man I love Hawaiian food, and this is definitely hitting the nail on the head. super sweet people running the place too. read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

This was our first time here. I've been craving some Hawaiian food. It's been about a year since we last had some out in Hawaii, and it's hard to find good. Authentic spots came across this location on yelp and hands down everything. We ate was absolutely delicious from starting to finish. The chicken was super tender and juicy. Great flavor de Kalúa pork, reminding me of a location. We ate out in Waikiki. The short ribs were BOMB! Every single thing was cooked to perfection!! The spicy Poke nachos were delicious made with freshly made wontons And to finish our meal we enjoyed a delicious slice of their homemade coconut cake. Definitely coming back they got two new customers for life !! Location is clean. Workers are super nice definitely a place for you to come out and check out if you're in the mood for some authentic Hawaiian food. read more

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disclaimer: This is not a review of the food. I have yet to eat it. This is a review regarding timeliness. There is no reason, no matter how busy, that a simple two item plate should take over 55 minutes. Insanity. I'd refund if I could. I'm still waiting here. read more

Was super excited to try some "real Hawaiian food" this spot came recommended on next-door. Well it was surprisingly disappointing. I say this because the reviews, the 4.6 star rating on yelp. Not at all a 4.6. The service was friendly, the restaurant was clean. The problem was the food. So disappointing. The Hawaiian Macaroni salad was the most plain mon Hawaiian Macoroni salad we've ever had. Just tasted read more

Been hearing about this place. Had a late lunch and decided to give it a try. Place is not big but not small. More medium size place. They have their own parking lot. But it is small. We got shoyu poke nachos (fried wontons), loco moco and xl plate. The xl combo plate was good and came with a lot. Loco moco was solid. Not the best I've had but above average. Poke had a lot of flavor. Just a tad little salty for my taste but was spot on for a couple of the others. Also got 2 spam musibis and a slide of haupia pie. Good and quick service. Price wasn't a little steep but right now it's up to par with everything else. read more

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I always stop by here when I'm in the area and it's literally my favorite place. My favorite thing here is their poke. They have different flavors and all are so delicious. The only downside is I do wish they added a little more cucumbers to the bowl but that's it otherwise it's perfect. The parking lost is in the back and pretty small. It can get packed. There is plenty of seating inside and the staff is always friendly. read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Poke bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

Pretty bomb poke and bbq for being in the IE. The poke alone is a reason for me to come back. read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Poke, ribs, and chicken plate with rice and Mac salad - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

I couldn't believe I haven't reviewed this aloha local place! Been coming here since they opened and every time brings back memories. Every single dish is so ono and for the pricing and portion, it's cheaper than a plane ticket to Hawaii. Loving their poke nachos, definitely not your typical Cali poke and their loco moco is just to die for. Their cucumber kimchi is on another level. Definitely come here when you miss local Hawaiian food. read more

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always love this place. portions have changed over the years but taste is always so good. the workers are always very friendly. love the store atmosphere with the music playing and the videos and pictures playing on the tvs the food is always delicious here. i love the poke here. the fish always tastes so fresh. any meat you get here is good but my go to is the chicken katsu. i always get the spam musubi as a snack and i love the flavor of the li hing mui gushers i always enjoy eating here and the food always hits for me. if i can't go to hawaii, at least i can get yummy food here! read more

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Give this place a chance! Doesn't look like much from the outside. But inside it is Hawaiian vibes and excellent BBQ and poke! I got the Poke Mix plate which was a huge serving : poke, bbq chicken, kalbi ribs, mac salad, and rice! Everything was delicious. I will be coming back for sure! read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Poke Mix Plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

