Big Kahuna’s Pizza
550 Paiea St, Honolulu, HI, 96819
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Address :
550 Paiea St
Honolulu, HI, 96819 - Phone (808) 833-5588
- Website https://bigkahunaspizzahawaii.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :10:00 am - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : No
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : No
Categories
Pizza
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Jessica P.
First time visit. Ordered Eggplant personal pizza, BBQ Chicken personal pizza, and the New Yorker Pastrami sandwich. Everything tasted amazing. The pizza crust didn't overpower the meal. The pizza sauce was light enough to let your taste buds enjoy the toppings. We watched several customers order shakes. So we wanted to order one as well, but by the time we did they had run out of ice cream {insert sad face here}. The nice touch was that they completed our meal with complimentary chocolate chip cookies. So good!! Will definitely be back for more pizza and sandwiches with high hopes for ordering their strawberry banana shake!
(5)Megan W.
Great pizza. Had the spinach, tomato, and garlic pizza and added bacon. Loved it. The dough is wonderful and I like how they don't have a lot of crust at the end. Heard the garlic bread balls are amazing. I will definitely go back and the other foods on their menu :D
(4)Jennifer Y.
FOOD No matter what you order, the selections here are outstanding. On our last visit, we ordered a large sandwich and 7" pizza at the counter and found a two top tucked away in a cozy corner. Both selections were absolutely remarkable and memorable in taste and texture. Sandwich meats are fresh and tender. Breads are fresh made daily. Toppings are always fresh. Simply put....everything tastes fresh! SERVICE Although it wasn't packed, we didn't know to call ahead with an order so there was a significant wait for our food. Our order included pizza though so the wait is understandable. As for the personnel, they are courteous and quick to bring our order to us. ATMOSPHERE It's kitschy with a beachy, tropical vibe. The decor looks like it could use a good cleaning though. It was well past lunch rush, so I can only speak for the noise level as being at an appropriate conversational level. PRICE For the amount of food we received, we consider it to be a bit overpriced especially compared to mainland standards. But, this is Hawaii, right? For great food, sometimes you have to pay the price. BOTTOM LINE We would return here more often if it weren't for our restrictive dietary lifestyle. Big Kahuna's is definitely a terrific place for sandwiches and pizza.
(5)Michael M.
The garlic pizza balls and the pizza here are amazing. Brought on to this place by a friend and I am definitely coming back to try other things on the menu.
(4)Taylor C.
Went here for the first time in over a year last night & the food was still amazing!! Garlic balls are a must try and their pizza is just sooo good. However, last night when we went we waited about 35-45 minutes for our pizza, I was starting to get really irritated & impatient. Yes it was a Saturday night, but they weren't busy. I finally asked for our pizza to go & when we got it, they were apologetic and they brought us a few small freshly made brownies for free. They were so good so it made up for it, but I was really upset and disappointed with how long it took.
(4)Peter L.
* Welcome Experience - Ordinary They seemed friendly and patient while ordering despite the absurd bottleneck at the front door. The place is tiny and people who haven't ordered yet just fumble about the entrance. It's awkward. I also don't like the big grass palm frond roof over the counter where you order. Just adds an unnecessary layer of awkwardness. * Establishment - Ordinary Tiny. Themed. It's fine. If all the tables are full, and if you order "for here" you have to stand in the middle of this tiny place with your food hoping someone leaves. (Like I did.) * Service - Encouraging I didn't realize it was cash only till it was my turn to order. They let me order then go get cash at the ATM. They could have said no. That was encouraging. * Food Quantity / Quality / Presentation - Ordinary All I ate were the "World Famous" cheesy garlic balls. These were just ok. I wanted to love them so bad. They taste exactly like they look. No surprises here. Not famous in my world. Meh. They were not BAD. * What I'll remember They were nice to me. * What I can't wait to forget The absurd bottleneck at the entrance.
(4)Shayna K.
Stay away if you're on Atkins, South Beach or trying to cut down on carbs. Because pretty much everything on the menu is for pre-marathon carbo-loading. It's bursts of simple, white starchy, doughy bread that is........ AMAZING. It's like carbheaven. Go on your cheat day! It's worth it! I had the turkey pesto melt small sub for 5.95 and it was HUUUUGE. Don't get the large size unless you are prepared to eat like a horse or share it with 3 other people. I didn't like the look of the sandwich at first, but as soon as I started eating it, I...could...not...stop. The bread was crunchy on the outside, soft and doughy on the inside, sweet and plentiful. The inside fillings were salty and creamy and....mmmmmmmm. My friend had the roasted eggplant melt, which she said was also super good. Kids had da California Club and I was surprised when they wolfed it down and asked for more. I just saw they have vegan cheese as an option! I will get this the next time. The day before I run my next...mile.
(4)Pj E.
There pizza is good! So far the bast that I have found on the island. I like that they are smaller pies so that you can get your own and you don't have to make sure everyone is in agreement with each other.
(4)Astrid B.
Yum!!!!! I got the spinach, garlic & tomato pizza. It is amazing! We also got the cheesy bread, which was ok. Once it gets cold it's not very good it tastes like bread. I don't like that this place only accepts cash. What is that?! It's so inconvenient.
(4)Angela K.
Never have had a positive experience here since 1st time I tried it. Just mildly convenient. Contaminated vegan food(with shellfish) cost me a bundle in seeing doctor last year. It's ok, but questionable every time since the server joked today about serving me dairy cheese on my pizza. Thumbs down if Vegan.
(1)Cameron B.
Photos are so deceiving. I tried their garlic balls and I'm very happy that I bought the Menehune size. I was expecting cheesy, garlic goodness and I got oily, unmelted cheese dough. I would probably call it pull-apart bread that didn't actually pull-apart. I also got a personal pizza which again, the cheese didn't seem like it was melted all the way. They do really well with the toppings but the pizza itself wasn't something I'd come back to. There aren't that many choices by the airport so you're pretty limited to what you can get. I'd come back here but will try to come during a non-busy time frame. That might be the reason why my food felt and tasted undercooked.
(3)Nichole B.
Love this place! Found it when we first got to Hawaii a year ago. We've been here 4 or 5 times over the past year. They always remember my child's dietary restriction! So amazed by their kindness to my child- they're always helpful and welcoming. I also have dietary restrictions and they've always accommodated us. We always find something we can eat. Delicious food and great service. I haven been disappointed yet.
(5)Nathan P.
Love the Freshly made and Hot to order dishes: Pizzas, Sandwiches, Garlic Bread. Flavors are heaven. Pictures/menu outside in the window and on the order counter plus to-go menus. Their website is what the place looks like in person. (Prices rounded off) Personal Pizzas/Sandwiches/Desserts are under $9. Drinks are $2 for a 32 oz refillable cup or bottle drinks. Large Pizzas are $22 If you have questions on the size just look on the wall for reference. Warning: Don't calculate your total after you paid for your food!
(4)Rebekah H.
Their local pizzas are great! Cheese/pepperoni, not so much. The sandwiches are super, the shakes are delish, and the garlic knots are AMAZING! The service is usually quick, but can back up quickly because so much is made to order and they have a small staff. They take cash only and there are limited seats both inside and out.
(4)Ginny S.
This place was great :) they only take cash or personal checks from local banks so that's kind of a downfall but luckily we had enough on us to pay for the meal without running a few doors down to the ATM. Food was delicious and staff was friendly and wonderful.
(4)Linda S.
Every time we go here it's absolutely delicious. Cheesy bites, subs & pizza are all yummy. My favorite is "da California Sub". If you're running short on time you should call ahead that get really busy and the dining area is small.
(5)Eileen S.
Been at least 4 yrs and the cheese balls (I get them without garlic) are still cheesy-licious. Lol. Sadly the biggest impression on me was not the food but the incredibly ridiculously slow service. Many moons ago at their old location, they'd be packed with people overflowing out to the parking lot and yet you got your food reasonably quick. Yet today they had about 4 people already waiting on orders when I 1st walked in and a group just heading out so not busy at all in comparison. I ordered 3 dz cheese balls and was told 10-15min. Well that turned into 30min as I watched 6 people come in after me, order, get their food, and leave. So I ordered 2 shakes thinking we can have those while we wait......NOT! Those took 10min and by then the bread had come out. Kona koffee shake was good but banana was just a vanilla shake with banana chunks. I'll go back for the bread but order ahead to try and save time.
(3)Tina D.
Garlic cheese balls! Military discount! Plenty of parking...(although, the entire shopping center is now charging to park). But garlic cheese balls are worth it!
(5)Erin K.
We just moved here a week ago and we actually chose Big Kahuna's because of their good reviews on Yelp. The staff was extremely friendly and attentive. We ordered the milkshakes, garlic rolls and 3 types of pizza. All were the best we have had in a long time!! We will be eating here often! Thank you!
(5)Ronald L.
My favorite menu item there, the sumo pizza! It's served as either a 7 inch or 12 inch pizza pie. Loaded with all types of yummy toppings. You can read other reviews if want to know exactly what's on it, but it pretty much has everything. And you can't forget their famous garlic cheese balls. The only draw backs to the business is that if you order a pizza during their traditional dinner or lunch periods it usually takes 45 minutes for them to make it. Also they only except cash or local bank checks for payments. The business center they're located in recently implemented a parking ticket system for you to park in their lot. The first 15 minutes of parking is free. After that you can get a free validation sticker from the business which covers you for a free hour of parking. A great alternative to those big chain pizza places.
(5)Paul R.
Here is an article I wrote about my vacation to Honolulu, Hawaii. My wife Deanna Jaxine Stinson and I, made many stops to eat. Here is the article: forums.jazmaonline.com/t… Deanna ordered a veggie sandwich and it was delicious. Customer service was over-the-top and the sandwich was so big, Deanna could not eat it all.
(4)Cassey P.
Love this place, pizza is amazing and service is outstanding! We have been here a few times and have left happy every time. This is one place we will continue to come to for our cheat days. Oh and their Oreo milkshake was to die for!!!!!
(5)Dale W.
i ate here for lunch one day and the food almos put me in a damn coma. so be careful if you gotta go back to work. we got the cheese balls n bbq chicken pizza. both good.
(3)Ralph R.
Wait staff friendly. Milk shakes decent. Subs were OK but nothing spectacular. Would not go out of the way to eat here. Seems like mostly tourists in here. Should have stuck with my golden rule of not eating anywhere that is full of only haoles.
(3)KC M.
Worst service ever! We arrived for dinner, party of 9 (5 of them being kids) @ 6pm and we were the first ones there. Placed an order for 2 pizzas and garlic cheese balls, waited patiently and no food. Finally after 30+ minutes the garlic balls arrived; by this time everyone was starving and it was gone in no time. Still waiting for our pizzas (another 30+ minutes), finally went up to inquire about our order, we were told it should be out soon but noticed others had their order before us. By this time the entire restaurant was full, standing room only. We FINALLY got our pizzas; it wasn't hot and the bottom was soggy. It would have been nice if someone kept us informed about our order and why it was taking so long. I felt bad for the family sitting behind us, they arrived soon after we did and when we left (around 7:30pm), they still didn't receive their food! We don't plan on dining here again, not worth it.
(1)Dawn L.
TIP: Cash or local checks only Quick....dig through your pockets and purses to see if you have enough money to eat....Got it? Phew! That was close... You need around $8 give or take a few cents to get a personal pizza with whatever creative topping they've come up with. Today, I ordered Paisano (Italian sausage, olives, and onions) while my boss had a Kanaka (bbq sauce, kalua pig, red onions?, methinks). Whatever it was, he was tempted enough by my order that he asked if we could share pizzas. Lucky him, I can't finish it all and I was happy to share. If all else fails, dig through the ashtray in your car, under the seats, and the glove compartment for at least $3.50ish and get yourself a small order of 6 garlic cheese balls of death. No that's not really it's name, but don't plan on meeting clients, potential future significant others, or potential employers after eating these. They are delicious, warm comfort food and they smell like garlicky heaven for days. American Pie ain't got nuttin' on this, baby. THIS is a warm piece of heaven...not no stinkin' apple pie. The servers are all super nice and very helpful. Drinks get free refills. And lots of parking available in this rather smallish strip mall...a big change from their old digs. Oh, and bring cash.
(5)Mike B.
They do not accept credit cards, so make sure you have cash. That said, this place has the best pizza on the island and they also make great sandwiches. If you want to dine-in, the place is small, but you can usually manage to get some space. Like everyone has said, you need to try some garlic cheese balls. You can get six of them for less than 3.50, so its not a bad deal and they are worth every penny and more.
(5)Virginia D.
Deep dish vegan pizza! YUM my kid liked the pizza with the cow cheese, too. Next time I am getting one of their vegan milkshakes!!! staff is nice. it's a tiny place, packed at lunch- you have to wait for a table, but that's OK b/c you are waiting for your pizza anyway! decor is a bit dated, but who cares. we walked here from the airport- doable, but not particularly scenic. cash only.
(4)Nickel R.
I must amend my review, while the pizza is better than average, their sandwiches are by far the best thing on their menu! You must try the if you have not!
(5)John S.
7" pizza for $9, way over priced!! They didn't even have any sandwiches when I went, "they were sold out"... Other than that, it rates pretty good
(3)Ally G.
This place always hits the spot and satisfies our pizza cravings. I ordered a pepperoni and mushroom pizza and an order of garlic cheese balls. I usually call my order ahead since there is usually a wait, today's wait was 45 min, but not a problem since I ordered before I got there. The service is always excellent and the employees are friendly. Pizza was hot and yummy as usual. Just a few things to keep in mind...order ahead of time to minimize your wait, pizzas are buy one get the second half off, there is only one type of crust available, no thin crust, and they only take cash. This place is a nice change from the pizza chain restaurants.
(5)Victoria A.
This place used to be great. The last time I got the garlic balls it was over cooked and not enough topping. For as busy of a place as they are you would think they would move into a bigger location and hire more staff.. so sad I used to love this place
(2)Dana K.
I"m not a fan of writing less than 4-star reviews of local favorites. But, honestly, I'm not sure what all the hype is about. Yelp, you did me wrong. Here's the review break down 1) Pizza crust tasted like bread. Not crispy or bendy, or crusty. Really was like wet bread. Absorbed so much sauce it was just... weird. Burned on the bottom. 2) Toppings were less than tasty. The BBQ sauce on the BBQ chicken pizza was really, REALLY vinegar-y. The chicken was kinda bland, bit rubbery. 3) The cheese. I'm a HUGE cheese "snob" I prefer cheese on my pizza to do the "pully-stringy-gooey, thing" where it just looks melty and tasty and wonderful. This was not that. Ever had that really cheap, bagged, "cheese-like" "shreds" that are super low-cost but coated in so much cellulose powder they never TRULY melt? (if not, go check out Walmart, pretty sure they have them) This cheese reminded me of that. It didn't seem fresh grated, probably not a mix of cheeses. I could still differentiate every single shred on the pizza. 4) Service was excellent. Friendly cashiers. 5) Pretty speedy pizza making, ready for pick up in about a half hour. 6) No delivery that I'm aware of. 7) Cheese bread/balls. These are DELICIOUS. But... the closer we got to the middle of this tangle of cheese and dough, the less cooked it was. Eventually we got to pretty cool dough balls covered with semi-melted cheese. This place is, cash only. We were NOT informed of this when we called and ordered. We even told them this was our first order and no one thought to tell us this. Good thing I had enough on me (I usually only carry plastic). Also, I've heard rumors that you get a "free cheese bread/ball" order on your first visit. Did not get. Last, military discount if it hasn't been mentioned before. Active Duty only (as far as I know) with ID.
(3)Beth H.
Every monthly trip to Honolulu stopping at the Big Kahuna is a must. Best sandwiches on Oahu. If you appreciate good bread, they have Homemade rolls to die for! Cash or local check only.
(5)Nancy H.
We ordered pizza tonight from Big Kahunas for the first time in a while. I was sooo looking forward to that first yummy bite. Such. A. Disappointment. Not only was the pizza not thick and gooey like it used to be, but it wasn't even hot. It tasted like it had been sitting a while, and not even under the warmers. I used to not mind paying in cash, even though it was a big inconvenience (and completely archaic in this day and age), but now it's totally not worth the hassle. I also didn't mind the long wait for my pizza because it used to be so tasty. Definitely not worth it now! At least now I will no longer crave Big Kahuna pizza. I'll go to Boston Pizza instead...
(2)Courtney Y.
"We're not in Kansas anymore, Toto." Is that how the quote goes? Never seen the movie, so don't quote me on it. Well, in any case, I found myself like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz. Lost, in unknown/uncharted territory of what is not town or Pearl City. I came here for Starbucks, but as my eyes wondered I saw the sign for this joint and immediately got super excited. Why you ask? Because some of the greats on Yelp have gone here and raved about the Garlic Cheese Balls via check-ins and reviews. Of course, after a Starbucks' green tea latte filled hangout with a friend, I found myself waiting in line to order some of dem garlic cheese BALLZ. Literally, I just ordered garlic cheese balls, which were pretty not badly priced for 12 balls. Reading some reviews on how it loses its luster if it gets cold, I sped home (... if you're reading this and are a cop, I was merely keeping up with the traffic flow?) after I dropped one set of garlic cheese balls to my sister. When I got home, they were still warm (although not hot). I saw some of the cheese getting hard and losing their ooey gooey appeal so I was a bit worried. I let my mom try the first bite and heard, "Oh!" It was a good "oh" so I immediately pounced and descended upon the aluminum pan of all that is garlicky and cheesy. Let's just say, the garlic cheese balls here are well known for a reason. It seems to be made of sweet bread, squished together to fit in that pan, and then layered with cheese and garlic! The middle part was gold as the majority of cheese and garlic could be found there. I was in carb heaven. YUM. In all honesty, I gave this place a 4 because they were kind of on the slower side. I ended up waiting 15-20 minutes for 2 order of the stuff, with only one person that ordered before me. Plus, I didn't get a chance to try anything else here. If I ever find myself down yonder here, I'll be sure to give this place another looksy and update a review. Perhaps it'll go for 5 stars?!
(4)Kristin C.
Wait for our sandwiches always take a heck of a long time, we ordered the brisket and it was delicious and a huge portion. Service was absolutely horrible! After waiting 30min they gave our order to the wrong family that has been waiting for only a few minutes. So we had to wait alot longer. They didn't give two hoots and a dam, further more the female cashier was'nt paying attn to the completed orders and I had to call it out to her. Ugh!!!
(2)Raynette G.
Went to Lunch with a friend. Tried the BLT Sanwich...and it was amazing! The Cheesy Balls are a must as well. Everything was so very Ono! Love to eat there, kind of like hanging out at the beach. So laid back and comfy. The staff was.greag as usual. Always smiling and friendly. The only thing... cash only! Lucky for the AM nearby. A must eat...so treat yourself to delicious Pizza, Sandwich, or what have you. It's all good!
(5)Jennifer M.
I absolutely love it here. Anything on the menu is great. Their garlic cheese balls are amazing. I remember skipping class with friends and coming here for them. It was college and everyone else was done for the day. They are consistent with their food quality and great customer service. Just be prepared to have cash on hand.
(5)jason v.
Hands down the most delicious pizza place on the island, kalua pig, pepperoni, Italian sausage, portuguese sausage, our the works, it's just frekin delish. Don't even get me started with the garlic cheese balls. ..yum
(5)Helen M.
Ever tried to unhinge your jaw to eat your sandwich? It's not pretty or ladylike, but sometimes, you gotta take one for the team (or rather, your ego) just so you can taste their sandwiches. One of my friends ordered a sandwich, da New Yorker, and let me try it. This thing is stacked and totally worth what you're paying for, as are the other sandwiches, I'm sure. Can't say I would personally order it again just because I would want to order pizza, obviously. We also ordered the famous Sumo Special as well as the menehune sized garlic cheese balls. The garlic cheese balls were super cheesy and fluffy but honestly, the garlic wasn't as strong as I would imagine it to be. Maybe this is coming from years of experience eating delivery pizza, which has rather strong characteristics. Nonetheless, these baked goodies are so good for what they are, regardless of that garlic comment. Must eat fresh. Whenever I think about about these cheese balls, I'm never blown away by them, almost like they lack something. Another equally popular item was the Sumo Special, loaded with various meats and specific veggies (onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, and olives). Big Kahuna's pizzas are thick but soft so while their personal pan pizza does look small, those toppings and that unassuming density really add some weight to your meal. Their personal pan (7") is probably a great portion for one person but I'll definitely want to come back to order a medium pan pizza (12") with a group. The location is really close to the airport and there were quite a bit of people during the lunch rush but not unmanageable as it took less than 10 minutes to order. The more I think about Big Kahunas, the more I want to come back right before a stressful/long plane ride. Personally, I think the food is my kind of comfort food for plane ride preparation: hearty and filling. Hearty enough to keep me from feeling queasy mid-flight, and filling enough for me to avoid gross airline food. :D
(3)Nathan J.
The pizza is good. Not the best on island but still really good. The garlic cheese knots are the best thing on the menu. Well worth the trip alone.
(4)Steven C.
Love this place. I come here to eat the pizza usually. Today, decided to try the pastrami. Best I've had on the island.
(5)Kevin G.
Pizza was great. I will be going there again when people come to visit. It does take a while for the food but it's worth it. I would call ahead of time and place my order a good 15 Minutes before I get there next time. You have to try the garlic cheese balls.
(4)Laura C.
My husband and I bought pizza from here a few times while we were staying at the best western that's across the street and we were pretty impressed! Great tasting pizza and very fast! You can tell that the crust is homemade and it's so good! I would suggest this place to anyone in town who wants some good pizza!
(4)Jean-luc P.
Geez guys.....I'm stumped. Why is everybody raving about this pizza???? Maybe because I've been to Chicago and eaten some amazing real deep dish pizza, I might be a little jaded. But this was just.......underwhelming. Okay, lets start with the ordering process. Called to place a take-out order. Lady who answered asked me to "hold on please'' Okay, no problem. Now, she didn't put me on hold, but just placed the phone down on the desk. So I could hear everything that was going on in the store. Apparently, there was an issue with one of the cashier's drawers being short money. Actually, I think she forgot about me because after 5 minutes of holding (and listening to everything going on in the store) I decided to hang up. I called back again. This time a guy answered, again "hold on real quick please" Okay, sure. This time he actually puts me on hold and I can't hear the restaurant noise. Holding, holding, and still holding. After 5 minutes go by, I hang up. What the heck is going here? Okay, I'll just drive there and place my order. Get there and it is busy. There must have been 5-6 people waiting outside and it was busy inside. (Okay, maybe that's why they forgot me on the phone, but its still no excuse really) There is a sign inside that said walk-in orders will take 30-35 minutes. Well that sucks, because if they had taken my order on the phone when I called, it'd be ready. Anyway, place my order for a 12" Vegetarian and a 12" Big Kahuna and an order of garlic cheesy balls. Inside is crowded, so I wait outside with the other people who are waiting for their take out orders. I noticed that the lady brings out the pizza orders and calls the name of the people who ordered them. One by one all the people who ordered take out, got their pizza. That's fine, the sign did say 30-35 minutes. So, as I'm standing out side, constantly looking inside to see if my order was ready, I notice two pizza boxes and small container on the counter by the register. I think to myself, is that my order. Nah, couldn't be, otherwise they would have brought it out to me. Besides its only been 25 minutes. I watch the lady ring up people who were eating inside and then take orders from 3 additional customers who walked in. And by this time, another 10 minutes had gone by....and the pizzas were still sitting there. I decided to go in and check. Bazinga....those WERE my pizzas sitting there getting cold. Gee, thanks for the lukewarm pizzas. So, I get them home and that's when the REAL disappointment begins. Garlic Cheesy Balls: Garlic my @ss. Where was the Garlic??? It was just cheese on bread!!! I gave one to my young kid, who hates Garlic. He says "MMMM....cheesy balls." and wolfs it down. He loves it. I ask "what did you think of the garlic on it?" He says "What garlic?" BA-DA-BOOM. Nuff' said. Now about the pizza's: What the hell???? Is there a shortage of Pizza sauce??? Both Pizza's we couldn't even taste any sauce. It was like eating cheese & toppings on a piece of bread. In fact it wasn't just me, my whole family were like " WTH??? Where's the sauce???" At least with Pizza Huts Pan Pizzas, you can actually taste the sauce. I don't know people, you all have me scratching my head??? Sorry to say, I'm not a fan. I guess I'll just have to stick to Magoo's in Moilili or Round Table in Enchanted Lake for my pizza fix.
(2)Tim P.
Needed to get the delicious subs paniolo beef brisket and a hottie salami for Melissa for our flight back home. Their pizzas are unbelievable slso. When we have guests visiting we will stop here when arriving or departing sometimes both...
(5)Malia H.
Say everybody have you seen their balls? Yup that's what I said. Actually have you tasted their balls? They have these garlic cheesy balls that are amaze balls. They come in 2 portions... regular (12) yelp.com/biz_photos/big-… menehune (6) yelp.com/biz_photos/big-… They have pizzas that come in 2 sizes... 7" personal yelp.com/biz_photos/big-… 12" medium pan yelp.com/biz_photos/big-… They have the traditional pizzas like pepperoni and cheese but also specialty pizzas like the kanaka. They also have subs too. Any pizza can be converted to a sub. Some of my personal favorites are the shrimp scampi, sumo and white....all completely different depending on your craving. The pizzas are good but expensive and IMO not really worth the price you pay. If you do come here, I do advise to fax or call in your order. It takes awhile to make the pizza and its always crazy busy whenever you go there. I have never been able to dine in ever. The service is a hit or miss. Regardless, I still come here every so often... its those darn balls that have you coming back... ^^*
(3)Jen C.
Loooooove the sandwiches here. The bread is so soft and delicious. I've eaten here many times, but I've only ordered the Spinach Garlic Tomato Sub because I love it so much and I'm afraid to be let down with something different. I hope I'll be able to venture to other sections of the menu, but for now, I'm pretty content where I am. Cash only!
(5)Reymalyne H.
We got free garlic cheese balls after we asked the staff if they give free garlic balls during your first-time visit. Me and hubby got our own garlic balls. It was just dough rolled into balls and cheese sprinkled amd baked nothing spectacular. We ordered a pepperoni pizza. Ummm I honestly don't know the hype about this pizza. The crust was alright to thick and doughy for my liking. Topping was ok I was expecting the cheese pull nicely but it didn't. It was just an ok spot if you want some pizza. Me and hubby ate better pizza in san diego for less than $5 and it was a whole pizza. The $5 pizza was more memorable and delicious than this almost $20 spent on this dinner.
(1)Dwayne F.
Awesome pizza. Customer service is excellent. Cash only (or local personal checks), but there is a ATM close by. The cool manager gladly accepted my Restaurant.com discount (they just joined the program). Cheese balls to start and Sumo Pizza hots the spot. Mahalo, we'll definitely be back.
(5)Thomas A.
The garlic knots and subs/sandwiches are decidedly mediocre. The pizza is OK. The cash-only requirement is really annoying, especially how considering that going to an ATM in a pseudo-sketchy industrial area near HNL is probably a bad idea. Seating is limited but with high-quality chairs if you manage to snag a spot. If you're over 6'2", you'll get the decor brushing your head annoyingly when you go to order.
(2)Maggi L.
This place is overrated by Zagat. We went here because Zagat had this place in its "50 states, 50 pizzas". They said the BBQ chicken pizza is the best so we ordered that. It was ok. It wasn't bad, it was good but not the best pizza I've ever had. I like the BBQ chicken pizza from California Pizza Kitchen better and it's closer to where I live. I heard they have the best cheese balls so I might come back here for those on my way to the airport.
(3)Rhea Cherie B.
Located at the Airport Trade Center, Big Kahuna's is a cool little pizza joint that has a local twist on pizzas. Their dough is kind of thick-if you're looking for thin crust, sorry this isn't the place for you. Pizza's pretty tasty but also pretty greasy so you know it's not healthy but things that taste really good aren't usually healthy anyway! Everyone's in love with their garlic cheese balls. I think they're alright, I LOVE garlic so I don't think they have enough of a garlic flavor to name them garlic cheese balls. But yeah, I usually pair them with my pizza. You can turn any pizza into a sandwich too! They're sandwiches are pretty hefty. Also, they serve milkshakes! My favorite is the Ghirardelli chocolate milkshakes. Yum! I dig the atmosphere and the decorations there. They have a local theme since they serve "local style" pizza. They have surfboards and beachy type decorations. They also have pictures on the wall of local celebrities. The staff also dresses very casual-slippers and shorts! The downside to this pizza joint is the place is really tiny and they have very limited seating. I also highly recommend calling in all of your orders, unless you have A LOT of time. You can find their menu on their website. The wait time is usually pretty long even for the milkshakes.
(4)Alexa Kae F.
I had a person pan pizza topped with bacon and sausage. I was greeted immediately by a teenybopper who was sweet and enthusiastic. My wait was about 10 15 mins for a pizza but well worth the wait! It was the perfect size...I went in starving and felt satisfied! The sauce was delicious and topped with an assortment of cheeses. Next time I plan on trying a sub!
(5)Jeffery R.
Outstanding Kalua pork sub and a friendly staff. I will update after every time I eat here.
(5)Camari W.
First meal i had in Hawaii and they sure set the pace for good food. Their garlic cheese balls were delicious. Their "da pipeline" sandwich lets you convert a pizza into a sandwich and converting the bbq chicken pizza into a sandwich was a great idea. Their bread is made in house and was so fresh and amazing. The customer service at the establishment was great. Employees went out of their way to give advice of sights to see and things to do as well as try other eateries. I will defiantly be back.
(5)Mark V.
No. I am from New Jersey and I like to believe we have the best pizza anywhere pretty much anywhere in the north east has decent pizza. But this place was a complete waste and horrible attempt at making pizza. If you like regular bread with crappy cheese melted on it that a place labels as pizza then by all means eat your heart out. I wont be going back.
(2)Nat W.
The best pizza place in Honolulu, no doubt!! We ordered a sumo personal size pizza and 6 cheese balls. It was just a right amount to share with my husband. They are both must try at this place. Apparently, if you are first timer, you get free cheese balls, which I was not offered (even tho we were clearly first timers). Also, if you order two large pizzas, you get half off on the second one.
(5)Sarah E.
We chose this place based upon the fact that it was super close to the airport and they had great reviews. We braved a monsoon on our way to have our last lunch in Hawaii, and it was worth it and more. For the four of us, we ordered a large BBQ chicken pizza and a large meat lover's pizza. They had some special where you get half off your second pizza, so that was a nice surprise. This place is pretty small, so I would not recommend dining inside with more than 5 people. Our pizzas arrived pretty quickly, and they even threw in a free order of their garlic cheese balls. The pizzas were delicious! I can see why they were voted best pizza, bc they really are the big Kahuna's of pizza! The meat lover's pizza lived up to its name with a ton of different types of meat generously piled on! The BBQ chicken pizza was also a great choice, since the BBQ sauce tasted great and there wasn't a TON of sauce that would make the pizza soggy. They have some creative pizzas here AND those world famous garlic cheese balls are freaking amazing. You could seriously just eat those bad boys, but they complement the amazing pizzas perfectly. Next time I come to Oahu, I will be stopping here!
(5)Mary J.
No credit card nor ATM cards taken :( But great veggie options - Delish eggplant pizza and garlic rolls. Took off a star bc no credit card in tourist town like Honolulu ??
(4)Patricia L.
All we heard about when we got here is how great this place was. We went, we ate...check...won't go back. It is ok pizza at best. The only thing I can figure is that the people that love it have never really had great pizza. Then again, to be fair, its what's available and what they know here. It did the job and filled us up since we bought it. But for the first time ever we didn't take leftovers home and had them throw it away. I suppose if I can't say something nice then I shouldn't say it at all...so I'll stop. Gave it a 2 since we did eat it and it didn't come back up.
(2)Christina M.
New to the island we are staying at a hotel and we wanted pizza. We are from NY and I'd read good reviews so decided to try it. My daughter ordered a personal size cheese and I ordered one with mushrooms and Anchovies it took a while but they cook to order so finally get our order and we're almost to the car and someone came out to say one of our pizzas was wrong order so we got the right one get back to hotel and voila my pizza crust is burnt not just a little but a lot. Did I take it back no....normally I check it before I leave but I was in another store when hubby got it. It was late enough I was hungry and frustrated. I ate off the top as much as I could and that was that!!! Will I try it again probably but I will definitely check my food. I gave two stars for this visit only because my daughter liked her pizza. I was not a happy camper!!!
(2)Holly B.
Still enjoy Da Sumo personal pizza with cheese balls-really hits the spot when you're hungry and don't want to cook! Ono!
(4)Amanda A.
This place is bomb! First off those garlic cheese balls are just amaze-balls. Fluffy bread covered with garlic, butter and cheesy goodness. Not good for the cholesterol but hey we all have to live a little sometimes. They are a must-try unless you don't like garlic, butter or cheese ;) I love their unique variety of pizza. It's not just the normal supreme, pepperoni or cheese, noooooo....they have all kinds of specialties for everyone's different tastes. There's even a vegetarian option. I personally love the sumo special, has a little bit of everything on there. Although the price may be a little on the expensive side, just remember that this isn't a big chain pizza place. You can actually see and taste that they make it from scratch and don't pre-make everything. The wait can sometimes take a while so I always call in my order ahead of time and take the pizza to go.
(4)Dan O.
Big Kahuna is located near to the airport, so it's a great place to grab a slice when you just arrived, getting ready to leave, or waiting to pick someone up. Got a Sumo personal pan, it is so protein-laded, it was a great antidote to skipping a meal during the flight. Just have to go once in a blue moon as a treat!
(4)Jason R.
Excellent pizza and sandwiches. Beware! Some of the sandwiches are huge. Unless you're hungry, opt for the smaller size.
(4)Jenn P.
This place is excellent all around. From the atmosphere, to the staff, and especially the food. The sandwiches are made with fresh ingredients and the bread was straight out of the oven. The pizza is amazing and the garlic cheese balls are phenomenal!! Two thumbs up for sure!
(5)Adrienne B.
We came back here last night and I am happily giving this place two additional stars. One for friendliness and service and one for the fact that the food was a million times better than the last time we were here. We ordered the 12" BBQ chicken pizza and a small order of the garlic cheese balls. After seeing all of the reviews of the garlic cheese balls, we knew we had to taste them. They were definitely worth the 20 minute wait to have them freshly prepared. The BBQ chicken pizza was good as well but not knock my socks off. Oh well, I guess we will have to keep trying. The staff is super friendly and nice!
(4)Nadine J.
I ate the meat lovers pizza and it was good. It's the third time I had it and I keep coming back so I guess I like it. I keep forgetting to take a picture of the food though cause I'm always so hungry. I will try to remember next time.
(4)Alan P.
Excellent food. Better service and staff! My family picked up my parents at HNL and stopped by Big Kahuna for our first time. We ordered two pizzas and some garlic cheese balls. The guy at the counter said since it was our first time, our balls were on the house! The pizzas were excellent. Although small (we got the 12"), they are a little on the thick side, so plenty filling. The balls are everything they are cracked up to be. Then, after our meal, another of the staff brought all six of us little mini coco-Mac nut brownies, just because.
(5)Matt D.
My family and I came to Hawaii for vacation and primarily spent our time in Kauai, but had some time to eat dinner at a restaurant near the airport before we caught a red eye out to the mainland. We were looking to try some authentic Hawaiian pizza and some locals suggested we check out Big Kahuna's. All I can say is...what an incredible place this was. The menu was full of delicious combinations of pizza toppings I had never even thought of putting together. The staff was very friendly and explained the menu and didn't get impatient at us. Once the food came out, my family and I all shared our pizzas and tried the different kinds, and they were DELICIOUS. To top that off, we were given fresh baked cookies on the house. What incredible hospitality by the restaurant to do that, and that also ensured that we would be back the next time we get to visit Honolulu. If you're in the area and want some delicious pizza and great service, Big Kahuna's is your best bet.
(5)Ryan E.
If theirs a line expect a little wait. During lunch it was a 30 minute wait. Customer service was great and food good.
(4)Brian V.
I had the pizza and cheeseballs at a work function and just had to share the deliciousness with my family. We showed up at 6:45 (they close at 9:00) on a Sunday and they were out of pizza crust. We left hungry. I don't have the patience for a restraunt that can't even manage their business well enough to keep their primary reason for being open in stock through closing time, much less 2 hours before closing. Fail. 3 stars because the food is actually exceptional if you can get any.
(3)Edna M.
I would have to say that Big Kahuna's is the best pizza that I've had on this island. (In my opinion) They are a must try if you are visiting or living in Hawaii. Out of all the times I have gone I have not once had a bad experience. I do want to tell you to beware because the seating capacity is very low so you may not find a seat if it's super busy, BUT the taste of the food is so good that it over powers the stress of having to wait. Garlic cheese balls are a must have for every visit. You absolutely cannot surpass the garlic scent that hits you in the face when you walk through that door, you have to order them every time. My favorite pizza to order is the shrimp scampi pizza. Succulent shrimp on top of buttery garlic-y cheesy goodness with olives and fresh tomatoes and basil. YES! Thank you Big Kahuna's pizza for existing. You never let me and my husband down.
(5)Dan B.
I bring our visitors here to try an amazing take on pizza, but it really is important to call your order in ahead of time so you're not stuck waiting because, as others have said, it takes them some time to get everything put together. Their business practice is also very customer friendly: a few times ago they were busy and overlooked my order, causing my brother and I to have to wait for a very long time while they put everything together, visibly irritated. While we were sitting, the manager came out and gave us free drinks, as well as comped our meal with all sorts of apologies, even though I didn't push for any of that. All in all I was very pleased at how well they treated the situation and always recommend them first for pizza. Down side? Not a large place, so if you're looking to sit down somewhere with more than a group of 2 you may have difficulty depending on how busy they are since seating availability is limited.
(5)Xuannie C.
Garlic Cheese Balls for days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you come here and you don't order any then something must really be wrong with you. I can just come here and order cheese balls and I'm good. I won't need anything else. We took BF's parents here yesterday for their first time since they are visiting from out of town. We had garlic cheese balls on the house since it was their first time and let me tell ya, our table for four were literally fighting for them balls! We also ordered a pizza. Half pepperoni and half white with chicken. I wanted to try the shrimp scampi pizza so I ordered me a personal pan and ermagerd it was delicious. I didn't share with nobody! Dine in or take out it doesn't matter what you do either way you'll be enjoying some good pizza and garlic cheese balls! The staff were friendly also and don't forget this place is CASH ONLY!
(5)Kim N.
Oh my cheese balls! A definite must!! It's cash only though, so if you have to choose between the balls or pizza... Choose the balls!! It's a little pricier than most pizza places but so worth it! I usually get an order of the cheese balls and two personal sized pizzas to share. I like a little bit of everything :) Favorite pizzas... BBQ chicken and Spinach, garlic, & tomato. The staff is super nice and there's lots of parking. Call in your order before heading down and you won't have to wait as long :)
(4)Vivian L.
I've heard the stories and seen the drool-worthy photos, so it was about time I tried Big Kahuna's Pizza myself! The restaurant is located in the Airport Trade Center close to my boyfriend's neighborhood. There are lots of parking available. It was practically empty when we arrived around 3:30 p.m. The cashier who greeted us was pleasant and helpful. He spent time to explain the menu: how to order (7" vs 12" pizza), converting pizza toppings to pipeline sandwich fillings, etc. The Boyfriend and I settled on the Spinach, Garlic, and Tomato (with one choice of meat: bacon for us!) and the BBQ Chicken, both 7" personal pans. BBQ Chicken: Our favorite choice of topping. It was saucy, onion-y, and dear god! The chicken was tender perfection... Of course, you never go wrong with a bit of cilantro. Spinach, Garlic, and Tomato (with bacon): This pizza is absolutely amazing! It has spinach (love it), tomatoes (love it), and an amazing five cheese blend drizzled with garlic butter. Can I hear a loud "Love it??" Apparently, this can be served with 1 choice of meat. We picked bacon. Yummy, garlic-y, bacon pizza... Eat this pizza quick though, because you don't want it to get soggy in the garlic butter. We made the mistake of "saving the best for last." Soft drink cups are one size, but there is a "bottomless" (free refills) option. One big con: CASH ONLY.
(4)T P.
our pizzas look nothing like in the pictures. I asked for pizzas to be cooked a little less and uncut so I can finish cooking at home...I live in Kailua. I also asked that the dressing that goes on the pizza be put on the side, so I can add it on later after I finish cooking pizza. Got home...pizza was cooked, cut and covered with dressing. While I was getting pizza from the worker, I heard another customer complain that their pizza order was wrong also. Used to go to the mapunapuna location and remember the cheese balls being bigger and just better. I need to say the guys working were friendly and nice, but the finished result was disappointing and frustrating. bummer!
(3)Lai T.
Today was my first experience at Big Kahuna's Pizza. My bf and I shared the regular sized Pipeline Sumo Sandwich. Note, we didn't try the cheese balls which everyone raves about, so this may not be an accurate assessment of the overall food. Based on what I ate, I thought the food lacked a little kick. The sandwich seemed to include everything but the kitchen sink (pepperoni, ham, Italian sausage, bacon, Portuguese sausage, Kalua pork, onion, mushrooms, chopped tomatoes, and olives). The cashier was friendly. The food took a while to come out. The shop seemed to have a steady stream of customers. When I bit into the sandwich, I was surprised at how soft the bread was (in a good way). I wished the marinara (?) sauce was saltier or spicier though. I would try eating here again. The desserts sounded yummy. Next time, I've got my eyes set on the cheese balls.
(3)Stephanie F.
New to Hawaii and formerly a resident on New York, I have to say, this pizza gives me tastes that satisfy me like the pizza back home. It's a different style of pizza but delicious nonetheless. The staff is so friendly also!!
(4)Dawn T.
Came here to have dinner with my family. We ordered 2 12" pizzas one was the pepperoni the other was half BBQ chicken half spinach tomato & garlic. I think we literally waited for half an hour till our pizza came out. But whatever I figured the pizza better be awesome to wait this long. I liked the spinach tomato garlic, only because I was not a fan of the pepperoni (and I LOVE pepperoni pizza) it just didn't taste right. I think Costco's pepperoni pizza tasted better. I mean for the price I paid I was expecting a really good pizza. The ingredients just didn't taste fresh. My husband ate the BBQ chicken and even he wasn't that impressed. Overall I was not pleased I don't think I will be coming back especially to pay for over priced pizza.
(2)Jong Soo L.
More pricey compared to your big name pizza spots. Unique combinations. Tastes pretty good. The cheese balls are great, but best eaten right away when its hot. You should call and order before you come.
(3)M. M.
I wish I could write a rave review about our pizzas we ordered but they were a big disappointment. They were doughy and we ended up throwing it all away.
(1)Teagan B.
SUCH. GOOD. FOOD.!! Service was great and the people who work there are so friendly. What a great experience during my time in Hawaii. Their food was phenomenal!! I enjoyed the veggie pizza and a kona shake, along with the melted garlic cheese bread rolls of course! Highly recommend eating here.
(5)J. Kirsten E.
We stopped here for food right before heading to the airport. Great pizza! We got one pizza- half sumo, half spinach garlic tomato. It was 28 dollars. They gave us some garlic cheese balls for free too. I'd go again!
(4)Jack W.
Good Pizza and very quick service once we ordered. Buy 1 get the 2nd half off and we received 10% off military discount. The pizza was very delicious as well as the complimentary garlic cheese balls. Give this place a try if you haven't already.
(5)Psyche S.
My wife goes here quite often as she works nearby, but this was my first go. Because she always tells me how good her lunch was, and how they often surprise them with extra "taste tests", I decided I'd better give it a try. Upon walking in, I was a bit surprised how small the place was (not many tables inside). But my wife, being a regular, called ahead to have a table reserved. Smart, because there weren't any open even thought it was an hour before closing time. We called in our order of a pepperoni (for the kids) and a Mexican for us adults. It's deep dish style, which was great because I was in the mood for more crust than thin. While were waiting for our pizza, I noticed the family next to us all ordered the pulled pork sammy, so of course I needed to try. The pizzas were very good! Lots of stuff on them and priced fair. I really enjoyed the Mexican pizza, and so did my wife except she found it a bit too spicy for her taste..... Lightweight! LoL The pulled pork sammy was very good also. The bread/bun is very nice. A nice beer would have made all of this pretty darn stupendous We will be back again for sure! Also, it definitely seemed like there were a lot of "regulars" there (always a good sign), and the service was even better than the food!!!
(4)Cris V.
I love this place. When I make a big order-usually: 5 pepperoni, 4 sumo, and 1 pepperoni/pineapple pipeline sandwiches plus 4 cheese balls-the staff are always courteous. This normally feeds 20 very hungry mechanics. My favorite is pepperoni/pineapple pipeline-the red sauce is sweeter than normal pizza sauce, so the salty pepperoni marries it well. Their bread is a cross between pizza crust and breadsticks. It's amazing. I've tried the sumo pizza and pipeline sandwich and they are a tad overwhelming for me. The rest of the mechanics can't get enough of it. And of course the cheese balls are super famous... because it's pure bliss. If you love garlic bread or sweet rolls, these are better.
(4)Aaron R.
I went here during my one-year wedding anniversary trip to Hawaii. The pizza was great! It was unique from other pizza that I've had on the U.S. mainland. The garlic cheese balls are definitely worth getting! Parking was easy. My only negative (and this goes for a lot of places in Hawaii) is that there wasn't much in the way of seating and it was very crowded. Try to go during an off-time.
(4)Samantha S.
Our occasional work lunch spot that I can't get enough of. Their bread is super delicious as well as their pizzas. My favorite is the garlic spinach tomato ahhh so good! I'm usually just a big reviewer on the food and I love ordering out from there.
(5)Lily B.
We had a CRAZY busy week at work... people were called in early, people stayed late, and it was a madhouse!!! So to thank the staff, my head nurse, another co-worker, and myself decided to chip in and treat the staff to lunch... from Big Kahuna's! We placed a phone order which was ready in about 30 minutes. Ordering was easy and the guy on the phone was nice. The pies are pretty expensive. They have 2 sizes: a 7 inch personal pan and a 12 inch medium pan. We ordered all 12 inch pizzas. They're all deep dish. The good thing is that they had a special offer (1/2 off a second 12 inch medium pizza with an equal or lesser value) Cheese pizza/$13.35. Cheese is cheese! yelp.com/user_local_phot… Pepperoni pizza/$16.30 and we added mushrooms. The sauce is pretty sweet. I liked it! This was my choice... I'm pretty boring... lol. yelp.com/user_local_phot… Spinach, garlic, and tomato/$21.95 yelp.com/user_local_phot… Vegetarian/$21.95 yelp.com/user_local_phot… Sumo Special/$21.95 yelp.com/user_local_phot… Kanaka/$21.65 yelp.com/user_local_phot… California Club/$21.95 yelp.com/user_local_phot… Garlic cheese balls/$6.25 for an order of 12. These were okay. Everyone at work hyped these up... but maybe because they weren't fresh (since we had someone pick it up and drive back to work it just didn't taste that great?) yelp.com/user_local_phot… All in all... the pizzas were pretty good. I tried the california club which was... different, but in a good way. Everyone loved the pizzas. For me, I think if the pizzas and garlic cheese balls were fresh (maybe if I dined in) it would have tasted better. The pizza crust was soft which is understandable because we had someone pick up the pizzas and they had to drive back to the hospital. I would definitely give them another try... and dine in.
(3)Darcy H.
This place has really good pizza. You have to pay with cash so prepare for that or go to the ATM a few doors down. Also the restroom is outside. The employees are nice but the service is a little slow.
(3)Your M.
Average pizza. Bread like crust with a very thin layer of cheese. The pepperoni was sliced papers thin and the pizza took thirty minutes. Wouldn't go back
(3)Noe G.
Great Pizza, and cheese balls were good. Service was friendly and outstanding. If you're in the area, try it out.
(5)Emilio N.
Big Kahunas has excellent food and great service. Paid for my meal after it was previously given to another customer. Highly recommend.
(5)Vassa M.
Pretty good, they ran out of bread for my sandwich after I had ordered and they came up to let me know to order something else, then they refunded me for the sandwich after I ordered a pizza to replace my sandwich. Not a bad deal, the cheesy bread was good and made fresh.
(4)Joseph C.
Great sandwiches!!! Pizza is a little on the spendy side. Garlic balls = too greasy for me but most love them.
(4)Joe E.
Saw Big Kahuna's listed in a "Best of" list somewhere...so we had to try it out. Although for whatever reason, I didn't order the specific pizza that was called out on the list (BBQ Chicken), instead I opted for the Kanaka (Kalua Pork, BBQ Sauce and green onions) and a six piece Garlic Cheese Balls. The balls came out first of course, and were fantastic, "gooey and delicious" just as advertised. The pizza was very good, sauce was a bit sweet, but it says it in the description so I can't complain (not that I was). The service was quick, and very friendly. As we were finishing up the owner popped over to the table to check up on us and see how we heard about them, etc. When she found out is was our first visit, she refunded the price of the Garlic Cheese Balls telling us that they are on the house for first time visitors, and also delivered some cookies. She sure knows how to make a first impression! It's kind of tucked away, so I hope they get the traffic they deserve. It's worth finding.
(4)Kay K.
Excellent food. Garlic balls were delicious. Turkey bacon club was awesome. Mini was plenty big enough. Will definitely come back again.
(5)Sarah W.
Great service and everyone there was so nice there spinage, tomato, and garlic white pizza is amazing knocked off a star because there pizza sauce on the pepperoni pizza was a tad bit sweet for me but other than that it was amazing food definitely will be going back
(4)Wayne L.
Had a long layover at the airport and was looking for something to do out of the airport without getting stuck in traffic. Moseyed over to the Big Kahuna's. Nice 1/2 mile walk on a pleasant day. Garlic balls were outstanding as many have written. Staff was very friendly and pleasant. Had the sumo pizza which is one of a few which feature hawaiian meats that really shine. Will be back next time I am in Honolulu.
(4)Bradley A.
This is a mixed review because of the quality of service. The food is great, awesome as a matter of fact. The complaint is that while some of the employees take their job seriously, others will leave you on hold while they continue their conversation with co-workers. She answered and said, "Thank you for calling Big Kahuna's, can you hold please?" I agreed. Then she forgot to mute the phone and I could hear her conversing with a co-worker, not about work either. I waited a few minutes and then I hung up. I guess we are taking our business elsewhere.
(3)Betsy V.
Great service amazing food. Freshly baked fresh ingredients...will come back again. We ordered the hoagy and pizza pan crust delicious not greasy at all.
(5)Jolene K.
I haven't been here in years, location is great, lots of parking. For was good too. The only bad part was it took really long to get our food and they only take cash. No debit or credit cards
(4)Peter A.
WHERE's da BEEF? California Club Sandwich has good flavor but barely any meat. LOTS of BREAD! It's too bad, they could have something good going if they weren't so "tight" with da beef. Never again!
(1)Rachel S.
Yummy! I have loved every pizza I have tried here. Seating is limited inside but the food is great. Tons of different pizzas to try and the weirder the better. I try a new one every time and after 5 visits have yet to be disappointed.
(4)Keith K.
Went here for lunch today. Ordered a shrimp scampi personal pan. Pretty good stuff and beats eating chain pizza. I'll visit another time and order another set of toppings before passing any more judgment.
(4)Terrance J.
This place is ideal. Great price, military discount, large portions, and great atmosphere for relaxing. Service was great and food tasted well. Had a bbq pizza sandwich and a peanut butter chocolate shake. Very impressed!
(5)J M.
I really miss this place. We were a frequent costumer here when we live in Hawaii. They serve unique items, specially the sumo pizza. It is a little pricey for its size, but if you are in Hawaii, you definitely need to try it.
(5)Phil C.
"Haters gonna hate" Not everyone will share the same sentiments or comments that I do, but when I look at Yelp reviews, I feel the food should speak for itself. Here, Big Kahuna says, "Here's a shout out to all the haters." I've been to most pizzerias on the island, and I still can't name more than 5 pizza places that are better than Kahunas. Here's the goods: - Order the Meat Lover's pizza: Deep-dish covered in kalua pork (unusual, but flavorful), Italian sausage, pepperoni (both standard fare), and bacon (awesome). The sauce has a nice tangy sweet flavor (with a peppery kick) and complements the assortment of meats very well. I recommend getting a personal pizza rather than the medium; it's less greasy and just as filling for a fraction of the price. Of note, the pizzas are fairly pricey. I've tried every one of there pizzas, but the meat lovers is the most memorable. - Garlic cheese balls: I've nicknamed these guys "pillows of death" for the following reason. They're bathed in butter, garlic, and cheese. Get a really fresh order...they're so soft. ***Don't burn your mouth on any hot balls*** You have been warned. - Pulled pork sandwich: An enormous sandwich, worthy of a mini "Man vs. Food" challenge. Slabs of Kalua pork slathered in BBQ sauce between 2 over-sized slices of fresh baked bread. Feeds a small family of four. If you didn't already know, I'm a sucker for soft, fresh baked bread. Potential qualms: - Small dining area: What can I say? Space in Hawaii is expensive! - Long wait times for food: Got a while? Grab a Snickers. It takes a while to get your food, but I don't mind as much as others. It's not atrocious as other restaurants, and besides...you can't rush good food. - Pricey pies: Did I mention the pies can be fairly expensive? Just get a bunch of personal pizzas and sample the menu. I don't think you'll go wrong here. Also, if the pies are too expensive for your taste, don't eat out. Bottom line: Order the meat lover's, go small with personals, pillows of death, don't burn your mouth, pulled pork sandwiches feed the hungry, Hawaii is expensive, grab a Snickers, and pricey pies (but worth it).
(4)Ralph R.
I love the garlic cheese balls, but I really come here for the pizza. It's spitting distance from the airport, and since we go there often to fly out or drop someone off or pick someone up, it gives us a good excuse to go there. The food is great, the counter staff friendly and courteous. My only dislikes are that seating is very limited, and it's cash only. There is an ATM close by, however.
(4)Bryce A.
I visited on a Friday, right in the middle of lunchtime at 12:15. After seeing it suggested in a few reviews I called an order in ahead of time to skip having to wait half an hour. Parking was easy to find and there wasn't a huge line to order (and they have a separate line for phone orders), but seating inside was limited and completely full. I split a personal pan spinach, garlic, and tomato pizza and a small order of garlic cheese balls. The cheese balls were soft with great flavor, and were delicious. The pizza was decent - pretty good crust and cheese, maybe not the best I've ever had, but definitely a step up from fast food pizza.
(4)Jamie O.
Bring your cash with you. No credit cards excepted but it's worth it. We started with the garlic cheesy rolls which were amazing. My son had the BBQ brisket sandwich which was really good. The bread was awesome. My husband and I shared a 12' 1/2 cheese/ Kailua pork gets two thumbs up!!! Husband says we are doing dinner here before our fight back home.
(4)Carlos G.
Close to the airport so easy to eat at upon arrival or departure. We found this place on Yelp after we dropped off our rental car in the area. I was in the mood for having some pizza before catching a late night flight out of Honolulu Airport. The place is small and cozy. The workers were super friendly and gave us a sampler plate of their garlic cheese balls, they were awesome tasting balls of doughy, cheesy, garlicky carb goodness. It wasn't too busy when we got there so our pizza took about 15/20 minutes to arrive at our table. The pizza was excellent and satisfied our cravings. They also make milk shakes that looked really good. the only downside that I saw here was that they don't take credit or debit cards.
(4)Katy G.
Best pizza around! Casual, large parking lot & reasonably priced! Seating is very limited!
(5)Jen F.
I am very grateful to the guys working here. They are stand-up guys. Boyfriend and I ate lunch here today, and one of them actually chased after us to return a $20 bill that had fallen out of my purse. We were already halfway through the parking lot, so it was very (pleasantly) surprising. Awesome food, honest employees, great experience!
(5)Roxanne B.
Fresh homemade pizzas to order. I love the flavors and varieties they offer. Plus the shakes are frickin amazing... But nothing can compare to the garlic cheese balls!!! Freaking kanack attack if you ask me!
(5)Tara M.
Deep dish, with fresh and big ingredients. It does take some time to bake the pizza, but you can see them making the dough in the back. Been there a few times and some of the times, the staff comes out with free samples of drinks or food. Only one size of drink, though: super large with free refills. Their shakes are delicious. The pizza is a bit pricey compared to Pizza Hut, but the pizza is larger and does taste better. Additional pizza are discounted if buying two or more pizzas. Very near the airport and airport hotels off of Nimitz Hwy (under H1 overpass). They give military discounts! Thank you.
(5)Michael C.
I felt compelled to give this business more than just 3 stars, but I think my recent experience here was a 3-star experience overall. My most recent visit was my first to their new location located in the Airport Trade Center next to the newly renovated L&L Hawaiian BBQ. And truth be told this was my first visit to Big Kahuna's in many, many years. I fondly remember the occasional visit to their former location on Puuloa Road during that wonderful decade called the 90's. But let's move on..... At the last minute I decided I wanted to bring an order (1 dozen) of their garlic cheese balls to a potluck I was attending. Thankfully they have their menu posted in the window so I could easily find out about their menu items and prices. **NOTE**: Unfortunately, it's CASH ONLY so please keep that in mind should you choose to eat here. While I was waiting for my order (which seemed like an eternity), I had the opportunity to take notice of their new location: There is a "bar area" where you can sit up 3-4 people by the cash register, and there is also another area for counter seating by the door which sits up to 3 people. There are also at least 5-6 tables available which could sit up to 4 people each. Overall they occupy a very small space compared to L&L next door, which has probably double or possibly triple the seating capacity. FOOD: The garlic cheese balls are just as I remember them....gooey, cheesy, and deliciously good. It's nice to see some things never change. FYI it's $5.95 for 1 dozen, or $3.45 for 6. SERVICE: Not bad. Average at best. Bottom Line: I took a take-out menu and after looking it over I will be back some time in the near future to try their traditional or specialty pizzas. But rest assured I'll be calling in my order next visit.
(3)Lita P.
Definitely a must visit if you are ever in Honolulu because you won't find them anywhere else. I always get the Garlic cheese balls and the kahlua pork sandwich... huge portions, I never finish them. My friends like their pizza and it's pretty good too. They get really busy during peak lunch time so allow for extra time for sure.
(5)Mark Y.
Stayed at the Best Western Plaza Hotel around the corner and it within walking distance. Ordered a pepperoni and Da Sumo. These were 2 out of 5 star pizzas. The toppings looked good but the pizza sauce had little flavor. I should have known something was up seeing we order pizza at a pizza place and the on the wall is a 3rd place award for 2007 Best of the Best "sandwich" in Honolulu. Go figure.
(2)Michael M.
Literally just finished my 7" Sumo. Kailua Pork and Portuguese Sausage on my pizza? Heck yeah! And the garlic cheese balls? Nirvana.
(5)Val D.
Some of my friends suggested Big Kahuna for a different type of pizza, they sell 12" pizzas for about $21, but it's a good deal if you get their second for half off days. Big Kahuna Pizza - 4 stars - lots your usual meats, plus, kalua pig, portuguese sausage, etc. Was pretty tasty on fluffy dough that even if there's a really thin crust, the dough on the bottom was pretty thick already that you didn't need any crust. Pepperoni pizza - 3 stars - your usual pepperoni with cheese, but the dough is what makes the pizza - which is very soft and flavorful. Garlic Cheese Balls - 5 stars - .my friends told me they specialize in their cheese balls, which the boys were always laughing when I mentioned it, but If you like thick pizza crust or sticks, it's something similar, but unique because I haven't seen it at other pizza places Not too oily, with garlic and melted cheese. Much and softer and tastier than your regular pizza sticks. Since it was our first time ordering, and we ordered a lot of pizza, they gave it to us to try for free. Service - 5 stars - The girl at the counter was very friendly and courteous and our pizza arrived at a decent time. It's a really small place, that since we had a semi large group of 10+ boys and adults, so we sat outside on the tables on the side of the complex so kids could play around and be free rather than cooped up in the tiny restaurant. Bathrooms are in the middle of the complex, but you need to get the combination to go into the bathroom.
(4)LonQuenthia C.
The food is to die for! The pizza are made fresh and cheese rolls are the best thing beside the beach! Family friendly and clean environment.
(5)JonandLeah B.
First time back since 2007.. Great pizza and the garlic balls were as good as I remember. My wife had the pipeline sub... Good but a lot of pork so be ready.
(4)Angel F.
Oh Wow! This pizza was awesome! I am so glad I decided to give it a try. It's cash out local check only and seating is limited. I ordered the white pizza and the plain cheese pizza as well as the awesome garlic balls! Those balls were amazing. The dough slightly sweet loaded with garlic and cheese! And they don't skimp on the pizza toppings either. I will definatly be back!
(5)Jane M.
Omg....... 4 Words.... Garlic... Butter.... Cheese.... Bread.... You must try their epic goodness........ I haven't had such amazing bread in my life till I tried it here (granted I LOVE garlic and cheese, this was a amazing combo that made me happy!)
(5)Katie B.
Came here on our honeymoon,because our taxi driver recommended it to us and it was very delicious! The service was outstanding! The guy was very nice and helpful! He even gave us free stuff! Definitely recommend coming here!
(5)Jamie G.
Ok so the garlic cheese balls aren't really as amazing as they could be... a little too greasy for me. But their pizza was fabulous-- we got the Portagee- linguisa, green onions, and sliced tomatoes. Absolutely delicious! Great doughy crust and delicious sauce. We ordered take out and ate at our hotel for the last night in Hawaii! Yum!
(4)Lauren S.
Today was the day...the day when I would finally break out of my food rut and bite into some amazing balls exploding with garlicy-cheesy goodness! The 20 minute wait passed quickly and we dove straight into the menehune sized garlic cheese balls as soon as we piled into the car. After the first bite, I knew I had built up this moment to an expectation that was unattainable. The dough was tough, with very little garlic flavor and the cheese did nothing to entice me for another bite (which is a statement you'll almost never hear escape my lips because I usually add cheese to everything)...There was just something missing...maybe freshly chopped parsley would have added some life to these dull and monotoned balls of dough. By the end, we concluded that we'd be better off making our own cheesy garlic bread at home. The pizza on the other hand, was one to remember! They offer two sizes: a 7 inch personal and a 12 inch medium pan. I was afraid that getting the kanaka pizza with BBQ sauce, cheese, kalua pork and green onions would be a let down because of the limited toppings...but I was dead wrong! The dough for the pizza was slightly sweet, thick fluffy pillows that delivered my smoky, tender and flavorful kalua pork! The BBQ sauce had the perfect balance of sweet and tangy notes, that thankfully never overpowered the other flavors. The crust was hidden under a layer of cheese and still managed to get that perfectly burnt and crunchy texture I love! They also serve an assortment of sandwiches, shakes and desserts, but I think for now, I'll stick with that kanaka pizza :) I just wish for the price, it was a little bigger.... Just remember: -CASH ONLY (there's an ATM further down by L&L) -They don't give you napkins unless you ask
(4)Jeff C.
The cheese balls are delicious but overall the pizza taste bland and too saucy. Customer service was average, if there was no other pizza place near by its a good stop by the airport. I just wasn't as impressed as the sign states "best pizza on the island".
(2)Heather S.
Cheeseballs are ahhhmazeballs! I chose the white pizza as a sub, but I wish that I had gone pizza. Place is very limited when it comes to tables so carryout is more ideal, but the food is the bomb.com
(4)Mike B.
I have been here twice the week...both times good experiences. The first time, I ordered the kahlua pork sub. The bread was delicious and the meat and toppings were good. Then I had some garlic cheese balls from my coworker...and now I may be addicted. Went back today to try the pizza. We had the sumo pizza minus a couple of veggies. The pizza was one of the best I have had. Service was even better. I didn't communicate my order very well and the cashier thought I had ordered two pizzas. When he saw my surprise upon delivering two pizzas, he promptly took the second one back and refunded the cost. I offered to pay and take it home. He refused, giving me money back AND a pizza in a box! The cashier's and waitresses' attitudes were positive, outgoing, and friendly. They handled thus situation extremely well. Way to go!
(5)R G.
The garlic cheese balls were magical! The boys loved the pizza, I thought it was pretty good. The staff was great :) We got there early on a Friday night and got our food quickly and a seat (there aren't many tables). By the time we left there was a line out the door! We will definitely return
(4)Quyen N.
Took my vegan-friendly friend over here during his long layover at the HNL airport yesterday evening. Great location as the restaurant is a short drive over from the airport. When I first moved to Honolulu, I stayed in a hotel near the airport and trekked on over here to grab a pie all for me. I always order the 12" vegetarian pizza made vegan - with vegan dough and vegan cheese (oh my goodness yes!). Toppings: tomatoes, onions, green bell pepper, mushrooms, olives. So looking forward to last night's leftovers for today's lunch! Spinach, garlic, and tomato option also pretty good - tried that once. Garlic cheese balls pretty yummy too - can also be made vegan with vegan dough and vegan cheese. One time Big Kahuna's even hooked me up with vegan parmesan cheese! Yum! Deep dish pizzas. Cash or local check or only - no credit/debit card. Plenty of parking. Can call or fax in advance to order for pick up. No delivery - dine in or carry out. Local business.
