how good this burrito is!! They also have a MEAN Pecan Pie. It's called Bekke's Smoked Pecan Pie and it too, is a must try item! Matt told us it's a secret recipe from one of their employees and the crusts are hand pressed daily. Using a machine is just NOT the same, and I believe it! Since I am not sure when I'll make my way back there, I also bought another pie on Friday. So far, I've only had 1 slice because I need to ration accordingly! Prior to my 3 visits last week, I went to this location last July, when a friend was visiting from out of town. The place is clean and welcoming, and they have the best customer service! On Thursday and Friday when I ordered online and picked up, my orders were ready before the estimated pick up time! Mark was at the pick up window both times and he rocks!! I had forgotten to ask for the Banana Pudding I ordered on Wednesday when we dined in. I called as I drove home, realizing I left without it. Amanda was super friendly when she answered the phone and assured me I would have it when I came the next day. Mark delivered and had it in my bag the next day when I picked up our burritos. Service with a smile is what you'll get here! You cannot go wrong no matter what you order here! The meats are absolutely perfect and the flavor profile on everything is mind-blowing! Do yourself a favor and ask for the Green Chile anything next time you're here. Tell them I sent you! Don't sleep on the Banana Pudding or Bekke's Smoked Pecan Pie, either. Something about that smoking process makes the pie stand out from every other pecan pie you've ever tasted, trust me. It's also NOT super sweet like you're probably used to. If you call in, you can't place an order by phone, so do it online and you'll get a text with an estimated time of pick up. You can skip the line inside, too. Just walk up to the pick up window and you're good to go when you ring the little doorbell. There is plenty of parking outside and they even have a large patio space should you choose to dine outside. Thank you, Matt, Mark, Amanda and the rest of the crew at Little Miss BBS Sunnyslope for such a pleasant experience every single time!! I will be back for sure! Don't forget to try the Prickly Pear Lemonade (spiked with vodka -- my choice of poison)! enJOY!!

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    Little Miss BBQ - The line inside (once you're done with the line outside)

    The line inside (once you're done with the line outside)

    Little Miss BBQ - Brisket, pulled pork, Mac and cheese, ranch style beans

    Brisket, pulled pork, Mac and cheese, ranch style beans

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    Bobby Q - Biltmore - Whole hog

    Bobby Q - Biltmore

    4.5(952 reviews)
    12.3 mi
    $$

    I recently started to pick up their 1lb shredded barbecue chicken. OMG! This is the second time in…read morea week I've ordered it. Pickup was easy, quick and the staff pitch perfect! Finally, their barbecue sauce remains legendary! It didn't last long enough for a picture!

    Wow! If you like bbq, you're going to love BobbyQ's!! Started out with a cocktail at the bar…read more Audrey was our bartender, as well as our server when we moved to a booth. Such a friendly and attentive young woman. We enjoyed chatting with her. Excellent bartender with great recommendations. I took her advice, and had the Prickly Pear Mule. Good flavor, and different than the ordinary mule. My husband had Makers Mark neat & a Dos Equis with a very cold glass. We moved to a booth, and ordered the smoked wings as an appetizer. They were outstanding! Served with carrots, celery, and 3 sauces on the side...buffalo, ranch, and bbq. It was such a generous serving , but we were determined to finish them. Next, we each ordered the 2 meat platter. I had St. Louis ribs with brisket, Mac and cheese, and the bbq beans. My husband ordered the baby back ribs, brisket, bbq beans, and pecan Cole slaw. We were both served a piece of cornbread which was so good. I also had a smoked Old Fashioned. The presentation was very well done! Finally, to top it off, Audrey brought a piece of chocolate with ice cream for my husband's birthday! The food was spectacular, and made us determined to return, possibly the next day for the fried fish! It's actually a 1 1/2 hour drive to get there, but well worth it! Renny, the manager, stopped by our table twice to make sure we were happy with everything. If you're a fan of bbq, check out BobbyQ! You won't be disappointed!!

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    Bobby Q - Biltmore - Rustic decor

    Rustic decor

    Bobby Q - Biltmore - Smoked sliced beef brisket- slow smoked with signature bbq sauce. French fries and their amazing brussels sprouts.

    Smoked sliced beef brisket- slow smoked with signature bbq sauce. French fries and their amazing brussels sprouts.

    Bobby Q - Biltmore - Beautiful interior

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    Beautiful interior

    Frasher's Smokehouse - Gooey butter cake

    Frasher's Smokehouse

    4.2(673 reviews)
    12.2 mi
    $$

    'm a St Louis native living in Tucson. When I heard that there is a restaurant in Phoenix that…read moreserves St Louis style food I knew I had to try it. We were recently in Phoenix and I knew we decided to stop by. I was just hoping and praying that Frasher's would not disappoint this homesick girl. We were greeted warmly as soon as we came in. Andrea was our server and she was attentive, kind and answered all of our questions about the menu. Moreover, she's a St Louis native so she knew her stuff. I ordered toasted ravioli (beef), a St Louis salad, and a cheese pizza with Provel. The t-ravs were spot on and the sauce was delicious. The salad was good and the pizza was pretty darn close to Imo's style. My heart was happy. My husband ordered the brisket and burnt ends and really enjoyed them. I will definitely be returning to Frasher's when I am in Phoenix but, to be honest, this restaurant deserves a little day trip from Tucson every now and then for a taste of home. Bonus: they also sell Provel cheese by the pound!

