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I ordered the Mahi plate with wasabi dressing and salad and pineapple slaw as the sides. The fish was good but too much dressing for me. The salad and slaw were fresh, service was great and the restaurant was spotless. My husband had the Mahi sandwich and enjoyed the Hawaiian sweet bun that it was served on. Overall a good place for a quick serve meal.
Came to the Big Island and was craving loco moco, so we stopped by here on a Thursday around lunchtime. The place was busy but we were able to find seats quickly, and ordering was fast and easy. My wife ordered the Loco Moco, and I went with the two-entrée combo -- crispy pork and teriyaki chicken. The loco moco had great flavor, the gravy was nicely seasoned, and the portions were huge. The teriyaki chicken was honestly the best I've ever had -- perfectly grilled, not overly sauced, and super tender. The crispy pork was good too; the skin was a bit on the soggy side, but still flavorful. Overall, the food was excellent. Definitely coming back! Just a heads-up -- the portions are massive, so it's a great spot to share a few dishes with friends or family.
Became a fan of Ippy's after trying his old restaurant in Waikoloa. Also had a catered dinner by him previously at Anna Ranch, and his food is always amazing! The kalbi (spicy glaze) were moist with tons of meaty flavor. The green salad and rice helped to cut some of the meat richness too. The garlic shrimp also shined through since they weren't slathered with sauce and you could appreciate the shrimp itself. My husband said the katsu was the best he's ever tried. Fries were also perfectly crispy and the pork belly was juicy too. Ample seating, easy parking, and lots of natural ambient lighting make this the perfect place for a plate lunch! So Ono!
Enjoyed Ippy's overall. The prices were a bit much for what you get, but that is common for most places in Hawaii so nothing out of the ordinary. We enjoyed both the ribs and Korean fried chicken. The spot is nicely updated with plenty of seats and the service was really great - the lady at the counter was really helpful. Tried: Korean fried chicken, bbq ribs Loved: the sauce for the Korean fried chicken Tip: ask for extra sauce with the Korean fried chicken to dunk your chicken in - so good!
Yassss to Ippy's!!!! So glad to have found you, unfortunately on our last night on the Big Isle. Sometimes ya just gotta get out of the touristy areas and explore/drive to get some good local plates. Clean local establishment with plenty of parking and indoor seating. Order at counter and seat yourself. Lots of great choices on the menu. Ordered: Mixed plate- mahi mahi/garlic shrimp The fish was dry, but the garlic shrimp was bomb! Fresh green salad and the mac were awesome. Mixed plate- Kahlua pork/teriyaki chicken Excellent! Not overly salty. Paired well with the rice and mac. Good food, fast service, reasonable prices!
Every time I go to the islands I have to order the Loco Moco which is my favorite Hawaiian meal. You get a fair amount of food for the price and this meal kept me full all day. You order at the cashier and then they call out your name. This is a popular restaurant which had customers coming and going while we were there.
Drove to Waimea to try Ippy's since I heard great things about it. Hawaiian style mixed plate with garlic shrimp and kalua pig. I got a side of pineapple coleslaw which was very good - a little sweet and tangy. The garlic shrimp was garlicky and buttery. The kalua pig was tender but lacked flavor. Mini plate with kalua pig - the kalua pig was tender but felt very one dimensional in flavor. I seasoned it with black pepper and some chili sauce which helped with flavor and dryness. I'd recommend the garlic shrimp and pineapple coleslaw.
Ippy's is my favorite restaurant on the Big Island. Considering I've been to many restaurants on the Big Island, and I've visited for several years now, I'd like to think that means something. First, order Orange Bang and thank me later. I'd describe it as a orange creamsicle soda. Second, order a mixed plate with furikake beer battered mahi mahi and Korean pork. Both l are unbelievably good. They prepared the Korean pork similar to kalbi short ribs but it's more tender than the latter. The mahi mahi is seasoned so we'll and covered in a flavorful batter that was almost like a hush puppy.
This is one of my new favorite restaurants on the big island! My husband and I shared: - Sweet Grilled Kalbi Short Ribs with Rice and Mac Salad - Mixed Plate with Furikake Beer Battered Mahi Mahi, Korean Pork, Fries, and Pineapple Coleslaw - Orange Bang - Best Maid Unicorn Crispy Bar The meats are where this spot really shines. My favorite was the Korean Pork. I always love Kalbi Ribs, but they're a bit chewier in texture. The Korean Pork had a similar flavor, but it was easier to eat. I also prefer to be able to get the mixed plate, so I'd skip the Kalbi Ribs next time. I also really enjoyed the Mahi Mahi. I was a bit disappointed by the sides. The coleslaw had no flavor. The Mac Salad was just ok. Crinkle cut fries aren't my favorite. The rice was a good pairing with the meats. I've never seen or heard of Orange Bang before, but trust me when I tell you that you need to try it. It's fantastic. I look forward to coming back next time I visit the big island!
