TEX 808 BBQ &amp; Brews

Where is Hawaii Kai location? By what other store. Can't find it?

Gone I think.., there's are new place where they were...

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Where is the location in Waikiki?

2299 Kuhio Ave, right out front of the Laylow Hotel.. go up the stairs to get in...

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When is the Hawaii Kai location expected to open?

No idea!

Is this a franchise of some sort or a family business?

Aloha Angel! We are locally owned and operated. We did just open up another location in Waikiki though and have a location in Hawaii Kai under construction :)

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Can you get brews to go/pickup?

Aloha Desiree! Yes, our canned/bottled brews are available to-go. Looking forward to having you visit us soon!

Do you need base access?

Aloha! You do not need base access - we are located in Moanalua Shopping Center located outside of the base.

Is the food bad or good?

Their food is delicious!

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I have seen so many positive reviews on Mei Mei so I thought it gotta be good! Hmmm I wasn't sure…read moreif it was just a bad day for the chef or the quality has gotten worse? But we were so disappointed with the quality of the food we couldn't even finish everything. So I got 2 lunch orders: rice with char siu and roast pork, and rice with roast duck and chicken. I also ordered half pound of beef trip to try. So this way we got to sample everything. At the end the only thing we enjoyed was the roast pork. The skin was crispy and meat had good flavor. The duck had too much fat. There was not much meat left after getting rid of the bones and the fat. The chicken was quite mushy. The texture just was not right probably because it wasn't too fresh? The char siu was probably one of the worst I have even had. It had so much tendon that there was not a single piece that we could even chew through it. And the beef tripe was soooooo salty. It was just very disappointing. It was relatively cheap though compared to other restaurants and they gave us a very big portion but I don't think I will go back given that there are places that sell better roast duck and char siu.

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GET THE CORN BREAD!…read more Okay, now that the most important information is there...we loved this spot! The brisket plate was perfect for two meals. It falls apart as you're eating it in all the best ways. I regret not ordering it by the pound. The potato salad was a bit too mustardy for me but the cream corn was 10/10 I should've asked for it in a cup. My favorite part was the corn bread. I'm used to corn bread being dry and not my choice of a bbq side but I took a chance thanks to the employee hyping up all my food choices and tried it. The texture was more of a bread budding and was unbelievably delicious. I regret only getting one piece and not another one for the following day. I guess what I'm trying to say is, swing on by, order a little bit of everything and you'll leave a few pounds heavier and very happy.

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What a great find. Located on King st next to the Mc Donald's…read more The pic says it all really tasty bbq. Lots of parking and you can gas up if needed. ServIce was speedy and very friendly.

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Shoutout to our server Evan! He was amazing. Very friendly, helpful, and accommodating to our…read moretable. Great food, music, and ambiance in general. Will be back!

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So glad I finally got to eat here. The ambience was modern and cozy. The service was phenomenal…read morerecommendations by the waiter excellent. So glad that we chose to get the spicy beef. I think it was but most happy about the Moi. Wow. I could eat that every time. Both of them. But the beef is only available on Sunday so glad we went on that day. The four of us agreed that on our own, we would be coming back again real soon. There were so many other items on the menu that still needed to be tasted. I recommend reservations because they are pretty trendy.

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House Without A Key

Honestly, my husband wanted to try this place! When he walked in for a reservation, I was kind of…read morehesitate to try it.. as they had very limited options on the menu for a vegetarians! Melissa best waiter at this place. We were blessed with her presence. She really welcomed us with an open arm and suggested a whole bunch of stuff. Pizza, burger, fries, some drinks: Mai Thai! She really made us full ultra special. She definitely deserves a double raise. She's one of the most motivated person I've met at this place. The ambience of this place is better because of her presence. She made us feel over the stars. Thank you Melissa for your hospitality! Keep rising away

I have to admit, it was the pizza that saved the day. The rest of the dishes we ordered were…read moresubpar, including their supposedly famous rib-eye steak. We checked in early and were told to come back later since we had arrived ahead of our reservation time. Fair enough. But when we returned, we had to wait another 15+ minutes before being seated. Then came another long wait for our waitress to come around and take our orders. To make matters worse, our table had an obstructed view of the hula show, despite my specifically requesting a good table so I could entertain my loved ones visiting from the mainland. I guess this is what happens when a 20% service charge is automatically locked in for a party of six. I have no problem tipping appropriately for good service, but I certainly don't believe poor service deserves the same treatment. This experience left a really bad taste in my mouth. I've always had good experiences dining here, but unfortunately, not this time. What the heck happened--personnel, management, or just an off night? No plans to return anytime soon, although I have to admit, that incredible pizza might just be enough to tempt me back! management change??what happened to this place that I used to love? Management/personnel change?

