Recently took a few co workers for Lunch buffet I thought the $32 buffet for lunch was a great value. Theres ample parking and the restaurant interior was festive and clean. The service was great and it wasnt that crowded. I love that they incorporate local fusion and provided us their own rendition of luau stew soup and a Chinese jook but with local flair. The meats were generous and were delicious also large selection of Ban chan and you can order extras of whatever you like. We had mango and ube mochi ice cream for dessert and banana lumpia. Great spot for lunch or dinner AYCE. read more

Kale’s Hale - $32 lunch ayce - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

welcome to the Hale After some extensive research, we discovered this newly opened business on Yelp. Our friend, visiting from the mainland, was keen to try some Korean bbq....and so off we went to Kale's Hale. LOCATION / PARKING / NOTES 1. They are the second floor of the building they are located in. 2. Parking is on the street....or in 2 lots that are located behind the building. Please do pay attention to the signage in the smaller lot, as there is a handicap stall, and areas where no parking is alllowed. 3. At the time of our visit, Tuesday, 6/10/25, they did not (yet) have a liquor license. fyi. 4. Though the menu does state that the AYCE price is $59.99 for adults, the price paid per adult on night we dined was $39.99/person. We were informed that the reduced pricing was due to their still in progress "soft opening". 5. There is an elevator available if one doesn't want to use the stairs. 6. There is 90 minute time limit. 7. The server described their business as Yakiniku with a local fusion/flare. 8. The restaurant is spacious, welcoming, and modern. Looks like they occupy the entire second floor. FOOD The banchan selection is very generous, and quite surprising. The portions are also AYCE, one only has to ask their server for more. I'd recommend the kim chee, cucumber kim chee, and the ginger roots (my favorite!). The other item that was really awesome was the soup of all things! The soup is delicious!! Though its also AYCE/re-fillable, I wanted to ensure I wanted to save space for the meats. From the AYCE menu, we ordered the spicy pork, teri chicken, pork belly (thick), brisket, and the boneless short ribs. We enjoyed the brisket, pork belly (thick), and short ribs. side NOTE The kitchen/chef served our table a wagyu laulau, which was very good. SERVICE Our server, Mahina, provided exemplary customer service. She polite, friendly, knowledgable, and above all, she was very patient. We appreciated that she took the time to explain about the menu and provided some background about the restaurant. She checked on us periodically throughout the meal. BOTTOM LINE A positive first-time experience. Great customer service. read more

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My husband and I celebrated our 2nd wedding anniversary here with a filling and delicious dinner. It's the best yakiniku place on island, especially for the all you can eat price. No can beat! Our top picks: boneless kalbi and the guava pork. The banchan was majah with unique Hawai'i fusion flavors...so ono! And for dessert banana lumpia with coconut sauce! Mmmm! Customer service was excellent from the greeting from the front door, our waitress, and food service. Casual, laid back vibe. We had an excellent first experience here. Def will be back! read more

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This is honestly our favorite meal on O'ahu this trip. We've been meaning to come for some time now and finally made it out. Just so happens to be sushi night as well. For $33 pp we got to choose various kinds of meats, Korean side dishes, appetizers, etc...and it just kept coming. It's not just the food, the service was amazing! This was the first time we were there and the owner came out to greet us. I mean we're not influencers, food bloggers or critics, but that made us feel right at home. The waitress was attentive and even got to know her as a person. My husband's family is from Hawaii. The whole experience exhibited the aloha culture and spirit that he was taught growing up. Though the food was great, it's the service that will bring us back for years to come. read more

