Delicious food and great service! We are never disappointed! I go for my birthday every year!read more

Oh how I miss the National City location! Right before my…read morevisit, I just left my dental office to get a temporary crown and by the time I finished there, it was lunch time! I prefer Homestyle Hawaiian over L&L. And since it's been years that the National City location has closed- I finally came to another location. Since I just had my temporary crown installed and half of my face was still numb from the local anesthesia- I was craving something filling, something homemade, and soft to chew. I've been craving a Loco Moco and just didn't wanna make one myself. It's a no frills dining area. Booth bench that stretches an entire wall and chairs. The fresh made beef patty, lightly seasoned was big and juicy. Simple gravy with sautéed mushrooms and onion slivers. Wish the onions were grilled a bit more, than served raw. Since this is a lunch plate meal- you'll get a scoop of white steamed rice & creamy Mac & cheese salad (with that lil tang of apple cider vinegar). I didn't realize the patty was sitting on top of more rice - thank gawd! LOL. And the egg yolk was nice and runny to slop up all the yum yums in. Washed it down with a lilikoi lemonade.

huli huli chicken with sweet potatoes is unreal…read more perfect right, delicious sweet potatoes come in thick slices cooked to perfection i get mine with pineapple salsa & it's delish

Cute place! First time trying any form of Hawaiian BBQ. Service was quick and staff was very nice!…read more Pork was delicious! I'm very picky with meat textures and there were very minimal fatty pieces. Was never afraid to take a bite. The meat was juicy and flavorful. There's no real saucy thing to it so a bit dry since i didn't add anything but not the meat at all just like the meal. Sweet potatoes were great. I wouldn't really rave over them but fs good. Just a grilled sweet potato with salt and pepper. Really good. Poke was good. Sister thinks it could have had more edamame beans but had a lot of the protein which was good! Beef meal was amazing!!! Cousin had this and she said it was melt in your mouth good. Pineapple mint vs hibiscus lemonade: Cousin like the hibiscus better definetly tart but really good.

So delicious!! I got the Jr Boy breakfast and the coconut French toast is great, eggs were fluffy,…read morePortuguese sausage had a nice caramelization. I didn't end up eating the scoop of rice, for me it felt like an afterthought on the plate. The nut latte was delicious as well. Order inside at the counter then take your food to go (saw lots of to go orders places) or snag a seat. They have outdoor bar seating and a few smaller tables, wouldn't rec coming with a big group. Staff was all incredibly friendly. Food came out hot and clearly freshly made.

I went on a day trip to San Diego and wanted to try something new I've never had before. Yelp led…read moreme to Leilani's Cafe. We arrived during breakfast time and ordered the BLT bagel and Hilo Loco Moco. The loco moco was really unique to me because the burger patty, gravy, and eggs were served over a spicy Portuguese sausage fried rice. The fried rice had a good, slightly sticky texture, which I liked. The gravy was tasty, and the over-easy egg made the dish creamy once the yolk mixed in. The patty was thick but personally, I would've preferred it thinner. Overall, it was delicious but very heavy. I was kind of over it halfway through. The BLT bagel was pretty tasty. I got it on an onion bagel, which was soft and chewy. I liked that every bite had bacon and it was even topped with two extra pieces. It also came with a scoop of mac salad, which was just okay. The cafe serves coffee, tea, and other drinks, but they don't have any sugar-free or low-sugar options, not even diet soda, so I just stuck with water. Customer service was just okay. I'm used to the super welcoming, family vibe at other Hawaiian spots I've been to, and I didn't really get that here. The staff came off a bit unfriendly.

When I want my poke fix, I come here. Once I had the poke here, I cannot have poke anywhere else!…read moreReminds me of Hawaii. I got the medium bowl with rice and two kinda of poke. I got the garlic salmon and the shoyu ahi. Sooo good! Just be warned, there is always a line! There is a poke line and a non-poke line. If you haven't been, you must come here!

