Pioneer Saloon

Name: Pioneer Saloon
Address: 3046 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815, US
Telephone: (808) 732-4001
Price range: $
Rating: 4.5

$ • Japanese, Asian Fusion, Vegan

Hours:
3046 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu
(808) 732-4001

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About Pioneer Saloon

Pioneer Saloon is a popular plate lunch restaurant known for its must-have dish for meat lovers - the Saturday and Sunday limited prime rib. This thick and voluminous cut is tender and delicious and can be paired with a choice of white rice, brown rice, or mixed grain rice, as well as shiso wakame rice. The dish is served with two types of soy sauce. While take-out is an option, it's recommended to enjoy the meal on the spot or at nearby Kapiolani Park. The portion sizes are manageable for one, making it unlikely to result in a food coma, which is great for those with an action-packed day ahead. Parking is available nearby, and ribeye remains a popular option for those who prefer it.

The restaurant features a quirky interior with wood surfaces, vintage surfboards, and framed collage art, creating a neighborhood general store vibe. There are even souvenirs and Aloha shirts available for purchase. Japanese can be overheard from the cooks bustling in the kitchen behind saloon doors. Customers order at the window before entering and wait for their food inside. The Miso Butterfish is pan-roasted and delicately seasoned with miso, butter, and mirin, offering a texture and flavor reminiscent of black cod. The curry is also a favorite, with big pork belly pieces at a steal for $5 as a side. The mochiko chicken and loco moco are highly recommended as well.