This is located in a federal building but it is open to the public! Take the elevator to the 5th floor and follow the same. They're open for breakfast until 10 and open for lunch until 2:00 PM. They have weekly specials, so make sure to check their website. In addition to their daily specials (for breakfast and lunch), they have their permanent items in case you are not feeling their daily specials. Salad bar is also an option and it goes by weight. Pretty good variety of desserts that changes; and all made in-house. Coffee available for breakfast or lunch. Includes soda fountain or bottled drinks. Seatings are plentiful, inside or outside. The staff here are extremely friendly and hardworking. Make sure to give them some alohas and mahalos on your way in and out. Portions are huge and price is affordable -- probably the best place to get good quality food for your buck. Just be careful, they do charge for sauce packets and disposable utensils to make up for their cheap prices.
H Q.
A cafeteria-style dining option... Super convenient if you don't have to look for parking and you already have to pass the security screening to get in the federal building for some reason. The cafeteria always has a salad bar, plate lunch/hot grill made-to-order options, in addition to their daily specials (that are quick since they are already prepared and on the hot service line). They also have boba, smoothies and sandwiches that are made to order. I am a soup person, so I usually get one of their soups (super quick). The selection changes daily. Thursdays they always have Portuguese bean soup. And Fridays are usually some sort of chowder. Check out their website for the specials for the week.
Emily R.
Located on the fifth floor of the federal building, this place is the go to when you don't know what you want to eat. My coworkers and I love going here when we can't decide what to eat for lunch.The workers are really nice and they have a rotating menu every day. Make sure to check out their website for the menu of the day. During a recent trip there for lunch they had a beef stew and shepard's pie combo. The beef stew was good and reminds me of school beef stew which was pretty tasty. The shepard's pie on the other hand had a lot of meat and mashed potatoes. There's a bunch of seating here too! There's views of aloha tower and restaurant row so it's a nice change of scenery and totally worth going through the security check point. If you're in a rush, you can also get the food to go! :)
Candace F.
Although this cafeteria is at the edge of downtown and there's a security area to be wanded through..the breakfasts are worth a visit. For under $6 you can get a delicious breakfast sandwich with your choice of bread, cheese, egg and meat all made to order. Everything is piping hot and sure there is small wait but it gives you time to look at the daily fresh baked goods! The cafeteria staff cares about this little eatery and there are individually packaged gummy bears, chocolates, nuts and other little snacks. On taco Tuesday for $9.20 you get a choice of 3 crunchy tacos or soft shell...so good loaded with fresh veggies, sour cream and taco sauce. The cafeteria also offers special holiday lunches featuring turkey or pot roast loaded with sides. For an eatery located in a federal facility the offerings are extensive even with boba and special smoothies loaded with fruit and kale. Definitely worth a try!
James Ward
Nice lunch options and the patio dining in amazing. Since it's the federal building, though, you'll have to go through a metal detector and security before entrance. Cafeteria is on the 5th floor.
John T.
Not bad for a workplace cafeteria. You can't beat the price and size of their wrap combos which come with a large wrap (different selections) and a side (e.g., french fries). But hands down, my favorite has always been turkey Wednesdays. Their turkey plates, and especially their turkey and gravy is so delicious.
Lily D.
Who would have thought there would be a random cafeteria in the federal building? Not me! I'm kinda glad it's here and I get to enjoy this in the mean time while I'm serving my American duties as a juror. Lol! Parking may be a hassle due to the location but there's street parking. Just watch the posted signs they tow around certain hours. They're on the 5th floor but to get in you'd have to go through security and show your id. Don't be intimidated even tho it looks kinda scary. They're nice to even inform you where to go when you're there. But partially cause they want to know what you're doing there too. Lol! Once you get through that point go down the hall and up the elevator and down another hall and there it is! Actually once you're up there then follow the smell of food down the hallway! Once there, there's separate lines. Ones for salad, burger and daily specials. Check the daily specials board first before making your decision. That day I opted for a burger and fries and so did everyone else. It made the guy behind the counter flustered a little. Once you get your food, head toward the cashier. Then to the next station for your utensils and foil for take out. Or you can just dine in there if you want. Everything was also under $10 and super affordable. I'll be back again!
Matthew Wolfe
The food is generally delicious and affordable.
Tank G.