From the moment I walked in, I felt transported straight to Hawaii. The ambiance is effortlessly relaxing -- warm, inviting, and thoughtfully curated in a way that truly captures the spirit of the islands without feeling overdone. It's the kind of place where you instantly slow down and savor the experience. The poke nachos were outstanding -- impeccably fresh with a satisfying crisp that held up beautifully to every topping. The garlic shrimp was rich, buttery, and packed with flavor, paired perfectly with steamed white rice cooked to fluffy perfection. And the mac salad? Easily the standout. Ultra-creamy, well-balanced, and nostalgic in the best way -- it tied the entire meal together. What truly elevated the experience was the service. They were incredibly attentive, answered all of my questions, and took the time to thoughtfully explain each dish. That level of care makes such a difference and shows they genuinely take pride in what they serve. If a trip to Hawaii isn't on your calendar anytime soon, this is the next best thing -- an authentic, thoughtfully executed taste of the islands that absolutely delivers. read more

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Showed up for Joel S.'s UYE lunch w my husband, my kiddo, and about 20 fellow Yelpers... and took over half the restaurant like hungry Hawaiian-food Avengers. Started strong w 2 orders of Poke Nachos, which disappeared faster than our willpower near a dessert table lol! The mac salad was a solid win too.... extra points for NOT sneaking tuna into it like every other Hawaiian BBQ joint seems legally obligated to do. My only beef (or should I say rib?) was the portion sizes..... those kalbi ribs were looking a little shy & very tiny compared to what I'm used to. Portion sizes were very small!!!!! But then the Guava Cake arrived. One bite and BOOM!!!.... guava flavor slapped me in the face in the most affectionate way possible!!!! Absolute star of the meal!! We also enjoyed a surprise Haupia cake for my husband's birthday... coconut cream and pineapple teaming up like the dessert dream team. Service was stellar. Super friendly staff who somehow kept smiling even though we basically formed a Yelp colony in their dining room. Let's talk about parking... if you find a spot, immediately buy a lottery ticket bc LUCK is clearly on your side, there are like 6 spots total. Joel wrapped things up w a raffle, and my husband walked away w the grand prize. Great food, fun people, and lots of laughs!!! Big thanks to Joel for pulling off a fantastic UYE!! read more

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The Vibe: We felt right at home the second we walked in. It's Pacific Islander-owned, and the hospitality is as authentic as the food. The Order: * Poke: Fresh and perfectly seasoned. * Kalbi Barbecue Plate: My dad's choice--charred and flavorful. * Garlic Shrimp: This was the highlight for my mom; it took us straight back to the shrimp trucks on the North Shore of Oahu. * Guava cake: Have mercy! Pro-Tip: If you're missing that authentic island flavor in the valley, this is your spot. Great place to decompress #Norco #Horsecity #NorthShorePlateLunches #IslandFlavors #LAFoodie #SupportLocal read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

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12/14/25 For the third AND FINAL try, before Yelp yanks my review out, this place consistently dish out yummy island grinds. Staff are very friendly & welcoming, the ambiance is cool with island themed aesthetics. Got the poke nachos-my favorite! Got Hubby the huge plate lunch, I don't remember which coz my photos were deleted by Yelp as well. Portions were generous & the flavors are lip smacking. Parking is indeed a problem, only a few places/spots. I'm done redoing my review for Yelp to yank it out again. TDLR: great food & ambiance, awesome service. Mahalo! read more

I had wonderful experience at North Shore Plate Lunch. My friend ordered the XL plate and I ordered the chicken katsu, both were delicious and the portion size were amazing. We also tried the coconut cake which was moist, flavorful, and full of rich coconut taste. Our server, Tiah, was very welcoming and kind, which made the visit even better. Great food, generous portions and friendly staff. I would definitely recommend this place!!! read more

Come out to the North Shore! If you bee looking for that Hawaiian score! This place will have your tastebuds buzzing Fo Sho! An that's something a foodie just can't ignore! So come on down and take a delicious tour. I started off with the Spam Musubi which was pretty good but not made to order for some reason. Next up was the Poke Bowl Nachos which were legit to my tastebuds and that spicy mayo made this happen for sure. To complete the trio of treats was the Medium Plate which came with Kalua Pork and Beef complimented with a tasty scoop of Mac Salad. Ok, that was definitely a good way to end this foodie adventure. Service was great but they have limited parking so beware other than that it's a legit place if you're looking for those Hawaiian eats. And that's my take on it. Peace out my peeps... read more

