I will be dreaming about this ahi katsu for the rest of my life. Drive here from anywhere; I promise you it is worth it. read more

Aina Grill - Ahi Katsu (1000/10), cheesy potatoes, salad with avocado ranch dressing - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

My mom saw this place on TV this morning and she had high hopes for the food but sadly we were disappointed. We can deal with it being kinda in the ghetto of Waipahu but it was the very unhappy (clearly annoyed) counterperson who was taking our order - who SNAPPED AT MY MOM because she was confused with what comes with their plate lunch AND then the cook (assumedly - a different person than who took our order) annoyingly brought our items out to the table. She ordered the chop steak - I thought tasted ok, but it was seasoned heavier than my mom would like. Portion was right for the price. I got their signature Loco Moco burrito - SAD. It was $20, majority rice and mac salad, no meat. I needed a knife to cut the burrito in half, there was no counterperson or anyone available to ask for a knife, so I kind of looked around their register area and found a random one on the side, cut the burrito in half, DEFINITELY NOT how they showed it on TV, if the counterperson came back, I probably would have asked for them to swap it out. We were sitting for about 25 mins - nobody came back to the counter? If it wasn't for the counterpersons unfriendly attitude I was planning to buy their signature dessert to go, but I was turned off by the whole experience AND he didn't come back out anyways until literally I was throwing our containers away. He didn't greet us. Thank us. Ask how everything was. Or say anything when we were leaving. We saw the owners on TV and are happy and glad to support a local business BUT NOT when your employees are rude and unfriendly. $45 - 1 mini plate + 1 signature item and 2 cans of soda, I would SKIP this place read more

We had the 808 cheesesteak - Philly cheesesteak sandwich with fries and coleslaw. First off, there are only three tables, but you can order to go. The price on the menu is not the same price you are charged (we got charged almost $2 more each than the price on the menu. At first they said sorry we don't have that today, then came back out and said he will make them. For the 2 sandwiches with coleslaw and french fries total was $49.98 ($23.91 each). This was nothing special (the steak was decent but the cheese sauce (not real cheese) overpowered the sandwich which really took away from the flavor. The fries and coleslaw were also just ok. The staff was friendly! I think this place has potential but not there right now. read more

Ordered the hamburger steak and the only way I can describe it is 2 hockey pucks covered with some kind of sweet tasting brown gravy. Hamburger patties shouldn't be dry and tough like this. Should be tender and juicy where you can cut it with a plastic fork, instead of the plastic fork breaking when I attempted to break off a piece. Not sure what was going on with the brown gravy, but shouldn't be on the sweet side. Brown rice was cooked with too much water to the point the rice was bland. Fried noodles were ok, as was the stir fried mixed veggies, thus getting 2 stars and not just 1. Would I come back? Probably not. read more

Aina Grill - Hamburger steak, with 3 sides. Brown rice, fried noodles and stir fried mixed veggies. - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Very very solid. Had the hamburger steak. I love that you can choose your sides so it's very versatile. Fried noodles and Mac n cheese was pretty divine good thing it was all mine. If you are looking for like a loco moco/ l&l type of food you should try here instead, I think it's much better. read more

Lunch in Waipahu, Oahu, Hawaii... Finding great places is easy with the Yelp app! Just search the area (city) where you want to dine and look through the list! That's how I found Aina Grill! I had never heard of Aina Grill before, but they're quite popular and even won an award! They've been at this cozy spot for about 5 years! I saw photos of the special Guava BBQ sauce on Grilled Sirloin and decided to get it. The mini plate comes with 2 sides. I selected the coleslaw and the cheesy baby potatoes. Everything was delicious! The thinly sliced beef tasted yummy and was tender! The fresh coleslaw had the right amount of crunch and tartness! The cheesy potatoes were interesting and not overpowering! I would return if I were in the area! I hope the owner's girlfriend is there again - she was very friendly and knowledgeable. The young man at the cash register was just doing his job... LOL! read more