(5)Sarah K.
Third time's a charm with this place. 1st time, no cash (they are CASH ONLY) 2nd time, they had no cheese pizza because they "ran out" on a Saturday afternoon and no garlic cheese balls..... The second time almost ruined my perception of the place. What pizza place doesn't have cheese pizza at 6pm on a Saturday?! But, alas, I wanted to at least try it. So, i went back, armed with cash and an appetite in the afternoon. Ordered the balls, the white pizza, and the kalua pork sandwich. It came out super hot and very good. We enjoyed it but tried to eat quickly because there are 10 or less tables and no outside seating. I will probably go back. But, to be honest, I will not travel there and I will have to just happen to have cash....I don't want to be disappointed with the lack of goods on a Saturday night.
(3)Amy L.
I love the haole pizza (usually called Hawaiian). The crust here is delicious & the ham, pineapple, green peppers, & cheese are perfect. The only problem I have is not filling up on garlic cheese balls before I get my pizza. Yum!
(5)Caterina U.
Loved this place ! The pizza was really good. The garlic balls were awesome ! The cheese was melted on top and the bread was really soft . The staff was very pleasant
(5)Douglas O.
Ate here on the evening of 09/03/2013. I've worked in the restaurant industry for 8+ years so I'm prone to analyze the quality of customer service, environment, atmosphere, delivery speed, food quality, overall experience, etc. Positive: -I ordered the Vegetarian 7" Pizza. Thick, juicy, great flavor! Negative: -Poor customer service; wasn't greeted or acknowledged; nobody seemed like they wanted to even be there! -Cash Only! (Such an inconvenience in this day and age especially when the average transaction is $10+!) -No Fruit Punch -Only 1 cup size for drinks! (No small, medium, or large options) -Food took 20+ minutes! -Trash can opening wasn't immediately accessable; covered by paper plates so people won't throw away their baskets (How was I suppose to know that?!) -Very cramped; limited seating and space -Building Restroom was temporarily closed Overall Experience: Poor Would I recommend to a friend? No, at least not on my top 5 places to eat Do NOT eat here if you are on a time crunch
(2)Kirstin B.
Finally got to try this spot and despite some of the other reviews of people having bad service, I had excellent help. I decided to go ahead and call in my order. The call was answered by a female who immediately asked if I could hold on. I didn't wait long before she came back on the line. I ordered the Sumo Special for my bf and I couldn't decide on getting the White pizza or the Shrimp Scampi. I asked the woman which would she recommend between the two and she said they were both good it just depends on your preference. I went with the Shrimp Scampi pizza. I also ordered the Garlic Cheese Balls and the Hawaiian Wedding Cake. I notice they had shakes and I'm a sucker for a good shake so I enjoyed that they had a variety of choices. Again I asked the woman on what she likes and she said she liked the Kona Coffee with Oreos (which wasn't on the menu) so I went with just that. She asked if I was military and gave me my total over the phone which was great since its a cash only/local check place. The pizzas where great with flavor. It wasn't too much of anything but just right. The cheese balls were good it lives up the the other reviews on here. The cake took me back to childhood memories of going to events and it was such a familiar taste. The shake was really good and the woman there when I went to pick up my order remembered my phone order and asked how I liked the shake. The male that helped me was nice and helpful. When I punctured a hole in my cup he immediately replaced it for me. overall the whole experience was great and good food.
(5)Darlene R.
New location that I've been since we left. Garlic Cheese Balls, DO NOT FORGET to order the garlic cheese balls :) We also ordered their Big Kahuna Pizza which is pretty much the works and that was delish! When we got on the airplane a lot of people had big eyes watching us eat this loaded pie. Pizza is made to order so you will wait for a while, at least 30min. I'm sure if you are a regular, you know to order ahead of time. Dining in this place is small but a lot better looking than their old location. They don't take cards, so bring cash.
(5)Brian M.
The best pizza, subs, and garlic cheese balls on the island! Only downsides are they don't accept credit cards and seats are hard to come by during the lunch rush.
(5)Phil C.
Thank you fellow Yelper's for this find. Got off the plane at HNL starved from a day of travel. Searched and found this on Yelp! Wow, great pizza! A little pricey $12 for 7" and $21 for 12". But, hey it's Hawaii! Had the BBQ chicken pizza..it was pretty amazing. Loved the addition of a little cilantro as a kicker. It was fresh, hot, and delicious. Friendly staff - cool, low key. Give yourself about 20 minutes from time of order to eating.
(4)Lei T.
we had very delicious Hawaiian pizza and garlic cheese balls for lunch today. not the best customer service and very limited on the seating so we ended up ordering to go and took it to Starbucks....of course we ordered our drinks from starbucks
(4)Laura R.
If you only read one part of my review, read this: always get the garlic cheese balls. This is a great little pizza place out near the airport. I've been there multiple times, but I chose it most recently for the sake of my vegan friend's dietary needs. We both ordered the vegetarian 7" pie, hers with vegan cheese and mine with regular. Both were delicious! The staff is friendly; they offer military discounts; and it's a BYOB establishment. Also, they serve one of the most delectable comfort foods on the island: garlic cheese balls. Space is limited inside the restaurant, so seating is sometimes hard to come by. It's also a cash (or local check) only establishment, so be sure to come with some of that. Otherwise, you'll be stuck paying the extortionary fee ($3.25) at the ATM next door. On this last visit, my friend and I were also given sample milkshakes to try. She had the vegan chocolate shake, and I chose the Kona coffee shake. I'm not ready to call myself a psychic, but I do see myself ordering that in the future! One last thing, always get the garlic cheese balls.
(5)Jessica F.
i've been coming here since they were still at their previous location on puuloa road. the food has stayed the same. still ono. once in a while i'll get a sandwich, but my usual order is a sumo pizza and garlic cheese balls. don't leave without them balls!
(5)Alyssa T.
You can't beat the prices here. I love that my husband and I can get a great quality lunch or dinner for two for under $20. The place is very cute, love the decor! Very limited seating, but I haven't had an issue getting a table the few times I've been. Seems most people do take out here. Some of the staff I've interacted with were slightly rude but most are friendly. The first time we went we didn't know they clear the tables themselves and actually prefer you don't throw away your own trash. So we picked up our plates and the girl snapped at us "leave the trash on the table." It was a little snippy considering we were only doing something we figured was helpful but good to know now in the future to just leave it be. The garlic cheese balls that everyone raves about from here were really nothing special to me. My husband felt the same. We only ordered them the first time we went. Don't get me wrong, they were good, but not rave worthy in my opinion. The first visit I got the shrimp scampi pizza (not sure if that was the exact name but you get the idea). It was okay. Veryyyyyy cheesy and runny being that the sauce was just a garlic butter. Made the personal pan pizza seem a bit doughy. We went again and I got a build your own pizza with spinach, sausage, and garlic on a red sauce. Phenomenal! The red sauce and the extra toppings made for a less doughy feel. Definitely going that route next time as well! They only accept cash here but an ATM is conveniently located right next door, which is good for them or I feel they'd probably lose some business over it.
(4)Miranda H.
This place has really good garlic cheese balls! Got the white pizza and BBQ chicken kinda pricy! I will go back to get the garlic cheese bread!
(4)CJ C.
The wait can be a while during peak times and the seating area is small. But its worth the wait if you have time. Everything on the menu is well priced and the food is good quality. If you are feeling like just having a snack go with the garlic cheese balls. Those are the greatest.
(4)Austin B.
Big Kahuna's is a great place to get pizza if you're really hungry and you have friends with you. It's a little on the pricy side for pizza, but they make a good pan pizza. The cashiers and staff are generally pretty friendly and informative, but the wait time is usually long. Likes: The pizza crust of Big Kahuna's is pretty thick, but at the same time, has a nice crunch to it. I've tried a variety of their pizzas and they all taste great for the most part. They also have interesting (and large) desserts. Dislikes: LONG wait. Be prepared to suffer while waiting for your food (being on an empty stomach while smelling pizza and garlic for about 20-30 minutes will drive you crazy). I'm thinking maybe it's because they're pretty popular and the pizza crust is thick. Favorites: I like to get the da sumo special pizza. Really rich, but it's different from a typical pizza chain. I'd recommend this place to anyone who likes pizza who is looking for something different and locally inspired. For the locals, it's also a good place to stop by if you're stuck in traffic from town back to leeward/central side. I'd suggest calling in your order though. Chances are you'd still have to wait (not as long), but it's worth it.
(4)Chris P.
This time I got the Kanaka pizza and it's my new favorite! But it's still fun to try their other different "Hawaiian" specialty pizzas in the cute personal pan size! Also, I ordered the garlic cheese balls with EXTRA garlic this time. Yay for garlic breath! It's like instant birth control! Small seating area, though. I suggest calling in your order ahead of time and just get take out. When I got there and paid, I was still waiting a bit. Total wait time was about an hour for a Sunday night. At least you know your pizza is made to order! And be prepared for cash only. There is an ATM next to L&L, though. But they do offer 10% military discount! Mahalo Big Kahauna's!
(4)Anita C.
My friend told me that the cheese balls were pretty good from Big Kahuna's and since we were a little weary of the time (I had to catch a flight), we decided to go there. I spent some time looking over the menu and let this other family order first since I didn't know what was being offered. The cashier offered them free cheese balls and a discount because it was someone's first time there, specifically asking if it was their first time. When we ordered, no one asked if it was our first time even though I spent quite a bit of time looking over everything. and they ONLY TAKE CASH or check. So the lack of uniform customer service kind of put me off. When the food came out, the cheese balls were okay, if there were marinara sauce I think it would have been great. I ordered a personal pizza with sausage and chopped tomatoes. There weren't that many pieces of sausage and the tomatoes were sliced, which was fine because it's still tomato. Overall, it was just okay. I wouldn't go out of my way to order pizza from here that's for sure.
(3)Christina S.
I love their pizza and those garlic cheese balls. The best balls I ever had!!!! I usually order a portagee pizza if we're just ordering a personal pan (7"). But if we're ordering the medium pan (12") than we order the sumo special. It's basically like having a supreme pizza but the way us Hawaii people like to eat it. Pepperoni, ham, italian sausage, portuguese sausage (pochos), kalua pork, onions, mushroom, tomato and black olives. Although I could do without the olives because I'm not a fan of olives. Just don't forget the regular order of Garlic Cheese Balls!!
(5)Santi T.
When you come to a restaurant where the most popular pizza is named "Da Sumo Special" what do you expect?? A pizza made for people who have a huge appetite like me! The creation starts with a thick crust topped with pepperoni, ham, italian & portuguese sausage, bacon, kalua pork, and veggies (12" pan $20). When they say it "broke da mouth" expect it to break any thoughts of dieting. They have specialty pizzas like kanaka (kalua pork with bbq sauce), haole (ham and pineapple), portagee (linguisa sausage), pake (chicken with sweet & sour sauce), and a few more. These can also be converted to sandwiches too. Can't have enough dough? Be sure to get their garlic cheese balls (12 for $5.65) which oozes of cheese and butter! You get the picture that this place reeks of heart clogging goodness. This place is very close to the airport with tons of free parking. Seating is available and the staff is super chill. No credit cards. To my mainland friends, this is a perfect place to grab a bite before a long flight home. As they say, "da buggas are loaded"!!
(4)Chad A.
A solid four star establishment, the pizza is great when hot, but when it is the slightest bit cold it is nowhere near as good. The place is usually busy and just about everything on the menu is tasty. It is best to call in an order but get there before the 20 minutes they say it will be, because you don't want to eat this stuff cold. A military discount is offered too.
(4)Sione T.
Pizza was okay at best. Waited forever and was disappointed with the results. Ingredients were not fresh and the cheese was old.
(2)Christine E.
I want your balls!!! This place is delicious. If I can't have an Infernos pizza, I'll take a Big Kahuna's one. The Texan is ridiculous with their beef brisket and barbeque sauce all over. And don't forget the garlic cheese balls. Garlic - Cheese - Balls. Nuff said. And don't forget their desserts! The Hawaiian Wedding Cake is standard so you can avoid it and get something else, LIKE, the Tropical Fruit Tart which is all sorts of delicious (think vanilla custard on a buttery shortbread crust with a bunch of fruits), and the Kokoleka which is equally as delicious too...reminds me of a chocolate haupia pie...but no haupia. lol. Things to be aware of: 1) They are CASH ONLY. And they are pretty pricey (think $18 for the large size specialty pizzas)so make sure you have enough cash. 2) They only come in 2 sizes: Personal Pan and Medium (medium has about 8 slices in it) 3) 10% military discount! So grab your favorite serviceman and head on down! 4) Call ahead so you're not waiting around for 40 minutes. 5) Order early! When they "no mo da kine", you outta luck. I once called them at 7 and they ran out of large size dough. You couldn't order a large! I was devastated. :( So...i did what any smart girl should and ordered 4 small ones instead :)
(4)Anna B.
Really don't know what everyone likes about this place! The pizza tasted like box microwaved pizza. The garlic cheese balls were average as well.... The staff is very friendly and they give military discount which is a plus! I wouldn't go back though.
(2)Chad Y.
Oh Big Kahuna, you certainly might think you are the "big kahuna" yet when it comes to pizza's I sadly must disagree. You aren't bad or anything like that, just nothing wow-ing that made me say "I have to come back for more." You serve up a decent pizza at a fairly comfortable setting with decent service. You're simply...ok... The menu offers the pizzas you would come to expect along with a selections that attempts to set it apart from the rest. Upon first glance, the Sumo caught our eye and with items like kalua pig, pepperoni, ham, bacon, portugese sausage and more, wouldn't you think you are in for a treat? Well, it sadly fell flat and the kalua pig flavors which were muted at best sort of overwhelmed the flavor profile and it just missed the mark. The BBQ chicken was decent, however if you are thinking that you are going to get your CPK pizza, think again. Granted it is meant to be different, but the flavors again just slightly missed the mark and came out as ok...this isn't bad. The chicken was a little dry and the BBQ flavor was somewhat muted and lacked that final UMPH to make me say, wow, this was good. It could have just used a little more BBQ. Needless to say, we had to try the garlic cheese balls which were pillowy bites of very well done carbohydrates. However, I sadly must say like the pizza it lacked the bold garlic or cheesy flavors that one might come to expect. You could taste the garlic, however it wasn't enough to make you stay away from eating while on a date. Service is nothing to sneer at and they are pretty good about quickly making your pizza so you can be on your way. However, like any pizza place, you might want to phone your order in so you aren't waiting for what seems like an eternity when you are hungry. Prices are rather reasonable and the pizzas come in a personal pan size and a full size pizza which is enough to feed about 3-4 people, depending on appetite. Note it is Cash Only. Seating at the location is limited, however if it is just a few of you it shouldn't be much of an inconvenience. It's location near the airport is comfortable and offers a good amount of parking. All in all, it's an ok place to go. There isn't anything truly wow-ing, however at the same time you won't leave disappointed. Almost forgot to mention, its pickup or eat in only. No delivery option at time of writing.
(3)Ryan T.
It's 2013 and this place is still cash only.
(1)Joeron B.
Went in at 545p on a Friday and was told they were out of pizza? Wtf. No "sorry" just try our sandwiches. I guess if you are making money you don't need customer service.
(1)Bryan R.
Ehh, it's ok... Got 2 mediums, 1 Pep & the other bbq chicken. Maybe I should've asked for a thinner crust as these things came out a bit thick, looking more like a pan-style pizza. Based on reviews the family was expecting a mind-blowing pizza experience (especially after the flight from CA & 2 hour wait @ crappy Hertz). What we got was 'ok' pizzas though the Garlic Cheese Balls (as everyone already mentioned) were the highlight of the meal. We would've been content with these cheesy-garlicky balls alone though I doubt we'll be returning.
(3)Alicia P.
The pizza here is soooo good! A little pricey compared to the big chains but oh so worth it. And you definitely have to get the garlic cheese balls!!! I could eat a pan or two of those all to myself. The only down side is that it's cash only...no cards accepted. But a little planning ahead and it's no big deal.
(5)Julie-ann O.
5 star because it's the best pizza on the island. If u like thin crust pizza don't go here. Every time I try a new pizza place I think big kahunas is the best. There have been other places that were exceptional but are now closed down. If you don't know what to try and like supreme style pizza's then order the sumo. Me, I can never decide between the white pizza or the Mexican. I love them both equally. Mexican may be too spicy for most so if you cannot handle the heat then don't go there, it has jalapeño's on it. The white pizza is the best cheese pizza on the island, I scoff at people who say Boston's white pizza is the best. Yuck. The sandwiches are also good and huge the last time I ordered it. They also have cheese balls which are soft, garlicky, and cheesy-really good.
(5)Kristianne S.
Delish! 3 dines here and never dissapointed. Big menu, specialty flavors and you cannot pass up the garlic cheese balls! My first time having kahlua pork and brisket on a pizza... omg so tasty! The service is super friendly. Be prepared for a crowd, the seating is tight, or call ahead to make a reservation. Cash only and there is an ATM next door. *Military discount*
(5)Tammy B.
Big Kahuna's has been my favorite pizza joint for years. You can't go wrong with any of their specialty pies.
(5)Mark S.
Great food, friendly service. I would rate it 5 stars if I were just considering food quality. I love the Meat Lover's pizza and the Garlic Cheese balls are a must try. 3 stars overall for 2 reasons: 1) the lack of seating - the place is very small so don't even think about taking a large party to this place and 2) Cash only - no credit cards.
(3)Fabiola C.
The garlic cheese balls are pretty good. I ordered the personal BBQ chicken pizza, which was ok, I had better. Maybe its because I live in the mainland? lol. I had complaint since it was burnt, but they gave us a new one and refunded us the money which we didn't ask for but it was pretty nice from the management. It was a busy Sunday too. Overall, I would go back if I'm around the area and I'm craving the cheese balls. 3.5 Stars!
(3)Christopher D.
I'm a big fan of Big Kahuna's. They have all the regular pizzas but where they really shine is their variety of specialty pizzas you can't get anywhere else. The Portagee and Spinach Garlic & Tomato pizzas are my particular favorites but I haven't been disappointed with anything yet. The garlic cheese balls they make are also good but can sometimes be a little skimpy on the cheese. Still a wonderful treat. Only complaints are that they're cash only and a few times now our to go order has taken noticeably longer than we were told it would.
(4)Michael P.
By far the best pizza I've had here in Oahu. There are many different types to choose from and today I got the haole which is pretty similar to Hawaiian but with peppers. This isn't a bad place to come to prior to checking to your flight at HNL as it's located within feet to airport entrance. Bring cash as they don't except debit/credit.
(5)Caryn W.
I remember when Big Kahuna's used to be on the side of the road in the little shack-looking place. Now it's a larger location near Byron's and the airport. My dad works near the airport, so he'd bring home Big Kahuna's on Fridays. The pizza was always tasty, however, the last time I had gone to Big Kahuna's, the pizza was so-so, but I decided to give it another chance today. My mom had tried calling in the order, but for some reason, the worker would answer the phone and say, "Big Kahuna's, please hold." My mom held for a few minutes, but the worker didn't come back, so when my mom tried again, the same thing happened. I told her that they were probably just real busy. When we got down to the restaurant, it was pretty crowded, but not overwhelming where we'd have to wait a long time for our food. We ended up ordering a vegetarian and a banzai with a small order of garlic cheese balls. As we waited, we witnessed the counter worker with a phone call. She'd pick up the phone, ask the customer to hold, put the phone down, and do something else. She never did go back to answer the call. We headed home with our pizzas eager to try them. We usually got the sumo special, but we wanted to try something different. I actually liked the banzai, which included teriyaki chicken and mushroom. I wouldn't mind going back again to try one of their sandwiches. Will definitely go back again.
(4)Chris W.
Pizza is not bad. Sauce is sweet, cheese is cheep but overall good taste. Definitely not comparable to north east coast at all though.
(3)Janine M.
First time there.. Quick stop before the airport. Small place, crazy busy. They knew it was our first time so hooked us up w some complimentary cheese balls. BOMB!! We ordered a Kalua pizza. BOMB!!! Eat here... I highly recommend!! Great atmosphere!! The only thing is the staff is not too friendly but we got what we needed :) love the food!!!
(5)Craig P.
First time. Pizza was quick, even with lunch crowd. Specialty pizza was worth the extra cost.
(5)Jenny L.
Garlic cheese balls. Yay they gave us seven instead of six! If only they tasted better. It was oily, the cheese was stuck to the dish, and the balls were hard. I don't get the hype! Spinach, tomato and garlic pizza. The grease soaked through two napkins and a plate. 'nough said?
(2)JR C.
This was a very tasty site to grab lunch, since my office in Hawaii was just around the corner. I'm used to NY/NJ style pizza, so it's very different than what I was expecting, but their combinations were really, really good. I ate here five or six times while I was in Hawaii, and really enjoyed the pizza and the sandwiches. The cheese balls, however, are the best part about it. Definitely make sure to order them! MAKE SURE YOU BRING CASH!
(4)Trish I.
Came here because my cousin mentioned that their garlic cheese balls were really good. It was a Friday night and 8:30, (they close at 9) and we didn't know what to order, the girl at the counter was very courteous and didn't try to rush us at all. We mentioned that it was our first time there and she said that we get a free order of garlic cheese balls! Score! (or should I say, ballin') The place is really small-I think maybe 5 tables total, and a couple of bar stools on both ends of the restaurant. It wasn't that busy, maybe it was due to the fact that they were gonna close in thirty minutes. I read reviews on how they went it was slow yet they waited a long time to get their food. That was not the case for us. We ordered the sumo pizza, cheese pizza, a killer kalua pork sandwich, and the (free) cheese balls, and it came out pretty quick. We didn't really have time to look over the whole menu, so I'm not sure if they had a "keiki" size pizza. We ended up ordering a big cheese pizza because apparently you buy one pizza, you get the other 1/2 off? idk. They claimed it was a good deal So how was it? Cheese pizza- well, all i have to say is, it's a cheese pizza. Nothing special there. Sumo pizza-it was good. They have a bunch of stuff on this pizza: from what i remember pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, portuguese sausage (i think), ham, kalua pork, ham, olives, green onions. (who puts green onions on a pizza? apparently big kahuna's does) oh, it tasted even BETTER if you ask them for a side of BBQ sauce, and you drizzle that over the whole pizza! Garlic Cheese Balls- this was good. not as greasy as the garlic balls you get at some italian restaurant (Bravos)...and this actually had flavor. I did notice that they automatically put parmesan cheese on their garlic balls, and pizzas, so if you are not a fan of that, let them know. Killer Kalua pork sandwich- I think this was the best one out of the things we ordered!!! The kalua was topped with BBQ sauce, and it was sooo good. So good that after one bite, my niece couldn't stop thinking about it--fifteen minutes later! But then again, anything is good with BBQ sauce. For about $8, they give you a decent sized portion. If we decide to come back, it will be for the Kalua pork sandwich alone...mmmmm, drooling just thinking about it.
(4)Michael A.
Stopped in for a bite before flight out of hnl. Suprised to find great service and great food. Definite first stop on after any flights into HNL
(5)Emily H.
Pizza was good. I like that it isn't a chain. I like taking my daughter here because the inside is fun for all of us. SMALL dining room but it's usually not a long wait. Seems like most people order to go anyway. Cash only! Yummy garlic knots.
(4)Casey R.
On Saturday night at 8 pm they were closed an hour before there actual closing time. They said they were out of food. How could you be the best pizza on Oahu and your out of food. I have a feeling that they want to to get out at the time they close. Where on a Sunday are going to get a resupply for food?
(1)Mac J.
Da Sumo Pizza was delicious!! The seating area cannot large parties. I rated 3 stars because they do not accept credit cards. I had enough cash for me but not enough to treat my buddies. As a tech savvy guy, I know debit cards are less secure than credit cards.
(3)Mel G.
I was really craving some big pizza so the hubby and I trekked over here the other night for dinner. Tucked away in a little shopping center by the airport, is this amazing pizza place. The style is deep dish, so expect a TON of pizza and toppings. You can order a 12" or 7" personal, we opted for personals. Just to give you and idea of the amount of food, my hubby who can usually finish an entire pizza and maybe more by himself, was very full after this! We ordered the Sumo and Chicken BBQ and some cheesy bread balls. All came out piping hot and fresh and very flavorful. They are very generous with the toppings. Service was quick and friendly considering how busy the place is, and would definitely return again. Atmosphere was cozy and local with all the surfboard and Hawaiiana decor throughout. Like a beach shack feel. One of the best pizzas I've ever had!
(4)Kelly G.
By recommendation, I requested the office order the Sumo pizza. The boys chose to add a pepperoni pizza. Both were tasty. Nice thick crust, and the pepperoni one wasn't too oily! But at $20 for a 12" pizza is a little steep for me. I ate about half a pizza, luckily for about $7 given the way things were split. Great tasting pizza and would order again when my wallet is looking a little more plump.
(3)Lulu C.
Cash Only. Central Pacific Bank's ATM is right next door but the service fee is $3.25!
(3)Melissa L.
I only wish that this place was bigger. It makes me so sad that its so cramped.. its like a peacock.. you just gotta let it fly! However, remembering how this place first started out, this is a big improvement. Back before Yelp was even around, this place was a little secret in a wooden shack on a dirt road! 90% of the time if you didnt call ahead they would always run out of things. I love this place, it almost rips my heart out that i dont work in the neighborhood anymore. I mostly go for the cheeseballs and just a simple pepp and mushroom pizza. simplicty is key.. Anything more than 3 ingredients and shit just gets weird. I wouldnt really order around lunchtime (12pm-2pm) it gets insane!! pizzas can take up to 1hr+. The staff is very friendly as busy as they are. Much like most yelpers mention, prices can be high i dont remember exact prices but for 2 pizzas (little bigger that pizza hut personal pan size, 1 order cheese balls, and 2 drinks) its about $30. I do remember liking the Kalua Pig sandwich but that is hella massive! dont go diving in head first into something you're not ready for. Happy eating everyone!
(5)Tracy Z.
For years I always wanted to try Big Kahuna's but it never happened until now. I tried the Cheese Balls and Pork Kalua Sandwich. Both dishes were awesome and surpassed my expectations
(5)Kanya E.
Is this place good: yes. Is this place worth the price: no. Do I want to go here anyway because of the garlic cheesy ball things: yes. The service was pretty nice. The waitress offered us the free garlic cheesy balls because we were first time customers, and she also asked us if we were military so she could give us the 10% military discount. The pizzas are FULL of toppings. The sandwiches lack somewhat. They can be a little dry. Worth trying, but make sure you try something different and interesting that you couldn't get at a "normal" pizza place.
(3)Erin Y.
I work in Mapunapuna where good food is lacking and food trucks don't exactly fit the new "gourmet" food truck description. Not far away, Big Kahunas. I made the mistake of taking a mainland vendor of mine here for a business lunch. It was like love at first bite. He won't let me take him anywhere else, and we've been there for at least five "business" lunches. He hails from Ohio originally, so I don't expect him to know much about pizza, but he now lives in LA. His food critic credibility just got bumped up a few notches. He swears, "THIS is the best pizza I've had. Ever." He had his and half of mine. I like the meat lovers, the BBQ chicken, the California club and the BLT the best. Must get the garlic cheese balls also. It takes a little while to get your meal, but its so worth it. It's also pricey for a pizza lunch, but again, so worth it. The pizzas are so tasty, and you can definitely tell that they use quality ingredients and care about how they make the food.
(4)Jess W.
Garlic cheese balls... you get 5 stars, all day, err day.
(5)Olivia D.
After years of self-control, I finally had the overwhelming urge to indulge in Big Kahuna's artery-clogging garlic cheese balls again and and brought my dad here for a leisurely weekend lunch. Actually, now that I think about it, it wasn't the healthiest place to bring my elderly father to eat. What was I thinking? I'm such a bad daughter! We ordered the kalua pig pizza (good), the eggplant and pepper pizza (forgettable), and of course the cheesy garlic balls (still yummy!). I had forgotten how thick the crust is on those pizzas. I'm not so much into deep dish pizzas. We thought the food was okay, but the service was stellar. There was an older woman and a young girl working that day and they were both very friendly, outgoing, and happy. It's nice to have such personable good service when you don't expect it.
(4).Alan Y.
I'm a fan of Big Kahuna Pizza n Stuffs, but by no means a regular. We asked Kelly to surprise us with our order, and instead of the normal semi-deep dish, we got a nice thin crust pizza with sliced tomatoes, fresh basil and some sort of goat cheese. It rocked! Not only that, but we got a sample of Big Kahuna's Apple Pie Milkshake. Wow it was literally a slice of apple pie in a cup. Thanks Big Kahuna!
(5)Gary P.
This is one of the better American style pizza places on the island. The pie are unique and the atmosphere is very cool and laid back. They can be a little slow at times but they are making it from scratch so that can be expected up to a point. One thing I don't understand though is what is up with the cash only. Now I know cash is king in Hawaii but when pizzas are 20 bucks each you got to pony up quite a few greenbacks to cover a bill here. Fortunately there is an ATM around the corner. Coincidence? I think not. :)
(4)Kurt I.
Jeez this place flies under the radar...I love the garlic cheese balls. The sandwiches are even better, I had the sumo sandwich, jeez the bread is so so so delicious. Think quiznos but better. I will be back again... I recommend people calling in orders, I had to wait 20-25 minutes, this place can get busy. Remember cash only, and they also give discount to people in the military.
(4)Russel M.
BKP is a semi deep dish Pizza with a very sweet crust. We ordered the Pepperoni Pizza while we were killing time before Mitch's Sushi which was the Dinner Plan. Best to start Sushi on a half full stomach, it's like finding a $100 bill on the ground. The Pizza was good but it's definitely not in the same league with JJ Dolan's or some of the other Island Faves. The more I think about it the Pizza is just too sweet even with the heavy amount of garlic all over it which we liked. If you want the Crust Crispier then ask to have it cooked longer and it will be nice and crunchy. We will have to re-visit in the near future. Service was great! Overall it's Island Pizza not Italian Pizza.
(3)Page I.
I love pizza. I mean, I LOVE pizza. I'm on the quest to find the best pizza on Oahu. I had high hopes after reading all of these rave reviews on Yelp but was fairly disappointed here. The cheese (a blend of cheddar and mozzarella) became congealed within five minutes of being on the table and was EXTREMELY greasy w/ a hard waxy consistency. The dough was very soft throughout and was slightly soggy on the bottom. It didn't have any flavour and reminded me of white sandwich bread. As for the sauce--you'd barely even realize it was there due to the huge quantity of sub-par cheese. We liked the garlic cheese balls, though. I'd recommend getting at least a small order of this or another appetizer because just one 12" pizza takes 35-40 minutes to get to your table. One positive thing is that Big Kahuna's is also a much thicker pie than places like Papa John's, JJ Dolan's, Boston's etc. Their largest size (12") looks small at the first glance, but it is definitely enough to feed two hungry people at a relatively cheap price (a little over $20 for the pizza, cheese balls, and a Coke).
(2)Myong C.
Forget JJ Dolan's, VLounge, et al. Big Kahuna's pizza is the best on the island. Ordered take out of the sumo pizza and the banzai pizza. So many toppings and so flavorful. Crust is wonderful as well. Top that off with a side order of garlic cheese balls (they always give you 1 extra) and you're in heaven. And all that was for under $20! Can't beat that!
(5)kristine f.
I love their pizza. The crispy crust is what separates Big Kahuna from the rest. I love that it's right downstairs from my office. The garlic cherseballs are delish! And you all need to try their shakes, it's a cup joy. I always walk by on my lunch and get tempted with the coffee milkshake which is awesome. Mac Nut is yummy, too! The staff is awesome. I'll never forget the time I made a take out order for 3 Sumos and went downstairs to pick it up when only 1 was ready. The guy at the counter was very apologetic and only charged me for one and made the 2 in a jiffy. You don't get that kind of customer service these days. He totally made my day.
(4)T F.
DA BOMB!!!
(5)Troy J.
I must say their customer service is great! After a bad experience, I was contacted by the Manager who rectified the situation. We were credited 4 new sandwiches, which I used to feed the same coworkers. We were all satisfied! Mistakes are made, but a good manager tries to fix it....GREAT JOB!! Aloha, Troy Jay
(5)Kalani C.
I'm actually a big fan of Big Kahuna Pizza. They are unique in serving up delicious deeper dish style pizza. Not Chicago style by any stretch, but probably the closest you'll get to those mammoth pies. We enjoy the Vegetarian. Just something about the sauce that makes that pie sing. I also like the Jamaican Jerk Chicken with bacon, green onions, sweet roasted red peppers and jerk seasoning in the crust. You have a choice of their Traditional, Specialty or World Class pizzas and all can be converted into a sandwich. I haven't tried the infamous garlic cheese balls or their old fashioned shakes (chocolate peanut butter and caramel sounds decadent). A bit spendy at $19.95 for the World Class varieties and CASH ONLY, but overall worth every morsel. Support local. Now, come eat! #Yelp 365: 027/365
(4)Teri B.
Wow! The Kailua pork sandwich is DELICIOUS! The bread is AMAZING! Bread is fresh and soft and the pork was just right and the sauce was fabulous. Service was great. I couldn't eat the whole sandwich! (Didn't realize till after they offer a half size and that would have been perfect) The BAD part is that we only discovered this on our way to the airport. It was the best casual meal we ate the whole time on Oahu. Full sandwich was $9 and they don't take debit- cash or local check.
(5)James V.
Oh my god this place is awesome! What is not to like.
(4)Jennifer H.
garlic cheese balls! strawberry shake!
(5)Jim C.
Great little place. I prefer the sandwiches but the pizzas are the favorite of my friends. Great attitude and friendliness from/of the staff
(5)Paul K.
This place is awesome. The pizza is amazing, the cheesy bread is terrific and the service was great too. It's a favorite on the way to the airport if someone has to arrive at the airport around dinner time. It would be good after picking up hungry passengers too. Seating is limited, the biggest downfall of the place. Calling ahead helps a lot tho, you can even place your order if you want to keep things moving.
(4)Adam S.
Went on a Friday night. Service was good. If you are picky about your pizza like I am, I wouldn't suggest getting pizza here. Didn't care for the deep dish/chicago style crust and found the pizza sauce lacked flavor. To end on a positive note, pizza/soda was reasonably priced. Oh & one more thing, cash only!
(2)Jessie W.
We went here tonight and even though it was just okay, it wasn't amazing. Even the Garlic Cheese Balls weren't all that great to us. I think we will continue to look for our pizza place on the island. Very limited seating maybe 6-7 tables and only 4 additional outside.
(2)Les Is More M.
disclaimer: if the wait wasn't so long today, I'd have given a 5 star review. been here before, and business meeting brought me out so a pit stop for lunch was in order. this place is in that little airport trade center near L&L, same complex as starbucks/jamba. you know the place. I ordered a small pepperoni pizza. it's as it always is, hot, gooey and dripping with grease, chicago style!!! LOL this isn't your pizza hut personal pan pizza by any stretch, the ingredients are so much fresher. that is the first thing you notice. second thing you notice is how your arteries are clogging as you eat all the fresh baked goodness in. this could be the most underrated pizza in the state, for sure. the grease which drips from the pizza and pepperoni starts to coagulate in your system almost immediately, but that's how you know you're getting good pizza!! LOL the only pizza I've ever had which was dripping with even more orange grease than this place was back in manhattan (NY). holy guacamole, this is great pizza. this pizza is better than anything auntie pasto's serves up, and far superior to those pizza joints which specialize in fast-food type deals. sorry pizza hut, boston's, domino's, you can't hang with DA BIG KAHUNA!!! the costco pizzas have almost as much grease, but nowhere near as much taste and flavors. I will defiinitely be back, unless I have a heart attack first.
(4)Jermy D.
Never am I disappointed when I come to dine here. First of all, garlic, cheese balls. Those three words bring warm to my tummy and soul. You cannot go wrong...unless you are allergic to garlic, cheese, and bits of dough enveloped in that delicious combo. Their white pizza is some of the best white pizza I've ever met and ate. The ratio of cheese to garlic to crust transports me into a heavenly, cheesy trance. I've just recently discovered their sandwiches, which are equally delicious. You can even turn a pizza into a sandwich. If you choose this delicious option, know that the menehune size is quite large (for me that is). The size is comparable to those focaccia sandwiches at starbucks...but 200 times more delicious. Staff is super friendly. Just remember that this is a cash or check only joint, so make sure you have that on hand.
(5)Andrea T.
We go here sometimes for lunch!! Very tasty and decent prices... Only reason it lost a star is because they only take cash and I always have to hit up an ATM to eat there because I just dont carry cash. Fortunately there IS an ATM nearby, just a slight inconvenience. Great food though!
(4)Peaches S.
Good food, I had the Sumo special pizza and my hubby said the Texan sandwich was awesome. Would definitely recommend this to those who like local grinds and pizza.
(4)Nathan N.
Garlic Cheese Balls. These things count as two meals. Buttery, sweet bread deliciousness with garlic, olive oil, a crap ton of cheese and enough cholesterol to clog your arteries in seconds. But hey, you'll die happy. Can I have the leftovers? Other awesome selections are: Da Sumo Special pizza Kanaka pizza Killer Kalua Pork sandwich Paniolo Beef Brisket sandwich
(5)Eve K.
CPK gone the Hawaiian styled pan pizza way in a super casual small location. 3.5 stars. Here's the menu if you wanna check it out, as it took a bit of looking for: bigkahunaspizza.net/imag… Cost to worth it rating: 3 (standard around $20 for a larger speciality pizza) Highlights: - Fun variety of pizzas: hawaiian, teriyaki, portuguese, chinese (sweet and sour), mexican (chorizo), texan (beef brisket), - Kalua pork pizza: comes with a sweet bbq sauce, kalua pork, and green onions--great combo. I found the pork cooked quite well--not too dry. Kanaka is the official name. - All meat pizza: not just pepperoni and ground meat here. This should be called the big kahuna with this meaty lineup: bacon, kalua pork, italian sausage, ham, portuguese sausage & beef brisket. - Sandwiches: pastrami was a special on the board and my dad LOVED it (and he's very picky). For one it's huge so get the small unless you are ravenous or are Michael Phelps. You can also make any pizza a sandwich for a fun option. - Garlic cheese balls: large meatball sized dough pieces swimming in butter and garlic and topped with shredded melted cheeses. Good starter to get you prepped for the pizza to come. Midlights: - Atmosphere: Even though it's in a strip mall, I like the beachy theme and feel of it with surfboards on the wall and hut coverings over the tables. Looks like it's mostly used for take out--only a few tables for seating. Lowlights: - Outages: when we ordered they were out of medium sized pizzas so we had to order multiple small sizes which was a bit strange. Also it seems like this may be a regular occurrence because they had a printed laminated sign at the register they must pull when needed. They also had a note ready for the garlic balls and there was some confusion of how many were left at our time of ordering. After we sat for a few minutes it looks like they were taking medium orders again so it would've been nice if waiting for it would be an option. - Cash only Good grub. Not sure if I'd drive out for it, but when I'm coming or going around the airport, I'd stop in again.
(3)Melissa J.
This place has some pretty incredible reviews, and that is exactly why I wanted to try it! A few months ago I went in for lunch and saw that they had a special so I decided to order that. It was an Italian style sandwich. The meat was good but it was just entirely to much bread on a sandwich for me. I can tell this place has potential and I don't think that 200+ people are wrong in their reviews ... I think I just need to give it another try ... but next time their PIZZA :) Also, props to the owner or manager of Big Kahuna for being personally involved with Yelp and reading our reviews. She saw that I was not to pleased with my meal based on my review so she reached out to me with a suggestion of what to try next time AND said that when I come in I get free garlic bread on the house. I will come again Big Kahuna ... and next time I will get one of your yummy pizzas so that I can raise this 3 star review to a 4 or 5! I know you won't disappoint!
(3)Tracie F.
The best pizza on the island!!! From the atmosphere, to the staff, to the quality of food...this place rocks! And what beats free cheesy balls if it is your first visit? Life does not get better than this. Their sumo pizza is wonderful. The ingredients are fresh and the crust is a wonderful homemade dough. The sauce perfectly compliments the toppings. It is seriously heaven. Do not forget to top off your meal with a delicious ice cream shake. Try the apple pie shake it is awesome!!!
(5)Ira J.
Do you remember the old Big Kahuna's Pizza location on Puuloa Road? It had an unimaginable amount of charm. Don't get me wrong. I remember: It was a complete dive. It and its parking lot were almost always packed beyond capacity. Yet somehow, it felt like a secret spot where only I and my closest friends knew we could get awesome pizza and sandwiches. How did that pull that off? I'll tell you how: charm. Along came the Hawaii State DOT in 2003 to widen Puuloa Road and BOOM: after just over 5 years of construction; one mile of Puuloa Road was one lane wider, our State coffers were drained of $16 million, and Big Kahuna's Pizza was left without its charm. Even without its charm, Big Kahuna's Pizza still produces awesome pizza and sandwiches. So much so, that they are still often packed beyond capacity. But now; that feels painful, not charming. A wider Puuloa Road is kind of nice though.
(4)Wendy A.
The pizza was good but the garlic cheese balls were out of this world. This is a cash or local check place so make sure you bring your paper not plastic. :)
(4)BagLady M.
After hearing my sister rave about this place forever, I finally got to try Da Sumo Special deep dish pizza--and now I get why she's been raving! It is chock-full of meats (pepperoni, italian sausage, portuguese sausage to name a few) and, as their takeout menu exclaims, is "broke da mouth" ONO! The outer crust is cooked small-kine "ko-geh" to ensure thoroughly cooked toppings, but was still palatable. Their 12" pan ($21.95) and 12 garlic cheese balls ($6.25) were more than enough to feed 3 of us. I really liked the cheese balls, even better than the ones served at Bravos; these were not as greasy/oily. We walked in to order, and waited for about 15-20 minutes. There were quite a few people coming in to place their orders; I was quite surprised, being that this location is fairly out of the way (across the same road from Byron's/Chevron, in a little strip mall w/Starbucks.) So I would suggest calling in and picking up; no delivery available. Which is what I will do next time--there will definitely be a lot more "next times" from me!!!
(5)Caitlin T.
So occasionally I like to eat vegetarian so when I saw they had a grilled eggplant sandwich, I immediately wanted to try it. Not to mention all the rave reviews of the garlic cheese balls. We called in our order for 2 sandwiches and an order of garlic cheese balls. The girl told us they were out of the balls. What? You are known for them and are probably made out of the dough you make there. Whatevers, ok. She also said it would be at least 30 minutes for our order to be ready. Kind of long for 2 sandwiches. We get there and they have our cheese balls with our order. Alright, good. We take them home and I try them for the first time. Eh. Balls of the dough used for the sandwich bread with some cheese melted on top with a small amount of garlic sprinkled on only the middle balls. Not impressed. My husband said that they used to be a lot better. The sandwiches on the other hand, were very good. Very flavorful for a veggie sandwich. Husband had Da New Yorker sandwich which he thoroughly enjoyed as well. We will be back for more sandwiches and maybe a pizza.
(3)Dannielle N.
We ate here tonight after finding it on yelp. The food was great! We ordered a 7" pepperoni, 7" meat lovers, 7" California club, a small order of cheese balls, and then we finished with shakes to go (one chocolate, one peanut butter chocolate, and one strawberry banana). I would definitely recommend the food here! They gave us a military discount and gave us the cheese balls for free when we mentioned that we found the place on yelp! Not sure if they do this regularly but it was cool! The only downside to this was that they were kind of slow. There weren't a lot of people dining in but it took a good 20-30 minutes to get our food and then another 20-30 minutes to get our shakes later. But all in all the food was good and we'll probably call our order in next time.
(4)Artemis A.
Customer service sucks. However, the product itself keeps you coming back. Yes, that's how good it is. Pipeline sandwiches, pizza and every single dessert is ONOlicious. Coconut haupia (wedding cake) is my fave. I just wish they would serve fresh green salads. Garlic balls.....mmmm..........they are a story of its own.
(4)Roberto L.
Went here for dinner and we really enjoyed it. We added some new things to the usual and I still picked up my normal. Drinks: Chocolate/Strawberry/Vanilla Bean Shake These were pretty good. Nothing too mind blowing, but overall delicious. Food: The misses had a sandwich that looked amazing. It was huge and packed with veggies. She really enjoyed it. I ate a Kanaka pizza. I have had the personal pizzas, and they are not worth the price. The medium pizza on the other hand is a lot better size to money ration. The pizza was awesome (as always) and I enjoyed it a lot. BOTTOM LINE -------------------- I recommend this place to anyone looking for some great sandwiches and pizza. If you are dining in be prepared to fight for a table, I have rarely seen any empty. I would suggest you get it to go. If you go here, be prepared for delicious!
(4)Lee C.
The food was bomb !! the sumo was on hit loved it so much had to get myself seconds lol ...wifey had the pulled pork and that was on hit too ..Would recommend this spot to anyone visiting the Island :-)
(4)Savannah G.
I've only eaten here once but when I did, I was impressed. I haven't tried too many pizza joints on the island because the few I have tried have been disappointing but I definately was not disappointed here! First, you must get the garlic cheese balls. They are scrumptious and good to help take the edge off when you are STARVING and can't wait for your pizza to come out. My husband and I got the half-order and that was plenty for us. We ordered Da Sumo pizza based on all of the recommendations and it was quite tasty. The crust wasn't dry and it had a good fluffy consistency. Despite all of the ingredients on this pizza, I didn't feel they overwhelmed one another and I think they fit quite harmoniously in my mouth :) I've heard this place gets crazy during dinner so if you're going to try it, I recommend going at lunch time. Save dinner for when you already know you like it and aren't too concerned with the extra wait. Btw, they are cash only. They also give a military discount of 10% or 15% (I can't remember).
(4)Jaye V.
So i decided to try out this place because of all the hype but i was so surprised.... I was expecting a full scale restaurant, but upon arrival, it was more like a fancy take out place with chairs and tables. The food was okay. Their customer service was nice. We ordered a pineapple pizza with jalapenos on half, they put jalapenos on the whole thing so they fired up a small pineapple for us which was great. We really appreciated that. Their food was okay. I'm used to awesome pizza on the mainland so i was hoping i could find that here at this place since everyone talks about it like it's the greatest thing ever. I'm not saying it's bad, it's just not as good as i had hoped. I would never go back just because their pizza was as good as frozen pizza from the grocery store. I think CPK has better pizza then this place. Their crust is just regular white dough that has very little flavor to offer. Their ingredients were good, but the crust was completely lacking in every aspect of the word. I barely ate more than two slices. And the garlic cheese balls that everyone bawls over, i don't get what all the hype is about. It's just bread.... with garlic butter. I can make that at home. Bottom line: not bad, but not worth all the hype. I won't go back. I would prefer ordering pizza from Pizza Hut or cheaper yet, getting a frozen pizza from the nearest grocery store and saving myself a extra 4-5 bucks. Customer service was well executed though. =)
(3)Kristen C.
I've FINALLY made my way over here every since they moved from their old location. Coming here i definitely knew i HAD to try their "famous" garlic cheese balls =9. There were 6 of us and we ordered the spinach garlic tomato and the bbq chicken pizzas. The place was full when we got there so we just waited for a table to open while we waited for our food. We waited about 20-30 mins for the cheese balls to come out and boy were they delicious! soft and fluffy in the inside and cheesy buttery goodness on the outside. about 10mins later the pizzas came out and it was pretty good, we all agreed that the spinach garlic tomato one was better. Overall everything on the menu sounded so delicious, even the sandwiches! I am so coming back here ;)
(4)Mayo C.
Best garlic cheese bread everrrrrr!! DANGER: Just make sure you're not making out with anyone for a while after! (:
(4)T. K.
We here for dinner today and to meet with some friends. It's cash only. Ordered cheeze balls, and a 12" Kanaka pie. The front end staff were really nice. made it clear that they took care of the cleaning up. tried to fit us (6 head count) at a table. Not a place for more than 4. The pizza was fine. Something different for once. Nothing wrong, but I wouldn't write home about it or bring out of towners over there to try it. Would be nice to be able to dip the cheese balls into something. just a dough ball with a couple kinds of cheese on it. I'd go back if I were in the neighborhood.
(3)mignonette b.
Definitely loved the cheese garlic balls! The pizza was sadly disappointing. My son had the bbq chicken personal size and I had the veggie personal size. The veggies were raw, not cooked at all, and the middle of the pizza was soggy. Took it home and recooked the next day, but still disappointing. Don't know what happened, but Big Kahuna's has went downhill since we visited years ago.
(2)Chaulcey C.
garlic balls are good. the cashier is a miserable bitch and wasnt helpful at all.
(2)Pat G.
High quality, thin crust pizza. More like New York and Boston style than Chicago style pan pizza. Definitely better than than the chains (Pizza Hut, Papa John's, Domino's), but not great. For a letter grade, I give them an "A-." Might be the best pizza on Oahu. Big Kahuna's is also known for their garlic cheese balls, and my 6-year-old liked them better than his cheese pizza. This is their equivalent of garlic cheese fries, and looks just as messy. The staff is very friendly, and our order was ready in about 15 minutes. Everything was served (very) hot. Most of the patrons were military families, which makes sense given that the restaurant is located near military housing. The restaurant is decorated with a surf theme. Lots of surfboards, a "grass shack" over the counter, beach murals, etc. Classic Rock played on the stereo. We will probably return a couple of times a year. Pros: - Plenty of parking Cons: - Cash only. No credit cards! - Only one size of fountain soda - huge - and no fruit juices. - Small, crowded eating area. Be ready to order "to go" in case the place is full.
(4)Maile F.
Yum O! Yum O! Love the pizza. And don't forget dessert! Hawaiian Wedding Cake-coconut chantilly cream triple layer golden cake. Ono!
(4)Maryam H.
Food is ono! This was my first time trying this place, food is great. Expect to wait. They don't take credit or debt cards. I had the portagee pizza!! Amazing!
(3)Kami C.
The service is great and the garlic balls are AMAZING. They do tend to run out of toppings and garlic balls towards the end of the night but they have great customer service and delicious pizzas. PLUS they have a military discount~!! Cash only unfortunetly but at least the atm isn't far away!
(5)Kelly T.
BACK WHEN: It's been years since I've had a pizza from Big Kahuna. I remember it being a tiny, sweltering hot, little shack on the outskirts of Mapunapuna...literally sandwiched between recyling centers and repair shops. I remember the cheese balls being gooey and garlicky, the giant kalua pork sammy, and the wonderful variety of pizzas on their menu. SURF'S UP: The shop itself was eclectic at best, and I remember wondering on my first visit whether i was ordering pizzas or getting a surf lesson. I'm sad now, that its new location resides in the same place as an L&L/Chopstick Express. :0( NOW: It's just okay to me. I recently visited their current location at the Nimitz Airport Center, and while it's convenient (and a lot cleaner looking) I feel less impressed with their food. My friend's veggie pizza looked slightly undercooked...despite the fact that our order took almost 20 minutes. I ordered the "white" pizza...it was okay, but pretty oily and also undercooked. It was so gooey, my friend thought the dough was cheese...yikes. To be fair, I had a pizza and maybe next time I'll treat myself to the familiar and oh-so-friendly kalua pig sandwich.
(3)Chris S.
You gotta try da sumo and kalua bbq burger. I miss it very much.
(4)Sandy H.
It's a little difficult to write a current review of Big Kahuna's because all that's on my mind is what it used to be like. Gone are the humble beginnings of that little shack in Mapunapuna where I first sank my teeth into a garlic cheesy ball. The garlic cheesy balls are still there, but not as heavenly as they used to be a decade ago. The cheese isn't as gooey but still I can't help but smile when the cashier yells my "HALF BALLIN!" order to the kitchen. The specialty and custom pizzas are still delicious. I like that I can custom order a personal pizza for less than $10. The service is hit or miss. We ate in and got our pizzas promptly and were told that our cheesy balls were on their way out. The cashier decided he wanted to chat with a customer on the other side of the restaurant, making it impossible to see that our cheesy ball order (and 4 more after it) was given to customers who ordered AFTER us. The other woman on duty realized what happened and issued us a full refund along with our order. It's nice to be taken care of and compensated when someone screws up. Don't forget to bring your cash! ETA: Ok, upon further thought, I feel that they deserve one more star...just because. :-)
(4)Laura C.
The GPS on our phone sent us on a wild goose chase, so by the time we got here (hint: set your destination to airport trade center) I was hot, tired and hungry. There's not a lot of room to sit, so time your visit accordingly. We got there about 1:30pm and we still had to wait for a table to free up. We ordered the Sumo pizza and some garlic cheese balls. The pizza was good, but nothing memorable. Those garlic cheese balls, were what made the visit worthwhile. I could've skipped the pizza and had just garlic cheese balls. They remind me of monkey bread but instead of cinnamon and sugar they used garlic and cheese. Towards the end of our meal, they gave my son a sample of their chocolate milkshake. He liked it enough to Order a small to go. Hoping we can stop for one more visit before heading to the airport! I need another order of the garlic cheese balls so I can figure out a way to recreate when I get home.
(4)Gary S.
Da best Kailua pork pizza ever! Always my first stop when I get off da plane!
(5)William E.
If you're looking for a pizza that does the job -- of being unique, unhealthy, and delicious -- then this is the place for you. Without fail, I'll order Da Sumo. Not much of a fan of their sandwiches, but Da Sumo is.... deadly sinfully yummy. Maybe it'd be healthier if they just put one more vegetable on there..... Nah! Plenty of parking but not plenty of seating. Definitely not for large groups, so plan to take-out even if you plan to sit in. You might find outdoor seating down by Blimpies. Expect about 20 minutes for your order should it include a pizza. Calling ahead is a good idea!
(4)Stephen G.
I love Big Kahuna pizza. Their specialty pizzas exhibit culinary creativity while still providing great tasting pizza. The last time I went I had the Da Sumo pizza, Da California Club pizza, and the Garlic Cheese Balls. The staff there is always friendly and offer great service. I'm glad that there is more parking at their new location. I recommend that everyone go to Big Kahuna Pizza. You won't regret it.
(5)Jerrene T.
The husband, baby, and I came here this past Tuesday with some friends. My friend really wanted to come here and we couldn't remember the name until recently... so we decided to make an outing of it. Normally we're those indecisive girls in the mall food court debating on what to get. Oh wait... that's almost every girl I know. Okay I digress... So we got there a little after 6 and it was CRAZY. There was a wait for tables inside so since we had a three year old and my three month old, we decided to sit outside so we could all rest our feet. Although I'm sure the three year old had enough energy for all of us. It was our first time here so we didn't even know what to order. They gave us a free order of their garlic cheesy balls (which were about three stars worthy... not the greatest but good if you're hungry) and so we ended up getting two orders. We didn't know which pizza to get so we got the sumo and the pake. My husband was sad because I veteoed his meat lovers one and the veggie one. I wanted a chicken one or something different so my friend's husband wanted to get the pake. The sumo one was good. The pake took some getting used to and I liked it towards the end. Overall the food was about three and a half stars but what made it a five? The service... even though at first we were outside. When a table did open up, they called us inside and helped us get our food inside. Also, I guess they had leftover/extra cookies that they gave a lot of the tables. We got both chocolate chip and coconut... so GOOD. I think their coconut cookies rocked my night. The waitress didn't seem fazed when we wanted more coconut cookies and she gave us the rest... she went one step further and asked if we were going to come again... we said totally after those cookies! She said she would tell the baker to make more when we come next and even make us some macaroons when we told her the cookies were so DELICIOUS. Nom nom nom! She was so friendly... she made my night with those cookies I tell you! PS. I love thin crust pizza but their pizza was quite delicious even though it wasn't thin.
(5)Nicole E.
Amazing place ! They have great food! Love the Ono Cheese Balls!! And they support the military!!!
(5)Kim W.
My husband and I were looking for a pizza place and found this based on the reviews on Yelp. My husband ordered a pizza with everything on it and loved it; I order a plain cheese pizza and was not as impressed. The pizza has a thick crust (no thin option was available) and with the lackage of toppings on my pizza it lacked a bit of flavor but my husband was more than happy with his. What I did love was the garlic cheese knots....they were soft, delicious, and full of flavor. I would go there again, but just get the knots with a side of pizza sauce for dipping. Staff was friendly, place was clean, but seating was limited.
(3)John B.
I've had Big Kahuna's since the mid '90s. I think that since the move to the Airport Trade Center, the crust must've changed. It used to be greasier back when they were on Pu'uloa. The food is still good but it isn't quite the same for me. The Sumo and Mexican pizzas are my favorite.
(4)Liz T.
I absolutely hate a thin crust, especially one that can be folded in half and eaten in three quick bites. That's why Big Kahuna Pizza is a winner. I love the pizza dough at this joint--it's chewy inside, crispy outside, incredibly fresh, and NOT too oily. My boyfriend and I had the Kanaka specialty pizza and the Garlic Cheese Balls. The pizza would've been perfect if the kalua pig wasn't so dehydrated. I liked the sweet and tangy BBQ sauce and green onions on it--think California Pizza Kitchen but... Hawaii. The cheese balls were doughy and delicious. I think it could've benefited from marinara sauce, but my boyfriend said then they wouldn't be cheese balls anymore but pizza. And then he yelps about them saying they needed a dipping sauce. HUMPH. Anyway, thanks to Joshua C. for the recommendation. If we hadn't found this place, we would've wound up at California Pizza Kitchen again for the sixteenth time this year, which is good but... vanilla.
(4)Steven K.
I always get the Garlic cheese balls. They alone are worth the trip. I love the Sumo pizza, but this time i got the hot salami sandwich. Awesome. Service use to be better.
(4)Derek G.
A 12" pizza for 22$!! Seriously!? With that extra money you're making why don't you welcome yourself to America. Or even 2012 and pay for a credit/debit card machine.
(1)Art T.
Good pizza, hard to find deep dish pizza in Hawaii. Prices aren't bad they have a buy one get one half off deal always running. Cheese balls are great. Tough to remember them as they are out of the way by the airport.
(4)Seth H.
This is my second favorite pizza after Round Table, I've eaten their Sumo pizza which has everything imaginable on it, think the kalua pig makes it special as does the portugese sausage. I think the crust is also what I like since it has a sort of corn bread flavoring to it. I had one of their sandwiches which was huge and very tasty, they are hot subs, baked in the oven for awhile, the garlic cheese balls are a nice appetizer, the prices I'd say are very reasonable and I've always had great service from the staff, only thing if you have over four people to seat that may pose a problem cause the place is small, maybe 5 tables with some additional counter space.
(4)Amy W.
Everything hear is so darn melt in your mouth delicious I crave this place at least once a week! The location is convenient but it's cash only and there is only a few tables to dine in. So eat and go, it's worth it!
(5)Johanna T.
Customer service is fabulous at this place and the food? Ohhhhh the wonderful wonderful food! I'd consider moving back to Hawaii just so I can be closer to Big Kahuna Pizza. If ever you are in the area or you're fortunate enough to live in Oahu- take your okole down to Big Kahuna Pizza and indulge in a pizza that is just riddled with oozing cheeses, tender pulled pork, and BBQ sauce. Your insides will scream in sheer delight as you sink your teeth into this slice of heaven. The other must-have is the garlic cheese balls. I pay homage to the garlicky and cheesy goodness in all it's fabulousness! They are a garlic lover's dream- sure to make you slip into a pleasurable food coma that your senses will thank you for.
(5)Iceman T.
I give this business a 5 stars(since i don't believe in 2-4 stars, its either good or bad in my case) It's a little hard to find at first but when you've located this spot the pizza is delicious. Not quite there with the best of them, just darn good. The pizza is pretty greasy, and the crust was okay. It took about 20 minutes for my pizza which i purchased the 7inch for about 6bucks. The counter girl was pretty cute, but i didn't go there for the ikandy. The place looked kinda cheesy with the fake grass huts. Overall the pizza was good.
(5)Matt F.
Good stuff. Money well spent. I had the sumo while my wife had the Texan.....they definitely don't skimp on the toppings. Highly recommend going to this place.
(5)Paul C.
Great food, and very friendly staff. Between their pizza's and pipeline sandwiches, you can't go wrong with Big Kahuna's! I know many people rave about their garlic cheeseballs, but I enjoy the pipeline sandwiches even moreso, especially an Italian sausage with sweet and sour sauce!
(5)G Y.
i am not a deep dish fan and BK isn't my favorite although still a good pie. pizza and sandwiches seem very oily and almost too tasty (salty)....i know its pizza what should i expect but take um easy on the salt please. parking very easy but place is wide but when it gets busy the place gets crowded fast
(3)Thomas P.
This place has the best cheesy garlic balls out there. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I always get a pizza but on a sandwich bread instead. But their dough its awesome too. Its not super cheap but it is super good. If you like big soft buns...lol... on a sandwich that is, then you will love their pork sandwich and the bread they serve it on. Bottom line is come here get some awesome garlic cheese balls and enjoy everything. If you come here for lunch call ahead cause its a long wait. If you come here for dinner call ahead cause its a long wait.
(4)Ashley A.
We tried Big Kahuna's after receiving a few recommendations and the good yelp reviews. We were sadly disappointed in this place. We ordered Da Sumo pizza and got a free order of the garlic cheese balls for being first time customers. I do not think the ingredients were of high quality. We couldn't stomach more then one slice. The garlic cheese balls weren't bad, but not as spectacular as reviews will have you believe. Still in search for a great pizza place. If you do decide to try this place the dining room is small and remember it is cash only.
(2)Michael M.
If this place can't make you happy, you need to get on some meds. Total comfort food. The way to start or end that perfect day. A little known fact, is the desserts are AWESOME!!! My favorite is the vanilla bean milk shake w/ out the whip. Favorite pizza: All of them. Stop your heart: odred the garlic cheese balls, extra everything. Do not change a thing Big K. Best of all, 5 minutes from mi casa.
(5)Justin Y.
Greasy goodness. Yes that just about sums it up. So this certainly doesn't go with my normal healthy meal plan, and it wasn't as great as I remembered from a while ago, but I still think it was worth the extra workout that its gonna take to get rid of it. The cashier/waitress was very very friendly and welcoming...always a major plus. They also give free garlic cheese balls to the last order of the night (we went in over an hour before they closed so that was kind of unusual, but hey...I wasn't about to argue!) The pizza looked very impressive, but...the taste just didn't seem to be there for some reason. My guess? Frozen stuff or too much oil. Wasn't terrible, but definitely not as good as I remember from over a year ago. The decor is so awesomely cheesy that I like it. Theres no false pretensions here...its cheesy as hell and they make it obviously so. For some reason I think the "recycled" Mcdonalds trash bin is hilarious...I actually specifically look for it when I go there. All that greasiness is putting me into a food coma, so it's time to wrap it up and go ZzzzzZzzzz....
(3)Brad T.
I like the new location with lots of parking. When they were in the little green shack, it was an adventure trying to find a place to just pick up the food to go. The food is still awesome at the new location. BBQ Kalua pig sandwich...yummeers! Sumo pizza if a pizza is what you're looking for with a side of garlic cheese balls...holy fatness but well worth it!
(4)Abby D.
Woohoo!!!! Amazing! How did I not know about this place?! It's right down the street from my house..how did I miss this?! After reading many reviews here on Yelp, we chose the Kanaka personal pan for my husband and I to split (we had dessert plans and didn't want to overstuff..though it would have been SO easy to eat the roof off this place) and a cheese personal pan for my kids to split (they're not adventurous in the eaties. Yet.) and, of course, we had to throw in an order of garlic cheese balls. I'd asked for a 6 count..but I think a 10 or even a 12 count came to our table..but they were YUMMY so no one's complaining (thanks for the upgrade!). I think the tab came to about $16 and we couldn't have been happier (1 - a fatty fast food bill is about $21 for our family. 2 - fast food is NOT as delicious as Big Kahuna!). The food was scrumptious and the employees were super sweet. This is now our go to pizza place!
(5)Leon H.
This place was better back in dat when it was a trailer but I still love it. Great place to go on weekends when its quieter.
(4)Nina N.
Holy snikes!!!!!!! The best thing in the whole entire world! I can't believe what I just put in my mouth. GARLIC CHEESE BALLS!!! ------ add their special hot sauce, and you'll be addicted for life!!!! kalua pork sandwich, get the small size because the big sized bread isn't as moist. again, add in their hot sauce! it's seriously the best thing ever!!! Crazy thing is, I don't like specialty pizza's but their kalua pork pizza was pretty darn tasty. Man I am craving for this gut bomb right now!!!!!!!!!
(5)John A.
Give the sumo a try.
(3)Yvonne M.
Delicious deep dish pizza! Unique and fun toppings. Hearty and flavorful. The sumo pizza is our favorite. Their garlic cheese balls are addicting too! Gotta try this place at least once! Now this is definitely Made in Hawaii! Lots of parking!
(4)Missy S.
Love their kalua pork sandwhich. They give you a huge bun with bbq sauce and pork and is just an overall good and unique combo. One of my favorite things to order there are the cheese balls. Their really good! They put tons of cheese and garlic tasting salt. Not really a fan of their chicken and onion pizza though. It just didn't amaze me. Also sad that they don't do the turkey sandwhich with the shredded cabbage anymore. Those sandwhiches were great. But overall this is a great place to come to when your around the airport area.
