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    Howzit Hawaiian BBQ

    4.7 (61 reviews)
    ModerateHawaiian
    Closed 12:00 pm - 7:30 PM

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    Nathan S.

    So it's the weekend and I wanted to get out of Omaha. So I did and I drove to Lincoln and it was beautiful. I stopped by Howzit Hawaiian bbq. The food was like omg. I ordered the Braddah Combo. Lots of food kal-bi chicken katsu bbq chicken and it was really good. Then I got the bomb musubis yummy. Then the garlic shrimp wow lots of flavor. Even tho it was 60+ miles why not check out and explore places. The service was amazing very attentive and repeated the order back to be. So welcoming and nice when I left.

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    Grace T.

    Shared parking lot available in a strip mall. Relatively busy parking lot. We walked in and ordered at the counter. Lady was super friendly. And waited whilst we deliberated on what we wanted. A no frills place - just a few tables available. High tables and low tables available. They do offer boba drinks but it appears that there are kone today. I picked a diet dr pepper. I ordered katsu curry - it was part of the new menu. I had ordered something different till I laid my eyes on it. It was like she could read my mine. I asked if I could change my order and she immediately asked katsu curry? My hubby ordered fire chicken. Omg everything was delicious. Fast and efficient. My katsu curry was delicious. Katsu- deep fried chicken was crispy, yet succulent. It wasn't dry at all. And the curry- comfort food. It came with two small balls of rice and macaroni salad Absolutely delish. Stole a bite of hubby's fire chicken! Ohhhh it was good- very succulent too. Wonderful job! We will definitely be back!! Also, portions are very generous. Enough for two meals.

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    Brett G.

    This place is a hidden gem in Nebraska. Our favorite Hawaiian place in the state...not just in Lincoln. They have a fantastic selection of dishes. From seafood to beef and chicken, you really can't go wrong. The katsu is hot, crispy, and delicious. The prices are what you would expect. The seating is not terrible, but not the most lounge friendly. We preferred taking our meal to go. The staff were super helpful explaining the menu and items. This is a must try.

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    Clara L.

    Howzit Hawaiian BBQ -I love going to Yelp to see what restaurants lack reviews/business. I would not say this place had great customer service at all, as the girl did not want to explain anything to me, and after I ordered, a man came in and said he had never been, and she just walked away. HOWEVER, the food was amazing...Not gonna lie one of the best foods I've had in Lincoln. It's not a place you would sit and eat, and the food was pretty fast. I give it 4/10 for the whole experience but 9/10 for the food. The place is nice but small.

    Krystle K.

    We ordered the dumplings, spam musubi explosion, loco moco, and mixed seafood plate. I will return and get the panko mahi-mahi and would like to try one of there drinks. The service was excellent. They were patient as we ordered and brought our food to the table. We later asked for water and that was brought on our table too. They thanked us as we left the restaurant. The ambience was nice. They have a wide variety of juices from Hawai'i and tea.

    Leah W.

    My rating has to do with service because the food was truly 10/10! I ordered the fire chicken and my husband got the BBQ chicken. We also got the gyoza appetizer. The gyoza was fried to a perfect crisp and the soy sauce mix that came with was delicious. The macaroni salad and the rice tasted super fresh we both couldn't stop eating it. The fire chicken wasn't too spicy but had a kick and the flavor was so delicious. The bbq chicken was also great. All the food just went together so well. There were a good number of folks in there waiting for their food at their tables when we arrived. The two groups in front of us got their food (as expected) and we continued to wait thinking we'd be called next but then they called out the numbers of at least 4 groups that arrived after us and some of them had multiple orders in their party. So I decided to go to counter and the lady was like 46 right? And tried to insinuate that she called our number but she definitely didn't and our food was on the counter getting cold while other guests seated at their tables had their food brought to them. That was a bit weird to me. I am glad the food was in styrofoam so it wasn't too cold. The temperature was honestly just right. We'll be back because this food was honestly delicious.

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    Cashea S.

    Let's just say this was absolutely amazing. After going to Hawaii earlier this year and eating Hawaiian food, I was excited to see this little Hawaiian place in Nebraska! The food was amazing and the service was even better. We ordered two meals and could have shared one because they were packed full of food. Sooooo good. Did I mention how good it all was? The macaroni salad was perfect. The rice was steamed and tasty. The meat though. The spare ribs fell off the bone. The spicy chicken was just the right spicy. The breaded fried one was not overly crunchy. Everything was right. I'd go back just for the food. They had a few seats inside, but looks like a place that most people order to go. Everything was just soooo good that I will tell everyone around.

    Garlic Shrimp
    Jamie P.

    The garlic shrimp and bbq chicken is sooo good here! Also can't forget the Mac salad, I always get two scoops of that and 1 of rice They also have boba now, it is on the sweeter side but good for a quick fix They give really good portions and service is always nice and quick The place is kinda small so not good for large groups but great for a quick bite or take out!

    Hawaiian sun canned drinks
    Kelly N.

    First time trying this place and 10/10 would recommend! I love how there is a huge selection of different drinks on the side fridge when you walk-in. I'm a visual person so it's nice to see all the different drinks they offer and you can choose which one you want. They also offer boba drinks as well. They get busy so get there fast before they sell out! We got surf and turf and braddah combos. Both were so delicious and definitely fixed our cravings. We also tried their gyoza too. Good portion sizes and they also had great service. Garlic shrimp, chicken katsu, and kalbi were soooo good. The Mac salad was great too. They also gave katsu sauce and I believe spicy mayo. Will definitely come again the next time we are in Lincoln. In my opinion this place is way better than the chain, Hawaiian Bros. We also came back a couple hours later to buy more combos to bring back home with us for dinner.

    Braddah combo
    Joanna B.

    Delicious Hawaiian bbq with generous portions! Variety of meat and seafood options served with rice and Mac salad. Highly recommend the musubi bombs! Great service and clean restaurant as well.

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    1 month ago

    Love this place!! Great food at the right price. If you're missing the taste of Hawaii stop by.

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    2 months ago

    So good!! The food is great. They are so nice. They are quick with to go orders. Highly recommend.

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    the only Hawaiian place yall should go period. must try is the garlic shrimp. the most friendly staffs ever.

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    I had the barbequed chicken and it was incredible. The person who took our order was very friendly and helpful.

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    8 months ago

    Great service. The crab Rangoon is awesome. Interesting drink selection. Food that is delicious and not found in other places.

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    Amazing Hawaiian food. Nice clean and organized restaurant! I'm from Waipahu, so it reminds me of home!

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