I saw his Instagram thats the reason why we went. There was a $5 wagyu special and we wasnt offered. We went this pass 04/27 Sunday. We had the $59.99 special and everything else on the menu was either Wednesday for sushi and Monday thru Friday special. The Banchan was nothing like what the Pic offered it was skimpy. The place was dirty the waitress was nice. Overall that would be the last time I go unfortunately. My child was reading the FAKA message which I didn't see because it was her height very disappointed. Stick to real Korean or Gens. I always take a Pic but I was so disappointed I didn't. The men's bathroom stall broken LOL. I did give a 20% tip and never complained to our waitress. She was nice and she apologized about the menu. She did say something about seafood. Crab claws? We were there at about 3pm sitting on the right side going back. Big restaurant. Im sure she remember us. I was thirsty after a hot day out. What's the lemon juice for? I follow chef and your previous venture with the meat market woman that moved. Anyway i still like your character on social media read more

Stopped by Kale's Hale in Kalihi during their soft opening and had a really enjoyable experience! We called on Saturday to make a reservation for Monday at noon. When we arrived, it wasn't too busy which was perfect for a relaxed lunch. Service was excellent! Our waitress was friendly, attentive, and had great recommendations (especially the guava pork which is a secret menu item and hanging tender!). She kept our waters filled and refilled the banchans we enjoyed most. There was a great variety of banchans and we were pleasantly surprised by some local twists. Our faves were the Korean noodles, Okinawan sweet potato salad, kimchi ong choy, and kimchi daikon. Super flavorful and fresh. For $39.99 (soft opening price) AYCE, the quality and variety were solid. Everyone got a 1 oz sampler of A5 wagyu (part of the price) and the hanging tender was especially good when cooked to medium. They also gave a variety of sauces to dip the meat in; we were pleasantly surprised by the Peruvian green sauce which was like a creamy chimichuri. They also served a luau soup with wagyu, which was at a temperature that doesn't burn your tongue and was fun addition we hadn't seen before at KBBQ spots. Parking is limited in the lot behind the building, but there's plenty of street parking around if you're okay with a short walk. There is an elevator that takes you right into the restaurant or stairs. Overall, we loved the local-style take on Korean BBQ. Great food, great service, and a chill atmosphere. Looking forward to coming back! read more

Kale’s Hale - A few Banchans - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Update: Finally was able tonight to go and try Kale's Hale. This is my take on the evening. Arrived at 6:45 for a reservation for 6 but 3 could not make it! Waited for about 10 mins to be seated in a comfortable booth. Our waiter was Kohl, nice, friendly, personable guy, who explained the AYCE menu well. No waygu tonite, trouble with Japanese tariffs. Ordered round one. Friend from Cali , wanted tea to warm up, they did not have tea, the hot water machine was not fully functional. The table was set before we arrived with little plates of Bachchan, lots of variety. The first group of meats arrived which you cook on the grill yourself, Jook Chinese style porridge & a special Lau Lau with Lup Chong( Chinese sausage& pork was served. Both were luke warm & nice to try but , nothing special. Our meats were cooking & they were delicious, sauces about 5 were presented & were a 0-10 in taste! Service by Kohl, was consistent & he was attentive to our needs& his talking story with us was very welcoming! The restaurant has a nice vibe & was quiet this night with local Hawaiian music playing. Would return again, waiting on their liquor license. It was an enjoyable evening , seeing great friends & eating good food! read more

Kale’s Hale - The Bachan dishes are impressive & tasty - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Amazing service! Hostess so polite and our Server Caleb with a C :) was totally awesome! Very pleasantly cool with booth seating and nice and cozy. Their banchan is AYCE too! My fave is the lau soup so so good! Choice of meats and sample of waygu, oh my!!! Soft opening price is still on, so what you all waiting for. Go check them out! read more

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Aloha! We celebrated our friend's baby shower at Kale's Hale, and let me tell you--this place made it a night to remember! From start to finish, the service was AMAZING. The staff was super attentive, constantly checking in, refilling sides, and making sure our celebration was perfect. We kicked things off with their wagyu sampler and sushi--both so fresh and ono! One of the biggest highlights? You can choose your pork belly thick or thin... seriously, where else do you get that kind of option?! Every dish hit the spot, and the local twist to traditional KBBQ Yakiniku made it feel extra special. The vibes were warm and welcoming, like eating at a friend's house but with top-notch food. What truly stood out was Chef Kale himself walking around and personally greeting each table to make sure everyone was happy and taken care of. That kind of pride and aloha in service is rare these days and made the whole experience feel personal and memorable. Whether you're celebrating something special or just craving some bomb AYCE Korean BBQ with local flavor, Kale's Hale is the place to be. We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit! Mahalo Chef Kale and the whole team for making our baby shower dinner unforgettable! read more

