Food -looks- good, but the flavor is lacking. We ordered the bulgogi fries, a side order of plain fries, and all three flavors (that day) of their malasadas donuts. The bulgogi fries are topped with green onions, cilantro, pickled red onions, mango (the only saving grace of the dish), sesame seeds, and of course the meat and fries (we got the cheese sauce on the side thankfully). The fries arrived cold - not like, they were getting to the bottom of the bucket and we got old fries - they were COLD and rigid...read: hard. I get why you may want this type of base if you scoop a bunch of hot goopy goodness on top you don't want them to be soggy. However, if I order a side of fries with absolutely nothing on them, I expect them to at least be warm. Hopefully I can save someone from wasting a few bucks if you're craving plain fries. The fries with the bulgogi were also cold and did not add much to the dish despite how the picture looks. The donuts were overly greasy and did not taste very strong of Nutella (maybe they use a knock off brand?), guava, and coconut. Or maybe the oil they fried them in needs to be changed and we got a bad batch. It probably didn't help that I was over the food by the time I got to dessert so I was not very impressed with this place. read more

Aloha Snacks - (Cold) Bulgogi fries - Hawaiian Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

My husband took us here for lunch during our anniversary weekend celebration and the food was so fresh & tasty. The patio where you could sit outside need cleaning and it's a pretty small place so there were no seats inside. Also the fried green tomatoes were not seasoned at all but crunchy. I would probably recommend ordering to go just because it's a small tight spot. read more

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Nice place. Cute eclectic aesthetic. Small. Very casual. Everything was made fresh to order, not quick. We had Sisho Crazy Salmon Poke Bowl and Adobo Noodle Bowl. We liked them, but wouldn't order them again. I think the "Sisho" was too strong for me in my dish. I would try the place again at some point, other items on the menu sound good. read more

Aloha Snacks - Near- Sisho Crazy Salmon Poke Bowl Far - Adobo Noodle Bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Food was very tasty. Friendly customer service. Kitchen is slow so be prepared to wait a while. The food came out one at a time so everyone in our party had to wait their turn. read more

I was visiting Virginia Beach because I had wanted to visit a school there, and decided to relax after and eat some decent grub. This place did not disappoint. I am very picky when it comes to Poke Bowls because it has to be done reasonably well. Let me tell you, this was the BEST poke bowl I ever had at this establishment. It was very unique in what they combined in it. I will definitely visit this place again and try out a lot of other things on the menu that sound just as delicious. read more

After a pre pandemic trip from Maui in October. I craved some Hawaiian inspired treats. My wife and I visited Aloha Snacks right after phase 1 of reopening. We were happy with everything we ordered and that it was 1/2 price wine day! So a bottle of Prosecco along with our cocktails was a great treat. The poke, bugolgi fries, matsubi, and malsadas were 100% on point! read more

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Really great food! One of those dive whole in the walls with really great fresh food. The Korean fried chicken wrap is a solid pick!

Best vibes in Virginia Beach! The staff was super friendly and the atmosphere makes you feel like you are chillin in Maui. Drinks, food, everything is awesome. I wish they had a location in the Atlanta area. read more

Aloha Snacks - Spam Musubi - Hawaiian Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

We went as a huge group and if you are a large party here are some pointers. We went at opening because as a large group seating together is hard to find. This place has indoor and outdoor seating. You may want to Look at menu before arriving because you do order at the register and their menu can be over whelming. Here's a quick list of what my group ordered Tuna poke bowl Bang bang dries Ramen Korean wings Pad Thai Kiddie dogs Pineapple burger Breakfast misube Honestly that's all I remember I probably jacked up the names of everything lol. Anyway the menu was like how you would imagine if there were too many Asian chefs in the kitchen. The fusion was not fusing for us. All 3 ramens was salty and sour however if you eat the egg n ramen without the broth it was good lol the shredded beef was good eaten separately i think it's why the broth was sour. I wonder if that was like bbq beef rib meat making the broth sour. The tuna texture in the poke was weird like it was marinaded overnight in eel jelly and soy. The only thing bang banging in the fries was the shrimp. The kimchi and added sauce either made the fries soggy or disappear. The spam lacked culture. Lol.... It was still good breakfast missube. Only thing I heard that was good from the group was the hot dogs and the burger. The wings were a good size but honestly just very bland IF you don't dip it in any sauce. One group member said "The skin was crunchy the meat just taste like meat unless I dip" lol. My suggestion is read the ingredients list for each dish and if it seems like a word combo it probably is. Let me know what you think of the other dishes? Because us Asians can be snobby about our foods My tastebuds did not like but the vibe was vibing. Mahalo! Sorry I didn't take any food photos because there seems to be plenty available. read more