(4)Faith S.
the pizza here is AWESOME!!!! be prepared - they only take CASH!!! hubby & i always gets the Da Sumo Special!!! its loaded with toppings over toppings. the one pizza is $20 but hella worth is :} hubby can normally eat 4-5 slices of normal sized pizza but with this pizza .lol. hes full after 2 but cause its sooo good he pushes himself through the 3rd (cursing himself later) . the wait is abit long but not a big deal. 0oooo and in the late afternoon they normally run out of dough but you can get any pizza turned into a sandwich :}
(5)First Name L.
Wow, that was a pleasant surprise! It was a slow Saturday, mid-day, and we were coming home from Target and just hungry. We had the Garlic Balls, Pepperoni Pizza, and Kalua Pork Pizza (it was called something else). They were all damn good! As far as pizza goes, pretty close to perfection. Enough said, yeah? Staff was super friendly and helpful, restaurant seemed clean, and the food was out pretty fast. What more can I ask... OH yeah there is one thing they can change.... the location! Can you please move closer to town?
(5)Peter C.
Holy crap! I've been waiting here forever on an order I called in! It's Sunday 10/23/11 at 145pm. Service here blows! Customers who called in phone orders are lined up behind me. Nobody is happy... Either the lady that took my order messed up or the cook forgot to cook it!
(2)Michiko H.
This place has awesome pizza and milkshakes! Had the DA Sumo and it was onolicious! but what really had me was there piña colada milkshake, orgasm in your mouth kinda good! Will definitely be coming back to try there famous cheese balls! Also the service was good, the only catch is that you have to pay in cash.
(4)Marshal D.
Don't trust what they claim are the store hours. This place just closes whenever they feel like it. I showed up at 8:30pm when they are supposedly open until 9pm and they turned me away. They were not even slow, there was at least one large group there. Pathetic customer service. Don't go here!
(1)Matt M.
Sumo Pizza! Only complaint: they don't accept credit cards.
(4)Tyler D.
Delicious!!! Had da sumo 6" and garlic cheese balls. Good prices, great customer service. It's well worth the wait.
(4)Joshua C.
This has been my favorite Hawaii pizza place for years...but as good as their pizza is...the garlic cheese balls and sandwiches are even better. One of my best friends carries food back from here all the way to Atlanta every time she visits. It's one of those little hideaways that those in the know just love. So a few notes: 1. Unless you're really trying to eat healthfully....try the garlic cheese balls (little fresh baked 4 or 5 cheese garlic and butter topped lumps of warm chewy goodness 2. Don't eat too many unless want to feel really gross...lol...um, i might be speaking from experience 3. The Sandwiches rock. Fresh baked bread, fresh ingredients, and they're huge 4. My favorite sandwich is the Pipeline, they allow you to take any Pizza and turn it into a perfectly baked Pizza Sub (toasty on the outside and soft and gooey within) 5. Try a Pipeline made with the California Club ingredients.....it's so good. 6. Order ahead if you don't want to wait. You can call in your order and still dine in. (808) 833-5588 7. If you love toppings try a Sumo pizza, its got everything and the kitchen sink (including kalua pig!!) This place recently moved to the Airport Trade Center (opposite end from the Airport Starbucks)...so don't cry if you can't find the shack. True from the outside it's now totally devoid of personality, but enjoy the extra parking and a familiar surprise when you walk inside. While the location may have changed, the food's as good as ever. For more reviews that (at least in regards to the food) apply to this location as well check out....http://www.yelp.com/biz/big-kahuna-pizza-Âhonolulu#hrid:9hfzS8LXgc_Mr0vCjoIVvw
(5)Jennifer L.
We ordered three different pizzas: BBQ chicken, Sumo and Banzai. I liked the BBQ Chicken best!! The sauce was sweet and it tasted very fresh. I thought the Sumo was good but there were soooo many ingredients that I got full really quickly. My sister thought the Banzai tasted like Chinese style chicken mushroom. We also ordered the Garlic Cheese Balls. YUMMY!! They were very tasty!! The one thing I absolutely loved most about their pizzas is that it was not oily!! I didn't feel like I had clogged my arteries after consuming an entire pizza by myself!! There were so many different pizzas! I would definitely go back to try the other ones!!
(4)Christine F.
Loved the service and friendly atmosphere. They had run out of bread so we opted for pizza instead of the sandwich we were going to order. We were offered free garlic balls for the inconvenience and we were also offered samples if their caramel shake that was so delicious. Awesome service that combined with the great food will make this a regular stop!
(5)Brian A.
We stopped by here because we wanted a snack and heard so much about these cheese balls. So, that's pretty much what we got. I was not impressed. It was way too doughy for me. I think it needs something more like tomato sauce. It has a nice tropical vibe inside, which is cool and a lot more than most other pizza joints can boast. All the paraphernalia is interesting to look at and read. It is a bit on the smaller side though. I think next time we'll skip the cheese balls and just try a plain old pizza.
(2)R. Shane G.
I don't want to come across as some kind of pizza snob, but Big Kahuna's pizza doesn't really do much for me. Don't get me wrong, their pizza is pretty good and all, but I believe that their true specialty is the "pipeline" sandwich. I'm a big fan of the White Pizza Pipeline because it eliminates what I don't particularly like about their pizza and puts the good parts into a delicious (and substantial) sandwich. I've tried most of their sandwiches, but I always come back for the White Pizza Pipeline. It's just that tasty. Another not to be missed item on their menu is their divine Ghirardelli chocolate milkshake. It may have a couple more calories than a normal chocolate milkshake, but it has three times the flavor, too. I'm not sure what they put in these things, but they are absolutely delicious! And last but not least, no visit to Big Kahuna's is complete without an order (or two) of their yummy garlic cheese balls. These things are so good and cheesy, you can practically make a meal out of them alone! Two things you should know about Big Kahuna's: First, they only take cash, no credit/debit cards. Second, there's nearly always a line of some size at the ordering counter. I find that it's far better to call/fax in my order and simply stop in to pick it up.
(4)J K.
I love this place. Love the sumo pizza and the garlic cheese balls are great. The sandwiches are a belly buster. I think I'm going to make a visit next week.
(4)D.J. Y.
Yup, they moved..... Glad to find out the food still da same, reel ono!!! Sandwiches are da bomb!! Pizza is on a very thick and bread like crust, those from NYC and Chicago, be warned! One thing to remember: GARLIC CHEESE BALLS!!! OMG!!! Plenty of good Aloha served up here!!
(5)Chelsea F.
Three words: GARLIC CHEEESE BALLS. They have to be ordered when coming here. It's sooooo good. I also love their garlic, spinach, and tomato pizza. I tried one of their pizzas that had a ton of meat on it. I honestly hated it! Not my kind of pizza. Tourist most love this place. I used to drive all the way from Kapolei to get some cheese balls. Totally worth the drive though. I recommend this place definitely... :)
(5)Bethany N.
The Cali Club pizza is amazing. I was skeptical of the bacon-ham combo, thinking pork overload but they had it right. The ham adds a smoky flavor and more dimension to the pizza. Not really your traditional pizza and probably don't order it on a hot date because you'll be a hot mess trying to eat pizza topped with lettuce and ranch. At least you'll go home happy (alone) because it's that good though. Big Kahuna's really does deep dish right. I haven't had a single thing from here that I didn't really enjoy. Even items I was skeptical about, like the apple pie milkshake, knocked my socks off. Don't think about how many calories there are in it and enjoy.
(4)Michael G.
Best place to stop before heading to the airport. The pizza is good - brisket sandwich is my favorite.
(4)Liz C.
Garlic Cheese Balls are the foodgasm you've been waiting for or can't wait to have again.
(4)Kara K.
I was pleasantly surprised that a pizza pace that close to an airport would taste so good. When I saw the seemingly touristy name (and the prices), I thought it was just charging poor travelers ridiculous amounts of money just so they could say they ate at a tiki-looking pizza place... ...but then I saw the locals sitting there and talking. I was confused. What were so many locals doing here at this tourist trap restaurant? At that point, I figured I'd give their pizza and their advertised garlic balls a try. Oh yes, and being a dessert diva, I also ordered their caramel milkshake (the larger size aka regular size there). End result: The pizza was pretty good ( I ordered the shrimp pizza, the bf got the kalua pig), I would order the shrimp one again. The pizza is fairly filling yet is hard to describe. If I had to describe it, I would say that it is a deep dish pizza with semi-generous toppings. The garlic balls were too oily. I know that other yelpers really like it, maybe I just had a bad batch. I haven't ordered it again. However, if I ever have an urge for oily pieces of dough topped with garlic, which I may have real soon...I know where to go. For those of you are still reading my review, I am flattered and amazed. I saved the best part for last for those of you who have been patient and seemingly care about what I think. Now, to get to the best part about Kahuna's Pizza....GET THEIR CARAMEL MILKSHAKE, REALLY! The small cup looks really small, but in actuality, it is a lot of caramelly goodness! The last time I called to check if I could order the caramel milkshake, they didn't have the caramel flavoring, but they did have the coffee flavor. I tried it, I wasn't impressed. The bf, James F. (add him as a yelp friend since he's a lonely Yelper), liked the coffee milkshake, though. Maybe it's worth a shot but it's a far second place in comparison to the caramel milkshake.
(4)Carl G.
Despite the previous reviews I don't think this place deserves such high praise. It's good, but not great. Really, it's just a better than average pizza joint. It's very, very small. Maybe 8 or 9 tables at the most. The largest table will only seat 2 adults and a child comfortably. The service is slow, and you'll pay 40 bucks for 2 large pizzas and soda..... Yes soda, as they don't sell beer. Service was friendly and the place was clean. Don't bother dressing up any fancier than a t-shirt. Again, the kitchen is bigger than the dining room. The experience was neither fun or 'comfortable'. Garlic cheese balls were good .... Pizza was better than dominoes or pizza hut. Soda fountain ( taking up valuable space in the dining room) was watered down.
(3)Paige K.
I really love this pizza joint. I remember when it was a hole in the wall, cramped up shack-looking restaurant. They expanded into that shopping complex (right across from Byron's by the airport)... bigger and better and still yummy. I have never tried a sandwich because I have been so satisfied with the pizza. I have tried the vegetarian pizza, kanaka pizza (kalua pig w/ bbq sauce) and the meat lovers pizza (sausage, kalua pig, brisket, ham). All of these were delicious. And then of course there are the signature garlic cheese balls. You know it's not good for you but you keep eating it. Definitely a place you should try. We don't have many pizza places in Hawaii so I'm glad that we at least have Big Kahuna! FYI- this is cash and local check only.
(4)Jerome B.
I can imagine the feel of the grease of the garlic cheese balls oozing in my stomach. Not necessarily the best thing to hear, but those unhealthy little buggers are delicious. You have to eat the cheese balls pretty fast if you want the cheese to be partially melted when you eat them. It's probably a good idea to use a napkin to sop up some of the oil. It's helps a little. But if you're eating here you are resigning yourself to the unhealthy goodness of the cheeseballs, pizza or the Killah Kalua Pig Sandwich (drool). My friend first took me here a couple of years ago to try the Kalua Pig Sandwich. It's a massive sandwich! It has the diameter of your hat. The buns are an inch thick on the bottom and an inch and a half up top. It is filled with delicousness...I mean kalua pork with a BBQ sauce (sounds strange, but trust me it's ono). They cut it in half, probably because they anticipate only those with an endless gullet can finish it. This sandwich will vanquish your appetite, leaving you wondering if you were even hungry after 5 bites. The pizzas are very good as well. They taste better than your Papa Johns, etc. They have an eggplant parmesan pizza, kalua pork pizza, and others too varied to remember. The pizzas, as the rest of the food there, are very oily and make my stomach feel uneasy as I write this. But definitely they are good and worth trying! They are much more interesting choice than your costco or Pizza Hut pizza night! It wouldn't surprise me if the soda fountain spouted out grease. Each time after eating there I feel like I gain 5 pounds. But it's a guilty pleasure that I think a lot of people would like if they don't mind food this way. It's unapologetically unhealthy. Many foods are like this, at least this stuff tastes great! I know you want some now.
(4)Bun M.
Haven't been here in a while and was craving pizza. They have the BEST deep dish style pizza on the island! What really makes it amazing is the quality of toppings and a crust thats moist and full of flavor by itself, and almost no crust! The sumo special is the way to go, it has EVERYTHING, kalua pork, suasage, ham, pepperoni, green onion, and the fresh tomatoes really add a splash when you take a bite. THe white pizza is aso great for cleaning your pallet. The cheese balls are ok, kinda bland, i don't know what the hype is all about with those, maybe if they came free.
(5)Marisa O.
Three words. Garlic. Cheese. Balls. The pizza is good, and the sandwiches are delicious, but it's the garlic cheese balls that bring the crowds back wanting more. The pipeline (pizza or sandwich) or the pulled pork sandwich are highly recommended. But be forewarned. It is Local-style pizza. This does NOT mean "Hawaiian" canadian bacon and pineapple. It means not Italian. It means ingredients like pepperoni and olives, yes, but also green onions, chorizo, and things of that nature. Don't order any kind of standby White pizza or pepperoni. Go for it and do the pipeline or Sumo.
(4)Michelle M.
Wish they took credit cards, but this place is the best!
(5)Randy S.
As far as pizza places go this one is ok. I've had a lot of pizza thought out my life, and while I usually not a fan of deep dish pizza these guys were ok. I'll go back and check them out from time to time when I'm craving deep dish but I'm not going to make a day of it.
(3)Lydia R.
I went here for the first time today. Just the fact that they have vegan options is definitely a plus in my book. I've been craving the type of pizza I used to eat before I stopped eating animal products for a few weeks now. This place delivers just that. The crust is thick which is just the way I like it. I find that a lot of the "healthy" pizza places tend to have thinner crust and I've never been a fan of that. I had the vegetarian which was made vegan by substituting vegan cheese. I also had a vegan milkshake. It tasted just like a normal milkshake which I also hadn't had in a long time. The service was fine. I was a little surprised at the styrofoam plates since I was eating in. The overly local decor amused me.
(4)MR m.
When we got inside we were not greeted, by the rude cashier. The Cashier was a girl, she was very abrasive and rude. Waited 20mins for my 7in pizza or should I say for my burnt cardboard with cheese. The also treated it like it was cardboard when I finally got called for my order with complimentary attitude. The cashier just threw the pizza at me, then rushed back to the conversation she was having with the rest of the workers. Even though I had ordered earlier than most people I noticed that i was served last. This was my first time eating here. If you like eating cardboard with cheese served with a side of attitude then eat here.
(1)Jen H.
I really love this place. May possibly be the best pizza I have ever had. For sure the best pizza on the island. Gets crowded so you might have to wait for a table. If your in a rush call your order in early.
(5)Sid S.
Hot, fresh pizza with all kinds of toppings is a sure winner The biggest downsides of this place are the location is a bit out of the way, and there's always a line. If you call ahead though and are just swinging by to pick up, it's no problem - plenty of stalls and quick service. They have all kinds of awesome specialty pizzas that are well made, and my friend jokes that he often sees a lot of larger people in line. I haven't made any comparisons to be sure, but I wouldn't be surprised - if you like hot, good tasting pizza, and want to try something different, with some unique toppings, you'll really love Big Kahunas. Just be prepared for a bit of a drive out. There are also some outdoor seats and umbrellas to the left of the building if you feel like eating outside.
(5)Andrew F.
Have to try the world famous garlic cheese balls a little busy and small but worth the food. I wished I would have found this place sooner some of the best pizza I have had in awhile. I highly recommend this place to people that love food. Seating is limited though but worth fighting for a seat or order take out.
(4)Christian G.
Absolute favorite pizza place on the island; why is that? Their pizzas are not thin crust and pack tons of flavor. The cheese balls are just as delicious. Always order ahead of time to either dine in or take out. Pizzas have always been hot and made as requested. No yet disappointed; in my experience people tend to compare them to J.J. Dolans but in my opinion its not even a close comparison.
(4)Pat D.
Fabulous super loaded pizza and cheese balls to die for. Was going to take a picture but ate the cheese balls too quickly. Ordered the vegetarian with pepperoni. Fun atmosphere.
(5)Michu K.
I love Big Kahuna's. Their pizza is super delicious.. so delicious, i haven't tried any of their sub-options.. i just can not stray away from the pizza.. They allow you to create your own- which i do with tomatoes, basil and cheese.. and the hubs always gets Da Sumo.. It helps to call ahead your order- especially if you're picking up.. but also if you're going to be dining in- unless you want to wait the 20 minutes or so.. if you're waiting for pick up- there's a starbucks at the other end of the plaza.. :D anyways- i love. don't forget -- it's cash only and show military ID for discount!
(5)Jarod H.
Five stars. For me, just to have pizza is just heaven! Sumo is ono & full of flavor. The white pizza was okay. Now, the Mexican pizza...that's a winner! The cheese balls are good (but you gotta eat it hot), only thing, something was missing from the cheese balls in flavor. Wonder if some marinara sauce would kick it up a notch? But, all in all, pizza is ono.
(5)Paul B.
Its a small joint that's had out of the way but has great food. Nice atmosphere and the employees were all very friendly. Ordered the garlic cheese balls and a small cheese pizza and they were amazing. My girlfriend and I will definitely be making this a regular stop.
(5)Jillian P.
ATMOSPHERE: It's a tiny kind of tight little restaurant that has a very mom and pop feel. The counter that you order from is one that looks like a tiki bar. LOL. So it matches with their name, I suppose. :) SERVICE: I've only actually been in the restaurant once, and it's not like they really "service" you. But when I did go in that one time, the service was okay. Nothing grand. The boy who took my order was nice, but not overly nice. I think he was kind of stressed out. So, I'll leave you to your own conclusions. :) FOOD: Thus far, I've got nothing bad to say! The first time I ate there, I got their Killer Kalua Pork Sammie and OMG! That things is a dozerrrrr. It's so huge! It's like a sub sandwich, and half of the sub sandwich is so big, it's like the size of a normal sandwich. NO LIE. Taste wise, the sandwich was very ono. I mean, after all, you can't go wrong with kalua pork! That stuff is already tasty enough on its own. :) We just ordered from there this past week (take out), and I got their BBQ chicken, personal sized pizza. VERY good. I think that if it wasn't like a deep dish pizza, then I might've liked it a little more. BUT, don't get me wrong. It was still very tasty and filling. :) OVERALL: I would most definitely recommend this place, but am giving you a warning that you shouldn't stop in here if you're on a time limit. Both times that I've eaten here, the order took a long time to come out. The second time my coworkers and I ordered a total of three pizzas and three sandwiches, as well as two orders of their cheese balls (which my coworkers say is SUPER TASTY). We sent/faxed in our order right before 10:00. And when I called at 10:15 to confirm our order, the guy asked me if we could have our pick up time be at 11:45 instead of the requested 11:30... Other than the wait, food is WORTH IT.
(4)Brandy W.
The 2 most important pieces of information about big kahuna's: CASH ONLY. be prepared or expect to pay the ATM fee There are like 4 tables. Carry out! Call Ahead! This is pretty much the only place on the island serving deep dish pizza. They do it well! I've tried their portuguese sausage pizza, their sumo special, and their regular pepperoni pizza. They come in personal or medium size. As it is deep dish, this is customary to have a standard size. It does not EXACTLY qualify as deep dish. I usually consider deep dish to be so heaping that I cannot eat this without a fork and knife. This is definitely mouth chomping-possible. Besides having nowhere to stand, the other reason to call ahead is Garlic Balls! I'm serious. Screw your diet and eat these monstrous oily garlic pieces of heaven. They melt in your mouth and ruin all chances of a kiss goodnight with your date. They do run out though, so CALL AHEAD. Located off of nimitz by the freeway next to the blimpie and L&L, this is definitely on our speed dial for quality fattening pizza.
(4)Lyn C.
I always make it a point to go to Big Kahuana's whenever I'm in town for work. The last time I visited was three years ago. The pizza and cheeseballs always hit the spot......when they remember to actually give you your food. I went tonight. No line when I walked in at 8:15pm. I waited 40 minutes for my food. I checked the food in the car and I could tell it had been sitting out for a while. I had a 15 minute ride back to my lodging, and it looked even worse when I was ready to eat it. They must've changed the recipe over the years. Because the pizza was almost tasteless and the cheeseballs, not-so-legendary. I understand the laidback, island kind of way. But, sheesh, people gotta eat. Great food, but expect to wait a LONG TIME for your food. And don't go in their starving. You'll die waiting for it. And plan on reheating your food in the oven as soon as you get home. You let me down, Big Kahuna's.
(3)Lei N.
It's dinner time and I'm always hungry. One question I shouldn't be asked, "Where do you want to eat?" Honestly I don't know unless I was craving something particular. This place came up and there we are. Not knowing where to go at first but after going the right direction we're there. Of course I was confused. I wasn't sure if we ordered at the counter before being seated or the other way around. We went to the counter and ordered. I don't like much on my pizza so we ordered half half. My side was only mushroom; his a whole lot of things. ( instagram.com/p/dbCl6Nnt… ) When it came to paying we weren't sure if it was per topping but after adding a large drink it came to be $25. They round down, fyi. There were many seats to choose from but I liked the area with the beach in the background. There are stands on the table to place your pizza. Awesome. When our pizza came, I was disappointed in the amount of mushrooms i had. I wanted more! Fresh from the oven, it was a bit better than okay. Didn't like the crust because it was burnt. No oils on it like most pizzas.
(3)Sean T.
Great place for Pizza, Sandwiches, & Desserts all for an affordable price especially if your here on a budget. Great staff, but the only downer is the small location.
(4)C N T T.
Went there a few days ago. Ordered pastrami sandwich. Super delish!!! Will definitely go back again for sub sandwiches. However it took 15 minutes; be sure you have the time to wait, but worth it.
(4)Tiffany W.
What to tell you? How hearty the food felt? How big everything was? The awesome pairings of ingredients? No. No, I think I'll tell you how content and complete I felt after an enjoyable meal here. There wasn't much room for dine ins, but they did have a few tables and chairs, which were pleasantly clean for a pizza joint. I really appreciated that the sweet girl who took our order didn't just let us know our food was ready, she brought it to us; two personal pizzas and garlic cheese balls. Maybe it says something about the decline in service when something so simple makes such a difference, I don't know, all I know is that I was left with a good impression and because of that will be back. I urge you all to try some of their more... interesting options. They make it work. Big time.
(4)Derek A.
I was visiting Hawaii back in March and wanted to try this place based on recommendations from others and because kalua pork is a topping. Where else can you get that as a topping right?! Anyway, my friend and my cousin were really hungry after spending time at Kailua beach and its on the other side of the island from this place! So off we went. If you've been here the first thing you'll probably notice is how small the place is. I would say its about the size of a normal fast-food joint and I guess most of their customers get their orders to go. The cashier also made the visit more pleasant. She was a young girl around my groups age (23-27ish) and was conversational with us as if she has known us from somewhere. I don't know about you but being able to talk to employees about anything other than them doing their job is always a plus. I ordered the sumo pizza which basically has almost everything on it (most notably the kalua pig) and a side of the garlic cheeseballs. I must say that everything hit the spot really well. I'm not hard to please when it comes to pizza but the combination of the toppings all went together really well. Although, I may try one with just kalua pig on it next time to see if it really stands out on its own. My only complaints about this place is that it is cash only and its small dining room.
(4)Lee V.
I've been coming to da Big Kahuna since 1996 and have never been disappointed in the food. That being said, I'm a bit of a creature of habit here. In the beginning I had several of their pizzas but have settled on the Sumo. With this pizza I can satisfy all my local food cravings in one dish. When it comes to sandwiches, the Kalua pig sandwich is king! The pork is flavorful and not too salty (as it frequently is elsewhere on island) and the bread is something to write home about! Fluffy, lightly sweet and perfectly textured. This is my go-to when I have to fly off island and need some ono make-the-other-airplane-passengers-jealous grinds. And finally, there are the balls. Their garlic cheese balls are glittering golden globes of garlicky goodness guaranteed to satisfy! Even if you're not too hungry, order some small balls to satisfy your inner bread monster (It will thank you as soon as you take your first bite). Also, if you are military, flash your ID for a discount!
(5)Jason T.
Oh man dis place is a winna. I first went here with my friends in the air force and they told me if its your first time there you can get some free garlic cheese balls. I did this about five times. 10 pounds later i stopped. I ordered the Kanaka pizza which is made with Kalua pork. Oh man is it one of the best pizza in Hawaii. The pizza is fresh and hot. With the kalua pork and onions it made a great combo. This should be called the Hawaiian Pizza. Not no stupid ham and pineapple. This is wat all retailers should sell. The garlic cheese ball are balls dipped in garlic oil and drenched in cheese. This thing is not for the weak at heart cause it can cause permanent damage. Don't forget if its your first time then you can get it free. Make sure you take some aspirin cause you will be hurting after this. GO NOW!!! KANAK ATTACK!!!!
(5)Steph v.
I used to work by this place and it truly is a diamond in the ruff! My BF brought me lunch from here and my assistant and I were pleasantly surprised! The location is a little off the beaten path, by the airport and industrial land but BUSY! Now as I've stated in my JJ Dolans review I like thin crust, hold its own when lifted pizza. This is not that, more deep dish and doughy not my favorite but good flavor. We tried "The White" and "Da Summo Special". the white was believe it or not too cheesy! But still good Flavor. So my 4 star review is really for their subs! So delicious, they can turn any of the pizza's into a sub. Great bread! I know a thin or two about bread and I loved it. We had a California club and chicken something something whatever! Both great! For lunch the other day, 2 personal pizza's small order cheese balls and 2 drinks...$20 bucks, I say not bad and worth the trek to the airport.
(4)Michael T.
I used to eat at Big Kahuna in its shack when I used to live in Honolulu. The new location is close to the airport in a strip mall on Paiea St. It doesn't have the same ambiance as the former location, but the food is still just as good. My favorites are the garlic cheese balls and the kanaka pizza, which is topped with shredded kalua pork, Hawaiian barbecue sauce and green onions. A lunchtime winner is the killer kalua pork sandwich - ridiculously huge and delicious. Get there early because they close the restaurant when all the food is gone. Also, there isn't much seating in the place.
(3)kristen n.
Oh, how I wanted to love you. You looked so perfect, with cheese right up to the edge and slightly burnt, generous toppings and cheese. But, alas it was sort of bland. The sauce was simply overwhelmed by the cheese and toppings, and it was oddly sweet. Even with a pack half of spicy pepper flakes and two packs of parmasean on a 7" no less, I just could not really savor the pizza. Granted the crust is great, and for a pan pizza it really blows pizza hit out of the water. Still it was just a three for me flavor wise. What really killed the expense was the wait. Granted I figured it would take thirty minutes as it was kind of busy. So, I wasn't surprised when the waitress quoted me 25 to 30 minute wait. Yet, when the pizza finally arrived almost 45 minutes had passed! Now the diffence between 30 and 45 doesn't sound big, but 45 is 150% longer than the quoted maximum! Still, when the pizza came my mouth was watering and I was famished. I thought I'd love it, and I oh so wanted to but no. Sorry big kahuna but the search for a great pizza in Hawaii continues.
(2)A B.
Service sucks!!! I had a small order and it took forever, waited about 45mins but it seems like it was forever! If I knew the service was gonna be that long, I would have passed. Thank god I don't go there often. I walked out as an unhappy camper! Btw, after waiting soooo long for my order, you would have thought they would offer some sample shakes, but I guess I'm not white enough!!!!!!
(2)Jessica C.
It takes a lot to dethrone a post-flight trip to Byron's Drive-Inn but my first trip to Big Kahuna Pizza did it for me and us. We typically get our FastBreak Budget Rent-a-Cobalt and hit up Byron's but our dear friend told us about Big Kahuna Pizza. I'm not going to share the inside service secret, ping me if you want to find out, but this is a great place to grub right after a long flight from the mainland. Get the Da Sumo Pizza and the Garlic Cheese Balls. This is a solid snack for a group of 3 girls. My cousin best summarized what a Da Sumo Pizza is: "It's as if a deep dish pizza had sex with a Round Table King Arthur's Supreme and had a a baby - that would be the Da Sumo." Well she's pretty much on the money! The hot, cheesey, garlicky, soft balls are out of control and the pizza is fingerlicking good. Sidenote: if you feel your soulmate is destined to be a serviceman/woman, come here - you'll find a ton on lunch break. Also, space is small so be patient or get it to go.
(5)Kevin N.
Some things worth having are worth waiting for. Best pizza in town in my opinion. Gonna have to wait a bit however.
(5)Marcus S.
I have been going to this place since they were in the old, hot, dark shack near Bank of Hawaii in the Mapunapuna area. Now that they have relocated and have become very very very busy, did I mention they were busy? It seems that they lost that something that made them so good in the first place. I noticed they would rather take orders on the phone first rather than helping those standing in front of them with cash in hand waiting to spend it. It feels like we weren't important. I guess they figure since your inside that they already have you. The wait was a little long. 45 minutes for a small pizza and order of garlic balls. I remember when the garlic cheese balls were just that...garlicky and very cheesy. Now it seems like they just cook the bread, pour some garlic butter on top and top it with cheese. The cheese wasn't even fully melted and they just tasted boring. It just felt that they lost that connection they had with the customers. Maybe it was just a busy Tuesday evening...NOT!! I will leave you with this. They do have killer pizzas but that alone does not make them a 4 or 5 star.
(2)Alex H.
I really like food but the service was terrible. I ordered two small pizza's for me and my brother and sat down. 30 mins later I noticed everyone that ordered after us had already received and some had finished their meals... My brother was almost late for his plane because we had to wait so long for our food. I'll go again but not unless I have alot of time to wait around
(2)Michael B.
Service was fast and we quckly figured we should have gone to JJ Dolans. Bready, bready, bready. the cheese balls were given as a gift and it is just the same dough with cheese and garlic. Again, bready . . . . Head to JJ Dolans
(2)Craig C.
Great personal pizzas always fresh and tasty...... The kalua pig sandwich is a winner .......: )
(4)Brian F.
Good pizza's and sandwiches, but the MUST HAVE is the garlic cheese balls!! These things are soft, buttery and yes garlicky!!
(4)Clement Y.
Garlic Balls!!!!! And pizza. You really can't eat here without getting the garlic cheese balls its a must. I love all of their different kinds of pizzas anything you choose will be good. I just wish the pizza's were bigger so i could have more to eat since i'm such a pig. Just watch the lunch rush and you should be okay.
(5)Robert H.
GARLIC CHEESE BALLS!!!!!!! The pizza is really good. My wife likes the sandwiches and the garlic cheese balls are amazing! Everyone should definitely try this place out! On a side note, I had ordered a 12in pizza and two orders of the cheese balls. When my order was ready, the lady screamed "Who has the 12 inch and two balls?!" I was going to reply with a funny comment but all I could do was laugh hysterically and raise my hand. Good food though, I recommend it.
(4)Darci N.
After writing my previous reviews, the owner herself messaged me to apologize for the service delay and ensured my future satisfaction. For an owner to take the time to write to a disappointed customer and to even read my concern deserves a 5-star! They appreciate their customers business and I will continue to dine their regardless if the owner wrote or not but just because the food is that good and Big Kahuna's are working on the peak times coordination. A++++ Big Kahuna!
(5)Kara H.
Pepperoni pizza was delicious and prices were very reasonable
(5)Au N.
Garlic cheese balls!! Can't wait to go back and get my hands on more of these. The sandwiches are chock full of meat and the pizza is delicious. Next time I visit, I'm bringing an order or 2 of the garlic cheese balls back on the plane with me.
(5)Oly C.
Excellent Pizza. Few inside and outside seating. Eating inside can get very hot because of ovens and small dining space. You have to get DA SUMO Pizza, it's DA BOMB! Lunch time is hectic and pizza can take up to half n hour to cook but service is quick and friendly for the most part.
(4)Lisa R.
Better than mainland. Garlic balls!!!
(5)Angry K.
GARLIC. CHEESE. BALLS. Eat them. Get them. Love them. Be fat, but love them! I drag EVERYONE here for garlic cheese balls, or get them to go! Yes yes yes! :9 Sandwiches and pizza are excellent too! Try the white pizza... mmmm. So good. Very happy they moved to a place with better parking!
(5)Geoffrey K.
Ooh yea... If you have never been to this spectacular place you gotta try it... the burgers or pizzas are great... The place is a little small though so you may not have any place to sit... Also it usually takes about 20 minutes to get your food, which can be long but its well worth the wait... All in all this place is delicious, I recommend the Killer Kalua Pork Sandwich or the Sumo Pizza...
(4)Hanna M.
Have tried to go there a few times but every time the line is so damn long that even when I try to wait, it's just too long. They need to do something about this because it's very frustrating!!
(1)Amanda S.
The food is pretty good but somewhat expensive for what you get. Also, you have to wait a really long time for your order. Though, the cheesy garlic balls are really good.
(3)Jimmy Y.
Great Hawaiian hole-in-the-wall place.
(5)Shaun C.
The only reason to come here is for the sumo pizza. Other than that, they are just as good as other similar types of pizzas joints. So get the SUMO!
(4)Tanny Y.
Wow, they take forever!!! they only accept cash, but man the wait was like forever. We ordered the BBQ pizza, garlic cheese balls, and the Jamaican jerk chicken. The BBQ pizza was good, it was a bit dry for my liking. The garlic cheese balls was really good. It was moist, soft, and flavored with garlic!! YUM!! I miss it already!! the sandwich was huge, it was mildly flavored. It got boring after the third bite. I would only go back for the cheese balls. YUP! $21 bucks for all of that.
(3)Peter C.
Plenty of parking, little seating, good pizza, great cheese & garlic balls, popular place. As with other popular lunch places, if you can, get there about 1/2 hour before noon. Had half of the barbecue chicken pizza and 1/2 of the sumo special. Both were good. I wasn't really blown away by the food, but I'd come back here sometime for lunch. Oh, and they don't accept credit/debit cards... ugh... had to spring for ATM fees a couple of doors down...
(3)Raul M.
This is my favorite pizza place on the island. Everything is fresh and full of flavor! The garlic cheese balls are awesome and our fave pizza's are da suma and da California club. Expect long lines on the weekend lunch times so be warned but is really worth it
(5)Leghorn M.
It's the best. I came home from the mainland and had to grab some Big Kahuna. The kamaka pizza's my favorite! Cash only (there's an ATM right next door). There's not much room to sit but you'll come back because the food is so good.
(5)Wilmar D.
I haven't been back to Hawaii since 1996, but one of the things that remains strong in my memories besides 1940's-built elementary schools, malls with monorails, and ginormous centipedes is garlic cheese rolls. I still miss you, amazing morsels of amazingness...
(5)Shantel V.
garlic. cheese. balls. there's really not much to say after that. the best ever! and im glad that no one has ever tried to duplicate these because it would be embarrassing. besides the garlic cheese balls, the pizza and the sandwiches are awesome also. i remember getting some bbq pork sandwich and it was HUUGE!! well worth it. definitley worth it.
(5)Imo C.
Best pizza on the island! Thier sumo special has just the right ingredients that are just a step above everyone else, kalua pig, Portuguese sausage, and fresh tomatoes just brighten the pizza up. The white pizza is nice and light and perfectly unique. The crust is also amazing, there is almost no edge crust to speak of, so no waiste and its nice, thick, and full of flavor. Its probably really close to the cheese balls!
(5)J P.
Pizza, garlic balls or Kalua sandwich, it is all good!
(5)Flix F.
They never have the famous wedding cake in stock. I don't know why they even list it on their menus. I've been there four times over two years and never did I get lucky enough to taste this thing.
(3)Tim C.
Best pizza on the island! The Sumo special has the perfect blend of perfect quality ingredients. You can taste every topping blend in harmony, iron chef style! Crust is thick and a hint if sweatness and not oily! When the pizza gets cold you can taste the toppings even more! The white pizza is the simple persons dream. Perfect cheese blend with fresh tomatoes that burst in your mouth and ricotta to give the soothing texture. Always hits the spot!
(5)Alfred G.
yummm... just the garlic cheeseballs alone have made me a returning customer for life!! oh yeah, the specialty pizzas aren't too shabby either. The sumo, big kahuna, kanaka pizzas are awesome. I'm always stuffed after eating there and in a dire need for a power nap which is a good indicator that Big Kahuna Pizza is the place to go!!!
(5)Cheryl K.
So if you are on a diet or working out to achieve that shapely fit bod, I probably do not recommend you swing by Big Kahuna Pizza. This is the type of place that you crave. I am a big pizza fan. In fact anything that is cooked with pounds of cheese makes me shiver with happiness. My favorite pizza to order here is the Shrimp Scampi Delight. You HAVE TO get the GARLIC CHEESE BALLS! Its a must! It is amazing even though it is drenched with oil and cheese. Amazing I tell you! I also heard the Killer Kalua Pork sandwich is fantastic. Actually pretty much all of the pizzas are great. Sometimes they get a little busy at lunch time and probably best bet is you call the order in about 45 minutes prior to picking it up. Anyways, their prices are pretty decent. If you are craving an awesome pizza, stop by Big Kahunas. Any don't forget their heavenly garlic cheese balls!
(5)Monica L.
This is my favorite pizza place because it has a local flare to it. Its not an ordinary pizza joint like Pizza hut or Boston's. Big Kahuna's has a lot of local-influenced pizzas. I like the SUMO pizza and Portugese pizza because they both have portugese sausage on it. If you haven't tried pizza with this topping, please go (you'll thank me later)!! The garlic cheese balls are good too...you can't eat just one! It is kinda pricey but worth it to try it once in your life =) If you have a lot of friends, you can order 1 medium pizza and buy the 2nd for half off. (With that being said, you would probably spend $30 for 2 decent sized pizzas.. take a look at the pictures, someone posted a pic of their menu) They're located in a small shopping center near the airport, a few stores over from Starbucks. Tip: If you know what you want, you can also phone ahead and place an order so you don't have to wait. P.S. I used to go to the old location on Puuloa Rd, so this place is kinda nostalgic for me. They're really nice and I think they let you have free refills if you're eatting there.
(5)Stacy B.
Think we just found our new neighborhood pizza joint! Great service...we got free garlic cheese balls and brownies because it was our first visit. Thick crust, but still crunchy on the bottom, not soggy or doughy at all. Great milkshakes that are very generously sized. The only reasons it didn't get 5 stars was that the sauce was a bit sweet for me...kids and Hubby loved it though. The inside dining is a crowded...some outside tables may be nice, but overall, a great little pizza place!
(4)Ashley M.
First time here did a take out order.. Told me it will be ready at 12:15 came at 12:25.. Told me they threw it back in the oven cause it was cold already.. It's 12:55 and im still waiting for my food.. Had to ask how much longer I have to wait and then she brought it out.. I don't know if they just didn't make my order or what? I don't know why they have phone order when u have to wait 30 min when u pick it up
(1)Melissa H.
Garlic cheeseballs are awesome. I can't wait to return to try the pizza! I've never been a huge fan of black olives and certainly never paired them with shrimp, but on a sandwich from Big Kahuna, it was a great combination! The sandwich bread was substantial. Everyone around us had pizzas of all sizes that looked heavenly. I'll definitely be back!
(5)Jon S.
Great pizza! Wish they had one in LA.
(5)Matt C.
Broke da face! Pizza was awesome. Had several different pizzas to choose from which I love. Staff was great...real cool environment. I would recommend Big Kahuna's to anyone.
(5)Macey W.
Came here with my dad to grab some lunch/dinner. Take out. Pros: Pizza has good flavor with a ton of toppings, def worth the money. buy one pizza get a deal on the second pizza. The garlic cheese balls were pretty good too, although I agree with most people who think that they're too oily. I like that they have a few selections for vegetarians. The girl that helped us was pretty friendly I guess. I like that the pizza is kinda deep dish style, with almost no crust. Toppings to the edge, how could you go wrong!? Cons: The particular pizza I ordered (spinach tomato and garlic) had no sauce on it. I don't know if someone in the kitchen just forgot or if that's how it's supposed to be.. but I thought it was really weird. The pizza would have tasted way better with some red sauce for sure. Even our other pizza (meat lovers) had VERY LITTLE sauce on it. So much so that I had to really examine it to see if there even was any. It seemed like we waited for an eternity. I heard the same girl that helped us ask a tourist family behind us if they'd ever been there and since they hadn't she gave them a free order of cheese balls. Thanks a lot. It was my first time there too, but you didn't ask me and I paid the extra 7-8 bucks for an order of those things. Last con, the girl that handed off our order wasn't very nice. When a customer is leaving and thanks you, here's a hint. You should thank them back, not reply with "YUP" and promptly return to your conversation. Although it did leave me with a sour taste in my mouth, I'd probably still go back because the pizza was delish, unfortunately, the service averaged out to ok which is why I gave it three stars instead of four. *edit* I'm giving them an extra star because someone actually took the time to read respond to my review, which lets me know that someone gives a crap about their business. THAT goes a long way in these days. Will I be back? Hell yes.
(4)Mojojojo Y.
best pizza on the island! love the sumo special and their thick crust!
(5)Sparkles S.
I have a few favorites here....the kanaka, but sub round onion instead of green onion. The tomato-spinach-garlic is good, as well as their shrimp scampi pizza. Garlic cheese balls are great with some dipping sauce. As for their dessert, what a disappointment. I ordered da kokoleka. All it is is chocolate pudding on top of bitter/burnt shortbread that costs over $5. Boo. I say eat there for dinner and venture out somewhere else for dessert.
(4)Leah M.
ridiculously good...even after coming in with high expectations...(words I use sparingly)... ordered: garlic cheese balls....and I forget what the pizza was called (kalua pizza I'm guessing from other reviews)...but it had kalua pork and bbq sauce...
(5)Brandon A.
The personal pan pepperoni pizza was good, a little burnt on the crust, but still very edible. I mainly come here for the excellent garlic cheese balls. VERY VERY good garlic cheese balls!!!
(5)Melanie C.
Garlic cheese balls is to die for!
(5)Anita L.
Okay, since I'm definitely NOT a fan of thick crusted pizza, the pizza here really didn't do it for me. It was about 40% crust and 10% topping. I ate around the pizza where the cheese had charred and then just scraped the topping off. The crust was this bready texture, not the crusty New York style pizzas that I love. But if you like the thick thick bready type pizza then you'll like this place for sure.
(2)Ellen Mae V.
Actual rating: 3.5. I've passed this place numerous times and like many the location and name looks gives the impression that it's a tourist trap. Fortunately, BK came highly recommended by a number of local friends so when my bf and I picked up his brother from the airport we decided to give this place a shot. Small, cozy, very tiki-deco which doesn't bother me b/c we're not in Waikiki. Ordered the cheese balls and got them on the house. They were ok; rather greesy and dough-y (is that a word) and might have gone well with some marinara. My vegetarian pizza (it was Lent/Fri) was tasty and was complimented by a buttery crust. My boyfriend and his brother ordered a 12" 1/2 Texan and 1/2 BLT. Unfortunately, they messed up the order but were very courteous about it that they compensated with a refund. Both pizza's were good and hit the spot, but personally I found everything to be greasier than I like. I also like when my crust is crisp on the bottom/edge and soft on the inside. This crust was just soft all around. Overall I like the local ambiance and their pizza was tasty, definitely beats Papa Johns or Dominos but I probably won't be back.
(3)Sumil T.
Went there around Valentine's Day early afternoon, cause I had a meeting near the airport. I had a personal pan Pake and a Chocolate and Caramel shake. Pizza was only ok. Nice and thick, but lacked flavor. The shake was very nice. Thick and sweet, even had a little pink sugar on top for Valentine's Day. Staff was nice and friendly, very local style joint. The pizza earns three stars, but I am making it four because of the shake and nice staff.
(4)tina t.
Listen to the reviews and get the kalua pig pizza... We went here for lunch today, not expecting to spend $20 on a 12 inch pizza but had read all good reviews and decided to give it a shot. We ordered the meat lovers and "the white" pizza. meat lovers was pretty good, I would suggest just getting the kalua pig pizza cause that's the only meat that seperates this from pizza hut and you couldn't even taste it with the small amount put on. The white pizza was.. well white... boring.. not much to talk about. It tasted like rosemary, which I love but you couldn't taste any of the other flavors. We also had the garlic cheese balls, they were good but I don't get all of the hype over them. Baked dough topped with cheese and melted butter and a small amount of garlic. oh well, the food wasn't bad but with the cost of the pizza and all of the stellar reviews we expected fireworks but got sparklers! If we go back, we're going to try the sandwiches:)
(3)Mark O.
CHeese Balls for days!!
(5)Albert F.
I've never actually been to the place, but eaten take out tons of times. Yeah the pizza and the garlic cheese balls are great, but have you tried the killer kalua pig burger?
(5)Mele M.
I love Big Kahuna Pizza. It's close to my work so that's a great plus - however it takes about 20 minutes to get your order made so if you are on a lunch break it would be wise to make a phone order. Then by the time you get there (20 or so minutes later) you won't have to wait long. I love the Pipeline Sandwich - and here's why - it's like a big, tasty pizza with 4 slices. I just dissect the sandwich and end up with 4 "pieces" of pizza. I usually eat 2 slices for lunch one day, and 2 slices the next day! Yum! Oh, but one word of caution - the address listed for Big Kahuna's (above) isn't the current address. They are now located at the Airport Trade Center on 550 Paiea St
(4)Jarrett H.
This is a great place for pizza in Hawaii. I always wanted to go to the new place near the airport but just haven't had the time until now. I've been to the old location in Mapunapuna and there is no change to the quality in this new place. The atmosphere is better in the new place near the airport. Its cleaner and neater than the grass shack of a place before. I ordered a Sumo and the Shrimp Scampi pizza. Both did not disappoint. The Sumo was loaded with toppings. It had every type of meat available with a good amount of veggies. There was just the right amount of sauce to not overpower the pizza. Crust was very good. The crust was crisp and buttery and the edge reminded me of almost a thin crust texture. It is a true Chicago style pie unlike the cheap places which is mostly bread. The Scampi was very good. Large pieces of shrimp, right blend of cheese, butter and garlic. Everything was balanced. My only complaint was that there were only two piece shrimp on each slice but this us understandable with the price of seafood in Hawaii. The price was very good.If your looking for a cheap $5 pizza you will not find it here but you will get quality and quality for your money. I would suggest bringing friends because it is half off the second pizza. I definitely recommend this place.
(4)Aaron M.
Located in the most industrial of area of Mapunapuna, this little shack of a restraunt serves great deep dish (not Chicago style mind you) pizza. With specialty toppings like kalua pork and portuguese sausage, as well as the classics, Big Kahuna's pizzas give you a unique taste of the islands in italian form. They also serve huge sandwiches that'll most likely leave you with left-overs for a couple of days. If you like butter, garlic, and five kinds of cheeses, the garlic bread balls are recomended. Unlike other places I've had such an item, the bread never seems to get soggy! Also for desert, try the Moimoi. Moimoi in Hawaiian means sleep, and that's exactly what you'll be doing after eating this filling tropical fruit tart dessert. Best hole in the wall pizza place in Hawaii hands down. Update: They moved nearer to the airport. Still delicious as always.
(5)Monte R.
I'll give this place 4 stars! Pizza crust is great, sauce is a little sweet. Must order the sumo pizza and the "howlee" aka Hawaiian pizza. And try the garlic balls with cheese if you know little ceasars its like crazy bread with melted cheese on top! Another thing I liked was the owner was randomly handing out samples of their milkshake. The vanilla was awesome! Good place only thing is its located by the airport.
(4)Nai G.
This was the first place we ate at when we moved to Oahu. Its right by the airport. The garlic balls are off the hook. The pizza & porksandwich was pretty good too. i had a kona shake there that was ok. I wouldn't stay to eat because its so small but its a nice carry out spot.
(4)Jennifer C.
I've been here twice and I love their garlic balls! I usually get the kalua pig pizza, cause it's sooooooo ono! :]
(4)Chuck J.
This place is great. The pizza is good. And the toppings are piled on and tasty. I recommend this place to anyone who wants good pizza.
(5)Jesse C.
They were out of personal pans. Which was fine because I was hungry. But that still doesn't answer the question. Aren't personal pans and 12" still made out of the same dough? Is this a gimmick to up sell me?
(3)Jon M.
Not much i can say about Kahunas, no matter what you eat it's all good from the cheese balls to the sandwiches and pizza. They're all awesome.
(5)M'Lisa M.
Though pizza and cheese balls were excellent their attitude left a bad taste in my mouth. Not one of the employees greeted the customers as we came in. My server didn't really want to help me and assumed that because I'm female she didn't need to ask me if I'm military. Yet when a male customer came in she automatically asked him. Kudos for the military discount, but all customers should be given the opportunity to prove this. Also a negative for me is seeing a dead cockroach mashed onto the floor. I'm sure that sooner or later I will have to have those awesome garlic cheese balls again, but may not give in to the craving because of this visit. For a first visit, I have to say it sucked even though the food was excellent........
(2)Jenn P.
I ordered the BBQ Kalua pig sandwich and it was delicious! It came on the softest freshest round roll - filled the entire basket! Was so huge I could barely finish half... Wish I had a picture. Cute little restaurant in a random area. I loved the decor.
(5)David D.
The cheese balls were baked fresh and was good BUT the premier Kalua pork bbq sandwich was disappointing. The pork came out cold like it was sitting in the back for half an hour and the bread was definitely not fresh. I used to eat here at the previous location on Puuloa road and the sandwich was served hot and awesome! Please don't serve another cold pork sandwich to a customer. I may come back to try again and hope it changes or else I'll stick with the McRib sandwich at McDonalds.
(2)Matt D.
First time on Oahu so my girlfriend and I -had- to try this place. I have to mimic the sentiments on other reviews...freakin' awesome pizza, and I actually have a leftover slice in my fridge that I'm looking forward to eating once we get back from going out. We got garlic cheese balls as well, good stuff :)
(4)Miss Rza M.
We enjoyed it. Sure enough, they do give you an order of garlic cheese balls if it's your first time! They were pretty yummy too. We ordered 10" pizzas. I got the white pizza which was okay. Lacking in herb quantity to truly make it amazing. The hubby got a meat lovers version which tasted good but was very greasy. The crusts were okay too. I'd stop by again if I was close to the airport but I don't think I'd go too far out of my way.
(3)Gene R.
Good food, not sure if you would call it deep dish pizza or not, but the bar-b-que chicken pizza is worth stopping by for.
(3)j j.
Unique and delicious. We have eaten pizza on the Mainland, in Europe an various places in the islands. Big Kahuna's is not a chain. Their pizza is made fres and served hot. It is small, intimate with a cheerful, attentive wait staff. Give it a try.
(5)Scott K.
Great cheese balls!!!! Other food was great but it did take a while for the food to come.... Overall great place that I will come back to as much as I can.
(4)Carissa U.
So I only heard about this place because of my ex and his family. It was a tiny shack looking of a place on Puuloa. Apparently this place moved to the plaza by the airport. Although I liked the other location just because it seemed more of a local secret, this place is known for their ho ono' garlic cheese balls. I'm a fan of the pipeline sandwich (I put one meat, mushrooms, and olives). I always pick up at least once before I leave for the mainland. People on planes get plenty jealous. Good stuff.
(5)Michael E.
Delicious pizza, amazing cheese balls.
(4)Ethel-Lynn Q.
I still love this restaurant everytime I go back to the islands. Back in the dayz before I became vegetarian, I love, love this place (just down the street from my house). If you're ever visiting Honolulu, check this place out. Try the Kalua Pig Pizzz/ Sumo Special. I promise that you'll love it (if you're a meat eater). I'm sure when I go back this summer, there's more options for me=)
(5)Gina K.
Great pizzas! May seem a bit small but they are loaded with toppings, especially the Sumo! The cheese balls are to die for (they probably would kill ya if you ate them daily). I even like their desserts! Nom, nom. nom! Am ordering right now!
(4)Alex M.
Big Kahuna's Cheese balls = Amazeballs. Very friendly atmosphere, the staff and owner make you feel like you're one of the family even when you're a visitor as far away as DC. Isn't that what Hawaii's all about? Ohana =) The pizza is delicious! So much variety that there's something for everyone from the adventerous to the picky!
(5)Sunny D.
Let me prefice this by saying...my favorite pizza joint has been Boston Pizza. Also, I think Pizza Hut is too salty and greasy so I try not to go there if I can help it. So anyway, we were in the area and my dear hubs suggested this place since he has eaten here before. The place is very small, has about 6 tiny tables and also barstools but the ambiance is kinda cool, like "beachy". The workers are friendly and good service. We got comped a dish of cheeseballs, I think because the hubs rescued someones car keys, hehe. The cheeseballs were delish! I had to stop myself from eating more than two since I have a smallish appetite and wanted to save myself for my garlic, cheese and spinich pizza! Yum! the pizza was so good! This is a place I'd definitely go to again! I'll have to get the hubs to do a take out on his way home from work!
(5)Babette M.
Really yummy pizza. Only takes cash. Also, not on the menu, but you can order a grilled cheese if you have picky kids. Like me.
(4)Rebecca S.
I too was a huge fan of Big Kahunas when they were just a small, sweltering shack in the midst of warehouses. I still crave the Garlic Balls and their personal pizzas were probably the best that I ever had. Another yummy treat there was their sandwiches which were made with cabbage rather than lettuce. I never thought that would be good but they pulled it off. I did happen to be in Hawaii when they moved to the strip mall and noticed a fall in the quality of their product but I still think their pizzas were the best on the island.
(5)Brett M.
their cheeseballs are decent. way over-hyped. however, their pizza is the best on the island. i grew up in new england thus am a pizza snob; think boston's pizza times 5 and that's what i grew up on. the thing that is so great about kahuna's is that they're not trying to be any 'authentic' pizza spot. if anything, it's comparable to chicago style or classic americana, but the pizza is truly amazing. the kalua pig pizza comes loaded with pork, and the sandwich's are beast. remember, when going to a place like this.... walk in. introduce yourself. and say to the employee, "what is your favorite thing here?" you'll never lose.
(4)Cassie H.
My favorite pizza is 'da sumo' from Big Kahuna's. So far nothing else can compare. It's a thick crust pizza with all kinds of goodies topping it, including kalua pig and portuguese sausage. The crust is so good, the toppings are so good, everything is so good! I think they make it fresh to order because it takes quite a while to get the pizza after you order it. If you don't want to wait as long, you can probably call in your order beforehand. The restuarant itself is pretty small and there isn't that much seating. It's located in a strip mall near the airport. Go here and try the sumo!
(4)Tyson K.
I just ate here today. I had the samurai pizza. It consists of peperoni, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, sausages, chicken, and thats pretty much it. It was alright nothing special. But the girl who took my order was kinda goofy lol.....she kept on taking peoples orders and making comments about anything that was ontop of her mind. I even heard her saying, "i feel like im going to burp", she burped then laughed at her herself that was pretty strange lol......but ya shes overall cool different then most cashiers she just loves to talk and make jokes..hehe...well ya i will come back here to see this cashier and see wat else jokes she got!
(4)Mrs F.
Best pizza on the island! Soooooo ONO!!!!!!!! Friday ritual!
(5)Gerald A.
I'm so happy they finally moved from Mapunapuna. My wife used to work in the area and would always bring some home but once she moved jobs, the flow stopped. I just recently found out they moved near the airport and couldn't be happier! I'll usually get an order of garlic cheeseballs and a large sumo pizza to go and bring it home for the family, whilst eating a kalua pig pizza for lunch ;) It is a bit pricey if you're comparing it to Papa John's or Pizza Hut, but the quality is well worth the price. My only complaint is that there isn't enough seating, but one of the workers mentioned they were planning to get some tables and chairs to put outside in the walkway.
(4)Nat L.
THE GARLIC CHEESE BALLS!!!! If you want melt in your mouth garlic cheese balls this is the place. This is more then just a "pizza" place, their sandwhiches are so filling and everything is well priced. Over all service is quick and two thumbs up. Yeahhhhh Balls!
(5)Jennifer T.
White pizza is awesome, as well as the bread balls. I miss their old location, but it is still great.
(4)Ron R.
Big kahunas has great food!
(5)Dave H.
Without Liz having read Joshua C.'s review of this place, I dont think I would've ever found/known of this place. So, thank you yelp once again for lending a helping hand in finding these hidden gems. I'm not really a pizza type of person when I'm back in hawaii because there's so many great plate lunches to eat already and I get enough pizza on the mainland..especially around midterms and finals. But, I'm glad my gf talked me into going to get pizza! It is located in a shopping center off of nimitz, I live around the area and had am surprised this shopping center even existed because I've never seen it before! Trippy. Anyway, I tried the garlic cheese balls and the Kanaka pizza. Both very good! Both Doughy, cheesy, and topped with goodness! I dont think I liked the garlic cheese balls as much as everyone else on here because it felt like it was lacking something, perhaps a dipping sauce? But the pizza, that's what it hit the spot! It is definitely the better alternative to CPK, which i am glad to say because as a regular of cpk, im getting quite sick of their food, so its nice to have found something new! Anyway, yes, the waits can be quite long, but it is a pizza...cant be made as fast as burgers or premade like garlic chicken lol. So just chill out and wait for the food, its worth it and it really isnt that long of a wait.
(5)Michael Y.
Everytime i come home to visit, i have to stop by big kahuna pizza. the fake mainland hawaiian ham and pineapple pizzas just dont work for me. Make sure you leave room for garlic cheese balls cuz its the shizznits! Their pastrami sandwich is no doubt.....BIG! What is even better is when i came here once, i realized a high school friend works there! Great food, great service, great people!
(5)Tamara H.
Adorable, loved it!!! The crust is so buttery and delicious!! My husband loves (and raves to anyone who will listen) about the Strawberry shakes. Made with real strawberries and ice cream, not a mix, apparently he has become and expert. LOL! Anyway cute atmosphere and nice clean place, good slightly expensive pizza and good garlic cheese balls!
(5)Jou L.
After hearing about the cheese balls, I was excited to try it. It was a disappointment. They were soggy and the cheese tasted like the kind you squirt from a can. In addition, the wait was extremely long (30 minutes) for a personal sized pizza. The pizza was pretty good though.
(2)Brooke M.
Can it be true? They're not closed forever? I can really get garlic cheese balls again?! YES!
(5)Regan E.
The garlic cheese balls alone make me want to go back....and I live in Texas.
(4)Brandon B.
awesome place by the airport. was not expecting the pizza to be that good. but it was, and the service was good to. we were their a little before they closed up so it wasn't busy at all.
(4)Ann M.
Food is fantastic!!! Not good if you are watching your weight. But they are SOOOOOO SLOW. Expect about at *least* a 45 min wait. Even if you call in. Past 4 times we went, it took about as long if not longer. As you wait for your order...smelling the onolicious aromas, you can observe that they do not operate efficiently. But food is so delicious...that everyone puts up with this just to get their food.
(4)Erik S.
The noticable aspect of this establishment, right off the bat, was the friendly staff. The woman who took our order was really nice and comped us a half order of garlic rolls since a full batch wouldn't be ready for another 45 minutes. My wife and I each ordered a pizza. The garlic rolls were decent, but nothing to write home about. Same with the pizza. IT looked really good, and it had some good vegetables and meat, but there wasn't much flavor in the dough and the sauce. There aren't many choices for pizza on Oahu, so this may be as good as it gets, but I'm not real sure.
(4)Scott R. D.
Didn't want to wait for a pizza so I ordered a pork sandwich. The roll was really delicious, but the pork was very dry. I will go back for pizza, I've always heard good things about it.
(2)Rob B.
Slooooooooow...... But very good pie.
(2)Jesse W.
9/23/07: En route to HNL airport, my wife and I decided to stop at strip mall around the corner from the airport rental car return. It was a sunday afternoon, around 5pm and most of the seating was taken. They have numerous pizzas, available in two sizes (7" personal or 15" (I think)). When we arrived it turns out that they had 'run out' of the smaller pizza crust (I guess it is made elsewhere, we have to order the larger size in lieu of getting two personal pizzas. The lady was nice to charge us for two personal pizzas (its cheaper than one 15" pizza) and allowed us to split the toppings as needed. We were lucky to grab a table, most of the other patrons appeared to have some affiliation with the military. Pizza took forever to cook (again, pre-made crust, why did it take so long?), anyways we were first told that it would take 15 minutes, realistically, it probably took 25 minutes. The longer wait added to our stress of cutting it too close to make our flight. The table we grabbed wasn't cleaned by the wait staff, we piled someone else's leftovers up onto the side. Finally when it arrived, it was like others indicated, a very heavy, doughy crust - alittle too much for us since we are trying to cut our carb intake. Anyways, I basically ate the toppings off and threw away the crust. Alot of the other patrons ordered the sandwiches, almost a stuffed type sandwich. Each could easily feed two people, lots of bread and filling, will have to try on my next visit. A specialty item on the menu are garlic balls, saw others eating it, it looked really dough-y.
(2)Frederick W.
As always, if you don't like it, Aloha... Da Sumo is right up there with the best pizza I've ever had, it is the polar opposite of Boston's (which I also like) and the personal will do just fine for one person. I really miss the old location which could have fit perfectly into the scenery of "Fifty First Dates"
(5)Bob F.
First got a sandwich from here on a visit in 1998 and when I moved here in 2002, it was the first place I tried to find again. Sandwiches are big (two meals worth) and good, but I almost always get the pizza. I'm not into a lot of ingredients - a cheese pizza personal size is fine with me. Nice thick crust so I'm always full and the cheese is great. I also love the garlic cheeseballs. While they are best eaten hot, I've often taken them home and reheated in the microwave and still liked them. One reviewer mentioned the take-out register not being open. I've been there hundreds of times and don't ever recall seeing it closed. There may not be anyone actually standing at it if no one is in that line so I wonder if when the person went in, they just thought it was closed because no one was in that line? Drinks are one size and refills are free! Everyone has their own taste in Pizza, of course, but you really need to try this place on a visit. When I had family come in, we went many places to eat - only two did they want to go out of their way to eat at more than once and they went to Da Big Kahuna's at least three times.
(5)anna s.
I love this place for many reasons. The staff is always so friendly and accommodating, they even go so far as to play practical jokes on their customers. The food is all great. I personally love the sandwiches but my friends all swear by the pizza. The dough for the pizza crust and for the sandwich bread is made fresh daily and delicious even before they load it up with toppings. Of course the garlic cheese balls are everyone's favorites. They are just simply cheese, butter, garlic, and fresh bread. Now I've noticed in other reviews that some people find them "greasy". I've asked and there is no oil involved in the making of this heavenly appetizer....it's just delicious butter! If you are still not sure, I'm telling you to hurry up and go get some Big Kahuna's today!
(5)Ruth D.
love looooove their chocolate shake!!! when I was preggers with my daughter I would drive all the way from town just for their damn choco shake! oh yeah and their pizza is pretty good too. My husband likes their garlic cheese balls... it tastes ono when you get um fresh.. but wen it ste cold it taste nasty. (in other words eat it there. don't take em out). I personally like their veggie pizza.. the veggies are nice and crunchy!
(4)Emily J.
Fabulous! Cash only. Hubby had meat lovers personal pan pizza and I had BBQ chicken(pictured). We got the garlic rolls on the house! $20 dinner for 2 in Hawaii
(5)Hannah G.
Don't accept credit cards which is very inconvenient but the pizza was delicious! $17.80 for a 12 inch pepperoni is a little ridiculously priced. If you don't mind paying then it's a great choice because it was great pizza. There is VERY limited seating too.
(4)Toni F.
We got 2 different personal pan pizzas & both were completely burnt, the entire bottom & crust were black! We got one pepperoni & one white pizza & both tasted disgusting. Very disappointing when the place had such high reviews. My friend also got a hot sausage sandwich that she didn't like. They offer no salad on the menu & only accept cash. The only positive thing I can say about the place is that the garlic cheese balls were good. I would never go here again! Major disappointment!!
(1)Melissa M.
First place to eat in Hawaii and it was everything they told me about. They even threw in those great garlic balls for free bc it was our first time. Just ate the leftovers the other night and it was delicious all over again from home!!
(5)Peter C.
Great customer service - the evening staff was very attentive and went out of their way to ensure we had everything we wanted. Pair that with the good pizza and awesome garlic cheese balls - can't be beat!
(5)Mandy A.
Love, love, love the cheeseballs!!!!
(5)Eugenia W.
Back again because it's that good. LOVE the garlic cheese balls. And the buy one get one 1/2 off is perfect for this family of 5. Not to mention Military Discount. They will always get repeat business from us because on out first visit I didn't know about the mil discount. The young man at the register overheard us talking about it and without asking he brought me the money I would have gotten off. \m/
(5)Esteban W.
Gives new meaning to the term, "AMAZE-BALLS" The gooey-globes of garlic and cheese are, simply put: Amazeballs. Honestly though, that's the only thing I have ever eaten here. They take pizza dough, make balls out of it, cover it in garlic, cheese and more cheese, then bake it - you can't go wrong with these. AMAZE-BALLS.
(4)Robert C.
Call ahead ur pizza will be ready and waiting. Great service and delicious pies!
