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    4.1 (284 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Lobster Roll $21
    Wina G.

    Still great delicious food. Went for lunch and we had the salmon salad done different styles I had the salmon, watercress, tofu salad $17. It was a huge salad! Totally filled the take out box. Came with a large piece of moist flavorful salmon, grilled just right on top of tofu cubes and huge amount of greens. I had the shoyu based dressing on the side and also the ginger green onion sauce for the salmon. Filled me up. My friend had the soba with the salmon $19. She agreed the salmon was done perfectly. We also sampled the petite lobster roll $11 that was on Magic menu special. The lobster meat was pretty chunky. Solid lunch- the items on the Magic menu looked pretty good and reasonable in price. In a cold case were lemonades-mango, hibiscus and strawberry $6. Good place to grab lunch

    Neal I.

    I love lobster rolls and heard Feast had one of the best, if not the best, in town. I came here for lunch and can honestly say this one is the best! The taste of the lobster is what sets it apart from the others. It costs $30 but it's worth it given the amount of lobster you get. I've had cheaper ones but they were also smaller and not as tasty. There are other items on their menu so I'd like to come back to try them. The food must be good since a restaurant without parking wouldn't survive otherwise. There is however, parking in the neighborhood.. Atmosphere in and around Feast is very casual, relaxing, and enjoyable. Service here is also good!

    bento dinner $20
    Andrew T.

    I've been here twice now and the food has been great, but the overall experience is a bit odd. The ambiance gives the vibes of having moved in and set up business in a previous business' space with the previous business' decor, not really caring about the dining room, and kind of perhaps being burned out or having given up on the customer experience. Most of the decorative lighting fixtures have burned out bulbs. Windows are dirty. Recycling on full display. It's counter service plus some refrigerated cases where they offer a variety of drinks, desserts, and sauces to go. Make sure to bend over and look to the back of the shelves, because there may be things hidden back there that haven't been pulled to the front of the shelf, and you can't see them unless you bend down. Lobster rolls are $30 so I didn't spring for that, but I had a bento plate that was delicious, and included hamburger steak, orange chicken, chili, and rice. Overall I really enjoyed it, although some of the seasoning seemed slightly off, with the orange chicken tasting overly salty, while the hamburger steak seems under-seasoned. Chile was da bomb though !! Also there's a 4% surcharge for paying with a card, which I hate, but am slowly becoming resigned about.

    Nami P.

    My go-to spot for a lobster roll in town has to be Feast. The lobster roll is always fresh, buttery and full of flavor truly the best I've had here. The service is consistently fast, kind and welcoming, which makes the whole experience even better. What I love most is enjoying my meal while taking in the gorgeous mountain views of Mānoa Valley it feels like such a peaceful little escape. If you're craving something special, I can't recommend Feast enough. Supporting them feels good because they pour so much love into what they do :))

    Nice looking nicoise salad - salmon
    Kanani C.

    I'm not sure if it's because they may be busy with new year's orders or what, but I was disappointed with lunch today. Still gave 3 stars because of previous good experiences so I'm hoping this was just an odd day. Lobster roll $30 - where's the meat? If I shifted the meat to one side, it probably was only half the bread size, and small pieces too. Nicoise salad $20 - glad this one was decent. Good size salmon. Good cook on it. I think they should use their other dressing instead though. Jon lechon $19 - mostly fat. I know lechon is belly, but there should still be some meat. I liked the vinegar sauce. But wish there was meat that I could eat. Also wish the rice was softer. The extra chicharrones pieces were exciting to see, but sadly inedible (could not chew). Fish of the day $21 - I don't believe online said what the fish was. But the picture and description led me to think it would be similar to a Chinese style ginger-green onion fish filet. Instead it appears to be an ahi steak, well done.

    Interior. The large trash can kind of killed the ambiance for me.
    Jeanette E.

    First time here. Ample parking on the street anywhere surrounding the establishment if you don't mind walking. It was a nice walk and not too far which was good because it was raining a bit today. I ordered the shawarma with chicken. It was the first shawarma I've had that used chicken thighs instead of chicken breast. I guess it was supposed to be a build it yourself type thing because the pita bread was in a separate package. They were sliced in triangles so I wasn't sure how to go about eating this as a typical shawarma. I soon figured it out that the pita is for the hummus and you just eat everything separately. Or maybe I was doing it wrong.... Lol.... The food lacked flavor or probably the spices that typically go into making a shawarma were just not there. I'm guessing this is a more of a takeout establishment because they served us our orders in takeout containers, but we ate there. A family of four ordered right after us and they spent over $120 on lunch served to them also in plastic takeout containers.

