Delicious sandwich, friendly service, not great location, but worth it... filling characters…read morerequired for review

What sets Machete's Mean Sandwiches a part? Their pillow soft bread that's baked fresh daily!…read more It's like a homestyle sandwich but their pillow soft bread takes it to the next level. This location is a small grab n' go situation. Parking can be tough in the area-- so I definitely suggest ordering online for pick up or delivery. I ordered their turkey, bacon, and avocado. Which also comes with lettuce, tomato, and I added cucumber to it for an extra fresh crunch. I ended up only eating half of my sandwich and then eating the other half hours later and it held up well! An awesome lunch choice, especially if you're on the go or possibly a great travel day sandwich. I had a great conversation with the guy behind the counter- super friendly staff. Just be warned, parking is tough and there's really no place to sit and eat your sandwich there.

Hold up- this place betta not be closed! It's my favorite veggie sandwich and has been around since…read morethe 90's. It's owned by the nicest family. Just saw the "Yelpers report this location closed." It's just outside of Duke restaurant in the Outrigger Hotel in Waikiki. 2335 Kalākaua Ave Please someone confirm they are still open.

A little tough to find via Google Maps, but enter the walk-through mall area (towards Duke's) from…read morethe street side, NOT the beach side and walk all the way through and it'll be on your right (near laundry machines). Stuffed sandwiches, one of the best value meals we've found on the island during our stay and it was surprisingly in Waikiki. We got the turkey + avocado sandwich and a build your own salad, total was ~$27, but the portions are large. They don't skimp on the avocado, that's for sure. And on vacation, it can be hard to get in your veggies, but this is the spot to do so! I love that sprouts are a part of their veggie mix. Nowhere to eat really, but they package it up nicely and in a bag for you to take to-go. Great if you're headed to the beach on literally the other side of the building.

Despite YELP saying this place is closed... this place is OPEN!…read more I almost forgot about this place but just ordered for today & Sunday! Thanks to my wife, she reminded me that their broccolini garlic pies & loaded Sicilian pepperoni pies are special & perfect for every Super Bowl party!!! As I said, we ordered for today, as well as for Super Bowl Sunday!

One of the absolute best pizza joints on Oʻahu serving up delicious 18" pies with the most…read moredelicious crust. There a lot of creative variations to choose from but our favorites are the Ilili Supreme and Bianca Verde. Talk about broke da mout. Throw in a side of Choke Garlic Balls (which alone are worth a visit) and you've got yourself a party. Service here is friendly and quick...and the atmosphere here is super casual. While there's a couple of tables to eat at, most will grab and go. Don't want to order an entire pie? You can grab slices here too. Ample free street and private parking in the lot just past the restaurant off Beretania Street. Enjoy!

Needed to get a quick bite after a long day soaking in the beach before heading back to our hotel…read moreroom. Stumbled upon a couple of food areas and decided to go with CJ's New York Style Deli & Restaurant. It seemed very inviting and there was a lot of space in the dining area. We went with a couple of plates. Chicken wings, garlic shrimp and their homemade sliders. It wasn't that busy on a Monday night so the food was out pretty fast and we went back to the hotel to eat. The chicken wings were okay, seemed like they were a bit overcooked and on the smaller size. They lady at the front recommended their Polynesian sauce which is similar to an asian zing. It was okay and just used the ranch dipping sauce instead. The garlic shrimp was just not hitting. I didn't expect it to be like a local shrimp truck quality but it just didn't have enough of a garlic taste and was kind of bland. The sliders were my favorite of the 3 and we mopped that one quick! The fries were also decent and nothing special. I probably would come back if i was in the area but may want to try out the other food restaurants the area as well.

We were staying at the Hilton Hawaiian Village so this was a convenient option for early dinner…read more Staff was nice and friendly. We were promptly seated outside which was good for some people watching. We tried the two vegetarian options they have on menu - veggie burger with black bean patty and the veggie sandwich. I really liked the burger even though it was a little bit on drier side. Sandwich was really stuffed but only had a small slice of eggplant; could be a positive if you don't like eggplant. I like eggplant so not the one for me and it was really thick so I had to literally eat it one slice at a time. I also ordered a Mai Tai which was of course the star of the meal. Definitely recommend this place even if you are not staying in the village and looking for vegetarian options.

