Hawaiian Restaurants near Astoria, NY

“This was one of the best meals of my life!
I love all the ingredients you can choose for “poke your way” and they are 100% fresh.
Music and atmosphere here is amazing and service is the best, workers are so kind, especially Steven.

Absolutely recommend, if you’re looking for something healthy and tasty ☺️“

“Absolutely wonderful spicy tuna poke bowl. I highly recommend this place. We got takeout and it was ready fast. Great price. Amazing poke bowl. This is definitely a place we will frequent!!!!!“

“I had an event at Aloha NYC Lounge. The Playa Ball 2018! WE HAD SOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH FUN!!!! We were treated like we've been doing business with this establishent for years, as opposed to first time clients! Mr. Bosch is extremely professional! When we were scouting out locations for our event, our first choice was an establishment in Brooklyn, NY, because it was closer and it already had that 70's look. Not much decoration, if any, would be needed. However, when we arrived to talk business, there were 3 patrons and the owner appeared to not have time to talk money. So, what he did was hand me a piece of paper with the rules and what they'd need from me, shook my hand and walked away. We jumped back in the car and headed to Aloha NYC! Walking in, you could see there was definitely an event going on. Still feeling slighted from the last place we sought out, I didn't have the confidence this would go any better, because THIS owner was obviously busy! Mr. Bosch had a rap showcase happening in the back room, and he was setting up for 2 more events that would take place that evening as well! Do you know that man took the time to talk to me about my event!?! No, it wasn't a rushed conversation! He wanted to know my vision for my event, then explained how having it at the Aloha NYC Lounge would work. That young man was spot on!!!!! It was great!!!!!! We had such a wonderful time, we've decided to have "The Playa's Ball 2019" at Aloha NYC also!!!!! The place is kept immaculate! The staff are very professional and friendly! Walking in, is like walking into "Cheers!" I'm looking forward to you joining us for our next event there! Great job, Aloha NYC! ?????See you soon!!!!“

“Had a great time with a group of 7 , good food and good wine“

“I love this location! And Gian is the absolute best, speedy service and always brings the good vibes. With all these expensive restaurants opening up in the neighborhood, it's nice to have a reliable and affordable lunch option. Plus the ingredients are always on point, good selection and always fresh.“

“I just love this place and the food is always delicious and fresh. Yay! It is my favorite place to pick up something yummy. Bonus that the owners are lovely people - friendly, kind and happy - and I enjoy my bowl so much, I keep coming back. Stop in here, you will not be disappointed.“

“First time trying Hawaiian food and it was AMAZING!! The staff were so friendly and sweet. The BBQ chicken was actually insane - maybe the best chicken I have ever had. The poke nachos - YUM!!!! Also, the chilli was so unexpectedly good and comforting. Definitely recommend this place.“

“Great find. Very clean place and great food.“

“Quick and attentive service“

“My first experience with poke, and Pokeplus exceeded my expectations. You are offered a surprising array of ingredients with which to build a bowl to your exact tastes. All ingredients are fresh, and service was welcoming and friendly. The location is right around the corner from 71st-Continental Ave subway station, and Queens Blvd bus service all give easy access. Unless you are already accustomed to exotic ingredients, be prepared for a surprising new and delightful cuisine.“

“I love this place! The variety is amazing, the food quality is always consistent, and I appreciate that I can come here every day and still enjoy something healthy, fresh, and fulfilling. Definitely one of my favorite go-to spots in the neighborhood.“

“This cute poke spot is really a gem. The ingredients are always fresh and delicious and they’re mixed together thoughtfully, without being drowned in overwhelming sauce. That said, the sauces are killer, especially the spicy mayo and I’ve also heard good things about the sweet chili. And the staff! They’re so kind and patient and willing to help you negotiate the large variety of toppings and combinations. I‘be tried a lot of poke places in the New York and this one is definitely one of the most reliable.“

“Ordered the large firecracker with crispy onions and furikake and the warm miso soup. Poke was super fresh and rice was the perfect texture. Generous portions and the friendly service. I was impressed with the quantity and quality. I’d definitely return the next time I visit nyc“

“The Spicy Ahi bowl is where it's at. Best I've ever had, decent price, very clean and very tasty. Would recommend 10 times out of 10.“

“Vegan chicken bowl is delicious 😋“

“Classic corporate bowl spot. The line gets long between 12:15 and whenever you want to go, so go early. If you are NOT going for lunch during your workday you should go somewhere else! I like that they have cold and hot protein options and I like to ask for half zucchini noodles and half brown rice because I am very health-conscious. If you are not health-conscious, I am not trying to slight you but rather state my experience and feelings. Thanks.“

