808 Grinds Hawaiian Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (779) • $$

Grind Wit Tryz

★★★★★ 4.5 (593) • $$

"My bf and I came here for lunch (it's been on my list for so long), and there were just too many things I wanted to try. I finally decided on the Trio Plate with Garlic Shrimp, Shrimp Katsu, and Krack Chicken. My bf got the Combo Plate with Garlic Shrimp and Ono Chicken. They were nice, big plates of food, and oh, so yummy. Everything on my dish was delicious. All so full of flavor. I had leftovers, and gladly ate it later in the hotel room. Having been wanting to come back since."

Ate-Oh-Ate

★★★★☆ 3.9 (622) • $$

"How I heard of this place: Visiting friends in Portland's Laurelhurst neighborhood, this was among the recommendations for places we could walk to from their home. We were given three or four options, and food from the Pacific Islands sounded most enticing.Type of cuisine: "Ate-Oh-Ate is a Hawaiian restaurant ...[w]ith a focus on delivering authentic Hawaiian-style food, Ate-Oh-Ate is dedicated to providing the finest and most delicious dishes possible. The restaurant group is composed of highly experienced culinary professionals who bring years of expertise to the table, ensuring that every dish is of the highest quality.At Ate-Oh-Ate, we use only the highest-quality ingredients in our dishes, including all-natural meats, fresh vegetables, and authentic products. We are dedicated to providing our guests with the best dining experience possible and take pride in offering food that's not only delicious but also nutritious."Ambiance: "In a warm and inviting family-friendly environment, guests can enjoy a variety of beers on draft or in bottles and cocktails, including our famous Mai Tai. Soak up some surf videos or catch the game on one of our TVs, all while enjoying the good musical vibes. ...and strive to provide a fun and relaxed atmosphere for everyone.At the Woodstock location, disc golf enthusiasts can also check out our selection of signature discs. We offer a variety of molds and plastics and are proud to support local tournaments.Open every day, Ate-Oh-Ate is available for dine-in and take-out. Come and experience the taste of Hawaii in Portland at Ate-Oh-Ate."What I ordered: My sister and I wanted to share, so I took her top two, Korean Chicken ($15.95) - grilled boneless thighs with sweet, spicy Korean chili sauce, served with kimchi; and Shoyu Chicken ($15.95) - boneless chicken thighs simmered in shoyu, brown sugar, ginger and star anise with a side of mac salad. I also indulged in a Frozen Limeade ($6). What I loved: The Korean Chicken was great, slightly spicy but still easy to swallow. The food overall lacked the punch of flavor that we are used to in Hawaiian cuisine, but the portions were plentiful and filled us up! Why I loved it: A cute space with character - concrete walls, chalkboard menus, wooden tables/chairs in the long space, exposed wood in the tall ceilings, and calming forest green walls with silhouetted tree paintings. Cost: Average"

Bamboo Grove Hawaiian Grille

★★★★☆ 4 (582) • $$

SeaSweets Poke

★★★★☆ 4.4 (363) • $$

"Great little spot for some really good poke! A regular size is plenty for one person and you'll probably have some leftover. The ladies working there were super helpful with recommendation during my first visit. I got a base with half kale salad and half rice and went on to get both types of salmon for my base- which were amazing by the way. I proceeded to add all the toppings and created the yummiest bowl! Note: their chili oil packs a punch so tread lightly!"

808 Grinds Hillsboro

★★★★★ 4.5 (336) • $$

"This is THE Hawaiian food place, not only does the food come out super quick, but the staff is always super nice and they load up your plate. Huge portions and terrific deals. They also have great sauce options. We ordered the Kalua Pig and the Shoyu Chicken entrees along with the Asian Slaw for a side. Everything tasted fresh and on point. Left feeling beyond full and satisfied. Whether you grab it to go or sit and eat in the cozy interior, 808 Grinds is IT."

