Very good pho that gets you away from the local resort restaurants that are meh at best

Wahhhh! I really wanted to like this place based on the descriptions of their food on the menu so I was excited to be handed my chicken salad order. It was hefty which meant a good amount of chicken. After the Friday night fireworks we walked over here and promptly placed the order along with an iced coffee for the hubby. Upon opening the box, I was pleasantly surprised by the fried garlic, slices of pickled thin sliced carrots and daikon along with lots of basil. But alas, the chicken was horribly dry. I ate only the greens which were cut leaves of romaine. Nothing special. Hubby enjoyed the coffee and rates it 3.5 out of 5. To the owner-please fix the chicken. A brine first and then cooking will help. read more

Rock N Rolls - Chicken salad - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We loved the food so much we didn't even get pictures hahaha We shared the spring rolls YUM perfect amount for our group of four, fresh and delicious. We had the sautéed noodles with tofu, rice plate with tofu, rice plate with shrimp, and the rice plate with fried shrimp. Each one was so fresh and delicious. The service was great, the woman that helped us was very sweet. The ambiance of the shop is small and quaint. They don't have air conditioning if that's a thing for you, we didn't mind. We ended our meal with the fried bananas YUM read more

Sweetest owner and so receptive to criticism so ideally in the future it'll be much better but as for today's experience it was mediocre at best. Bánh Xèo was very thick and broken so it didn't look appealing and was overwhelmed with coconut milk that it took away for the traditional crepe. Pho was lacking aromatic and flavoring, very underwhelmed to put it mode nicely. read more

Noodles were good but the banh mi was excellent! Large amount of pickled veggies. Delicious crusty bread. Location is fine if you are walking but parking at the building (discovery Bay) is pricey. read more

tasteless and terrible food. The price is high. Service was very bad. We will never go again

This place ended up being what I thought was a refreshing and familiar spot to LA area. Boy was I very wrong. I have never been this disappointed in a Vietnamese place in all the many times I have had this food. The Good: the waitress was pleasant and did not charge me for the extra meat that was of poor quality. The strawberry banana smoothie, though overpriced, was very good. The overall prices were relatively decent. The Bad: the rice was was tasteless and dry, the shrimp was fried with the shell, and the beef was expected to be steak, not the thin rare beef they put in pho. These people have no sense of American standards maybe? Again, the food, which I can't even recall what I ordered was so bland but I was starving and finished it all begrudgingly. The Ugly: the advertised picture of the food was nothing like what came out. The pineapple "chunks" were more like tiny cubits, the rice was dry af, the beef was also dry and inappropriate for that style of dish. They gave me beef that is put in soup. The shrimp was not as advertised. I am too nice apparently. If you're coming here and accustomed to pho, make sure you try that. Don't be like me and try something new based on those photos in the menu! Stick to what you know or just go elsewhere. read more

This place offers some good stuff. There are a few "meat" options for vegans which are very tasty. I think the owner needs to clearly state what kind of food they serve (Vietnamese style) so there is no confusion. Rock and rolls is a fun name but doesn't give much away. I thought it was a sushi place. I got a Vietnamese style plate with rice and seitan beef. The flavoring was awesome and I really enjoyed it. My wife got a couple of fresh rolls - actually, I think it was four fresh rolls on a plate. And my daughter stole from both of us. It's a good price also and sort of hidden where it is. It's sad that I just think of that little stretch is McDonald's and junky places. Which goes back to my issue with the name. Hopefully they just develop enough of a reputation to overcome all that. The owner is the same as another vegan place I've been to, reviewed and blanking on the name (giveaway is all of the Tony Robbins type motivational decor around the place). Also, they had the Nickelback station on the music system. I think the Pandora Nickelback station. All I could think about was a pretty cool YouTube documentary on what happened to Nickelback and how somehow they went from really hot to totally uncool due to some mishap I don't know if it is was on Saturday night live or something like that , but hearing that station and the similar songs was amusing. I digress though. read more

Rock N Rolls - Vegan options - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