“The mood here fits exactly what I wanted for my meal. They brought everything promptly. The overall mood elevates the dining experience. The team provided excellent service and dishes arrived quickly. You'll find what you're looking for here.“

“I have lunch here often during a work day because it's confidently located, the staff is fast and helpful, and I enjoy a poke bowl in various ways. I have had the milk tea, too, which I really enjoy, but because I'm a routine kind of person I haven't had a chance to try other menu items. They sound good though! I recommend this stop for lunch during the week. I heard it gets busy on weekends.“

“Excellent Poke Bowls. Best I've ever had in Manhattan. I had a lot of Poke bowls at different locations and this one is the best tasting. Nice Hawaiian themed decor.“

“This poke bowl was absolutely delicious—I only wish I had discovered this place sooner! All of the ingredients were fresh and flavorful, and the service was quick and efficient. The restaurant itself was very clean and welcoming. I made my own bowl with salmon and spicy tuna, and both proteins were excellent—though I do wish the portions were a bit larger. Overall, a great spot that I’ll definitely be coming back to!“

“Very cute decor and entry than a upper level of seatings. Love the option of creating your own bowl. Pen and menu ready for you place your own order. Wasnt much service or greetings exchanged either but just got some grins. Service point vise definitely needs improvements. We created our own bowls. Love and enjoyed every part of it. All fresh ingredients. Tuna and salmon so fresh. Portion wasn't as big as my 8 yr old daughter could finish her bowl and still not full. We also ordered 2 light bulb drinks. The pina colda was really good. I always ask for less sweet and they made it. Got pineapple bits in it. The passion fruit came with jelly. Was too sweet even requested to make it less sweet. Overall we enjoy our lunch. We pay for fresh ingredients and good quality food and received it. The poke bowls were delish with compliment of their sauces. We got to try them. Definitly go back if we are around the area. Again services can improve.“

“Yummy food, and so healthy🤗“

“I think you'll enjoy this spot as much as I do every time I visit. They practice honest pricing here. The food quality exceeds what you'd expect for these prices. Service quality was great, with pleasant employees who frequently ensured our satisfaction. An impressively good visit.“

“((4.25 stars))

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue serves up a variety of Hawaiian comfort foods from plates of barbecued meat + rice + macaroni salad to saimin (noodle dishes) to musubis and burgers & sandwiches.

picked up dinner here back in July. meant to review sooner, but LIFE.

ordered BBQ Chicken plate-- thin slices of chicken in bbq sauce. the chicken is a mix of sweet and savory. thin grilled slices of meatiness. the rice is essential bc it soaks up the bbq sauce and grilled chicken flavors. the Hawaiian style macaroni salad brings the tasty carbs of tanginess & creaminess with a touch of sweetness. the way the plate mixes flavors into satisfying umami-ness. the helping is generous and i split into two meals because there was so much of everything.

SPAM Musubi--served warm. grilled spam + rice, wrapped in crispy seaweed. this was fine. all the flavors are there. however I would stick with the bigger bites on the menu or another side order os macaroni salad.

the interior is well-maintain, clean, and casual sit-down interior. there's a decent amount of tables if you want to dine in. the staff is friend;y and accommodating. my to-go order was neatly wrapped up and bagged.

if you are looking for a different kind of comfort food, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue has got a lot of options for you. it's also nice to have a place to grab some enjoyable Hawaiian calories without a 10-hour plane flight! though, i'd still rather be in Maui or the Big Island--when are getting that teleportation thing going?? Ha“

“Decided to try this place out good prices, however the only bad thing was how my spicy salmon was blended up, not my cup of tea I think regular salmon with spicy mayo would’ve been better. Don’t understand why some poke places do that don’t blend the spicy salmon!!! But other than that it was good and I enjoyed the shrimp gyoza“

“I had a great experience thanks to Jenny’s customer service! She was friendly, attentive, and made sure my order was exactly how I wanted it. Her positive attitude and genuine care really stood out, making my visit enjoyable and memorable. Jenny is a great asset to the Pokebowl team – keep up the amazing work!“

“Poke bowl, you just won another loyal customer!

I accidentally placed my order at another location and didn’t realize it until I went to pick up the order. The manager overheard and he was so kind. He asked me to just order it again at the counter and NO CHARGE!