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Best food you will ever eat! Freshest ingredients and most incredible specials and menu items!! 10/10

Rude management, over priced. I had high hopes for this place seeing the reviews. I was wrong from the prices to management. read more

Ohmigosh, this place is so delicious. It's very unassuming, but everything we got was incredible. Poke was top notch and the Pad Thai was really good. I order Pad Thai quite a bit and it wasn't like your traditional Pad Thai, but still so tasty and unique. It's like a Filipino/Hawaiian/Thai fusion restaurant. Highly recommend! read more

Passed this place driving to the beach, and went straight to Yelp to look it up! After seeing the reviews were favorable, I decided to come here on a Friday evening and I am so glad I did! We ordered the soy tuna poke bowl, Haole burger, and the Aloha Libre & Lilikoi Waterboy for our drinks. Everything was tasty, and more importantly my tuna was fresh. It seems to be very popular with the locals as it got crowded in such a short time and there was quite a wait for the food. I thought it was cute and convenient that they also had a drive thru! The restaurant itself is small with an even smaller patio on the side with seating on a first come first serve basis. They weren't limiting the amount of people entering or enforcing masks which was a little uncomfortable, but at the same time if I'm out I'm accepting that risk right? All in all it was a decent experience and I am eager to return to try some more items on their menu! Oh yeah, and don't forget to try their homemade hot sauce.. it's delicious!! read more

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I am sure this was a one off day for the folks for Aloha snacks but my experience for lunch was terrible at the best. We placed our orders at 2.51 PM( Soy glazed tuna poke+poke nachos and Mus) and the food was only served at 3.45 PM. While the staff seemed understaffed for the crowds coming in to dine, most of the 'understaffed' staff were just not doing anything. I just saw both the 'poke mixers' stroll around the joint doing nothing for most time. May be it was my frustration at waiting for almost an hour for a poke bowl that the food seemed average at best. The cashier who handled our order and later served the order was super sweet. However, i am unable to extend the same to the rest of the folks at Aloha snacks. My review is squarely aimed at their inability to train their staff. read more

Aloha Snacks - Musugi - Hawaiian Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Just come and try Aloha snacks, it's amazing and you won't be disappointed. Don't try to figure what kind of place it is, that's very hard to describe. Is it Hawaiian, is it sushi, is it Filipino, is it eclectic brunch food, it is burgers, is it for tiki drinks, is it a chef-driven gastropub???? Yes to all of those and more. It's totally VA Beach! This is a unique spot and my first visit only touched the surface. There will be MANY more visits to sample more of this amazing food. Everything we had was creative, delicious and executed to perfection. Seriously, just try it and you won't be disappointed! read more

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Ok. I have had Poke before. But this was by far the best and super fresh. They got the fish from the Atlantic day of. And it was well made. Take a break from the fried fish and get a bowl. Great Hawaiian classics to try too. They even have drive thru pick up and outside seating. read more