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Came here for a casual lunch with some friends that somehow turned into a whole mini party. Cheesecake, a tuxedo, a photo shoot, and gifts. All we needed were some hula dancers to turn this into a full pāʻina. Outside looks like a classic roadside spot with the red awning and picnic tables, but once you step inside, it turns into a chill island diner with surf vids and North Shore vibes. There's parking in the rear, but tight. Tighter than squeezing into a beach lot at North Shore during surf season. Saimin came through with pure comfort. Nothing fancy, just right. The mixed plate was delicious, and yeah... it was loaded up all right. Teriyaki beef, kalua pork, rice, and mac all pressed in together. The way I like it. The mochiko chicken was ridiculous. Easily the best I've ever had. Chicken was tender and juicy, and let's be real, juicy is always a good thing. Service was solid from start to finish, and backed by that island-friendly hospitality. Each time our server walked out, we reacted like they were calling the next draft pick. Shoutout to Joel for getting everyone together at the same time... well, everyone except one. You already know who was fashionably late. Cue music. North Shore Plate Lunch brought real North Shore energy. Big flavors, laid-back feel, and a lunch that hit like a quick escape to the islands. Easily worth a halfway-to-Hana drive. read more

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I had a lovely experience at North Shore (Norco). I ordered the Garlic Shrimp Plate ($15.99) and the Ahi Poke Nachos ($15.99). I felt happy as I savored its fresh flavors, juicy textures, and filling portion sizes. "DELICIOUS!! Ahh!!" I arrived at North Shore (Norco) on Saturday (around 11:05AM - near opening time). The private rear parking lot is cramped; it holds about seven cars. Fortunately, I found a spot; however, it makes more sense to use the adjacent neighboring businesses' parking plazas and briskly walk over. Staff is very friendly, welcoming, and cheerful. Staff (receipt says Giovannah) answered all my questions and provided helpful recommendations. The food arrived crazily quick (less than four minutes), but I'll attribute it to being early. As mentioned, I absolutely adored the North Shore Garlic Shrimp Plate ($15.99) and the Ahi Poke Nachos ($15.99). The Garlic Shrimp Plate ($15.99) included eight plump "EZ Peel Shrimp," Steamed Rice, and fresh Mac Salad. These thick Shrimps were juicy, and they dripped with savory garlic sauce. The Mac Salad had bouncy, firm macaroni noodles & fresh, bright sauce. The Steamed Rice was clean & soft. Despite the name, Ahi Poke Nachos ($15.99), there's no cheese. It's simply a large portion of fresh ahi (sushi grade tuna) resting upon airy, crisp wonton chips. For this order, I also selected the "spicy mayo" sauce; however, the heat is very gentle. "DELICIOUS!!!!" I felt myself melt into a stress-free puddle as my teeth sink softly into its silky sashimi. To my utter joy, this lightly chilled & fresh poke melted in my mouth. Next, its wonton chips had a firm, light, and crisp crunch. I felt my smile widening. The sauce's savory sweetness, the airy chips, and bright poke combined to make an indescribably delicious meal! Regarding ambiance, North Shore (Norco) is casual, clean, and welcoming. The floors and inside tables are shiny and well-maintained. It's also well-ventilated with its five spinning ceiling fans. There's also four flat screen TVs; two played football, and two others showed Hawaiian/soothing visuals. The location also has plenty of seating; there's about 13 tables inside. There's also a gender neutral restroom in the back. I also appreciated how the location is family-friendly by having several baby highchairs. The music is also clear and upbeat. If I were to nitpick, the four outside tables on the front patio weren't the cleanest; I observed a couple dead bugs just laying about. Overall, North Shore (Norco) offers amazing food! The food is filling, affordable, and extremely delicious. To my utter joy, the hype is real! I left very happy and full. If nearby, it's an easy recommendation. 5 out of 5. "GO!!!!" read more

