Bare bones setup with walk-up counter service creates a clean and welcoming atmosphere. Authentic Thai flavors stand out, featuring dishes like green peppercorns, BBQ pork, and pad Thai that draw a steady crowd. Affordable prices and quick service make it a popular spot near the university area.
BBQ pork stands out with its sticky rice accompaniment and a traditional tamarind sauce. The pork skewers come with an authentic sauce rarely found at other Thai spots.
Shrimp dishes stand out with popcorn shrimp that is super satisfying and shrimp eggrolls fried to perfection with a light sauce. The shrimp pad Thai and fried rice also deliver strong flavors.
Good to know
They offer a student discount during dinner time.
The pad Thai lunch special is a great deal.
The food comes out very quickly.
Dining room centers on a cherry blossom tree with adjustable flame hot pot bowls adding interactive fun. Atmosphere feels warm and welcoming, suited for mid-size parties with on-point music enhancing the vibe. Cocktails stand out with creative options like Wake Up in Saigon and Melona Dream.
BBQ Beef Short Ribs come sizzling hot on a plate, delivering a satisfying and rich flavor. The BBQ rib skillet offers a tasty, sizzling experience comparable to LA Korean BBQ.
Seafood here is super fresh and comes in diverse dishes like the seafood boil skillet and shrimp tempura bowl. The Taiwanese supreme with tom yum broth highlights unique flavors and textures.
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Happy hour menu offers discounted items from 4-6pm daily.
Lunch deals provide great value with mini hotpots starting at $10.
Reservations are not required but recommended during peak hours.
Small space with about eight tables offers a laid-back Hawaiian vibe and minimal decor featuring murals that evoke local Hawaiian life. Relaxing Hawaiian music plays consistently, creating a welcoming, home-like atmosphere. Outdoor seating and self-order kiosks support a mostly to-go dining pattern.
Barbecue here features juicy BBQ chicken and a sweet barbecue sauce that tastes fresh and balanced. Plates often include a mix of teriyaki beef, chicken katsu, and sides like macaroni salad, delivering an authentic Hawaiian flavor.
Seafood combo offers a tasty mix of fresh fish and shrimp. Garlic fish and shrimp stand out for their freshness and flavor, alongside breaded shrimp and kalua pork.
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The restaurant offers large portion sizes, perfect for sharing.
They recently opened a new location with extended hours.
Expect a variety of unique Hawaiian dishes not found elsewhere.
Small dining area features red color scheme and quirky decor like a wall full of rolling pins, creating a warm, welcoming vibe with cozy, casual atmosphere. Space feels intimate and comfortable, with lighting that supports easy conversation. Outdoor seating includes heaters to maintain warmth.
BBQ pork buns come with minimal sauce and a tasty flavor. Bao and pork dishes keep the sauce light, focusing on the meat itself.
Boiled Szechuan fish offers tender meat and a spicy soup that stands out. Dumplings come in a variety of types, including shrimp, scallop, and pork, all with fresh seafood and delicate skins.
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Parking is available next to the restaurant.
The restaurant is small, seating about 30 people.
Expect longer wait times on Fridays and Saturdays.
Small, authentic barbecue restaurant with a classic Chinatown vibe and hanging roast ducks on display. Atmosphere stays cozy and inviting, often quiet but can get busy during dinner. Known for exceptional Cantonese BBQ, especially Peking duck and crispy roast pork.
Cantonese barbecue here stands out with consistently good pork, duck, and beef. The flavors match those found in Hong Kong, offering Asian-style BBQ that many find worth the trip.
Fried salt and pepper fish filets come out crispy and flavorful. Walnut shrimp offers a lightly crispy, creamy texture. Kung pao shrimp stands out with bold seasoning. Salted fish fried rice pairs well with chili oil for extra kick.
Good to know
The restaurant can get busy during weekdays and sell out of major items by evening.
Parking is available out front, but it can be sketchy at times.
Prices are generally affordable, with generous portions.
