There's this magical place that makes me feels like I'm home every time I get off the plane. You guessed it - that's Hawaii!! If you haven't been there, get there. My suggestion eat here first to give you a true taste of Hawaii.
So this location is one of those hidden gems. Tucked away in a strip mall off a busy street that doesn't really have the exposure it deserves. Nevertheless as soon as you pop your head through the front door you're greeted by a true Hawaiian. Now your gonna ask yourself what's a true Hawaiian and I'm going to tell you. A warm greeting as you step into the door and that sense of familiarity, like your part of the family. The owner is a sweetheart and she definitely brings the joy of the islands with her to work. Full of laughs and happiness. So walk up to the counter, look up to the left to see the specials and grab a menu. You want another true tell sign that this place is legit? Snag a musubi from the basket on the counter. For those of you who don't know what that is, the best way to describe it is - it's a Spam burger. A piece of spam nestled in between 2 buns made of rice gift wrapped in seaweed. don't knock it until you try it this is a delicacy! I chose one of the plate specials and so did my amigo. We both grab the teriyaki chicken and coconut shrimp plate. Macaroni was the side and it was delectable. The shrimp were perfect-just the right amount of coconut with a side of dipping sauce. Same with the teriyaki chicken-not too sweet not to teriyaki. The rice balls had a nice glaze over them as well. Now I'm not a big fan of macaroni salad but I tore this one up.
My plate was stacked high with food
pricing was great
The taste was authentic and right on the money
I think we call that a trifecta. If you can't make it over to the island anytime soon at least make it over here to get a taste of what you're missing.