We go to Waikele Premium Outlets all the time but have never tried the food trucks there, so we…read morethought we'd give it a try today with this cute little food truck. We ordered the Kalbi plate, kimchi pancakes, and bibimbap. The cost can be a bit pricy, but the portions and taste really make up for it. The bibimbap had a variety of vegetables that made the dish look colorful. It came with bulgogi and an egg, and it was seasoned well. It also came with gochujang on the side, which I appreciated since my daughter can't eat spicy. My husband says the Kalbi plate was very good. It had a hint of sweetness and didn't feel dry. The kimchi pancakes had a nice crisp and and it was tasty. Next time, we will have to try the seafood pancake from there. The man who took our order was very nice, and service was fast, though we did go early. We had a nice lunch here, would recommend, and come back again.

We came here for a quick casual lunch after the beach and it hit the spot! My boyfriend and I…read moreshared the seafood pancake and it was so yummy! I love how they make their pancake crispy and it was loaded with seafood in it. We also noticed it had mochi or rice cakes in it which is not something you usually see in seafood pancakes but it was a nice touch. The food came out fast and the prices are ok. I would definitely come here again for their pancakes and maybe try other things from their menu!

I like getting two things from here, the red curry and pad Thai with chicken. The red curry has…read morethe right amount of vegetables and spices with the creaminess from the coconut milk blended all together to make a dreamy curry. So good! I came here recently when I donated blood, I called in my order while donating blood. When I came out, the curry was already done and it was top tier like always!

A couple of the summer rolls were unraveling by the time I made it home. But they were perfect and…read morethe sauce was super flavorful. As for the spring rolls, the lettuce strips were a bit small compared to what I'm used to and I would've loved the noodles to add on, but it still was delicious. Will definitely eat here again and can't wait to try all the other dishes.

You can't call it Huli Huli Chicken unless it's cooked over a smoker and literally turning over and…read moreover and over and over...you get the deal. Passed by this place several times, always rolling down my window to smell the smokey goodness. Finally decided to give their huli huli chicken a try and we did not regret it. The chicken was so delicious. Seasoned and smoked to perfection. It was so tender and juicy. Opted to go for a chicken plate which came with half a chicken, 2 scoops rice, corn and a side of their sauce. It was $18 which I gladly paid for because of how delicious it was and how big the portion was. It was good enough for 2-3 people. The staff was really nice. Shoutout to the braddahs working the smoker. Showed so much aloha with their smile and throwing shakas all around. Mahalo to the Braddah who without hesitation lent us his fan when he saw my daughters. In his words, "it's hot, keep the kids nice and cool". So good. I'll have to come back and their other food!

After seeing an Instagram reel, this place was certified smash by one of the content creator I…read morefollow. I bookmarked Diamond's Kitchen. We happen to stop at Elena's to grab take out and I remember Diamond's Kitchen food truck is right in the same area out in the parking lot. I see the chicken cooking, smelled so good, hot and fresh so happy this is my chance to try. I went with the 2 item plate, ($24.) fried pork and chicken, which comes with rice, corn and sauce. I didn't get the side of potato salad but wanted to try the pickled ung choy $10. for container. I loved how the chicken is cooked, fire roasted huli chicken. My opinion, Wow- so Ono! I loved the fried pork, super tasty, I loved the dipping the pork with vinegar sauce and the chicken, so tender, juicy and loved it. I love the flavor in every bite eating fried pork, chicken, rice and ate it with the ung choy instead of corn. The best huli chicken here at Waipahu side. I am so glad I saw the reel, would have not known about this Gem! Supporting local and will be back here for sure now that I tasted this goodness!

If you're looking for late-night local food that hits the spot, Mops Central is IT! Being open from…read more6 PM to 1 AM makes it the absolute go-to for those late cravings, and the value is unbeatable--$16 a plate and they pile it high with quality food. The garlic furikake fried chicken is packed with flavor, incredibly crisp, and so ono. You also can't miss out on their meatball loco moco--such a good twist on a classic! On top of the food, the service is exceptionally warm and welcoming. Can't recommend them enough!

Came here after we went to a concert and it had such good reviews but honestly the only thing that…read morewas good to us was the meat balls. The pork chop was all bone. And the ahi steak was a bit dry. And the wait is very long. And when we were ordering I asked the lady what the difference between the sauces were and she pointed to paper below her and nothing was there... so I was like uhhh ok and just choose something else. And the wait is very very long.

Ordered the lechon kawali and pork sisig combo plate, and I must admit... this was SO good! The…read morelechon kawali was crispy and packed with flavor, and I loved that they topped the rice with a garlic topping--it really gave it that extra Filipino touch! They gave two dipping sauces, one spicy and their regular. The spicy gives an extra kick. One combo plate can definitely feed two short older Filipino women so the portions are generous! I'd recommend bringing cash to avoid the 3% credit card fees. I'd also call my order in next time. It took about 10 minutes, which isn't bad, but if you're on a lunch break and in a rush, calling ahead would be best. Other than that, I'd definitely come back again and try the other things on the menu!

