Cute little place in Oceanside, right past CVS, by Flying Pig. We never really walk out that far from the pier area (and it's not really THAT far), but decided to go out a bit just to check it out. Scanned the QR code on the big banner from the outside and checked out their menu. Saw lumpia and thought it was a Filipino spot). Saw they had a happy hour menu and decided to check it out before our movie. The vibe we really cute and played reggae music. It was a relaxing, chill atmosphere with lots of tvs. The server, Jaz was really nice, friendly and very hospitable. She spoke of their Guamanian food, heritage and community. They've been in the current spot for the last 7 or 8 months, so fairly new, but were down the street for many years before that. We ordered 2 different kinds of BBQ chicken wings. Two orders of the sweet chili glazed (Pine Doni) and one of the other which was like a honey bbq glazed style. All were supposed to have 6 wings, but the honey BBQ one had 5 (?). The sweet chili was our fave of the two. Their chicken empanadas were huge, and served 3 per dish, were delicious and crispy, with an aioli like sauce with a wonderful kick. The spam roll was a masubi-like and was good (husband said it was the best he's ever had). The side of mac salad had great flavor! Jaz brought us some red rice to try on the house and it was really good! It reminded me of Vietnamese chicken rice, with chicken broth infused into the rice, making it really tasty and savory. First time having Guamanian food and we're stoked we tried it! All in all, great food and awesome service! If you've never tried it before...put it on your list! You won't regret it! read more

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This place is kinda far from where we live, but we wanna try a better Chamorro restaurant; (the one close to us in Temecula, we have it a 1-star rating ). The place is, of course, decorated with an island vibe (just like the restaurants in Guam but a little bit fancier-as well as the price), coupled with an island music playlist. We ordered the Maga Lahi ($46.99) comes with salad, 4 small scoops of red rice,chicken kelaguen, empanada, 4pcs each of grilled pork ribs (so tender the meat falls off the bone) and boneless chicken with finadene; chicken kelaguen appetizer that comes with 2 scoops of red rice and emapanadas (3pcs an order). Overall we gave a 3.5 stars for the food because having tried the "real deal" in Guam, we haven't found anything like it here in the mainland US. Our server was very attentive even when it was pretty busy on a Sunday lunch and he was working by himself. read more

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I'm always so so happy to visit this restaurant! We were greeted & seated right away. I've always loved the Blue color of the walls and the island decorations throughout. We started off with the chicken kelaguen which had the perfect amount of flavor and tanginess with the red rice staple. I do wish I got more rice in the chicken to rice ratio, but it was good regardless. Shortly after we got our empanadas (the whole reason I wanted to go here). I had been craving them for weeks and it didn't disappoint. The filling was the delicious and the crust was perfectly crunchy. We then shared the Guam bomb which was a pretty decently sized plate. I appreciated how crunchy the fries were, especially since the amount of sauce on top could have easily made them soggy very quickly. I do wish there was a little more meat but it tasted yummy nonetheless. Our absolute favorite part of the meal was desert. The banana donuts! It came with 4 which was perfectly paired with strawberry ice cream. Overall, super duper happy with another visit to this amazing spot! Hopefully we'll catch them at PIFA San Diego this year read more

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Came here a couple weeks ago and the food was absolutely to die for! We got a bunch of different dishes to try, Poke nachos, Guam Bomb, Pork Belly, and Chamorro style fried chicken. Out of all of them, my favorites were the Poke nachos and Pork belly. All their dishes were bursting with flavor and delicious. The restaurant itself was super clean and there's plenty of seating inside, and a cute outside area in the back as well. read more

