Quaint stature with HUGE everything else-- very delicious food, kind staff, ambience, AND A NICE, CLEAN BATHROOM. Aloha Wagon is indeed a hidden gem. Do yourself a favor: GO!!! It's so good! read more

Quick easy delicious meal! Greeted and treated well! Small location but very cool decor! Would return ! read more

Aloha Wagon - Loco moco - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love love love their adobo chicken potato Mac and cheesecake bar. Their pulled pork without cabbage is sooo Ono!!! Not a fan of their bbq chicken or loco moco, but will always return for the adobo chicken read more

Aloha Wagon never disappoints. The chicken katsu was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. But honestly, the katsu sauce is to die for -- it's rich, slightly sweet, and makes every bite so addictive. The portion size is huge and definitely affordable for how much food you get. You could easily share it with two people or have leftovers for later. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. The spam musubi is also a delightful treat -- perfectly balanced with savory spam and soft rice. It's simple but done so well. If you're looking for delicious Hawaiian comfort food that's affordable, filling, and high quality, Aloha Wagon is absolutely worth it. Highly recommend and will definitely be back! read more

Aloha Wagon - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I had been craving spam musubi and finally came to this place. I was not disappointed. Their spam musubi was two for $7.50. I got the sunset drink as well (guava, lychee, and lime), which was yummy. Would definitely recommend you check this place out, it's family-owned, and you can tell they take pride in their food and service. The ambiance is very nice and colorful. read more

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Tiny place, its easy to miss and you might get pulled away from the smells of other restaurants during your walk to the front door but keep going, its worth it. The portions were generous and everything was great. There were Polynesians (I would have guessed Samoan if you asked me) eating there and that's generally a good sign. The food came out quickly and the staff was friendly. Although there are a few tables a counter area its tight inside and I would not be surprised if its often filled up. Most people coming in did take out. We do Hawain BBQ whenever we get a chance so we have had great examples and some that were pretty bad. This was exactly what we were hoping for. They also have typical burger or diner food for anyone who comes along and just wants a burger and fries or a salad. Our granddaughter got fries and they wee crisp and tasty. I don't like macaroni salad but others in our group all said it was one of the best they had tried. read more

Ordered for brother in laws birthday. Really good! I would get a double portion of their Mac potato salad!!

I've been wanting to check this place out for a while and finally made my way over. The food was absolute delicious! I tried the mix plate, with the kalua pork and the adoba chicken, the pork was so yummy and was by far my favorite. The macaroni salad was so so good! Literally some of the best I've ever had. I tried the fish taco as well and it was so delicious!! The service was great and the inside is very cute and welcoming! I will definitely be back to check out more of the menu! read more

Aloha Wagon - Fish taco - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I love coming in here to get their spam musubi. It's always so fresh and flavorful. I would like to stop and try their plate with the macaroni. The place always smells so delicious and the people are so nice. read more

Love this place. Delicious food. Service is so kind and generous. Love the vibes, feels like you're eating at a friends place. Definitely recommend. read more

Not only is this one of the best plates of Hawaiian food i have had in a while, it's one of the best priced. Loco Moco: 5 of 5 Comes served with rice, salad, and mac salad. The gravy and hamburger patties are seasoned perfectly to compliment each other. Due to the strong flavors of the main dish, the sides are less so, but add grea t contrast to the plate. I highly recommend this and the chicken katsu plate. Each of these are well worth the price for both the amount and flavors. Service was very fast as well. read more

Aloha Wagon - Loco Moco - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Why can't this place be closer to my house!!! It's so dang good. Chicago doesn't have enough Hawaiian cuisine and it's so unfortunate. This small shop on Western Ave. serves up some mean Hawaiian cuisine that will leave you with so much leftovers and a happy stomach. First, the portions are massive! I was able to eat my plate for 3 days straight. All plates come with their delicious mac salad, side salad, and rice. The mixed plate is the way to go to get the best of both worlds amongst their protein options. None of the meats were dry! Everything tasted so homey and authentic!!! Truly so comforting. Worth every penny in my opinion. Come check them out! read more

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Different choices of plates, they are doing a special Filipino food April 13 & 27 I got the chicken katsu super good my gf got a mixed plate. Definitely recommend coming to check out the food. Good portions!!!! Over all I'd definitely come back! Service was great! Ambiance was great as well! Good music plenty of seating. I'll be back Aloha Wagon!!!! read more

