JJ’s Island Grindz in Bonita brings a vibrant island atmosphere right to the San Diego area, blending Guamanian, Hawaiian, Japanese, and Pacific flavors in a warm, laid-back setting. The friendly staff and tiki-accented décor create a welcoming vibe, and the enclosed patio—often paired with live music or DJ nights—makes it feel like a casual backyard celebration.
The menu is a feast of tropical comfort foods: standout items include tangy chicken kelaguen served cold with coconut and citrus, succulent kalua pork, juicy huli-huli chicken, hearty Chamorro combo plates, and expansive sushi rolls and bowls. Many dishes come with red rice, macaroni salad, or potato salad, giving a satisfying, home-cooked feel. Unique starters like beef lumpia, empanadas, shrimp patties, and garlic edamame are perfect for sharing, encouraging a communal dining experience.
Portions are generous—most patrons take home leftovers—and the quality consistently scores high across platforms (around 4.6 stars). Drinks like the massive Kahealani’s Wave cocktail add to the festive mood, making it ideal for group gatherings or casual nights out. Whether you’re in for bold island BBQ or just craving big sushi rolls in a fun setting, JJ’s delivers a flavorful escape with aloha spirit.
If you're craving a true island dining experience—vibrant, flavorful, and fun—JJ’s Island Grindz hits all the right notes. From bold Chamorro and Hawaiian dishes to fresh sushi, shareable cocktails, and an unforgettable communal vibe, this place captures the spirit of the Pacific. It's perfect for celebrating, hanging out with friends, or just escaping into great food and good times.
3 hrs no service. We sat in the bar area and did not get acknowledged. Worst service I've ever had. I know they saw us because the bartender even glared at us.
Service: 1
Leo Kats
The large appetizer platter is awesome. Also the sushi burrito is a great value and very filling.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tahanny Erickson
Aloha! Taste of HAWAII & the islands, in Bonita. Food: Authentic Hawaiian flavor, beautifully prepared & displayed. Portions right on for the price.
Service with Aloha!
Can wait to go back! Highly recommend.
Wheelchair accessibility: We do monthly cuttings with a couple of disabled friends. We are glad to have found JJ's Cause we drive far to accommodate our group. JJ's is on the calender now!
Incredible food at an affordable price, incredible service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Lumpia, Chicken Kelaguen Combo and Red Rice
Don Steffen
Good service and good food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tulen Tulen
I really love the food, especially the ribs. It's worth spending and the best. I'm from Las Vegas, and I hope JJ'S can branch out in Vegas. Keep up JJ's!
Honestly, a gem and a staple anytime we're in the area. Chamorro food is on point and you can't go wrong here if you're craving kelaguen or finedene to pour all over. Plate lunch options are also delicious and generous and their menu is so extenstive it's overwhelming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Kelaguen Combo and Red Rice, Ribs, Chamorro Combo Guamanian Dish
Victoria Lopez
This is a lovely local place to really let go and relax. The food is good, staff are lovely and helpful and the atmosphere is welcoming. You really can’t hit wrong here. See you soon
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Romeo Cendana
Vegetarian options: Alot of dishes have vegetarian options / meat substitute.
Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly. Kid menu options.
Wheelchair accessibility: easy accessible
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Kelaguen Combo and Red Rice, Chicken Katsu Plate, Empanadas 4 pcs Guamanian Dish, Ribs
Brian Bibay
Expect large portions.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Lumpia, Seafood Dynamite, Chicken Kelaguen Combo and Red Rice, Loco Moco with Red Rice, Chicken Katsu Plate, Hawaiian Combo, Nui Loco Moco, Roll, Teriyaki Chicken, Spicey Tuna Handroll and Salmon Handroll
Maybe I should have had a chicken dish.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Needs to be cleaned!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
JJ’s Island Grindz in Bonita brings a vibrant island atmosphere right to the San Diego area, blending Guamanian, Hawaiian, Japanese, and Pacific flavors in a warm, laid-back setting. The friendly staff and tiki-accented décor create a welcoming vibe, and the enclosed patio—often paired with live music or DJ nights—makes it feel like a casual backyard celebration.