(4)Laura R.
Shakes are very overrated. Garlic balls pretty good. Pizza delicious. Atmosphere not for me. Next time I'll order to go
(3)Danny D.
Decided to follow everyone's advice and try Big kahuna pizza. I wasn't disappointed. First off if you are military they give a 10% discount. It is right by the airport so it is easy to find. I was just ordering for one so I did one of the 7" individual pizzas. I would say they are pretty similar in size to a Pizza Hut personal pan pizza. Enough for one person but definitely not for two. I chose to go with the paisano pizza, add jalapeños, easy on the sauce. The first thing I really liked about the pizza is they cook them "well done". It wasn't burned by any means just actually cooked unlike deep dish pizzas at a lot of major chain restaurants. The crust was crispy, the sauce was full of flavor, and the jalapeños packed a nice bite. The staff is super friendly. Just be advised that there is limited seating at the store.
(4)Cynthia C.
Great Kailua pork sandwich! It's huge & can feed two adults. Their pizza isn't bad either. Overall, it's a great place for pizza & family!
(5)Paul P.
Excellent food best pizza on island. A must stop on way to airport. Our family has been twice. The first time it was our birthday s and they gave us free cookies and the second time we were picking up food for a friend who was home alone with twins and they through hers in for free. This place is excellent. Extremely friendly service and great people. If you ever visit this is a must stop. I would give them 10 stars if I could
(5)Misty P.
Maybe this isn't my thing, but it's just my humble opinion. (Everyone has their own likes and dislikes.) The service is friendly and great. However, the pizza is not the style I like it to be. The crust is meh and too thick. There's just too much bread in there compared to toppings and sauce. The pizzas are made fresh and I give them credit for it but it takes a while to make so call ahead if you are in a rush. I got the Sumo pizza which has EVERYTHING you could possibly imagine on it...from Portuguese sausage, pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, olives, etc... There's just something missing from the pizza in terms of flavor. Maybe it's the sauce or crust but something just makes it seem plain - even after all those wonderful toppings.
(2)Esther C.
Located walking distance from the airport, we stumbled across this little gem after landing in Hawaii. It was quite easy to select Big Kahuna's out of the many restaurants in the plaza as the entrance was constantly filled with customers arriving and departing. Oh, did I mention their doors are covered with stickers like "People love us on Yelp"! Finding seats was a hassle as the restaurant is small and crowded, even on a Wednesday night. You have to keep an eye out for who is almost done with their meal &leaving soon so you can claim your chairs by standing close to the table. We ordered Da Sumo Special and the Kanaka Pizza. We also wanted to try the famous garlic cheese balls which we had to wait for 15 more minutes as they ran out of their famous item. The pizzas were loaded with toppings, cheese, and sauce. Each bite of the cal-zone type pizza was filled with flavorful meat, veggies, cheese, cheese, cheese, and more cheese. Finally the garlic cheese balls came - garlic, cheese, bread...what can go wrong? It was amazing- buttery, crispy, fresh-out-of-the-oven bread balls with stringy cheese that melts in your mouth. Do share with others since it is filling and heavy. Definitely made the right choice in eating our first meal in Hawaii here.
(4)Anastasia R.
I've had some amazing pizza across the United States. I had high hopes based on the reviews that this would bet my go to pizza spot. Unfortunately, I wasn't impressed. Let's start off with the good. This place is super close to my house. The pizza choices are creative but not over the top. The people who work there were friendly and helpful. They offer a military discount! The pizza sauce is delicious as well. On to the not so good. I ordered cheesy garlic balls, a pepperoni pizza, a meat lovers, a ghiradelli chocolate shake, and a caramel shake. The cheesy garli balls were tough and had barely any garlic, just Grady cheese barely clingy on. I don't care for the crust on their pizzas. I'm all about pan pizza but this crust was too dense. The meat lovers had pepperoni, sausage, bacon Kalua pork, and brisket. I didn't notice any bacon only pizza. There wasn't much kalua pork either. The brisket was so dry it almost made the pizza in edible. I was hugely disappointed. The shakes were thinned out with so much milk that it didn't satisfy my craving for a thick milkshake for dessert with dinner. I appreciate what their trying to do but it just wasn't worth the cost. I don't plan on trying them again.
(2)Tamra P.
Shortly before dropping the hubby off at the airport we decided to cram in one last meal together. BKP was very close, quick, and had good Yelp ratings. They had a wide variety of pizzas and sandwiches to choose from (pretty much any pizza could be made into a sandwich). I love bread. I can do without rice, pasta, but bread is where the carb cutting gets rough. This was one of the rare times I thought "whoa, this is a lot of bread!!!" so if you are a fellow lover of the white glutenous poufy goodness you will be in carb heaven. I had the eggplant sandwich which was pretty good, and left at least half the bread behind so I would feel less guilty about indulging in some garlic cheese balls. They have sold over 5 million of those balls! Crazy! They had a delightfully pillowy texture, warm, but not too garlicky - and kind of sweet. The food was 3 or 3.5 stars, but the excellent service from the time we walked in to when we left bumped this to a 4 star review. Hopefully there will be more healthy offerings (salad?) here in the future.
(4)Richard M.
Their pizzas are very unique. I am a pizza lover and this place does not disappoint!!!! Highly suggest the trip over, and If you are laying over at an Honolulu airport hotel like I was, it is worth the walk!!
(5)Jason L.
We returned to Oahu after a number of years and couldn't wait to get a Big Kahuna pizza. The establishment is pretty accessible parking wise and the staff was helpful. We did order a side of their famous cheese balls and those haven't changed although my ability to metabolize them has. I would say the pizza quality seems to have changed and there is a lot more dough than toppings. I am comparing it with Boston Pizza in Aiea which always produces a perfect pie. Ours was burned on the underside as well which we would have taken it back but we we're already home. I give three stars because I think the price and the hype may be about the atmosphere-which is good; but the pizza is average.
(3)Andrea G.
Best pizza on the island! Excellent food and customer service. Family friendly. Fun environment. Great parking. Highly recommend!!
(5)Jose G.
Heard about it from a friend and definitely had to try it. This place is so good that I keep coming back. So many choices and all very good.
(4)Janis G.
My co-workers raved about this place. In my opinion, it's just ok. The pizza was ok, the garlic cheese balls were ok, and their sandwiches were ok. Now, this is what is missing from their reviews: KONA COFFEE SHAKE. The BEST shake I ever had. So, if you stop by....try the Kona Coffee shake. You will not be disappointed! Oh yeah, and bring cash cause that's all they take. They do have an ATM machine close by.
(2)Andy J.
The garlic cheese balls were pretty disappointing, not sure what all the hype is about. Pizza crust was pretty good.
(3)Niko D.
The food was legit Hawaiian fusion. Their cheese balls were on point and their service was the best service I've had in a long time. Definitely know why the locals recommended it!! They have my stamp of approval for sure!!
(5)Rachel S.
Sooooo rude! I came in at around 8:50 and a boy asked me if I had made an order and I replied no. Then he said they sold out of everything and was only taking orders. I admit I was upset because I really love their cheese balls (soooo good.) So I walked out, and as I was pretty much out the door some woman, I don't know if it was their manager or not yelled to me, "We have a sign but no one reads it!" I was very pissed because why would you wait till I was outside for you to say something like that? I mean if you were going to say something so rude, at least say it to my face. RUDE! It would be a great place if their management and customer service matched their quality of food!
(1)Dave K.
This place is good. They are polite, helpful and the food is good (especially the cheese bread rolls of death) They have pizza and can also make any pizza on the menu a sandwich.. Cons: only take cash, seating is very limited. None of which stops me from going.
(5)Sesilia R.
My family and I really liked this place we ate the meat lovers with a small order of the garlic bread and ordered BBQ chicken pizza to go... It was awesome and the best part is that you can order to go , so if you have a big party you can just take it home. The prices were also good a 7" pizza was around $8 and a 12" was around $22
(5)Desiree R.
If you have a layover longer than 60 minutes in Honolulu International Airport, definitely check Big Kahuna's pizza out. It's about a half mile away from the airport. They are quick and very tasty. The garlic knot/rolls were a cheesy, garlicky hot mess that you could make a meal out of (if wanted). The pizza has some interesting twists from the norm and was a pleasant surprise. The crust is very similar to "hand-tossed" in thickness.... but 10 times better than Domino's. Weary travelers do yourself a favor and stop by this place before heading out, your stomach will thank you!
(4)Clay H.
Stopped here before we dropped some friends off at the airport. We had the white pizza which was pretty good but you really can't go wrong ordering the garlic cheese balls. Really tasty! I would go here again if I were in the area.
(4)C K.
I want to like this place but I honestly don't care for their sauce and neither does my family. It's not zesty enough. It tastes like it has a lot of cheese in it and is more of a rose sauce than a pizza or marinara sauce. I got the white pizza yesterday and it was ok for about 2 slices and then the ricotta got to me. The garlic cheese balls were good. This was our second visit and the customer service is outstanding. I just don't like their pizzas. I may give it another try if I'm in the mood for a sandwich.
(3)Marien Y.
Went for happy hour with some friends, we shared some half off appetizers and had a few drinks. The food was good for what it was... Bar food. Shared the pork nachos, chicken quesadillas, cheese fries and chicken tenders. The waitress was also very friendly. Con: the place was pretty empty. Overall I had a good experience.
(4)Brandon H.
I just got a personal 7" pepperoni pizza. It wasn't life changing but it wasn't bad. Very short walk from the Honolulu Airport Hotel. They were busy the entire time I was there so I'm sure they've probably got some good stuff if you're willing to explore the menu.
(3)Jade N.
The food is delicious here no doubt. Definitely a fan. From all the times i've been here...it is always crowded and busy...what can i say people crave this place. ;) The thing is the service in terms of bussing the tables is not so good. the tables are always so dirty that on many occasions i had to take out my napkins and buss tables (like how i use to when i worked at chuck e. cheese...lol) it's not so big in there too just FYI. i would recommend getting the food to go. actually that is what i think i am going to do next time :) love the food no matter what.
(3)Christine K.
Yum!
(4)Brad N.
Kanaka pizza was good. Could have used a little more sauce though. About $8 for a 7" personal pan pizza. There were plenty of vegetarian options. Kanaka pizza tasted like it could've had MSG, probably in the kalua pork. I still like Family BBQ at the end of the parking lot better, but Kahuna Pizza is a good alternative if you have any vegetarians with you. No credit cards. Cash and local checks only.
(4)Geoff K.
So you're waiting to eat some of that great Big Kahuna's food. The pizza that Yelp has voted best pizza. The gigantic pulled pork sandwiches with huge tender, fatty, juicy pieces of pork encased in a home made sweet bread bun. Those Garlic Cheese Balls that are so good they can be a meal all by itself. You're probably sitting there asking you're self "WHAT THE HELL IS TAKING THEM SO LONG!!!?; DO I REALLY HAVE TO WAIT THIS LONG FOR MY FOOD!!!?". Answer: Yes indeed, you do have to wait this long for your food. In my case it was 50 minutes after I had called my order in so I didn't have to wait :( The food here is great. I wish I had to time to eat here.
(2)Nicole K.
If I could eat here every day for lunch, I think I'd be the fattest person on earth. And honestly, I wouldn't even care. People seem to think that Big Kahuna's pizza is mediocre (because they've only tried the cheese or bbq chicken). That doesn't even cover it people. Until you've tried the sumo special, you haven't lived your life to its fullest. I have a going away party for me at my workplace today, and my boss asked me: "Nicole, do you like pizza?" *pause* Me: "uh .... YES!" I'm a poor college student ... of course I like pizza. When she told me they were ordering from Big Kahunas I almost peed my pants in excitement. They had an order sheet at someone's desk, but for some reason I just assumed that they knew what I wanted (because I get the same thing every time -- the sumo special). So I didn't write down my order. I got a text from my boss this morning asking what I wanted, and I was confused at first. Then I remembered that not everyone understands my love for the sumo special. I also like their spinach, garlic, tomato pizza -- it reminds me of JJ Dolan's margherita pizza. But that's if I'm trying to be healthy and all. Sometimes if i'm feeling in a sandwich mood, i just make my pizza into a sandwich. Perfect right? The two things poor college kids eat (besides instant ramen) is pizza and sandwiches. And Big Kahuna's definitely does it right. Yelp 365 Challenge: 043 of 365
(4)Jerrin C.
Delicious food; Excellent customer service; Welcoming atmosphere; Recommended to everyone visiting or living in Oahu.
(5)Teresa D.
Great cheesy garlic balls and the white pizza was awesome! We enjoyed pizza night at big Kahuna's, and we'll definitely go back!
(4)Reid O.
Get here early, very few seats are available inside. Do yourself a favor and order some Garlic Cheese Balls! They are UNBELIEVABLE!! I knew them originally as Kahuna Balls and used to be baked in circle pie tin. Just as good as before! Pizza and sandwiches are great. We go for the Sumo Special and you can taste just how fresh the veggies are. I've always loved this pizza joint, from when they were just up the street.
(5)Derek R.
big kahuna's pizza you gotta get dah cheezy garlic balls! if you can hang.... get the bbq pulled pork sandwich! talking about kanak attack! got the old hawaii nastalgia going on... sort of corney... but! da buggah winnahz! :D
(4)Cara C.
The garlic cheese balls were delicious!! We didn't try the pizza, but the sandwiches we got were great!! Huge sizes make the price not so bad! Definitely will be returning!
(4)Rob D.
You want awesome local pizza in Hawaii, then this is the place to stop by - if you got the time. I ordered their specialty pizza, Kanaka and added additionally toppings (basil and pineapple). It was simply delicious! Unlimited fountain drinks and you can get to-go orders, which is probably the best thing to do. The place is small, in a shopping center near the airport. The negative thing about the place is the wait time. I waited much longer than I anticipated. The place was crowed and only one cashier/server. They seriously need to look at hiring another person! In addition, they only take CASH.
(4)Tiffany Y.
In the early part of 2000, I remember how my office would gather up orders and FAX... F... A... X... them before they opened because their sandwiches and garlic cheese balls were heavenly (I had to drag out the fax because there was no such thing as online orders back then..hehe) Truthfully, I miss the previous location. I prefer the previous location ambiance over the current location. The previous location had its appeal on its own...it was like a throwback of the "plantation days". No longer do we see it around Oahu and that era is unknown to our children. Anyhow, it didn't matter to me if the parking lot was filled to the brim because we called in our order and it would be ready for us. It didn't matter that at times we would have to squeeze through because there was just something about that previous location that added an "oomph" to their service and food. But, construction and business changes things to where relocation happens. Granted, they have a bigger area but they are part of a building. Thus, losing their "plantation" day appeal. Nevertheless, their food and service has not changed. They still provide great service as well as great sandwiches and garlic cheese balls. Definite recommendation to stop after you pick up or drop off someone from the airport or if you are in the area during lunch time.
(4)Clarissa M.
The pizzas are tasty - no thin crust available. They offer any pizza to be converted to a sandwich and offer make your own pizza. The seating inside is very small - only about five tables and lunch hour is busy! This would be a great take out place though. We tried the shrimp scampi, a shrimp veggie, and a California blt sandwich. More than enough food for three. Apparently the owner is a vegetarian but the food is tasty! It's definitely different from other pizza joints.
(3)Wayne S.
I am sorry to say this but I DONT GET IT! Tried it again and again and I have to say that their pizza is just ok. Nothing special, they cheese balls werent anything special. We went in during an off time, the restaurant was slow ordered our pizza and balls and waited.............and waited..............and waited...........and waited. We must have waited about 25 mins for our fricken pizza!! The pizza was regretfully way too salty, we also ordered cilantro as a topping and you would think that there was a world shortage of cilantro, the cheese on the balls were barely melted. Yeah, NO! Also there was this guy who we let order before us and all he wanted was 2 chocolate milk shakes.............poor guy waited patiently for 20+ minutes. I would have blown a gasket going 10 mins into the wait. JUST FOR CHOCOLATE MILK SHAKES!!! people hurry the heck up. I just hope for their sake they were turning the crank on their home made, made to order ice cream.
(2)Bianca V.
Good service, great pizza & cheese balls! I love the california club pizza. Its loaded with lettuce, tomatoes,bacon and goodness..... I always get it with a side of ranch....yumm
(4)Ash O.
Big Kahuna's is located in the Airport Trade Center on Paiea Street and it is...the BOMB DIGGITY. Okay, I don't know if people even use that slang anymore, but it truly is the bombdiggity boomshakalaka of all things awesome. (COOL GANGSTA VERSION) Eh yo (wo)man! Park yo pimp ride in the lot, but before you swagga' in make sure you or yo boo gots them paper n' coinage because Big Kahuna's don't take no plastic in dat hizzouse. I love me dem garlic cheese balls. Get 'um son before dems gone! (TRANSLATED VERSION) Greetings and salutations! Parking for this establishment is free and is located right in front of the restaurant. Please make certain that you have cash on hand as Big Kahuna's does not accept credit or debit card. I find the garlic cheese balls to be indisputably delicious and really quite a deal at only $5.65/dozen. They are my recommended menu item of choice and in my humble opinion should not be omitted from your overall order. P.S. I think the funniest part of ordering Big Kahuna garlic cheese balls is when the cashier yells the order to the cook for him/her to "ball..in" (put the cheese balls in the oven). It always makes me laugh because (#1) I'm easily amused and (#2) I honestly do feel like I'm ballin' for spending less than $6 on something so unbelievably delicious. Like Charlie Sheen says, WINNING!!! Yay, you!!! P.P.S. You're welcome.
(5)Gordon H.
Garlic cheese balls.....delicious!!!! Pizza's are amazing too! Deep dish Chicago style. I'd give the service 5 stars because the young man at the counter was very nice and gave great suggestions. It was my first time there and he gave us free cheese balls! They also have military discount. My pizza was a little burnt but it was still delicious. I recommend it if you pick up your friends and family at the airport and then head over there. All pizzas are made per order so it will take about 10-15 mins for a pizza to be brought out. Come early because seating is limited.
(4)Randy L.
Love their Garlic Cheese balls and the White Pizza!! Just Heavenly!!
(5)Chris A.
Be aware its cash only trying to dodge taxes, its the 21st century i thinks it stupid cash only
(1)Alysia E.
Haven't gotten my food yet but, walking in the smell alone gives this place a ton of brownie points. The staff are super nice also. The only improvement I see is more sitting space, we walked here from best western and want to eat it fresh so, we have to hope two seats open up before food is ready. The setting is also A+ music is chill too. If you haven't already, get your butts here and try this place!! Military get discounts and first timers get free famous cheese balls!!
(4)Jenn K.
I went during the lunch rush which I would not recommend. There were no seats, but we were able to find some tables outside in the plaza area. They called "Nick" when our food was ready, there's no one named Nick in our group. I had the chicken club sandwich, and If I knew how greasy it was going to be I would've just had a pizza. Others in my group had the pizza and milkshake, and in their worlds was " a hell of a milkshake." The personal pizzas are exactly like pizza hut ones. In conclusion, okay place to grab a quick pizza and shake. If you're thinking about a sandwich, pass on it. Just fold your pizza in half.
(2)Michael J.
Pros: -Delicious pizza made with fresh, quality ingredients. Yeah, I know lots of pizza joints advertise their stuff like that, but this place actually does it. -The garlic cheese balls everybody raves about on here are for real. But they're better hot than cold, so wouldn't count on them for good fridge snack food. -Very friendly staff. My friend spilled a couple slices of our pizza on the ground and they made a small one free of charge. Since it was my first time, they also did not charge us for the cheese balls. -Nice atmosphere, relaxing place with good music. Nice place to unwind and enjoy a good meal. Cons...very minor ones. -Cash or local check. This isn't a big deal for me since I usually have both on hand. -Small. Most of their business seems to be takeout. Their seating area could handle one large family and a couple couples, that's about it.
(4)Matt B.
Pizza and garlic cheesy balls, what more could you ask for. They do great Subs if you don't want to share. Parking is fairly easy but the place is small so you might not get a table easily but they do take out!
(5)Nick W.
Hadn't tasted their pizza since I was a kid, but went their with my girlfriend, who always raved about the cheese balls. Got a huge order and filled up on them before our pizza even showed up. Worth it. Pizza is better than most in Hawaii as well, and military discount and great service make this place 5 star worthy.
(5)Sebastian R.
Had to pick some people up from the airport and Da Big Kahuna's was recommended by several friends so my wife and I decided to give it a go. The place looked busy and the variety of pizza was very impressive so that made sense. The pizza was good but I can't say that I would go out of my way to go again. The seating is very limited indoors and there really isn't any outside seating available either. Also they only accept local checks or cash. I can't remember the last time I wrote a check for anything other than a bill. I will make it a point to stop in whenever I pick someone up at the airport but again, not some place that I'd go out of my way for. Also, no wings? I don't of any pizza place that doesn't offer wings?
(3)Juliet H.
Very disappointed by their pizza. We are pizza lovers and were excited by good yelp reviews and a long line of people waiting. We ordered a special combination and a cheese. Besides being somewhat under-cooked and doughy, the ingredients are poor quality, especially the dough and cheese (think of Little Ceasars). Even our kids didn't like it. I can honestly say I've had better frozen pizza. Costco pizza is even better than this place. The place is very small, so getting a table was a chore, however I will say that the staff were friendly, but they just can't make up for the bad pizza.
(1)Greta R.
Seriously, I wish Big Kahuna would open a store in Hawaii Kai!! Their garlic bread balls are fabulous and their Kalua Pizza is crazy delicious!!! (Kanaka Pizza)
(5)Mel M.
Easily one of my favorite pizza joints. Staff is friendly, service is decently fast (for a place that's usually crowded) and every time we come in we get a free sample of something or another :) who doesn't like free (tasty) stuff? Here's a break down of some things we've had: Sumo Pizza - an "everything but the kitchen sink: type pizza, pretty good, wish there was more pulled pork on it though. White Pizza- simple but delicious! Haole Pizza (Hawaiian Pizza on the mainland) - excellent! They actually put legit amounts of ham on there, non of that "bits if ham" crap you see at other places. New Yorker sandwich - Hubby said it was alright, could've have done with a little more meat a little less bread BBQ Kalua Pulled Porl Sandwich - another favorite! sweet and juicy pulled pork. last but not least... CHEESY GARLIC BALLS! Always a must-order, eat them hot and ask for extra garlic! Other things to look out for: cash only/ limited seating area.
(4)uilani c.
Although the service was slow the pizza and the garlic knots were fantastic! We arrived just before the lunch crowd and thankfully got two seats on the bar. It was getting packed quickly with what looked to be people who worked nearby. After the lunch rush was through there continued to be a steady stream of military personnel. We ordered the 12" pizza; 1/2 spinach, tomato, garlic (and added bacon as an additional topping) and 1/2 pepperoni. Delicious! The crust was on the thicker side but it was not soggy and it had a good taste. The garlic knots were just a tad bit salty but they were crispy on the outside and soft, soft, soft on the inside. Absolutely delicious!
(4)Claudia Z.
There aren't that many great pizza joints on the island, heck, growing up I thought Papa John's was the best thing ever. That is, until I stumbled onto a little shack called Big Kahuna's, that's when they were still on Puuloa Rd. Before I got my drivers license, I walked to Big Kahuna's for a slice of onoliciousness! After I left for college on the mainland, every time I come home to visit, my parents would have Da Sumo Special pizza and garlic cheese balls waiting for me when I get in from HNL =). Oh that smell is intoxicating! And that first bite into slight crunch crust, gooey melted cheese, soft dough... then all the flavors of the toppings hits you like a dynamite! Kalua pork, portagee sausage, bacon, onions, mushrooms, olives, etc etc... am I drooling? Tip: they are BUSY, so call your order in about 30 minutes ahead of time. Tip2: they run out of garlic cheese balls, so order 'em early! I came back after college and nearly had a heart attacked when driving down Puuloa Rd and the green shack was gone! Found out that they moved closer to the air port (whew!), into a real building with a real parking lot, getting fancy huh? The food is still amazing, service is great, but I kinda miss the old shack and dirt parking lot.
(5)Aimee M.
I 2nd all the reviews about the cheese balls and pizza. Wonderful. Don't let the strip mall location deter you in any way.
(5)Sonia S.
I've heard great things about Big Kahuna's years ago and never had the opportunity to try it back then at their old location. With a short time to spare before catching my flight, I stopped in for a quick lunch. I've heard about their cheese balls, but wasn't feeling it that day. Instead I was told I could "create" my own sandwich or pizza. I chose to be a sandwich artist and create my own sandwich. I'm so glad I did because I loved my sandwich! The *Sonia Special* consisted of: chicken, salami, bacon, sundried tomatoes, cilantro, pizza sauce with their 5 blend cheese. It was scrumpdiliumptious! The flavors just worked together so well and the bread was perfect....a little crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I know this would be an amazing pizza, too. My friend order the pulled pork sandwich, but after taking one bite of mine, he wanted to trade. I don't think so, buddy... This place is a little out of my way, but will be back again to do more creating!
(4)Janet K.
I'm still in love with their pizza. I didn't order their garlic cheese balls this time and just went with their pepperoni, Italian sausage, and mushroom pizza. I just love the crust so much. It's so flaky and buttery... YUM! We ordered takeout and I must warn you that they are VERY BUSY and do take a while so call in your order. Our pizza took about 45 minutes to make and the person who answered the phone kept putting me on hold to finish up the other call orders so while I tried to call in the order before heading on the freeway from town, I made it there and still had to wait 20+ minutes. It was however a FRIDAY night during prime time dinner hour and a lot of people were there waiting to pick up their pizza. I think it's definitely worth the wait, especially on that side of the island!
(5)Cheryl G.
I have been to Big Kahuna's Pizza many times including when they were not at this location. The food here is yummy. They have a small eating area with a few tables and chairs. It's clean. Service is good. First off the Garlic Cheese Balls are amazeballs!! I would go just to eat these! :) All the pizzas are yummy. Everything is made fresh. If you are going to do take out I recommend calling it in first. Important note: They accept cash and check only!
(5)Denise M.
Amazing garlic, butter cheese balls! And I am addicted to the Killah Kalua Pork Sandwich! We call in an order once a week from work and they always have it fresh and ready!
(5)Laura R.
This is our go-to place when we're near the Honolulu airport. Actually, I had my first meal in Hawai'i there two years ago, and my last meal in Hawai'i there two weeks ago. The garlic knots are amazing. I've had a few of their pizzas and have never been disappointed. The last one I had was the BLT, which was good, but a little heavy on the L.
(4)Rose Jane B.
First time going today and it was delicious. Kanaka pizza was da bomb.
(4)Dean H.
I was really disappointed with this place. I remember eating the pizza and cheese garlic balls LOOOONG ago in that HOT place in the middle of the industrial area and it was soooo good. I just never stopped in that area long enough to eat something so I haven't gone back in years. Until last week..... It We found the new place on YELP and mapquested it. We got there and was surprised that it is now in a new fangled, clean, air conditioned place in a strip mall RIGHT near the airport (across from Kennys). I remember someone talking about the sandwiches so I ordered the BBQ brisket sand. Uhhhhh, not good. HUGE, spanking bun, little bit of meat. The meat and bbq sauce was pretty tasty but it just wasn't satifying at all. Then I saw the SUMO pizza. I had to order that. That was ok. It wasn't the bestest of the best but it was awwright....I always remembered the pizza being a winner and this just wasn't what I expected. Ok now on to the cheesy garlic balls...WHAT HAPPENED!!! It was just warm, the cheese wasn't melted, and it wasn't good. I had major sad face syndrome. I remember it being melty, gooey, goodness and now it was just solid cheese on bread. The service was great, as well as the A/C now keeping the place moderately cool. It sure was packed in there so I guess people like the place. I hope that if I ever decide to go back the process of making the foods steps up as well as the amounts as well as the....I dunno, I just wasn't happy with my return visit to this place....
(2)Beth I.
I really want to love this place cause I do love a fresh pizza, but there are so so many pizza joints nowadays to compare to. I do like the Pizza at Big Kahuna's and I think it's great that you can get half and half orders. I often get pepperoni on one side for my son and the sumo special on the other side for me and the bf. It's really tasty, yes, but I prefer JJ Dolan's lighter, thinner crust. BK's pizza is also around $20. They have a mini, but it'll only feed one or 2 peeps. This place is busy, let me tell you, and you're lucky if you can get a table in this small eatery. The restaurant is right near the airport in the shopping complex (Airport Trade Center) on Paiea Street. It's easy to find and has TONS of parking. I like that part. They have grass shack-type decor inside with big wooden tables. The next time I go (and when I give up my low carb diet) I will try their sammy's. Sounds pretty good. They pride themselves on their garlic cheese balls, but honestly, they do not make me smile. They are doughy, super buttery/oily, and covered in more oily cheese. On top of all that they are super garlicky and your hands smell for hours. I have nothing against garlic, cheese, or balls, but these are too doughy and frankly not good. Stick with the pizza and sandwiches and it's an OK experience.
(3)Kelli S.
They ran out of their 21" pizzas & garlic balls an hr before closing--how can a pizza place run out of pizzas?!?
(1)Stephanie S.
Da Best Cheese balls and pizza also love the Kalua Pork sandwich
(5)Satoru Y.
Probably my favorite pizza place on Oahu. The pizza purists will probably make some comments about how this type of pizza may be a messy clustered shadow of what they will say is the best. They probably would end up comparing it to places like California Pizza Kitchen. The pizzas do have an obvious California style to them. However, what I love about it is that these pizzas do a take that is totally and undeniably local to Hawaii: both in conception and flavor. They are also damn good too. Keeping it local, the pizza are very hearty, greasy, flavorful, and probably will not do wonders to anyone's cholesterol levels. There is a great variety of different pizzas, and you also have the option to put the same toppings into a sub rather than a pizza: ingenious. This place has their traditional and specialty pizzas, and you can create your own pizza with a checklist as well. Each of their specialty pizzas I've had have been surprising unique from one another, and yet they were all very tasty. There are a few that definitely stick out in my mind. I love the California Club, love that Applewood Smoked Bacon (besides the chicken and ham) along with the veggies and ranch: sandwich as a pizza. The Banzai is delicious with both the Teriyaki Chicken and Glazed Crust. The Kanaka is also one of my faves, with the BBQ shredded Kalua Pork. Many have said it before, but the Garlic Cheese Balls are very delicious. How can you go wrong with cheese balls made with garlic and butter, covered in a layer of cheese. Though it may be difficult, just make sure you don't pop in too many of them or you may regret it. The couple small gripes I have are that the place is cash-only and that sometimes the wait is a little bit longer. Although I'm not a fan of cash-only places, as it is a slight inconvenience some times; though I believe there is an ATM near by. i probably could address the wait for my order by ordering ahead. Despite this small gripes, this place is still a great place to get some unique and flamboyant pizza. Great over-the-top local pizza which is made Hawaiian-style.
(5)Erika A.
I keep saying that I don't like pizza but I think that 80% of my reviews are actually pizza places! Anyway, even though I don't like pizza my family does and I approve of some places. It just happens that Hawaii has many great pizza places. I like Big Kahuna's because they have amazing cheese balls. I cannot even begin to explain how unbelievable they are, just take my word for it. They also have this real good Mexican/Taco pizza which I find it quite tasty. The staff is always very friendly and if you are military they offer 10% off your purchase. The only downside is that the place is quite small and there is constantly a lot of people there during lunch time but I promise it's worth the wait. Just make sure you bring cash because that is the only payment they accept. They may take local checks but I am not sure.
(4)Aaron B.
I always order the sumo pizza. Its go the works on it everything but the kitchen sink and anchovies. I was baked to perfection. I love thier garlic pizza balls. My only gripes are that thier plates they provide are small and useless, the tables are under sized, and their condiments arnt the bess quality. Perfect to take the visiting family to while on the way to the airport
(4)M S.
3.9/5 stars Da Sumo Special that had 6 kinds of meat, enough said
(4)Mark H.
PIIIIIZZZZZZZZAAAAAAAAA!!! Decor looks touristy. Love it. They brought Waikiki right next to the airport! OK, so their Garlic Cheesy Balls get tons of rave reviews, and the pics looked good so figured it was worth a shot to try. Yum! Not bad! I'm not sure I would rave about them, but there were a good appetizer to tide me over until the pizza came... Good, yes, but do you need to try them? Ummm, probably not... Pizza came out about 20 minutes later. Their pizza is legit! Love the crust. Not a thin crust but not too thick either--medium thickness, right in the middle, just right!! Good texture on the crust--soft inside and toasty on the outside. Gosh! I am craving their pizza right now! My fiance ordered the chunky Apple Pie Shake. Creative concoction! Bits of apple pie blended into the shake. Authentic flavors in the shake and the chunks of apple pie add in a spectrum of textures. BYOB! What?! Yep, BYOB! Sandwiches look legit and will try the next time. But will be hard to not order their pizza again! Two thumbs up! Way up!
(5)Jason Q.
I ordered Da Sumo pizza, and was not overly impressed. I do prefer a thinner crust personally, but my issue with the crust is that it was soggy on the bottom. I have also found that this place takes a long to time to make a pizza. I've waited as long as 50 minutes. My previous visit, I went there for lunch at noon and they said they weren't taking any orders until after 2:00pm. This visit, I called in my order and they said it would be ready in 45 minutes. For me, pizza is a food of convenience. This is too much time for my liking. If the pizza was the kind that tasted amazing with every bite, it would be worth it. Unfortunately, it is not. I also thought that $21.95 is a bit pricey for a 12" medium pizza. The service is friendly and nice.
(3)Monica G.
My husband used to eat here when we were stationed here in the late 90's at their previous location. On our recent trip (Aug 2015) we decided to give it another go. This time it was my husband, myself, and our 18 year old daughter. The service: The sweet young lady at the counter chatted us up and was extremely friendly. She had great suggestions and answered all of our questions. To top it off she brought out a free small order of garlic cheese balls as a thank-you for returning after so many years! The food: All of the their pizzas has a thick crust. I'm not usually a fan of thick crust, but this was cooked to perfection and extremely flavorful with just enough crunch. We got 1/2 Kanaka and 1/2 BBQ Chicken. The sauce is on the sweet side and the flavors were unique, but delicious. I LOVED it! The garlic cheese balls were fantastic as well. I will definitely get them the next time. The Restaurant: There isn't a lot of seating, so grab it if you can, but you can always get it to go and enjoy this tasty food at home, your hotel, the beach, or a local park. Value: I read a few reviews that talk about it being pricey, but everything in Hawaii is pricey. I believe our bill with ~35 for three people for lunch. This is McDonald's people! Quality ingredients + unique toppings = Delicious (reasonably priced) Lunch! Location: This is no where near Waikiki, so you will definitely need a rental car. This isn't a tourist attraction! Most of the guests are local, so that alone tells you it's worth a try! It's not too far from the airport though, so try it on your way in or out!
(5)Hope Y.
Two words: Cheese Balls. I can never go there and not order the cheese balls--yummy stringy cheese, soft rolls, butter and garlic....making myself hungry now. This place is small, so if you are planning to share a pie with friends, consider take out. Cash only, or local checks are also accepted. I really like the pepperoni with extra cheese, but that's just the cheese lover in me. You can make any sandwich into a pizza and vice versa. The white pizza is another favorite of mine, but the hubs likes the sumo special-no olives. We usually by a personal pan each, and wind up going home with a snack for later. This time, the waitress brought the wrong order while I was in the restroom. I had ordered a personal white pizza, but when I returned, there was a full size pie at our table, and hubs already started chowing down. I looked at the pie, and then at the waitress and she was bringing over the right order, and said "sorry, we gave you the wrong one, so I guess you scored!" COOL. extra snacks for later. The services is always upbeat, and friendly, and the food is consistently good. I enjoy Big Kahuna's whenever i'm in the area.
(4)Paris N.
This place is amazing! I've only been here a total of 2 times now, but I plan on going back. I like how there is a menu on the wall outside. The decor is great and beach theme and plenty of seats. Also parking is super easy. They only take cash so come prepared. The first time I ordered a medium veggie pizza vegan. Which means non dairy cheese. We took it to go and was amazed at how yummy it was. The second time I got the same thing but a personal size. They actually added non dairy parm cheese to it. They said they could remake it but I was too hungry to wait. It was nice of them to offer. It is a little crowded on some nights, but only because their food is so great. Can't wait to go back!
(4)Rissa K.
The BF and I was craving for pizza and decided to give this place a try. You can only order by the whole pie and not by the slice. We ordered medium 12 inch pizza which is biggest size they have of half Meat Lovers and other half Kanaka pizza. The kanaka has Kalua pork and BBQ sauce along with green onions. The meat lover pizza had pepperoni, bacon, Kalua pork, Portuguese sausage and beef brisket with marinara sauce. The pizza here are bit pricy but they have some yummy options here. You can also build your own pizza there too. All of their pizza are pan pizzas. They also have sandwiches here and cheesy garlic bread as well as Oreo cookie shake. This spot is small so we ordered our pizza to go. It's best to call ahead because this place gets busy. Also remember to bring cash or they also accept personal checks.
(3)Tim L.
Worst pizza I have ever had the cheese blend taste really funky. And the garlic cheese balls nothing to brag about. Will never go here again.
(2)Fran C.
With a cool name like - "BIG KAHUNA'S"..........I had to investigate on what's going on about this place. It was lunch time, and I was lurking in the airport area, as I had an appointment with a customer not too far from the airport area. Upon walking into this establishment, I thought I went to Waikiki, as the decor of the place reminded me of something I would see in the Waikiki area as it was beach themed. Upon looking at the wall menu, I decided on "DA SUMO" personal size pizza. What's in "Da Sumo" pizza you say? Well, it basically has the entire kitchen sink I tell you! Da Sumo Pizza is loaded with pepperoni, ham, Italian sausage, bacon, Portuguese sausage, kalua pork, onions, fresh mushroom, chop tomatoes, & black olives........... And as advertised..........this pizza is "Broke Da Moufh!" good!!!! I am not a fan of pan pizza, but that's how they do it over here...........but I must say, the topping on their pizza is outta-this-world! So much fresh ingredients, and very filling too! The personal pan pizza is just slightly bigger in circumference than the personal pan pizza at Pizza Hut, but the toppings that are on the Big Kahuna's Pizza cannot compare to anyone! There is limited seating in this small little restaurant, cash only too! You walk up to the counter, order your food, then hopefully you'll find an open table. When your food is ready, they will bring it out to your table. This place also does a lot of take out, as I saw a lot of people do "walk-in's" to pick up pizza. Free parking here at the Airport industrial center........so no problems here looking for a place to park & eat. Thanks to my Yelp buddies - Santi T., J.Y., Lauren S., Erin Y., Val D., Liz T., Michael C., Lyla D., & my bruddah Eric Robert R.! You guys are AWESOME! if you folks didn't post on Yelp...........I would not have come here today! What a beautiful site - this YELP thing! Lol! Thanks fo' sharing da info. to anodda bruddah! :)
(4)Angel H.
Last week, we were in the airport area and were looking for something to eat. Big Kahuna's popped into my head, especially since I read Fran C.'s review. I've never been to the location that they're at now. The last time I had their pizza, they were located on Puuloa. Yes, it's been that long. We get there and the line was out the door. The restaurant was packed. The girl working the counter told us that take out would take 20 minutes. Since we were already there, we decided to wait it out. We ordered the garlic cheese balls, a personal bbq chicken pizza and a personal sumo special pizza. The garlic cheese balls were the bomb! We got a dozen for about $7. They bake it as you order it. It was baked to perfection. The cheese balls were chewy in the middle with a hint of sweetness in the bread. It was slathered with the gooey goodness of the melted cheese and garlic. I would come here for this alone. The pizzas were a little on the expensive side. $8.45 for a 7" personal pan and $21.95 for a 12" medium. Both of the pizzas were really good. The bbq chicken pizza had a different tasting bbq sauce than any other bbq chicken pizza I had before. It was sweeter and the spices in the bbq was stronger. The sumo special had so many toppings on it, I can't even begin to tell you. It had pepperoni, ham, italian sausage, bacon, portuguese sausage, kalua pork, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes and olives. The one ingredient that stood out was the kalua pork. I've never had kalua pork on pizza before and didn't think that it would be very good with marinara sauce. Boy, was I wrong. The smoky flavor of the kalua pork really did go well with the marinara sauce. This pizza was just overloaded with toppings. It's a paid parking lot where this place is located. However, they do validate, so don't forget to get your stamp after you pay your bill.
(4)Takashi H.
Big Kahuna's Pizza is one of my inspirations to start a local suffer list. Full of flavor and calories, these pizzas, subs, shakes, and more are the perfect way to replenish after a hard session at the beach. And when I say replenish, I'm talking full on kanak attack. Call ahead to skip the line and anticipate a full house. Get the pizza home quickly because it loses its charm when cold. Bring cash or local checks and you'll cover the tab without any trouble. Otherwise, you will find yourself paying a $3.25 atm fee down the way at Central Pacific Bank. You can get a mene (small) shake with that!
(4)Jay T.
Cash or checks only. I only came here for the garlic cheese balls which are bomb! But most of all. Customer service is great. The cashier didn't only acknowledged me by name but also gave me a free drink for waiting but I think it's because he's just awesome. I didn't get his name but it seems like they were all friendly. This restaurant is located in a private lot but your ticket will get validated by the store/restaurant. All in all, this is a nice little joint w/ great customer service; highly recommended to pay a visit!
(5)Sharon S.
... Great pizza and food ... Just remember it's a CASH Only ... eatery
(5)Hoku T.
BIGGEST DOWN FALL (besides the cash/check only): CALL ABOUT 1 HOUR AHEAD of that TIME you plan to EAT all this yummy goodness. If you decide to dine in or take out: CALL AHEAD! Great food... the pizzas are awesome here; with thick bready crust cooked to golden perfection. Sandwiches are tasty and loaded. Garlic cheese balls... need I say more? If you like starch this is the place to go by they bake their own bread! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!
(4)Doyer Y.
The beef samich was great. Also, get the garlic balls and pizza. Phone in for lunch times to reduce the wait. And the shakes, my gaaaaaaaaawd, are off the hizzook.
(5)David Q.
We just arrived from California super hungry and this was the spot to go to recommended by the locals. The manager here was so welcoming. He gave us complimentary garlic balls and also drinks. Made our day especially coming off a rough flight. Great food and service. Check it out for yourselves.
(5)Mike D.
I had a pan pizza with all the meats. I have ordered similar pizzas from other pizza joints before, but I have never had so much meat on them. In addition to the standard pepperoni, ham, sausage and bacon, there was some king of sausage slices that were delicious, heaps of pulled pork, and the bacon was whole strips -- a personal pan was enough for 2 meals! I also had some cheesy garlic balls that were excellent! Baked mozzarella on bread that was drenched in garlic butter! My kids are going to love this place! I saw the milkshakes that looked awesome, I will have to try that next!
(5)Court R.
Really good pizza, thicker crust--reminds me of a pizza pan style. We got the BBQ chicken which provided a nice ratio cheese to chicken to onion. Very delicious! My biggest complains are two fold: 1. It's cash only. 2. It took 40+ minutes to make our pizza, and they had NO other customers. I thought they were mixing the dough or killing the chicken or something for it to take that long! So order your pizza ahead of time and shop around, go to starbucks, make a few business calls then come back.
(4)Keri S.
This is one of those "hidden" spots that you wouldn't expect to be good. You know those overly expensive spots near the airport that yet are so nasty? Well, this is the OPPOSITE of that! It has a fun island theme with the best pizza we have had on island! Prices are very reasonable. For the 12" pizzas it's buy one get the second one for half price. Also, they offer military discount! The pizza is made to order and comes out SUPER HOT! It has all the right flavors, evenly distributed toppings, and perfect crust! The fam loves this spot! Oh don't forget to try one of their immaculate shakes for the after meal sweet! :) Thank you Big Kahunas for good food, atmosphere, and service...EVERYTIME! :-)
(5)Leenelle T.
The wait is crazy and they didn't change the so called "wait time sign" it said 15 min not 40 mins! This is insane if I hadn't waited this long already I would've just walked out! The 2 cashiers are just RUDE AS HELL and they go in the kitchen and their hair is down and a hot mess and it's just all Around BAD UGH! I used to like this place but doubt I'll be back anytime soon and I DONT THINK ANYONE SHOULD COME BACK EITHER!
(1)Lori L.
Big Kahuna's Pizza is the place to get pizza when you're near the airport, their brick oven pizzas are hearty, and have thick, crunchy bottom crusts. These pizzas take a little longer to make, but it's worth the wait if you're looking for an alternative to fast food and ready made. You can customize your own pizza or order one of Big Kahuna's creations. Eggplant with Sun Dried Tomatoes and a Vinegrette, Pepperoni, and Chicken, Tomato, and Spinach are all great. Pizzas are cheesy and the toppings are fresh. A lot of people like the Garlic Cheese Knots, but these aren't my favorite, it's just more bread to me, so I'd rather have another slice of pizza. We were given some free brownie bites for dessert. As a freebie the brownies were a nice touch, but I wouldn't pay money for them if Big Kahuna's sold them. The next time you're craving pizza, go check them out.
(3)Lesley S.
When we first moved on island we stayed at a hotel a few blocks from here for 3 months. Yes 3 MONTHS! He had the car all day long so I had the jogging stroller and my legs as transportation. We frequented this place first because we try and support local first and second because it was DA BOMB. I would stay strict to my diet all week for some garlic butter balls. Holy smokes it's good. We ordered a pizza a time or two when we first moved here. It's been awhile since we have ordered the pizza so I don't remember which kind. I do remember though this is a CASH ONLY place and does take awhile to get the pizza if you order during peak times. Plenty of parking as it is in the airport shopping center.
(4)Don G.
Wow! Flavor of the tomato sauce on my personal Pan pizza enhanced the fresh toppings piled on this four slices of Island delight! Pepperoni, ham, mushrooms, black olives, tomatoes with extra cheese to please! So good! Great friendly service and they support & honor those of us that have served our great country! Military di$count! The only complaint I have is no thin crust! When that happens, an additional FIVE STAR HIGH FIVE! Mahalo for your passion for excellence, service, aloha spirit and da bomb; break the mouth kine pizza!
(5)Crystal B.
I don't know how I have lived here all these years and never heard of Big Kahuna's Pizza??!! I think it might be the best kept secret on the island. Some friends recently brought a spinach, garlic and tomato pizza and cheesy garlic knots for a get together and....wow! Both items were fresh, flavorful and delicious, but it was definitely all about the cheesy garlic knots. I dreamed about them that night (*_*). So simple, but soooooooo good. I can't wait to go back and get more and try their Sumo pizza. Ditch the chain pizza places and give this place a try!
(4)Angela R.
I know about three things here: the 1. The Chicken Club Pizza, 2. Da Sumo pizza, and 3. The Garlic Cheese Balls. I am a fan of the pizza's here in my opinion the crust is really good, the best part. It's a little crunchy on the edges. My favorite pizza is the chicken club with extra lettuce. Da sumo is an excellent take on a supreme. It's loaded with meat and veggies. Although they are called "garlic cheese balls", it's more like garlic pull apart bread. It's fluffy, chewy, garlicky, buttery, and cheesy all in one. Sometimes the edges get burnt and it's crispy. The balls taste the best straight out of the oven with some of that crispiness. I'm a creature of habit and these are the only things I have ordered here over and over again. Note that pizza orders can take long. Have patience or call in your order!
(4)Minky C.
GARLIC CHEESE BALLS!! TO DIE FOR!! Cash Only! My husboo took our friend Robert here for his birthday lunch because he was craving pizza. He left very happy! We did too lol ;) They are located near the airport by Starbucks in a strip mall. It's on the left as you enter the parking garage. The decor is Hawaiian themed but they have very limited tables. You walk in directly to the cashier where you order. To the left is the soda machine and dining area. It's very cozy with just about a handful of tables and two bar counter type eating areas. There is a wood bench that you can sit at while waiting immediately to the right of the door as you enter. Noise level here is loud. Small area with a lot of people. We ordered the 12 inch Sumo Pizza and it was super filling. It's a deep dish style pizza with a Hawaiian twist adding in Portuguese Sausage and Kalua Pork. The crust was very crispy and had a lot of flavor. I have to always order the Garlic Cheese Balls here because it's literally to die for. Warm bread balls covered in melted cheese and garlic flavor. YUMMY! We are trying to diet so we only ordered 1/2 a dozen this time. Normally we get the full dozen. We washed everything down with cold soda that had FREE REFILLS! All of us left super full and it was only about $30 for everything!
(4)Shynita D.
So my 2 critics like it(12 and 4). I didnt order the garlic chessy balls but i will next time. Its hard to eat at a pizza place when you i dont eat much bread. Its deep dish pizza but not Chicago style. The sauce is nice. It a little sweet and tangy. The pepperoni is kinda under the sauce. All in all it was good, chessy deliciousness... Will return to try a famous sandwich.. Thanks
(4)Mele M.
BIG KAHUNA, WHERE IS YOUR SURFER SUB? WHERE? why did you ever stop making them? I would have given you a 5 billion star rating BUT because you don't make the surfer sub I will forever be deprived. :( that was the most delicious sandwich I have ever had in my life. My family still talks about it to this day. With drool..... it's been years. I go back now and then just to check.. everytime leaving so sad. Your pizza is good but please....... I beg of you to please bring back your surfer sub. If you do I will do your dishes for free while I wait for my order. DAILY! ok. If you don't can you atleast make it for me a couple more times..... ahhhhhhhh just bring it back. So I can live happily ever after. Please let me know if you do. Sincerely, your biggest surfer sub fan EVER............. love u surfer sub :(
(5)W W.
Pizza is awesome. It has this crunchy bottem crust unlike most pizza places. Da Sumo Special is like their combo KaLua pork only known in Hawaii. Their cheese balls (not really balls) have this taste u can't really describe. Has some garlic, something sweet like a buttery taste and of course, THE CHEESE!!! BIG KAHUNA, thanks for the Food! If you are a pizza lover, don't miss out and get here. Only one on the island of Oahu.
(4)Christopher S.
Ok knew time was an issue so ordered ahead of time and told basically an hour. Ok I can live with that. 25 minutes after that time and still not ready. The taste is the only reason for 3 stars. Decor: dated and dusty Timeliness: not Taste: yum.
(3)Corinthian N.
I love the shrimp scampi pizza. The only downfall is its always packed, the parking lot requires validation now, the pizza takes a while to "cook," and sometimes they don't answer the phones when you just want to call in your order ahead of times. Other than that, I love the pizza :)
(4)Chelle S.
Garlic cheese balls are good, like most people have already written about. The dough is soft and flavored with the cheese just right. They have stars taken off because of lack of customer service. I tried calling in the order on our way to the restaurant but I was put on hold. Five minutes later, still no answer. I tried calling with a different phone but no answer. I eventually hung up and tried again. No answer. When we got to the restaurant, it was not busy at all. That's poor customer service in my book.
(3)Chelsey N.
I love their cheesy garlic balls. Love. I would drive quite a distance for that singular menu item. The pizza, if you have an endless amount of time to wait, is also good. Not the best I ever had, but they use quality ingredients and have unique flavors that you can't get from Papa or the Hut. The workers are hit or miss. Sometimes they have this really sassy girl working who seems to just utterly hate her job, and other times the workers are incredibly friendly. I like to take out of town guests here to get a broader taste of "hawaiian pizza" beyond ham and pineapple (ick, stop trying to make fetch happen). The price is hurtful, and the customer service is sometimes there. But they always deliver on taste! Sidenote: Avoid the sandwiches. They can be really stingy on the sandwich contents, see photos.
(3)Yolanda P.
Best pizza on Oahu it is worth the drive friendly customer service and there milk shakes are to die for it a must visit
(5)Ashley V.
CASH ONLY! I figured I'd lay that out before continuing with this review, as I found this out when I walked into this place. My review: Big Kahuna's is most famously known for their garlic cheese balls, which is really good! It's soft bread rolls topped with melted garlic cheese, and it's SO addicting! I used to order p/u from here about once every 2-3 months from elementary through high school, & it was always the same order: Sumo Pizza & Cheese Balls! The Sumo Pizza is a combination of pepperoni, mushrooms, and sausage. If you have never are at Big Kahuna's before my suggestion would be to have the garlic cheese balls and a small personal pan of pizza (of your preferred choice). I have never tried their sandwiches before, but they had a turkey pesto that sounded so good! And I will be back to try it!
(4)Destiny K.
Love love love this pizza. Its a little greasy but most pizza is so hey whatever lol. We got some garlic cheese balls that were good but not garlicky at all. That was a little disappointing. I like that you can split the pizza down the middle and do different toppings. The spinach and tomato, and the pepperoni are my favorite. Im not giving them 5 stars because i was disappointed with the garlic cheese balls, they are in serious need of more seats, and its cash only. But i do still recommend to anyone looking for some good pizza! Oh and byob because they dont serve alcohol
(4)Mikiala C.
Great fresh pizza and garlic cheese balls! Not to mention their shakes, I recommend the crumbled Apple Pie shake, with chunks of fresh apple pie in a vanilla shake. If garlic cheese balls are what your going for, it's best to call ahead to see if they are available. They run out quick. Seating is limited but the wait is worth it.
(4)S. C.
The Garlic Cheese balls are a must try and are always great. Try the white pizza and add chicken. Yum! You'll need to bring cash as they don't take cards. Actually, anything you order will be great. Location is convenient. Near the airport. Plenty of parking.
(5)Eric Robert R.
"Who has the best pizza in Hawaii?" I am asked this question frequently. My friends too. Peeps want to know! It's easy to say JJ Dolan's, Bar 35 and the handful of other gourmet pizza parlors out there! I love those fancy pizza's too, BUT if you want to know MY personal favorite, I go with the airport area fav... BIG KAHUNA'S (PIZZA & STUFF!) If you want your pizza HOT, FAT, CHEESY, ONO, ORGASMIC & MESSY... Here's DA PLACE, BRAH! BIG KAHUNA'S (PIZZA & STUFF!) I love this place because it's locally owned and operated. Foods are always made fresh & hottttt! Everything is delicious! Yes, it's messy, but good messy! Yes, you have to wait 10, 15, 25 minutes for a simple order! Yes, the average calorie count is one-trillion calories per bite, BUT you know what? It's worth every friggin' bite, BRAH! On my last visit here, after a few days in Hilo, I'm jonesing for CHEESE and guess what place is conveniently located near the airport? Yup... BIG KAHUNA'S (PIZZA & STUFF!) Since I've already had the FAB gooey pizza before, I instead decide to go the sandwich route, I order: -KILLAH KALUA PIG SANDWICH- Menehune (small). Succulent Kalua roasted pig with a slight Hawaiian BBQ sauce. In freshly baked bread. -GARLIC CHEESE BUDDA BALLS- Menehune (small). Freshly baked butter & garlic bread balls, topped w/ five cheeses! So gooey & ono! And no shame admitting how much you love the BALLS here! -HAOLE PIZZA- Personal pan. My co-worker got this because she liked the name. Yet, on the mainland they call it "Hawaiian" haha how ironic! Of course, w/ ham, sweet Hawaiian pineapple & green peppers! I didn't get a bite (hey, she was hangry!), but it definitely looked delicious! The names are worth it alone! Pizza names: Kanaka, Haole, Mexican, Potagee, Banzai, Paisano, Texan! Sammy names: Killer Kalua, Paniolo brisket, Da pipeline, Hottie salami, Da New Yorker, Da BLT, Da Cali Club, Jamaican Jerk! Etc., etc. Funnykine! Oh, btw the desserts and shakes here are OFF DA HOOK too, but that's if you can afford adding another trillion-calories to your diet! Heck! Once in awhile, hah! So yup, I definitely recommend this wonderful cheesy place called... BIG KAHUNA'S (PIZZA & STUFF!) It's locally owned, has bomblicious pizza's & stuff, it's always fresh! The place is decorated like a Frankie Avalon tiki beach party and the prices are okay! Awesome place if you don't mind waiting for your order (since it's not made until it's ordered- the way it should be duh), if you don't mind it being located near the airport, and the most important "if you don't mind"... If you don't mind gorging on a couple trillion-calories! Hoooo... But it's so worth it, BRAH! OVERALL GRADE: 4.5-STARS! LIVE ALOHA... YELP REVIEW #353
(5)Myra R.
I waited 45 minutes and " ohh we didn't get a fax order for you.. But if you wanna wait another 44 mins we can place your order" yeah right
(1)H J.
I'm not too sure what all the hype is about... This place isn't that great. It's not bad, but it's not great. For the price, the food is decent. I wish we would have passed on the garlic cheese balls. We could hardly taste the garlic. They were basically dough balls covered in mozzarella.. Nothing special. I had the spinach, tomato, and garlic pizza. It could have been cooked a few mins less in my opinion. It wasn't that flavorful either. My husband had the beef brisket. He said it was worth it.. But not great. It was just over $20 for the two of us. Service was pretty quick and the ladies were very nice. You can also get parking validated with your order. If you're looking for a cheap, okay meal, this is the place. We probably won't be back.
(3)Amy M.
For dinner my sweetie and I walked from our hotel to kahuna. I was looking forward to having another Hawaiian pizza experience. The establishment is small with a few tables to accommodate 2 families and couples. We had stopped to look at the menu that was posted on the window. We decided upon a 12 inch sumo pie which consists of pepperoni, ham, Italian sausage, kalua pork, onions, fresh mushrooms, chopped tomatoes, and black olives. It's made to order so the wait time was about 25-30 minutes. My eyes stopped at a dessert sign on a counter next to the register. A meme Apple pie shake!! I will have one thank you very much. That hit the spot and I was very satisfied. The vanilla icecream being placed on the bottom of the cup was ingenious. It was Mixed in with Apple crumbles, apple slices, and whip cream and satrap to slurp up all the goodness and deliciousness. The pizza was great! I love the Hawaiian touch of having kalua pork on our pizza. The crust was buttery, fresh, light and not too thick. As for the garlic cheese balls... It was bland. I did not taste the garlic. There was an abundance of cheese, but an order of 12 was a lot when it lacks flavor and all I see is just dough. I start my diet tomorrow, but I will be back!!! Great pizza!!!
(4)Bryan P.
Pizza not as good as I remember when it was at the smaller location. But cheese balls are much better. Pizza us still tasty though. I got the sumo, the equivalent to a supreme. They also have sub sandwiches and shakes. Gotta try one of those.
(4)Gabriel T.
I recently came here after a friend suggested to go here for his going away pizza party. Actually I don't really mean party party but you know the hang out get together kine of party. Anyways, the pizza over here is da bomb. I am not a Pizza expert but this may be the best Pizza on the island. We ordered two pans, the chicken and spinach and the meat lovers which comes with all of the meat on it. Both pizzas were just amazing like amazemeatballs kine amazing. The quality, juice, thickness, and texture of the pizza was literally like big kahuna kine. The store itself is actually not really that big where they only have a very few table and seating areas plus a table and seating area outside. They also have dessert like these really nice looking ice cream sundae shakes but I never went ahead and tried it because we were soo full from the awesome pizza. We also had an appetizer which was the cheeseballs (BALLIN') which was just amazing as well. It's located at the Airport center where they also have Starbucks, L&L, Jamba Juice, etc. If you dine in and get something here they will validate your parking. But again, it one of, if not best pizzas on the island. The staff and customer service is great. We dined in and gave us plates and stuff and were helpful in the selections and stuff.
(5)Jason C.
Literally ran out of everything but shakes about an hour and half before closing. Call just in case. Ill give it a higher rating when i try it
(1)Alissa L.
Mmmm tasty. It's a small place & can only accommodate a few dine in patrons but it's worth checking out. The staff is friendly & helpful. We tried their garlic cheese balls, Sumo personal pan & spinach garlic tomato personal pan pizzas. Everything was freshly made & very tasty & cheesy. I've only been here once but plan to come back so I can update worth a more thorough review. I hope top try out one of their awesome looking shakes next time.
(4)Katharine S.
To preface, my husband and I came in for a quick bite to eat after a 10hr direct flight from NY. Not expecting much, nor in the best of moods, we were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food and the positive energy of the staff (shout out to Zyane). I am not one to exaggerate, but the food was outrageous. I had a sandwich with grilled chicken, applewood bacon, pork, lettuce, and tomato on a fresh baked roll, and no lie- one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Zyane also brought us garlic knots, which were really just fresh baked balls of dough with a little garlic and butter (not the typical greasy knot with a nauseating amount of garlic) and it was perfection. I can't stress enough how good the food was, nor how absolutely lovely the people are that work at this establishment. What a great first impression of Honolulu!
(5)Kris B.
Sumo special is the way to go (with cheese balls, of course). Upsides to eating in the restaurant: lots of parking, great food. I feel like the better thing to do, though, is take everything to go. The place is small, their service is pretty meh, but you can't resist the food. Always always get cheese balls. It doesn't matter how full you are, take them to go if you decided to sit down and didn't have any. Better yet - have an order while you eat, and order another round to take home afterward. Yep.
(4)Shayna S.
I've been a long time customer since "hanabada days" of Big Kahuna's pizza but tonight's experience just disappointed my expectations and I could not enjoy my pizza after what happened. First, I placed a phone order which I usually do since you have to wait 20 minutes for your order and it's not too big of a restaurant to wait in if there are people dining in. The girl on the phone had repeated back my order to me of two 12" pizzas and a regular (12 pieces) order of garlic cheese balls. She told me it would be a 20-25 minute wait and I totally understood that due to them having to freshly make the order. When I got there I was welcomed by the female workers and had to run back to my car once I realized that it was cash or personal checks only. I went to the cashier to pay and the girl ringing me up only had one pizza box with my order of garlic cheese balls. I looked at the workers and said I ordered 2 pizzas the girl then replied,"oh my gosh I'm so sorry! I'll have your order rushed." Me thinking that rushed was going to be 15 minutes or less and they'd give the garlic cheese balls complementary because of their mistake! But I was offered nothing not even a drink or anything! By this point you must understand that I was very upset and what made it worst was that the workers didn't seem to give any sympathy for their mistake while they were joking around and playing on their phones the whole 20-25 minutes that I had waited for my second pizza. I got home with one hot pizza, one cold pizza, and a cold order of garlic cheese balls. Still love the food (if it's not COLD) but the service was HORRIBLE!
(1)Christy S.
Kailua pork sandwich is off the chain. Could use MORE BBQ sauce on the sandwich. Their cheesy bread balls are pretty good. Just have to ask for marinara sauce. Friendly service! Military discount given, thank you!
(3)Taro L.
I found a place with pizza and stuffs just like BIG KAHUNAS it's called DOUGHLICIOUS PIZZA they are a small shop in town but with 10+ customer service, curb side pickup and even delivery. thick Kali's pig pizza and their home made cheese bread just like cheese balls but bigger and better and oh it's free when you order a pizza. I don't work for them just want top notch pizza and great customer service. BIG KAHUNA got some one else in HONOLULU making the same class of pizza except with 1000 percent better customer service and delivery!
(1)Shane S.
When: Thursday June 26, 11:45 am. Take-Out for the Office Ordered: (2) Medium Pan Pepperoni Pizza, (2) Medium Pan Italian Sausage Pizza and (2) Regular Orders of the Garlic Cheese Balls. Total Bill: $65.05 My advice here, is to call-in your order ahead of time, whether you are going to eat in or not, because it takes about 30-40 minutes to prepare & bake a Medium Pan. A Personal Pan Pizza's take about 15-20 minutes to bake. Menu's are readily available on their website. Plus, seating is probably limited to about 20-25 people... On this occasion, called in my order and female who answered the phone was articulate and helpful in processing my order. She informed me how long it would take and the total cost of my order. She also reminded me that they only accept Cash & Local Checks and that they did not accept Credit or Debit Cards. When I arrived, male, behind the cashier, friendly greeted me and asked how can I help you...when I mentioned I placed a take-out order, he quickly turned around and said your order was ready...I was in & out in 5 minutes...
(5)Happy J.
This is the best pizza I've ever eaten... And I'm a pizza lover. I stop in whenever I'm near the airport and sometimes make special out of my way pick ups for the family. The people working there care about the food they sell and are generally very nice people.
(5)Sean W.
This is one of the best pizza joints I've ever ate at!! The staff are awesome, the pizza is extraordinary and the garlic balls are fantastical!! My favorite pizza is the meat lovers, but if your in the mood for greatness try the Sumo. Never leave without a large order of Ballz!!
(5)Lyla D.
Gosh, we remembered when this pizza joint used to be on Mapunapuna in a little green "shack" with an unpaved parking lot in front. We used to frequent Da Big Kahuna pizza when we lived in the neighborhood and were too tired to cook dinner. If memory serves me, I think this place has been around since the 80's and moved to the Airport Trade Center sometime in the 90's? Well, whenever it was, the quality and taste of their pizzas, garlic bread balls and desserts haven't changed. Everything STILL tastes as good as I remember. We started our meal with an order of the garlic/cheese balls that are fluffy white bread rolls oozing with garlic butter and cheese AND served hot from the oven. Who can resist fresh bread hot from the oven??? Then our white pizza with shrimp came... Its crust was not too thick or too thin, but just right. You know if you order deep-dish pizza, the crust seems to overwhelm the toppings? Not here! Between the two of us, we almost finished the 12" pizza. What took us so long to return to Da Big Kahuna's Pizza goodness? We can't figure it out, but, we'll certainly be back!
