We go to Waikele Premium Outlets all the time but have never tried the food trucks there, so we…read morethought we'd give it a try today with this cute little food truck. We ordered the Kalbi plate, kimchi pancakes, and bibimbap. The cost can be a bit pricy, but the portions and taste really make up for it. The bibimbap had a variety of vegetables that made the dish look colorful. It came with bulgogi and an egg, and it was seasoned well. It also came with gochujang on the side, which I appreciated since my daughter can't eat spicy. My husband says the Kalbi plate was very good. It had a hint of sweetness and didn't feel dry. The kimchi pancakes had a nice crisp and and it was tasty. Next time, we will have to try the seafood pancake from there. The man who took our order was very nice, and service was fast, though we did go early. We had a nice lunch here, would recommend, and come back again.

We came here for a quick casual lunch after the beach and it hit the spot! My boyfriend and I…read moreshared the seafood pancake and it was so yummy! I love how they make their pancake crispy and it was loaded with seafood in it. We also noticed it had mochi or rice cakes in it which is not something you usually see in seafood pancakes but it was a nice touch. The food came out fast and the prices are ok. I would definitely come here again for their pancakes and maybe try other things from their menu!

I like getting two things from here, the red curry and pad Thai with chicken. The red curry has…read morethe right amount of vegetables and spices with the creaminess from the coconut milk blended all together to make a dreamy curry. So good! I came here recently when I donated blood, I called in my order while donating blood. When I came out, the curry was already done and it was top tier like always!

A couple of the summer rolls were unraveling by the time I made it home. But they were perfect and…read morethe sauce was super flavorful. As for the spring rolls, the lettuce strips were a bit small compared to what I'm used to and I would've loved the noodles to add on, but it still was delicious. Will definitely eat here again and can't wait to try all the other dishes.

Love the garlic butter pork chops. So Good! Get it you won't regret it. $15 for pork chops, 2…read morescoops rice and side corn kernels in a small cup. Lots of parking. There's picnic style tables to sit and eat. Cash or Venmo only. A bit of wait but food is made to order and so worth the wait.

If you're looking for late-night local food that hits the spot, Mops Central is IT! Being open from…read more6 PM to 1 AM makes it the absolute go-to for those late cravings, and the value is unbeatable--$16 a plate and they pile it high with quality food. The garlic furikake fried chicken is packed with flavor, incredibly crisp, and so ono. You also can't miss out on their meatball loco moco--such a good twist on a classic! On top of the food, the service is exceptionally warm and welcoming. Can't recommend them enough!

Ordered the lechon kawali and pork sisig combo plate, and I must admit... this was SO good! The…read morelechon kawali was crispy and packed with flavor, and I loved that they topped the rice with a garlic topping--it really gave it that extra Filipino touch! They gave two dipping sauces, one spicy and their regular. The spicy gives an extra kick. One combo plate can definitely feed two short older Filipino women so the portions are generous! I'd recommend bringing cash to avoid the 3% credit card fees. I'd also call my order in next time. It took about 10 minutes, which isn't bad, but if you're on a lunch break and in a rush, calling ahead would be best. Other than that, I'd definitely come back again and try the other things on the menu!

Dada's Sisig is seriously delicious!…read more I've been going to Sw 8 Dada's since they were a food truck, and their sisig is pretty darn good. Their version is a take on fried pork, which is different from the traditional sisig cooked on a barbecue grill, but it's absolutely delicious in its own right. The crispy, flavorful pork makes this dish seriously satisfying. They also have beef pares, which I haven't tried yet, but it's definitely on my list. If you're craving flavorful sisig, Sw8 Dada's is worth checking out!

We were not supposed to get this but my husband saw it when we went to get malasadas so he just had…read moreto. The lechon was so good! Yes, it was a little saltier than needed but with the sauce they give and with rice, every bite is just heavenly.

On my way back home from the Ewa side this morning, I had to stop by Dick's Lechon truck to fulfill…read moremy pork craving. It was almost 11am and it looked like all the trucks were closed, but fortunately, Dick's was open. It looked like they were only one of two or three that were. I decided on the lechon with pancit plate this time, since the Fried rice I got the last time was fairly bland. It was a good choice, as the noodles were flavorful, with lots of veggies. Unfortunately, the lechon was super salty this time. It was moist and the skin was veto crispy, but I could only eat a little at a time, due to the saltiness. I'm hoping this was a "one off", and they didn't change their preparation or recipe. I'll have to make sure by stopping by again to grab another order soon.

For our dinner we were served with the following dishes: Snails simmered in coconut milk, green…read moremango slices, pinakbet, garlic butter prawns, Insalada with bagoong na isda, Lechon kawali, grilled Hito, Bulalo soup, pork barbecue on a stick, freshly fried Turon, Biko and Karioka. We were spoiled to the max! The owners and their family run the place and in true Filipino hospitality, they served us buffet/family style and entertained us with their stories from their humble beginnings to what they are today. The food was the best I've had in the Island. Hands down. Everything tasted nostalgic because the technique used in cooking each dish tasted like a handed down recipe from a grandma's kitchen from back home in the motherland. If you're ever in the island of Oahu please make your way to Waipahu and sample as much of their offerings as you can and I can guarantee you will not be disappointed! 10/10 recommended coming from a humble cook who rarely raves about Filipino food because I myself learned from my paternal grandmother.

Stumbled upon this place because had to go get a haircut for my nephew at the Waipahu plantation…read moremarketplace. 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.

My office at American Electric hosted a birthday lunch with Hawaiian food from Laverne's. Everyone…read moreenjoyed all the dishes. The smoke meat and squid luau were everyone's favorites. So ONO!

Check your portions before you leave. I bought lomi salmon and squid luau ala carte and the…read morecontainers weren't full. Very frustrating to choose a business and they do that.

Everything is SO good here!! I can tell their kimchee and salad is homemade and fresh. Everything…read morein this plate all meshed so well together. The service from the employees are very welcoming and sweet!! I 1000% highly recommend if you are looking for authentic Korean cuisine near Waikele. I'll sure be back!

Great tasting Korean plate lunch. They're fast and exceptionally friendly. It's very easy to…read morecustomize their menu choices. They are found in the Waikele parking lot on the back left side as you enter and head toward the outlet shops.

When you see that Red & White striped food truck, you know you've found Leonard's Malasada Mobile…read morewagon. Parked in the parking lot of the Waikele shopping center. You can literally see it on either side of the H-1 freeway going West Or East. These freshly made, warm, fluffy & crisp delicious Malasadas are perfect for any time of the day. Recommended to be eaten right away for best tasting deliciousness of these Malasadas. Service: Stopped by on a Saturday morning, there was no line, just one other customer ahead of me. The ladies working were pleasant, quick and efficient with my order. I ordered 2 with sugar and 2 without sugar. Tips; - Cashless so be sure to have a debit card or credit card on hand. -When visiting Oahu definitely a must stop. Ambience: - No outdoor seating area, order & go. - Outdoor & ample parking. - Enjoy your Malasadas at your car.

Classic spot for malasadas! A local dessert which is a Portuguese pastry. We couldn't decide so we…read moregot 2 of each! They have a filled or a non filled. Non filled are the donuts that are rolled in cinnamon, the classic sugar, or lihing. Filling is all of that but with a custard, haupia, or chocolate filling. I personally like the classic sugar with haupia filling! It is a very dense dessert and can fill you up! They've got locations in kaimuki, Hawaii Kai, aiea and this Waikele one. Check it out!