Recommended to me by a former Navy SEAL who lives locally I was very pleased with the suggestion. For "what it is" it's really a pretty fun spot with a really nice, mostly very young staff that went out of their way to make me feel welcomed, including giving me samples before I made my selection. A very much appreciated move on their part. The only thing lacking in this spot is it being on the waterfront but then again it might make things more expensive and screw up their drive thru feng shui. The restrooms (2 of them) are both unisex (can I still say that) and just might win the award for the most fun wallpaper. Their credit card cashier system does not seem to let you add a tip so if you are so inclined be ready with a 5 spot or more. I meant to grab a picture Pokemon game council on my way out but I spaced it. I found the parking lot just a little confusing as I think they need a refresher paint job on their parking stalls and one way traffic arrows. Next time I am in town from the left coast I will be sure to return and would recommend this place. Remember for what it is it gets the 5 star review BUT it is by no means a fancy pants spot. read more

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very disappointing, 4 tiny shrimp on the shrimp po boy, very little chicken in the taco bowl..don't eat here ,very skimpy for price point

Came here to grab a few musubis before walking around the beach and they were not good at all. My husband is Hawaiian so we've had our fair share of musubi in our life. The restaurant is trying make the musubi "fancy" which shouldn't be done. These are supposed to be a quick easy handheld food not something you have to use a knife and fork with because you are worried the sauce they put on it will get on you. The rice had way too much vinegar in it and musubis never have pineapple. Very disappointed. The restaurant itself is very cute and clean, but based off this one item we won't be back trying anything else. If you can't make something so simple scared to try anything else. read more

Came here after mini golf wanting a bite to eat around 3pm. Service was good and food was tasty. I got the farmer poke and loved it! I loved the style of the restaurant as well. read more

I came here on a whim with my friend after an afternoon at the beach, and it turned out to be a solid decision! I decided to try the collard noodle bowl as well as the bucket of fries, and my friend had the Hawaiian Cowboy Burger. Overall, the two dishes exceeded expectations! Although I didn't realize that the noodle bowl would be warm (which is on me tbh), it turned out to be delicious (I was sweating up a storm though), and the fries had a generous serving. My friend said the burger was great, but could use a little bit more pineapple. I was a huge fan of the ambiance and decor of the restaurant, as well as the compostable plates and plastic ware. I definitely would recommend if you're at the ocean front! read more

Aloha Snacks - Hawaiian Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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I have been here countless times and EVERY time it is delicious! The poke is fresh! The burgers are perfectly cooked and you have many to choose from. The chicken was juicy and had tons of flavor! The apps are great, the cheesesteak is outrageous! The food has been great, and what makes it even better is the staff! All of the staff I have spoken with have been so polite. You will have a great meal served by VB's nicest crew in a laid back place. Good music and sweet surfing videos! Whether you are a local or here visiting make sure you stop at Aloha Snacks. I forgot to take pics of what I had because I got it and devoured it! Chef Wykle is doing it up the right way! Don't miss out STOP HERE! read more

Aloha Snacks - Mini Poke Taster! - Hawaiian Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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This place has been on my radar for a few months now so I was finally able to come for date night last night and see what it is all about. Parking was easy enough on the side parallel in the lot and when we entered it was pretty crowded with about 10 police officers dining at the bar and most other tables patronized. We were able to snag some window bar seats along the exterior of the joint and stood in line to make our order with about 6 people in front of us. I chose to get the Farmer's poke which seemed like a rather traditional poke choice with spicy salmon, rice, coconut aioli, avocado and cucumber. I also chose to try the Dirty Fries with waffle fries, white queso, avocado and spam. My bf tried the Poke Nachos with fried wonton chips, tuna, and some other goodies that he really enjoyed. His favorite things were the fried wonton crisps. He loved them. He also chose the hot dog from the menu with mango relish and coconut aioli. It's a large beef dog and was very yummy. I really enjoyed it and ate that when I decided I didn't want to finish my poke. I did not love my poke bowl but think it was more that I wasn't in the mood for raw fish and should've selected something cooked. The Dirty Fries were awesome, carb coma, but really delicious and the flavor combination was something I would never try on my own but really enjoyed together. Loved the vibe inside, the staff were friendly, it's relax and chill, nice decor that made me feel like I was in a cafe in Hawaii again, and the kitchen was hoppin as we probably only waited a little over 10 minutes for our food to pop up in the window with several orders in front of us. Water is in a communal jar around the corner and they have two unisex bathroom stalls in back. I really liked the layout with windows all around and bar tops with stools for a seat with a view while you eat. I'd love to come back and try a burger or a smoothie. This was a win. read more

