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    Zippy's Kailua

    2.9 (342 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    ZIPPY'S KAILUA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Katsurean plate
    Alvin K.

    Although "Zips" is not always my first choice, it is a place that I've been going to for over 50 years. They offer a staple of local favorites, which sometimes get updated with new offerings. One of the (only) items I order is their Korean Fried Chicken (KFC). The crispness of the skin is what I really love, along with the sauce glaze. It's not always done perfectly, but still is my go-to dish. They just introduced a new twist called the Katsurean; which is their chicken katsu plate, sauced with the KFC glaze. While the taste is good, the katsu breading loses its crispness with the sauce covering it. If I order it again, I'll definitely ask for the sauce on the side. I rarely dine in, opting rather to use the Zips app to order and pick up at the drive thru. The updates I get over text and the speed and quality of service I receive has always been good. Consistent food quality and a convenient location.

    Chicken Trio
    Jasmine G.

    I think I've been to Zippy's three times already since I moved to Hawaii. I've fallen in love with this diner. The last time I came I tried the oxtail soup. It was very good so I tried it for the second time along with their Korean fried chicken. On my most recent visit, I finally tried the famous Zip Pac... and wow. I don't usually go for fish, but I actually loved it. That's because I'm not a fish person. Their bakery goods are always delicious. Their salad was very fresh and crispy. Unpictured but I actually tried two other pastries which was a mango cake and a flaky dessert that had fruit compote in it. You can't go wrong with going to Zippy's if you're looking for a nice Hawaiian meal! If you're also looking for a spot that gives great desserts and coffee, look no further.

    Biggest rip off ever large chili bowl with rice 3/4 of the bowl was rice i swear like 2 tablespoons of chili this place is ridiculous
    Ryan O.

    What a rip off large chili rice over 3/4 of rice with barely any chili this place is ridiculous #boycott

    Mary Catherine D.

    My husband is traveling for work and spending time in Hawaii right now. He recently tried this restaurant for breakfast. The atmosphere was great! The restaurant is clean and well appointed. The staff was very friendly, and the food was delicious. My husband got the Breakfast Bento box with spam and corned beef. He said it was great! If you're looking for a place to try something a little more authentic, you definitely want to check this place out.

    Jboogie L.

    I had my first Zippy last week. It was okay. Chilli with spaghetti. It seems like a popular spot but seems like a dying chain to me? A bit dated but basic no frills food.

    Chili & fries

    No issues with service, and only ordered chili with fries, both so underwhelming - didn't like either item. Not sure what all the hype is, probably ordered wrong thing, maybe next time will try the Korean chicken and cornbread. But everything in the dessert case just looked old, dry and sad..not sure there will be a next time.

    This weeks special. Korean chicken with chili rice and Mac salad.
    Shanah C.

    I have NEVER had a bad meal at Zippys!! Some locations better than others (but that's based on neighborhood, parking, or service) Can't be in Hawaii and not eat Zippys!! Chili spaghetti, loco moco, and with Napoleons bakery attached, you really can't go wrong!

    Mychel E.

    Extra skimpy mini noodles! $10 for half a mini. Do better Zippy's. This place is always hit or miss and today 11/15/24 @ 645pm whoever was in the kitchen was packing rip offs

    Korean bbq chicken was a good snack and the rice and Mac salad were filling
    Ramiro H.

    I had the Korean chicken and it was pretty good. They have an extensive menu and some other things I'll probably come back and try. The location is good and the staff is very friendly. It's hard to give any fast food spot more than 3 stars because of how it's all just mass production. I enjoy all fast food but it has to be exceptional to get more than 3 stars. Either way, I look forward to trying more of the menu later down the road.

    Bessie C.

    Lots of parking available. This location has the bakery and restaurant. Our fave dish is the oxtail soup and it didn't disappoint. Seemed to have even more oxtail than usual. Kids loves the chili and the Korean fried chicken. Service was fast despite having a large party. Really like how they have the removable wall so the family can feel like they are sitting together.

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    Paul I.

    This is my first time at Zippys. I love the ambience and that it seems to be a local favorite in HI. I was very pleased with the loco moco and it was delicious and filling. Also ordered the April special of miso chicken salad. Although it tasted ok, it was such a tiny portion of chicken. I believe there were 5 pieces of chicken that weighed around 3-4 ounces at the most in total. The service was great. Staff was all smiles. The soda is ridiculously overpriced.

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    Great food, was recommended by a friend who grew up in Oahu. The Korean fried chicken was really good and so was the Khatsu.

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    8 months ago

    Seems you cannot order food without waiting for a half hour, minimum. 25 minutes in and I just ordered chili

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    1 year ago

    Me & my husband always order dinner from Kailua Zippy's. Practically every week. ; ) We loved our local food.

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    Ask the Community - Zippy's Kailua

    It was my first time here, is it normal that the food is served cold?

    It's not normal. It does happen though. I suggest letting the restaurant know about your experience or you can fill out an online form on the Zippys website to file a complaint.