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I tried the Hawaiian Grilled BBQ Chicken Plate. The grilled BBQ chicken was a little too salty for me. The potato mac salad had a unique flavor. I'm not sure why an additional mixed green salad is included. I did enjoy the guava drink which brought me back to my childhood growing up in Hawaii. The host/server was friendly and polite. The decor has somewhat of a tropical vibe. Being that this is a Hawaiian, Filipino, and Mexican restaurant, it's tough to have that visual balance. For now, I'm giving Aloha Wagon 3 stars which is fair. My next visit will be for the Spam Musubi. A simple comfort food that has to be done right! Can't wait to try it! read more

Aloha Wagon - Hawaiian Grilled BBQ Chicken Plate - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Our initial lunch plans fell through, but stumbling upon Aloha Wagon was a stroke of luck -what an incredible find! Service: The staff were so friendly and welcoming. They took the time to walk us through the menu, offered great recommendations, and even checked on us during our meal, which was such a nice touch for a casual spot. Their kindness really made the experience special. Food: Where do I even start? The loco moco was phenomenal, but the chicken absolutely stole the show. I have no idea how they managed to pack so much flavor into something so simple--it was perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. The sides (mac salad and house salad) complemented the meal beautifully. Portions are generous; one entree could easily be shared between two people. Drinks: Don't leave without trying the Sunset drink! The guava and lychee flavors shine in the most refreshing way. I only wish I lived closer because Aloha Wagon would absolutely be a go-to spot for me. Highly recommend stopping by! read more

Aloha Wagon - Loco loco and adobo chicken - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Small, what I think is a family owned business, but still a good amount of seating inside. The staff was super friendly, and since it was our first time eating here, they did answer some of our questions about the food. They also helped us with a recommendation of what to eat, which was very helpful and did not disappoint. We ended up getting a combination lunch. That way we were able to try 2 lunch menu items. We ended up getting a Hawaiian barbecue chicken and a fried chicken, both were extremely flavorful! And we did try the Arbol salsa & the Katsu sauce-both were good. The combination lunch also came with a salad(the House dressing they provide is delicious) and a type of macaroni potato salad & both were amazing. They do have a fruit and lychee drink, which was really good as well. Will definitely be back! read more

Aloha Wagon - Seating facing the open kitchen area. - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This was my first time at Aloha Wagon, and I have to say--the grilled BBQ chicken plate was absolutely amazing! The chicken was incredibly juicy, and the portion size was more than generous. The potato salad was delicious, and even the rice was cooked perfectly. For the price, you really get both quality and quantity. read more

What an amazing place. Wish we lived closer. The food was really good. The loco moco is the best I've had in the Chicago area. The gravy was so flavorful. The kalua pork was juicy and they have chili water. Iykyk! Thank you to the chef and team for bringing the Aloha. read more

First time at Aloha Wagon and let me tell you that the grilled bbq chicken plate is AMAZING. It was incredibly juicy and very generous portion. The potato salad was great and even the rice was cooked to perfection. For the price you pay you get both quality and quantity. Too bad I am just visiting because would come here often. read more

Aloha Wagon - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

fish was fresh and flavors balanced well. service was fast and friendly. place is casual grab and go vibe. good healthy option in the city.

fish is actually fresh you can taste it. bowls come together quick and taste balanced. you pick what goes in so no surprises. people working there move orders fast. spot is clean. pricing isnt crazy for the quality read more

the fish is fresh and they dont skimp on portions. you can customize what goes in which is nice. line moves fast even when theres a bunch of people. staff knows what theyre doing. read more

This place is a hidden gem. My kids loved the spam masubi. The grilled fish is soooo good. Literally everything was a flavor bomb and grilled fresh. It's a warm and welcoming ambiance where the hospitality is strong. The perfect package for a Saturday lunch. read more

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Yummy!!! Everything was delicious and the portions are great!!! Spam musubi and the tocino plate are awesome!!!