Amazing food and service wow! Straight from the bat, Ana, the attentive cashier/server/jack of all trades, had a warm, welcoming personality. She asked us if we had any questions on the menu and happily waited while my fiancé and I discussed what we wanted (in great detail lol). We had the mixed meat plate with teriyaki beef and chicken katsu. The Mac salad was some of the best I've had on the island and the meats were tasty as well. We also had the bbq bacon burger and it was super delicious! Will definitely be back during my short time here on the big island.
We drove all the way from Hilo to Waimea and since we are staying at an VRBO we were too tired to cook so we decided to eat out. The restaurant is all glass enclosed which is nice and there is some indoor seating. You ordered we at the counter and fins a seat. They also do take out so you can always take it with you too. I ordered the mix plate with grilled Ono (Wahoo) and hamburger steak. My husband got the Hawaiian plate and my son got the shoyu chicken and kalua pig. It was all really good! I would come here again to try the other dishes. And now I am so full!
10 days ago
This rating is for the loco moco with fries. Delicious! Loved the gravy flavor and staff was nice. We got it with two side salads. read more
3 months ago
So, only 2nd time here. Cashier was awesome. All by herself & in midst of lunch rush, she handled it like a king. Smoke meat plate with pineapple & coleslaw was winnahs Korean Fried Chicken wings, fried good, but needed a little more flavor. Cesar Chicken wrap was a little disappointing. Very limited Chicken but choke croutons (imagine Cesar salad in a wrap). Like I told my wife, when you go to a BBQ joint, eat BBQ not salad. Sweet potato fries was super good. Still good food & great customer service. It was packed with malahinis. read more
I ordered the Mahi plate with wasabi dressing and salad and pineapple slaw as the sides. The fish was good but too much dressing for me. The salad and slaw were fresh, service was great and the restaurant was spotless. My husband had the Mahi sandwich and enjoyed the Hawaiian sweet bun that it was served on. Overall a good place for a quick serve meal. read more
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20 days ago
The short ribs are the best on the island. The lady in the front is always so nice. We came here twice with our family cause it was sooo good. Portions sizes are big too! read more
Came to the Big Island and was craving loco moco, so we stopped by here on a Thursday around lunchtime. The place was busy but we were able to find seats quickly, and ordering was fast and easy. My wife ordered the Loco Moco, and I went with the two-entrée combo -- crispy pork and teriyaki chicken. The loco moco had great flavor, the gravy was nicely seasoned, and the portions were huge. The teriyaki chicken was honestly the best I've ever had -- perfectly grilled, not overly sauced, and super tender. The crispy pork was good too; the skin was a bit on the soggy side, but still flavorful. Overall, the food was excellent. Definitely coming back! Just a heads-up -- the portions are massive, so it's a great spot to share a few dishes with friends or family. read more
Became a fan of Ippy's after trying his old restaurant in Waikoloa. Also had a catered dinner by him previously at Anna Ranch, and his food is always amazing! The kalbi (spicy glaze) were moist with tons of meaty flavor. The green salad and rice helped to cut some of the meat richness too. The garlic shrimp also shined through since they weren't slathered with sauce and you could appreciate the shrimp itself. My husband said the katsu was the best he's ever tried. Fries were also perfectly crispy and the pork belly was juicy too. Ample seating, easy parking, and lots of natural ambient lighting make this the perfect place for a plate lunch! So Ono! read more
Enjoyed Ippy's overall. The prices were a bit much for what you get, but that is common for most places in Hawaii so nothing out of the ordinary. We enjoyed both the ribs and Korean fried chicken. The spot is nicely updated with plenty of seats and the service was really great - the lady at the counter was really helpful. Tried: Korean fried chicken, bbq ribs Loved: the sauce for the Korean fried chicken Tip: ask for extra sauce with the Korean fried chicken to dunk your chicken in - so good! read more
1 year ago
Yassss to Ippy's!!!! So glad to have found you, unfortunately on our last night on the Big Isle. Sometimes ya just gotta get out of the touristy areas and explore/drive to get some good local plates. Clean local establishment with plenty of parking and indoor seating. Order at counter and seat yourself. Lots of great choices on the menu. Ordered: Mixed plate- mahi mahi/garlic shrimp The fish was dry, but the garlic shrimp was bomb! Fresh green salad and the mac were awesome. Mixed plate- Kahlua pork/teriyaki chicken Excellent! Not overly salty. Paired well with the rice and mac. Good food, fast service, reasonable prices! read more
