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.

Food was fast with options for varying levels of spiciness as well as different soup bases. However…read morethe selection of vegetables and meat were limited. Some the veges, meat, and tofu were not very clean. The popcorn chicken was surprisingly good. Probably one of the best I've had. Service was fast. The name of the place is actually Overlord Chicken.

I have tried a lot of Korean fried chicken places, and BBQ Chicken Kahala is still my number one…read more The chicken quality is truly outstanding. It is crispy, juicy, flavorful, and consistently cooked so well every time. That kind of quality is not easy to find. The boneless chicken in Secret Sauce is a must-try, but the real surprise is the Spicy Galbi Boneless. That is the hidden gem on the menu. It is unbelievably delicious and full of bold flavor while pleasantly spicy. Once you try it, you will understand why I keep coming back. Also, their french fries are a must-try menu. What really sets BBQ Chicken Kahala apart is that the food tastes premium and carefully made, not rushed or ordinary. In my view, this is the best Korean fried chicken I have had anywhere. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves great chicken (and fries).

I want to like the restaurant. I love one of their flavors, but I dislike pretty much everything…read moreelse. They only serve food with extreme flavors, except for the golden fried flavor which is terribly bland and far from great. I like sweets, so I like their honey garlic wings however if you don't like sweets you will not like this. It's almost like candied wings. But it's so sweet, I can only have a few. Tonight I also got the pepper wings. It's chicken wings with a thick layer of black pepper. Remember how I mentioned extreme flavors This was terrible. It was like pouring black pepper in my mouth. I know it's called their pepper flavor but there are other dishes that are very black pepper forward and taste awesome such as steak au poivre, southern pepper gravy, cacio e pepe. I've been here four other times since they opened maybe four years ago. I can't remember the other flavors that I've tried but I remember disliking them for the exact same reason. Food flavors alone, 2 stars. I added a third because service here has always been great.

Located on the corner going up saint Louis drive. Very…read morelimited parking out front. We order the honey butter chicken. Soooooo gooooooddd! Also ordered the honey butter fries. Super good! The aunty here doesn't speak English very well, so it was hard to understand her and she had a hard time understanding me. Very small location but very clean.

Chicken was undercooked, this best flavors were not so flavorful. got take out and brought it home,…read more5 mins away. Chicken was cold, should've at least been still warm. Not sure if it was sitting for a while and then they just added the different sauces and or seasonings. Staff was nice, food not so muc especially for the price. Would not come again.

What an amazing find! Affordable, fresh, Hawaiian cuisine. Service was great, everything came out…read morequickly and super hot and fresh. A perfect end to a long day of surfing in Waikiki! I will be dreaming of garlic shrimp and their Katsu for the rest of my life Thanks so much, LMDI!

Tried Loco Moco Drive Inn and overall had a really good experience. Everyone in our group ordered…read morethe loco moco and it definitely lived up to the great reviews. The meat was juicy and not dry at all, and the gravy had really good flavor that tied everything together nicely. We also tried the short ribs, which were fairly good. They were a little fattier than expected, but still tender and tasty overall. The mac salad was probably the weakest part of the meal since it was a bit flavorless compared to everything else. Low key and fast service.

A Perfect Day Off Slice…read more Nothing beats a lazy day off with my little guy, and when hunger strikes, there's only one place on my mind -- J Dolan's. Tucked away in Kahala, this beloved pizza pub is my absolute go-to, and today it did not disappoint. The moment you walk in, the staff greet you like an old friend -- warm, welcoming, and genuinely happy to see you. We settled in, ordered a pie (perfectly crispy, gloriously cheesy), and I cracked open an ice-cold beer. Pure bliss. There's something special about a spot that consistently delivers -- great food, great vibes, and an atmosphere that just feels right. Whether you're with family, friends, or flying solo, J Dolan's earns every bit of its reputation. If you haven't been, fix that. This one is a must-visit. We'll definitely be back.

It was my first time eating here with my family on a Sunday. It is a large space, which includes a…read morebar as soon as you enter, a patio area, and dining tables in the middle of the restaurant. The calamari was okay, but not as crispy as I'd want. My husband and I shared a pizza, and it was perfect for the two of us. There was a kids' coloring page, which helped my boys entertain themselves while they waited for their pizza to arrive. Happy Eating!

