Stumbled upon this place because had to go get a haircut for my nephew at the Waipahu plantation marketplace. They're located on the corner and once you see a tent & smell bbq, you're at the right spot. This restaurant gave karinderia vibe to it! Karinderia is basically like those food stalls they have in the Philippines, where they have a bunch of dishes and you sit out to enjoy the food. Home cooked & affordable eats. They have everything from bbq sticks, adobo, lechon, kilawan, lumpia and more. I got the bbq stick & chicken inasal plate. The bbq stick was packed with so much flavor! The chicken inasal was more on the huli huli side & was served with Filipino dipping sauce. They also offer free sabaw with your meal. Ordering was a little complicating, they have a menu outside with food and also more food inside. The bbq items were cooked by order and the inside food had more of the Filipino dishes like (adobo). But next to the cashier, you could also find other fried dishes as well. So a little complicated. You also have the option to sit outside under the tent or inside the restaurant with AC. For this type of place, if you're dining in, you order & eat first then pay. Like any karindera. Overall, this place was VERY good & SUPER AFFORDABLE. If you want to experience a true Filipino experience with great food, this place is for you. read more

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Been here before, my friend from Waipahu told me they have the best Huli Huli Chicken which he was right, They also serve Filipino food. Located in the old Arakawa store parking lot. Two whole chickens for $28- you will see my picture, they gave me a pan with sauce. If you're looking for some awesome chicken for parties or just to take home, please give this place a try . Aloha, Derek read more

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Customer service is good! They are very friendly here! I'm Filipino, the flavors of the food here are perfect and so comforting! Very close to our families food. It isn't your fine dining ambiance it's more outdoorsy and if you go in for dine in it's more like your eating at your family's house. Lol there's tv and they just allow you to sit enjoy your food grab whatever drink and then pay afterwards. They have the tv on inside and ac. The bowls they use are like the ones you would probably have at your moms house or grandparents house. It's very home-like. read more

Da Bolalohan - Pumpkin and pork - Food Trucks Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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I love this place. I've never been to the Philippines but I feel like I'm there when I'm here. The workers are super friendly ! They have all the delicacies thar my heart desires. My mom loves the ipon. She says their ipon is authentic. I don't drink alcohol but there are a lot of good pupus here for those occasions - kilawen kaldeng & baka. The worker ( young man ) said that the kilawen baka also has liver in it. He was so nice because he let us sample a piece of the baka skin. Yum ! This was my first time here & I am definitely coming back. It's great that I'll be im this area at least 3 times a month. So glad my mom discovered this place through a friend. They do not accept credit / debit payment. They only accept cash. Lots of free parking probably because it's a weekday. read more

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Service is amazing, workers are so welcoming and nice. Always talking story with them haha. Food is delicious as well. Indoor and outdoor seating. read more

Da Bolalohan - Food Trucks Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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Hanging out with local friends and searching for sisig. All the places we wanted to go were closed. Then, we stumbled on the Bolalohan BBQ and Grill. The place is an eclectic mix of decor; part Christmas, Chinese New Year and Easter all rolled together! It's like a Filipino food truck flew from the sky and crash landed in a Waipahu swap meet parking lot, then they just decided to make camp and set up a brick and mortar restaurant! The Lechon had thin, shatteringly crisp skin had a lacquered look that almost made me think it was Chinese Roast Duck! This is an actual fire roasted lechon. Not the deep fried kind. And the meat was tender, flavorful and moist. The BBQ Pork sticks were smokey, and sweet and you could see the Chinese influence as it tasted like Chinese Char Siu Roast Pork. The meals came with a beef soup, so rich and comforting. It just needed some saimin noodles or ramen to make it a meal! Staff was friendly and more than willing to explain and describe the various dishes available from the steam tables and on their menu. If you added some mac salad, you could call these plate lunches. But a few scoops of rice is all you need to round out the meal. Be daring and try the assortment of sauces and condiments at the table. There is no wrong way to eat Filipino food! I do have to admit, the place has the gritty third-world charm of BBQ shacks found all over the Philippines, but the food is so good you'll overlook that once you start eating! It reminded me of time I spent in the community outside Clark Air Force Base back in 1986. Back then, you could get a BBQ plate for around $1.75! VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmE2kuZHLaA read more

This is not your typical bulalo, I'm not actually quite sure if this is bulalo. If your craving Tagaytay bulalo this is not the place to get it. All bones, cartilage and hoof. No meat, no veggies, no bone marrow beef shank. After removing all the bones and cartilage from the container very minimal soup was included. For $12 including rice, it's not worth it. read more

