I tried this place once with a co-worker and got their smoked brisket plate that comes with baked beans, house pickles, pickled onions, mac salad, and sweet roll. Everything was legit! I want to try their chilli next time! Follow them on Instagram so you know where they are located on each day. read more

Bada's BBQ - Smoked brisket plate - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Hands down the Best BBQ I've tried on Oahu. I believe they are open on Thursdays and Fridays located at the end of Bougainville near the Target area. We always go here on Thursday's for lunch. But be sure to get your pre-order in couple days in advanced cause they run out fast. You can reach them on their Instagram page. My favorite is their Brisket Lau Lau and Chicken. Everything is great though, the brisket, chili, ribs, beans, sausage. Definitely give them a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

Bada's BBQ - Brisket Lau Lau + Brisket Combo - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

My coworkers go here all the time so finally I got to try since I came in on a Thursday when Bada's BBQ was there. I decided to order the smoked brisket chili with all rice. All my coworkers said good things about it so I decided to try it. Since I got all rice, the guy put it in a plate instead of a bowl. There was the perfect amount of rice to chili. The chili was soooo good! It was really hot in temperature which was nice because they just work from under a tent. The portion was big too. I'll definitely be back. They need to start opening on Wednesdays! read more

Bada's BBQ - Menu as of 5/2024 - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Bada's, not to be confused with Badass... Bada's is like saying Braddahs, without the R! Hope that helps. So you don't go somewhere totally different looking for brisket and chili! When it comes to BBQ I can be pretty picky, but let me clarify that my standards for BBQ cannot and shouldn't be compared to a southern BBQ connoisseur. This is BBQ with a local touch. I was introduced to this beautifully 12-hour cooked/ chaperoned piece of brisket meat when our boss treated us all to a meal. I was impressed immediately! The brisket was juicy and super tender. The taste has the right amount of flavor and to be honest you don't need to have the BBQ sauce. BBQ sauce does give it a different flavor though. Regardless, its good either way. My personal fave, besides the brisket is hands down their brisket chili!! Scoop Mac salad with the chili and rice and you've got a winner in a bite! This portion is good enough for two meals for me. It's pretty filling, especially with the rice it comes with. I wanna take a nap afterwards. Their ribs are fall off the bone, good and tasty! A lot of my coworkers will choose the ribs as a favorite. The curry is a local Japanese tasting style. Something to note, it's not gonna be soupy, more like saucy as far as texture goes. This one is pretty tasty too. After the chili, this is my favorite. I'm not a chicken thighs fan, but everyone I know who've gotten the chicken plate, we're super happy. They liked the seasoning and I have to admit it smells really good. Pulled pork sandwich or brisket sandwich are also a hit! They've got a good menu going, but to see what's available during their pop ups, check out their Instagram page: @badas_bbq From Thursdays - Saturdays they're popped up in front of Bougainville Flooring Super Store near NEX & Salt Lake Target. They open up at 10am and there till about 2pm or until they're sold out. I've been seeing them do catering jobs and they can get pretty busy. If they're not at the pop up, they'll post on IG. Give these two local braddahs a visit. They'll appreciate the local support and you'll enjoy the food they serving. Happy Eating! read more

Bada's BBQ - Stew × Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We checked out the Friday What the Truck event a couple weeks ago because I wanted to try that Roti's porchetta sandwich. Unfortunately, I didn't study their schedule carefully and they weren't there. They are there the third Fridays of the month apparently. Though disappointed, we found a very nice surprise. We tried Bada's BBQ and I need to stress that the brisket was very very good! Tender and tasty. I've had lots of bbq in Texas when my sister lived in Dallas and this was up there! Fresh and flavorful with the smoke not being too overwhelming. Good sides with homemade pickled onions. Guys working the stand had lots of aloha as well. I would for sure go again. The portion size was generous too compared to other bbq spots. Note to event coordinators though, it'd be beneficial to the patrons for perhaps some tables with umbrellas. The concrete makes it stifling and people are sitting on curbs as we did yikes. read more

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What can I say. I'm always down for good BBQ. I'm so glad I had a chance to try them. I got the beef brisket plate. Came with rice, beans, some pickeled onion and roll. The brisket was soft and smoky and hits the spot and it paired well with the beans. There was a lot of brisket and I had leftovers for dinner. read more

