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    Aloha Specialties

    4.0 (1k reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    ALOHA SPECIALTIES ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Garlic chicken! Yummmm!
    Lillian B.

    Paid a visit to my favorite restaurant! Of course I ordered the garlic chicken as it is my most favorite meal here and always order it every time I'm in town. Unfortunately, it was not the delicious meal I remember. The Garlic was very sparse and just no flavor. I went again two days later thinking it'll be better. Again, just not the same delicious garlicky chicken as in the past. I don't know why.

    Teri beef/chicken, mahi, macaroni salad, kahlua pork/cabbage
    Betty U.

    First day at the California Hotel/Casino and there's only one place I crave for my first meal: Aloha Specialties for incredible freshly grilled saba. Substituted Mac salad, which is always good but needed healthier broccoli to keep up my stamina for marathon video poker time. Note to self: this was half rice but next time ask for a scoop of rice to cut down on carbs.

    LOCO MOCO w/ mac salad on the side
    Paolo B.

    It's always a plus when the beef patty is seasoned and the grave doesn't taste like they just did an instant gravy from a bag. I can say that what I ordered was made with aloha! Very friendly staff and I love the very island theme of the restaurant. Perfect portion and the Mac salad complimented the loco moco very well.

    Loco moco, spam misubi and Mac
    Joe M.

    The last 2 times my food has been overcooked and thats not what this place used to be. This was not only comfort food but just the best Hawaiian food in town without a doubt. Really hope this place gets back to its hayday, wither way ill still support and update my review as necessary.

    Hours
    Jim L.

    My go to authentic Hawaiian Food restaurant. Easy ordering at the counter and the servers are friendly and fast. The Garlic Chicken and gravy is always amazing, subtle garlic flavor and moist chicken thigh meat, 4 stars because the gravy was on the cooler side. The Saimin Noodles was perfectly prepared with a good portion of pork. For me a little Tabasco gives it the perfect kick. Our friends orders the broccoli beef and there was generous portion of beef and flavorful sauce. The Mac Salad with a little pepper was perfect. I will always come back to Aloha Specialties!

    Kalua pork and cabbage and spam snd eggs over rice with a side of macaroni salad.
    Vicki C.

    Don't believe it! Aloha Specialties is NOT CLOSED!!! My hubby and I enjoyed our traditional Hawaiian breakfast there this morning--where we eat whenever we visit LV. Yes, there was a brief closure, wrongs were righted and the rating is an A! Service, as always, was pleasant and efficient. The menu is extensive and the ambiance is casual and relaxed--Hawaiian style in LV. My go to order is their delicious kalua pork and cabbage while hubby loves his spam and eggs over rice with a side of their out of this world macaroni salad. On the second floor of the California Club, a short block off Fremont Street, make it a stop on your next visit.

    Amelia M.

    When in Vegas you gotta try the local Hawaiian spots, as someone who has been to Hawaii several times and always crave Hawaiian plate food, this place did not disappoint. I was sick with the flu in Vegas and all I wanted was something solid for breakfast, my goto is always loco moco and it was amazing. Service was great too! And it really did feel like I was in Hawaii with the vibes and energy in there! 10/10

    Hamburger steak plate
    Donna Y.

    Having a plate lunch at Aloha Specialties is a must! Always crowded and you really do feel like you are at home in Hawaik because there are so many Hawai'i visitors and Vegas transplants eating there! Food is onolicious - you really do feel like you are at home :) I always get the hamburger steak and can never finish all the rice. Huge homemade party the size ld my adult hand and the Mac salad that comes with it made tastebuds and emotions happy :) Ono food, welcoming and friendly staff, lots of clean tables :)

    The Saimin ‼
    Mike Y.

    In Vegas Gatta have Vegas Saimin and three (3) eggs Omelette at 9 in the morning before Raiders Sunday Morning Football hopefully see Dillon Mililani QB playing for Cleveland Browns all the Coaches and gang are here Good thing early in the morning less people are in line

    Wun tun min
    Craig T.

    Update on Aloha Specialties haven't dine here for a while. I think before COVID19 sometimes . Well my sister and brother in law was craving for ramen so we decided to go back to Aloha specialties. Both of them had wun tun min and I had their hamburger steak . The hamburger steak only had 1 beef patty and it was lacking salt and it was on the hard side . My sister them said the wun tun min was good . Support local

    Front Entrance
    Gabriel P.

