Everything is always in such wonderful fresh condition here. Not to mention that it is organic and healthy!! In addition to that, they offer excellent grab-and-go options. Excellent sandwiches are made with focaccia.
Melvin D.
Everything is always in such wonderful fresh condition here. Not to mention that it is organic and healthy!! In addition to that, they offer excellent grab-and-go options.
Ric C.
What an unlikely review. Haven't been to this eating location on campus for many a year. It has been re-purposed more into a food court type of option when on this side of campus. Back in the day, we would go here if we went to a meeting at east/west center. As things open up, this will be a welcome option when running around campus. There's a Dunkin Donuts here- wish it were Donut King or another local business. If you are at Hamilton Library, there is no better option if you don't want to walk. Right outside the entrance to the library. So if you find yourself on campus and are looking for a place for grinds,, check it out- you may be surprised.
Don T.
Very roomy food court Cafeteria with air conditioning excellent for hot humid summers. For food, so many to choose from like panda Express, Indian Curry, Dunkin donuts, and l & l Hawaiian BBQ.
Vincent D.
Alright so manager lady is lit af. Always remembers my order. Makes me feel like a special princess. They fill that plate to the brim. One time it was so full the plate almost broke. Probably like 2-3 pounds of chicken. 10/10 would go again. Remember kids, don't do drugs.
Lisa T.
Yummy Chinese food for when you're in a rush and want a quick bite to eat. Another positive is no MSG induced headaches.
Antoinette C.
My rating will still stay the same because I rarely go there these days. It's been six years since my last review and almost all of the vendors have been replaced with the exception of popular eateries like Panda Express and L&L. Here is what Paradise Palms offers now and what I think of the changes. Dunkin Donuts I've been here a couple of times and enjoyed their cheaper coffee and snack options. Sometimes I would buy half a dozen donuts just for my family for the weekend. One thing that is a bit disappointing is how he school's food services website mentioned lunch sandwiches but all I saw was breakfast served all day. Boo. I want a chicken salad sandwich, but the closest location is at the airport. -_-. Holoholo Grill I have yet to try anything from here but they take up the most space in the building. They have a ramen bar along with something else which I'm not sure what it is. Lasoon ?????? I can't remember the exact name for this but supposedly they are a new vendor for Indian curry. I have been there a few times and enjoyed this place more than the previous vendor. The chicken is boneless which means I don't have to deal with cooked chicken veins or getting my hands messy. For $10.68 ( that's for a can soda and a chicken curry plate + tax) they give a lot of food. Le Crepe Cafe (2nd location. The original location at the law school is still there.) In my honest opinion, this replacement has been long overdue because Domino's wasn't doing too good throughout my undergraduate studies. They've been struggling so much and I wonder how they stayed in business for so long with barely anyone buying their products. Anyway, I tried a few of their savory crepes and there was a lot of stuff inside. This is lunch in itself.
John L.
as far as food courts go, UH Manoa students have it good. when I attend training or workshops here, I usually eat here once or twice a week. Dunkin Donuts and Holoholo Grill alone make this place pretty sweet for foodies. DUNKIN DONUTS Dunkin Donuts craze is still pretty real in Hawaii. Love their coffee. I hate how confusing Starbucks menu is anyway. their roasted hash browns are pretty legit. UH Manoa students (and guests) get to stand in a much shorter line for the same great drinks and donuts. lucky HOLOHOLO GRILL Holoholo Grill makes me always spend more than I want. lol. it's not that their prices are too high for what you're getting. I just walk in with the intention of trying to save money and being budget conscious. then Holoholo Grill puts out a spicy ahi bento and I just lose my s**** goddammit take my money!!!! $9 ain't bad to be honest. taniokas charges the same I think and it's every bit as good in my mind. but I can see those poor students getting fat and poor from eating these sexy delicious food. how's anybody supposed to resist. I had their poached salmon sandwich with a balsamic vinegar sauce too I think. it was pretty awesome. salmon was nice, moist and flaky. again take my money!!! INDIA CAFE I just had some sort of spinach chicken (apparently their special of the day) mini plate from India cafe. sort of reminded me squid luau. picture is not appealing but flavors are there for the most part. I got their curry cauliflower as my side. curry flavor could have been stronger but meh... not complaining too much. cauliflower is usually boring. I do like the saffron rice though. that's always a nice change from regular white / brown rice from regular plate lunches their mini portions was generous. could easily pass as a regular plate. for those trying to get best value, this might be the way to go. L&L, DOMINO'S, PANDA EXPRESS still got those three places. I can easily find those outside so I don't really bother. but it's nice to have options as a student. whether you are cramming all 3 million pages of the textbook in Hamilton library before your exam because you never went class in weeks... or you just failed a test and need comfort food before you cry, paradise palms ain't a bad place to kick it and refuel yourself
Jennifer L.
