Came here to grab drinks only and catch up with an old friend, and it was such a fun place! This tiki bar was very ambient, with dim lights and decor all around. The location is great inside a plaza with Paris Baguette next door and a ton of parking. The drinks were strong but incredibly delicious! We ordered the coco loco which came in a real coconut and was even able to scrape the inside and eat some of the coconut meat. I ordered the ube pina colada that tasted very refreshing. Drinks were $18 each, not bad at all!! Service was great. Our waitress was very kind and friendly and gave us recommendations. I would love to come back and try their food next time as well. With how good their drinks are I can't imagine how good their food must be. Can't wait to come back here! read more

Hula Hoops - Ube pina colada and coco loco - Hawaiian Near Me - South San Francisco, California

Brunch date with the hubs. It was busy when we arrived. We didn't have reservations so the only table available were the seats at the bar. Started with the ube latte - the coffee was served on the side. Ube flavor was subtle - would've liked it to be a bit stronger. Hubs wanted to try the sisig tater tots. These were actually quite good - the tots were hot and good with the nacho cheese (?) and sisig toppings. Thought we ordered the ube bibingka cornbread, but the plain one was brought out - no complaints, still good. We also shared the chicken and ube waffle, which was just ok. read more

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Revisited on a Wednesday around 5pm with a friend. Restaurant was not busy, was able to walk in and quickly grab a table. Came in time for happy hour which is Monday-Friday 3pm -5:30pm. Drinks: Mai Tai - solid, a little boozy, balanced sweetness and acidity with a nice kick of rum, full size pours for the happy hour cocktail which was amazing, definitely worth a try if you like mai tai's Ube Pina Colada - delicious, sweet, creamy with a pineapple and coconut being prominent, ube flavor was subtle, a little bit of rum flavor in the back ground but a pretty sweet and indulgent cocktail Food: Lumpia - great, came with 6 pieces, served piping hot, great crispy fried crunchy lumpia wrapper filled with ground pork and veggies, served with a tangy sweet and spicy vinegar sauce Spicy Spam Rice Bites - good came with 4 pieces, a half slice of spam breaded in panko and fried crisp. Topped with a piece of nori and some steamed rice sprinkled with scallion and furikake which helped to cut some of the saltiness. Ate a touch dry think a drizzle of a tonkatsu sauce or teriyaki would have been great Service was good, water carafe was dropped off right when we were seated, plate and utensils provided after we ordered food. Drinks were served shortly after we ordered and food took about 5-10 minutes once we ordered. Staff checked in after we finished our initial bites and we were able to add in additional snacks before end of happy hour which was great. Overall really enjoyed happy hour at Hula Hoop, great menu of drink and food specials that were really a great deal definitely will be returning. read more

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Review is for happy hour A comment on service - you have to ask for tap water, otherwise you'll end up paying for a bottle of still. We also tried to put in a final HH order but servers were super busy. They ended up saying they'd come back around and give us the HH pricing. Of course when the bill came, they didn't give us the HH pricing, but when I noted it they fixed it which I was grateful for. Drinks are great, Mai tai is strong and sweet, ube piña colada was creamy coconut and very good. Food highlights: Bibingka cornbread had amazing texture. Crisp but soft and fluffy, and great sweet and savory flavor - I really enjoyed it. Cheesy tots were also delightful, tots were so crisp. Truffle fries were not what I expected based on the menu description - they were regular fries (not shoestring), and the truffle flavor was hard to find. But they were tasty! Ube desserts are fun, the cheesecake was our favorite by far - it really had ube flavor. Tiramisu was a let down - it was just hard lady fingers with purple cream tossed on top. read more