Bada's BBQ - Brisket plate - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

3.5 Stars - Not bad. Badas bbq is located in the parking lot of flooring store near Salt Lake Target and open from Thursday to Saturday only. It was very easy to find and there was a lot of parking available. Their IG stories and photos of their food looked really good so I wanted to try for myself. This particular week had brisket stew for $20. I asked for no rice and it came with a side of mac salad. There was other items on the menu that day too including ribs and brisket too. Cash or Credit card was accepted and the food came out pretty quick. The brisket was definitely soft in the stew, but the stew had a tang/acidic taste to it which was probably from the ketchup which made it harder to eat for me. Otherwise it would have been pretty awesome! The portion was also enough to share for 2 people. read more

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Heard a lot of good things about this place but just so happen the day I came they had a bunch of pre orders of brisket plates and I was unable to get any. Was by far the worse experience I ever had, especially because I didn't know you could pre order plates plus I called asking them I was interested in one and if they were at their usual spot which they answered they were but nothing to the point on asking if I wanted anything. All in all I'll try catch um on the next one but I just thought that was kind of horrible experience. Not to mention I could see the brisket and the guy right in front of me got a brisket plate. They did however offer me different options but you know when you come to someplace wanting a specific thing and you don't get it. Just ruined everything but ahh it's all good I guess. So my main reason for this review is so that if you are coming from far places be sure to pre order as you are able to do that ahead of time because had I known that I would of done that too. read more

Where have you been all my life??? They popped up somehow on my IG and started following them and pulled the trigger last night after seeing their pork rib/brisket combo. Made a pre-order by instagram and hopped in the car to pickup today. To be honest, I wasn't expecting anything spectacular, I've driven to the North Shore, Kaneohe, and Hawaii Kai for ribs and I've always had mediocre experiences. This simple pop-up tent though...let me tell you...depths of flavor. It was like a rebirth. BBQ sauce had a sweet aftertaste with savory goodness flowing all over the ribs. Don't skimp on the sauce! It's delicious! Brisket was delicious as well. Mayo-y Mac salad as expected, and pickled veggies were appreciated. For the price, the value is there. We will be back again, bada-believe it! Mahalo! read more

Bada's is a pop up in the parking lot of the flooring store. Got there about 11 and had no line. Been seeing their food all over IG and finally had the chance to check it out. Of course here for BBQ so got the combo plate for $25. Good amount of food stuffed into the plate: rice, Mac salad, pickles, pickled onion, beans, king sweet roll, 2 ribs and 3 slices brisket. First tried a pickle slice, it's a sweet relish type and I dont care for relish in general so not a fan. Would have preferred a dill pickle. Onions also on sweet side, kinda wanted more tart to offset the bbq sauce. Mac salad with as good, not spectacular but a good side. Went for the beans next, surprise they were pretty good. Not the overly sweet or honey type. In my opinion nice balance wouldn't have minded to see some bacon or sausage in there. Brisket- upon visual it wasn't overflowing with juice but there was a nice bark on it. Bark was not overpowering. Meat itself had a little dry texture maybe they had to rush and didn't wrap long enough??? But none the less nice flavors with nothing overwhelming like too much smokeyness or too much salt. One of my pieces was a thicker cut and that was perfect: moist, flavorful and the flavor was distributed throughout. All the brisket had no toughness to it and my pieces were trimmed perfect Ribs- they were great! Not over cooked (I don't like fall apart doneness) again nice flavor and smokeyness. Only problem was only had 2 pieces lol The Bbq sauce is a sweeter sauce and I like the more tangy and spicy flavored sauces. No biggie mix some sriracha in there and all good Overall they are some of the best bbq I have had on island. Only went once so not sure of consistency but based on this visit I will be back. read more

Bada's BBQ - Combo Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

brother, stop what you're doing and go find bada's bbq!!! add him on instagram and find him when he sets up shop! im screaming in all caps bc this usda prime 12 hour smoked brisket hits harder than ya baby mama i promise!!!!! thank you for always having the best most consistent juicy ass brisket, delicious sausages and chili! the sauce is so damn bomb too bruhhhh 10/10 slaps harder than ya baby mama buy yourself some pans special order for your family trust me they will love you!!!! read more

Best brisket I have ever purchased!!! Tried the brisket chili today. Check them out in salt lake before they sell out!

