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    L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

    3.7 (309 reviews)
    ModerateHawaiian, Barbeque
    Closed • 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Good for kids
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    Gloria S.

    Fast, friendly and yummy Private lot shared with other eateries Love the menu and the sauce is not yr typical teriyaki sauce Rice is soft and sticky Def returning when in the neighborhood

    Daw M.

    Fast friendly service Limited and tight parking situation Small dining area for eating Family vibes Kalua pork on point! Love the katsu with 2 sauces yessss thank you!

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    Raymond N.

    I've been coming to this L&L for years and will even drive out of my way specifically to order at this location even if another location is closer to me. In general I also do prefer L&L over other Hawaiian BBQ franchises such as Ono and Ohana since L&L generally gives bigger portions and doesn't skimp out on meat servings by putting a thick bed of cabbage underneath the meat. Parking can be hit or miss in the plaza but parking is usually available on the street. The restaurant is small with a few tables and chairs inside as well as right outside the restaurant. I usually order ahead for takeout and am always quoted a ten minute wait; this location always has food ready by its promised time! The ladies at the register are very nice as well. On my most recent visit I ordered a regular chicken cutlet with gravy (with brown rice). This location has the option of choosing brown rice instead of white rice with no additional charge. Usually the gravy is poured over the chicken cutlet but you can request the gravy on the side if you want. As expected, I had a huge portion of chicken and the regular plate could serve at least two meals. After a 15 minute drive, the chicken still had a nice crunch even with the gravy on top. The huge portion sizes and great customer service keep me coming back to the Millbrae L&L location. Aside from ordering takeout, I've also ordered party trays in the past; I was able to order party trays for pickup the next day with no problems. If the long In-N-Out line scares you away you can always go to L&L!

    Jack R.

    This L&L is odd. They don't have my favorite dressing with edaname on the salad and their portions are super small. Garlic shrimp: basically shrimp with shells tosses in garlic, about 6 of them. Salad was fresh but the dressing is cheaper than the dollar tree. The brown rice is horrible. The BBQ short rib is super dry and only 2 pieces. The Mac was watery and the rice was meh. Do NOT get the coconut pudding. It was super small, the size of the dressing practically and NO flavor. Waste of money. Won't be coming back.

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    C G.

    Homecooking with fast food convenience, I love L&L. However, would not recommend unless you have time to wait. I ordered ahead, came when they said the food would be ready, and still waited another 15 minutes. In fact, looking at everyone that was waiting for me and arriving after me, it looks like they started cooking only when I walked in the door to pay. If you are a planner like me, in order ahead so that you don't have to wait,, that's really irritating.

    Brian M.

    L&L millbrae is legit! One of my regular spots they never let me down on the food is always amazing!! The staff is super cool. Bbq chicken, musubi, katsu, lumpia its all delicious!

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    Tony M.

    I thought you can NEVER go wrong with Loco Moco. Boy was I wrong‍ I understand the prices for all the food went up but the quality of this burger completely went out the window. The thickness of the meat is thinner than the spam they put in their Musubi.

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    Josh J.

    Great food! Speedy service! Chill vibes and great food, what more could you want? Was dying for a taste of the Hawaiian BBQ that I grew to love, and this place hits the spot!

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    Must go to place, best chicken Katsu, very flavorful Kalua pork and good serving size. Very clean, quick restaurant, friendly staff.

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    Delicious food. Friendly greetings. Remember you even when you haven't visited for months because away on business trips.

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    What is their actual time of business? It says 10:30pm on Yelp but we was closed when we got there by 9:30pm

    Monday - Saturday 10:30am - 8:30pm Sunday 10:30am - 8:00pm

    How do I order food for delivery. I can't seem to do that on Yelp this is crazy?

    Use doordash, I don't think they support delivery through Yelp.

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    Jin Gege & Yao Yao - Bbq pork

    Jin Gege & Yao Yao

    3.4(163 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    •$$

    Been craving spicy food, and since it was hubby's birthday, we decided to come here for lunch…read more Don't forget to redeem your free fish dish if it's your birthday! They will ask to see your ID, so make sure you have it with you. We ordered the beef chow fun, which was very tasty, and the egg white and dried scallop fried rice, which was also very yummy. We ordered two different fish dishes because some of us don't eat spicy food. We got the free one prepared non-spicy and ordered another one that was spicy. We also ordered their string beans, which are a must-order for us. The place isn't very spacious, so if you have a large party, you might have to wait longer. The portions are decent and the food tastes good, so there's always a line. I would recommend coming earlier or later, after the lunch-hour rush, if you don't want to wait an hour. This place is inside a mall, so there is plenty of parking.

    Terrible customer service!!!…read more Very disappointed with the terrible customer service. After I declined the $0.15 plastic bag charge, the cashier ( glass wearing guy) became visibly annoyed. When I questioned why a piece of BBQ pork appeared to be included with my soy sauce chicken takeout, he became angry, yelled at me, and handed me chopsticks to find it myself. His behavior was extremely rude and unprofessional. The food was also disappointing. I will not be returning. I hope management takes this complaint seriously.