After a LONG flight and fighting Honolulu rush hour traffic to get to our condo, we were tired and hungry! We were happy to find this little cafe a block from our rented condo. The chicken pho was light and healthy (plenty of veggies, lean chicken, in a stock that tasted rich, homemade, and not overly salty) and absolutely perfect! read more

Rock N Rolls - Chicken pho for a healthy dinner after a LONG flight! - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We ordered the Hu Tieu Xao (Sauted Noodle) and Banh Xeo (Vietnamese Pancake), it was delicious! It went well with Ginger Lemonade drink and Chardonnay! We're on vacation and will definitely be back to try the other dishes! read more

Rock N Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Came in for afternoon lunch with my friend Had the summer rolls and pho sooooo good and FRESH 10/10 read more

Banh mi: the bread was pretty good, but I wished they put more picked vegetables in it. Also, there wasn't cilantro with the pickled vegetables, which is sad because I love cilantro. The meat, tbh was so-so. I guess I was expecting like a grilled beef, but it was more like the thin flank pho beef peices that were cooked and drowned in some tangy sauce. Not bad, just not what I was expecting and sort of an expensive banh mi for 15 bucks! Pho: the beef pho was pretty good. The broth pretty average, but everything tasted right. Had random huge pieces of onion, which I wasn't a fan of but all in all an ok bowl of pho. Was missing lime and sriracha, Restaurant wasn't busy, there was one family eating in and a lady in front of me ordering a drink to go. I ordered my food to go, and took maybe 10 minutes to prepare. I do like that this restaurant adds some variety to the area, but wouldn't go out of my way to try. But if you're looking for something with fresh vegetables and wouldn't mind paying a little bit more for food than maybe stop by? read more

I love coming to Rock N Rolls whenever I'm in Waikiki. The people are super friendly and the food is fresh and delicious. I am addicted to their veggie spring rolls!!! It's a casual spot across from the Ilikai that is equally great for a pre-beach snack and a full dinner. Highly recommend! read more

terrible service ...NEVER CHECKED ON US .. there was meat in our pho that was questionable... we will not be back ...

I tried the beef bahn mi sandwich. It was ok . I thought the bread and the toppings were great but the beef was the low point . The meat was wet . I also wasn't expecting shredded beef which was fine but it was very wet shredded beef . Not sure if that's the best pairing for this sandwich. I've tried many of these types of sandwiches in so cal where I am from but I just thought it fell short especially for $13 for a smallish sandwich. I might come back to try the chicken , maybe that one is more their specialty or read more

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I love their deconstructed pho stir fry. I got the pork and I had no idea what to expect but it was so tasty! We also had their fried bananas which were meh. I've had better. But the place was clean and open late (a super plus for me, especially as a tourist). The staff was really friendly and while their menu was really small (only 12 items), the items we did try were worth the price. They're in a multi-business building and situated on the corner. You can't miss it as their business sign (unlike the other businesses in the building) is right beside their door! Just walk right across from the McD's and you're there. read more

Ordered: Banh mi Pro: Food was fresh-tasting and good. Good service. Cons: Misleading menu, price, portion size, price, portion size, and price Overall: No, I would likely not return unless I was starving and it was the only place open. We are avid banh mi fans, but far from snobs. However, I should have known that banh mi triple the standard price was probably not worth it, even by Hawaii pricing. We decided to try it anyway. First off, the menu is outright incorrect. It clearly states that the protein is included (as with every other Vietnamese restaurant). It's not. We were charged extra, which then made the sandwich about 4 times what you'll spend in other big cities. Then to top it off, it's small for banh mi! The baguette size is borderline. They are quite underfilled. The only upside was that the taste was very close to what you'd expect. It didn't have enough vegetables, ironically. The restaurant was clean and stylish, especially for the location. In summary, while the food was good, it wasn't worth paying 3-4 times the standard for banh mi; and the shady pricing scheme leaves a sour taste. We were disappointed and won't be returning. read more