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You can taste that grilled flavor, which is nice when you are looking for this. I had a el immigrante burger, loco moco burrito and their house cut, seasoned and fried French fries! There is a Mexican restaurant next door but it's not part of Aina Grill. Also some day we'll work up to competing in the 6lb burrito competition and make it into the wall of Fame not the wall of shame read more

Aina Grill - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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Added 2 photos, one is off there website for comparison. The differences explain itself. Please tell me why my plate was $24 and some change? I can get past an expensive plate if the quality is there but sadly I can't say it was. The potatoes and Mac n cheese were mid, not much taste. I called in ahead so I can't speak on wait time and/or customer service. Limited parking and seating. read more

Aina Grill - The bs I got. (808 cheesesteak) - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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Ordered beef kawali & double bacon cheeseburger. Both were delicious. One of the best burgers we've ever had. Easily tops any of the other specialty burger places we've tried (and we've tried a lot of the). What's great is you can custom your toppings and they have unique ones like chimichurri. A ton of side options. The beef kawali was a first for me. If you like lechon kawali give it a try. The 2 owners were there working and were very friendly & welcoming. SUPPORT LOCAL!!! Awesome food, variety of options & reasonable pricing! We'll be back again! read more

Aina Grill - Double bacon cheeseburger - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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I got so excited when my hubby suggested ordering from Aina Grill today. I've been craving their Beef Kawali, so I ordered it again. I also tried their Smoked Marlin Dip with crispy pita chips. Parking was a breeze. There were plenty of spots available when we got there and our food was ready for pick-up when we arrived. Alejandro, the owner, greeted us and served our order. Nice and friendly guy! The Beef Kawali is still my favorite, though I felt it was cooked a bit better and crispier last time. I really love how the savory beef fat melts in my mouth. The chillipeppahwatah is really a game changer for me when I added it to the beef Kawali. I really like eating it this way. The Smoked Marlin Dip, however, didn't quite meet my expectations. It lacked the fresh, smoky flavor I usually look for in a smoked marlin dip. There's definitely room for improvement with this dish. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'll definitely be back for more Beef Kawali! Hehe read more

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I usually get a burger after my doctor appointments in Pearl City. But as this appointment was later than usual, they were already closed for the day. Then I remembered Aina Grill has fresh tasty burgers! Ordered for delivery on our way home so it arrived shortly after we did. Got our usual Pinoy bbq sticks, yum!! Hubs wanted beef so teriyaki steak for him. Portions were all generous and love that we had so many delicious sides to enjoy! Check out my previous Aina Grill review for how MUCH we love them lol. My burger totally hit the spot. I love that you can specify how to dress your burger! No need to pull it apart to add them yourself. Small detail but I love that they have the option. Their burger is like a fresh homemade burger... lots of flavor without fillers. I said it already but it's worth repeating. Their dishes are like beloved home cooked meals without the dirty dishes! read more

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Came back to revisit this spot after five years. Once again, the flavors of both dishes were absolutely delicious: perfectly seasoned, rich, and satisfying without being too heavy. We ordered the 808 cheesesteak (first time) and the Huli Huli chicken again. The portion sizes are just right, leaving you full and happy. On top of that, the service is outstanding, friendly, fast, and attentive. Whether a local or visiting, Aina Grill delivers a consistent dining experience that keeps me coming back for more. Highly recommended! read more

Aina Grill - 808 Cheesesteak - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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I was roaming around the Waipahu area and yelp search brought me here. The food here was interesting. It seems like mixed local Asian dishes. Ordered takeout: steak plate with noodles, potatoes, and Spanish rice. Food was pretty good. I like the cheese potatoes. Pricing was okay. Not cheap eats but decent food for the price. read more

Aina Grill - Steak plate with noodles, potatoes, and Spanish rice - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Excellent food and service! Aina Grill is always a must stop for us when we visit Oahu. This time around I had the Teriyaki Chicken. Delicious! And your choice of 3 sides included! read more

Aina Grill - Teriyaki chicken (after I had a few bites) - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Ordered the mini Huli huli chicken and was so good! It came with two sides so I picked white rice and sautéed vegetables. Rice was generous and the sautéed vegetables had celery, onion, mushroom and zucchini. Both the vegetables and chicken were seasons well and were delicious! It took a while to get my order, so I'd order ahead. But it was definitely worth the wait! I'd go back and order the same thing again read more

