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    Zippy's - S. Eastern

    3.4 (220 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    ZIPPY'S - S. EASTERN ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Take out menu - July 2026
    Debbie G.

    First visit and my husband stopped in while running errands. We didn't realize there is a limited Take Out Menu. After selecting a couple of dishes, Spaghetti and Garlic Bread, and Korean Fried Chicken, we tried a little of each. Spaghetti was average flavor, but had a good serving size and garlic bread was toasted nicely with lots of garlic. Korean fried chicken had a sweet, savory flavor that complimented the delicious macaroni salad and rice. Staff were nice and restaurant was clean. Overall, we wish there were more options that were not fried. But will definitely come back to try other menu items and dessert!

    Claire G.

    Zippy's was a favorite place to go back in the day in Oahu. This is the 2nd time for me to visit a Zippy's in Vegas. I've been to the one on Rainbow and this visit, in Henderson. The Rainbow location was SUPER busy and maybe because it was Memorial holiday. I preferred our visit in Henderson since it was mellow and laid back. There were a couple of big families dining. The dining area itself is spacious, bright and clean. Their bathrooms were also clean. Staff were friendly and quick. My Korean fried chicken was soooo good. We also had dessert. I forgot to take a picture of my cold banana cream pie. It was satisfying!

    Kristine J.

    Food was delicious!! It's my first time at a Zippy's! Hawaiian diner comfort food yummm. LV is so lucky to have 5 locations (I think?). LA has none sadly. We tried the zip pac deluxe, Portuguese sausage, saimin (filipino influences), and chili moco. All delicious, but I really liked the clear clean broth soup of the saimin! Perfect with the Chinese veggies, egg, onions & char siu pork. Even on a hot day, it was so good! The refillable lilikoi drink & orange bang were refreshing & addictingly just the right amount of sweet. The DESSERTS & PASTRIES! OMGG. Loved the dobash cake! Chocolate pudding cake, to me was not that sweet. I liked it a lot! Hubby loved their food too. The ones I took home were so sooo good even the next day. It was very unexpected. Simple, but I loved the sweetness on them. I loved the ube napple, ensaymada & chantilly cream puffs (creamy chocolate pudding filling)!! Ugh, they were perfect. Even the malasadas weren't bad, though plain inside. They had a nice somewhat crunchy fried texture outside. The sugar ratios were perfect. I was surprised at how good things tasted even a day or two later. Everything is reasonably priced. The pastries were a lot cheaper than I thought. The entrees were a tad more than I'd like, but they do give you big portions! This was the Henderson location. They have to-go lockers! It does get busier after 5 pm.....but our waitress was really nice and did her best being basically the only server. Cute ambiance, an ode to Hawaii! I need to go back, especially Oahu! I'll be back to try more stuff!! Yum yum!

    Loco Moco
    Cyndi T.

    We ordered take out via the website & it was a large order It was ready in 20 minutes and we got a code via text to unlock the locker for our food. We ordered the Zip Pac deluxe, meat lovers, Moco Loco, Diamonds, Wun Ton soup, Chili & Rice Then we saw the bakery so we got Haupia cake and several other treats that were devoured before I could take a picture The servings were large so we had leftovers We will definitely come back next time we are in Hendersen

    Chili loco moco
    Robert F.

    We checked out Zippy's when they first came to town, but now we have this location right down the street from us. It's a big new build restaurant with a modern design that is bright & clean inside. We arrived around 10pm on a Wednesday and The service was definitely a bit slow. Once we ordered the food came out in a timely manner and it was hot & fresh. It's the first time I had the loco moco with chili instead of gravy and it was good. The loco moco with chili was huge! I split it with my girlfriend and was still full. A huge pile of rice with 3 burger patties and chili with 2 over easy eggs.

    Chili no beans
    Louie S.

    Yelp! review #21 of 2026 Stopped in around 7:30 pm on Tuesday May 19th. Here's a cleaner, stronger Yelp version: This visit was a real letdown. My wife specifically asked me to stop here and pick up dessert, and based on my past experiences with Zippy's, I was fine making the trip. I drove out of my way to visit this location because it is close to where we live. When my daughters and I walked in, the host asked whether we were dining in or ordering takeout. I told her we were there for takeout from the bakery. There was no greeting, no welcome, and no "someone will be right with you." We waited about five minutes and received no help. One employee was off to the side with his face buried in his phone instead of attending the takeout register. Another employee in the kitchen looked directly at us, then looked away without saying anything. The dining area only had about three occupied tables, so it did not appear busy enough to justify the lack of service or acknowledgment. Eventually, my daughters and I walked out. We wasted our time coming here and left empty-handed, which was disappointing for all of us as a family. It would take a lot for me to reconsider giving this location my business again.

