43 Best Barbeque Restaurants in Honolulu

“Delicious! I will be back! Mahalo“

“Delicious! I will be back! Mahalo“

“Simple, shareable, strongly spiced food, reasonably priced but will make you want to drink. Cozy, maybe 10 tables total. Bonus points for being open late but that will mean rowdy tables. Party room next door overwhelms the ambiance with skull-numbing, throbbing bass. Limited parking.“

“Love this place Foods great Great service Awesome“

“I’d give Mama Woo’s zero stars if I could - for ruining every other meal forever.

It was so delicious that every restaurant since has been a disappointment.

Frankly, serving food this good is irresponsible when we’re all forced to return to ordinary meals.“

“When I was growing up, going to school across the street at Aliamanu, they only had Pioneer Chicken at that corner of the Shopping Center. Several years later, after Pioneer Chicken was no more, I was pleased to discover this new Korean BBQ place that opened up there.“

“Phenomenal food, service, and atmosphere. Quite possibly one of the best restaurants I’ve eaten at. We ended up ordering several different dishes because everything brought out was top notch and delicious. 10/10 recommend stopping in and eating — you won’t regret it!“

“Reasonably priced, great service and they put lots of food in the plate lunch!“

“Don’t frequent this place because I don’t live in the area. Got a barbecue cheeseburger deluxe, fries, and a can of Coke for less than 15 bucks. Burger was good. Fresh bun, fresh veggies. The fries were hot and crispy and not greasy. I was very satisfied.

Dining area was small, but bright and cool. Other people were eating big breakfast combos that looks good. I’ll I’ll definitely go back if I’m in the area. I remember I got a late lunch with barbecue beef there before. That was good too.“

“Friendly staff and yummy food.“

“Best chicken in Hawaii 🔥🔥“

“I’ve had L&L and many other variations, but this is the best Hawaiian BBQ I’ve tasted, full stop.Ordered the BBQ mix plate and chicken katsu, and every component - from the rice and macaroni salad to the meat - was perfect.Don’t hesitate, just go here.“

“Service with a smile. Tasty ribs for the soul. Oh yea, the beans were superb! Bozie Jones BarBQ is located on South King Street across the street from St Mary’s Episcoplal -the church with the huge red cross on the front. Bozie is opened 12noon to 6pm, Thursday through Sunday. Yum yum eat em up!“

“Food & service were exceptional!“

“Best garlic shrimp I’ve ever had! I’ve been to 15+ eateries ordering the same dish on the mainland and the Hawaiian islands. The guava fried chicken and Lilikoi Pie were epic too! �“

“We ordered 2 trays of shoyu chicken for a fundraiser and everyone loved it! Will definitely order from Richie’s again.“

“Eh, Howzit! Omg we haven't even eaten the food yet and it has been an awesome experience. It ain't the cheapest meal on the island, but it is a ton of food from the looks of it and we got a little bit of everything. They have all the classics, poke, like 5 kinds, chicken in garlic and teriyaki. Peak, hero level ribs, smoked beef, argh! Just got our food and must go eat the rest of it! Catch you next time!“

“For a quick bite of Korean BBQ, Family BBQ is the perfect pre or post airport stop. The Kalbi and Meat Jun were both flavorful and perfectly cooked. There's an ample selection of sides to choose from and all of it was fresh and delicious. Kim, the owner was friendly and delivered superb customer service.“

“Hanna and Ming are so awesome. The food is soooo yummy. They make special requests for me without batting their lashes. Their curry is really good and matches well with... well... everything!!! I usually ask them for salt and pepper chicken with curry. They add fresh spicy peppers, jalapeños I think, and onions. Its really amazing. I wanted to change it up and asked for steamed fish with curry and just peppers and Ming was like "Sure, I can do that." I didn't want rice or Mac either and he said no problem. This is what I got! Nice and spicy, fish is so tender and their curry sauce is always my go to. I'm serious, its pretty amazing!!“

“My boyfriend (Drew) and I picked up dinner here last night and the BBQ beef sandwhich was amazing!!! We love how the spice of the sauce wasn't too spicy. The pickled daikon and carrots complimented the spice and the beef was cooked to perfection.

We were very surprised by the mung bean tapioca pudding. We were not expecting to like it. Overall, it was not too sweet and had a good flavor to compliment the BBQ Beef sandwhich.

Great spot for lunch or dinner! Fast & great service 🤙“

“Excellent Korean BBQ! It was recommended by a local- great service and delicious food, great quality, decent portions at a decent price! Need reservations by calling restaurant.“

“If you’re in Waikiki and looking for a good Korean meal without spending Waikiki prices, definitely check out Topped!

They have a lunch special every day from 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., where you can choose either the bulgogi or spicy pork bowl for only $9.99. In Waikiki, finding a filling meal for under $10 is already a win! 😂 The meat had plenty of flavor, the portions were good, and it’s one of those easy spots when you just want something tasty without doing a full sit-down restaurant.

The service was friendly and quick, which is perfect when you’re grabbing lunch or just want something fast while walking around Waikiki.

The atmosphere is very casual since it’s more of a Korean food stand than a traditional restaurant. Nothing fancy, but that’s part of the charm—you order your food, grab a seat, and enjoy. Great little hidden option for locals or visitors looking for affordable Korean food in Waikiki.