    Located on the mezzanine level of the California Hotel. Ttis humble Saimin shop has been serving Hawaiian flavors since the opening of the hotel. Today the Won Ton Mein had a their classic taste, unfortunately the Fish cake and noodles where on the gummy side. The restaurant is nice and clean. We sat in the patio area. Where you were close the the entrances of Lapperts, Vegas 808,and Ethel M's..Candies. Service was a bit spotty today. Enjoy

    Richard A.

    There for March Madness basketball. Bite to eat after games. Great noodle win ton soup and teriyaki chic bowl. Fairly priced too

    Kalua Pig & Cabbage ($19.35 - 8/2025)
    Sharon M.

    Always a Friendly Atmosphere! This restaurant, located on the Mezzanine level of the California Hotel, has been around for many years and continues to be a go-to spot for local Hawaiian food. It's a casual, order-at-the-counter style place, and the staff brings your food to the table if you're dining in. There's plenty of seating inside, along with a few tables outside the restaurant. On this visit, we ordered: 1) Kalua Pig & Cabbage - Flavorful and satisfying with no need for extra soy sauce. The cabbage was cooked perfectly--not soggy, with just the right amount of crunch. 2) Mixed Plate - This came with Teriyaki Beef Steak, Teriyaki Chicken, and Mahi Mahi with tartar sauce. The meat was tender and everything was delicious. The Mahi was especially tasty, though we wished the portion was a bit larger. The employees are always so friendly and welcoming, and the food comes out pretty quickly. It can get busy at times, but the quality never disappoints. We love coming here!

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    In vegas for a birthday party. Great teriyaki bowl and won ton stamen. Priced very fair. Recommend

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    Great true Hawaiian food! Loco moco is on point. My favorite is the Korean chicken. Best thing ever.

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    Ask the Community - Aloha Specialties

    Where can i buy the teriyaki sauce? id love some aloha at home

    https://yelp.to/em22k36Kuz They have everything you can think of here, I always stop by when in… 

    Do they have vegetarian burger patty substitutions available (like beyond, impossible burger)?

    Unfortunately, we do not. Our apologies. 🙏

    I ate at your restaurant twice during my stay at the Cal, but I'd love to know... do you make your own kimchi or is it premade? It's the best kimchi I have ever had, so I was just curious. Thank you!

    We order it pre-made. Since the process for making it in house would be very time consuming, it would be rather difficult to keep up with production. Mahalo and for dining with us! Aloha 🤙

    What days is Liver and onions sold?

    We run it as a pop up special, so it comes up randomly as we have other specials we also showcase throughout the week. We will make future plans to run it on a more consistent basis due to its popularity with the customers. So stay tuned! Mahalo for… 

    I haven't had Hawaiian food before so please excuse my question if it sounds stupid. What is the difference between loco moco and hamburger steak on the menu and are the breakfast items served all day?

    The basics of a loco moco are hamburger patty or patties, two scoop rice, gravy all over and topped with an egg or two. Sides can be potato or macaroni salad. So the egg is the only difference from a hamburger steak.

    When is oxtail soup served?

    Aloha Mrs. C M. We are not currently serving oxtail soup here. However, Market Street Cafe in the Cal serves it nightly from 5pm to close.

    Are you guys open yet? Is it open for dine in as well and outdoor? I will be visiting from California to eat here. Please let me know. Thanks

    Aloha Ken. We are open and are serving guests both inside and the seating directly out our doors, abiding by the governor-mandated 35% capacity. We hope to see you soon!

    Please open soon!! I miss this place. When will y'all be reopening?

    Feb. 15th.

    Eh get free parking ova dea?

    Aloha, Giovanni! We do have daily parking rates at the Cal. Luckily, guests can get their parking ticket validated with Dining or Gaming minimum spend, or if you are a Sapphire and above member of B Connected. Check out our Parking Information page… 

    Do they do take out?

    I believe they do

    Do they now use MSG in their cooking?

    Although I'm not back in the kitchen, I would bet big that MSG is included in every dish, not only at Aloha Specialties but just about any restaurant.

    Do they have malasadas?

    No, it’s all prepackaged stuff and cookies.

    Is there an easy way to navigate your site? All I want to do is check out the menu, but can't fin d it anywhere. I'm about to just forget th e whole thing and find another place that serves Hawaiian (sp) food...

    Hi Angela. I took photos of the menu at this restaurant. You can also access all the photographed menus from this link https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/aloha-specialties-las-vegas?tab=menu… 

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