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    Z-One Kitchen - Pork & beef Chinese sandwich

    Z-One Kitchen

    3.6(72 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    Came by at 9pm because I got a big back . I wasn't able to do Ayce but no fret, the food was still…read morevery good. Iykyk, when the service is bad... that means the food is super good so go with open thoughts :D We ordered the lamb, beef, and squid skewers. Also ordered the liang pi and Chinese beef hamburgers. They taste authentic. Ambiance is a bit run down. I will be back for the Ayce :8

    Where do I start...from the casualness to the beer to the just the overall vibe...it's reminds me…read moreso much of my hometown Tianjin in the north. This place is kind of a hole in the wall with its self proclaimed "Texas BBQ" and location. Parking can be tough if the parking lot is full, and I wish they picked a better spot to open this shop. It's off the beaten path for most Chinese restaurants in the area. The prices for BBQ aren't exactly cheap, however that can all be mitigated since they offer AYCE at a price starting at $35 a person with drinks. I love their lamb skewers and chinese hamburger. Lamb skewers were seasoned to how I expected them - with a spice mix mainly consisting of cumin. I also like how they include a fatty piece just before the last piece, which is They also offer spicy powder on the side that you can shake on your order to make it more spicy. The Chinese hamburger was very flavorful and authentic and very cheap for the price - much more value than ANY fast food restaurant and a lot healthier! We also ordered a liangpi and cumin chicken, both which were decent. This place offers very fair prices for chinese BBQ if you consider AYCE, since I have yet been to a chinese BBQ place that offers AYCE. Food comes out pretty quickly, and service is welcoming, especially if you're familiar with northern chinese hospitality. If you can look past the fading decor, colored utensils, and overall hole in the wall vibe, this place is actually pretty good if you're from northern china and looking for a homely vibe! Just don't expect Texas BBQ even if its in the name.

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    Seoul Kalbi Korean BBQ - The spread

    Seoul Kalbi Korean BBQ

    3.8(1.3k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    •$$$
    All you can eat
    Takes reservations

    came here because another place had a long wait time, so medium hunger turned to AYCE hunger…read more Monday night wasn't crowded, seated right away. just be mindful parking is a bit of a headache in this area, we parked in the residential area fine. for banchan: bottom right mild not spicy bottom middle sweet vinegary beansprout flavorful, not spicy zucchini/carrot soy garlicky sweet flavor candied sweet potato cabbage meats: great quality. smaller portions, though. each person has their own sesame oil and salt + gochujang combo for brisket. we did the premium upgrade, which allowed unlimited kalbi vs 1 per person. we also mainly ordered rib meat, brisket, and wagyu steak service was attentive as well, only had to request drinks/water but they came often for meat replenishment. note: drinks are not included, and the seafood pancake we ordered was also extra. soondubu (tofu soup) was also basically miso soup when ordered as "mild" I had to throw my gochujang into it for any heat. will definitely be back, and won't come on a not hair wash day like I did this time.

    Me and my partner came to eat lunch and it was so good I had to write a review!!! I 100 percent…read morerecommend coming here. We are from Southern California and we don't have anything like this out there something close would be Japanese Bqq. The workers were amazing as well! Aug 26,2026. Will come back

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    Laka  - Chow mein (@joeynht)

    Laka

    4.0(171 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    Came to Laka for dinner and while it seems like they've done a 180 pivot from their original fare,…read moreI was pleasantly surprised to find that they offer breakfast all day. Words to my heart, you know. Despite being sold out on some of the items we wanted to try, we still really enjoyed what we did order. Portions were generous and not too pricy. Also, despite being late, their Chinese deli was still pretty fresh. The order of roast pork we had was well seasoned and featured that airy crispy skin to be completely envious of. That alone is a huge plus because we don't have a lot of places in the peninsula to pick up these items, especially compared to the city. The fish porridge was complete comfort. Texture was good and there was plenty of fish to go around. The pork noodles were deeply savory but the pops of pickled vegetables against the silky rice noodles also really hit the spot. The only dish that was a bit meh to me were the potstickers. The filling was a bit mushy and I'm not the biggest fan if the deep fried style. Pan fried is the king for me. Definitely keeping Laka as an option whenever I really need that comfort Chinese food fix.

    This restaurant serves delicious and filling food like the Hainan chicken plate and preserved egg…read morecongee, beautifully presented with crispy peanuts and ginger oil condiments. While the congee felt overpriced and many Tuesday evening items were sold out, the great taste makes it worth a return visit. Roast pork is apparently their signature item.

