A friend hyped up the Fried Mochiko Chicken Plate at Diamond Head General Store, so I finally had…read moreto try it for myself. After going, I can say it definitely lived up to the hype. The Fried Mochiko Chicken Plate was a 9.5/10 for me. It comes with two scoops of rice and mac salad, and even though the menu does not mention it, there is a soy glaze on the chicken that really makes the plate stand out. The chicken had a nice crispy bite, and the glaze added that sweet and savory flavor that made the whole dish feel more memorable. I also tried the Crunchy Chili Garlic Chicken Plate, which I'd give an 8/10. It has a good spicy kick and is a solid option if you like bolder flavors. The only thing I'd mention is that it does lean a little salty, so if you are sensitive to saltier food, that is something to keep in mind. If that does not bother you, it is definitely still good. The spot does get pretty busy, but it felt worth it. It has that casual local comfort food feel, and I can see why people recommend it. I would come back again, especially for the Fried Mochiko Chicken Plate. Overall, Diamond Head General Store is worth checking out if you are in San Bruno and craving Hawaiian-style comfort food. The Fried Mochiko Chicken Plate is the main reason I'd return, and it is a dish I would recommend trying at least once.

It is probably good I live almost an hour away because DAAAAANG this place is so good!!! I'd spend…read moreall my money here if I was any closer. The food was legit. The music was on point. The vibes were straight out of Hawaii. I LOVED my visit here. The mochiko chicken was so good. It rivals the best places in Hawaii and I say that as a self proclaimed mochiko chicken critique haha. The onigiri were awesome too. Next time I'll grab some other snacks too. They've got it all! I'll def be back!

We had our daughters baptism lunch here (party of 15) and had such a great experience! First off-…read moreNoelani communicates quick & efficiently if you send an email about a larger party. I felt taken care of before the lunch had even happened. The lunch itself was great- we did family style food and everyone loved it from the appetizers to the entrees and yummy sides. You really feel like you're in Hawaii on their back patio! Maria was our server and did a great job handling our group. Forever a special memory for us! We did the chicken lumpia (amazing), spring rolls and coconut shrimp as appetizers. Beef short ribs, chicken katsu & teriyaki chicken as entrees. Wouldn't change a thing on the menu we chose. It also comes with rice, salad and macaroni salad. Thank you Noelanis!!!

I anticipated this would happen, but dining at Noelani's makes me miss Hawaii so much. I truly felt…read morelike I was in Hawaii and not the Bay Area once we settled down and ate. FOOD: 9/10 DRINKS: 9/10 SERVICE: 9/10 AMBIANCE: 10/10 What we ordered: Island Sliders (Spam, Kalua Pork, Katsu) Fish Tacos Pork Belly and Pineapple Bites Lilikoi (Passionfruit) Margarita Mai Tai FOOD: 9/10 The food is flavorful and yummy, as well as served hot. Of all the things we ordered, I think my favorite is the Katsu Sliders, which shocked me because I am not a fan of katsu lmao as it is normally underwhelming, respectfully. DRINKS: 9/10 The drinks are yummy, and you can definitely taste the alcohol in the best way possible. Strong, but not to the point where it overpowers the different flavors within the drink. The garnishments for the drinks are the cutest! SERVICE: 9/10 The staff are very friendly, attentive, and served the food at a decent time, considering how packed they were getting. AMBIANCE: 10/10 My absolute favorite. Everywhere you turn, there is a piece of Hawaii in every aspect of this restaurant in unique and eye-catching ways. The live music is my favorite and very good! I love all the island reggae hits sung as well as covers of different popular hits. I would say the ambiance and live music are what make me feel like I am in Hawaii for sure. You definitely feel the Aloha spirit out here!!!

Craving meat so I had to drive out of the city to San Mateo. It's the only place within 20 miles of…read moreus where my wife likes the Mac salad, so it's worth it. I get the short ribs -- they are always meaty, with enough char but not burnt, and great flavor.

I've been here before and this visit was a step down. I picked up a spam musubi and a macaroni…read moresalad, both affordable at $3.79 each, but the savings aren't worth it if the food doesn't deliver. The spam musubi was overly salty and the sauce they used overpowered everything else. The macaroni salad had too much mayo and was borderline inedible. Two simple things, two misses. I'm a little surprised given the high rating on Yelp, but this visit didn't reflect it. I'm always on the lookout for the next great Hawaiian BBQ spot. Unfortunately, this one isn't it.

