Would it be irresponsible to fly back to Kona for lunch? Cause I would do it. It was too bad that we didn't stop in until the last day of our vacation, cause we would have eaten here everyday. Hawaiian style plate lunches done perfectly, full of flavor. And that Ube ice cream.... the server warned me it's for 2-3 people. Well dream big folks, cause you too, can be 2-3 people. If you think I'm kidding, I took the remaining Ube ice cream slice to the airport and continued to enjoy every ounce of it despite running late. TSA can wait. Service was also top notch. Can't wait to come back!

Wish we discovered this place the first day we arrived and not the last. The staff was super friendly, the portions were huge and the food was delicious. Everything was amazing. We had the shrimp, short ribs and garlic chicken with adobo rice and Mac salad. My entire family raved about everything which never happens. Can't wait to visit again in the future!

Food was fire! We were pleased with the portions too! Place is small, but it's like your common Hawaiian restaurant, feels like home. Service was pleasant although we didn't need/have much interaction. More of place your order & go! Definitely must on our list.

Came straight here from the airport; best decision ever. Got the spicy garlic chicken, regular size, and the Kimchi fried rice. The mini would've been more than enough, but I walked in starving and didn't want to take the chance . The kids got kalua pork and loved it.

Yeah, they broke my mouth all right--from being so good! We tried the Garlic Furikake Chicken, Purple Mac Salad, Garlic Shrimp, and their fresh juices, and every bite was incredible. The flavors were bold, unique, and absolutely crave-worthy. It's easy to see why this spot was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. Whether you're a local or just visiting Kona, this place is a must-visit for some seriously delicious grindz!

This was our very first stop after the getting the car rental when we landed on the island. They might have just opened, so there wasn't a line when we got inside. There's lots of options to choose from, but you won't go wrong with whatever you decide to get. We got two plates (which is hellaaaa food) and a juice. Definitely get the shrimp, pork belly adobo, and as many sides as you can. We got the mac and ube? Both super delicious with the meats and rice. It's already good-- go sit by the beach and it's even better. 5/5 would come back.

We arrived a little after they opened at 11AM, and there were already some people there! Since there wasn't a dine-in option, we ordered takeout and headed to the beach. We decided on the 2-choice mixed plate w/ 2 sides each: Garlic Furikake Chicken with white rice and egg macaroni salad + Garlic Butter Shrimp with white rice and kimchee. We also tried the Lilikoi lemonade drink. The food was amazing, and it had an authentic Hawaiian taste! The portion sizes were generous and every bite was full with flavor. The sides complemented the main dishes perfectly. The furikake chicken was delicious - crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. The shrimp had a delightful texture and rich flavor. I also noticed the spicy furikake chicken was a popular choice, so that is definitely on my list for our next visit, along with trying a different flavored drink. Can't wait to come back!

We came here the first time we visited in 2016 and knew we had to come back! The portions are ridiculous and 1000% worth the price. We ordered the garlic furikake chicken plate and upgraded to pork adobo fried rice with a side of purple sweet potatoes as well as short ribs with brown rice and corn. This fed three of us with plenty of leftovers. The chicken is really crispy, but not covered in too much breading. The short ribs were a very generous portion and so tender that we didn't even need a knife to cut it. The sweet potato side is worth trying as well! I'm not usually a fan of potato salad because the mayo can be overwhelming, but this one is very unique with some bacon bits. The mayo was really light so I actually tasted/enjoyed the sweetness of the purple potato. Only downside is that this place doesn't allow dine-in. There are lots of orders coming in, so it helps to place an order online for pick-up.

So ono and the portions are HUGE. The chicken was crispy and cross crossed with aioli and sauce along with furikake. The garlic shrimp was delish as was the fried fish. I am not a macaroni salad girl but this one blew my mind. So creamy and rich and not overly sweet. The purple potato salad hit the spot. Take the advice posted near the counter and head to beautiful old airport beach where there are plenty of picnic tables and the view of the ocean can't be beat!