Wow this was surprisingly good food!!! Located on Lincoln (cross street is Beach Blvd) the restaurant is tucked into a strip mall so pay attention as you approach. Walked in and was greeted by a friendly lady at the counter who helped me make my choices. I decided on the big kahuna family meal and a beef rib plate. Big kahuna - 5 stars. I couldn't tell by looking at the pictures, but this can feed 3 adults or 2 adults/2 children easy. The chicken, beef, and especially the short rib was delicious, and there was plenty of food to go around. I found myself wanting more of the macaroni salad and less rice, but it was all good. At $39 this is a solid deal and I would definitely order this again. Beef rib plate -- 3-4 stars. If you are a fan of beef ribs then this plate is for you. You get 4 ribs, Mac salad and rice, and portion wise, this is a good deal for the price. For me I thought the ribs were a little too fatty for me, but if you are a fan, this is for you. The meat just fell off the bone, and there was a delicious smoke flavor to the meat. I am looking forward to going back to MI bbq. I definitely want to try a short rib plate, and will definitely get the family big Kahuna meal asap. 12 read more

Matiki Island BBQ - 1. Beef Rib Plate (Sam's Plate) - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

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The meat had too much fat. The location is small, and crammed if you want to eat in. I don't recommend eating in on a hot day.

Best BEST Hawaiian style food out here. The short ribs are insane. The sauce probably has crack in it. I could eat this everyday. Mac salad is divine and somehow their plane white rice tastes otherworldly. Quality and portions are not lacking here. You definitely get your moneys worth. Don't think just do. 100/10 read more

Sam's plate -a little burnt, its okay because it's gonna be a fact that sugar marinades will char a little. If it's too much char, then it's inedible. I had 4 ribs with my plate and a mac salad. After eating half my food, I realized that there was hardly any meat to bone ratio and I was eating mostly fat and connective tissue. Service was good, the peeps were nice. I didn't see a public restroom which is weird because the food is hard to eat without hands and fingers involved. There's no free water (which is weird because California law states we are entitled to free water at restaurants) The food was good for what it is. I feel like I paid $20 for a bunch of bones though. read more

I came here with a friend because she was craving some bbq. The restaurant is located in a little strip mall, tucked away in the corner. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by a staff member. The seating is cozy but we came after the lunch rush, so only people picking up orders were there. I got the #5 and my friend got the #6. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful but the beef was the winner for me. It was so delicious! The Mac salad was so tasty too! The only downside is there's no bathroom! Not the end of the world, but just something to note. I'd definitely come back and would recommend this restaurant! read more

Matiki Island BBQ - #5. Chicken & Steak Plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

Friday my boyfriend and I came in for the first time for a sturdy meal and wow. We got the big kahuna to split and the rolls that are covered in coconut cream. Oh and spam musubi to go. First hit was the musubi. We had an errand to do before home. Delicious. The big kahuna. Let me tell you-- I have had my share of Hawaiian food because of my aunty over the years. This fired up my taste buds and I want to tell my cousins to get together for this. All the meats were tasty and I used my roll to eat some of it. We ate by 6pm and by 7pm I was out with a happy belly. I slept so satisfied. read more

This is all I got to say about this place, 10/10. The is the best bbq place I've been to. Environment and staff make you feel welcomed, don't go to any other place. read more

Matiki Island BBQ - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

I ordered the Beef Rib "Sam's Plate". So yummy and juicy.Hands down the best BBQ in South Cal! Price is totally reasonable and the portion is big enough, in my case,for 2 people. read more

I really wanted to like this place. I ordered delivery and maybe that was my mistake. If I was eating at the restaurant I would have sent my food back, it was that bad. The Chicken was burnt, dry and tough. The steak was not as tough but full of gristle and the Mac salad was bland. Could not recommend. read more

Matiki Island BBQ - "Steak" and Chicken plate 20.00 - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

Tried Matiki's again and still, without skipping a beat, their food is perfectly done! Generous portions and well priced. This place is consistent! read more

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Quick and very kind service at the counter! Chicken and kalbi plate was packed with food. Enough for two if you eat smaller meals but my boyfriend devoured his kalbi plate and I had leftovers for lunch the next day. Definitely a staple to add to my line up. read more

