50 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Waimanalo

“L & L is hands down one of my all-time favorite spots for a plate lunch! I ordered the BBQ chicken plate with rice and Mac salad, and every bite was a taste of pure joy. The flavors are always on point, and the portion sizes are generous, ensuring you leave with a satisfied appetite. But what truly sets L & L apart is the impeccable service provided by their staff. They are incredibly friendly and welcoming, making every visit a delightful experience. I can't wait to be back for more of their mouthwatering dishes! If you haven't tried L & L yet, you're missing out on some seriously good eats!“

“Guava Smoked has such an interesting story behind it. The owners would hike around on the island and harvest the invasive strawberry guava wood that's on the island and use it to smoke their meats.The result is flavorful, sweet smelling meat and it is seasoned to perfection. We ordered the kalbi, spicy pork, and butterfish collar as well as a side of pipikaula (family recipe). All of them were lip smacking good and has a nice chew. I would recommend the spicy pork and butterfish collar for everyone to try.We ordered the plate and was able to swap out the rice for homemade kimchee, salad and a mac salad.Smoked meats all the way!Parking: Parking is a recessed lot from the street, it's around in the back“

“Just like their breakfast place (Over Easy) a block away in Kailua, the food is so tasty. The husband and wife team (owners) are formally trained chefs. They do a remarkable job on creating specialty dishes, as well as making basic menu items a cut above the norm. Hubby loves their Portuguese sausage and brisket dinner and I love their pulled pork.“

“Everything we ordered was extremely tasty. Extremely flavorful and huge portions. Could be a little greasy for some people. We ordered both burgers, both were tasty but our favorite was the sunrise burger. Fried rice with sunny side up and pork belly bao were both extremely tasty too.“

“Bruh, soooooooo ONO!!!??? My son had the tofu sandwich and I had the bbq because it was my 1st time and the guy practically forced me to get it?, so glad he did. No skimping on veggies, flavorful and the bread no broke your teeth and your jaw no get sore. DIVINE!!!❤️❤️❤️, I’ll be back!!!??“

“This place is amazing! We came here on a date night then brought the kids with us 2 days later. Everything we ordered came out promptly and tasted great. Highlights for me were the oysters, eggplant, and pork belly with enoki. We will for sure be back!“

“The girl behind the counter was awesome. Hawaiian kindness you always hear about in full swing. I got some pork tacos and a burrito and they were fantastic. She offered some hot habinero sauce when I said I like hot food. It was not that hot but great flavor. Plus this location you can grab leonards for desert.“

“exorcism!!! It's probably not the best Korean barbecue in Hawaii... I ordered the set menu on the front of the menu. The side dishes were neatly and neatly set out, and they even grilled the meat themselves. After eating the stew, cold noodles, various side dishes, and the meat, my stomach was full haha. So much. I really enjoyed it. I highly recommend it!“

“The wife and I wanted to come here cause we don't have a good skewer place like this from Las Vegas where we from. Went in on a no reservation and there was a 1 hour wait (no problem) and I didn't know what to expect! We got seated in an hour and we picked different meats we liked and asked the server his favorites were so we got lamb, pork jowl, beef, beef tendon, hanging cucumber pork belly appetizer and omg it did not disappoint. The echigo beer was super delicious and was super light and crisp. There was a shaker of a seasoning that you can dip your meat in and it turned the experience up a notch in flavor town. I thoroughly enjoyed every part meat that was cooked and the lamb really shined in this meal. I don't usually like lamb because of gameyness (however you spell it) but this was not the case for these skewers of lamb! it was super delicious! The hanging cucumber was super good and you can put that sauce on a shoe and eat it.. so bomb! The waiter checked on us all the time and made sure we were taken care of and made it an enjoyable experience for our first time here. I would definitely come back again and try the other meats.. good vibes!“

“Awesome experience! A hidden gem! Must go again and enjoy!Very friendly service, food was amazing, price was decent, lots of varieties on the menu that I wish I had more room for..Family owned business..They don't have chicken, tho they have wagu steak!Their recommendation was for the marinated kalbi and they were right! The kalbi needs to be fully cooked so that you can really appreciate the marinated flavor!“

