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Best andagi I've had in a long time. I like the convenience of them being at the Kaheka Don Quijote entry way. I go there on Wednesdays to pick up a dozen or so. The size is on the smaller side which makes it perfect as it' gives it a nice Krispy light & fluffy texture. Prices are very reasonable!
Got lucky as my friends and I went to Don Qui on a Wednesday and got to try the Okinawan-style donut. The line was not too long, and they were very fast at filling our order. Of course, we ate it right there as it was hot and fresh. So ono!!!
Visited several times during the Obon season at different bon dances on the island. Lines can be long (at the bon dances), but is worth the wait. Andagi is served hot and fresh. Friendly staff and very reasonable pricing. Credit cards are accepted, but sales tax is added to the transaction. Definitely a must try!
I'm surprised i liked this place! I went the Wednesday before X'mas and they were not there in front of Don Quixote. Then I went back before X'mas and they were there. There were 2 men frying up the andagi. Meanwhile the lady was collecting the cash. I wanted to buy a shirt but there was no merch available. CAsh only. Quick service. Perfectly crafted and not too sweet.
Fresh, fresh, freshly made delectable bites of andagi (Okinawan donut). Guy Ujimori, is otherwise known as "Da Andagi Guy,". He and his family make delicious and tasty andagi. This spot is located at the Don Quijote Kaheka location. Da Andagi Guy is here only on Wednesdays. Service is always quick and with a smile. You really can't beat the price at a dozen for $5! You can order plain or with cinnamon sugar. It comes to you hot and placed in a paper bag. No real ambiance here because it's in a tent like booth with hot oil in a wok to cook the andagi. Keep your distance!
They are located outside Don Quijote Kaheka on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 5:30pm and Don Quijote Waipahu on Sundays 9am to 5pm and Tuesdays from 9am to 5pm. I'm in town, so I visit the pop up on Kaheka on Wednesdays from time to time. Their andagis are excellent. They fry it on the spot, so it's hot and fresh. For me, andagis need to be eaten right out of the fryer. Once it's cold, I'm not feeling it. They have andagis down to a science. The size is perfect. It's not too big where there's a ton of dough. It's light and airy on the inside. You can get it plain or with cinnamon sugar. I've had both and the cinnamon sugar is too sweet. The plain hits the spot. Two pieces for $1 or a dozen for $5.
I can't wait until Wednesdays again for andagi @ Da Andagi Guy! My daughter miss eating andagi! She requested for some during her short visit here. This is one of her favorite treats! I mentioned to her that we could go grab at the Moilili Bon Dance Saturday night, which was not a great idea, over 2 hours wait! She said, " it's ok" Luckily Da Andagi Guy's pop up happens to be on Wednesday, the day she leaves. I had to make sure we made a stop for her, for her fix. Da Andagi Guy is at front of Don Quijote on Wednesdays only from 9:30 am- 5:30 pm. Prices increase, use to be 3 pieces for $1., now it is 2 pieces for $1. or dozen for $5. They are cute bite sizes, not oily, so perfect, so good! It is fine with me, I am happy that there's a spot for Andagi close by me. Who doesn't love Andagi?! ( Okinawan donut) Look for the white tent and the lines! Note, if you pay cash, no taxes! Service was quick and friendly! All in all, I am happy that my daughter got her Andagi in before she left the islands, she took the rest back and I was only able to have one piece, so this is why I can't wait to go back next Wednesday for more!! Available in 2 flavors but our favorite is the original.
