Lono Blue is a hole in the wall run by the staff of a catering company. I was curious to try it because of their extensive menu. I tried the gyudon beef bowl, Sunday bento with mahi mahi, Okinawa pork belly, Japanese chilled ramen, housemade pork hash, futomaki, housemade kimichi, and tamago nigiri. Overall, I thought the quality of the food was subpar. I didn't enjoy any of the dishes except the housemade kimichi to be honest.
Chelsea R.
I literally had to stop in the middle of my meal to write this review because their food is that delicious. Lono Blue Kitchen is definitely worth the wait. I do recommend bringing patience with you though since it is evident that this is a pure small business. It appeared when we went that there was one person manning the kitchen and the front. Staff was clear about wait times though and that they check availability on certain items. For ambiance, there isn't a ton of seating available and it is open air. If you want to sit and dine, you may have to wait if another party is there already. There is street parking available so keep your eyes peeled when you're looking for a spot. Everything is seasoned so well. And the flavor profile that you're expecting with dishes like the takoyaki are delivered-which definitely makes the taste buds happy. Our katsu was crispy and didn't feel greasy.
Brian S.
This time I went with my friend and we basically ordered a pretty big survey of the menu. The thing that stood out is really good with the spring rolls with brown rice wraps. Full of fresh veggies and very tasty. I had a combination, salmon, tuna, almost like a poke bowl with some veggies and egg I'd say it was a 3 1/2 star item. We had the cabbage pancake, which reminded me of eating in Japan. And some potato croquettes which also we're pretty good.. the service was friendly. They were patient attentive, answered plenty of questions about the menu. The all the food was made fresh. They do have tables out to eat, but we chose to take our food to a park.
Maris Olsen
Do yourself a favor and skip cooking on Sunday to eat at the Lono Blue Kitchen in Wailuku. I ordered a salmon poke bowl, and it was fresh and delicious. My husband ordered tempura, and pronounced the shrimp delicious and the veggies fresh and tasty. Meals for takeout or dine at an outside table. Enjoy!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ryan Yoshimoto
We ate the Sunday bento and a tempura roll. You can tell they take pride in the food they make. food was top notch. definitely going there every Sunday from now on to try the whole menu. Everyone should at least try it. you wont be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Linda Mizumoto
Authentic Japanese & Asian food! Delicious!!!Extensive menu offerings, the daily specials are on three sandwich boards!!! Something for everybody!
Lono Blue is a hole in the wall run by the staff of a catering company. I was curious to try it because of their extensive menu. I tried the gyudon beef bowl, Sunday bento with mahi mahi, Okinawa pork belly, Japanese chilled ramen, housemade pork hash, futomaki, housemade kimichi, and tamago nigiri. Overall, I thought the quality of the food was subpar. I didn't enjoy any of the dishes except the housemade kimichi to be honest.
I literally had to stop in the middle of my meal to write this review because their food is that delicious. Lono Blue Kitchen is definitely worth the wait. I do recommend bringing patience with you though since it is evident that this is a pure small business. It appeared when we went that there was one person manning the kitchen and the front. Staff was clear about wait times though and that they check availability on certain items. For ambiance, there isn't a ton of seating available and it is open air. If you want to sit and dine, you may have to wait if another party is there already. There is street parking available so keep your eyes peeled when you're looking for a spot. Everything is seasoned so well. And the flavor profile that you're expecting with dishes like the takoyaki are delivered-which definitely makes the taste buds happy. Our katsu was crispy and didn't feel greasy.
This time I went with my friend and we basically ordered a pretty big survey of the menu. The thing that stood out is really good with the spring rolls with brown rice wraps. Full of fresh veggies and very tasty. I had a combination, salmon, tuna, almost like a poke bowl with some veggies and egg I'd say it was a 3 1/2 star item. We had the cabbage pancake, which reminded me of eating in Japan. And some potato croquettes which also we're pretty good.. the service was friendly. They were patient attentive, answered plenty of questions about the menu. The all the food was made fresh. They do have tables out to eat, but we chose to take our food to a park.
Do yourself a favor and skip cooking on Sunday to eat at the Lono Blue Kitchen in Wailuku. I ordered a salmon poke bowl, and it was fresh and delicious. My husband ordered tempura, and pronounced the shrimp delicious and the veggies fresh and tasty. Meals for takeout or dine at an outside table. Enjoy!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
We ate the Sunday bento and a tempura roll. You can tell they take pride in the food they make. food was top notch. definitely going there every Sunday from now on to try the whole menu. Everyone should at least try it. you wont be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Authentic Japanese & Asian food! Delicious!!!Extensive menu offerings, the daily specials are on three sandwich boards!!! Something for everybody!
Food: 5
Service: 5
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