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UPDATE - NEW LOCATION Hafa Dai... - FOOD: good - PRICE: fair - SERVICE: island hospitality - AMBIANCE: updated and cute A review is overdue! Whoa.. after looking at my last review it's been over 13yrs ago and I didn't even live here yet and was in the area for vacation. Their new location is in the heart of downtown Oceanside and I find it very fitting for it! Very nice restaurant with outdoor front seating, inside seating, and outdoor back seating. Food menu looks the same to me. Good music jamming too. LOCALS DELUXE ($20.99) - One choice of meat and one lumpia paired with red rice and salad. Went for the pork ribs! Portion to price was fair.. portion may out weight the price for this plate. I received (3) pork rib, meaty one too (did I get hooked up, I felt like I got hooked up!). The red rice was good but average, the lumpia was just ok - def had better elsewhere, and the salad was a nice break from savory on top of savory. The restaurant is dog friendly (outside areas only). Sat in the back outside area - very cute space. Will say the further back tables are way too high for the chairs, my shoulders were near level to the table making it very uncomfortable to eat (I mean if you was Samoan or Tongan, than this would be ideal. I'm Filipino and this was not ideal). I switched over to the tables closer to the inside as those tables were leveled properly. Will def be back for my Chamorro fixes. ...SI Yu'os Maase read more

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I was out in the area and wanted to try some Chamorro food! We don't have much in Long Beach so we drove out here to Oceanside. Came across this place and it was actually pretty good. I gave the place a 5 star because the service was excellent, the place felt very homey and welcoming. The food was pretty content. I got the Guahan special, it came with one empanada, red rice, chicken kelaguen, & a choice of protein. I chose the pork bbq ribs. AND OMG... the pork bbq ribs were delicious and tender! You ever get that feeling that you're full but the food is so good you just have to keep eating? YES that was ME! LOL The red rice was decent, I've have better red rice but it was still pretty good. The empanada though, I'd have to give it a 5/10. Too much of the flour and not enough filling. Chicken kelaguen would be a 7.5/10, wish it was a little more tangy than salty. The daigo radish & cucumber was a 8.5/10, the flavor and everything was there, just wish it was slightly thin sliced! They were thick af! LOL we also got the Chamorro ribs special it was basically fried ribs & I'd rate that a 8.5/10. Overall check this place out if you want some good Chamorro food in Oceanside! read more

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TL;DR - Guamanian cuisine! Really good if you like barbecue type foods. Guahan special comes with spare pork ribs or chicken, an empanada, chicken kelaguen, rice, and salad. Also got the chamorro fried chicken which also comes with rice and salad. Both solid options and will be coming back. Never had Chamorro cuisine before! It's Guamanian food for those who've never had it before. I never thought I'd be able to try this cuisine to be honest. I was really intrigued when I saw it on Yelp and decided to give it a shot. Their food is really good here. If you like tender, fall off the bone, short ribs then this is your place to go! It seems like they barbecue most of their meats here which was a huge plus for me. We got the Guahan special which comes with spare pork ribs (or chicken), chicken kelaguen, empanada, rice, and a salad. The spare pork ribs were smoky, tender, and delicious. The chicken kelaguen is chopped barbecue chicken that's pulled apart and mixed with seasoning and spices. The empanada was a nice surprise and was surprisingly good lol. Also got the chamorro fried chicken. It comes with two scoops of rice and a salad too. No regrets with either choice. Next time we'll try other options! Highly recommend this place. Quick and professional service. Great ambiance for friends and family. read more

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Met up with friends for lunch here on a Monday and the restaurant was empty of customers. Very sad to see since we did have a good experience here. Great customer service from the young lady who was working that day. She was very friendly and would check on us often. She also helped us decide what to order since it was our first time there. The restaurant was out of a few items that we were hoping to order so her suggestions were appreciated. We all enjoyed what we had ordered. The chamorro fried chicken, the sweet and spicy, and Guam bomb were all good. We also ordered desserts. I forgot what they were called but they tasted like beignets and were served with strawberry ice cream. Yum! read more

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If you're looking to break away from the usual burger and pizza routine, this is the spot! The food is a fantastic change of pace--authentic, flavorful, and hits that 'island comfort' craving perfectly. The service was also great; the staff was super welcoming and made the whole experience feel like a meal with family. We ordered the Maga Lahi (Chiefs Plate), and it was an incredible spread. For $42.99, you get a massive variety including BBQ chicken, pork ribs, chicken kelaguen, and an empanada, all paired with their signature red rice and salad. Everything was incredibly delicious and the portions are generous. Definitely a hidden gem in Oceanside if you want something unique and delicious. I'll be back for more red rice and kelaguen soon! read more

