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    Banzai Bento

    4.4 (84 reviews)
    Special Hours 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Hibachi Chicken Bento
    Michael V.

    We are stoked to have stumbled across this gem while trying to find a quick meal to quell our hanger before a Costco run. Thanks to the other Yelpers for the photos of how to find the entrance! Upon entry, it is super clean and the layout is easy to follow. It was 1 p.m., so they did not have all offerings, but we grabbed the following bentos: - Hibachi Chicken 5/5 - Skin-on thighs with sooo much flavor and the perfect amount of char/smoke - Garlic Chicken 4.5/5 - The garllic amplified the seasoning in the batter - Fried Rice, Regular Breakfast 4.5/5 - The fried rice was next level, especially with the diced sausage. The egg with the scallions paired well with it. Eating in the car, we were surprised at how flavorful everything was. We were imagining having it fresh, which is on us, so we plan to get here earlier in the day. Next time, we want to try to Bulgogi, and it seems like the Fry Rice, Bombucha is a good mix of what we enjoyed.

    Reuben L.

    I've passed here so many times and saw the sign outside. It looked like a business office setting. Today, I decided to stop in and saw the closed door entrance. I went inside and it was a takeout bento place with lot's of bentos on the table. The gentleman behind the counter greeted me and gave me the run down of the restaurant. There were lots to choose from, so I asked him for his recommendation. He says their garlic chicken was good. But I wanted to try other items so I ordered the mix bento and noodles. Wow, to my surprise it was good. Everything was fresh and tasty. He was right, the garlic chicken was excellent. The noodles wasn't greasy and again, very flavorful. It was around 11:00am and I was the only one there. As I were leaving, people were walking in and the crowd begin to form. Wow...a hidden gem! Great find in my part, and I will surely be back.

    Located across from Kaiser Waipio
    Elizabeth V.

    Back again today because I always need to pick up the butter mochi--especially an end piece. The edge is my favorite part, so I never leave without it. I also grabbed a side saimin for myself and the deluxe bento with tempura for a friend. The saimin had a mild flavor--not much taste, but still good--and the portion was just right to fill me up without feeling heavy. Service is always great here and the staff is consistently friendly, which makes the quick stop even better. I love how easy it is to run in, grab what I need, and head out. Their bentos make the perfect grab-and-go option. Still need to work my way through the rest of the menu, especially the other bentos and their smoked marlin dip. Can't wait to try more!

    Charlene M.

    Small menu but big flavors. I have always seen their sign when leaving Costco but never checked out Banzai Bento until I needed something quick to eat for my mom. I had zero time to stop off and get food on my way home. In a split second I followed their sign. Their shop is in an unmarked industrial-like building on the corner opposite Kaiser clinic and Hopaco. Street parking is extremely limited. There is room for 2 cars to park in the sloped driveway that leads to their shop. If there's no parking available, you could always park at Kaiser. It's a small operation with friendly and helpful staff, I could've stayed and talked story for days. The bentos were affordable and packed. It was a quick grab and go and Moms loved the bento! I'll definitely be back.

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    Ross T.

    We went to a funeral at Mililani mortuary and after the service they had refreshments and at Mililani mortuary they only allow bento or individual wrapped food, it cannot be served out of open containers. They had 3-4 different kinds of bentos one had fried Saimin and hot dog, don't know what the others were. The bento was cold because it was sitting until the service was over, but the bento was good the teriyaki beef was tasty and the mandoo had a good flavor but soggy, as was the shrimp tempura. The chicken was tasty and good. I know if it was hot or just picked up it would all have been delicious, but now I know of another business to order bento from located in Waipahu.

    Val S.

    Located near Costco in Waipio which is super convenient. First time I had a bento which was for a fundraiser. The bento had a piece of spam, shrimp tempura, mandoo, garlic chicken, and fried noodles. All I can say is that everything was so delicious. The garlic chicken had lots of flavor and the fried noodles was tasty too. It was a nice sized bento and I wasn't able to finish it so I had the leftovers for dinner. I think I will try some of their other bentos.

    Follow the sign for free parking!
    Nadine C.

    Takeout lunch from Waipio, Oahu, Hawaii... Every time I leave the parking lot of Costco in Waipio, I see the sign for "Fast & Ono Bentos". One day, I made it a point to follow the arrows! The signs to Banzai Bento are very helpful! I found the free parking lot next door and walked down the sidewalk and ramp to the entrance. I entered the door to the cozy shop where all types of bentos are ready to grab and go. Just take your selection to the friendly cashier and you're on your way! This truly is an efficient system and the food was really tasty! I got the Deluxe Bento which is like a famous "pac" from another establishment. It had takuan, spam, teri beef, fish, and Garlic Chicken (instead of fried chicken - LOL)! However, this Bento was MUCH better than the competitor's version because: 1. the teri beef was NOT rubbery. It was delicious and tender! 2. the fish was moist and fresh - NOT those frozen filets! If you want tartar sauce instead of spicy shoyu sauce, just ask for it! 3. the garlic chicken was flavorful and BONELESS! It's less messy, compared with fried chicken... and it tastes WAY BETTER, too!!! So, my friends, I HIGHLY recommend Banzai Bento for your next meal! Service is efficient and helpful! The nice cashier asked about Cony and Brown... hee hee! She's very observant! Oh - and get furikake on da rice, brah! Woot woot! Bonus, yeah?!?!