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    Smiling BBQ - BBQ Lamb, not bad! Kinda juicy from the fat

    Smiling BBQ

    3.0(131 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    •$$

    The lamb skewers, the chicken, gizzard skewers, and the beef skewers were good…read moreThe squid skewers were OK crunchy Do not get the kimchi fried rice It's literally like rice with oil and a hint of spiciness and more than a pinch of salt. The kimchi did not really have much flavor or a kick to it. When I went at opening, there literally was no one in the place and no person to greet to us We have to scan the QR code to order The ambience is very plain and kinda stagnant feeling The service people were very nonchalant Like they will look at you weird if you ask for more chopsticks, than the amount of people that you have Always ask for more napkins because they will not give you more if you do not ask

    You walk into Smiling BBQ and the first thing you notice is... nothing flashy. No trendy decor. No…read moreInstagram walls. And that's exactly the point. This is what real Chinese BBQ skewers looks like. The kind of place that doesn't need to impress you with aesthetics because the food already knows what it's doing. Family-owned, family-run. The staff is the family. And you feel it immediately, like you've stepped into a small neighborhood restaurant somewhere between Hong Kong and mainland China. There's a warmth here that can't be manufactured. The menu is simple, but every bite takes you back. From the beer selection to the grilled oysters to the BBQ itself... it's all honest, soulful, and unapologetically authentic. The kind of food that reminds you why street-side spots and humble kitchens often outshine overpriced "modern" versions trying too hard to be something they're not. And let's talk value. For the price? You absolutely cannot beat this place. Other spots charge more, dress it up, and somehow deliver less. Here, the quality is front and center... smoky, savory, deeply satisfying. What really blows my mind is how hidden this place still is. A quiet gem tucked away, flying under the radar, waiting for people who actually care about flavor over frills. This isn't a restaurant chasing trends. It's a place preserving something real. And honestly? That's rare.

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    Dumplings, not bad! I believe they were Beef dumplings

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    Han Sang - Gal Bi Jjim

    Han Sang

    4.2(503 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    •$$

    I've been here twice now, once for the Galbitang and once for the Galbi Jjim. The Galbitang was SO…read moregood! The soup was really refreshing, comforting, and flavorful. I would definitely come back just for the Galbitang. The Galbi Jjim was also delicious, although it wasn't my personal favorite compared to other restaurants. We ordered Level 2 Spicy, but it wasn't quite as spicy as we expected. The beef was very tender, and the sauce worked really well with everything. There were potatoes, radish, glass noodles, and kabocha mixed in, and all the flavors and textures came together nicely. Service was also really good and efficient. Everyone was super friendly and attentive. Overall, definitely a place I'd come back to, especially for the Galbitang!

    My favorite Korean dish is Galbijjim so I order it wherever I go to a Korean spot. My usual place…read moreisn't open late, so when I saw Han Sang was open until 10pm I decided to give it a shot. Inside is clean and staff are fast and polite. Unlike other places they offer to remove the bones and cut/mix the dish for you after they bring it out. Good portion of meat and clear noodles. My only issue was there was a lack of sauce. When it first came out the majority of the liquid was already cheesy, and by the time we were half way through all of the sauce had absorbed into the meat and noodles. I like to spoon sauce over my rice so I was a bit disappointed overall with their Galbijjim.

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    OX/RIB Jjim

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    Jinweide Lanzhou Beef Noodles - Braised beef noodles with wide noodles

    Jinweide Lanzhou Beef Noodles

    4.1(285 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    •$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Speaks Mandarin

    Very good noodle spot. Everything was flavorful, filling and fresh. If you're dining in at a table,…read moreyou order off of a QR code and everyone at that table can order amongst themselves with their own phone and it adds onto one order which was nice. My party came a little after opening and the place filled up pretty good after. Definitely recommend if you're up to try different types of soups with pulled noodles. Oil spill noodles were great!

    We stopped by Jinweide Lanzhou Beef Noodles in Millbrae for a quick late-night dinner. Parking in…read morethe area can be challenging on busy weekends, but we got lucky and found a spot about half a block away. We arrived around 8:30 PM and were seated right away. Place was welcoming and super clean. When you first walk in, there's a cute statue of a guy happily pulling noodles, which adds a little character to the place. The restaurant is mostly self-service; you scan a QR code at the table to order, while water, spices, utensils, and to-go boxes are available for you to grab yourself. Our food came out surprisingly fast. We ordered the Braised Beef Noodle Soup. The beef was tender, cut into bite-sized pieces, and served with some vegetables. I really liked the broth; it was clean tasting but still flavorful and comforting. The only disappointment was that the soup wasn't very hot. Since we came in fairly close to closing and I believe the kitchen closes at 9 PM, perhaps they were already winding things down for the evening. We also tried the chili oil cabbage, which was tasty, flavorful, and a nice side dish to have with the noodles. When you're finished, you request the bill through the app. There are suggested tip options, which felt a little unusual at first since so much of the experience is self-service. That said, the staff does bring the food to your table and clears everything afterward, so there is some service involved. Overall, the noodles were pretty good, the beef was tender, and the flavorful broth was the highlight for me. It's a convenient place when you want something warm and satisfying without spending a lot of time over dinner. We were seated, ate, and were on our way in about 30 minutes. I think I'll return to try other dishes.

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    Pickled Radish beef noodle soup

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