The menu is a feast of tropical comfort foods: standout items include tangy chicken kelaguen served cold with coconut and citrus, succulent kalua pork, juicy huli-huli chicken, hearty Chamorro combo plates, and expansive sushi rolls and bowls. Many dishes come with red rice, macaroni salad, or potato salad, giving a satisfying, home-cooked feel. Unique starters like beef lumpia, empanadas, shrimp patties, and garlic edamame are perfect for sharing, encouraging a communal dining experience.
Portions are generous—most patrons take home leftovers—and the quality consistently scores high across platforms (around 4.6 stars). Drinks like the massive Kahealani’s Wave cocktail add to the festive mood, making it ideal for group gatherings or casual nights out. Whether you’re in for bold island BBQ or just craving big sushi rolls in a fun setting, JJ’s delivers a flavorful escape with aloha spirit.
If you're craving a true island dining experience—vibrant, flavorful, and fun—JJ’s Island Grindz hits all the right notes. From bold Chamorro and Hawaiian dishes to fresh sushi, shareable cocktails, and an unforgettable communal vibe, this place captures the spirit of the Pacific. It's perfect for celebrating, hanging out with friends, or just escaping into great food and good times.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
excellent food as always
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hawaiian Combo, Islander Sampler
3 hrs no service. We sat in the bar area and did not get acknowledged. Worst service I've ever had. I know they saw us because the bartender even glared at us.
Service: 1
The large appetizer platter is awesome. Also the sushi burrito is a great value and very filling.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aloha! Taste of HAWAII & the islands, in Bonita.
Food: Authentic Hawaiian flavor, beautifully prepared & displayed.
Portions right on for the price.
Service with Aloha!
Can wait to go back!
Highly recommend.
Wheelchair accessibility: We do monthly cuttings with a couple of disabled friends. We are glad to have found JJ's
Cause we drive far to accommodate our group.
JJ's is on the calender now!
Aloha n mahalos!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salad, Hawaiian Combo, Teriyaki Chicken Bowl, Potato Salad, Chicken Katsu Specialties, Shrimp Kadu Bowl, Islander Sampler
Incredible food at an affordable price, incredible service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Lumpia, Chicken Kelaguen Combo and Red Rice
Good service and good food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I really love the food, especially the ribs. It's worth spending and the best. I'm from Las Vegas, and I hope JJ'S can branch out in Vegas.
Keep up JJ's!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salad, Hawaiian Combo, Teriyaki Chicken, Teriyaki Chicken Bowl, Ribs, Chamorro Combo Guamanian Dish
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Good place to eat
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Honestly, a gem and a staple anytime we're in the area. Chamorro food is on point and you can't go wrong here if you're craving kelaguen or finedene to pour all over. Plate lunch options are also delicious and generous and their menu is so extenstive it's overwhelming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Kelaguen Combo and Red Rice, Ribs, Chamorro Combo Guamanian Dish
This is a lovely local place to really let go and relax. The food is good, staff are lovely and helpful and the atmosphere is welcoming. You really can’t hit wrong here. See you soon
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vegetarian options: Alot of dishes have vegetarian options / meat substitute.
Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly. Kid menu options.
Wheelchair accessibility: easy accessible
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Kelaguen Combo and Red Rice, Chicken Katsu Plate, Empanadas 4 pcs Guamanian Dish, Ribs
Expect large portions.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Lumpia, Seafood Dynamite, Chicken Kelaguen Combo and Red Rice, Loco Moco with Red Rice, Chicken Katsu Plate, Hawaiian Combo, Nui Loco Moco, Roll, Teriyaki Chicken, Spicey Tuna Handroll and Salmon Handroll
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