Aina Grill is one of many hidden gems on the west side of Oahu. Utilizing the diverse culture onto their menu. A mix of local, Japanese, and filipino foods can be seen on their menu. Also, Raina Huang aka RainaisCrazy has competed in Aina Grills Loco Moco Burrito Challenge. A five pounds burrito finish in 9:20. Link below https://youtu.be/ODYpYRhtYEk?si=OV4eoBQRS0qHNvdy Staff service is excellent. Welcoming and accommodating, the staff will help you get your order the way you want it and help you understand the menu. Interior has a small seating area to dine in, its clean, and well-kept. Payment Cash or credit Parking Private lot read more

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Wife and I came here yesterday as I've been eyeballing that loco moco burrito for a while. Also had the smoked marlin dip and the hoisin chicken which we saved for later. Wife ordered as many beef kawali as possible. Beef kawali was good as usual. I really was hoping for more vinegar on the side but still the best thing on the menu. The hoisin chicken had a great char flavor to it. Definitely enjoy the flavors to this chicken. The loco moco burrito was also good. I was wondering how this will be pulled off and it could be messier in my book. Too light on the gravy. I also like my loco moco with a sunny or overeasy egg. I was missing that. Definitely missing was massive amounts of gravy. How to rework this is to make an option for a wet burrito or gravy on the side as a dip or pour over. Put the sunny egg on top and pour the gravy. We have ourselves a great burrito! Also I'd go with a garlic rice or fried rice over the spanish rice, but it works. The smoked marlin dip was a bit of a letdown. It's served with fried pita chips. I kept dipping looking for the smoked part but couldn't find it. Liquid smoke will only help this dip out for the smoked flavor we were looking for. Once again, we thought overall, the food was good. I still think it has the potential to be great. The food for me was telling me that, and the menu itself as unique as it is is telling me that also. Just some minor changes to the recipes and an honest change to some menu items that might not be selling too well. Maybe after a review of what they offer, they can focus on mastering some of these recipes. We'll definitely still be coming back because we like the food and service! read more

We ordered takeout and it was quick and good quality. I got mochiko chicken, which I normally have had with no sauce or some variation of katsu, eel or plum sauce. This time I saw they had Che chimichuri style and couldn't resist. I would have liked to have more sauce but that was really the only issue I had. The rice was well cooked but not highly seasoned so it has room for spicing your way. The fries weren't soggy like some of the diners I have tried. They got the Swiss burger and enjoyed it. Will definitely go back to explore more of the menu. read more

Aina Grill - Mochiko chicken with cilantro lime aioli, Spanish Rice, green Garden Salad with Homemade Dressing and French Fries - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Only person in the restaurant. Ordered quickly... not sure how it takes 25 minutes for a chicken plate. Another couple came in & their order was done within 10 mins. Service is subpar. They could use some tips on friendliness. Don't recommend. read more

Was in the area, read the reviews saying the burger was the best. Walked in around 5:45 and they closed at 7. Person at the counter made it known that they close at 7 before anything else. Nice but at the same time rude and rushed. Ordered 1 cheeseburger plain with fries and Mac n cheese, 1 bacon burger with fries and fried noodles, and a chicken teriyaki bowl. Patty was good size burger was o.k. Same with the Mac n cheese it was o.k. Fires and the fried noodles were good. Inside was clean and kept well. read more

Went to Kapolei Night Market and this place caught my eye with the teriyaki steak which they didn't have but decided to eat the sirloin steak instead. I ordered the bbq chicken as well. Everything was $42. My grandson said the chicken was good. I should have got that. Half of my steak was fat and was thrown away. So expensive for one of the cheapest steaks you can buy. Disappointed by this plate. read more

Best burger I had in years!!! Ahi katsu is the bomb!!! Love this place! Can't wait to try the rest of the menu here.