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Hula Hoops caught my attention years ago with their Hawaiian- and Asian-fusion-inspired fare. Having moved to the Bay Area from Hawai'i, where I was pampered with this cuisine. I made reservations for Father's Day since my Dad was interested in checking it out as well. Right when I stepped in, I felt like I was in a touristy part of the island with the decor. Lots of tiki and beach items. The space itself isn't too big, so there are some high tops, tables, and an outdoor seating area--but tables are kinda close together. There's a lot of local music playing, which I loved. The staff who served or helped us were nice and friendly. Our food did take a while to come out at times, but we weren't in a rush.0 From the starters, savory entrees, sweet dishes, and veggie options, it was hard to choose among them. We ended up sharing the Spam Fries, which were very flavorful, salty, and crispy. It was good, and I'd recommend it if you like spam! I had the Silog Breakfast with Sisig, and my Dad had the Impossible Loco Moco. I found my dish to be just fine; it didn't blow me away. It was tangy, but I wish there were more flavor. My Dad said his dish was decent. I'd probably order something else if I were to come back. If you're looking for something distinct . Find the restaurant in Westborough Square with parking in the free lot. My little taste of the 808 here makes my Dad and I miss it even more--mahalo Hula Hoops! read more

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This place was too cute. Derrick the server was so kind, his energy was great and he took very well care of us. He really added to the experience. The decorations inside were very nice. The only downside would be that the place can get crowded and there is not a lot of room but we had no issues. The French toast was so good. It was nice and moist, portions were perfect where it filled me up. It was also plated so well! Chicken was tender and full of flavor. I'll be back! read more

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I've been here for brunch and dinner and I can confidently say that this place brings the vibes. It has great ambience really cool decor and the staff is also really attentive and friendly most recently. I went for brunch and I ordered the combo silog which is Filipino style. I think the longaniza and bbq pork were good but I'd pass on the Sisig it's a little dry. This place has really unique and fun drinks and cocktails for sharing or individuals too. My boyfriend ordered the chicken loco Moko and the chicken was so juicy and crispy so that is a great brunch option too. read more

Hula Hoops - Hawaiian Near Me - South San Francisco, California

I want to like this place... I think the decor is brilliant and the staff is friendly, I just can't get around the food. The portions were good, but everything was just OK. Nothing stood out, nothing was exemplary or scrumptious. Hula Hoops is tucked away in the Westborough Square shopping center in South San Francisco. Parking was not an issue, with plenty of spaces available. The venue itself is not the biggest, however they use their space well. The decor is Polynesian Island theme along with anime and Marvel characters. Very eccentric, I liked it and thought it was unique. The big let down for me was the food... ENTRÉES: ~ Loco Moco Combo (Mochiko Fried Chicken & Kalua Pork) - 2.75/5 It was OK. Good size portion. The Mochiko Fried Chicken was a disappointing and the Kalua Pork was OK. I thought both lacked flavor. Mac salad was also just OK. The bigger issue was the eggs. We asked for over easy, instead we got over cooked eggs. I'm not one to send stuff back to the kitchen or make a fuss. It was just not what we requested. FROM THE SEA: ~ Grilled Squid - 3/5 Meh... We didn't enjoy the texture. The edges were fine, but the body of Squid was rubbery. This could have been much better Dessert: ~ UBE FLAN - 3/5 Presentation is brilliant. That was about it, the taste didn't match the visual presentation. Somehow it was bland. ~ UBE BARS - 3/5 This was just OK. It was more like a dessert bar with a hint of Ube. We also had an issue with their gift cards as well, they were unable to sort it out. We're still waiting to hear back from them. Not sure if Hula Hoops had an off day or we just didn't get the right things. Probably my first and last time here... I do wish them well tho. read more

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Tropical vibes, incredible fusion, big food coma potential. If Filipino and Hawaiian cuisine had a love child, Hula Hoops would be its vibrant, carb-loaded masterpiece. The restaurant itself feels like an intimate tiki escape, complete with thatched-roof accents, woven bamboo walls, hanging glass fishing floats, and warm string lights draped through leafy greenery. It sets a fun, festive mood the second you walk in. Brunch Highlights * Ube Chicken Waffle: Chewy purple waffles paired with crispy Mochiko fried chicken, a sunny-side egg, ube sauce, and gravy. * Silog Breakfast: Hearty garlic rice plate with eggs and atchara; the longanissa and sisig combination is top-tier. * Bibingka Cornbread: Warm cornbread served on a banana leaf--a must-order sweet-and-savory starter. Dinner Hits * Grilled Pork BBQ: Smoky, marinated grilled pork skewers paired with white rice and sautéed Chinese broccoli. * Mike's BBQ Chicken: Charred, flavorful chicken served with java rice, macaroni salad, and pickled atchara. * Loco Moco: Classic comfort plate featuring rich brown gravy, white rice, a sunny egg, and your choice of protein like Kalua pork. Pro-Tip: Make sure to snap a picture in the wicker peacock chair setup near the stage, and save room for a side of Lilikoi Pancakes as "table dessert"! read more