Ohana Hawaiian Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (390) • $$

The Alibi Tiki Lounge

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (569) • $$

"I'm finally getting around to writing reviews for some of my favorite old-school places in Portland. There are few businesses in the Rose City that are as iconic as the Alibi Tiki Lounge. In fact, it's such an important fixture in the tableau of weird and wonderful Portland, I'd suggest visiting at least once... regardless of what you read or hear from others.The kitsch is off the charts before you even walk through the door. One of my favorite things about this area are the historic neon signs that line Interstate avenue. At one time, Interstate was the primary route between Portland and Seattle. So it makes sense this stretch of the road is dotted with old school diners, motels and service stations. Do me a favor and visit at night so you can see the fabulous neon at Alibi and surrounding businesses in all their glory! Once inside, be sure to wander around and explore all the nooks and crannies in the lounge. The building is designed to provide lots of private booths and seating areas. My favorite tables and booths are in the circular elevated area immediately to the right of the entrance. Whimsical lighting, mirrors galore, and red tufted leather booths help set the tone. There's limited seating at the bar itself, but you'll find an area reserved for karaoke in the back, as well as plenty of outdoor seating. The menu boasts an impressive array of classic and inventive tiki cocktails served in kitschy mugs and embellished with tropical fruit, orchids and umbrellas. There is a wide variety of drinks available, but be sure to try one of their shareable "bowl" drinks, often arriving at the table engulfed in flames. I've honestly not eaten much from the food menu, despite many visits over the years. Their burger is bland, the fries are salty, and the nachos taste like cafeteria nachos. I've heard good things about the Pu Pu Platter, but do we really come here for the food? Please defer to other reviewers for an accurate recommendation. Megan G, an Elite reviewer from Sammamish, WA recommends the wings. I'll try those next time! Alibi Tiki Lounge is a delightful escape from the ordinary. It's a must-see attraction for tiki enthusiasts, and lovers of Portland history. Remember to drink responsibly and share your review here so others can learn about this fun and quirky place."

Iolani's Plate Lunch

★★★★★ 4.9 (194) • $$

""Hawai'i has often been called a melting pot, but I think of it more as a 'mixed plate'-a scoop of rice with gravy, a scoop of macaroni salad, a piece of mahi-mahi, and a side of kimchi."-- Alan Brennert, HonoluluDriving up to this little cart in a nondescript tiny lot next to a flower shop doesn't really give you the impression that you're in for something special... ...BUT YOU ARE. There is LOVE in these plate lunches. There is ALOHA in this food. A few bites of the PASTELE STEW will having you hollering ONO and MAHALO witih every bite. There's pork cubes in a mildly tangy tomato based sauce with some olives, and achiote (I think). My favorite thing on the menu. The Mac salad is the best I've ever tasted. Friends - there is potato in there. There is some hard boiled egg in there. There's the usual mac, mayo, and shredded onion in there. There's probably secret ingredients in there. And its all balanced perfectly. The GUAVA CHICKEN is 'gazmic. The KALUA PORK is delicious. The dude who owns the cart is a WHOLE VIBE. Seriously - Get the Pastele Stew. It is incredible. The closest thing I've ever tasted that might be similar is my mom's Filipino Cocido. Apparently it has Puerto Rican roots, and got filtered through a bunch of Hawaiian grandmas to become the delicious dish it is now. Effing magical."

808 Grinds

★★★★☆ 4.3 (233) • $

"Aloha Spirit in the form of Food!! They always make me feel so welcomed here. Its like being back home in Hawaii! Always greeted, always served with a smile. The food is always on point. So ONO!!I been in Portland for a few years now and was craving good authentic Hawaiian Poke. The make your own bowl places are good and all, but I want that fresh fish, buttery texture and a salty finish. I get that here at 808.Last time I was here I got the Poke Sampler which was 2 of their Ahi Poke and their Salmon Poke. My goodness... It was enough for 2 meals. They said 10oz but it really felt like a whole pound! So much freshness and great texture. It's like they made it right next to the ocean in the islands. You get to even choose one of their special sauces, I always get the Sweet Wasabi. Man, I can eat anything with this stuff!! I dream about it and to put a ring on it. Its that good, trust me, thank me later!"

Hina’s Island Grindz and Catering

★★★★★ 4.8 (132) • $$

"Good value, large portions, tasty food and friendly owners. I just went Big Island last summer and think this place is better than a really popular place in Kona Go with the Death Row Plate for $27. Two types of fried chicken, poke, mac salad and rice. Sooo good!! I'll definitely be back. Pay attention to their instagram, they're only open for a few hours and they sell out QUICK because they have lots of IG hype and absolutely meet expectations."

Aloha Grill - A Hawaiian BBQ

★★★★☆ 3.7 (218) • $$

"Aloha Grill in Tualatin is more than just a fast food joint; it's a five-star Hawaiian culinary treasure. The flavors are absolutely spot-on. Whether it's the perfectly seasoned teriyaki or the delightfully crispy Katsu, every dish is a testament to the authentic Hawaiian cuisine. The grilled beef short-rib is remarkably tender and the way they serve the teriyaki on a bed of fresh cabbage, accompanied by two scoops of rice and a scoop of Hawaiian style Mac, is simply divine. But what truly sets Aloha Grill apart is their warm, friendly Hawaiian style service that makes you feel right at home. The restaurant's clean and inviting atmosphere adds to the overall delightful dining experience. If you're looking for a reputable Hawaiian restaurant, Aloha Grill is undeniably the place to go in Tualatin."