    The takeout area has a drink station.
    Dan L.

    Full disclosure, I had no idea what zippies was. I made up a story in my head that it was pretty much a different kind of Denny's. I was absolutely wrong. Think of this place as a high-end Hawaiian barbecue place. Looking at the menu they have great items to eat. Pretty much the same thing that you would find on a wine barbecue menu, except upscale. I opted for the Korean fried Chicken which came on a plate with two scoop rice and one scoop. Mac salad. Okay, I got to tell you, the Mac salad is absolutely off the chart! I don't normally go from Mac salad but when I'm at a Hawaiian barbecue place I absolutely am all about it. My girlfriend had the chicken katsu which also came with two scoop rice, one scoop, Mac salad. And a really great katsie sauce. It too was very delicious, crunchy and hot as it should be. The service was okay, it wasn't spectacular. It was just okay. On the way out, you have to stop at the bakery section. Just looking through the glass of those cakes. I probably gained 30 lb. But I'll tell you what. We couldn't help but take a few of the pastries home with us. Everything there is amazing. They have a good loyalty club which gives you points for every dollar you spend and you get a free chili and rice just for signing up. Zippy's and you like one barbecue food in an upscale fashion. This is a place to go! We'll definitely be going back to try other items on the menu, it gives you that Hawaiian barbecue feeling if you don't feel like taking a styrofoam box home with you.

    Malasadas ! Wow !
    Susan R.

    Zippy's what's this ! We had to stop by and see what's happening! Zippy's is a diner in Hawaii! It's mainly Hawaiian style and themed food too! You can take it to go or eat it here. The restaurant is pretty large. It has a main dining area and a comfortable dining area for awaiting your order . The food is excellent! If you are seeking an education in Hawaiian cuisine let's talk and discuss. They offer many options for all sorts of different types of food choices. It's a great way to learn something new. Order it and just enjoy! They offer a bakery too . Some of the bakery items are really authentic to the experience of Hawaiian cuisine. You have to try the mala bread . These are a staple in Hawaii! Mmmm! They are worth the carbs. Come and eat Hawaiian style here in the best of places Las Vegas. Mahalo!

    Yukari N.

    It was my first time to go to Zippy's. The restaurant was clean and simple. I liked that. We went there for dinner. I had April Deal. It was only $12.99. It had Korean fried chicken, chili, macaroni salad and two scoops of rice. That was a lots to me. Korean fried chicken was good. My husband ordered Mixed plate. That was good too. Our server was good. Some pastries and soup which I wanted to try were sold out. I want to try it next time.

    Front of Zippy's on Eastern Avenue in Henderson, NV
    Steve Y.

    We had to visit Zippy's on Eastern Avenue in Henderson, NV just because we grew up with it in Hawai'i. Everything tasted pretty much the same. We had the Zip Pac Deluxe, Chantilly Cream Puffs and hot coffee. The tartar sauce was a little runny and it tasted a little off. The cream puffs were sis (Liliha Bakery's puffs mo betta). We decided to order online for pick up in the glass lock boxes in the lobby. We don't want to wait in any potential long lines. Tonight was okay - short lines. Don't show up too late to pick up your order because it'll lock up on you. I had to get in line just to have the guy grab my order for me. https://yelp.to/WNSQDPux5R

    Ube Napples
    Dexter R.

    The Teriyaki Beef & Chicken Katsu Platter was HUGH! I definitely got full. Then my wife couldn't finish her Korean Fried Chicken Plate. So I had to finish her plate too. It was all so delicious. We did order a Spam Musubi. I felt the rice to meat ratio was off. Too much rice lol. The waitress was awesome. She checked on us frequently. Our Water & Soda were always full. Every table at Zippy's looked like they were having a great time. The music was fitting and relaxing. I'm definitely bring all my family & visitors here to eat.

    Vegas pac and pepper on Mac salad
    Chrisjan Y.

    I ordered 3 Korean fried chicken and chili combo special. 1 regular chicken and chili combo. Food tasted great. But 1 Korean fried chicken and chili combo only came with 4 small pieces of chicken. The 2 other plates came with 5 pieces of chicken. I definitely get smaller portion size take out than when we eat inside. We couldn't eat inside cuz my son had a lacrosse game and we were all tired. I can't speak on service. It's a pick up box and you text Zippy's back. The door flashes when it's ready to open. It's super cool. Restaurant was clean and I was greeted entering and exiting Zippys. I'm a little disappointed on portion size this visit and we always order Korean fried chicken and chili combo. I'm hoping next time is better.

