Mahalo

Name: Mahalo
Address: 1376 9th Ave 2309 # 2309, San Francisco, California, 94122, US
Telephone: (415) 665-1821
Price range: $
Rating: 3.9

$ • Hawaiian, Burgers, Barbeque

Hours:
1376 9th Ave 2309 # 2309, San Francisco
(415) 665-1821

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About Mahalo

Mahalo, located on 9th Avenue, is a Hawaiian plate lunch spot that appears to be Chinese-run, as Cantonese conversations can be heard in the kitchen. The restaurant's ambiance is simple with a minimal tropical feel, and the menu is displayed on the wall in small print. The staff is friendly and professional, providing good service.

The Atkins BBQ Plate, priced at $15.75, includes three BBQ meats, two sunny-side-up eggs, and a tossed green salad. While the eggs and hot black tea are satisfying, the meat was reported to be tough and overly saucy. The BBQ Mix Plate, featuring chicken and short ribs, received mixed reviews—chicken was moist and flavorful, but short ribs were a bit chewy. The rice and mac salad are similar to those at other Hawaiian spots, unremarkable but decent.

Recent reviews highlight the quality of the Chicken Katsu, described as a classic and very good, with generous portions and a comforting vibe. The macaroni salad is also praised for being really good, even by those not usually a fan. Customers appreciate the friendly staff who get the job done, though the atmosphere could be more inviting with music or a lively setting. The restaurant does not serve coffee, which might be a downside for some. Overall, Mahalo offers a variety of Hawaiian dishes at reasonable prices, and the friendly service makes it a pleasant place to dine.