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Stopped by to pick up some longanisa to bring back home but also tried a few of their dishes. The Bulalo was flavorful and full of tender pieces of meat. The pork skewers we also very tasty! Ricky was super friendly. Would come again. read more

Da Bolalohan - Food Trucks Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

When I heard that there's a new Bulalo place in Waipahu I'm so excited to try it I love bulalo! it reminds me of my trip in Tagaytay back in the Philippines . I'm so disappointed and think this is the worst bulalo I've ever had. it's not what I'm expecting at all. read more

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Not The Chosen One So heres the weird thing, I had a dream a few days ago that I had returned to this place after coming about a week ago and I gave it 2 stars. Fast forward today, Im in the area and Im thinking about going and giving it a shot again since I had it at 4 stars, but here I am thinking I dreamt I gave it 2 stars which would mean I am not going to like my 2nd visit and maybe not worth going back. But my curiousity sets in and I feel the need to confirm this premonition thru dream I have, so I decide to go, as I feel its "my destiny" Another trip to the darkside, (its literally dark there at night, miminal lighting in the vicinity) a quick stop here to see if they had the hamburger steak or pork belly skewers, 2 of the most raved about items so far but both were sadly not available. Didnt bother asking about the all day breakfast, which would been my 3rd choice, but not even a menu for the bbq sticks, I didnt bother. Same lady like last time, she looks at me no hi, no hello, no how may i help you, instead of making it more awkward i went ahead and greeted her instead. I felt bad for going there and not ordering anything, but they didnt have what I wanted, so I just got 2 bbq pork sticks again, this time they were in that large plastic container and questionable on how long they were sitting there, nevertheless, I paid, got my sticks and left. Opened the foil, tried the pork, and immediately noticed it was cold. Well what was I expecting for something that was in a plastic container and not even in a warmer. $5.00 for two cold pork sticks. Good flavor, just not worth coming back for imo. If you know its cold why not sell it cheaper? Im sorry Da Bolalohan, I tried. I tried to like you but this is where we must part ways. I feel like saying "YOU were supposed to be the Chosen One!" I really hope they can improve though. Happy Holidays and may the skewer be with you. read more

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This place is nostalgic for me. Walking up to the truck and if I close my eyes, the smell reminds me trips to the Philippines. I have absolutely loved everything I've ordered from here. I've only had 3 items. Its the bbq pork stick that keeps me coming back. The chicken insal is my 2nd favorite dish. The halohalo was as authentic as I remember. Delicious! read more

Da Bolalohan - Menu 8/8/2022 - Food Trucks Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Da Bolalohan is a very rare food truck that serves both local food and Filipino specialties. They serve a most delicious hamburger steak that is probably the BEST on island! All burgers are home made and not pre-processed making their burgers soft and delectable! In addition, they serve steak and shrimp, a steak plate very REASONABLY priced and very savory, to name a few. Their Filipino foods are also to die for! Mel, owner, makes an eggplant dish which is very time consuming to prepare. First. It's grilled then wrapped in an egg batter and fried. I've only had this dish in Manila, never here in Hawaii! Specials change daily, all to die for! Breakfast is served all day and all priced at $5.00! DELICIOUS! Da Bolalohan is located in the Festival Marketplace parking lot with LOTS of parking! read more

**This review reflects their catering service and not their food truck** I was fortunate to stumble upon this place at Turtle Bay's Fireworks Show and my oh my was it delightful! Food: Beef Brisket (Highly Recommend) My goodness....Well moist and seasoned. The smoky, garlic, dry rub flavors made it very umami. Slices were fair as it had a juicy texture and balance of meat and fat. Pork Belly (Highly Recommend) My goodness part 2. Really good filipino comfort food. The pork belly was juicy and full of flavor. A low-key balance of some sweet and savory flavors to it. Customer Service: Wonderful! Brisket guy was very convincing and my order was received at a reasonable time. Overall: 5 Stars. Can't complain about this place. My food was deeeelicious, price was reasonable, plenty of choices, and great service. I am intrigued to see what they serve at their food truck. For people visiting the island or any locals in need of some comfort food, I recommend giving this place a go. TL;DR Tips Catering Menu is different from their food truck menu. Definitely get the beef brisket and pork belly. read more

Da Bolalohan - Catering: Salad, fried rice, beef brisket, pork belly! - Food Trucks Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Disappointed with their bulalo. It was all broth, bones and cartillage and ZERO meat. Typically bulalo would have potatoes and some sort of green leafy veggie. This only had green onions as garnish. Total waste of $12. Customer service was great though. They were very welcoming. Maybe their other menu items are worth trying, just not coming back for their bulalo for sure. read more