    Dining room
    Eric B.

    We have ordered from Zippy's for delivery before, but we finally decided to try an in person visit when we were near Henderson. I know it can be very busy, but it was quiet when we visited on this Monday evening. We were seated right away, and they have a large dining room with booth and table seating. Everything looked clean and well-kept. Our server was quite friendly and attentive, and soft drinks were frequently refilled. I had the "chili moco" which is basically the loco moco with some of their famous chili (with beans or sans beans - your choice). This features two eggs cooked how you want them, chili, two hamburger patties, and gravy all atop rice. It also includes macaroni salad on the side. It is a very hearty (and tasty!) meal. The patties were hot and tasty and not greasy. The sauce and chili were both delicious. I could finish all the rice as I filled up on the other items. The macaroni salad was tasty as well if a bit on the salty side. I opted for the "complete meal" upgrade for about $11 extra which includes soup or salad, soft drink, Hawaiian dinner roll, and dessert of your choice. The salad was very basic but tasted fresh. The roll was basically a warm King's Hawaiian roll which was fresh and tasty. It was warmed in a microwave, however, so it really didn't have any crispiness or crunchiness. They only had a few different cakes and pies to choose from - I had hoped for a chocolate choice but none were available. I went for their haupia (coconut) cake which was exceptionally moist and delicious! Overall, this was a very delicious meal that I really enjoyed more than the delivery orders we've experienced. I would definitely return and dine-in in in the future!

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    Grinds 2 Da Max Russell

    4.5
    (395 reviews)
    8.4 mi
    $$
    Catering service
    Locally owned & operated

    Absolutely delicious food! I ordered the combo, and the katsu was crispy on the outside and tender…read moreon the inside. Sauces that were included had a nice tang for one of them and the other was a sweet tonkatsu sauce. The meat jun was seasoned perfectly - salt and a lil sweet with tender meat. My friend ordered the shrimp which were gigantic and seasoned well. We also ordered the milk pudding which was a nice treat to end the meal. Service was quick and friendly. Portions are huge. Will def be coming back again and again!

    Came here on a Sunday, late lunch. When I got there, there was quite a lot of people there probably…read morefinishing up their lunch. Small, cute place. The guy who took my order was very nice. I had ordered the poke nachos and 2 entree meal with katsu dynamite and furikake Korean chicken. Honest review because y'all deserve the truth. The poke nachos was pretty good I'd say 8/10. The chips stayed crunchy! If it wasn't so saucey I'd might rate it a 9/10. But because they drenched it in too much sauce it got too sweet & I couldn't finish the rest. Had to pick out all the chips that had too much sauce. I'm would order this again but maybe I'd ask for light sauce or sauce on the side. Both the katsu dynamite and the furikake chicken, I'd give a 6/10. Honestly maybe even a 5/10 They both were too saucey. It wasn't enjoyable at all. I would NOT get these again. However, I would come back & give this place another shot but most definitely will be try something else next time.

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    Matiki Island BBQ

    Matiki Island BBQ

    4.2
    (673 reviews)
    6.1 mi
    $$

    I'm just going to say it upfront, this place is not about aesthetics at all…read more The inside is a little run down, nothing curated or "cute" about it. I even noticed small drips on the wall that looked like sauce stains, so yeah...not the kind of spot you come to for ambiance. BUT. The food? Absolutely makes up for it. I saw a steady stream of DoorDash drivers coming in and out the entire time, which already told me this place is popular for a reason and after eating, I get it. The food is really good. Like, seasoned all the way through, flavorful, not dry, not bland everything just hits. The chicken was juicy and tender with that perfect grilled flavor, and the portions are generous. The rice was fluffy, the mac salad was creamy and balanced, and everything together just felt like a solid, satisfying plate. No shortcuts, no watered down flavor, just good food done right. Vegas has a LOT of Hawaiian BBQ spots, but hands down...this is one of the best, if not the best I've had out here. So yeah, don't come here expecting vibes. Come here because you want a plate that's actually worth your money.