Hula Hoops - Grilled Pork BBQ - Hawaiian Near Me - South San Francisco, California

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A super cute place with nice vibe and decor. Plenty of parking. The service is friendly but not always the fastest. The portions are decent, filling and makes the dishes very shareable! The food itself was pretty good. It was cooked well and good flavors. We got one of their mocktails and it was amazing! The drinks here are not too be skipped! read more

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I've been a repeat customer. My go to is the Ube piña colada slush and the spam fries. I love that I can also bring my dog and he can also get a bowl of food. I love the Colombian bartender, think her name is Lila. I wish they were open later on Friday nights. read more

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Drinks are great, Mai tai is strong and sweet, ube piña colada was creamy coconut are very good and Prices were reasonable. Super friendly, makes you feel very welcome and ambiance here was amazing. This is a great place to go for good drinks. We will definitely be back. read more

Hula Hoops - Hawaiian Near Me - South San Francisco, California

I really like this Hawaiian/ Filipino spot in Daly City. I know it's known for their brunch but I went there for dinner and it hit the spot!!! My favorite was the sisig tots and the spam fries, the flavors were so good and flavorful. The server was a little slow but they were so friendly and nice which made the experience better! read more

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This place has a nice island vibe where you can eat indoors or outdoors. We were doubting if we were going to be seated anytime soon since it was Father's Day, but we ended up being seated right away in the tiki room. Also, our server was great, kept on checking on us, giving us suggestions, and entertaining us with some magic tricks. From our server's recommendations, we ended up getting the Lapu Lapu, Mochiko Chicken Loco Moco, Kamehameha BBQ Chicken, Sisig Fried Rice, and Poke Nachos, Ubemisu, and Ube Bars. The Lapu Lapu is a sweet and refreshing drink, definitely something you will like if you want something sweet instead of strong. The Mochiko Chicken Loco Moco was really good. You get the taste of Beef Loco Moco in chicken form. The Chicken also added more of a crunchy texture from the crispy skin while having very moist meat. The Kamehameha BBQ Chicken was also tasty, with the moist meat. The Sisig Fried Rice was really good, being moist and had plenty of Sisig. The Poke Nachos had a decent amount of Poke and Avacado, and had a nice crunch with the Wanton Chips. The Ubemisu was a crowd favorite. I thought it was not going to taste like Ube because of the light color of the Cream, but I was glad to be wrong. It was very moist and thankfully had good Ube flavor. The Ube Bars were not bad. Also, could taste the Ube, but was more dense and just found the Ubemisu better. Overall, great food and service. Definitely would come back here again to try more delicious treats. read more

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Reserved on open table for 3:30 pm but since it was traffic, I can't modify my reservation online but it prompted me to call. I was able to get hold of someone & took note of it then hang up without asking for my name. Anyhow, we made it after 15 mins, we got seated bec the place is almost empty. Food is good, a great fusion of filipino & polynesian. Place is small, bet it'll be crowded if full. Service is quick & servings is just enough. read more

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Six of us came to dinner at 6pm on a Saturday night. We didn't know they would have live music. It was hard to talk over the live entertainment. We ordered family style and shared all the dishes. I had a pineapple martini. It was tart just the way I like it. We shared spam fries, sisig fried rice, whole squid, a large short rib with kimchee fried rice, chicken kaarage loco moco, island wings and brussel sprouts. Everything was a little small and pricey. Only about 8 pieces of spam fries in the container. The large squid was actually really good. We also enjoyed the short rib to a tune of $40. Make sure you pay in cash. If you use a credit card they add on 3% service read more

