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    View of the harbor from our table
    Jennifer C.

    Staying in the area and looking for a good place to eat. This one came up with good reviews and took reservations. It was Friday night at 6:30 and pretty busy. There was a band playing, which made it loud. The restaurant is on the second floor and we were sat next to the open rooftop overlooking the harbor. It was a fantastic view. The service was great and the food delicious. Glad we decided not to head into Waikiki for dinner and came here instead!

    Macnut Mahi mahi
    Sally W.

    Say for the longest time ever, waiting n pretty much stared at ny waitress to get her attention but nope she's too busy talking to her colleague... Asked another server but she busted it off and said she will get our waitress for us... she kept talking n nothing happened till 10 mins after... If you are so busy serving the bar customers maybe remain there and not take other tables... another waitress ended up-taking our order as i resting birch face out... Who brings u ur food and comes back in 2 secs just to ask " hows the food looking". The " famous clam chowder" over advertisement!!! I had 2 pcs of clams in my "cup". The mahi mahi was my fav. Cooked to the right texture...but the seasoning for the fish could of used a bit of salt. The fish n chip.... I like how its not the typical cod... but it tastes like defrost, refried fish...

    The manager was going to scold me for bringing in an animal! Beavers are not allowed in this restaurant! :P heehee
    Jules Y.

    Restaurant 604 | Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam | Island of Oahu Misoyaki Butterfish! What do you want to eat? Misoyaki Butterfish! What do you want to order? Misoyaki Butterfish! What are you ono for? Misoyaki Butterfish! So, I guess whenever I hear the numbers "604", this is the first thing I hear my tummy say: Misoyaki Butterfish! Lol. I've been coming to this area for many years. I used to party with my UH Tsai-ko Football Fan friends back when Colt Brennan was the UH QB and for many years afterward, until COVID took over our lives and the stadium eventually moved to the UH Ching Athletic Field at the Manoa Campus. Curiously, despite using the first-floor restrooms many a time before games -- the restrooms used by military personnel who use the cabanas outside in the adjacent park -- I never once thought to come upstairs to dine at the restaurant. That is, until Mel B. held an informative Yelp event downstairs, reserving the entire section, and I finally got to taste the yummilicious selections here. Since then, I've come for UH football parties, organizational meetings and after-meeting get-togethers and dinners, and dinners with UH football fan friends, Yelp friends, work friends, and friend friends. And you know what? It's always been a good time. The restaurant dining area is upstairs on the second floor. On the mountain side is a substantial bar with seating all around its perimeter. You can sit along the ocean-side edge of the restaurant if you want a naturally spectacular ocean view, at one of the many dining tables of different heights throughout the restaurant, at the bar, or at my fav -- the high-top tables at the opposite end from the bar and off to the side near the stage. My favorite seating arrangement for a small group of two is along the open view wall overlooking the ocean. With a larger group, I like the elevated high-top tables. You can easily have a conversation if your group fits around one of the round tables or you don't mind talking across the short way of the long high-top tables. If you're planning an organizational meeting, however, you'll probably want to schedule it earlier, before the music starts playing and the dinner crowd begins filling the dining area. Popular hip-hop and '80s-'90s music can add quite a bit to the noise level later in the day, and they also have live music at times. The only meetings this place probably won't work well for are ultra-quiet meetings, Zoom meetings, and meetings needing props and a whiteboard. Lol. You can make reservations, but when you call, you'll reach a recorded voicemail and they'll call you back. It's best to call well ahead of time to ensure you have ample time to connect with the restaurant reservationists and get your arrangements squared away. The restaurant restrooms are upstairs near the bar along the opposite corner. There are staircases on either side of the building leading to the second floor, but you'll probably want to walk up the side opposite the bar. Facing the building from the parking lot, take the staircase on the left. Either staircase will lead you upstairs, but depending on which one you use, you might have to walk across the dining area to reach the front reception desk. Dining here is not quiet, but it isn't obnoxiously loud. There are usually tons of ppl dining, sitting, talking, enjoying their time. There's still ample space to walk around easily, especially going to the restroom. The menu features a variety of local Eurasian cuisine, from appetizers to full meals. You'll find popular appetizers like nachos or fries with toppings, fried calamari rings, ahi poke, popcorn chicken, coconut shrimp, spinach artichoke dip, many breakfast selections, sea items including fish & chips, and land items. Note that there is also a pretty famous Bloody Mary on the menu that used to come loaded with all kinds of amazing veggies-fruits, large shrimp, etc. Over the years, that enormous pile of garnishes has become diminutized, and no longer the huge fluffy production it once was. Too bad I never tried it in its heyday. Shucks. My favorite apps are the calamari, poke with chips, coconut shrimp, and spinach artichoke dip. But we all know why I'm really here. MISOYAKI BUTTERFISH! My favorite meal is the misoyaki butterfish, which is served on a pile of sautéed fresh local veggies with a large scoop of yummy white rice. The fish has that familiar, delicious butterfish taste I love, while the sautéed veggies and rice add their own flair and complement the fish nicely. My only complaint? They should add another scoop of rice. Not just one! :D As you can tell, my tummy can only focus on one thing! MISOYAKI BUTTERFISH! What did my tummy say? MISOYAKI BUTTERFISH! What does Jules Y. love to eat here? MISOYAKI BUTTERFISH! That's right! Whatever you choose, with so many different selections, you can be sure to find a fav of your own. YUM YUM to the 604! :D

