If you think 5,400 reviews are lying, let this one be the reason you make sure to visit this local…read morebusiness when you're in Honolulu. It was love at first bite for me with musubi and onigiri, so when I saw a spot dedicated to this deliciousness you better believe I made a point to go there! I ran even faster when StaciLei, Yelp Hawaii's amazing Community Manager, told me it's a must and gave me her list of greatest hits and must not miss items as a guide! Now I've had a lot of these in my life, and I must say, Iyasume are easily the best. See musubi and onigiri have humble origins as a quickly made homespun snack or on the go lunch, and when you spot them in the convenience environment they're often a giant ball of rice with a tinge of protein or seasoning for flavor. At Iyasume, these are culinary adventures, stacked with ingredients, all in handheld form, and the variety they offer is IMPRESSIVE! Of course musubi starts with the classic, SPAM. I had to order the kimchi + spam, shiso + spam, and unagi + tamago + spam, all of which were awesome (even the next day!). Onigiri here are actually layered with ingredients, so you get them in every bite, unlike the convenience store versions! They have a HUGE menu, and I went with spicy mentaiko and salmon, spicy mentaiko and ikura, ikura and salmon, and tuna mayo curry, all of which were great. I LOVE that they make these to order. You can see the line in the back hard at work, and they're very fast. You're sure to encounter a line when you arrive, but don't be scared, it moves quickly. I only had to wait about 5 minutes for mine to come up! Well worth it. Reasonably priced. Very filling. A taste of Hawaii and Japan in one place that'll have everyone smiling!

Friend recommended this spot and I'm grateful she did. There were so many fresh and interesting…read moremusubis to choose from. I bought kimchi spam, eel spam, inari spam, and a furikake rice ball. Didn't really interact with staff as they didn't offer to help while I viewed the items and I selected my items fairly quickly. I found purchasing four musubis very affortable. Finding parking was tough and expensive in the area. Not the restaurant's fault and probably drivers are not the bulk of their business.

I had the spicy 3-piece Chickenjoy (bone-in) combo meal with the Jolly Spaghetti, mashed potatoes,…read moreand an all-you-can-drink Diet Coke. The chicken skin had a nice crunch to it and the meat was juicy (not super oily, but juicy.) The mashed potatoes and gravy weren't bad. They were not super fluffy but a little more on the dense side. (Nothing bad, just dense.) The gravy was somewhat runny with just the right amount of saltiness. The spaghetti was surprisingly good! It's been a few years since I've gone to a Jolly Bee and I had imagined the spaghetti to only be sweet and savory. It was actually pretty good! (Not in an Italian way though. It was a little spicy, which I loved! I wasn't expecting it to be spicy so it was a very pleasant surprise! It was a tad sweet...just the right amount! (There isn't a 3-piece combo on the menu, but the server was kind enough to accommodate my request for an extra piece of chicken.) It came with a container of gravy that made me wonder what it was for, immediately. Then I remembered all the commercials and YouTube videos where food reviewers either slathered their chicken with the gravy or they dunked it into the gravy. I was so hungry that I forgot for a few seconds that the gravy was for the chicken, thus I drank most of the gravy!! The dining area is constantly cleaned and draws a diverse crowd. Because it is at the beginning of downtown it does attract some homeless people as well. But, that's life in the big city, right? When I went to the restroom I found it amusing that a male Jollibee employee was changing his shirt. It seemed he was done for the day. Overall, it was a pleasant meal. There's not much to be said since this is comfort food, not gourmet food!

We always stop in here at least once when we visit Hawaii (we have some at home, though they are…read more~20 miles away). Service is okay and the food quality is consistent for what you get/pay for. The surrounding area is a little run down, and if you are from out of town, might feel a little scary, but I've never had any issues while eating there. This past visit, they came out with the chicken nuggets which we tried. They looked like over cooked chicken stones, but inside, they tasted okay. Our order is almost always missing at least one item, the wait times are extremely long for food, and even when the app (if you order on the app) says your food is ready, it's usually not. I would still eat here again.

Another amazing dinner from Betty's! My typical order is a BBQ Burger, Fries with a side of ranch…read moreand cholula, and can't forget about the Peanut butter milkshake. It is seriously to die for. Did a takeout order and was ready right when I got there. Service was sweet, quick, and easy. Looking forward to the next time already!

