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    Tara L.

    FOOD yummy homemade tasting plate lunches! They have breakfast and lunch. They also have select salads available in the cold case. Hopefully they can find someone to do their desserts again soon :) Special Catering options also available for tailgate parties and holidays! Make sure to check out their board for whats available. I got their top sirloin slider catering option. Sooo much food! And soo good. Taro buns with soft rosemary top sirloin. Served with a horseradish aioli and au jus. Also comes with potato mac salad and yum pickles and assorted chips. Added the okinawan soba to my order too. STAFF super friendly and always remember you and what you like to eat Love eating here!

    Roast Pork w/Mac salad & gravy
    Laura U.

    Another Dave lunch spot for me. Their food is always yummy and never disappoints. Got their roast pork w/gravy and it's Yumm!! I always try to get something different on the menu and they do have a nice selection too! Yes, always support local!!!

    Panko Crusted Mahimahi with dill tartar sauce
    Joy N.

    This is one of my favorite places for breakfast!!! They are usually open early - unless they are doing holiday meal specials and need the extra time to prepare that week. There are many choices for breakfast ... but my fave is the mini breakfast. One egg (cooked your way), rice, and your choice of meat. I usually get an over easy or soft scrambled egg with crispy bacon...but the portugese sausage is yummy too!!! Their lunch menu is great too!!! A lot of people call in their order on certain days to make sure they get what they are craving for. There seems to always be a fish choice whether it's poke, katsu or panko crusted. Everything is made fresh and there is a homemade tuna spaghetti salad that you should try at least once!!! My fave is Friday's Panko Crusted Mahi Mahi with a dill tartar sauce...Yes, I said DILL tartar sauce!! Amazing!!! I saved the best for last ... desserts!!!! OMG the cookies are YUMMO. These are homemade as well and there are different flavors, but my favorite are the almond cookies!!! There different desserts to try...and I think I'll try them all sooner than later. They have been open throughout this trying time, they have installed plexiglass at the register, all the workers wear masks and use the hand sanitizer frequently. Pro Tip: Remember to bring your own reusable bag to take all your yummy choices away!!!

    Somen Salad/dressing sweet and a little thick, sticks to salad. Soooooo ono.
    Terri O.

    Purchased lunches for our office and am so happy I found this gem of an eatery. Located in the Pioneer Plaza food court, they have their share of competition. I will say this from the start, they may not be the least expensive but their food is worth the price. They do not disappoint. Tried their tonkatsu which was light and perfectly cooked. Panko was a nice golden color, which made me feel like Chris didn't reuse oil when frying. Pork was not dry, so not overcooked. Also had their homemade chili which was perfectly balanced for me. Not too spicy, not too mild. On separate days, I had the kale noodle salad and somen salad. Winnas!!! The dressings are amazing and the selection of ingredients, though not unique, are very well chosen and implemented well. This pandemic is making me gain weight. So I'm back to eating salads daily. Whether you are a salad lover or are switching your diet to keep your clothes fitting right, The Lunch Spot is the place to go for a great, satisfying salad. Help them out by checking them out.

    Sonia S.

    I'm a fan! Cute little spot down stairs of Pioneer Plaza, located between Heidi's and Cookie Corner. Breakfast served from 7:00 am - 9:00 am. From breakfast sandwiches to eggs with fried rice, eggs with corned beef hash or eggs with your choice of bacon, Portuguese sausage or Spam... all under $5.00. Deals! Lunch ranges from salads, plate lunches, specials of the day, soups. On Fridays you can get Hawaiian food. Service was fantastic and food came out quick! Although today was my first time trying this place, I'm looking forward to frequenting this Lunch Spot more often.

    Patrick Y.

    Had the opportunity to try the Pork Hash special at an event in San Francisco Japantown. Seriously comforting, as this dish tasted like the Chinese Steamed Pork dish my mom used to make. Thank you The Lunch Spot!! Onolishess!!!

    Stuffed Baked Kajiki
    Jasmine P.