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My server Alice was amazing! She was super friendly when I came in and genuinely seemed like she wanted to know about my day. There was a huge rush so I didn't have time to order and sit down. Alice and the kitchen staff were awesome. They understood my problem and got my food out fast. I would love to come in again and dine-in. UPDATE: I got to eat my poke nachos and they were DELICIOUS. Plus their location is great. They have indoor and outdoor seating. I enjoyed the little time I had outdoors. You can't beat the Oceanside vibes. I would definitely recommend. read more

Chamorro Fried Chicken ($13.99) - This was a simple, comforting, and satisfying lunch special! I enjoyed the marinade and crispiness of the chicken. It's something I'd want to meal prep at home! read more

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I didn't know they moved and this is such a better location for them! I love their food. It's been a long time! Service was good. She was very attentive. I like how they have the big Tetris balance game in the back. We came during happy hour. So I got a red wine for $2 bucks off and we also got the spicy bbq wings! 6 for $8 all the apps we order were half off. We got the spam roll and the ahi poke nachos. We got the LOCALS DELUXE with chicken, lumpia, macaroni salad, and rice. Everything was just as bomb as I remember it and the sauces are so good! We came at a good time because there were plenty of tables and the parking wasn't bad this day. read more

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This is the new location in Oceanside down the street from the Oceanside Transit Center. We had the best time at this location. I brought my dog and there were two separate outside seating locations for us. Lots of grass and great energy. There was amazing food and Mac salad. The perfect bbq spot. When there was complications with the grill, the chef Eric made sure that we were in the loop, and we walked around to wait for the backup grill to warm up. They were super understanding, and we had the best afternoon here. Lovely place to stay for a while with a pet, and we were enhanced with the red rice they served. We felt attended to by all servers, and our dog was offered water twice. Thank you Eric and Guahan Grill! read more

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It's been awhile since I've been here and once again this place was disappointing. The ribs were gross. Tasted like it was boiled then fried after. It was too soft and didn't have texture like REAL Chamorro ribs. The empanada shell was so thick and not thin and crispy. Red rice, Mac salad, and Kelaguan was decent. Personally I'm not going back and I rather just make it at home or go to San Diego. read more

Guahan Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Oceanside, California

I came across this new restaurant when I was in the area and what da ya know...I looove island food! My eclectic palate was curious to try it. When I walked in, I immediately was greeted. The staff were very pleasant and attentive since it was my first time...even helped me with the menu options to make my decision. Looking at the cultural decor, I felt the chill island vibe for sure. I enjoyed listening to the music while I wait for my food. The service was pretty quick. I saw my food coming and I was feasting my eyes on the Chamorro style fried chicken, yellow rice and mac salad. I couldn't wait to eat. Fast forward...it was sooo deeelicious....makes me wanna go to Guam. Let's go Yelp Community!! read more

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Stopped in for a weeknight dinner and it happened to be happy hour from 3-6 so that was awesome! We tried the poke nachos, wings & spam roll & they were all so good! I shared a plate called the locals deluxe and it was perfect for two with grilled chicken red rice & Mac salad everything was so tasty I could eat here weekly! read more

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Been missing some chamarro food for a while And I've been eyeing this spot since it's the closest to me. We were in the area for a tournament and I made sure we tried this spot. Their plates are pretty big at a decent price. Unfortunately I am comparing this spot to one of our favorites in Vegas and it lives up its own. The red rice is ok. It's definitely not better. Their meats are tender and flavorful... their empanada is good also! I love the sauce. Their Mac salad is pretty good too. I didn't care too much for the egg roll but my kids devoured it. It's a nice spot to try and get your fix. The service was good by the guys in the back but the girl serving us seemed lost when I asked questions... read more

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Legit Chamorro comfort food! The BBQ is delicious, the red rice hits the spot, and it honestly just feels like home. Their finadene is the real deal. I'm so sad they took the kadun pika off the menu, but the food is still amazing. read more

I saw a review on Tik Tok and went same day for lunch. Nice place nice waitress ordered the lumpia. They were fried perfectly but much too salty. Also ordered the coconut chicken with recommended fries and red rice. Chicken nuggets were beautifully fried inside moist but again wayyyy too salty also no detection of any coconut flavor at all. Fries were like the frozen ones out of a bag. I wanted to love this place but sadly I won't be going back. read more

