Jet lagged so we were wide awake at 2 AM and we were HUNGRY!! We went there and there was no wait…read more Quick and easy ordering. We had the garlic salmon and asparagus. It was truly flavorful--the citrusy salad, pieces of garlic over rice, and the fresh salmon. We paired it with an orange bang. I kid you not, I devoured it. Parking was a breeze. A few tables for dining.

K 1:30 I placed my order for saimin/tuna fish sandwich was…read morelike $13.00 and wonton min $12.00 and large sprite $3.25. So gotta wait but asked for my sprite first. Dang the sprite tasted like it was warm and dirty lines. K so my order was called I said can I also get my saimin(?) he said what, I repeated I had saimin/tuna fish. He no. But like said wait checked my receipt they charged me the ma fish sandwich at $6.75 and said you like order one saimin, No....... K all the whistle I am waiting I no feel good and all I wanted to get my saimin wonton min and go home. Wait I kinda pissed cause now I gotta cook and I Neva like cause I no feel good. The sandwich tastes like a plastic chopping board. I since they changed owners I really haven't gone I feel good not as good as before but try different things to see if a different out comes happens but local. I didn't care of the cost of it would save me from cooking and driving again when I do not feel good. Maybe your cashiers should repeat the order just to make sure the customer get what they ordered and clean out the hoses for your soda machines. I worked in fast food lots of standards and regulations. Not going here again. Said cause not to many places like this now.

The rain didn't dampen our mood nor did it stop us from getting a meal at one of our favorite plate…read morelunch spots in Honolulu. Rainbow has been a regular stop, sometimes more than once, every time we come to Oahu. There are regular plates I always order and the roast pork with gravy is one of them. This is not served everyday but my go-to when they have it. I also really like their loco moco. The lines are usually long but move quick. There are plenty of tables outside to eat at. I saw that they offer online ordering on Toast so placed an order on our drive over. It was packed and ready when we got there. This meal hit the spot and was plenty for me to make two meals out of. I heart Rainbow!

Food is decent and the portions are good too. Priced fair and probably better than most of the…read moreplaces around.. We went twice and both times the service was just blah. It is very busy and obviously tough to keep clean at times but overall, I would suggest anyone to try it if in the area.

Wow! There's a reason Liliha Bakery is always SO crowded...it's delicious!…read more They have a full service restaurant, but we came here for the sweets. I may be dating myself here, but service is just like an old school deli. Grab a number, listen for it, and then order. Be prepared to buy everything in the display case. It's simply impossible to choose! Don't forget to order their coco puffs. Absolutely delicious! 5 stars! Don't miss this spot!

Liliha Bakery is expanding, however, the one on Kuakini Street is one of my favorites…read more There's a big parking lot there. Bar table design. Everything is made in order. Their menu includes all day breakfast, local food, burger & sandwiches etc. Loco Moco - 5/5 Buttermilk pancakes- 5/5 Poi Donut. - 5/5 I love their pastries, don't forget to get some delicious cream puffs if you go there.

When you walk in you see a bunch of older ladies in the kitchen so you know it's about to be fire…read more Service was amazing. Food was unbelievable. I got the mahi with rice and a side salad. Everyone is so friendly. Go and get yourself a coco puff before you head out.

I planned to be in Waikiki this morning, so I took the opportunity to visit here for the first…read moretime. I enjoyed the loco moco at the Kuakini location a while back, so I wanted to try it again here. Whereas the original coffee shop was counter service, here on the third floor of the International Market Place there was a lot of seating capacity. I waited outside for its 7 am opening, but it took them a few minutes after that before they welcomed us in. I was among the first to be seated. I ordered the loco moco sunny-side up and a coffee. The coffee and grilled butter roll arrived first. The loco moco several minutes after that. I had heard that the loco moco wasn't grilled the same way as at the original location, but it looked and tasted about the same. The food was as good, but the atmosphere was way different - not necessarily better or worse. I think I prefer Kuakini because there you have a close-up view of the food being made.

This is another hidden gem for Filipino Breakfast. If you're craving tapsilog and all the classic…read moreFilipino silog plates, this spot delivers. The place is small inside and can get crowded, but the wait was totally reasonable. I loved my fried fish Filipino breakfast, especially with vinegar on the side, simple, comforting, and so good. Even the little flower garnish was a cute touch. If you're looking for a home-style Filipino breakfast, Guieb Cafe is definitely worth checking out. Just come a little early or be prepared for a short wait!

One of my favorite restaurants to eat at on Oahu! The location is hard to find in a small run down…read morelooking strip mall and parking is crowded AH and there's usually a line to get a table BUT IT'S WORTH IT! The servers are all super friendly and attentive and the orders are accurate and come out quickly. My faves are the Adobo fried rice omelet with lechon kewali and Ube pancakes but everything we've ever had is ono!!