Definitely coming back, especially for that $9.99 lunch special!“

“Most knowledgeable running company around 🤙🏻“

“self rotating skewers were so delicious and fun to watch. side dishes were amzing too“

“The food is amazing and the service is always with Aloha 🥰“

“Excellent experiences at BBQ town. They star of the show for us were the Teri beef burgers. Such an explosion of flavor in your mouth. Also pictured on another occasion was the short rib mini plate which as you can see is enough for at least one meal if not two. I called ahead for both our orders and picked up. The staff is super friendly. The prices are extremely reasonable. Definitely recommend visiting!“

“Out of all the BBQ spots on the island that we ate at, and we ate at A LOT, everybody agreed that Bob's was by far the best. We were skeptical when we parked, but it was amazing and so worth it. We came back multiple times and each time ordered the Teriyaki Pork, Chicken Katsu, Egg Rolls and the Mixed BBQ Plate which came with the Kalbi, chicken and pork. The portions were huge, the Mac salad was delicious, the rice was perfect, and the Kalbi wad perfectly cooked. Make sure to help yourself to some cups of their teriyaki and shoyu to make the rice and meats extra tasty. Outdoor seating only, so sit down and enjoy the happenings at the intersection, talk to your friends/family, or take the food to go. 10/10 experience each time, and we will be back for the best BBQ on the island“

“Soneli was straight bumpin’ the whole night cooking up in the back and D is so genuine, great service great atmosphere this 5-6x time going since I’ve moved 👍🏾 if your gonna get local kine Trydis 1st!

- Ace Boog“

“Holy cow this place needs to be on the map for everyone to try!!! The char siu with the roasted pork combo is the BEST! The pork was so juicy and crunchy. The char siu hit the spot. My husband and I have traveled to quite a few places and never have we been to a restaurant and have had both char siu and roasted pork so flavorful. The only thing we regretted was not visiting this place again before leaving Hawaii. This restaurant is truly a hidden gem! Keep up the good work New char siu house you guess are making great things happen!!!“

“The freshest Poke on the Eastside, hands down! Mahalo“

“If you’re looking for an authentic Korean restaurant in Oahu, Hawaii, this is the place! It’s located in the heart of Honolulu and is run and staffed by Koreans. Inside, it feels like a real Korean restaurant in Korea—the atmosphere is very genuine.

The food tastes great, and the portions are big enough. They soup I had was bit salty. Other than that it was great.

They are just like in Korea. They even serve poke as one of their side dishes! That was awesome and definitely a unique touch.

Tips start at 18%. It has a limited parking spots even though free. I would say this is one of the best Korean restaurants in Hawaii. Highly recommended!“

“My sister took us out for a birthday dinner. When we walked into the restaurant we were pleasantly surprised with the interior, very nice and inviting. Not shown, but we also had SOON DUBU JJIGAE and BIBIM BAP. Overall very good quality food. The BANCHAN/side dishes were very fresh and we enjoyed the variety. The wait staff was very friendly, helpful, and accommodating. We noticed on the menu they do have a lunch special. We will definitely return in the near future. Highly recommend you make a reservation, they are busy!“

“but watch out for da guy begging fo money..I offered him half moom or pok hash n he declined food only want money..forget that..“

“We opted out of our reservation for the dining room and ate in the bar. Didn't catch the bartender's name but she was wonderful. The Mai Tai was great and our food was delicious. It was a thoroughly enjoyable meal.“

“Wow…we loved our meals. We stopped here by quickly on our way from Waikiki to the airport, and easily found street parking. The vermicelli bowls with lemongrass chicken & tofu (and a banh mi with pork + chicken) were so fresh, so filling, and really high quality. Delicious Vietnamese iced coffee. The service was kind, as well. Highly recommend for a relaxed & high quality meal!!“

“So delicious! Huge portions for relatively cheap prices. Staff were very friendly with quick service!“

“During our stop, we tried a few of their local selections: Aloha Blonde, Hop Lei IPA, Aloha Lager, and Red Zeppelin—the last one was my husband’s favorite. The brewery also features a spacious dog-friendly Beer Garden taproom, merch shop, and brewery tours.

Depending on the day, you may also find live music, trivia nights, and other events. We especially enjoyed“

“If you’re working or wandering through downtown Honolulu and need a legit food win, do yourself a favor and stop by My BBQ. 🔥

From the moment you walk in, the staff sets the tone—super friendly, quick, and dialed-in. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like a regular even if it’s your first visit.

Now let’s talk about the real reason you’re here: the meat jun. My wife and I have been on a serious hunt for the best one on the island, and we both agree… this is the spot. They don’t skimp either—thick cuts of meat, a perfectly balanced batter, and that sauce? Just the right touch of sweetness that ties everything together.

Portions are generous, quality is consistent, and everything just hits the mark. Whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch between meetings or planning catering for an office event, they make it easy and go above and beyond to accommodate.

Hands down one of our favorite spots in town. Highly recommend.“

“Wonderful lunch! Thank you“

“chicken katsu and all rice“

“Always love ordering take out here at Ono Korean bbq. I'm craving kalbi today. Always quick and friendly service.

Vegetarian options: You can order just the side dishes as a plate mix. They will let you chose 4-5 side dishes items. I love their broccoli and bean sprout side dishes. They also have plain tofu as side dish.

Parking: There's always plenty of parking. We never had a time where we would go looking for parking.“

“Lamb skewer shop. A restaurant that serves grilled food. It's delicious ~ I like that it's close to Walmart. Good for a quick drink. Revisit 2023.Absolutely delicious ?Cheap and delicious. The alcohol is cheap and good! 2024 3/31 Happy Easter. It's good to have a break.“

“Our fave restaurant in Waikiki. We ate here on our first night, had our first American Thanksgiving here & made sure we came back on our final night. Food & service was amazing every time!“