Came to one of my favorite places to eat. I ordered their Moco Loco with macaroni salad and my husband ordered the Teriyaki Chicken, Mac n Cheese, Coleslaw and fries. Big tasty portions of deliciousness ! Plus service with a smile. Will always recommend Aina Grill to family and friends! read more

I recently watched some videos on this place which motivated me to drop by and try their loco Moco burrito. It was slightly different than I expected with the gravy but overall it was tasty. It's a small place with seating for about 14-15 people but good food and friendly staff. They also have a loco Moco food challenge here if you've got a big appetite. read more

Aina Grill - Loco Moco burrito - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Liked the fact that you can make your own plate. Place was clean. Food took 20 minutes to come out. We were the only ones dining in, there were 2 customers that came for takeout while we were there. short rib loco moco - very tender / excellent tasty... toss salad dressing is homemade and delicious. steamed vegetables also a good selection. Teri Steak - the steak meat was good and soft. the marinade not asian style (shoye/sugar/ginger taste) more like a potroast sauce texture, Cole Slaw was delicious. the mac salad was runny, sweet tasting mac salad, a scoop of mac didnt stand (collapsed cuz runny) more mainland style .. Good Restaurant read more

One of the best local spots on the island! The Huli Huli Chicken was full of flavor and didn't have a bunch of fat like some places. Definitely my new go-to spot! read more

Yesterday (10/16/25) me and my bf decided to try out Aina grill in Waipahu. My bf ordered a regular braised short rib loco moco $25.99 & I ordered a mini Ahi katsu $15.99. Food came out & tell me why my mini was bigger than the regular ?! The regular size had 1 scoop mac salad, 1 scoop rice, maybe 3 pieces of what looked and tasted like stew meat, topped with 1 egg. The mini had 1 and a half scoop rice, sautéed veggies, and a decent amount of Ahi katsu. I don't understand how or why my mini had more food than my bfs regular sized plate. Totally not worth it for the price. read more

We had ordered a loco moco and a Swiss burger. All together was around $42. I never mind price and wait time for quality food. the loco moco patties were really burnt didn't even eat it, tbh the rice was the only thing that was good on there. Noodles were plain. My burger was ono, but my fries were really soggy and sad looking lol. I had hyped myself up because of the reviews but i wouldn't get those plates again. I hope everyone's experience will be better than ours. We probably wont come back unfortunately. Especially for the price i wish the quality was there. read more

Ahi katsu and BBQ guava hoisin chicken. Service Solid!! Inside small but ,was ok..because only had me and my family mahalo's braddah Jeff and staff!! THE food was ono read more

Aina Grill - Ahi katsu and bbq guava hoisin chicken - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

On our weekly Tuesday trip to Waipahu at lunch, decided to try Aina Grill. Tiny place but easily found parking. Called in order and he was just bringing it out as we got there. Hubs got the short rib loco moco, with rice, slaw, tossed. Short rib super soft, and a nice size piece. He thought the fried onions was a nice touch. Eggs ended up being over-medium instead of easy, but hubs didn't care. I got the fried chicken with all tossed and avo cilantro dressing. 3 pieces of boneless, lightly coated chicken, cooked perfectly. They were thin cut and not the full chicken, so probs not enough for most people, but I was full after eating half a plate of greens, so didn't finish the chicken. Think maybe good use a touch more salt, but I like super salty...and there was a sauce but I forgot to even try it. Dressing tasted like green mayo, so I skipped that. Gotta go back try the rest of the menu... read more

Aina Grill - Fried Chicken - yummy but thin pieces probably not big 'nuff for most. - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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Ordered the Hamburger Steak ( Mini) I was not impressed with small portion size patty that wasn't fresh at all. It was burnt and salty wasn't worth the price. Also ordered a cheeseburger with fries, Not good at all! read more

Aina Grill - The flipside showed the type of cooking you'll get! Burnt crisp! - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Wife and I stopped in to grab a bite and were presently surprised with this small four table spot she found online. Counter girl was very pleasant and helpful with our order and once she realized we're going to dine in helped set up the table wiping it down and bringing out our food. We had the Garlic Shrimp Plate, she really liked this, and Ahi Katsu plate, which was also good, and each came with three sides. Only criticism was the sides were not served hot, the size on the main protein was not that big but was enough for lunch, and the ahi katsu was a little overdone. We'd come back again and explore the menu more next time we're in Waipahu. read more