“Prices are very decent here for quality of food you're getting! Fried oysters were delicious. All the beef we ordered was very well marbled and melt in your mouth. We ordered the garlic fried rice near the end of our meal and I'm so glad that I did. Super garlicky, make sure you order it when you come here!Will return for sure next time I'm back in Hawaii!Owners were super friendly as well!“

“This is the BEST spot on the windward side of Oahu for hearty BBQ and smoked meats and meals.I have the pulled pork plate every time I get take out from here & the staff is so sweet, helpful and friendly every visit. And the variety of BBQ sauces is like no other. Delicious!Go here and try Whiskey Smoke 808“

“Food is amazing and the servers were very attentive. We did the premium package and it was all worth it. The kids really enjoyed the beef tongue. The duck breast just melted in your mouth. There wasn't one item that we didn't savor. The matcha ice cream is to die for.“

“Ordered the wagyu beef set, chicken, and salad. The draft beer is super dry and the food is delicious. I wouldn't say it was like the old Yakiniku Hiroshi, but it was good and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It's just a little hard to find the place.“

“For some reason since the pandemic the price of Pho has skyrocketed. I mean everything has gone up in price, but pho seems to have gone up more than any other food. Pre pandemic, it was about $11. Now, if you're lucky its $16. My usual Pho place, Pho Tri on Kalakaua and Beretania had a special on Saturdays. Buy one bowl at about $11, get the second one for 50% off. Two people could dine for $20. After discontinuing this offer, they raised the price up to $16 meaning the cost had gone from $17 to $32. I stopped going there and stopped eating Pho as a result. For $16 you can still get a fresh caught fish plate at Nico's which to me represents much better value.Anyway I still get the urge to eat Pho and this place was convenient with excellent reviews.We got one Rare Steak and Meatball Pho ($17) and one Seafood Pho ($17.50).I would say everything was average. My dining partner said the broth was too oily. It didn't bother me too much. Size was average, amount of protein was average, amount of garnishments was average, taste was average. Everything is what you'd expect.Service was good. Water was refilled, and whom I presume were the owners were friendly. I think the price is a little high, but its a small restaurant and they need to make a living. I would go back if I wanted Pho and didn't want to drive. Some places in Chinatown, the taste and portion size is a little bit better and the prices are a couple bucks less.“

“I’m from Austin, Texas and this is the best brisket I’ve had outside of Texas. Highly recommend the moist (point) brisket. Pulled pork was so juicy. The sausage was great too. The service was excellent super friendly staff.Parking: Parking meters all along the street.“

“For this week only 1+1 has Jai on the menu for the new year. It comes with 2 scoops of rice and is piping hot. Soo ono and healthy. It's a sweeter teriyaki-like version and I'm glad I tried it. For a healthy and prosperous new year better get here soon.“

“A little hole in wall place near Kailui Beach Park serving decent take out food for the beach. The chicken katsu, spicy fried chicken and loco moco were pretty good. The beef curry was average and we would not order again. They offer a mini size for a lot of their menu items which we found perfect for eating at the beach.“

“Based on the picture in the menu, I expected more than 2 slices of jalapeño on the Jalapeño Burger. Additionally, when I told the bartender of my expectations, I expected her to go to the kitchen and get me some more jalapeños. Instead, she grunted, then looked at the picture in the menu. No kitchen should be using shredded cheese on a burger. I'm so disappointed this trip.“

“This was my first time coming here and they've been at this spot for a while! I must be living under a rock!! The couple that works here is very sweet and I felt like I was at an aunty and uncle's for lunch. I ordered the char siu and roast duck...both soooooo delicious and flavorful! It came on a bed of rice with some fresh choi sum. This was a great way to start the day! Yes, I had it for breakfast! This is a hidden gem! Definitely worth coming to! Mahalo Mei Mei!“

“very yummy sandwich!! we got the old school. the bread was light and the meat inside was delicious. workers are sweet and bring the food straight to you, even though you order at a counter. only downside is that the lemonade is EXTREMELY sour. it tasted like there was no sugar added, but besides that a great experience! inside is clean and there's a bathroom around the back that's also clean.“

