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    Kenji's

    4.7 (349 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, Tacos, Hawaiian
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    Chicken quesadilla
    Brian C.

    Looking for a fun, delicious, and unique spot by the airport? If so, point your GPs here! Cute interior and friendly service with a cool Hawaiian-Mex menu. The portions are mega-generous so consider sharing. We enjoyed the spam fried rice, chicken fried rice, bbq chicken plate, chicken quesadilla, and Hawaiiana (their take on a Cuban sandwich). All was delicious, but the hawaiiana was really awesome! Full selection of Hawaiian Sun juices and jarritos! Pass-o-guava for the win.

    Spicy Tofu (and it WAS spicy, like extra hot Cheetos level)
    Laura C.

    Casual eatery. Pay close attention to the days and hours of operation as there have been a number of times we've shown up and forgot they weren't open (similar to the Chick-Fil-A experience). Everything we've had to eat here has been delicious-- and I love that they have guava juaritos! The entree flavors don't exactly replicate the Oahu flavors I'm familiar with but they are close enough and the food is fresh and quality. The restaurant is always clean and service is fast but I wish the seating was more comfortable and that there was some brighter lighting at some of the tables (the table in the corner by the front door has good natural lighting; that's where you'll wanna sit if brightness is a priority-- that, or outside).

    Hawaiian BBQ Beef Plate
    Paige L.

    There is not one bad thing I have to say about this place. The food is phenomenal and the portions are great! The service is always fantastic and they are always so kind. The inside of the restaurant is kind of tight but they also have outdoor seating. Such a good sport for lunch but any meal honestly. Check this place out if you're in the area. I promise you won't be disappointed!

    Kalua pork tacos- YUMMY
    Amy M.

    Went here to try something new after seeing it on a review. Place was very busy and hoping! Very cute decor and super friendly staff. I ordered the kalua pork tacos and a combo dish with beef and chicken. The tacos are to die for!!! Soft, delicious, and super moist with great flavors. I had never had Hawaiian food before so this was a surprise for me. I did find the beef was a bit salty but had great flavors, the chicken was delicious too and the rice I loved it being just a sticky rice... if ya paired it with the beef then the beef wasn't as salty. The coleslaw was good... too many carrots for me but I ate it ... I thought it was going to have pineapple in it for some reason but it didn't. The portions of the combo meal plates are massive... I had some for lunch then my hubby and I had the rest of it for dinner. I would definitely come back for more of the kalua pork and chicken!

    If you're looking for a spot that hits the mark every time, you have to check out Kenji's. It's a total hidden gem, and honestly, I have never had a bad experience here. The food is solid every time, and it really does the job when you're craving something flavorful and unique. The vibe when you walk in is amazing--it's got such a cool, welcoming energy. Their plates are amazing, but honestly, there is so much to choose from on the menu and lots of meats to pick from that I always leave wanting to try so much more. Whether you're a local or just passing through Reno, this place is a winner for a consistently great meal!

    Tacos - pork and beef
    Jill C.

    Yum! What an amazing little spot centrally located in Reno. We got a spread of options to try - tacos, the pork sandwich and the curry bowl. Standout winners were the beef taco, the curry bowl and the sauce on the pork sandwich. Everything was super tasty and spiced without being over the top. Seating area is very dark inside and outside was suitable but cold this time of year. Maybe best to get take out as many people were doing. Service was very friendly and helpful. Excited to come back and bring the kids next time!

    Hawaiian BBQ Beef Plate
    Rachel R.

    Kenji's has been right near our neighborhood for a while, and I finally decided to stop in. I'm so glad I did, as I think I've found my new favorite lunch spot! I ordered the BBQ beef plate with macaroni salad, and it was honestly the best Hawaiian food I've ever had. The beef was bursting with flavor, the sides were fresh, and everything tasted really high quality. I also loved the wide selection of Hawaiian Sun canned drinks. I went with the Kona coffee and it paired perfectly with the meal. The portions were generous, the prices were reasonable, and the service was warm and friendly. The vibe is great too! The food truck shell built indoors makes the space unique and memorable. I'll definitely be back.

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    Tammy J.

    This place was so cute! It has a food truck inside the building and little outdoor tables that are indoors. The cashier/host was friendly. I ordered 2 dinners of bbq chicken-1 with rice and macaroni salad and the other with rice and a green salad. And a side of mushrooms. I took it to go. Because the family was waiting at home. All was amazing. The chicken was cooked great and plenty of it. The macaroni salad with yummy! And the dressing for the garden salad was yummy also. My husband actually invented his own version of the dressing.

    Jan Michael F.