I would never guess a place like Aloha Wagon would be in Pilsen but here we are. It's Filipino owned and run, and this brings me back to the island from the exterior and when you enter the front door. Get the chicken adobo. It was my favorite! So flavorful and so much to eat! Comes with rice, greens, and Mac salad. You'll find other Hawaiian comfort foods like loco moco and spam on the menu whether you get a plate, sandwich, salad, or even a taco! They also offer Kona coffee and some tropical drinks which are a nice boost to your day. Aloha Wagon is the type of place you come back to as a regular because it's the right balance of tasty, value, and friendliness. read more

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This place has a unique and modern vibe. The food is also unique and delicious. I love how they put a new spin on classic dishes. A great place to try something new read more

We had a very enjoyable dinner here last night. The atmosphere was fantastic--sophisticated yet relaxed, with perfect lighting and great music. We started with the truffle arancini, which were absolutely incredible, and for the main course, the grilled sea bass was cooked to perfection. Our server was friendly and attentive, though there were some long pauses between our courses. The food is on the pricier side, but you are definitely paying for quality ingredients and a wonderful ambiance. It wasn't a flawless experience, but it was a very strong one. We'll definitely be back to try more of the menu! read more

Really glad to try this place out! Saw it on Instagram and figured I would check it out with my brother and SIL. We swung by around 1pm on a Saturday and it was absolutely packed with pretty limited seating. Lucked out and a table was eventually open for us to sit down, but definitely would consider just doing takeout if you don't live too far away. I opted to get the mixed plate with chicken katsu and chicken adobo. Also got the sunset drink which was guava/lychee/lime to sip on while I was waiting. Total for the mixed plate and drink was about $20. The sunset drink was great. Super refreshing and not overly sweet. Would definitely recommend. Food took a little bit to come out, but understandable for how busy it was. The food itself was very impressive! The chicken katsu was nice and crispy while remaining juicy and the chicken adobo was super flavorful with a good balance of of sour from the vinegar and saltiness from the soy sauce. They sauce they also have at the counter is pretty good. Nice with a little bit of spice! Also the macaroni potato salad and greens that come with your order is also nice to break things up. My brother and SIL also got mixed plates and got meats like the kalua pork which I thought was a bit dry and the tocinio which is apparently only around for this month but I found pretty yummy, too. Still think the katsu and chicken adobo were the best meats we tried. Only two minor nitpicks is I do wish there was just a bit more rice with my order because the sauce from the adobe was definitely delicious and some more rice to mop that all up would've hit. On the other side though, my brother ordered the spam musubi and I found that to be a bit too rice-heavy. All-in-all, great spot and definitely something I want to come back to again. Items like the loco moco are definitely on my radar and I can't wait for my next visit! read more

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The brightly painted blue exterior caught my eye so we decided to give it a try! Very small place but the food was really good! My son has been to Hawaii and felt all the food was authentic. He had the chicken adobo, which was outstanding! I had two tacos --the kalua pig and the fish. Loved the pork taco but the fish tasted off and kind of weird. My other son had the spicy pork and it was also very good. We all loved the mac potato salad --just so tasty, I couldn't stop eating it! Staff was super friendly and a great value for the amount of food you get. read more

First time having Hawaiian food? This is the spot to try! I was welcomed with open arms at this unassuming, tastefully decorated spot. The person at the counter recommended the mixed plate with spicy pork and chicken adobo. The spicy pork was so tender and had a nice kick!! And the chicken adobo was so beautifully seasoned and juicy beyond imagination - I almost asked for the recipe! The place came with a side salad, white rice, and potato mac salad. And the folks working there were so kind, they even gave me a taste of the kalua pig, which was smoky, soft, and juicy. Want an extra kick of spice? Ask for some of their salsa, but beware - it's spicy!! And don't forget to grab an aloha bar as to-go desert because you'll want a yummy dessert after such a delicious meal. While this was my first time here, I for sure want to come back! read more

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They definitely don't have too much good quality Hawaiian food in Illinois. First time I tried this place I had to get take out because seating was limited inside and not too many parking spaces. Food is delicious. We did two of the mixed plates so we got to try grilled tofu, Hawaiian grilled bbq chicken, lime chicken, and chicken katsu. The meat was all very moist and juicy. Tofu was well seasoned. It's all to pick a favorite since they cooked the food so well. Prices are fair. Service was wonderful. read more

Aloha Wagon - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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If you're looking for Hawaiian island food that hits your soul, this is the place for you. Everything is made to order on the grill and every bite will leave you wanting for more. The burger sandwich was fantastic. The beef patty was marinated in teriyaki to perfection and the grilled pineapples on top just brought out the flavor combo in a spectacular way along with the Hawaiian butter buns. Small shop vibes with about 5 tables and easy parking on a Saturday morning around the corner. Call ahead to place the order if you don't want to wait. read more