    Hamburger steak
    Lorie G.

    Lunch for 3 in Manoa... Located across the street a little past Safeway, this restaurant is located on the corner. They do not have a parking lot, so we had to find street parking. Ordering process - you order with the cashier and they bring your food to the table. I had the soba noodles salad with salmon. It was fresh tasting with a good light flavor. My husband had the hamburger steak plate. The patty was homemade and was delicious. With Mac salad and rice - a good local plate lunch. The chef here is John Matsubara who was on Alex vs America. I remember watching that episode and he kicked the Iron chef's you know what lol. I did enjoy my lunch on a nice rainy day. It has a feel good, hipster atmosphere.

    LOBSTER ROLL lobster | umami mayo | lemon | buttered hawailan sweet bread | fries
    Reef A.

    As a lobster roll lover, this is among the better lobster rolls on the island. I like the lobster and the soft buttery bun. My gf loves the crispy fries. Not a cheap sandwich but worth splurging on.

    Lobster roll
    Paul L.

    Okay, so first things first, if you're planning to come to Feast for a great dine-in experience, you're not going to get that. There's no parking really, and just a few tables where you can sit and eat from your takeout containers. Not exactly the ambiance you might be looking for. Having said that the food is so much better than the ambiance would suggest. The lobster roll was rich and buttery, and the other specials all looked delicious too. Service is basically just counter service, but it wasn't too slow, and the food was hot and fresh. Would definitely be back.

    Magic Menu JFC - highly recommend! The fries are cooked to perfection, the breading is original, and gravy as the sauce - genius!
    Aaliyah H.

    Luxury Plate-Lunch - I forget where I read/heard that about Feast, but that is a short and simple way to really describe potentially what may be available and at what price. I first ate here during 2020 so it wasn't somewhere to sit and eat, and I still have not tried sitting here. I usually enjoy my meals on-the-go since the reason why I'm here is probably because work sent me to Manoa to work. But, I highly recommend calling in your order since they're fast, timing is great, and they can get pretty busy. As far as food, call me crazy but the $30 lobster is kind of worth it. Maybe it's because my husband and I split it so it was (technically) only $15 for the regular sized option, but man did we love it. What I didn't love was the magic menu sized option. The magic menu is a great way to bring in customers who are on budget or eat less, but still want some great food; most items on the menu are $10 and are just smaller versions of the regular menu. My favorite to get is the John Fried Chicken (JFC) and I love the fries and gravy that come with it. I also don't know what they bread the chicken with, but it's sure unique, even the gravy on the side too! I definitely recommend the regular size option if you're not interested in the magic menu. Why did I knock off a star? Sometimes I just can't get the price at some places. I also wish there were more items on the magic menu. Would I still eat here again? Of course! Would I recommend my friends and family to eat here? Yeah, pretty much. But most likely we'll all wince at the price juuuuuuust a little.

    Petite Lobster Roll
    Cassandra H.

    I ordered the mini hamburger steak and petite lobster roll off of the magic menu. The regular sized lobster roll is $30 which I didn't want to spend but still wanted to try since this is what they're known for. So I opted for the petite version which is literally two bites for $11. I was hoping so bad to hate it because of the price but it was delicious. I'm definitely going back for the full sized one next time I'm in the area. The mini hamburger steak was good but nothing special. My husband got a burger which came with fries for $12 which I thought was a good deal especially with prices these days. Overall, very tasty. But there is only street parking as far as I know which sucks. Especially because there were only a few people there and we had a hard time finding a spot so I can't imagine how it is when it gets busy.

    Honest Y.

    Loco Moco w/ extra rice was mayjuh !! Also they action lobster roll & the thin fries is on point Nice little vibe near manoa market. This place is a winner

    Salt meat & watercress. Super tasty. But so little watercress.
    Akemi O.

    Craving Lobster roll and fries. Feast never disappoints when I get that. LOtsa lobster, choke skinny fries. But then I got kula salad and salt meat & watercress for dinner and lunch. The salad had most the rib and light less healthy parts of the lettuce. And salt meat and watercress hardly had any watercress! Looked more like just a garnish. Both tasted good but fell short of expectation. Little disappointed.

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    Love this place. Casual dining. They have best lobster roll in town! Great fries too! A definite "do not miss "!

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    Lobster rolls are winnaz here but just tried the Jon Lechon. Unreal! So crispy skin, soft meat and awesome sauce.

