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    OlenaHi

    4.8 (442 reviews)
    ModerateSalad, Hawaiian, Burgers
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    5
    Matthew C.

    I found them! From Republican street to Dole Cannery. Dining at 'Ōlena is a true celebration of Hawaiian and Filipino flavors elevated to a luxury level. Every dish is beautifully presented and thoughtfully crafted, highlighting fresh, locally sourced ingredients that showcase the essence of Maui. The flavors are bold yet balanced each bite feels intentional and unforgettable. The atmosphere is elegant and relaxing, perfectly complementing the refined menu, while the service is warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. From start to finish, the experience feels special and immersive, whether you're enjoying a romantic dinner or a memorable night out. 'Ōlena delivers excellence in food, service, and ambiance. A must-visit dining destination in Hawaiʻi Don't forget they do take outs, Grab and go! Call early and park right in front of Dole theatre's.

    Olena philly cheesesteak

    Love the food here no matter what it is. I'm just not into the really salty and fried stuff that seems to be a common theme in Hawaii. And although I'm not into oily stuff either I got their Philly which is a lot different than what you would expect from other Philly sandwiches in a good way. There's a good mix of veggies and as usual it didn't put me to sleep but boy was I stuffed. And unlike other places I don't get an allergic reaction from all the salt and flavorings they use elsewhere. Just simple and fresh ingredients.

    Kevin W.

    Delicious food, that taste like it's home-cooked and brought out with bright kindness by Rose. This was a gem of a find and the service was top notch. Calamansi lemonade with fresh fruits at the bottom. Unassuming food court ambiance so it's good for kids and families looking for a little bit of space,

    Bakery
    Candace F.

    Highly suggest supporting this small business. Rose is so pleasant and helpful about menu items, and suggestions on what to order. The portions are huge. The offerings so very gourmet. The seating is in the dole courtyard. Everything we ordered was tasty and portions are substantial. Parking is validated for 2 hours at the dole cannery theater lot. We ordered lemon grass bahn mi, fries, combo brownie bread, and the herbal purple tea. For $35 everything is reasonable because of the portions and taste. Bahn mi on warm French bread topped with lemon grass chicken and pickled daikon. So delicious full of flavor. French fries came out piping hot. Herbal tea was so refreshing. The dessert didn't last. We finished it right after lunch. Banana bread was so moist. Chicken was probably marinated with fish sauce which created a flavorful dish. So good. Will definitely come back to and return to try everything on the menu.

    Fruit & nut poi
    Ming Ming C.

    Just had the delicious fruit & nut poi Toasting it makes the crust crispy to complement the poi's rich flavors. I can see how this sells out. 10 / 10

    The front...within the indoor food courtyard.
    Rona A.

    Love, love, love!!! This is such an amazing place to come here in the Dole Cannery where it's truly peaceful. 'Olena by Chef Ron Simon is amazing! It's high quality HEALTHY food is fine dining cuisine for take out with reasonable prices, too. Trust me since I've dined many fancy upscale places that leave you hungry and poor. It's starts with amazing staff like Rose and Ron, and Wendy too that will serve to you in the chill food indoor court area. Today's special was chicken confit with a mushroom reduction sauce along with silky smooth mashed potatoes and mixed fresh salad. I love that they have dressing in the side in a container for us who just loves it plain. Plus don't forget to grab their awesome and yummy drinks too like their Filipino Royale with Butterfly Tea and lemonade made with calamari. Better yet, take one or a couple for dinner to go for the Ohana! My go to favorite is their red wine reduction beef stew that it literally "broke da mouth"!!! Food coma, baby...not really bc it's healthy. Love how everything comes out hot and fresh and the staff knows your name...and most of all, mouth savoring and healthy all in one. So come try it but remember that they only open from 11am-2pm, ok... Bon Appetite!

    Lemongrass chicken banh mi
    Sarah S.

