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    4.5 (15 reviews)
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    Combination plate
    Christopher D.

    Fresh plate lunch that is enough to feed even the hungriest of workers. I got the combination plate the friendly staff recommended and it was delicious. I'm just visiting, but I'd be a regular if I lived close by. They were parked at the far end of the Home Depot parking lot and there was a small seating area. It's best for takeout.

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    Chaelyne N.

    I love this spot squid luau and chicken longrice is my favorite is love the customer service very professional

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    10 months ago

    The best Squid Luau I've had in a long time. Coming from a picky eater, everything is good here.

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    11 months ago

    Beef stew, Pastele stew was great and so was the service. I like that the Mac salad was cold.

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    Julie'Z Restaurant - Lechon kawali

    Julie'Z Restaurant

    3.6(696 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    My mom would say that Juliez is her dining room since she wasn't cooking that day…read more Julie'z is a paborite In Kapolei. During the holidays, you have to call days in advance because they run out of pancit!! Couple weeks ago, on a Saturday evening, I called to order a plate of pancit and pork guisantes, 5:30 pm, but they were sold out. That's how beloved Juliez is to the Kapolei community. And the nice thing, they open up early for breakfast, at 7 am. When we have family coming in first thing in the morning, we having breakfast at Juliez not the other local restaurant by the police station. What's not to love? One of our other favorites is shrimp sarciado. It's like a shrimp omelette with whole shrimp, head and shell on, tomatoes, onions, garlic and eggs. Without the shrimp shell on, this dish would not be the same as all the juices sit in the shell. Yup, I've seen locals and tourists visit Juliez for breakfast and order the pancakes. It's nice to see when the tourists try something different and go into beast mode. As far as the interior, not fancy at all but that's ok. Individuals and families enjoy having a meal here. Dishes can be ordered family style or plate lunch style with two or three choice. And everything is reasonably priced. Staff there, although they may not know our names but they know our faces. All are very pleasant. Two things that I wish they had on the menu, tortang talong (eggplant omelette) and a family pack. However, the eggplant omelette maybe an off menu item like the arroz caldo (chicken porridge). I'll ask next time I'm there.

    Killer Pancakes at a Filipino Restaurant in Kapolei? Well I guess if someone on this page asked me…read moreif I tried it I guess I had to make a trek out to Kapolei at Julie's Filipino Restaurant and see what the hype is all about I had to order the Short Stack ($11.50) and the Lechilog which is Lechon served with Pork Abobo Fried Rice Omelet ($15.50). And after the smoke settled I have to say these Pancakes are the real deal. By the looks of it you can say they look like any other Pancakes but after one bite it was truly magical. The Pancakes were super light and fluffy and couldn't stop eating it. I'm glad it came out before my Lechilog so I could dig into it right away. Pro tip, don't let these Pancakes just sit idle on your plate it has to be eaten right away just like eating a Malasada. The only other Pancake that I had that was better than this was at the Four Season's in Wailea Maui. To be frankly honest even if you're not a big fan of Filipino Food I would just come here for the Pancakes As for the Lechilog it was ok. Nothing that would make me want to order it again.The draw here to me is the Pancakes and I would once again make that trek out to Kapolei to get my Pancake Craving. Julie'z is definitely an icon here in Kapolei as it was crazy packed and was lucky to snag a table for one. Friendly Service cool atmosphere. Love to see a family run Restaurant do so good Mahalo Kasla Boun for the recommendation. I just had to go after your comment

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    Julie'Z Restaurant - 2 scoops rice smashed on top of one of the choices. Mushed up the Pinakbet/eggplant

    2 scoops rice smashed on top of one of the choices. Mushed up the Pinakbet/eggplant

    Julie'Z Restaurant - Front entrance

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    Broke Da Mouth Grindz - Kapolei - Garlic Butter Shrimp

    Broke Da Mouth Grindz - Kapolei

    4.6(708 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    @fortunefoodfinds: "MOUTH-watering! A 2 meat combo plate: "spicy" garlic furikake chicken + tender…read moren' juicy braised beef shortribs served with rice n' a side of egg macaroni salad along with chili peppah watah for dipping from BROKE DA MOUTH GRINDZ in Kapolei. When on da west side, this place can't be denied!" SERVICE: fully staffed n' accommodating, asked if the garlic furikake chicken could be half spicy (so my son could eat the chicken too) n' at first they said that would be a 3 item plate but then understood that I wasn't asking for more chicken n' were able to do in addition to the braised beef shortribs INTERIOR: good amount of seating, merch available for sale EXTERIOR: have shaded table seating WAIT TIME: ordered right away, 20 mins for food to come out PARKING: free lot in front with plenty of spaces OVERALL COMMENTS: A 2 meat combo plate can easily feed two people. The spicy garlic furikake chicken is crispy, saucy, n' brings the heat. Give a good amount of pieces. The braised shortribs are so juicy, tender, n' flavorful...a must order. To add even more flavor, the chili peppah watah makes everything next level with a slight kick n' tang. The egg Mac salad is a nice balance to the whole meal. If you're looking for somewhere to eat in Kapolei, this is it!

