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Hungry Hawaiian

4.6 (150 reviews)
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Menu June 2020
Hang W.

Based only on one visit but I was not all that impressed. Okay. I was impressed w the guava cake, super fruity. Aside from that I felt it was all average. The Mac salad did have peas and carrots but pretty plain. The katsu chicken was pretty disappointing. It was pounded thin and overcooked. The breading was probably thicker than the chicken itself. I would go back to try something else if katsu isn't their thing but I'd rather hit one of the other Hawaiian places a few miles away.

Teriyaki chicken plate lunch
Jessica H.

My daughter got the teriyaki chicken plate lunch from this food truck today. She raved about how amazing it was after every bite. She did say the macaroni salad was a bit rich for her. The employee wore a mask and was super friendly, engaging my kids in conversation for awhile. Fast service too.

2 scoop rice, Mac salad, kalua pig and teriyaki chicken.
Ula L.

The food was flavorful and mouthwatering!! If I closed my eyes, I felt like I was eating a plate lunch in Hawai'i! The kalua pig tasted like it pulled out from an imu (Hawaiian underground oven) and the teriyaki sauce was perfection on the moist and tender chicken. The sides of rice and Mac salad completed this scrumptious feast! Traditional Hawaiian flavors elevated! As we ate, the owner/chef Keni came out to check on us and he was very kind and welcoming! You can't help but feel like ohana with his warm Aloha spirit! We LOVED the amazing food and enjoyed the ambience but next time I've gotta pace myself so I leave room for the guava cake!

Lau Lau and Teri chicken... Yum!
Melissa H.

Broke da mouth!!!! While en route to downtown SLC on a recent visit, I stumbled onto Keni's spot after seeing the great Yelp reviews. I've lived off island for nearly four years now, so anytime I'm here I make sure to get my Polynesian fix. My first visit to the Hungry Hawaiian was so amazing, I returned again on my way to the airport! HH so much better than other Hawaiian spots I've tried on previous visits--not only is the food more authentic, but Keni is funny, friendly, and pono. He definitely made me feel like I was back in the islands. On Day One, I had the two-meat plate--teriyaki chicken and kalua pork with white rice and a very ono mac salad. Keni says this salad, which doesn't skimp on flavor with its extra pepper and chunky veggies (peas and carrots), is his dad's recipe. (His dad just happens to be first cousin to the legendary surfer Eddie Aikau to boot!) The chicken is perfectly cooked, the sauces are terrific, and the pork was salty and melt-in-your-mouth delish. On Day Two, I came back for the incredible malasadas, which are Portuguese donuts with the most amazing guava dipping sauce. Helpful hint: If you take these malasadas to work or a party (or to the kind folks at the rental car return or airport), you will be the talk of the town! I made so many peoples' day from the car-rental drop off to security with those addicting fried pillows of heaven. If you know Leonard's in Honolulu, I guarantee you these will NOT disappoint, especially on a cold drizzly day like today. In addition to the malasadas, it was also my lucky day...Keni had lau lau pork (traditional leaf-wrapped protein) AND poi! It doesn't get much more authentic than dis! The best part? When I finally got to the airport after dropping the rental car, I went through security with my plate lunch and totally forgot about the poi, which is a thick dipping "sauce" made from taro. Guess what? The poi was so thick that TSA didn't even question it! Ha! Keni's place is warm and inviting with bright colors and Hawaiian music playing in the background (he has created his own playlist on Spotify, so check it out). They've only been open a few months but already have a loyal following and they also cater (definitely recommend HH for your next celebration!). I'm going to keep referring to this place as the Happy Hawaiian because not only is Keni one of the nicest guys around, but also, this food makes you, your soul, and your belly SO HAPPY! Check it out!

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4 years ago

Food was a struggle to eat. Love to try different places for lunch but this place is at the bottom of places to eat.

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3 years ago

I love this place, the food is always excellent and Keni and his staff are so friendly. Keep up the good work!

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4 years ago

Great place to eat! I love their teriyaki chicken, boy does it hit the spot! I highly recommend!

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4 years ago

The food is really good and always in large quantities. Just make sure to be specific about your order.

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Mahalo Nui David. I hope it was a gem of a find!! Come by anytime!

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Ask the Community - Hungry Hawaiian

Does this business offer gluten-free and dairy-free options?

Yes, Our teriyaki sauce is made with gluten free soy sauce. so that makes almost everything we have gluten free. this is what is NOT gluten free; Kalbi Beef, Katsu Chicken, Macaroni Salad, Guava Cake, Malasadas. If you have anymore questions please… 

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