Kale’s Hale - Group Picture! - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Wow! Where do I begin? This place is a game changer! If you haven't tried this place stop what you're doing and make a reservation... NOW! Came here with some friends and family to try out Chef Kale's new restaurant, now knowing Kale I was expecting an amazing meal but by the end of our dinner service I was blown away. One word, PERFECTION! It's been quite a while that I've been somewhere that everything I ate I thoroughly enjoyed. Let's start off by talking about the Ambiance of the restaurant. It's clean, it's inviting, and it's very well put together. The grills are the type that doesn't make you smell after grilling all your delicious meats... aaah-mazing! The BAN CHANS- oh my goodness. There was so many and every single one of them was tastier than the last. There was your traditional Kim chees, but there were 3 different types of Mac salads, home made Taegu, pickled garlic, and so much more. He also brought out sour pa'i'ai with a sweet coconut milk, luau soup, Wagyu fried rice and other items for us to try. The menu isn't huge, there are a decent amount of meats to choose from and honestly I think that's what made it so great. When I see a menu with 3-5 pages worth of meats to choose from I get pretty overwhelmed. ALL YOU CAN EAT will run you $59.99 (Adult) $19.99 (Keiki 5-11) You also get about 90 minutes to partake in your gluttony lol. -MARINATED MEATS- Ginger Teri Pork Spicy Pork Teri Chicken Teri Beef -PORK- Pork Belly (Thick) Pork Belly (Thin) Pork Jowl -BEEF- Beef Belly Brisket Boneless Short Rib Hanging Tender Each AYCE Adult meal includes a 2oz portion of A5 BMS 12 Kagoshima Wagyu Parking is available behind the restaurant in both the small parking lot and the bigger one directly behind. Everything and I mean EVERYTHING was so good! I'm already wanting to go back and try new items that will added as well as seasonal items. This place is definitely a must go to. I'm excited to see what's to come since the restaurant is still in its soft opening phases. Congrats Chef Kale! read more

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We celebrated my Mother in Law's Birthday with the family and we had a great time. The workers were very friendly and helpful and the service was top notched. You can tell that they were all properly trained and the food was wonderful. So affordable with their special introductory price of $39.99 for adults and $19.99 for kids 11 and under which also included a sampling of some Wagyu beef. The ambiance was very nicely decorated reflecting the "Halloween" theme since it's coming up shortly. I absolutely love how the servers always checked up on us asking if we needed anything else including any refills of banchan. It's hard to find places where the staff really cares about it's customers and Kale Hale really did a terrific job. Lots of free parking so give them a try, you won't be disappointed! read more