(4)Nathan J.
The pizza is good. Not the best on island but still really good. The garlic cheese knots are the best thing on the menu. Well worth the trip alone.
(4)Steven C.
Love this place. I come here to eat the pizza usually. Today, decided to try the pastrami. Best I've had on the island.
(5)Kevin G.
Pizza was great. I will be going there again when people come to visit. It does take a while for the food but it's worth it. I would call ahead of time and place my order a good 15 Minutes before I get there next time. You have to try the garlic cheese balls.
(4)Sharon S.
... Great pizza and food ... Just remember it's a CASH Only ... eatery
(5)Nancy H.
We ordered pizza tonight from Big Kahunas for the first time in a while. I was sooo looking forward to that first yummy bite. Such. A. Disappointment. Not only was the pizza not thick and gooey like it used to be, but it wasn't even hot. It tasted like it had been sitting a while, and not even under the warmers. I used to not mind paying in cash, even though it was a big inconvenience (and completely archaic in this day and age), but now it's totally not worth the hassle. I also didn't mind the long wait for my pizza because it used to be so tasty. Definitely not worth it now! At least now I will no longer crave Big Kahuna pizza. I'll go to Boston Pizza instead...
(2)Laura C.
My husband and I bought pizza from here a few times while we were staying at the best western that's across the street and we were pretty impressed! Great tasting pizza and very fast! You can tell that the crust is homemade and it's so good! I would suggest this place to anyone in town who wants some good pizza!
(4)Jessica P.
First time visit. Ordered Eggplant personal pizza, BBQ Chicken personal pizza, and the New Yorker Pastrami sandwich. Everything tasted amazing. The pizza crust didn't overpower the meal. The pizza sauce was light enough to let your taste buds enjoy the toppings. We watched several customers order shakes. So we wanted to order one as well, but by the time we did they had run out of ice cream {insert sad face here}. The nice touch was that they completed our meal with complimentary chocolate chip cookies. So good!! Will definitely be back for more pizza and sandwiches with high hopes for ordering their strawberry banana shake!
(5)Hoku T.
BIGGEST DOWN FALL (besides the cash/check only): CALL ABOUT 1 HOUR AHEAD of that TIME you plan to EAT all this yummy goodness. If you decide to dine in or take out: CALL AHEAD! Great food... the pizzas are awesome here; with thick bready crust cooked to golden perfection. Sandwiches are tasty and loaded. Garlic cheese balls... need I say more? If you like starch this is the place to go by they bake their own bread! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!
(4)Doyer Y.
The beef samich was great. Also, get the garlic balls and pizza. Phone in for lunch times to reduce the wait. And the shakes, my gaaaaaaaaawd, are off the hizzook.
(5)David Q.
We just arrived from California super hungry and this was the spot to go to recommended by the locals. The manager here was so welcoming. He gave us complimentary garlic balls and also drinks. Made our day especially coming off a rough flight. Great food and service. Check it out for yourselves.
(5)Crystal B.
I don't know how I have lived here all these years and never heard of Big Kahuna's Pizza??!! I think it might be the best kept secret on the island. Some friends recently brought a spinach, garlic and tomato pizza and cheesy garlic knots for a get together and....wow! Both items were fresh, flavorful and delicious, but it was definitely all about the cheesy garlic knots. I dreamed about them that night (*_*). So simple, but soooooooo good. I can't wait to go back and get more and try their Sumo pizza. Ditch the chain pizza places and give this place a try!
(4)Lisa R.
Better than mainland. Garlic balls!!!
(5)Angry K.
GARLIC. CHEESE. BALLS. Eat them. Get them. Love them. Be fat, but love them! I drag EVERYONE here for garlic cheese balls, or get them to go! Yes yes yes! :9 Sandwiches and pizza are excellent too! Try the white pizza... mmmm. So good. Very happy they moved to a place with better parking!
(5)Taro L.
I found a place with pizza and stuffs just like BIG KAHUNAS it's called DOUGHLICIOUS PIZZA they are a small shop in town but with 10+ customer service, curb side pickup and even delivery. thick Kali's pig pizza and their home made cheese bread just like cheese balls but bigger and better and oh it's free when you order a pizza. I don't work for them just want top notch pizza and great customer service. BIG KAHUNA got some one else in HONOLULU making the same class of pizza except with 1000 percent better customer service and delivery!
(1)Paul B.
Its a small joint that's had out of the way but has great food. Nice atmosphere and the employees were all very friendly. Ordered the garlic cheese balls and a small cheese pizza and they were amazing. My girlfriend and I will definitely be making this a regular stop.
(5)Chaulcey C.
garlic balls are good. the cashier is a miserable bitch and wasnt helpful at all.
(2)Pat G.
High quality, thin crust pizza. More like New York and Boston style than Chicago style pan pizza. Definitely better than than the chains (Pizza Hut, Papa John's, Domino's), but not great. For a letter grade, I give them an "A-." Might be the best pizza on Oahu. Big Kahuna's is also known for their garlic cheese balls, and my 6-year-old liked them better than his cheese pizza. This is their equivalent of garlic cheese fries, and looks just as messy. The staff is very friendly, and our order was ready in about 15 minutes. Everything was served (very) hot. Most of the patrons were military families, which makes sense given that the restaurant is located near military housing. The restaurant is decorated with a surf theme. Lots of surfboards, a "grass shack" over the counter, beach murals, etc. Classic Rock played on the stereo. We will probably return a couple of times a year. Pros: - Plenty of parking Cons: - Cash only. No credit cards! - Only one size of fountain soda - huge - and no fruit juices. - Small, crowded eating area. Be ready to order "to go" in case the place is full.
(4)Maile F.
Yum O! Yum O! Love the pizza. And don't forget dessert! Hawaiian Wedding Cake-coconut chantilly cream triple layer golden cake. Ono!
(4)Maryam H.
Food is ono! This was my first time trying this place, food is great. Expect to wait. They don't take credit or debt cards. I had the portagee pizza!! Amazing!
(3)Kami C.
The service is great and the garlic balls are AMAZING. They do tend to run out of toppings and garlic balls towards the end of the night but they have great customer service and delicious pizzas. PLUS they have a military discount~!! Cash only unfortunetly but at least the atm isn't far away!
(5)Thomas P.
This place has the best cheesy garlic balls out there. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I always get a pizza but on a sandwich bread instead. But their dough its awesome too. Its not super cheap but it is super good. If you like big soft buns...lol... on a sandwich that is, then you will love their pork sandwich and the bread they serve it on. Bottom line is come here get some awesome garlic cheese balls and enjoy everything. If you come here for lunch call ahead cause its a long wait. If you come here for dinner call ahead cause its a long wait.
(4)Jack W.
Good Pizza and very quick service once we ordered. Buy 1 get the 2nd half off and we received 10% off military discount. The pizza was very delicious as well as the complimentary garlic cheese balls. Give this place a try if you haven't already.
(5)Psyche S.
My wife goes here quite often as she works nearby, but this was my first go. Because she always tells me how good her lunch was, and how they often surprise them with extra "taste tests", I decided I'd better give it a try. Upon walking in, I was a bit surprised how small the place was (not many tables inside). But my wife, being a regular, called ahead to have a table reserved. Smart, because there weren't any open even thought it was an hour before closing time. We called in our order of a pepperoni (for the kids) and a Mexican for us adults. It's deep dish style, which was great because I was in the mood for more crust than thin. While were waiting for our pizza, I noticed the family next to us all ordered the pulled pork sammy, so of course I needed to try. The pizzas were very good! Lots of stuff on them and priced fair. I really enjoyed the Mexican pizza, and so did my wife except she found it a bit too spicy for her taste..... Lightweight! LoL The pulled pork sammy was very good also. The bread/bun is very nice. A nice beer would have made all of this pretty darn stupendous We will be back again for sure! Also, it definitely seemed like there were a lot of "regulars" there (always a good sign), and the service was even better than the food!!!
(4)Terrance J.
This place is ideal. Great price, military discount, large portions, and great atmosphere for relaxing. Service was great and food tasted well. Had a bbq pizza sandwich and a peanut butter chocolate shake. Very impressed!
(5)J M.
I really miss this place. We were a frequent costumer here when we live in Hawaii. They serve unique items, specially the sumo pizza. It is a little pricey for its size, but if you are in Hawaii, you definitely need to try it.
(5)Jane M.
Omg....... 4 Words.... Garlic... Butter.... Cheese.... Bread.... You must try their epic goodness........ I haven't had such amazing bread in my life till I tried it here (granted I LOVE garlic and cheese, this was a amazing combo that made me happy!)
(5)Laura R.
If you only read one part of my review, read this: always get the garlic cheese balls. This is a great little pizza place out near the airport. I've been there multiple times, but I chose it most recently for the sake of my vegan friend's dietary needs. We both ordered the vegetarian 7" pie, hers with vegan cheese and mine with regular. Both were delicious! The staff is friendly; they offer military discounts; and it's a BYOB establishment. Also, they serve one of the most delectable comfort foods on the island: garlic cheese balls. Space is limited inside the restaurant, so seating is sometimes hard to come by. It's also a cash (or local check) only establishment, so be sure to come with some of that. Otherwise, you'll be stuck paying the extortionary fee ($3.25) at the ATM next door. On this last visit, my friend and I were also given sample milkshakes to try. She had the vegan chocolate shake, and I chose the Kona coffee shake. I'm not ready to call myself a psychic, but I do see myself ordering that in the future! One last thing, always get the garlic cheese balls.
(5)Eugenia W.
Back again because it's that good. LOVE the garlic cheese balls. And the buy one get one 1/2 off is perfect for this family of 5. Not to mention Military Discount. They will always get repeat business from us because on out first visit I didn't know about the mil discount. The young man at the register overheard us talking about it and without asking he brought me the money I would have gotten off. \m/
(5)Michael P.
By far the best pizza I've had here in Oahu. There are many different types to choose from and today I got the haole which is pretty similar to Hawaiian but with peppers. This isn't a bad place to come to prior to checking to your flight at HNL as it's located within feet to airport entrance. Bring cash as they don't except debit/credit.
(5)Kelli S.
They ran out of their 21" pizzas & garlic balls an hr before closing--how can a pizza place run out of pizzas?!?
(1)Stephanie S.
Da Best Cheese balls and pizza also love the Kalua Pork sandwich
(5)Brad N.
Kanaka pizza was good. Could have used a little more sauce though. About $8 for a 7" personal pan pizza. There were plenty of vegetarian options. Kanaka pizza tasted like it could've had MSG, probably in the kalua pork. I still like Family BBQ at the end of the parking lot better, but Kahuna Pizza is a good alternative if you have any vegetarians with you. No credit cards. Cash and local checks only.
(4)Geoff K.
So you're waiting to eat some of that great Big Kahuna's food. The pizza that Yelp has voted best pizza. The gigantic pulled pork sandwiches with huge tender, fatty, juicy pieces of pork encased in a home made sweet bread bun. Those Garlic Cheese Balls that are so good they can be a meal all by itself. You're probably sitting there asking you're self "WHAT THE HELL IS TAKING THEM SO LONG!!!?; DO I REALLY HAVE TO WAIT THIS LONG FOR MY FOOD!!!?". Answer: Yes indeed, you do have to wait this long for your food. In my case it was 50 minutes after I had called my order in so I didn't have to wait :( The food here is great. I wish I had to time to eat here.
(2)Iceman T.
I give this business a 5 stars(since i don't believe in 2-4 stars, its either good or bad in my case) It's a little hard to find at first but when you've located this spot the pizza is delicious. Not quite there with the best of them, just darn good. The pizza is pretty greasy, and the crust was okay. It took about 20 minutes for my pizza which i purchased the 7inch for about 6bucks. The counter girl was pretty cute, but i didn't go there for the ikandy. The place looked kinda cheesy with the fake grass huts. Overall the pizza was good.
(5)Matt F.
Good stuff. Money well spent. I had the sumo while my wife had the Texan.....they definitely don't skimp on the toppings. Highly recommend going to this place.
(5)Paul C.
Great food, and very friendly staff. Between their pizza's and pipeline sandwiches, you can't go wrong with Big Kahuna's! I know many people rave about their garlic cheeseballs, but I enjoy the pipeline sandwiches even moreso, especially an Italian sausage with sweet and sour sauce!
(5)G Y.
i am not a deep dish fan and BK isn't my favorite although still a good pie. pizza and sandwiches seem very oily and almost too tasty (salty)....i know its pizza what should i expect but take um easy on the salt please. parking very easy but place is wide but when it gets busy the place gets crowded fast
(3)Missy S.
Love their kalua pork sandwhich. They give you a huge bun with bbq sauce and pork and is just an overall good and unique combo. One of my favorite things to order there are the cheese balls. Their really good! They put tons of cheese and garlic tasting salt. Not really a fan of their chicken and onion pizza though. It just didn't amaze me. Also sad that they don't do the turkey sandwhich with the shredded cabbage anymore. Those sandwhiches were great. But overall this is a great place to come to when your around the airport area.
(4)Brian A.
We stopped by here because we wanted a snack and heard so much about these cheese balls. So, that's pretty much what we got. I was not impressed. It was way too doughy for me. I think it needs something more like tomato sauce. It has a nice tropical vibe inside, which is cool and a lot more than most other pizza joints can boast. All the paraphernalia is interesting to look at and read. It is a bit on the smaller side though. I think next time we'll skip the cheese balls and just try a plain old pizza.
(2)Pat D.
Fabulous super loaded pizza and cheese balls to die for. Was going to take a picture but ate the cheese balls too quickly. Ordered the vegetarian with pepperoni. Fun atmosphere.
(5)Michu K.
I love Big Kahuna's. Their pizza is super delicious.. so delicious, i haven't tried any of their sub-options.. i just can not stray away from the pizza.. They allow you to create your own- which i do with tomatoes, basil and cheese.. and the hubs always gets Da Sumo.. It helps to call ahead your order- especially if you're picking up.. but also if you're going to be dining in- unless you want to wait the 20 minutes or so.. if you're waiting for pick up- there's a starbucks at the other end of the plaza.. :D anyways- i love. don't forget -- it's cash only and show military ID for discount!
(5)Jarod H.
Five stars. For me, just to have pizza is just heaven! Sumo is ono & full of flavor. The white pizza was okay. Now, the Mexican pizza...that's a winner! The cheese balls are good (but you gotta eat it hot), only thing, something was missing from the cheese balls in flavor. Wonder if some marinara sauce would kick it up a notch? But, all in all, pizza is ono.
(5)Robert H.
GARLIC CHEESE BALLS!!!!!!! The pizza is really good. My wife likes the sandwiches and the garlic cheese balls are amazing! Everyone should definitely try this place out! On a side note, I had ordered a 12in pizza and two orders of the cheese balls. When my order was ready, the lady screamed "Who has the 12 inch and two balls?!" I was going to reply with a funny comment but all I could do was laugh hysterically and raise my hand. Good food though, I recommend it.
(4)Geoffrey K.
Ooh yea... If you have never been to this spectacular place you gotta try it... the burgers or pizzas are great... The place is a little small though so you may not have any place to sit... Also it usually takes about 20 minutes to get your food, which can be long but its well worth the wait... All in all this place is delicious, I recommend the Killer Kalua Pork Sandwich or the Sumo Pizza...
(4)Hanna M.
Have tried to go there a few times but every time the line is so damn long that even when I try to wait, it's just too long. They need to do something about this because it's very frustrating!!
(1)Amanda S.
The food is pretty good but somewhat expensive for what you get. Also, you have to wait a really long time for your order. Though, the cheesy garlic balls are really good.
(3)Jimmy Y.
Great Hawaiian hole-in-the-wall place.
(5)Shaun C.
The only reason to come here is for the sumo pizza. Other than that, they are just as good as other similar types of pizzas joints. So get the SUMO!
(4)Wilmar D.
I haven't been back to Hawaii since 1996, but one of the things that remains strong in my memories besides 1940's-built elementary schools, malls with monorails, and ginormous centipedes is garlic cheese rolls. I still miss you, amazing morsels of amazingness...
(5)Shantel V.
garlic. cheese. balls. there's really not much to say after that. the best ever! and im glad that no one has ever tried to duplicate these because it would be embarrassing. besides the garlic cheese balls, the pizza and the sandwiches are awesome also. i remember getting some bbq pork sandwich and it was HUUGE!! well worth it. definitley worth it.
(5)Nai G.
This was the first place we ate at when we moved to Oahu. Its right by the airport. The garlic balls are off the hook. The pizza & porksandwich was pretty good too. i had a kona shake there that was ok. I wouldn't stay to eat because its so small but its a nice carry out spot.
(4)Jennifer C.
I've been here twice and I love their garlic balls! I usually get the kalua pig pizza, cause it's sooooooo ono! :]
(4)Chuck J.
This place is great. The pizza is good. And the toppings are piled on and tasty. I recommend this place to anyone who wants good pizza.
(5)j j.
Unique and delicious. We have eaten pizza on the Mainland, in Europe an various places in the islands. Big Kahuna's is not a chain. Their pizza is made fres and served hot. It is small, intimate with a cheerful, attentive wait staff. Give it a try.
(5)Scott K.
Great cheese balls!!!! Other food was great but it did take a while for the food to come.... Overall great place that I will come back to as much as I can.
(4)Carissa U.
So I only heard about this place because of my ex and his family. It was a tiny shack looking of a place on Puuloa. Apparently this place moved to the plaza by the airport. Although I liked the other location just because it seemed more of a local secret, this place is known for their ho ono' garlic cheese balls. I'm a fan of the pipeline sandwich (I put one meat, mushrooms, and olives). I always pick up at least once before I leave for the mainland. People on planes get plenty jealous. Good stuff.
(5)Michael E.
Delicious pizza, amazing cheese balls.
(4)Ann M.
Food is fantastic!!! Not good if you are watching your weight. But they are SOOOOOO SLOW. Expect about at *least* a 45 min wait. Even if you call in. Past 4 times we went, it took about as long if not longer. As you wait for your order...smelling the onolicious aromas, you can observe that they do not operate efficiently. But food is so delicious...that everyone puts up with this just to get their food.
(4)Ralph R.
Wait staff friendly. Milk shakes decent. Subs were OK but nothing spectacular. Would not go out of the way to eat here. Seems like mostly tourists in here. Should have stuck with my golden rule of not eating anywhere that is full of only haoles.
(3)KC M.
Worst service ever! We arrived for dinner, party of 9 (5 of them being kids) @ 6pm and we were the first ones there. Placed an order for 2 pizzas and garlic cheese balls, waited patiently and no food. Finally after 30+ minutes the garlic balls arrived; by this time everyone was starving and it was gone in no time. Still waiting for our pizzas (another 30+ minutes), finally went up to inquire about our order, we were told it should be out soon but noticed others had their order before us. By this time the entire restaurant was full, standing room only. We FINALLY got our pizzas; it wasn't hot and the bottom was soggy. It would have been nice if someone kept us informed about our order and why it was taking so long. I felt bad for the family sitting behind us, they arrived soon after we did and when we left (around 7:30pm), they still didn't receive their food! We don't plan on dining here again, not worth it.
(1)Mike D.
I had a pan pizza with all the meats. I have ordered similar pizzas from other pizza joints before, but I have never had so much meat on them. In addition to the standard pepperoni, ham, sausage and bacon, there was some king of sausage slices that were delicious, heaps of pulled pork, and the bacon was whole strips -- a personal pan was enough for 2 meals! I also had some cheesy garlic balls that were excellent! Baked mozzarella on bread that was drenched in garlic butter! My kids are going to love this place! I saw the milkshakes that looked awesome, I will have to try that next!
(5)Takashi H.
Big Kahuna's Pizza is one of my inspirations to start a local suffer list. Full of flavor and calories, these pizzas, subs, shakes, and more are the perfect way to replenish after a hard session at the beach. And when I say replenish, I'm talking full on kanak attack. Call ahead to skip the line and anticipate a full house. Get the pizza home quickly because it loses its charm when cold. Bring cash or local checks and you'll cover the tab without any trouble. Otherwise, you will find yourself paying a $3.25 atm fee down the way at Central Pacific Bank. You can get a mene (small) shake with that!
(4)Jay T.
Cash or checks only. I only came here for the garlic cheese balls which are bomb! But most of all. Customer service is great. The cashier didn't only acknowledged me by name but also gave me a free drink for waiting but I think it's because he's just awesome. I didn't get his name but it seems like they were all friendly. This restaurant is located in a private lot but your ticket will get validated by the store/restaurant. All in all, this is a nice little joint w/ great customer service; highly recommended to pay a visit!
(5)Alicia P.
The pizza here is soooo good! A little pricey compared to the big chains but oh so worth it. And you definitely have to get the garlic cheese balls!!! I could eat a pan or two of those all to myself. The only down side is that it's cash only...no cards accepted. But a little planning ahead and it's no big deal.
(5)Emily J.
Fabulous! Cash only. Hubby had meat lovers personal pan pizza and I had BBQ chicken(pictured). We got the garlic rolls on the house! $20 dinner for 2 in Hawaii
(5)Hannah G.
Don't accept credit cards which is very inconvenient but the pizza was delicious! $17.80 for a 12 inch pepperoni is a little ridiculously priced. If you don't mind paying then it's a great choice because it was great pizza. There is VERY limited seating too.
(4)Toni F.
We got 2 different personal pan pizzas & both were completely burnt, the entire bottom & crust were black! We got one pepperoni & one white pizza & both tasted disgusting. Very disappointing when the place had such high reviews. My friend also got a hot sausage sandwich that she didn't like. They offer no salad on the menu & only accept cash. The only positive thing I can say about the place is that the garlic cheese balls were good. I would never go here again! Major disappointment!!
(1)Jose G.
Heard about it from a friend and definitely had to try it. This place is so good that I keep coming back. So many choices and all very good.
(4)Janis G.
My co-workers raved about this place. In my opinion, it's just ok. The pizza was ok, the garlic cheese balls were ok, and their sandwiches were ok. Now, this is what is missing from their reviews: KONA COFFEE SHAKE. The BEST shake I ever had. So, if you stop by....try the Kona Coffee shake. You will not be disappointed! Oh yeah, and bring cash cause that's all they take. They do have an ATM machine close by.
(2)Andy J.
The garlic cheese balls were pretty disappointing, not sure what all the hype is about. Pizza crust was pretty good.
(3)Niko D.
The food was legit Hawaiian fusion. Their cheese balls were on point and their service was the best service I've had in a long time. Definitely know why the locals recommended it!! They have my stamp of approval for sure!!
(5)Vassa M.
Pretty good, they ran out of bread for my sandwich after I had ordered and they came up to let me know to order something else, then they refunded me for the sandwich after I ordered a pizza to replace my sandwich. Not a bad deal, the cheesy bread was good and made fresh.
(4)Joseph C.
Great sandwiches!!! Pizza is a little on the spendy side. Garlic balls = too greasy for me but most love them.
(4)Aaron R.
I went here during my one-year wedding anniversary trip to Hawaii. The pizza was great! It was unique from other pizza that I've had on the U.S. mainland. The garlic cheese balls are definitely worth getting! Parking was easy. My only negative (and this goes for a lot of places in Hawaii) is that there wasn't much in the way of seating and it was very crowded. Try to go during an off-time.
(4)W W.
Pizza is awesome. It has this crunchy bottem crust unlike most pizza places. Da Sumo Special is like their combo KaLua pork only known in Hawaii. Their cheese balls (not really balls) have this taste u can't really describe. Has some garlic, something sweet like a buttery taste and of course, THE CHEESE!!! BIG KAHUNA, thanks for the Food! If you are a pizza lover, don't miss out and get here. Only one on the island of Oahu.
(4)Christopher S.
Ok knew time was an issue so ordered ahead of time and told basically an hour. Ok I can live with that. 25 minutes after that time and still not ready. The taste is the only reason for 3 stars. Decor: dated and dusty Timeliness: not Taste: yum.
(3)Corinthian N.
I love the shrimp scampi pizza. The only downfall is its always packed, the parking lot requires validation now, the pizza takes a while to "cook," and sometimes they don't answer the phones when you just want to call in your order ahead of times. Other than that, I love the pizza :)
(4)Kalani C.
I'm actually a big fan of Big Kahuna Pizza. They are unique in serving up delicious deeper dish style pizza. Not Chicago style by any stretch, but probably the closest you'll get to those mammoth pies. We enjoy the Vegetarian. Just something about the sauce that makes that pie sing. I also like the Jamaican Jerk Chicken with bacon, green onions, sweet roasted red peppers and jerk seasoning in the crust. You have a choice of their Traditional, Specialty or World Class pizzas and all can be converted into a sandwich. I haven't tried the infamous garlic cheese balls or their old fashioned shakes (chocolate peanut butter and caramel sounds decadent). A bit spendy at $19.95 for the World Class varieties and CASH ONLY, but overall worth every morsel. Support local. Now, come eat! #Yelp 365: 027/365
(4)Teri B.
Wow! The Kailua pork sandwich is DELICIOUS! The bread is AMAZING! Bread is fresh and soft and the pork was just right and the sauce was fabulous. Service was great. I couldn't eat the whole sandwich! (Didn't realize till after they offer a half size and that would have been perfect) The BAD part is that we only discovered this on our way to the airport. It was the best casual meal we ate the whole time on Oahu. Full sandwich was $9 and they don't take debit- cash or local check.
(5)James V.
Oh my god this place is awesome! What is not to like.
(4)Jennifer H.
garlic cheese balls! strawberry shake!
(5)Jim C.
Great little place. I prefer the sandwiches but the pizzas are the favorite of my friends. Great attitude and friendliness from/of the staff
(5)Paul K.
This place is awesome. The pizza is amazing, the cheesy bread is terrific and the service was great too. It's a favorite on the way to the airport if someone has to arrive at the airport around dinner time. It would be good after picking up hungry passengers too. Seating is limited, the biggest downfall of the place. Calling ahead helps a lot tho, you can even place your order if you want to keep things moving.
(4)Adam S.
Went on a Friday night. Service was good. If you are picky about your pizza like I am, I wouldn't suggest getting pizza here. Didn't care for the deep dish/chicago style crust and found the pizza sauce lacked flavor. To end on a positive note, pizza/soda was reasonably priced. Oh & one more thing, cash only!
(2)Jessie W.
We went here tonight and even though it was just okay, it wasn't amazing. Even the Garlic Cheese Balls weren't all that great to us. I think we will continue to look for our pizza place on the island. Very limited seating maybe 6-7 tables and only 4 additional outside.
(2)Les Is More M.
disclaimer: if the wait wasn't so long today, I'd have given a 5 star review. been here before, and business meeting brought me out so a pit stop for lunch was in order. this place is in that little airport trade center near L&L, same complex as starbucks/jamba. you know the place. I ordered a small pepperoni pizza. it's as it always is, hot, gooey and dripping with grease, chicago style!!! LOL this isn't your pizza hut personal pan pizza by any stretch, the ingredients are so much fresher. that is the first thing you notice. second thing you notice is how your arteries are clogging as you eat all the fresh baked goodness in. this could be the most underrated pizza in the state, for sure. the grease which drips from the pizza and pepperoni starts to coagulate in your system almost immediately, but that's how you know you're getting good pizza!! LOL the only pizza I've ever had which was dripping with even more orange grease than this place was back in manhattan (NY). holy guacamole, this is great pizza. this pizza is better than anything auntie pasto's serves up, and far superior to those pizza joints which specialize in fast-food type deals. sorry pizza hut, boston's, domino's, you can't hang with DA BIG KAHUNA!!! the costco pizzas have almost as much grease, but nowhere near as much taste and flavors. I will defiinitely be back, unless I have a heart attack first.
(4)Jermy D.
Never am I disappointed when I come to dine here. First of all, garlic, cheese balls. Those three words bring warm to my tummy and soul. You cannot go wrong...unless you are allergic to garlic, cheese, and bits of dough enveloped in that delicious combo. Their white pizza is some of the best white pizza I've ever met and ate. The ratio of cheese to garlic to crust transports me into a heavenly, cheesy trance. I've just recently discovered their sandwiches, which are equally delicious. You can even turn a pizza into a sandwich. If you choose this delicious option, know that the menehune size is quite large (for me that is). The size is comparable to those focaccia sandwiches at starbucks...but 200 times more delicious. Staff is super friendly. Just remember that this is a cash or check only joint, so make sure you have that on hand.
(5)Andrea T.
We go here sometimes for lunch!! Very tasty and decent prices... Only reason it lost a star is because they only take cash and I always have to hit up an ATM to eat there because I just dont carry cash. Fortunately there IS an ATM nearby, just a slight inconvenience. Great food though!
(4)Peaches S.
Good food, I had the Sumo special pizza and my hubby said the Texan sandwich was awesome. Would definitely recommend this to those who like local grinds and pizza.
(4)Nathan N.
Garlic Cheese Balls. These things count as two meals. Buttery, sweet bread deliciousness with garlic, olive oil, a crap ton of cheese and enough cholesterol to clog your arteries in seconds. But hey, you'll die happy. Can I have the leftovers? Other awesome selections are: Da Sumo Special pizza Kanaka pizza Killer Kalua Pork sandwich Paniolo Beef Brisket sandwich
(5)Eve K.
CPK gone the Hawaiian styled pan pizza way in a super casual small location. 3.5 stars. Here's the menu if you wanna check it out, as it took a bit of looking for: bigkahunaspizza.net/imag… Cost to worth it rating: 3 (standard around $20 for a larger speciality pizza) Highlights: - Fun variety of pizzas: hawaiian, teriyaki, portuguese, chinese (sweet and sour), mexican (chorizo), texan (beef brisket), - Kalua pork pizza: comes with a sweet bbq sauce, kalua pork, and green onions--great combo. I found the pork cooked quite well--not too dry. Kanaka is the official name. - All meat pizza: not just pepperoni and ground meat here. This should be called the big kahuna with this meaty lineup: bacon, kalua pork, italian sausage, ham, portuguese sausage & beef brisket. - Sandwiches: pastrami was a special on the board and my dad LOVED it (and he's very picky). For one it's huge so get the small unless you are ravenous or are Michael Phelps. You can also make any pizza a sandwich for a fun option. - Garlic cheese balls: large meatball sized dough pieces swimming in butter and garlic and topped with shredded melted cheeses. Good starter to get you prepped for the pizza to come. Midlights: - Atmosphere: Even though it's in a strip mall, I like the beachy theme and feel of it with surfboards on the wall and hut coverings over the tables. Looks like it's mostly used for take out--only a few tables for seating. Lowlights: - Outages: when we ordered they were out of medium sized pizzas so we had to order multiple small sizes which was a bit strange. Also it seems like this may be a regular occurrence because they had a printed laminated sign at the register they must pull when needed. They also had a note ready for the garlic balls and there was some confusion of how many were left at our time of ordering. After we sat for a few minutes it looks like they were taking medium orders again so it would've been nice if waiting for it would be an option. - Cash only Good grub. Not sure if I'd drive out for it, but when I'm coming or going around the airport, I'd stop in again.
(3)Melissa J.
This place has some pretty incredible reviews, and that is exactly why I wanted to try it! A few months ago I went in for lunch and saw that they had a special so I decided to order that. It was an Italian style sandwich. The meat was good but it was just entirely to much bread on a sandwich for me. I can tell this place has potential and I don't think that 200+ people are wrong in their reviews ... I think I just need to give it another try ... but next time their PIZZA :) Also, props to the owner or manager of Big Kahuna for being personally involved with Yelp and reading our reviews. She saw that I was not to pleased with my meal based on my review so she reached out to me with a suggestion of what to try next time AND said that when I come in I get free garlic bread on the house. I will come again Big Kahuna ... and next time I will get one of your yummy pizzas so that I can raise this 3 star review to a 4 or 5! I know you won't disappoint!
(3)Tracie F.
The best pizza on the island!!! From the atmosphere, to the staff, to the quality of food...this place rocks! And what beats free cheesy balls if it is your first visit? Life does not get better than this. Their sumo pizza is wonderful. The ingredients are fresh and the crust is a wonderful homemade dough. The sauce perfectly compliments the toppings. It is seriously heaven. Do not forget to top off your meal with a delicious ice cream shake. Try the apple pie shake it is awesome!!!
(5)Ira J.
Do you remember the old Big Kahuna's Pizza location on Puuloa Road? It had an unimaginable amount of charm. Don't get me wrong. I remember: It was a complete dive. It and its parking lot were almost always packed beyond capacity. Yet somehow, it felt like a secret spot where only I and my closest friends knew we could get awesome pizza and sandwiches. How did that pull that off? I'll tell you how: charm. Along came the Hawaii State DOT in 2003 to widen Puuloa Road and BOOM: after just over 5 years of construction; one mile of Puuloa Road was one lane wider, our State coffers were drained of $16 million, and Big Kahuna's Pizza was left without its charm. Even without its charm, Big Kahuna's Pizza still produces awesome pizza and sandwiches. So much so, that they are still often packed beyond capacity. But now; that feels painful, not charming. A wider Puuloa Road is kind of nice though.
(4)Wendy A.
The pizza was good but the garlic cheese balls were out of this world. This is a cash or local check place so make sure you bring your paper not plastic. :)
(4)BagLady M.
After hearing my sister rave about this place forever, I finally got to try Da Sumo Special deep dish pizza--and now I get why she's been raving! It is chock-full of meats (pepperoni, italian sausage, portuguese sausage to name a few) and, as their takeout menu exclaims, is "broke da mouth" ONO! The outer crust is cooked small-kine "ko-geh" to ensure thoroughly cooked toppings, but was still palatable. Their 12" pan ($21.95) and 12 garlic cheese balls ($6.25) were more than enough to feed 3 of us. I really liked the cheese balls, even better than the ones served at Bravos; these were not as greasy/oily. We walked in to order, and waited for about 15-20 minutes. There were quite a few people coming in to place their orders; I was quite surprised, being that this location is fairly out of the way (across the same road from Byron's/Chevron, in a little strip mall w/Starbucks.) So I would suggest calling in and picking up; no delivery available. Which is what I will do next time--there will definitely be a lot more "next times" from me!!!
(5)Caitlin T.
So occasionally I like to eat vegetarian so when I saw they had a grilled eggplant sandwich, I immediately wanted to try it. Not to mention all the rave reviews of the garlic cheese balls. We called in our order for 2 sandwiches and an order of garlic cheese balls. The girl told us they were out of the balls. What? You are known for them and are probably made out of the dough you make there. Whatevers, ok. She also said it would be at least 30 minutes for our order to be ready. Kind of long for 2 sandwiches. We get there and they have our cheese balls with our order. Alright, good. We take them home and I try them for the first time. Eh. Balls of the dough used for the sandwich bread with some cheese melted on top with a small amount of garlic sprinkled on only the middle balls. Not impressed. My husband said that they used to be a lot better. The sandwiches on the other hand, were very good. Very flavorful for a veggie sandwich. Husband had Da New Yorker sandwich which he thoroughly enjoyed as well. We will be back for more sandwiches and maybe a pizza.
(3)Dannielle N.
We ate here tonight after finding it on yelp. The food was great! We ordered a 7" pepperoni, 7" meat lovers, 7" California club, a small order of cheese balls, and then we finished with shakes to go (one chocolate, one peanut butter chocolate, and one strawberry banana). I would definitely recommend the food here! They gave us a military discount and gave us the cheese balls for free when we mentioned that we found the place on yelp! Not sure if they do this regularly but it was cool! The only downside to this was that they were kind of slow. There weren't a lot of people dining in but it took a good 20-30 minutes to get our food and then another 20-30 minutes to get our shakes later. But all in all the food was good and we'll probably call our order in next time.
(4)Artemis A.
Customer service sucks. However, the product itself keeps you coming back. Yes, that's how good it is. Pipeline sandwiches, pizza and every single dessert is ONOlicious. Coconut haupia (wedding cake) is my fave. I just wish they would serve fresh green salads. Garlic balls.....mmmm..........they are a story of its own.
(4)Roberto L.
Went here for dinner and we really enjoyed it. We added some new things to the usual and I still picked up my normal. Drinks: Chocolate/Strawberry/Vanilla Bean Shake These were pretty good. Nothing too mind blowing, but overall delicious. Food: The misses had a sandwich that looked amazing. It was huge and packed with veggies. She really enjoyed it. I ate a Kanaka pizza. I have had the personal pizzas, and they are not worth the price. The medium pizza on the other hand is a lot better size to money ration. The pizza was awesome (as always) and I enjoyed it a lot. BOTTOM LINE -------------------- I recommend this place to anyone looking for some great sandwiches and pizza. If you are dining in be prepared to fight for a table, I have rarely seen any empty. I would suggest you get it to go. If you go here, be prepared for delicious!
(4)Lee C.
The food was bomb !! the sumo was on hit loved it so much had to get myself seconds lol ...wifey had the pulled pork and that was on hit too ..Would recommend this spot to anyone visiting the Island :-)
(4)Savannah G.
I've only eaten here once but when I did, I was impressed. I haven't tried too many pizza joints on the island because the few I have tried have been disappointing but I definately was not disappointed here! First, you must get the garlic cheese balls. They are scrumptious and good to help take the edge off when you are STARVING and can't wait for your pizza to come out. My husband and I got the half-order and that was plenty for us. We ordered Da Sumo pizza based on all of the recommendations and it was quite tasty. The crust wasn't dry and it had a good fluffy consistency. Despite all of the ingredients on this pizza, I didn't feel they overwhelmed one another and I think they fit quite harmoniously in my mouth :) I've heard this place gets crazy during dinner so if you're going to try it, I recommend going at lunch time. Save dinner for when you already know you like it and aren't too concerned with the extra wait. Btw, they are cash only. They also give a military discount of 10% or 15% (I can't remember).
(4)Jaye V.
So i decided to try out this place because of all the hype but i was so surprised.... I was expecting a full scale restaurant, but upon arrival, it was more like a fancy take out place with chairs and tables. The food was okay. Their customer service was nice. We ordered a pineapple pizza with jalapenos on half, they put jalapenos on the whole thing so they fired up a small pineapple for us which was great. We really appreciated that. Their food was okay. I'm used to awesome pizza on the mainland so i was hoping i could find that here at this place since everyone talks about it like it's the greatest thing ever. I'm not saying it's bad, it's just not as good as i had hoped. I would never go back just because their pizza was as good as frozen pizza from the grocery store. I think CPK has better pizza then this place. Their crust is just regular white dough that has very little flavor to offer. Their ingredients were good, but the crust was completely lacking in every aspect of the word. I barely ate more than two slices. And the garlic cheese balls that everyone bawls over, i don't get what all the hype is about. It's just bread.... with garlic butter. I can make that at home. Bottom line: not bad, but not worth all the hype. I won't go back. I would prefer ordering pizza from Pizza Hut or cheaper yet, getting a frozen pizza from the nearest grocery store and saving myself a extra 4-5 bucks. Customer service was well executed though. =)
(3)Kristen C.
I've FINALLY made my way over here every since they moved from their old location. Coming here i definitely knew i HAD to try their "famous" garlic cheese balls =9. There were 6 of us and we ordered the spinach garlic tomato and the bbq chicken pizzas. The place was full when we got there so we just waited for a table to open while we waited for our food. We waited about 20-30 mins for the cheese balls to come out and boy were they delicious! soft and fluffy in the inside and cheesy buttery goodness on the outside. about 10mins later the pizzas came out and it was pretty good, we all agreed that the spinach garlic tomato one was better. Overall everything on the menu sounded so delicious, even the sandwiches! I am so coming back here ;)
(4)Mayo C.
Best garlic cheese bread everrrrrr!! DANGER: Just make sure you're not making out with anyone for a while after! (:
(4)T. K.
We here for dinner today and to meet with some friends. It's cash only. Ordered cheeze balls, and a 12" Kanaka pie. The front end staff were really nice. made it clear that they took care of the cleaning up. tried to fit us (6 head count) at a table. Not a place for more than 4. The pizza was fine. Something different for once. Nothing wrong, but I wouldn't write home about it or bring out of towners over there to try it. Would be nice to be able to dip the cheese balls into something. just a dough ball with a couple kinds of cheese on it. I'd go back if I were in the neighborhood.
(3)mignonette b.
Definitely loved the cheese garlic balls! The pizza was sadly disappointing. My son had the bbq chicken personal size and I had the veggie personal size. The veggies were raw, not cooked at all, and the middle of the pizza was soggy. Took it home and recooked the next day, but still disappointing. Don't know what happened, but Big Kahuna's has went downhill since we visited years ago.
(2)Kelly T.
BACK WHEN: It's been years since I've had a pizza from Big Kahuna. I remember it being a tiny, sweltering hot, little shack on the outskirts of Mapunapuna...literally sandwiched between recyling centers and repair shops. I remember the cheese balls being gooey and garlicky, the giant kalua pork sammy, and the wonderful variety of pizzas on their menu. SURF'S UP: The shop itself was eclectic at best, and I remember wondering on my first visit whether i was ordering pizzas or getting a surf lesson. I'm sad now, that its new location resides in the same place as an L&L/Chopstick Express. :0( NOW: It's just okay to me. I recently visited their current location at the Nimitz Airport Center, and while it's convenient (and a lot cleaner looking) I feel less impressed with their food. My friend's veggie pizza looked slightly undercooked...despite the fact that our order took almost 20 minutes. I ordered the "white" pizza...it was okay, but pretty oily and also undercooked. It was so gooey, my friend thought the dough was cheese...yikes. To be fair, I had a pizza and maybe next time I'll treat myself to the familiar and oh-so-friendly kalua pig sandwich.
(3)Chris S.
You gotta try da sumo and kalua bbq burger. I miss it very much.
(4)Sandy H.
It's a little difficult to write a current review of Big Kahuna's because all that's on my mind is what it used to be like. Gone are the humble beginnings of that little shack in Mapunapuna where I first sank my teeth into a garlic cheesy ball. The garlic cheesy balls are still there, but not as heavenly as they used to be a decade ago. The cheese isn't as gooey but still I can't help but smile when the cashier yells my "HALF BALLIN!" order to the kitchen. The specialty and custom pizzas are still delicious. I like that I can custom order a personal pizza for less than $10. The service is hit or miss. We ate in and got our pizzas promptly and were told that our cheesy balls were on their way out. The cashier decided he wanted to chat with a customer on the other side of the restaurant, making it impossible to see that our cheesy ball order (and 4 more after it) was given to customers who ordered AFTER us. The other woman on duty realized what happened and issued us a full refund along with our order. It's nice to be taken care of and compensated when someone screws up. Don't forget to bring your cash! ETA: Ok, upon further thought, I feel that they deserve one more star...just because. :-)
(4)Laura C.
The GPS on our phone sent us on a wild goose chase, so by the time we got here (hint: set your destination to airport trade center) I was hot, tired and hungry. There's not a lot of room to sit, so time your visit accordingly. We got there about 1:30pm and we still had to wait for a table to free up. We ordered the Sumo pizza and some garlic cheese balls. The pizza was good, but nothing memorable. Those garlic cheese balls, were what made the visit worthwhile. I could've skipped the pizza and had just garlic cheese balls. They remind me of monkey bread but instead of cinnamon and sugar they used garlic and cheese. Towards the end of our meal, they gave my son a sample of their chocolate milkshake. He liked it enough to Order a small to go. Hoping we can stop for one more visit before heading to the airport! I need another order of the garlic cheese balls so I can figure out a way to recreate when I get home.
(4)Jerrene T.
The husband, baby, and I came here this past Tuesday with some friends. My friend really wanted to come here and we couldn't remember the name until recently... so we decided to make an outing of it. Normally we're those indecisive girls in the mall food court debating on what to get. Oh wait... that's almost every girl I know. Okay I digress... So we got there a little after 6 and it was CRAZY. There was a wait for tables inside so since we had a three year old and my three month old, we decided to sit outside so we could all rest our feet. Although I'm sure the three year old had enough energy for all of us. It was our first time here so we didn't even know what to order. They gave us a free order of their garlic cheesy balls (which were about three stars worthy... not the greatest but good if you're hungry) and so we ended up getting two orders. We didn't know which pizza to get so we got the sumo and the pake. My husband was sad because I veteoed his meat lovers one and the veggie one. I wanted a chicken one or something different so my friend's husband wanted to get the pake. The sumo one was good. The pake took some getting used to and I liked it towards the end. Overall the food was about three and a half stars but what made it a five? The service... even though at first we were outside. When a table did open up, they called us inside and helped us get our food inside. Also, I guess they had leftover/extra cookies that they gave a lot of the tables. We got both chocolate chip and coconut... so GOOD. I think their coconut cookies rocked my night. The waitress didn't seem fazed when we wanted more coconut cookies and she gave us the rest... she went one step further and asked if we were going to come again... we said totally after those cookies! She said she would tell the baker to make more when we come next and even make us some macaroons when we told her the cookies were so DELICIOUS. Nom nom nom! She was so friendly... she made my night with those cookies I tell you! PS. I love thin crust pizza but their pizza was quite delicious even though it wasn't thin.
(5)Nicole E.
Amazing place ! They have great food! Love the Ono Cheese Balls!! And they support the military!!!
(5)Kim W.
My husband and I were looking for a pizza place and found this based on the reviews on Yelp. My husband ordered a pizza with everything on it and loved it; I order a plain cheese pizza and was not as impressed. The pizza has a thick crust (no thin option was available) and with the lackage of toppings on my pizza it lacked a bit of flavor but my husband was more than happy with his. What I did love was the garlic cheese knots....they were soft, delicious, and full of flavor. I would go there again, but just get the knots with a side of pizza sauce for dipping. Staff was friendly, place was clean, but seating was limited.
(3)John B.
I've had Big Kahuna's since the mid '90s. I think that since the move to the Airport Trade Center, the crust must've changed. It used to be greasier back when they were on Pu'uloa. The food is still good but it isn't quite the same for me. The Sumo and Mexican pizzas are my favorite.
(4)Liz T.
I absolutely hate a thin crust, especially one that can be folded in half and eaten in three quick bites. That's why Big Kahuna Pizza is a winner. I love the pizza dough at this joint--it's chewy inside, crispy outside, incredibly fresh, and NOT too oily. My boyfriend and I had the Kanaka specialty pizza and the Garlic Cheese Balls. The pizza would've been perfect if the kalua pig wasn't so dehydrated. I liked the sweet and tangy BBQ sauce and green onions on it--think California Pizza Kitchen but... Hawaii. The cheese balls were doughy and delicious. I think it could've benefited from marinara sauce, but my boyfriend said then they wouldn't be cheese balls anymore but pizza. And then he yelps about them saying they needed a dipping sauce. HUMPH. Anyway, thanks to Joshua C. for the recommendation. If we hadn't found this place, we would've wound up at California Pizza Kitchen again for the sixteenth time this year, which is good but... vanilla.
(4)Steven K.
I always get the Garlic cheese balls. They alone are worth the trip. I love the Sumo pizza, but this time i got the hot salami sandwich. Awesome. Service use to be better.
(4)Derek G.
A 12" pizza for 22$!! Seriously!? With that extra money you're making why don't you welcome yourself to America. Or even 2012 and pay for a credit/debit card machine.
(1)Art T.
Good pizza, hard to find deep dish pizza in Hawaii. Prices aren't bad they have a buy one get one half off deal always running. Cheese balls are great. Tough to remember them as they are out of the way by the airport.
(4)Seth H.
This is my second favorite pizza after Round Table, I've eaten their Sumo pizza which has everything imaginable on it, think the kalua pig makes it special as does the portugese sausage. I think the crust is also what I like since it has a sort of corn bread flavoring to it. I had one of their sandwiches which was huge and very tasty, they are hot subs, baked in the oven for awhile, the garlic cheese balls are a nice appetizer, the prices I'd say are very reasonable and I've always had great service from the staff, only thing if you have over four people to seat that may pose a problem cause the place is small, maybe 5 tables with some additional counter space.
(4)Amy W.
Everything hear is so darn melt in your mouth delicious I crave this place at least once a week! The location is convenient but it's cash only and there is only a few tables to dine in. So eat and go, it's worth it!
(5)Johanna T.
Customer service is fabulous at this place and the food? Ohhhhh the wonderful wonderful food! I'd consider moving back to Hawaii just so I can be closer to Big Kahuna Pizza. If ever you are in the area or you're fortunate enough to live in Oahu- take your okole down to Big Kahuna Pizza and indulge in a pizza that is just riddled with oozing cheeses, tender pulled pork, and BBQ sauce. Your insides will scream in sheer delight as you sink your teeth into this slice of heaven. The other must-have is the garlic cheese balls. I pay homage to the garlicky and cheesy goodness in all it's fabulousness! They are a garlic lover's dream- sure to make you slip into a pleasurable food coma that your senses will thank you for.
(5)Justin Y.
Greasy goodness. Yes that just about sums it up. So this certainly doesn't go with my normal healthy meal plan, and it wasn't as great as I remembered from a while ago, but I still think it was worth the extra workout that its gonna take to get rid of it. The cashier/waitress was very very friendly and welcoming...always a major plus. They also give free garlic cheese balls to the last order of the night (we went in over an hour before they closed so that was kind of unusual, but hey...I wasn't about to argue!) The pizza looked very impressive, but...the taste just didn't seem to be there for some reason. My guess? Frozen stuff or too much oil. Wasn't terrible, but definitely not as good as I remember from over a year ago. The decor is so awesomely cheesy that I like it. Theres no false pretensions here...its cheesy as hell and they make it obviously so. For some reason I think the "recycled" Mcdonalds trash bin is hilarious...I actually specifically look for it when I go there. All that greasiness is putting me into a food coma, so it's time to wrap it up and go ZzzzzZzzzz....
(3)Brad T.
I like the new location with lots of parking. When they were in the little green shack, it was an adventure trying to find a place to just pick up the food to go. The food is still awesome at the new location. BBQ Kalua pig sandwich...yummeers! Sumo pizza if a pizza is what you're looking for with a side of garlic cheese balls...holy fatness but well worth it!
(4)Abby D.
Woohoo!!!! Amazing! How did I not know about this place?! It's right down the street from my house..how did I miss this?! After reading many reviews here on Yelp, we chose the Kanaka personal pan for my husband and I to split (we had dessert plans and didn't want to overstuff..though it would have been SO easy to eat the roof off this place) and a cheese personal pan for my kids to split (they're not adventurous in the eaties. Yet.) and, of course, we had to throw in an order of garlic cheese balls. I'd asked for a 6 count..but I think a 10 or even a 12 count came to our table..but they were YUMMY so no one's complaining (thanks for the upgrade!). I think the tab came to about $16 and we couldn't have been happier (1 - a fatty fast food bill is about $21 for our family. 2 - fast food is NOT as delicious as Big Kahuna!). The food was scrumptious and the employees were super sweet. This is now our go to pizza place!
(5)Court R.
Really good pizza, thicker crust--reminds me of a pizza pan style. We got the BBQ chicken which provided a nice ratio cheese to chicken to onion. Very delicious! My biggest complains are two fold: 1. It's cash only. 2. It took 40+ minutes to make our pizza, and they had NO other customers. I thought they were mixing the dough or killing the chicken or something for it to take that long! So order your pizza ahead of time and shop around, go to starbucks, make a few business calls then come back.
(4)Chelle S.
Garlic cheese balls are good, like most people have already written about. The dough is soft and flavored with the cheese just right. They have stars taken off because of lack of customer service. I tried calling in the order on our way to the restaurant but I was put on hold. Five minutes later, still no answer. I tried calling with a different phone but no answer. I eventually hung up and tried again. No answer. When we got to the restaurant, it was not busy at all. That's poor customer service in my book.
(3)Victoria A.
This place used to be great. The last time I got the garlic balls it was over cooked and not enough topping. For as busy of a place as they are you would think they would move into a bigger location and hire more staff.. so sad I used to love this place
(2)Mark V.
No. I am from New Jersey and I like to believe we have the best pizza anywhere pretty much anywhere in the north east has decent pizza. But this place was a complete waste and horrible attempt at making pizza. If you like regular bread with crappy cheese melted on it that a place labels as pizza then by all means eat your heart out. I wont be going back.
(2)Nat W.
The best pizza place in Honolulu, no doubt!! We ordered a sumo personal size pizza and 6 cheese balls. It was just a right amount to share with my husband. They are both must try at this place. Apparently, if you are first timer, you get free cheese balls, which I was not offered (even tho we were clearly first timers). Also, if you order two large pizzas, you get half off on the second one.
(5)J. Kirsten E.
We stopped here for food right before heading to the airport. Great pizza! We got one pizza- half sumo, half spinach garlic tomato. It was 28 dollars. They gave us some garlic cheese balls for free too. I'd go again!
(4)Samantha S.
Our occasional work lunch spot that I can't get enough of. Their bread is super delicious as well as their pizzas. My favorite is the garlic spinach tomato ahhh so good! I'm usually just a big reviewer on the food and I love ordering out from there.
(5)Rachel S.
Yummy! I have loved every pizza I have tried here. Seating is limited inside but the food is great. Tons of different pizzas to try and the weirder the better. I try a new one every time and after 5 visits have yet to be disappointed.
(4)Keith K.
Went here for lunch today. Ordered a shrimp scampi personal pan. Pretty good stuff and beats eating chain pizza. I'll visit another time and order another set of toppings before passing any more judgment.
(4)Mark Y.
Stayed at the Best Western Plaza Hotel around the corner and it within walking distance. Ordered a pepperoni and Da Sumo. These were 2 out of 5 star pizzas. The toppings looked good but the pizza sauce had little flavor. I should have known something was up seeing we order pizza at a pizza place and the on the wall is a 3rd place award for 2007 Best of the Best "sandwich" in Honolulu. Go figure.
(2)Michael M.
Literally just finished my 7" Sumo. Kailua Pork and Portuguese Sausage on my pizza? Heck yeah! And the garlic cheese balls? Nirvana.
(5)Angel F.
Oh Wow! This pizza was awesome! I am so glad I decided to give it a try. It's cash out local check only and seating is limited. I ordered the white pizza and the plain cheese pizza as well as the awesome garlic balls! Those balls were amazing. The dough slightly sweet loaded with garlic and cheese! And they don't skimp on the pizza toppings either. I will definatly be back!
(5)Melissa M.
First place to eat in Hawaii and it was everything they told me about. They even threw in those great garlic balls for free bc it was our first time. Just ate the leftovers the other night and it was delicious all over again from home!!
(5)Peter C.
Great customer service - the evening staff was very attentive and went out of their way to ensure we had everything we wanted. Pair that with the good pizza and awesome garlic cheese balls - can't be beat!
(5)Mandy A.
Love, love, love the cheeseballs!!!!
(5)Brandon H.
I just got a personal 7" pepperoni pizza. It wasn't life changing but it wasn't bad. Very short walk from the Honolulu Airport Hotel. They were busy the entire time I was there so I'm sure they've probably got some good stuff if you're willing to explore the menu.
(3)Jade N.
The food is delicious here no doubt. Definitely a fan. From all the times i've been here...it is always crowded and busy...what can i say people crave this place. ;) The thing is the service in terms of bussing the tables is not so good. the tables are always so dirty that on many occasions i had to take out my napkins and buss tables (like how i use to when i worked at chuck e. cheese...lol) it's not so big in there too just FYI. i would recommend getting the food to go. actually that is what i think i am going to do next time :) love the food no matter what.
(3)Christine K.
Yum!
(4)Mark H.
PIIIIIZZZZZZZZAAAAAAAAA!!! Decor looks touristy. Love it. They brought Waikiki right next to the airport! OK, so their Garlic Cheesy Balls get tons of rave reviews, and the pics looked good so figured it was worth a shot to try. Yum! Not bad! I'm not sure I would rave about them, but there were a good appetizer to tide me over until the pizza came... Good, yes, but do you need to try them? Ummm, probably not... Pizza came out about 20 minutes later. Their pizza is legit! Love the crust. Not a thin crust but not too thick either--medium thickness, right in the middle, just right!! Good texture on the crust--soft inside and toasty on the outside. Gosh! I am craving their pizza right now! My fiance ordered the chunky Apple Pie Shake. Creative concoction! Bits of apple pie blended into the shake. Authentic flavors in the shake and the chunks of apple pie add in a spectrum of textures. BYOB! What?! Yep, BYOB! Sandwiches look legit and will try the next time. But will be hard to not order their pizza again! Two thumbs up! Way up!
(5)Jason Q.
I ordered Da Sumo pizza, and was not overly impressed. I do prefer a thinner crust personally, but my issue with the crust is that it was soggy on the bottom. I have also found that this place takes a long to time to make a pizza. I've waited as long as 50 minutes. My previous visit, I went there for lunch at noon and they said they weren't taking any orders until after 2:00pm. This visit, I called in my order and they said it would be ready in 45 minutes. For me, pizza is a food of convenience. This is too much time for my liking. If the pizza was the kind that tasted amazing with every bite, it would be worth it. Unfortunately, it is not. I also thought that $21.95 is a bit pricey for a 12" medium pizza. The service is friendly and nice.
(3)Monica G.
My husband used to eat here when we were stationed here in the late 90's at their previous location. On our recent trip (Aug 2015) we decided to give it another go. This time it was my husband, myself, and our 18 year old daughter. The service: The sweet young lady at the counter chatted us up and was extremely friendly. She had great suggestions and answered all of our questions. To top it off she brought out a free small order of garlic cheese balls as a thank-you for returning after so many years! The food: All of the their pizzas has a thick crust. I'm not usually a fan of thick crust, but this was cooked to perfection and extremely flavorful with just enough crunch. We got 1/2 Kanaka and 1/2 BBQ Chicken. The sauce is on the sweet side and the flavors were unique, but delicious. I LOVED it! The garlic cheese balls were fantastic as well. I will definitely get them the next time. The Restaurant: There isn't a lot of seating, so grab it if you can, but you can always get it to go and enjoy this tasty food at home, your hotel, the beach, or a local park. Value: I read a few reviews that talk about it being pricey, but everything in Hawaii is pricey. I believe our bill with ~35 for three people for lunch. This is McDonald's people! Quality ingredients + unique toppings = Delicious (reasonably priced) Lunch! Location: This is no where near Waikiki, so you will definitely need a rental car. This isn't a tourist attraction! Most of the guests are local, so that alone tells you it's worth a try! It's not too far from the airport though, so try it on your way in or out!
(5)Hope Y.
Two words: Cheese Balls. I can never go there and not order the cheese balls--yummy stringy cheese, soft rolls, butter and garlic....making myself hungry now. This place is small, so if you are planning to share a pie with friends, consider take out. Cash only, or local checks are also accepted. I really like the pepperoni with extra cheese, but that's just the cheese lover in me. You can make any sandwich into a pizza and vice versa. The white pizza is another favorite of mine, but the hubs likes the sumo special-no olives. We usually by a personal pan each, and wind up going home with a snack for later. This time, the waitress brought the wrong order while I was in the restroom. I had ordered a personal white pizza, but when I returned, there was a full size pie at our table, and hubs already started chowing down. I looked at the pie, and then at the waitress and she was bringing over the right order, and said "sorry, we gave you the wrong one, so I guess you scored!" COOL. extra snacks for later. The services is always upbeat, and friendly, and the food is consistently good. I enjoy Big Kahuna's whenever i'm in the area.
(4)Paris N.
This place is amazing! I've only been here a total of 2 times now, but I plan on going back. I like how there is a menu on the wall outside. The decor is great and beach theme and plenty of seats. Also parking is super easy. They only take cash so come prepared. The first time I ordered a medium veggie pizza vegan. Which means non dairy cheese. We took it to go and was amazed at how yummy it was. The second time I got the same thing but a personal size. They actually added non dairy parm cheese to it. They said they could remake it but I was too hungry to wait. It was nice of them to offer. It is a little crowded on some nights, but only because their food is so great. Can't wait to go back!
(4)Rissa K.
The BF and I was craving for pizza and decided to give this place a try. You can only order by the whole pie and not by the slice. We ordered medium 12 inch pizza which is biggest size they have of half Meat Lovers and other half Kanaka pizza. The kanaka has Kalua pork and BBQ sauce along with green onions. The meat lover pizza had pepperoni, bacon, Kalua pork, Portuguese sausage and beef brisket with marinara sauce. The pizza here are bit pricy but they have some yummy options here. You can also build your own pizza there too. All of their pizza are pan pizzas. They also have sandwiches here and cheesy garlic bread as well as Oreo cookie shake. This spot is small so we ordered our pizza to go. It's best to call ahead because this place gets busy. Also remember to bring cash or they also accept personal checks.
(3)Tim L.
Worst pizza I have ever had the cheese blend taste really funky. And the garlic cheese balls nothing to brag about. Will never go here again.
(2)Fran C.
With a cool name like - "BIG KAHUNA'S"..........I had to investigate on what's going on about this place. It was lunch time, and I was lurking in the airport area, as I had an appointment with a customer not too far from the airport area. Upon walking into this establishment, I thought I went to Waikiki, as the decor of the place reminded me of something I would see in the Waikiki area as it was beach themed. Upon looking at the wall menu, I decided on "DA SUMO" personal size pizza. What's in "Da Sumo" pizza you say? Well, it basically has the entire kitchen sink I tell you! Da Sumo Pizza is loaded with pepperoni, ham, Italian sausage, bacon, Portuguese sausage, kalua pork, onions, fresh mushroom, chop tomatoes, & black olives........... And as advertised..........this pizza is "Broke Da Moufh!" good!!!! I am not a fan of pan pizza, but that's how they do it over here...........but I must say, the topping on their pizza is outta-this-world! So much fresh ingredients, and very filling too! The personal pan pizza is just slightly bigger in circumference than the personal pan pizza at Pizza Hut, but the toppings that are on the Big Kahuna's Pizza cannot compare to anyone! There is limited seating in this small little restaurant, cash only too! You walk up to the counter, order your food, then hopefully you'll find an open table. When your food is ready, they will bring it out to your table. This place also does a lot of take out, as I saw a lot of people do "walk-in's" to pick up pizza. Free parking here at the Airport industrial center........so no problems here looking for a place to park & eat. Thanks to my Yelp buddies - Santi T., J.Y., Lauren S., Erin Y., Val D., Liz T., Michael C., Lyla D., & my bruddah Eric Robert R.! You guys are AWESOME! if you folks didn't post on Yelp...........I would not have come here today! What a beautiful site - this YELP thing! Lol! Thanks fo' sharing da info. to anodda bruddah! :)
(4)Angel H.
Last week, we were in the airport area and were looking for something to eat. Big Kahuna's popped into my head, especially since I read Fran C.'s review. I've never been to the location that they're at now. The last time I had their pizza, they were located on Puuloa. Yes, it's been that long. We get there and the line was out the door. The restaurant was packed. The girl working the counter told us that take out would take 20 minutes. Since we were already there, we decided to wait it out. We ordered the garlic cheese balls, a personal bbq chicken pizza and a personal sumo special pizza. The garlic cheese balls were the bomb! We got a dozen for about $7. They bake it as you order it. It was baked to perfection. The cheese balls were chewy in the middle with a hint of sweetness in the bread. It was slathered with the gooey goodness of the melted cheese and garlic. I would come here for this alone. The pizzas were a little on the expensive side. $8.45 for a 7" personal pan and $21.95 for a 12" medium. Both of the pizzas were really good. The bbq chicken pizza had a different tasting bbq sauce than any other bbq chicken pizza I had before. It was sweeter and the spices in the bbq was stronger. The sumo special had so many toppings on it, I can't even begin to tell you. It had pepperoni, ham, italian sausage, bacon, portuguese sausage, kalua pork, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes and olives. The one ingredient that stood out was the kalua pork. I've never had kalua pork on pizza before and didn't think that it would be very good with marinara sauce. Boy, was I wrong. The smoky flavor of the kalua pork really did go well with the marinara sauce. This pizza was just overloaded with toppings. It's a paid parking lot where this place is located. However, they do validate, so don't forget to get your stamp after you pay your bill.
(4)Keri S.
This is one of those "hidden" spots that you wouldn't expect to be good. You know those overly expensive spots near the airport that yet are so nasty? Well, this is the OPPOSITE of that! It has a fun island theme with the best pizza we have had on island! Prices are very reasonable. For the 12" pizzas it's buy one get the second one for half price. Also, they offer military discount! The pizza is made to order and comes out SUPER HOT! It has all the right flavors, evenly distributed toppings, and perfect crust! The fam loves this spot! Oh don't forget to try one of their immaculate shakes for the after meal sweet! :) Thank you Big Kahunas for good food, atmosphere, and service...EVERYTIME! :-)
(5)Leenelle T.
The wait is crazy and they didn't change the so called "wait time sign" it said 15 min not 40 mins! This is insane if I hadn't waited this long already I would've just walked out! The 2 cashiers are just RUDE AS HELL and they go in the kitchen and their hair is down and a hot mess and it's just all Around BAD UGH! I used to like this place but doubt I'll be back anytime soon and I DONT THINK ANYONE SHOULD COME BACK EITHER!
(1)Lori L.