Aloha Wagon - Aloha burger sandwich $10.95 - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Aloha Wagon was listed in a Yelp list of best restaurants in the midwest, and I haven't been to a Hawaiian restaurant in a long time and not at all since I've lived in Chicago. I had an appointment about 20 minutes away so decide to give it a try. It's hard to miss given the paint job is bright blue, so when you see the blue box on Western you've made it there! This is a very small restaurant. They have four two-top tables, along with two spaces for counter seating; one of those spaces is high-top counter seating and the other is table height counter seating right by the kitchen/prep area. You'll order at the counter. They have a variety of options starting with their plates. These are a choice of one or two meats with green salad and the (ever present in Hawaiian cuisine) macaroni salad (they add potato to theirs here). White rice completes the meal. I chose a mixed plate to try a couple different meats, selecting the lime chicken and chicken adobo. Both were okay. I also tasted the Hawaiian BBQ chicken from someone else's plate, and that was good too. They use boneless chicken, which is good because I don't eat bone-in chicken; however, I think it was chicken thigh which isn't my preference. The portions are humungous so you're definitely getting your money's worth. In addition to their mixed plates there are burgers and other items. I also got one of their dessert bars--I think it's supposed to be pineapple coconut cheesecake--and that was a bit disappointing. For a dessert that uses two very distinct flavors, it was flavorless. I wouldn't have known I was eating something with either of those flavors; in fact I forgot that it had pineapple and the only giveaway about the coconut was the grated coconut that was on it. Overall the food was ok but I wasn't blown away, unfortunately. I'm glad I tried it, but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here again. Aloha Wagon does catering as well if you're looking for something a little different for an event. Parking is street only; there are four or five spaces on Western in front of the restaurant and probably some on the side streets. There's also a bus stop steps from their door, though I don't know what number, and the Western station on the Pink Line is less than halfway down the block. read more

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My friend and I did a pickup order and had the mixed plate which comes with two choices w/ rice, macaroni, and salad. The portions are pretty big, but I was so hungry I ate all of it! I had the bbq chicken and chicken katsu and had an egg also. The bbq chicken was tasty and tender. The katsu chicken came with the sauce and the sauce was flavorful. My friend had the fish and it was really good. The macaroni was also yummy. I would def go and try their other items on their menu. read more

Aloha Wagon - Mixed plate w/ bbq chicken and fish - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Very cute mom and pop shop! The owners were super personable even when they were overwhelmed with the amount of online orders. The inside is decorated nicely; big picture frames of a family photo and their original food wagon in Hawaii were hung up on the walls.  We got the plate lunches and tried their Hawaiian grilled BBQ chicken (highly recommend), chicken katsu plate, and kalua pork. Portions were big and we agreed that it was the best Hawaiian food we've had in Chicago. read more

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This has been my go to spot since the blue and yellow storefront on Western. There is one cook and he cooks based on family recipes. Everything is a hit. The portions are huge and heavy. I sometimes think that he's used to cooking for Samoans or NFL players or something. I recommend anything on the menu and throw an egg on it over easy! read more

Aloha Wagon - Loco Moco round two - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was excellent! Please try it with the sunset juice, you won't regret it. The food is enough to make you feel at home regardless of where you're from. read more

I just moved and this place is relatively close to my new apartment. I was excited to try Hawaiian food in Chicago so made my way to it. They may have noticed my new-ness, so they provided some advice which was really appreciated as the selections were delicious. The juice/tea they had serving was also perfect for a summer drink. It was fruity, and refreshing, and not too sweet. I forgot to ask what it was called but I loved it. It was an ideal lunch place for me. Can't wait to return! read more

Pork adobo, Hawaiian burger and fries - yum. Definitely vetted by our local people in blue.

One of my favorite restaurants in the Chicagoland area! My go-to order is the mixed plate entree with half loco moco and half grilled fish. The grilled white fish here is one of the best I have ever had!! It is super fresh and light tasting but also very delicious and I think that the fish and the hamburger patty from the loco moco complement and balance each other very well. Also, their cheesecake coconut bars are delicious! They go great with a cup of coffee and I have to get one every time I'm here. As a bonus the owners are super nice and always working hard to provide the best food and service possible. Definitely check this place out! read more

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