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    Ask the Community - Feast

    Are there seats to dine in?

    Yes

    Do they have lobster rolls every day? I don't see it on the menu.

    I believe so...you can online order here: https://feast808.square.site… 

    Food sounds good but I bet it is a bit pricey. Where does one park?

    Street parking on the cross streets intersecting East Manoa is a good bet. Just had lunch there on Friday and there was ample parking less than a block away. While prices not at L & L Drive Inn level, you get quality chef-prepared cuisine. Totally… 

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    Helena's Hawaiian Food

    Helena's Hawaiian Food

    4.4
    (4.5k reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    Food outstanding Service efficient and personable…read moreespecially with the long lines at lunch. Ambiance appropriate for the venue.

    @fortunefoodfinds: "This deserves a ROUND of applause! Whether you're visiting or simply wanting…read morelocal grindz, HELENA'S HAWAIIAN FOOD is sure to make your trip and/or meal feel complete. Ordered our must-haves: Short Ribs Pipikaula Style, Fried Butterfish Collar, Luau Squid, Long Rice Chicken, Lomi Salmon, Lau Lau, Poi, Mac Salad, Rice, n' their complimentary Haupia, Onions, n' Salt. Food so Ono I highly recommend, this very well-known local Hawaiian eatery again n' again!" SERVICE: fast n' fully staffed INTERIOR: spacious with limited seating EXTERIOR: gets hot, have water n' benches available WAIT TIME: came on a Thursday afternoon n' surprisingly wasn't too busy. After joining the waitlist that you sign in through the provided iPad, I would say 30 mins before getting seated. PARKING: very small free lot in front, limited spaces OVERALL COMMENTS: haven't had Helena's in a while so I've been craving it. Each visit is satisfying n' the food is always so good. I can't remember the amount of pieces they used to give for a large order of Short Ribs Pipikaula Style, it seemed smaller this time, but either way you gotta order it along with the Fried Butterfish Collar. Their Luau Squid is so creamy n' delicious just like everything else, all Ono. You can't go wrong bc this is truly local Hawaiian food at its finest!

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    New larger inside dining area
    Menu B: Kalua Pig And Pipikaula Short Ribs
    Menu B: Kalua Pig And Pipikaula Short Ribs
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    Highway Inn Kaka'ako

    Highway Inn Kaka'ako

    4.1
    (2k reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    So much aloha in this place. The hostess was friendly and cleared a table as our friends waited for…read moreus to arrive. Our server was informative and helpful. The restaurant is quite busy during weekday lunch, but the tables cleared pretty quickly. Two of us shared the sampler ($33.99 for pork lau lau, compared to $31.99 for chicken lau lau), although our server said that some individuals order it for themselves. The sampler came with lomi lomi salmon, squid lu'au, chicken long rice, poi, lau lau (pork or chicken), sweet potato and poi. It was filling for the two of us. We thought we might add something else à la cart, but we didn't need anything more. So good. We were surprised by the sweetness of the coconut milk in the squid lu'au. Everything was yummy! We were happy to have had such tasty Hawaiian food. Yay! There's a smaller paid parking lot in front of the restaurant. It was full, so we went to the parking structure behind. The restaurant validated for 90 minutes. Remember to scan the QR code in the parking lot after you park and to ask the hostess at the restaurant to validate online before you leave the restaurant.

    Whenever I am back on the island, I try to visit the Kaka'ako or Waipahu location. Came here on a…read moreFriday night and got a table for four relatively quickly. The service was quick and it wasn't too busy for a Friday night. Got the highway inn combo plate with squid luau (not as much squid as usual), plantation mixed plates, chicken long rice, and kalua pig. 10/10 food. They also have the QR code to validate parking.

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    KALUA PIG NACHOS,FRIED RICE & SOUR CREAM
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    Rainbow Drive-In

    Rainbow Drive-In

    3.8
    (6.1k reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    62 years in business

    Son wanted to go here. He saw it on TikTok. I got the. BBq pork meal. The pork was great. A…read moregazillion pounds of rice. I only at about 1/4 of it. The macaroni salad was macaroni with what seemed like just mayo. (Not my jam). He had the loco moco. He loved it. Again a billion pounds of rice. Kid had a hot dog. Didn't finish it. Quality was really low. Maybe we are used to dodger dog snap style flavorful ones. Anyway was a nice little meal and took a walk at the park a couple blocks away to walk off the massive amounts of rice.