    Ube colada
    Laura E.

    My mom's friend recommended Restaurant 604 so we made a reservation online for 7/21/2026. I saw the ube colada on Yelp but didn't see it on the menu. When the waitress came to take our drink orders, I asked if it was available. She said yes and that they're phasing it out. As an ube lover, I was happy it was still available so of course I ordered it. Though I've never had an ube colada and don't have a point of comparison, R604's version was tasty and I loved the toasted marshmallow. For our entrees, we had the sesame poke, mahi mahi, and clam chowder. I love poke and was excited to try it in HI for the first time! While the portion was generous and the fish was fresh, I can't say it was the best poke I've had. Honestly, I've had better in CA and (surprisingly) MN. I tried both my mom's clam chowder and mahi - good but not amazing. Though we were seated right away and our waitress was friendly, the service itself leaves something to be desired. We waited a long time for the check and we got another patron's card by mistake. To their credit, they called my mom to let her know they had her card and put it in their safe until we could pick it up tomorrow. However, we were in the uber so we're unable to head back. The restaurant itself was noisy, which made having a conversation difficult. Glad we tried it but wouldn't return.

    Spicy Poke Nachos
    Alyssa E.

    Restaurant 604 offers a prime waterfront location with plenty of parking and a lively atmosphere. We had a 5 p.m. reservation for a party of eight and were seated promptly once more than half of our group had arrived, which appears to be their policy for larger parties. Finding parking was easy thanks to their spacious lot, and we were lucky enough to even grab spots near the entrance. The ambiance feels very sports bar-esque, the vibe reminded me a lot of Mai Tai's but with waterfront seating. It's the kind of place that feels geared more toward kicking back with drinks and friends than having a memorable dining experience. The food photographs better than it eats. Presentation was attractive and several dishes looked promising when they arrived at the table, but the flavors never quite matched the visual appeal. Everything was decent enough, yet there wasn't a single dish that made me want to order it again. Our party ordered a variety of dishes, and the total bill came out to about $265 including tip. What really disappointed me was learning that the fish isn't local. My partner is an avid fisherman and asked what fish was being used in the fish and chips. We were told it was swai, which is imported from Southeast Asia and typically served frozen. For a waterfront restaurant in Hawaii that leans into local-style cuisine, that was a letdown. I also ordered the miso butterfish, which happens to be one of my favorite fish dishes. While the preparation itself was decent, I'm fairly certain what I was served was not butterfish. It tasted more like a generic white fish and lacked the rich, buttery texture and flavor that make butterfish so distinctive. Service was also fairly efficient throughout the meal, with the first round of dishes arriving about 30 minutes after we were seated and the remaining meals following shortly after. Overall, I'd recommend Restaurant 604 more for drinks than for dining. The happy hour appears to be a strong draw, and I can absolutely see this being a fun place to meet up with friends, enjoy a few cocktails, watch a game, and take in the waterfront views. If you enjoy the vibe of Mai Tai's, you'll probably enjoy spending time here. However, if you're specifically looking for standout food or fresh local seafood, there are better options elsewhere on the island.

    Steve D.

    Usually go to 604 in Waianae but closed for a week, so went here for first time. Loved it. 6.04$ menu is great. Had a great time for first time.

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    Michelle T.

    We went to 604 for my cousin's birthday. It was nice to see Kaipo Kapua performing for the evening Sunset dinner. I ordered the taco karaoke and the $6 clams. I also ordered a plantation iced tea. The rest of the table ordered things like the spinach artichoke dip and the prime rib pupus. The wait time was a little longer given it was a busy night but overall the customer service was on point. They knew things were running behind and they did their best to communicate and always keep us in the loop of things. It was nice to be there since I haven't been there in a while. The parking is generous and if you get there just in time you can catch a glimpse of the sunset and the best music from local artists.