    This is the only place I go to order food in Pioneer Plaza! Although I love all the choices I've tried here, my personal favorite is the Stuffed Baked Kajiki, which came with Mac salad for the regular plate lunch (pictured). The fish was soft and cooked well, but what I really liked about it was what was stuffed in it. The imitation crab and celery added a kick to the flavor, and I was surprised that it worked so well. I also don't usually like Mac salad, but I'll always finish the ones they make here. An added plus? They're my go-to place to get gingerade drinks!!

    Egg Battered Mahi Mahi
    Miles I.

    The Egg Battered Mahi Mahi is special on Friday and the Kale Noodle salad is available every day. The Mahi plate comes with three large pieces, a scoop of rice and your choice of toss or mac salad. It was my cheat day so I opted for the mac salad. Their mac salad has diced cucumber in it which is refreshingly different. The tartar sauce is an herbed sauce sans relish. It is very tasty and a nice change of pace from typical tartar sauce. The kale salad is refreshing. The kale noodle sit on a bed of romaine lettuce and is garnished with avocado and tofu slices. Their salad dressing is a tangy sesame style dressing that is a bit thicker then usual which helps it stick to the noodles better. Both can be had for less than $11 which is a good deal considering the quality of the food. I highly recommend this restaurant.

    Mini Hamburger Steak. The middle portion was too undercooked for me.

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    Consistently great quality food and decent size portions. These guys know how to do lunch right

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    EARL Kakaako - chicken rockafeller

    EARL Kakaako

    4.3(685 reviews)
    0.7 miDowntown
    $$

    I ordered the Earl's Cheesesteak and it was absolutely delicious. Hands down one of the better…read morecheesesteaks I've had on island. The flavors were on point, perfectly balanced, and seriously satisfying. Even with a solid crowd when I came in, they moved at a great pace and had my order out pretty quickly, which I definitely appreciated. The shop itself is clean, well kept, and welcoming. You can tell they take pride in their establishment. Now here's my one (very passionate) request: as a sandwich spot, I would LOVE to see a true NYC bodega style chopped cheese added to the menu. Ever since my trip to New York City, I've been reminiscing about those chopped cheese sandwiches nonstop. There's just something different about them. It honestly surprises me that on the island we can find cheesesteaks everywhere, but not a single place offering a legit chopped cheese! If you guys ever decide to add a proper chopped cheese to the lineup, I promise I'd be a weekly regular without hesitation. I know I'm not the only one who would appreciate it! Until then, I'll definitely be back for another Earl's Cheesesteak. Solid food, clean atmosphere, and great service. Keep it up, and please consider bringing a chopped cheese to the island!

    Really tasty and hearty sandwiches that were packed with a lot of filling. I got the turkey club…read morewhich was really good and I love the amount of lettuce they add for a crunch. The chipotle chicken was also really good a bit on the heavier side but a lot of chicken included. I did think the sandwich was going to be bigger for the price of almost $20 a sandwich. Won't be an everyday thing but definitely a nice treat.

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    Le’s Banh Mi - Banh Mi (@miguelmoralesphotography on Instagram)

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    4.8(409 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    I love their sandwiches!! But I don't like their location .. otherwise I would be going back more…read moreoften ... Let me just say ... this has to be one of the best banh mi sandwiches I've ever eaten ... I ordered the Tofu / Mushroom and it was so delicious! The bread had a lot to do with it because it was so crispy .. light and so fresh. . I think the bread is important .. It makes a big difference if the bread is good or not . My friend ordered the Lemongrass chicken and she also enjoyed it. We had to wait a while for our order as they got busier while we were there. Lot of people were doing take outs. It's a very small place on the third floor but there are a couple of tables on the inside and outside .. you can sit down comfortably and eat . They also have drinks such as Iced Tea or Iced Vietnamese Coffee which goes perfect with your sandwich. I will continue to come here to eat their sandwiches .. as long as they continue to make the crispy.. light fresh bread .

    They don't have large menu but they get their banh mi done right! We had the Saigon special and…read morelemongrass chicken. The meats are well seasoned, bread is nicely toasted, pickled veggies are the right sour and sweet balance. Their chili sauce has real kicks! Their service is quick and friendly. They have a few small tables and seats. It's on the third floor of the 808 building. We definitely will go back again!