Well, they have really spiffed this place up since I last attended UH Manoa! They have way better options, so that is a lucky thing for the present students and staff! While I am temping at UH, I have tried The Curb, India Cafe, Panda's, L&L, the place in the middle (I can't recall their name), and Dominos. The Panda's is on par with all other Panda Expresses on the island. I'm sad they only offer chow mein and fried rice with no option for chow fun (which is my favorite). However, I ordered the eggplant tofu and while there were a generous amount of eggplant (8 pieces?), I had ONE piece of tofu. Seriously, people? The Domino's is fine and on par with standards, but they didn't have the chicken alfredo pasta when I last went and it was at 12:30, the middle of lunch rush. Seriously?? India Cafe is not memorable at all, as agreed by my friend, but I like their prices and it's different than my normal fare. It's just not quite flavorful enough - it's too bland in order to fit the tastes of the audience. L&L is also good and I have nothing to complain about. Their barbeque chicken is one of my preferred items to order! I usually get coffee of some sort at The Curb, and I LOVE their sandwiches. However, I'm not big on eating sandwiches for lunch so I only rarely enjoy their items. They do take a little while, they're not the most efficient of workers. There are a good amount of seating inside and outside, which I like. Lighting is good. I would study here if I were a student. I also enjoy that there is a microwave available, although I wish they'd add an additional one so there are two.
Jon J.
I'll only eat here when I feel like it. The food is good but not as flavorful as your traditional Chinese Restaurants. It's fastfood so it's always cooked and heat steamed in trays till the rush hour comes. So if you catch it on the time periods that it's slow, you may not be getting fresh. Other than that, prices are decent and reasonable. Pros: Good food, good customer service, they give out free samples. Cons: Certain dishes don't taste traditional without the MSG. ;)
Unbelievable! How long have I been going to school at UH Manoa and never knew about this place?!?! Partly because I don't have any classes anywhere near this area to have even known about Paradise Palms. A place that houses at least 5-6 different restauarants all under one roof! Famous L&L Barbecue, Panda Express, a couple Cafes as well as an Indian Restaurant famous for their Curry. Also, a microwave flushed against one of the walls for your convenience to heat your own food brought from home. Definitely a place I'll be making frequent visits just to avoid the Campus Center Cafeteria's famous Gralic Chicken!!! Our world deserves variety and Paradise Palms does exactly that!!!
Donna L.
**This review is for Super Gyros.** Avoid! Eh... I should've known better than to order a gyro from a vendor I've never heard of, but I thought I'd take a chance and give the place the benefit of the doubt. Oh well, lesson learned. The meat they use for the gyro is blah in flavor and texture. The only reason I ate it at all was because I was starving!! I'd rather spend my $7 at Subway next time.
Joei G.
Nothing really special about this place. I mean it has a lot of food options. But that's about it. It's essentially a hub. I'll need to give individual reviews for each vender that's inside. So this place it not a restaurant, it hosts them though. It is however, spacious. It has a lot of indoor and out door seating. They also have a few televisions for people to watch. But the place is a bit messy. It's not terrible, it's essentially like a mall food court, with some trash around, birds sneaking in, and a greasy atmosphere. The restrooms are okay... I say it should be cleaner, but it has soap, water, and paper towels, so at least it has the basics. So what's in here? They have a coffee shop, an indian food vendor, L&L vender, Panda Express vendor, gyro vendor, Domino's vender, and another vender that has an assortment of stuff in the middle of all the vendors. That vendor has yogurt, poke bowls, sandwiches, and other small kind of items. Anyway, restrooms play a big part on how I rate a place. So if the restrooms were maintained with better cleanliness, I'd give 4 stars. Another down side is that the A/C doesn't always work so it feels more hot a greasy sometimes. But for students, with home lunch, and a laptop, it's perfect for some shelter from the elements and outlets for power.
Daniel N.
Paradise palms has a variety of vendors. The main drawback is that it's usually very crowded at or near lunch time. The food is okay but, can be a little pricey! The selection could also be improved! Also, the vendors here do not have bags to carry takeout in. You must bring your own!
Francesca K.