Kale’s Hale - First round of banchan and the grill to cook your meats. - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Outstanding Experience from Start to Finish My son had dined here about a week before we did and had nothing but great things to say about his experience. Coming from someone who has eaten at many different places and is always honest about food quality and service, that recommendation meant a lot. He suggested we go, especially on a Wednesday for their special sushi menu, and I'm so glad we listened. From making our reservations to walking out the door, the entire experience was amazing. The customer service was phenomenal. We arrived a little early, likely during their busiest time, and shortly after we were warmly seated. Our waiter asked if it was our first visit, and when we said yes, he took the time to thoroughly explain the menu and the different AYCE packages. We chose the Gold package, and let me tell you, there was absolutely nothing "basic" about it. The selection was impressive: meats, sushi, and so much variety. We started with the meats, guava pork, ginger teri pork, beef belly, brisket, boneless short ribs, pipikaula, and pork belly. The quality was outstanding. Everything was flavorful, tender, and perfectly prepared. We enjoyed at least four rounds! They also served a soup similar to miso-style service, but with a Hawaiian twist, beef and luau leaves. So ono and comforting. From the sushi menu, we ordered: * Surf and Turf (steak and lobster salad) * Gout Roll (crispy pork belly and crab salad) * He'e Luau (squid, luau leaves, coconut cream) * California Roll Every single roll was delicious, we ordered three rounds of sushi as well. To finish off the night, we had the old-school Li Hing Mui Ice Cake, which was the perfect nostalgic ending to an already incredible meal. I absolutely love Chef Kale's vision. The menu beautifully highlights Hawai'i and Hawaiian flavors, elevated into a refined local dining experience, far beyond the traditional diner and plate lunch/dinner. The inclusion of high-quality meats like Wagyu truly sets this place apart. Chef Kale, Ho'omaika'i, Braddah! Well done! We'll definitely be back. read more

Kale’s Hale - Dinner with my Braddah John and Son Austin Kale's Hale - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We had such a great experience at Kale's Hale!!! I texted them to make a reservation for 6 people, but ended up needing a table for 7. They were super accommodating even though I know they just opened and are really busy. Them being accommodating was 10/10 for me already. There is parking, but just a heads up: if the restaurant is full, it can be a little tricky to find a spot. Still, totally worth it. Now, the food. Every cut of beef we tried was delicious. The side dishes were so good and I especially loved the soup one (wish I remembered what it was called, but it was comforting and full of flavour). They also gave us taho, a Filipino food that's usually eaten for breakfast. But it was delicious and unexpected way to end the meal. The chef even came out to give us a sample of wagyu fried rice--it was so so so good! Easily another 10/10. We also got a 2oz sample of wagyu beef. It was tasty, but honestly, once everything's in your mouth, it's hard to tell the difference. Our server was great--really friendly and explained everything to us, which made the whole experience even better. I wish I remembered his name because he was really good! I've been to a lot of BBQ spots, and this might be the best one yet. When we went, they still had their opening price of $39.99, but I heard it'll go up to $59.99 eventually. Either way, totally worth it for the quality and service. read more

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First time trying this restaurant for my wife's birthday, they are located in the Kalihi area. They have their own parking lot and also an overflow parking. Therefore, parking should not be an issue. The restaurant is on the second floor, they have an elevator. You can use it to get up there instead of walking the stairs. We tried the all you can eat barbecue for $32.99. We get all the meat except for the Wagyu beef. We also found out on Wednesday night, we can also order all the sushi roll for free and it is part of the all-you-can-eat menu. But it is only for Wednesday. Our waitress Kayle was super nice and patience with us, she is a 10 out of 10 and made our dinning experience, very enjoyable. The meat quality is not bad and they served in small portion, you can order as many as you like. The sushi roll is OK, not super outstanding. They also served us Laulau soup which is a very interesting soup. AYCE is 90 minutes. We all get full with happy stomach when we leave. Recommended. read more

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Food amazing customer service on point. Sweet spot. Great local experience Tell all your ohana to stop by

Don't walk, better run! Probably won't be able to run again after you eat, but forget about that for now. The staff are amazing, the food brings Hawaii to Korean barbecue. The banchan was ridiculously good. A spicy takuwan,, tuna Mac salad, dried radish, pickled garlic...the list goes on. This is an AYCE, but the meat is such good quality. I can't say enough good things about the jook. That's right, JOOK! Was so ono! The lau lau was insane. The leaves were so swimming with juice...AKA wagyu fat and lap cheong fat that I wanted to drink it like soup. Did I mention the brought banana lumpia and the lau lau, jook, and everything else could be ordered whenever you wanted more. Pipikaula, pork jowl, brisket! This place is going to be sooooo busy. Get here now. It is such a good spot. Diabetic? Add a little more on your shot before you come. Gonna go nap now. read more