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    Le’s Banh Mi - Lunch@Le's Banh Mi; 5/21/2024.One of R FAVE Banh Mi Eatery that David & I enjoy eating R Banh Mi Sandwiches from! Roast Pork Banh Mi,Ono!!

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    Nalu Health Bar & Cafe - Veggie wrap with added chicken

    Nalu Health Bar & Cafe

    4.2(453 reviews)
    1.3 miAla Moana
    $$

    Nalu Health Bar & Café is such a solid spot, especially if you're looking for something fresh,…read morequick, and actually satisfying. Parking is super easy with the complimentary structure, and the café is located on the bottom floor alongside other vendors. One thing I immediately appreciated was how well air-conditioned the entire market is--it's nice and cool, which makes sitting and eating there really comfortable. The cashier recommended the turkey pesto croissant, but suggested swapping it onto ciabatta since it's one of her favorites--and I'm so glad I trusted her. It was phenomenal. The flavors were balanced, the bread held everything together perfectly, and it felt like a step above your typical sandwich. I also had what looked like a simple salad, but the vinaigrette and candied pistachios really elevated it and made it feel more thoughtful than expected. The staff across the board were friendly and welcoming, and there's plenty of seating--whether inside the café or out in the open market area. Honestly, the value surprised me the most. I paid under $13 for everything, which is hard to beat for the quality. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to.

    Decent food but poor service…read more Nalu Health Bar & cafe is located in the south shore market at Ward on the ground floor. Seating is limited so it may be difficult to find seating especially during high traffic meal times. May have better luck finding seating outside. I've been here multiple times for lunch and had multiple different items. The acai bowl are good. I like getting the Nalu salad which is always a decent serving and tastes fresh. The sandwiches are also pretty tasty. My main issue is the service. I'm not sure if part of their training is to ignore the customer as much as possible because that has been my experience on multiple occasions. The most recent visit, I had ordered online and was going to pick up m food for takeout. There were three workers at the front just talking. I walked to the counter and was ignored. I could see where the orders are placed and didn't see anything there so figured my order wasn't ready yet. I stood on the side for at least 5 minutes without any greeting or acknowledgement. Not a single person made eye contact with me. When I saw an order placed on the back counter one of them grabbed it and placed it on the takeout counter without calling out the name and went back to chatting. I had to actively try to get their attention at which point I was looked at like I was bothering them. Asked if my order was ready and was handed it without any further interaction. I don't expect happy go lucky people and conversation but at least basic customer service.

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    Hau'oli Sandwich

    Hau'oli Sandwich

    4.9(38 reviews)
    0.8 miDowntown
    $$

    I love that there's such an awesome sandwich truck downtown! There's definitely not enough yummy…read moresandwiches on island!!! The lady at the register was super duper nice and aw so friendly! She made the experience super enjoyable :) I'm glad I went with a friend as we got to try two of their yummy sandwiches! When we went, they are offering different kinds of sandwiches. We got a roast beef and a pesto sandwich. -The roast beef sandwich was definitely our favorite. The bread so toasted and also fluffy. The sauce they had on the sandwich was just so terrific and onolicious!! We devoured it so fast, I can't remember what else was in it other than it was so freakin awesome! -The pesto sandwich was good too but definitely not as memorable as the roast beef. I can't remember exactly what type of meat it was (possibly turkey?). The pesto sauce was good and they put pickled onions in this sandwich so so Ono!!!

    Though the previous owners have passed their beloved food truck to new owners, the food remains to…read morebe amazingly delicious and remains to have the same amazing service with a warm ambiance. They don't necessarily have a set menu so your best bet is to check out their Instagram page to see where they will be and what will they be serving. My favorite sandwich thus far is their po'ipu (turkey, sun-dried tomatoes, and pesto). The bread they use is foccacia which will fill you up pretty quickly. And because they usually operate during work day hours, it is best that you just eat half of the sandwich to avoid that afternoon crash. Prices for these sandwiches may be on the higher side but the quality of the food makes up for it. This food truck is definitely worth checking out. Make sure you follow their Instagram account and see where they will end up. Pro tip: turn on that notifications to see where they are and head there before the lunch rush appears.