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My husband and I came here for the second unofficial get together that was put together by Joel S. He did a fantastic job hosting the event. We had a good time meeting everyone at the event. We also celebrated 3 birthdays for the month of November. Thanks Leilani M. for bringing the delicious chocolate cake for my husband. We ordered: Large plate - Kalbi and Kalua Pork, Rice and Mac Salad - We shared Kalbi and my husband ate his Kalua Pork with rice. Kalbi was tender and was cooked to perfection. Kalua Pork was good. Mac Salad was well seasoned and delicious without fishy tuna. Ahi Poke Nachos - My husband absolutely loved it. 2 sodas Dessert - Coconut Haupia Cake - Absoutley amazing fluffy cake with perfect frosting with coconut strips. Service was fantastic. Ambiance is nice and clean. Limited tables inside and outside. Highly recommended. read more

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North Shore Plate Lunch Norco, CA Date went 11/15/25 Time went 5:50pm Ordered food for dine in at 5:53pm Our food was brought to us at 6:02pm (9 minute wait time) Food ordered: Pork sliders ($10.99; substituted my Mac salad for french fries) 1 large plate ($16.99; order with Kalbi and Kalua pork) Fountain drink ($3.00) Grand total: $34.62 with taxes included Food ratings: Pork sliders: 9/10; If there is ONE THING YOU MUST GET at this location it's the PORK SLIDERS. These were by far the best pork sliders my boyfriend and I have had at any location. The combination of the sweetness from the Hawaiian bread rolls and the oh so perfect saltiness from the pork was a divine combination. The juices from the pork were also soaked by the Hawaiian roll. Ahh so yummy! I don't like to eat pork, I refrain from including it as a part of my diet. I GLADLY welcomed these sliders as an exception to my no pork rule. My boyfriend actually preferred my sliders over his regular plate. Large plate: 8/10; The Kalbi was a bit different from what my boyfriend and I are used to. It has a Smokey flavor to it as if it was fire grilled. Not sure if it is though, just ever so lightly dry. Other locations we've tried have had bigger cuts of Kalbi that are normally covered in sauce. So, it's not necessarily that the Kalbi here is bad it's just different than the chain Hawaiian locations we've been to. The Kalua pork was just as yummy but was definitely missing that sweetness that my sliders had from the Hawaiian rolls. Atmosphere: The inside was cute and gave Hawaiian vibes. There was plenty of seating and the staff were friendly. Heads up: There's VERY limited parking (8 spots in the back, 1 in the front). This location offers catering! Sounds like a yummy option for parties and we are considering doing this in the future for ourselves. To conclude, we will be regular customers here! It is the best Hawaiian food location we've had, and North Shore has definitely earned its "Top 100 place to eat on Yelp" award! read more

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Staff was nice. The place plays some good vibe music. Food was good too! XL plate with short ribs 7/10. Spam musubi 7/10. Not the freshest. Poke 8/10. Moshiko chicken plate 10/10. read more

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To quote my boyfriend, "they only get better with time." I love dining in because the ambience is always so nice, they really make you feel like you're at a local spot on the big island, HOWEVER if it was just me, I would immediately take my food to the car to demolish it in private, the only reason you see gravy in my plate left over is because I'm not brave enough yet to lick my plate clean in public. Fun fact we learned today too: they do catering for their cakes too! Apparently you can request a medium aluminum pan sized cake or their extra large "Thanksgiving style " one, which honestly I pray to have the coconut cake or guava cake as my wedding cake someday ALWAYS DELICIOUS read more

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Excellent Island favorites like Loco Moco and Mochiko chicken. Great service, they are so friendly. read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Loco Moco - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

I've been wanting to check this restaurant out, and I'm glad I did. This little restaurant is a hidden gem that offers delicious Hawaiian cuisine. The cashier was friendly and the service was good. Poke bowl was really good and the tuna tasted fresh. You can't go wrong with the spam musubi, and you should definitely try the homemade cucumber kimchi. I was really happy when they loaded it up with my XL plate. The chicken katsu was tender and crunchy. The galbi tasted delicious and were large slices. I believe my favorite was the kalua pork, which I had never tried before. The kalua was incredibly soft, and its juices were visible. Definitely coming back here again as my go to Hawaiian spot read more

