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    Papa's Deli

    4.2 (60 reviews)
    Open 4:30 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    The hamburger steak
    Dolan T.

    So the other day my daughter did her errands and went to Papa's deli to buy lunch for her and my wife and this girl knows I love my hamburger steak I never been there before so I ate it buggah was Ono as picky about food as I am. I liked it the only downside was the Mac salad was blah other than that food was good but I heard they sell Filipino food I got to try that

    Meatloaf w/gravy plate 01/2026
    Steve T.

    If you work or just near the airport you know where this is, next to joes and mini garden express. No frill good for grab and go bentos in the morning to simple kind plate lunches local/filipino style with few soup selections and a fair fair price Ox tail shhhh. Today was salt and pepper pork chop and meatloaf plates. Meatloaf was soft tender but too much breading inside that you can taste. Salt pepper pork I was thinking more Chinese style crispy but was more just season and gravy all over. Both gravy same not overpowering or salty so that was a plus for me easier to add salt or shoyu to taste if needed. Super fair prices at around $11-12+ for plates. Few bar table seats if needed other than that order and go. Larger order suggest calling in as it's a true mom and pop store with 2 workers roughly.

    First time, Breakfast! Thursday January 22, 2026
    Tod K.

    Thursday January 22, 2026 first time, coming to try here. Plenty parking in the Airport Commercial Center at 3131 North Nimitz Highway Left of Joe's Grill Express another popular food place that I buy from a lot too. Breakfast $5.95 Grab n Go Bento $6.95 Plus, a lot of other food choices like plate lunches, sandwiches, soups and salads?? Service was fast. Food was good. Ambiance is casual and comfortable for a take out food place. No tables or chairs in here. When I am in the airport area for work again. Next time, I will try something else.

    Loco moco
    Chad K.

    Not too shabby for a plate lunch place where most of it is less than $15. I got the loco moco and to be honest it wasn't the best but it wasn't the worst. Service was great as you really just order what you want then eat elsewhere. Atmosphere here was pretty much just a waiting room due to really all your doing inside is waiting for your order to be called. If I had to be blunt I probably would come back again to try there other plate lunches when it's around that time of the month where I'm pretty low on funds and don't want to go to mcdz. All in all great cheap eats that for sure would have you coming back for more to try their other options they offer.

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    Vincent T.

    A new eatery by the airport that serves a lot of local favorites. They have ready-made rentals for breakfast and lunch. I had a pen with a burrito fettuccine Alfredo with chicken and lunch in me that actually worked. Been here about three times already. I look forward to trying more dishes. I tried a beef bent with pork and the beef tasted like fish. It seems like they fried the beef in a pan where the fried fish previously.

    Combo - Lechon Kawali and Pork Adobo (pepper on Mac is my doing, haha)
    Keola K.

    Wow what a great surprise, very homey spot with good food for great prices. Where can you get a full plate lunch for $10-$15 bucks. The order. Combo Lechon Kawali and Pork Adobo. The Lechon was packed with flavor and crispy. For most they may say a bit salty. That's right up my alley haha. The Adobo was soft and the sauce was more shoyu slight sweet style vs tart vinegar style. End it with the fact that food was ready in two shakes, I'll definitely stop by again to try other items. They have breakfast and lunch options. A lot of Filipino dishes, but offer a lot plate typical lunch options, then top it with steak and seafood choices. It's more of a hole in the wall spot, so if you are quesy, then this probably ain't an option for you.

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    Nadine C.

    Takeout lunch from Honolulu, Hawaii... Papa's Deli is a hole-in-the-wall place with no air-conditioning, but plenty of heart! I've had this place on my back burner and... an opportunity popped up when I was in the area at the right time! I rushed over before the door closed for the day... The humble, quiet man at the cash register was pleasant with a shy smile. He took my order cheerfully! I looked over the reasonably priced menu, then at the Daily Specials and chose the Roast Pork plate. He didn't offer me a plastic knife with the disposable fork that he handed to me. I found out why... The roast pork was so tender and cut up already! How convenient! I also enjoyed the fresh green salad and comforting brown gravy on the rice! I'm so happy that I finally tried Papa's Deli! Can't wait to return!

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    Irene M.