Pho isn't something I would typically go for in Hawaii but I found myself ordering from here out of convenience. Unlike most pho places, the menu here was not very extensive - rolls, rice dishes, noodles, and soups are the only things available, each with either chicken, pork, or beef. I opted for a beef vermicelli and wasn't wow-ed by any means. The flavors were mediocre and the beef had a little too much chew to it - IYKYK. The rice dishes did smell good, so if out of convenience you find yourself ordering from here, I would give the other dishes a try. read more

Went here for dinner on my first night in Honolulu. It was conveniently located in walking distance from the condo where I was staying. There were no other diners when my sister and I walked in, but the ambiance and decor was amusing to us. We also enjoyed people watching out the large window by which we sat. It is clear serving healthy, whole ingredients is paramount to the mission at Rock N Rolls. The summer rolls were a delicious starter and tasted incredible with the peanut sauce. For my meal I ordered the salmon rice. The salmon was cooked so perfectly and seasoned so well, it is not an exaggeration to say I got a little teary-eyed as I rolled it around in my mouth. My sister enjoyed her seared noodles and helped me finish my dinner, too. Very satisfying and pleasant meal! read more

Rock N Rolls - my sister's seared noodles behind the SUMMER ROLLS and salmon rice bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Located across red lobster next to subway This place is your average run of the mill Pho place. Not anything special other than they accomodate vegans as their specialty.....besides having vegan options they also have regular pho menu items of course. This was a real fast last min just pick up food and go kind of stop (lol that was an interesting phrase) anyways food was good...generious portions (enough for two meals) and price was reasonable. So yep definetely a prospect for Pho and especially convenient for vegan options read more

Wandered in here looking for a snack and split some summer rolls and a banh mi with my wife. Fantastic, really hit the spot!

You don't want to miss this place, service is great, curry is phenomenal! If I could give them 10 stars we would. Had to come back 3 times on our vacation. Prices are good. read more

A bit expensive but delicious. I did pickup, the GOS sent me around the block three times before I figured out it's in the Paradise Bay mall. Street level, have to pay $2 for first half hour in the parking structure. read more

I liked it. Vietnamese Baguette was tasty and I really enjoyed the lemonade. Ladies who were running things were friendly and efficient. Good option if you're in the area and don't want fast-food or ABC Store pre-packaged options. And they're open until 9:01 PM. So if you're there at 9 PM, you're good. read more

Rock N Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

came here for a quick lunch and it was NOT disappointing. Good sandwiches and dishes for lunch. read more

Rock N Rolls - best bah mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Came in for an early dinner/late lunch. Food was overall good however the service from the staff was not great. We placed our order at the counter right next to the door, when inquiring about their happy hour cocktails, the server mentioned that they were not ready yet. Ok, sure, so we ordered happy hour beers and asked about getting a couple of glasses of water. The server then said that they don't have glasses of water but tried to sell us bottled water instead. After spending $60+, you'd think having a glass of water would be ok, they have glasses and running water; you don't need much more ingredients than that... Given the food was decent, I suggest doing take out only due to the service inside. read more

Super cute spot right across from the beach. We got mai tais and tofu bahn mis. So so so good. The pickled veg on these sandwiches is next level. Vegan options and really friendly staff. I'll be back many times while on this trip. read more

Rock N Rolls - Mai Tai - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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This place was very rude They kicked us out after we ordered because they were closing They didn't even let us take our food to go We were eating at 8:20 pm when their sign says they close at 9:02 pm I am a tourist here Very disappointed Would not recommend at all read more

Healthy food, uniquely delicious created and served with aloha. Conveniently located next to McDonalds...make a better choice and eat here! You will not be disappointed. I was so glad to find a fast, casual place to eat good food nearby my hotel, a block from the Prince Waikiki. I had the veggie wrap with tofu, it came on a homemade yummy wrap with fresh organic spinach, shredded carrots, avocado, tofu, and I asked for the sauce light. Also came with some pickled veggies. So good! read more

Rock N Rolls - Entry way, kind of hidden in the same building as Mc Donald's and across the road from the ABC Store. - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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The food here was delicious I went two days straight I had the rice plate which you can choose from chicken beef or shrimp, I had the chicken which came with a sticky rice and a salad which was good fresh cucumbers carrots and a sweet dressing when I went back the second day I got the same thing but I asked for there curry sauce on top it took this dish to another level you can dine in or out read more