    Can you buy chicken by the piece? 9 is too many and I don't want rice and mac salad

    Aloha Rob! Yes, you may definitely purchase our fried chicken by the piece.

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    Cinnamon's Restaurant

    Cinnamon's Restaurant

    4.1(3.6k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    I have been coming to **Cinnamon's** since 2008, and I can honestly say the quality has never…read morewavered. This is a locally owned, family-run "mom & pop" gem that has been rooted in the Kailua community since the 80s, and you can really feel that aloha spirit the moment you walk in. It is my absolute go-to spot whenever I have friends or family visiting. The Food: The menu is packed with authentic Hawaii flavors. My personal favorite is the **Kalua Pig Eggs Benedict**. It is consistently perfect. They also have incredible specials; I once had a **Kalbi Loco Moco** that was absolutely heavenly. Whether you're going for their famous guava chiffon pancakes or their housemade corned beef hash, you really can't go wrong. The Service: Despite being a busy staple, the service is always top-notch. The staff is attentive, kind, and incredibly helpful. They have a great way of anticipating what you need before you even have to ask, which makes the whole dining experience feel seamless and welcoming. Tips for Visitors: * **Plan Ahead:** This place is a favorite for locals and tourists alike, so it can get busy very quickly, especially on weekends! * **Hours:** Keep in mind they specialize in breakfast and lunch. * **Atmosphere:** It's casual and family-friendly. If you want a real taste of local comfort food served with love, this is the place. Mahalo to the Nam family for keeping the quality so high for all these years!

    Came here after the Pillbox hike before heading to the beach. Thankfully there was no wait and…read moreplenty of parking available. The restaurant itself felt pretty dated with poor ventilation and old carpeting. There were also flies everywhere constantly getting on the food, which was super annoying. The spam meal was decent, but honestly nothing you couldn't make at home in a few minutes. I also ordered the catch of the day, but it tasted more like the catch of the week. Fish was tough, lacked flavor, and the rice was caked up. The one standout was the guava pancake, which was extremely good and probably the best thing we ordered. Overall though, probably wouldn't come back again anytime soon.

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    Times Coffee Shop - Kailua - Hamburger Steak with brown rice and tossed salad plus toast

    Times Coffee Shop - Kailua

    3.7(280 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    The food was awesome, we scrapped our plates clean. We ordered the loco moco (hamburger), two egg…read morebreakfast, chicken, Caesar salad, and the world's famous vanilla macadamia nut coffee, oh yeah and ONE scoop of fried rice! Customer service was superior and we got our food very fast and the ambience was just what we expected a good time at a locals breakfast restaurant. Thank you we are grateful and will come back again in the future. P.S. please try the POG juice, must try... you won't regret it.

    Today I learned that *when* I receive bad service at the onset of my visit, it is imperative that I…read moreeither leave immediately and go find what I'm looking for OR forgive with grace and enjoy my meal. The meal itself (pictured below) was fine. Exceptionally pricey at $30 for eggs, sausage, and rice, but honestly...it would have been fine and amusing if not for the above mentioned service. What I wanted? To be greeted semi-promptly, order taken, food delivered, checked on, bill brought, I leave. What I got? Told to sit, greeted some time later, 2 tables sat after me, they got their order taken, I got my order taken (this is when I should have left but I have a penchant for social experiments), food delivered, bill brought, I left. Wont be back unless my friends want to come. The restaurant wont miss me based on how they talked about me loudly just behind where I was seated. I accept full responsibility for not leaving immediately. All good.

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    Kono's Northshore - Haleiwa Bomber ($15.95) - burrito with "a whole lotta 12-hour slow roasted pulled kalua pork". Good but extremely greasy.

    Kono's Northshore

    4.3(1.3k reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Konos is and always will be the place I go to for my breakfast burrito fix. Use to drive all the…read moreway up to the north shore from town almost 10 years ago just to have their burritos so having the Kailua location nearby is even better! Parking: street side Seating: 5 smaller tables that hold 3-4 people each. There is bench seating outside. Service: ordering was quick & easy. Actually receiving our food took a little over 30 mins but it was a weekend and they were slammed! I'd happily wait every time because the burritos really are that good. Food: nothing tastes better than a konos burrito in a to go bag on the beach. I'm a huge fan of the chorizo burrito add avocado & my husband devours the pork one! Can't beat 2 fat burritos for under $40.

    Well, you can only boycott a good bagel for so long. The chewy, creamcheesy goodness was more than…read moreI could resist today, so I gave Kono's another try. I'm a business owner and to me customer service matters more than anything, even when the experience isn't perfect. Kono's stepped up. Everything went well from order through delivery, and the Tube Bagel was fresh and delicious. They were out of something, but called to offer a choice of substitutions. I would share a photo but it's currently passing through my digestive system and not feeling very photogenic at the moment. Ignore that silly disgusting mess attached to my original review, but I will leave the photos up because I think they are instructive for management. Mission Accomplished Kono's Kailua! Not a criticism but I couldn't communicate with the Uber Eats driver through the website app. Whoever it was found me.

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