"Well, Jerry, they're Japanese. I mean, that TV you watch, that sushi you eat..."…read more - Cosmo Kramer, Seinfeld da Scene: Back again, as they are open when others are not! Tough time of the year, lots of folks take off... was sooo happy to grab a couple of mixed boxes and mochi. Nice to talk to folks excitedly talking about what to get and people watching. Regulars know the score, best bang is start with a combo box and ADD ON your favoties. It's easy to get carried away picking from scratch and end up with a $30 box. da Grub: It's consistently GREAT and SAME year after year. Akule, Nori Chicken, Ahi burger, veg tempura & shoyu pork are my add ons to a A-D box. da Service: can be long line, but moves surprisingly quick, don't be discouraged when you see the line go to the end of the lot, go for it!

"I want you to know that I'm grateful for every moment I've spent with you." -- The Wind Rises…read more I first experienced Fukuya with my parents and so Okazuya has been part of life as far as I can remember. Being of mixed race, I've been exposed to many cultures within my own family. Yet, one of my best memories was being dropped off with my sister to my grandparents house because we knew we would eat well with all the Okazuya foods in grandmas kitchen! Sometimes it was as simple as... Oh, the start of this review was written years ago and I never finished it! So long story short, Fukuya has been around since the 1930's and I've stopped by countless times over the years. Not my favorite Okazuya, but definitely one of the busiest with one of the largest selections! Authentic, convenient, & open before 5am! In the end, I highly recommend Fukuya for those that live in Hawaii with roots that go back generations to the plantation days. Heck, I'd recommend to just about anyone who loves simple picnic foods that our grandparents once enjoyed. Not much has changed over the years except the bright building and prices. Please follow my IG adventures: @eric_travel_guru

Located in Kaimuki near the Crackseed store and Banan, Sprout is a small sandwich shop. There is…read moreparking in the lot near the shop, or street parking. Mostly we go as a takeout spot, although there was a bench outside. Their sandwich menu has variety but is not overwhelming. The people working have also been quite nice! We decided to get the No Comply toasted. While it is a pricier sandwich, as it was about $14, the sandwich came packed with chicken, lettuce, and more. It served as a meal and a half! It was also super tasty with the roasted garlic mayo and pesto. Definitely a go-to sandwich order that I am looking forward to getting again!

I had heard about this place but had never tried it before. I love a good sandwich, so I was…read moreexcited to give it a shot. Ordering ahead was easy and convenient, which I appreciated, and pickup was smooth. When I picked up my sandwich, my first thought was, "Wow, this is a heavy sandwich for a turkey-bacon with added avocado, no onions, and no tomato." At the time I assumed the weight meant a generous portion of turkey and bacon. Unfortunately, when I got back to work and opened it, I quickly realized that wasn't the case--it was the lettuce. There was an overwhelming amount of lettuce packed into the sandwich, to the point where it felt completely out of balance. Instead of being turkey-forward, it felt more like a lettuce sandwich with a few toppings added in. The turkey and bacon portions themselves were surprisingly small and unevenly distributed--one half had about two slices of turkey while the other had closer to a slice and a half. Most of the bacon was also concentrated on one half, so I ended up redistributing it just to make the sandwich feel a bit more balanced. The bread didn't help either. I think I shouldn't have gotten it toasted--it just didn't do it for me. It felt a little off with the filling and didn't add anything to the overall experience. I ordered The Duke, but what I didn't realize was that I was essentially getting a salad sandwich (see pic). I like lettuce on a sandwich, but this was next level--the amount completely overwhelmed everything else inside. The cost was another consideration--my total came to $19.37, including a $3.50 charge for avocado. For the portion size and balance of ingredients, I expected a bit more bang for my buck. If I give this place a second chance, I'll definitely need to say 'lite lettuce'--or maybe just 'no lettuce, please'--unless I want another salad disguised as a sandwich!

Truly a wonderful place. I've spent over a decade traveling to Italy, and I've been all over the…read morecountry. Bocconcino is the perfect place to indulge in all the Italian delicacies I've missed, from meats and cheeses to pizza, sandwiches, beer, and wine. The pizza is spectacular, especially the Margherita. And I was surprised by the wine prices. I picked up a bottle of Pinot Grigio from Friuli for $15, and they provided glasses and a bucket of ice with no corkage fee. I can't wait to try more things here, especially the pizza al taglio, which has always been my favorite snack in Italy. The atmosphere is fun and casual. Seating is limited, but the communal tables make it easy to sit with others and maybe make a few new friends. Service is very friendly and professional. Ci tornerò presto!

I have been meaning to come here for a long time though still have not. I had my brother go and…read morepick up an order of Il Bolognese panini and Salsiccia & Funghi pizza. My brother said the ordering process was ok in the shop but you have to go outside to wait for them to call your name. The Il Bolognese panini had a slight crunch to the crust. The bread was of good quality and the fillings were good though I couldn't really taste the pistachio which is my only complaint. The fungi pizza used the same bread as the panini and it was good also with clumps of melted cheese, sausage, and mushrooms. I would like to try their Neapolitan pizza next time but this was a filling slice. I can see why people have been raving about this place to get good Italian food and I'll be back, this time in person!