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The best local spot! Amazing quality & authentic food, great customer service always with aloha, and juuuust the right ambiance! Food is ono! Do yourself a favor....skip the chain places like Gen & Gyukaku and come straight here. Bonus, the wait time on a Friday evening was 0 minutes (beats the 1 hour wait at Gen). read more

Might be one of the best AYCE bbq on island so far! Food was delicious, I appreciate the smaller portions of meat so that I am able to order more to try! Service was 10/10! Our server (didn't get remember her name sadly) was super welcoming and knowledgeable. They also brought out 2 specials tonight and made sure we got the cheesecake dessert before they ran out. Atmosphere is perfect for date night or get together!! Not too loud and we didn't even leave smelling like the grill! My husband and I really loved the quality of food and extra customer care. We will be back with friends! read more

Best experience overall! 5 Star restaurant Service combined with all you can eat restaurant at a reasonable price. Excellent food quality, taste, presentation, and variaty. read more

Absolutely in love with this place! I got takeout from Kale's Hale and ordered the Wagyu and Short Rib which both were insanely delicious. The meat was so tender& flavorful! The best part was they gave us personal charcoal grills with the takeout! It was super fun getting to grill everything ourselves at home! such a cool and thoughtful touch. i was skeptical if it would work but they even gave a match to light the fire, as well as liquid to put it out. The food, the presentation, the whole vibe was a 10/10. If you're on Oahu and looking for something next-level, definitely check out Kale's Hale. Can't wait to go back and dine in!! read more

Kale’s Hale - A5 WAGYU BENTO - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Chef Kale has been promoting his restaurant on his IG page. 2 of my friends has Yelp reviews. Reservation was made online for 11:00 am on Jan. 1. There is a 2nd parking lot with sign before 1st parking lot which is shared with Rainbow Drive In and 2 other businesses. The elevator took us to 2nd floor which opened in restaurant. Our reservation was at 11:00 am and we were 1st customers. Decor included Christmas decors, displays of various items, and Chef Kale's knives and merchandise. There were many tables with yakiniku grill. Employees Caleb and Justin explained about AYCE menu and meats We selected gold. There were about 15 dishes of Banchan with some not too spicy and luau soup. Our meats with thin pork belly, kalbi, boneless short rib, guava pork, teri beef, hanging tender. Meats were thin which didn't make us full. Our dessert was banana lumpia with haupia sauce. We will come back again. read more

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#1.Lindsey was excellent as our server. #2. $1 beer and 1/2 off cocktails...say no more! #3 da food is awsome! All they need is some live music....maybe not cause get time limit to eat. Will be back soon. read more

Brrrraaaahhh! Been wanting to go here since he opened. Finally got a chance. Made reservations and was greeted with a plethora of different kimchees, potato salads, pickled veggies, etc., and 4 dipping sauce. Ordered the Gold set and it comes with a LOT of different styles of meat in chicken, beef, and pork. I'm talking teriyaki, pipikaula, spicy, ginger, guava etc. Also different cuts. I wish I could have sampled all but was already full. Remember, this is AYCE, you order as you want, but please, eat all that you order. They have a higher premium set that includes A5 Wagyu. Service was great. Inside was good, no fluff, but clean and comfy. Location is only drawback, but don't let that deter you from going! It's worth it. And I understand location, as it's what keeps the cost affordable. Def be back sample the meats I didn't this time around. Kale's Hale, check it out! read more

