Hawaiian Restaurants near San Carlos, CA

“Walked in not expecting much but was greeted lovingly by a sweet family running shop by themselves. They seemed delighted that we were eating In and the small homey setting really felt like they inviting us to sit at their table. The spam masubi was incredible, served fresh, with a sweet sauce, and a little touch of pork sung in there made all the difference. I got the wagyu beef with egg meal. It also came with that signature sauce and the meat was perfectly seasoned and tender. As we left, packing up the leftovers off the heaping plates of food, the father ran out to give us some extra sauce and make sure we didn’t leave without knowing how much we were appreciated. The incredible food and the family’s hospitality truly made it feel like I was eating a home cooked meal with my grandparents and I would love to come back and support them more!“

“Great place to get together with friends & family. We had about 30 people for a family get together. Service was great. The outdoor patio was the perfect setting! Most of the food was outstanding. We are actually from Hawaii so we’re very critical about the food.“

“Defintely Poke'd Out after the lunch. Ordering method is broken down nicely and listed down well in the menu. It goes like Base + Poke + Mix-in + Sauce + Add-ons. I have chosen the medium sized bowl where I got 4 scoops of poke instead of mentioned 3, all the sizes get additional scoop as complementary. Chose couple of miso shrimp and spicy crab(it was spicy indeed) scoops. Tofu medley was not that great, tough to satisfy vegetarians or vegans. I felt the quantity was overwhelming for one person, small would be more than enough. Priced around $20 for the medium, it's on the expensive side, but the diverse selections make it recommendable. Note that it’s only a to-go restaurant.“

“Amazing poke’ ! Incredible service! Awesome owners! Cool Asian sparkling water flavors! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Lots of good things to say about this place. 1)Food here is da bomb!! They also give you so much food it is bursting out of the take out container.
2)The vibe is chill, no fuss, just totally relaxed
3) there is a dinning area in the back that I love I don’t know why maybe I’m a cat but I love reading and munching back there. No one bothers you. It’s not crowded. You don’t feel like you’re bothering anyone and there is no wait staff so you can just read a book in peace and enjoy really good food!
This place is like my secret hide out“

“Delicious food for this type of restaurant and lots of chicken, beef, pork, and vegetable options. There are also multiple noodle and rice options. There is a lot of turnover so the food is usually fresh and hot when I’ve been there. The staff is always friendly and some are multilingual. There are several tables so you can sit there and eat. The parking lot isn’t huge, but you can park across the street. Also, great value as well. The portions are so large we usually eat it as 2 meals, that is if we can stop ourselves. Haha“

“It’s so yummy 🤤 and the food is so fresh“

“This is the first review of 2025. I accidently ordered off the uber app from a whim. Until I read the reviews meanwhile my meal was in route. I think they changed the cook yall. Chicken was cooked well rice as well. Mac needs its home recipe for sure. Was the chicken hot? No it was warm. But I am very impressed by the improvement. I won't be ordering again though. 😂😂😂😂“

“I usually get the kalbi and chicken katsu half and half, and it is consistently solid every time. The portions are filling, the kalbi is flavorful, and the katsu is crispy and reliable. It is one of those comfort meals where I know exactly what to expect.

Parking can be somewhat difficult since the lot is shared with In-N-Out, which gets busy quickly, especially during peak hours. I almost always order ahead, so the wait time is reasonable and pickup is smooth.

The ambiance is just okay. It is casual and functional, nothing special. The cashiers are fine, not overly friendly but not rude, and service is straightforward.

I keep coming back because it is consistent, filling, and a good value for the price. It is not a destination spot, but it is a dependable go-to when I am craving kalbi, katsu, or classic Hawaiian comfort food.“

“It’s so yummy 🤤 and the food is so fresh“

“A Must-Visit for Musubi Enthusiasts!

This spot is a hidden gem for musubi lovers! Their Spam musubi is perfectly grilled, with seasoned rice and crisp nori. The variety of creative fillings keeps things exciting, and the quality is consistently top-notch. Friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere make it even better. Highly recommended!

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“Was looking for Poke for lunch and decided to give the Poke Hose a try. Decided to build my own bowl, Gothic Tuna, and Garlic oyster Tuna for protein, topped with edamame, green onion, avacado and cucumbers. Sauce was Sweet unagi, topped with crispy onion and orange fish eggs. Everything tasted fresh and was delicious. Wasn't a big fan of the sweet unagi sauce, next time I'll stick to my normal, Ponzu sauce. Definitely would recommend giving them a try if your in the mood for Poke.“

“This Place is so Good and Delicious!!! They have Chinese, Hawaiian and even Pho! Been coming here a lot!“

“I tried the BBQ chicken plate and really enjoyed it. The sauce was flavorful and just the right balance of sweet and savory, and the chicken itself was super tender. Underneath the chicken, they had some sautéed veggies, which added a nice touch. The macaroni salad on the side was also tasty and creamy. It’s nothing flashy or unique, just a classic BBQ chicken plate, but it’s done really well and hits the spot. Definitely one of those solid, go-to meals you can count on.“

“Fresh ingredients and generous portions. Best poke bowl I have had. Very tastey!“

“Healthy, tasty, fresh poke with kind and respectful servers. 5 out of 5 recommend! I like this place.“