First off, I rarely write reviews, but in this case I felt a need to write this one. I've been here…read morebefore several times and service and food has always been stellar. They were obviously running behind today because it took over half an hour to get a sandwich!!!Plus there were 3 workers and another came later. Constant apologies to customers for running behind and even mobile orders were backed up. To add instant to injury my fries were cold. And I love their fries, but not today. I voiced my concern to one of the workers and he apologized and told me he'd make me a new batch. No thanks! Next time bring the fries out hot please. I was going to eat it there. but took my food home instead. 3 stars because my sandwich was tasty.

Stopped by at 8pm and the friendly cashier explained the menu. I ordered the most popular item…read morewhich was the medium American Wagyu French dip and a bottle of Gatorade. Shortly the sandwich arrived wrapped tightly in a bag along with a big cup of au jus dip. The sandwich was packed with perfectly grilled pieces of Wagyu steak, melted cheese without any veggies. Dipped it and the first bite was heavenly. If you love beef like I do, this sandwich is very satisfying. Ambiance was very quiet and comfortable as it was near closing. Meal cost $27 quite expensive for a sandwich however you're in a nice clean restaurant in Kahala so it's worth it to me! Will be back to try other options.

I'm glad that this business thrives despite all the road construction on Dillingham Blvd…read more Since I've been visiting this location I could swear there must have been atleast 4 new owners maybe. But today there was finally a price increase. I love their bread, but why these sandwiches when we can just make them ourselves at home? It probably tastes better when someone else makes them! Today was one of the busiest days I've seen this place get having to wait atleast 20 mins to get my order in. Only one person working . It's pretty much a clean establishment, added a few more tables to dine in. Maybe do a phone order next time! Enjoy!

Yesterday I came in and ordered for the family. I thought it was OK but the price was good so I…read morefactored that into ordering again. Today 3/1/15 I go back to do our weekend order and the prices increased!! I wish they gave notice like other places so it's not a surprise! Now my weekend order cost $15 more when I could have just ordered it with my yesterday order if I had known. So irritated at that. Second, I was waiting for 30+ minutes and I'm getting antsy. I figure I'll go outside. I let her know I'll be back and she says oh your order is right there. Ugh!!! I hate that. If a customer is waiting for their order why can't you just tell me it's ready?????!!!! Horrible customer service on top of the normal sandwich for $12-15 now. I won't be back. Yesterday's service was good though. The two afternoon workers on 2/28/25 were good. Very friendly greeting. And while I was waiting I took a work call so went outside. The guy brought it out to me. Now that's customer service and why the 3 stars. Today was 1 star service. And again the sandwiches are ok. And now the prices are the same as others so not worth it to me anymore. And I just opened it and they're on white not cracked wheat bread. I don't think the person asked me today.

The pastries and cake here are consistently tasty! This Dean & Deluca location is in Waikiki,…read morespecifically on the first floor of the Ritz Carlton. The interior of the store is bright, clean, and luxe, and the left side features a deli section while the right side is for ordering coffee, tea, and pastries. There's a lot of small items that they sell on the shelves, such as jams, snacks, and branded tote bags. Service is generally pretty friendly and quick! My favorite thing to get from this location is their mont blanc, which is light and fluffy with small chocolate bits interspersed throughout. I've tried their latte and mochas before, which are decent but somewhat expensive. I wish they sold cake slices at this location (can be found at the Dean and Deluca in Ward), but otherwise there's a decent selection of pastries available on a daily basis. Will have to come back to try their afternoon tea!

Our very special daughter did it again. Doc treated hubs and I to High Tea here for part of an…read moreearly Mothers Day experience. At exactly 11:30 a.m. patrons are allowed to go up the elevator to the 2 nd floor for their reservations. We had gracious Rhea as our server. Five courses might leave you so full like me. I had to take a few desserts home in a little box. I liked how Rhea let us hold onto the laminated 3 page menus for what we would be having. What I enjoyed the most was the chocolate cake square, crunch of the white pavlova, and curry puff for the tandoori chicken. So many flavors I've not tasted before like cold sweet potato soup or salmon with ikura roll. Oh and I enjoyed the delicate sakura flavored dessert with pickled sakura flower on the top. At the very end we were given pink wrapped cookies and tea bags as a thankyou from Dean and Deluca to take home with a Happy Mothers Day greeting goodbye- very nice touch. Thanks very much Doc.