Bought the Bulalo and Empanada.The Empanda was big worth the $5 but the Bulalo was pretty disappointing.I expected some meat inside but all i got was some bland soup with beef feet for $11 read more

Da Bolalohan - Their $11 Bulalo - Food Trucks Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

I got 4 bbq pork belly sticks with two scoops of rice and an iced cold Coke. It was cooked fresh off the grill and really "broke da mouth!" There were so many other selections like bbq chicken sticks, bbq chicken feet and a variety of Filipino dishes that I need to come back for. They had a table and chairs to eat on and it was pretty busy. This one customer told me he eats here every night! If I lived nearby I probably would too. Jaysen was really nice and cooked my sticks to perfection. He told me I could have it crispy so I'll try that next time. Until then, I'll be thinking about what to eat next time. Loco Moco maybe?! read more

Da Bolalohan - Food Trucks Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Kinduh disappointed with the bulalo. Its porks feet not beef shanks , im not sure if they know what is bulalo is or they just tryna make a pork bulalo i dont know! it taste like pork sinigang without the tamarind mix i dont like it but the bbq was good read more

The dinakdakan and Hibol are legitimately good here! Give them a try, you won't be dissapointed. read more

Da Bolalohan - Dinakdakan! - Food Trucks Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

Dugyot, Dugyot, Dugyot, Dugyot!!! For my non Ilocano speaking yelpers. It means dirty. This lunch wagaon is located in the back of Waipahu Festival Market runned and manage by two older Filipino men. These guys are great cooks. Food here is excellent. The hamburger steak is the best on the island. So when they say "The Best Hamburger Steak on the Island" they can back it up. But.....I think the food here is good because of the special Ilcano MSG called Dugyot seasoning. The first time I tried this place. I ordered the Hamburger Steak. I saw one of the TATAS cutting some cherry tomatoes. Then all of a sudden I hear HA-CHOO!!! I turned around clock my head to one side and said GOD DAMMINT!!!! He just sneezed!!! Good thing he caught him self in time and sneezed in his hand. That makes it all good right? I mean he did blow his nose in a paper towel and wiped his hand. That's good right? Hell NO!!! After cutting the tomatoes I see him proceed to make rice. I clock my head the other side and said "AWWW DAMN!!! Well at least he not making my food. And keep in mind folks after he sneezed he never wash his hands. Like a good hard working Filipino he was focused on his task. No germs will stop him from cutting those tomatoes!!!! On my second visit. I just got done working out at UFC and I wanted something good the eat at Waipahu. I remembered the Hamburger Steak. Very delicious and tasty. The gravy they have makes this hamburger steak special. I place my order and noticed the other gentleman take out a container of Hamburger meat. I see him scoop the meat with his hand and forms the patties. I clock my head to one side and said. "I don't think he washed his hands?" "AWWW FUDGE IT!!!" That won't kill me. Or will it? I take my order back home. And I'm watching WWE on my dvr. Savoring every bite as I watch the Big Show take on Kevin Owens. Then.....all of a sudden. In my mouth I feel something stringy. Must be the sinew on an onion or something. I pull that "thing" out and it's piece of hair. Not one...but three!!!! And it was white. There goes my lunch. These cooks are likable guys. Very friendly and hospitable. But are just too lazy to follow the simple ethics in food in safety. As stated earlier the food here is GREAT just make sure you get your vaccination shots before you go... because you will never know how your body will react to the DUGYOT SEASONING. read more

Very friendly. Went only once, not to familiar but tried their bbq pork stick and I loved it. Going back for more!!

Outstanding Hawaiian Lunch Wagon. The wagon is directly across the street from the famed Waipahu Festival Marketplace. The menu is quite extensive, all food items are fresh and the service is Aloha friendly. The Hamburger Steak lunch is exceptional! A must stop for locals and visitors alike. read more

Da Bolalohan - Hamburger Steak lunch - Food Trucks Near Me - Waipahu, Hawaii

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A real "diamond" in the rough! This new lunch wagon has a chef who is talented and creative. He's not serving your typical local plate lunch but offers food that is tasty and delectable. His HAMBURGER STEAK is the BEST I have tasted on the island. Helpings are generous and reasonably priced. He offers different specials and is constantly experimenting to serve a new dish for his customers. Most dishes are freshly prepared when you arrive so you don't have a meal that has been sitting in a food warmer for hours. The steak in his steak plate is tender and his grilled shrimp are so tasty. I'm a fan! A little hard to find, but worth the effort. Go to the Festival Market in Waipahu and he's in the parking lot tucked in the back corner next to the market building. The $5 breakfast special is a real bargain with 2 huge pieces of Portuguese sausage, spam and vienna sausage on a bed of rice with an egg cooked to order. read more