    What happened to this place!!! Just here a few months ago but damn! Today we came in it's so dirty…read moreinside, doors sticky, glass filthy, bathrooms so gross and smelled of pure urine. Place is showing zero pride. This was our favorite go to spot off strip that we visit every time we come to Vegas and that we recommend to everyone. This trip I brought my mother and bragged about it on our drive. She refused to order anything there as soon as we walked in. So there were No ribs today and they don't know when or if another location they will have them?? Spam musubi is premade but did not look great once opened. My son took one bite and said it was disgusting- No musubi sauce and tasted like it has been sitting for a while. Like just make them fresh if they're gonna sit all day. I also decided to haphazardly order a very sad and pathetic side of Mac salad that didn't taste like anything. 2 OG musubi and a side of Mac salad for $11 that went straight into the garbage. We Debated coming back on a different day on this LV trip to see if it's an off day but not sure I can after seeing how dirty it was and that they are ok to sell crap to loyal customers. This is so sad and disappointing! Hope they can bounce back because the food truly was so awesome.

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    Beef Rib Plate w/2 scoop of Mac Salad
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    Matiki Island BBQ

    Matiki Island BBQ

    3.9
    (604 reviews)
    7.8 mi
    $$

    First, they've moved to the other corner of the complex into a much larger space than they had…read morebefore. Great for those of you who are wanting to dine in! Things were still getting together but I have faith they will get back to their normal flow. Food was tasty as always. Had the beef ribs and the kalua pig today. The Kalua pig was a very tasty version. One of the better ones I've had in town for my taste. Not too smoky, felt like it was roasted for a long time. The meat was still intact but tender. Ribs were as they always are. The only thing today, was that the boxes didn't feel as full as they normally do. Only got 4 ribs today and they weren't all that meaty. The pig dish wasn't full to the brim either. Also, prices have gone up from the menu, so seeing higher prices (totally understandable) and less food was a little disappointing. Service was friendly for the most part, but be ready for longer waits. Maybe it was because of the move, but it was a 15-20 min wait today. The ribs are still the best in town, I'm hoping the small portion was just a one off.

    Well, it's such a sad day for me. This was my go to for dinner. The servings were exceptional and…read morethe price WAS phenomenal. Now they reduced the portions and raised the prices by $5. I used to order the chicken plate for 15 bucks and I would be able to have it for lunch and dinner now that same chicken plate is $20 and only enough for one setting. I'm really sad and i knew something was going to change because they've been closed for weeks, but I wasn't expecting a price raise and a portion decrease.

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    Lefty-J's Island Favorites

    Lefty-J's Island Favorites

    4.7
    (1.4k reviews)
    6.5 mi
    $$

    I meant to post this a couple of weeks ago. We tried Lefty-J's since I was craving Hawaiian food…read moreand this was close to the airport and sounded perfect after arriving from my flight. The wonderful lady at the front couldn't have been more welcoming or patient when we couldn't decide between all of the delicious looking choices! We went with the mini teriyaki plate and the chicken cutlet. Portions were generous and flavor was spot on. Capped it off with a couple of Hawaiian Suns and I was a happy camper!

    This place definitely hit the spot! I stopped by for lunch and ordered the #9 Loco Moco and the #24…read moreUNLV REBELS, but substituted the teriyaki chicken for the Kalbi Beef Short Ribs, so it came with Kalbi Beef Short Ribs and Robust Garlic Chicken. The Loco Moco was delicious and comforting. The beef patty was juicy, the gravy was rich and flavorful, and the runny egg tied everything together perfectly over a bed of rice. For the #24 UNLV REBELS, the Kalbi beef short ribs were tender, smoky, and packed with sweet-savory flavor. The Robust Garlic Chicken was just as impressive, well-seasoned, juicy, crispy, and loaded with garlic flavor without being overwhelming. The portions were generous and definitely worth the price. The restaurant was clean, the staff was friendly, and my order came out quickly. Overall, it was a great dining experience with flavorful food and excellent service. If you're craving Hawaiian-style comfort food, I highly recommend checking this place out. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu!

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    Zippy's Arroyo Crossing

    Zippy's Arroyo Crossing

    3.9
    (1.5k reviews)
    7.9 mi
    $$

    My first time here but a very pleasant experience!…read more Although the place's a big restaurant The wait is quite long. Once they do sit you down the service is fast. We got the spaghetti, Saimin ramen and the zip pac deluxe. For dessert we ordered 2 cakes, which they were mid in my opinion. The place's feels peaceful as it wasn't very loud.