We tried Bada's BBQ for the first time last week, it blew our minds and taste buds that we went twice in a week. I heard they use lychee wood to smoke their meat. The honey bourbon barbecue sauce is killer too. They also make their own pickles and pickled onions that go perfectly with their whole menu. They are there at the Bougainville flooring super store parking lot on Thursday - Saturday 's 10:30am till they sell out. read more

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Bada's BBQ is worth the drive and look for that truck. B-BBQ was at Kapolei tonight and simply outstanding brisket - sides were great. Worth drive to 4478 Malaai St read more

Went to pick up my carpet at the Flooring Store and stumbled on this pop up eatery. They were setting up and we couldn't decide if we wanted to wait and pick up lunch some place else. So glad we decided to wait! Ordered one rib plate and one brisket plate. This was one of the better BBQ plates we've had in a while. Ribs were fall off the bone tender and flavorful. Brisket was also tender and flavorful, didn't even need the sauce! The sauce did add a little spicy kick. Baked beans- onolicious, 5 star, mac salad - flavorful, 5 star, even the rice was good, not dry/ hard! Will definitely go back! read more

Hands down best brisket and St. Louis style ribs on the island. I've bought plates and catering from Bada's BBQ many times. They serve Texas BBQ with a local twist. Mac salad is unreal (I always get extra). Right now they are conveniently located outside of Bougainville Flooring Super Store from Thursday to Saturday. Seems like they sell out around 1-2pm usually so I would order ahead of time. They don't have a web site yet but you can follow their specials and catering menu posted on Instagram @badas_bbq read more

Bada's BBQ - a menu on a blackboard - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Coming from a very picky person...Best Barbecue on the island!! 10 out 10! Every time I'm in Honolulu it's now a must! read more

Bada's BBQ - Brisket Plate is Amazing!!! - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Got the brisket and ribs combo for $25 and everything was ono! Come early before they run out. read more

Bada's BBQ - Menu for today 9/8/23. Ono brisket and ribs! - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

@whatthetruck Waikele. Got the rib and brisket combo. Great sides, pickled onion included. Bbq sauce had a bourbon-like kick to it. Very unique and delicious. read more

Bada's BBQ is chef kiss perfection. My go to is their Brisket plate. They make a mean BBQ which is smoked for 12 plus hours. Down to their homemade sauce, I'm hooked the brisket curry and ribs are also 15 out 15. Definitely have and will continue to support these guys, and have had 10 plus plates. They primarily cater food, but currently they pitch a tent at Bougainville Flooring Super Store on Thursday - Saturday till they sale out. Primarily in the morning till about 2 pm. 4478 Malaai Street, Honolulu, Hi.96816 read more

Overall best best bbq spot on the island!!!! Melts in your mouth. Meat tender juicy! Owners are super friendle and awesome.

The best Chili I have had in Hawaii, not local kine, but a little spicy and smokey. Brisket is top-notch. read more

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So Ono!! Just picked up the combo plate (brisket & ribs) and everything you want in bbq. Moist, tender and delicious!

The best bbq ribs ive ate so far, the smoked chicken and brisket are REALLY good also. They do catering (large pan sized orders) for parties and events, deliveries always on time and on point. Thanks to this business, i dont need to cook and everyone gets to enjoy fall off the bone bbq! The 2 owners are actually born and raised here, support real local businesses! read more

Bada Blaise is one of the coolest fakas you'll ever meet. Super humble and funny as hell. He takes massive pride in his cooking and you know when you taste his food that he spends a ton of time on it. You aren't going to find a better smoked meat. Not even on the mainland. The brisket is so soft and hydrated, it melts in your mouth. The smoke flavor runs all the way through the meats because he smokes the stuff for so long slow and low. Beware that his mac salad is literally the best on island and you will never be satisfied with any other Mac ever again. Oh and the brisket sandwich too. That yellow sauce. F*ck I could just go on and on and now I'm dying to grab a plate after thinking about it so much. Anyway, just make it happen and cruise over there. You'll be glad you did. read more

Best bbq in Honolulu definitely recommend coming and trying you won't be disappointed. The brisket is so moist and delicious got the fatty ends 5 stars all the way . read more