This Burger place will always have a special place in my heart. The Burgers are always spectacular…read moreand the French fries are not some cheep premade nonsense, they definitely seem homemade. The atmosphere in here is also super fun. A very old school chill vibe that reminds me somewhat of Ruby's Diner.

I can't believe I haven't written up a review yet for this spot because I have been here countless…read moretimes. The duality of the place is exceptional because you can get customized malatang with all the add ins you could want but also a whole chicken, shrimp burger, and even chicken feet. One of my biggest pro tips is getting their spicy chicken rolls for the plane when traveling. It's super compact, can last overnight, and is flavorful without having a strong smell. I'm also a big big fan of the spicy chicken sandwich which is pretty simple with just lettuce added on but so good. Don't miss out on the popcorn chicken either. It's all fresh made-to-order and the breading, especially the spicy blend is delicious. Parking can be tricky but I often get lucky finding street parking.

Their noodles had the perfect amount of spice and you could adjust the spice levels. I also love…read morethe service here! The waiter is very attentive, and he pays attention to your needs and if you need something and he is very helpful and kind. I also love how they had some Chinese music playing in the background as well.

Never ate a this chain before, but it was so good I am glad I tried it. Got the chicken fingers…read more combo. The chicken was a delicious, moist white meet. They gave you a toasted butter roll which they provided a delicious dipping sauce. The fries were very good. The food was so fresh it was hard to hold the chicken because it was so hot.

Kaila and the rest of the staff were so helpful! :) Good service is a great reason to come back to…read morethis location.

Always hits! the classic scampi is so delicious. i love the eating hall space - chill and clean…read more service always on point. mahalos!

Have not returned to this location since my last review 5 years ago. My son asked for Giovanni's so…read morewe decided to drive to town at the H Mart location. Today was a lot better, ordered the shrimp scampi and tasted just like driving down to Kahuku or North Shore. The shrimp were a lot smaller, but they give a little more than the normal 12 shrimps. Glad it was a lot better, now I can come back again!

Everything about this little shop is awesome. I believe the owner was there to take our order and…read morethe menu is pretty straight forward. At the time, he stated that him and his partner were in a competition to see how many triples they could sell, but figured I'd keep that in the back of my mind for our next visit. We came here on a recommendation from my boyfriend's coworker and I'm glad we came! The burgers and fries were made fresh. There are only a hand full of tables inside and a small bar area, but there is also outdoor seating outside, too! A neat fact is that there were pictures posted from when the shop first opened up and to see They Daley as a fixture in Chinatown is amazing since they've stuck around and adapted to the development around. The burger was delicious, too. They have an aioli sauce that was good with diced up pickles. Usually I request no pickles but the small bursts really added to the texture and feel of the burger overall. 10/10 would come again!

This was my first visit to The Daley in years ... I love their burgers, and most time their fries,…read morebut my last order was left wanting. I'm pleased to report that this latest order contained a perfectly prepared burger and a bag of crispy fries (as ordered). The remaining nitpicks were: 1) having to wait an additional 10 minutes past the time the order was supposed to be ready, 2) paying $6 for a bag of fries. Increase the price of the burger by $1 and reduce the price of the fries. Yes, the total would be the same but the value would be where it belongs. In any case, $10 is money well spent for a great burger.

Zippy's on King Street and Piʻikoi is a great late-night spot for comfort food. The space is…read morebright, well-lit, and nicely air-conditioned, with a relaxed evening atmosphere that makes it easy to settle in and enjoy a full meal. I ordered the Korean Fried Chicken plate with a mini Portuguese bean soup, and both were excellent. The soup was hearty and comforting, filled with celery, carrots, macaroni noodles, kidney beans, potatoes, and sausage. The Korean Fried Chicken was the highlight of the meal. The chicken was crispy and coated in a delicious sauce. Paired with rice and mac salad, it made for a satisfying late-night dinner. The service was good as well.

Zippy's is a local fast-food Hawaiian-style restaurant. Came here for a night dinner and went to…read moreeat inside. The inside is being remodeled so the top of the area was covered with a tarp. You ordered from the front cashier and the cashier was super nice and overall had a chill vibe. We ordered the loco moco plate and also the Korean fried chicken plate. Also had a side of chili. The macaroni salad was really good. The Korean fried chicken was actually pretty decent. Overall a solid fast food meal. I would get a bite from here as prices aren't too expensive and the portions are huge.