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Big Kahuna is the best! Consistent high quality! I'd love it if they had some lau lau one day! I can't find it anywhere!
Didn't expect to find Hawaiian comfort food here, but Big Kahuna came through. Food: Pork katsu was good, a little saucier than I'm used to, but still pretty tasty. The Big Kahuna burger was the star here. It had charred pineapple, BBQ sauce, and melted cheese... sheeesh, I didn't stand a chance. Fries were fire too - crispy and saucy. Mac salad was different and okay. Service/Ambiance: The place has that hole in the wall vibe. It looks like it used to be a house. Parking is a little funky (a couple spots out front, more in back). The Staff was super friendly. This place was poppin' with all the to go orders coming through. I'd come back here if I'm in the area! Mahalo braddah!
We were looking for a birthday celebration destination for a buddy - and there are a lot of bougie options in Lexington. I came across Big Kahuna and thought - oh, this looks interesting - let's give it a whirl. SO GLAD WE DID. There are generous portion sizes for good prices. There is parking behind the restaurant, and another lot about a block down. If you get there and you can't find parking - don't freak out. Just drive next door. There isn't much seating down on the main level, but a lot of room up above. We took a group both times (8-12 people) and it had more than enough space for us. I've gotten the panko-fried pork and the teriyaki chicken - and I think I would go with the pork again. But pay attention to their daily special - they have some really cool stuff. Whatever sauce they're throwing on their rice - it's bomb diggity. Ask for extra! Also (sorry, long review), try the Avocado fries! Golllllllllly. Slap ya mama good.
I've now eaten my way through the menu at Big Kahuna. I sat outside and enjoyed the coconut shrimp, with mac salad and sticky rice. It's Ono (delicious in Hawaiian)! If you still haven't been to Big Kahuna, you're missing some amazing food. Go! 86
This place is so good. So, so good! Very limited parking out back. I do think I saw some adjacent parking next door, but that could be lies. You encounter stairs at both entrances, at least. There's no ADA accessibility at this location. Seating is limited. A handful of tables on the kitchen floor were filled up at lunch time. Another area of seating is upstairs via two flights of stairs. We got the last open table upstairs. There are a few tables on an outside upper level deck. Seating is only backless metal barstools at high top tables. It's loud, as the rooms are small and there's nothing to absorb sound. Brightly colored murals decorate the walls. It's a vibe, for sure. The service was helpful and gracious. The food is just so flavorful! I loved it! I don't like macaroni salad and they let me sub Hawaiian fries. Excellent choice! Portions are generous.
Great authentic food. We lived in Hawaii for 4 years and the food was almost exactly like the islands. The spam and eggs was so good Staff is very nice, and the cost is very fair
My husband and I love this hole in the wall Hawaiian restaurant. Staff is always friendly, food is always delicious, and it inspired us to go to Hawaii last summer. Highly recommend to all!!
Incredible food, with a friendly staff! Food dishes you can't get anywhere else, and they are consistently great every time. Ordered 3 different entrees last time just to have leftovers. Can't wait to go back!
We were driving from Ohio to Atlanta & needed a great lunch spot to get a break from our long drive. Yelp did not let us down, the service was fast and friendly in an upbeat setting. The food was absolutely delicious; I had the Mahi Mahi & my husband had the Loco Moco. Both dishes were seasoned perfectly & I could eat a full plate of the sticky rice, it was next level good! We were there at 12:30, so no parking in the small lot behind the restaurant, but if you go 3 buildings down from the restaurant, there is a huge gravel parking lot on the same side. The next time we are driving through, we will definitely stop again & being only 3 miles off 75, and next to a gas station, it made for an efficient stop for us!
This place never disappoints. They stay busy because they are so good. Since Covid I have noticed that they just get busier every year. The word is out.
This place is so cute, a little fun vibe that fits a college town. We tried the chicken teriyaki, Hawaiian burger, chicken katsu sandwich. Somehow an extra box had been made and we were given it, which had spam, eggs and sushi rice. I really like the sticky rice with the sauce that tastes like spicy mayo and eel sauce. Everything was great and prices were excellent. High Yelp reviews led me here and I agree!
