This is take away only now. We just got a side portion of their famous tataki to try which has about 8 pieces over some veggies. It was yum and fresh but unsure about all the fuss over it. Good value though for $9.95 but wouldn’t go out of my way for this.
Such nice people, great food in generous portions and we got lucky today with a pop up bake sale. Everything was delectable and so scrumptious delicious 😋 I finished my Christmas shopping there. Just love this place!!! 😀 Their daily specials are must, especially the pork chops with stuffing and mushroom gravy. The regular menu is good too, I had the Japanese Hamburger steak- so ono! 👍
Slightly off the beaten track, but my god is the food here worth the while. The portion sizes are large but more importantly the food is tasty. The tataki platter and the mochiko chicken are the standout dishes and must haves whilst the loco moco is also good. Great service too but unfortunately no dining in at the minute. Come here for some good local authentic food and you won't be disappointed.
Take out only as of May 2023. Pro tip - phone your order in about 15-30 min before you want to pick it up. Awesome flavors.
Holy smokes! This place is SO good! Lightly battered chicken with great flavors & so juicy. Salad & dressing were fresh & delicious. Rice was great texture too! Just dah-uhm! Such a great takeout place! MUST GO!! we got the chicken furikake
Robert James (SLASH_wisdom)
+5
Definitely the best food while I was in Hawaii. The loco moco was absolutely incredible. The chef was super friendly and cooked with love! I can't wait to come back.
At this time, my review is for “take-out” only. I was referred here and was really hoping for something more. I ordered the Mochiko Chicken and the Japanese Hamburger Steak. I would say the Mochiko Chicken was really good, large portions, really good flavor - (I would order again and if I had only ordered that I my review would have been 5 stars) and I would pass on the Japanese Hamburger Steak ( I thought the meat was dry, a bit tough. And didn’t care for it. If I had only ordered this I would have give this review a 2 or a 3). Again, this review was during a period of time that this restaurant is only serving take out. I will go back a try again with some of the other entrees.
Wow, wow, wow- Ethel’s punches way above her weight class! This small storefront knows how to bring flavor. Come hungry and prepare for some shock and awe!
Located at Industrial part of Kalihi, small mom and pop restaurant. Waiting can be a while but the food really worth your while. We went for lunch on Saturday, there are 3 people waiting in line before us, we waited for 30 mins and when we got called in, there are ice tea already waiting on our table ( for me this is really thoughtful because after waiting outside we are getting thirsty) we ordered sweet and sour spare ribs, mochiko chicken and saimin. Lunch comes with salad with house dressing and soup and said ice tea. Food comes in big portion but because they are really good I don’t share my food this time. They accept cash only, parking is available in the garage but limited number, we park at the street. Price is really good for Honolulu area. I saw Anthony Bourdain photo when he came to visit and eat here and also his autograph, very cool!
Pretty big portions here. I was stuffed and never even finished. Taco rice is definitely a winner both taste-wise and texture-wise. Will come back for more!
Hands down, excellent food! The food was cooked to order and brought out to us hot. Everything we ordered was quiality and tasty food. I will add that the sauces we had were amazing as well. Seeing this was my first visit, I did not know what to expect. However, the woman helped me decide and she made sure my husband was aware that what he ordered was bitter because it had bittermelon in it (so there would be no surprises). The service is very helpful! I will be coming back!
First time here. Awesome mochiko chicken! I got take out and whole waiting, I saw another patron get soup. Usually only done in gets soup. But here, so does takeout!
Nice place. Try it
Jonalyn “JoniGirl” Kaufmann
+4
What I ordered wasn't good at all. I ordered the Mochico Chicken with no sauce and rice and some kind of Japanese noodle salad. I was disappointed because they're kinda expensive and it's a very old place. It seems like others like it because sometimes people are waiting but only a few seats inside. Or maybe I just picked the wrong item to eat.
I've heard about and read about this place for years! It's like a local neighborhood spot where I can picture myself going to on a regular basis. Too bad there is no longer dining in.
I had a friend who moved to Honolulu during the pandemic. He told me thsi spot is located in a sketchy neighborhood! I told him not to be scared and we will be fine.
Tataki- just ok
Taco Rice- huge portions and was not able to finish
Reminds me of nachos with rice!
Fresh ahi- full of flavor and fresh. Awesome sauce!
Mochiko chicken- my favorite! Crunchy texture outside and soft juicy meat inside.
Most items came with miso soup. Generous portions, great price. Difficult parking. My friend was converted and would be back!
This place never disappoints me. Wait can be long like 45 min - 1 hr, parking is hard to find, but the food is amazing. Made to order, fast, and ono!
One of the my favorite spot to order plate lunches. The loco moco is super savory! Highly recommended 👌
Great spot to get a plate lunch. Owners are very friendly. We highly recommend the famous ahi tataki plate!!
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