I finally stopped by Hamada General Store. My excitement to finally try this place was matched with an awesome brunch.
The order: Ahi Cakes with Dynamite & Kabayaki Sauce on the side and Furikake Rice, Potato Mac, and Pickeled Veg
Talk about being smacked in the face with flavor. The ahi tofu patties already packed a bunch of flavor and a nice ginger kick. Then take a bite with the green onions and rice crackers for a fresh zing and crunch. Then taking a bite in the dip of their dynamite (spicy aioli) and kabayaki (Teri style) made for that sweet, tangy, Lucious bite with a slight heat kick.
Their potato Mac just zipped up to my top of the list Mac salads. It’s soft, creamy, and oh so great.
We were greeted with smile and friendly staff. Food came out in a jippy and delivered to our table.
There is a small rustic and homey designed seating area with a TV.
We will define it be back as there is a lot more on their menu I want to try. Excited for my next stop here
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kathy C
The wafu hamburger steak is one of the best on the island - well balanced with a ponzu and sauteed mushroom and onions, tangy tsukemono, and macaroni salad. Also in a hearty portion for any size of appetite. Recommended!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Williams
The ribeye loco moco was amazing!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Pauline Nguyen
The food is great. I'd prefer they use the compostable containers instead of the plastic ones. Please consider using compostables. Save the island. Save the ocean. Save the turtles 🐢🌊
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ronin
Ngl...the only time I visit Hamada General store is for the Hot Ginger Fried Chicken. I've had other things on the menu, but anytime they post on Ig this special...I call my connection to order and be first in line. Usually when this special is available, it sells out in the first 15 mins at opening. Mind you that they open at 9am...people order 9 at a time....its ridiculous.
Other the years, the ginger chicken has changed...cant quite figure it out, but its not as good as it was.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
V N
Ordered the special, the nori salmon. It was delicious and packed with flavor. I liked the mix of textures, and the added fukujinzuke was a nice touch.
Food: 5
Rick Takeshita
Great elevated local plate lunches, very friendly service, lil pricey but you get what you pay for, a nice meal at a clean local spot 🤙
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Meli
This place is a hidden gem!
Casual lunch spot with delicious grinds.
They mostly offer plate lunches and have four specialty sandwiches. They also had some daily specials.
I ordered the kimchi Ruben sandwich (a regular item on the menu) and oh my goodness was it incredible (I still think about it and it’s been two weeks since we ate here). If I recall correctly, sandwiches come with a choice of side- mac salad all the way for me.
Highly recommend and we’ll definitely be back.
Free parking available in lot infront of building.
Short walk from Ward Center area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Melinda
This place is a hidden gem!
Casual lunch spot with delicious grinds.
They mostly offer plate lunches and have four specialty sandwiches. They also had some daily specials.
I ordered the kimchi Ruben sandwich (a regular item on the menu) and oh my goodness was it incredible (I still think about it and it’s been two weeks since we ate here). If I recall correctly, sandwiches come with a choice of side- mac salad all the way for me.
Highly recommend and we’ll definitely be back.
Free parking available in lot infront of building.
Short walk from Ward Center area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Connie Trinh
I stumbled on this place randomly via Google Maps, wow wow wow! The location is a bit hidden, in the middle of a local district, nice and clean inside. The food is so so good, typical plate lunch offerings, they have regular dishes, sandwiches, as well as specials. I got the steak poke, and the bang bang salmon katsu, so delicious!!! The portion is very generous too. Would love to come back and try the other stuff. The store is frequented by a lot of locals and repeated customers, the staff is very sweet. Highly highly recommend you to step out of Waikiki to get here, experiencing the local aloha.
If I could only eat at one restaurant for the rest of my life, it would be Hamada General Store. I love the way their menu works because it’s always new and fresh. And on top of all that, the food is 10 out of 10. Absolute perfection!
Adam W
One of the best lunch places in the state. Specials are always amazing. The seared ahi today was fantastic. The kimchi reuben is my go to non special item. Hits the spot every time.
Maarten van Royen
Growing up, this was a local grocery store that my mother found deals on food for our large family. The grocery store is gone but the restaurant is fabulous. Check them out on Instagram as well.
Janet Hall
Didn't eat anything, but the menu looked good, maybe a little pricey (1 star deduction). Very friendly stuff!