    "Banzai Pack"
    Rod U.

    Solid local bento. Not the 7-Eleven kind where everything taste the same and is overcooked and rubbery but rather homemade marinade and everything inside cooked correctly. The "Banzai Pack", their answer to the subpar zip pack. Oops, did I just write that? Tasty garlic chicken, flavorful teri beef, well fried battered fish, Crispy fried Spam and a bought in deep fried gyoza. What's not to like? The "Bombucha Fry Saimin Bento", winnah. Same solid teri beef, garlic chicken deep fried mandoo and requisite red hotdog all on a bed of some of the best fried saimin on the island. Just the right amount of shoyu, black pepper, crispy spam and kamaboko and most importantly, cooked noodles (not starchy). The flavor begs the question, was this stir fried with bacon fat? Not excessively large. Prices in line. $16 and $14 respectively. Other combos available ranging from $11 - $14. Breakfast bentos also available before 9am. Grab and go. Located one block makai of Costco, at the corner across Hopaco, at the bottom of a mildly sloped driveway (you won't see any sign on the building when driving by). A quick option if in the area and wanting something other than Costco food court.

    12-2-24 trying for first time
    Gail U.

    I had seen photos posted on Yelp. Loved that is was a short drive away. We purchased two bentos, one was a deluxe but both had half a hot dog, a mando, rice and chicken plus a few edamame. The deluxe added some Teri meatballs. Hubs also picked up a 3 pack inari( cone) sushi. My honest opinion? Would I buy from there again? I think I'd stick with a popular competitor at Pearl Kai for bentos and cone sushi from a take out next to Cvs Longs in Pearl City.

    Jalissa T.

    Quick and delicious variety of bento boxes to choose from. Small place, very much of grab and go-- literally in and out within 5 mins. Taste is fresh compared to store market bentos along with supporting local!

    Sach T.

    I never heard of this place until it was featured on Cheap Eats by Guy Hagi. The bentos looked good but what caught my attention was the Smoked Marlin Dip. I've been looking around a long time for this dip. A place I bought it from closed, another place has it when they can get the smoked fish and a supermarket sells it but it wasn't that good. I wanted to pick up the Banzai Pack that includes Garlic Chicken, Beef Bulgogi, Fish Jun, Spam, Fried Mandoo, Furikake Rice and Takuan for $16 but they were out. I ended up picking the Lunch Bento that included the Garlic Chicken, Fried Mandoo, 1/2 a Hot Dog, Furikake Rice and Edamame for $11. I had to pick up my Smoked Marlin Dip $10 for 1/2# that's located in the refrigerator. Next to it, they were also selling 1# Smoked Marlin Sticks for $10...yay! Had to buy this too! The garlic chicken in the bento had a lot of flavor. I loved the dip! There's a bite to it and was really good...just what I was looking for. I will definitely be back for this! As for the Marlin sticks, it was tasty but a little dry...I still liked it. The people there were really nice and helpful with the questions I had. This place is located one block past Costco Waipio's gas station going down Moaniani Street. It's at the right corner of Uke'e and Moaniani. They have only 2 parking spaces out front with a sign saying "2 MINUTE PARKING" guessing it's because all the bentos are grab and go along with the refrigerated items so you're out of there in no time. They accept credit cards but won't charge tax for cash payments.

    Banzai Pack $16
    Shelby I.

    Support local! This is a small locally run shop near Costco Waipio serving freshly made bentos. Bentos are a mixture of rice and a variety of meats! This was our first time here and there were so many bentos out. They took the time to explain what was in each bento and the price points. Here's what we ended up getting: 1. Banzai Pack: literally had a little bit of everything. Garlic chicken, bulgogi, fried fish, spam, gyoza, and takuwan. This was a huge bento. At $16, that's not a bad deal! 2. Bombucha Fried Saimin: this had a very generous portion of fried noodles with garlic chicken, hot dog, gyoza, and a little bit of bulgogi. This was again, a huge bento. However, the noodles were very dry. It needed some sauce or something. I wouldn't get this again. 3. Smoked Marlin Dip: this is guava smoked so it was a good combo of sweet, spicy, and Smokey. I really liked this. It was a bit too sweet for my hubby's taste but it's so good with some crackers. If you love guava smoked flavor, you'll love this! Overall, great on the go option if you're in the Waipio area with friendly service! We'll be back!

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    Much Mahalos Michael! We hope to see you guys again soon!!!

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    Ask the Community - Banzai Bento

    Can you dine in?

    No. We are a grab and go bento place. If you want to place an order or want us to hold a certain bento for you, give us a call.

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