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    Me's BBQ

    4.0 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    ME'S BBQ ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Kal Bi Bar-b-q
    Sandy L.

    Kalbi BBQ is great overall if you're looking for tender, flavorful meat, the kalbi really stands out. The beef is just okay, but the chicken wings were disappointing. They tasted dry, almost like they were fried ahead of time and then refried when ordered. The side dishes are decent, but honestly, it makes more sense to just order the meats. Service-wise, paying at the cashier is quick and efficient, but the wait for food is longer than expected.

    Oxtail soup and BBQ chicken
    Leslie N.

    Back here on the first day on the island! Still high quality and fresh ban Chan. Staff is so kind and friendly! Great dining area. I have been coming here for years and it is the best Korean food in Hawaii!

    Bi Bim Bap
    Karla G.

    This is a solid casual Korean spot that really delivers on both quality and portion size. For the price of the entrées, you get a generous amount of food, which makes it such a great value. I ordered the bibimbap and it did not disappoint. The banchan were fresh and flavorful, and the bulgogi that came with it was marinated really well -- tender, savory, and absolutely delicious. Every bite was satisfying. My brother ordered the kalbi ribs and he loved them. They were cooked perfectly and packed with flavor.

    Across my workplace
    Desirie P.

    Very friendly. Did phone order and ready when i got there. Also, its across my work place

    Entrance, in Pacific Monarch building
    Curt M.

    First time back since they moved, but ate at the original location for years. Kalbi was amazing, better than I remember. Lots of meat, great marinade. Sides were good, rice was well cooked. Same great food as always. The old building always felt a little dirty, and the seating was kinda gross. The new location in the Pacific Monarch is clean, comfortable, and has nice indoor and outdoor seating. Service is more user-friendly than it used to be, with easy-to-read menus. Ten years ago, the slightly-dirty, cash-only, confusing menu, and blunt service were part of Me's charm. But the food was always the important thing. I have not and will go to the fake Me's currently in the pink building (nor will I go to the Blue Ocean food truck owned by the same owner - because their outdoor speaker is obnoxious). I'm glad the original Me's stars in the neighborhood, found a nicer location, and most importantly kept their food the same.

    David B.

    This is my first time back since they moved! It's been a while but I'm so happy they're back. I picked up a couple plates for the beach and ordered their #1 kalbi and 17 combo beef/chicken. The kalbi was amazing! I would definitely recommend. The Beef and chicken was great for the kids. We ordered it with japchae, mac, and veggies. You can pick up to 4 sides for your plates and can double up as well. They had a lot of space to sit down inside. The service was fast, quick and very polite. Overall, I had a good experience.

    Kal Bi Bar-b-q
    Tish P.

    Came here on my last day in Waikiki based on recommendation from the hotel clerk. Went with the kalbi served with those cold behind sides. Meat...hot and delicious. Sides - well I read the warning on the reviews but it was still surprising. Service lacks a bit, dude wasn't friendly. Not mean but in the mindset that's outside of service industry. Like he probably doesn't need to be people facing. Place is a good size considering its location. Fair amount of seating inside and out. Steady crowd while I was dining, never crowded. Seems to be a whole background about this place and another location (signs around the restaurant) but being my first time in the city, well that wasn't my business! Pass me my food chileee...

    Kalbi and Bar-b-q Chicken
    Selena L.

    this spot was so incredible -- truly every bite was so flavorful and delicious. the staff was kind and I loved the open-air ambience, so relaxing after a day at the beach! the kalbi and BBQ chicken are a must try!

    Quynh T.

    We came here pretty late - just wanting to find something to eat. We noticed it was kinda odd to have another location with a similar name down the street, but upon a light yelp search it looks like they're feuding restaurants. I believe that this one is the original location which honestly, you could tell because the restaurant here was much nicer and felt more authentic. We came in within ten minutes of closing time and weren't expecting to be served but the servers took our order anyway. They were super nice for doing so. Kbbq in Hawaii typically means like a plate of korean bbq with meat, rice, and sides - usually kbbq around me means going to the ayce grill spots. We got a Galbi & Bulgogi combo and it was soo good! The Galbi was well cooked with a nice char - although noticeably a bit sweeter than what I'm used to. We also got five sides - fishcake, beansprouts, cucumber kimchi, kimchi, and mac salad. We shared a plate as it was a lot of food already! It came with a lot of food and we were so happy we visited :)

    Kalbi and bbq chicken
    Vanessa G.