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Every time our family is back here in Hawaii, immediately make reservations to come back here…read more Their speciality Kurobata pork is what makes coming here worth it. We came during happy hour this time and I was able to try their Buffalo Fried Chicken Tenders. The buffalo sauce was on the side which was nice since some of us didn't enjoy spicy food/sauces. I of course ordered the specialty pork set which came with cabbage, rice, and miso soup. The cabbage is refillable and definitely a must with the sesame dressing. The staff was great and made sure to check on our table often for any refillables or condiments. Definitely coming back here every time we're in the area.

This was a very delicious dining experience on our recent Hawaiian trip!…read more It was a short and very pleasant walk along the beach to reach the restaurant from the Hilton Hawaiian Village hotel. I highly recommend making a reservation as this place is very popular and is not very big inside. When you arrive, they have one side to check-in for reservations and one side to check-in for walkups. As I mentioned above, the inside is rather small and a bit cramped. However, the service is very friendly! I had the deluxe pork loin set which includes rice, salad, soup, and curry sauce. The meat was extremely tender, but the coating was a touch oiler than I am used to. The curry sauce was really tasty and was a nice addition to the katsu! I also love that they had fountain soft drinks with complimentary refills. This was a very tasting tonkatsu dining experience in Honolulu!

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Moku is my absolute favorite place to go for happy hour! I decided to come for a little solo lunch…read moretreat after wrapping up a photo shoot. I was seated inside and the waiter was so fast. I really appreciated the fact that he was so attentive since I was dining alone. The restaurant was busy but it wasn't too loud and it was the perfect setting to get a little work done and enjoy a meal. I got the mai tai, it's discounted on the happy hour and it's literally the best one on the island. They've been my go to for years and it's amazing every time. The fries are also a must! The aioli they give with it is also really good. I tried a pizza and I like it, it was fresh, I like that they have specials that change from time to time. Overall a 10/10 visit.. as always!

Moku Kitchen's food is usually quite good, I LOVE their gyozas. The sauce is amazing and my entire…read moretable loved it so much we got two. But, the pasta (fettuccine bolognese) was disappointing. It sounded really good from the description, but it had this kind of stale like taste? There was not really a punch of flavor or something that made me want to continue eating it. The jalapeno pizza was great, though. An amazing dish and I found myself going back to it often. The place is quite nice and also spacious, and the food came out fast.

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Christian R.

216

2 years ago

Tex 808 BBQ has potential, but the customer service leaves a lot to be desired. My family and I walked in, and the workers were just sitting around, not greeting or acknowledging us. It felt like we weren't welcomed at all. When ordering, the staff seemed disinterested, almost like they were ready to close--even though they still had two hours left before closing time. The worst part was when I received my food. The worker was playing around with my tray, and he actually dropped my bread. To my surprise, he still had the audacity to give it to me! The food itself was okay, but it was cold, and the whole experience left a bad taste in my mouth. I get that the staff are likely young, but there seemed to be no supervision or guidance on how to run the place. It's a shame because this place has potential. Unfortunately, I won't be bringing my family back to this establishment. They really need to step up their customer service if they want repeat business. read more

Nado B.

Elite 26

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11 months ago

So, let's talk about this spot. The brisket? Absolute fire. Smoky, tender, and just the right amount of fat to make each bite melt in your mouth. It's the kind of brisket that makes you close your eyes for a second and think, yep, they nailed it. But here's where things start to slide. The sides and accompaniments feel like an afterthought. Instead of lifting up that beautiful brisket, they kind of drag the whole plate down -- bland, mismatched, and not really working in harmony. And the toughest pill to swallow? The price. When you're shelling out that much, you expect everything on the tray to deliver. Instead, it feels like you're paying top dollar for one standout item surrounded by filler. Worth a visit for the brisket alone, but don't come expecting the full package to match the hype. read more

Kasey S.

6 years ago

So excited there's a location closer to where I live!! Only thing that could have made this restaurant better was being able to get it delivered, so now my life is complete! My go to is always the turkey sandwich...never disappoints!! So good we even got it for thanksgiving last year read more

Kim S.

5 years ago

I had high expectations. Food fine. Bartender nice. But I went to restroom and everything was cleared away including my beer and $5 coupon. Charged full price. Had to go back to get the $5. I was quite disappointed. $46 for just me. Not sure if I want to try that again. read more

Dustin M.

3 years ago

The service was fine but the food was not worth the money. The ribs were tough and lacked flavor. The brisket was okay but could have used some trimming prior to smoking. The pulled pork was okay, and the sides were good. read more

Liz H.

6 years ago

First of all this place had great customer service! That being said the food could be better. Way better for the prices being charged /:.