Peter Yoon
Great place for lunch. Came all the way from Seattle for one of my favorite plate on the menu. Ribeye pok.
I finally stopped by Hamada General Store. My excitement to finally try this place was matched with an awesome brunch.
The order:
Ahi Cakes with Dynamite & Kabayaki Sauce on the side and Furikake Rice, Potato Mac, and Pickeled Veg
Talk about being smacked in the face with flavor. The ahi tofu patties already packed a bunch of flavor and a nice ginger kick. Then take a bite with the green onions and rice crackers for a fresh zing and crunch. Then taking a bite in the dip of their dynamite (spicy aioli) and kabayaki (Teri style) made for that sweet, tangy, Lucious bite with a slight heat kick.
Their potato Mac just zipped up to my top of the list Mac salads. It’s soft, creamy, and oh so great.
We were greeted with smile and friendly staff. Food came out in a jippy and delivered to our table.
There is a small rustic and homey designed seating area with a TV.
We will define it be back as there is a lot more on their menu I want to try. Excited for my next stop here
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The wafu hamburger steak is one of the best on the island - well balanced with a ponzu and sauteed mushroom and onions, tangy tsukemono, and macaroni salad. Also in a hearty portion for any size of appetite. Recommended!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
The ribeye loco moco was amazing!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
The food is great. I'd prefer they use the compostable containers instead of the plastic ones. Please consider using compostables. Save the island. Save the ocean. Save the turtles 🐢🌊
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ngl...the only time I visit Hamada General store is for the Hot Ginger Fried Chicken. I've had other things on the menu, but anytime they post on Ig this special...I call my connection to order and be first in line. Usually when this special is available, it sells out in the first 15 mins at opening. Mind you that they open at 9am...people order 9 at a time....its ridiculous.
Other the years, the ginger chicken has changed...cant quite figure it out, but its not as good as it was.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Ordered the special, the nori salmon. It was delicious and packed with flavor. I liked the mix of textures, and the added fukujinzuke was a nice touch.
Food: 5
Great elevated local plate lunches, very friendly service, lil pricey but you get what you pay for, a nice meal at a clean local spot 🤙
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a hidden gem!
Casual lunch spot with delicious grinds.
They mostly offer plate lunches and have four specialty sandwiches. They also had some daily specials.
I ordered the kimchi Ruben sandwich (a regular item on the menu) and oh my goodness was it incredible (I still think about it and it’s been two weeks since we ate here).
If I recall correctly, sandwiches come with a choice of side- mac salad all the way for me.
Highly recommend and we’ll definitely be back.
Free parking available in lot infront of building.
Short walk from Ward Center area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a hidden gem!
Casual lunch spot with delicious grinds.
They mostly offer plate lunches and have four specialty sandwiches. They also had some daily specials.
I ordered the kimchi Ruben sandwich (a regular item on the menu) and oh my goodness was it incredible (I still think about it and it’s been two weeks since we ate here).
If I recall correctly, sandwiches come with a choice of side- mac salad all the way for me.
Highly recommend and we’ll definitely be back.
Free parking available in lot infront of building.
Short walk from Ward Center area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I stumbled on this place randomly via Google Maps, wow wow wow! The location is a bit hidden, in the middle of a local district, nice and clean inside. The food is so so good, typical plate lunch offerings, they have regular dishes, sandwiches, as well as specials. I got the steak poke, and the bang bang salmon katsu, so delicious!!! The portion is very generous too. Would love to come back and try the other stuff. The store is frequented by a lot of locals and repeated customers, the staff is very sweet. Highly highly recommend you to step out of Waikiki to get here, experiencing the local aloha.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
If I could only eat at one restaurant for the rest of my life, it would be Hamada General Store. I love the way their menu works because it’s always new and fresh. And on top of all that, the food is 10 out of 10. Absolute perfection!
One of the best lunch places in the state. Specials are always amazing. The seared ahi today was fantastic. The kimchi reuben is my go to non special item. Hits the spot every time.
Growing up, this was a local grocery store that my mother found deals on food for our large family. The grocery store is gone but the restaurant is fabulous.
Check them out on Instagram as well.
Didn't eat anything, but the menu looked good, maybe a little pricey (1 star deduction). Very friendly stuff!
Great place for lunch. Came all the way from Seattle for one of my favorite plate on the menu. Ribeye pok.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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