    My family, across multiple generations, has been going here for decades, close to back when they…read morefirst opened. We have homes in the neighborhood. And we just can't go here anymore unless changes are made! We used to prefer them over Zippy's, but now they are less than 7-Eleven quality, while charging higher-end prices for the neighborhood. We have given them many chances, hoping it was just a fluke, but we have repeatedly been disappointed. Their chicken has become chewy and fatty, their rice is mediocre, and condiments such as mayonnaise are stripped down to the bare minimum quantity. Chile is poured so lightly that it is practically a minuscule amount. And their prices have continued to rise. I don't know if greedy people took over the restaurant who just don't care anymore, or what is going on. I remember when I used to take people here, and they would be impressed with the quality and quantity--plates just heaping with good cuts of meat, noodles, and rice. Those days are no more. As they say in Japan, the price performance is poor. Furthermore, their staff is rude. I can only imagine it was an owner working this day because it was a face I haven't seen that often. An older gentleman who appeared to be of Okinawan descent, working the cashier register, accosted us because I was privately discussing with my family about splitting different items with them. We were all ordering something, so he wasn't losing any money, but he told us about how prices are double in Waikīkī. First of all, it is rude to interrupt your customers that way. Secondly, we don't go to Waikīkī or care about Waikīkī. What happened to serving the locals? Third, Waikīkī has an assortment of restaurants, prices, and qualities, and they shouldn't be how you base your services. Lastly, I guarantee I could find a better deal in Waikīkī if I wanted to. Next time you're in the area, just go get a $6 bento or a $5 burrito from 7-Eleven next door. I assure you, the price performance and experience will be better. If Rainbow Drive-In is in the business of comparing themselves to other things, let's compare them to 7-Eleven and at least try to be better than them, right? I can get mochiko chicken from 7-Eleven for $6.99 that is similar in portion size and better quality. Meanwhile, they are serving their fatty, dry chicken for $16.75. Highway robbery! And they are not fancy, with their dirty picnic tables and plastic cutlery. They are just a step above a food truck, if that. Save yourself from the hype. They have gone downhill like a landslide. Go elsewhere.

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    Rainbows mixed plate
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    Loco Moco Plate
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    Turns out I was wearing my GRAVY ALL OVER shirt so I had to get a pic with my loco moco!
    Side Street Inn

    Side Street Inn

    4.1
    (2.5k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    OMG! This was a dining experience! So, the restaurant was closing so my friend said we should eat…read morethere! I didn't know that the servings were group sized!! I found so many things that looked great on the menu, to include fried gizzards, boneless Kal Bi ribs, fully loaded fried rice, Mac salad and other stuff I can't recall! So the TWO of us ordered way too much! We tried to eat as much as we could and ended up taking the rest home! Everything we ordered was delicious, so we knew we were going to eat good leftovers! The restaurant was a great place to go with a group to eat and watch sports! Our Waitress (I have to remember to get names) was a track star, she was running to and from several tables of groups to deliver food! I will go again if they reopen!

    If you're visiting Hawaii with a big group, 100% recommend taking them here…read more We initially were a party of 16, and showed up without a reservation at 6pm on a Saturday. The staff was super nice about it and was able to accommodate us, with only a small request that we be out by 8pm since there was another big party with a reservation coming in. Absolutely reasonable. They sat us right away at three large tables, which gave us plenty of space for food and didn't force us to sit super close together. Menus, waters, plates, napkins, and forks were all brought out immediately, and our waiter was quick to take our order. We started with the prix fixe menu for 8-10 guests and were going to add other items à la carte, but a handful of our group accidentally went to the other Side Street location (make sure your group is all on the same page), so what we ordered ended up being more than enough. We left stuffed and with 5 boxes of food still. Edamame was nice and steamy, and large enough to easily pop the beans out with your mouth. Wish there was a bit more salt though. The farmer's salad had everything going on from citrusy to salty to crispy. Avocado had a little bit of oxidation but the capers, dressing and potato curls provided plenty of reasons to overlook it. The fried rice came in a hefty portion, with sizable pieces of bacon and sausage. The chicken I didn't realize was boneless based on the shape of the deep fry, but it was nice to freely bite into it without worrying about hitting anything with my teeth. Probably a bit too much on fried bits but still good. Pork chops had a better meat to crisp ratio in my opinion, as well as juiciness. They even came with ketchup on the side, which I love as a pairing but don't see much of at restaurants. My favorite meat item was definitely the sizzling boneless kalbi. The presentation on the sizzling plate with a side of kimchi was spectacular, and the meat was full of flavor. We also ordered yakisoba, which wasn't part of the prix fixe. Tasted good but nothing past standard expectations. We let the waiter know we had a 30th birthday at the table, and they brought a couple scoops of vanilla ice cream with a candle, and did a decent job getting the whole room to participate in the singing. It could also be the type of crowd this place attracts, since it seemed that everyone was so friendly and approachable. Thanks to the quick and consistent service, we were out in a little over an hour with no complaints.