    OK, so every time it's my day off this place is closed so today I took advantage and came here for…read morethe melt in your mouth braised beef goodness. You can tell the food here is made with love by family. I love the braised beef with one scoop of rice and a side of cucumbers. It's the kind of bite that you never want to end. I did see that today they had a beef stew special that I wish I also purchased. Maybe next Friday. Broke Da Mouth team, you are a gem in this island.

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    Broke Da Mouth Grindz - Kapolei - Big bone beef with luau, brown rice, purple sweet potato salad w/bacon & eggs (not shown).

    Big bone beef with luau, brown rice, purple sweet potato salad w/bacon & eggs (not shown).

    Broke Da Mouth Grindz - Kapolei - Chili Peppah Watah

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    Elena's Home of Finest Filipino Foods - Lechon kawali

    Elena's Home of Finest Filipino Foods

    3.9(944 reviews)
    6.7 mi
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    My friend and I wanted Filipino breakfast so he recommended this place and I'm so glad he did! We…read morewalked in and got in line to order. There were two people ahead of us and we probably waited about 5 minutes to have our order taken which is to be expected. The inside has beautiful decor, lots of pictures of food and vibrant colors and plenty of comfortable seating. We had some questions about the menu and the women taking our order was very helpful with everything. We ordered our food and were told to sit anywhere we like. We ordered an Elena's Mixed Plate 2 plate combo with Diniguan and Monggo Beans with Pork, it came with two scoops of rice. And we also ordered the March Special which had Pancit, Gisantes, Lechon and Pork Adobo Fried Omelet. The Diniguan was made perfectly! Not sour at all but just the perfect amount of flavor.. the Monggo Beans with Pork were cooked perfectly with delicious pork pieces inside. The March Special was such a good deal! The Pancit, made just right, thr Gisantes, spot on, thr Lechon, amazingly fried and the Pork Adibo Fried Omlete was absolutely delicious! Something i didnt know I needed! The rice was also cooked perfectly, not mushy or under cooked but just right! We got cups of water to drink and they brought us out two cups and a pitcher to refill our cups at the table which I can appreciate.. Overall such a great place with kind, friendly staff and amazing delicious food!

    we just love Elena's. Food is ALWAYS fresh, the staff is always amazing…read more Anytime we are craving filipino food this is where we come. Our regular order is pinapaitan, marinated pork (altho I must say, the last 3 times we came I feel like the marinated fried pork is getting thicker and thicker like chopped pork chops, lol.. but still so good) the marinated fried pork used to be thin and crispy, now its thick and juicy, please bring back the old way, lol... We also get diniguan, sari sari, pancit. let me just say, there is not one food that we eat there that we dont like, haha... So if you have never tried them, I suggest you wait no longer :)))

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    Elena's Home of Finest Filipino Foods - Table seating

    Table seating

    Elena's Home of Finest Filipino Foods - Pork gisantes

    Pork gisantes

    Elena's Home of Finest Filipino Foods

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    Tiano's Restaurant - Complimentary dinner rolls

    Tiano's Restaurant

    4.2(555 reviews)
    5.4 mi
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    Upon stepping out of the airplane, we were craving Filipino Hawaiian Food. My party and I were so…read moreglad we found Tiano's nearby HNL. Parking was easy and they had lots of tables available. They said they get busy during peak hours and recommend reservations. The waiters are friendly and the music was 80/90s music. Everything tasted as expected which is what we wanted. The Shanghai Lumpia was crunchy and sweet with the dipping sauce. The Adobo Fried Rice Omelet with Lechon Kawali was a table favorite. Omelet was fluffy soft and the Lechon melted in their mouth but not chewy. Oxtail Soup was flavorful and the oxtail was fall off the bone tender. The Sizzling Pork Sisig was served on a sizzling platter and the spices all mixed well together while cooking the raw egg. The Loco Moco was large and flavorful with the meat holding together and cooked to our requested temperature. Overall prices were reasonable, portions were big, and we were all able to share food. We ended the amazing dinner with fried Ube ice cream!