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So yummy! I got the garlic shrimp plate & it was so delicious. Super easy to peel & the seasoning on the rice even was also really yummy! But honestly the star of the show to me was the mac salad - I feel like it's really rare to go out and get a good mac salad (too many places serve it cold with random shredded tuna or something). This one was amazing, just like how my mom makes it - & she grew up in Hawaii! Also got the guava cake and it's absolutely amazing. Can't wait to go back and actually eat in the restaurant! read more

Amazing, delicious, fresh, friendly staff and clean location! Every food item I've ordered here has been a 10/10 and I'm looking forward to trying everything on there!! If your love language is food come here read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Garlic shrimp plate, spam and eggs + a side of teriyaki chicken! - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

Obsessed with Hawaiian food even more after visiting Oahu last year. Also learned there is a huge difference in poke between the islands and mainland. Excited to find a Hawaiian food spot in an unexpected place (horse town USA), and the poke is pretty close to island style. Ordered shoyu poke, cucumber kimchi and Mac salad. The menu seemed pretty close to all the North shore shacks so definitely will come back to try more variety (garlic shrimp). The price was a little high (compared to island poke) and the shoyu poke was a little sweet, needed some onion or garlic for balance. The staff were very friendly and the place seems really clean. read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Island sampler - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

Hawaii is my favorite place, so I needed to test this place out to see how it compares the one and only Giovanni's. It's a hole in the wall with minimal parking, so b hopefully you find a spot! When you step inside it has a nice Hawaiian vibe with the decor and music. My garlic shrimp plate was $16, and I got a side of poke on the side for $10. Don't come too hungry, cause I waited 30 mins for my food. I tore into that bag so excited... and it did NOT disappoint. While it's not Giovanni's, it's DARN CLOSE!!!!! They're shrimp garlicky and so tasty. The Mac salad was absolutely delicious. 10/10 recommend! This says a lot coming from a Hawaii enthusiast. read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Menu - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

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First off. Parking... It was difficult to park as there are only a few spots at the back and a couple infront. Best to park at the strip behind it ... Once you enter, it gives off that tropical stop vibe. Order st the counter and wait for the food. Aside from the main menu, they have specials written on the board. I went for a katsu plate and a limu poke. The katsu was normal. The sauce was a little watered down, and the side of mac tasted like nothing. It was basically bland. The poke, was pretty good though. It was savory compared to the usual. The fish was fresh. No funky taste or smell. Not bad to be honest. the food came in at 29 dollars with tip and tax. Pretty expensive for what it is. Would probably not be craving for this type of food for sometime. read more

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This place is legit serving legit Hawaiian food and it's in Norco CA of the 15 freeway. North Shore Plate has been on my list for awhile now and this vist was definitely worth it. For this vist, we phone in our pickup order and ordered the following. 2 Garlic Shrimp Plate- This was fantastic. This takes you back to island back home. The shrimp was cooked perfectly with plenty of garlic and butter. The Plate comes was two scoop of rice with garlic butter on top and a scoop of the mac salad and 8 good size shrimps. Shoyu Ahi Poke Bowl- Delicious, fresh ahi served on top of rice. Flavor was spot on. When we got there this place was.pack with during lunch hour. Even when we ordered 15 minutes ahead we still needed to wait for another 10 minutes or so,when we got there, but it's definitely worth the wait. All their food are made to order, so be prepared to wait. Overall,I highly recommend stopping by if you're craving legit Hawaiian food that take you back home to island. We'll definitely be returning when we're in the area. Mahalo!! read more

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I love Hawaiian food and got a sudden cravings for garlic shrimp. I was going to be in this area and had this place bookmarked. I made my way over and there were plenty of space for parking in the back. I decided to order the North Shore Garlic Shrimp plate. The plate comes with ez peel shrimps, two scoop of rice, and mac salad. The shrimps were ez to peel and were so delicious. I decided to switch one scoop of rice to mac salad. They do charge two dollars for this change. I thought the mac salad was just okay. I think I would stick to rice next time. The rice was cooked really well. I would order the shrimp dish again. I posted a pic of the shrimp plate and everyone commented thinking I was eating in Hawaii cause it look so legit. They do sell a couple of different dessert but the guava cake was what I'm here for. My hubby is a huge fan of guava cake and I got him a slice from here. He loved it so much, I think I might have to come back and buy a whole sheet for him. Overall, if you're cravings for Hawaiian food, this is your spot! read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Ez peel shrimp plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

