I wish they'd get a location in Memphis because it was that delicious! The service was friendly and professional, the seating area wasn't very big but I ordered mine to-go. I got the BBQ & Chicken Katsu combo and everything was so good and the serving was definitely worth what I paid. I ended up with 2.5 meals from it. Very nice ambiance, island vibes. Can't wait to revisit! read more

First timer here I came in on a Saturday around 4 ish it's very small inside but has a decent seating area They have a great menu selection and great selection of drinks and pastries Customer service was great The guava cake was so good moist and not too sweet if your not into sweet things My husband got the chicken teriyaki bowl huge portions definitely shareable if you don't eat too much I got the aloha plate was also huge comes with three meats two scoops of white rice and macaroni salad it was all very delicious Will be back soon read more

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Aloha Express Hawaiian BBQ is a fantastic new find on Old Fort Parkway. If you've been missing that authentic island vibe, this place hits the spot. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the food truly captures that Hawaiian comfort spirit--making it a standout "gem" that doesn't quite feel like your typical Middle Tennessee eatery. The Highlights: * Aloha BBQ Mix Combo: The portions here are incredibly generous. I had the combination with the BBQ chicken and beef (Kalbi style). The grilled chicken was a highlight--perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The Kalbi beef was also great, reg beef is tender but personally a bit on the salty side; however, once you eat it with the white rice, it balances out . * The Sides: The combo comes with the classic scoops of rice and a solid macaroni salad, along with some steamed veggies. It's exactly the kind of plate lunch that transports you back to Hawaii. * Grilled Salmon Salad: My wife opted for the salmon salad and was very impressed. It came with two generous pieces of well-cooked salmon and a large portion of fresh greens. * The Sauces: They offer a great variety of dipping options. Between the ranch, the sweet glaze, and the spicy mayo (yum sauce), there's a flavor profile for everyone. The Experience: The service was really friendly and the overall vibe is very pleasant. It's the kind of place that leaves you satisfied both in terms of quality and quantity. They also have some tempting sweet options and appetizers like Spam Musubi and Takoyaki that I haven't tried yet but definitely plan to on the next visit. The Verdict: I'm very pleased with this first visit. If you're looking for quality Hawaiian BBQ with big portions and fair prices, Aloha Express is a must-try. I'm definitely coming back to explore more of the menu! read more

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So this is my first time in the restaurant, I have had takeout orders from here multiple times already... I have had the Aloha BBQ mix multiple times, and it is enough for 2 meals. Today I am trying the chicken combo. The place is busy with a very chill vibe. A place that you just want to sit and relax. Do yourself a favor and go enjoy some great food. It is delicious and filling and you won't be disappointed! read more

Stumbled upon this place and I'm glad I did. Hard to find a good teriyaki or Hawaiian bbq place. This one had generous portions, good service and good food. Can't beat that. I'll definitely be coming back here read more

This is my first visit to Aloha Express. To say the least, my experience was superb. The service was fast and friendly, despite the fact that they're training a new employee (and she did a great job). They have a wide selection of appetizers, entrées and drinks to choose from. I ordered the Aloha BBQ mix, the Spam Musubi and the crispy shrimp. The BBQ mix was amazing I had a nice sweet yet flavorful bite. The spam was delicious. The saltiness of the spam paired well with the sweetness of the rice. The shrimp had a nice crisp and it was very tasty in the Yum Yum sauce. The ambience of the restaurant was cozy and cute and had lots of Hawaiian decor. Had seating capacity for about 30 to 40 people. The entrées prices are a reasonable $13-$15 and the portions were definitely not skimpy. read more

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Where has this place been my entire existence in Murfreesboro! I'm not really sure how I've missed this, but Aloha express is the definition of murfreesboro gem. It doesn't really fit the vibe of murfreesboro which is why I feel like it can get overlooked but they kill it over here. Food is incredible with a true staff that knows what they are doing. I'm really excited to go back and try more items. They even have Takoyaki which is a rare find. read more

Okay, let me just say, the food is so good you'll be thinking about it all night long. We all got the same thing, the Aloha BBQ Mix and let me tell you, it was amazing. Now, if meat is an option, I'm not ordering chicken. Why? Because it feels wrong, that's why. Sacrilegious. Abomination. You get my point. But when I tasted this chicken. Oh my goodness, it was so good, I didn't realize it was chicken. Let me tell you, that chicken was amazing. AMAZING. The beef. AMAZING. Everything had salt and was seasoned. Thank you! The rice. AMAZING. I have one complaint. The Macaroni Salad was plain. I was expecting it to be a little sweet, but it wasn't so it threw me all the way off. I smothered it in the two sauces that came with it. That made it a lot better. Cause them sauces are... they good. They really good. Anyways, I'll be back cause that food was amazing. It was AMAZING. Don't change a thing! Except maybe they Macaroni Salad recipe, BUT NOTHING ELSE! NOTHING! IT IS AMAZING! Also, I hate cabbage, but that cabbage was good. Seriously, CHANGE NOTHING! read more