Big Kahuna's Pizza is the place to get pizza when you're near the airport, their brick oven pizzas are hearty, and have thick, crunchy bottom crusts. These pizzas take a little longer to make, but it's worth the wait if you're looking for an alternative to fast food and ready made. You can customize your own pizza or order one of Big Kahuna's creations. Eggplant with Sun Dried Tomatoes and a Vinegrette, Pepperoni, and Chicken, Tomato, and Spinach are all great. Pizzas are cheesy and the toppings are fresh. A lot of people like the Garlic Cheese Knots, but these aren't my favorite, it's just more bread to me, so I'd rather have another slice of pizza. We were given some free brownie bites for dessert. As a freebie the brownies were a nice touch, but I wouldn't pay money for them if Big Kahuna's sold them. The next time you're craving pizza, go check them out.
(3)Lesley S.
When we first moved on island we stayed at a hotel a few blocks from here for 3 months. Yes 3 MONTHS! He had the car all day long so I had the jogging stroller and my legs as transportation. We frequented this place first because we try and support local first and second because it was DA BOMB. I would stay strict to my diet all week for some garlic butter balls. Holy smokes it's good. We ordered a pizza a time or two when we first moved here. It's been awhile since we have ordered the pizza so I don't remember which kind. I do remember though this is a CASH ONLY place and does take awhile to get the pizza if you order during peak times. Plenty of parking as it is in the airport shopping center.
(4)Don G.
Wow! Flavor of the tomato sauce on my personal Pan pizza enhanced the fresh toppings piled on this four slices of Island delight! Pepperoni, ham, mushrooms, black olives, tomatoes with extra cheese to please! So good! Great friendly service and they support & honor those of us that have served our great country! Military di$count! The only complaint I have is no thin crust! When that happens, an additional FIVE STAR HIGH FIVE! Mahalo for your passion for excellence, service, aloha spirit and da bomb; break the mouth kine pizza!
(5)Angela R.
I know about three things here: the 1. The Chicken Club Pizza, 2. Da Sumo pizza, and 3. The Garlic Cheese Balls. I am a fan of the pizza's here in my opinion the crust is really good, the best part. It's a little crunchy on the edges. My favorite pizza is the chicken club with extra lettuce. Da sumo is an excellent take on a supreme. It's loaded with meat and veggies. Although they are called "garlic cheese balls", it's more like garlic pull apart bread. It's fluffy, chewy, garlicky, buttery, and cheesy all in one. Sometimes the edges get burnt and it's crispy. The balls taste the best straight out of the oven with some of that crispiness. I'm a creature of habit and these are the only things I have ordered here over and over again. Note that pizza orders can take long. Have patience or call in your order!
(4)Minky C.
GARLIC CHEESE BALLS!! TO DIE FOR!! Cash Only! My husboo took our friend Robert here for his birthday lunch because he was craving pizza. He left very happy! We did too lol ;) They are located near the airport by Starbucks in a strip mall. It's on the left as you enter the parking garage. The decor is Hawaiian themed but they have very limited tables. You walk in directly to the cashier where you order. To the left is the soda machine and dining area. It's very cozy with just about a handful of tables and two bar counter type eating areas. There is a wood bench that you can sit at while waiting immediately to the right of the door as you enter. Noise level here is loud. Small area with a lot of people. We ordered the 12 inch Sumo Pizza and it was super filling. It's a deep dish style pizza with a Hawaiian twist adding in Portuguese Sausage and Kalua Pork. The crust was very crispy and had a lot of flavor. I have to always order the Garlic Cheese Balls here because it's literally to die for. Warm bread balls covered in melted cheese and garlic flavor. YUMMY! We are trying to diet so we only ordered 1/2 a dozen this time. Normally we get the full dozen. We washed everything down with cold soda that had FREE REFILLS! All of us left super full and it was only about $30 for everything!
(4)Shynita D.
So my 2 critics like it(12 and 4). I didnt order the garlic chessy balls but i will next time. Its hard to eat at a pizza place when you i dont eat much bread. Its deep dish pizza but not Chicago style. The sauce is nice. It a little sweet and tangy. The pepperoni is kinda under the sauce. All in all it was good, chessy deliciousness... Will return to try a famous sandwich.. Thanks
(4)Mele M.
BIG KAHUNA, WHERE IS YOUR SURFER SUB? WHERE? why did you ever stop making them? I would have given you a 5 billion star rating BUT because you don't make the surfer sub I will forever be deprived. :( that was the most delicious sandwich I have ever had in my life. My family still talks about it to this day. With drool..... it's been years. I go back now and then just to check.. everytime leaving so sad. Your pizza is good but please....... I beg of you to please bring back your surfer sub. If you do I will do your dishes for free while I wait for my order. DAILY! ok. If you don't can you atleast make it for me a couple more times..... ahhhhhhhh just bring it back. So I can live happily ever after. Please let me know if you do. Sincerely, your biggest surfer sub fan EVER............. love u surfer sub :(
(5)Chelsey N.
I love their cheesy garlic balls. Love. I would drive quite a distance for that singular menu item. The pizza, if you have an endless amount of time to wait, is also good. Not the best I ever had, but they use quality ingredients and have unique flavors that you can't get from Papa or the Hut. The workers are hit or miss. Sometimes they have this really sassy girl working who seems to just utterly hate her job, and other times the workers are incredibly friendly. I like to take out of town guests here to get a broader taste of "hawaiian pizza" beyond ham and pineapple (ick, stop trying to make fetch happen). The price is hurtful, and the customer service is sometimes there. But they always deliver on taste! Sidenote: Avoid the sandwiches. They can be really stingy on the sandwich contents, see photos.
(3)Yolanda P.
Best pizza on Oahu it is worth the drive friendly customer service and there milk shakes are to die for it a must visit
(5)Ashley V.
CASH ONLY! I figured I'd lay that out before continuing with this review, as I found this out when I walked into this place. My review: Big Kahuna's is most famously known for their garlic cheese balls, which is really good! It's soft bread rolls topped with melted garlic cheese, and it's SO addicting! I used to order p/u from here about once every 2-3 months from elementary through high school, & it was always the same order: Sumo Pizza & Cheese Balls! The Sumo Pizza is a combination of pepperoni, mushrooms, and sausage. If you have never are at Big Kahuna's before my suggestion would be to have the garlic cheese balls and a small personal pan of pizza (of your preferred choice). I have never tried their sandwiches before, but they had a turkey pesto that sounded so good! And I will be back to try it!
(4)Destiny K.
Love love love this pizza. Its a little greasy but most pizza is so hey whatever lol. We got some garlic cheese balls that were good but not garlicky at all. That was a little disappointing. I like that you can split the pizza down the middle and do different toppings. The spinach and tomato, and the pepperoni are my favorite. Im not giving them 5 stars because i was disappointed with the garlic cheese balls, they are in serious need of more seats, and its cash only. But i do still recommend to anyone looking for some good pizza! Oh and byob because they dont serve alcohol
(4)Mikiala C.
Great fresh pizza and garlic cheese balls! Not to mention their shakes, I recommend the crumbled Apple Pie shake, with chunks of fresh apple pie in a vanilla shake. If garlic cheese balls are what your going for, it's best to call ahead to see if they are available. They run out quick. Seating is limited but the wait is worth it.
(4)S. C.
The Garlic Cheese balls are a must try and are always great. Try the white pizza and add chicken. Yum! You'll need to bring cash as they don't take cards. Actually, anything you order will be great. Location is convenient. Near the airport. Plenty of parking.
(5)Eric Robert R.
"Who has the best pizza in Hawaii?" I am asked this question frequently. My friends too. Peeps want to know! It's easy to say JJ Dolan's, Bar 35 and the handful of other gourmet pizza parlors out there! I love those fancy pizza's too, BUT if you want to know MY personal favorite, I go with the airport area fav... BIG KAHUNA'S (PIZZA & STUFF!) If you want your pizza HOT, FAT, CHEESY, ONO, ORGASMIC & MESSY... Here's DA PLACE, BRAH! BIG KAHUNA'S (PIZZA & STUFF!) I love this place because it's locally owned and operated. Foods are always made fresh & hottttt! Everything is delicious! Yes, it's messy, but good messy! Yes, you have to wait 10, 15, 25 minutes for a simple order! Yes, the average calorie count is one-trillion calories per bite, BUT you know what? It's worth every friggin' bite, BRAH! On my last visit here, after a few days in Hilo, I'm jonesing for CHEESE and guess what place is conveniently located near the airport? Yup... BIG KAHUNA'S (PIZZA & STUFF!) Since I've already had the FAB gooey pizza before, I instead decide to go the sandwich route, I order: -KILLAH KALUA PIG SANDWICH- Menehune (small). Succulent Kalua roasted pig with a slight Hawaiian BBQ sauce. In freshly baked bread. -GARLIC CHEESE BUDDA BALLS- Menehune (small). Freshly baked butter & garlic bread balls, topped w/ five cheeses! So gooey & ono! And no shame admitting how much you love the BALLS here! -HAOLE PIZZA- Personal pan. My co-worker got this because she liked the name. Yet, on the mainland they call it "Hawaiian" haha how ironic! Of course, w/ ham, sweet Hawaiian pineapple & green peppers! I didn't get a bite (hey, she was hangry!), but it definitely looked delicious! The names are worth it alone! Pizza names: Kanaka, Haole, Mexican, Potagee, Banzai, Paisano, Texan! Sammy names: Killer Kalua, Paniolo brisket, Da pipeline, Hottie salami, Da New Yorker, Da BLT, Da Cali Club, Jamaican Jerk! Etc., etc. Funnykine! Oh, btw the desserts and shakes here are OFF DA HOOK too, but that's if you can afford adding another trillion-calories to your diet! Heck! Once in awhile, hah! So yup, I definitely recommend this wonderful cheesy place called... BIG KAHUNA'S (PIZZA & STUFF!) It's locally owned, has bomblicious pizza's & stuff, it's always fresh! The place is decorated like a Frankie Avalon tiki beach party and the prices are okay! Awesome place if you don't mind waiting for your order (since it's not made until it's ordered- the way it should be duh), if you don't mind it being located near the airport, and the most important "if you don't mind"... If you don't mind gorging on a couple trillion-calories! Hoooo... But it's so worth it, BRAH! OVERALL GRADE: 4.5-STARS! LIVE ALOHA... YELP REVIEW #353
(5)Myra R.
I waited 45 minutes and " ohh we didn't get a fax order for you.. But if you wanna wait another 44 mins we can place your order" yeah right
(1)H J.
I'm not too sure what all the hype is about... This place isn't that great. It's not bad, but it's not great. For the price, the food is decent. I wish we would have passed on the garlic cheese balls. We could hardly taste the garlic. They were basically dough balls covered in mozzarella.. Nothing special. I had the spinach, tomato, and garlic pizza. It could have been cooked a few mins less in my opinion. It wasn't that flavorful either. My husband had the beef brisket. He said it was worth it.. But not great. It was just over $20 for the two of us. Service was pretty quick and the ladies were very nice. You can also get parking validated with your order. If you're looking for a cheap, okay meal, this is the place. We probably won't be back.
(3)Amy M.
For dinner my sweetie and I walked from our hotel to kahuna. I was looking forward to having another Hawaiian pizza experience. The establishment is small with a few tables to accommodate 2 families and couples. We had stopped to look at the menu that was posted on the window. We decided upon a 12 inch sumo pie which consists of pepperoni, ham, Italian sausage, kalua pork, onions, fresh mushrooms, chopped tomatoes, and black olives. It's made to order so the wait time was about 25-30 minutes. My eyes stopped at a dessert sign on a counter next to the register. A meme Apple pie shake!! I will have one thank you very much. That hit the spot and I was very satisfied. The vanilla icecream being placed on the bottom of the cup was ingenious. It was Mixed in with Apple crumbles, apple slices, and whip cream and satrap to slurp up all the goodness and deliciousness. The pizza was great! I love the Hawaiian touch of having kalua pork on our pizza. The crust was buttery, fresh, light and not too thick. As for the garlic cheese balls... It was bland. I did not taste the garlic. There was an abundance of cheese, but an order of 12 was a lot when it lacks flavor and all I see is just dough. I start my diet tomorrow, but I will be back!!! Great pizza!!!
(4)Bryan P.
Pizza not as good as I remember when it was at the smaller location. But cheese balls are much better. Pizza us still tasty though. I got the sumo, the equivalent to a supreme. They also have sub sandwiches and shakes. Gotta try one of those.
(4)Gabriel T.
I recently came here after a friend suggested to go here for his going away pizza party. Actually I don't really mean party party but you know the hang out get together kine of party. Anyways, the pizza over here is da bomb. I am not a Pizza expert but this may be the best Pizza on the island. We ordered two pans, the chicken and spinach and the meat lovers which comes with all of the meat on it. Both pizzas were just amazing like amazemeatballs kine amazing. The quality, juice, thickness, and texture of the pizza was literally like big kahuna kine. The store itself is actually not really that big where they only have a very few table and seating areas plus a table and seating area outside. They also have dessert like these really nice looking ice cream sundae shakes but I never went ahead and tried it because we were soo full from the awesome pizza. We also had an appetizer which was the cheeseballs (BALLIN') which was just amazing as well. It's located at the Airport center where they also have Starbucks, L&L, Jamba Juice, etc. If you dine in and get something here they will validate your parking. But again, it one of, if not best pizzas on the island. The staff and customer service is great. We dined in and gave us plates and stuff and were helpful in the selections and stuff.
(5)Jason C.
Literally ran out of everything but shakes about an hour and half before closing. Call just in case. Ill give it a higher rating when i try it
(1)Alissa L.
Mmmm tasty. It's a small place & can only accommodate a few dine in patrons but it's worth checking out. The staff is friendly & helpful. We tried their garlic cheese balls, Sumo personal pan & spinach garlic tomato personal pan pizzas. Everything was freshly made & very tasty & cheesy. I've only been here once but plan to come back so I can update worth a more thorough review. I hope top try out one of their awesome looking shakes next time.
(4)Katharine S.
To preface, my husband and I came in for a quick bite to eat after a 10hr direct flight from NY. Not expecting much, nor in the best of moods, we were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food and the positive energy of the staff (shout out to Zyane). I am not one to exaggerate, but the food was outrageous. I had a sandwich with grilled chicken, applewood bacon, pork, lettuce, and tomato on a fresh baked roll, and no lie- one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Zyane also brought us garlic knots, which were really just fresh baked balls of dough with a little garlic and butter (not the typical greasy knot with a nauseating amount of garlic) and it was perfection. I can't stress enough how good the food was, nor how absolutely lovely the people are that work at this establishment. What a great first impression of Honolulu!
(5)Kris B.
Sumo special is the way to go (with cheese balls, of course). Upsides to eating in the restaurant: lots of parking, great food. I feel like the better thing to do, though, is take everything to go. The place is small, their service is pretty meh, but you can't resist the food. Always always get cheese balls. It doesn't matter how full you are, take them to go if you decided to sit down and didn't have any. Better yet - have an order while you eat, and order another round to take home afterward. Yep.
(4)Shayna S.
I've been a long time customer since "hanabada days" of Big Kahuna's pizza but tonight's experience just disappointed my expectations and I could not enjoy my pizza after what happened. First, I placed a phone order which I usually do since you have to wait 20 minutes for your order and it's not too big of a restaurant to wait in if there are people dining in. The girl on the phone had repeated back my order to me of two 12" pizzas and a regular (12 pieces) order of garlic cheese balls. She told me it would be a 20-25 minute wait and I totally understood that due to them having to freshly make the order. When I got there I was welcomed by the female workers and had to run back to my car once I realized that it was cash or personal checks only. I went to the cashier to pay and the girl ringing me up only had one pizza box with my order of garlic cheese balls. I looked at the workers and said I ordered 2 pizzas the girl then replied,"oh my gosh I'm so sorry! I'll have your order rushed." Me thinking that rushed was going to be 15 minutes or less and they'd give the garlic cheese balls complementary because of their mistake! But I was offered nothing not even a drink or anything! By this point you must understand that I was very upset and what made it worst was that the workers didn't seem to give any sympathy for their mistake while they were joking around and playing on their phones the whole 20-25 minutes that I had waited for my second pizza. I got home with one hot pizza, one cold pizza, and a cold order of garlic cheese balls. Still love the food (if it's not COLD) but the service was HORRIBLE!
(1)Christy S.
Kailua pork sandwich is off the chain. Could use MORE BBQ sauce on the sandwich. Their cheesy bread balls are pretty good. Just have to ask for marinara sauce. Friendly service! Military discount given, thank you!
(3)Shane S.
When: Thursday June 26, 11:45 am. Take-Out for the Office Ordered: (2) Medium Pan Pepperoni Pizza, (2) Medium Pan Italian Sausage Pizza and (2) Regular Orders of the Garlic Cheese Balls. Total Bill: $65.05 My advice here, is to call-in your order ahead of time, whether you are going to eat in or not, because it takes about 30-40 minutes to prepare & bake a Medium Pan. A Personal Pan Pizza's take about 15-20 minutes to bake. Menu's are readily available on their website. Plus, seating is probably limited to about 20-25 people... On this occasion, called in my order and female who answered the phone was articulate and helpful in processing my order. She informed me how long it would take and the total cost of my order. She also reminded me that they only accept Cash & Local Checks and that they did not accept Credit or Debit Cards. When I arrived, male, behind the cashier, friendly greeted me and asked how can I help you...when I mentioned I placed a take-out order, he quickly turned around and said your order was ready...I was in & out in 5 minutes...
(5)Happy J.
This is the best pizza I've ever eaten... And I'm a pizza lover. I stop in whenever I'm near the airport and sometimes make special out of my way pick ups for the family. The people working there care about the food they sell and are generally very nice people.
(5)Sean W.
This is one of the best pizza joints I've ever ate at!! The staff are awesome, the pizza is extraordinary and the garlic balls are fantastical!! My favorite pizza is the meat lovers, but if your in the mood for greatness try the Sumo. Never leave without a large order of Ballz!!
(5)Lyla D.
Gosh, we remembered when this pizza joint used to be on Mapunapuna in a little green "shack" with an unpaved parking lot in front. We used to frequent Da Big Kahuna pizza when we lived in the neighborhood and were too tired to cook dinner. If memory serves me, I think this place has been around since the 80's and moved to the Airport Trade Center sometime in the 90's? Well, whenever it was, the quality and taste of their pizzas, garlic bread balls and desserts haven't changed. Everything STILL tastes as good as I remember. We started our meal with an order of the garlic/cheese balls that are fluffy white bread rolls oozing with garlic butter and cheese AND served hot from the oven. Who can resist fresh bread hot from the oven??? Then our white pizza with shrimp came... Its crust was not too thick or too thin, but just right. You know if you order deep-dish pizza, the crust seems to overwhelm the toppings? Not here! Between the two of us, we almost finished the 12" pizza. What took us so long to return to Da Big Kahuna's Pizza goodness? We can't figure it out, but, we'll certainly be back!
(4)Megan W.
Great pizza. Had the spinach, tomato, and garlic pizza and added bacon. Loved it. The dough is wonderful and I like how they don't have a lot of crust at the end. Heard the garlic bread balls are amazing. I will definitely go back and the other foods on their menu :D
(4)Jennifer Y.
FOOD No matter what you order, the selections here are outstanding. On our last visit, we ordered a large sandwich and 7" pizza at the counter and found a two top tucked away in a cozy corner. Both selections were absolutely remarkable and memorable in taste and texture. Sandwich meats are fresh and tender. Breads are fresh made daily. Toppings are always fresh. Simply put....everything tastes fresh! SERVICE Although it wasn't packed, we didn't know to call ahead with an order so there was a significant wait for our food. Our order included pizza though so the wait is understandable. As for the personnel, they are courteous and quick to bring our order to us. ATMOSPHERE It's kitschy with a beachy, tropical vibe. The decor looks like it could use a good cleaning though. It was well past lunch rush, so I can only speak for the noise level as being at an appropriate conversational level. PRICE For the amount of food we received, we consider it to be a bit overpriced especially compared to mainland standards. But, this is Hawaii, right? For great food, sometimes you have to pay the price. BOTTOM LINE We would return here more often if it weren't for our restrictive dietary lifestyle. Big Kahuna's is definitely a terrific place for sandwiches and pizza.
(5)Michael M.
The garlic pizza balls and the pizza here are amazing. Brought on to this place by a friend and I am definitely coming back to try other things on the menu.
(4)Taylor C.
Went here for the first time in over a year last night & the food was still amazing!! Garlic balls are a must try and their pizza is just sooo good. However, last night when we went we waited about 35-45 minutes for our pizza, I was starting to get really irritated & impatient. Yes it was a Saturday night, but they weren't busy. I finally asked for our pizza to go & when we got it, they were apologetic and they brought us a few small freshly made brownies for free. They were so good so it made up for it, but I was really upset and disappointed with how long it took.
(4)Peter L.
* Welcome Experience - Ordinary They seemed friendly and patient while ordering despite the absurd bottleneck at the front door. The place is tiny and people who haven't ordered yet just fumble about the entrance. It's awkward. I also don't like the big grass palm frond roof over the counter where you order. Just adds an unnecessary layer of awkwardness. * Establishment - Ordinary Tiny. Themed. It's fine. If all the tables are full, and if you order "for here" you have to stand in the middle of this tiny place with your food hoping someone leaves. (Like I did.) * Service - Encouraging I didn't realize it was cash only till it was my turn to order. They let me order then go get cash at the ATM. They could have said no. That was encouraging. * Food Quantity / Quality / Presentation - Ordinary All I ate were the "World Famous" cheesy garlic balls. These were just ok. I wanted to love them so bad. They taste exactly like they look. No surprises here. Not famous in my world. Meh. They were not BAD. * What I'll remember They were nice to me. * What I can't wait to forget The absurd bottleneck at the entrance.
(4)Shayna K.
Stay away if you're on Atkins, South Beach or trying to cut down on carbs. Because pretty much everything on the menu is for pre-marathon carbo-loading. It's bursts of simple, white starchy, doughy bread that is........ AMAZING. It's like carbheaven. Go on your cheat day! It's worth it! I had the turkey pesto melt small sub for 5.95 and it was HUUUUGE. Don't get the large size unless you are prepared to eat like a horse or share it with 3 other people. I didn't like the look of the sandwich at first, but as soon as I started eating it, I...could...not...stop. The bread was crunchy on the outside, soft and doughy on the inside, sweet and plentiful. The inside fillings were salty and creamy and....mmmmmmmm. My friend had the roasted eggplant melt, which she said was also super good. Kids had da California Club and I was surprised when they wolfed it down and asked for more. I just saw they have vegan cheese as an option! I will get this the next time. The day before I run my next...mile.
(4)Pj E.
There pizza is good! So far the bast that I have found on the island. I like that they are smaller pies so that you can get your own and you don't have to make sure everyone is in agreement with each other.
(4)Astrid B.
Yum!!!!! I got the spinach, garlic & tomato pizza. It is amazing! We also got the cheesy bread, which was ok. Once it gets cold it's not very good it tastes like bread. I don't like that this place only accepts cash. What is that?! It's so inconvenient.
(4)Angela K.
Never have had a positive experience here since 1st time I tried it. Just mildly convenient. Contaminated vegan food(with shellfish) cost me a bundle in seeing doctor last year. It's ok, but questionable every time since the server joked today about serving me dairy cheese on my pizza. Thumbs down if Vegan.
(1)Cameron B.
Photos are so deceiving. I tried their garlic balls and I'm very happy that I bought the Menehune size. I was expecting cheesy, garlic goodness and I got oily, unmelted cheese dough. I would probably call it pull-apart bread that didn't actually pull-apart. I also got a personal pizza which again, the cheese didn't seem like it was melted all the way. They do really well with the toppings but the pizza itself wasn't something I'd come back to. There aren't that many choices by the airport so you're pretty limited to what you can get. I'd come back here but will try to come during a non-busy time frame. That might be the reason why my food felt and tasted undercooked.
(3)Nichole B.
Love this place! Found it when we first got to Hawaii a year ago. We've been here 4 or 5 times over the past year. They always remember my child's dietary restriction! So amazed by their kindness to my child- they're always helpful and welcoming. I also have dietary restrictions and they've always accommodated us. We always find something we can eat. Delicious food and great service. I haven been disappointed yet.
(5)Eileen S.
Been at least 4 yrs and the cheese balls (I get them without garlic) are still cheesy-licious. Lol. Sadly the biggest impression on me was not the food but the incredibly ridiculously slow service. Many moons ago at their old location, they'd be packed with people overflowing out to the parking lot and yet you got your food reasonably quick. Yet today they had about 4 people already waiting on orders when I 1st walked in and a group just heading out so not busy at all in comparison. I ordered 3 dz cheese balls and was told 10-15min. Well that turned into 30min as I watched 6 people come in after me, order, get their food, and leave. So I ordered 2 shakes thinking we can have those while we wait......NOT! Those took 10min and by then the bread had come out. Kona koffee shake was good but banana was just a vanilla shake with banana chunks. I'll go back for the bread but order ahead to try and save time.
(3)Tina D.
Garlic cheese balls! Military discount! Plenty of parking...(although, the entire shopping center is now charging to park). But garlic cheese balls are worth it!
(5)Erin K.
We just moved here a week ago and we actually chose Big Kahuna's because of their good reviews on Yelp. The staff was extremely friendly and attentive. We ordered the milkshakes, garlic rolls and 3 types of pizza. All were the best we have had in a long time!! We will be eating here often! Thank you!
(5)Ronald L.
My favorite menu item there, the sumo pizza! It's served as either a 7 inch or 12 inch pizza pie. Loaded with all types of yummy toppings. You can read other reviews if want to know exactly what's on it, but it pretty much has everything. And you can't forget their famous garlic cheese balls. The only draw backs to the business is that if you order a pizza during their traditional dinner or lunch periods it usually takes 45 minutes for them to make it. Also they only except cash or local bank checks for payments. The business center they're located in recently implemented a parking ticket system for you to park in their lot. The first 15 minutes of parking is free. After that you can get a free validation sticker from the business which covers you for a free hour of parking. A great alternative to those big chain pizza places.
(5)Paul R.
Here is an article I wrote about my vacation to Honolulu, Hawaii. My wife Deanna Jaxine Stinson and I, made many stops to eat. Here is the article: forums.jazmaonline.com/t… Deanna ordered a veggie sandwich and it was delicious. Customer service was over-the-top and the sandwich was so big, Deanna could not eat it all.
(4)Cassey P.
Love this place, pizza is amazing and service is outstanding! We have been here a few times and have left happy every time. This is one place we will continue to come to for our cheat days. Oh and their Oreo milkshake was to die for!!!!!
(5)Dale W.
i ate here for lunch one day and the food almos put me in a damn coma. so be careful if you gotta go back to work. we got the cheese balls n bbq chicken pizza. both good.
(3)Dawn L.
TIP: Cash or local checks only Quick....dig through your pockets and purses to see if you have enough money to eat....Got it? Phew! That was close... You need around $8 give or take a few cents to get a personal pizza with whatever creative topping they've come up with. Today, I ordered Paisano (Italian sausage, olives, and onions) while my boss had a Kanaka (bbq sauce, kalua pig, red onions?, methinks). Whatever it was, he was tempted enough by my order that he asked if we could share pizzas. Lucky him, I can't finish it all and I was happy to share. If all else fails, dig through the ashtray in your car, under the seats, and the glove compartment for at least $3.50ish and get yourself a small order of 6 garlic cheese balls of death. No that's not really it's name, but don't plan on meeting clients, potential future significant others, or potential employers after eating these. They are delicious, warm comfort food and they smell like garlicky heaven for days. American Pie ain't got nuttin' on this, baby. THIS is a warm piece of heaven...not no stinkin' apple pie. The servers are all super nice and very helpful. Drinks get free refills. And lots of parking available in this rather smallish strip mall...a big change from their old digs. Oh, and bring cash.
(5)Mike B.
They do not accept credit cards, so make sure you have cash. That said, this place has the best pizza on the island and they also make great sandwiches. If you want to dine-in, the place is small, but you can usually manage to get some space. Like everyone has said, you need to try some garlic cheese balls. You can get six of them for less than 3.50, so its not a bad deal and they are worth every penny and more.
(5)Virginia D.
Deep dish vegan pizza! YUM my kid liked the pizza with the cow cheese, too. Next time I am getting one of their vegan milkshakes!!! staff is nice. it's a tiny place, packed at lunch- you have to wait for a table, but that's OK b/c you are waiting for your pizza anyway! decor is a bit dated, but who cares. we walked here from the airport- doable, but not particularly scenic. cash only.
(4)Nickel R.
I must amend my review, while the pizza is better than average, their sandwiches are by far the best thing on their menu! You must try the if you have not!
(5)John S.
7" pizza for $9, way over priced!! They didn't even have any sandwiches when I went, "they were sold out"... Other than that, it rates pretty good
(3)Ally G.
This place always hits the spot and satisfies our pizza cravings. I ordered a pepperoni and mushroom pizza and an order of garlic cheese balls. I usually call my order ahead since there is usually a wait, today's wait was 45 min, but not a problem since I ordered before I got there. The service is always excellent and the employees are friendly. Pizza was hot and yummy as usual. Just a few things to keep in mind...order ahead of time to minimize your wait, pizzas are buy one get the second half off, there is only one type of crust available, no thin crust, and they only take cash. This place is a nice change from the pizza chain restaurants.
(5)Dana K.
I"m not a fan of writing less than 4-star reviews of local favorites. But, honestly, I'm not sure what all the hype is about. Yelp, you did me wrong. Here's the review break down 1) Pizza crust tasted like bread. Not crispy or bendy, or crusty. Really was like wet bread. Absorbed so much sauce it was just... weird. Burned on the bottom. 2) Toppings were less than tasty. The BBQ sauce on the BBQ chicken pizza was really, REALLY vinegar-y. The chicken was kinda bland, bit rubbery. 3) The cheese. I'm a HUGE cheese "snob" I prefer cheese on my pizza to do the "pully-stringy-gooey, thing" where it just looks melty and tasty and wonderful. This was not that. Ever had that really cheap, bagged, "cheese-like" "shreds" that are super low-cost but coated in so much cellulose powder they never TRULY melt? (if not, go check out Walmart, pretty sure they have them) This cheese reminded me of that. It didn't seem fresh grated, probably not a mix of cheeses. I could still differentiate every single shred on the pizza. 4) Service was excellent. Friendly cashiers. 5) Pretty speedy pizza making, ready for pick up in about a half hour. 6) No delivery that I'm aware of. 7) Cheese bread/balls. These are DELICIOUS. But... the closer we got to the middle of this tangle of cheese and dough, the less cooked it was. Eventually we got to pretty cool dough balls covered with semi-melted cheese. This place is, cash only. We were NOT informed of this when we called and ordered. We even told them this was our first order and no one thought to tell us this. Good thing I had enough on me (I usually only carry plastic). Also, I've heard rumors that you get a "free cheese bread/ball" order on your first visit. Did not get. Last, military discount if it hasn't been mentioned before. Active Duty only (as far as I know) with ID.
(3)Beth H.
Every monthly trip to Honolulu stopping at the Big Kahuna is a must. Best sandwiches on Oahu. If you appreciate good bread, they have Homemade rolls to die for! Cash or local check only.
(5)Raynette G.
Went to Lunch with a friend. Tried the BLT Sanwich...and it was amazing! The Cheesy Balls are a must as well. Everything was so very Ono! Love to eat there, kind of like hanging out at the beach. So laid back and comfy. The staff was.greag as usual. Always smiling and friendly. The only thing... cash only! Lucky for the AM nearby. A must eat...so treat yourself to delicious Pizza, Sandwich, or what have you. It's all good!
(5)Jennifer M.
I absolutely love it here. Anything on the menu is great. Their garlic cheese balls are amazing. I remember skipping class with friends and coming here for them. It was college and everyone else was done for the day. They are consistent with their food quality and great customer service. Just be prepared to have cash on hand.
(5)jason v.
Hands down the most delicious pizza place on the island, kalua pig, pepperoni, Italian sausage, portuguese sausage, our the works, it's just frekin delish. Don't even get me started with the garlic cheese balls. ..yum
(5)Courtney Y.
"We're not in Kansas anymore, Toto." Is that how the quote goes? Never seen the movie, so don't quote me on it. Well, in any case, I found myself like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz. Lost, in unknown/uncharted territory of what is not town or Pearl City. I came here for Starbucks, but as my eyes wondered I saw the sign for this joint and immediately got super excited. Why you ask? Because some of the greats on Yelp have gone here and raved about the Garlic Cheese Balls via check-ins and reviews. Of course, after a Starbucks' green tea latte filled hangout with a friend, I found myself waiting in line to order some of dem garlic cheese BALLZ. Literally, I just ordered garlic cheese balls, which were pretty not badly priced for 12 balls. Reading some reviews on how it loses its luster if it gets cold, I sped home (... if you're reading this and are a cop, I was merely keeping up with the traffic flow?) after I dropped one set of garlic cheese balls to my sister. When I got home, they were still warm (although not hot). I saw some of the cheese getting hard and losing their ooey gooey appeal so I was a bit worried. I let my mom try the first bite and heard, "Oh!" It was a good "oh" so I immediately pounced and descended upon the aluminum pan of all that is garlicky and cheesy. Let's just say, the garlic cheese balls here are well known for a reason. It seems to be made of sweet bread, squished together to fit in that pan, and then layered with cheese and garlic! The middle part was gold as the majority of cheese and garlic could be found there. I was in carb heaven. YUM. In all honesty, I gave this place a 4 because they were kind of on the slower side. I ended up waiting 15-20 minutes for 2 order of the stuff, with only one person that ordered before me. Plus, I didn't get a chance to try anything else here. If I ever find myself down yonder here, I'll be sure to give this place another looksy and update a review. Perhaps it'll go for 5 stars?!
(4)Kristin C.
Wait for our sandwiches always take a heck of a long time, we ordered the brisket and it was delicious and a huge portion. Service was absolutely horrible! After waiting 30min they gave our order to the wrong family that has been waiting for only a few minutes. So we had to wait alot longer. They didn't give two hoots and a dam, further more the female cashier was'nt paying attn to the completed orders and I had to call it out to her. Ugh!!!
(2)Laura R.
This is our go-to place when we're near the Honolulu airport. Actually, I had my first meal in Hawai'i there two years ago, and my last meal in Hawai'i there two weeks ago. The garlic knots are amazing. I've had a few of their pizzas and have never been disappointed. The last one I had was the BLT, which was good, but a little heavy on the L.
(4)Rose Jane B.
First time going today and it was delicious. Kanaka pizza was da bomb.
(4)Helen M.
Ever tried to unhinge your jaw to eat your sandwich? It's not pretty or ladylike, but sometimes, you gotta take one for the team (or rather, your ego) just so you can taste their sandwiches. One of my friends ordered a sandwich, da New Yorker, and let me try it. This thing is stacked and totally worth what you're paying for, as are the other sandwiches, I'm sure. Can't say I would personally order it again just because I would want to order pizza, obviously. We also ordered the famous Sumo Special as well as the menehune sized garlic cheese balls. The garlic cheese balls were super cheesy and fluffy but honestly, the garlic wasn't as strong as I would imagine it to be. Maybe this is coming from years of experience eating delivery pizza, which has rather strong characteristics. Nonetheless, these baked goodies are so good for what they are, regardless of that garlic comment. Must eat fresh. Whenever I think about about these cheese balls, I'm never blown away by them, almost like they lack something. Another equally popular item was the Sumo Special, loaded with various meats and specific veggies (onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, and olives). Big Kahuna's pizzas are thick but soft so while their personal pan pizza does look small, those toppings and that unassuming density really add some weight to your meal. Their personal pan (7") is probably a great portion for one person but I'll definitely want to come back to order a medium pan pizza (12") with a group. The location is really close to the airport and there were quite a bit of people during the lunch rush but not unmanageable as it took less than 10 minutes to order. The more I think about Big Kahunas, the more I want to come back right before a stressful/long plane ride. Personally, I think the food is my kind of comfort food for plane ride preparation: hearty and filling. Hearty enough to keep me from feeling queasy mid-flight, and filling enough for me to avoid gross airline food. :D
(3)Gary S.
Da best Kailua pork pizza ever! Always my first stop when I get off da plane!
(5)William E.
If you're looking for a pizza that does the job -- of being unique, unhealthy, and delicious -- then this is the place for you. Without fail, I'll order Da Sumo. Not much of a fan of their sandwiches, but Da Sumo is.... deadly sinfully yummy. Maybe it'd be healthier if they just put one more vegetable on there..... Nah! Plenty of parking but not plenty of seating. Definitely not for large groups, so plan to take-out even if you plan to sit in. You might find outdoor seating down by Blimpies. Expect about 20 minutes for your order should it include a pizza. Calling ahead is a good idea!
(4)Stephen G.
I love Big Kahuna pizza. Their specialty pizzas exhibit culinary creativity while still providing great tasting pizza. The last time I went I had the Da Sumo pizza, Da California Club pizza, and the Garlic Cheese Balls. The staff there is always friendly and offer great service. I'm glad that there is more parking at their new location. I recommend that everyone go to Big Kahuna Pizza. You won't regret it.
(5)Jean-luc P.
Geez guys.....I'm stumped. Why is everybody raving about this pizza???? Maybe because I've been to Chicago and eaten some amazing real deep dish pizza, I might be a little jaded. But this was just.......underwhelming. Okay, lets start with the ordering process. Called to place a take-out order. Lady who answered asked me to "hold on please'' Okay, no problem. Now, she didn't put me on hold, but just placed the phone down on the desk. So I could hear everything that was going on in the store. Apparently, there was an issue with one of the cashier's drawers being short money. Actually, I think she forgot about me because after 5 minutes of holding (and listening to everything going on in the store) I decided to hang up. I called back again. This time a guy answered, again "hold on real quick please" Okay, sure. This time he actually puts me on hold and I can't hear the restaurant noise. Holding, holding, and still holding. After 5 minutes go by, I hang up. What the heck is going here? Okay, I'll just drive there and place my order. Get there and it is busy. There must have been 5-6 people waiting outside and it was busy inside. (Okay, maybe that's why they forgot me on the phone, but its still no excuse really) There is a sign inside that said walk-in orders will take 30-35 minutes. Well that sucks, because if they had taken my order on the phone when I called, it'd be ready. Anyway, place my order for a 12" Vegetarian and a 12" Big Kahuna and an order of garlic cheesy balls. Inside is crowded, so I wait outside with the other people who are waiting for their take out orders. I noticed that the lady brings out the pizza orders and calls the name of the people who ordered them. One by one all the people who ordered take out, got their pizza. That's fine, the sign did say 30-35 minutes. So, as I'm standing out side, constantly looking inside to see if my order was ready, I notice two pizza boxes and small container on the counter by the register. I think to myself, is that my order. Nah, couldn't be, otherwise they would have brought it out to me. Besides its only been 25 minutes. I watch the lady ring up people who were eating inside and then take orders from 3 additional customers who walked in. And by this time, another 10 minutes had gone by....and the pizzas were still sitting there. I decided to go in and check. Bazinga....those WERE my pizzas sitting there getting cold. Gee, thanks for the lukewarm pizzas. So, I get them home and that's when the REAL disappointment begins. Garlic Cheesy Balls: Garlic my @ss. Where was the Garlic??? It was just cheese on bread!!! I gave one to my young kid, who hates Garlic. He says "MMMM....cheesy balls." and wolfs it down. He loves it. I ask "what did you think of the garlic on it?" He says "What garlic?" BA-DA-BOOM. Nuff' said. Now about the pizza's: What the hell???? Is there a shortage of Pizza sauce??? Both Pizza's we couldn't even taste any sauce. It was like eating cheese & toppings on a piece of bread. In fact it wasn't just me, my whole family were like " WTH??? Where's the sauce???" At least with Pizza Huts Pan Pizzas, you can actually taste the sauce. I don't know people, you all have me scratching my head??? Sorry to say, I'm not a fan. I guess I'll just have to stick to Magoo's in Moilili or Round Table in Enchanted Lake for my pizza fix.
(2)Tim P.
Needed to get the delicious subs paniolo beef brisket and a hottie salami for Melissa for our flight back home. Their pizzas are unbelievable slso. When we have guests visiting we will stop here when arriving or departing sometimes both...
(5)Malia H.
Say everybody have you seen their balls? Yup that's what I said. Actually have you tasted their balls? They have these garlic cheesy balls that are amaze balls. They come in 2 portions... regular (12) yelp.com/biz_photos/big-… menehune (6) yelp.com/biz_photos/big-… They have pizzas that come in 2 sizes... 7" personal yelp.com/biz_photos/big-… 12" medium pan yelp.com/biz_photos/big-… They have the traditional pizzas like pepperoni and cheese but also specialty pizzas like the kanaka. They also have subs too. Any pizza can be converted to a sub. Some of my personal favorites are the shrimp scampi, sumo and white....all completely different depending on your craving. The pizzas are good but expensive and IMO not really worth the price you pay. If you do come here, I do advise to fax or call in your order. It takes awhile to make the pizza and its always crazy busy whenever you go there. I have never been able to dine in ever. The service is a hit or miss. Regardless, I still come here every so often... its those darn balls that have you coming back... ^^*
(3)Jen C.
Loooooove the sandwiches here. The bread is so soft and delicious. I've eaten here many times, but I've only ordered the Spinach Garlic Tomato Sub because I love it so much and I'm afraid to be let down with something different. I hope I'll be able to venture to other sections of the menu, but for now, I'm pretty content where I am. Cash only!
(5)Reymalyne H.
We got free garlic cheese balls after we asked the staff if they give free garlic balls during your first-time visit. Me and hubby got our own garlic balls. It was just dough rolled into balls and cheese sprinkled amd baked nothing spectacular. We ordered a pepperoni pizza. Ummm I honestly don't know the hype about this pizza. The crust was alright to thick and doughy for my liking. Topping was ok I was expecting the cheese pull nicely but it didn't. It was just an ok spot if you want some pizza. Me and hubby ate better pizza in san diego for less than $5 and it was a whole pizza. The $5 pizza was more memorable and delicious than this almost $20 spent on this dinner.
(1)Dwayne F.
Awesome pizza. Customer service is excellent. Cash only (or local personal checks), but there is a ATM close by. The cool manager gladly accepted my Restaurant.com discount (they just joined the program). Cheese balls to start and Sumo Pizza hots the spot. Mahalo, we'll definitely be back.
(5)Thomas A.
The garlic knots and subs/sandwiches are decidedly mediocre. The pizza is OK. The cash-only requirement is really annoying, especially how considering that going to an ATM in a pseudo-sketchy industrial area near HNL is probably a bad idea. Seating is limited but with high-quality chairs if you manage to snag a spot. If you're over 6'2", you'll get the decor brushing your head annoyingly when you go to order.
(2)Maggi L.
This place is overrated by Zagat. We went here because Zagat had this place in its "50 states, 50 pizzas". They said the BBQ chicken pizza is the best so we ordered that. It was ok. It wasn't bad, it was good but not the best pizza I've ever had. I like the BBQ chicken pizza from California Pizza Kitchen better and it's closer to where I live. I heard they have the best cheese balls so I might come back here for those on my way to the airport.
(3)Rhea Cherie B.
Located at the Airport Trade Center, Big Kahuna's is a cool little pizza joint that has a local twist on pizzas. Their dough is kind of thick-if you're looking for thin crust, sorry this isn't the place for you. Pizza's pretty tasty but also pretty greasy so you know it's not healthy but things that taste really good aren't usually healthy anyway! Everyone's in love with their garlic cheese balls. I think they're alright, I LOVE garlic so I don't think they have enough of a garlic flavor to name them garlic cheese balls. But yeah, I usually pair them with my pizza. You can turn any pizza into a sandwich too! They're sandwiches are pretty hefty. Also, they serve milkshakes! My favorite is the Ghirardelli chocolate milkshakes. Yum! I dig the atmosphere and the decorations there. They have a local theme since they serve "local style" pizza. They have surfboards and beachy type decorations. They also have pictures on the wall of local celebrities. The staff also dresses very casual-slippers and shorts! The downside to this pizza joint is the place is really tiny and they have very limited seating. I also highly recommend calling in all of your orders, unless you have A LOT of time. You can find their menu on their website. The wait time is usually pretty long even for the milkshakes.
(4)Alexa Kae F.
I had a person pan pizza topped with bacon and sausage. I was greeted immediately by a teenybopper who was sweet and enthusiastic. My wait was about 10 15 mins for a pizza but well worth the wait! It was the perfect size...I went in starving and felt satisfied! The sauce was delicious and topped with an assortment of cheeses. Next time I plan on trying a sub!
(5)Jeffery R.
Outstanding Kalua pork sub and a friendly staff. I will update after every time I eat here.
(5)Camari W.
First meal i had in Hawaii and they sure set the pace for good food. Their garlic cheese balls were delicious. Their "da pipeline" sandwich lets you convert a pizza into a sandwich and converting the bbq chicken pizza into a sandwich was a great idea. Their bread is made in house and was so fresh and amazing. The customer service at the establishment was great. Employees went out of their way to give advice of sights to see and things to do as well as try other eateries. I will defiantly be back.
(5)Michael M.
If this place can't make you happy, you need to get on some meds. Total comfort food. The way to start or end that perfect day. A little known fact, is the desserts are AWESOME!!! My favorite is the vanilla bean milk shake w/ out the whip. Favorite pizza: All of them. Stop your heart: odred the garlic cheese balls, extra everything. Do not change a thing Big K. Best of all, 5 minutes from mi casa.
(5)Yvonne M.
Delicious deep dish pizza! Unique and fun toppings. Hearty and flavorful. The sumo pizza is our favorite. Their garlic cheese balls are addicting too! Gotta try this place at least once! Now this is definitely Made in Hawaii! Lots of parking!
(4)Sarah E.
We chose this place based upon the fact that it was super close to the airport and they had great reviews. We braved a monsoon on our way to have our last lunch in Hawaii, and it was worth it and more. For the four of us, we ordered a large BBQ chicken pizza and a large meat lover's pizza. They had some special where you get half off your second pizza, so that was a nice surprise. This place is pretty small, so I would not recommend dining inside with more than 5 people. Our pizzas arrived pretty quickly, and they even threw in a free order of their garlic cheese balls. The pizzas were delicious! I can see why they were voted best pizza, bc they really are the big Kahuna's of pizza! The meat lover's pizza lived up to its name with a ton of different types of meat generously piled on! The BBQ chicken pizza was also a great choice, since the BBQ sauce tasted great and there wasn't a TON of sauce that would make the pizza soggy. They have some creative pizzas here AND those world famous garlic cheese balls are freaking amazing. You could seriously just eat those bad boys, but they complement the amazing pizzas perfectly. Next time I come to Oahu, I will be stopping here!
(5)Mary J.
No credit card nor ATM cards taken :( But great veggie options - Delish eggplant pizza and garlic rolls. Took off a star bc no credit card in tourist town like Honolulu ??
(4)Patricia L.
All we heard about when we got here is how great this place was. We went, we ate...check...won't go back. It is ok pizza at best. The only thing I can figure is that the people that love it have never really had great pizza. Then again, to be fair, its what's available and what they know here. It did the job and filled us up since we bought it. But for the first time ever we didn't take leftovers home and had them throw it away. I suppose if I can't say something nice then I shouldn't say it at all...so I'll stop. Gave it a 2 since we did eat it and it didn't come back up.
(2)Christina M.
New to the island we are staying at a hotel and we wanted pizza. We are from NY and I'd read good reviews so decided to try it. My daughter ordered a personal size cheese and I ordered one with mushrooms and Anchovies it took a while but they cook to order so finally get our order and we're almost to the car and someone came out to say one of our pizzas was wrong order so we got the right one get back to hotel and voila my pizza crust is burnt not just a little but a lot. Did I take it back no....normally I check it before I leave but I was in another store when hubby got it. It was late enough I was hungry and frustrated. I ate off the top as much as I could and that was that!!! Will I try it again probably but I will definitely check my food. I gave two stars for this visit only because my daughter liked her pizza. I was not a happy camper!!!
(2)Holly B.
Still enjoy Da Sumo personal pizza with cheese balls-really hits the spot when you're hungry and don't want to cook! Ono!
(4)Amanda A.
This place is bomb! First off those garlic cheese balls are just amaze-balls. Fluffy bread covered with garlic, butter and cheesy goodness. Not good for the cholesterol but hey we all have to live a little sometimes. They are a must-try unless you don't like garlic, butter or cheese ;) I love their unique variety of pizza. It's not just the normal supreme, pepperoni or cheese, noooooo....they have all kinds of specialties for everyone's different tastes. There's even a vegetarian option. I personally love the sumo special, has a little bit of everything on there. Although the price may be a little on the expensive side, just remember that this isn't a big chain pizza place. You can actually see and taste that they make it from scratch and don't pre-make everything. The wait can sometimes take a while so I always call in my order ahead of time and take the pizza to go.
(4)Dan O.
Big Kahuna is located near to the airport, so it's a great place to grab a slice when you just arrived, getting ready to leave, or waiting to pick someone up. Got a Sumo personal pan, it is so protein-laded, it was a great antidote to skipping a meal during the flight. Just have to go once in a blue moon as a treat!
(4)Jason R.
Excellent pizza and sandwiches. Beware! Some of the sandwiches are huge. Unless you're hungry, opt for the smaller size.
(4)Jenn P.
This place is excellent all around. From the atmosphere, to the staff, and especially the food. The sandwiches are made with fresh ingredients and the bread was straight out of the oven. The pizza is amazing and the garlic cheese balls are phenomenal!! Two thumbs up for sure!
(5)Adrienne B.
We came back here last night and I am happily giving this place two additional stars. One for friendliness and service and one for the fact that the food was a million times better than the last time we were here. We ordered the 12" BBQ chicken pizza and a small order of the garlic cheese balls. After seeing all of the reviews of the garlic cheese balls, we knew we had to taste them. They were definitely worth the 20 minute wait to have them freshly prepared. The BBQ chicken pizza was good as well but not knock my socks off. Oh well, I guess we will have to keep trying. The staff is super friendly and nice!
(4)Nadine J.
I ate the meat lovers pizza and it was good. It's the third time I had it and I keep coming back so I guess I like it. I keep forgetting to take a picture of the food though cause I'm always so hungry. I will try to remember next time.
(4)Alan P.
Excellent food. Better service and staff! My family picked up my parents at HNL and stopped by Big Kahuna for our first time. We ordered two pizzas and some garlic cheese balls. The guy at the counter said since it was our first time, our balls were on the house! The pizzas were excellent. Although small (we got the 12"), they are a little on the thick side, so plenty filling. The balls are everything they are cracked up to be. Then, after our meal, another of the staff brought all six of us little mini coco-Mac nut brownies, just because.
(5)Matt D.
My family and I came to Hawaii for vacation and primarily spent our time in Kauai, but had some time to eat dinner at a restaurant near the airport before we caught a red eye out to the mainland. We were looking to try some authentic Hawaiian pizza and some locals suggested we check out Big Kahuna's. All I can say is...what an incredible place this was. The menu was full of delicious combinations of pizza toppings I had never even thought of putting together. The staff was very friendly and explained the menu and didn't get impatient at us. Once the food came out, my family and I all shared our pizzas and tried the different kinds, and they were DELICIOUS. To top that off, we were given fresh baked cookies on the house. What incredible hospitality by the restaurant to do that, and that also ensured that we would be back the next time we get to visit Honolulu. If you're in the area and want some delicious pizza and great service, Big Kahuna's is your best bet.
(5)Ryan E.
If theirs a line expect a little wait. During lunch it was a 30 minute wait. Customer service was great and food good.
(4)Brian V.
I had the pizza and cheeseballs at a work function and just had to share the deliciousness with my family. We showed up at 6:45 (they close at 9:00) on a Sunday and they were out of pizza crust. We left hungry. I don't have the patience for a restraunt that can't even manage their business well enough to keep their primary reason for being open in stock through closing time, much less 2 hours before closing. Fail. 3 stars because the food is actually exceptional if you can get any.
(3)Edna M.
I would have to say that Big Kahuna's is the best pizza that I've had on this island. (In my opinion) They are a must try if you are visiting or living in Hawaii. Out of all the times I have gone I have not once had a bad experience. I do want to tell you to beware because the seating capacity is very low so you may not find a seat if it's super busy, BUT the taste of the food is so good that it over powers the stress of having to wait. Garlic cheese balls are a must have for every visit. You absolutely cannot surpass the garlic scent that hits you in the face when you walk through that door, you have to order them every time. My favorite pizza to order is the shrimp scampi pizza. Succulent shrimp on top of buttery garlic-y cheesy goodness with olives and fresh tomatoes and basil. YES! Thank you Big Kahuna's pizza for existing. You never let me and my husband down.
(5)Dan B.
I bring our visitors here to try an amazing take on pizza, but it really is important to call your order in ahead of time so you're not stuck waiting because, as others have said, it takes them some time to get everything put together. Their business practice is also very customer friendly: a few times ago they were busy and overlooked my order, causing my brother and I to have to wait for a very long time while they put everything together, visibly irritated. While we were sitting, the manager came out and gave us free drinks, as well as comped our meal with all sorts of apologies, even though I didn't push for any of that. All in all I was very pleased at how well they treated the situation and always recommend them first for pizza. Down side? Not a large place, so if you're looking to sit down somewhere with more than a group of 2 you may have difficulty depending on how busy they are since seating availability is limited.
(5)Xuannie C.
Garlic Cheese Balls for days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you come here and you don't order any then something must really be wrong with you. I can just come here and order cheese balls and I'm good. I won't need anything else. We took BF's parents here yesterday for their first time since they are visiting from out of town. We had garlic cheese balls on the house since it was their first time and let me tell ya, our table for four were literally fighting for them balls! We also ordered a pizza. Half pepperoni and half white with chicken. I wanted to try the shrimp scampi pizza so I ordered me a personal pan and ermagerd it was delicious. I didn't share with nobody! Dine in or take out it doesn't matter what you do either way you'll be enjoying some good pizza and garlic cheese balls! The staff were friendly also and don't forget this place is CASH ONLY!
(5)Kim N.
Oh my cheese balls! A definite must!! It's cash only though, so if you have to choose between the balls or pizza... Choose the balls!! It's a little pricier than most pizza places but so worth it! I usually get an order of the cheese balls and two personal sized pizzas to share. I like a little bit of everything :) Favorite pizzas... BBQ chicken and Spinach, garlic, & tomato. The staff is super nice and there's lots of parking. Call in your order before heading down and you won't have to wait as long :)
(4)Vivian L.
I've heard the stories and seen the drool-worthy photos, so it was about time I tried Big Kahuna's Pizza myself! The restaurant is located in the Airport Trade Center close to my boyfriend's neighborhood. There are lots of parking available. It was practically empty when we arrived around 3:30 p.m. The cashier who greeted us was pleasant and helpful. He spent time to explain the menu: how to order (7" vs 12" pizza), converting pizza toppings to pipeline sandwich fillings, etc. The Boyfriend and I settled on the Spinach, Garlic, and Tomato (with one choice of meat: bacon for us!) and the BBQ Chicken, both 7" personal pans. BBQ Chicken: Our favorite choice of topping. It was saucy, onion-y, and dear god! The chicken was tender perfection... Of course, you never go wrong with a bit of cilantro. Spinach, Garlic, and Tomato (with bacon): This pizza is absolutely amazing! It has spinach (love it), tomatoes (love it), and an amazing five cheese blend drizzled with garlic butter. Can I hear a loud "Love it??" Apparently, this can be served with 1 choice of meat. We picked bacon. Yummy, garlic-y, bacon pizza... Eat this pizza quick though, because you don't want it to get soggy in the garlic butter. We made the mistake of "saving the best for last." Soft drink cups are one size, but there is a "bottomless" (free refills) option. One big con: CASH ONLY.
(4)T P.
our pizzas look nothing like in the pictures. I asked for pizzas to be cooked a little less and uncut so I can finish cooking at home...I live in Kailua. I also asked that the dressing that goes on the pizza be put on the side, so I can add it on later after I finish cooking pizza. Got home...pizza was cooked, cut and covered with dressing. While I was getting pizza from the worker, I heard another customer complain that their pizza order was wrong also. Used to go to the mapunapuna location and remember the cheese balls being bigger and just better. I need to say the guys working were friendly and nice, but the finished result was disappointing and frustrating. bummer!
(3)Casey R.
On Saturday night at 8 pm they were closed an hour before there actual closing time. They said they were out of food. How could you be the best pizza on Oahu and your out of food. I have a feeling that they want to to get out at the time they close. Where on a Sunday are going to get a resupply for food?
(1)Mac J.
Da Sumo Pizza was delicious!! The seating area cannot large parties. I rated 3 stars because they do not accept credit cards. I had enough cash for me but not enough to treat my buddies. As a tech savvy guy, I know debit cards are less secure than credit cards.
(3)Nathan P.
Love the Freshly made and Hot to order dishes: Pizzas, Sandwiches, Garlic Bread. Flavors are heaven. Pictures/menu outside in the window and on the order counter plus to-go menus. Their website is what the place looks like in person. (Prices rounded off) Personal Pizzas/Sandwiches/Desserts are under $9. Drinks are $2 for a 32 oz refillable cup or bottle drinks. Large Pizzas are $22 If you have questions on the size just look on the wall for reference. Warning: Don't calculate your total after you paid for your food!
(4)Rebekah H.
Their local pizzas are great! Cheese/pepperoni, not so much. The sandwiches are super, the shakes are delish, and the garlic knots are AMAZING! The service is usually quick, but can back up quickly because so much is made to order and they have a small staff. They take cash only and there are limited seats both inside and out.
(4)Ginny S.
This place was great :) they only take cash or personal checks from local banks so that's kind of a downfall but luckily we had enough on us to pay for the meal without running a few doors down to the ATM. Food was delicious and staff was friendly and wonderful.
(4)Linda S.
Every time we go here it's absolutely delicious. Cheesy bites, subs & pizza are all yummy. My favorite is "da California Sub". If you're running short on time you should call ahead that get really busy and the dining area is small.
(5)Kirstin B.
Finally got to try this spot and despite some of the other reviews of people having bad service, I had excellent help. I decided to go ahead and call in my order. The call was answered by a female who immediately asked if I could hold on. I didn't wait long before she came back on the line. I ordered the Sumo Special for my bf and I couldn't decide on getting the White pizza or the Shrimp Scampi. I asked the woman which would she recommend between the two and she said they were both good it just depends on your preference. I went with the Shrimp Scampi pizza. I also ordered the Garlic Cheese Balls and the Hawaiian Wedding Cake. I notice they had shakes and I'm a sucker for a good shake so I enjoyed that they had a variety of choices. Again I asked the woman on what she likes and she said she liked the Kona Coffee with Oreos (which wasn't on the menu) so I went with just that. She asked if I was military and gave me my total over the phone which was great since its a cash only/local check place. The pizzas where great with flavor. It wasn't too much of anything but just right. The cheese balls were good it lives up the the other reviews on here. The cake took me back to childhood memories of going to events and it was such a familiar taste. The shake was really good and the woman there when I went to pick up my order remembered my phone order and asked how I liked the shake. The male that helped me was nice and helpful. When I punctured a hole in my cup he immediately replaced it for me. overall the whole experience was great and good food.
(5)Darlene R.
New location that I've been since we left. Garlic Cheese Balls, DO NOT FORGET to order the garlic cheese balls :) We also ordered their Big Kahuna Pizza which is pretty much the works and that was delish! When we got on the airplane a lot of people had big eyes watching us eat this loaded pie. Pizza is made to order so you will wait for a while, at least 30min. I'm sure if you are a regular, you know to order ahead of time. Dining in this place is small but a lot better looking than their old location. They don't take cards, so bring cash.
(5)Brian M.
The best pizza, subs, and garlic cheese balls on the island! Only downsides are they don't accept credit cards and seats are hard to come by during the lunch rush.
(5)Phil C.
Thank you fellow Yelper's for this find. Got off the plane at HNL starved from a day of travel. Searched and found this on Yelp! Wow, great pizza! A little pricey $12 for 7" and $21 for 12". But, hey it's Hawaii! Had the BBQ chicken pizza..it was pretty amazing. Loved the addition of a little cilantro as a kicker. It was fresh, hot, and delicious. Friendly staff - cool, low key. Give yourself about 20 minutes from time of order to eating.
(4)Lei T.
we had very delicious Hawaiian pizza and garlic cheese balls for lunch today. not the best customer service and very limited on the seating so we ended up ordering to go and took it to Starbucks....of course we ordered our drinks from starbucks
(4)Alyssa T.
You can't beat the prices here. I love that my husband and I can get a great quality lunch or dinner for two for under $20. The place is very cute, love the decor! Very limited seating, but I haven't had an issue getting a table the few times I've been. Seems most people do take out here. Some of the staff I've interacted with were slightly rude but most are friendly. The first time we went we didn't know they clear the tables themselves and actually prefer you don't throw away your own trash. So we picked up our plates and the girl snapped at us "leave the trash on the table." It was a little snippy considering we were only doing something we figured was helpful but good to know now in the future to just leave it be. The garlic cheese balls that everyone raves about from here were really nothing special to me. My husband felt the same. We only ordered them the first time we went. Don't get me wrong, they were good, but not rave worthy in my opinion. The first visit I got the shrimp scampi pizza (not sure if that was the exact name but you get the idea). It was okay. Veryyyyyy cheesy and runny being that the sauce was just a garlic butter. Made the personal pan pizza seem a bit doughy. We went again and I got a build your own pizza with spinach, sausage, and garlic on a red sauce. Phenomenal! The red sauce and the extra toppings made for a less doughy feel. Definitely going that route next time as well! They only accept cash here but an ATM is conveniently located right next door, which is good for them or I feel they'd probably lose some business over it.
(4)Miranda H.
This place has really good garlic cheese balls! Got the white pizza and BBQ chicken kinda pricy! I will go back to get the garlic cheese bread!
(4)CJ C.
The wait can be a while during peak times and the seating area is small. But its worth the wait if you have time. Everything on the menu is well priced and the food is good quality. If you are feeling like just having a snack go with the garlic cheese balls. Those are the greatest.
(4)Katie B.
Came here on our honeymoon,because our taxi driver recommended it to us and it was very delicious! The service was outstanding! The guy was very nice and helpful! He even gave us free stuff! Definitely recommend coming here!
(5)Jamie G.
Ok so the garlic cheese balls aren't really as amazing as they could be... a little too greasy for me. But their pizza was fabulous-- we got the Portagee- linguisa, green onions, and sliced tomatoes. Absolutely delicious! Great doughy crust and delicious sauce. We ordered take out and ate at our hotel for the last night in Hawaii! Yum!
(4)Liz C.
Garlic Cheese Balls are the foodgasm you've been waiting for or can't wait to have again.
(4)Austin B.
Big Kahuna's is a great place to get pizza if you're really hungry and you have friends with you. It's a little on the pricy side for pizza, but they make a good pan pizza. The cashiers and staff are generally pretty friendly and informative, but the wait time is usually long. Likes: The pizza crust of Big Kahuna's is pretty thick, but at the same time, has a nice crunch to it. I've tried a variety of their pizzas and they all taste great for the most part. They also have interesting (and large) desserts. Dislikes: LONG wait. Be prepared to suffer while waiting for your food (being on an empty stomach while smelling pizza and garlic for about 20-30 minutes will drive you crazy). I'm thinking maybe it's because they're pretty popular and the pizza crust is thick. Favorites: I like to get the da sumo special pizza. Really rich, but it's different from a typical pizza chain. I'd recommend this place to anyone who likes pizza who is looking for something different and locally inspired. For the locals, it's also a good place to stop by if you're stuck in traffic from town back to leeward/central side. I'd suggest calling in your order though. Chances are you'd still have to wait (not as long), but it's worth it.
(4)Chris P.
This time I got the Kanaka pizza and it's my new favorite! But it's still fun to try their other different "Hawaiian" specialty pizzas in the cute personal pan size! Also, I ordered the garlic cheese balls with EXTRA garlic this time. Yay for garlic breath! It's like instant birth control! Small seating area, though. I suggest calling in your order ahead of time and just get take out. When I got there and paid, I was still waiting a bit. Total wait time was about an hour for a Sunday night. At least you know your pizza is made to order! And be prepared for cash only. There is an ATM next to L&L, though. But they do offer 10% military discount! Mahalo Big Kahauna's!
(4)Anita C.
My friend told me that the cheese balls were pretty good from Big Kahuna's and since we were a little weary of the time (I had to catch a flight), we decided to go there. I spent some time looking over the menu and let this other family order first since I didn't know what was being offered. The cashier offered them free cheese balls and a discount because it was someone's first time there, specifically asking if it was their first time. When we ordered, no one asked if it was our first time even though I spent quite a bit of time looking over everything. and they ONLY TAKE CASH or check. So the lack of uniform customer service kind of put me off. When the food came out, the cheese balls were okay, if there were marinara sauce I think it would have been great. I ordered a personal pizza with sausage and chopped tomatoes. There weren't that many pieces of sausage and the tomatoes were sliced, which was fine because it's still tomato. Overall, it was just okay. I wouldn't go out of my way to order pizza from here that's for sure.
(3)Christina S.