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I stopped by Kale's Hale while exploring the Kalihi area and it turned out to be one of those local spots that focuses on traditional Hawaiian comfort food rather than presentation or tourist appeal. The restaurant has a simple and welcoming setup that feels very neighborhood oriented. It is not a large dining space, but the atmosphere feels relaxed and authentic, which adds to the experience. Places like this tend to attract a mix of local residents and people who know where to find traditional Hawaiian dishes. The menu centers on classic Hawaiian favorites. Dishes like lau lau, kalua pork, and other local staples are served in generous portions with rice and sides. The flavors lean toward traditional preparations, which is exactly what you hope for when visiting a restaurant that focuses on Hawaiian comfort food. One thing that stood out to me was how the food reflects the home-style cooking that many local families grow up with. The dishes are simple but satisfying, with seasoning that allows the natural flavors of the ingredients to come through. Service during my visit was friendly and straightforward, which fits well with the casual environment. It feels like a place where the focus is on feeding people well rather than creating a formal dining experience. Overall, Kale's Hale offers a solid example of traditional Hawaiian comfort food in Honolulu. If you are looking for authentic local flavors outside of the tourist-heavy areas, this is a place worth checking out. read more

The food was absolutely amazing! The wagyu laulau definitely hit the spot, tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The marinated Hawaiian style pipikaula was to die for, grilled just right and bursting with flavor. The ambience was elaborate and immersive; it truly felt like being transported to a place where dining becomes an experience. We arrived later in the evening around 7 PM without a reservation, but the staff was eager to get us seated right away. There was a small mix-up with our order, but the team handled it quickly and professionally. Chef Kale personally greeted us, took the time to chat, and made sure we were enjoying both the food and the atmosphere such a nice personal touch! I highly recommend this spot for business meetings, events, or just a night out to experience the unique vibe and fusion of flavors. Complete excellence in my book! read more

Kale’s Hale - Complimentary Sides Favoring local Hawaiian and Korean favorites. - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Food was delicious, service not so much. Perhaps an off day. There's a time limit to eat but the kitchen couldn't keep up with our order. The restaurant was by far not as full for Friday lunch and rather empty. The waitress was friendly however did not initiate an explanation of what we should try or what all the sauces and banchan were that were all plated. I think she just assumed we either ate there before? Our grill was not changed through the service and started to smoke eventually sparking flames. No one even sensed it and we actually had to go find someone ourselves for help. By the time we left, I was a little dissatisfied. I just thought for what we paid that the service would've been more attentive and the kitchen would've been quicker as they were only playing raw marinated meat for US to cook. Or it would've helped if the portion sizes on the initial round was bigger than 5 little pieces of Pipi Kaula or boneless Kalbi for the 4 of us. The banchan was good but no one asked to restock it either. I'm glad all the other reviews were 5s. I wanted so badly to like it more than I did and had really high hopes. Not sure if I'll go back again so soon. Maybe next year or maybe not. read more

2 words: Guava Pork!!! Legendary Try it because it was the best pork I have ever had. Feels like you are eating perfumed pork. read more

I just wanna give this place a 10/10 food and staff was so sweet and kind for our first time eating there kale had so much specials friday night had me and my family full full well money spent a hidden gem in kalihi definitely will b back again thank u guys so much for taking care of me and family much mahalos read more

Brah this place is legit! Located in my stomping grounds, right in the heart of Kalihi! Customer service from the entire staff is no ka oi. Food is winnah, floors, tables & chairs clean. Price is affordable and well worth the hype. Neva mine eating at out-of-state places. Gotta come support solid local businesses like this. We even met the owner. He came out to talk story with everybody in the restaurant. We will definately be back for more. Shout out to everyone who was working Monday morning 04/27/26. Mahalo plenty. Next stop..Kale's Hale! read more

Love this hidden gem in Kalihi! I would suggest making an RSVP in case it gets busy. Lots of free parking in both the upper and lower lot. Their array of banchan is definitely well seasoned and you can request for more! Their meats are already marinated and pretty tasty . Loved the green Peruvian dipping sauce! Our server Natasha was awesome, super attentive to our needs. The wagyu laulau-delish! Loved all the foliage in the resto, gave it a nice ambiance. So go check it out! read more