    Seana A.

    I met a couple of friends for dinner tonight at my suggestion. They are visiting and the view is breath taking. We were able to sit by the water and enjoy the view. It was Pau Hana and the place was hopping. Our server was friendly. We didn't have to ask him for water, he immediately asked what our drink order was in addition to water. My friends ordered their Bloody Mary and I ordered a local brew called Cliff. My friends had been waiting to have a Bloody Mary since they arrived on island and they told me it was worth the wait. I have some food allergies and I told my server right away. He went to the kitchen and one of the options I could have was the Loco Moco. Loco Moco is one of my favorite things to eat. Instead of the mac salad I had a green salad. I was quite happy with my meal. Check out Restaurant 604 if you are ever in the area.

    Regular size Loco Moco
    Steven N.

    Im a local and didn't even know about this place (I know embarrassing) but oh man were they busy! Very spacious restaurant with plentiful tables. We made a reservation and still had to wait additional 15mins to get to our table! I felt bad for the families that walked up to be on the waitlist, sorry for the wait! Menu looked very appealing and I wanted to order everything! FOOD: Loco Moco was very savory and really matched my palate, one of the better loco mocos i've had around the island Chili Tofu is on the 604 all items menu which means $6.04 for this, came out cold which is normal and came packing a punch with umami! I love kimchi, Taegu and tofu, literally this dish was made for me Mini Kalua Pork Nachos was alright. Most disappointing item of the 3 I ordered. Chips were already soggy when landed on the table. Pork was kinda chunky and hard instead of pull apart soft. Cheese sauce really threw me off, tastes plasticy and did not need to be on there, they should've subbed it with shredded cheese melted on top instead of that sauce. Service is also great! From the host to the server to the bidder and managers! they were all so friendly and professional! I felt taken care of which is exactly they do right! Highly recommend coming here for good value and good service! Avoid the Kalua Nachos tho P.S. Make reservations ahead of time, and parking is ample but can be packed so arrive timely. Food 4/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 View 5/5

    Kalua Pork Plate
    Ian M.

    Fantastic place to eat with family, friends or co-workers just outside the Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickham. I've been coming here for years and is a regular stop each visit to island. The food is epic as is the beautiful views of rainbow marina. The servers are busy but take good care of you despite.

    Ahi Tuna Sandwich with fries. Very good. Lots of seasoning..
    Crystal M.

    TERRIBLE SERVICE! We should be reimbursed our gratuity and let me tell you why... We had a table of 30 people, they gave away our extra table so when our remaining 5 people came in, guess what they didn't have a place to sit after they TOLD us that we could use that table for our people who were still arriving... And then, she took half of our people's orders, and then took another table's orders... meanwhile we sat there for an hour!!! And half of our table got their food and we STILL HAD NOT EVEN ORDERED YET... She literally was like oh, I'm getting group gratuity so I don't have to give them good service! But I'm going to take care of my individual tables so I can get tips from them! This place is ridiculous. I should have said something about this waitress when I was there but honestly I just wanted to get out of there as soon as possible. She's lucky she got gratuity cause I wouldn't have tipped her at all which is rare for me as a prior waitress myself, I always tip! As far as food, I got the teriyaki salmon and it was delicious, kind of salty but good overall. Plenty of parking as always.

    Chicken katsu
    Kristina K.

    Came on a Saturday night about 6:15 with 7 of us. We waited an hour for a table. I get that Sat nights are busy, but the Mgr said he'd throw in some appetizers for our wait but never. Good thing appetizers were $6.04/each (major plus). The view overlooking the harbor is beautiful, but the vibe is more like a bar, from the surf decor to the servers in black tanks & shorts, to the loud music! Live music was great except way too loud. Amplifiers or whatever were louder than the musicians voices which was sad bc they sound so good! Sadder that it was hard to hear each other talk at our table without yelling to each other. Service was slow as you probably guessed with them being busy and seemed short staffed. The food took about the same time as it did to seat us. Altogether we had: Burger - good, charred, but the patty needed seasoning. The fries were really oily, everyone said that at our table. Spicy garlic chicken - pretty good, not too spicy itself but came with jalapeño slices Spring rolls - good, 8 small pieces but $6 remember Chicken katsu - good Loco moco - good Ribeye steak - med rare very tender inside & charred outside. The mash potatoes were too liquidy & didn't taste good Cuban sandwich - very good except the sauce on top throws it off. The owners should really listen to all the negative reviews and keep the sauce on the side! We were double charged for alcohol which took long for the server to correct it. Cashing out took very long period, it seemed like our server was on meal break. The bathroom was clean. Restaurant was clean. They had lots of signs with discount days and deals like kids eat free Sunday 10am - 2pm (may come back for that). Location is easy to find, go all the way right of the Arizona Memorial entrance, restaurant is on the 2nd floor. Throwback: i really loved when it used to be Schooners they had a really good lunch buffet and not loud music. I don't recommend coming on live music nights (Thurs, Fri, Sat) for a nice enjoyable meal or intimate gathering, but good if you like the bar scene. I'll have to check it out not on a live night or during the day sometime.