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    7-21-22 is the last day for the current owners

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    La Tour Cafe - Li hing Lemonade and a chocolate canele

    La Tour Cafe

    4.3(93 reviews)
    1.1 miKaka'ako
    $$

    Took me two days to savor and enjoy my chocolate and custard Kouign Amann pastries. Besides the…read morepastries I enjoyed their hot mocha latte with whipped cream. Cute little place with a friendly counterperson. Clean and organized.

    We had come here hoping they still had the vegan macarons, but it appears they don't. However, they…read morestill have vegan caneles and apparently the base kouign amann here are vegan! We tried the kouign amann with the toppings she mentioned as vegan (the butter one is not), and they were pretty good, especially with the cinnamon topping! The young lady at the counter was very helpful and patiently pointed out which things were vegan to us, which I really appreciate. The kouign amann seems like a popular item as we bought the last of them (we had wanted four, but there were only three) and it was still early afternoon. There is a parking garage nearby that allowed for long enough free parking for us to go order and grab our goodies to go. The location itself doesn't have a lot of seating space, so it seems best set up for takeout, but it is a pleasantly bright space and the outdoor seating seems like it would be nice as they're not on a main throughfare. It's far from where my family lives on the island that we stay with when we're visiting, but next time we're near Ala Moana around lunchtime, we'll definitely stop by for some vegan goodies!

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    La Tour Cafe - Order counter, we missed the delicious looking desserts in the middle glass case... next time!

    Order counter, we missed the delicious looking desserts in the middle glass case... next time!

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    Bocconcino Hawaii - "Salsiccia and porcini" - San Marzano tomatoes, house made Italian saussage, porcini mushrooms, fresh mozzarella

    Bocconcino Hawaii

    4.5(430 reviews)
    1.1 miKaka'ako
    $$

    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!

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    Little G Cafe By Garibaldi's

    Little G Cafe By Garibaldi's

    4.5(200 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    Just got off an office diet challenge where we ate no carbs for three months and after our diet…read morechallenge the entire office knew we wanted to LIL G'S!! Nothing like eating huge sandwiches and the best pizza around! Our office orders takeout frequently from little g's and we absolutely love it here! We usually have place our order a few days in advance to secure our order for the day we want. They do run out fast so it is safer to place the order in advance too. You can order online but after a certain amount it requires you to phone in your order. I didn't grab a picture of everyone's food but this was the two sandwiches I got! The chicken parm is incredible stacked with 3-4 pieces of chicken parm and their red sauce with mozzarella served hot. The Italian has three different meat with cheese and lettuce and bell peppers served cold. These were served with a different grained bread which was a lil different than what we are used to but still really great! Service here is always great and food is always mind blowing with their large portions and fresh ingredients!

    Legit pizza by the slice - excellent cheese slice which is the best way to judge pizza. The crust…read moreis a little less blistered than some places but is solid, great bite, foldable, served on classic NY white paper plates with wavy rim. They have some creative other slices like vodka sauce with pesto etc which are tasty but if you're a pizza purist and lover you can't go wrong with two cheese slices. There aren't much frills so you can have water or soda from their mini fridge. Almost like going to a corner pizza place in the city. Sandwiches available sometimes. We go early for lunch on Sundays and grab a seat outside. The proprietor was especially kind and friendly to my FIL and I appreciated that. Overall this is the second best NY style pizza place after black shamrock by a small margin - the Jersey pie at shamrock with its awesome sauce and perfect crust is hard to beat but don't think you can order it by the slice. So very very close.

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    Little G Cafe By Garibaldi's - Close up of Sicilian pepperoni and Cremini mushroom

    Close up of Sicilian pepperoni and Cremini mushroom

    Little G Cafe By Garibaldi's - About half of the tables outside. All with an umbrella and there's trees right there, so it's nicely shaded from the sun.

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    About half of the tables outside. All with an umbrella and there's trees right there, so it's nicely shaded from the sun.

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