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Welcome to Barbecue Kai
"Barbecue Kai" is a casual dining spot located in Waianae, HI, offering a wide range of options like affordable fried rice, yummy hamburger steak, and delicious combo plates. Customer favorites include the generous portions, with highlights like the best Chicken Katsu, Katsu curry, and Black Bean Chicken. Although the noodles were not a hit, the Spare Ribs and Shrimp Plate were delightful. The service might be quick, but the outdoor seating has a pleasant vibe. With varied vegetarian choices and good value for money, "Barbecue Kai" is a must-visit for those craving tasty Hawaiian dishes in a relaxed setting.
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About
Barbecue Kai
Welcome to Barbecue Kai, a hidden gem located in Waianae, HI, where the flavors of Hawaiian cuisine come to life. This casual dining spot offers a variety of options for every palate, from vegetarian dishes to hearty meat plates. With takeout and reservation options available, Barbecue Kai makes it easy for customers to enjoy their delicious meals.
As a food reviewer of Menu Buzz, I had the pleasure of trying out some of the signature dishes at Barbecue Kai. Customer reviews rave about their fried rice, hamburger steak, and chicken katsu, highlighting the incredible flavors and generous portions.
One standout dish that caught my attention was the Katsu curry and black bean chicken. The flavors were rich and satisfying, leaving a lasting impression. The spare ribs were tender and flavorful, while the BBQ chicken was a crowd favorite.
While the service may not be exceptional, the quick turnaround time and friendly staff add to the overall experience. With outdoor seating and a dog-friendly policy, Barbecue Kai is a great spot for family gatherings or casual lunches with friends.
If you're in the mood for authentic Hawaiian flavors and generous portions, Barbecue Kai is the place to be. Don't miss out on their mouth-watering dishes and unique take on local favorites.
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“ The BEST fried rice! Can't beat the price if you are feeding more than 2 get the small catering pan of fried rice will feed you and then some, for under $40!! ”
“ Cash only. Food is always good and their prices are reasonable! In my opinion.... Best hamburger steak on the island! ”
“ Being our last night on Oahu, having stayed a week at the Hawaiian Princess, we decided to get a local style combo plate. Barbecue Kai did not disappoint. We ordered the mix combo plate with a serving of chicken katsu a la cart. HUGE servings! Extremely delicious, friendly service. The Chicken Katsu was the best I have ever had and I have been munching on Katsu since 1994! I would say the only thing I would recommend improving is their macaroni salad was a bit overcooked. Other than that it was one of the best combo lunch plates I have ever had. Seriously. I am so full right now I can hardly write this review. Mahalo Barbecue Kai! ”
“ More 3.5 stars in my book but we haven't been here long enough to try other locations so it will get the 4 stars for now. The bill for our family of 7 and 8 plates was $94 and change. The rice portions are plentiful for all the plates. My family isn't a Mac salad fan so we substituted for an extra scoop of rice for the meals. The spare ribs were tender, slightly chewy but pretty good. The show stoppers were the Katsu curry and the black bean chicken. Flavors were delicious. I'll definitely order them both again. The noodles are a never again order item. They tasted burned and there was no flavor. My mother in law had the shrimp plate and she said it was delicious. The combo of the spare ribs and chicken were good. The chicken is not fatty, chicken thighs are not usually my fav but they do a. Good job with them here. We also ordered the Loco Moco small plate and it was pretty good but not the best I've had on the island. The service was nothing to right home about but they are pretty quick. I did try to call to order ahead and no one answered. There are a few outdoor tables but there is not inside seating or restrooms. ”
“ The loco moco was good and plentiful as well as the Bbq chicken. I forgot to take a picture of it. The mochiko was not so good, it was like bits and pieces like tiny pieces. ”
“ We had to come back again. This is the best lunch plate in Hawaii. So much flavor. The Mac salad is the my favorite. ”
“ Was getting bored down the central side for dinner choices so decided to shoot the cruise! Made our stop at waianae as we went down memory lane to where we lived for quite some time. Decided to stop and get some grub which took me back to my first meal in Waianae during our move in day lol Chop steak is normally enjoyed but for some strange reason it lacked a bit of flavor. The plate is ginormous though for the price but could have used some salt and dash of sweetness to it. The hamburger steak was good. Not the best but not the worst. But enjoyed for the cheap price. Just throw on a dash of tobasco, BOOM, winnahz! Lady serving us wasn't that polite. She gave us the "EN DEN" look. Not cool ”
“ On a recent trip to hawaii...had an airbnb away from waikiki....close to the beach and less people. On my way to the beach, stumbled upon this local joint. Hawaii bbq and it finest. Huge portions and tasty dishes. All local. Talked to a few locals and they sing praises for this place. The locomo is apparently homemade. Wish i knew before i ordered. Anyhow, had the BBQ chicken large size - ( came with 3 huge pieces) and the Hawaiian ribs of course. Came with scoops of rice and macaroni...authentic hawaiian. Lol. 1 meal can feed 2...if you went with the small Order, you get 1 big piece Of chicken instead of 3. Lol. I like how the meat is not drenched in sauce Or teriyaki syrup. Its marinaded just right and grilled to perfection. So filling and delicious. Will be back for sure when in Hawaii. Service was quick and easy and with a smile. Fyi..,take out option only! :) Cheers! Happy eating! ”
“ This a late post, but I had to share some of my fav spots on the Island. Its been a min since I've been back visiting the west sai. Barbecue Kai was always our go to for good food at an affordable price. Breakfast plate back in the days were like $5 eggs, rice and portugese sausage, cant beat that?! This time around ordered, BBQ mix plate that came with BBQ chicken, teriyaki, Bbq short ribs, rice and mac salad $15, mochiko chicken, rice and mac salad $11. The service was fast and friendly! As for the the ambiance, its outdoor seating with a window were you order food. Outdoor seating, dog friendly ”
