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| - The restaurant has open, spacious seating and I was immediately overcome with deja vu. Then it hit me--this is the islander's version of Chipotle!!! The only difference between Rumbi & Chipotle (well besides the food!)--is the tableside service. You get your order/pay for your food and they bring your food to your table.
Interior--There is a huge menu mounted on a waist high podium near the front door and as you walk along the wall to the front counter, there are plenty of opportunities to pick up a paper menu. The decor incorporates faux bamboo, dried palm leaves strategically draped and many surf/island related motifs.
Food--The menu selection is great. Not too many items to overwhelm and just enough of the staples to appease most appetites--rice bowls with several protein options (including tofu), sandwiches, soups, salads, and a few island plates. They even offer a select variety of wines and beer. One of my new favorites is a Kona Lager you can of course, purchase at Rumbis. (I bought a 6 pack @ Bevmo a while ago and it's phenomenal!)
I ordered the half size rice bowl with luau pork. This portion is actually large enough to feed 2 small children or a really hungry adult. The pork was served with teriyaki sauce on the side, which I discarded because the seasoning on the pork was sufficient. I appreciated that they offered varieties of rice (including brown & a rumbi version--not sure I recall reading what was in that but it was nice to have options). They provide a nice serving of mixed veggies to round out the meal.
My experience--I enjoyed the casual atmosphere, the service was speedy, and the food was great for no more than $8. It's a great place to grab a quick lunch or chat leisurely over a meal.
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