“My love of Hawaiian food and BBQ runs long and deep but I have never been to Hawaii until now. On the bus to the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet, my husband saw the “Hawaiian BBQ” sign for this inconspicuous diner on the corner, so that meant we just had to try it on the way back.Best. Decision. Ever.The entry door is on the parking lot side, and there’s about 3 four person tables inside. It’s the old school Asian restaurant feel you don’t find anymore - faded pictures of the menu options on the wall, older chairs and tables, and one person at the counter with another in the kitchen.There is a vast menu but we decided on two ‘minis’ - bbq ribs and mochiko chicken - they were anything but mini. My goodness the portions were huge, we were only able to finish one container. The mochiko chicken was sooooo crispy and moist and addictive, unlike any mochiko chicken I’ve had outside of Hawaii. The bbq ribs were meaty, and soft, and the char was beautiful. I want to try more of the menu.100000% will be revisiting before heading back home. Killer food at this hole in the wall. Highly recommend!“

“We came here while on a food tour of the area and the manapua were so good! We had 2 different ones. Definitely would recommend for a quick meal or snack! Will go back the next time we are in Oahu! Also love that this place has been around for so long!“

“Wow!✨✨!! Highly recommend! Delicious food & outstanding customer service. ? ? ?Open late, perfect location & comfy tables & chairs on Royal Hawaiian Ave. I’ve lived here 3 years & had never tried it before, now I’m gonna eat here every day?I am a very happy customer!! Everything about this place is amazing I had the Kalbi Steak & Egg & it was the BOMB!!????. Give love & support to local businesses. Love & Light, Mahalo??“

“I used to frequent this restaurant 7-8 years ago when I worked nearby, but after changing jobs, I wasn't able to visit as often, though I sometimes missed it. Recently, I heard that it had a new owner, but the former cooking chef is same, so I decided to visit again. It was just like before - the same great taste and clean atmosphere! The new owner was also very kind.The chicken wings sauce was spicy but not greasy, like it was grilled over a fire, and delicious, so the whole family enjoyed it. The pork bulgogi and generous side dishes were also great. I'll definitely be stopping by more often! Highly recommended.“

“We ordered three plates before we left the house and food was ready when we arrived. Got the BBQ mix, Kalua pork and fried shrimp. All were good but the BBQ mix was great ??. I was able to make two complete meals from the BBQ mix combination plate. Service was polite and friendly. There was plenty of parking available.“

“The double cheeseburger and ginger steamed fish with scallions never fail. The owner is very nice, prices are great, & the restaurant is clean inside. It's not a flashy place that would attract people, but this place has good food. I look forward to trying other menu items. I recommend everyone try this local hidden gem.“

“One of our favorite places to go for Korean BBQ!! Really good quality meats & the staff are really nice & accommodating. Our go-to order is the "Beef Combination Plate" which has An Chang, Brisket, Kalbi, and Beef Tongue. It also comes with your choice of tofu soup (they have miso, kimchi, sundubo). It's perfect for two of us if we are really hungry! The banchan is also THE BEST and they change it up so you can try different things.“

“Lamb skewer shop. A restaurant that serves grilled food. It's delicious ~ I like that it's close to Walmart. Good for a quick drink. Revisit 2023.Absolutely delicious ?Cheap and delicious. The alcohol is cheap and good! 2024 3/31 Happy Easter. It's good to have a break.“

“My friends and I decided to swing by for dinner. When we showed up they warned us that since we were a bigger group (5) it would be a little bit and asked if we were okay leaving a number. They asked us if we had any food allergies, which I was shocked by, and were extremely kind. As we ordered they engaged us in conversation and over all were just so kind and attentive to our orders. We walked around for 10 minutes before they called and very excitedly told us out food was ready! When we finally chowed down the food was great! Great quality for the relatively low price ($14 for a whole meal that left me with leftovers). 10/10 absolutely would recommend.“

“Went for lunch here with the bestie today for the first time and it was delish! We had the steak pho and chicken sandwich. Friendly and attentive service, loved the ambiance--large open restaurant, and they spaced us out so we weren't all crowded together with the other customers. The soup broth was amazing and there were so many veggies. The sandwich was just as good as the pho, the bread soft and crispy and the chicken was seasoned perfectly. There wasn't enough time to talk because we were enjoying the food so much!“