    I had been wanting to try this place since they were on Republican St about 5 years ago but never made it. Today I unexpectedly got to check it out after I literally went "window shopping" for windows at Dole Cannery. I was hungry for something better than a Costco hotdog and recalled Olena was there but not exactly sure where. I was happy to find it located right in the middle of the food court. This cozy and bustling little take out place, had a constant flow of customers going in and out. The menu is simple in that there are not a lot of items but it does cover all the bases with different proteins including lemongrass organic tofu, lemongrass chicken, adobo pork belly, and prime beef brisket. You can get your choice in a banh mi sandwich, on rice , or salad. If you don't feel like a sandwich, they have stew, fish and chips, and soba noodle salad you can grab and go as a healthy option. They also offer baked goods and a variety of fresh drinks displayed in their fridge. Chef Ron's wife, Rose, is a hoot! Full of energy and personality, she can explain each dish and drink in great detail. She informed me that the Filipino lemonade,made with freshly squeezed calamansi and tiny chopped up pineapple is great for digestion. I was all ready to order it until I spied the beautiful purple and yellow Royal Filipino Lemonade. She said it was made with locally grown butterfly pea and even demonstrated how mixing the blue liquid with the yellow calamansi pineapple immediately turned a beautiful violet! I like my drinks watered down so after diluting it with some water it was even better! I got the lemongrass chicken banh mi. She was right about the bahn mi bread being crispy but soft and not sharp so it wouldn't cut your mouth. I liked how I could taste the freshness of each ingredient, i.e, pickled daikon, carrots, and onions, cilantro, and cucumbers. I love Olena's motto : Eat Better Feel Better! Food that's good for the body and soul is the best!

    Pork Adobo
    Carol W.

    Last time I tried Olena's was when they were in the Kalihi district. I didn't realize that they had moved to their current location until recently which is a much better location. Love their fish n chips as the fish is always fresh and the batter is nice and crispy but not too much batter! It was so good I started eating it in the car!! The tartar sauce is also good as you gotta ask for extra! Yesterday, I was hungry and wanted to try their pork belly adobo. It was good and not over bearing with vinegar. The only criteria I had was, I should have had them separate the toss greens because the hot pork belly wilted my salad. I chose the Olena rice and that was good! You know the food is great when they have their regulars and the Mrs knows each customer by their names!!! The food is great but nothing like excellent friendly customer service!!!

    Yvonne W.

    A must when I visit Oahu. I typically visit Oahu once a year and each time, I make sure to stop by Olena's for some delicious foods and desserts. The banh mi and fries are delicious and made to order. Their banana bread is so good, my friends and I order it frozen to bring back to California with us. I personally love their brownies and Filipino lemonade. Besides the food, the customer service is above all others. Rose is always so friendly and kind. She remembers us even though we only visit once a year. Definitely a place I recommend to anyone visiting Oahu!

    Red wine beer stew
    Addie L.

    Their dishes are excellent and reasonably priced too. Beef brisket is one of the best ever had not the traditional BBQ type more of Asian/southern BBQ fusion. Hard to explain just gotta try and will see what I mean. Beef is super tender. Beef stew is another excellent choice. Think of it as a fancy enchanced version of local beef with tender beef and unique flavors and spices. A must try.

    Sign outside, it's right next to Subway
    Sophia C.

    I think I'll start this review off with: Rose is AMAZING! Her enthusiasm is infectious and she really adds FLAVOR to your experience. That said, EVERYONE here is so hospitable. They truly amassed a wonderful collection of people. I feel like every single time I've been here, they've blown me away by going the extra mile and putting a smile on my face. Special shout-out to the son who made the day extra special for my mom when her preferred drink was sold out. Okay okay, but this is a FOOD review. And I can't wait to rave about their Loco Moco which is only available on Saturdays! First things first, I gotta be honest and rave about their grass-fed beef. The patty was EXCELLENT and I know I know, Rose is gonna say that the red wine sauce in place of the gravy is the chef's kiss (and it really is so good I forgot loco mocos with gravy existed in the first place) but I gotta say the patty was delicious and done perfectly. So if that's anything to go by... you can BET I'm gonna try their burger next... which is also a Saturday Special. Now the ambiance... well, you see, it's a take-out place inside a food court/mini-mall. Is the place clean? Yes! Is the place safe? Yes! Do I wish I could eat this gourmet food on a nice plate with real silverware? Also yes!!! But you know what, the food is good, the price is good, and the service is stellar so I feel greedy if I ask for more. Their take-out boxes are legit anyways. OH! Get their ROYAL Filipino Lemonade and get their banana bread bites! SO ONO! Last visited March 15, 2025 but can't wait to go back again!

    Fish and Chips
    Neal N.