This place is a diamond in the rough. They have a wide range of menu items, including ice cream sundaes, burger, grilled cheese, salad bar, vegetable, and rotating specials. It is however located on the 5th floor of the federal building so you will have to have an ID and go through airport like security to go there. There is also no public parking so you will have to find a metered spot on the street or a nearby lot. The staff is very friendly and they have a frequent diner punch card that gives you half off your meal after you purchase 10 meals. The food there is decent and very reasonably priced. They have a couple of TVs to watch. The dinning area is huge. There is always seats available. One is usually on sports and the other is on the news. It is a convienant place to eat if you are in the federal building and a great option if you are not.
Dathan C.
On another episode of "Hidden Restaurant, Cheap Eats," we find ourselves on the 5th floor of the Federal Prince Kuhio Court building. Now, you're thinking, "why does a court building have a cafeteria?" When you should be asking, "why doesn't my building have a cafeteria?" Which the answer is because you probably don't work for Google, Facebook, or Apple. Sorry. Any who, the Prince Kuhio Café serves both breakfast and lunch. The grill at lunch handles the made to order hot sandwiches, burgers, fries, and onion rings. There's a DIY salad and sandwich bar that charge by the ounce. In addition, the other hot entrees include specials of the day which are posted on their websites, in addition to multiple combo plate options. Sandwiches include coleslaw, soup, or French fries, which is pretty good for under $8 these days. Most of the items are $7.5 or less, with very few items over $10. The no frills grilled sandwiches and burgers are under $4. I got the pastrami panini special which came with fries for $7.5. Decent amount of tender, tasty pastrami, but not all the cheese was melted. Could be the worker was rushed as the line was backing up. Good crunch on the bread though. Fries could have been crispier, but they did pile them on. I think next time I'll try one of their other specials. Coworker one got the $11 poke bowl special over all salad and they loaded up the fish. Somewhat irregular cuts, but decent quality without an overpowering sauce. Coworker two got the turkey, bacon, and avocado sandwich. She thought it was going to be a wrap, but sometimes the universe likes to play jokes on us. Nevertheless, she ate it all, including the fries. Breakfast is the standard high carb/high fat diet of hot cakes, toast, sausage, eggs, bacon, and pancakes. Not much locally oriented breakfast foods aside from Portuguese sausage and spam. Cold cereal is available in dispensers along with fruit. I did find it strange that a place that doesn't really cater breakfast to local tastes has Halo-Halo as a dessert item. I guess you could eat your Kansas Midwest breakfast while noshing on a Filipino cold dessert. Life's short: be weird. Check out their weekly specials here: Word of warning, you do need to go through airport like security, so bring your ID with you. As it's a Federal court house, there's no parking onsite. There's a vast amount of clean indoor seating and tables with a few outdoor seats, and lots of condiments to spice up your food. They did seem short staffed when I visited. Tentative 3.75 stars
Reasonably price breakfast & lunch options, mostly made-to-order; cafeteria style. They have a stamp card: 50% off your next purchase up to $10 after you make 10 purchases of $7+. Check their website for weekly specials or join their email list. If you work in the area, it's an extremely convenient dining option. They have ample seating both inside and out. Only downside is parking, which is metered street parking or an expensive parking structure in the area.
Rachel I.
My new favorite lunch spot!!! Wish I discovered this place ages ago! Location: In the Federal building. No parking. Enter on Halekauwila Street side and be ready to go through security (metal detector and all). Cafeteria is on the 5th floor. Interior/Ambiance: Fairly clean, ample seating both inside and outside. They have large TVs places around the seating area. A little confusing that you can only order certain food items at certain counters (there's 3) and no clear signage. Food/Prices: Super reasonable prices for very filling lunch. They have their regular food items such as burgers and self-serve salad bar but they also have daily specials that are listed on their website! They also have desserts like ice cream sundaes, jellos and bubble tea. The options are vast. I thoroughly enjoyed my turkey & bacon sandwich with carrot & ginger soup all for $6.23 (tax included). Highly recommend if you're in the area and looking for a filling, affordable breakfast or lunch! They take credit card w/ $5 min purchase. [100 Yelp Review Challenge 2018: 83/100]
Alohagirl
Good quality and affordable meals especially for downtown price.
KIMMIE THOMAS
The cruise was okay! We had a bad experience with the man in charge (Manager). He was very rude to everyone. He continuously yelled at the passengers during the entire boarding process. The cruise was not so relaxing. It was very very rocky. The shrimp were really good. They didnt have alternatives for vegetarians. Everyone received steak and shrimp. The only thing that made the cruise a enjoyable experience was the firework show and the great service from our waiter.
kaipo
Good quality and affordable meals especially for downtown price.