“When this morning while having tires put on by Lex. Thank you very much. Haven't been here for almost 20 years after grabbing bfast almost weekly for my office gang for years. And you know what? I know the cooks and owners changed, but everything about my loco moco was exactly the same! Except the price of course...“

“Such a fun dinner experience!! Justin was our server and he was amazing! We went with the all you can eat option and as always, it didn't disappoint. Dishes came out consistently and everything was fresh and yummy. Always a treat for us outer island peeps!“

“The food is pretty good, but the service is lacking. Not much was explained, even though I said it was my first time at their restaurant and their menu isn’t well explained on its own.Basically they serve all you can eat hotpot OR a bibimbap dish OR some items a la carte (which only include the item.The cost is high for what you get, though now that I know how and what to order here, it wouldn’t be as expensive next time we visit (if).Side note: we didn’t even get a water refill from our waitress… so don’t expect much in the way of service here, sadly.Parking: Only a handful of parking spots in their lot. You’re better off parking on the busy street.“

“Mr. Jones is a barbecue Savant, nice clean smoke with clean bbq favor, the wood essence really soaks into the meat. Overall great pit master with amazing customer-service. The rib tips make your eyes roll back to with the tenderness in the flavor always ask for extra sauce. That joint is liquid crack! Definitely going back as soon as possible. FYI... the location is at Pearl Ridge Sears, where all the food trucks are located on the downtown side.“

“service is sometimes kind of slow but it's still L&L quality food, so you can't go wrong. I really appreciate though how clean this L&L is, it's probably the cleanest one ive ever been in (and best looking walls because it's still pristine white).“

“One thing about this place is that their portions are pretty big. Their mini portions are huge too! LOCATION: This review is for their location in the Makiki Shopping Village. Right off of Wilder Avenue. PARKING: The shopping village has a small parking lot that's shared with other small businesses in the area. Depending on the time of day, it gets pretty busy. They have a few metered spots out front and street parking. Just be mindful of the tow zone times in the area. If you make a phone order, some park right in front of their store. However, don't park there too long.... The spot in front of their store is a no parking zone. SERVICE: They are always so nice and prompt whenever I visit here. I've always received friendly service here. ATMOSPHERE: Their store is always clean. I always see them cleaning and wiping tables. There's a few tables to eat at inside and it feels very cozy. I believe this is a small family business?? Not too sure, but it feels like it. FOOD: Their portions are pretty big. Their plates come with banchan and they are very generous with the portions. I hope you come in with an appetite! My favorite dish to get here is their mean jun... or bbq chicken.. or seaweed soup. Although their menu is limited, they serve the typical takeout Korean dishes. This place is simple, convenient and always delicious!“

“We are so lucky to have an authentic Chinatown here in Honolulu with little shops such as this who are doing it right! Succulent moist meats served on rice with a side of bok choy. You can also buy the meats by the pound to take home. I love this place. Super authentic and delicious. Very reasonably priced too. My photo shows a charsiu mini plate?“

“It might seem a bit odd to eat this in Waikiki, but there's a Texas barbecue place that's surprisingly delicious.It's located right across from the immensely popular Marugame and doesn't usually have a line. They mix and match various items, but the brisket is the tastiest.If you're in Waikiki and suddenly get a craving for Texas barbecue after eating poke and udon, I recommend this place.“

“Not sure why this joint isn't on Yelp, but happy I get to introduce it. It's a speakeasy above the kaka'ako Aloha Beer that's open only Fridays and Saturdays. They serve a selection of the popular beers from downstairs as well as craft cocktails. The cocktails are mostly classics such as painkiller, old fashioned, paper plane, with some of their own like the aloha. What sets this place apart is how well each drink is made.It's order at the bar and find your own seating type of place so don't be shy and make friends in the lounge seating enclaves. Be friendly with an aloha spirit like the bar staff so no worries sista/brah.Love the dark and gothic ambiance, but not sure what to think of the fairy tail looking reindeer over the stage/fire except that I found it funny once told it wasn't real.There's valet or self parking next to the place and the fee is reduced with validation.If you're really overzealous you can visit Aloha Beer until 11 pm and come up here til midnight.Only recommendation I’d have is to improve the ice. They use regular ice versus large cubes or balls. Regular ice melts too fast, especially on the island.“