    Hector C.

    Came here with the fam on our family vacation. Food was delicious. Wait time was just approximately less than 10 min. Great customer service. Beautiful view of the marina. Right next to Pearl Harbor. Chicken katsu was amazing and fish and chips. And poke nachos 8/6/26

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    Oyster shooters or oysters?

    Oysters

    Do you still have Happy Hour? If so, what are the times? What are some Happy Hour items ? Mahalo!

    My apologies, we do not offer happy hour at this location. However, We offer an aloha hour from 3pm-5pm at our Clubhouse https://www.604clubhouse.com and 60fore Bar&Grill https://60fore.com/ Location.… 

    How do i make reservations bc i made it on the website but no confirmation was sent to me?

    I would call to double check.

    Does the coconut shrimp have any type of nuts in the batter or breading?

    Aloha, There is no nuts in the batter or breading.… 

    Do they still do their frose's?

    Not at this time but we do have other amazing ice blended cocktails on our menu right now! We hope to see you soon. Aloha, Cami

    Do you have live bands on sundays?

    Aloha! We don't always have live bands on Sundays, but every once in a while we will have a special band perform on a Sunday. Please feel free to follow our Instagram page @restaurant604 for more information on the live band schedule. We hope you… 

    Aloha! Do you have live music tomorrow night (Friday)?

    Aloha Sierra! Yes, we do have live music tomorrow night (May 19th) from 6-8 p.m. We hope to see you there!

    Do you guys have live music this Friday?

    Aloha Janelle, yes we have live music this Friday. At this time, we have Buja scheduled to play on March 17th. Feel free to let us know if you have any additional questions. We hope to see you then!

    Can you hear the TVs for major sporting events like Super Bowl?

    Yes

    Does the restaurant do private events?

    Aloha Jenyl Rose. Yes, we do private events. If it’s for 20 people or more, please call our events office at 808-657-3412 to book. Our office is open Monday- Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Feel free to let us know if you have any additional… 

    Is there a restroom in the restaurant? The one below on the ground floor is not pleasant for a restaurant. Sometimes, they don't have soap, paper towels or toilet paper. Asking for a friend.

    Yes, it is over by the bar, next to the back stairs.

    Do you take reservations?

    Aloha Heidy, We do take call aheads for parties of 10 or more and we also take reservations for… 

    Physical handicap accessible?

    There are handicap parking stalls but I did not see any elevators to the 2nd floor which the seatings are located. Only stairs.

    If we have reservations at 2:30 may we order brunch? Thank you so very for your answer! We'll be there tomorrow at 2. Will try another dish. See you tomorrow!!!

    Aloha and thanks for your question. We serve brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. What day will you be joining us, Cammie? I would like to give the staff a heads-up that you'll be ordering from the brunch menu towards the end of… 

    Is there a menu for Happy hour? Special prices?

    Yes there are special menu items eg drinks and food for everyday happy hour.

    What day and time is the slowest times?

    Monday through Wednesday early afternoons tend to be less busy. Lunch rush usually peaks around 12:30-1 pm and then Dinner service starts getting busy around 5:30 pm with a wait time average of about 1 hour to 1 hour 30 min. Although, the summer… 

    What's a good time to go on a Sat night, I called and they said it's walk ins only?

    Go 2 hours before u want to eat. It takes a while to get a table especially when there is live music.

    Do they take breakfast brunch reservations?

    They don't take reservations but you can call ahead for large parties as a heads up to them. And they have a waiting list that you can be put on. Once you gather everyone together you get bumped to the head of the list.

    Do they take reservations?

    Aloha, Honey K. We do not take reservations however you can give us a call and inquire to be placed on our call-ahead list. The way a call ahead works is, once you check-in, you and your party will be expedited to the very top of the waitlist upon… 

    Do you have any vegan options?