We happened to be at Don Quijote the day the stand was open. We saw a line of people and decided to get some. Such delicious Okinawan donut balls! It only comes in 2 flavors - original and cinnamon. We got the dozen and had to slow ourselves from eating them too quick haha
I've seen Da Andagi Guy posted up outside Don Q in Honolulu so many times, but finally tried it today because, well, why not? They're only there on Wednesdays, so I figured it was the perfect chance to finally see what the hype is about They only sell one thing - Okinawan doughnuts - and you can either get regular or cinnamon sugar. The prices are pretty great: 2 pieces for $1 or a dozen for $5. I decided to grab 2 (one of each flavor) just to test the waters Honestly, it's solid! Very well-fried and fresh, which is always a win. The doughnuts are dense, way more than I expected, but still soft on the inside. The sweetness level was just right, not too much, so you don't feel like you're eating a sugar bomb That said, nothing really blew me away. They're good, but not great. It didn't have that extra something to push it to a 5-star experience for me, but if you're around on a Wednesday and craving a little snack, it's worth checking out
"I had the urge to examine my life in another culture and move beyond what I knew." - Under the Tuscan Sun Perhaps the best deal in the world! Okay I'm getting carried away since you can still purchase a cheap villa in Italy's countryside. But, how can one ignore $1 buys you three ping-pong sized Andagis! Many call it Okinawan Donuts, and many more have no clue! Da Andagi Guy is that elusive girl you wanted to date in High School, but she was only available on Wednesday afternoons lol. Once in my routine when I lived in Honolulu for work. Yet, this Cali boy doesn't miss much about Honolulu, well maybe Don Quijote runs, sunrises, and Da Andagi Guy on Wednesday! Back in Honolulu on a Wednesday and in need of goods from Don Quijote and guess who's out there selling Classic Andagi for $1 and Cinnamon Andagi for $1, yes the Andagi Guy lol! I pull two crumpled dollar bills out of my pocket! Hella yea! No tax! No fees! There's always a line but it moves fast! I'm 5th in line and a no-brainer to get one bag of Classic and one bag of Cinnamon - $2 holla! Cash paid and piping hot Andagi passed to me! These amazing ping-pong sized fried doughnut bites pairs well with any drink! Freshly fried and piping hot is what you'll get! Ohhh! Trust! This recent trip was maybe my 20th visit, but it's so routine that I don't even recall my first or tenth visit. However, I do recall when a dollar would get you four ping-pong Andagis! Hey, let's not get greedy as three for a dollar is still a steal! Unless you're Diane Lane in Tuscany looking for that perfect bachelorette pad?!
Um just so good! I don't often like donuts but I could eat all 3 at once (just $1 by the way). If you aren't familiar with Okinawan donuts, they taste a little bit like Chinese sweet donuts that you eat with congee. The flour or the batter has some sweetness to it. I only have been to the location outside don quijote on kaheka Street. They are there only on Wednesdays, which makes it even more special. As I remember, there has always been a line but the line moved really fast. The staff there was friendly. The donuts were hot and fresh and they were so delicious! Sometimes I plan my grocery shopping days at Don Quijote on Wednesdays ha ha. If you never been here, please do yourself a favor, and try this place out!
7 days ago
26 days ago
Da guy is there on Wednesdays and early in the morning there is already a line 15+ people deep. You may ask, is it worth standing in line? Well, if you want great hot, crispy andagi, hot off the press then yah! We went with a dozen of the regular and a dozen of the cinnamon sugar. Both types were outstanding, fresh, hot, with the right amount of doughy inside and crisp outside. Best to eat them while they are fresh and hot. Glad we found this great stop. read more
Best andagi I've had in a long time. I like the convenience of them being at the Kaheka Don Quijote entry way. I go there on Wednesdays to pick up a dozen or so. The size is on the smaller side which makes it perfect as it' gives it a nice Krispy light & fluffy texture. Prices are very reasonable! read more
1 month ago
Got lucky as my friends and I went to Don Qui on a Wednesday and got to try the Okinawan-style donut. The line was not too long, and they were very fast at filling our order. Of course, we ate it right there as it was hot and fresh. So ono!!! read more
1 year ago
Visited several times during the Obon season at different bon dances on the island. Lines can be long (at the bon dances), but is worth the wait. Andagi is served hot and fresh. Friendly staff and very reasonable pricing. Credit cards are accepted, but sales tax is added to the transaction. Definitely a must try! read more
9 months ago
I'm surprised i liked this place! I went the Wednesday before X'mas and they were not there in front of Don Quixote. Then I went back before X'mas and they were there. There were 2 men frying up the andagi. Meanwhile the lady was collecting the cash. I wanted to buy a shirt but there was no merch available. CAsh only. Quick service. Perfectly crafted and not too sweet. read more
4 months ago