This place is legit! I would recommend anyone who loves poke to stop by here while in SD. The…read morelocation of this restaurant was interesting. It was surrounded by office buildings. Honestly, great strategy cause I would come here all the time if I worked around here! The poke is so fresh and the price is very well reasonable for the amount of fish that you get. I got a medium bowl of poke on top of rice. I got spicy ahi and shoyu ahi. My fiancé got the firecracker salmon and wasabi ahi. Not so much of a salmon gal, but my fiancé loved it. The wasabi definitely had quite of a kick to it, but if you love wasabi, get this! My favorite was the shoyu ahi. Just classic and the onions that were in the mix was sweet and not super spicy. The fish that you get here is very much like what you would get in Hawaii. The texture was just amazing and flavors were on point. I would definitely recommend coming here early to avoid the lines. Though, the service is quick and efficient! One of the best poke places that you can hit up in SD hands down. Check it out!

WuzupWuzup! Super…read morefast service, friendly host/server, and plenty of seating for big parties. I will say it can be slightly warm inside when I dined in yesterday it was fairly warm. I got the Kalbi and Lava Chicken. It came with 1 scoop of rice and mac salad. I would say after placing the order within 5 mins it was already on our table. I am like whoa....that's crazy fast. Nobody was dining in at the time of eating, so another plus. Food was piping hot, fresh, and super delicious. Literally cleaned my entire plate. I would definitely come back here anytime I'm in the mood for some Hawaiian food.

My wife and I came here for Hawaiian food and left genuinely questioning how this place is even…read moreallowed to operate. Let's start with the basics: our server, Kennedy, was completely checked out. Zero urgency, zero professionalism, and an obvious "I don't care" attitude the entire time. But bad service ended up being the least of our concerns. The food was flat out unsafe. My garlic shrimp came out with the digestive tract still in it and yes, not cleaned at all. When I brought it up, Kennedy grabbed a manager who didn't even bother to introduce herself. Her response? This has "happened multiple times before" and ownership is aware and chooses to keep it that way. She actually said the cooks "don't have to clean the shrimp." Let that sink in. So this isn't a mistake, it's a standard. Then it got worse. My wife's chicken katsu was RAW in the center. Not undercooked but raw. Pink, unsafe, completely inedible. At that point, we were done. Serving raw chicken is not a small oversight, it's a serious health risk. Meanwhile, both the manager and Kennedy were more focused on watching Coachella than doing their jobs. Kennedy was openly yelling things like "Oh shit!" about performers while ignoring tables and with children around. Completely unprofessional and honestly embarrassing to watch. So to recap: * Uncleaned shrimp being knowingly served * Raw chicken making it to the table * Burnt beef * Staff that couldn't care less * Management admitting they're aware and doing nothing This isn't just bad service, this is negligence. Ownership should be ashamed, and this place seriously needs to be inspected by the health department before someone gets sick. Do not risk your money or your health eating here!

alejandro is the goat. the food here is the absolute best! joselin is the best worker she so sweet…read moreand funny! I would eat here breakfast lunch and dinner. Come here rn

Dalu Hawaiian BBQ was a great experience! We got 2 regular plates of teriyaki chicken (with extra…read morerice) and Korean chicken. Both plates came out quickly and fresh. Korean chicken was recommended on social media and well explained as a great choice by an employee. The teriyaki chicken was amazing from the first bite. It was cooked perfect and not too many fatty pieces which I appreciated. I also appreciated they had extra teriyaki sauce on the side that is stored warmed on the side. The spam masubi was a 10/10. Good portion of rice. I feel like we needed to add extra teriyaki sauce on it but totally our preference. The service was excellent, providing the best recommendations and wiping down tables for us. Everyone was very nice and helpful. My boyfriend and I already had our next future orders ready for our next visit! Definitely want to try the malasadas next.

I'm gonna be honest, I'm not usually a big ahi fan and so I tend to avoid going to poke places that…read moredon't have salmon as an option but this place has definitely changed my mindset. I came in on a Saturday afternoon and ordered the poke plate with half spicy ahi and shoyu ahi. The price was a bit steep at around $25 but when I tell you, I completely demolished it within 10 mins... I got it to go but it smelled so good that I had to eat it in my car still parked right in front LOL. The ahi doesn't have an irony taste like other ahi I've tried from some other places. I think I definitely prefer the shoyu flavor though! I'm definitely coming back and bringing my boyfriend to try the other plates they offer!