I just recently heard the news that this establishment will be relocating to downtown Oceanside and I just had to give them a try again before they made the move. Guahan Grill is a unique restaurant that serves cuisine from the island of Guam. It is one of the more unique dining experiences in Oceanside and provides a menu that varies away from the typical pizza, tacos, and burgers. The last time I ate here was, shamefully, about three years ago. I remember having a good experience and figured it was about time to familiarize myself with their food before they relocate. Understandably, they want to relocate because their current location is not conducive to foot traffic, and is also not visible from the main road. So this move to downtown will be good for them. Upon entering, I was greeted by their friendly staff and totally immersed by the reggae music playing. Their interior is split into two dining sections, which allows for plenty of seating for big groups & families. I also appreciate the use of wood paneling throughout the design and with their tables to give that tropical bamboo vibe. I was able to sample their chamorrow style fried chicken plate with red rice & cucumber salad. In addition, I had a Guahan Special with short ribs and it's a great deal with a great portion size. The highlight of the night was their Guam Bomb fries with bbq chicken & it was humorous & delicious! I heard their lumpias were magical! The price ranges were from $15-25 for a dish and the size was good for it. Guahan Grill will be missed in the inland Oceanside area, but I hope they thrive in their new Downtown location on Mission Ave. read more

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WE LOVE IT HERE AND WILL BE BACK! Alicia and the whole cook crew was so inviting and just such good vibes and service. We came here to watch the Knicks game & World Cup and it was SO MUCH FUN! Not to mention the food was 11/10. Definitely stop by if you're looking for good vibes, great music, and service. Thank you Guahan Grill! Can't wait to come back! read more

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Delicious! First time drying Guamanian food and it was very good and in the heart of downtown Oside

I was on a foodie walk and saw Lumpia on the menu. Had to stop in. Very good price for four pieces. $10.99. They were crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Very good dipping sauce too. Staff was friendly and I think the owner or manager stopped by to see how it was. We like it! The shop is very simple but clean. Feb 7, 2026 read more

Guahan Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Oceanside, California

This is a MUST have every time I'm on my way home (San Bernardino) from San Diego. I went during a slow hour but the server was very attentive and my experience is always excellent nonetheless. The food is so flavorful, good size portions, and takes me back to my childhood! I grew up eating this food as my neighbors (who were from Guam) would always babysit me so I would join in on their yummy dinners. The red rice and fried pork ribs were always on the menu growing up, so this spot really hit home. I ordered the banana donuts to-go which were yummy. (mine were a little burnt but I had already left, still good though!) We need a location in the IE! I drive out to Oceanside just for this food. :) read more

Guahan Grill - Chamorro Style Fried Ribs, Sweet & Spicy Chicken, Red Rice, & Macaroni Salad. - Barbeque Near Me - Oceanside, California

We stopped in on a Wednesday afternoon during happy hour. We were not sure of the type of food they served, but so glad we gave them a try. We had the lumpia, empanadas, musubi, and banana donuts. Omg. So good! We just don't understand why it was so empty. Great happy hour pricing and very generous portions! read more

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We stopped in not knowing what kind of food it was. It was very good, delicious actually. I definitely will go back and try more dishes. I think it was like Island Fusion. There is plenty of seating, inside or out read more

The food here is fantastic! The Chamorro fried rice with chicken and egg is perfectly cooked and full of flavor, especially with the scallion soy on the side. The poke bowl with red rice is just as good--the fish is fresh and paired perfectly with seaweed salad. Great draft beer selection, TVs for games, and a laid-back vibe with a nice outdoor patio. Definitely a hidden gem--highly recommend! read more

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The service was good like as soon as I walked in they asked to go or for here and I walked in wanting just lumpia which was good according to my wife but I asked for something they would recommend and he said that he just got off lunch and he recommended me this dish and I without hesitation got it because I felt like it would be good and when I got to my car to eat it with my wife the ribs were soo soft and tender and the flavor was really so in depth. read more

Guahan Grill - Chamorro Style Fried Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Oceanside, California

wonderful friendly staff. AMAZING service. incredible food. beautiful patio. very family friendly but also areas to sit if you'd rather not be with kids. food was truly delicious. poke nachos.... YUM AND don't forget the banana donuts. HIGHLY RECOMMEND read more