Fresh, fresh, freshly made delectable bites of andagi (Okinawan donut). Guy Ujimori, is otherwise known as "Da Andagi Guy,". He and his family make delicious and tasty andagi. This spot is located at the Don Quijote Kaheka location. Da Andagi Guy is here only on Wednesdays. Service is always quick and with a smile. You really can't beat the price at a dozen for $5! You can order plain or with cinnamon sugar. It comes to you hot and placed in a paper bag. No real ambiance here because it's in a tent like booth with hot oil in a wok to cook the andagi. Keep your distance! read more
2 months ago
2 months ago
6 months ago
They are located outside Don Quijote Kaheka on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 5:30pm and Don Quijote Waipahu on Sundays 9am to 5pm and Tuesdays from 9am to 5pm. I'm in town, so I visit the pop up on Kaheka on Wednesdays from time to time. Their andagis are excellent. They fry it on the spot, so it's hot and fresh. For me, andagis need to be eaten right out of the fryer. Once it's cold, I'm not feeling it. They have andagis down to a science. The size is perfect. It's not too big where there's a ton of dough. It's light and airy on the inside. You can get it plain or with cinnamon sugar. I've had both and the cinnamon sugar is too sweet. The plain hits the spot. Two pieces for $1 or a dozen for $5. read more
I can't wait until Wednesdays again for andagi @ Da Andagi Guy! My daughter miss eating andagi! She requested for some during her short visit here. This is one of her favorite treats! I mentioned to her that we could go grab at the Moilili Bon Dance Saturday night, which was not a great idea, over 2 hours wait! She said, " it's ok" Luckily Da Andagi Guy's pop up happens to be on Wednesday, the day she leaves. I had to make sure we made a stop for her, for her fix. Da Andagi Guy is at front of Don Quijote on Wednesdays only from 9:30 am- 5:30 pm. Prices increase, use to be 3 pieces for $1., now it is 2 pieces for $1. or dozen for $5. They are cute bite sizes, not oily, so perfect, so good! It is fine with me, I am happy that there's a spot for Andagi close by me. Who doesn't love Andagi?! ( Okinawan donut) Look for the white tent and the lines! Note, if you pay cash, no taxes! Service was quick and friendly! All in all, I am happy that my daughter got her Andagi in before she left the islands, she took the rest back and I was only able to have one piece, so this is why I can't wait to go back next Wednesday for more!! Available in 2 flavors but our favorite is the original. read more
5 months ago
3 years ago
We happened to be at Don Quijote the day the stand was open. We saw a line of people and decided to get some. Such delicious Okinawan donut balls! It only comes in 2 flavors - original and cinnamon. We got the dozen and had to slow ourselves from eating them too quick haha read more
2 years ago
I've seen Da Andagi Guy posted up outside Don Q in Honolulu so many times, but finally tried it today because, well, why not? They're only there on Wednesdays, so I figured it was the perfect chance to finally see what the hype is about They only sell one thing - Okinawan doughnuts - and you can either get regular or cinnamon sugar. The prices are pretty great: 2 pieces for $1 or a dozen for $5. I decided to grab 2 (one of each flavor) just to test the waters Honestly, it's solid! Very well-fried and fresh, which is always a win. The doughnuts are dense, way more than I expected, but still soft on the inside. The sweetness level was just right, not too much, so you don't feel like you're eating a sugar bomb That said, nothing really blew me away. They're good, but not great. It didn't have that extra something to push it to a 5-star experience for me, but if you're around on a Wednesday and craving a little snack, it's worth checking out read more
"I had the urge to examine my life in another culture and move beyond what I knew." - Under the Tuscan Sun Perhaps the best deal in the world! Okay I'm getting carried away since you can still purchase a cheap villa in Italy's countryside. But, how can one ignore $1 buys you three ping-pong sized Andagis! Many call it Okinawan Donuts, and many more have no clue! Da Andagi Guy is that elusive girl you wanted to date in High School, but she was only available on Wednesday afternoons lol. Once in my routine when I lived in Honolulu for work. Yet, this Cali boy doesn't miss much about Honolulu, well maybe Don Quijote runs, sunrises, and Da Andagi Guy on Wednesday! Back in Honolulu on a Wednesday and in need of goods from Don Quijote and guess who's out there selling Classic Andagi for $1 and Cinnamon Andagi for $1, yes the Andagi Guy lol! I pull two crumpled dollar bills out of my pocket! Hella yea! No tax! No fees! There's always a line but it moves fast! I'm 5th in line and a no-brainer to get one bag of Classic and one bag of Cinnamon - $2 holla! Cash paid and piping hot Andagi passed to me! These amazing ping-pong sized fried doughnut bites pairs well with any drink! Freshly fried and piping hot is what you'll get! Ohhh! Trust! This recent trip was maybe my 20th visit, but it's so routine that I don't even recall my first or tenth visit. However, I do recall when a dollar would get you four ping-pong Andagis! Hey, let's not get greedy as three for a dollar is still a steal! Unless you're Diane Lane in Tuscany looking for that perfect bachelorette pad?! read more