The skinny: Matiki is Hawaiian comfort food heaven -- bold flavors, generous portions, and treats that make you grin like you're on vacation. Service: Super friendly and quick. You order, and before you know it, you're walking out with a bag full of island goodness. Food: The spam musubi? Unreal. The rice is seasoned and sauced so perfectly that every bite is packed with flavor -- no bland bites here. The ribs are fall-off-the-bone delicious, with a seasoning blend that keeps you reaching for "just one more" until they're gone (and you wish you'd ordered extra). And then there's the DOLE WHIP -- yes, actual Dole Whip, sold in pints! Go classic pineapple or swirl it with vanilla for the ultimate island dessert. Environment: Relaxed and casual. The portions are massive -- one order could easily feed two or three people, so bring friends or prepare for some glorious leftovers. Overall: 5/5 Matiki's got it all: unforgettable musubi, legendary ribs, and Dole Whip by the pint. One visit and you'll be hooked. read more

Woah, the food is amazing! I got this delivered on doordash, and usually other restaurants will shorten your meal. The service is great, they filled up my plate to the max! It kept warm and still fresh! Short ribs 10/10, Beef ribs 10/10! And thank you to the lady who answered my question over the phone, thank you! read more

Sadly pretty disappointed, I've had this place a few times in the past was a few years ago but I moved 2hrs away so I was super excited to get it since I was visiting my family near by. Spent $80 and honestly my food wasn't great. My kalbi was pretty dry and tough Mac salad bland and for $20 a plate they could've definitely added more food on the plate. 2 scoops of rice seems just like a filler. Hate feeling like I wasted money... read more

the good : 1. servings are huge. the not so good: 1. Rice had too much water when cooked - so it's sticky 2. the macaroni salad didn't have a great flavor - just a lot of mayonnaise 3. The ribs are too greasy for me Husband will be back to order but i'll most likely order something else next time ('have the Kalbi plate) read more

Matiki Island BBQ - 1. Beef Rib Plate (Sam's Plate) - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

4.5 so rounding up to 5! I've had this spot bookmarked for a bit but never really got a chance to swing by. Happy that my cousin suggested we stop here on our drive down from LA because this is some of the best Hawaiian bbq I've had! What we ordered: * beef rib plate * kalbi plate The meat just fell off the beef rib bones, and both were so deliciously marinated. The portions are generous and good to share or to have leftovers afterwards! I will admit I wasn't as impressed with the mac salad when I initially ate my food but the next day, it definitely was better - maybe it was overshadowed by how much I enjoyed the meat lo If I hadn't just had a boba, I would have definitely gotten a dole whip too for dessert - guess I'll have to stop by here again! read more

The food here was solid. The staff were pretty friendly and we didn't have to wait very long for our order either. The portion size was above average I would say, so you get some pretty good value. i'd recommend you give this spot a try read more

I've been here before, but it was before I became a yelper. We went to "The Loft" because I wanted kalbi, but they ran out. So we came here instead and they had it available! Yay! And they give big portions, too! It was delish! I would definitely come back here again! Give it a try! You won't regret it! read more

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Pretty decent, most of the dishes are just ok but I gave 4 stars since the beef ribs are pretty damn good with great portions. Small amount of rice and mac though, sad time. read more

Nothing but aloha for Matiki's!! My fave Hawaiian restaurant--it's authentic and the absolute best! Don't order too late or they'll skimp on portions. And they won't have musubi :( That being said, I ordered the kalbi plate, no rice with double Mac. SOOOO good! Even though the meat was obvs a little old-ish (as in precooked in a large batch and left heated so it was a little dry), but it's SOO tender and flavorful that I was literally sucking the meat off the bones sooooo....yeah take that as you will, haha. My advice: get there fairly early to order and you won't be disappointed. Ever. Everything I've ever ordered is normally and always juicy and beyond delicious. But like I said, if getting you're an hour before closing, definitely expect an ever so slightly "lighter"portion (but I generally feel like that's to be expected so that makes sense to me and remain untroubled haha). Is the food still 10/10? Absolutely. This is the best Hawaiian food on the mainland--easy. Get extra Mac and teriyaki(??) sauce. I THINK they're one of the few gems that stay true to Aloha Shoyu so be sure to ask for soy sauce as well. Thank me later. read more