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went for Mother's Day and any of the pork dishes would be great if you're not sure what to order. It's so flavorful and definitely stood out from the other protein options. Also loved the drink menu. So many fun options! read more

Went to Hula Hoops in South San Francisco for happy hour with a friend and it was a solid time. We got the Ube Martini and a Mai Tai, both really good and easy to sip on while snacking. For food we kind of went all in on happy hour items: Shanghai lumpia, cheesy tots, truffle fries, kalua pork sliders, and spam musubi. Everything was actually really good and for happy hour pricing it felt like a great deal. Shoutout to our server Maddy who was super sweet and really on it the whole time. Made the experience way better. Only thing that felt a little off was the vibe. I expected more Hawaiian music, but it was mostly EDM and R&B. Also the doors were open so it got pretty cold inside after a while. Overall though, I'd still come back. Good drinks, good food, and good service for a casual happy hour in the Bay. read more

Hula Hoops - Lumpia Shanghai - Hawaiian Near Me - South San Francisco, California

For appetizers, we liked the lumpia Shanghai more than the spam musubi. I think the sauce for the poke bowl is based off the one for lumpiang sariwa, but you have the umami aftertaste of soy sauce without the strength of garlic. Loco moco has good gravy. The accompanying mochiko fried chicken reminded us of Jollibee. Seafood pan roast had good scallops and green onion garnish kept the sauce from feeling too heavy. read more

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Super yummmmmy! Felt like we were back in Hawaii. We got 5 appetizers to share for dinner. They were all so good and fresh. It's a smaller restaurant but we went in a Friday at 7 and didn't have to wait at all they sat us right away. Had a girl singing live inside the restaurant which was nice for a Friday night. Servers were all friendly and helpful. My only 2 complaints would be our mai tais came half way though dinner, and we kind of didn't want them anymore. And 2, the singing was so beautiful but it was a bit loud for such a small restaurant, we were kind of yelling over the table to talk. We will definitely be back to try more of their stuff!!! read more

Hula Hoops - Hawaiian Near Me - South San Francisco, California

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Great happy hour offerings from 3-530pm week days. Plates are $6-8 average saving a few dollars each plus drink options! 5/5 Lumpia Shanghai were crispy and slightly sweet sour sauce. Really enjoyed I could inhale more 5/5 Bibingka Cornbread is a nice coconut flavor and not too sweet. Soft and delicious 4/5 Kalua Pork Sliders are like a BBQ pulled pork though sweeter flavor profile. Enjoyed the super soft Hawaiian roll 4/5 Spam Musubi was very filling and nice portion. Challenging to bite the seaweed wrapping which was a bit rubbery vs flakey 4/5 Ube Pina Colada was cute presentation and solid flavor and alcohol ratio. There were some hard bits of some ube blocks(?) not fully blended at bottom. Overall a great drink deal since the full price menu is much more Staff was friendly but not a ton of facetime. Note a 3% surcharge using credit card vs paying cash read more

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A party of 3 with reservations celebrating a friends birthday. They provided us a table in the back in their unique tiki room which was nicely decorated, quaint and semi private. The service was prompt and attentive. We ordered the poke nachos for appetizer, POG mimosa bucket to share and the coconut drink. We each ordered a dish-I had the silog sisig n pork bbq-I had left overs to take home. read more

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Island vibes here are immaculate. Don't really need to explain Hawaiian food. Loco moco was on point. Our server teased us, but it was warranted. She convinced me to order the peach soda. We came here after a 15k run and it was perfect. read more

Second time frequenting Hula Hoops and the experience was really fun, delicious and full of great vibes :) Hawaiin Filipino Brunch goodness with a twist on the fun tiki bar vibes you'd get! Our server this time around was very full of energy (wish we got her name haha) but we swear the tips she gave us for each dish..... she aced the exam basically! Bring a group for a great time with delicious filling bites! Onto the foodie review: Spam fries: GO HERE FOR THIS!! The aiolis all mixed together with salty crunchy good bites Chicken adobo / Longanisa / tocino silog combo! A classic breakfast staple with delicious garlic rice, a beautiful runny egg paired with a palette cleansing vinegar sauce! Honestly got this for my self but easily shareable with a table of 3!! Tuna Poke Nachos: Simple, beautifully plated like it's Michelin with a light sweet soy akin sauce. A great starter to the brunch!! Scorpion bowl: Their spin on a gigantic flaming fish bowl! Wow this was really strong but delicious! After the server recommended cinnamon (made the drink look ugly so take a photo for the gram sbforehand hah). It definitely changed the profile to mask the alcohol wowww!!! read more