My husband and I stopped in for a bite to eat on our way to a comedy show. I had been wanting to try this place so much for about a year now. Tip: park in the back, it's easier. The front door is heavy and you go up the steps to the left in order to enter the restaurant, order at the counter, the menu is right there. They have seating inside (bar stools and counter height tables), as well as outside. Our food was ready quickly, it was a lot of meat for our sandwiches, I thoroughly enjoyed the fries which were saucy but crunchy and fresh! Honestly this place deserves some hype, it really is good food! We will be back, want to try the burger next! Thanks!!
Born and raised on the North Shore of Oahu, with those bona fides, the Big Kahuna completely surpassed my expectations. I've been to other "Hawaiian" BBQ restaurants on the mainland and have been completely disappointed when wanting a taste of home and so I was a little suspect of the Big Kahuna. It's a small restaurant but there is additional seating upstairs. On the day we went it was pretty crowded but most were getting takeaway so we didn't have any trouble finding seats. The parking lot is small but I noticed people walking from up the street so there's probably additional parking elsewhere, and I'd tell you the lack of parking in the back should not dissuade you from going in because the food is great. The staff greeted us with smile and the decor is very bright and airy just as if you were a couple blocks off the beach. We ordered at the counter and found a seat. It was a bit of a wait, as I said there were a lot of people getting takeaway, and the food is freshly prepared and absolutely worth the longer wait. The menu is small but they hit all the classics. Their Mac salad was a home run, yeah it looks like a simple dish and it is but it's very difficult to get it perfect. The noodles have to the right consistency, the mayonnaise has to be the right kind (Hellmans or Best Foods) and the ratio of noodles to mayo has to be exact. Big Kahuna was spot on. The katsu was crispy and juicy tender. I got the sauce (a trio) on the side, back home it's ketchup based and so it's a little different as I remember. I will add that I was home in Hawaii recently and saw that some places had a similar trio of sauces so maybe that's spot on too. The loco moco was also very good. The burger was well seasoned, tender and juicy. The key ingredient is the gravy, if it came out of a package or a jar, Big Kahuna fooled me cause it tasted homemade. Their savory gravy tied the rice, egg and burger all together. Big Kahuna is a great place when you're hungry for the taste of some Hawaiian plate lunches.
20 days ago
I had never had spam and have never been to Hawaii, so Big Kahuna was a fun option to try for takeout. I got the spam and eggs. Spam was a little salty (duh, that's to be expected) but well fried. The fried sunny side up egg was amazeballs too, so rich and runny. Fries were hot and crispy as well, but honestly the spam and eggs (which also came with sticky rice and macaroni salad) was so filling that I barely touched the fries. This delicious smorgasbord was only 9 dollars! My colleague had the juicer, which is mahi mahi with cabbage slaw and spicy mayo. He also got the Hawaiian style fries. Topped with spicy mayo, sweet soy, house chili sauce, green onion, and sesame seed, this is an extravagant dish! He enjoyed it. My other colleague got spam musubi is spam and sweet soy on sticky rice, wrapped in seaweed. He says it's his favorite dish from there. Other dishes include kalua pork (Hawaiian bbq sauce), teriyaki chicken, grilled tofu, coconut shrimp, and katsu, which is panko fried pork with their house sauces. For a meal out of the ordinary, give Big Kahuna a try. They say they have the "second best fish sandwich in town!" (Charlie's claims the first spot). read more
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Big Kahuna is the best! Consistent high quality! I'd love it if they had some lau lau one day! I can't find it anywhere! read more
Didn't expect to find Hawaiian comfort food here, but Big Kahuna came through. Food: Pork katsu was good, a little saucier than I'm used to, but still pretty tasty. The Big Kahuna burger was the star here. It had charred pineapple, BBQ sauce, and melted cheese... sheeesh, I didn't stand a chance. Fries were fire too - crispy and saucy. Mac salad was different and okay. Service/Ambiance: The place has that hole in the wall vibe. It looks like it used to be a house. Parking is a little funky (a couple spots out front, more in back). The Staff was super friendly. This place was poppin' with all the to go orders coming through. I'd come back here if I'm in the area! Mahalo braddah! read more