Aina Grill - Regular Ahi Katsu - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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Yelp asks, 'Do you recommend this business?' A wholehearted 'YES!' We found our new go-to takeout joint, and luckily it's nearby in Waipahu. I found out about Aina Grill via Yelp of course, and I was so intrigued by their seemingly chef-quality plate lunches. I was also enticed by the fact that you can choose up to 3 QUALITY sides for their plates, not just the typical mac salad, toss greens, and rice. Their sides range from roasted red potatoes with cheese sauce and coleslaw to rice and even fried noodles! I'm always torn about ordering a side of noodles, but their plates include it as a side option! The first time I ordered from there, I ordered their hoisin chicken plate. It was super ono and moist! Again, I loved the ability to order fried noodles and coleslaw with my plate. The second time, I ordered their bbq pork sticks - these were incredible! So tender and yummy. Of course, had to go with the fried noodles again. I also tried their grilled sirloin with a spicy sauce plate. How could you go wrong? Every dish here is delicious! Customer service at the store is friendly. I look forward to eating from here again and again. read more

Went on a vacation with my family and wanted to try a local spots. Came across this small family owned restaurant 15 minutes away from the airport. food was AMAZING, wish we were able to stop by one more time before going home. Take out is recommended for large parties. This is a small restaurant that only has a few tables for dine in seating. Service is great, friendly staff. Must try: Beef Kawali, Braised beef Loco Moco, Garlic shrimp & Grilled Sirloin. potatoes with cheese as a side & their dessert tres leches type of cake ( so moist & not too sweet) If ever back in Hawaii, we'll be coming back to eat here again. read more

Aina Grill - Beef Kawali Braised Short Rib Loco Moco Mini Hoisin BBQ Chicken Regular Grilled Sirloin with Sauce Lemongrass Fried Chicken Sandwich - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Easy place to call in your order and pick up! Small parking lot out in front. The Mini portion was more than enough food for me. Huli Huli chicken was great, but their ahi katsu looked BOMB! I will definitely have to try that next time. Great spot for a quick lunch or light dinner. read more

Aina Grill - Mini Huli Huli Chicken - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

beef kawali was terrible got 2 for $15 through uber eats, meat looked burnt did not have taste just the vinegar from onions and tomato it tasted like i just ate two day old meat that was left in refrigerator just reheated... very disappointed i should have gotten the kalua pig plates instead but it is what it is hopefully this dish improves better next time read more

Aina Grill - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Just checked this place out for first time through Uber eats. Pretty impressed! It's like local plate lunch food but with a healthier flavor/style. I tried the Teri steak with brown rice and Mac salad. Teri sauce was good not super sweet or salty. I also like the Mac salad it's way less Mayo than typical Mac salad. I ordered the pork bbq sticks with Spanish rice and green salad. The salad is just like regular spring mix. The pork stick was bomb! I also tried the huli chicken with Cole slaw and Mac cheese. Really good as well!! I want to try the cheesy potatoes next time! read more

Aina Grill - BBQ pork stick with Spanish rice and green salad. I ate a piece already this is mini - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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Ok food took 25 min to get out. Place was super hot and smoky from grill. Food was ok, but Mac cheese, French fry's and noodles were cold. Son had the Loco Moto Burrito, but for $20 just not worth it. Son's friend had the double cheeseburger which was the bomb. read more

Aina Grill - Mini Teriyaki Steak - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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Aina Grill deserves a stellar five, Their lemongrass chicken, oh, alive! A pun in every bite, Delish delight, Flavors dance, and taste buds thrive! read more

The food was bomb! I give this place a 5 stars! My bf and i loved it ! The service was great! He helped us and told was what was the best favorite food. The Ambiance is calm and clean read more

Aina Grill - Mini Grilled Sirloin with Sauce - American Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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