    If requested they will accommodate your needs for Vegan options.

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    So much aloha in this place. The hostess was friendly and cleared a table as our friends waited for…read moreus to arrive. Our server was informative and helpful. The restaurant is quite busy during weekday lunch, but the tables cleared pretty quickly. Two of us shared the sampler ($33.99 for pork lau lau, compared to $31.99 for chicken lau lau), although our server said that some individuals order it for themselves. The sampler came with lomi lomi salmon, squid lu'au, chicken long rice, poi, lau lau (pork or chicken), sweet potato and poi. It was filling for the two of us. We thought we might add something else à la cart, but we didn't need anything more. So good. We were surprised by the sweetness of the coconut milk in the squid lu'au. Everything was yummy! We were happy to have had such tasty Hawaiian food. Yay! There's a smaller paid parking lot in front of the restaurant. It was full, so we went to the parking structure behind. The restaurant validated for 90 minutes. Remember to scan the QR code in the parking lot after you park and to ask the hostess at the restaurant to validate online before you leave the restaurant.

    Highway Inn is a family-owned, third-generation Hawaiian restaurant featured on Food Network's…read moreDiners, Drive-Ins and Dives, serving traditional island comfort food since 1947. What better way for the first dinner on Oahu to be with some friends at Highway Inn. Two of us shared a pork laulau combo and a regular side of beef stew at the insistence of our friend. I also tried the kalua pork nachos and lau lau lumpia. Every bite was flavorful and delicious and had I not been eating throughout the whole entire day, I would have finished off the plate. It was that good. Comfort food since 1947? I can see it. Great eats.

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    Highway Inn Kaka'ako - KALUA PIG NACHOS,FRIED RICE & SOUR CREAM

    KALUA PIG NACHOS,FRIED RICE & SOUR CREAM

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    Rainbow Drive-In - Solid little place for some local food

    Rainbow Drive-In

    3.8(6.1k reviews)
    10.2 miKaimuki
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    62 years in business

    Son wanted to go here. He saw it on TikTok. I got the. BBq pork meal. The pork was great. A…read moregazillion pounds of rice. I only at about 1/4 of it. The macaroni salad was macaroni with what seemed like just mayo. (Not my jam). He had the loco moco. He loved it. Again a billion pounds of rice. Kid had a hot dog. Didn't finish it. Quality was really low. Maybe we are used to dodger dog snap style flavorful ones. Anyway was a nice little meal and took a walk at the park a couple blocks away to walk off the massive amounts of rice.

    My family, across multiple generations, has been going here for decades, close to back when they…read morefirst opened. We have homes in the neighborhood. And we just can't go here anymore unless changes are made! We used to prefer them over Zippy's, but now they are less than 7-Eleven quality, while charging higher-end prices for the neighborhood. We have given them many chances, hoping it was just a fluke, but we have repeatedly been disappointed. Their chicken has become chewy and fatty, their rice is mediocre, and condiments such as mayonnaise are stripped down to the bare minimum quantity. Chile is poured so lightly that it is practically a minuscule amount. And their prices have continued to rise. I don't know if greedy people took over the restaurant who just don't care anymore, or what is going on. I remember when I used to take people here, and they would be impressed with the quality and quantity--plates just heaping with good cuts of meat, noodles, and rice. Those days are no more. As they say in Japan, the price performance is poor. Furthermore, their staff is rude. I can only imagine it was an owner working this day because it was a face I haven't seen that often. An older gentleman who appeared to be of Okinawan descent, working the cashier register, accosted us because I was privately discussing with my family about splitting different items with them. We were all ordering something, so he wasn't losing any money, but he told us about how prices are double in Waikīkī. First of all, it is rude to interrupt your customers that way. Secondly, we don't go to Waikīkī or care about Waikīkī. What happened to serving the locals? Third, Waikīkī has an assortment of restaurants, prices, and qualities, and they shouldn't be how you base your services. Lastly, I guarantee I could find a better deal in Waikīkī if I wanted to. Next time you're in the area, just go get a $6 bento or a $5 burrito from 7-Eleven next door. I assure you, the price performance and experience will be better. If Rainbow Drive-In is in the business of comparing themselves to other things, let's compare them to 7-Eleven and at least try to be better than them, right? I can get mochiko chicken from 7-Eleven for $6.99 that is similar in portion size and better quality. Meanwhile, they are serving their fatty, dry chicken for $16.75. Highway robbery! And they are not fancy, with their dirty picnic tables and plastic cutlery. They are just a step above a food truck, if that. Save yourself from the hype. They have gone downhill like a landslide. Go elsewhere.