    Food- 5 stars Service - 5 stars…read moreAmbiance- 4 stars I visited Tiano's restaurant this afternoon and was very pleased with their location. It's conveniently located right off the freeway and very near to wal-mart. There were sufficient parking spaces and not a chaotic parking lot despite the fact that I visited during lunch time. I ordered the Mushroom burger (well done - please don't judge) and a full house salad with creamy, balsamic dressing. The burger was so juicy and served with large slices of onion that really complimented the burger. The house salad hit the spot and gave me the energy I needed for the rest of the work day. I split my meals so that I could eat the burger for lunch and the salad for dinner. Highly recommend you visit Tiano's !

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    Tiano's Restaurant - Mama's Fried Bangus (Milk Fish)

    Mama's Fried Bangus (Milk Fish)

    Tiano's Restaurant - THANK GOD FOR NO PAPER STRAWS!

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    THANK GOD FOR NO PAPER STRAWS!

    DB Grill - Kimchi Pancake

    DB Grill

    4.1(1k reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Just had my mom's surprise bday party here in their upstairs mezzanine area and it was amazing! I…read morebooked with Tessa and she was very helpful (and patient because I reply very slow lol). The booking was very straightforward, they don't charge a space rental fee as long as your party spends at least $1000 on food and drinks altogether. It doesn't have to be on one check, as long as it all adds up. We were able to decorate the area a bit for the party. Of course if you plan on partying here be wary of making too much of a mess or damaging things. Kiki then helped me preorder all the food for the party, and she also assisted with the surprise. Ashley was our server for the night and she did amazing! I was bothering her and Kiki and asking them questions all night and they were so nice and patient the entire time. Everyone was so kind and accommodating, it was as if they were family friends :) the speed of service was great too. I know we put the bartenders to WERK but the drinks still came out in such a timely manner. Finally, the food and drinks were BOMB. I've only been here a couple times before this, so I got to try a lot of items i haven't before at the party. Everyone was raving about the food! So many people who haven't been to DB grill before said they found their new spot. And if you like to drink, they have something for everyone. My grandma kept asking for more soju cocktails . The only thing I would warn about is that the AC is poppin upstairs, so bring a jacket. I would give 10 stars if I could. We love the DB grill crew!!!

    **DB Grill was a mixed experience for a get-together with friends.**…read more The food was actually pretty good overall. We tried the wings and poke nachos, and both were solid. The portions were good, the prices were decent, and it's the type of menu that works well for sharing with a group. Service was okay. The staff wasn't overly friendly, but they were efficient. Parking was good, and the overall vibe was chill, though it did get a bit noisy. The biggest issue was the condition of the restaurant. The place felt pretty run down. The floors were very dirty, the seats were torn and patched with electrical tape, and the windows were so dirty that we actually thought the restaurant had shut down one day when we were walking by. The bathrooms were also pretty gross, even for a casual bar/restaurant. I wanted to like it more because the food itself was good, but the cleanliness and upkeep really took away from the experience. They definitely need to do a better job maintaining the place. I'd probably only return if I heard they had cleaned up and refreshed the entire restaurant.

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    Bar area

    DB Grill - Crispy Garlic Shrimp

    Crispy Garlic Shrimp

    DB Grill - DB Grill at Kapolei Commons, Storefront.

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    DB Grill at Kapolei Commons, Storefront.

    Thelma's Restaurant - Three choice mix, best deal on town for under 14 bucks!

    Thelma's Restaurant

    3.7(657 reviews)
    5.9 mi
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    Thelma's Filipino Restaurant -- Pure, Real, Home‑Cooked Vibes…read moreAs authentic as it gets -- fresh Filipino cooking straight from Nana and all the indai working hard in the kitchen. They never miss. Every plate tastes like it came from someone's home. Big thanks to Omi and Ang for the good company. We smashed all the favorites: Pancit noodles, Pork Guisantes, Sari Sari soup for cold days and the legendary Thelma Special -- the true star of the night (iykyk). Flavor, comfort, and heart in every bite. Always a solid choice when you want real Filipino food done right. Marie

    Picked up lunch for my Co workers on a Friday around 11:30. It wasn't busy & had others picking up…read moreorders. They have disclaimers posted about consuming raw food, refund policy, and take out being your responsibility after it leaves the restaurant (must've explained that too many times - but hey they covered themselves)! Also a notice of 3% surcharge if paying with a credit card. Payment was easy (used debit) & staff was friendly. It looks like a comfy place to relax & get down on Filipino grindz. We got pork adobo (tender & flavorful), pancit mix (too lemony & lil mushy that day), Thelma's special (too salty, they wished I got regular lechon), Shanghai lumpia (ok) & adobo fried rice (good but small portion). The prices are reasonable but not as big portions as I thought would be.