Dada's Sisig is seriously delicious!…read more I've been going to Sw 8 Dada's since they were a food truck, and their sisig is pretty darn good. Their version is a take on fried pork, which is different from the traditional sisig cooked on a barbecue grill, but it's absolutely delicious in its own right. The crispy, flavorful pork makes this dish seriously satisfying. They also have beef pares, which I haven't tried yet, but it's definitely on my list. If you're craving flavorful sisig, Sw8 Dada's is worth checking out!

We were not supposed to get this but my husband saw it when we went to get malasadas so he just had…read moreto. The lechon was so good! Yes, it was a little saltier than needed but with the sauce they give and with rice, every bite is just heavenly.

On my way back home from the Ewa side this morning, I had to stop by Dick's Lechon truck to fulfill…read moremy pork craving. It was almost 11am and it looked like all the trucks were closed, but fortunately, Dick's was open. It looked like they were only one of two or three that were. I decided on the lechon with pancit plate this time, since the Fried rice I got the last time was fairly bland. It was a good choice, as the noodles were flavorful, with lots of veggies. Unfortunately, the lechon was super salty this time. It was moist and the skin was veto crispy, but I could only eat a little at a time, due to the saltiness. I'm hoping this was a "one off", and they didn't change their preparation or recipe. I'll have to make sure by stopping by again to grab another order soon.

For our dinner we were served with the following dishes: Snails simmered in coconut milk, green…read moremango slices, pinakbet, garlic butter prawns, Insalada with bagoong na isda, Lechon kawali, grilled Hito, Bulalo soup, pork barbecue on a stick, freshly fried Turon, Biko and Karioka. We were spoiled to the max! The owners and their family run the place and in true Filipino hospitality, they served us buffet/family style and entertained us with their stories from their humble beginnings to what they are today. The food was the best I've had in the Island. Hands down. Everything tasted nostalgic because the technique used in cooking each dish tasted like a handed down recipe from a grandma's kitchen from back home in the motherland. If you're ever in the island of Oahu please make your way to Waipahu and sample as much of their offerings as you can and I can guarantee you will not be disappointed! 10/10 recommended coming from a humble cook who rarely raves about Filipino food because I myself learned from my paternal grandmother.

Stumbled upon this place because had to go get a haircut for my nephew at the Waipahu plantation…read moremarketplace. They're located on the corner and once you see a tent & smell bbq, you're at the right spot. This restaurant gave karinderia vibe to it! Karinderia is basically like those food stalls they have in the Philippines, where they have a bunch of dishes and you sit out to enjoy the food. Home cooked & affordable eats. They have everything from bbq sticks, adobo, lechon, kilawan, lumpia and more. I got the bbq stick & chicken inasal plate. The bbq stick was packed with so much flavor! The chicken inasal was more on the huli huli side & was served with Filipino dipping sauce. They also offer free sabaw with your meal. Ordering was a little complicating, they have a menu outside with food and also more food inside. The bbq items were cooked by order and the inside food had more of the Filipino dishes like (adobo). But next to the cashier, you could also find other fried dishes as well. So a little complicated. You also have the option to sit outside under the tent or inside the restaurant with AC. For this type of place, if you're dining in, you order & eat first then pay. Like any karindera. Overall, this place was VERY good & SUPER AFFORDABLE. If you want to experience a true Filipino experience with great food, this place is for you.

My office at American Electric hosted a birthday lunch with Hawaiian food from Laverne's. Everyone…read moreenjoyed all the dishes. The smoke meat and squid luau were everyone's favorites. So ONO!

Check your portions before you leave. I bought lomi salmon and squid luau ala carte and the…read morecontainers weren't full. Very frustrating to choose a business and they do that.

Everything is SO good here!! I can tell their kimchee and salad is homemade and fresh. Everything…read morein this plate all meshed so well together. The service from the employees are very welcoming and sweet!! I 1000% highly recommend if you are looking for authentic Korean cuisine near Waikele. I'll sure be back!

This little food truck packs a lot of flavor! Their menu is super diverse with authentic Korean…read moredishes but honestly I haven't tried much on their menu because I always find myself coming back to their kalbi! The kalbi here is very different from typical local style kalbi, it's a lot less char and sauce heavy, it really lets the quality of the meat be at the forefront. The kalbi is cut thick but there's no need for a knife at all it, it's tender enough to bite through easily and it falls right off the bone. There's a light soy glaze on the meat and it's just enough to balance out the flavor of the meat. Honestly at first I didn't think I was going to like it because I was expecting the usual style of kalbi that's on island but after eating more and more of the plate I found myself hooked! Haven't found any other spots that make kalbi like these folks (and I tend to eat kalbi more than I'd like to admit). The people working the truck are always super kind and attentive, there's a cute little outdoor space to eat next to their truck that has shade and a good amount of wind to keep any flies away. The banchan provided is also a winner, the kimchi is very fermented which I love, it's got a crazy amount of tang which goes so good with the meat and rice. This spot has quickly become a favorite of mine on island and anytime I find myself in Waipahu I find my way back to this cute yellow truck