4 years ago
Um just so good! I don't often like donuts but I could eat all 3 at once (just $1 by the way). If you aren't familiar with Okinawan donuts, they taste a little bit like Chinese sweet donuts that you eat with congee. The flour or the batter has some sweetness to it. I only have been to the location outside don quijote on kaheka Street. They are there only on Wednesdays, which makes it even more special. As I remember, there has always been a line but the line moved really fast. The staff there was friendly. The donuts were hot and fresh and they were so delicious! Sometimes I plan my grocery shopping days at Don Quijote on Wednesdays ha ha. If you never been here, please do yourself a favor, and try this place out! read more
Most andagi are really big. The problem with that is the crispy crust to fluffy interior ratio is way off. Da Andagi Guy makes them perfectly! Just the right size to enjoy the crunch and fluff in every bite. Your choice of plain, cinnamon sugar or a mix. Each order comes with 3 andagi for only a dollar. The only thing I would want to change is for Da Andagi Guy to come to Don Quixote more often than just on Wednesdays. Then I could have my craving for hot, fresh and delicious andagi more often! read more
4 years ago
I recently read an article on da Andagi guy and it was nothing but great things. Just do happen i made a stop at "Daiei" Kaheka on Wednesday and was wondering what this long line was all about. Yes, a long, long line! Indeed, they were all waiting for andagis. Don't let the long line discourage you because it does move quickly. If they run out and new batch is in the making, it's about a 4-5 min wait, but worth the wait! Choices are original or Cinammon. 3 pc andagi for 1.00 and they are little bigger than bite size. It's delish when eaten when warm of course, nice warm and crispy! da Andagi guy visits the Pearl city location on other days but only come to town in Wednesday's. It's a must come to try if you haven't had a piece yet! Service is also great, do support local! read more
4 years ago
I went to Don Quijote at Kaheka Street, and I saw fresh andagi being fried. Andagi is Okinawan doughnuts (doughnut balls) and Da Andagi Guy were selling (at the time) 1 bag for $1. One bag of Andagi had 3 pieces. I found out that Da Andagi Guy only open on Wednesday at Kaheka Street. I bought bags of regular & cinnamon sugar andagi. They tasted nice, and my friends enjoyed them. They have changed their prices to 2 pieces of andagi for $1 and a dozen for $5. It's still cheap and they're freshly made. YES! I would stop by here again and support them. read more
8 months ago
3 years ago
Only open on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 5:30pm! This is a must try when in Oahu and worth the wait if there's a line!! Must eat fresh! It's like an old fashion cinnamon, doughy, fresh out the fryer, and delicious read more
Quick show of hands - who doesn't like fresh, hot andagi with a nice brown crunch on the outside, plain or sprinkled with cinnamon? Yup - thought so! Steps away from the entrance of Don Quixote you'll find Da Andagi Guy cranking out this delightful treat on Wednesdays. Get in line...but don't fret - it moves fast. The price is right (3/$1), and the choice is plain or cinnamon. They're cooked perfectly and taste wonderful...what a win! read more
1 year ago
I guess the Yelp Ghost got me again because I remember I reviewed the Andagi Guy before. Anyway today I stopped by Don Quijote to get some things than I saw Da Andagi Guy outside of Don Quijote . Upon exiting the store I decided to get some Andagi for tonight's dessert . There was a line like always but it moved fast. Price - 3 for $1.00 bag Plain or cinnamon sugar. I ordered 4 bags what a deal only $4.00 bucks Got into my car and couldn't resist so I ate one Andagi and it was warm crispy on the outside and moist in the middle . Support local and be safe read more
I have never heard of this guy but he is legit and amazing! Happened to be walking around outside Don Quixote and it seemed like a deal too good to be true. 3 andagi for $1??? Plain or cinnamon so I had to try one bag of each! Made fresh in front of you, and still warm when I bit into it. Great cinnamon sugar flavor and the dough was pillowy and soft. Some andagi have a citrus flavor which I am not a fan of and this one doesn't have it! Apparently he is a regular on Wednesdays so I will need to keep it in mind for the future. They accept cash and card, parking is easy, very efficient process. I am so tempted to go and get more while I'm here but I'm trying so hard to be good! They are bite size too so not the super large and hard ones that cut your mouth. Very soft since they're smaller and fresh. read more
2 years ago
We saw the long line at this stand and the kids really wanted to try them so we ended up buying some. I didn't think we could finish a dozen but these disappeared so fast. They just came out of the fryer so we had to wait for them to cool off a bit. I wasn't expecting much but they were surprisingly very tasty. The cinnamon sugar reminded me of a snickerdoodle. Nice crunchy outside and fluffy inside. The line moves quick. Don't make my mistake, get a dozen ($5) or several dozens, you won't regret it. read more
4 years ago