    Cheap eats... Papa's does it all and quite early in the morning thankfully after I was done with my bloodwork you know I'm hungry especially since it falls on a work day. Located in the Airport Commercial Center which has ample free parking makes it a quick and easy stop to fuel up for the day though I didn't expect a carnivore feast as the menu offers so much comfort food from breakfast, soups and a very protein rich plate lunches and I'm aware of the industrial location so you know that this is the place for early morning hangry. I ordered breakfast and it was "Steak and Pork Adobo" and with understanding everything is already made and kept warm nice, fast and ready to go though there is a downside to that as the steak was sliced and cooked so it was pretty much done not to a point that it's hard but some may feel that way though with these prices you just can't beat it. Pork Adobo was nice and flavorful not too salty and my eggs was scrambled all on a bed of rice at $12.95 is a deal but what I didn't see since there was some guys already sitting enjoying their meal was they have a grab and go breakfast bento and at $6.95 that indeed was the deal I haven't seen at many places. Two guys work it and they were nice and polite offering a comforting vibe for early morning hungry folks as work is not just a nine to five days. Thank you!

    Ray B.

    Ok. So this place has become one of my favorite breakfast places recently. It's just off Nimitz Hwy by the airport. Plenty of parking. It's a takeout place. No seating. Once you walk in you're greeted with a really friendly staff. Bentos are available and a full breakfast menu. I came for the Bigger Breakfast C. Pork adobo, longanisa and steak. Wow. This plate was loaded. Great value for the price and filling. Food came out fast and hot. Adobo and longanisa were great. Steak was just ok. But what would you expect for value plate lunch. I'll be back for sure to try all the other breakfast items on the menu. And of course the bentos.

    Pork adobo, Longanisa and eggs
    Rose P.

    I ordered the pork adobo, longanisa and eggs. Order came out real fast. There is a sitting place to eat but it was all taken due to the fact that it's only 3 people. Counter help was very nice and helpful. As for the food it was good nothing special but maybe will try other things on the menu next time.

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    Neal N.

    This is a great place to get a quick breakfast that's very filling for a very affordable price! This is a go to spot for our company, especially the three meat breakfast. There can be long lines of customers, so be ready. The only downside is the seating is limited to three people. We usually take out and go somewhere nice , park and eat, lol.

    Edge N.

    They used to be called "Christinas" across the way but now they are Papas Deli.....Located in the "Nimitz business center" same center as mini garden express...... Same good very affordable food...friendly cool staff..a very good value More of a pick and go place but definetely a place for good cheap eats....3 choice breakfast under $8 2 scoop rice...2 big eggs.... I went with pork link sausage (3) bacon (3) and like 6 piece portugese sausage.....if u hungry this place is the deals

    Loco moco made with meat loaf. Should be called meat loaf moco instead.

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    1 year ago

    Hearty breakfast on a budget! I heard Papa's carries on the food that Christine's Diner had. The omelets are big over a bed of rice ...

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    8 months ago

    Love this place and the workers. Super friendly and the prices are amazing for the amount of food. Ono as well.

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    9 months ago

    Great restaurant with very reasonable prices! Will definitely patronize again in the future!!!

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    Went today had the roast pork it was good nice and fast service plenty of parking good prices

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    4.2(1.2k reviews)
    3.5 miDowntown
    $$$

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    First time visiting to celebrate my friends birthday. Inside was nicely lit and clean. Our server…read morewas nice and introduced himself and mentioned specials and what they ran out of for the evening. However, his service was not great but not terrible. We ordered drinks and took around 15 mins to come, then we looked for our server to order our food. The appetizers cane out in a timely manner but our entrees took quite a while. The Duck Confit was yummy! I thought the duck was going to be super dry, but when you eat it with the jam that came with it, it's very good. I requested for a little bit more of the jam but was given just balsamic glaze... My friend said her scallop risotto was watery and not the same as the last time she went. My bfs prime rib was okay. Bone marrow was okay. The chicken pasta, octopus appetizer, salad, and mac n cheese were lacking flavor and tasted okay. I would recommend dining here if you do not have plans after.