    Food was delicious, we visited the little hole in the wall location. Service was great and the food was so darn good. If you are looking for quality BBQ this is the place to get it! The japchae is so good

    11/07/25 Friday beef sausage bento with rice and two fried over easy eggs
    Jenn N.

    11/07/25 Friday Working in Waikiki. I've been in and around the area and stopped into this location on the middle portion of - or about Ulunui Ave. and its next door to the Maguro Bros. Poke stop. in the pink building. I stopped in at about 7:15am on the 11/08 2025. and Lisa Marie was at the front ready to assist me. I ordered the bento breakfast with Beef sausage. there were two choices with the Bento. it was either Beef or Turkey I choose beef. I also had a choice of how I wanted my eggs and I asked for Fried over easy. and I stayed with white rice cause I was that hungry. It was a short wait and it was done very quickly. I manage to have ketchup, Tabasco sauce and soy sauce condiments. there isn't any issue with taking too much condiments they were pretty generous with them. Lisa Marie was so awesome as a worker there chatting with me while I waited for my breakfast. The only reason why I gave them 4stars is there is no option to do 4.5 stars and the reason for the 4.5 stars is cause I wish were more beef sausage pieces in my breakfast and that the egg was more cooked but I did ask for fried easy over and i did get the "bento" option being its the cheaper in the offering of entrees. I really did enjoy my breakfast and perhaps I should have gotten the more higher priced item for breakfast. I will post pictures shortly.(pictures posted 3days after visit)

    Indoor menu
    Long N.

    Impressed with their new location. Food was fresh. Did take awhile to get food but worth it. Long line so that's a good sign. Their old spot was taken over by a new owner but they kept the same name so beware. The original owners moved and their restaurant is much nicer and cleaner. We got a big dish to try several of the entrees. Worth it. Will be back for sure. Happy eating.

    beef
    Ben F.

    I got the beef bbq plate and it was 25 dollars. The beef was spectacular10/10! i tried a variety of sides potatoes 10/10 kim chi 4/10 noodles 5/10 the portions were very large so you could split a plate between 2 people. it took about 10-15 minutes to get my food.

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    10 months ago

    This is the OG Me's BBQ and it's absolutely fantastic! This was the first time having them and I was blown away.

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    10 months ago

    Food was amazing! we love me's menu, and the quick hot food. Same location and glad they finally reopened.

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    Everything was delicious. Very good service. No complaints at all. My son called it legendary

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    6 months ago

    Even though their spot got taken it's still the same awesome food. Their kalbi is delicious and in a large portion.

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    Ask the Community - Me's BBQ

    Anyone know if they're relocating?

    They're now open across the street from the original location! Address is updated here now :)

    Does this place card?

    They don't sell alcohol. But they do take credit cards.

    Does this place accepts cards? - Edit: cards accepted with 4% additional processing fee.?

    They didn't in the past but they do now. Cash is preferred, however. No Android or Apple Pay.

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    WHY WE WENT HERE: - dinner…read more THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located on the 2nd floor of a plaza off Kapahulu Ave and Campbell Ave - entrance to the the restaurant is accessed through the parking lot off Campbell Ave patio seating available overlooking Kapahulu Ave THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - indoor seating is comprised of high chairs and tables or booth seating - order and pay at the register; help yourself to the drink fountain; seat yourself - single person restrooms THE MENU: - plate lunches - burgers & sandwiches - dessert - bowls - pupu bowls - frozen to go... WHAT WE ORDERED: - Smoked Chicken with Kahumana Greens - Spicy Smoked Pork with Kahumana Greens - Smoked Kalbi Short Ribs with Kahumana Greens - Guava Slush THE TASTE: - kahumana greens was essentially a side salad; the dressing was like a lemony/tangy ranch, pleasant surprise and good - smoked chicken was a bit dry, but almost like a teriyaki chicken - spicy smoked pork wasn't spicy, moreso peppery; this was pretty good - smoked kalbi short ribs were both tender and chewy and just a LOT of meat in general CUSTOMER SERVICE: - we came for dinner but this is definitely more of a lunch place

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