I love their pizza and those garlic cheese balls. The best balls I ever had!!!! I usually order a portagee pizza if we're just ordering a personal pan (7"). But if we're ordering the medium pan (12") than we order the sumo special. It's basically like having a supreme pizza but the way us Hawaii people like to eat it. Pepperoni, ham, italian sausage, portuguese sausage (pochos), kalua pork, onions, mushroom, tomato and black olives. Although I could do without the olives because I'm not a fan of olives. Just don't forget the regular order of Garlic Cheese Balls!!
(5)Santi T.
When you come to a restaurant where the most popular pizza is named "Da Sumo Special" what do you expect?? A pizza made for people who have a huge appetite like me! The creation starts with a thick crust topped with pepperoni, ham, italian & portuguese sausage, bacon, kalua pork, and veggies (12" pan $20). When they say it "broke da mouth" expect it to break any thoughts of dieting. They have specialty pizzas like kanaka (kalua pork with bbq sauce), haole (ham and pineapple), portagee (linguisa sausage), pake (chicken with sweet & sour sauce), and a few more. These can also be converted to sandwiches too. Can't have enough dough? Be sure to get their garlic cheese balls (12 for $5.65) which oozes of cheese and butter! You get the picture that this place reeks of heart clogging goodness. This place is very close to the airport with tons of free parking. Seating is available and the staff is super chill. No credit cards. To my mainland friends, this is a perfect place to grab a bite before a long flight home. As they say, "da buggas are loaded"!!
(4)Chad A.
A solid four star establishment, the pizza is great when hot, but when it is the slightest bit cold it is nowhere near as good. The place is usually busy and just about everything on the menu is tasty. It is best to call in an order but get there before the 20 minutes they say it will be, because you don't want to eat this stuff cold. A military discount is offered too.
(4)Sione T.
Pizza was okay at best. Waited forever and was disappointed with the results. Ingredients were not fresh and the cheese was old.
(2)Christine E.
I want your balls!!! This place is delicious. If I can't have an Infernos pizza, I'll take a Big Kahuna's one. The Texan is ridiculous with their beef brisket and barbeque sauce all over. And don't forget the garlic cheese balls. Garlic - Cheese - Balls. Nuff said. And don't forget their desserts! The Hawaiian Wedding Cake is standard so you can avoid it and get something else, LIKE, the Tropical Fruit Tart which is all sorts of delicious (think vanilla custard on a buttery shortbread crust with a bunch of fruits), and the Kokoleka which is equally as delicious too...reminds me of a chocolate haupia pie...but no haupia. lol. Things to be aware of: 1) They are CASH ONLY. And they are pretty pricey (think $18 for the large size specialty pizzas)so make sure you have enough cash. 2) They only come in 2 sizes: Personal Pan and Medium (medium has about 8 slices in it) 3) 10% military discount! So grab your favorite serviceman and head on down! 4) Call ahead so you're not waiting around for 40 minutes. 5) Order early! When they "no mo da kine", you outta luck. I once called them at 7 and they ran out of large size dough. You couldn't order a large! I was devastated. :( So...i did what any smart girl should and ordered 4 small ones instead :)
(4)Anna B.
Really don't know what everyone likes about this place! The pizza tasted like box microwaved pizza. The garlic cheese balls were average as well.... The staff is very friendly and they give military discount which is a plus! I wouldn't go back though.
(2)Chad Y.
Oh Big Kahuna, you certainly might think you are the "big kahuna" yet when it comes to pizza's I sadly must disagree. You aren't bad or anything like that, just nothing wow-ing that made me say "I have to come back for more." You serve up a decent pizza at a fairly comfortable setting with decent service. You're simply...ok... The menu offers the pizzas you would come to expect along with a selections that attempts to set it apart from the rest. Upon first glance, the Sumo caught our eye and with items like kalua pig, pepperoni, ham, bacon, portugese sausage and more, wouldn't you think you are in for a treat? Well, it sadly fell flat and the kalua pig flavors which were muted at best sort of overwhelmed the flavor profile and it just missed the mark. The BBQ chicken was decent, however if you are thinking that you are going to get your CPK pizza, think again. Granted it is meant to be different, but the flavors again just slightly missed the mark and came out as ok...this isn't bad. The chicken was a little dry and the BBQ flavor was somewhat muted and lacked that final UMPH to make me say, wow, this was good. It could have just used a little more BBQ. Needless to say, we had to try the garlic cheese balls which were pillowy bites of very well done carbohydrates. However, I sadly must say like the pizza it lacked the bold garlic or cheesy flavors that one might come to expect. You could taste the garlic, however it wasn't enough to make you stay away from eating while on a date. Service is nothing to sneer at and they are pretty good about quickly making your pizza so you can be on your way. However, like any pizza place, you might want to phone your order in so you aren't waiting for what seems like an eternity when you are hungry. Prices are rather reasonable and the pizzas come in a personal pan size and a full size pizza which is enough to feed about 3-4 people, depending on appetite. Note it is Cash Only. Seating at the location is limited, however if it is just a few of you it shouldn't be much of an inconvenience. It's location near the airport is comfortable and offers a good amount of parking. All in all, it's an ok place to go. There isn't anything truly wow-ing, however at the same time you won't leave disappointed. Almost forgot to mention, its pickup or eat in only. No delivery option at time of writing.
(3)Ryan T.
It's 2013 and this place is still cash only.
(1)Joeron B.
Went in at 545p on a Friday and was told they were out of pizza? Wtf. No "sorry" just try our sandwiches. I guess if you are making money you don't need customer service.
(1)Bryan R.
Ehh, it's ok... Got 2 mediums, 1 Pep & the other bbq chicken. Maybe I should've asked for a thinner crust as these things came out a bit thick, looking more like a pan-style pizza. Based on reviews the family was expecting a mind-blowing pizza experience (especially after the flight from CA & 2 hour wait @ crappy Hertz). What we got was 'ok' pizzas though the Garlic Cheese Balls (as everyone already mentioned) were the highlight of the meal. We would've been content with these cheesy-garlicky balls alone though I doubt we'll be returning.
(3)Danny D.
Decided to follow everyone's advice and try Big kahuna pizza. I wasn't disappointed. First off if you are military they give a 10% discount. It is right by the airport so it is easy to find. I was just ordering for one so I did one of the 7" individual pizzas. I would say they are pretty similar in size to a Pizza Hut personal pan pizza. Enough for one person but definitely not for two. I chose to go with the paisano pizza, add jalapeños, easy on the sauce. The first thing I really liked about the pizza is they cook them "well done". It wasn't burned by any means just actually cooked unlike deep dish pizzas at a lot of major chain restaurants. The crust was crispy, the sauce was full of flavor, and the jalapeños packed a nice bite. The staff is super friendly. Just be advised that there is limited seating at the store.
(4)Cynthia C.
Great Kailua pork sandwich! It's huge & can feed two adults. Their pizza isn't bad either. Overall, it's a great place for pizza & family!
(5)Paul P.
Excellent food best pizza on island. A must stop on way to airport. Our family has been twice. The first time it was our birthday s and they gave us free cookies and the second time we were picking up food for a friend who was home alone with twins and they through hers in for free. This place is excellent. Extremely friendly service and great people. If you ever visit this is a must stop. I would give them 10 stars if I could
(5)Misty P.
Maybe this isn't my thing, but it's just my humble opinion. (Everyone has their own likes and dislikes.) The service is friendly and great. However, the pizza is not the style I like it to be. The crust is meh and too thick. There's just too much bread in there compared to toppings and sauce. The pizzas are made fresh and I give them credit for it but it takes a while to make so call ahead if you are in a rush. I got the Sumo pizza which has EVERYTHING you could possibly imagine on it...from Portuguese sausage, pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, olives, etc... There's just something missing from the pizza in terms of flavor. Maybe it's the sauce or crust but something just makes it seem plain - even after all those wonderful toppings.
(2)Esther C.
Located walking distance from the airport, we stumbled across this little gem after landing in Hawaii. It was quite easy to select Big Kahuna's out of the many restaurants in the plaza as the entrance was constantly filled with customers arriving and departing. Oh, did I mention their doors are covered with stickers like "People love us on Yelp"! Finding seats was a hassle as the restaurant is small and crowded, even on a Wednesday night. You have to keep an eye out for who is almost done with their meal &leaving soon so you can claim your chairs by standing close to the table. We ordered Da Sumo Special and the Kanaka Pizza. We also wanted to try the famous garlic cheese balls which we had to wait for 15 more minutes as they ran out of their famous item. The pizzas were loaded with toppings, cheese, and sauce. Each bite of the cal-zone type pizza was filled with flavorful meat, veggies, cheese, cheese, cheese, and more cheese. Finally the garlic cheese balls came - garlic, cheese, bread...what can go wrong? It was amazing- buttery, crispy, fresh-out-of-the-oven bread balls with stringy cheese that melts in your mouth. Do share with others since it is filling and heavy. Definitely made the right choice in eating our first meal in Hawaii here.
(4)Anastasia R.
I've had some amazing pizza across the United States. I had high hopes based on the reviews that this would bet my go to pizza spot. Unfortunately, I wasn't impressed. Let's start off with the good. This place is super close to my house. The pizza choices are creative but not over the top. The people who work there were friendly and helpful. They offer a military discount! The pizza sauce is delicious as well. On to the not so good. I ordered cheesy garlic balls, a pepperoni pizza, a meat lovers, a ghiradelli chocolate shake, and a caramel shake. The cheesy garli balls were tough and had barely any garlic, just Grady cheese barely clingy on. I don't care for the crust on their pizzas. I'm all about pan pizza but this crust was too dense. The meat lovers had pepperoni, sausage, bacon Kalua pork, and brisket. I didn't notice any bacon only pizza. There wasn't much kalua pork either. The brisket was so dry it almost made the pizza in edible. I was hugely disappointed. The shakes were thinned out with so much milk that it didn't satisfy my craving for a thick milkshake for dessert with dinner. I appreciate what their trying to do but it just wasn't worth the cost. I don't plan on trying them again.
(2)Tamra P.
Shortly before dropping the hubby off at the airport we decided to cram in one last meal together. BKP was very close, quick, and had good Yelp ratings. They had a wide variety of pizzas and sandwiches to choose from (pretty much any pizza could be made into a sandwich). I love bread. I can do without rice, pasta, but bread is where the carb cutting gets rough. This was one of the rare times I thought "whoa, this is a lot of bread!!!" so if you are a fellow lover of the white glutenous poufy goodness you will be in carb heaven. I had the eggplant sandwich which was pretty good, and left at least half the bread behind so I would feel less guilty about indulging in some garlic cheese balls. They have sold over 5 million of those balls! Crazy! They had a delightfully pillowy texture, warm, but not too garlicky - and kind of sweet. The food was 3 or 3.5 stars, but the excellent service from the time we walked in to when we left bumped this to a 4 star review. Hopefully there will be more healthy offerings (salad?) here in the future.
(4)Richard M.
Their pizzas are very unique. I am a pizza lover and this place does not disappoint!!!! Highly suggest the trip over, and If you are laying over at an Honolulu airport hotel like I was, it is worth the walk!!
(5)Jason L.
We returned to Oahu after a number of years and couldn't wait to get a Big Kahuna pizza. The establishment is pretty accessible parking wise and the staff was helpful. We did order a side of their famous cheese balls and those haven't changed although my ability to metabolize them has. I would say the pizza quality seems to have changed and there is a lot more dough than toppings. I am comparing it with Boston Pizza in Aiea which always produces a perfect pie. Ours was burned on the underside as well which we would have taken it back but we we're already home. I give three stars because I think the price and the hype may be about the atmosphere-which is good; but the pizza is average.
(3)Andrea G.
Best pizza on the island! Excellent food and customer service. Family friendly. Fun environment. Great parking. Highly recommend!!
(5)Rachel S.
Sooooo rude! I came in at around 8:50 and a boy asked me if I had made an order and I replied no. Then he said they sold out of everything and was only taking orders. I admit I was upset because I really love their cheese balls (soooo good.) So I walked out, and as I was pretty much out the door some woman, I don't know if it was their manager or not yelled to me, "We have a sign but no one reads it!" I was very pissed because why would you wait till I was outside for you to say something like that? I mean if you were going to say something so rude, at least say it to my face. RUDE! It would be a great place if their management and customer service matched their quality of food!
(1)Dave K.
This place is good. They are polite, helpful and the food is good (especially the cheese bread rolls of death) They have pizza and can also make any pizza on the menu a sandwich.. Cons: only take cash, seating is very limited. None of which stops me from going.
(5)Sesilia R.
My family and I really liked this place we ate the meat lovers with a small order of the garlic bread and ordered BBQ chicken pizza to go... It was awesome and the best part is that you can order to go , so if you have a big party you can just take it home. The prices were also good a 7" pizza was around $8 and a 12" was around $22
(5)Desiree R.
If you have a layover longer than 60 minutes in Honolulu International Airport, definitely check Big Kahuna's pizza out. It's about a half mile away from the airport. They are quick and very tasty. The garlic knot/rolls were a cheesy, garlicky hot mess that you could make a meal out of (if wanted). The pizza has some interesting twists from the norm and was a pleasant surprise. The crust is very similar to "hand-tossed" in thickness.... but 10 times better than Domino's. Weary travelers do yourself a favor and stop by this place before heading out, your stomach will thank you!
(4)Clay H.
Stopped here before we dropped some friends off at the airport. We had the white pizza which was pretty good but you really can't go wrong ordering the garlic cheese balls. Really tasty! I would go here again if I were in the area.
(4)C K.
I want to like this place but I honestly don't care for their sauce and neither does my family. It's not zesty enough. It tastes like it has a lot of cheese in it and is more of a rose sauce than a pizza or marinara sauce. I got the white pizza yesterday and it was ok for about 2 slices and then the ricotta got to me. The garlic cheese balls were good. This was our second visit and the customer service is outstanding. I just don't like their pizzas. I may give it another try if I'm in the mood for a sandwich.
(3)Marien Y.
Went for happy hour with some friends, we shared some half off appetizers and had a few drinks. The food was good for what it was... Bar food. Shared the pork nachos, chicken quesadillas, cheese fries and chicken tenders. The waitress was also very friendly. Con: the place was pretty empty. Overall I had a good experience.
(4)Nicole K.
If I could eat here every day for lunch, I think I'd be the fattest person on earth. And honestly, I wouldn't even care. People seem to think that Big Kahuna's pizza is mediocre (because they've only tried the cheese or bbq chicken). That doesn't even cover it people. Until you've tried the sumo special, you haven't lived your life to its fullest. I have a going away party for me at my workplace today, and my boss asked me: "Nicole, do you like pizza?" *pause* Me: "uh .... YES!" I'm a poor college student ... of course I like pizza. When she told me they were ordering from Big Kahunas I almost peed my pants in excitement. They had an order sheet at someone's desk, but for some reason I just assumed that they knew what I wanted (because I get the same thing every time -- the sumo special). So I didn't write down my order. I got a text from my boss this morning asking what I wanted, and I was confused at first. Then I remembered that not everyone understands my love for the sumo special. I also like their spinach, garlic, tomato pizza -- it reminds me of JJ Dolan's margherita pizza. But that's if I'm trying to be healthy and all. Sometimes if i'm feeling in a sandwich mood, i just make my pizza into a sandwich. Perfect right? The two things poor college kids eat (besides instant ramen) is pizza and sandwiches. And Big Kahuna's definitely does it right. Yelp 365 Challenge: 043 of 365
(4)Jerrin C.
Delicious food; Excellent customer service; Welcoming atmosphere; Recommended to everyone visiting or living in Oahu.
(5)Teresa D.
Great cheesy garlic balls and the white pizza was awesome! We enjoyed pizza night at big Kahuna's, and we'll definitely go back!
(4)Reid O.
Get here early, very few seats are available inside. Do yourself a favor and order some Garlic Cheese Balls! They are UNBELIEVABLE!! I knew them originally as Kahuna Balls and used to be baked in circle pie tin. Just as good as before! Pizza and sandwiches are great. We go for the Sumo Special and you can taste just how fresh the veggies are. I've always loved this pizza joint, from when they were just up the street.
(5)Derek R.
big kahuna's pizza you gotta get dah cheezy garlic balls! if you can hang.... get the bbq pulled pork sandwich! talking about kanak attack! got the old hawaii nastalgia going on... sort of corney... but! da buggah winnahz! :D
(4)Cara C.
The garlic cheese balls were delicious!! We didn't try the pizza, but the sandwiches we got were great!! Huge sizes make the price not so bad! Definitely will be returning!
(4)Rob D.
You want awesome local pizza in Hawaii, then this is the place to stop by - if you got the time. I ordered their specialty pizza, Kanaka and added additionally toppings (basil and pineapple). It was simply delicious! Unlimited fountain drinks and you can get to-go orders, which is probably the best thing to do. The place is small, in a shopping center near the airport. The negative thing about the place is the wait time. I waited much longer than I anticipated. The place was crowed and only one cashier/server. They seriously need to look at hiring another person! In addition, they only take CASH.
(4)Tiffany Y.
In the early part of 2000, I remember how my office would gather up orders and FAX... F... A... X... them before they opened because their sandwiches and garlic cheese balls were heavenly (I had to drag out the fax because there was no such thing as online orders back then..hehe) Truthfully, I miss the previous location. I prefer the previous location ambiance over the current location. The previous location had its appeal on its own...it was like a throwback of the "plantation days". No longer do we see it around Oahu and that era is unknown to our children. Anyhow, it didn't matter to me if the parking lot was filled to the brim because we called in our order and it would be ready for us. It didn't matter that at times we would have to squeeze through because there was just something about that previous location that added an "oomph" to their service and food. But, construction and business changes things to where relocation happens. Granted, they have a bigger area but they are part of a building. Thus, losing their "plantation" day appeal. Nevertheless, their food and service has not changed. They still provide great service as well as great sandwiches and garlic cheese balls. Definite recommendation to stop after you pick up or drop off someone from the airport or if you are in the area during lunch time.
(4)Clarissa M.
The pizzas are tasty - no thin crust available. They offer any pizza to be converted to a sandwich and offer make your own pizza. The seating inside is very small - only about five tables and lunch hour is busy! This would be a great take out place though. We tried the shrimp scampi, a shrimp veggie, and a California blt sandwich. More than enough food for three. Apparently the owner is a vegetarian but the food is tasty! It's definitely different from other pizza joints.
(3)Wayne S.
I am sorry to say this but I DONT GET IT! Tried it again and again and I have to say that their pizza is just ok. Nothing special, they cheese balls werent anything special. We went in during an off time, the restaurant was slow ordered our pizza and balls and waited.............and waited..............and waited...........and waited. We must have waited about 25 mins for our fricken pizza!! The pizza was regretfully way too salty, we also ordered cilantro as a topping and you would think that there was a world shortage of cilantro, the cheese on the balls were barely melted. Yeah, NO! Also there was this guy who we let order before us and all he wanted was 2 chocolate milk shakes.............poor guy waited patiently for 20+ minutes. I would have blown a gasket going 10 mins into the wait. JUST FOR CHOCOLATE MILK SHAKES!!! people hurry the heck up. I just hope for their sake they were turning the crank on their home made, made to order ice cream.
(2)Bianca V.
Good service, great pizza & cheese balls! I love the california club pizza. Its loaded with lettuce, tomatoes,bacon and goodness..... I always get it with a side of ranch....yumm
(4)Ash O.
Big Kahuna's is located in the Airport Trade Center on Paiea Street and it is...the BOMB DIGGITY. Okay, I don't know if people even use that slang anymore, but it truly is the bombdiggity boomshakalaka of all things awesome. (COOL GANGSTA VERSION) Eh yo (wo)man! Park yo pimp ride in the lot, but before you swagga' in make sure you or yo boo gots them paper n' coinage because Big Kahuna's don't take no plastic in dat hizzouse. I love me dem garlic cheese balls. Get 'um son before dems gone! (TRANSLATED VERSION) Greetings and salutations! Parking for this establishment is free and is located right in front of the restaurant. Please make certain that you have cash on hand as Big Kahuna's does not accept credit or debit card. I find the garlic cheese balls to be indisputably delicious and really quite a deal at only $5.65/dozen. They are my recommended menu item of choice and in my humble opinion should not be omitted from your overall order. P.S. I think the funniest part of ordering Big Kahuna garlic cheese balls is when the cashier yells the order to the cook for him/her to "ball..in" (put the cheese balls in the oven). It always makes me laugh because (#1) I'm easily amused and (#2) I honestly do feel like I'm ballin' for spending less than $6 on something so unbelievably delicious. Like Charlie Sheen says, WINNING!!! Yay, you!!! P.P.S. You're welcome.
(5)Gordon H.
Garlic cheese balls.....delicious!!!! Pizza's are amazing too! Deep dish Chicago style. I'd give the service 5 stars because the young man at the counter was very nice and gave great suggestions. It was my first time there and he gave us free cheese balls! They also have military discount. My pizza was a little burnt but it was still delicious. I recommend it if you pick up your friends and family at the airport and then head over there. All pizzas are made per order so it will take about 10-15 mins for a pizza to be brought out. Come early because seating is limited.
(4)Randy L.
Love their Garlic Cheese balls and the White Pizza!! Just Heavenly!!
(5)Chris A.
Be aware its cash only trying to dodge taxes, its the 21st century i thinks it stupid cash only
(1)Alysia E.
Haven't gotten my food yet but, walking in the smell alone gives this place a ton of brownie points. The staff are super nice also. The only improvement I see is more sitting space, we walked here from best western and want to eat it fresh so, we have to hope two seats open up before food is ready. The setting is also A+ music is chill too. If you haven't already, get your butts here and try this place!! Military get discounts and first timers get free famous cheese balls!!
(4)Jenn K.
I went during the lunch rush which I would not recommend. There were no seats, but we were able to find some tables outside in the plaza area. They called "Nick" when our food was ready, there's no one named Nick in our group. I had the chicken club sandwich, and If I knew how greasy it was going to be I would've just had a pizza. Others in my group had the pizza and milkshake, and in their worlds was " a hell of a milkshake." The personal pizzas are exactly like pizza hut ones. In conclusion, okay place to grab a quick pizza and shake. If you're thinking about a sandwich, pass on it. Just fold your pizza in half.
(2)Michael J.
Pros: -Delicious pizza made with fresh, quality ingredients. Yeah, I know lots of pizza joints advertise their stuff like that, but this place actually does it. -The garlic cheese balls everybody raves about on here are for real. But they're better hot than cold, so wouldn't count on them for good fridge snack food. -Very friendly staff. My friend spilled a couple slices of our pizza on the ground and they made a small one free of charge. Since it was my first time, they also did not charge us for the cheese balls. -Nice atmosphere, relaxing place with good music. Nice place to unwind and enjoy a good meal. Cons...very minor ones. -Cash or local check. This isn't a big deal for me since I usually have both on hand. -Small. Most of their business seems to be takeout. Their seating area could handle one large family and a couple couples, that's about it.
(4)Matt B.
Pizza and garlic cheesy balls, what more could you ask for. They do great Subs if you don't want to share. Parking is fairly easy but the place is small so you might not get a table easily but they do take out!
(5)Nick W.
Hadn't tasted their pizza since I was a kid, but went their with my girlfriend, who always raved about the cheese balls. Got a huge order and filled up on them before our pizza even showed up. Worth it. Pizza is better than most in Hawaii as well, and military discount and great service make this place 5 star worthy.
(5)Sebastian R.
Had to pick some people up from the airport and Da Big Kahuna's was recommended by several friends so my wife and I decided to give it a go. The place looked busy and the variety of pizza was very impressive so that made sense. The pizza was good but I can't say that I would go out of my way to go again. The seating is very limited indoors and there really isn't any outside seating available either. Also they only accept local checks or cash. I can't remember the last time I wrote a check for anything other than a bill. I will make it a point to stop in whenever I pick someone up at the airport but again, not some place that I'd go out of my way for. Also, no wings? I don't of any pizza place that doesn't offer wings?
(3)Juliet H.
Very disappointed by their pizza. We are pizza lovers and were excited by good yelp reviews and a long line of people waiting. We ordered a special combination and a cheese. Besides being somewhat under-cooked and doughy, the ingredients are poor quality, especially the dough and cheese (think of Little Ceasars). Even our kids didn't like it. I can honestly say I've had better frozen pizza. Costco pizza is even better than this place. The place is very small, so getting a table was a chore, however I will say that the staff were friendly, but they just can't make up for the bad pizza.
(1)Greta R.
Seriously, I wish Big Kahuna would open a store in Hawaii Kai!! Their garlic bread balls are fabulous and their Kalua Pizza is crazy delicious!!! (Kanaka Pizza)
(5)Mel M.
Easily one of my favorite pizza joints. Staff is friendly, service is decently fast (for a place that's usually crowded) and every time we come in we get a free sample of something or another :) who doesn't like free (tasty) stuff? Here's a break down of some things we've had: Sumo Pizza - an "everything but the kitchen sink: type pizza, pretty good, wish there was more pulled pork on it though. White Pizza- simple but delicious! Haole Pizza (Hawaiian Pizza on the mainland) - excellent! They actually put legit amounts of ham on there, non of that "bits if ham" crap you see at other places. New Yorker sandwich - Hubby said it was alright, could've have done with a little more meat a little less bread BBQ Kalua Pulled Porl Sandwich - another favorite! sweet and juicy pulled pork. last but not least... CHEESY GARLIC BALLS! Always a must-order, eat them hot and ask for extra garlic! Other things to look out for: cash only/ limited seating area.
(4)uilani c.
Although the service was slow the pizza and the garlic knots were fantastic! We arrived just before the lunch crowd and thankfully got two seats on the bar. It was getting packed quickly with what looked to be people who worked nearby. After the lunch rush was through there continued to be a steady stream of military personnel. We ordered the 12" pizza; 1/2 spinach, tomato, garlic (and added bacon as an additional topping) and 1/2 pepperoni. Delicious! The crust was on the thicker side but it was not soggy and it had a good taste. The garlic knots were just a tad bit salty but they were crispy on the outside and soft, soft, soft on the inside. Absolutely delicious!
(4)Claudia Z.
There aren't that many great pizza joints on the island, heck, growing up I thought Papa John's was the best thing ever. That is, until I stumbled onto a little shack called Big Kahuna's, that's when they were still on Puuloa Rd. Before I got my drivers license, I walked to Big Kahuna's for a slice of onoliciousness! After I left for college on the mainland, every time I come home to visit, my parents would have Da Sumo Special pizza and garlic cheese balls waiting for me when I get in from HNL =). Oh that smell is intoxicating! And that first bite into slight crunch crust, gooey melted cheese, soft dough... then all the flavors of the toppings hits you like a dynamite! Kalua pork, portagee sausage, bacon, onions, mushrooms, olives, etc etc... am I drooling? Tip: they are BUSY, so call your order in about 30 minutes ahead of time. Tip2: they run out of garlic cheese balls, so order 'em early! I came back after college and nearly had a heart attacked when driving down Puuloa Rd and the green shack was gone! Found out that they moved closer to the air port (whew!), into a real building with a real parking lot, getting fancy huh? The food is still amazing, service is great, but I kinda miss the old shack and dirt parking lot.
(5)Aimee M.
I 2nd all the reviews about the cheese balls and pizza. Wonderful. Don't let the strip mall location deter you in any way.
(5)Sonia S.
I've heard great things about Big Kahuna's years ago and never had the opportunity to try it back then at their old location. With a short time to spare before catching my flight, I stopped in for a quick lunch. I've heard about their cheese balls, but wasn't feeling it that day. Instead I was told I could "create" my own sandwich or pizza. I chose to be a sandwich artist and create my own sandwich. I'm so glad I did because I loved my sandwich! The *Sonia Special* consisted of: chicken, salami, bacon, sundried tomatoes, cilantro, pizza sauce with their 5 blend cheese. It was scrumpdiliumptious! The flavors just worked together so well and the bread was perfect....a little crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I know this would be an amazing pizza, too. My friend order the pulled pork sandwich, but after taking one bite of mine, he wanted to trade. I don't think so, buddy... This place is a little out of my way, but will be back again to do more creating!
(4)Janet K.
I'm still in love with their pizza. I didn't order their garlic cheese balls this time and just went with their pepperoni, Italian sausage, and mushroom pizza. I just love the crust so much. It's so flaky and buttery... YUM! We ordered takeout and I must warn you that they are VERY BUSY and do take a while so call in your order. Our pizza took about 45 minutes to make and the person who answered the phone kept putting me on hold to finish up the other call orders so while I tried to call in the order before heading on the freeway from town, I made it there and still had to wait 20+ minutes. It was however a FRIDAY night during prime time dinner hour and a lot of people were there waiting to pick up their pizza. I think it's definitely worth the wait, especially on that side of the island!
(5)Cheryl G.
I have been to Big Kahuna's Pizza many times including when they were not at this location. The food here is yummy. They have a small eating area with a few tables and chairs. It's clean. Service is good. First off the Garlic Cheese Balls are amazeballs!! I would go just to eat these! :) All the pizzas are yummy. Everything is made fresh. If you are going to do take out I recommend calling it in first. Important note: They accept cash and check only!
(5)Denise M.
Amazing garlic, butter cheese balls! And I am addicted to the Killah Kalua Pork Sandwich! We call in an order once a week from work and they always have it fresh and ready!
(5)Christopher D.
I'm a big fan of Big Kahuna's. They have all the regular pizzas but where they really shine is their variety of specialty pizzas you can't get anywhere else. The Portagee and Spinach Garlic & Tomato pizzas are my particular favorites but I haven't been disappointed with anything yet. The garlic cheese balls they make are also good but can sometimes be a little skimpy on the cheese. Still a wonderful treat. Only complaints are that they're cash only and a few times now our to go order has taken noticeably longer than we were told it would.
(4)Dean H.
I was really disappointed with this place. I remember eating the pizza and cheese garlic balls LOOOONG ago in that HOT place in the middle of the industrial area and it was soooo good. I just never stopped in that area long enough to eat something so I haven't gone back in years. Until last week..... It We found the new place on YELP and mapquested it. We got there and was surprised that it is now in a new fangled, clean, air conditioned place in a strip mall RIGHT near the airport (across from Kennys). I remember someone talking about the sandwiches so I ordered the BBQ brisket sand. Uhhhhh, not good. HUGE, spanking bun, little bit of meat. The meat and bbq sauce was pretty tasty but it just wasn't satifying at all. Then I saw the SUMO pizza. I had to order that. That was ok. It wasn't the bestest of the best but it was awwright....I always remembered the pizza being a winner and this just wasn't what I expected. Ok now on to the cheesy garlic balls...WHAT HAPPENED!!! It was just warm, the cheese wasn't melted, and it wasn't good. I had major sad face syndrome. I remember it being melty, gooey, goodness and now it was just solid cheese on bread. The service was great, as well as the A/C now keeping the place moderately cool. It sure was packed in there so I guess people like the place. I hope that if I ever decide to go back the process of making the foods steps up as well as the amounts as well as the....I dunno, I just wasn't happy with my return visit to this place....
(2)Beth I.
I really want to love this place cause I do love a fresh pizza, but there are so so many pizza joints nowadays to compare to. I do like the Pizza at Big Kahuna's and I think it's great that you can get half and half orders. I often get pepperoni on one side for my son and the sumo special on the other side for me and the bf. It's really tasty, yes, but I prefer JJ Dolan's lighter, thinner crust. BK's pizza is also around $20. They have a mini, but it'll only feed one or 2 peeps. This place is busy, let me tell you, and you're lucky if you can get a table in this small eatery. The restaurant is right near the airport in the shopping complex (Airport Trade Center) on Paiea Street. It's easy to find and has TONS of parking. I like that part. They have grass shack-type decor inside with big wooden tables. The next time I go (and when I give up my low carb diet) I will try their sammy's. Sounds pretty good. They pride themselves on their garlic cheese balls, but honestly, they do not make me smile. They are doughy, super buttery/oily, and covered in more oily cheese. On top of all that they are super garlicky and your hands smell for hours. I have nothing against garlic, cheese, or balls, but these are too doughy and frankly not good. Stick with the pizza and sandwiches and it's an OK experience.
(3)Clement Y.
Garlic Balls!!!!! And pizza. You really can't eat here without getting the garlic cheese balls its a must. I love all of their different kinds of pizzas anything you choose will be good. I just wish the pizza's were bigger so i could have more to eat since i'm such a pig. Just watch the lunch rush and you should be okay.
(5)Satoru Y.
Probably my favorite pizza place on Oahu. The pizza purists will probably make some comments about how this type of pizza may be a messy clustered shadow of what they will say is the best. They probably would end up comparing it to places like California Pizza Kitchen. The pizzas do have an obvious California style to them. However, what I love about it is that these pizzas do a take that is totally and undeniably local to Hawaii: both in conception and flavor. They are also damn good too. Keeping it local, the pizza are very hearty, greasy, flavorful, and probably will not do wonders to anyone's cholesterol levels. There is a great variety of different pizzas, and you also have the option to put the same toppings into a sub rather than a pizza: ingenious. This place has their traditional and specialty pizzas, and you can create your own pizza with a checklist as well. Each of their specialty pizzas I've had have been surprising unique from one another, and yet they were all very tasty. There are a few that definitely stick out in my mind. I love the California Club, love that Applewood Smoked Bacon (besides the chicken and ham) along with the veggies and ranch: sandwich as a pizza. The Banzai is delicious with both the Teriyaki Chicken and Glazed Crust. The Kanaka is also one of my faves, with the BBQ shredded Kalua Pork. Many have said it before, but the Garlic Cheese Balls are very delicious. How can you go wrong with cheese balls made with garlic and butter, covered in a layer of cheese. Though it may be difficult, just make sure you don't pop in too many of them or you may regret it. The couple small gripes I have are that the place is cash-only and that sometimes the wait is a little bit longer. Although I'm not a fan of cash-only places, as it is a slight inconvenience some times; though I believe there is an ATM near by. i probably could address the wait for my order by ordering ahead. Despite this small gripes, this place is still a great place to get some unique and flamboyant pizza. Great over-the-top local pizza which is made Hawaiian-style.
(5)Erika A.
I keep saying that I don't like pizza but I think that 80% of my reviews are actually pizza places! Anyway, even though I don't like pizza my family does and I approve of some places. It just happens that Hawaii has many great pizza places. I like Big Kahuna's because they have amazing cheese balls. I cannot even begin to explain how unbelievable they are, just take my word for it. They also have this real good Mexican/Taco pizza which I find it quite tasty. The staff is always very friendly and if you are military they offer 10% off your purchase. The only downside is that the place is quite small and there is constantly a lot of people there during lunch time but I promise it's worth the wait. Just make sure you bring cash because that is the only payment they accept. They may take local checks but I am not sure.
(4)Raul M.
This is my favorite pizza place on the island. Everything is fresh and full of flavor! The garlic cheese balls are awesome and our fave pizza's are da suma and da California club. Expect long lines on the weekend lunch times so be warned but is really worth it
(5)Leghorn M.
It's the best. I came home from the mainland and had to grab some Big Kahuna. The kamaka pizza's my favorite! Cash only (there's an ATM right next door). There's not much room to sit but you'll come back because the food is so good.
(5)Julie-ann O.
5 star because it's the best pizza on the island. If u like thin crust pizza don't go here. Every time I try a new pizza place I think big kahunas is the best. There have been other places that were exceptional but are now closed down. If you don't know what to try and like supreme style pizza's then order the sumo. Me, I can never decide between the white pizza or the Mexican. I love them both equally. Mexican may be too spicy for most so if you cannot handle the heat then don't go there, it has jalapeño's on it. The white pizza is the best cheese pizza on the island, I scoff at people who say Boston's white pizza is the best. Yuck. The sandwiches are also good and huge the last time I ordered it. They also have cheese balls which are soft, garlicky, and cheesy-really good.
(5)Kristianne S.
Delish! 3 dines here and never dissapointed. Big menu, specialty flavors and you cannot pass up the garlic cheese balls! My first time having kahlua pork and brisket on a pizza... omg so tasty! The service is super friendly. Be prepared for a crowd, the seating is tight, or call ahead to make a reservation. Cash only and there is an ATM next door. *Military discount*
(5)Tammy B.
Big Kahuna's has been my favorite pizza joint for years. You can't go wrong with any of their specialty pies.
(5)Mark S.
Great food, friendly service. I would rate it 5 stars if I were just considering food quality. I love the Meat Lover's pizza and the Garlic Cheese balls are a must try. 3 stars overall for 2 reasons: 1) the lack of seating - the place is very small so don't even think about taking a large party to this place and 2) Cash only - no credit cards.
(3)Fabiola C.
The garlic cheese balls are pretty good. I ordered the personal BBQ chicken pizza, which was ok, I had better. Maybe its because I live in the mainland? lol. I had complaint since it was burnt, but they gave us a new one and refunded us the money which we didn't ask for but it was pretty nice from the management. It was a busy Sunday too. Overall, I would go back if I'm around the area and I'm craving the cheese balls. 3.5 Stars!
(3)Matt C.
Broke da face! Pizza was awesome. Had several different pizzas to choose from which I love. Staff was great...real cool environment. I would recommend Big Kahuna's to anyone.
(5)Anita L.
Okay, since I'm definitely NOT a fan of thick crusted pizza, the pizza here really didn't do it for me. It was about 40% crust and 10% topping. I ate around the pizza where the cheese had charred and then just scraped the topping off. The crust was this bready texture, not the crusty New York style pizzas that I love. But if you like the thick thick bready type pizza then you'll like this place for sure.
(2)Caryn W.
I remember when Big Kahuna's used to be on the side of the road in the little shack-looking place. Now it's a larger location near Byron's and the airport. My dad works near the airport, so he'd bring home Big Kahuna's on Fridays. The pizza was always tasty, however, the last time I had gone to Big Kahuna's, the pizza was so-so, but I decided to give it another chance today. My mom had tried calling in the order, but for some reason, the worker would answer the phone and say, "Big Kahuna's, please hold." My mom held for a few minutes, but the worker didn't come back, so when my mom tried again, the same thing happened. I told her that they were probably just real busy. When we got down to the restaurant, it was pretty crowded, but not overwhelming where we'd have to wait a long time for our food. We ended up ordering a vegetarian and a banzai with a small order of garlic cheese balls. As we waited, we witnessed the counter worker with a phone call. She'd pick up the phone, ask the customer to hold, put the phone down, and do something else. She never did go back to answer the call. We headed home with our pizzas eager to try them. We usually got the sumo special, but we wanted to try something different. I actually liked the banzai, which included teriyaki chicken and mushroom. I wouldn't mind going back again to try one of their sandwiches. Will definitely go back again.
(4)Chris W.
Pizza is not bad. Sauce is sweet, cheese is cheep but overall good taste. Definitely not comparable to north east coast at all though.
(3)Janine M.
First time there.. Quick stop before the airport. Small place, crazy busy. They knew it was our first time so hooked us up w some complimentary cheese balls. BOMB!! We ordered a Kalua pizza. BOMB!!! Eat here... I highly recommend!! Great atmosphere!! The only thing is the staff is not too friendly but we got what we needed :) love the food!!!
(5)Craig P.
First time. Pizza was quick, even with lunch crowd. Specialty pizza was worth the extra cost.
(5)Jenny L.
Garlic cheese balls. Yay they gave us seven instead of six! If only they tasted better. It was oily, the cheese was stuck to the dish, and the balls were hard. I don't get the hype! Spinach, tomato and garlic pizza. The grease soaked through two napkins and a plate. 'nough said?
(2)JR C.
This was a very tasty site to grab lunch, since my office in Hawaii was just around the corner. I'm used to NY/NJ style pizza, so it's very different than what I was expecting, but their combinations were really, really good. I ate here five or six times while I was in Hawaii, and really enjoyed the pizza and the sandwiches. The cheese balls, however, are the best part about it. Definitely make sure to order them! MAKE SURE YOU BRING CASH!
(4)Trish I.
Came here because my cousin mentioned that their garlic cheese balls were really good. It was a Friday night and 8:30, (they close at 9) and we didn't know what to order, the girl at the counter was very courteous and didn't try to rush us at all. We mentioned that it was our first time there and she said that we get a free order of garlic cheese balls! Score! (or should I say, ballin') The place is really small-I think maybe 5 tables total, and a couple of bar stools on both ends of the restaurant. It wasn't that busy, maybe it was due to the fact that they were gonna close in thirty minutes. I read reviews on how they went it was slow yet they waited a long time to get their food. That was not the case for us. We ordered the sumo pizza, cheese pizza, a killer kalua pork sandwich, and the (free) cheese balls, and it came out pretty quick. We didn't really have time to look over the whole menu, so I'm not sure if they had a "keiki" size pizza. We ended up ordering a big cheese pizza because apparently you buy one pizza, you get the other 1/2 off? idk. They claimed it was a good deal So how was it? Cheese pizza- well, all i have to say is, it's a cheese pizza. Nothing special there. Sumo pizza-it was good. They have a bunch of stuff on this pizza: from what i remember pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, portuguese sausage (i think), ham, kalua pork, ham, olives, green onions. (who puts green onions on a pizza? apparently big kahuna's does) oh, it tasted even BETTER if you ask them for a side of BBQ sauce, and you drizzle that over the whole pizza! Garlic Cheese Balls- this was good. not as greasy as the garlic balls you get at some italian restaurant (Bravos)...and this actually had flavor. I did notice that they automatically put parmesan cheese on their garlic balls, and pizzas, so if you are not a fan of that, let them know. Killer Kalua pork sandwich- I think this was the best one out of the things we ordered!!! The kalua was topped with BBQ sauce, and it was sooo good. So good that after one bite, my niece couldn't stop thinking about it--fifteen minutes later! But then again, anything is good with BBQ sauce. For about $8, they give you a decent sized portion. If we decide to come back, it will be for the Kalua pork sandwich alone...mmmmm, drooling just thinking about it.
(4)Michael A.
Stopped in for a bite before flight out of hnl. Suprised to find great service and great food. Definite first stop on after any flights into HNL
(5)Emily H.
Pizza was good. I like that it isn't a chain. I like taking my daughter here because the inside is fun for all of us. SMALL dining room but it's usually not a long wait. Seems like most people order to go anyway. Cash only! Yummy garlic knots.
(4)Aaron B.
I always order the sumo pizza. Its go the works on it everything but the kitchen sink and anchovies. I was baked to perfection. I love thier garlic pizza balls. My only gripes are that thier plates they provide are small and useless, the tables are under sized, and their condiments arnt the bess quality. Perfect to take the visiting family to while on the way to the airport
(4)M S.
3.9/5 stars Da Sumo Special that had 6 kinds of meat, enough said
(4)Mel G.
I was really craving some big pizza so the hubby and I trekked over here the other night for dinner. Tucked away in a little shopping center by the airport, is this amazing pizza place. The style is deep dish, so expect a TON of pizza and toppings. You can order a 12" or 7" personal, we opted for personals. Just to give you and idea of the amount of food, my hubby who can usually finish an entire pizza and maybe more by himself, was very full after this! We ordered the Sumo and Chicken BBQ and some cheesy bread balls. All came out piping hot and fresh and very flavorful. They are very generous with the toppings. Service was quick and friendly considering how busy the place is, and would definitely return again. Atmosphere was cozy and local with all the surfboard and Hawaiiana decor throughout. Like a beach shack feel. One of the best pizzas I've ever had!
(4)Kelly G.
By recommendation, I requested the office order the Sumo pizza. The boys chose to add a pepperoni pizza. Both were tasty. Nice thick crust, and the pepperoni one wasn't too oily! But at $20 for a 12" pizza is a little steep for me. I ate about half a pizza, luckily for about $7 given the way things were split. Great tasting pizza and would order again when my wallet is looking a little more plump.
(3)Lulu C.
Cash Only. Central Pacific Bank's ATM is right next door but the service fee is $3.25!
(3)Melissa L.
I only wish that this place was bigger. It makes me so sad that its so cramped.. its like a peacock.. you just gotta let it fly! However, remembering how this place first started out, this is a big improvement. Back before Yelp was even around, this place was a little secret in a wooden shack on a dirt road! 90% of the time if you didnt call ahead they would always run out of things. I love this place, it almost rips my heart out that i dont work in the neighborhood anymore. I mostly go for the cheeseballs and just a simple pepp and mushroom pizza. simplicty is key.. Anything more than 3 ingredients and shit just gets weird. I wouldnt really order around lunchtime (12pm-2pm) it gets insane!! pizzas can take up to 1hr+. The staff is very friendly as busy as they are. Much like most yelpers mention, prices can be high i dont remember exact prices but for 2 pizzas (little bigger that pizza hut personal pan size, 1 order cheese balls, and 2 drinks) its about $30. I do remember liking the Kalua Pig sandwich but that is hella massive! dont go diving in head first into something you're not ready for. Happy eating everyone!
(5)Tracy Z.
For years I always wanted to try Big Kahuna's but it never happened until now. I tried the Cheese Balls and Pork Kalua Sandwich. Both dishes were awesome and surpassed my expectations
(5)Kanya E.
Is this place good: yes. Is this place worth the price: no. Do I want to go here anyway because of the garlic cheesy ball things: yes. The service was pretty nice. The waitress offered us the free garlic cheesy balls because we were first time customers, and she also asked us if we were military so she could give us the 10% military discount. The pizzas are FULL of toppings. The sandwiches lack somewhat. They can be a little dry. Worth trying, but make sure you try something different and interesting that you couldn't get at a "normal" pizza place.
(3)Erin Y.
I work in Mapunapuna where good food is lacking and food trucks don't exactly fit the new "gourmet" food truck description. Not far away, Big Kahunas. I made the mistake of taking a mainland vendor of mine here for a business lunch. It was like love at first bite. He won't let me take him anywhere else, and we've been there for at least five "business" lunches. He hails from Ohio originally, so I don't expect him to know much about pizza, but he now lives in LA. His food critic credibility just got bumped up a few notches. He swears, "THIS is the best pizza I've had. Ever." He had his and half of mine. I like the meat lovers, the BBQ chicken, the California club and the BLT the best. Must get the garlic cheese balls also. It takes a little while to get your meal, but its so worth it. It's also pricey for a pizza lunch, but again, so worth it. The pizzas are so tasty, and you can definitely tell that they use quality ingredients and care about how they make the food.
(4)Jess W.
Garlic cheese balls... you get 5 stars, all day, err day.
(5)Olivia D.
After years of self-control, I finally had the overwhelming urge to indulge in Big Kahuna's artery-clogging garlic cheese balls again and and brought my dad here for a leisurely weekend lunch. Actually, now that I think about it, it wasn't the healthiest place to bring my elderly father to eat. What was I thinking? I'm such a bad daughter! We ordered the kalua pig pizza (good), the eggplant and pepper pizza (forgettable), and of course the cheesy garlic balls (still yummy!). I had forgotten how thick the crust is on those pizzas. I'm not so much into deep dish pizzas. We thought the food was okay, but the service was stellar. There was an older woman and a young girl working that day and they were both very friendly, outgoing, and happy. It's nice to have such personable good service when you don't expect it.
(4).Alan Y.
I'm a fan of Big Kahuna Pizza n Stuffs, but by no means a regular. We asked Kelly to surprise us with our order, and instead of the normal semi-deep dish, we got a nice thin crust pizza with sliced tomatoes, fresh basil and some sort of goat cheese. It rocked! Not only that, but we got a sample of Big Kahuna's Apple Pie Milkshake. Wow it was literally a slice of apple pie in a cup. Thanks Big Kahuna!
(5)Gary P.
This is one of the better American style pizza places on the island. The pie are unique and the atmosphere is very cool and laid back. They can be a little slow at times but they are making it from scratch so that can be expected up to a point. One thing I don't understand though is what is up with the cash only. Now I know cash is king in Hawaii but when pizzas are 20 bucks each you got to pony up quite a few greenbacks to cover a bill here. Fortunately there is an ATM around the corner. Coincidence? I think not. :)
(4)Kurt I.
Jeez this place flies under the radar...I love the garlic cheese balls. The sandwiches are even better, I had the sumo sandwich, jeez the bread is so so so delicious. Think quiznos but better. I will be back again... I recommend people calling in orders, I had to wait 20-25 minutes, this place can get busy. Remember cash only, and they also give discount to people in the military.
(4)Russel M.
BKP is a semi deep dish Pizza with a very sweet crust. We ordered the Pepperoni Pizza while we were killing time before Mitch's Sushi which was the Dinner Plan. Best to start Sushi on a half full stomach, it's like finding a $100 bill on the ground. The Pizza was good but it's definitely not in the same league with JJ Dolan's or some of the other Island Faves. The more I think about it the Pizza is just too sweet even with the heavy amount of garlic all over it which we liked. If you want the Crust Crispier then ask to have it cooked longer and it will be nice and crunchy. We will have to re-visit in the near future. Service was great! Overall it's Island Pizza not Italian Pizza.
(3)Page I.
I love pizza. I mean, I LOVE pizza. I'm on the quest to find the best pizza on Oahu. I had high hopes after reading all of these rave reviews on Yelp but was fairly disappointed here. The cheese (a blend of cheddar and mozzarella) became congealed within five minutes of being on the table and was EXTREMELY greasy w/ a hard waxy consistency. The dough was very soft throughout and was slightly soggy on the bottom. It didn't have any flavour and reminded me of white sandwich bread. As for the sauce--you'd barely even realize it was there due to the huge quantity of sub-par cheese. We liked the garlic cheese balls, though. I'd recommend getting at least a small order of this or another appetizer because just one 12" pizza takes 35-40 minutes to get to your table. One positive thing is that Big Kahuna's is also a much thicker pie than places like Papa John's, JJ Dolan's, Boston's etc. Their largest size (12") looks small at the first glance, but it is definitely enough to feed two hungry people at a relatively cheap price (a little over $20 for the pizza, cheese balls, and a Coke).
(2)Myong C.
Forget JJ Dolan's, VLounge, et al. Big Kahuna's pizza is the best on the island. Ordered take out of the sumo pizza and the banzai pizza. So many toppings and so flavorful. Crust is wonderful as well. Top that off with a side order of garlic cheese balls (they always give you 1 extra) and you're in heaven. And all that was for under $20! Can't beat that!
(5)kristine f.
I love their pizza. The crispy crust is what separates Big Kahuna from the rest. I love that it's right downstairs from my office. The garlic cherseballs are delish! And you all need to try their shakes, it's a cup joy. I always walk by on my lunch and get tempted with the coffee milkshake which is awesome. Mac Nut is yummy, too! The staff is awesome. I'll never forget the time I made a take out order for 3 Sumos and went downstairs to pick it up when only 1 was ready. The guy at the counter was very apologetic and only charged me for one and made the 2 in a jiffy. You don't get that kind of customer service these days. He totally made my day.
(4)T F.
DA BOMB!!!
(5)Troy J.
I must say their customer service is great! After a bad experience, I was contacted by the Manager who rectified the situation. We were credited 4 new sandwiches, which I used to feed the same coworkers. We were all satisfied! Mistakes are made, but a good manager tries to fix it....GREAT JOB!! Aloha, Troy Jay
(5)Tyson K.
I just ate here today. I had the samurai pizza. It consists of peperoni, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, sausages, chicken, and thats pretty much it. It was alright nothing special. But the girl who took my order was kinda goofy lol.....she kept on taking peoples orders and making comments about anything that was ontop of her mind. I even heard her saying, "i feel like im going to burp", she burped then laughed at her herself that was pretty strange lol......but ya shes overall cool different then most cashiers she just loves to talk and make jokes..hehe...well ya i will come back here to see this cashier and see wat else jokes she got!
(4)Mrs F.
Best pizza on the island! Soooooo ONO!!!!!!!! Friday ritual!
(5)Ethel-Lynn Q.
I still love this restaurant everytime I go back to the islands. Back in the dayz before I became vegetarian, I love, love this place (just down the street from my house). If you're ever visiting Honolulu, check this place out. Try the Kalua Pig Pizzz/ Sumo Special. I promise that you'll love it (if you're a meat eater). I'm sure when I go back this summer, there's more options for me=)
(5)Gina K.
Great pizzas! May seem a bit small but they are loaded with toppings, especially the Sumo! The cheese balls are to die for (they probably would kill ya if you ate them daily). I even like their desserts! Nom, nom. nom! Am ordering right now!
(4)Alex M.
Big Kahuna's Cheese balls = Amazeballs. Very friendly atmosphere, the staff and owner make you feel like you're one of the family even when you're a visitor as far away as DC. Isn't that what Hawaii's all about? Ohana =) The pizza is delicious! So much variety that there's something for everyone from the adventerous to the picky!
(5)Tim C.
Best pizza on the island! The Sumo special has the perfect blend of perfect quality ingredients. You can taste every topping blend in harmony, iron chef style! Crust is thick and a hint if sweatness and not oily! When the pizza gets cold you can taste the toppings even more! The white pizza is the simple persons dream. Perfect cheese blend with fresh tomatoes that burst in your mouth and ricotta to give the soothing texture. Always hits the spot!
(5)Alfred G.
yummm... just the garlic cheeseballs alone have made me a returning customer for life!! oh yeah, the specialty pizzas aren't too shabby either. The sumo, big kahuna, kanaka pizzas are awesome. I'm always stuffed after eating there and in a dire need for a power nap which is a good indicator that Big Kahuna Pizza is the place to go!!!
(5)Erik S.
The noticable aspect of this establishment, right off the bat, was the friendly staff. The woman who took our order was really nice and comped us a half order of garlic rolls since a full batch wouldn't be ready for another 45 minutes. My wife and I each ordered a pizza. The garlic rolls were decent, but nothing to write home about. Same with the pizza. IT looked really good, and it had some good vegetables and meat, but there wasn't much flavor in the dough and the sauce. There aren't many choices for pizza on Oahu, so this may be as good as it gets, but I'm not real sure.
(4)Scott R. D.
Didn't want to wait for a pizza so I ordered a pork sandwich. The roll was really delicious, but the pork was very dry. I will go back for pizza, I've always heard good things about it.
(2)Rob B.
Slooooooooow...... But very good pie.
(2)Imo C.
Best pizza on the island! Thier sumo special has just the right ingredients that are just a step above everyone else, kalua pig, Portuguese sausage, and fresh tomatoes just brighten the pizza up. The white pizza is nice and light and perfectly unique. The crust is also amazing, there is almost no edge crust to speak of, so no waiste and its nice, thick, and full of flavor. Its probably really close to the cheese balls!
(5)J P.
Pizza, garlic balls or Kalua sandwich, it is all good!
(5)Flix F.
They never have the famous wedding cake in stock. I don't know why they even list it on their menus. I've been there four times over two years and never did I get lucky enough to taste this thing.
(3)Jenn P.
I ordered the BBQ Kalua pig sandwich and it was delicious! It came on the softest freshest round roll - filled the entire basket! Was so huge I could barely finish half... Wish I had a picture. Cute little restaurant in a random area. I loved the decor.
(5)David D.
The cheese balls were baked fresh and was good BUT the premier Kalua pork bbq sandwich was disappointing. The pork came out cold like it was sitting in the back for half an hour and the bread was definitely not fresh. I used to eat here at the previous location on Puuloa road and the sandwich was served hot and awesome! Please don't serve another cold pork sandwich to a customer. I may come back to try again and hope it changes or else I'll stick with the McRib sandwich at McDonalds.
(2)Matt D.
First time on Oahu so my girlfriend and I -had- to try this place. I have to mimic the sentiments on other reviews...freakin' awesome pizza, and I actually have a leftover slice in my fridge that I'm looking forward to eating once we get back from going out. We got garlic cheese balls as well, good stuff :)
(4)Tanny Y.
Wow, they take forever!!! they only accept cash, but man the wait was like forever. We ordered the BBQ pizza, garlic cheese balls, and the Jamaican jerk chicken. The BBQ pizza was good, it was a bit dry for my liking. The garlic cheese balls was really good. It was moist, soft, and flavored with garlic!! YUM!! I miss it already!! the sandwich was huge, it was mildly flavored. It got boring after the third bite. I would only go back for the cheese balls. YUP! $21 bucks for all of that.
(3)Peter C.
Plenty of parking, little seating, good pizza, great cheese & garlic balls, popular place. As with other popular lunch places, if you can, get there about 1/2 hour before noon. Had half of the barbecue chicken pizza and 1/2 of the sumo special. Both were good. I wasn't really blown away by the food, but I'd come back here sometime for lunch. Oh, and they don't accept credit/debit cards... ugh... had to spring for ATM fees a couple of doors down...
(3)Chelsea F.
Three words: GARLIC CHEEESE BALLS. They have to be ordered when coming here. It's sooooo good. I also love their garlic, spinach, and tomato pizza. I tried one of their pizzas that had a ton of meat on it. I honestly hated it! Not my kind of pizza. Tourist most love this place. I used to drive all the way from Kapolei to get some cheese balls. Totally worth the drive though. I recommend this place definitely... :)
(5)Jesse C.
They were out of personal pans. Which was fine because I was hungry. But that still doesn't answer the question. Aren't personal pans and 12" still made out of the same dough? Is this a gimmick to up sell me?
(3)Jon M.
Not much i can say about Kahunas, no matter what you eat it's all good from the cheese balls to the sandwiches and pizza. They're all awesome.
(5)M'Lisa M.
Though pizza and cheese balls were excellent their attitude left a bad taste in my mouth. Not one of the employees greeted the customers as we came in. My server didn't really want to help me and assumed that because I'm female she didn't need to ask me if I'm military. Yet when a male customer came in she automatically asked him. Kudos for the military discount, but all customers should be given the opportunity to prove this. Also a negative for me is seeing a dead cockroach mashed onto the floor. I'm sure that sooner or later I will have to have those awesome garlic cheese balls again, but may not give in to the craving because of this visit. For a first visit, I have to say it sucked even though the food was excellent........
(2)First Name L.
Wow, that was a pleasant surprise! It was a slow Saturday, mid-day, and we were coming home from Target and just hungry. We had the Garlic Balls, Pepperoni Pizza, and Kalua Pork Pizza (it was called something else). They were all damn good! As far as pizza goes, pretty close to perfection. Enough said, yeah? Staff was super friendly and helpful, restaurant seemed clean, and the food was out pretty fast. What more can I ask... OH yeah there is one thing they can change.... the location! Can you please move closer to town?
(5)Bethany N.
The Cali Club pizza is amazing. I was skeptical of the bacon-ham combo, thinking pork overload but they had it right. The ham adds a smoky flavor and more dimension to the pizza. Not really your traditional pizza and probably don't order it on a hot date because you'll be a hot mess trying to eat pizza topped with lettuce and ranch. At least you'll go home happy (alone) because it's that good though. Big Kahuna's really does deep dish right. I haven't had a single thing from here that I didn't really enjoy. Even items I was skeptical about, like the apple pie milkshake, knocked my socks off. Don't think about how many calories there are in it and enjoy.
(4)Michael G.
Best place to stop before heading to the airport. The pizza is good - brisket sandwich is my favorite.
(4)Brandy W.
The 2 most important pieces of information about big kahuna's: CASH ONLY. be prepared or expect to pay the ATM fee There are like 4 tables. Carry out! Call Ahead! This is pretty much the only place on the island serving deep dish pizza. They do it well! I've tried their portuguese sausage pizza, their sumo special, and their regular pepperoni pizza. They come in personal or medium size. As it is deep dish, this is customary to have a standard size. It does not EXACTLY qualify as deep dish. I usually consider deep dish to be so heaping that I cannot eat this without a fork and knife. This is definitely mouth chomping-possible. Besides having nowhere to stand, the other reason to call ahead is Garlic Balls! I'm serious. Screw your diet and eat these monstrous oily garlic pieces of heaven. They melt in your mouth and ruin all chances of a kiss goodnight with your date. They do run out though, so CALL AHEAD. Located off of nimitz by the freeway next to the blimpie and L&L, this is definitely on our speed dial for quality fattening pizza.
(4)A B.
Service sucks!!! I had a small order and it took forever, waited about 45mins but it seems like it was forever! If I knew the service was gonna be that long, I would have passed. Thank god I don't go there often. I walked out as an unhappy camper! Btw, after waiting soooo long for my order, you would have thought they would offer some sample shakes, but I guess I'm not white enough!!!!!!
(2)Lyn C.
I always make it a point to go to Big Kahuana's whenever I'm in town for work. The last time I visited was three years ago. The pizza and cheeseballs always hit the spot......when they remember to actually give you your food. I went tonight. No line when I walked in at 8:15pm. I waited 40 minutes for my food. I checked the food in the car and I could tell it had been sitting out for a while. I had a 15 minute ride back to my lodging, and it looked even worse when I was ready to eat it. They must've changed the recipe over the years. Because the pizza was almost tasteless and the cheeseballs, not-so-legendary. I understand the laidback, island kind of way. But, sheesh, people gotta eat. Great food, but expect to wait a LONG TIME for your food. And don't go in their starving. You'll die waiting for it. And plan on reheating your food in the oven as soon as you get home. You let me down, Big Kahuna's.
(3)Lei N.
It's dinner time and I'm always hungry. One question I shouldn't be asked, "Where do you want to eat?" Honestly I don't know unless I was craving something particular. This place came up and there we are. Not knowing where to go at first but after going the right direction we're there. Of course I was confused. I wasn't sure if we ordered at the counter before being seated or the other way around. We went to the counter and ordered. I don't like much on my pizza so we ordered half half. My side was only mushroom; his a whole lot of things. ( instagram.com/p/dbCl6Nnt… ) When it came to paying we weren't sure if it was per topping but after adding a large drink it came to be $25. They round down, fyi. There were many seats to choose from but I liked the area with the beach in the background. There are stands on the table to place your pizza. Awesome. When our pizza came, I was disappointed in the amount of mushrooms i had. I wanted more! Fresh from the oven, it was a bit better than okay. Didn't like the crust because it was burnt. No oils on it like most pizzas.
(3)Sean T.
Great place for Pizza, Sandwiches, & Desserts all for an affordable price especially if your here on a budget. Great staff, but the only downer is the small location.
(4)C N T T.
Went there a few days ago. Ordered pastrami sandwich. Super delish!!! Will definitely go back again for sub sandwiches. However it took 15 minutes; be sure you have the time to wait, but worth it.
(4)Matt M.
Sumo Pizza! Only complaint: they don't accept credit cards.
(4)Tyler D.
Delicious!!! Had da sumo 6" and garlic cheese balls. Good prices, great customer service. It's well worth the wait.
(4)Tiffany W.
What to tell you? How hearty the food felt? How big everything was? The awesome pairings of ingredients? No. No, I think I'll tell you how content and complete I felt after an enjoyable meal here. There wasn't much room for dine ins, but they did have a few tables and chairs, which were pleasantly clean for a pizza joint. I really appreciated that the sweet girl who took our order didn't just let us know our food was ready, she brought it to us; two personal pizzas and garlic cheese balls. Maybe it says something about the decline in service when something so simple makes such a difference, I don't know, all I know is that I was left with a good impression and because of that will be back. I urge you all to try some of their more... interesting options. They make it work. Big time.
(4)Derek A.
I was visiting Hawaii back in March and wanted to try this place based on recommendations from others and because kalua pork is a topping. Where else can you get that as a topping right?! Anyway, my friend and my cousin were really hungry after spending time at Kailua beach and its on the other side of the island from this place! So off we went. If you've been here the first thing you'll probably notice is how small the place is. I would say its about the size of a normal fast-food joint and I guess most of their customers get their orders to go. The cashier also made the visit more pleasant. She was a young girl around my groups age (23-27ish) and was conversational with us as if she has known us from somewhere. I don't know about you but being able to talk to employees about anything other than them doing their job is always a plus. I ordered the sumo pizza which basically has almost everything on it (most notably the kalua pig) and a side of the garlic cheeseballs. I must say that everything hit the spot really well. I'm not hard to please when it comes to pizza but the combination of the toppings all went together really well. Although, I may try one with just kalua pig on it next time to see if it really stands out on its own. My only complaints about this place is that it is cash only and its small dining room.
(4)Lee V.
I've been coming to da Big Kahuna since 1996 and have never been disappointed in the food. That being said, I'm a bit of a creature of habit here. In the beginning I had several of their pizzas but have settled on the Sumo. With this pizza I can satisfy all my local food cravings in one dish. When it comes to sandwiches, the Kalua pig sandwich is king! The pork is flavorful and not too salty (as it frequently is elsewhere on island) and the bread is something to write home about! Fluffy, lightly sweet and perfectly textured. This is my go-to when I have to fly off island and need some ono make-the-other-airplane-passengers-jealous grinds. And finally, there are the balls. Their garlic cheese balls are glittering golden globes of garlicky goodness guaranteed to satisfy! Even if you're not too hungry, order some small balls to satisfy your inner bread monster (It will thank you as soon as you take your first bite). Also, if you are military, flash your ID for a discount!
(5)Jason T.
Oh man dis place is a winna. I first went here with my friends in the air force and they told me if its your first time there you can get some free garlic cheese balls. I did this about five times. 10 pounds later i stopped. I ordered the Kanaka pizza which is made with Kalua pork. Oh man is it one of the best pizza in Hawaii. The pizza is fresh and hot. With the kalua pork and onions it made a great combo. This should be called the Hawaiian Pizza. Not no stupid ham and pineapple. This is wat all retailers should sell. The garlic cheese ball are balls dipped in garlic oil and drenched in cheese. This thing is not for the weak at heart cause it can cause permanent damage. Don't forget if its your first time then you can get it free. Make sure you take some aspirin cause you will be hurting after this. GO NOW!!! KANAK ATTACK!!!!