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The best restaurant we tried in Hawaii. I'm so glad that I saw pov husband's post recommending this place on Instagram. He was not lying when he said this restaurant is one of the best in Oahu. Our server Kohl was amazing. He was super friendly and explained all of the dishes including the ingredients and the meaning behind them and their relation to Chinese Japanese Korean and Hawaiian culture. He was also very attentive making sure our grill was changed out and our waters were full. All of the food was amazing. We especially enjoyed the wagyu sampler. The super premium cut is straight from Japan and melts in your mouth. Also I didn't know what to expect with the guava pork but it was delicious. All of the small side dishes are also really great. And we really enjoyed the congee and laulau (pork wrapped in taro leaves). Thank you Kale's Hale! read more

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I was excited to try out this Yakiniku Fusion restaurant. We made reservations for 2:30pm since we thought parking might be a problem at lunch and dinner peak hours, but this place has additional spaces right next to their smaller parking lot and Damien High School so you shouldn't have too much of a problem finding parking anytime. Wednesdays are also when they offer a small selection of roll sushi as part of their AYCE menu. We found the elevator to take us to this 2nd story restaurant so no problem for people with mobility issues. Upon arrival, Jayden greeted us at the check in desk and offered us a chance to look at the menu while he set up our table. A few minutes later, he walked us to our table that had a grill with various banchans and a dish with 4 sauces for each of us surrounding it. The sauces are all different and include a Sesame, Teriyaki-like, Cilantro-Lime-Jalapeno, and Sesame oil Salt flavors. I asked for his recommendations and we settled on ordering the guava pork belly (bacon like slices), boneless kalbi, and rolled boneless short rib along with the Shrimp tempura roll. After a few minutes of sampling our banchans, our meats were delivered so we started grilling everything. A few moments later our freshly made tempura roll arrived nicely warm and crunchy. We also received a soup that is a part of the meal that is sort of a deconstructed lau lau, also pretty good. Our meats were quickly done, and while eating, we decided on the pipikaula, another round of the guava pork belly, and Teriyaki chicken. The Teriyaki chicken arrived on a skewer and were pretty large pieces, so maybe order these earlier in the meal to give you more time for them to cook through. We also tried the surf and turf sushi roll which was good. It was made up of the rolled boneless short rib topped with a crab/lobster salad. I love that the platters of meats are large enough but not too large so we can sample a lot of different meats and not get full on just one or two meats. It's AYCE so you can always just order more meats if you need more. The sushi rolls being offered are made up of well known rolls and some innovative ones. 4 slices on each order which again gives one the opportunity to try your favorites and some newer ones without filling up. Jayden, our server, was awesome. He always seemed to know when we would want to order more food and stopped by to check on us. It was a nice mix of attentive service and a pleasant atmosphere to enjoy a meal. There are various price levels to suit your tastes and pocketbook starting at $32.99 and up with the highest level of $149.99 allowing you unlimited wagyu. We were celebrating our birthdays, so Jayden surprised us with a strawberry mochi ice cream dessert. It was a delicious ending to our meal. We totally enjoyed our meal and will be back. read more

Chef Kale (Kah-leh) finally opened his Yakiniku Restaurant in my hometown of Kalihi! His Yakiniku banchan sides are Hawaiian-inspired, with over 20 varieties to try! The AYCE includes rice and a delicious luau leaf soup made with tender beef and taro leaves. I liked the Lomi Opae, kimchee radish, and the different mac salads. There were four dipping sauces that balanced well with the different kinds of meats. The AYCE (all-you-can-eat) menu includes rice and a delicious luau leaf soup made with tender beef and taro leaves, marinated meats, and a Kagoshima A5 Japanese Wagyu sampler (BMS 12, the highest beef marbling score). There is also an additional ala carte menu that offers other cuts of Wagyu and Iberico pork. I had to try the top-of-the-line 9-oz Wagyu, which cost an extra $134, but I knew it would be worth it! Congratulations to @chefkale @kaleshale.hawaiisonly on the opening of your new restaurant! * Reservations are highly recommended. AYCE Prices: Adults $59.99 / Children (5-11) $19.99 Kale's Hale Hawaii 1339 N. School St. Honolulu, Hawaii 96817 Text or call (808) 391-7052 Phone (808) 600-5777 Dress: @niuhawaii #queeniesfoodjourney #queeniesdiabadassfoodjourney #kaleshale #hawaiisonly #chefkale #hawaiistagram #hawaiieats #eathawaii #kalihi #oahu #hawaii #yakiniku #wagyu #a5wagyu read more