    I joined the online waitlist for about 30 minutes and then checked in once it said the wait was…read morearound 15 min left. I checked in and then was told it was an additional 35 minutes left, which was disappointing and I wish the waitlist accurately reflected what the host said. So after over an hour, I finally get seated and order the Korean fried chicken. It was cold and not even room temperature. At this point I didn't bother asking for another place because they were low staffed and the replacement plate was just gonna come cold again. But my waiter and the host were really nice and sweet girls. I went to pay at the register since my waiter told me to and that she can finish it there. Another waiter at the register said he can't finish my payment bc my waiter needed to do it, even though it was cash, I told him it was cash and didn't need change. After 5-10 minutes later of just standing at the register because my waiter wasn't coming, he's like OH it's cash I can take it. When I was standing there waiting for someone to take my payment, all the staff was just apologizing to everyone. I've been going to this location for awhile now and it's just consistently under staffed and I always get cold food. I hope they hire more help because every time I go management just lets them drown every time.

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    Unko Frank's Hawaiian BBQ

    Unko Frank's Hawaiian BBQ

    4.4
    (466 reviews)
    6.4 mi
    $$

    First time here, and it was a good impression. The food was tasty. I thought portions were fair…read more The cashier was very friendly and even brought out curry and brown gravy during our meal to sample for free. The ambiance is that it's a smallish intimate place, but our party had two strollers and we still fit. We'll be back for sure.

    Probably the best Hawaiian food I've had in Las Vegas so far. I usually judge Hawaiian spots by…read morethree things: the quality of their macaroni salad, the eggs on their loco moco, and their spam musubi. Frank's macaroni salad wasn't the absolute best I've had, but it was genuinely good--surprisingly better than Zippy's, a true Hawaii staple. The loco moco was excellent: the eggs were perfectly cooked, bright yellow and so delicate they looked like they'd break if you stared at them too long. You get two juicy hamburger patties and two generous scoops of rice, making it easy to stretch into two solid meals. The spam musubi was fresh and still warm (we ordered right at opening at 11 AM and picked it up by 11:30). They added a touch of teriyaki sauce between the rice and spam, which I'm usually not a fan of, but it actually worked really well here. The salty, grilled spam still shone through. The spot itself is a classic Hawaiian BBQ cafe--simple, no-frills, with a mix of sit-down tables and to-go boxes flying out the door. You could tell they had just opened but were already deep into the lunch rush. Even so, service was impressively smooth. We were quoted about 20 minutes, but I walked in, hit a short line, and was back out the door with piping-hot food in under five minutes. I'll definitely be coming back for some Hawaiian comfort food.

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    Ai Pono Café

    Ai Pono Café

    3.3
    (525 reviews)
    9.8 mi
    $$

    I'll start by saying I'm a fan of the food "court" layout at the Durango. I use the term court,…read morebut it's more than that. Access to the dining area is right off the self-park elevator. No having to navigate through the casino. This was our first time at Ai Pono Café, but it is officially on our dining-out rotation. Our food was tasty and fresh. I went with the Spicy Ahi Bowl. The rice was sticky and the tuna was not over seasoned...fresh and flavorful. Our table shared the Spicy Poke Nachos. So good. The wonton chips were light and crispy. The restaurant offers plenty of casual seating. It is well lit and airy. The staff was welcoming. Service with a smile.

    My husband's cousin first told us about Ai Pono in Costa Mesa, and when my husband looked it up, he…read morerealized there was a location right here in Las Vegas inside Durango Station. His cousin couldn't stop raving about the food, so we decided to check it out for dinner last night. We ordered the Crackhead Chicken and Da "OG" Beef to share, and I also got a Spam musubi I had been craving. The musubi was HUGE and really hit the spot. We also ordered a side of Crackhead Chicken without the spice for our 1 year old, and she LOVED it. Normally she throws her food, but this time she actually ate it and kept making the cutest "yummy" faces the whole time. The moment I took my first bite of chicken, my reaction said it all. The flavor was INCREDIBLE! It had a perfect balance of sweetness from the coconut and a nice kick from the spices. Everything worked so well together, and the chicken itself was unbelievably moist and juicy. I also loved that the meat was served over the rice, allowing for all the juices to soak in. The rice was soft, flavorful, and just as satisfying. The macaroni salad was hands down my favorite compared to any Hawaiian BBQ spot I've tried. I also had a few bites of the beef, which had an amazing flavor and just the right amount of char to elevate it even more. The only thing that didn't stand out to me was the coleslaw, but we found out later that you can substitute for extra macaroni salad for an additional 50 cents. We will definitely do that next time! Overall, we had a fantastic experience and will absolutely be back whenever we are in the area. One quick note for parents: there are no high chairs available, and we even searched the entire food court. Since it's inside a casino, it's understandable, but just something to keep in mind.

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    Da"Side" Chick (Chicken Sandwich) with fries
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    Dirty Lickin' Korean Chicken

    Zippy's - S. Eastern - diners - Updated July 2026

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