3 months ago
Quick stop before heading back to Hilo for work to grab lunch! 3 star for shrimp but 4 star for Sierra who asked the kitchen to help my plate still happen. Thank you. read more
17 days ago
8 months ago
Every time I go to the islands I have to order the Loco Moco which is my favorite Hawaiian meal. You get a fair amount of food for the price and this meal kept me full all day. You order at the cashier and then they call out your name. This is a popular restaurant which had customers coming and going while we were there. read more
Drove to Waimea to try Ippy's since I heard great things about it. Hawaiian style mixed plate with garlic shrimp and kalua pig. I got a side of pineapple coleslaw which was very good - a little sweet and tangy. The garlic shrimp was garlicky and buttery. The kalua pig was tender but lacked flavor. Mini plate with kalua pig - the kalua pig was tender but felt very one dimensional in flavor. I seasoned it with black pepper and some chili sauce which helped with flavor and dryness. I'd recommend the garlic shrimp and pineapple coleslaw. read more
1 month ago
1 year ago
Ippy's is my favorite restaurant on the Big Island. Considering I've been to many restaurants on the Big Island, and I've visited for several years now, I'd like to think that means something. First, order Orange Bang and thank me later. I'd describe it as a orange creamsicle soda. Second, order a mixed plate with furikake beer battered mahi mahi and Korean pork. Both l are unbelievably good. They prepared the Korean pork similar to kalbi short ribs but it's more tender than the latter. The mahi mahi is seasoned so we'll and covered in a flavorful batter that was almost like a hush puppy. read more
1 year ago
This is one of my new favorite restaurants on the big island! My husband and I shared: - Sweet Grilled Kalbi Short Ribs with Rice and Mac Salad - Mixed Plate with Furikake Beer Battered Mahi Mahi, Korean Pork, Fries, and Pineapple Coleslaw - Orange Bang - Best Maid Unicorn Crispy Bar The meats are where this spot really shines. My favorite was the Korean Pork. I always love Kalbi Ribs, but they're a bit chewier in texture. The Korean Pork had a similar flavor, but it was easier to eat. I also prefer to be able to get the mixed plate, so I'd skip the Kalbi Ribs next time. I also really enjoyed the Mahi Mahi. I was a bit disappointed by the sides. The coleslaw had no flavor. The Mac Salad was just ok. Crinkle cut fries aren't my favorite. The rice was a good pairing with the meats. I've never seen or heard of Orange Bang before, but trust me when I tell you that you need to try it. It's fantastic. I look forward to coming back next time I visit the big island! read more
4 months ago
Amazing food and service wow! Straight from the bat, Ana, the attentive cashier/server/jack of all trades, had a warm, welcoming personality. She asked us if we had any questions on the menu and happily waited while my fiancé and I discussed what we wanted (in great detail lol). We had the mixed meat plate with teriyaki beef and chicken katsu. The Mac salad was some of the best I've had on the island and the meats were tasty as well. We also had the bbq bacon burger and it was super delicious! Will definitely be back during my short time here on the big island. read more
We drove all the way from Hilo to Waimea and since we are staying at an VRBO we were too tired to cook so we decided to eat out. The restaurant is all glass enclosed which is nice and there is some indoor seating. You ordered we at the counter and fins a seat. They also do take out so you can always take it with you too. I ordered the mix plate with grilled Ono (Wahoo) and hamburger steak. My husband got the Hawaiian plate and my son got the shoyu chicken and kalua pig. It was all really good! I would come here again to try the other dishes. And now I am so full! read more
2 months ago
9 months ago
The food was delicious! My Asian chicken salad was fresh, the chicken was smokey, the dressing sweet and savory. Our group had loco moco, kal-bi ribs, shrimp with sweet potato fries. All were delicious, hot and fresh. The people were friendly and helpful. Food came out pretty quickly. Restaurant was clean and inviting. It's a good place to eat. read more
We got the loco moco and Korean pork. Both were great but I liked the Korean pork more. Gravy on loco moco was really good. My husband liked the gravy here more than nephi's which is a huge statement. Staff is nice and food came out quickly. read more
8 months ago