Rock N Rolls - The rice plate with chicken and salad - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Came here on a Sunday afternoon for lunch with my family. It is tucked inside the building but located next to the McDonalds. We ordered the sautéed Pho with tofu, the Curry with tofu, banana wraps and Thai tea. The sautéed pho was our favorite and was pleasantly surprising as we've never came across Sautéed pho at any other established Furthermore, the ladies are very polite and accommodating. They even helped as bag all our leftovers and were so sweet! read more

A new find! It's just minutes from the Hilton Hawaiian Village. We had noodle soup & spring rolls. I had chicken rolls & shrimp noodles. Excellent! We will be back. Excellent service! There is a 3% charge for credit cards. read more

Clean place. Nice place to grab a quick casual bite and a beer on a hot day. . read more

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I went here today to get some pho that I've been craving for over a mont! It was close to where I was so I gave it a try. The broth was so delicious and so was the noodles and brisket. The brisket was perfectly cooked and I like that they put the mint and bean sprouts in the soup without giving me a wasteful plateful. The soup was great but it was $16 for a bowl which was a bit more than what I remember paying at other places, but it was in the edge of Waikiki. I only dock a point because the seating is a bit uncomfortable- there are counter spaces and "tables" made of large cans which have an ingesting aesthetic but not as comfortable as sitting at a regular table and chairs. I would go back here again for the food if I get a chance. Thank you!! read more

Rock N Rolls - Brisket Pho Noodles $16.75 - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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It's okay Viet food... pho was weird and the banana dessert was okay. Very ripe bananas are used and if you like ripe bananas I recommend. The place is tucked away and very cute. The workers are really nice and the prices are what you get in Honolulu. read more

Eaten here twice. Curry a little sweet. But the pork sandwich was the best on island. read more

Rock N Rolls - Best veitnames sandwich on island - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Stopped in based on walking by and the menu looked good. They've only been here a couple months and we will totally be back again!!! We had the shrimp summer rolls and they were excellent! Good size portion and so light and refreshing. The staff was also very friendly. It's a must try! read more

Rock N Rolls - Shrimp summer rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I had a craving for Pho and heard of this new spot that opened at Discivery Bay. My husband and I were in the area and the photos online of the food looked good. The lady taking our order was super nice! Unfortunately, because we came in about 20 minutes before closing they were out of steak and some other items. I ordered the chicken pho while my husband wanted to try their sautéed pho and because they didn't have the chicken spring rolls we went with the veggie ones instead. To top it off, we both ordered the ginger lemonade, which was delicious and very refreshing! One of the reasons for the 3 stars is that the tables and seating was not very comfortable. The tables were revamped steel drums which was kind of cool but the chairs were a variety of hard metal bar stools and metal chairs. This is not a spot I could take my elderly grandmother because there is no way she could sit up on those stools without falling. I would recommend that they have even just a few regular tables with shorter seating to accommodate individuals like my Grams. As for the food... my husband did enjoy his sautéed pho. The veggie spring rolls were okay. However, I was not very happy with my chicken pho. The photos online pictured the pho served with fresh basil, bean sprouts, and other herbs. All they gave me was a bowl with soup, a bit of chicken, and a ton of noodles. There was barely any herbs, bean sprouts, or veggies in it at all! I think they should have at least given me the option to add the herbs and veggies on the side even if I had to pay a little extra for them. This is the first vietnamese restaurant that did not serve their pho with veggies. Needless to say, I was definitely disappointed. However, the curry did look good... so maybe I'll come back and try that and see how that goes. read more

This is the first time in life that I ate Vietnamese food. I came to this place while on vacation and I like their selection of food since I'm a Vegan. Their Tofu Sautéed Pho and banana rolls were AMAZING! The two ladies behind the counter were so nice and the ambiance is cute rustic design! Love it! read more

Rock N Rolls - Sautéed Tofu Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Good pho and great service. When I needed comfort food, this was the stop to get rid of my sore throat and feeling run down.