Chris R.

4 years ago

Food was good, not the best, but the service was great. Fun people to serve your food. Kind of expensive but so is everything else!

Katie S.

6 years ago

Such delicious BBQ! Tried their BBQ Bowl and I'll definitely be ordering it again! Yum!!! Staff is super quick & friendly too :)

Brian R.

5 years ago

Owner is so nice and food was so delicious. We came back 3 times over our 6 days stay!! Thanks for the amazing food!!

N M.

105

4 years ago

Food is fast and very good, you get a lot of food for the price. Service is fast and friendly. Food is really good. read more

Israel R.

6 months ago

If i could give zero stars i would literally the worst bbq ive ate in my life . Terrible food. Would never buy again.

Davin M.

4 years ago

Dry meat. Not worth the $. Really regret going to this place. Small portions too! Over priced and not worth it!

Lianne B.

5 years ago

Food was great!!!! Would go there again!! Very nice people! Felt very welcomed! Seemed like a nice atmosphere. read more

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4.5

(431 reviews)

One of the better smash burgers I've tried, a real hidden gem. I know Shay's has been around for a…read morewhile and only now I got to try it. Look for the orange food truck across from Boston's Pizza along Kam Highway, you can't miss it. We got there about 1pm on a Monday and placed our orders right away. Everything is made to order so there is a bit of a wait, about 10 minutes. There are about 7 picnic tables and 4 shaded areas to eat. I was also surprised that there were quite a few Japanese tourists venturing out this side for Shay's. Their menu is simple, with 3 types of burgers and fries. We ordered the All American, Fun Guy, and Krazy Fries. I like how the burgers did not taste greasy but still had flavor. They also give disposable gloves if you're not a fan of getting your hands dirty. Will be back again next time I have a burger craving.

1- Fun Guy- Mushroom burger 1-All American 2 Burgers &…read moreFries Total: $41. Worth it? YES! Burger was super flavorful!! I had the mushroom burger (Fun Guy) it was super yummy!! Flavors were great & both the burger & veggies were cooked perfectly! Fries were too salty for my liking but still good My husband had the All American w/ crazy fries. He said the crazy fries were good. He liked the sauce. He enjoyed the burger too! Service was fast and cooked to order. Lots of parking but parking is in a lot. We came before and now they have renovated the area with another truck vendor and seats with umbrellas to sit and enjoy your food. However, we are in the car because the heat was too much for us LOL! Will definitely come back for another chest diet meal!

Joe's Grill Express

4.5

(1.1k reviews)

I'd keep this place a secret until I die, but that wouldn't be fair to them let me just say this…read moreis THE BEST breakfast place everrrrr. If you're looking for comfort local kine bfast, this is the place right here. Their portions are perfect, and their prices are even better. The aunties running the front are always so friendly and welcoming. Oh, they also have this cheesecake brownie that I literally dream about. If you're ever in the airport/nimitz area take the time to give them some love. You won't be disappointed.

Another delicious local spot near the airport. You kind find these types of mom-and-pops all over…read more You just gotta look past Waikiki. Menu is huge and filled with local dishes and traditional Filipino ones with an island twist. You know I had to try one of them so I ordered the following: - Pork adobe omelette with fried rice - 8/10: hearty, flavorful, and filling. A culinary trifecta. Adobo was on point and not too oiley. And they give you plenty of it. Just delicious. There is so much on the menu that it definitely warrants another pass. No wonder the locals keep coming back.

Masa's Cafeteria

4.3

(177 reviews)

Great tasing food with large portions. The Hot Patrami sandwich was about the same portion as Kat's…read moreDeli in NYC and seved with potato salad.

I grab lunch from Masa's Cafeteria at least once a week for my parents and I, and this has become…read moreour weekly tradition because their food is still ono. My favorite is the Shoyu Chicken and my parents love the Beef Stew. Some tips to help you before you go: -Make sure to go early or else some of the specials might run out -Their specials change every day so make sure to check Facebook, Instagram or their website -I like to order ahead of time and pick up because you can bypass the line outside and go directly inside to pay -They take both cash and credit card -If you're looking for cute and unique gifts, they have a small selection of gift bowls, and snacks inside, even things from Trader Joe's!

Peppa's Korean BBQ

3.4

(97 reviews)

Great quality of meats and sides. Very big portions. One plate gives me two meals. Service is…read moreusually very quick. They're located in Kam Shopping Center next to Times Supermarket.