Walked in as soon as they opened and sister behind the counter was very welcoming. I can't believe I didn't get her name the one with the pretty eyes. Im an OG in the restaurant industry and I forgot the first rule. Haha Anyways I walk in and I'm stressed girl, in the process of moving from Oahu back to Kamuela after 15 years has me not wanting to make any decisions! This is the first time I've been here and had no idea what I was gonna order so she offered a few suggestions to help me out! I ended up going with the mix plate-Chicken cutlet and hamburger steak with rice, Mac and gravy all ova!!! It was so good. The guys had Hamburger steak plates with extra gravy and let me tell you when I ask for extra gravy this is how you should do it! Everybody else better go and take notes from Ippy's cause they put extra gravy!! Lol but for real kine, everything so far was so good! From the friendly girl behind the counter to the food! The place looks clean and tidy and I like how get all the windows so you can see the mountain or watch the cars drive by! And sorry but we never take before pictures. I never even think to take picture til we were almost pau haha. So I'll post an after picture of my plate cause the guys when already toss their empty plates in the rubbish oh and p.s. their Mac salad get action! Actually get flavor and not just mayo, notice how in my pic it's all gone! Also no say nothing ok, I tried to finish the plate but I couldn't go on anymore. Now I gotta go try and go back to work on the house haha read more
2 months ago
6 months ago
Bomb! First time here and it did not disappoint. We got the mixed plates with piña colada shrimp, pork, kalua pork, and local-style smoked meat--plus the mac salad, rice, and pineapple slaw. Everything was flavorful and fresh. We'll definitely be back! read more
1 year ago
This is a good local place. I think we were the only visitors. They have a lot of good options and I was very happy with mines. I got the kalbi with spicy sauce. The Teri beef sandwich was very yummy. The saimen was on to me but my husband loved it. Small and perfect for a child. I am not saying anything but he ordered a small and got small. Our friend got the pork belly and it was in like a vinegar red onion and tomatoes salsa. It was pretty good I tried a few pieces. I like the history of this chef owner. I would come back again. read more
7 months ago
Oh man - this hit the spot. Looking for some amazing Loco Moco and found it. One person in the group got traditional, one pork and one Katsu. All amazing! This is the real deal. Service is incredible and lots of clean space. read more
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We went here after asking someone where we should eat. We walked in at got excited with what we saw on the menu. The line was rather long and took some time to get through. Please keep in mind that they may be short staffed and patience is key. The worker at the register, was the busboy, drink person, and waiter. We ordered a fried chicken plate, fried saimin with a side of pork belly, and a combo of hamburger steak and chicken cutlet. They gave a heaping amount of food for the fried chicken plate. It was nice and crispy and piping hot. The hamburger steak was good. The patties seemed to be made fresh. Nothing to complain about this dish. The fried saimin was good but the pork belly was not what we were expecting. We were expecting pork belly that was super crispy, however what we got was a little chewy. Keep in mind, this is a restaurant where you throw your own trash away and do your part by placing the cups on the front counter when you are finished. read more
Our last dinner spent in Kona we choose to spend here. It was a farther than expected drive from Waikoloa Village but it was worth it. We each got the Hawaiian style mixed plates. I choose Garlic shrimp with Kalua pig and my boyfriend got the mahi-mahi and kalua pig. The serving sizes were big, and food hot and fresh. My shrimp had ample amounts of garlic. The mahi-mahi a bit mild in flavor. The lady taking our order was very friendly and had some great suggestions which we appreciated. They have a large indoor seating area with self serving condiments. Restrooms are located outside which you need a key for. read more
1 year ago
10/10 recommend Top: Teriyaki Chicken with fries and pineapple Cole slaw options. Bottom: Hawaiian Mixed Plate with Kuala Pig, garlic shrimp, Mac salad and rice options read more
3 years ago
The best Hawaiian food I have ever had. 5 stars does not do it justice. The staff were so nice and friendly! We ordered two mix plates with the below. Mac salad- I am picky with Mac salad and I loved it! Rice-perfectly cooked Teri chicken-flavorful and juicy Kalua pig- tender and nice smoky flavor Teri Beef- great flavor Korean pork- the winner! So much flavor, so tender and the BBQ char made the biggest difference. So good! Came back and ordered: Chicken Katsu: OK, not my favorite. Kind of dry Kalbi ribs: Good but not our favorite Definitely coming back. read more
Ippy's know how to Hawaiian bbq! We had chicken katsu, Ono, Kailua pork, and Korean pork. All very tasty and satisfying. Our favorite was the chicken katsu. Korean pork was close second. It wasn't too sweet or salty yet had ton of flavor. They give you big portions too. Staff was very helpful and friendly. It's a large cafeteria style place where you order at the counter and sit down. Highly highly recommend. read more
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