The pork was flavorless. The fries tasted frozen and were cold when we got them. It took a long time to get our food. It was close to closing time, so I understand why they were out of so many items. The mac salad had an off taste about it. Only thing good was the white rice and the ribs. I was sooo looking forward to this place. read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Fried rice- not enough of the yummy flavors. - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

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I was invited to lunch by a vendor from out of town. When he suggested this place, I thought "why here?" Well every dog has his day and he got lucky. It was very nice inside and the service was great. The gal inside was sooo chill and friendly. I was with a new vendor so I am sorry that I did not take any pictures but I got the medium plate with BBQ chicken. I can't wait to come back and try the Katsu and the BBQ beef. So many other great plates too. The place is very clean and it was nice and cool on this hot day. The parking lot is small but I was able to get parking in the back and noticed that spots kept opening up even during the lunch rush. read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Not gonna lie, saw this parking lot and said "why are we meeting here", but now I gotta figure out how to get back here ASAP. - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

The food here is really good! You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The chicken katsu and galbi were really good. I would definitely come back here. read more

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Authentic Hawaiian bbq! The cashier was very nice, the restaurant was clean! First time Spam musubi and I absolutely loved it 10/10 got the large plate with chicken and beef and the meats were tender the rice was moist. We found this place by just driving by randomly, we made a u turn and I'm so happy we did ! read more

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It's the best Hawaiian food I've had in So. Cal. Even better than some restaurants I ate at in Kauai. Great Flavorful Food, Great Atmosphere and the food made fresh to Order. I would recommend ordering ahead time. It can be a wait when they are busy. The Cake/Pie Slices are a bit pricey at $10 ea. ouch. read more

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Took my Mother here for Mothers Day and it really made her happy! Place is clean and fresh and you feel the Island vibes the min you step in - I felt like I was transported to the North Shore Islands of O'ahu! Poke nachos were delicious mixed plates with beef, chicken, short ribs, all meats cooked to perfection! Garlic shrimp were huge and super tasty! Rice was nice and sticky, their Mac salad super home made taste. Everything we ate was fresh even their teriyaki sauce was on the authentic side. Super recommend, and bring your Mother even if it's not Mothers Day! FYI... they are closed on Mondays- only downside to this establishment that they don't open 24/7 lol! read more

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Food was absolutely delicious. My girlfriend thought she didn't like Hawaiian BBQ after a bad experience at some other restaurant, but I knew I had to change her mind. This was the perfect place to do so! The food was so yummy, and the service was quick. The indoor seating area could be a little cleaner but we ordered to-go so I didn't mind. They upgraded us from regular spam musubi to the deluxe one for free! I can't wait to go back. :) read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Spam musubi - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

Food was amazing the hamburger steak with the rice and the pancakes was the best little expensive but it worked small place

Food: 3.5 Customer Service: 4 Cleanliness: 5 Value: 3.75 Overall: 3.5 I had higher expectations for this restaurant as I really love Hawaiian food. Made the trip and ordered their Loco Moco to-go. The plate came with lots of sauce, but the beef patty was very bland and also slightly red/uncooked in the middle. It did not taste like it was seasoned. The eggs and gravy saved the dish some. I did get a stomach ache shortly after the meal, but wasn't too serious. The service is on the slower side, one of the things that maybe makes this place authentic? There's a sign by the register that says they make every meal by order, so knew there was a little wait. but ultimately it took about 25 minutes to get my order. Restaurant was full, but that wait was definitely long. The parking is almost impossible here. Extremely narrow and you are unlikely to get a spot during busy times, as there's only about 5 parking spots. Recommend parking on the street, though street sign says it's only for 1 Hour. read more

North Shore Plate Lunch - Their menu as of June 2025 - Hawaiian Near Me - Norco, California

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