We planned a Valentine's staycation for the family in Waikiki and happened to stumble upon Good…read moreChicken inside STYX ASIA. When you're always on the hunt for great fried chicken, you can't really pass up a place literally called "Good Chicken" and they definitely lived up to the name! The establishment is cute and cozy with tables available for dine-in. As soon as we walked up, we were kindly greeted and a table was set up for us immediately. After getting settled into our hotel, we were starving, and everything on the menu looked incredible. We ended up ordering the Garlic Chili and the Honey Shoyu chicken. It was exactly what you want when you're craving KFC. The sauces were spot on, chicken had a perfect crunch in every bite and the meat was incredibly tender. To make our dinner feel like a complete, we also added a few other items to the table. We had the pork mandoo and loved that it was clearly homemade, you could really taste the difference. Those extra sides were the perfect finishing touch to the feast. To be honest, if it weren't for this staycation, we probably wouldn't have headed into this part of Waikiki, but I'm so glad we did. Next time we stay in the area, this will definitely be on our list of places to repeat. If you are in the Waikiki area and looking for delicious Korean Fried Chicken (and a Kama'aina discount!), look no further.

I love this place - but not the location. The food is SO good and fresh. Nothing is just reheated…read morebut started when the order is placed. My favorite is the garlic chili chicken wings plate lunch. The rice is just right - not too much and cooked just right. It comes with a healthy green salad. I did try their kalbi plate and was pleasantly surprised at how good it was - soft, tasty, thin, easy to eat. This is my go-to place for potlucks - I order the 20 piece garlic chili chicken wing pan. But, like I said, the location - in Waikiki - is not great. I park at the Ross parking lot across the street for 2 hours validated parking (buy a 99¢ shopping bag and get the stamp) and walk over. One day I was running late, it was a Tuesday (senior discount day at Ross), parking was not existant so I had to wait and wait. When I told Jay (the owner) about it, he said that next time I can just call and they can bring the food up to my car on the street. Next time for sure!

I love fried chicken and Vons does not disappoint. Must try Korean style chicken wings went in…read moreHawai'i

Waited almost 20 minutes for my plate and chicken was not cooked through. I took it back to the…read morecounter and asked her to cook it a bit longer, and I was pointed to a sign that said something about "pinking in poultry" and assured that it was fine to eat, but based on the look of the chicken I was not comfortable eating it at all. I uploaded this picture into chat gpt with the business explanation of the pinking in poultry and according to AI, "Pinking" can happen in cooked poultry -- but what you're showing in the photo does not look like harmless pinking. Here's the difference in plain language: Harmless "pinking" (still fully cooked) * Happens from smoking, high heat, or certain proteins. * The meat is fully opaque, firm, and cooked through. * Only the outer edge or near the bone looks pinkish. What your picture shows * The meat looks translucent, soft, and raw, especially near the joint. * There are dark, bloodlike areas around the bone. * The texture looks undercooked, not just color-changed from chemical reactions. Even with pinking, cooked chicken never looks glossy or raw in the center the way yours does. I decided not to go back to the counter because there was a language barrier and I felt the woman wasn't listening to me in the first place anyway. Threw pretty much all the food away and left hungry and down $20.

I never dined in here, but I did order delivery twice in less than a week through doordash. Both…read moretimes the food came nicely packed, well organized, and hot. The first time I've ordered almost a week ago was the pork hash, garlic green beans, mabo tofu with noodles, rice noodle and dumplings, and a pork belly dish with rice (can't remember the name). My favorite has to be the rice noodle cake with dumplings. It had peanut sauce and even reheating it on the stove made it satisfying to eat as leftovers. Each dish had between 6-8 pork and shrimp dumplings. The portions are generous which is enough for two meals. The pork hash came in 3s with the hot mustard and shoyu. Again these were good as well and not as oily and greasy. The pork belly was stringy and the rice was meh. It tries way too hard to copy Tom Khem which is a Laos dish. My mom had the tofu dish and after a while she did mention that the noodles got mushy and had no flavor. Then again she had to take a blood test so she had to watch her salt intake. I also tried the tofu and it was soft and not overly salty. The second time I ordered which was today, I replaced the rice dish with the char siu noodle soup and it was so good. It was the right portion size and the hot broth that's separate from the contents help soften the noodles. I also ordered coconut pudding and even though I have yet to try it, my mom said it was really good so I'm looking forward to it. Edit: I have now tried the coconut pudding and it was a generous portion. A nice refreshing and cold treat especially since we are now in the summer season. There is just a hint of coconut flavor though and shredded coconut flakes don't exist but it's still worth eating as a dessert or a snack. On both orders, I've ordered garlic green beans and it was the best tasting garlicky green beans I have ever tried. Overall, this place does serve good food but I'll probably skip the rice dishes and focus more on the noodle dishes and their sides.

This place surprised me when I got the won ton mein to go. Huge won tons, and great amount of…read morenoodles, that were still crunchy like the traditional version. Add some chili and you are good to go! They have an assortment of Chinese dishes to try, and I can't wait to go back. Maybe braised beef next time!