Mid-century Modern design shapes a clean, warm space with big windows and an open bar seating. Music bumps lively, creating an inviting, relaxed vibe where vintage arcade machines and TVs add unique touches. Guests enjoy creative hand-washing displays and a mix of exotic cocktails alongside rich Vietnamese dishes.
BBQ skewers come out hot, tender, and flavorful, offering enough for two meals that reheat well. Chicken and beef BBQ dishes are cooked excellently, and the snow crab legs with barbecue sauce add a messy but amazing touch.
Rich broth and fresh ingredients define the Seafood Ramen and baby clams in coconut sauce. The menu also offers Dungeness crab in Vietnamese sauce, oysters, cherry clams, and a crispy whole fish.
Good to know
Happy hour runs from 4-7pm on weekdays with fantastic deals.
Karaoke happens on Fridays and Saturdays, making it a lively night.
The restaurant has a parking lot available for guests.
Building resembles fast food but offers fresh Hawaiian BBQ with generous portions and affordable prices. Atmosphere is clean and no frills, focusing on straightforward dining. Menu features standout items like Kona Fire Chicken and seafood boil, attracting those seeking authentic Hawaiian flavors without travel.
BBQ chicken and Katsu chicken stand out as go-to dishes with perfect flavor. The kalbi BBQ offers a taste that feels like home, making it a solid choice for Hawaiian BBQ without traveling to Hawaii.
Seafood boils come with kona style sauce, clams, shrimp, and crab legs. The seafood combo and crispy shrimp mini meal offer solid variety. A 15% discount often applies to the seafood boil.
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The cost is $35 for two full plates, providing generous portions.
Kona Hawaiian BBQ- Pecos offers a 15% discount on the seafood boil.
One entree is large enough for most people to split.
Open room space combines live jazz and blues music with art-filled walls and flat-screen TVs showing games, creating a lively and inviting atmosphere. Clean, classy decor with black tablecloths and original design elements supports a vibe rich in culture and community events. The energy balances great music with a welcoming, relaxed pace.
Ribs come with a sweet and spicy homemade BBQ sauce that stands out. Catfish and fried okra add unique Southern touches. Sandwiches feature two barbecue sauces that pair well with drinks like strawberry Fanta.
Catfish and shrimp come breaded with a unique mixture and fried perfectly. The shrimp are huge and well-seasoned, matching the quality of the catfish sliced into half-inch strips.
Good to know
The restaurant offers a southern cuisine brunch buffet on weekends.
Live music happens every Friday and Sunday night.
Karaoke night starts at 10pm on Thursdays with a two-drink minimum.
Hawaiian restaurant with fun, friendly atmosphere and clean, cool interior offers authentic Hawaiian BBQ with large portions and quick service. The vibe is relaxed and focused on enjoying flavorful dishes like teriyaki chicken and macaroni salad. It stands out for its excellent value and distinctive Hawaiian decor.
Hawaiian BBQ chicken and beef come out fresh and delicious with every order. The BBQ mix pairs well with crab rangoons, macaroni salad, and musubis for a solid meal.
Fried white fish stands out with its perfect cooking and freshness. Shrimp and barbecue chicken also appear often, served in mini meals or alongside macaroni salad.
Good to know
Kona Hawaiian BBQ is not a sit-down restaurant, making it suitable for quick service.
The portions at Kona Hawaiian BBQ are decent-sized, but some may find them small.
Expect to pay a premium for kids' meals at Kona Hawaiian BBQ.
Large Asian restaurant offers a bright, clean atmosphere with a cozy, lively vibe attracting a younger crowd. The space feels open and inviting with friendly, attentive staff. Special features include an in-house butcher for select meats and a menu known for authentic pho and fresh dim sum.
Baked BBQ bun stands out with the right amount of pork filling and flavor. BBQ meats like short ribs and pork dishes are consistently on point and flavorful.
Seafood dishes feature fried shrimp balls, shrimp and chive dumplings, and grilled shrimp egg roll rice vermicelli. Big fish chunks appear in the updated Bun Nuoc Leo, and black bean fried fish stands out as well.
Good to know
The prices at Phแป Hong are higher than they used to be.
Expect no wait times during most visits.
Dim Sum prices are lower than at other local restaurants.