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I got blocked on Instagram by this restaurant. Very unprofessional and childish. They posted to their story that they got this bad review and were commenting back to the person that they are not welcome at the restaurant. I messaged them and said yes it's unfortunate they got a bad review but their response is very unprofessional and this is what comes with having your business online. So they blocked me. You can't block or restrict everyone from your restaurant if they don't agree with you. Don't go here! Clearly this business isn't willing to listen to criticism and grow or learn. read more

Aloha Snacks - Aloha snacks Instagram page - Hawaiian Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

We were on a date night and randomly found this place because we were craving musubi, so we made this one of our stops. We got in an hour before they closed and just did a to-go order for musubi. They said it would be out in a few minutes. 20 minutes later, we're still waiting. Another gentlemen walks in and pays for his food and is out the door. I can assume he ordered over the phone or online, but unsure. Either way, I would highly recommend that. Around 30 mins later, we had our musubi. Taste wise, it was good. My husband thinks it should have had more nori and a little more sauce. But I prefer the little bit of nori. I wish the spam slice was a little thicker, but the pineapple really makes the flavor. I'd try them again because they had a large menu, but I'd probably place the order before coming in. read more

I love this place. As soon as you walk in you can feel the Vibe. Chill and laid back....love it. The TV had surfing on. A few large tables and bar seating. Outdoor seating too but it was too cold today. We got there early for lunch and glad we did cause the place filled up. I felt guilty with 2 of us at a large table but there are no small tables. When it started filling up we invited 2 other people to sit at our table. I got the small taster poke bowl. It was delicious with plenty of fresh tuna. I have had the regular one but it was too much for me but I was determined to finish it and was sooooo full. The taster was a perfect size.....for me. My friend got a burger and fries and loved it. The employees were so friendly and helpful and funny and accommodating. We had an issue with a gift card and the owner Jesse resolved it perfectly. The water is self serve and they have chopsticks and forks on the tables. I will absolutely be back.....I wish I could go more often for the poke bowls but my wallet says no. :( Definitely recommend. read more

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Came here because a couple of friends recommended me trying their Poke Bowls or plates. Poke Bowls are a bit pricey BUT nice and fresh with just the right amount of sauce. Good quality of fresh fish. Not alot to choose from(small menu) but what they make is great. Just wish there was more on my plate. They also had spcialty drinks. Such a beachy neat cool look inside. They also have outside area with umbrella's. LOVE the outside area. It was all filled up so we had to eat inside. Maybe next time.. I enjoyed just people watching. Nice location. The Farmer's Poke: you would like it if you like fried green tomatoes. They are ok but I would have liked fried eggplant better. and for the price I would have like a bit more. I was still hungry after eating. Hurricane Bowl: was really good, fresh salmon and tuna and it was sweet and spicey. really really good but again I could have eaten more. I would give it 5 stars but like I said I was still hungry leaving, But that will not stop me from going again read more

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Always wanted to try this place so randomly stopped by . I'm pretty new to eating raw seafood and the guy at the register (didn't get his name) was a big help . I ended up ordering the tropical shrimp stack which is shrimp tempura and raw salmon. It was one of the best bowls I've had so far read more

Aloha Snacks - Tropical shrimp stack - Hawaiian Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I love Aloha Snacks -- it is a Virginia Beach staple. I've loved everything I've eaten here and can't wait to try more. The flavors and ingredients come together perfectly. I highly recommend the Brisket Kimchi Burrito, Bulgogi Fries, and Wings. Though you truly can't go wrong here! I also love that you can call ahead and pick up your food in the drive thru! read more

