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| - When this place first opened on the Southwest side, I was stoked! There weren't many Hawaiian style restaurants that I knew of at the time in the area. Most places I remember were far off with Ross J's, Hawaiian Hale (closed down) and LnL's =/.
When Hawaiian Hale closed down, I was deeply saddened to learn that the most authentic place I know would disappear. Later I was relieved to discover Rice Trax, Island Style and best of all, Island Flavor. I have yet to try out Kauai Grill.
The best part about Ohana's is their convenience due to their proximity to the home, and especially the gym (walking distance). You can't go wrong with the barbeque chicken and the Hawaiian plates are pretty generous. Lately, the dishes have been getting skimpy these days and now they have been incorporating a grip of Chinese dishes and believe the owners are most likey...Chinese.
One thing to be aware of is that if you are used to traditional Japanese curry, just know that the katsu curry incorporates more of a coconut based "thai-style" curry, not my favorite. But their BBQ chicken is always a hit and the fish dishes ain't half bad. I do like their mac salad, probably because its creamy and heavy with the mayo. I am not a fan of dryer mac salad types.
Mixing and matching is pretty flexible as well and if you need a quick lau lau or kalua pork fix, this place can curb your craving without having to go hella far. I do wish they had some deserts, but its pretty decent for what they got. Loco moco and hamburger steak is handmade and not frozen patty's, which is a plus.
So if you are in the mood, this place is convenient and fast. Staff is friendly and accommodating as well. I don't know of any signature dishes, but its overall a good place. Okay, i am getting redundant and stretching this review...that is all.
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