808 Grinds - Food Cart

★★★★☆ 4.4 (150) • $$

"Ordered the Kalua Pig and 808 Fried Chicken! It was absolutely delicious. With ordering one plate, I loved how it was enough for leftovers or for two people. Their portions are generous for a good price! You can also choose a variety of sauces they have, such as spicy mayo, ginger soy, teriyaki, and more!"

Beastro By Marshawn Lynch

★★★★☆ 3.5 (202) • $$

Ate-Oh-Ate Grill

★★★★☆ 3.5 (195) • $$

"I plan to go back and order more food from them. The only thing I've ever had is their Big Salad and it was REALLY good. I had it with their teriyaki chicken and I added extra kimchi and mac salad. I would definitely get this again but would probably want to explore more of their menu too. They gave me a very generous portion of chicken which I really appreciated so I definitely want to return and I plan to update the review when I had some more of their food options!"

Da' Hui

★★★★☆ 3.5 (173) • $

"Had no clue there was a Hawaiian joint in this neighborhood, and this place is absolutely not what you'd expect from the outside, or even from the inside to be honest. Friend and I came in here on a Friday afternoon for a bite and a couple drinks, and ended up having a rendezvous of friends in the area that also wanted to enjoy an evening out. The weather was gorgeous, and they have a pretty big covered patio on the sidewalk, but unfortunately it seemed to be full of smokers when we arrived, so we took a table/makeshift "booth" in the back.(I say "booth" because they have tatami/plexiglas screens hanging from the ceiling to separate each freestanding table. This is a pretty cool idea and makes for some hilarious scenarios when the next table over is kinda drunk and runs into the screen, realizes they ran into it, turns and looks through the window and waves.)Up front, the specialty drinks were good, but nothing to really write home about - and that's ok, they do the job. What you are going to want to write home about is the food!First thing you're going to want to order is the Musubi - tofu or spam, they're both a brick of deliciousness. It's $5 for lego brick of rice and protein wrapped up in seaweed and you need to get at least one to put in your face.My friends and I all ordered different things - steak fries, regular basket of fries, pulled pork plate, the pork sandwich... but I'd been craving ramen for a few days and saw the hung ova soup just sitting there at the bottom of the menu. The Hung Ova Soup is...a lot more than you'd expect. It's huge! A kinda salty/savory broth that's full of bok choy, gyoza, your choice of meat (I got spam) and noodles. Yeah, the noodles are pretty obviously out of instant/top ramen packets, but I'm not knocking them for that. Those noodles are built to sop up the deliciousness of whatever they're put near, and when you put all this deliciousness in that bowl, it turns into something epic!"

Namu

★★★★☆ 3.6 (117) • $

"hit this place up on our bicycle food tour.we were pretty stuffed already;however, we really enjoyed the food even still.they have a few food carts here to choose,but if you're in the mood for some legit bulgogi,well, then, stop on by and get some.asian/hawaiian fusion is on point.loved this place!"

Kuya's Islander Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4 (87) • $$

"I wanted to try a filipino restaurant and found this spot. Opens at 11, but they were a bit late unlocking the doors today. We waited in the car and saw people starting to walk in, so we headed on in. It's an old craftsman house which was renovated into a restaurant. It was nice and open upon walking in and we were directed to a numbered table. Right next to the window was a nice touch. There's lots to choose from, but the kare kare caught our eyes. It was big enough to share. I suggest getting another side order of rice if you plan on sharing a meal. We also got the fresh lumpia, as a starter. You may need to ask for a couple of plates and a serving spoon if you're sharing a meal or appetizer. The staff was very nice. My mom got to chatting with them. We want to come back and try the rest of the menu. As others have mentioned, the portions are definitely big enough to share. Bring your appetite."

Daily Dose of Aloha 808

★★★★★ 4.8 (49) • $$

"Another trip to the food cart for a delicious meal Shoyu chicken! This one was even better than before. It seems to have had more time in the teriyaki sauce. It penetrated all the way to the bone. Just look at this work of art!"