“Love getting the lechon or char siu here. Very delicious and juicy meats - not dry at all! It's a pretty popular local place, so there's usually a line on the weekends, but it's definitely worth the wait! The price is affordable and reasonable for the quality of the meat. Super Ono and fresh - always!“

“The meats are very flavorful and juicy. I love this place as the owner always gives my grandson a sample. They are always nice and greet me when I see them. The prices are getting higher like everything else but worth it when compared to the other meat shops.“

“Food was not the best bbq I've had, but better then expected.Service was outstanding and we did not even sit to eat. One of the workers, possibly the owner? Insisted we sit at a table while waiting. Even though he knew we would not be staying.Atmosphere was awesome. It is right on the water inlet, has a cool layout, and has corn hole.Parking: End of a grocery parking lot. There is plenty of parking to be had and many businesses to enjoy while waiting on food.“

“The workers are very very nice. Even when I call they are so kind and helpful. I love the food and the portions are generous! This eatery is always clean and smells wonderfully yummy when I enter! I been here at least 7 times this year and I will definitely be returning here many more times in the future.“

“Dim Sum is excellent and large with a lot of veggies and shrimp! From steamed bao to baked and all the half moon/siu mai in between. Cha Siu and roast duck hang in the window for purchase. If you go after 10:45 am, it's not as crowded. Family is from Jung San. Aside from the fact that the dim sum is worth it, I have to patronize a small business that is humble and yet underrated. Go now!!“

“Found this restaurant on Yelp and stopped by on 04-05-24. Very deserving of 5 stars; food was excellent with superb flavor and generous portions. We are visiting so won't have an opportunity to return this trip, but it will be a "must return" on our next visit!“

“This review is long overdue. If our family is ever in the mood for generous portions of our favorite comfort foods, at a very reasonable price, our Hawaii Kai L&L is our 'Go To' place. We've been going to them for years, and I'm still always amazed at how even their mini takeout packages are literally packed with our selections (and I'm not talking about the rice; I'm talking about the entree). If you've ever been there, you might be wondering why I even gave them 5 stars for atmosphere, when it's not all that unique or special. It's because the tables, seats and floors are always clean, there are no unpleasant odors, and they're right on the marina. As for service, they're always accommodating of my requests to substitute green salad for rice, even though I'm violating my low carb diet with a scoop of their delicious mac salad. They're always pleasant and polite. The food is always ready when we arrive for our takeout orders, and utensils and napkins are always present in the bag. Best of all, we each have our favorite entrees, and they're consistently prepared in the same delicious manner. I hope they'll never leave Hawaii Kai, as I don't know what our family would do.“

“I went there with no expectations, so I was very satisfied with the service and the quality of the service.Everything is delicious. I can't say which one, but I wanted to eat steak, so I came here, but if you're going to a famous restaurant that's expensive, I highly recommend this. We also have a Japanese manager, so I think he can help you in Japanese as well.I also received full marks for the attentiveness of the female clerk who quickly responded to irregular order errors. I will definitely stop by again when I come to Hawaii.“

“This spot has supported us through many a busy day. When we don't have time to cook, we know we can rely on red pepper to have healthy and delicious options for takeout so we don't have to resort to places like McDonald's. I particularly like the choy, jap chae and cucumber kimchi. When you want to indulge, their fried chicken wings are so good, with a gentle five spice kick, leaving you craving more. Their kalbi and chicken plate is another consistent go to for us. I also like to order a mandoo soup to eat the next morning. The best part is the friendly staff and especially the kind auntie who run this place. The decor is not fancy but the people are kind and the food is fresh. It's definitely one of our family restaurants.“

“Looking for affordable eats and delicious? I come to palama whenever I'm near while I'm working. There are many seats and different restaurants inside palama. The only bad thing I can say is the lady in the counter. The Asian lady's attitude could use some change. Other than that, keep up the good work and thank you.“