We were looking for a birthday celebration destination for a buddy - and there are a lot of bougie options in Lexington. I came across Big Kahuna and thought - oh, this looks interesting - let's give it a whirl. SO GLAD WE DID. There are generous portion sizes for good prices. There is parking behind the restaurant, and another lot about a block down. If you get there and you can't find parking - don't freak out. Just drive next door. There isn't much seating down on the main level, but a lot of room up above. We took a group both times (8-12 people) and it had more than enough space for us. I've gotten the panko-fried pork and the teriyaki chicken - and I think I would go with the pork again. But pay attention to their daily special - they have some really cool stuff. Whatever sauce they're throwing on their rice - it's bomb diggity. Ask for extra! Also (sorry, long review), try the Avocado fries! Golllllllllly. Slap ya mama good. read more
I've now eaten my way through the menu at Big Kahuna. I sat outside and enjoyed the coconut shrimp, with mac salad and sticky rice. It's Ono (delicious in Hawaiian)! If you still haven't been to Big Kahuna, you're missing some amazing food. Go! 86 read more
This place is so good. So, so good! Very limited parking out back. I do think I saw some adjacent parking next door, but that could be lies. You encounter stairs at both entrances, at least. There's no ADA accessibility at this location. Seating is limited. A handful of tables on the kitchen floor were filled up at lunch time. Another area of seating is upstairs via two flights of stairs. We got the last open table upstairs. There are a few tables on an outside upper level deck. Seating is only backless metal barstools at high top tables. It's loud, as the rooms are small and there's nothing to absorb sound. Brightly colored murals decorate the walls. It's a vibe, for sure. The service was helpful and gracious. The food is just so flavorful! I loved it! I don't like macaroni salad and they let me sub Hawaiian fries. Excellent choice! Portions are generous. read more
3 months ago
My husband and I love this hole in the wall Hawaiian restaurant. Staff is always friendly, food is always delicious, and it inspired us to go to Hawaii last summer. Highly recommend to all!! read more
11 months ago
We were driving from Ohio to Atlanta & needed a great lunch spot to get a break from our long drive. Yelp did not let us down, the service was fast and friendly in an upbeat setting. The food was absolutely delicious; I had the Mahi Mahi & my husband had the Loco Moco. Both dishes were seasoned perfectly & I could eat a full plate of the sticky rice, it was next level good! We were there at 12:30, so no parking in the small lot behind the restaurant, but if you go 3 buildings down from the restaurant, there is a huge gravel parking lot on the same side. The next time we are driving through, we will definitely stop again & being only 3 miles off 75, and next to a gas station, it made for an efficient stop for us! read more
This place is so cute, a little fun vibe that fits a college town. We tried the chicken teriyaki, Hawaiian burger, chicken katsu sandwich. Somehow an extra box had been made and we were given it, which had spam, eggs and sushi rice. I really like the sticky rice with the sauce that tastes like spicy mayo and eel sauce. Everything was great and prices were excellent. High Yelp reviews led me here and I agree! read more
8 months ago
My husband and I stopped in for a bite to eat on our way to a comedy show. I had been wanting to try this place so much for about a year now. Tip: park in the back, it's easier. The front door is heavy and you go up the steps to the left in order to enter the restaurant, order at the counter, the menu is right there. They have seating inside (bar stools and counter height tables), as well as outside. Our food was ready quickly, it was a lot of meat for our sandwiches, I thoroughly enjoyed the fries which were saucy but crunchy and fresh! Honestly this place deserves some hype, it really is good food! We will be back, want to try the burger next! Thanks!! read more
3 months ago
Born and raised on the North Shore of Oahu, with those bona fides, the Big Kahuna completely surpassed my expectations. I've been to other "Hawaiian" BBQ restaurants on the mainland and have been completely disappointed when wanting a taste of home and so I was a little suspect of the Big Kahuna. It's a small restaurant but there is additional seating upstairs. On the day we went it was pretty crowded but most were getting takeaway so we didn't have any trouble finding seats. The parking lot is small but I noticed people walking from up the street so there's probably additional parking elsewhere, and I'd tell you the lack of parking in the back should not dissuade you from going in because the food is great. The staff greeted us with smile and the decor is very bright and airy just as if you were a couple blocks off the beach. We ordered at the counter and found a seat. It was a bit of a wait, as I said there were a lot of people getting takeaway, and the food is freshly prepared and absolutely worth the longer wait. The menu is small but they hit all the classics. Their Mac salad was a home run, yeah it looks like a simple dish and it is but it's very difficult to get it perfect. The