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Aloha Express Hawaiian BBQ definitely deserves more than five stars! Their food is delicious and their customer service is on point. I love the vibe of their restaurant, feels very authentic. I got the chicken katsu mini meal and it's definitely a big portion of food! Highly recommend it, the chicken was perfect and the scoop of rice and macaroni salad were the right size. My husband and I also shared the crab Rangoon and spam musubi. Honestly their food is priced very fairly for the good portion that you get! Highly recommend! read more

Aloha Express - Chicken Katsu mini meal - Hawaiian Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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I used to live in Hawaii and this is as legit as it gets! The restaurant is small inside but has plenty of seating. The ambiance is pure Aloha. The servers are attentive and do a great job of getting you authentic food as quickly as possible always providing plenty of delicious sauces. The food is simply awesome. The Spam musubi is a must if you love traditional island food. The shrimp, fried rice, and mac salad are all amazing. Also, they give you a tremendous amount of food for your money. read more

Aloha Express - Shrimp & BBQ Chicken Combo - Hawaiian Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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This place is great and everyone needs to know about it! I've only been a couple times so far but everything I've had has been awesome. Had the fish and shrimp combo and the BBQ mix, and both were fresh and delicious! Flavorful and cooked to perfection, couldn't have asked for better. Combos come with rice and macaroni salad which were great compliments on both platters. Portions are huge so you'll have plenty for a second meal. Staff were very nice, frequently walking around checking on people to see if anyone needed anything. Store is a little small but most people seemed to pick up and go so there were no problems getting a table. This will be a place I'll be frequenting for sure. read more

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Staff were so incredibly nice and helpful! The food was flavorful and came out so fast!!! The portion sizes are huge, over all we will be back. Just bring a jacket because the inside is freezing!!! read more

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The food is absolutely amazing and has so much flavor. We tried it for the first time today, definitely going back! Super sweet staff and the owner is the sweetest. Everything was fresh and delicious we tried a lot of different dishes and they were all sooo good. Please give this place a try! read more

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First time here! I am a local and been wanting to try this place since it's first open! We got the Hawaiian BBQ Chicken and then Teriyaki Chicken! We subbed fried rice and it was amazing! Only downside was mac salad was nothing to write about, might not even get it next time and I wish we could sub to Hawaiian fried rice (I don't care about upcharge) read more

Aloha Express - Hawaiian BBQ CHK - Hawaiian Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Amazing food. The service is also great! We were fortunate to enjoy local Hawaii food here in Tennessee. Highly recommended. Only negative it's close to 3 hours away from our home. Hoping they'll open another restaurant in West Knoxville. read more

I'm a big fan of Hawaiian BBQ and this hit the spot tonight. The spare ribs will always be my favorite alongside Mac salad. There is something to be said for Hawaiian food when the food is good and service is great. It's not a big establishment, but they were super friendly and it was very clean. It was a popular place for a Saturday night too. The food was delicious and everything was priced fairly. read more

Aloha Express - Hawaiian Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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Amazing Hawaiian themed BBQ place with very fair prices, they give you a ton of food if you choose the plate, it was enough for two full meals. The restaurant is small and cozy, It reminds me of Ono Hawaiian BBQ in AZ, it tastes exactly the same but they don't have any of those restaurants in this area. It's hard to find good Hawaiian food in the south. But this place is great! No complaints! friendly and fast service, great prices, and amazing food! Would definitely come back. read more

Aloha Express is a great place for a great lunch. We thought we would give it a try and we were very pleased. Very efficient order taking, reasonable prep time, and delivery to the table. The fresh ingredients and the kitchen produced a tasty lunch with generous portions. Clean, comfortable, and nicely decorated dining room made for a relaxing lunch. read more

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Aloha Express is a welcome addition to the area. It has some seating and looks to do more to go orders. I ordered the family meal where we picked 3 meats and it came with a lot of sides. The gave us a ton of chicken katsu which was very good. The bbq beef was decent. The bbq chicken was grilled thighs. The amount of sauces they gave us was insane. We enjoyed the meal. read more