If you want authentic Hawaiian food please come here…read more I got the plantation plate with the short ribs the chicken and grilled marlin with rice and a side salad. 10/10 everything. I was seated right away at the bar, the lady working the bar was so funny and sweet she made my day today. You can tell a lot of locals come here definitely worth going here for food and trying local Hawaiian cuisine.

We've visited this restaurant before and did enjoy the food and the atmosphere. It's a great place…read morefor family and always enjoyed the desserts. Also, the people truly resonate the aloha spirit. However, this morning's visit was very disappointing. We brought our family from Guam to try this place and experience authentic Hawaiian cuisine. But at the very beginning of the visit it was already turned sour. It was packed and there were tons of people waiting outside; therefore, my parents who were elderly sat outside to wait for our table. The lobby was packed with people waiting-understandable coz the place is popular. As people get seated, the waiting area has more vacant seat and I wanted my parents to come in. However, the hostess raised her voice and said demandingly to shut the door. I told her I'm letting my parents in. She just kept on saying to shut the door. I repeated myself that I'm making my parents come in and wait inside rather than baking outside the entrance. She just kept on mumbling until my parents sat with me at the waiting area. I tried to explain to her that I was not trying to keep the door open, I was waiting for my parents to get in. They're old so they move slow. She did not apologize she just kept saying the door needs to be closed. THIS IS TRULY DISAPPOINTING AND DISRESPECTFUL! The aloha spirit was not there. In addition, the whole experience was so sour that my family did not enjoy the food. We did not finish, we packed the food but was not able to eat them. It went to the trash! I'm hoping that a better host can help bring back the ALOHA!

Come to Ray's to experience truly exceptional food, great prices, and true local hospitality, but…read morebe prepared for large portions and some great conversation. Also bring cash as that's the only form of payment accepted. For those who are familiar with House of Prime Rib in San Francisco. House of Prime Rib needs to take a lesson from Ray's! Ray's was tender, moist, and most importantly thoroughly seasoned. I ate it as is with no au jus or horseradish and was able to taste the seasoning from the edges all the way to the eye. Just go and enjoy! By the way his names not Ray.

It's like being in your grampa's old house in Kalihi! But we…read morereally ARE in Kalihi! Parking: there's only curbside meter parking.Unless ur cousin said u can park @ they're house! First come first served : we waited outside cuz they were getting slammed by workers picking up their orders. We wanted to dine in to experience that "homey " feel! I think we waited for about 20 minutes.No sign in sheet or waitstaff to assist u. Ha ha ! Jus peek through da dirty windows to see if get one empty table! Wait staff cleared the table immediately and gave us water. Menus: No moa menus!!! It's all on da wall! On whiteboards or restaurant boards. Or u go on instagram b4 u go! Unfortunately,we were told da sad news dat no moa their famous prime rib & king crab legs because the oven is broken!!! So,waiter Unko suggested "T-bone" hungry husband was ready to leave!!! I Neva like give up ! So,we went with dat! We're gonna share it I told him.(cuz I was planning on walking around da corner to da Filipino bakery "Nanding's afta lunch!!! Ambience:okaaay... let's get dis straight, dis is NOT one"typical diner". Need I remind you,dis is Kalihi!!! Simple,OLD & the word "ambience " doesn't exist here. Furniture no match,curtains get dust & da AC was broken!!! Maybe some of da dust stay in ur food!!! But I write dis review in pure respect & gratitude for the owners & employees!!! While waiting for our kau kau, one will notice the basket full of condiments from maybe five to ten years ago!!! The bottles were very old and dat scared me to death !!! Even if da steak needed seasoning, I neva like use da "A1" or da "Worcestershire sauce "!!! Don't u dare touch dat !!! Scary brah!!! Food: T-bone steak with two scoops white rice & very mayonnaisey Mac salad. We got jipped on one side of da steak cuz it was fo'real small! The texture & the flavor of the steak was great! Did u know that it is flame broiled on a grill top ? Yup das why ono! Let's wrap it up: literally,let's take it to go. Hungry husband was all sweaty and uncomfortable. There's people waiting outside for a table . They don't serve desserts so,it's time to go ! Well Fellow Yelpers,u can decide if you like go or not but they didn't have the prime rib & crab legs ,Air Conditioner or da Rib Eye . A'ole!!! It's gonna be a while b4 dey get their oven repaired or replaced . I wish them luck and happiness ! It's not easy to own a business in Hawaii! Aloha