I ordered the Seafood Combo with the Chicken Katsu, and the portions were so large that I couldn't…read morefinish the whole thing (which I consider a GREAT thing for a meal just slightly over $20 dollars)! The chicken was the best part, especially with the sweet and sour sauce, while the rest was decent as well. Next time, I'll just have the chicken alone tho. Gonna try out one of their burgers next!

the garlic shrimp was very good. this location is just as good as millbrae. if not better. thank…read moreyou for saving this location!!

I was surprised by this spot! Both of my drinks were really good…read more Ube Taro - Less Sweet: perfect sweetness, taro and ube flavors equally shined through. There was ube pieces which were a nice firm texture and not too overwhelming. The boba runs on the softer side, but I like that. Dracula - strawberry forward with some hints of ube. It was also delicious at Less Sweet and goes well with lychee jelly. I would come back! the drinks were not syrupy, and the natural flavors really popped out. Service was fast and friendly. Good amount of seating inside

My first and last time here. I got a strawberry lemonade here and it was way too sweet. The boba…read morewas super mush and soft. The drink came out fast but was so bad. Order at the self order kiosk.

Wow! Amazing place! Amazing food. This reminds me of being in Hawaii. Authentic look and feel and…read morefood. Its great to see a Hawaiian spot in this area. The people here are friendly and skillful. Chicken katsu, musubi and all the greats.

I've DoorDashed William BBQ a couple of times. I tried the wagyu beef once and it was unfortunately…read morea miss for me. The beef was difficult to chew and super stringy. After that, I gave them another shot and ordered the grill shrimp (meals come with rice, mac salad, and broccoli). This one was great! Shrimp and broccoli both cooked really nicely - broccoli is tender with nice grill taste, and shrimp has great texture. Mac salad isn't too overpowering which I like. I've gotten this dish several times now and I would continue getting it. Portions are very generous here as well.

DELICIOUS MODERN FILIPINO IN SAN MATEO…read more Ambience: 5/5 Conveniently tucked in the middle of other restaurants and plenty of street parking with garages nearby. Both outdoor and indoor seating is very cozy and great vibes. Service: 5/5 The customer service was absolutely out of this world, our waitress Samantha and the manager Ken have the best personalities. Felt so welcomed and accommodated, quick service too! Food: 5/5 We ordered as much as we can to taste it all, and we enjoyed and came out of there completely satisfied. The lumpia, fried tofu, Filipino ceviche with grilled pork belly, grilled squid, bangus sisig, sinigang soup, garlic rice, and dessert were all just delicious. They even customized a Calamansi lemon drop for me and how refreshing! Overall: 5/5 Absolutely amazing and worth the trip here. Can't wait to come back and try everything else on their menu!

Food 10/10. Amazing flavors. Everything is fresh. The drinks are great. They made a special drink…read morefor my wife, calamansi drop. Service 1000/10. Our server Samantha has been the best. Tentative to everything we need and provides details on the dishes with great recommendations . The manager Ken has been checking in on us and makes us feel like family. The vibes are great. Elegant and simple, definitely makes me feel like I'm getting a little from the Philippines.

I love the food,vibe, and everything overall. I been going to this place for 3 years now and it's…read morestill the best. The service is amazing the staff are quick and take their time making sure the food comes out right.

I went here for a quick meal to take home for dinner, and it did not disappoint…read more I wanted something to eat on the road so I ordered their pork tonkatsu sandwich. I loved it! It was thick piece of tonkatsu and the bun was soft, the katsu sauce added a little bit of sweetness which was nice. Definitely would get more katsu sauce on the side or add some kind of hot sauce to take it to the next level. Either way, this is something I'd eat all the time. Very satisfying! I also got the beef teriyaki bento box and I was shocked by the amount of meat they give you. Most places skimp, but they provide a great amount, which could probably be split into two smaller meals. The salad was good with the sesame dressing, the mac salad didn't have much flavor though. While it could use a bit more seasoning, a little salt added at home did the trick. Either way, a solid meal for under $16. Overall, really solid meal at great prices. No frills. Would definitely return if I'm in the area and in need of a quick and tasty meal.