This is located in a federal building but it is open to the public! Take the elevator to the 5th floor and follow the same. They're open for breakfast until 10 and open for lunch until 2:00 PM. They have weekly specials, so make sure to check their website. In addition to their daily specials (for breakfast and lunch), they have their permanent items in case you are not feeling their daily specials. Salad bar is also an option and it goes by weight. Pretty good variety of desserts that changes; and all made in-house. Coffee available for breakfast or lunch. Includes soda fountain or bottled drinks. Seatings are plentiful, inside or outside. The staff here are extremely friendly and hardworking. Make sure to give them some alohas and mahalos on your way in and out. Portions are huge and price is affordable -- probably the best place to get good quality food for your buck. Just be careful, they do charge for sauce packets and disposable utensils to make up for their cheap prices.
A cafeteria-style dining option... Super convenient if you don't have to look for parking and you already have to pass the security screening to get in the federal building for some reason. The cafeteria always has a salad bar, plate lunch/hot grill made-to-order options, in addition to their daily specials (that are quick since they are already prepared and on the hot service line). They also have boba, smoothies and sandwiches that are made to order. I am a soup person, so I usually get one of their soups (super quick). The selection changes daily. Thursdays they always have Portuguese bean soup. And Fridays are usually some sort of chowder. Check out their website for the specials for the week.
Located on the fifth floor of the federal building, this place is the go to when you don't know what you want to eat. My coworkers and I love going here when we can't decide what to eat for lunch.The workers are really nice and they have a rotating menu every day. Make sure to check out their website for the menu of the day. During a recent trip there for lunch they had a beef stew and shepard's pie combo. The beef stew was good and reminds me of school beef stew which was pretty tasty. The shepard's pie on the other hand had a lot of meat and mashed potatoes. There's a bunch of seating here too! There's views of aloha tower and restaurant row so it's a nice change of scenery and totally worth going through the security check point. If you're in a rush, you can also get the food to go! :)
Although this cafeteria is at the edge of downtown and there's a security area to be wanded through..the breakfasts are worth a visit. For under $6 you can get a delicious breakfast sandwich with your choice of bread, cheese, egg and meat all made to order. Everything is piping hot and sure there is small wait but it gives you time to look at the daily fresh baked goods! The cafeteria staff cares about this little eatery and there are individually packaged gummy bears, chocolates, nuts and other little snacks. On taco Tuesday for $9.20 you get a choice of 3 crunchy tacos or soft shell...so good loaded with fresh veggies, sour cream and taco sauce. The cafeteria also offers special holiday lunches featuring turkey or pot roast loaded with sides. For an eatery located in a federal facility the offerings are extensive even with boba and special smoothies loaded with fruit and kale. Definitely worth a try!
Nice lunch options and the patio dining in amazing. Since it's the federal building, though, you'll have to go through a metal detector and security before entrance. Cafeteria is on the 5th floor.
Not bad for a workplace cafeteria. You can't beat the price and size of their wrap combos which come with a large wrap (different selections) and a side (e.g., french fries). But hands down, my favorite has always been turkey Wednesdays. Their turkey plates, and especially their turkey and gravy is so delicious.
Who would have thought there would be a random cafeteria in the federal building? Not me! I'm kinda glad it's here and I get to enjoy this in the mean time while I'm serving my American duties as a juror. Lol! Parking may be a hassle due to the location but there's street parking. Just watch the posted signs they tow around certain hours. They're on the 5th floor but to get in you'd have to go through security and show your id. Don't be intimidated even tho it looks kinda scary. They're nice to even inform you where to go when you're there. But partially cause they want to know what you're doing there too. Lol! Once you get through that point go down the hall and up the elevator and down another hall and there it is! Actually once you're up there then follow the smell of food down the hallway! Once there, there's separate lines. Ones for salad, burger and daily specials. Check the daily specials board first before making your decision. That day I opted for a burger and fries and so did everyone else. It made the guy behind the counter flustered a little. Once you get your food, head toward the cashier. Then to the next station for your utensils and foil for take out. Or you can just dine in there if you want. Everything was also under $10 and super affordable. I'll be back again!
The food is generally delicious and affordable.