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    Our Chef Colin's Classics Menu feeds 3-4 guests for $105.00!
    Our Chef Colin's Classics Menu feeds 3-4 guests for $105.00!
    Oodles of Noodles! Try our Yakisoba! You can also add Kim Chee for extra flavor.
    Oodles of Noodles! Try our Yakisoba! You can also add Kim Chee for extra flavor.
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    Waiahole Poi Factory

    Waiahole Poi Factory

    4.5
    (1.6k reviews)
    12.1 mi
    $$

    A legit 5 star hole in the wall along the highway. Absolutely worth the stop…read more The food is authentic and flavorful. Try the beef lau lau. I was so pleasantly surprised by it. Although everything was so good. Service was insanely fast and super friendly. Lots of outdoor tables with umbrellas, the place was pretty busy but we were able to get seating and we got our food in seconds.

    I can't even count how many times we've driven by this place en route to the North Shore. Finally…read moredecided to stop by for lunch. While they do have a parking, I suggest just parking on the street and walking up to the place. Signs clearly direct you to which window you can order food from and another for food pickup/dessert only ordering. We opted for combo plate (kalua pork and chicken long rice) w/ a side of poi. Both the kalua pork and chicken long rice were tasty but wished we had ordered rice instead so that i could mop up the delicious fat from the kalua pork! Loved the haupia pudding but wished they would give you a bit more. For dessert we ordered the tahitian sweet lady which was delicious! Wasn't a fan of the salmon lomi as it was pretty fishy for me. As we waited for our food, we noticed a dessert chilling on the ledge and joked with my wife that it was likely ours. Sure enough after 10 mins, the ice cream guy asked the cashier whose it was and at that time was our number called. Sadly, the ice cream had already started to melt. Wished they wouldn't have prepared the dessert until after our food was ready. Would definitely head back for their plate lunches and to try the sweet lady of waiahole dessert.

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    Waiahole Poi Factory
    Amazing food. Ho'io salad is a must. Fresh poi is tops. You can't go wrong at Waiahole Poi Factory.
    Amazing food. Ho'io salad is a must. Fresh poi is tops. You can't go wrong at Waiahole Poi Factory.
    The Ohana at Waiahole Poi Factory with members of One Groove.

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    The Ohana at Waiahole Poi Factory with members of One Groove.
    Da Ono Hawaiian Foods

    Da Ono Hawaiian Foods

    3.9
    (297 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    3.5 stars We wanted…read moreto try authentic Hawaiian food and came across this spot. The owner was very friendly and took the time to recommend dishes for us, including the laulau and lechon kawali. We also ordered the BBQ short ribs. Overall, it was a good experience trying Hawaiian food, but it's just not really our type of cuisine. The laulau was quite dry, and the preparation felt more like meat that had been boiled or cooked in liquid, which isn't something I usually enjoy. The lechon kawali had a crispy pork belly texture, topped with something similar to a salsa, but it didn't suit our taste either. Unfortunately, the cabbage served with it also had some black spots, which was off-putting. The BBQ short ribs were the highlight of the meal and the dish we enjoyed the most. We appreciate the experience and the hospitality, but the flavors just didn't quite match our personal preferences.

    Good local Hawaiian food restaurant. Street parking only. Small restaurant I believe it was Ono…read moreHawaii on Kapahulu before. Now it is named the Da Ono Hawaiian Foods. Either the owner or the manager seemed like a one man show. He was the server, bus boy, and chef. Husband got the pipikalua short ribs/he enjoyed. Sisters got the pork lau lau which came with sweet potato, rice or poi, lomi lomi salmon (more onion and tomato than salmon). i got the chicken lau lau, again stuffed with chicken, not enough taro leaves. Only six tables in the entire restaurant. The gentleman that was serving us I believe was also the bus boy, cook, server and cashier! Place is a hole in the wall with missing ceiling tiles and exposed panels above our table (gross!!). Sis loves this dive so we keep coming back!

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    Short Ribs Plate
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