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Came here on a Monday night and it was a pretty easy, relaxed dinner. Parking is super convenient since it's in a large plaza. The interior at Hula Hoops is really beautiful. It's bright, tropical, and full of vibrant menu photos that make everything look super appealing. Service was great! We ordered the spam fries, which were solid and exactly what you'd expect. The bibingka cornbread was PHENOMENAL, easily my highlight of the night. It was warm, buttery, and slightly sweet with that unique bibingka twist. The grilled squid was just okay, and the loco moco with mochiko chicken and kalua pork, especially the pork tasted amazing, but the portion felt a little small. The ube flan for dessert was decent too. Overall, it's a cute spot with fun island-inspired dishes, not everything blew us away, but it was still a nice experience. Would come back again! read more

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Amazing service and food I only got the appetiser cheezy tots with cheese on the side but it was crispy and golden and get the still water The ambiance is neat and pretty tropics type vibe Live music Thursday nights at 6 I believe read more

Hula Hoops - Yum Cheesy Tater Tots - Hawaiian Near Me - South San Francisco, California

If you love Hawaiian food, and enjoy tiki drink/cocktails, then this is the spot for you. With a nice variety of food options, and twist on traditional items, each dish is delicious and oh so satisfying. The drinks are up to par with respected tiki bars and even the beautiful visual appeal of the drinks (the artistic drinks are to the flames and dry ice smoke) are sure to bring smiles to all. Our large group decided to dine during brunch. The staff was very helpful and attentive. The food was prepared surprisingly fast. Each dish looked as amazing as it tasted. My group ordered several cocktails and drinks, although I did not try them, they each looked glorious and were spoken highly of. The order: Babinka Cornbread -A nice twist on a traditional filipino rice cake Sisig tater tots -Tater tots paired perfectly with the salty Sisig. I could eat this combo all day Trio Silog -Three different proteins (sisig, BBQ pork, longganisa) all tasty Everything I tried was delicious and everyone enjoyed their meals and drinks. Definitely a spot I recommend to try... their food, drinks, and atmosphere really do hit the island vibe cravings. read more

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From the food to the drinks, nothing beats the service that comes along with it! Spam fries are a banger. Oh, did I forget to mention the tiki setting all thru out?? read more

My friends and family frequently dine at Hula, whether it's during happy hour or for a regular meal. Some of our favorites include their loco moco, spaghetti, musubi, impossible sisig, pork BBQ, and huli huli chicken. The food is always delicious, and their service has remained consistently wonderful throughout the years. We also really enjoy the live music, esp when Jackie is scheduled to perform. It adds such a fun and welcoming atmosphere to our dining experience. Hula also offers private events and has been incredibly accommodating for family gatherings. They were able to host 75 guests for my mom's funeral service luncheon, and we truly appreciated their kindness, professionalism, and support during such a difficult time. Thank you, Hula, for always making us feel welcome and for being such a wonderful part of our family's special moments over the years. We truly appreciate you! AKA read more

We were heading up to San Francisco and wanted to eat before. We walked in for breakfast on a weekend. There was one other table there. We got the Cornbread, Bbq Pork and Kalua Pork Loco. The Bibingka Cornbread was our Fav. My husband liked his Loco Moco, said they did the eggs right. Portions were just ok. Overall not bad for breakkie. Inside has Hawaii vibes. Service was nice. Private lot in front too read more

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Second time here and it's better. Maybe because it wasn't too busy. No waiting in line. Place is still cute esp the nipa hut in the corner that can sit 5 people. Server was friendly and got our orders quick. Food was really good or maybe because we chose well. BBQ pork silog was the bomb..too bad the longanisa came with a combo, would have preferred just that. Drinks were on point. The star of the show is the ube pancakes. It was creamy and you can really taste the ube in the pancakes. Too bad the pancakes were small and only came as a 3 stack 4 stars because yes, it was pretty pricey $$$ read more