    Now this place is on another level in my opinion. I've been reading the reviews on here about this place and just found this place by accident, unfortunately everything was closing at the time so I promised myself to come back here. Finally, had a break from a long work week and decided to go. I had a craving for some beef stew and this place didn't disappoint. It's was so good I wolfed it down in minutes, lol! My wife got the Bahn Mi and she did enjoy it. My pictures show only the Sandwich and the Fish and chips. Sorry, I forgot to take a pic of the Beef Stew. The lady upfront was so friendly and you can tell she just loves her work with a passion. It's a small place but the eating area out front is very spacious and comfortable. I'll definitely go back there to try other foods on the menu. The Chef is awesome!

    Fish & chips
    Hailley O.

    A hidden gem located in Dole Cannery! I ordered the fish and chips and it was one of the best fish and chips on this island! There were big pieces of crispy fish that were nice and flaky. I upgraded to truffle fries and that was a good call! The fries were thin and crispy and had big pieces of Parmesan cheese on top. The lady taking my order was very friendly and even brought it out to me while I was waiting outside. The food came out quickly too so that was a plus. I would come here again for the fish and chips! The other dishes on their menu look tasty too so wouldn't mind trying something different as well.

    Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi. So ono.

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    4.5 mi
    $$

    I loved it here. Truly a hole in the wall. Parking is really tough so street parking is usually…read moregonna be the norm unless you get lucky in their tiny shared parking lot. The guava bar was delicious and flavorful and just crumbles in your mouth! Definitely one of the better guava bars I've tried. Love how crumbly it is. The salmon belly was delicious OMFG. It looks so simple and straightforward but that sht is so flavorful. It is crispy and yet soft on the inside. The salmon belly is cut into bite-sized pieces so I didn't have to worry about using a knife to cut it. I usually try salmon belly where it is usually seasoned lightly to bring out the natural flavor of the salmon, but Guava Smoked's salmon belly is just grilled in a way that makes the salmon sweet/crispy and still get traces of the salmon taste as well. It's definitely not your traditional Japanese-style way of cooking salmon belly but really just their own. I'd go back and get this again. Another thing too. I'd get this with beer. This would hit very hard with alcohol but because I don't drink I need a kombucha. The grilled salmon belly would go perfect with it. Cheers! Uncle was very helpful and kind when serving and if you dine-in he brings it to your table.

    Ordered the loco moco spicy and my husband ordered the mixed plate both with kimchi. Gravy wasn't…read morewhat I expected... country gravy as a loco moco just isn't my style. The patty its self was okay. Nothing super special. Unfortunately no spiciness in this dish. And the kimchi was more on the sweet side rather than the fermented spicy. Tried to add their chili pepper water but again I was left without the fiery kick in my mouth. Definitely has a strong garlicky taste though. Service is quick. But came on a Monday before dinner time so it was slow. Lots of seating and open air flow. Direct parking is limited but street parking is available.

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    Da Ono Hawaiian Foods

    Da Ono Hawaiian Foods

    3.9
    (294 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    3.5 stars We wanted…read moreto try authentic Hawaiian food and came across this spot. The owner was very friendly and took the time to recommend dishes for us, including the laulau and lechon kawali. We also ordered the BBQ short ribs. Overall, it was a good experience trying Hawaiian food, but it's just not really our type of cuisine. The laulau was quite dry, and the preparation felt more like meat that had been boiled or cooked in liquid, which isn't something I usually enjoy. The lechon kawali had a crispy pork belly texture, topped with something similar to a salsa, but it didn't suit our taste either. Unfortunately, the cabbage served with it also had some black spots, which was off-putting. The BBQ short ribs were the highlight of the meal and the dish we enjoyed the most. We appreciate the experience and the hospitality, but the flavors just didn't quite match our personal preferences.

    1. The hours posted on Yelp was incorrect. They open from 12:00 pm…read more A group of us ordered food the night before for pickup at 12:30pm, on Thursday. Then someone wanted to change from rice to poi. I tried many times and no one answered. Their voice mailbox was full. We e ended going there to make the change. He gentleman looked like he was working be himself. We bads to wait almost a half hour for him to finish the order. 2. Price - the prices were higher than expected. All the plates were $26.00 and up. 3. Food - The poi was very tasty and fresh, although a bit watery. The lau lau had a lot of lean pork filling, not a lot of leaves. The long rice didn't have much chicken and was a bit watery too. We enjoyed the sweet potato. There was also lomi salmon, haupia onion and chili pepper water. 4. As mentioned before there isn't much parking. The restaurant wasn't busy when we got there. Overall the food and service was OK. The price was a bit high.

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