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    Rainbow Drive-In - Rainbows mixed plate

    Rainbows mixed plate

    Rainbow Drive-In - Loco Moco Plate

    Loco Moco Plate

    Rainbow Drive-In - Turns out I was wearing my GRAVY ALL OVER shirt so I had to get a pic with my loco moco!

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    Turns out I was wearing my GRAVY ALL OVER shirt so I had to get a pic with my loco moco!

    Waiahole Poi Factory - Fresh, hand pounded poi, traditional staple of the Hawaiian people

    Waiahole Poi Factory

    4.5(1.6k reviews)
    9.7 mi
    $$

    A legit 5 star hole in the wall along the highway. Absolutely worth the stop…read more The food is authentic and flavorful. Try the beef lau lau. I was so pleasantly surprised by it. Although everything was so good. Service was insanely fast and super friendly. Lots of outdoor tables with umbrellas, the place was pretty busy but we were able to get seating and we got our food in seconds.

    I can't even count how many times we've driven by this place en route to the North Shore. Finally…read moredecided to stop by for lunch. While they do have a parking, I suggest just parking on the street and walking up to the place. Signs clearly direct you to which window you can order food from and another for food pickup/dessert only ordering. We opted for combo plate (kalua pork and chicken long rice) w/ a side of poi. Both the kalua pork and chicken long rice were tasty but wished we had ordered rice instead so that i could mop up the delicious fat from the kalua pork! Loved the haupia pudding but wished they would give you a bit more. For dessert we ordered the tahitian sweet lady which was delicious! Wasn't a fan of the salmon lomi as it was pretty fishy for me. As we waited for our food, we noticed a dessert chilling on the ledge and joked with my wife that it was likely ours. Sure enough after 10 mins, the ice cream guy asked the cashier whose it was and at that time was our number called. Sadly, the ice cream had already started to melt. Wished they wouldn't have prepared the dessert until after our food was ready. Would definitely head back for their plate lunches and to try the sweet lady of waiahole dessert.

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    Waiahole Poi Factory
    Waiahole Poi Factory - Amazing food. Ho'io salad is a must. Fresh poi is tops. You can't go wrong at Waiahole Poi Factory.

    Amazing food. Ho'io salad is a must. Fresh poi is tops. You can't go wrong at Waiahole Poi Factory.

    Waiahole Poi Factory - The Ohana at Waiahole Poi Factory with members of One Groove.

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    The Ohana at Waiahole Poi Factory with members of One Groove.

    Da Ono Hawaiian Foods

    Da Ono Hawaiian Foods

    3.9(297 reviews)
    10.1 miKaimuki
    $$

    3.5 stars We wanted…read moreto try authentic Hawaiian food and came across this spot. The owner was very friendly and took the time to recommend dishes for us, including the laulau and lechon kawali. We also ordered the BBQ short ribs. Overall, it was a good experience trying Hawaiian food, but it's just not really our type of cuisine. The laulau was quite dry, and the preparation felt more like meat that had been boiled or cooked in liquid, which isn't something I usually enjoy. The lechon kawali had a crispy pork belly texture, topped with something similar to a salsa, but it didn't suit our taste either. Unfortunately, the cabbage served with it also had some black spots, which was off-putting. The BBQ short ribs were the highlight of the meal and the dish we enjoyed the most. We appreciate the experience and the hospitality, but the flavors just didn't quite match our personal preferences.

    Good local Hawaiian food restaurant. Street parking only. Small restaurant I believe it was Ono…read moreHawaii on Kapahulu before. Now it is named the Da Ono Hawaiian Foods. Either the owner or the manager seemed like a one man show. He was the server, bus boy, and chef. Husband got the pipikalua short ribs/he enjoyed. Sisters got the pork lau lau which came with sweet potato, rice or poi, lomi lomi salmon (more onion and tomato than salmon). i got the chicken lau lau, again stuffed with chicken, not enough taro leaves. The Haupia was smoky, so either burnt or something- inedible! Only six tables in the entire restaurant. The gentleman that was serving us I believe was also the bus boy, cook, server and cashier! Place is a hole in the wall with missing ceiling tiles and exposed panels above our table (gross!!). Sis loves this dive so we keep coming back!

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    Da Ono Hawaiian Foods - Short Ribs Plate

    Short Ribs Plate

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