The food was incredible. We stopped in while visiting the area, and the first thing that struck us was the air filled with a sweet, smoky, savory aroma that made us hungry before we even got inside. When we reached the counter, the friendly lady behind it asked if this was our first visit. After hearing that it was, she warmly recommended the beef ribs and short ribs and we are glad she did. The meal did not disappoint. The portions were generous, perfectly cooked, and served with rice and a flavorful sauce that tied everything together. Every bite was rich, tender, and satisfying, the kind of meal that makes you pause and appreciate the flavors. Can't wait to go back. read more

The chicken and beef rice bowl was just the right amount for me. The beef and chicken were slightly dry. However, the sauce that was given made up for it. I love that sauce. The macaroni salad was more mustard base than mayo based. So beware when you get the macaroni salad. The restaurant was clean, had plenty of tables, and parking was relatively easy. The service was quick and the cashier was friendly! FYI order over the phone as the price is different when compared to ordering online! read more

Matiki Island BBQ - Chicken & Beef Bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

Service is not the best when ordering with an online service. If someone else grabs your order they will not make another order cuz its "not their problem". Saying that they will void any additional order you make. Critique is that they should not have their online orders so accessible. ANYONE OFF THE STREET CAN TAKE YOUR FOOD. I understand the owner is afraid of losing money, but when the customer is not at fault please make an effort to change and fix your problems. This is your reputation. Things like the owner is rigid and unyielding can make people not want to come back. Food here is good but do not order online, the owner and staff will create a bad experience to incomplete orders. read more

My partner and I shared one order of the Big Kahuna to try a little bit of everything. No regrets! The plate was packed and we still had some food left over. Highlights: The macaroni salad (10/10) - Very rare for me and my partner to find a macaroni salad that we both like. Usually the macaroni salads at other places are too watery or have too much mayo. This one didn't taste like it had any mayo, had bits of potatoes, and had a good, thick consistency. The meat (9/10) - Exactly what you expect it to be! We just wish the meat was hot/warm when we got it. We were surprised to receive it at room temperature. read more

Matiki Island BBQ - Big Kahuna - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

There was plenty of parking in this lot and tables inside to eat. We came on a weekend for lunch and it wasn't packed. We got our food fairly quick as well. Each plate came with rice and macaroni salad. You can also swap out the rice with extra mac. I wasn't a big fan of the mac salad, it was lacking in flavor. Short Rib (Kalbi) Plate- Very flavorful! The meat was tender and wasn't hard to chew either. Definitely shareable with another person. Beef Rib- The bones were huge and the meat just slid right off! I will say some of the bones didn't have too much meat on it. However, the meat was soft to chew and very flavorful. I paired every bite with rice. read more

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Legendary spot! The auntie at the counter was all dressed up and so nice. Make sure to come early on Sundays, musubis will sell out. Would give 10 stars if I could! read more

Absolutely amazing! The flavors of the food are explosive. I've been a few times and the service and the food are always fantastic. Highly recommend this spot. read more

Matiki Island BBQ - 6. Chicken & Kalbi Plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

Good food! After experiencing a truly unfortunately coarse meal a while back at Ono Hawaiian BBQ (for which I wrote "oh no"), l was skeptical about another Hawaiian place due simply to the once bitten, twice shy mentality. However, a cousin visiting from the East Coast made me think again, and l am glad I did. This Matiki Island BBQ serves quality savory meats in decent portions, and their prices are reasonable, though not cheap for a "hole-in-the-wall." read more

The foods are always consistent and delicious here. Very good barbecue. I would always go here every time I'm in the area or near by. Its like a must eat place. Service is good. Always friendly and helpful. The place is small and cozy. It's a bit wait for the food to be ready, but it's worth it. Just don't come in when you are super hungry! read more