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What a great little spot near the beach! The food was delicious and fresh, the craft beer selection was good, and service was friendly! My husband did the Soy Cured Tuna Poke Bowl, which he said was worth every penny. I ordered the Haole Burger (HAL-EE for those of you equally as unaware as I was on how to pronounce this term) with swiss, avocado, and special sauce. It was a simple burger but a really great, mellow, flavor combination. The burger had a slight crisp on the outside and was perfectly complemented by what I believe was a lightly toasted bun. It does come with a very small side of waffle fries. The fries were SO GOOD, and I think next time we might order another side for the table as the amount that came with the meal was pretty small. Now I'm dying to get back to try the Bulgogi Cheesesteak! The menu looks 100% worth further exploring. (As a side note, we both had a Commonwealth Tinta Rosa, which I had been dying to try and was super psyched to find here! They were delicious with the meal.) read more

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Awe yeah!!! Hawaiian guy, here. This place is legit. If you want to feel what Aloha is like, this is as close as you will get in VA Beach. The restaurant has dining inside and out, and the place is filled from head to toe with great vibes. They even have my Hawaiian Kona coffee! And wait....they even have Malasadas! The folks that work here are super nice, and certainly seem like they enjoy what they do. They menu is not huge, but there are enough choices (and good food) that you need to take some time in figuring out what you want. I would recommend looking at the menu before you come in. Each item has lots of details (that's a good thing). I ordered the soy poke bowl, and it's very good. The tuna was super fresh. The rice was good to go. The sauce had the right flavors to bring everything together. When I come back, I will order this again. Oh....and you get plenty of food for the money. Well done, and Mahalo! read more

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Eh never again for us. Went there Thursday February 23rd at 1130. The burger was good but they forgot avocado. The poke bowl wasn't good and for 24$ I'd expect it to really hit the spot. The tuna itself you can tell is quality but other than that it just wasn't good sadly. I'm Hawaiian I know my poke and that wasn't it. read more

There have been a few items that weren't for me, but overall I have loved each visit to Aloha Snacks. My absolute favorite thing is their Farmer's Poke. Once I got it for the first time I had a hard time branching out and trying new things on their menu. It's "the one" for me. Fried Green Tomatoes aren't common in Coastal VA so when I find them I get super excited. I never would have imagined adding them to poke, but it works! That's what Aloha Snacks does- they take flavors you know and love and then they add their spin to the dish. I haven't had as much luck finding a breakfast item so I stick to making this a lunch spot. Every time I come here I have received great customer service. I live nearby and sometimes during the summer I'll pick up lunch while walking my dog. They let me walk right up to the drive through window and pick up the order I called in. This summer they added a patio which makes seating so much easier to find. I'm a fan! read more

Fish quality p good. Portions could be a little larger, kind of in a Cava sized bowl but not topped off. Unique combinations you don't usually see. Donut was p dang amazing (we tried guava). Clean spot, inside and outside dining... with cover AND no cover. read more

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Ordered: Hurricane Poke, Halle burger, Spam Masubi, Hawaiian Island smoothie and a Captain Lawrence Brewing Co. Smoothie Dreams craft beer. Great little place to hang out and grab some good grub while watching nonstop surfing videos. The poke is fresh and there are tons of options! Want a burger and some delicious waffle fries? This place has them. You can also snag breakfast and coffee if it's too early for your poké fix. ;) Ambiance: casual Cleanliness: clean Seating: indoor only, and wrap around window seating Service: excellent, fast Menu: poké, Hawaiian Swing in and grab some delicious food...you won't regret it! read more