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    Thelma's Restaurant - Counter seating

    Counter seating

    Thelma's Restaurant - Pork Guisantas

    Pork Guisantas

    Thelma's Restaurant - Menu | December 2025

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    Menu | December 2025

    Shay's Filipino Cafe - Special #2

    Shay's Filipino Cafe

    3.8(744 reviews)
    8.2 mi
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    Craving authentic Filipino comfort food in Honolulu? Hit up Shay's for a mix plate featuring…read morepancit, dinuguan, monggo, and veggie lumpia - spot-on flavors that hit all the right nostalgic notes. The pancit was a standout: bihon noodles perfectly stir-fried with green onions and subtle seasoning, light yet satisfying as a side that balanced the richer dishes without overwhelming. Dinuguan brought that deep, savory pork blood stew richness - tender meat in a chocolatey gravy with a vinegar kick, way better than average and not overly gamey Monggo (mung beans) was hearty and comforting, simmered smooth with malunggay or bittermelon options for that homey veggie depth - grows on you with each bite. Veggie lumpia delivered crispy perfection: fresh fillings, not greasy, and a great crunchy contrast to the stews. Generous portions at fair prices, quick service, and that lechon nearby if you want to level up next time. Solid Waipahu/Honolulu Filipino spot - will return!

    Shay's is legit. I…read moreordered the chicken adobo and an order of lumpia. You can't really go wrong with that order. The adobo was tasty. I mean to be fair, no one makes it better than my mom. But this was close enough. The portions are great probably good enough for two. The lumpia were fire as well. 4 for $10 is a bit steep but not too bad. Crunchy wrappers. Tasty inside. They have this vinegar based dipping sauce, that I didn't really enjoy. My mom softens that vinegar by mixing it with ketchup and a bit of sugar if needed. If they had something similar to that it would have been 10/10. As it is, I'm just nitpicking. Shay's did make me miss my mom's cooking a bit but in a good way. I'd totally bring her in to get her take next time she visits. Will totally go back.

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    Shay's Filipino Cafe
    Shay's Filipino Cafe - Pancit Bihon

    Pancit Bihon

    Shay's Filipino Cafe - Special #1

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    Little Manila Market - Little Manila front of store

    Little Manila Market

    4.1(31 reviews)
    3.4 mi

    Past Little Manila Market many times... My daughter shared with me that they serve Filipino hot…read moredishes and desserts. This is one of my favorite foods, SO of course I had to go check it out for myself. Unfortunately, at the time I went there it wasn't available, and was told it wouldn't be available until about 10:30 am. So, I browsed around Little Manila Market... It's a small market and the name says what exactly you'll find here. I seen there was Puto; A steamed rice cake slightly sweet & topped with cheese for $7 for a pack of 6. I purchased a container, Let me say it was very delicious! I opened it up in my car on my way to work and couldn't stop eating it. If I could have I would have eaten all of it before reaching Waikele. I wanted to share some with my husband so I shared 2 with him. I'll be back for more! Hot foods are available: Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays. Location: Ho'opili next to Haus Of Puas. Parking: Street Parking. Seating: Outdoor, tables with umbrellas. Looking forward to trying their Filipino hot dishes & picking up a container or two of Puto. One for me and one for the husband.

    Little Manila Market, (love the store name ) always wanted to visit when this biz. popped up on…read moreYelp, since I love Filipino products. I happen to see a Instagram reel by Joshybu, made me add this to the list to visit ASAP. Note, there are 2 Little Manila Market, the other one is in Waipahu this is at Ewa Beach, located at Ho'opili, great location/convenient for residences of Ho'opili and for those on the west side. Ample street parking and there are few tables out front to enjoy the goods! The store is cozy in the corner, Filipino grocery store that offers a wide range of authentic products, including snacks, ingredients, frozen foods, household items, including pancit canton, my favorites. They carry few local products which I was surprise to see the Pork Hash Factory frozen pork hash and bottled sauce. I enjoyed browsing, now I know where to go when I need more goods when I am on this side of the island. One of the reasons to visit, was the hot foods, this is available on weekends only, I wanted to try the empanada ( from Instagram reel) and the foods but when I arrived after 1 pm, they were all sold out of most of the hot foods. Bummer, note for next time to come early. The only item I got was dessert which we enjoyed. The hot foods is located at the front of the store near entrance. What did I end up getting, pork hash factory sauce ( $3.50) frozen bag of Saba ( bananas) pancit canton noods and bottle of pre-mixed vinegar with the chili pepper in it. The prices wasn't bad. All in all, I am glad I got to visit Little Manila Market, now I need to try the empanadas & hot foods.,-Next time! Oh, it is little Manila Market but filled with TONS of goods!

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    Little Manila Market - Weekend hot food

    Weekend hot food

    Little Manila Market - Next to a flower shop

    Next to a flower shop

    Little Manila Market - Front of store sitting area

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    Front of store sitting area

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