I love Peppa's, but have not eaten at this location yet. When we passed by at Kamehameha Shopping…read moreCenter, we stopped in for dinner. They were quite busy as people were popping in and out. I got the mini kalbi plate $17.99 with a side of four piece mandoo $4.29. The hubby got the bbq chicken plate. The mini plate comes with two sides and the regular plate comes with four sides. I subbed out my rice with another side, so I got the shoyu potatoes, mayo potatoes and pickled cucumber. The food was delicious. The kalbi was nicely marinated and had that char taste to it. I especially liked the mayo potatoes. Some places don't add enough mayo, so it's dry. This place drenched the potatoes in mayo. Some people might not care for it, but I live for it, lol. The prices here were kind of high. It's the same prices as Yummy's at Ala Moana Food Court and I know the rent there is much higher. The food at the Ala Moana Yummy's isn't as good as here though.

Pagaikiki’s Kitchen

4.6

(26 reviews)

Pagaikiki's Kitchen was established in 2005 by the Pagaikiki Family in Samoa, offering Samoan…read moreflavored smoked BBQ dishes, such as huli huli chicken, turkey tails, and lechon. In 2016, the Pagaikiki Family moved to HI and focused on catering services. In 2021, a lunch wagon was purchased and upgraded to a 18-foot trailer that was used in Maili, on the Waianae side for business. The family has since relocated and are welcomed in its present permanent location in their own kiosk just outside of the Navy Exchange in Pearl Harbor, a retail department store and commissary for US military. There is also a food court, which is ope to the public. The Pagaikiki's Kitchen prepares, cooks, and offers the following: * Huli huli chicken * Beef BBQ * Lechon Plate * Turkey Tail Plate * Pork Plate * Ribs Plate Note that the marinade is made Samoan style, which has salt, sweet onion, garlic, black pepper, and other spices. Pagaikiki's most popular dish is its huli huli chicken, a grilled chicken dish known for its sweet, savory, and smoky flavor, enhanced by marinating chicken in a special sauce and basting it while grilling. "Huli Huli" means "turn turn" in Hawaiian, frequently turning chicken as it cooks, with a local marinade of soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, pineapple juice, ginger, and garlic, creating a carmelized glaze when cooked. Note that Pacific Poultry Co., trademarked the term "huli huli" back in 1967 and restricts the use of "huli huli" on commercial sauces or specifically marketed chicken products by competitors without permission. As such, Pagaikiki's use of the term "huli huli" is describes their chicken as a cooking process, and not as a commercial sauce. This brings back memories of the 1970's and 1980's where school clubs would hold fundraising events of cooking and selling huli-huli chicken. A lot of hard work, but knowing when you follow that sweet smoky wafts, you'll be rewarded with delicious, juicy chicken! After the pandemic, however, these huli-huli chicken events have drastically decreased and hard to find. But when you do, you'll be rewarded with delicious and juicy chicken to savor! We've tried the following: * Whole "huli huli" chicken. A little different taste from your local "huli huli" chicken due to the Samoan flavors of ingredients and spices, but I loved it! Still considered island-style BBQ with smoky huli huli chicken, kiawe is the main flavor, with more smoke being incorporated. The chicken was slow roasted over fire until its glace carmelized, and was juicy, tender, well-seasoned, and very flavorful! Lots of juices came out of the chicken! * Rib plate. Tasty chewy ribs, but wished the meat would fall off of the bones. Can purchase meats ala carte or with two scoops rice and choice of salad, mac salad, or kim chee. The mac salad was tasty, with its Samoan version of ingredients and spices. There is complimentary house-made BBQ seasonings on the side that are very tasty and not spicy. Portions are generous, and prices are reasonable. Service was very friendly, as the family who operates the business is very welcoming and eager to answer your questions. The covered kiosk is located near the UPS Store and just outside of the NEX. The kiosk is rather large, as it incorporates ordering, pick-up, and houses drinks and equipment to maintain its popular huli huli chicken. No need to have military ID to purchase, as it is open to the public. Hours of operations are Mon to Sat 10a to 3p and closed Sun. Free parking is available in the NEX parking lot. We look forward in returning to having the huli-huli chicken again, as well as trying other menu items. Delicious meats, generous portions, reasonable prices, and friendly service are excellent reasons for enjoying this fine meal! We wish continued success for the Pagaikiki Family in their business venture! Support local!

Had to try the main menu item first. Ordered the 4 piece chicken plate and it was great! Took about…read more5-7 minutes. They are busy so I thought that was fast. The plate has three drumsticks and a thigh. So good. Tasty and moist. The seasoning works well. Doesn't taste like traditional huli huli chicken. More like lightly smoked hibachi chicken. Also included are 2 scoops rice with drippings (nice touch) and Mac or toss salad. Their bbq sauces are good and complement the chicken well. I will be back to try the turkey tails!

Kalihi Bar-B-Q Drive-Inn

4.2

(154 reviews)