Island Style Grill

★★★★★ 5 (34)

"When I wake up, well, I know I'm gonna eatI'm gonna sing a song like Proclaimers doWhen No Ka Oi, yeah, I know I'm gonna eatI'm gonna eat the Mac along with my KatsuIf I Da Kine, well, I know I'm gonna eatI'm gonna eat Teriyaki next to youWhen Sake Prawns, hey, I know I'm gonna eatI'm gonna Broke da Mouth on this reviewBut I would wok for Island StyleAnd I would wok for PanioloHawaiian Sun I'd drink a thousand timesJust to chow down on Mochiko"

Mahi Taco

★★★★★ 4.8 (36) • $

"The service is phenomenal he was super nice and helpful. We got almost everything on the menu, the Mahi taco was better than the one I had fresh off the boat in Hawaii!! My mind was blown... the chicken taco was my next favorite, the fried avocado taco was alright I wouldn't order it again, but it was interesting. This place will transport you to a beachy vibe every bite you take. My new favorite fish taco place for sure. Thanks for taking me to the islands one bite at a time ;)"

Lei'd Back Hawaiian Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.7 (60) • $$

"Having a Hawaiian phase right now and boy did we enjoy this little gem! She really loaded up the plate and I appreciated it! The macaroni salad was very delicious and seasoned well! I love green onion and it was a perfect amount! The pork was not salty... did you hear me? Not salty! The pork was soft, seasoned perfectly and the sauce? Was gelatinous???? Usually it's either just soy sauce or sweet soy sauce??? It's almost like a broth??? I'm just truly amazed in the small things from a food truck, you can tell there's love out in. We also got some spam mash is and the black sesame pairing was nice to the spam! Really loved it and will come back for more"

Seasweets Poke

★★★★☆ 4.3 (35) • $$

Shaka Brah Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (39) • $$

"Great place for local food. Located off Murray. It's in the old big island grill space - looks like this will be a constant place for local food. Staff is friendly and local. Food is great. Got the garlic chicken and it tasted like what youd get in Hawaii. And they make malasada! Will come again"

K-Bop

★★★★☆ 4.4 (24)

"Well, I see I'm having troubleWith my tight blue jeansBlame it on the carts in Happy ValleyHey, I've been thinking of hot HawaiianI'm picking up cool KoreanOop K-BOP!Do I wanna go for a Bowl on FireOr a Fusion Entrée to take me higherThey say Cyndi Lauper sends good vibesThey better take cash or I won't biteOop K-Bop! K-Bop!Hey, hey I say gimme-em-all veggiesBecause I'm obsessin' on BulgogiValue meals and I don't sweatAin't no reason to go in debtEat bop, we bop, a K-BOP!I bop, you bop, a K-BOP!Clean carts have the upper handEat bop, we bop, a K-BOP!I bop, you bop, a K-BOP!Eat bop, eat bop, a lu K-BOP!"

Teriyaki Express

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (40) • $

"So I just started a new job right by here and thought I might give this place a go since it smelled great and was so close. I have not has a decent bento bowl in a long time since I live in Beaverton and there really just are not decent bento places by me.Immediately I noticed how amazingly clean and neat this place is - especially for a little hole in the wall strip mall. So then I noticed how cheap the food is....and the speed, she takes those orders fast and accurate. It is pretty amazing indeed. She even remembers a lot of customers by name and is super friendly but not fake at all. I was impressed at how many regulars go there! Even with the sheer volume of people though they are still smokin fast and accurate.Before I even sat down my order was ready and was very good! I have never had any restaurant deliver that fast! The food for the price is pretty impressive and they do not even skimp on the sauce! Just wow... I also must say I loved the variety of their menu but for $6.20 you get the chicken bento which is a pile of rice, chicken teriyaki with lots of sauce, a small pile of veggies and three chicken gyoza which are fresh and perfectly crispy and fresh plus a drink! Great value!"

Ate Oh Ate - Beaverton

★★★☆☆ 3 (45)

"A friend brought me here for dinner. I really only got into Hawaiian food thanks to friends from the islands so I am not in the know for authentic.The very sweet guy at the counter was great as we were complex getting an order to go for her husband and me being completely clueless as to all the things. I was happy she clued me in on the slushies and we both tried them both. Lime and coconut were the two and they were both made with coconut milk, having that creaminess. Delicious! I was getting brain freeze though - it was pretty hot out and I just cannot do super cold when I am super hot. Delicious as they were I had to just get a Mexican coke with a big old cup of ice. My friend grabbed a slushie and added a shot to it which you can do!The food was great - I tried her Kahlua pork which was great. I got the teriyaki chicken and the chicken katsu - both were very good though the BBQ sauce served with the katsu was a lot more liquid and vinegar forward that I like so I used their teriyaki sauce. Their mac salad is a lot more sweet than previous experiences at other places and my friend said that they use a lot more pineapple. It is very creamy and I did like it. What I was not a fan of was the butter mochi cake but I am not a fan of that texture which I think is correct. I could see people liking it but I just find the sticky tacky texture to be unappealing so you might love it!"

Choi Choi's

★★★★★ 4.8 (4)