Solid four stars at a five and I give this rating because the flavors were on point and the Cooley…read morechicken and pork. We're all cooked very well. Spam musubi was just OK and felt like you could definitely make it at home versus the 4.50 you'd spend. Service OK nothing outstanding because it felt more like a café than a restaurant and it makes sense because there was no inside seating. They have outdoor seating which was nice. Love the decor and the story behind this place. I decided to come here for my birthday and it was a nice treat because I was looking for more Hawaiian spots in San Diego. The mac & cheese was great I wish as a side they added more furike seasoning on the rice. Again, these are just small changes but overall the food is great solid and everything tasted delicious.

Just a little bit of JJ's Island Grindz for dinner after the SD Padres opening day game. MUCH…read moreneeded adult beverages after that game!! Great island vibes & great service * Gyoza * Chamorro Combo * Gumataotao Roll ~ Adult Beverages ~ * Da Pain Killer * Hafa Dude #DiningWithTheAndersons #Guam #ChamorroFood #IslandVibes #YummyForYourTummy

Food was good!! That's the only thing…read more However, when ordering from the menu that we got on line, we anticipated a certain total but when we picked up the food, the price was different. To the tune of a $20 difference. We weren't advised of the difference when I ordered it on the phone - and we didn't realize it until we were at home going over the receipt. We could have ordered the food to be delivered instead of using gas to get the food and yet I'd be paying less for it. Ironic right? I sent an email immediately to the restaurant that night ( March 25th) inquiring about the price difference and to date have not heard from anyone at this location. Highly disappointed at this situation. Suggestion: Be careful on how you order.

I had the best experience ever at this restaurant! It was my first time in SD and I was craving…read morepoke. I was helped by the guy working at the front named Daryl and let me tell you, DARYL IS THE COOLEST PERSON EVER. He helped me choose what to order and on top of that helped me find a beach to go to afterwards to enjoy my food! Super chill guy, I WOULD TRUST DARYL WITH MY LIFE!! The food was amazing, the service is impeccable, and the restaurant vibes are awesome. I got to enjoy my delicious poke with a nice view of the sunset. 10/10 would recommend again.

Best poke in San Diego!…read more Service is amazing as always, I always come here for food. Today, I came right after Sun God festival at UC San Diego and arrived around 15 minutes before closing. Of course, since the service is super duper amazing, they got me what I wanted very quickly. Although the texture of every bite of poke varies, I don't really care because the service is good and the flavor is good too. Hawaiian Fresh Seafood in Mira Mesa and Liberty Station is DEFINITELY BETTER in terms of the quality and freshness of the fish, but Poke etc has better service IN MY OPINION (and "its opinions based") SO POKE ETC IT IS! Very sweet employees and delicious poke :DD thanks guys

Casual order-at-the-counter Japanese place that serves dishes like teriyaki chicken, sushi, ramen,…read moreyakisoba, etc. Their menu is massive, and the selection is quite friendly towards those who are new to Japanese food. The specials are a great deal as the portion is massive and enough to share between two people comfortably. If you dine in, most entrees also come with miso soup. The curry chicken katsu was nothing special; the curry was a little lacking in flavor, and I would've appreciated a salad of some sort to add variety and freshness. The macaroni salad is good though. The D2 special is great value and variety. It comes with miso soup, tempura, salad, macaroni salad, and teriyaki chicken on a bed of fried rice. The fried rice has a shockingly good wok flavor, and the teriyaki is quite good. Not a dish that will blow your mind, but definitely hits the spot without breaking the bank. They have some tables outside if you have a dog or prefer to sit there right by the parking lot; your food will still be brought out to you, just let them know when you order.

Very pleasant service and no line greeted me today at Katsu Cafe. I was happy to see that I could…read moreorder a dual beef + chicken teriyaki plate so I could try both, and subbed the rice for extra salad. The food arrived quickly and was a large portion for the price. Unfortunately, the salad was bland - while expected to an extent with Japanese salads, the dressing is supposed to deliver but instead it was meek and watery. I also didn't enjoy the pasta-infused potato salad flavor. As for the meats, the beef was tastier to me than the chicken. Both were cut in very large strips which was a bit hard to manage since no knife was provided. Chicken was fairly stringy, and the teriyaki sauce was mid.