This was my second visit to Aloha Express, and both times have been great! There isn't a lot of seating, so be prepared to wait or share a table if it's busy. The employees are very attentive and helpful, and the food is cooked to order and always fresh. The chicken was moist and perfectly cooked, and while the beef was a little saltier than I'm used to, it was still very flavorful and delicious. The mac salad is simply amazing! I'll definitely be back. read more

Aloha Express - BBQ Beef Marconi Salad - Hawaiian Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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My visit to Aloha Express Hawaiian BBQ was awesome! Went to the counter, asked a couple of questions, and decided on the Chicken Katsu...I'm glad I did not get any appetizers. The meal they serve is HUGE and as you can see where I separated the chicken from the rice & pasta...there's a bunch of food. The chicken is moist and tender, with a crispy crunch from the breading. I dipped in the katsu sauce and what a combination...the sweet with the chicken was perfect. I really enjoyed this dish! The fried rice...cooked perfectly and plenty of it. The pasta salad is very interesting, and I knew immediately what made it different and special...the addition of tuna. I could not finish this meal and there was plenty to take home. Notice the cake counter...these are all made locally and look delicious...maybe next time. I met Jenny (one of the owners) who took my order and chatted with me a bit later on...very sweet lady and you can tell she is excited to bring this to Murfreesboro. What I really noticed...she really cares for her customers and is teaching this to her staff too! Great food and excellent service...took me way too long to visit this spot. read more

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Popped in with my sis for some Hawaiian BBQ before her real trip to the islands. I tried the mixed BBQ plate and it was good stacked on rice. The dining area is pretty small but we made do on the high table facing the parking lot - lol . My wife and sis liked their meals (kalua pork and something chicken)... take away is probably best during peak times. read more

Pretty small dining room and it filed up within minutes of them opening (good sign, right?) The food was GREAT - lots of different combos and if they don't have it, they were willing to accommodate with an upcharge. Their macaroni salad was *chef's kiss* I tried their shrimp with bbq beef and was so glad they had Hawaiian drinks. Ended up taking my spam musubi and half my plate home because portions were generous. read more

If you blink, you might miss this little hole‑in‑the‑wall.. but trust me, you don't want to. The moment you walk in, you're greeted like family, and the service is the kind that makes you feel like they're genuinely happy you showed up. The food? Absolutely outstanding. Every plate tastes like it came straight from someone's home kitchen in Hawaii tender meats, perfectly seasoned, and portions that make you smile before you even take the first bite. The BBQ chicken is smoky and juicy, the kalua pork melts apart, and the sides are spot‑on comfort food. You can taste the care in every dish. It's the kind of place that reminds you why small local spots matter: no frills, no fuss, just incredible food and people who take pride in what they do. If you're craving authentic Hawaiian BBQ or just want a meal that hits the spot in every way, this place is a must‑try. read more

Ordered it through door-dash. WOW. I'm so glad this is in the boro!!!! We got a few things on the menu and everything was phenomenal! read more

Staff is so nice. Food is so fire. I drive an hour to get here but it's so worth it. My favorite is the chicken katsu and their ube desserts are so good!!! read more

My friend told me about this place awhile back but we didn't get to try it until just a few days ago. People were very friendly. Cute little restaurant for sure. We ordered a bunch of food just to try a little bit of everything and they were all pretty good. My favorite was definitely the BBQ chicken; flavorful and juicy. The musubis were good but they would be better if they had a bit more sauce and a bit less rice. I loved that they used chicken thighs for the chicken katsu, rather than the usual chicken breast. That makes it much juicier. Overall, great experience! read more

What a great find. Being from SoCal, we have lots of great Hawaiian Food places to choose from. There are none in Franklin, where we visit our daughter's family. My wife is from Oahu, Hawaii and was skeptical about driving 24 miles to try this place out. But, since it was on the way to the Murfreesboro Costco it was worth a try before hitting Costco. This place is legit!! We ordered chicken katsu, Kalua pork, kalbi, and loco moco. All were as good as any we've had on the west coast or in Hawaii. The kalbi was meaty (not fatty) and tender. The katsu was cooked perfectly and not dry, and the Kalua pork was delicious. The place was busy at 1 PM on Sunday but the service was fast, efficient, and friendly. They even came around to ask how we were doing. Definitely have a touch of the aloha vibe. You must try this place if you are in the area. Prices are very reasonable for the portion sizes. BTW- the guava cake and island cake are delicious, too! read more

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First time eating here. I loved the Hawaiian BBQ place in Cool Springs years ago and was excited when I saw this place open. The Katsu Chicken was awesome! Loved the katsu sauce that came with it. We also got the BBQ chicken. It's just a chicken breast with BBQ sauce on it. Nothing special and won't get again. The rice was dry. Not bad but the texture was off. It was like I got the day-old rice that had been left out overnight. The macaroni salad was not good. It had a strange flavor. One bite and it went in the trash. The thing that saved my review from being lower was the Katsu chicken. If I come back, it will be for that, but I'll need to figure out something else for the sides. read more

Ono of course and staff super nice. Dis is da best place fo local grindz in Middle Tennessee.