Lots of good options but the hours are limited and they don't give napkins or forks like at campus center. Only to paying customers. Sounds like I'm being stingy but I'm a poor college student oh well. Microwave available which I love
Everything is always in such wonderful fresh condition here. Not to mention that it is organic and healthy!! In addition to that, they offer excellent grab-and-go options. Excellent sandwiches are made with focaccia.
Everything is always in such wonderful fresh condition here. Not to mention that it is organic and healthy!! In addition to that, they offer excellent grab-and-go options.
What an unlikely review. Haven't been to this eating location on campus for many a year. It has been re-purposed more into a food court type of option when on this side of campus. Back in the day, we would go here if we went to a meeting at east/west center. As things open up, this will be a welcome option when running around campus. There's a Dunkin Donuts here- wish it were Donut King or another local business. If you are at Hamilton Library, there is no better option if you don't want to walk. Right outside the entrance to the library. So if you find yourself on campus and are looking for a place for grinds,, check it out- you may be surprised.
Very roomy food court Cafeteria with air conditioning excellent for hot humid summers. For food, so many to choose from like panda Express, Indian Curry, Dunkin donuts, and l & l Hawaiian BBQ.
Alright so manager lady is lit af. Always remembers my order. Makes me feel like a special princess. They fill that plate to the brim. One time it was so full the plate almost broke. Probably like 2-3 pounds of chicken. 10/10 would go again. Remember kids, don't do drugs.
Yummy Chinese food for when you're in a rush and want a quick bite to eat. Another positive is no MSG induced headaches.
My rating will still stay the same because I rarely go there these days. It's been six years since my last review and almost all of the vendors have been replaced with the exception of popular eateries like Panda Express and L&L. Here is what Paradise Palms offers now and what I think of the changes. Dunkin Donuts I've been here a couple of times and enjoyed their cheaper coffee and snack options. Sometimes I would buy half a dozen donuts just for my family for the weekend. One thing that is a bit disappointing is how he school's food services website mentioned lunch sandwiches but all I saw was breakfast served all day. Boo. I want a chicken salad sandwich, but the closest location is at the airport. -_-. Holoholo Grill I have yet to try anything from here but they take up the most space in the building. They have a ramen bar along with something else which I'm not sure what it is. Lasoon ?????? I can't remember the exact name for this but supposedly they are a new vendor for Indian curry. I have been there a few times and enjoyed this place more than the previous vendor. The chicken is boneless which means I don't have to deal with cooked chicken veins or getting my hands messy. For $10.68 ( that's for a can soda and a chicken curry plate + tax) they give a lot of food. Le Crepe Cafe (2nd location. The original location at the law school is still there.) In my honest opinion, this replacement has been long overdue because Domino's wasn't doing too good throughout my undergraduate studies. They've been struggling so much and I wonder how they stayed in business for so long with barely anyone buying their products. Anyway, I tried a few of their savory crepes and there was a lot of stuff inside. This is lunch in itself.
as far as food courts go, UH Manoa students have it good. when I attend training or workshops here, I usually eat here once or twice a week. Dunkin Donuts and Holoholo Grill alone make this place pretty sweet for foodies. DUNKIN DONUTS Dunkin Donuts craze is still pretty real in Hawaii. Love their coffee. I hate how confusing Starbucks menu is anyway. their roasted hash browns are pretty legit. UH Manoa students (and guests) get to stand in a much shorter line for the same great drinks and donuts. lucky HOLOHOLO GRILL Holoholo Grill makes me always spend more than I want. lol. it's not that their prices are too high for what you're getting. I just walk in with the intention of trying to save money and being budget conscious. then Holoholo Grill puts out a spicy ahi bento and I just lose my s**** goddammit take my money!!!! $9 ain't bad to be honest. taniokas charges the same I think and it's every bit as good in my mind. but I can see those poor students getting fat and poor from eating these sexy delicious food. how's anybody supposed to resist. I had their poached salmon sandwich with a balsamic vinegar sauce too I think. it was pretty awesome. salmon was nice, moist and flaky. again take my money!!! INDIA CAFE I just had some sort of spinach chicken (apparently their special of the day) mini plate from India cafe. sort of reminded me squid luau. picture is not appealing but flavors are there for the most part. I got their curry cauliflower as my side. curry flavor could have been stronger but meh... not complaining too much. cauliflower is usually boring. I do like the saffron rice though. that's always a nice change from regular white / brown rice from regular plate lunches their mini portions was generous. could easily pass as a regular plate. for those trying to get best value, this might be the way to go. L&L, DOMINO'S, PANDA EXPRESS still got those three places. I can easily find those outside so I don't really bother. but it's nice to have options as a student. whether you are cramming all 3 million pages of the textbook in Hamilton library before your exam because you never went class in weeks... or you just failed a test and need comfort food before you cry, paradise palms ain't a bad place to kick it and refuel yourself