(5)Steph v.
I used to work by this place and it truly is a diamond in the ruff! My BF brought me lunch from here and my assistant and I were pleasantly surprised! The location is a little off the beaten path, by the airport and industrial land but BUSY! Now as I've stated in my JJ Dolans review I like thin crust, hold its own when lifted pizza. This is not that, more deep dish and doughy not my favorite but good flavor. We tried "The White" and "Da Summo Special". the white was believe it or not too cheesy! But still good Flavor. So my 4 star review is really for their subs! So delicious, they can turn any of the pizza's into a sub. Great bread! I know a thin or two about bread and I loved it. We had a California club and chicken something something whatever! Both great! For lunch the other day, 2 personal pizza's small order cheese balls and 2 drinks...$20 bucks, I say not bad and worth the trek to the airport.
(4)Michael T.
I used to eat at Big Kahuna in its shack when I used to live in Honolulu. The new location is close to the airport in a strip mall on Paiea St. It doesn't have the same ambiance as the former location, but the food is still just as good. My favorites are the garlic cheese balls and the kanaka pizza, which is topped with shredded kalua pork, Hawaiian barbecue sauce and green onions. A lunchtime winner is the killer kalua pork sandwich - ridiculously huge and delicious. Get there early because they close the restaurant when all the food is gone. Also, there isn't much seating in the place.
(3)kristen n.
Oh, how I wanted to love you. You looked so perfect, with cheese right up to the edge and slightly burnt, generous toppings and cheese. But, alas it was sort of bland. The sauce was simply overwhelmed by the cheese and toppings, and it was oddly sweet. Even with a pack half of spicy pepper flakes and two packs of parmasean on a 7" no less, I just could not really savor the pizza. Granted the crust is great, and for a pan pizza it really blows pizza hit out of the water. Still it was just a three for me flavor wise. What really killed the expense was the wait. Granted I figured it would take thirty minutes as it was kind of busy. So, I wasn't surprised when the waitress quoted me 25 to 30 minute wait. Yet, when the pizza finally arrived almost 45 minutes had passed! Now the diffence between 30 and 45 doesn't sound big, but 45 is 150% longer than the quoted maximum! Still, when the pizza came my mouth was watering and I was famished. I thought I'd love it, and I oh so wanted to but no. Sorry big kahuna but the search for a great pizza in Hawaii continues.
(2)Jessica C.
It takes a lot to dethrone a post-flight trip to Byron's Drive-Inn but my first trip to Big Kahuna Pizza did it for me and us. We typically get our FastBreak Budget Rent-a-Cobalt and hit up Byron's but our dear friend told us about Big Kahuna Pizza. I'm not going to share the inside service secret, ping me if you want to find out, but this is a great place to grub right after a long flight from the mainland. Get the Da Sumo Pizza and the Garlic Cheese Balls. This is a solid snack for a group of 3 girls. My cousin best summarized what a Da Sumo Pizza is: "It's as if a deep dish pizza had sex with a Round Table King Arthur's Supreme and had a a baby - that would be the Da Sumo." Well she's pretty much on the money! The hot, cheesey, garlicky, soft balls are out of control and the pizza is fingerlicking good. Sidenote: if you feel your soulmate is destined to be a serviceman/woman, come here - you'll find a ton on lunch break. Also, space is small so be patient or get it to go.
(5)Kevin N.
Some things worth having are worth waiting for. Best pizza in town in my opinion. Gonna have to wait a bit however.
(5)Marcus S.
I have been going to this place since they were in the old, hot, dark shack near Bank of Hawaii in the Mapunapuna area. Now that they have relocated and have become very very very busy, did I mention they were busy? It seems that they lost that something that made them so good in the first place. I noticed they would rather take orders on the phone first rather than helping those standing in front of them with cash in hand waiting to spend it. It feels like we weren't important. I guess they figure since your inside that they already have you. The wait was a little long. 45 minutes for a small pizza and order of garlic balls. I remember when the garlic cheese balls were just that...garlicky and very cheesy. Now it seems like they just cook the bread, pour some garlic butter on top and top it with cheese. The cheese wasn't even fully melted and they just tasted boring. It just felt that they lost that connection they had with the customers. Maybe it was just a busy Tuesday evening...NOT!! I will leave you with this. They do have killer pizzas but that alone does not make them a 4 or 5 star.
(2)Alex H.
I really like food but the service was terrible. I ordered two small pizza's for me and my brother and sat down. 30 mins later I noticed everyone that ordered after us had already received and some had finished their meals... My brother was almost late for his plane because we had to wait so long for our food. I'll go again but not unless I have alot of time to wait around
(2)Michael B.
Service was fast and we quckly figured we should have gone to JJ Dolans. Bready, bready, bready. the cheese balls were given as a gift and it is just the same dough with cheese and garlic. Again, bready . . . . Head to JJ Dolans
(2)Craig C.
Great personal pizzas always fresh and tasty...... The kalua pig sandwich is a winner .......: )
(4)Brian F.
Good pizza's and sandwiches, but the MUST HAVE is the garlic cheese balls!! These things are soft, buttery and yes garlicky!!
(4)Cheryl K.
So if you are on a diet or working out to achieve that shapely fit bod, I probably do not recommend you swing by Big Kahuna Pizza. This is the type of place that you crave. I am a big pizza fan. In fact anything that is cooked with pounds of cheese makes me shiver with happiness. My favorite pizza to order here is the Shrimp Scampi Delight. You HAVE TO get the GARLIC CHEESE BALLS! Its a must! It is amazing even though it is drenched with oil and cheese. Amazing I tell you! I also heard the Killer Kalua Pork sandwich is fantastic. Actually pretty much all of the pizzas are great. Sometimes they get a little busy at lunch time and probably best bet is you call the order in about 45 minutes prior to picking it up. Anyways, their prices are pretty decent. If you are craving an awesome pizza, stop by Big Kahunas. Any don't forget their heavenly garlic cheese balls!
(5)Monica L.
This is my favorite pizza place because it has a local flare to it. Its not an ordinary pizza joint like Pizza hut or Boston's. Big Kahuna's has a lot of local-influenced pizzas. I like the SUMO pizza and Portugese pizza because they both have portugese sausage on it. If you haven't tried pizza with this topping, please go (you'll thank me later)!! The garlic cheese balls are good too...you can't eat just one! It is kinda pricey but worth it to try it once in your life =) If you have a lot of friends, you can order 1 medium pizza and buy the 2nd for half off. (With that being said, you would probably spend $30 for 2 decent sized pizzas.. take a look at the pictures, someone posted a pic of their menu) They're located in a small shopping center near the airport, a few stores over from Starbucks. Tip: If you know what you want, you can also phone ahead and place an order so you don't have to wait. P.S. I used to go to the old location on Puuloa Rd, so this place is kinda nostalgic for me. They're really nice and I think they let you have free refills if you're eatting there.
(5)Stacy B.
Think we just found our new neighborhood pizza joint! Great service...we got free garlic cheese balls and brownies because it was our first visit. Thick crust, but still crunchy on the bottom, not soggy or doughy at all. Great milkshakes that are very generously sized. The only reasons it didn't get 5 stars was that the sauce was a bit sweet for me...kids and Hubby loved it though. The inside dining is a crowded...some outside tables may be nice, but overall, a great little pizza place!
(4)Ashley M.
First time here did a take out order.. Told me it will be ready at 12:15 came at 12:25.. Told me they threw it back in the oven cause it was cold already.. It's 12:55 and im still waiting for my food.. Had to ask how much longer I have to wait and then she brought it out.. I don't know if they just didn't make my order or what? I don't know why they have phone order when u have to wait 30 min when u pick it up
(1)Melissa H.
Garlic cheeseballs are awesome. I can't wait to return to try the pizza! I've never been a huge fan of black olives and certainly never paired them with shrimp, but on a sandwich from Big Kahuna, it was a great combination! The sandwich bread was substantial. Everyone around us had pizzas of all sizes that looked heavenly. I'll definitely be back!
(5)Jon S.
Great pizza! Wish they had one in LA.
(5)Macey W.
Came here with my dad to grab some lunch/dinner. Take out. Pros: Pizza has good flavor with a ton of toppings, def worth the money. buy one pizza get a deal on the second pizza. The garlic cheese balls were pretty good too, although I agree with most people who think that they're too oily. I like that they have a few selections for vegetarians. The girl that helped us was pretty friendly I guess. I like that the pizza is kinda deep dish style, with almost no crust. Toppings to the edge, how could you go wrong!? Cons: The particular pizza I ordered (spinach tomato and garlic) had no sauce on it. I don't know if someone in the kitchen just forgot or if that's how it's supposed to be.. but I thought it was really weird. The pizza would have tasted way better with some red sauce for sure. Even our other pizza (meat lovers) had VERY LITTLE sauce on it. So much so that I had to really examine it to see if there even was any. It seemed like we waited for an eternity. I heard the same girl that helped us ask a tourist family behind us if they'd ever been there and since they hadn't she gave them a free order of cheese balls. Thanks a lot. It was my first time there too, but you didn't ask me and I paid the extra 7-8 bucks for an order of those things. Last con, the girl that handed off our order wasn't very nice. When a customer is leaving and thanks you, here's a hint. You should thank them back, not reply with "YUP" and promptly return to your conversation. Although it did leave me with a sour taste in my mouth, I'd probably still go back because the pizza was delish, unfortunately, the service averaged out to ok which is why I gave it three stars instead of four. *edit* I'm giving them an extra star because someone actually took the time to read respond to my review, which lets me know that someone gives a crap about their business. THAT goes a long way in these days. Will I be back? Hell yes.
(4)Mojojojo Y.
best pizza on the island! love the sumo special and their thick crust!
(5)Sparkles S.
I have a few favorites here....the kanaka, but sub round onion instead of green onion. The tomato-spinach-garlic is good, as well as their shrimp scampi pizza. Garlic cheese balls are great with some dipping sauce. As for their dessert, what a disappointment. I ordered da kokoleka. All it is is chocolate pudding on top of bitter/burnt shortbread that costs over $5. Boo. I say eat there for dinner and venture out somewhere else for dessert.
(4)Leah M.
ridiculously good...even after coming in with high expectations...(words I use sparingly)... ordered: garlic cheese balls....and I forget what the pizza was called (kalua pizza I'm guessing from other reviews)...but it had kalua pork and bbq sauce...
(5)Brandon A.
The personal pan pepperoni pizza was good, a little burnt on the crust, but still very edible. I mainly come here for the excellent garlic cheese balls. VERY VERY good garlic cheese balls!!!
(5)Melanie C.
Garlic cheese balls is to die for!
(5)Ellen Mae V.
Actual rating: 3.5. I've passed this place numerous times and like many the location and name looks gives the impression that it's a tourist trap. Fortunately, BK came highly recommended by a number of local friends so when my bf and I picked up his brother from the airport we decided to give this place a shot. Small, cozy, very tiki-deco which doesn't bother me b/c we're not in Waikiki. Ordered the cheese balls and got them on the house. They were ok; rather greesy and dough-y (is that a word) and might have gone well with some marinara. My vegetarian pizza (it was Lent/Fri) was tasty and was complimented by a buttery crust. My boyfriend and his brother ordered a 12" 1/2 Texan and 1/2 BLT. Unfortunately, they messed up the order but were very courteous about it that they compensated with a refund. Both pizza's were good and hit the spot, but personally I found everything to be greasier than I like. I also like when my crust is crisp on the bottom/edge and soft on the inside. This crust was just soft all around. Overall I like the local ambiance and their pizza was tasty, definitely beats Papa Johns or Dominos but I probably won't be back.
(3)Sumil T.
Went there around Valentine's Day early afternoon, cause I had a meeting near the airport. I had a personal pan Pake and a Chocolate and Caramel shake. Pizza was only ok. Nice and thick, but lacked flavor. The shake was very nice. Thick and sweet, even had a little pink sugar on top for Valentine's Day. Staff was nice and friendly, very local style joint. The pizza earns three stars, but I am making it four because of the shake and nice staff.
(4)tina t.
Listen to the reviews and get the kalua pig pizza... We went here for lunch today, not expecting to spend $20 on a 12 inch pizza but had read all good reviews and decided to give it a shot. We ordered the meat lovers and "the white" pizza. meat lovers was pretty good, I would suggest just getting the kalua pig pizza cause that's the only meat that seperates this from pizza hut and you couldn't even taste it with the small amount put on. The white pizza was.. well white... boring.. not much to talk about. It tasted like rosemary, which I love but you couldn't taste any of the other flavors. We also had the garlic cheese balls, they were good but I don't get all of the hype over them. Baked dough topped with cheese and melted butter and a small amount of garlic. oh well, the food wasn't bad but with the cost of the pizza and all of the stellar reviews we expected fireworks but got sparklers! If we go back, we're going to try the sandwiches:)
(3)Mark O.
CHeese Balls for days!!
(5)Albert F.
I've never actually been to the place, but eaten take out tons of times. Yeah the pizza and the garlic cheese balls are great, but have you tried the killer kalua pig burger?
(5)Mele M.
I love Big Kahuna Pizza. It's close to my work so that's a great plus - however it takes about 20 minutes to get your order made so if you are on a lunch break it would be wise to make a phone order. Then by the time you get there (20 or so minutes later) you won't have to wait long. I love the Pipeline Sandwich - and here's why - it's like a big, tasty pizza with 4 slices. I just dissect the sandwich and end up with 4 "pieces" of pizza. I usually eat 2 slices for lunch one day, and 2 slices the next day! Yum! Oh, but one word of caution - the address listed for Big Kahuna's (above) isn't the current address. They are now located at the Airport Trade Center on 550 Paiea St
(4)Jarrett H.
This is a great place for pizza in Hawaii. I always wanted to go to the new place near the airport but just haven't had the time until now. I've been to the old location in Mapunapuna and there is no change to the quality in this new place. The atmosphere is better in the new place near the airport. Its cleaner and neater than the grass shack of a place before. I ordered a Sumo and the Shrimp Scampi pizza. Both did not disappoint. The Sumo was loaded with toppings. It had every type of meat available with a good amount of veggies. There was just the right amount of sauce to not overpower the pizza. Crust was very good. The crust was crisp and buttery and the edge reminded me of almost a thin crust texture. It is a true Chicago style pie unlike the cheap places which is mostly bread. The Scampi was very good. Large pieces of shrimp, right blend of cheese, butter and garlic. Everything was balanced. My only complaint was that there were only two piece shrimp on each slice but this us understandable with the price of seafood in Hawaii. The price was very good.If your looking for a cheap $5 pizza you will not find it here but you will get quality and quality for your money. I would suggest bringing friends because it is half off the second pizza. I definitely recommend this place.
(4)Aaron M.
Located in the most industrial of area of Mapunapuna, this little shack of a restraunt serves great deep dish (not Chicago style mind you) pizza. With specialty toppings like kalua pork and portuguese sausage, as well as the classics, Big Kahuna's pizzas give you a unique taste of the islands in italian form. They also serve huge sandwiches that'll most likely leave you with left-overs for a couple of days. If you like butter, garlic, and five kinds of cheeses, the garlic bread balls are recomended. Unlike other places I've had such an item, the bread never seems to get soggy! Also for desert, try the Moimoi. Moimoi in Hawaiian means sleep, and that's exactly what you'll be doing after eating this filling tropical fruit tart dessert. Best hole in the wall pizza place in Hawaii hands down. Update: They moved nearer to the airport. Still delicious as always.
(5)Monte R.
I'll give this place 4 stars! Pizza crust is great, sauce is a little sweet. Must order the sumo pizza and the "howlee" aka Hawaiian pizza. And try the garlic balls with cheese if you know little ceasars its like crazy bread with melted cheese on top! Another thing I liked was the owner was randomly handing out samples of their milkshake. The vanilla was awesome! Good place only thing is its located by the airport.
(4)Sunny D.
Let me prefice this by saying...my favorite pizza joint has been Boston Pizza. Also, I think Pizza Hut is too salty and greasy so I try not to go there if I can help it. So anyway, we were in the area and my dear hubs suggested this place since he has eaten here before. The place is very small, has about 6 tiny tables and also barstools but the ambiance is kinda cool, like "beachy". The workers are friendly and good service. We got comped a dish of cheeseballs, I think because the hubs rescued someones car keys, hehe. The cheeseballs were delish! I had to stop myself from eating more than two since I have a smallish appetite and wanted to save myself for my garlic, cheese and spinich pizza! Yum! the pizza was so good! This is a place I'd definitely go to again! I'll have to get the hubs to do a take out on his way home from work!
(5)Babette M.
Really yummy pizza. Only takes cash. Also, not on the menu, but you can order a grilled cheese if you have picky kids. Like me.
(4)Rebecca S.
I too was a huge fan of Big Kahunas when they were just a small, sweltering shack in the midst of warehouses. I still crave the Garlic Balls and their personal pizzas were probably the best that I ever had. Another yummy treat there was their sandwiches which were made with cabbage rather than lettuce. I never thought that would be good but they pulled it off. I did happen to be in Hawaii when they moved to the strip mall and noticed a fall in the quality of their product but I still think their pizzas were the best on the island.
(5)Brett M.
their cheeseballs are decent. way over-hyped. however, their pizza is the best on the island. i grew up in new england thus am a pizza snob; think boston's pizza times 5 and that's what i grew up on. the thing that is so great about kahuna's is that they're not trying to be any 'authentic' pizza spot. if anything, it's comparable to chicago style or classic americana, but the pizza is truly amazing. the kalua pig pizza comes loaded with pork, and the sandwich's are beast. remember, when going to a place like this.... walk in. introduce yourself. and say to the employee, "what is your favorite thing here?" you'll never lose.
(4)Cassie H.
My favorite pizza is 'da sumo' from Big Kahuna's. So far nothing else can compare. It's a thick crust pizza with all kinds of goodies topping it, including kalua pig and portuguese sausage. The crust is so good, the toppings are so good, everything is so good! I think they make it fresh to order because it takes quite a while to get the pizza after you order it. If you don't want to wait as long, you can probably call in your order beforehand. The restuarant itself is pretty small and there isn't that much seating. It's located in a strip mall near the airport. Go here and try the sumo!
(4)Dave H.
Without Liz having read Joshua C.'s review of this place, I dont think I would've ever found/known of this place. So, thank you yelp once again for lending a helping hand in finding these hidden gems. I'm not really a pizza type of person when I'm back in hawaii because there's so many great plate lunches to eat already and I get enough pizza on the mainland..especially around midterms and finals. But, I'm glad my gf talked me into going to get pizza! It is located in a shopping center off of nimitz, I live around the area and had am surprised this shopping center even existed because I've never seen it before! Trippy. Anyway, I tried the garlic cheese balls and the Kanaka pizza. Both very good! Both Doughy, cheesy, and topped with goodness! I dont think I liked the garlic cheese balls as much as everyone else on here because it felt like it was lacking something, perhaps a dipping sauce? But the pizza, that's what it hit the spot! It is definitely the better alternative to CPK, which i am glad to say because as a regular of cpk, im getting quite sick of their food, so its nice to have found something new! Anyway, yes, the waits can be quite long, but it is a pizza...cant be made as fast as burgers or premade like garlic chicken lol. So just chill out and wait for the food, its worth it and it really isnt that long of a wait.
(5)Michael Y.
Everytime i come home to visit, i have to stop by big kahuna pizza. the fake mainland hawaiian ham and pineapple pizzas just dont work for me. Make sure you leave room for garlic cheese balls cuz its the shizznits! Their pastrami sandwich is no doubt.....BIG! What is even better is when i came here once, i realized a high school friend works there! Great food, great service, great people!
(5)Tamara H.
Adorable, loved it!!! The crust is so buttery and delicious!! My husband loves (and raves to anyone who will listen) about the Strawberry shakes. Made with real strawberries and ice cream, not a mix, apparently he has become and expert. LOL! Anyway cute atmosphere and nice clean place, good slightly expensive pizza and good garlic cheese balls!
(5)Jou L.
After hearing about the cheese balls, I was excited to try it. It was a disappointment. They were soggy and the cheese tasted like the kind you squirt from a can. In addition, the wait was extremely long (30 minutes) for a personal sized pizza. The pizza was pretty good though.
(2)Brooke M.
Can it be true? They're not closed forever? I can really get garlic cheese balls again?! YES!
(5)Regan E.
The garlic cheese balls alone make me want to go back....and I live in Texas.
(4)Brandon B.
awesome place by the airport. was not expecting the pizza to be that good. but it was, and the service was good to. we were their a little before they closed up so it wasn't busy at all.
(4)Jesse W.
9/23/07: En route to HNL airport, my wife and I decided to stop at strip mall around the corner from the airport rental car return. It was a sunday afternoon, around 5pm and most of the seating was taken. They have numerous pizzas, available in two sizes (7" personal or 15" (I think)). When we arrived it turns out that they had 'run out' of the smaller pizza crust (I guess it is made elsewhere, we have to order the larger size in lieu of getting two personal pizzas. The lady was nice to charge us for two personal pizzas (its cheaper than one 15" pizza) and allowed us to split the toppings as needed. We were lucky to grab a table, most of the other patrons appeared to have some affiliation with the military. Pizza took forever to cook (again, pre-made crust, why did it take so long?), anyways we were first told that it would take 15 minutes, realistically, it probably took 25 minutes. The longer wait added to our stress of cutting it too close to make our flight. The table we grabbed wasn't cleaned by the wait staff, we piled someone else's leftovers up onto the side. Finally when it arrived, it was like others indicated, a very heavy, doughy crust - alittle too much for us since we are trying to cut our carb intake. Anyways, I basically ate the toppings off and threw away the crust. Alot of the other patrons ordered the sandwiches, almost a stuffed type sandwich. Each could easily feed two people, lots of bread and filling, will have to try on my next visit. A specialty item on the menu are garlic balls, saw others eating it, it looked really dough-y.
(2)Frederick W.
As always, if you don't like it, Aloha... Da Sumo is right up there with the best pizza I've ever had, it is the polar opposite of Boston's (which I also like) and the personal will do just fine for one person. I really miss the old location which could have fit perfectly into the scenery of "Fifty First Dates"
(5)Bob F.
First got a sandwich from here on a visit in 1998 and when I moved here in 2002, it was the first place I tried to find again. Sandwiches are big (two meals worth) and good, but I almost always get the pizza. I'm not into a lot of ingredients - a cheese pizza personal size is fine with me. Nice thick crust so I'm always full and the cheese is great. I also love the garlic cheeseballs. While they are best eaten hot, I've often taken them home and reheated in the microwave and still liked them. One reviewer mentioned the take-out register not being open. I've been there hundreds of times and don't ever recall seeing it closed. There may not be anyone actually standing at it if no one is in that line so I wonder if when the person went in, they just thought it was closed because no one was in that line? Drinks are one size and refills are free! Everyone has their own taste in Pizza, of course, but you really need to try this place on a visit. When I had family come in, we went many places to eat - only two did they want to go out of their way to eat at more than once and they went to Da Big Kahuna's at least three times.
(5)anna s.
I love this place for many reasons. The staff is always so friendly and accommodating, they even go so far as to play practical jokes on their customers. The food is all great. I personally love the sandwiches but my friends all swear by the pizza. The dough for the pizza crust and for the sandwich bread is made fresh daily and delicious even before they load it up with toppings. Of course the garlic cheese balls are everyone's favorites. They are just simply cheese, butter, garlic, and fresh bread. Now I've noticed in other reviews that some people find them "greasy". I've asked and there is no oil involved in the making of this heavenly appetizer....it's just delicious butter! If you are still not sure, I'm telling you to hurry up and go get some Big Kahuna's today!
(5)Ruth D.
love looooove their chocolate shake!!! when I was preggers with my daughter I would drive all the way from town just for their damn choco shake! oh yeah and their pizza is pretty good too. My husband likes their garlic cheese balls... it tastes ono when you get um fresh.. but wen it ste cold it taste nasty. (in other words eat it there. don't take em out). I personally like their veggie pizza.. the veggies are nice and crunchy!
(4)Darci N.
After writing my previous reviews, the owner herself messaged me to apologize for the service delay and ensured my future satisfaction. For an owner to take the time to write to a disappointed customer and to even read my concern deserves a 5-star! They appreciate their customers business and I will continue to dine their regardless if the owner wrote or not but just because the food is that good and Big Kahuna's are working on the peak times coordination. A++++ Big Kahuna!
(5)Kara H.
Pepperoni pizza was delicious and prices were very reasonable
(5)Au N.
Garlic cheese balls!! Can't wait to go back and get my hands on more of these. The sandwiches are chock full of meat and the pizza is delicious. Next time I visit, I'm bringing an order or 2 of the garlic cheese balls back on the plane with me.
(5)Oly C.
Excellent Pizza. Few inside and outside seating. Eating inside can get very hot because of ovens and small dining space. You have to get DA SUMO Pizza, it's DA BOMB! Lunch time is hectic and pizza can take up to half n hour to cook but service is quick and friendly for the most part.
(4)Lai T.
Today was my first experience at Big Kahuna's Pizza. My bf and I shared the regular sized Pipeline Sumo Sandwich. Note, we didn't try the cheese balls which everyone raves about, so this may not be an accurate assessment of the overall food. Based on what I ate, I thought the food lacked a little kick. The sandwich seemed to include everything but the kitchen sink (pepperoni, ham, Italian sausage, bacon, Portuguese sausage, Kalua pork, onion, mushrooms, chopped tomatoes, and olives). The cashier was friendly. The food took a while to come out. The shop seemed to have a steady stream of customers. When I bit into the sandwich, I was surprised at how soft the bread was (in a good way). I wished the marinara (?) sauce was saltier or spicier though. I would try eating here again. The desserts sounded yummy. Next time, I've got my eyes set on the cheese balls.
(3)Stephanie F.
New to Hawaii and formerly a resident on New York, I have to say, this pizza gives me tastes that satisfy me like the pizza back home. It's a different style of pizza but delicious nonetheless. The staff is so friendly also!!
(4)Dawn T.
Came here to have dinner with my family. We ordered 2 12" pizzas one was the pepperoni the other was half BBQ chicken half spinach tomato & garlic. I think we literally waited for half an hour till our pizza came out. But whatever I figured the pizza better be awesome to wait this long. I liked the spinach tomato garlic, only because I was not a fan of the pepperoni (and I LOVE pepperoni pizza) it just didn't taste right. I think Costco's pepperoni pizza tasted better. I mean for the price I paid I was expecting a really good pizza. The ingredients just didn't taste fresh. My husband ate the BBQ chicken and even he wasn't that impressed. Overall I was not pleased I don't think I will be coming back especially to pay for over priced pizza.
(2)Jong Soo L.
More pricey compared to your big name pizza spots. Unique combinations. Tastes pretty good. The cheese balls are great, but best eaten right away when its hot. You should call and order before you come.
(3)M. M.
I wish I could write a rave review about our pizzas we ordered but they were a big disappointment. They were doughy and we ended up throwing it all away.
(1)Teagan B.
SUCH. GOOD. FOOD.!! Service was great and the people who work there are so friendly. What a great experience during my time in Hawaii. Their food was phenomenal!! I enjoyed the veggie pizza and a kona shake, along with the melted garlic cheese bread rolls of course! Highly recommend eating here.
(5)Cris V.
I love this place. When I make a big order-usually: 5 pepperoni, 4 sumo, and 1 pepperoni/pineapple pipeline sandwiches plus 4 cheese balls-the staff are always courteous. This normally feeds 20 very hungry mechanics. My favorite is pepperoni/pineapple pipeline-the red sauce is sweeter than normal pizza sauce, so the salty pepperoni marries it well. Their bread is a cross between pizza crust and breadsticks. It's amazing. I've tried the sumo pizza and pipeline sandwich and they are a tad overwhelming for me. The rest of the mechanics can't get enough of it. And of course the cheese balls are super famous... because it's pure bliss. If you love garlic bread or sweet rolls, these are better.
(4)Lily B.
We had a CRAZY busy week at work... people were called in early, people stayed late, and it was a madhouse!!! So to thank the staff, my head nurse, another co-worker, and myself decided to chip in and treat the staff to lunch... from Big Kahuna's! We placed a phone order which was ready in about 30 minutes. Ordering was easy and the guy on the phone was nice. The pies are pretty expensive. They have 2 sizes: a 7 inch personal pan and a 12 inch medium pan. We ordered all 12 inch pizzas. They're all deep dish. The good thing is that they had a special offer (1/2 off a second 12 inch medium pizza with an equal or lesser value) Cheese pizza/$13.35. Cheese is cheese! yelp.com/user_local_phot… Pepperoni pizza/$16.30 and we added mushrooms. The sauce is pretty sweet. I liked it! This was my choice... I'm pretty boring... lol. yelp.com/user_local_phot… Spinach, garlic, and tomato/$21.95 yelp.com/user_local_phot… Vegetarian/$21.95 yelp.com/user_local_phot… Sumo Special/$21.95 yelp.com/user_local_phot… Kanaka/$21.65 yelp.com/user_local_phot… California Club/$21.95 yelp.com/user_local_phot… Garlic cheese balls/$6.25 for an order of 12. These were okay. Everyone at work hyped these up... but maybe because they weren't fresh (since we had someone pick it up and drive back to work it just didn't taste that great?) yelp.com/user_local_phot… All in all... the pizzas were pretty good. I tried the california club which was... different, but in a good way. Everyone loved the pizzas. For me, I think if the pizzas and garlic cheese balls were fresh (maybe if I dined in) it would have tasted better. The pizza crust was soft which is understandable because we had someone pick up the pizzas and they had to drive back to the hospital. I would definitely give them another try... and dine in.
(3)Darcy H.
This place has really good pizza. You have to pay with cash so prepare for that or go to the ATM a few doors down. Also the restroom is outside. The employees are nice but the service is a little slow.
(3)Your M.
Average pizza. Bread like crust with a very thin layer of cheese. The pepperoni was sliced papers thin and the pizza took thirty minutes. Wouldn't go back
(3)Noe G.
Great Pizza, and cheese balls were good. Service was friendly and outstanding. If you're in the area, try it out.
(5)Emilio N.
Big Kahunas has excellent food and great service. Paid for my meal after it was previously given to another customer. Highly recommend.
(5)Joe E.
Saw Big Kahuna's listed in a "Best of" list somewhere...so we had to try it out. Although for whatever reason, I didn't order the specific pizza that was called out on the list (BBQ Chicken), instead I opted for the Kanaka (Kalua Pork, BBQ Sauce and green onions) and a six piece Garlic Cheese Balls. The balls came out first of course, and were fantastic, "gooey and delicious" just as advertised. The pizza was very good, sauce was a bit sweet, but it says it in the description so I can't complain (not that I was). The service was quick, and very friendly. As we were finishing up the owner popped over to the table to check up on us and see how we heard about them, etc. When she found out is was our first visit, she refunded the price of the Garlic Cheese Balls telling us that they are on the house for first time visitors, and also delivered some cookies. She sure knows how to make a first impression! It's kind of tucked away, so I hope they get the traffic they deserve. It's worth finding.
(4)Kay K.
Excellent food. Garlic balls were delicious. Turkey bacon club was awesome. Mini was plenty big enough. Will definitely come back again.
(5)Sarah W.
Great service and everyone there was so nice there spinage, tomato, and garlic white pizza is amazing knocked off a star because there pizza sauce on the pepperoni pizza was a tad bit sweet for me but other than that it was amazing food definitely will be going back
(4)Wayne L.
Had a long layover at the airport and was looking for something to do out of the airport without getting stuck in traffic. Moseyed over to the Big Kahuna's. Nice 1/2 mile walk on a pleasant day. Garlic balls were outstanding as many have written. Staff was very friendly and pleasant. Had the sumo pizza which is one of a few which feature hawaiian meats that really shine. Will be back next time I am in Honolulu.
(4)Bradley A.
This is a mixed review because of the quality of service. The food is great, awesome as a matter of fact. The complaint is that while some of the employees take their job seriously, others will leave you on hold while they continue their conversation with co-workers. She answered and said, "Thank you for calling Big Kahuna's, can you hold please?" I agreed. Then she forgot to mute the phone and I could hear her conversing with a co-worker, not about work either. I waited a few minutes and then I hung up. I guess we are taking our business elsewhere.
(3)Betsy V.
Great service amazing food. Freshly baked fresh ingredients...will come back again. We ordered the hoagy and pizza pan crust delicious not greasy at all.
(5)Jolene K.
I haven't been here in years, location is great, lots of parking. For was good too. The only bad part was it took really long to get our food and they only take cash. No debit or credit cards
(4)Peter A.
WHERE's da BEEF? California Club Sandwich has good flavor but barely any meat. LOTS of BREAD! It's too bad, they could have something good going if they weren't so "tight" with da beef. Never again!
(1)Leon H.
This place was better back in dat when it was a trailer but I still love it. Great place to go on weekends when its quieter.
(4)Nina N.
Holy snikes!!!!!!! The best thing in the whole entire world! I can't believe what I just put in my mouth. GARLIC CHEESE BALLS!!! ------ add their special hot sauce, and you'll be addicted for life!!!! kalua pork sandwich, get the small size because the big sized bread isn't as moist. again, add in their hot sauce! it's seriously the best thing ever!!! Crazy thing is, I don't like specialty pizza's but their kalua pork pizza was pretty darn tasty. Man I am craving for this gut bomb right now!!!!!!!!!
(5)John A.
Give the sumo a try.
(3)Joshua C.
This has been my favorite Hawaii pizza place for years...but as good as their pizza is...the garlic cheese balls and sandwiches are even better. One of my best friends carries food back from here all the way to Atlanta every time she visits. It's one of those little hideaways that those in the know just love. So a few notes: 1. Unless you're really trying to eat healthfully....try the garlic cheese balls (little fresh baked 4 or 5 cheese garlic and butter topped lumps of warm chewy goodness 2. Don't eat too many unless want to feel really gross...lol...um, i might be speaking from experience 3. The Sandwiches rock. Fresh baked bread, fresh ingredients, and they're huge 4. My favorite sandwich is the Pipeline, they allow you to take any Pizza and turn it into a perfectly baked Pizza Sub (toasty on the outside and soft and gooey within) 5. Try a Pipeline made with the California Club ingredients.....it's so good. 6. Order ahead if you don't want to wait. You can call in your order and still dine in. (808) 833-5588 7. If you love toppings try a Sumo pizza, its got everything and the kitchen sink (including kalua pig!!) This place recently moved to the Airport Trade Center (opposite end from the Airport Starbucks)...so don't cry if you can't find the shack. True from the outside it's now totally devoid of personality, but enjoy the extra parking and a familiar surprise when you walk inside. While the location may have changed, the food's as good as ever. For more reviews that (at least in regards to the food) apply to this location as well check out....http://www.yelp.com/biz/big-kahuna-pizza-Âhonolulu#hrid:9hfzS8LXgc_Mr0vCjoIVvw
(5)Jennifer L.
We ordered three different pizzas: BBQ chicken, Sumo and Banzai. I liked the BBQ Chicken best!! The sauce was sweet and it tasted very fresh. I thought the Sumo was good but there were soooo many ingredients that I got full really quickly. My sister thought the Banzai tasted like Chinese style chicken mushroom. We also ordered the Garlic Cheese Balls. YUMMY!! They were very tasty!! The one thing I absolutely loved most about their pizzas is that it was not oily!! I didn't feel like I had clogged my arteries after consuming an entire pizza by myself!! There were so many different pizzas! I would definitely go back to try the other ones!!
(4)Christine F.
Loved the service and friendly atmosphere. They had run out of bread so we opted for pizza instead of the sandwich we were going to order. We were offered free garlic balls for the inconvenience and we were also offered samples if their caramel shake that was so delicious. Awesome service that combined with the great food will make this a regular stop!
(5)Miss Rza M.
We enjoyed it. Sure enough, they do give you an order of garlic cheese balls if it's your first time! They were pretty yummy too. We ordered 10" pizzas. I got the white pizza which was okay. Lacking in herb quantity to truly make it amazing. The hubby got a meat lovers version which tasted good but was very greasy. The crusts were okay too. I'd stop by again if I was close to the airport but I don't think I'd go too far out of my way.
(3)Gene R.
Good food, not sure if you would call it deep dish pizza or not, but the bar-b-que chicken pizza is worth stopping by for.
(3)R. Shane G.
I don't want to come across as some kind of pizza snob, but Big Kahuna's pizza doesn't really do much for me. Don't get me wrong, their pizza is pretty good and all, but I believe that their true specialty is the "pipeline" sandwich. I'm a big fan of the White Pizza Pipeline because it eliminates what I don't particularly like about their pizza and puts the good parts into a delicious (and substantial) sandwich. I've tried most of their sandwiches, but I always come back for the White Pizza Pipeline. It's just that tasty. Another not to be missed item on their menu is their divine Ghirardelli chocolate milkshake. It may have a couple more calories than a normal chocolate milkshake, but it has three times the flavor, too. I'm not sure what they put in these things, but they are absolutely delicious! And last but not least, no visit to Big Kahuna's is complete without an order (or two) of their yummy garlic cheese balls. These things are so good and cheesy, you can practically make a meal out of them alone! Two things you should know about Big Kahuna's: First, they only take cash, no credit/debit cards. Second, there's nearly always a line of some size at the ordering counter. I find that it's far better to call/fax in my order and simply stop in to pick it up.
(4)J K.
I love this place. Love the sumo pizza and the garlic cheese balls are great. The sandwiches are a belly buster. I think I'm going to make a visit next week.
(4)D.J. Y.
Yup, they moved..... Glad to find out the food still da same, reel ono!!! Sandwiches are da bomb!! Pizza is on a very thick and bread like crust, those from NYC and Chicago, be warned! One thing to remember: GARLIC CHEESE BALLS!!! OMG!!! Plenty of good Aloha served up here!!
(5)Gerald A.
I'm so happy they finally moved from Mapunapuna. My wife used to work in the area and would always bring some home but once she moved jobs, the flow stopped. I just recently found out they moved near the airport and couldn't be happier! I'll usually get an order of garlic cheeseballs and a large sumo pizza to go and bring it home for the family, whilst eating a kalua pig pizza for lunch ;) It is a bit pricey if you're comparing it to Papa John's or Pizza Hut, but the quality is well worth the price. My only complaint is that there isn't enough seating, but one of the workers mentioned they were planning to get some tables and chairs to put outside in the walkway.
(4)Nat L.
THE GARLIC CHEESE BALLS!!!! If you want melt in your mouth garlic cheese balls this is the place. This is more then just a "pizza" place, their sandwhiches are so filling and everything is well priced. Over all service is quick and two thumbs up. Yeahhhhh Balls!
(5)Jennifer T.
White pizza is awesome, as well as the bread balls. I miss their old location, but it is still great.
(4)Ron R.
Big kahunas has great food!
(5)Kara K.
I was pleasantly surprised that a pizza pace that close to an airport would taste so good. When I saw the seemingly touristy name (and the prices), I thought it was just charging poor travelers ridiculous amounts of money just so they could say they ate at a tiki-looking pizza place... ...but then I saw the locals sitting there and talking. I was confused. What were so many locals doing here at this tourist trap restaurant? At that point, I figured I'd give their pizza and their advertised garlic balls a try. Oh yes, and being a dessert diva, I also ordered their caramel milkshake (the larger size aka regular size there). End result: The pizza was pretty good ( I ordered the shrimp pizza, the bf got the kalua pig), I would order the shrimp one again. The pizza is fairly filling yet is hard to describe. If I had to describe it, I would say that it is a deep dish pizza with semi-generous toppings. The garlic balls were too oily. I know that other yelpers really like it, maybe I just had a bad batch. I haven't ordered it again. However, if I ever have an urge for oily pieces of dough topped with garlic, which I may have real soon...I know where to go. For those of you are still reading my review, I am flattered and amazed. I saved the best part for last for those of you who have been patient and seemingly care about what I think. Now, to get to the best part about Kahuna's Pizza....GET THEIR CARAMEL MILKSHAKE, REALLY! The small cup looks really small, but in actuality, it is a lot of caramelly goodness! The last time I called to check if I could order the caramel milkshake, they didn't have the caramel flavoring, but they did have the coffee flavor. I tried it, I wasn't impressed. The bf, James F. (add him as a yelp friend since he's a lonely Yelper), liked the coffee milkshake, though. Maybe it's worth a shot but it's a far second place in comparison to the caramel milkshake.
(4)Carl G.
Despite the previous reviews I don't think this place deserves such high praise. It's good, but not great. Really, it's just a better than average pizza joint. It's very, very small. Maybe 8 or 9 tables at the most. The largest table will only seat 2 adults and a child comfortably. The service is slow, and you'll pay 40 bucks for 2 large pizzas and soda..... Yes soda, as they don't sell beer. Service was friendly and the place was clean. Don't bother dressing up any fancier than a t-shirt. Again, the kitchen is bigger than the dining room. The experience was neither fun or 'comfortable'. Garlic cheese balls were good .... Pizza was better than dominoes or pizza hut. Soda fountain ( taking up valuable space in the dining room) was watered down.
(3)Paige K.
I really love this pizza joint. I remember when it was a hole in the wall, cramped up shack-looking restaurant. They expanded into that shopping complex (right across from Byron's by the airport)... bigger and better and still yummy. I have never tried a sandwich because I have been so satisfied with the pizza. I have tried the vegetarian pizza, kanaka pizza (kalua pig w/ bbq sauce) and the meat lovers pizza (sausage, kalua pig, brisket, ham). All of these were delicious. And then of course there are the signature garlic cheese balls. You know it's not good for you but you keep eating it. Definitely a place you should try. We don't have many pizza places in Hawaii so I'm glad that we at least have Big Kahuna! FYI- this is cash and local check only.
(4)Jerome B.
I can imagine the feel of the grease of the garlic cheese balls oozing in my stomach. Not necessarily the best thing to hear, but those unhealthy little buggers are delicious. You have to eat the cheese balls pretty fast if you want the cheese to be partially melted when you eat them. It's probably a good idea to use a napkin to sop up some of the oil. It's helps a little. But if you're eating here you are resigning yourself to the unhealthy goodness of the cheeseballs, pizza or the Killah Kalua Pig Sandwich (drool). My friend first took me here a couple of years ago to try the Kalua Pig Sandwich. It's a massive sandwich! It has the diameter of your hat. The buns are an inch thick on the bottom and an inch and a half up top. It is filled with delicousness...I mean kalua pork with a BBQ sauce (sounds strange, but trust me it's ono). They cut it in half, probably because they anticipate only those with an endless gullet can finish it. This sandwich will vanquish your appetite, leaving you wondering if you were even hungry after 5 bites. The pizzas are very good as well. They taste better than your Papa Johns, etc. They have an eggplant parmesan pizza, kalua pork pizza, and others too varied to remember. The pizzas, as the rest of the food there, are very oily and make my stomach feel uneasy as I write this. But definitely they are good and worth trying! They are much more interesting choice than your costco or Pizza Hut pizza night! It wouldn't surprise me if the soda fountain spouted out grease. Each time after eating there I feel like I gain 5 pounds. But it's a guilty pleasure that I think a lot of people would like if they don't mind food this way. It's unapologetically unhealthy. Many foods are like this, at least this stuff tastes great! I know you want some now.
(4)Bun M.
Haven't been here in a while and was craving pizza. They have the BEST deep dish style pizza on the island! What really makes it amazing is the quality of toppings and a crust thats moist and full of flavor by itself, and almost no crust! The sumo special is the way to go, it has EVERYTHING, kalua pork, suasage, ham, pepperoni, green onion, and the fresh tomatoes really add a splash when you take a bite. THe white pizza is aso great for cleaning your pallet. The cheese balls are ok, kinda bland, i don't know what the hype is all about with those, maybe if they came free.
(5)Marisa O.
Three words. Garlic. Cheese. Balls. The pizza is good, and the sandwiches are delicious, but it's the garlic cheese balls that bring the crowds back wanting more. The pipeline (pizza or sandwich) or the pulled pork sandwich are highly recommended. But be forewarned. It is Local-style pizza. This does NOT mean "Hawaiian" canadian bacon and pineapple. It means not Italian. It means ingredients like pepperoni and olives, yes, but also green onions, chorizo, and things of that nature. Don't order any kind of standby White pizza or pepperoni. Go for it and do the pipeline or Sumo.
(4)Michelle M.
Wish they took credit cards, but this place is the best!
(5)Randy S.
As far as pizza places go this one is ok. I've had a lot of pizza thought out my life, and while I usually not a fan of deep dish pizza these guys were ok. I'll go back and check them out from time to time when I'm craving deep dish but I'm not going to make a day of it.
(3)Lydia R.
I went here for the first time today. Just the fact that they have vegan options is definitely a plus in my book. I've been craving the type of pizza I used to eat before I stopped eating animal products for a few weeks now. This place delivers just that. The crust is thick which is just the way I like it. I find that a lot of the "healthy" pizza places tend to have thinner crust and I've never been a fan of that. I had the vegetarian which was made vegan by substituting vegan cheese. I also had a vegan milkshake. It tasted just like a normal milkshake which I also hadn't had in a long time. The service was fine. I was a little surprised at the styrofoam plates since I was eating in. The overly local decor amused me.
(4)MR m.
When we got inside we were not greeted, by the rude cashier. The Cashier was a girl, she was very abrasive and rude. Waited 20mins for my 7in pizza or should I say for my burnt cardboard with cheese. The also treated it like it was cardboard when I finally got called for my order with complimentary attitude. The cashier just threw the pizza at me, then rushed back to the conversation she was having with the rest of the workers. Even though I had ordered earlier than most people I noticed that i was served last. This was my first time eating here. If you like eating cardboard with cheese served with a side of attitude then eat here.
(1)Jen H.
I really love this place. May possibly be the best pizza I have ever had. For sure the best pizza on the island. Gets crowded so you might have to wait for a table. If your in a rush call your order in early.
(5)Sid S.
Hot, fresh pizza with all kinds of toppings is a sure winner The biggest downsides of this place are the location is a bit out of the way, and there's always a line. If you call ahead though and are just swinging by to pick up, it's no problem - plenty of stalls and quick service. They have all kinds of awesome specialty pizzas that are well made, and my friend jokes that he often sees a lot of larger people in line. I haven't made any comparisons to be sure, but I wouldn't be surprised - if you like hot, good tasting pizza, and want to try something different, with some unique toppings, you'll really love Big Kahunas. Just be prepared for a bit of a drive out. There are also some outdoor seats and umbrellas to the left of the building if you feel like eating outside.
(5)Andrew F.
Have to try the world famous garlic cheese balls a little busy and small but worth the food. I wished I would have found this place sooner some of the best pizza I have had in awhile. I highly recommend this place to people that love food. Seating is limited though but worth fighting for a seat or order take out.
(4)Christian G.
Absolute favorite pizza place on the island; why is that? Their pizzas are not thin crust and pack tons of flavor. The cheese balls are just as delicious. Always order ahead of time to either dine in or take out. Pizzas have always been hot and made as requested. No yet disappointed; in my experience people tend to compare them to J.J. Dolans but in my opinion its not even a close comparison.
(4)Jillian P.
ATMOSPHERE: It's a tiny kind of tight little restaurant that has a very mom and pop feel. The counter that you order from is one that looks like a tiki bar. LOL. So it matches with their name, I suppose. :) SERVICE: I've only actually been in the restaurant once, and it's not like they really "service" you. But when I did go in that one time, the service was okay. Nothing grand. The boy who took my order was nice, but not overly nice. I think he was kind of stressed out. So, I'll leave you to your own conclusions. :) FOOD: Thus far, I've got nothing bad to say! The first time I ate there, I got their Killer Kalua Pork Sammie and OMG! That things is a dozerrrrr. It's so huge! It's like a sub sandwich, and half of the sub sandwich is so big, it's like the size of a normal sandwich. NO LIE. Taste wise, the sandwich was very ono. I mean, after all, you can't go wrong with kalua pork! That stuff is already tasty enough on its own. :) We just ordered from there this past week (take out), and I got their BBQ chicken, personal sized pizza. VERY good. I think that if it wasn't like a deep dish pizza, then I might've liked it a little more. BUT, don't get me wrong. It was still very tasty and filling. :) OVERALL: I would most definitely recommend this place, but am giving you a warning that you shouldn't stop in here if you're on a time limit. Both times that I've eaten here, the order took a long time to come out. The second time my coworkers and I ordered a total of three pizzas and three sandwiches, as well as two orders of their cheese balls (which my coworkers say is SUPER TASTY). We sent/faxed in our order right before 10:00. And when I called at 10:15 to confirm our order, the guy asked me if we could have our pick up time be at 11:45 instead of the requested 11:30... Other than the wait, food is WORTH IT.
(4)Phil C.
"Haters gonna hate" Not everyone will share the same sentiments or comments that I do, but when I look at Yelp reviews, I feel the food should speak for itself. Here, Big Kahuna says, "Here's a shout out to all the haters." I've been to most pizzerias on the island, and I still can't name more than 5 pizza places that are better than Kahunas. Here's the goods: - Order the Meat Lover's pizza: Deep-dish covered in kalua pork (unusual, but flavorful), Italian sausage, pepperoni (both standard fare), and bacon (awesome). The sauce has a nice tangy sweet flavor (with a peppery kick) and complements the assortment of meats very well. I recommend getting a personal pizza rather than the medium; it's less greasy and just as filling for a fraction of the price. Of note, the pizzas are fairly pricey. I've tried every one of there pizzas, but the meat lovers is the most memorable. - Garlic cheese balls: I've nicknamed these guys "pillows of death" for the following reason. They're bathed in butter, garlic, and cheese. Get a really fresh order...they're so soft. ***Don't burn your mouth on any hot balls*** You have been warned. - Pulled pork sandwich: An enormous sandwich, worthy of a mini "Man vs. Food" challenge. Slabs of Kalua pork slathered in BBQ sauce between 2 over-sized slices of fresh baked bread. Feeds a small family of four. If you didn't already know, I'm a sucker for soft, fresh baked bread. Potential qualms: - Small dining area: What can I say? Space in Hawaii is expensive! - Long wait times for food: Got a while? Grab a Snickers. It takes a while to get your food, but I don't mind as much as others. It's not atrocious as other restaurants, and besides...you can't rush good food. - Pricey pies: Did I mention the pies can be fairly expensive? Just get a bunch of personal pizzas and sample the menu. I don't think you'll go wrong here. Also, if the pies are too expensive for your taste, don't eat out. Bottom line: Order the meat lover's, go small with personals, pillows of death, don't burn your mouth, pulled pork sandwiches feed the hungry, Hawaii is expensive, grab a Snickers, and pricey pies (but worth it).
(4)Ralph R.
I love the garlic cheese balls, but I really come here for the pizza. It's spitting distance from the airport, and since we go there often to fly out or drop someone off or pick someone up, it gives us a good excuse to go there. The food is great, the counter staff friendly and courteous. My only dislikes are that seating is very limited, and it's cash only. There is an ATM close by, however.
(4)Bryce A.
I visited on a Friday, right in the middle of lunchtime at 12:15. After seeing it suggested in a few reviews I called an order in ahead of time to skip having to wait half an hour. Parking was easy to find and there wasn't a huge line to order (and they have a separate line for phone orders), but seating inside was limited and completely full. I split a personal pan spinach, garlic, and tomato pizza and a small order of garlic cheese balls. The cheese balls were soft with great flavor, and were delicious. The pizza was decent - pretty good crust and cheese, maybe not the best I've ever had, but definitely a step up from fast food pizza.
(4)Jamie O.
Bring your cash with you. No credit cards excepted but it's worth it. We started with the garlic cheesy rolls which were amazing. My son had the BBQ brisket sandwich which was really good. The bread was awesome. My husband and I shared a 12' 1/2 cheese/ Kailua pork gets two thumbs up!!! Husband says we are doing dinner here before our fight back home.
(4)Carlos G.
Close to the airport so easy to eat at upon arrival or departure. We found this place on Yelp after we dropped off our rental car in the area. I was in the mood for having some pizza before catching a late night flight out of Honolulu Airport. The place is small and cozy. The workers were super friendly and gave us a sampler plate of their garlic cheese balls, they were awesome tasting balls of doughy, cheesy, garlicky carb goodness. It wasn't too busy when we got there so our pizza took about 15/20 minutes to arrive at our table. The pizza was excellent and satisfied our cravings. They also make milk shakes that looked really good. the only downside that I saw here was that they don't take credit or debit cards.
(4)Katy G.
Best pizza around! Casual, large parking lot & reasonably priced! Seating is very limited!
(5)Jen F.
I am very grateful to the guys working here. They are stand-up guys. Boyfriend and I ate lunch here today, and one of them actually chased after us to return a $20 bill that had fallen out of my purse. We were already halfway through the parking lot, so it was very (pleasantly) surprising. Awesome food, honest employees, great experience!
(5)Roxanne B.
Fresh homemade pizzas to order. I love the flavors and varieties they offer. Plus the shakes are frickin amazing... But nothing can compare to the garlic cheese balls!!! Freaking kanack attack if you ask me!
(5)Tara M.
Deep dish, with fresh and big ingredients. It does take some time to bake the pizza, but you can see them making the dough in the back. Been there a few times and some of the times, the staff comes out with free samples of drinks or food. Only one size of drink, though: super large with free refills. Their shakes are delicious. The pizza is a bit pricey compared to Pizza Hut, but the pizza is larger and does taste better. Additional pizza are discounted if buying two or more pizzas. Very near the airport and airport hotels off of Nimitz Hwy (under H1 overpass). They give military discounts! Thank you.
(5)Peter C.
Holy crap! I've been waiting here forever on an order I called in! It's Sunday 10/23/11 at 145pm. Service here blows! Customers who called in phone orders are lined up behind me. Nobody is happy... Either the lady that took my order messed up or the cook forgot to cook it!
(2)Michiko H.
This place has awesome pizza and milkshakes! Had the DA Sumo and it was onolicious! but what really had me was there piña colada milkshake, orgasm in your mouth kinda good! Will definitely be coming back to try there famous cheese balls! Also the service was good, the only catch is that you have to pay in cash.
(4)Marshal D.
Don't trust what they claim are the store hours. This place just closes whenever they feel like it. I showed up at 8:30pm when they are supposedly open until 9pm and they turned me away. They were not even slow, there was at least one large group there. Pathetic customer service. Don't go here!
(1)Michael C.
I felt compelled to give this business more than just 3 stars, but I think my recent experience here was a 3-star experience overall. My most recent visit was my first to their new location located in the Airport Trade Center next to the newly renovated L&L Hawaiian BBQ. And truth be told this was my first visit to Big Kahuna's in many, many years. I fondly remember the occasional visit to their former location on Puuloa Road during that wonderful decade called the 90's. But let's move on..... At the last minute I decided I wanted to bring an order (1 dozen) of their garlic cheese balls to a potluck I was attending. Thankfully they have their menu posted in the window so I could easily find out about their menu items and prices. **NOTE**: Unfortunately, it's CASH ONLY so please keep that in mind should you choose to eat here. While I was waiting for my order (which seemed like an eternity), I had the opportunity to take notice of their new location: There is a "bar area" where you can sit up 3-4 people by the cash register, and there is also another area for counter seating by the door which sits up to 3 people. There are also at least 5-6 tables available which could sit up to 4 people each. Overall they occupy a very small space compared to L&L next door, which has probably double or possibly triple the seating capacity. FOOD: The garlic cheese balls are just as I remember them....gooey, cheesy, and deliciously good. It's nice to see some things never change. FYI it's $5.95 for 1 dozen, or $3.45 for 6. SERVICE: Not bad. Average at best. Bottom Line: I took a take-out menu and after looking it over I will be back some time in the near future to try their traditional or specialty pizzas. But rest assured I'll be calling in my order next visit.
(3)Lita P.
Definitely a must visit if you are ever in Honolulu because you won't find them anywhere else. I always get the Garlic cheese balls and the kahlua pork sandwich... huge portions, I never finish them. My friends like their pizza and it's pretty good too. They get really busy during peak lunch time so allow for extra time for sure.
(5)Val D.
Some of my friends suggested Big Kahuna for a different type of pizza, they sell 12" pizzas for about $21, but it's a good deal if you get their second for half off days. Big Kahuna Pizza - 4 stars - lots your usual meats, plus, kalua pig, portuguese sausage, etc. Was pretty tasty on fluffy dough that even if there's a really thin crust, the dough on the bottom was pretty thick already that you didn't need any crust. Pepperoni pizza - 3 stars - your usual pepperoni with cheese, but the dough is what makes the pizza - which is very soft and flavorful. Garlic Cheese Balls - 5 stars - .my friends told me they specialize in their cheese balls, which the boys were always laughing when I mentioned it, but If you like thick pizza crust or sticks, it's something similar, but unique because I haven't seen it at other pizza places Not too oily, with garlic and melted cheese. Much and softer and tastier than your regular pizza sticks. Since it was our first time ordering, and we ordered a lot of pizza, they gave it to us to try for free. Service - 5 stars - The girl at the counter was very friendly and courteous and our pizza arrived at a decent time. It's a really small place, that since we had a semi large group of 10+ boys and adults, so we sat outside on the tables on the side of the complex so kids could play around and be free rather than cooped up in the tiny restaurant. Bathrooms are in the middle of the complex, but you need to get the combination to go into the bathroom.
(4)Lauren S.
Today was the day...the day when I would finally break out of my food rut and bite into some amazing balls exploding with garlicy-cheesy goodness! The 20 minute wait passed quickly and we dove straight into the menehune sized garlic cheese balls as soon as we piled into the car. After the first bite, I knew I had built up this moment to an expectation that was unattainable. The dough was tough, with very little garlic flavor and the cheese did nothing to entice me for another bite (which is a statement you'll almost never hear escape my lips because I usually add cheese to everything)...There was just something missing...maybe freshly chopped parsley would have added some life to these dull and monotoned balls of dough. By the end, we concluded that we'd be better off making our own cheesy garlic bread at home. The pizza on the other hand, was one to remember! They offer two sizes: a 7 inch personal and a 12 inch medium pan. I was afraid that getting the kanaka pizza with BBQ sauce, cheese, kalua pork and green onions would be a let down because of the limited toppings...but I was dead wrong! The dough for the pizza was slightly sweet, thick fluffy pillows that delivered my smoky, tender and flavorful kalua pork! The BBQ sauce had the perfect balance of sweet and tangy notes, that thankfully never overpowered the other flavors. The crust was hidden under a layer of cheese and still managed to get that perfectly burnt and crunchy texture I love! They also serve an assortment of sandwiches, shakes and desserts, but I think for now, I'll stick with that kanaka pizza :) I just wish for the price, it was a little bigger.... Just remember: -CASH ONLY (there's an ATM further down by L&L) -They don't give you napkins unless you ask
(4)Jeff C.
The cheese balls are delicious but overall the pizza taste bland and too saucy. Customer service was average, if there was no other pizza place near by its a good stop by the airport. I just wasn't as impressed as the sign states "best pizza on the island".
(2)Heather S.
Cheeseballs are ahhhmazeballs! I chose the white pizza as a sub, but I wish that I had gone pizza. Place is very limited when it comes to tables so carryout is more ideal, but the food is the bomb.com
(4)Mike B.
I have been here twice the week...both times good experiences. The first time, I ordered the kahlua pork sub. The bread was delicious and the meat and toppings were good. Then I had some garlic cheese balls from my coworker...and now I may be addicted. Went back today to try the pizza. We had the sumo pizza minus a couple of veggies. The pizza was one of the best I have had. Service was even better. I didn't communicate my order very well and the cashier thought I had ordered two pizzas. When he saw my surprise upon delivering two pizzas, he promptly took the second one back and refunded the cost. I offered to pay and take it home. He refused, giving me money back AND a pizza in a box! The cashier's and waitresses' attitudes were positive, outgoing, and friendly. They handled thus situation extremely well. Way to go!
(5)R G.
The garlic cheese balls were magical! The boys loved the pizza, I thought it was pretty good. The staff was great :) We got there early on a Friday night and got our food quickly and a seat (there aren't many tables). By the time we left there was a line out the door! We will definitely return
(4)Quyen N.
Took my vegan-friendly friend over here during his long layover at the HNL airport yesterday evening. Great location as the restaurant is a short drive over from the airport. When I first moved to Honolulu, I stayed in a hotel near the airport and trekked on over here to grab a pie all for me. I always order the 12" vegetarian pizza made vegan - with vegan dough and vegan cheese (oh my goodness yes!). Toppings: tomatoes, onions, green bell pepper, mushrooms, olives. So looking forward to last night's leftovers for today's lunch! Spinach, garlic, and tomato option also pretty good - tried that once. Garlic cheese balls pretty yummy too - can also be made vegan with vegan dough and vegan cheese. One time Big Kahuna's even hooked me up with vegan parmesan cheese! Yum! Deep dish pizzas. Cash or local check or only - no credit/debit card. Plenty of parking. Can call or fax in advance to order for pick up. No delivery - dine in or carry out. Local business.
(5)Sarah K.
Third time's a charm with this place. 1st time, no cash (they are CASH ONLY) 2nd time, they had no cheese pizza because they "ran out" on a Saturday afternoon and no garlic cheese balls..... The second time almost ruined my perception of the place. What pizza place doesn't have cheese pizza at 6pm on a Saturday?! But, alas, I wanted to at least try it. So, i went back, armed with cash and an appetite in the afternoon. Ordered the balls, the white pizza, and the kalua pork sandwich. It came out super hot and very good. We enjoyed it but tried to eat quickly because there are 10 or less tables and no outside seating. I will probably go back. But, to be honest, I will not travel there and I will have to just happen to have cash....I don't want to be disappointed with the lack of goods on a Saturday night.
(3)Amy L.
I love the haole pizza (usually called Hawaiian). The crust here is delicious & the ham, pineapple, green peppers, & cheese are perfect. The only problem I have is not filling up on garlic cheese balls before I get my pizza. Yum!
(5)Caterina U.
Loved this place ! The pizza was really good. The garlic balls were awesome ! The cheese was melted on top and the bread was really soft . The staff was very pleasant
(5)Douglas O.
Ate here on the evening of 09/03/2013. I've worked in the restaurant industry for 8+ years so I'm prone to analyze the quality of customer service, environment, atmosphere, delivery speed, food quality, overall experience, etc. Positive: -I ordered the Vegetarian 7" Pizza. Thick, juicy, great flavor! Negative: -Poor customer service; wasn't greeted or acknowledged; nobody seemed like they wanted to even be there! -Cash Only! (Such an inconvenience in this day and age especially when the average transaction is $10+!) -No Fruit Punch -Only 1 cup size for drinks! (No small, medium, or large options) -Food took 20+ minutes! -Trash can opening wasn't immediately accessable; covered by paper plates so people won't throw away their baskets (How was I suppose to know that?!) -Very cramped; limited seating and space -Building Restroom was temporarily closed Overall Experience: Poor Would I recommend to a friend? No, at least not on my top 5 places to eat Do NOT eat here if you are on a time crunch
(2)Jessica F.
i've been coming here since they were still at their previous location on puuloa road. the food has stayed the same. still ono. once in a while i'll get a sandwich, but my usual order is a sumo pizza and garlic cheese balls. don't leave without them balls!
(5)Ashley A.
We tried Big Kahuna's after receiving a few recommendations and the good yelp reviews. We were sadly disappointed in this place. We ordered Da Sumo pizza and got a free order of the garlic cheese balls for being first time customers. I do not think the ingredients were of high quality. We couldn't stomach more then one slice. The garlic cheese balls weren't bad, but not as spectacular as reviews will have you believe. Still in search for a great pizza place. If you do decide to try this place the dining room is small and remember it is cash only.
(2)LonQuenthia C.
The food is to die for! The pizza are made fresh and cheese rolls are the best thing beside the beach! Family friendly and clean environment.
(5)JonandLeah B.
First time back since 2007.. Great pizza and the garlic balls were as good as I remember. My wife had the pipeline sub... Good but a lot of pork so be ready.
(4)Esteban W.
Gives new meaning to the term, "AMAZE-BALLS" The gooey-globes of garlic and cheese are, simply put: Amazeballs. Honestly though, that's the only thing I have ever eaten here. They take pizza dough, make balls out of it, cover it in garlic, cheese and more cheese, then bake it - you can't go wrong with these. AMAZE-BALLS.
(4)Robert C.
Call ahead ur pizza will be ready and waiting. Great service and delicious pies!
(4)Laura R.
Shakes are very overrated. Garlic balls pretty good. Pizza delicious. Atmosphere not for me. Next time I'll order to go
(3)Faith S.
the pizza here is AWESOME!!!! be prepared - they only take CASH!!! hubby & i always gets the Da Sumo Special!!! its loaded with toppings over toppings. the one pizza is $20 but hella worth is :} hubby can normally eat 4-5 slices of normal sized pizza but with this pizza .lol. hes full after 2 but cause its sooo good he pushes himself through the 3rd (cursing himself later) . the wait is abit long but not a big deal. 0oooo and in the late afternoon they normally run out of dough but you can get any pizza turned into a sandwich :}
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