We were warmly greeted by Destiny with such a beautiful smile, which made us feel welcome right away. We started our meal with the Guahan Special, which came with delicious pork spare ribs, red rice and macaroni salad. We also ordered the poke nachos and absolutely loved them -- now I can't wait to come back and try their happy hour specials! The location and overall setup of the restaurant were wonderful and created a great dining atmosphere. read more

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Went during happy hour! We had their poke nachos and spam musubi rolls. FIRE! Would definitely go back again and try other foods. It was not busy so it was easy to get seated. The server is very nice and professional. Love the patio. Could definitely eat here to celebrate. read more

Guahan Grill - Poke Nachos Spam musubi rolls - Barbeque Near Me - Oceanside, California

This has been the best food I've eaten on this trip and nothing comes close! I HAVE to eat here if I'm anywhere near SoCal. I got the Maga Lahi with macaroni salad (instead of green salad) it was creamy and slightly tangy and it pairs well together. The flavors are delicious and the meat was tender. There was so much food, it was 3 meals for me. The ribs were flavorful and falling off the bone, they're PERFECT! I doused everything in the finadene sauce. The server was friendly and our order was out within 10-15 mins. It's a casual place with decor from Guam. read more

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Food is delicious . I've never been here before and I'll be back and with family. All the workers here were very attentive and kind, great customer service. It's a sit down restaurant and they serve pretty big portions. Thanks for a good time. read more

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Love going to Guahan grill especially for their Guam bomb fries! The staff is super friendly and we've never had an issue finding seating when we go. Great food, mellow vibes, awesome spot for locals read more

People don't know about Guam food, but they should. It's amazing. -Red rice tastes like no other. Garlicky, Peppery, Oniony, Nutty - it's scrumptious. Serve barbecued meat (steak, chicken, ribs) on the side and it's a dish to die for. There is often a side salad with all their plates, and I appreciate their olive oil mix. -I also love the chicken kelaguen, which is cut up chicken marinated in lemon/lime and different spices (coconut, hot peppers). It's got tang and spice. -Make sure to try the empanadas - a crunchy savory delicacy. Ambiance has simple island vibes. It's in deep Oceanside, and definitely worth the drive. read more

Finally tried this spot. The food here was really good! The seating is self-served when you walk in. Very chill, nothing too fancy. Just a simple, clean spot to eat. So you can dress however you like. The waitress was sweet. She gave her recommendations and was very fond of the chicken empanadas. So my friend and I ordered two appetizers since it was half off for the day, lucky us, haha. We ordered the chicken empanadas and the fries with the spicy mayo on the side. I ordered the Guahan noodles with chicken. It was filling and delicious with generous portions. I ended up with left overs so that's always a plus . I definitely recommend and I'll be back. read more

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Honestly I really loved this place! We just tried their new location a couple weeks ago and it feels like the food tasted even better than before. Very friendly service, great food, big portions. We will definitely be coming back. My toddler also approved which is a huge plus. I will be recommending friends. read more

**Yelp Review Draft** We visited on a Monday night and were the only customers there, so service was attentive and friendly without any waits. However, the food arrived mostly cold, which was disappointing--the chicken and pork ribs were noticeably lukewarm and lacked flavor as a result. Only the empanada was warm. For the price, better Guamanian options exist elsewhere with hotter, tastier dishes. read more

China at Guahan Grill in Oceanside was great. She was super nice, really attentive, and made the whole experience feel easy and relaxed. Her customer service was on point from start to finish. Her recommendations were spot on. The lumpia was especially good, and I really appreciated that everything came out hot, especially the protein. I love when food is actually served hot and still tastes amazing, and not every place gets that right. She even offered me a to go Diet Coke, which was such a thoughtful touch. Honestly, my only regret is that I didn't tip her more. She absolutely deserved it. Also, great place for lunch. The outside area is pretty dope and inside was very clean. read more

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We ordered takeout from Guahan, but it definitely exceeded expectations. It was a pretty quiet night so our order was ready in 15 minutes. The new location has a lot more seating than the old one so that's a huge plus. All the food we ordered was delicious. We started with the chicken kelaguen. We got the BBQ chicken and sweet and spicy chicken for our mains. We then finished the meal off with fried bananas. Everything was delicious. Excited to try more of the menu! read more