Well, they have really spiffed this place up since I last attended UH Manoa! They have way better options, so that is a lucky thing for the present students and staff! While I am temping at UH, I have tried The Curb, India Cafe, Panda's, L&L, the place in the middle (I can't recall their name), and Dominos. The Panda's is on par with all other Panda Expresses on the island. I'm sad they only offer chow mein and fried rice with no option for chow fun (which is my favorite). However, I ordered the eggplant tofu and while there were a generous amount of eggplant (8 pieces?), I had ONE piece of tofu. Seriously, people? The Domino's is fine and on par with standards, but they didn't have the chicken alfredo pasta when I last went and it was at 12:30, the middle of lunch rush. Seriously?? India Cafe is not memorable at all, as agreed by my friend, but I like their prices and it's different than my normal fare. It's just not quite flavorful enough - it's too bland in order to fit the tastes of the audience. L&L is also good and I have nothing to complain about. Their barbeque chicken is one of my preferred items to order! I usually get coffee of some sort at The Curb, and I LOVE their sandwiches. However, I'm not big on eating sandwiches for lunch so I only rarely enjoy their items. They do take a little while, they're not the most efficient of workers. There are a good amount of seating inside and outside, which I like. Lighting is good. I would study here if I were a student. I also enjoy that there is a microwave available, although I wish they'd add an additional one so there are two.
I'll only eat here when I feel like it. The food is good but not as flavorful as your traditional Chinese Restaurants. It's fastfood so it's always cooked and heat steamed in trays till the rush hour comes. So if you catch it on the time periods that it's slow, you may not be getting fresh. Other than that, prices are decent and reasonable. Pros: Good food, good customer service, they give out free samples. Cons: Certain dishes don't taste traditional without the MSG. ;)
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Unbelievable! How long have I been going to school at UH Manoa and never knew about this place?!?! Partly because I don't have any classes anywhere near this area to have even known about Paradise Palms. A place that houses at least 5-6 different restauarants all under one roof! Famous L&L Barbecue, Panda Express, a couple Cafes as well as an Indian Restaurant famous for their Curry. Also, a microwave flushed against one of the walls for your convenience to heat your own food brought from home. Definitely a place I'll be making frequent visits just to avoid the Campus Center Cafeteria's famous Gralic Chicken!!! Our world deserves variety and Paradise Palms does exactly that!!!
**This review is for Super Gyros.** Avoid! Eh... I should've known better than to order a gyro from a vendor I've never heard of, but I thought I'd take a chance and give the place the benefit of the doubt. Oh well, lesson learned. The meat they use for the gyro is blah in flavor and texture. The only reason I ate it at all was because I was starving!! I'd rather spend my $7 at Subway next time.
Nothing really special about this place. I mean it has a lot of food options. But that's about it. It's essentially a hub. I'll need to give individual reviews for each vender that's inside. So this place it not a restaurant, it hosts them though. It is however, spacious. It has a lot of indoor and out door seating. They also have a few televisions for people to watch. But the place is a bit messy. It's not terrible, it's essentially like a mall food court, with some trash around, birds sneaking in, and a greasy atmosphere. The restrooms are okay... I say it should be cleaner, but it has soap, water, and paper towels, so at least it has the basics. So what's in here? They have a coffee shop, an indian food vendor, L&L vender, Panda Express vendor, gyro vendor, Domino's vender, and another vender that has an assortment of stuff in the middle of all the vendors. That vendor has yogurt, poke bowls, sandwiches, and other small kind of items. Anyway, restrooms play a big part on how I rate a place. So if the restrooms were maintained with better cleanliness, I'd give 4 stars. Another down side is that the A/C doesn't always work so it feels more hot a greasy sometimes. But for students, with home lunch, and a laptop, it's perfect for some shelter from the elements and outlets for power.
Paradise palms has a variety of vendors. The main drawback is that it's usually very crowded at or near lunch time. The food is okay but, can be a little pricey! The selection could also be improved! Also, the vendors here do not have bags to carry takeout in. You must bring your own!
Lots of good options but the hours are limited and they don't give napkins or forks like at campus center. Only to paying customers. Sounds like I'm being stingy but I'm a poor college student oh well. Microwave available which I love