    The food here is always so good! I usually get their Hawaiian Chicken Barbecue Plate but saw that they have curry for the season so I tried it. I chose chicken for the protein and it's so good! It's very affordable and the serving portion was plenty. The owner/staff are always friendly as well. Didn't wait too long for the order. You can smell the Hawaiian food as soon as you enter and it's the best. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating as well as parking. You also can't leave without Spam Musubi! 100% recommend and will definitely go back over and over!

    Jordan S.

    Legit plate lunches. Stopped in on our way through Reno and missing Home (Hawaii). Absolutely winnahs. Friendly staff. Huge portions. Broke da mouth. Super chill spot too.

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    Morgan Z.

    We were craving Hawaiian food so we decided to drive over and give Kenji's a try and we're so glad we did. It's across town from us but definitely worth the drive. We'll be back! We ordered the spam fried rice, bbq beef and bbq chicken tacos and bbq beef plate lunch. Everything was so good but our absolute favorite was the spam fried rice! The tacos were a nice lighter but still filling option. The inside was cool with a food truck and artwork explaining the history of plate lunch in Hawaii. There was plenty of seating both inside and outside. The staff were friendly and the food came out quickly after ordering.

    Lesly M.

    I loved Kenji's From the moment you walk into the restaurant, it's really funny to see the food truck inside the place, I think that gives it a special vibe. Although there's not enough space inside to accommodate many people, the atmosphere is honestly on another level. The service from the staff was very pleasant, they gave us great recommendations and also took the time to explain everything really well. As for the food definitely a 10/10. Everything we tried was delicious, had great flavor and texture, and the meats weren't dry at all. It definitely won't be the last time I visit them

    Melissa M.

    This place has such a cool vibe. Unlike any other restaurant I have ever been in. Chill and laid back. The food was AMAZING. Best Hawaiian food I've had in all of Reno. The mac salad was ON POINT. The service was amazing, we felt very well taken cared of!

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    Los Gallos Taqueria - 3 tacos refried beans and chips and salsa

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    After a really fun day of day drinking,I found myself looking for something yummy to eat and maybe…read moresober me up a bit-I stumbled upon this little unassuming place located right across the street from Silver Legacy-Los Gallos Taqueria. Upon walking in,I was impressed with the patrons,this was a no frills crowd who looked like they were all in on a secret that this place was going to be a really good foodie spot.This is one of those spots where u walk up and order at the counter and they bring your food out to you.I loved the decor as you can really tell the owners are proud of their Jalisco roots.As an added bonus-I do tend to like taquerias that have pics of the menu items on the walls-always been a good luck charm for me that the place would be pretty good. We ordered a few things-A Super Burrito with Al Pastor($13.50)-it was pretty tasty-way way filling-killed my buzz totally-which I guess was the goal-I'd order it again for sure.We Also got a Shrimp taco($5)My wife is from Jalisco,so kinda picky with her Mexican food but she thought it was pretty tasty-one of the most flavorful tacos she has had in a long time.We also got the 2 enchilada plate with ground beef and chicken($15.50)-This dish came with rice and bean-I really liked the rice quite a bit and beans went well with the chips because of the added cheese on the beans.One thing I didn't love was the fact that you had to pay for chips and salsa-I'm sure I'm just spoiled from all the places that gives those out for free but I guess that's the way it goes-pretty sure it was like $3-no biggie. In closing-if u ever find yourself in Reno and u want something other than the commercial stuff they sell in the casinos-I would highly recommend walking across the street from Silver Legacy and walk into this little hole in the wall hidden gem of a restaurant and enjoy yourself a taste of Jalisco -you won't be disappointed.

    Let's be honest. When I'm looking for an out of town Mexican spot, I look for 2 things: A little…read morebit of dinginess and lots of actual Mexicans eating there. Los Gallos covered those two needs perfectly. Located on the main ave across from Circus Circus. Kinda cool pawn shops too but didn't have time to check them out. Walking in, it def has the authentic dinginess that is usually synonymous with authentic tasting food. Lots of handmade signs and pictures of food on the walls. And also lots of pictures from their hometown. It was a Monday afternoon and there were many local Mexican families eating there which is another great sign. Ordering was pretty easy. After doing me best To order in Spanish I realized the lady working there spoke perfect English. Haha. I ordered a shrimp burrito with everything and 3 street tacos all to go. It took a long time for the food to come out. There was a large party order that they were getting ready so I waited a long time. It was so long that I expected them to offer me a free coffee or soda but they didn't. The food finally came and it was a solid 4. The shrimp burrito was tasty and the shrimp was cooked really well. The tacos were good too. I'll def be back next time I'm in Reno.

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