    And again.. I went to Frazier's for their amazing barbecue.. The last time I will ever go to this…read moreestablishment. !!!! My order was off. I originally ordered a half pound of ribs and then I changed my to ordered a 1-2 pound of rids .., I got a half pound or ribs less. I called..around 2pm . The gentleman on the phone was awfully rude. ( he hung up 2 times on me). Uncaring and couldn't care less. This place has beyond potential because of the amazing Food. It's the bad customer service that is blocking the potential of what it could be. Nobody cares , or understands how to run a proper business there. Kindness, peace of heart and understanding is what goes along way. There was no one I the restaurant except me. Perform the best customer service that you can ever give for a business or your establishment a company. I tried to give this company, business establishment the benefit of a doubt .. Was my last time , and I'm done! I see closure soon..

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    Frasher's Smokehouse - Brisket

    Brisket

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    Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q - brush wire in chopped brisket sandwich

    Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q

    3.8(846 reviews)
    7.9 mi
    $$

    Rudy's is good. Is it something to write home about? That probably depends on your exposure to…read morebarbecue. The concept is simple: order your meat by the pound, pick your sides, grab a dessert, and snag a beer, specialty soda, or fountain drink on your way to the register. The dining room is basically a redneck cafeteria, and I mean that as a compliment. Long community tables, no table service, and everything is self-serve. Honestly, I prefer it that way. I can grab as much white bread as I want, refill my own drink, never have to flag someone down for napkins, and I've had some great conversations with other patrons. The brisket is consistently good, and I always order it moist. The jalapeño cheddar sausage is another favorite, but the baked beans deserve their own mention. They're loaded with bits of shredded pork that add both texture and smoky flavor, making them one of the better barbecue sides around. Rudy's is one of those chains that doesn't feel like a chain. The focus is on the meat, and it shows. It delivers the consistency you'd expect from a larger operation while still feeling like a neighborhood barbecue joint. That's not an easy balance to strike, but Rudy's pulls it off.

    I hadn't been to this location before. Was trying to find something semi quick but good food. So we…read morehit up Rudy's out in good year. Walking was very welcoming. Place was very clean and everyone was very nice. We got up to the counter and the guys actually helped make the meal better by suggesting something a little different than I was thinking. I ended up with the 2 meat baked potato. Very good food. Will be back again.

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    Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q - Fountain drinks station

    Fountain drinks station

    Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q - Turkey, lean brisket and jalapeño cheddar sausage

    Turkey, lean brisket and jalapeño cheddar sausage

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    JL Smokehouse

    JL Smokehouse

    4.5(447 reviews)
    11.5 mi
    $$

    My husband took me to this restaurant after having tried it one time while visiting in Arizona. I…read morecould understand why he wanted me to try the food. It was exceptionally delicious. This what we ordered: Brisket Hot links Pork Belly Pork Ribs BBQ Beans Collard Greens BBQ Spaghetti Hot Water Cornbread Cedar Lane Lemonade Everything was flavored nicely. If I had to omit one item from our order it would be the beans. My favorite was the BBQ Spaghetti, collard greens and the Hot water cornbread. I thought the beans would have a bit more flavor, but I've never been a bean kind of gal. You will need to try it for yourself! The Hot water Cornbread was great. The texture was a little gritty, but still yummy. The shape is what caught me by surprise. It was round and flat almost like a pancake. The service was outstanding. Friendly and hardworking. The food came out in good time. There is plenty of seating inside and outside. Has a warm but rustic vibe. I would most definitely revisit this spot whenever in the area.

    On the Southside of Phoenix, the main thoroughfare being Broadway, you are in the black side of…read moretown. Like many of our cities, Phoenix legislated racial housing covenants. The whites stayed north because local industry made real estate in the southside less desirable. Slaughterhouses and rendering factories gave south Phoenix a black cowboy population. Sure, there are cowboy groups in California - West Oakland and Compton - but these guys are all LARPing. That is, they're playing the part. Weekend warriors. The afro-vaqueros of Phoenix are dyed in the wool, real deal westerners. So anyway, it's in this milleu you find AT JL BBQ. Alongside said cowpoke, you may, as I did, dine next to a couple 304s. It's an active neighborhood, what can you say? Neither here nor there, but the ephemera that adorns the walls is different than what you might find at a soul food place. It's decidedly more American as such. Speaking of the signage: one of them reminds you that bbq is not fast food and that a patient temperament is of the utmost. Yet, the smoker ain't going. The Cue been cooked. As for the sides, no one does greens and Mac n cheese a la minute. So if everything is prepared, why do I have to wait? I kid. I jest. The girl behind the counter was all by herself. Gave great recommendations. And even gifted me a bottle of water On this visit, brisket was sold out. Late afternoon: makes sense. They had pulled pork. Bites of the smokerd rendered fat therein had the effect of rocket fuel. Pork belly was even porkier than the aforementioned shredded butt. Ribs pretty good too. Mac: ultra cheesy. Pot liquor from the collard greens came in clutch for hydrating the more dry pieces of pork.

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    JL Smokehouse - The dining room

    The dining room

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    Brisket sandwich

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