BLUF (Bottom Line Up Front): Some of the best local Hawaiian comfort food on Oahu, served in…read moreportions big enough to feed a small army! Side Street Inn is one of those places we absolutely love returning to! Fantastic local food, enormous family-style portions, a relaxed atmosphere, and wonderful hospitality. Come hungry, bring friends, and prepare to take home leftovers! The Details: Another excellent dinner at Side Street Inn's original location near Ala Moana! If you're looking for authentic local-style Hawaiian comfort food, this place is an absolute gem! Forget fancy white tablecloths and elaborate presentations. This is where local families and groups of friends gather around tables overflowing with delicious food, share stories, laugh, and enjoy each other's company. That's precisely what makes it special! My wife and I stopped in tonight knowing full well we'd be hopelessly outnumbered by the sheer quantity of food we'd order. But that was intentional! We love their food, and the leftovers reheat beautifully. Dinner tonight, lunch tomorrow! What's not to love? Tonight's lineup included three fantastic dishes: 1. Hawaiian Pan-Fried Pork Chops: A mountain of beautifully seasoned, golden-brown pork chops, fried to perfection and piled high on a platter. Old-school local comfort food at its finest! 2. Sizzling Boneless Kalbi Short Ribs: Tender, flavorful Korean-style marinated short ribs arriving on a sizzling cast-iron platter with kimchi. The aroma alone makes your mouth water! Absolutely delicious! 3. Lup Cheong Fried Rice: Oh, my goodness! Their signature fried rice is already fantastic, but adding sweet and savory Chinese sausage takes it to another level! Loaded with char siu, Portuguese sausage, bacon, vegetables, and lup cheong, this enormous platter is practically a meal unto itself. And when I say enormous, I mean ENORMOUS! As wonderful as the food was, I especially want to recognize our server, Celeste What an absolute delight! We learned she's also a high school teacher, and her personality was every bit as memorable as our meal. Vibrant, energetic, full of spunk, and blessed with a terrific sense of humor, she kept us laughing throughout dinner. We got along famously! And I made her groan more than once as she endured my dad jokes...! Celeste checked on us frequently without being intrusive, making sure we had everything we needed. Drinks, napkins, dipping sauces, you name it! That kind of attentive, personable service turns a great dinner into a memorable evening. Celeste, thank you for taking such wonderful care of us! You were spectacular! One thing worth emphasizing is that Side Street Inn is best enjoyed family-style. Look around and you'll see large families and groups of friends sharing some of Oahu's finest local cuisine. My advice? Bring a group, order several dishes, put everything in the middle of the table, and dig in! If you're dining as a couple like we did, embrace the inevitable leftovers. Trust me, you won't regret it! Side Street Inn remains one of our favorite places to eat on Oahu. Outstanding local food, enormous portions, wonderful people, and an atmosphere that captures the spirit of gathering around a table with family and friends. We'll absolutely be back! Mahalo, Side Street Inn, and a special mahalo to Celeste for another terrific evening!

Some things never change ! #yelpfriends #sidestreetinn…read more#oldies You can't go to side Street Inn and not have their original pork chops and fried rice Each bite of my food reminded me of chef Colin, who is no longer with us, but looking down on us watching us enjoy his iconic creations Some things never change and that is the portions are huge enough to feed four people The ambience is your local dive bar, loud, people talking over each other One thing that has changed though I noticed is your limited to the amount of time you can sit at your table. I wonder? Will they boot you off? Been going to side Street Inn since it was only one single side street inn and chef Colin was in the kitchen on the table at the dishwashing station, he did everything. Today, you have different people doing different things and the staff on the floor? Well, they know they have a good thing going.

Located on the University St side, right next to the Asian Market. There is parking in a private…read morelot parking within Puck's Alley. As you enter, the staff warmly welcomes you and very helpful with explaining their menu selection. Have been here several times and so far, everything I've ordered, I've enjoyed. Off to the side, they have a semi private dining area (not sure if they allow you to reserve the area if you have a larger group of people) . This restaurant gives a "diner" vibe, I like it

Popped in on a Sunday to grab a quick bite. Parking in pucks…read morealley (which i think under 1 hr is free). Its located next to nijiya market. Walk in and order at the register. The lady who took our order was friendly :) Got waters (self pour) and sat at an empty table Got the following Avocado toast - good and had lots of topping Philly cheese egg rolls - wish the sauce was more spicy but they were decent. Eat them while they're still hot Bento w/ salt pepper chicken and kalbi - the kalbi was super good! The chicken was good but could've used more salt pepper taste. Will be back if I wanted a quick bite that doesn't break the bank.

Always come here for li hing slushie, but no more slushie anymore. Cannot even order fountain…read moredrinks, I'm not sure if it's temporary though. Usually order a 2 choice plate. Beef stew, shoyu chicken, shoyu meatball, turkey ala king- all ono.

I was today years old when i finally visited this spot thats been open for ages…read more I like that theres a drive thru and it was pretty fast to go in and out. THe driveway to get out was a little hard to see oncoming cars tho! i dont know if i just got the wrong thing but their beef stew did not look like their instagram photos. It was just ok but meat was a little tough. pricing is pretty decent and they take credit cards. dont know if i'll come back - theres rainbows near me. or someone tell me whats good to order...