This place is a diamond in the rough. They have a wide range of menu items, including ice cream sundaes, burger, grilled cheese, salad bar, vegetable, and rotating specials. It is however located on the 5th floor of the federal building so you will have to have an ID and go through airport like security to go there. There is also no public parking so you will have to find a metered spot on the street or a nearby lot. The staff is very friendly and they have a frequent diner punch card that gives you half off your meal after you purchase 10 meals. The food there is decent and very reasonably priced. They have a couple of TVs to watch. The dinning area is huge. There is always seats available. One is usually on sports and the other is on the news. It is a convienant place to eat if you are in the federal building and a great option if you are not.
On another episode of "Hidden Restaurant, Cheap Eats," we find ourselves on the 5th floor of the Federal Prince Kuhio Court building. Now, you're thinking, "why does a court building have a cafeteria?" When you should be asking, "why doesn't my building have a cafeteria?" Which the answer is because you probably don't work for Google, Facebook, or Apple. Sorry. Any who, the Prince Kuhio Café serves both breakfast and lunch. The grill at lunch handles the made to order hot sandwiches, burgers, fries, and onion rings. There's a DIY salad and sandwich bar that charge by the ounce. In addition, the other hot entrees include specials of the day which are posted on their websites, in addition to multiple combo plate options. Sandwiches include coleslaw, soup, or French fries, which is pretty good for under $8 these days. Most of the items are $7.5 or less, with very few items over $10. The no frills grilled sandwiches and burgers are under $4. I got the pastrami panini special which came with fries for $7.5. Decent amount of tender, tasty pastrami, but not all the cheese was melted. Could be the worker was rushed as the line was backing up. Good crunch on the bread though. Fries could have been crispier, but they did pile them on. I think next time I'll try one of their other specials. Coworker one got the $11 poke bowl special over all salad and they loaded up the fish. Somewhat irregular cuts, but decent quality without an overpowering sauce. Coworker two got the turkey, bacon, and avocado sandwich. She thought it was going to be a wrap, but sometimes the universe likes to play jokes on us. Nevertheless, she ate it all, including the fries. Breakfast is the standard high carb/high fat diet of hot cakes, toast, sausage, eggs, bacon, and pancakes. Not much locally oriented breakfast foods aside from Portuguese sausage and spam. Cold cereal is available in dispensers along with fruit. I did find it strange that a place that doesn't really cater breakfast to local tastes has Halo-Halo as a dessert item. I guess you could eat your Kansas Midwest breakfast while noshing on a Filipino cold dessert. Life's short: be weird. Check out their weekly specials here: Word of warning, you do need to go through airport like security, so bring your ID with you. As it's a Federal court house, there's no parking onsite. There's a vast amount of clean indoor seating and tables with a few outdoor seats, and lots of condiments to spice up your food. They did seem short staffed when I visited. Tentative 3.75 stars
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Reasonably price breakfast & lunch options, mostly made-to-order; cafeteria style. They have a stamp card: 50% off your next purchase up to $10 after you make 10 purchases of $7+. Check their website for weekly specials or join their email list. If you work in the area, it's an extremely convenient dining option. They have ample seating both inside and out. Only downside is parking, which is metered street parking or an expensive parking structure in the area.
My new favorite lunch spot!!! Wish I discovered this place ages ago! Location: In the Federal building. No parking. Enter on Halekauwila Street side and be ready to go through security (metal detector and all). Cafeteria is on the 5th floor. Interior/Ambiance: Fairly clean, ample seating both inside and outside. They have large TVs places around the seating area. A little confusing that you can only order certain food items at certain counters (there's 3) and no clear signage. Food/Prices: Super reasonable prices for very filling lunch. They have their regular food items such as burgers and self-serve salad bar but they also have daily specials that are listed on their website! They also have desserts like ice cream sundaes, jellos and bubble tea. The options are vast. I thoroughly enjoyed my turkey & bacon sandwich with carrot & ginger soup all for $6.23 (tax included). Highly recommend if you're in the area and looking for a filling, affordable breakfast or lunch! They take credit card w/ $5 min purchase. [100 Yelp Review Challenge 2018: 83/100]
Good quality and affordable meals especially for downtown price.
The cruise was okay! We had a bad experience with the man in charge (Manager). He was very rude to everyone. He continuously yelled at the passengers during the entire boarding process. The cruise was not so relaxing. It was very very rocky. The shrimp were really good. They didnt have alternatives for vegetarians. Everyone received steak and shrimp. The only thing that made the cruise a enjoyable experience was the firework show and the great service from our waiter.
Good quality and affordable meals especially for downtown price.