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Wonderful service and the food was on spot! 10/10 would recommend! We tried a bunch of starters and 2 specialty cocktails that were all perfect and fast! read more

I had high hopes for authentic Filipino flavors, but unfortunately, it didn't quite meet my expectations. It was my first time dining there with a friend, and while the ambiance and service were pleasant, the food left me a bit disappointed. The flavors ranged from bland to just average, the presentation was underwhelming, the music was a tad loud for conversation, and what is up with all the "rules"? read more

I don't get the hype. I got the silog plate with sisig and longanisa. My mom got an omelet with kalua pork and potatoes. We shared an ube pancake. We both really liked the longanisa with garlic rice and the vinegar dipping sauce. Everything else was just ok. I feel like the sisig wasn't as flavorful as I'm used to having at other places. We didn't like the ube pancake. It seemed like a mochi-like pancake but that wasn't noted on their website and it seemed a bit undercooked. I'll give it another try though if a friend or family member wants to go! read more

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The place looks fantastic. Went in for breakfast on a Saturday and the place was packed. Good thing we got in before the crowd got there. Service was excellent. Very attentive servers. The food was priced well and tasted decent. Sisig taters was probably my favorite. Benedict's Wes decent. The silog combo was tasty. I wish they gave a little bit more rice. Over all this is a good spot. Wouldn't hesitate to go back when I'm back in the area. read more

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Pretty good for brunch! We visited Hula Hoops on a Sunday morning and got seated right away with no reservation. The interior had a tropical, tiki theme and they fully committed to that with decor. The cocktail menu looked impressive and they had a warning section in the menu about how strong their drinks are. My friend and I both opted for Iced Ube Lattes instead. The color of the drink was a beautiful purple, but the flavor was bland. I know ube doesn't have a strong taste on its own, but I've definitely had better drinks with it. For food, we shared the Ube Chicken Waffle and Smoked Salmon Benedict. Both were tasty! I loved that the Smoked Salmon Benedict was served on corn bread instead of an English muffin - first time seeing that! Both the waffle and chicken were delicious and came served with 3 different sauces - gravy, maple syrup, and ube sauce. The maple syrup went best with it, but I appreciated the options. Service was just okay - getting water took a while and payment at the end had its hiccups too. Would be interested to try their dinner menu! read more

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This was my 2nd time coming to Hula Hoops and it was just as good as I remembered! My group ordered the Kalua Pork Loco Moco (which is what I ordered the first time) as well as the Sisig Fried Rice and Kamehameha BBQ Chicken, and for my drink, I ordered the Pina Paradise, mostly because it came in a pineapple. My favorite of the three was the Kalua Pork Loco Moco! The Mac salad that comes along with it is some of my favorite Mac salad I've had too. All entrees were delicious though! My drink was also great! Perfect ratio of alcohol to mixer, and such a fun presentation! Service is always amazing! I'd highly recommend making a reservation if you're coming for dinner, especially during the weekend, because it can get very packed. read more

Hula Hoops - Hawaiian Near Me - South San Francisco, California

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I had been to the shopping area multiple times but did not notice Hula Hoops till I read about it on Yelp. Such a fun place, great comfort food, delicious cocktails and live music! The interior has a very island feel and the folks there are wonderfully friendly. Such a positive experience; definitely a must try for anyone who loves the islands and island cuisine. read more

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The food was really good, and the staff was awesome! I highly recommend the sizzling rice and the island wings. The Filipino-style spaghetti was also very delicious. Overall, everything was amazing! We had a wonderful dinner celebrating my mom's birthday. Thank you so much for making it special! read more

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On our way back from SF and we were looking for something good with easy parking. Found Hula Hoops from Yelp and made a reservation. They closed early at 8 and there's almost noone else when we can around 7.30 on Sunday. The seafood pan roast is our favorite and the kids love the pasta! Short ribs with kimchi rice is a bit tasteless(hence - 1 star). read more

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