noodles have to the right consistency, the mayonnaise has to be the right kind (Hellmans or Best Foods) and the ratio of noodles to mayo has to be exact. Big Kahuna was spot on. The katsu was crispy and juicy tender. I got the sauce (a trio) on the side, back home it's ketchup based and so it's a little different as I remember. I will add that I was home in Hawaii recently and saw that some places had a similar trio of sauces so maybe that's spot on too. The loco moco was also very good. The burger was well seasoned, tender and juicy. The key ingredient is the gravy, if it came out of a package or a jar, Big Kahuna fooled me cause it tasted homemade. Their savory gravy tied the rice, egg and burger all together. Big Kahuna is a great place when you're hungry for the taste of some Hawaiian plate lunches. read more
Came in based on reviews on Yelp. When I went to Hawaii I enjoyed the flavoring of the food and thought this would be comparable. I was greeted right away and after asking for suggestions settled on the shrimp plate and teriyaki chicken. The service was pretty quick. We enjoyed our meals and everything was served at the right temperature. I'd definitely come again. The inside has seating and was pretty quiet. There is seating upstairs but I didn't check that out. read more
2 months ago
If I lived closer, Big Kahuna would be a regular meal choice for me. The food was fantastic, and the restaurant itself was a cool setting. I ordered the kalua pork plate and musubi. Would honestly be able to split a plate, as the portions were pretty large, but I didn't mind having leftovers. Appreciated the staff and environment while we waited for our takeout. Clearly a team that enjoys their jobs and I'd definitely recommend making a trip to check this spot out. read more
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2 years ago
Great food. If you like BBQ - you'll love this place! Not southern or Memphis, or Detroit BBQ , this is Hawaiian BBQ. read more
2 years ago
We recently went to the Clays Mill Road location. All plates come with Plates are served with macaroni salad and sticky rice dressed with house chili sauce, spicy mayo, and sweet soy. My wife had the Spam and Eggs, which is grilled Spam with two over eggs. She had the Avocado Fries, battered avocado spears with spicy mayo, sweet soy and house chili sauces I had the Katsu, which consists of panko fried pork dressed in spicy mayo, sweet soy, and house chili sauce that is incrediable. The service is first-rate and combined with a true Island feeling. The atomsphere is great, very welcoming, and an excellent example of the Polynesia culture and a great ambiance to the place that is very welcoming and inviting. read more
3 months ago
The restaurant was definitely unique. I am very curious if this is Authentic. I believe it is said to be Authentic. The location was good and the restaurant it self looked super cool. The food was fresh, hot and good. Very flavorful. It was a great experience and they for me and my kids and I'm sure we will be back again. read more
Ordered Big Kahuna through Door Dash for a Hawaiian movie night at home. First - we love Big Kahuna! It is such a unique place for Lexington! I am going to say, door dash was a miss for this order. I think the food was too warm and there was way too much sauce on everything, so the macaroni salad was warm and everting was too saucy. The pork katsu was still delicious, as was the spam musabj. Coconut shrimp was a bit overdone, but still tasty with the sweet chili sauce. Definitely don't pass this place up! read more
1 year ago
Have yet to have a bad meal here. Food is in my eyes better than most in Maui. Been here a week and just about ate every meal here. This place don't miss! read more
1 year ago
Every time I'm in Lexington, I love stopping here for lunch. Everything tastes amazing and leaves me craving the fries until the next time I'm in the area. The vibe is fun and casual. 11/10 would always recommend. I got the katsu sandwich and Hawaiian fries. My friend got the avocado fries that were absolutely amazing. Service is also really friendly. read more
4 months ago
1 year ago
When the fire department and police department was there getting lunch you can believe the food is excellent! read more
1 year ago
We have ordered from here a few times and keep going back! We have only ordered through door dash, which has been great! The food is absolutely delicious! We truly miss living in Hawaii and this brings back all the happiness! Thank you for bringing the Aloha spirit to Kentucky! read more
7 months ago
8 months ago
Great little hidden gem in a converted house. The katsu was fantastic- great taste and nice crunch on the coating. Loved the sauce combo that was on the meat and rice. Even the Mac salad had a little unexpected something extra in the taste. Definitely recommend and will be back first chance I get next time I'm in town. Look for a few parking spots behind the house and next door. read more
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