The manager didn’t have to do this but he took care of me. It’s windy day today and I did not spend my entire lunch time to walk another half mile one way to retrieve my lunch and come back.

Thank you Poke Bowl! It is hard to find this kind of customer care at a fast food lunch spot these days. I will be back, like always.“

“Been here several times. Decided to come at 7:25pm on a Sunday (it supposedly closes at 8:00), and they turned away every customer after us (starting at 7:30). Luckily we were unaffected, but I felt bad for the people expecting food and leaving empty-handed.“

“Poke Zest is one of my favorite spots!
The ingredients are always fresh, and there are so many sauce options to choose from. They recently added a new chicken rice dish, I tried the fried chicken version, and it was even better than I expected! Crispy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked.“

“Service is always great. But the quality of the veggie burger has gone downhill :( They use a different type of veg patty now that isn't as tasty. And always seems to be very overcooked or undercooked to the point that it's inedible. I really hope they bring back the old ingredients because it used to be my fav dish to order!“

“I love everything my favorite drinks are the bubble tea .. can’t wait for the grand opening by Barclay Center I live walking distance..!!!!!“

“The food here speaks directly to your taste buds. The staff impresses with responsiveness, and the food with freshness and flavor. Workers show attentiveness, provide answers willingly and deliver excellent assistance. Every item I've tried was tasty. The pricing structure is reasonable for such good food.“

“I stopped in Epicerie Boulud WTC in August 2021. It has a great view of the Oculus. I got an almond croissant and a latte. Both were good. Unfortunately I spilled my latte all over. The staff lady was so kind. She got me another latte free of charge. Very kind. Another staff came with a mop to clean up the mess I had made. I would recommend Epicerie Boulud as a rest stop during a visit to the World Trade Center.“

“delicious food. great music.“

“got the huli huli bowl.....amazing! food is phenomenal, restaurants clean, staff a nice!“

“YOU HAVE TO GO HERE! This is my favorite restaurant I go at least once a week. Poke is a bit pricey., but definitely worth it especially here. They have so many topping and protein options. The atmosphere is so cute! The staff is so friendly. I’m friends with everyone and the manager is so kind! Totally recommend“

“The food was fresh with a nice variety of toppings, and the staff was friendly. However, I felt a bit rushed while ordering. The atmosphere was just okay — the music was loud and the genre didn’t really fit the setting, which made it hard to have a conversation. The biggest downside was that there’s no restroom available, which is a huge inconvenience.“

“got the huli huli bowl.....amazing! food is phenomenal, restaurants clean, staff a nice!“

“Poke is VERY good! Yummy to my tummy :-)“

“Been going to this poke spot for a few years now. The service is fast and friendly. Always leave satisfied.

The salmon teriyaki is my go to. Unfortunately they've recently raised the prices which means my trips here will be less frequent.“

“I've memorized parts of their menu from so many visits. Staff performance exceeded our hopes. Our table left no trace of food - it was that delicious. You get good value with generous portions, fair prices, and delicious food. The staff was professional and the meals were delicious! I'm coming back.“

“I would strongly recommend paying this place a visit. The food is great and the service is very fast.“

“4.5 / 5.0 - I was in Chinatown and stopped by late afternoon for a late lunch at this casual, counter-service poke spot.
It was nice and clean inside, with seating available along the walls.

I chose the Ponzu Salmon ($18+), which had salmon, avocado, cucumber, shiso, tobiko and katsuo panko.
It came with wasabi ponzu, which I asked for on the side because I do not like wasabi. The staff was insistent that the wasabi flavor was mild, but I simply do not like the flavor and ended up eating most of the bowl without it.
The bowl itself was delicious and I especially loved the flavor that the shiso added.

Chinatown isn’t the first place you’d think of for Hawaiian cuisine, but I’d recommend trying if you like poke.“

“We enjoyed the bubble tea and the service was excellent .. Will be back soon ...👍“

“Vegan chicken bowl is delicious 😋“

“Customer service, polite and friendly.“

“I would strongly recommend paying this place a visit. The food is great and the service is very fast.“

“My made own bowl and it was the best poke I ever had! I used spicy shrimp and spicy salmon, cauliflower rice as a base, also spicy miso dressing. So it got a lot of spice exactly how I like! Everything was fresh and it was a perfect, healthy meal after long day at work“

“I'm absolutely coming back soon. The staff treats you well, meals taste great, and serving sizes satisfy. You know you're eating something fresh. The worker made us feel exceptionally important. Every element contributes to success at this spot.“