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Not sure why all the raving reviews because I'm so disappointed !!! I ordered the #1 rib bones and #2 kalbi and it was DRY AF!! Not sure if I got a bad batch but I could barely even chew it. It tasted like jerky my boyfriend took a bite and also immediately said pass. It wasn't fall off the bone or melty at all. For kalbi, this is probably my least favorite order I've had. It wasn't fatty or soft at all. I honestly had better even from Trader Joe's frozen section again, hoping just a one off where mine got overcooked. But we didn't even finish them sadly. Mac salad was pretty good but not to make up for the mains. Sauce on meat also seemed not too sweet or salty which I appreciated. But why was the meat so tough :( read more

Matiki Island BBQ - So dry - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

The best quality food every time. Quick service and straight to the point. Family vibes.

Great bbq Mac salad is traditional not like chain restaurants cooked with love you can taste the seasoning the chicken was great and steak yummy read more

Matiki Hawaiian BBQ is a true lunch staple in the community. Generous portions, great quality food, fantastic service, and fair prices make it an easy go-to. Everything is always flavorful and satisfying, and you consistently get great value for your money. Highly recommend! read more

My favorite Hawaiian bbq place! I only wish I lived closer so I could come more often. The Fullerton and Anaheim locations are equally good. I ordered the kalbi combo (which I forgot to take a picture of) and the side of beef ribs. Both types of meat were flavorful, tender, and fatty. The Mac salad is delicious and they give 2 scoops of rice. Service is always good and there's plenty of parking. Can't wait to come back read more

Matiki Island BBQ - Side of Beef Rib - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

Great good. Highly recommend we all enjoyed everything we got for 8 people. All got different things

Came here on a recommendation from a friend and was not disappointed. Loma greeted me at the front and helped me with my order. She was very sweet and helpful, which I appreciated as this was my first time here and first impressions are everything. I ordered the #2 which is the short ribs and she told me the macaroni was "best in the world", which I joked with her was a high bar to set. I decided to get extra meat for $4 as I was pretty hungry, so the picture attached to this review included the extra meat portion. The place was pretty busy, but my food came out fresh in about 15 minutes which was a reasonable wait time. As for the food, the short ribs were definitely the star of the show followed by the macaroni. The short ribs were very flavorful and cooked well, but my only complaint would be that a good amount of what you get is just bone and fat. Thankfully, I ordered extra meat so I was able to get plenty of meat from all of the bones after picking through the fat. I'd recommend ordering extra meat if you're getting the #1 or #2. The macaroni was really good with a hint of sweetness, which contrasted the rich and savory flavor profile of the short ribs. The rice was decent and the sauce was okay, but was sort of watery and lacking in terms of flavor. Overall, an enjoyable meal at an okay price. I'll be back in the future to try their chicken as I've heard that's delicious as well. Would recommend this spot for those looking for a satisfying meal with ample portions! read more

Matiki Island BBQ - 2. Short Rib (Kalbi) Plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

Went to the one in Anaheim... Fire!! The beef ribs came off the bone with a lot of meat. The sauce was amazing. The short ribs were tender. The salad and dressing were unique and delicious as well. The service; A+. It felt like i was in a family restaurant ordering. Definitely coming back next time I'm in SoCal! read more

Matiki Island BBQ - 1. Beef Rib Plate (Sam's Plate) Kalibi ribs - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

Matikis is my go to spot for Hawaiian food if you're in the OC (Anaheim/Buena Park area. The beef plates are amazingly tender and cooked to perfection. Their Mac salad is also one of my top favorites to get along with my meal. Service is always top notch here as everyone who works there is never rude. Highly recommend coming here if you're looking for delicious & authentic tasting Hawaiian food! read more

The best Hawaiian BBQ I've had by far. The portions are huge and the meat was super tender and easy to eat off the bone. Flavor was perfection and the staff were really quick and friendly. read more

Matiki Island BBQ - Hawaiian Near Me - Anaheim, California

I've been coming to Maliki Island BBQ for over 25 years, and it's still just as good as ever. The rib plate is my favorite and has never disappointed. Everything is always freshly cooked, flavorful, and made with care. You can really feel the great family vibes behind the counter -- welcoming, friendly, and genuine. This place is a classic for a reason. read more