Kale’s Hale - The spread is mean! - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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The BEST AYCE Yakiniku on the island! I've eaten here twice and I keeping wanting to come back because everything about this place I love soo much! Parking: lots of parking! Up by the restaurant and down below. Food: Delicious! I love how it's a fusion of Hawaiian, Japanese, and Korean. Their laulau seaweed soup is unique and soo good. The meats they serve is good quality and it amazes me that it's AYCE. All the different meats are delicious but my favorite was the hanging tender and the ginger pork on the menu. The variety of banchan is amazing as well and it makes the experience super fun! Free banchan refills too! Also they've been giving out to their customers complimentary Wagyu meat and other dishes which are all yummy. Don't forget to give them feed back on the complimentary dishes for they would like to know if it's something you would like to see on the menu in the future. Service: 5 star! They explained the background of the restaurant and the dishes they serve. The staffs were very friendly and would check on us to make sure everything is good. Price: very reasonable. They are still doing their soft opening price of $40/person. The original price is $60/person. I would still come back even at the original price. All my friends and family who have eaten here loved it and said that they would recommend it to other people. I keep dreaming about the food at Kale's Hale after I leave and I will definitely come back. read more

Kale’s Hale - Banchan - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

First timer at this place. Definitely will come again. Top notch service...they make you feel like family. If you haven't visited...you missing out. The food is onolicious. read more

We came in for a long overdue date night and Kale's Hale did not disappoint! Firstly, customer service was phenomenal. We had a reservation for 7pm but were in the area a bit early. We called ahead and got seated 20min ahead. This place was pretty busy but still had a chill ambience. The hostess was accommodating and attentive. Our waitress was fully informed of the changes to the menu, gave helpful suggestions and was quick to get us our food, drinks and come back to check on us. The banchan is beautiful, catches your eye immediately when you get to your table and everything is set out. The luau soup will keep me coming back! The meats are great quality. Mento mango drink was so tasty, it reminded me of shaved ice. Everything was amazing but the best thing about the meal for me was the ice cake. It was so nostalgic and a perfect refresher after an all you can eat meal. This place is a great experience. I can't wait to bring visiting family here. We will definitely be back. read more

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Great place to eat! They set up the table and then sat us down...thought that was so nice! We had the all you can eat bbq...beautifully set up...amazing hospitality. Loved the bbq meats! Amazingly I didn't smell like smoke since they have smokeless grills! I even got to meet Mr. Kale...very gracious man! He went around to all the tables...introduced himself and asked us all if we enjoyed our meal. Wonderful bbq place! Will definitely go back! read more

We enjoyed an all you can eat lunch for $39.99 a person. In addition to the varied and plentiful meat selection, the meats were tender, tasty, and fresh. The wagyu was beautiful!! They were higher quality and more memorable than other similar establishments we've been to. Our waitress was knowledgeable, attentive, and warm with a wonderful personality. She made our experience very pleasant. The restaurant is very clean! We loved it so much, we made a reservation to go back! Note: Parking is available in the two lots and on the street. read more

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The food was really good, however what sets this place apart for me is the service. Ruel B was our server and he was very attentive and had an amazing attitude. I would come back just for the service alone. He went above and beyond to make sure that our experience eating was perfect. Highly recommend the dessert, banana lumpia, if you're not full! read more

Kale’s Hale - Barbeque Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Our first time here and the food was great. The menu offered a variety of Korean/Japanese/Hawaiian dishes from Korean sides and KBBQ, to sushi, laulau soup, and lomi salmon. They filled up right as they opened on a Wednesday. Rylynn was our server and was incredibly helpful and attentive. Thanks for a great first experience. read more