If you've gone shopping to Don Quijote, you might have noticed a line in front of a tent by the entrance to the store. That's probably Da Andagi Guy. Andagi is a snack originating from Okinawa. It's actually called "sata andagi". Sata is an Okinawan dialect for sugar. Standard Japanese is pronounced "satou". Sata andagi generally means "sugar donuts". Typically, these delectable treats are fried in oil and are about 3" in diameter and the art is to fry them, so it develops a crack down the center. This was explained to me by my Okinawan neighbor who used to fry them on occasion. Da Andagi Guys makes theirs a little smaller than what I had in the past. Around 1.5" to 2", which makes it really bite-size. For a long time, they were 3 in a bag for a dollar. Recently, it was upped th 2 for a dollar. Found out about the price increase by accident the other day: I saw a sign that said "12 for $5". What a deal! I got some to share with my coworkers. At the office, I came to my senses and thought Hey. Wait a minute... 3 for a dollar 12 for 5 bucks.... THAT'S NOT A GOOD DEAL!! It's a good thing I didn't call to complain, because I found out online of the price change. Saved myself some embarrassment! $5 for a dozen is still a good deal. Fried golden brown, slightly crispy on the outside, cakey on the inside. A great afternoon snack! read more
6 years ago
Great for the $1 you pay. You can choose between plain or cinnamon sugar. I decided on plain. Which also means no sugar at all. 3 perfect light mini andagi. Not oily to the touch or in the mouth. That also means there isn't that signature crunch, but still very bouncy and delicious! The long queue went by quickly. Located right outside of the Don Quiote entrance today and a quick snack before grocery shopping. Worth trying for only $1! read more
There's one thing I can't say no to and it is andagi. Andagi are Okinawan sweet deep fried donuts without the hole in the middle. They are crispy in the outside, but soft and fluffy in the inside. Da Andagi Guy serves two flavors of these delicious donuts: original and cinnamon sugar. I got both flavors and they are just amazing. The original flavor is sweet but not too sweet compared to regular donuts. The inside is golden and fluffy while the outside is a deep brown color. The cinnamon sugar flavor has cinnamon and sugar light coated in the outside of the andagi. It reminds me of a malasada. Da Andagi Guy serves 3 andagi for $1. They are located as a pop-up stand outside of Don Quijote in town on Wednesdays. Definitely worth waiting in line for since they are quick with their orders. read more
I never go to Don Quijote unless it's on a Wednesday, so that I can also get my fresh andagi fix from Da Andagi Guy. There is nothing better than andagi made fresh right before your eyes, and how lucky we are to have Da Andagi Guy every Wednesday in town. There are only two flavors available - plain and cinnamon sugar. I prefer the plain, and I'll get at least 4 bags to make it a dozen. My boys and I pop these in our mouths like candy. The lady who works the register and takes orders is very friendly and seems to have her ordering system down (when andagis are on backorder). read more
3 years ago
I have marketed at Don Quijote Kaheka many times in the past but it wasn't until reading recent glowing reviews about Da Andagi Guy that prompted a couple of visits to get my share of the Okinawan dessert, sata andagi or as we locals just call "andagi". I suppose that I've missed this food stall at this location because its owner and his family only sets up on WEDNESDAY ONLY from 9:30am to 6pm. BACKGROUND: Sata andagi or more popularly known as "andagi" are deep fried golf ball-sized sugary balls of dough that are usually found at Okinawan bon dance festivals. The bon dance originated from the Buddhist custom of honoring one's ancestors but in modern times, the festivals bring about a sense of community. At the bon dance festivals, you can find several food stalls featuring Okinawan foods such as gōya chanpurū (bitter melon stir-fry), rafute (shoyu pork, sōki soba (Okinawan boneless pork rib with thick udon-like wheat noodles), roasting Okinawan purple sweet potatoes and of course, andagi. For over 30 years, Guy Ujimori and his family has been manning an andagi food stall at many of the festivals around the island. While he's not at festivals, he maintains food stall locations in front of both Kaheka and Waipahū Don Quijote supermarkets. He sells the andagi in bags of 4 at $1 but I'll bet you can't just buy one bag. After all, you can choose between plain granulated sugar or cinnamon sugar coated andagi that are made fresh and hot. Service is friendly and fast even though throngs of people line up to place their order(s), pay and either wait to the side for their order or are given their andagi treats by the cashier. They recommend that you wait a few minutes before biting into the fresh, just-out-of-the-frying oil andagi or don't even think about popping a whole andagi into your mouth elsewise risk having the roof of your mouth being burned. We bought a bag of cinnamon-sugar and plain granulated sugar coated andagi to munch on since we had just gotten out of the gym. These tasty doughnuts would have gone so well with a cup of hot bukubuku tea or hōjicha latte. Run, don't walk to get these delicious Okinawan treats.... they're addictively good. read more
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