The food was delicious!! Can't wait to come back! If you're looking for good food with a super casual vibe and not too loud with WiFi, this is the best spot. read more

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The space is absolutely breathtaking as well as the customer service is absolutely amazing. All the staff are welcoming and warm and if you have any questions, they are more than happy to answer any questions. I ordered the teriyaki chicken with white rice and broccoli. I definitely will be back to grab another plate as well as the food is very well priced so you are getting a great amount of food without breaking your bank. read more

Came here for lunch today and was greet by a friendly staff. I ordered the Kailua pork mini meal and my husband got the teriyaki chicken mini meal. The food was fresh, hot and tons of flavor with good quality of food. Price to portion ratio is good as well. We like to mix our rice with the macaroni salad and it was all delicious. We will definitely be coming here at least once a month if not more often. Stayed full for 5+ hours later. Highly recommend!!!! read more

I would recommend this spot to anyone wanting Hawaiian bbq!!! I loved this since living in CA and was waiting for one to open locally. The staff is so friendly, attentive and welcoming the minute you open the door! They are super helpful in describing the menu options and checking in during your meal. The environment and ambiance is perfect and well kept. We've had their spam musubi (10/10!!!), chicken bbq plate, bbq mix plate and short rib plate. They were all served fresh and hot, and did not disappoint! If you're looking to try Hawaiian bbq for the first time or a spot to get your fix locally... I recommend this place! read more

It was good, however I have had better. BUT this begger cannot be picky. I will probably order this again. I think My fave is the rice & macaroni salad....of course the carbs. read more

Aloha Express - Sorry, I couldn't wait! - Hawaiian Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

What an amazing restaurant!! I wished we lived closer. Friendly, helpful staff, clean (including an immaculate bathroom), great food with big portions for reasonable prices!! We got the bbq beef-chicken katsu combo and the Aloha meats combo (beef kalbi, bbq beef, bbq chicken) plus the spam matsubi to go. Combos come with 2 scoops delicious white rice, one scoop of tasty macaroni salad and some mixed veggies (cabbage, carrots, broccoli) plus dipping sauces. Everything was hot, fresh, plentiful and delicious! I would eat here all the time if we lived closer. For those unfamiliar with Hawaiian food, when they say "bbq" they mean marinated in teriyaki sauce and grilled. Delicious!! read more

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I loved Aloha Express! It's truly Hawaiian food. The staff greeted us with a smile and a "aloha". Restaurant was decorated in Hawaiian decor. I had the mini bque beef lunch. The meat was tender, Mac salad was delicious! I have been to Hawaii many times and this is truly legit! We will be back! read more

Food is always amazing, i always order the bbq beef combo and am NEVER disappointed. Ive also had their spam masubi and bbq chicken combo as well which were both just as good. HIGHLY recommend eating here. read more

We stopped in tonight to try this place out. What a fantastic experience! We ordered a variety of foods to try. For an appetizer, we got a couple orders of spam musubi. The spam was fried so nicely and overall the musubi had a great flavor. For our entree, we got the Aloha family pack, which came with three proteins, rice, and macaroni salad. For our proteins, we got the Hawaiian BBQ chicken, kalua pork, and kalbi short ribs. All of these were absolutely phenomenal! The kalua pork has this amazing smoky flavor and they include this sweet sauce that makes it so delicious when combined! The kalbi short ribs were incredibly tender and tasted amazing. The bbq chicken was cooked to perfection and was so delicious. I'm not going to lie, I figured I probably wouldn't care for the macaroni salad, because it's not really my thing. It was so simple and yummy, I kept grabbing more. For dessert, they had this sponge cake with a custard top and cinnamon dusted on it. It was so good! The yellow sponge cake was light and fluffy. The custard top tastes exactly like rice pudding without rice. And to top it all off, the staff were so amazingly pleasant and friendly and kind. We decided to order this to go and had lovely conversation while we waited. Honestly, we typically avoid new restaurants for the first few weeks after they open, because we know it takes some time to iron out the kinks and get into a good rhythm. I am so glad we broke our rule and went here tonight. I absolutely can't wait to go back and can't recommend this place enough! read more

Food is amazing and the staff is friendly! Everything thing that I have tried has been delicious read more