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    3.5 miDowntown
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    Did my research to find Kona coffee for my upcoming visit to Vancouver, so I walked from home and…read moretook shelter in Local Joe's to cool off and order some 100% Kona Mauna Kea Estate coffee and have it ground. Liv was so delightful and clearly the right person for the job so I knew I was in the right place. In the meantime I ordered an iced coffee (which was delicious!!!!) and sat down and watched folks come and go. This is clearly a popular local coffee and snack shop so I will keep this place in mind since it's locally owned and operated and their decaf is processed via osmosis, not chemicals. That's a big plus.

    I honestly don't understand the hype surrounding this place, the reality is completely misleading…read more I called 15 minutes ahead to place an order. The employee took it and immediately hung up on me--no name taken, no "thank you," no "goodbye." When I arrived, the parking was a mess, so I had to be dropped off. Inside, the food display looked sad, and the cashier looked completely miserable and unpresentable. While waiting patiently on the side for 15 minutes, I watched the kitchen staff preparing food. Red flag: they literally microwave their eggs instead of cooking them fresh. After 30 minutes of total waiting time, I finally went up to check on my order, only to find out the cashier hadn't even handed my ticket to the kitchen yet. She sent it back right in front of me without a single word of apology--just a blank stare. I cancelled my order on the spot. Horrible service, zero management, and low-quality food prep. Save your golden time & money and go somewhere else. Definitely not a place where I'd want my food prepared!

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    Scratch Kitchen

    4.0(2.2k reviews)
    4.8 miAla Moana
    $$

    I had the chance to dine at Scratch Kitchen in Kapolei back in 2024 for a special Mother's Day…read morelunch with my youngest daughter. I'd never been to their other locations, so this was my first experience -- and honestly, it left an impression. That spot in Kapolei has seen a few restaurants come and go over the years. Before Scratch Kitchen, there was Sugar Cane, and if I reach far enough back, I'm pretty sure a Mexican restaurant lived there too. It's one of those spaces where you hope the next place finally sticks. But the food at Scratch Kitchen? Absolutely delicious. The kind of meal where the pictures alone make your mouth water. If "smell‑a‑vision" or "lick‑your‑screen" technology existed, everyone would understand exactly what I mean. Every dish was full of flavor, beautifully done, and perfect for a Mother's Day treat. Which is why I can't help but wonder what happened -- like so many restaurants before them in that same location. With food that good, you'd hope they'd be the ones to break the cycle. All in all, I'm grateful I got to enjoy that meal with my daughter. It was memorable, delicious, and one of those small moments you hold onto. Marie

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    4.5(801 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    It was so sad this business is closing down by Oct 31st. With rising food costs, inflation and…read morestaffing, it's understandable but I wish best endeavors for Chef Jason Peel and his staff. My fiance won a gift card actually 2 of them (from his coworker whom could not get a reservation secured), we knew we had to make the trip over before they officially close. We had multiple dishes, but staff made Kauai prawns and tomato miso black cod dishes on the house since they ran out the Hokkaido scallops. We ordered the short ribs, lobster appetizer, hamachi crudo and lastly sashimi moriawase to finish food palate. Lukki lemon dessert was great way to end to night. Ordered the Milk tea bouquet cocktail while my better half had water ( either way the food coma knock him out cold the rest of the night lol). To be honest, it was difficult to determine which dish was the best because the staff kept quality there despite it being busy every night since they announce the closure. Sashimi moriawase, fish was so fresh, reminded me of my time spent in Hokkaido and Sapporo. Short ribs was soft and rich in flavor. Both me and my fiance liked the lukki lemon dessert, like lemon meringue pie but broken down version. If you have a chance to dine here before closing and got a reservation, definitely will have a lovely dining experience and your stomach will be full by end of the night.

    Husband and I tried Nami Kaze in our recent trip to Hawaii. This place is huge! I was so glad to be…read moreseated in the side room because I found it to be a lot calmer, less people and no TV. The staff were friendly and very helpful with giving us recommendations. We ordered 3 appetizers and 2 entrees, and honestly it was too much food for us. We had leftovers for breakfast the next day! - For appetizers we got: Ulu Tots, Japanese Eggplant, and Corn Beignets. The Corn Beignets was the best. - For entree we got: Tomato Miso Black Cod and the Short Rib. Both were delicious and worth a try. Sad to see that this restaurant appears to be closing.

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