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I want to love this place. I do. These are the awesome things: Ambiance/vibe, service, menu choices. These are the ok things: the food I tried. I got Gnarly Burger, Cheesesteak Bulgogi, and fries. The waffle fries were fried through-and-through, totally nothing left except the shell and grease. Lots of grease. They were translucent, and inedible. The Gnarly Burger has awesome (awesome!) potential but was destroyed by too much soy sauce. It's a special bacon-soy-jam they make that is a KNOCKOUT. But, mine had way too much. You're basically getting a burger dominated by soy sauce. If the kitchen backed off about 40% the soy sauce, the other great stuff would shine. But right now, it's just a soy burger. Not terrible, but not great. The Cheesesteak Bulgogi suffered a similar fate. Amazing ingredients on paper, but just crushed by overwhelming a saltiness. Some kind of terniyaki/soy/etc something. But it decimated the meal. Summary: I love salt. I love soy. But these two were overkill. I plan to try the touted "bacon my heart" next. Although the ingredients listed at the top of their menu page don't exactly reflect the ingredients on the menu for the same item. I'll find out how they make it and report back. I hope the awesome crew there reads this and maybe considers my input. read more

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I've been driving past Aloha Snacks for almost a year and finally decided to go inside & try it out! I ordered: the bulgogi cheesesteak, spam musubi, and the haupia malasada. First off, the bulgogi cheesesteak is AMAZING! Will definitely be back to order this. Textures and flavor were 10/10. The spam musubi was not my favorite, as it has a lot of rice and was a little messy to eat (it was served on top of a gochujang sauce with a dollop of spicy Mayo on top). Lastly, the haupia-filled malasada was PERFECTION. It reminded me of being back in Honolulu at Leonard's Malasadas. Also, the size of the malasada is HUGE. I was a little nervous because I saw li hing mui on it, since I'm personally not a fan of the flavor... but the balance of flavor with the sugar was PERFECT. Will 100% get this again. read more

Aloha Snacks - Bulgogi cheesesteak is amazing. Will definitely order this again - Hawaiian Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Off the water and kinda hidden, but absolutely worth stopping by!! The food is AMAZING and the staff is super nice! A chill vibe and a shady patio make this a great lunch spot!! I had the pineapple grilled chicken wrap and it was delicious! Food pricing, excellent food! read more

I really wanted to like this place! Here's the breakdown of my experience: Pros: nice clean restaurant, tastefully decorates with theme extending into a wonderfully cleaned gender neutral bathroom. The staff are very friendly with multiple greetings and offers to take your order as you ponder over the menu. The ingredients are fresh and it seems made to order (we were only the one of two orders in the restaurant and we waited 10-15 minutes). Cons: the portions are a little smaller than I like for the price. The rice was not right. It was too wet, almost too sticky... I couldn't mix my poke with it. And the pineapple in my bowl just did not contribute to the flavor profile of the dish. Overall, it was not a well executed Hawaiian dish. read more

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Ordered 2 spam masubis, simpleton burger, Korean fried chicken wrap, teriyaki chicken bowl, the burger with avocado, 1 can of mango juice, 1 chocolate milk, a can of coke, a sparkling water, and a pineapple cocktail drink. The total was $98, which is unbelievably expensive for the subpar food that we received. We were really trying to like this place because we love Hawaiian food. After ordering, I observed some tension between a couple of the staff members. The place itself was neat, tidy, and clean. No points taken away for cleanliness. We moved to an area that doesn't have Hawaiian food so while we were staying in Virginia Beach, we found this Hawaiian restaurant and since haven't had spam masubis in over a year, we were really craving them! The spam was sliced so thin, the rice had a weird tangy flavor and they put a slice of pineapple on top of it. I've never had this type of spam masubi and quite frankly wouldn't want to try it again. The burger buns were dry and both burgers weren't anything I'd order twice. The wrap wasn't even that great either. The chicken for the teriyaki chicken bowl was fried with sauce on top. The sauce was tangy. Definitely a different type of teriyaki chicken that we were not used to and wouldn't order again. The pineapple cocktail was probably the best thing we tried there. For the price of everything, you'd expect to receive amazing Hawaiian food but that definitely wasn't the case. I would not recommend this place to anyone craving Hawaiian food because this isn't anything like it. Sadly, We honestly would've been better off eating at McDonald's. read more